Arm Monday October 13th, 2008 8:26:49 AM
Arm gathers up what he needs for a good and appropriae disguise, then heads out (undisguised) with Shadow. Instructing him to keep a keen eye open, he searches for an alley with both ends open.After finding one, he quickly dons his disguise and says, "Let us check up on our Council friends, shall we?". He then heads to the nearest address that was given to them.
Shadow d20+9=20 ; Monday October 13th, 2008 1:42:26 PM
Shadow will keep an eye out as he and Arm leave the manor. He will follow along occasionally falling back to see if he can tell if they are being followed. When he sees Arm move into the alleyway he will keep watch while he changes. Once Arm is done, Shadow will follow suit and move into the alleyway and done his disguise.
He will remain silent but nod his approval to the now disguised Arm.
Actions: Spot=20
At the Church/Library/Foreign Quarter/and the Nobleman Quarter Monday October 13th, 2008 2:14:19 PM
The acolyte motions to someone out of sight, and another younger acolyte appears. "Please show these guests to Father Kidel's meeting room and then please summon him." As the younger acolyte moves off the other acolyte is turning to do something when Julien makes his inquiry. The acolyte shows a slight bit of surprise at the request but moves towards the back pews of the main sanctuary. He indicates Julien should have a seat and then he joins him. "Please tell me how you have been trained to repel the undead."
Kristen and Thar follow the younger acolyte through a door and then down a short corridor that seems to parallel the main sanctuary of the church. He then leads them through yet another door into a fairly small room that has a small table with four chairs around it. "Please have a seat while I fetch Father Kidel." He waits for them to be seated then moves through a door on the opposite side of a door that looks to probably lead back into the sanctuary. A few minutes later an elderly man that still bears himself with confidence enters, "I am father Kidel, how may I be of service to you?" He moves to a seat but does not sit.
----------------------- Edmund heads to the library in search of something to be able to detect the dopplegangers. While he is searching he comes across a description of a gem that would do the trick "True Sight Diamond" which seems particularly expensive once he reads what it does. It does however give him some hope that he might stumble across a spell that might do the same. (Let me know if and how you continue to search.)
---------------------- Wynum (I guess alone) heads to the foreign quarter to investigate the three councilmen. He comes across a group of elves that seem to be headed in the opposite direction that Wynum is. He stops them to ask if any of them might know where to find councilmen Lynom. One of the elves looks up at Wynum and there seems to be a bit of surprise when the elf registers exactly who just asked him a question. The elf quickly recovers and nods his head slightly, "Well met sir Wynum, I don't believe we would be much help in search, but you might check out if any of the locals over there might know something." He indicates an establishment that appears to be a tavern.
------------------ Arm and Shadow make it to the Nobleman Quarter without apparantly being followed. Once in their disguises they head to the home of Councilman Gibard to check it out. They arrive at a very large estate that is very well maintained, and notice that there does not appear to be anyone at home presently (or they turn in very early)
Wynum (late post) Monday October 13th, 2008 5:31:29 PM
Wynum sighs and bows down to Kadaz after the elves' reply. "You think we can find about the address in here? I don't feel very much at ease in those places. What do you think?"
Edmund d20+12=26 ; Monday October 13th, 2008 9:18:02 PM
Edmund reads up everything he can on the nature of True Sight Diamonds and how they are used. He is aware, after all, that they have bottles made of the very finest diamond.
At once he sets to work trying to figure out how they are made, and who could make such a thing. Perhaps, with the diamond material already in their possession, the Mithril Order might be able to obtain a True Sight Diamond for a discount price! (OOC: Not sure of the appropriate rolls here, guessing that it would be Spellcraft (as before) or Know: Arcana)(Knowledge Arcana: 26)
Julian (small size) Monday October 13th, 2008 10:27:49 PM
"Well, back in Angel Springs, up north in the Crescent Valley, at the Temple of Domi, they taught me to command them back to... whereever it is that they come from. I still prefer to hammer them back in to the dirt, but sometimes it is 'more approriate', as Kendry would've said. Julian pauses, but only for a breath, "I guess Kendry knew a lot more about undead than I do because one time a hobgoblin, that he was friends with, came back to us as a zombi, a messenger for a necromancer up there. Kendry was still trying to be friendly and wouldn't allow me to just chunk it into pieces. Still, he needed to be destroyed and I think it was Tobias and Podo that fixed him, and Kendry insisted that we 'bury' the hobgoblin zombie in a tree. I guess that is something important to do for zombies, or maybe for hobgoblins, or was it for allies who fell in battle. "So, that is what I know about turning undead. That, and," raising his voice now in a crescendo, "yelling at them, and feeling the battle rage well up inside and forcing it out through my Domi symbol here." Julian acts this last part out, and if he wasn't only 3'6" he might appear to be intimidating the acolyte. Instead, he is just rather noisy in a quiet and holy place.
Arm Tuesday October 14th, 2008 5:57:10 AM
Finding an inconspicuous spot, Arm murmurs to Shadow, "Well, what do you think? No one seems to be home, but that may not be true. I don't think it wise we make a frontal assault at this time, so should we stand by for a while or move on to the next abode?".
Kadaz Tuesday October 14th, 2008 6:56:02 AM
Kadaz has chosen to back up Wynum. While the centaur questions the elves, Kadaz stays in the background, watching to see if anything seems amiss. Once the elves leave Kadaz moves up to Wynum. "I can understand your reluctance, these inns certainly aren't built for those as large as you. I'm willing to go in and ask about Lynom. But I'd appreciate it if you could stay just outside and be ready to help if trouble arises. OK? And let's practice those finger recognition signals once more. Don't want you to think I've been replaced."
Birdie sniffs the air. It's time for supper and he knows from experience that buildings with people and noise often have food, too.
Kadaz and Birdie enter the tavern and take a seat. He will try to quietly question the server (while ordering ale for himself and a bit of meat for Birdie) about where one might find Lynom.
Thar Tuesday October 14th, 2008 9:30:59 AM
Thar stands and offers his hand in greeting to the priest. "Hello Father, I am Father Thar from the temple to YHWH, over on the other side of town. Thank you for taking the time to meet with us today. Next to me is Kirsten, valiant Paladin. She and I have been on a quest to destroy evil and were mostly successful. However, We recently discovered a few items filled with Woldsblood and do not have the ability to cleanse these items. Your name was given to us by Rabbitsfoot from the city guard. Could you help us with removing the taint of evil from them? The lady, I and my temple will be in your debt, Father."
Tavern in the Foreign Quarter Tuesday October 14th, 2008 9:44:45 AM
(Assuming Wynum agrees to be the watch outside the tavern) Kadaz questions the waitress as he orders. She takes a look at him a little confused but then says very quietly, "Well you might want to ask Frannie over there she seems to have some opinions about the councilman and might just know where to find him." She indicates a woman sitting by herself over a meal eating very quickly.
Wynum outside does not see anything out of the ordinary even though he is in the foreign quarter.
The Library/The Church/Noble Quarter Tuesday October 14th, 2008 10:13:49 AM
(OOC: Well I was going to do posts individually, but I don't think that will work so here they are all together)
Edmund had stumbled upon an object that they could use, but he continues searching for anything that might help. The first spell that seems it might work he comes across is 'Wizard Sight' but he soon discards that because he is not sure the dopplegangers are truly wizards. As he continues he comes across a spell that is probably used to make the diamond called 'True Sight' after reading through the description a couple of times he is sure that this will work. Now all he needs is to find someone that knows the spell.
---------- "Please sir, we need to keep it down this is a place of worship." He looks around and it does seem that there are a couple of citizens praying, but they had only looked back to see what was going on and have already turned around and continue to pray. "We are taught similarly with a little bit of a difference. We are taught to focus all of our faith into the symbol of our god and mentally picture our god removing the evil that has brought the abomination into existance."
---------- "I will need to see these items and determine the taint that is in them first to be able to tell best how to take care of them." He waits while the two produce the vials. (I assume that they bring the vials out.) He will first only look at the vials and then will mutter a prayer and then concentrate even more on the vials. "There is a very nasty taint on three of these vials. The other three are just what they seem to be. I will need to keep these vials for a couple of days to remove the taint that is in them, but I believe I can do it even though the taint is extremely strong. I would also require a donation to the church to perform the rites."
---------- Shadow and Arm have no immediate luck at their current location and are contemplating moving on when they see someone turn up the walkway to the front of the house. The person seems to fumble around with something, but then opens the door. A few minutes later the person must me moving around the house lighting candles/lamps because most of the windows now show lights through them.
Wynum Tuesday October 14th, 2008 10:15:14 AM
Indeed the centaur takes guard, standing back a little and observring the Inn's entrance from a distance. He seems absorbed in thoughts and paces a bit about.
Shadow d20+17=31 ; d20+9=19 ; d20+5=9 ; Tuesday October 14th, 2008 10:15:35 AM
Shadow indicates to Arm that he is going to search around the back of the house and will be back shortly.
Actions: Move Silently=31 Spot=19 Listen=9
Thar Tuesday October 14th, 2008 2:04:27 PM
Thar nods and looks at Kirsten, making a sign that implies if she has detected evil on the Father. If no evil is detected, he agrees to loan the Father the tainted vials. "Thank you very much Father for your service. I must emphasize, however, the need for discretion in this matter. With evil items like these, some forces of evil and malice surely would like to get their hands on them."
"We would be willing to either make a donation or perform a service, depending on which kind of need is greater for your church. What sort of donation did you have in mind?"
Kirsten Tuesday October 14th, 2008 2:08:17 PM
Kirsten, once they are in the presence of the priest, will use her ability to detect evil and concentrate while Thar converses with him.
If she detects no evil she will nod somewhat at Thar and add, "My friend is right, we appreciate your discretion and would be more than willing to help you in whatever way you need."
Kadaz Tuesday October 14th, 2008 5:32:36 PM
Kadaz thanks his server and leave a generous tip. He walks over to Frannie and asks "Excuse me for interrupting. But I am concerned about Lynom and was told you may be able to help me." He looks at her carefully, waiting for a sign before sitting down.
Birdie, gnawing on a bit of gristle, has followed Kadaz and is sniffing for anything interesting under the table.
Edmund Tuesday October 14th, 2008 5:54:14 PM
After reading up on the spell of True Seeing, Edmund realises that he will not be able to cast such a spell himself until he has progressed much farther in his studies ((True Seeing is L.6, Edmund can only cast up to L.4)). As such, he makes a note of all the information and returns to Mithril Manor to await the return of the others.
Once the others return, Edmund will relate what he has discovered about the spell of True Seeing and the way to make a Diamond of True Seeing. He will then attempt to convince the others to use at least some of the diamond from the bottles for this purpose, and will ask them where they can find the means to get this done--perhaps the Catacombs?
Julian (small size) Wednesday October 15th, 2008 12:07:57 AM
"So, like picturing Domi with a big, a huge sword, just, like, cleaving them all down in one go?"
Julian thinks for a bit, "So, it is really Domi doing the work?"
Arm d20+13=18 ; d20+7=27 ; Wednesday October 15th, 2008 6:00:18 AM
Before Shadow leaves, Arm says to him, "Are you certain that you want to go alone? I'd feel much better if I accompany you.". If he agrees to let him follow, Arm will keep a close eye and ear open for any trouble. If not, he will do the same, but from where he is. (listen=18, spot=27, nat. 20).
Shadow Wednesday October 15th, 2008 9:29:59 AM
Shadow shakes his head as Arm offers to follow, "I have been trained for this type of work, and although you are much better than the rest of the order you still are not 'stealthy' enough." With that Shadow will move off towards the back of the house.
The Church/Foreign Quarter Tavern/The Mithril Manor/Nobleman Quarter Wednesday October 15th, 2008 9:49:02 AM
Kristen nods at Thar since she can only detect the evil taint on the vials and nothing else even gives off a speck of evil. This really is a holy place of worship (you never know). "Oh, discretion is always advisable when you are dealing with evil on this level, and you can be assured by my god that I will not discuss this with even my own faithful. As for the donation it is always up to those that want a service to determine what it is that they feel is necessary for the service." He rises from his chair taking the three vials out of the case and setting them on a cloth that he produces from a drawer that is in a cabinet that has a depiction of the god (sorry I don't know which god Janell planned on using here). He pushes the container back towards Thar indicating he should take the non-tainted ones with him. "If there is nothing more I would like to get started on removing this vial taint that should not have been allowed to be created." Thar and Kristen take that as a dismissal.
----------- Wynum is lost in thought as he paces a little bit in front of the tavern as he waits for Kadaz to finish up.
Kadaz approaches the woman named Frannie and indicates he would like to hear about Lynom. As the woman registers that there is someone asking her something she looks up and when Kadaz says Lynom her eyes light up. "Well you might want to have seat there young man because this might take some time." The woman says quite loudly. Not even waiting to see if he takes a seat Frannie begins talking still quite loudly as if she wants the whole tavern to hear what she is saying, "Lynom has been acting very strangely lately, but it is not just him but his new buddies - Mobec and Saisset, too. They all seem to be taking many different sides over almost all issues but recently they have all agreed about everything, not just most things but everything. Everyone knows that at last month's Council meeting the three were openly trading verbal disagreements about financing the cities annual Flloyd parade. Then, last week the three of them show up practically holding hands and not only agreeing on the parade, but actually providing funding out of their own pockets." The last part of that she says in a near shrill.
---------- Edmund makes it back to the manor and noone is present, so he decides to wait. (OOC: Just so you know I don't think you could use the vials for the actual diamond, but they would be useable to purchase a diamond for the true seeing device.)
---------- Shadow takes off to move around behind the house and Arm notices that he does not make any noise as he passes out of sight. Shadow does not notice anything out of the ordinary as he makes his circuit around the house. Meanwhile, Arm is still monitoring the front of the house and he sees a man approach the walkway to the house. He pauses, shakes his head, and moves off down the lane.
Wynum Wednesday October 15th, 2008 10:11:40 AM
Nervously peering through one of the inn's windows from time to time, Wynum continues pacing, thinking hard. His attention however is sometimes caught by exotic sights from the foreign quarter. If by chance he spots a Centaur, he will rush to him or her.
Thar d20+6=24 ; Wednesday October 15th, 2008 11:00:39 AM
Thar thanks the priest for his help and leaves the temple. Once they are outside and in a place that is quiet, he asks Kirsten "Well, it sounds like we've got a few days to wait on the vials. Should we head back to the manor? I know that other groups are working on various tasks and we could help with them. If we go back to the manor, we can get a status update."
While walking, he'll try to remember what this sort of service (i.e. cleansing the vials) would cost in terms of a donation. He's sure he has heard talk in the temple of these types of rituals and hopes he can recall a reasonable figure.
Know (Religion) = 24
Edmund Wednesday October 15th, 2008 11:23:51 AM
As no one is around, Edmund puts the kettle on and pours a bath.
Julian (small size) Wednesday October 15th, 2008 6:15:35 PM
Julian muses over this new info for a moment. His eyes begin to light up as realisation dawns on him, when he spies Kristen and Thar leaving. "Thanks for your help," he says jumping up and walking out briskly, "I'll be sure to use that. Gotta go. Thanks."
Outside: "Back to the Manor sounds good. Get something to eat, and an update. And regroup."
Kadaz Wednesday October 15th, 2008 6:47:33 PM
Kadaz sits down and listens intently to Frannie's story. "Lynom, Mobec and Saisset, acting together. That is a bit odd." he adds in agreement. "Do those three have anything in common, like visiting the same baths, or living nearby, or anything like that?" he asks, trying to trace back where they might have been replaced. Kadaz keeps his voice low, trying to inspire Frannie to be a little more quiet.
Arm d20+13=18 ; d20+7=21 ; Thursday October 16th, 2008 6:00:23 AM
Arm cocks his head to the right a bit, perplexed by the stranger's actions. Still worried for Shadow, he continues his vigilance (listen=18, spot=21).
Kirsten Thursday October 16th, 2008 12:32:22 PM
Kirsten nods at Thar's suggestion, "Yeah, let's head back to the manor to see if the other's have found anything."
She will accompany Thar back, hoping the others are having good luck with their own searches.
Shadow Thursday October 16th, 2008 2:01:53 PM
Shadow makes his way silently back to Arm, "Well nothing of note around the outside of the house. Is there anything you notice? What should we do now?"
Shadow Thursday October 16th, 2008 2:12:38 PM
Kristen, Thar and Julian head back to the manor, and arrive in time to see Edmund appear from taking a bath.
----------- Wynum paces nervously outside the tavern, but sees nothing either going on inside or outside to make him be any more concerned.
Kadaz tries to both get more information out of Frannie and to try and calm her down. She will have none of it and actually raises her voice even more as she continues, "And there's more...much more. Why I know a stableman who knows a midwife, who knows a nightwatchman who saw Councilmen Lynom down by the river drowning a sack full of puppies just for fun! Of course, the nightwatchman hasn't shown up for duty for the couple of days...isn't that sooo odd?! And I heard that Charlene saw Councilman Saisset passing by a black cat without so much as throwing salt over her shoulder. But everyone knows that Saisset is **very** careful about matters involving luck."
---------- Arm and Shadow converse outside the manor for quite some time and they have not seen anything out of the ordinary. The only thing they could comment on from where they are is when the lights change from one room to another as someone moves around the house.
DM Post (ADM Scott) - last post should have been titled something other than Shadow sorry :( Thursday October 16th, 2008 2:13:33 PM
Last post was the DM post.
Thar Thursday October 16th, 2008 4:55:55 PM
Seeing Edmund taking a both, Thar mentions with a grin to Kirsten that he's not sure what's worse, the sight he just saw or facing the Count in their previous adventure. He then yells something at Edmund about scaring the children and common decency and whatever other humorous anecdotes he can think of.
Once done harassing Edmund, he fills in the rest of the group about what was discussed at the temple and how they will be able to pick up the items in a few days. He's not sure what the cost is, but will let them know once he can remember what those types of items cost...
Arm Friday October 17th, 2008 5:56:45 AM
Arm tells Shadow about the odd visitor, then says, "Well, shall we move on to the next address or should we call it a night?".
OOC: I assume by the fact that candles are lit in the house that it is in fact nighttime? :)
Edmund Friday October 17th, 2008 1:43:08 PM
Edmund is somewhat upset by Thar's protestations because, of course, Edmund always wears a linen shift when he bathes, as is proper for a gentleman. What's more, wrapped in a robe over pyjamas when he emerged from the bath room, Edmund was hardly indecent. ((I think Thar saw Edmund after he came from the bath, not when he was in it. :p ))
Nevertheless, once Edmund has dressed, he pops in and relates the situation with the True Seeing spell, and the way to obtain a Diamond of the same. He then inquires as to whether the Catacombs might be the place to go in this regard.
Kadaz Saturday October 18th, 2008 11:42:49 AM
As Frannie's diatribe increases in volume and decreases in sense, Kadaz decides he's heard enough. "I'm glad you're alert enough to pick up on their changes. Thank you for your information." He leaves some money for his drink and goes outside.
"Wynum, that woman certainly believes the council man has changed his personality drastically recently. She also says the same is true for
He looks around for the inn. He then looks around for two other, Mobec and Saissec." We need to find the others and regroup. Any other ideas? Or shall we head home? And by the way, how are you at stairs? We have some spare rooms but they are upstairs, I think."
Birdie is gnawing on a bone in his mouth but watches Wynum carefully. He is still not used to to a talking horse and is wary in case this new one likes bones too.
Arm Monday October 20th, 2008 5:55:01 AM
Arm gives the house one last look before he heads off with Shadow, either back to the manor or on to the next address.
Wynum Monday October 20th, 2008 9:49:16 AM
(OOC: Evil typechangers destroyed part of your post, Kadaz. Just make sure we didn't miss an important bit.)
Wynum seems slightly vexated by Kadaz' comment. "Well, I am... quite an adept climber. I fear little of... stairs and other such obstacles. It is known our kind have a fear of heights, but I am well travelled and in my journeys I have even once climbed up on a tree. But this is a feat I would retell later. For now I agree we should regroup at the manor. I don't think this changers will follow us any more. Also, I have a plan to suggest."
Shadow Monday October 20th, 2008 2:23:59 PM
"I say we regroup at the manor to find out if anyone has any better information." Shadow says to Arm. He hopes his companion is in agreement.
Back at the Manor Monday October 20th, 2008 2:39:35 PM
During the next hour everyone makes it back to the manor and start discussing what they have found out.
(OOC: Please formulate your next moves. Thar, I did leave the cost kind of open ended for our DM to determine when she gets back. I hope she gets back soon because I am running out of material she gave me. LOL)
Arm Tuesday October 21st, 2008 5:58:21 AM
Arm nods his agreement to Shadow and heads back with him to the Manor. Once there he awaits the reports of the others and will try to formulate a plan from there.
OOC: Don't worry, we can always play Battleship until our DM gets back...here, I'll start...D-7 ;)
Kadaz Tuesday October 21st, 2008 6:29:04 AM
Kadaz talks to Wynum on the way home. "So what do you think of Plateau City so far? It's a big city with a lot going on. But if you think of it as a number of small places, just close together, it helps a bit."
Wynum Tuesday October 21st, 2008 10:05:24 AM
Encompassing the grand city with a gaze, Wynum responds: "You're right Kadaz, It is indeed small and cramped. I miss the wide dirt streets of my home town. That pavement is so uncomfortable!"
Back at the manor, Wynum listen to the other's inquiries. When everybody's finished, he opens a book and embarks in an explanation.
"I have considered the situation. It seems difficult to find the councilmen, and also we risk alerting some changers of our action, and they may protect themselves, foiling our plan. So I have a suggestion to make.
"We know they know we found these vials. Maybe we could ask Rabbitsfoot to raise the issue during a council meeting: he could explain to the council that he has received the charge of the vials, inform the council of their threat, and tell them he will transfer them to a secure place at some point, insisting on the high level of protection that will be deployed.
"First, this will allow some of us to discreetly follow the suspect councilmen back to their home.
"Second, we can guess they will believe this story - they heard it firsthand from us - and probably attempt to intercept the vials. The hope is that they will commit important resources to that end. We, of course, will set up an ambush to capture many of them.
"Another option is to replace the convoy with an undercover agent or two, responsible to carry fake vials. Then we let the changers steal them and we follow those to their lair."
(OOC: DM, just use the filler trick: "Suddenly, four hooded figures appear in the street... Roll initiative."!)
Edmund Tuesday October 21st, 2008 12:20:15 PM
Once everyone is back, Edmund explains the situation with the 'Diamond of True Seeing' one more time.
"I think such a thing would be of great use--and the more, the better. With Dopplegangers infiltrating every aspect of the city, we need a way to find out who is who."
Kirsten Tuesday October 21st, 2008 1:13:56 PM
"Diamond of True Seeing, huh?" the paladin frowns somewhat. "It sounds expensive, but is no doubt a better alternative to finding out one of our friends is a doppleganger... or worse."
Thar Tuesday October 21st, 2008 1:59:23 PM
Thar listens to the discussion and is intrigued by Ed's suggestion. "That's a great idea Ed. Like Kirsten said, it is expensive. However, she is right that it's the best alternative."
To Wynum, he adds "I like the idea of an ambush, but we need some way to prevent them from using their friends bracelet. That little trick allowed them to get away and I'm not in a mood to let that happen again. Anyway, I still think we need to sell the vials and get rid of them for good. Once the evil is gone, they'll be of little use to the dopplegangers, or so I hope."
Julian (small size) Tuesday October 21st, 2008 9:04:41 PM
Julian listens, and nods where he thinks he should.
"So, you'll tell me who to hit, okay?"
Arm Wednesday October 22nd, 2008 6:18:26 AM
Arm smiles and nods at Wynum's plan, "That sounds like an excellent idea, my friend! As I've said before, we've been on the defensive for too long in this..just waiting around to repel an attack on us. They won't be expecting us to turn the tables on THEM..I'm all for it!".
Shadow Wednesday October 22nd, 2008 9:28:07 AM
Shadow listens intently and can not really think of adding anything to Wynum's plan. "As for the cost of this device that would allow us to make sure of who is who, I for one think it would be worth the expense. Especially if we could offset the cost with the vials, once we know they could be safely sold."
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