A Five-Day Sail (Substitute DM Cayzle) Tuesday July 31st, 2007 11:53:02 PM
Winterglade tells the ship's captain where the Chosen want to go.
Brahmah greets the captain and the crew.
Flat-top offers help both physical and directional. He mentions his desire to stop at the island of the mad doctor.
Gecktar, Mosushi, Brahmah, and Zeoll think that a detour is not a good idea right now. Maybe later.
Winterglade, Mosushi, and Zeoll seem interested in a drink, but Kael cautions care with his potent brew.
Gecktar engages Kael in a more serious discussion of capabilities and skills.
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Captain Parsons likes Brahmah's name: "That's a proper moniker, my friend!" It seems like all the crewmen -- humans and half-elves, mostly -- have a name that starts with "B."
He checks his charts and declares that he can get the Chosen to the island called "Tears of the Land" in about five days, if the weather holds.
Any actions for the next five days? Any security precautions? Activities?
Winterglade Wednesday August 1st, 2007 5:17:10 AM
"Best brew in the Wold, eh? Now that's quite a claim. Let's find a place to try it out. Winterglade doesn't sit, though. He is a centaur and a Windwalker. We only lay down to give birth or die."
The centaur, having had very bad experiences in the past, casts Detect Poison on the drink before partaking. "Sorry. Just a standard practice these days..."
The five days drag on for him like ages. He tries to kill time with one of his weaving projects, completing five days worth of work [crafting Setanos's Vestment of Holy Incantations +1].
Flat-top Wednesday August 1st, 2007 7:04:00 AM
After tasting Kale Drew, he tell him "That's a mighty fine brew! I'd Follow you any way you wanted to go, For Another Sip!"
For the next five days Flat-top will do his blacksmith Job on anything metal, Thae mends the Sails and nets. For the next five days.
Flat-top flatters Kale "See what a center can do with only a sip of your wonderful Brew?? Loo were almost there! Go tell Captain Brahmah! He'll be pleased to know!"
Toros Wednesday August 1st, 2007 7:33:36 AM
Recalling the bad memories of the last voyage Toros keeps himself ready for any unexpected happening. He enjoys listening to the conversations of the brewers without drinking himself.
Kael Wednesday August 1st, 2007 1:04:23 PM
Kael shares a drink with his new companions, fortunately he had enough mugs to go around.
As they drink he explains his qualifications to Gecktar,"I stem from a long line of brewers whose knowledge and experience have been past down for generations, and facilitated the making of this fine Ale we are drinking. It is a delicate art form requiring years of training."
Kael takes another swig.
"Although as you are aware we live in a time where one must defend his right to partake in such leisurely activities from those who would choose to make war. So, I have trained in the soldierly arts as well as the arcane to defend those who desire such freedoms."
Kael finished his drink. "What about the rest of you?"
Kael is happy to stand watch if required, or lend a hand if necessary along the journey.
Brahmah Wednesday August 1st, 2007 1:49:23 PM
Brahmah will cast Snare (on a bundle of non-ship related rope) and Alarm on the box each night and even some random day shifts. He will extend the times using the lesser rod.
He will also help those with there tattoos. (If you are getting a tattoo, please let Brahmah know which kind.) The tattoo MUST be one Brahmah or the Chosen can cast!
"Kael, my father was a farmer or sorts and was killed. My mother still lives and was a barmaid when I saw her last. I have siblings, but they are spread over the Wold. Haven't seen them in years. They don't even know where I am. I have been a caravan guard, farmer, dock hand, pirate, merchant sailor... and now I am a Holy Warrior for Domi."
"I think I will write them a letter finally. The family that is." He sets a time aside one night to write a short letter.
Then, on the last night, Brahmah will sit down with the Chosen and give each one a gift. He will give Flat-top, Zeoll, Mosushi, Winterglade, Toros, Gecktar and even Kael, each a signet ring, with a symbol of Domi on them superimposed over the ancient Woldian symbol which means 'Chosen'. "We needed a true symbol for the group I think. Something to unify and identify the group." It is obvious Brahmah is already wearing his band and proud of the Chosen thus far. "The old symbol means Chosen. Its the High Woldian glyph which is rarely seen and few know. Well, maybe not so few now, with all the tattoos. The tattoos use High Woldian too."
-------- Heyoo stays away from the edge of the ship rails and in fact is below most of the five days.
Brahmah (additional) Wednesday August 1st, 2007 1:58:53 PM
"I protect freedom for the innocent. The guilty must be torn from the world, but when?... is a matter only for Gargul and Domi. However, I have been known to decide for them." He grins, then falters. "Unfortunately."
"I've killed too many I think." He says suddenly and regretfully.
Brahmah will not partake of Kael generosity this voyage. He need his wits, but he will promise to drink with him soon. "I still owe Flat-top a bottle!"
Gecktar Wednesday August 1st, 2007 4:38:51 PM
Gecktar needs only few hour or sleep to be fully rested. He will work as much as possible on his 'Setano's Vestment' and share some tasks of the crew if needed.
During the trip he asks Brahmah for a 'endure element' Tatoo.
Mosushi Wednesday August 1st, 2007 6:17:55 PM
Mosh will happily accept kael's offer of booze, and they can probably spend time talking shop.
He doesn't talk much about his past, but mentions his upbringing as a warrior and later training in the magic arts
He's visibly pleased with the ring Brahmah gives him. "I am honored, and shall strive to live up to what it represents."
Winterglade Thursday August 2nd, 2007 5:21:48 AM
"Winterglade hails from the Windwalker Tribe, from the Great Plain on the Centaur's Isle. His kin is unique in many ways, and not many of us wander outside of our ancestral homeland, but the Brawler saw it fit to remove him from the steppes and cast him into the Wold at large. He yearns to go back, but the way is barred for him until his quest is complete. For now fate has joined him with this band until the matter of the Dark Blade is settled."
The centaur accepts the signet ring with a bow. "Thank you. Winterglade will remember you and our journeys and misadventures together whenever he will look at it."
Flat-top Thursday August 2nd, 2007 7:41:56 AM
"Oh! What a beautiful Ring!" Said Flat-top, "Thamk-you! Captain! Now when I hit someone! Everybody will know Who hit him by the mark I left behind! He He! That's good."
Zeoll Thursday August 2nd, 2007 7:47:15 AM
The liontaur spends five days working on magic item creation.
He is amazed and grateful for Brahmah's gift. "This is a fine token of ourr fellowship. Thank you, my frriend."
He tells Kael over a tasty mug that he is a priest of nature and a bard. But all his life he has been seeking wisdom and knowledge, and it is his calling, he feels, to seek the deeper understanding of a seer. He thinks there is truth in dreams, and he hopes to follow that truth. [OOC: Zeoll will soon take his first level in a Woldian Seer prestige class.]
Arrival (DM Cayzle) Thursday August 2nd, 2007 7:53:18 AM
For five days the Chosen spend their time in magical pursuits, in the labors of the sea, and most of all, in welcoming the newest member and reflecting on the bonds that support and sustain them.
Maybe Domi smiles on this course, for the weather is fantastic and there are no dangers on the way.
The last day is slow sailing, as the captain is careful indeed to avoid running the ship aground on the reefs and sandbars of the Shoals.
At last the island you seek comes into sight. It rises steeply from the water, with no beach for a landing. It requires a climb check vs DC12 just to go on the island, and even then, the sharp reef will inflict d8-2 hp damage for the climb.
As you ponder the coastline, you see several geysers blast up right at the shore.
The ship cannot get too close. The longboat can accomodate two oarsman and a Taur.
How will you go ashore? In what order? With what precautions?
"Good luck, Buddies!" says the captain.
Brahmah Thursday August 2nd, 2007 11:53:00 AM
"Misadventures!" He laughs at Galdes phrasing. "Your truly a light during dark days Glade."
"Oh, the ring, its nothing, nothing..." He says with the 'thank yous' and the 'gratitudes'. "It is merely an appreciation for the work we've done so far and what will will likely do in the future." He looks at Kael. "You are the... foal among the herd... so to speak. New, green, thats all. But you deserve recognition too. Domi sent you to us." He knows Kael is quite close to his age, so, turning a bit pink, he stops himself before saying, "Land!"
Mosushi d20=20 d8=4 Thursday August 2nd, 2007 11:54:28 AM
Inexplicably- 18 on climbing, and 2 points of damage taken.
"it will be nice to stand on something that doesn't move for a change. It will be even better to be dry!"
Mosh is definitely taking his time, not trying to get away from the cannon fodd..er, um, steadfast warriors :) Is there anything to tie a rope to once he's near shore?
Brahmah (illegal 2nd) Thursday August 2nd, 2007 12:00:52 PM
"Oh yes, I have climbing gear enough for several of us. Rope. Kit. Pitons. Hammer."
"I can scale the walls freely, like a spider and set a piton and ropes for the rest. I can effect two folks at a time and for a mere half hour, but it should be enough to reach the top."
Kael d20=10 d8=7 Thursday August 2nd, 2007 1:02:47 PM
[When Kael's turn comes he make it over, and take 5pts]
Kael accepts the ring and is amused at Brahmah's comment about him being a foal as he strokes the emerging gray in his beard. Letting out a hearty laugh he gives the bull a slap on the back.
"I may be green to your lot, but I've had my share of 'misadventures'. I assure you I won't sully your gift by dying." Kael places the ring on his finger.
"So whose first ashore?"
Kael Thursday August 2nd, 2007 1:04:25 PM
[OOC: I don't know if you needed the tally on that skill check it was Climb Check = 14]
Gecktar Thursday August 2nd, 2007 4:32:14 PM "Thank you Brahmah, this is really a nice gift" he says to Brahmah when he offers the rings.
When they arrive at the Island, he says : "I can cross the the sea and freely climb the cliff with a spell I have memorized. I can take the lead and help those climbing with a rope"
Gecktar entones a prayer to Domi and begin to walk on air as is on firm ground. He begins to climb thes cliff as if walking on stairs
OOC : cast Air Walk
Zeoll Thursday August 2nd, 2007 5:07:07 PM
"I wonderr if we could enchant these rrings -- maybe with Message spells so that we could whisperr to each otherr when we arre in rrange. What do you all think of that?"
Flat-top Friday August 3rd, 2007 7:16:37 AM
"Captain Brahmah! I think I have the answerto our problem! I have bough a wand of flying, it was for myself But now I think it will be for all of us. I don't quite know how many charges there is in it?? but from the price I had to pay, There should be enough for all of us."
He Turn to Winterglade, asking "Want to Go First?? I'll be last so I get to use it on all of you<" Flat-top Smiles as he uses the wand on him first, "Fly Winterglade! Fly!"
Flat-top watches him going to the top of the cliff, "I hope you don't get air sick Too??"
Brahmah Friday August 3rd, 2007 11:53:58 AM
"I've heard about rare items of communication. Word has it that the Platinum Dragons are all telepathic or something. Rings would be nice though."
"Wand of Flying? Who can use it? I can't! I prefer the spider walking I have now. I think only an arcane caster can use those! Where did you get it Flat-top?"
Mosushi Friday August 3rd, 2007 12:26:32 PM
Is there anyone who is looking for help to get across?
Kael Friday August 3rd, 2007 1:12:08 PM
The idea of enchanted rings intrigues Kael, he makes a mental note to look into it when the opportunity arises.
Fly? Interesting proposal. "Perhaps to conserve charges you could use it on the stronger of our lot, and they could carry someone with them?"
Gecktar Friday August 3rd, 2007 4:15:09 PM "Thank you Flat-Top, I don't need this spell to reach our goal, but it's a good idea to have it."
Gecktar makes his first step out of the ship and don't fall. he continues walking on air.
Brahmah Friday August 3rd, 2007 4:39:42 PM
The ranger will again make the offer of rope and gear to climb. He decides for the group. Brahmah casts Spider Climb from his tattoo and proceeds up the cliff. When he reaches the top, he makes sure to tie off the rope, hammer a piton or two and then, he lowers his 200ft section of rope for the others. Descending again, remembering his bear, he says, "Heyoo can ferry gear up. Just tie it off to him. I will carry the some of the heaviest gear to lighten burdens." Then he casts the last Spider Climb on Heyoo.
The Island Called "Tears of the Land" (substitute DM Cayzle) Friday August 3rd, 2007 7:55:58 PM
The Chosen use their skills to land on the reef-bound island.
OOC to Flat-top: Highlight to display spoiler: {Ceil, do you really have a wand of flying? You have to be a mage to use it, you know.}
Brahmah uses spider climb to get himself and his bear ashore. He lowers ropes for those who need them.
Gecktar air-walks to the island, and then helps haul up those who need the rope.
Mosushi uses the rope to come ashore.
Kael also climbs the rope.
Zeoll is glad to get Brahmah's and Gecktar's help with the rope.
Toros follows the lead of the other Chosen.
And so does Vern.
Once on the island, Vern uses some curing magic to heal any cuts gained climbing the sharp stones of the island.
You are on a stoney island. In some places the rock is exposed, swept clean by water and waves. In other places, lush rooted brush and bramble have sprouted in cracks, crevices, and crannies. Inland, you see some palm and cyprus growing to medium heights. The entire island is no more than a mile or two long.
But the most remarkable features are already distracting you. There are pools and geysers all over the place. Near the shore, some are tidal pools. Farther inland, you see bubbling puddles and steamy ponds. Some geysers erupt streams of water only; others spew mists as well. Sometimes the fickle sea winds carry a rotten-egg smell to your noses.
There are no buildings in sight. The ship's captain and crew remain on board the boat. Aside from you eight Taurs, a human, and a bear, no creature larger than a gull seems to exist here.
Zeoll Friday August 3rd, 2007 7:59:44 PM
The trained bard puts his recall to good use. "Maybe we should think about the worrds that Garrgul gave us."
"Beforre the new moon rrises again, dissolve IT in the Tearrs of the Land underr the Sun of the clearr Sky."
"Well, we'rre herre on the Tearrs of the Land. Now what?"
Winterglade Saturday August 4th, 2007 5:33:30 AM
Winterglade was the last one to climb the cliffs - with great difficulty [Took 10 on Climb, with ropes the resulting 10 should be enough? Not sure if flying happened?]. Once on the top of the cliff he promptly put on his new armor - a shinig suit of plate.
"Ring of Messaging, hmph? Good luck pushing THAT order through the Catacombs."
"Now what? Could it be that this time sun means just sun and clear sky just clear sky? Shall we wait for a spell of nice weather?"
Just out of curiosity the centaur starts to wander the island and scan it for magic. His head turns here and there as he tries to pick up any local magic auras [Winterglade uses up 3 Detect Magic - combined duration 21 minutes. If he picks up any auras he will try to determine their strength and schools of magic involved].
Toros Saturday August 4th, 2007 12:09:07 PM
"Many thanks for this ring Brahmah I will carry it with honor"
The voyage without problem has been replenishing for Toros and he hopes their luck continue like that.
Following the lead of other Chosen, together with Winterglade, he climbs the cliffs. (take also 10 with ropes)
Standing on a safe rock, he looks at the men on the boat, his companies, and the sea gulls interchangably.
Kael d20=10 Saturday August 4th, 2007 12:44:53 PM
Kael makes his way over the cliffs. As he takes in the scene he lights his pipe and takes a few contemplative puffs.
[Knowledge(Arcana) 10 + 13 = 23; Which spring looks like it would best serve their needs.]
Posting Report for Monday August 6th, 2007 7:43:25 AM
Game # 7 The Chosen Of Domi For the week of July 30,2007
Name------MTWTF DM Cayzle-XXOXX *Sub for DM Donna. Brahmah---X2222 Gecthar---XXXXX Kale------XXXXXS Mushiski--XXXXX Flat-top--XXXXXS Wintergld-XXXXOS Zeoll-----OXO2X *Had problems with his PC, But violet fix it, now working fine. Toros-----XXXXX
Adm Ceil - All fine with this game.
Flat-top Monday August 6th, 2007 7:49:00 AM
Flat-top finnaly makes it to the top. Look around, "This is IT?? Not much of a island. I wonder Why Domi want us here?? OH! Yes! Kale has a duty to preform! Right Kale!"
Fat-top is not very Happy, he just don't like this Island.
Brahmah Monday August 6th, 2007 8:44:17 AM
"The value of this island is in its natural power to destroy the sword Flat-top, not in how many taverns there are." He smiles. "One of those steaming pools of volcanic ooze is the Tears of the Land, certainly! Rebbe, which one?"
Kael Monday August 6th, 2007 9:46:34 AM
Kael smirks at Brahmah's comment.
"You underestimate the insightful powers of tavern numerology in the determination of prophecy resolution."
Kael lets out a hearty laugh.
Brahmah Monday August 6th, 2007 4:03:25 PM
Brahmah thumps Kael in his shoulder, smiling.
Gecktar Monday August 6th, 2007 4:13:24 PM "Dissolve it."
"Tears of the land"
"Aren't we on a volcanic isle ? May lava be the tears of the land ?"
"Else disolving, expect to have acid. Maybe we could find acid lakes in this isle ?"
Moshushi Monday August 6th, 2007 6:30:39 PM
"we could just try lowering it into the nearest geyser. It might not work, but we can just pull it back out if nothing happens. Seems easier than finding melted stone."
My 2 cps added
Cayzle Tuesday August 7th, 2007 6:52:02 AM
Apologies everybody. I'll spare you the lame excuse. More later.
Flat-top Tuesday August 7th, 2007 7:04:01 AM
"Did I 'Hear Lower It'??" ask Flat-top "you mean to go near that Lava and lower it? Who Do you think is that crazy, to go near that Lava??"
The Mystery of the Tears of the Land (Substitute DM Cayzle) Tuesday August 7th, 2007 9:55:19 AM
Zeoll invites the group to ponder the words of Gargul.
Winterglade spot-checks the island for magic, but finds none. The centaur has a funny thought -- maybe Gargul just meant what he said! Maybe all you need is to wait for clear sky and sun! Winterglade, Please Highlight to display spoiler: { LOL! Good idea! Take a 200 xp award for clever thinking.}
Toros takes in the scene.
Kael wants to look for a spring that would serve the party's purpose. But what is that purpose? What are you looking for? He sees that some pools bubble, and others are calm. Some steam and some are cold. Some springs are geysers that rise and fall. Others are constant burbles that fall from a rocky outcrop.
Flat-top is nervous.
Brahmah asks the Rebbe what to do, but all the Eye fo Gargul knows is that when the sword starts to dissolve, he is supposed to cast one final special spell.
Gecktar thinks about dissolving the sword, and wonders about lava. But lava would more likely melt the sword, rather than dissolve it. On the other hand, there is no exposed lava anywhere. And no volcano. But if not lava, how about acid? He looks at the island's pools. None are strong acid. A couple might be a weakly acidic, but not strong enough to melt the Black Sword.
Mosushi stands still and watches.
Gecktar, Glade, and anyone else who is looking at pools, please make a Tracking or Search check vs DC15: Highlight to display spoiler: {At the edge of one tangy, steaming, weakly acidic pool, you do see some scratch marks on the earth. More like tracks than writing. The water of this pool is bubbling, and you cannot see deeply in due to bubbles. It smells pungent, and stinging.}
Kael d20=16 Tuesday August 7th, 2007 10:32:51 AM
[Search: 16+4=20]
Kael seems focused on a particular bubbling pool noting a series of scratches near the edge of the pool.
"That looks interesting." Indicating the marks, not wanting to disturb whatever is connected to those claws he keeps his distance.
Brahmah Tuesday August 7th, 2007 11:48:24 AM
Brahmah looks around to the nearest pool of molten whatever, draws an arrow and dips the steel tip into the pool (if that pool isn't good enough, be moves to the next). "Lets just be well shot of this piece of..." His sentence trails away. "FLAT-TOP, NO JUMPING INTO THESE POOLS! THATS AN ORDER."
Moshushi Tuesday August 7th, 2007 4:23:15 PM
"Captain, I can provide some protection for someone who wishes to get close. Not enough to touch the lava, but it should provide some safety."
Winterglade d20+1=6 d20+6=22 Wednesday August 8th, 2007 5:51:43 AM
[Search 6] "What lava? There's no lava around!"
Upon hearing Kael's remark the centaur races over to where the brewer is standing. "What is it? What have you found?" - he asks, jealous that it was not him who discovered something. "Some kind of scratches? Symbols of some kind, perhaps? Symbol of the Sun maybe, if we are lucky?" [Knowledge:Arcana 22]
"Come now. There are only so many pools on this island. All we need to do is to dunk the sword in each of them. We can start with the one Kael found."
Flat-top Wednesday August 8th, 2007 7:01:28 AM
"Don't Worry I'm Not that Stupid!" He tell Captain Brahmah.
But he goes to the Gyser that has the scraching. He takes an arrow from his pack, and proceds to dip it into the liquid bubbles??
When Flat-to pulls the arrow out, He See that the arrow is . . . .?
Kael Wednesday August 8th, 2007 10:32:42 AM
Kael watches on nervously as the Flat-top tests the "water."
Brahmah Wednesday August 8th, 2007 2:48:53 PM
Brahmah smirks at Flat-top, then shrugs. "You jumped into the goo in the temple. Just going from experience." He laughs. "There's no denying, you did do that."
Zeoll Wednesday August 8th, 2007 4:13:11 PM
Zeoll sees that one pool in particular has attracted some attention. He summons a small water elemental and tells it to swim down, take a look, and report back.
(Used rod of extend to boost duration to 6 rounds).
Moshushi Wednesday August 8th, 2007 4:23:44 PM
If everyone is gathering around the one hole, who am I to go against the group
Joins the group at the hole
A Bubbling Pool (Substitute DM Cayzle) Wednesday August 8th, 2007 4:33:15 PM
Kael looks over one pool and sees some scratch marks at the edge. They are definitely tracks, not writing or other marks.,
Brahmah tests the water of that pool. It has a tang and a smell, an acrid, sharp smell. There are many bubbles rising through the waters. The pool may be slightly acidic, but not so much that it will dissolve an arrowhead anytime soon!
Brahmah warns Flat-top not to jump in!
Musushi offers protection to those who need it,
Winterglade looks at the scratch marks at the edge of the pool and confirms that they are NOT letters or glyphs. They look like claw marks.
Winterglade suggests dunking the sword in every pool. But Vern, the Gargul priest, says that there has to be more to it than that. He believes that Kael at least has a roll to play. How, he does not know.
Flat-top says he will not jump in -- yet! He pokes at the water too.
Zeoll summons a water elemental, and tell sit to go down the pool and report back. But it never comes back.
If you can make a track check vs DC20, then Highlight to display spoiler: {The tracks lead to sunny rock outcrops nearby.}
What next?
Cayzle's Announcement Wednesday August 8th, 2007 4:39:32 PM
Good News, Chosen of Domi! DM Donna will be returning on Monday! Yay!
Bad News, too! I need character sheets from Gecktar, Toros, Flat-top. I know there has been no xp, but I want sheets up to date when Donna gets back.
Bill, the sheet I have for Mosushi is still titled "mowyth.doc" -- do you have a more recent one?
Jay, please send me a version of your file as .txt or .rtf, or .doc.
Adam, I need a .txt format from you, but see my e-mail coming tonight with questions.
Thanks!
Toros Wednesday August 8th, 2007 10:03:57 PM
Toros stays a bit away from the bubling and stinging pool of water, wondering what might have happened to Zeoll's water elemental.
Gecktar d20+4=23 Thursday August 9th, 2007 3:15:31 AM
Looking to all those testing the pools
"Do you really think our task is to drop the sword in one of this pool ?"
"Sorry but, I'm accustomed at much complex soluces..."
"Did you see thes tracks Brahmah ? They are leading here..." he says while following them.
"I suggest that we follow them, this could be some kind of life on this isle. Maybe a sentient one. Even I don't believe it, maybe a creature may help us."
(OOC: Survival check 23)
Winterglade Thursday August 9th, 2007 6:40:04 AM
Winterglade's brow rises as he examines the track marks. "So, what are we looking at here? A behir? A hydra? What would choose to live in such a caustic, watery habitat, with no apparent sources of food?"
"Ah yes! So simple. A black dragon. Let us take a closer look, yes?"
Flat-top d20+2=20 Thursday August 9th, 2007 7:44:11 AM
As soon as he heard BLACK DRAGON! Flat-top jumps back from the edge of that pool. "A Acid Spitting Black Dragons?? You bet your life I'm not going to jump in there!! If this thing wants my hide, let HIM come out of that hole and get it!"
"Remember Zoell, Your Elerment has not return as of Yet!" Flat-top tell Zeoll.
But to Brahmah, he tell him "I may have done things Stupid once or twice, but it was to the betterment of our party, Right Captain of all of us?"
Moshushi d20=2 Thursday August 9th, 2007 11:01:03 AM
failed the tracking roll
"Let's hope it's not a dragon. Besides, what would it eat. Let's wait for the elemental"
mote: the mowyth doc is the correct one sheet in all things but name
Kael Thursday August 9th, 2007 12:10:18 PM
"I would think the presence of a dragon on these islands would have made it's way into their legend." Examining the tracks. "But we should be cautious none the less."
Brahmah d20+16=29 d20+6=7 Thursday August 9th, 2007 2:14:11 PM
He nods to Flat-top, rolling his eyes.
"Tracks, yes. I see them." (29)
He casts Guidance from his tattoo. (Knowledge geography 7, nat 1!) "No, I don't think this is the type of terrain a black dragon might live in. But there could be elementals around. But lets get our minds off monsters."
"Tears of the Land. I think it might be a waterfall out of the side of a cliff or volcano. Maybe it is a metaphor for something else we haven't thought of. But in the meantime..." He starts walking to sunny rock outcrops nearby.
Zeoll Thursday August 9th, 2007 4:56:11 PM
The liontaur shakes his head. "Eitherr my elemental was capturred orr killed. Prrobably killed."
He says he thinks there is something dangerous down there.
Many Legs (DM Cayzle) Thursday August 9th, 2007 5:05:24 PM
I have PC sheets from everyone except Toros. Thanks!
Toros wonders what killed the elemental.
Gecktar thinks there is more than just dipping the sword in a pool. He asks Brahmah to look more closely at the tracks.
Winterglade thinks it is an acid-monster. Maybe a black dragon?
Flat-top seems nervous about the chance that it is a dragon!
Mosushi urges caution and watchfulness.
Kael thinks that if there were a dragon, someone would have made a tale of it before now. He looks at the tracks too, and also urges caution.
Brahmah prays for Guidance and looks over the tracks. He discovers that they are made by many ten-legged large creatures with claws on their feet. He thinks that they come out to rest on the rocks, maybe toward dusk when the sun is setting but the rocks are warm.
Zeoll listens to Kael and says that he has not heard any stories about dragons. These things are something else.
Vern says that he thinks the whole island is called the Tears of the Land. He stays well back from the pool.
Winterglade Friday August 10th, 2007 4:51:26 AM
[Flat-top] "I may have done things Stupid once or twice, but it was to the betterment of our party." "Yeah. Winterglade looks so much better with those scars on his back."
[Kael] "I would think the presence of a dragon on these islands would have made it's way into their legend." "Who knows? Maybe it's his summer retreat?"
"Winterglade has been thinking. <Melt in the Tears of the Land under the Sun of Clear Sky>. Maybe the waters of this island need to be heated up somehow - by the sun? Should we put a cauldron with water from this pool on that sun-heated rocks? Could that be the part the brewer needs to play? Either way, we are most likely to be attacked sometime soon. It could be a behir, a monstrous centipede, or about half a dozen of other creatures, and Winterglade hasn't decided yet which option is the most appealing."
Brahmah Friday August 10th, 2007 5:42:00 AM
"Ten legs. Claws. No dragon I know has ten legs. Five bipeds maybe? They stop in the outcrop. Take cover for now."
He notes the position of his bear and then returns his glance to the outcrop. Draws, strings and knocks an arrow. Silently instructs Mosushi, Zeoll and Gecktar to approach with him. Others to stay away until needed.
Flat-top d20+6=22 Friday August 10th, 2007 7:26:48 AM
While heading for the Outcrop, Flat-top tell Winterglade "I was under the influance of the Black Sword at the time! Beside I did not cut you, the Sword just wanted your Blood! So I gave it mine!"
Flat-top will lean on the Rock to get away from the Sun. Also watching to Scratching of that Gyser. But reall wnting to jump in that hole.
Spoting - 22
Kael Friday August 10th, 2007 10:41:50 AM
Kael watches as the scouts sneak off to the outcropping.The turns his attention to the remaining taurs. The fact that he was outnumbered by centaurs did not make him feel any better.
"I do not think it is wise to split up?" Kael puffs nervously on his pipe. "We don't even know what's out here."
Brahmah Friday August 10th, 2007 3:40:59 PM
Looks at Kael and raises an eyebrow. This is such a familiar argument, there's no way Kael could know how frequent. "You'd have us ALL die, sword in hand and laying next to our corpses for just anyone to find? Or would you rather have a back up plan?" He looks curiously at the brewer. He retrieves a whistle from his bag and hands it to his aged peer. "Blow it if you get into trouble, we'll come running." He smirks and winks and heads off with a small squad of Chosen toward the outcrop.
The Sunning Stones (Last Post As Subbing DM Cayzle) Friday August 10th, 2007 5:16:30 PM
A few Chosen stay at the bubbling pool; others walk to the sunning stones. Only about 100 feet seperate the two. And the sun is still high, but based on the clawmarks that are obvious on the rock, it seems likely that the claw-footed creatures come out at sunset. You still have an hour or two before that, even after looking the island well over.
Do you wait for sunset? If so, where? If you seek concealment, how will you stay out of sight? What if monsters come out of the pool? What are your plans?
Kael Friday August 10th, 2007 6:27:57 PM
Looks at the whistle, "It wasn't our safety that concerned me." Tossing the whistle back. "Odds are you will need this more than us."
Kael examines the terrain for a defend able position from the pool. "We'll keep our ears open for ya."
Moshushi Friday August 10th, 2007 11:20:46 PM
Follows Brahmah
Also takes a look around. Are there any large stones which could be used to block off the hole with tracks?
Brahmah d20+13=16 d20+12=20 d20+4=15 d20+16=29 Saturday August 11th, 2007 10:54:20 AM
Shrugs. "Suit yourself Kael, but this is a far more open area for attack than by the stones." He heads off.
Which direction do the tracks lead? Into the island toward the stones? Up the cliff? Out of the pools?
Casts Guidance again from his tattoo. (Uses for Spot)
(Spot 17, Listen 20, Search 15, Survival 29)
Winterglade Saturday August 11th, 2007 12:31:45 PM
The centaur wraps himself in his cloak and folds his arms on his chest. "They are not going that far." Then he grins to a distant memory. "Besides, believe Winterglade, when some of them start casting spells you want to stay WAY out of range."
"Once they come back Winterglade will suggest we move to the far end of the island and observe what comes out of this pond from afar. More options for us, this way."
Flat-top Sunday August 12th, 2007 7:04:24 AM
Flat-top Smiles, he will rib Winterglade just a little bit more, "You Know Winterglade! I hate it when you make sence like that!"
Flat-top move to the end of the Island, then tell Winterglade "Come, We'll both go to the other end of the Island."
Brahmah Sunday August 12th, 2007 11:40:16 AM
Is vigilant.
Kael Sunday August 12th, 2007 4:08:46 PM
Sticks with his assigned group, keeping an eye on the pool waiting for it's inhabitant to emerge.
Toros Sunday August 12th, 2007 10:43:03 PM
Toros wonders if and when they will meet with the many legs, which could mean trouble for the Chosen.
Toros-Tunc Sunday August 12th, 2007 10:46:08 PM
There is not any change to the latest Character Sheet of Toros except the latest money from the loot. I guess Toros is only 50 XP behind the next level and I will send a new CS with this new level as soon as possible.
Posting Report for Monday August 13th, 2007 8:34:15 AM
Game # 7 The Chosen Of Domi For the week of August 6,2007
Zeoll (Ready to cast invisibility) d20+10=25 Monday August 13th, 2007 10:16:24 AM
Since the rocks are nearby the pool, Zeoll will position himself so that he can see both, if possible. He keeps very alert for any sign of trouble. (Spot 25!)
If he sees any danger, he casts his readied Invisibility spell. He is willing to wait for so long as the others are.
Brahmah Monday August 13th, 2007 10:51:33 AM
Remains vigilant.
The Return of DM Donna Monday August 13th, 2007 11:00:44 AM
Although this post is definitely Out Of Character, it is very important.
First, thank you for your emails, I'm glad to be back!
Second, it's come to my attention that XPs have not been issued yet for the previous module, and this IS something that needs to be addressed.
So: all PCs who participated in the adventure in which the Black Sword was acquired from the ziggurat, please add 4000xp to your character's level.
If this bumps you up a level, please update your sheet accordingly.
Third, please email me with any nominations for Hero Points as well as Bonus XP for Roleplaying.
Meanwhile...your PC may contemplate the cryptic directions of Gargul as they lay in wait on the island.
Moshushi d20=11 Monday August 13th, 2007 1:53:59 PM
hangs out with Brahmah, Zeoll, and Gektar. He'll eye some of the other pools suspiciously. (Search 19)
OOC:welcome back Donna
Winterglade Monday August 13th, 2007 2:01:20 PM
[Flat-top] "You Know Winterglade! I hate it when you make sence like that!" "Winterglade knows it's not something widely popular with this bunch, but SOMEBODY has to!"
"Ten legs with claws, ten legs with claws... What in the name of Brawler will come out of that pond? A conga line of four furballs?"
The centaur does not look particularily worried. "Whatever lives in there is not likely to attack without provocation. As long as we stay away we should be able to safely take a look." [Uh, how far away from the pond are we waiting anyway? My suggestion would be as far as practically possible.]
Kael Monday August 13th, 2007 5:14:57 PM
Continues to wait cautiously.
Toros Monday August 13th, 2007 5:33:38 PM
As time passes and sunset approaches, Toros becomes more impatient. He wonders how many of these "ten legs with claws" will come out of the pond. The shadow dancer is ready to hide in the shadows in case of danger.
OOC Donna, well come back
Flat-top Monday August 13th, 2007 6:24:13 PM
Flat-top will wait at the end of the row of spring Shooting Water>> He waits Since Captain Bratmah has not yelled at hin for some time now, He must be doinf something right??
Well-Come Back DM Donna, We missed you. Well some of us did??
Flat-top Tuesday August 14th, 2007 7:13:12 AM
Flat-top Still wait at the end of the row.
Brahmah d20+13=17 d20+12=31 Tuesday August 14th, 2007 10:23:07 AM
As Brahmah, Mo, Zeoll and Gecktar approach the outcrop, the ranger is wary.
(Spot 17, Listen 31)(+2 if human, +4 if centaur... who in their right mind would be on THIS stinking island... oh yeah... ;))
Zeoll Tuesday August 14th, 2007 10:24:32 AM
[OOC to DM: Donna, I'll wait to go up my level, please, because of the special requirement for the new Woldian Seer prestige class: "The seer must complete a solitary quest for enlightenment"]
Zeoll stands and wonders how long it will be before anything happens! :-)
Kael d20=2 Tuesday August 14th, 2007 3:39:15 PM
Pulls out his pipe and contemplates what recipes call for water from these springs.
[Profession Brewer check: 2+10=12; that's just sad]
When the time draws near he will ready invisibility.
Moshushi Tuesday August 14th, 2007 4:52:23 PM
Approaching the outcropping carefully, with wand set to kill,,er, with lightning bolt in hand
DM Donna (Still OOC) Tuesday August 14th, 2007 5:14:32 PM
Okay, then...I'll give the group one more day to get their new Character Sheets to me; Wednesday's post will continue our module. I'm anticipating that I'll be able to post about this time of day (give or take an hour) Mondays through Fridays.
8)
Jay Tuesday August 14th, 2007 5:41:29 PM
OOC: Email coming.
Winterglade Wednesday August 15th, 2007 4:44:41 AM
The centaur turns his face to the sun. Normally he would enjoy sunbathing, but the sea voyage has left his skin and mane covered with salt and he starts to become painfully aware of it. "Pity there's no pool one could safely bathe in... Winterglade longes for some normal land, without water all around him on the horizon..."
Flat-top Wednesday August 15th, 2007 6:39:58 AM
Flat-top smiles at Winterglade, "If you find one that's cool, let me know. I would like a nice coll shower!
But with my luck, as soon as I move from here. That thing will pop-up!"
Brahmah Wednesday August 15th, 2007 12:55:23 PM
Sitting on a tall boulder, Brahmah can't help but feeling at peace on a lonely island no one has set likely set hoof or foot on in years, if ever.
Kael Wednesday August 15th, 2007 4:17:59 PM
Kael continues to smoke and wait.
Eye Spy - DM Donna Wednesday August 15th, 2007 6:39:55 PM
The sun sinks lower into the sky. There are still a good two hours or so left to the daylight. The sun is feeling rather nice this time of year.
Everyone in the party must roll a Listen check versus DC15. Those that fail don't notice any change in the ambient sound unless those that make the check bring it to their attention.
For those who make the check, Highlight to display spoiler: { you hear the sound of clicking that seems to be getting louder--something approaching those sunning stones, perhaps..?}
Winterglade d20+4=19 Thursday August 16th, 2007 3:19:22 AM
"Nah, all these pools seem too caustic to offer a refreshing dip."
"Look at that sun. Winterglade wonders if tomorrow we will have clear skies, too? Pity we didn't try to dip the blade in those pools today. We do have a time limit, after all." [Listen 19] The centaur's ramblings are suddenly interrupted. "Shh! Did you hear that? Sounds like some kind of... insect?" There is a <ka-click> as Winterglade straps on his shield.
Gecktar d20+4=22 Thursday August 16th, 2007 3:23:30 AM
(OOC: listen check 22)
Gecktar still near Brahmah stops sudenly his move. "Shhht, what... did you hear that ?"
He know has his hammer in hand and his shield gently floating near him, freeing his left hand.
His senses alerted him that something crawling in coming forth. His muscles tighten and prepare for a fight.
(OOC: I'm moving houses and I have trouble with my internet connection in my new home. This explain the lack of posts since few days. I hope I will be able to posts regulary but I don't know if I will be able...
That said welcome back Donna)
Flat-top d20+6=15 Thursday August 16th, 2007 7:04:32 AM
Flat-top rinkles his nose, "I Think I hear some thing? But I'm not moving untill I'm Sure!"
Flat-top will ready himself, by unclipping his Morning Star from his belt. "Don't move! Just stand still! It might be a little tremmer??"
Zeoll d20+4=14 Thursday August 16th, 2007 10:30:31 AM
Listen check 14
Zeoll starts to get nervous as the sun goes down. He looks for a place he can hide behind cover in case he needs some rock between him and that pool.
Kael d20=15 Thursday August 16th, 2007 11:07:17 AM
Kael continues to contemplate. [Listen:14]
The centaurs claim to hear something. "It's probably just the wind."
Kael none the less prepares himself just in case he is wrong.
Brahmah d20+13=16 d20+12=25 d20+16=24 Thursday August 16th, 2007 11:09:54 AM
(Spot 16, Listen 25, Survival to avoid natural hazards 24)
The ranger stops and listens, drawing his weaponry. "Sh!" He hisses. "Get away from the pools! Move away about ten paces!" He is just waiting for that scorching geyser!
Moshushi d20+6=13 Thursday August 16th, 2007 11:11:49 AM
Although he didn't hear anything, Gecktar's warning is enough to put the liontaur on alert, wand poised at the ready.
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