Shadow Thursday December 18th, 2008 1:52:47 PM
Shadow, hopefully still in the shadows, will continue to search for the attacker(s) whether it is only one or more.
Only the Shadow knows--DM Nellie Friday December 19th, 2008 12:37:52 AM
With the disturbance over, some of the Order continue to search for the attacker, while some go back to sleep. Edmund bathes the area in Glitterdust, only to confirm what Wynum tells him...there is no invisible attacker nearby. Even Wynum's daylight doesn't reveal anything particularly interesting. It's as if the attacker just disappeared into the shadows. After everyone is fully sure that the threat is dispelled, rest is resumed (with watches, of course!) and the night passes without further incident. Thankfully, all of the spellcasters were able to recover all their spells.
With the first light of dawn beginning to break, the Order rises and prepares for what is surely to be a memorable day. For within mere hours, they will be invading enemy headquarters!!
OOC: I'm sorry everyone...my boy was very ill the last few days.
Edmund (HP: 44/44, AC: 16) Mage Armour Friday December 19th, 2008 2:42:50 AM
"This is asinine!" Edmund declares angrily. "Not only can they appear to be whatever they like, but they can teleport from place to place instantly as well, without having to use such common-or-garden methods as Invisible or Fog Cloud!"
Edmund sits down on the ground with a bump and stuffs his book back into his haversack. "This whole dratted thing is stupid!" he exclaims. "It's someone else's turn to be a pincushion for the omnipotent, omnipresent jackanapes. I've had my fill!"
With that, he pulls his covers over his head and does his best to go to sleep, though his dreams are plagued by fearful imaginings of shadowy figures trying to stab him with daggers.
Arm Friday December 19th, 2008 5:10:18 AM
Arm awakes somewhat refreshed. When the rest of the group is up and about, he says, "Well, let's get this operation started. I fear that, due to last night's encounter, they may already know that we are in the vicinity, so a stealthy attack may no longer be an option.".
Shadow d20+9=29 ; d20+11=26 ; Friday December 19th, 2008 9:33:19 AM
Feeling better since the weakness has left him, and they did discourage the attacker, Shadow will take his watch (the last one). He will get his stuff ready as the group sleeps.
Once the group is ready Shadow will once again move the group to where they were the night before, and he will move along the building to where he can see the warehouse again. If he does not see anyone watching them or watching the building he will move to the side of the warehouse where the window is, that was open. He will then start working his way up the side of the warehouse to the window.
Actions: Spot=29 (nat. 20) Climb=26
Wynum Friday December 19th, 2008 2:02:27 PM
The centaur tries to reason Edmund after the incident. "Well Edmund, I heard nothing*, didn't see nothing, and you weren't harmed in any way, and there was hardly much time for an escape between your scream and now. So you must concur it was but an illusion. Maybe you were abused by lack of sleep and cast spells at the darkness? Or maybe a mishievious illusion was cast upon us?"
Pending his answers, he would add during the walk to the house. "This is quite crucial. If indeed there was an opponent, we are now wallking straight into an ambush, with foes so formidable they made a mockery of our talents!"
Upon reaching the skull temple area, Wynum will stay with the others, instead of going to the castle gate.
(OOC: how are 1-use-per-day items handled in the Wold? Is this a 24h rollover, "refresh at sunrise", or an eight-hours rule of some sort?) * With Listen -2 it's unlikely Wynum heard the foe's muttering...
Thar Friday December 19th, 2008 4:05:09 PM
(OOC = I'm sorry to hear about your boy and we'll keep him in our prayers. What is his name so I'll know who specifically to pray for? Not that God doesn't know who we pray for, but it helps me to have a name to focus on besides "Nellie's son" ;-) )
Waking up refreshed and with a full load of spells, Thar nods in agreement at Arm's astute observation. "Yes, let's stay together and I like the idea of going in through a 2nd story window was, if it is still open. I agree with Wynum that we don't want to walk into an ambush, but somehow we need to roll over it or simply avoid it."
To Ed, he says "Would you mind casting Message again on us, so that we can communicate easily and quietly?"
As the group moves towards the warehouse, he'll take a point position and watch for any threats. (let me know what rolls you need, if any)
Kirsten Friday December 19th, 2008 4:42:15 PM
(OOC - I hope your boy is feeling better! I've been sick the last few days too :( it's that time of year I guess )
The paladin blinks at Thar's words, "Through a window? What about Wynum, I think he may have some issues with climbing..."
She fails to mention that she isn't all that fond of climbing, either. The paladin shrugs, however, and will follow along with the rest of the group once they've made a decision. She'll check her things one last time to make sure she is prepared.
Julian (Small size) AC 22 hp 64 (Mage Armour) Friday December 19th, 2008 6:24:04 PM
"G'morning all. Nice day for a, err, a.... what are our plans. Rush in quickly? wait for signs of movement? I think we should hit them now, and hard."
Julian casts Mage Armour for the day, shared with his familiar.
Ruby Friday December 19th, 2008 7:30:50 PM
Ruby wakes to the last watch as well and though she has thoughts of talking to Shadow, she does not know him that well and is not sure how he really feels about her being here now. So after awhile she falls into her morning daily exercises before the rest of the group wake; her rapier and longdagger making the graceful sweeps, strikes and parries that she has come to use in combat. To some it looks to be just a beautiful dance, but to those that know what they are looking for...it is also deadly.
Once she cleans herself and eats a light breakfast she looks to the group and with a shrug follows along. "Exactly what are we up to?" Noone has filled her in on what job they are doing and she did not think to ask about it last night. She is also not sure how she falls into the group either. Her talents are to tracking, moving along silently and mainly just getting into and out of trouble with the least damage.
As they stop and she listens in on what is being said she frowns. "What is my role with the group?" She has been wondering this for the last few minutes they have been walking. The real question is, will anyone answer her or ask questions of their own.
Arm Monday December 22nd, 2008 6:04:53 AM
Arm takes time to console the apparently distraught Ruby, "Your role, my dear, is the same as all of ours...to use your talents to both vanquish the enemy and to assist the rest of us. Despite our differences, well...difference (casting a withering glance in Ed's direction), in a pinch we all act as one, it seems.".
OOC: Sorry to hear about your son, too...my son had a stomach virus last week, and he was in severe pain from it (I could feel it as well!). Hope he's better now.
Edmund (HP: 44/44, AC: 12) Message Monday December 22nd, 2008 2:18:19 PM
Edmund wakes up and flips through his spell books again.
Just before they leave, he will cast Message on everyone--but not until. (It has an 80min duration.)
Wynum Monday December 22nd, 2008 3:10:35 PM
"Well Ruby, what we need more now is a keen eye. And you said you were on the lookout for evildoers here. That is pretty much what we are doing right now! If our information are right, this building houses captured city council members, who have been replaced by shapechangers. One reason we especially need your help is that they might recognize us, but not you. Plus, bow."
(OOC- last posting chance. I am probably off the 'net until the 27th. Happy holidays y'all!)
Arm Tuesday December 23rd, 2008 6:01:21 AM
Arm nods at Wynum's statement, adding, "Yes, and your owl will probably come in handy to tell the difference.".
OOC: I'll be around tomorrow, but I'll take this time to wish the Brightest Blessings for a Merry Yule (even though it was on the 21st ;) ) to you and yours!
Edmund (HP: 44/44, AC: 16) Message, Mage Armour Wednesday December 24th, 2008 2:39:56 AM
Edmund will also use the time to cast Mage Armour on himself.
"Anything else you can think of?" he asks the others. "Otherwise I'm ready here."
((OOC: Happy Christmas everyone. Apologies for any missed posts over the holiday and through the weekend. I have people coming in from out-of-state and out-of-country and may well forget!))
Arm AC 22 HP 33/33 Wednesday December 24th, 2008 6:00:10 AM
Arm grips his sword hilt firmly and says, "Well, let's go.".
Thar Wednesday December 24th, 2008 9:18:13 AM
Thar nods at Kirsten's observation re: the window and says "You're right. Maybe there is an alternative to that window, but I'm not sure what the best approach is. We'll have to think about that some..."
He listens to the rest of the party explain the situation to Ruby and prepares himself for the upcoming confrontation.
Thar OOC Wednesday December 24th, 2008 9:21:12 AM
(And to all of you, a very Merry Christmas! I hope you all have safe travels in addition! We're supposed to have 3-5" of snow tonight so hopefully I"ll be able to make it to the service. Of course, you can't have a service of the preacher doesn't show up, so I better find a way ;-) Anyway, you all take care!!!)
Nellie Wednesday December 24th, 2008 11:14:57 AM
Guys, my whole family is sick. I've contacted Jerry and am trying to get a sub. I'm really sorry!!
Ruby Monday December 29th, 2008 6:07:06 PM
Nellie - don't let it get to you. I am pretty sure that we all understand and personally, I would be very upset if you did not consider family first. You take care of yours and we will be just fine till then. Prayers always. ~~ JimW
Arm AC 22 HP 33/33 Tuesday December 30th, 2008 6:05:14 AM
Yeah, like Jim said...don't sweat it! I'll check in every day, and resume posting when appropriate. Take care, and best wishes to you and yours.
Shadow Monday January 5th, 2009 9:31:26 AM
I am back from vacation and I hope everyone had a wonderful break and a happy new year!
I hope everything is getting better for you.
Edmund (HP: 44/44, AC: 16) Message, Mage Armour Friday January 9th, 2009 2:06:22 PM
((Any update?))
Julian (Small size) AC 22 hp 64 (Mage Armour) Friday January 9th, 2009 5:07:44 PM
I will be out on holiday next week, with no net access. I don't know if I should organise a sub, or do we just hope that things kick along in Feb. My local group always has Jan off.
Thar OOC Saturday January 10th, 2009 11:20:26 AM
Echoing Ed's questions... What's the latest status...
Arm AC 22 HP 33/33 Monday January 12th, 2009 4:46:51 AM
OOC: I emailed Jerry, but I didn't get a response...I honestly don't know what's going on..
Shadow Monday January 12th, 2009 1:47:52 PM
I got a response from Jerry:
It was the holidays. I talked to Nellie about it today and she is onto things now. I am working on getting her a partner which hopefully will happen before Monday.
So yes, I know about it and yes we're solving the problem. ;)
Thanks for bringing it to my attention! Always do that. ;)
Jerry
Ruby Tuesday January 13th, 2009 11:44:10 PM
Just going to do like the rest and hang out till we know something for sure. Thought that Jerry was already in the loop though or I would have emailed him as well. :(
Knocking on Satan's Front Door Friday January 16th, 2009 1:33:19 PM
Alrighty...I am really sorry about that folks!! We had sickness in the house for about a month! Everyone is better, and I've got a new co-DM, so let's roll!!
Moving things along...
Day breaks in the Druid's section after a eventful night. Everyone is refreshed and all spells are renewed. After a short journey, the enemy headquarters are nearby and no one has noticed any movement. If there is going to be a plan on how to enter the warehouse, now would be the time.
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