(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 0/11 Monday September 19th, 2011 3:00:59 PM
Toregan sighs in relief when the guards arrive and puts away his bow. "So that Mr.Bas is a member of a gang? Well, then we should definately get to cthonia as soon as possible. They'll probably be looking for us now." Toregan sits down at the table he was previously at and keeps to himself, seeing the rest of his group not in risk of death at the current moment. When Leonan speaks up, Toregan lets out small chuckle. "You don't want to go there now? Why not? The orc never said he would be there, but I do so hope that he is. We did not know what to make of him this time, and so he had the advantage. But that advantage lasted for this time only. Besides, now we see exactly what we need to protect the Trading Post from." Toregan relaxes in his chair after he finishes talking, though his eyes constantly dart over to the door and any windows near the entrance of the tavern. "That being said, right now we do not have anywhere near to experience to deal with a man like that right now. So to Cthonia we should go, to gain that experience and make sure hat Mr.Bas can never bother anyone again."
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 Monday September 19th, 2011 5:52:39 PM
Henrix hands the officer the parchment. On it is an accurate (though far from succinct) account, written in the neat cursive of a professional scribe and the long-winded prose of a practiced scholar. As the officer reads it Henrix experiences a brief empathic moment of relief as Heckle meets Poe and then another burst of joy as the birds reunite with Tack. This calms his fears about the plucky halfling. He patiently awaits the officer's response. He seems, as usual, unwilling to comment on the conversation at hand, but a careful observer would note that he seems unhappy with Leonan's analysis, while his face betrays respect for the ranger. Noting this minor slip, he wonders if the shared traumatic experience has made him more willing to socialize with his companions. I had better continue to keep a check on my emotions. Unnecessary verbal expression would only be detrimental...
Heckle talks their ears off as they hurry back to the Message in a Bottle, even at one point singing to himself, "We're off to see the wizard, the wonderful wizard..."
Highlight to display spoiler: { DM Stuff: Ongoing Effects: Prestidigitation on staff (1 hr, constantly renewed) Charm Person on lackey (under 1 hr remaining) - last asked to "leave the tavern now" Spell-like Abilities: Telekinetic Fist: 7/7 Spells Prepared: Cantrips: Detect Magic, Mage Hand, Prestidigitation 1: Magic Weapon* *school slot }
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 9/15 Tuesday September 20th, 2011 1:17:22 AM
The minotaur has taken off his shirt and is using it to towel off his head. The effect on his fur makes his head look like a scarred, horned Pomeranian. "We need to find a countermaterial to that blinding powder of his. The books never described the stuff as so potent....I couldn't see anything at all. He says he has shipments from Cthonia. Might be as we can find the countermaterials there."
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 0/13 Tuesday September 20th, 2011 3:47:18 AM "I'm not arguing with anybody. I just want to go home. This adventuring business is obviously way out of my league. I've never really been good at anything I've done. I thought fighting for a living was going to be my niche, but I just got crippled by an unarmed man in less time than it would take to sneeze."
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 1/8 Tuesday September 20th, 2011 11:45:33 AM
Wheezing with the pain of his pulped face, Yngvar nods in sympathy with Leonan, at least he thinks it's Leonan, with one eye swollen shut, and the other crusted with dried blood he isn't too sure.
"They came in and started talking about making a business deal. We didn't know who they were. I asked for more information, and responded to his invitation to negotiate. Unfortunately he didn't want to verbally negotiate."
Yngvar raises a mug of ale and slowly sips from the mug between breath's.
(Corey) Tack Greenword AC 14/14/11 -- CMD 11 -- HP 12/12 -- Spells 2/0/0/0/0/0/0/0/0 Tuesday September 20th, 2011 3:57:27 PM
Meeting with Henrix halfway to the Bottle, Tack says laughingly: "Actually, I've never been to Oz, but I hear it's my kind of place!"
He pulls two coffee beans from his pack and hands them to Poe and Heckle.
"Where are the others? The sooner we get out of this town, the better, I say!"
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 1/8 Wednesday September 21st, 2011 11:37:17 AM
Yngvar tries to stand up, his head starts to spin, his vision goes blurry, and he drops back into the chair, holding the table white knucnkled while he waits for the dizziness to stop. Through the wheezing of his still broken nose, he moans "I don't think I'm going anywhere soon."
The Floating City Agressive Negotiations Aftermath Wednesday September 21st, 2011 11:41:12 AM
The guard review the journal and then ask several party members for thier account of what happened. The men are interested, but nervous at the mention of Mr. Bas. After speaking with the party the pair move to talk with several other patrons still in the Tavern.
Tack returns and the group as a whole discuss the Trading Post, the offer of Mr. Randolph and the ramifications of what just transpired on that operation. Leonan is nervous perhaps a bit scared, this whole be an adventurer idea might be just simply more than he bargained for. Toregan feels that Mr Bas and his 'associates' are precisely the reason to take the Cthonia position. Mr Bas is in Floating City, Cthonia is the wilds and nearly 2 weeks away. City scum like him will not likely be going into the sticks. tack too is all for gettin out of the City, the sooner the better and hopefully tomorrow at first light is soon enough. Meranus's main concern seems to be the blinding powder that was somehow introduced. 100% effective and introduced into the combat without him seeing how or by whom, though the logical candidate was Mr. Bas or rather one of the cowardly human thugs with him.
The guardsmen never come back around to the group, but after speaking with about 5 patrons over the course of an hour, they exit. the guardsman who went to speak with the barkeep, headed into the back after about 20 minutes and never returned. The tavern is nearly empty now save the party themselves, the barkeep and 2 servers who are straightening up. The hour is getting late
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 0/11 d20+3=12 ; Wednesday September 21st, 2011 12:46:46 PM Before the time skip Toregan scoffs at Leonan's last comment. "I doubt that he really unarmed. No one, except for those monastary types, can hit that hard with their fists alone. I bet he had some sort of magical enhancement on him, most likely Bulls Strength, or even an Amulet of Might. In any case kid, staying here with the orc might not be the best idea." Toregan notices the guard nervousness at the mention of Mr.Bas. "Mr.Bas must be quite an influential character here. Have I ever heard of him? Or, that gang he's with? You'd think I would, I've been here for some time...."
After Noticing that the tavern seems to be closing up, toregan gets the gear he has with him and heads up to his room. Stopping near the stairs/door/hall to his room, Toregan turns back to the group. "We might want to set a watch. Mr.Bas might be back, and if that happens, we'll probably end up in an even worse state than before. I'll take the first shift if no one objects." If someone does want it, he'll shrug and take the shift after that. other than that, he'll try to rest his bruised and battered skull and get some sleep.
(And if it might seem kinda OOC for Toregan to know the names of those magic items, he does have a +7 in spellcraft)
Knowledge: Local (Untrained) +3: 12 (Eh, it works)
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 0/13 Wednesday September 21st, 2011 8:08:17 PM
Leonan retires for the evening; he's too crippled to make a run for it. And he wants to think about the ramifications of what Toregan told him about the magic mumbo-jumbo.
(Any healing over the night or no?)
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 Wednesday September 21st, 2011 9:12:05 PM "We shouldn't even be at this inn..."
Nonetheless Henrix likewise returns to his room. If the party decides on watches, he will take one of the last ones, since he'll be up at dawn to prepare spells anyway.
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 9/15 Thursday September 22nd, 2011 12:43:18 AM
The city seems more dangerous than the wilds he crossed with Yngvar and Toregan. The watch seems appropriate. Meranus volunteers for the first shift.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 1/8 Thursday September 22nd, 2011 2:41:04 PM
In no condition to do much of anything, Yngvar retires for the evening.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 1/8 Friday September 23rd, 2011 11:32:48 AM
With a crushed nose, Yngvar's sleep was restless, he orders a light breakfast up to his room and sleeps in.
The Floating City A New Day Dawns Friday September 23rd, 2011 12:16:32 PM
The group as a whole retires to thier respective rooms. A watch is suggested and taken up by several in shifts in the upper hall of the tavern. Quite soon the tavern is dark and quiet. The fire in the common room burns as a low pile of mbers, spreading a red glow and deep shadows through out the lower level. The long night though passes without incident or interruption. All wounded PC's gain 1 HP XP All PC's receive 636XP
First light breaks through from the east and a large cross bar can be heard sliding away from the door downstairs. Soon noise from the kitchen is heard as well and logs thump and crack into the fire of the Common room
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 1/13 Friday September 23rd, 2011 3:35:20 PM
(Leonan gains 1 hp, which gives him a total of 1 hp)
Leonan has all his bags packed and ready to go. But his planned destination isn't Cthonia. Cthonia is what got him involved with this Bas guy, what nearly got him killed by someone whose very minions can afford the kind of magic that Toregan described. Leonan is sure Bas and his crew is in a league well above himself; this Cthonia business was too dangerous for Leonan. If Bas' effort was designed to intimidate them from working for the guild in Cthonia then it was clearly successful.
Leonan heads downstairs, still bruised, beaten, and wiser from the brief encounter with Bas the night previous.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 1/11 Friday September 23rd, 2011 4:22:27 PM
Toregan wakes up with the dawn and gets up slowly as to not awaken his headache. A good nights sleep had helped, but he still feels a little woozy. He gets his gear together, sheathing his weapons on his belt, his bow on his shoulder, but keeping his pack at his side. He brings down all of his gear and sees that Leonan is already down. Toregan approaches Leonan and holds out his hand, as if for a handshake. "Kid, if you don't want to go with us we won't force you. You didn't sign or swear anything, so no one else can force you either. But you'd be a real help over there. You were probably one of the smarter ones in that fight. You saw we were outmatched, and its much better to surrender and live than fight and die, even if it hurts ones pride. If you're heading out though, I wish you luck."
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 Friday September 23rd, 2011 6:31:40 PM
After preparing spells, Henrix decides not to spend more precious time making scrolls. He likewise gathers his things and his sack, slinging it it over his shoulder. He is relatively unconcerned by Leonan's apparent decision to leave, though he could perhaps be coaxed into charming the former squire.
Heckle, for his part, looks for the minotaur with mischievious beady eyes.
(Corey) Tack Greenword AC 14/14/11 -- CMD 11 -- HP 12/12 -- Spells 5/0/0/0/0/0/0/0/0 d20+5=6 ; Saturday September 24th, 2011 2:38:41 AM
For his part, Tack can be found downstairs halfheartedly drinking a cup of coffee. The same blend as yesterday. Yay. Before he has to collect Emergency Rations (his Donkey's name, if you've forgotten) and leave, he will attempt to find out if there have been any criminal reports since yesterday. You know, just in case Bas and his friends decided to get up to some arson or something.
(( Gather Information = 6, worst possible result ))
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 10/15 Sunday September 25th, 2011 9:56:49 PM
Meranus is already waiting by the front door. He alternates between casting annoyed glances at his late party members and worried glances out the window, watching for Bas.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 2/8 Monday September 26th, 2011 12:04:25 PM
Yngvar slowly steps down the stairs, one hand gripping the railing, the other dragging his back pack. Every step or two he bangs his shoulder into the wall and slides down to the next step.
Blinking a bleary, sleep deprived eye around the inn, seeing some of the previous day's companions, Yngvar stumbles over and settles himself into a chair.
Waving a barmaid over he mumbles out a request for hot chocolate and a bowl of boiling water.
'Morning, I think. when the bowl of water arrives, he drapes a small towel over his head and holds his head over the steam. From under the towel he manages to gasp out are we committed to embarking on this ill-fated expedition after yesterday's fallacies?
Zach R (DM) Monday September 26th, 2011 8:26:18 PM
The tavern is serving breakfast to a large variety of patrons. As everyone makes their way downstairs, Artrius is waiting, hands behind his back. If you would, please meet Mr. Randolph at the Wayfinders Guild shortly after breakfast."
If no further questions are asked he will leave after everyone is informed.
No one pays Tack any attention as he attempts to gather information.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 2/8 Tuesday September 27th, 2011 11:29:02 AM
Yngvar tilts his head up from the bowl of steam to give the messenger a bleary eyed look, if we please, aye we please.
Yngvar sighs and pulls the towel off his head and gingerly prods his broken nose, wincing at the sharp pains. He raises a hand and waves it in the general direction of the innkeeper, please call a carriage for my associates and myself, and thank you for the hospitality.
Yngvar slowly drinks the remainder of his cooling chocolate, and gently rests his head on his arms. Soft snores are soon heard while he waits for the carriage.
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 10/15 Tuesday September 27th, 2011 5:07:51 PM
Meranus snorts. "About time."
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 1/11 Tuesday September 27th, 2011 6:26:25 PM
Toregan orders whatever the tavern happens to be serving at the moment and eats slowly, savoring what may be his last hot meal for quite some time. After all, it never hurts to be cautious. He then waits for the rest of the party to awaken and prepare before leaving for the Wayfarer's Guild.
Zach R (DM) Tuesday September 27th, 2011 8:33:08 PM
The tavern keep gives an annoyed look but sends a messenger boy to round up a carriage for the group.
It takes about 30 minutes, but soon the carriage has arrived with room for eight. The Driver, an old man, hunched over with white, whispy hair steps down lowers the steps and opens the door to the coach. "To the Wayfinders Guild?"
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 Tuesday September 27th, 2011 10:02:58 PM
Henrix eats quietly and spends the last half hour casually perusing his notes, though he and Heckle both keep a sharp eye on the door. He follows the rest of the party when they leave, whether by carriage or some other method.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 1/11 Wednesday September 28th, 2011 8:16:40 AM
Toregan nods at the driver and climbs into the carriage.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 2/8 Wednesday September 28th, 2011 5:02:07 PM
Yngvar notices that they have been riding in the carriage for a while, I could swear that we have been heading towards that tall spire for quite a while now, it doesn't seem to be getting any closer...
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 1/13 Wednesday September 28th, 2011 8:05:55 PM
Leonan follows along with the carriage; he's tending a mule and has too much gear to really fit in there. He's got some serious issues he wants to deal with Randolph before they go anywhere. Issues about Bas and his men.
Zach R (DM) Wednesday September 28th, 2011 9:12:52 PM
The trip to the Wayfarer's Guild is quick and passes without incident. A large "C" shaped mansion guild house is visible at the end of Treelight Lane. The carriage stops and the elderly driver opens the door and offers a courteous bow.
Artrius Myphcim the wayfinder you met yesterday at your second meeting with Mr. Randolph is waiting at the gate. "Mr. Randolph sent word, he will late. If you will follow me though, we can get you all signed into the ledgers at the guild house while we wait."
He then begins speaking of his numerous trips to the Cthonia Trading Post and sounds rather excited to be making the trip again. "Can't wait to have a sampling of Bast's (not to be confused with Bas) latest brew. Wonder what it will be? Oh and Gazzy, can't wait to see that sweet girl again."
Once at the guildhouse, a butler comes around asking everyone to sign the ledger.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 1/11 Wednesday September 28th, 2011 10:23:20 PM
Toregan listens intently to Artrius, absorbing all the information he can. [i]"From what I've learned, the stuff brewed in these lands has much better flavor than the stuff back at my tribe. I'm eager to see what this man has brewed." When the butler begins to pass around the ledger, Toregan signs it quickly, glad that he took it upon himself to learn Common in both speech and written form.
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 10/15 Thursday September 29th, 2011 2:33:01 AM
Meranus absently writes his name as the ledger is passed by, not giving the words a glance. He is much more interested in the presence of a brewmaster at the camp. [b]"Tell me of this Bast. What sorts of spirits does he create?"
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 Thursday September 29th, 2011 6:42:38 AM
Henrix peruses the ledger carefully before signing his name in what seems to be a very practiced flourish, listening to Artrius with interest but suspicious as always.
Heckle laughs his grating laugh. "Listen to him! Fat-scar is going to drink it all before the rest of you get a chance!"
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 2/8 Thursday September 29th, 2011 11:06:49 AM
Yngvar passes on the ledger "I'd like to know what I'm signing for before I make any more commitments to this... endeavor."
Yngvar gently settles himself into a chair, settling his pack on the floor beside him with a sigh of relief.
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 1/13 Thursday September 29th, 2011 3:26:57 PM
Leonan passes on the ledger too. "I have some pressing issues to deal with Mr. Randolph before I can sign anything as well. We were assaulted last night because of our association with him, and I require assurances that he will see to it that it doesn't happen again."
Zach R (DM) 2d6=3 ; 2d6=2 ; 2d6=3 ; Friday September 30th, 2011 1:48:47 PM
Artrius gasps and puts his hand over his mouth. "My word, I was wondering why you all looked so under the weather. You there... novice, go fetch the maester and have him heal our friends up right away. Do you know who assaulted you? Wait, and it's because of association with Mr. Randolph? In all my years of dealing with Mr. Randolph I've never heard of anything such as this."
The novice returns with a maester. "If you will all please gather around. Huh, didn't work quite as well as usual, but you will all be a little better off." With that he lets several waves of healing wash over you healing everyone for 8 points of damage.
Artrius continues once the maester has left. "The ledgers are just protocol that is enforced by the city. We must keep track of how much business we do, so we can pay the proper amount of taxes to the city."
"Bast? Oh quite talented if I do say so myself. He makes some of the finests ale, beer, wine, and spirits I've ever tasted. He runs the tavern in Cthonia. And sweet Gazzy, never has one seen such a beautiful girl. She works at the tavern as well."
Artrius continues on for a few minutes before another novice approaches with a sealed letter in his hand. Artrius takes the letter from the novice, opens the seal and reads it. "This is from Mr. Randolph, it reads, "Artrius, please inform our adventurers that I will be unable to travel with you to the Cthonia Trading Post as originally planned. I have pressing business to attend here in Floating City. I will however make the trip to check in with you several days hence. Randolph."
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 Friday September 30th, 2011 3:41:12 PM "So he is a winemaker. I wonder...." A thousand-yard stare settles onto the taur's scarred face.
OoC: That is some of the worst rolling I've ever seen at D20. Wow.
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 Sunday October 2nd, 2011 12:55:04 PM
Henrix pulls out his book and a pen and meticulously records the discussion for later reference.
OOC: That was 6d6 = 8. I've seen a 9d6 fireball deal 11.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 Sunday October 2nd, 2011 7:37:17 PM
Toregan stretches his muscles as the healing waves wash over him, removing most of his headache. He is content to simply listen to the others conversations, not really caring much that their benefactor had delayed his own departure for the city. "A man such as he must have a great many deals to broker and other such things to manage. Something must have come up for him. Ah well, at least this will give us a chance to see the settlement before any real work comes our way."
ooc: Might be a little hectic posting on my side for awhile. My comp is infected with a bug and needs to be fixed so my laptop has to do all the work. Internet on my laptop is tricky though, so I may not be able to post some days. Just a heads up. Also, three ones on a d20 in a row followed by a nat 20 with min damage.
Zach R (DM) Monday October 3rd, 2011 8:04:43 AM
Artrius scratches his chin for a moment, "I know you wished to speak to Randolph about your unfortunate events last night, but perhaps we should go to the trading post and await his arrival there? I will be able to teleport the lot of us. We can be sipping wine in Cthonia within an hour."
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 2/8 Monday October 3rd, 2011 11:53:19 AM Why do I have this sinking feeling that this will only be another ambush?
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 Monday October 3rd, 2011 11:09:06 PM
Meranus still has the same stare on his face.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 Tuesday October 4th, 2011 7:17:16 AM "Now Ygnvar, if it is another ambush we are expecting it, taking away their element of surprise and making it no longer an ambush. So there's no worrying about it. Besides, at least in the town we would have more allies than enemies."
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 1/13 Tuesday October 4th, 2011 9:09:39 AM "I'm still not recovered from the last ambush, despite the healing magic offered to us. I'll come with you to Cthonia for now, but if we all die terribly at the hands of Bas' men, I'll be very ... very ... upset." Leonan says, completely seriously.
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/13 Tuesday October 4th, 2011 9:10:33 AM
(forgot to update HP)
Zach R (DM) Tuesday October 4th, 2011 9:46:09 AM
Hearing no disagreement Artrius will continue. "In my numerous travels to Cthonia, I've never run into this Bas fellow. Besides, we are teleporting there. If you will all sign the ledger, we'll go ahead and make our way to the teleporter."
When everyone has signed the ledger Artrius leads you all to the Ring Gateway. You see a large circular apparatus that is more horizontal that vertical. There are two journeyman guild members standing by a podium when you arrive. They immediately greet you and check your paperwork. They ask where you are traveling and how long you expect to be. Artrius rolls his eyes and answers as his two juniors follow protocol. After checking the guild seal signed paperwork, the journeymen instruct you to stand inside the circular Teucri Device. Highlight to display spoiler: {(Think Stargate Rings used to transport within a buidling. Another way to look at is is a "transport" pad like in Star Trek with a floating "horizontal" ring that floats in the air, some 20' around carved with symbols and glyphs.)}
Please stand here and do not move, until the sequence is over. You may experience mild disorientation upon arrival. This is normal. states the first journeyman as he and his counterpart he back to the podium.
Artrius speaks up, "You think of it as... going to sea for the first time. It takes a bit of practice to get your sealegs. Alright, is everyone ready?"
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 2/8 Tuesday October 4th, 2011 1:52:56 PM
Yngvar rolls his eyes and finds a spot near the middle of the ring, he will stand facing out in a direction not viewed by his companions. He snugs down the straps on his pack, and keeps one hand on his crossbow, ready to bring it to bear if this is not as simple as Artrius portrays it to be.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 Tuesday October 4th, 2011 2:11:40 PM
Toregan also moves towards the middle of the ring, and faces the opposite direction as Yngvar. He then moves his bow off his shoulder and pulls lightly on the string, before pulling out an arrow and nocking it on the bowstring. No surprises this time. We can deal with them. They caught us off guard. That won't happen again."
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 d20+5=25 ; d20+8=22 ; d20+2=8 ; d20-1=12 ; Tuesday October 4th, 2011 4:49:54 PM
Henrix silently questions his motives for this venture as he walks into the ring, trying to determine whether Artrius is lying. He glances at Tack, thinking that the whole affair is very suspicious and wondering if trusting Randolph and Artrius and heading off to Cthonia is really the best way to be safe from Bas. He also studies the ring, using his magical knowledge to try to determine if it is indeed a teleportation device.
Meanwhile, Heckle restrains himself and also examines Artrius and the teleporter from his perch on the wizard's shoulder, though he seems bored and restless.
DM Stuff Rolls Henrix Sense Motive on Artrius: 25 Henrix Knowledge (Arcana) or Spellcraft (both +8): 22 Heckle Sense Motive on Artrius: 8 Heckle Knowledge (Arcana) or Spellcraft (both -1): 12 Highlight to display spoiler: { Ongoing Effects: Prestidigitation on staff (1 hr, constantly renewed) Spell-like Abilities: Telekinetic Fist: 7/7 Spells Prepared: Cantrips: Detect Magic, Mage Hand, Prestidigitation 1: Charm Person, Summon Monster I, Enlarge Person* *school slot }
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 Tuesday October 4th, 2011 11:16:58 PM
Meranus still has the same absent look on his face. If a pen is put into his hand and the ledger is in front of him, he will sign it, his attention still elsewhere. Not moving is not a problem.
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/13 Wednesday October 5th, 2011 8:50:59 AM
Leonan hobbles into the appropriate area, leading his mule.
He then takes a cue from Toregan and readies sword and shield.
Zach R (DM) Wednesday October 5th, 2011 9:08:30 AM
As everyone steps to the center of the device, Henrix casts an inquisitive eye towards Artrius. You can't help but think he is being completely honest. Either he is an extremely good liar, as in, the best, or he is being completely honest.
The group waits inside the device admiring the architecture and curious how it operates.
Artrius approaches from the podium. "Alright, once I enter, they will initiate the sequence. We will find ou..." As Artrius enters the circle, green light encompasses the perimeter of the device. A slow humming sound is heard. Artrius grunts in pain, apparently caught by the device. As the sound grows louder and the light grows brighter, Artrius' grunts turn to a blood-curdling scream as he is somehow caught in the green barrier.
Artrius reaches out a hand towards you in the center of the the device.
Reflex DC 10 to grab Artrius' outstretched hand. Only one person needs to make the Reflex save. Same person makes a Strength check. Everyone else makes Aid another checks.
On a different note.
Great news! The APG will go live on Monday. You can leave your character the same. Add just two traits, one standard and one Woldian, or two Woldian. Or you can use an archetype, or change class. Go Wild or Go Mild. Just remember, send any proposed changes to me and CC Rob, Cayzle, Jerry, or SteveK. If you have any questions just ask."
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 2/8 d20+9=16 ; Wednesday October 5th, 2011 1:05:19 PM
Highlight to display spoiler: {I'd like to take Lore Seeker from pg 331 of the APG as my first trait. It fits Yngvar as both a wizard, and his existing background. For the Wold trait, I'm torn between Cosmopolitan, he did grow up in Plateau City, Human Adaptability, or Jancassis the Hunter, as he plans to go into the Avenger prestige class.}
Hearing the grunts and screams behind him, Yngvar raises his crossbow, and keeps it pointed outward, he risks a quick peak over his shoulder and realizes there is nothing he can do for Artrius.
"Meranus! Grab him!" Yngvar turns and remains vigilant in front of him, staring at the green light that now encircles them.
[ooc]Spellcraft to identify the green light[/ooc]
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 d20+6=16 ; d20+2=11 ; d20+2=18 ; Wednesday October 5th, 2011 1:50:04 PM
Toregan sees Artrius become trapped in the green light and lunges at his outstretched hand, managing to grab on hold it. He then pulls the Wayfarer with all his might and cries out the the others, "Help him!"
Reflex save (+6): 16 (Success) Strength check (+2): 11 (If the DC for the strength check is the same as the Reflex, than I'm keeping it. If not, or you're not telling us for DM purposes, then I'm spending a Hero Point for Reroll) Reroll Strength (+2): 18
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 d20+7=24 ; Wednesday October 5th, 2011 1:55:32 PM
OOC: Forgot to put down spellcraft check to identify green light. I wish that firefox didnt crash and eat my first post. Spellcraft (+7): 24
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 d20=2 ; d20+4=7 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 12:56:42 AM
Roused from visions of brewing glory by Yngvar's yell, Meranus looks at the scene before him and immediately grabs at Toregan... and misses, his depth perception apparently foiled by the pretty illusion. With a surge of determination, Meranus grabs one more time...without success.
(OoC: First strength check to aid another: 2+4=6. Using a hero point to reroll: 3+4=7. Oy.)
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 d20-1=16 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 6:26:36 AM
Henrix is staring at the green light holding the Wayfarer, completely perpelexed, his mouth open and his hand raised as if to cast a spell. It takes a moment for him to get over his self-induced stun before he too grabs onto Toregan and pulls with all his might.
Heckle squawks and flutters his wings to retain his balance.
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/13 d20+5=11 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 9:14:57 AM
Leonan drops his sword and lends a hand in the tug of war against UNSEEN FORCES!
(Strength check for Aid Another: 11!)
Zach R (DM) Thursday October 6th, 2011 2:42:29 PM
The group tugs and pulls at Artrius who is screaming in agony, but he is firmly held by the green light.
Yngvar and Toregan OnlyHighlight to display spoiler: {You can tell the green field of light is part of the magic that operates the device and is normal. It should function as a teleport spell. However Artrius being caught in the spell is certainly not normal and could have catastrophic consequences.}
The gateway begins to expand pulling Artrius in two directions--literally. Sparks fly from the Teucri The Sigils begin to actually moan and move as snakes. Feedback tears into the podiums, the other Wayfarer guild members cry out in pain. The green barrier starts to become opaque. It seems to be forever, that you all desperately pull on Artrius to yank him into the gate.
Then the air within the 'bubble' is violently wrenched out, your lungs feel as if they have collapsed in the vacuum escaping rush.
Everyone give me a Constitution Check (not Fort Save.)
If you get a 15 or above only Highlight to display spoiler: {The concussion is painful but has no other effect.} If you get below a 15 only Highlight to display spoiler: {The concussion is violent enough to knock you unconscious for 1d4 rounds.}
The sigils, writhing like crazy, turn yellow hot and one and then another until finally as a chain reaction...they explode!!!
Artrius is still stuck in the green barrier, though after the explosion he is unconscious. Is he dead, or is he unconscious? This may be your last chance to save him.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 8/8 d20+2=17 ; d20=18 ; d20-1=9 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 3:04:00 PM
Yngvar grimaces, and can't hold back a low moan. Barely remaining on his feet, he turns to check out his companions.
Seeing Artrius dangling in the field, Yngvar sighs and moves over to lend a hand, after checking if Artrius still lives. Seeing that he is still breathing, Yngvar grabs his tunic and unsuccessfully tries to pull him the rest of the way through.
(OOC:Rolls in order, constitution, then heal, then strength)
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 d20+1=4 ; d20-1=0 ; d4=4 ; d4=4 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 3:19:03 PM
Henrix and the raven collapse in a heap.
(Corey) Tack Greenword AC 14/14/11 -- CMD 11 -- HP 12/12 -- Spells 5/0/0/0/0/0/0/0/0 d20+2=7 ; d4=3 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 3:26:13 PM
Tack and the other raven follow suit, landing on Henrix in a comical pose.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 d20+1=19 ; d20+2=22 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 4:48:01 PM
Toregan gags and clutches at his chest when the shockwave hit, though he is quite tough enough to brush off the pain. Toregan looks at the circle with dread, knowing that Artrius is stuck in a fully functional teleportation circle which could tear him in half. Then he notices the sigils, and shields his eyes from the flash of the explosion. Seeing that Artrius is, miraculously, still in one piece, Toregan bolts into action. Grabbing one side of Artrius' body, he calls out to Leonan and Meranus, "Songsteel! Stormhorn! Grab him and pull! We don't have much time! The portal is still working, it'll rip him in half!" With that, Toregan again tries to tear Artrius out from the portal, this time with all the force he can muster.
Con check (+1): 19 Strength check (+2): 22 (Nat 20) (I am glad I took the Trustworthy trait, because I am dead certain that that is why I am doing so well with trying to save this guy. The roller itself realizes this is what Toregan would do.)
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 d20=13 ; d20=17 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 5:47:47 PM
The pain brings everything into focus, and Meranus finally latches a hand onto the imperiled ranger. With a mighty heave, he pulls back, putting all his weight into the tug agaisnt...something he'll figure out later.
(OoC: Con check: 13+3=16 Str check to aid: 17+4=21)
Welcome to Cthonia [Zach R] Thursday October 6th, 2011 9:32:50 PM
Henrix, Tack and their familiars hit the dirt.
Toregan Meranus and Ynvgar tug and pull are are able to free Artrius, his body hitting the ground.
As he does so the Open Air Level at the Ring gate disappears in a blinding green flash.
With a hiss of steam you arrive in the middle of a dense jungle.
Fort Saves:
For the three still conscious. 15 or Better and nothing happens. 15 and below only Highlight to display spoiler: { Failure Condition sickened 3d4 rounds.}
The Cthonia Trading Post is nowhere in site and lying in twisted agony is poor Artrius Myphcim.
Ynvgar can tell that Artrius is alive, though barely. He is critical yet, somewhat stable condition. Both legs are shattered and he has massive trauma to his abdomen.
OOC: Two posts in a day... don't get used to it. =)
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 d20+3=21 ; d20+7=27 ; d20+7=14 ; d20+5=24 ; d20+5=17 ; Thursday October 6th, 2011 10:10:10 PM
Toregan manages to complete the teleport with no ill affects on his body. Looking over Artrius, Toregan can tell that if he is alive, he is in no condition to be moved. "If anyone has a healer's kit, you should probably use it to help Artrius if he's still alive. I'm going to look around the area, see what I can find." Toregan then looks around the drop zone for any notable features other than generic jungle, as well as any tracks that may be around and some food and fresh water sources. He also orients himself to where north is due to his skill in surviving in the wilds. Fort Save (+3): 21 Knowledge Geography and Nature (+7): 27 and 14 Perception (+5): 24 Survival (+5): 17 Trained in Survival: Can automatically discern true north in relation to self.
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 8/8 d20+1=13 ; 3d4=9 ; Friday October 7th, 2011 2:39:48 AM
Yngvar releases Artrius' hand and drops to his knees, as waves of nausea roll over him from the botched teleport.
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 d20+3=21 ; d20+2=19 ; Friday October 7th, 2011 4:24:30 AM
Blinking at the suddenly new location and the pile of concussed birds and charlatans, Meranus mumbles, "Huh. I wonder how long I was out." After Toregan departs, Meranus walks over to the pile and crouches by them, keeping a watch on the jungle. Whoever knocked the group out and dragged them all the way here, they obviously had some reason to choose this spot.
(OoC: Fort save: 21 Perception: 19)
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/13 d20+2=20 ; d20+4=20 ; Friday October 7th, 2011 10:34:07 AM
Leonan struggles to stay conscious after the impact of the first explosion.
(Con Check to resist Unconsciousness: 20)
Then he lends a hand to Toregan to pull Artrius out of the green energy field.
As they arrive at their destination, an uneasy feeling settles in the pit of his stomach.
(Fort Save to resist Sickened: 20)
Leonan cautiously picks up his sword and, assuming there are no immediate dangers, he sheaths it. He crouches down by the fallen people and checks them to make sure none of them are choking on their own tongues, or vomit, or whatever. They have the pleasure of having Leonan's finger shoved into their slimy mouths in the process.
He decides to keep his thoughts about this situation to himself, going about the task in stark silence. For some reason, he doesn't think Meranus would be a sympathetic listener.
Welcome to Cthonia [Zach R] Friday October 7th, 2011 4:45:16 PM
The jungle is thick and dense. Massive ferns and monkey pod trees extend as far as the eye can see. Massive insect life, exotic birds and movement all through the trees high above. Canopy begins about 100' and is 150' thick before the sky is reached about 250' above the jungle floor. Through a small crack in the canopy a mesa can be seen, hopefully it is where the Trading Post is. Mr Randolph said it was located on a mesa overlooking the sea. With your survival skills you think it is 2-3 days walk from here.
Artrius remains unconscious and mangled on the ground.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 d20+5=13 ; Friday October 7th, 2011 5:44:04 PM
Toregan notes the location of of this mesa in his head and heads back to the group. First looking at Tack, Henrix and their birds and seeing that they're alright, he then gets to work on Artrius. "I've got some training in medicine, so I should be able to help Artrius recover. Also, while I was scouting I saw a large mesa, like the one Mr.Randolf said the trading post would be on, about 2-3 days from here. However, with Artrius in this condition, we'll have a hard time moving anywhere. What do you guys think?"
Heal Check (+5) for Long Term Care: 13
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 Friday October 7th, 2011 5:48:05 PM
Henrix blinks several times. Tack and the ravens seem to be unconscious on his legs. A minotaur stands guard over them. All around them is endless jungle.
(Corey) Tack Greenword AC 14/14/11 -- CMD 11 -- HP 12/12 -- Spells 5/0/0/0/0/0/0/0/0 d20+6=24 ; Sunday October 9th, 2011 11:57:17 AM
Tack rolls off of Henrix, landing on his back and sitting up to look around. He's not often at a loss for words, but for the moment he just tries to figure out whether he's on the best psychedelic EVER or if something else happened.
Knowledge: Arcana = 24
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/13 Sunday October 9th, 2011 8:07:25 PM "Maybe someone could try whipping up a litter or travois or something of that kind to drag Artrius behind my mule. If you think that's a good idea. It would probably be better than me carrying him the whole way." Then he adds, "I feel like manure also. I need a few more days to rest up after the beatdown that Bas and his men gave us. As soon as we get to wherever it is we're going, of course."
Leonan draws his sword and stands watch while they all do whatever it is they're going to do to get them somewhere safe.
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 Sunday October 9th, 2011 10:18:58 PM
Meranus looks around at the group. "I could just carry him. He doesn't look too heavy... I should just be able to sling him over my shoulders."
Welcome to Cthonia [Zach R] Monday October 10th, 2011 9:50:41 AM
The group debates building a litter and carrying Artrius yet no one makes a decision.
Give me Perception checks.
(Sean) Toregan Dondarin AC 17/14/13 -- CMD 17 -- HP 9/11 d20+5=17 ; Monday October 10th, 2011 10:13:58 AM
Toregan nods his head at Leonan's idea. " A litter could work. Just carrying him on our backs might make his condition worse. Unfortunately, my expertise is crafting lies more towards the production of leather goods, so I'm not sure how much use I would be in making one. I could give it a try though." Throughout the conversation Toregan keeps on his guard, carefully listening for any odd sounds and glancing around as to catch sight of any suspicious movements.
Perception (+5): 17
(Andrew) Henrix Sharpsword AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 11 -- HP 10/10 d20+5=24 ; d20+6=25 ; d20+8=11 ; Monday October 10th, 2011 1:11:32 PM
Henrix straightens his robes while Heckle mutters angrily and returns to his perch on the wizard's shoulder. The pair stands near Meranus as they listen silently to the conversation at hand. Henrix also winces at Artrius, wishing he were further along in his studies of divine magic so that he might help the man and marvelling at their stroke of bad luck so far. One can only hope that this idiotic venture will inspire my arcane studies. He gives Tack a glare, making it very clear to his childhood friend that he blames the halfling for the whole situation (despite the fact that he himself was also perfectly willing to go along with the deal and come to Cthonia).
Henrix recognizes that he does not know any magic to help with the problem of carrying Artrius and so stops paying attention. He begins to explore the area, though since they are in the middle of the jungle he does not stray more than 50 feet from the drop point. Specifically he is looking for herbs that are good for making ink or binding glue for books.
(Josh) Meranus Stormhorn AC 16/12/13 -- CMD 18 -- HP 15/15 d20+2=4 ; d20+8=26 ; Monday October 10th, 2011 4:32:35 PM
Grumbling, Meranus draws an axe and heads for the nearest, likeliest tree. He begins chopping at branches, grunting a disparaging remark about the fragility of the small ones with each swing. With lumber in hand, he begins to build a stretcher frame, using his rope and sleeping roll to complete the contraption. He is utterly focused while he's working, but the results, so far, seem decent.
(OoC: Perception = 4 Craft (Carpentry) = 26)
(Erik) Leonan Songsteel AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 19 -- HP 9/13 d20=13 ; Monday October 10th, 2011 8:51:02 PM
Leonan continues to stand vigil while waiting for the others to take care of all the non-vigil related activities of importance.
(Perception result is: 13)
(Ezra, the Second) Yngvar Hefnd AC 12/12/10 -- CMD 12 -- HP 8/8 d20+2=19 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2011 12:16:17 PM
Yngvar slowly recovers from the teleportation accident. He takes a look around to asses the situation.
Nipper sticks his head out from Yngvars cloak and chitters softly in his ear.
With the minotaur doing a surprisingly good job of making a travois for Artrius, Yngvar takes a look around at their surroundings.
(Corey) Tack Greenword AC 14/14/11 -- CMD 11 -- HP 12/12 -- Spells 5/0/0/0/0/0/0/0/0 d20+3=15 ; Tuesday October 11th, 2011 5:44:54 PM
While pondering why a professional mage might suddenly get trapped in his own teleportation device, Tack surveys the area, drawing back the handle on his crossbow and setting a bolt in place as he does.
Perception: 15
Welcome to Cthonia [Zach R] Wednesday October 12th, 2011 1:52:48 AM
Everyone keeps their eyes peeled as Meranus goes about making a rather sturdy litter.
No one notices anything except Henrix and Heckle who notice:Highlight to display spoiler: {The birds quite chirping and animals quite making sounds. To the East you feel movement in the trees. You sense it or maybe hear it, more than see it. To the untrained eye it looks like little more than the wind blowing.}
Sorry, my post I (made) a few hours ago must have gotten eaten or something.
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