Return to the mainland - DM Mark Thursday July 4th, 2013 8:55:57 PM
Barratore and Edson cross the river and return to the battle field. Edson's keen eyes spot the wayward bow and they quickly return and cross the water again.
Not one to wait around Brom has marched off. Fifth Brother trots after him and acts as a guide towards the valley. The headstrong travelers (and anyone else that followed) reach a fork in the road. Fifth brother points out that the Valley is to the left, and the enemy camp is to the right. Fifth brother starts walking to the left hoping the others will follow.
Peza / Chris / Hp 41/41 Ac 18/ cmd 21 Thursday July 4th, 2013 9:40:37 PM
Peza waits for Barratore and Edson ... then tracks after the others [unless they waited ]
Reaching the fork in the road .... the raven haired girl " we should go to the valley ... get some more info from our friends .. before we go after the general and his lackeys"
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 17, Touch AC 15, Flatfooted AC 15, HP 25/25 Friday July 5th, 2013 12:34:28 AM
Edson hands Barratores bow back to him. " next time we get a chance I'll teach you the ancient elven principles on handling the bow" Edson says with a hearty laugh. "C'mon, we should hurry, I am sure harvest and Brom found a dragon and picked a fight with it. "
Hert AC 24(23ff 11t) HP 37/47 CMD 16(15ff) Friday July 5th, 2013 3:40:32 AM "Lets go" - agrees Hert. "We shouldn't attack the enemy before night anyway."
Harvest Moon (AC19/Touch18/FF17; CMD 21; HP 34/34) - Al d20+15=32 ; Friday July 5th, 2013 8:14:28 AM
Harvest Moon pauses at the crossroad with Fifth Brother and The Rager. "Best we wait here for Barratore Steelwind and the others," she says, gazing off into the distance of the right fork. Casually, she examines the "road" and its surroundings, reading what the tracks and traces might reveal to her.
"You know that the camp lies in the direction of this road," she asks Fifth brother. "You know it? Or do you guess it?" she asks. "And if you know that the camp of the Green Skins lies in this direction, then what else do you know of this camp? How large is the camp? Do they have walls about the camp? How were you able to watch them?"
"Peza is our leader now. I think that she will wish to know of the camp before deciding upon a manner in which to fall upon them."
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Survival 32
Day's Spells 0-Level: Guidance, Light, Virtue, Create Water 1-Level: Produce Flame, Magic Fang, Obscuring Mist, Entangle(d)
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 22 (T 16 FF 14), CMD: 24; HP:64/64Character Sheet Friday July 5th, 2013 9:15:53 AM
Barratore looks at Edson with a dour expression as the rogue hands him his own bow, "Lets get going". He states and heads off
Sorry for the short post, in a rush
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 37/37 George Invisible 1/60 Friday July 5th, 2013 12:15:17 PM
Gerox trots after the group for a second, pauses and then casts a spell causing a horse to appear. He climbs up and guides the horse after the group. He canters up to Barratore and says, "Since you won't let me ride on your back, I had to go this route." He rides in silence for a few moments and adds, "I bet riding on your back would be more fun though!"
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 17, Touch AC 15, Flatfooted AC 15, HP 25/25 Friday July 5th, 2013 1:46:39 PM
"Barry, why don't you make a bet verse the gnome, something you know you could win. But if you lose he gets to ride you around like a warhorse."
Brom the Barbarian - RichP; AC: 19 (T 12, FF 19, Raged 17), CMD: 24 (26 Raged); HP: 56/64 (68/76 Raged); d20+9=17 ; Saturday July 6th, 2013 9:04:46 AM
Brom gets to the fork in the road. He listens to Fifth Brother and to Harvest. He just grunts at mention of leader. He talks softly to Fifth Brother as he follows, "How far is the village from here?" He pauses for a moment and says to Harvest, "I want to be at the village before night. Fifth Brother doesn't seem ta think it's a good idea ta sit here too long, and I agree. They won't be here before nightfall." Referring to the other in the group, "So I bet they wait and come in the day. Either way the two of us don't need ta be sittin' here in the dark. Let's go find out what's goin' on."
Perception DC17
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 18, Touch AC 16, Flatfooted AC 16, HP 30/30 Saturday July 6th, 2013 9:54:50 AM
Ooc: Fixing AC and HP
Return to the mainland - DM Mark Monday July 8th, 2013 8:15:31 AM
Barratore and Edson rejoin their friends who remained at the dock , and set off for the hidden valley. They set a good pace thanks to Peza's tracking skill and soon catch up with Brom, Harvest and Fifth Brother who have paused. They seem relived Brom has not picked a fight with a dragon.
Harvest examines the 'road' that Fifth brother has been following. It is little more that a track that hat has been widened as trees have been harvested for the growing metropolis of Rum City. There are many tracks showing signs that the island is slowly being invaded by industrious men and women looking for free resources. Fifth brother explains that the People's scouts know where the camp is however he does not. "Motherr has all the inforrrmation. We will take you to see herrr."
Brom Insists that that get moving and Fifth brother seems to agree however now that the rest of the party are in sight he waits for them to catch up. Once they arrive he explains to them that the valley is to the left, and the orc camp if down the right track.
DM note: sorry for doubling up, i just want to make sure i know where everyone is heading.
Harvest Moon (AC19/Touch18/FF17; CMD 21; HP 34/34) - Al Monday July 8th, 2013 9:57:07 AM
The peoples of Rum have roved far into the island in the short few months since the landing of the first fleet. Perhaps this is the way of peoples. All territory is theirs until they are stopped by overwhelming forces of the world or by other peoples.
"We go to The Valley?" Harvest Moon turns questioning eyes to Peza.
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Day's Spells 0-Level: Guidance, Light, Virtue, Create Water 1-Level: Produce Flame, Magic Fang, Obscuring Mist, Entangle(d)
Hert AC 24(23ff 11t) HP 37/47 CMD 16(15ff) Monday July 8th, 2013 1:48:13 PM
Hert takes a moment to marvel the sight of the island and follows the Fifth Brother to the camp.
Peza / Chris / Hp 41/41 Ac 18/ cmd 21 Monday July 8th, 2013 5:05:56 PM
Hearing 5th brothers news about the catfolk having scouted the enemy camp .. " that would be very helpful ... we need to learn as much as we can before we engage the foes of the catfolk "
"Lets go to the valley first " Peza heads down the path to the valley
" when we get back to Rum we"ll have to address the headlong charge of the people from Rum exploring tand over running the island at the expense of the native inhabitents ... we must learn to respect the slands natives rights to live here "
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 18, Touch AC 16, Flatfooted AC 16, HP 30/30 Monday July 8th, 2013 8:34:54 PM
Edson waves to the group when they are reunited. He nods when Peza suggests going to the valley. "Maybe we can scout the camp when night falls. Between harvest, Peza and I, along with Gerox's spells we can get in and check out the camp."
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 22 (T 16 FF 14), CMD: 24; HP:64/64Character Sheet Monday July 8th, 2013 8:44:56 PM
Barratore nods in greeting when he gets back to the group. Camp to the right and The People to the left. Seemed pretty straight forward to him and when Peza selects the village, Barratore takes a couple steps in the that direction and turns to wait for one of the trackers to take the lead.
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Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 37/37 George Invisible 1/60 Monday July 8th, 2013 9:13:56 PM
Gerox leads his horse towards the Catfolk village and says, "Edson, Just wait. I have a new spell your just going to love! Double your speed, double your attacks. I think everyone is going to like this one."
Brom the Barbarian - RichP; AC: 19 (T 12, FF 19, Raged 17), CMD: 24 (26 Raged); HP: 56/64 (68/76 Raged); d20+9=10 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2013 9:56:15 AM
Brom heads towards the village once the others have caught up. He keeps an eye out for trouble.
Or not... Perception DC10
Hert AC 24(23ff 11t) HP 37/47 CMD 16(15ff) Tuesday July 9th, 2013 5:42:08 PM
OOC: just checking in...
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 37/37 George Invisible 1/60 Tuesday July 9th, 2013 8:00:38 PM
Checking in
Peza / Chris / Hp 41/41 Ac 18/ cmd 21 Tuesday July 9th, 2013 9:47:10 PM
Peeking in ;-)
Harvest Moon (AC19/Touch18/FF17; CMD 21; HP 34/34) - Al d20+15=33 ; Tuesday July 9th, 2013 10:18:39 PM
Harvest Moon reads the intent in the pause of Barratore Steelwind. She hurries ahead to the fore, her senses keen to the presence of danger.
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Perception 33
Return to the mainland - DM Mark Tuesday July 9th, 2013 10:44:25 PM
The party agrees that heading to the valley is the best course of action. With the Brothers leading the way deeper into the jungle the path fades as the reach of the Rum City residents is left behind. The way however is marked by the recent Orc incursions and the usually pristine foliage is shredded and dirty. Despite this, the land is beautiful and as you remember it.
The sun is dipping as you reach the foot of Rum's mountainous spine and the entrance to the Valley of the People. As the trees thin three catfolk run from the trees and into the village taking refuge behind two stone barricades topped with sharpened logs that frame the path. "These arre new defences. The People have learrned from the great Rum City" explains TB.
As you walk between the barricades you note that they do not actually extend to the edge of the valley. It appears the People still have lots to learn. The village, as those who have been here before remember, has six round huts surrounding a common fireplace that has embers burning year round. Beyond the huts, sitting in the disturbed earth that was recently a construction site is a new structure that is made of stone, much larger than the small huts of the catfolk.
As you reach the centre of the common area the catfolk flood out and greet you. Some bring water, others fruits and meat. They are overjoyed at your arrival.
Here is a map of the village for your convenience.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 22 (T 16 FF 14), CMD: 24; HP:64/64Character Sheet Tuesday July 9th, 2013 10:51:31 PM
Barratore falls in line immediately behind Harvest and then allows her to open up a more comfortable, for her, lead of 40'. At this point and with the many eyes of the party looking about them, Barratore relaxes and treats the march as a stroll. Upon arrival, Barratore finds whomever is offering food and pulls off some choice pieces. He stops and eats for a bit, Mother or someone to take them to her would be along shortly and fresh food was always a good thing. No reason he could think of to rush things
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 18, Touch AC 16, Flatfooted AC 16, HP 30/30 Tuesday July 9th, 2013 11:24:08 PM
Edson takes a piece of fruit when offered. He smiles to the giver and thanks them. Then he strolls about the town, this being his first time there. "Have the orcs ever raided the actual village" he calls up Tb.
Harvest Moon (AC19/Touch18/FF17; CMD 21; HP 34/34) - Al d20+6=22 ; Wednesday July 10th, 2013 6:47:18 AM
Harvest Moon greets the Catfolk with a smile and takes a piece of fruit. All of this before beginning the business for which they came. She walks the village, and the walls and such. She speaks to her fellow League Adventurers - some individually, some in small groups.
Extend the wall there. This gate might have better hinges. There are many things that can be done to improve the protection of the territory. For though it is true that they are here to help The People fight the mercenaries of the Ettin here and today, the League Adventurers cannot stay to defend them forever. The People must learn to do these things for themselves as well.
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Knowledge Engineering: 22
Day's Spells 0-Level: Guidance, Light, Virtue, Create Water 1-Level: Produce Flame, Magic Fang, Obscuring Mist, Entangle(d)
Hert AC 24(23ff 11t) HP 37/47 CMD 16(15ff) Wednesday July 10th, 2013 2:28:36 PM
Hert drinks some of the water he is offered and takes a quick look around the village. Finding nothing particularly interesting, he returns to TB.
"I guess we should talk to your Mother now."
OOC: Village map appears to be broken to me
Harvest Moon (AC19/Touch18/FF17; CMD 21; HP 34/34) - Al Wednesday July 10th, 2013 5:19:48 PM
OoC: For me too. I get this: "Oops! Google Chrome could not find bit.ly"
Ah-ha! I fixed it. You had a space between "http://" and "bit.ly/1an3gNC". I removed the space and the link works now.
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 37/37 George Invisible 1/60 Wednesday July 10th, 2013 5:59:32 PM
Gerox looks around with a keen eye seeing the attempted defense improvements and a rage starts to build within him. Yes these folks were basically enslaved when they first met them but now they have to live in some other kind of fear. Don't they deserve a chance to just live, grow and prosper. A chance to find out what kind of people they could be without having to constantly fight for their lives!
Harvest is giving them quick advice on how to improve the defenses so Gerox holds his tongue. He will slip off his horse and send it back to the ether it came from and then move forward to see Mother with the others.
Peza / Chris / Hp 41/41 Ac 18/ cmd 21 Wednesday July 10th, 2013 9:22:19 PM
Peza greets all the catfolk warmly ... gratefully accepting water and fruits ... quenching the thriest from the day long trek to the valley
Once settled the raven haired girl will ask for a meeting with Mother .... gathering as much infomation on recent history of the orc incursion .... when it started and both the orcs tactics and how the catfoilk responded
Return to the mainland - DM Mark Wednesday July 10th, 2013 11:40:55 PM
You accept the gifts of the People, eating and drinking after your long journey. While some take the moment to rest others, namely harvest, critiques the defences of the catfolk who she believes need a guiding hand to stay safe for future generations.
While the gratitude of the People is welcome, you press TB to speak with Mother. TB runs to the large building at the rear of the Valley and enters. A moment later he returns to the groups and calls the serving catfolk to clear a path - "Motherr will see them immediately."
TB leads you into the stone building. It is a far cry from workmanship of Rum City's master masons but it seems sturdy. Inside you see the high roof is supported by large tree trunks and the walls are lined with supplies and improvised weapons. Mother, accompanied by young mother, is seated on a mat flanked by two "burly" catfolk. The guards are ready to pounce at the first hint of danger and are eyeing you all cautiously as you approach.
Mother motions you to come closer; "Welcome to our keep friends. I am glad you could return so swiftly, and with new allies I see. I am Mother, Leader of the People. This is young mother" she points to her right "I am sure you have many questions. Come and I shall answer as best I can"
~~~ Ooc: here is a map of the keep. Yes I like making maps. It looks like I am actually working when instead I am...not. Please place yourself on the map.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 18, Touch AC 16, Flatfooted AC 16, HP 30/30 Thursday July 11th, 2013 12:16:13 AM
Edson keeps quiet as he moves into Mother's building... He follows TB in and takes a place along the wall. (G2)
Harvest Moon (AC19/Touch18/FF17; CMD 21; HP 34/34) - Al Thursday July 11th, 2013 8:54:45 AM
"The Green Skins followed TB," Harvest Moon announces. "They attacked their camp outside of Rum. We slew fifteen of their numbers, and five of their worgs. But they know that you have sent for us, and so I think that means we must attack them as soon as possible. Slay them or drive them away."
"Fifth Brother has said that there is a camp. We must know the land about the camp. The protections of the camp. The numbers within the camp. Who scouted this camp, Mother?" asks Harvest Moon. "And can this person draw a map of the camp?"
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Position: E7
Day's Spells 0-Level: Guidance, Light, Virtue, Create Water 1-Level: Produce Flame, Magic Fang, Obscuring Mist, Entangle(d)
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 37/37 George Invisible 1/60 Thursday July 11th, 2013 8:54:46 AM
Gerox steps forward and says, "Mother, it is an honor to see and speak with you again. We are happy to come and help our new friends in their time of need. That is what friendship is for. To help each other survive against those who would hurt us in anyway and to help celebrate and enjoy the good times when the Gods grant them to us.
Can you tell us what is happening? We know you are being attacked by a mercenary group of orcs being lead by a giant kind called an ettin. What we don't know is why? We can destroy the orcs and kill the ettin but if their is a player behind the scenes hiring them, then he can always hire more and you won't ever be safe. Can you tell us if someone has come to your village recently who could be a suspect? Do you have any clue on who is behind this? If we can deal with the leader, then we cut the head off the snake and the body will wither."
Brom the Barbarian - RichP; AC: 19 (T 12, FF 19, Raged 17), CMD: 24 (26 Raged); HP: 56/64 (68/76 Raged); Thursday July 11th, 2013 9:40:00 AM
Brom follows the others into the tent. He moves up and gives a gracious bow to Mother and Young Mother, then backs up and takes position at I6.
Hert AC 24(23ff 11t) HP 37/47 CMD 16(15ff) Thursday July 11th, 2013 3:20:03 PM
Hert greets the Mother with a polite nod, and decides to leave the talking to Gerox and Harvest. Though he is clearly irritated by the mistrust the guards seem to show him, he shows no aggression, trying to stay as cold and neutral as possible.
Peza / Chris / Hp 41/41 Ac 18/ cmd 21 Thursday July 11th, 2013 9:05:21 PM
Greeting mother warmly ... Peza listens as Gerox and Harvest pepper mother with good questions ... think of what esl to ask
"Do you know where or at least what direction the orcs and Ettin came from ?? we might be able to backtrack and find more infomation ?? or have you sent scouts for that mission ?"
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 22 (T 16 FF 14), CMD: 24; HP:64/64Character Sheet Thursday July 11th, 2013 10:56:09 PM
Barratore stops shortlty inside the building next to Brom [h4/I5] He nods in a partial bow as Brom did from there and then does his best to not be noticed and thereby hopefully accomplishing his goal of not being asked anything. He knows with Harvest, Peza and Gerox about though, he is perfectly safe from needing to add anything. A joke pops into his mind and he chuckles lightly and leans to Brom needing to tell the man. "Perhaps we should wait outside while the 4 women talk?" He then stifles a chuckle and straightens
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 18, Touch AC 16, Flatfooted AC 16, HP 30/30 d20+9=17 ; Thursday July 11th, 2013 11:35:36 PM
Edson leans up against the wall. This place was new to him and he would let the people all who have been here before. He did keep his eyes open for any attacks.
Perception 17
Return to the mainland - DM Mark Thursday July 11th, 2013 11:53:15 PM
Incoming post....
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 37/37 George Invisible 1/60 Friday July 12th, 2013 12:05:57 AM
Gerox quips over his shoulder, "I heard that bullman. Expect a snake in you bedroll some night soon."
Return to the mainland - DM Mark Friday July 12th, 2013 12:34:54 AM
You all take your places within the keep and make your greetings to you host. Harvest, Gerox and Peza take charge of the diplomacy and ask their questions.
"The greenskins followed you across the water TB? You are fortunate to have found our friends so swiftly." Turning to Harvest "I knew you were mighty warriors, but to slay fifteen is worthy of song. I do not know of Worgs but if they work with greenskins then I am glad they are dead. Perhaps this will send the message to leave the People in peace."
Mother stands slowly and sadness enters her eyes. "They have killed six. With each attack they come closer and make a kill. Then they return to their camp. Yes... yes we have scouted it from a distance. They have fouled the area so as to be a beacon for their evil and patrol the tracks they do. You killed fifteen. There will be a greater force waiting. Third Sister is our scout. I will request she provide the details you need when she returns.
"Gnome Gerox I am glad you could return. I will share with you what I know. Before the greenskins, we had a visitor, as have arrived others since your visit opened up the Wold to us. He was a man, a messenger, who would give no name. He brought word of great change to Rum and those who would claim it as their own. He sought that we rise up and defend the islands. I sent him away. The People have no quarrel with the outside, and his words did not ring of truth. Then the greenskins arrived."
"Third Sister is currently scouting beyond the greenskin... and ettin... camp. She should return soon as the sun is setting."
Harvest Moon (AC19/Touch18/FF17; CMD 21; HP 34/34) - Al Friday July 12th, 2013 8:43:44 AM
The catfolk have seen the two-headed giant as well. And they know it for an ettin. The Ettin and the Green Skins were not here before. Something brings them here. And, from the tale told by Mother, it is something that schemes against Rum.
"How many days ago did this Messenger with No Name come to you, Mother?" asked Harvest Moon. "And did the Messenger with No Name bear any unusual markings? A badge or sigil? There is more behind these Green Skins than the Green Skins themselves."
"I would also know of the attacks upon you, Mother. How many have there been? Do they come every day? Do they attack you here? Or do they pounce upon your hunters in the wood?"
"When they attack, do they creep upon your camp? Or, do they charge at you from the trail? How many come each time? Have there been any who were more fierce or powerful than the others?"
"I think that we must learn how these Green Skins fight, and we can maybe learn this from you. And ... have you ever seen one of these Green Skins fly?"
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Position: E7
Day's Spells 0-Level: Guidance, Light, Virtue, Create Water 1-Level: Produce Flame, Magic Fang, Obscuring Mist, Entangle(d)
Hert AC 24(23ff 11t) HP 37/47 CMD 16(15ff) Friday July 12th, 2013 10:48:19 AM
Hert quickly grows tired of the conversation between the Mother and Harvest Moon. He soon walks over to the entrance and stands there, choosing fresher air over the detailed information on their enemy.
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 37/37 George Invisible 1/60 Friday July 12th, 2013 12:34:47 PM
Gerox listens to Harvest ask some more questions and listens for the answers. He does take a moment to turn to the Brom and Barratore and says, "Sounds like they attack quite often and with more daring each time. Our battle might make them more cautious but it also might make them want to attack and drive off these folks before we can get here to reinforce them. That means they might want to attack in force tonight. Why don't you two put your heads together to see if we can find a good ambush spot to thin the herd a bit when they come. Maybe a trap or two? Edson might have an idea or two. Also if there is any quick ways we can strengthen the defenses around here. That might help these folks quite a bit."
Gerox turns back to Mother and says, "It is strange that a man would ask you to kill others and but not give you his name. You were right to turn him away but he could be a clue on who is doing this to you. Harvest is right, anything you can remember about him is important. These greenskins are just the hired help. We need to find out who hired them to insure your safety in the future.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 22 (T 16 FF 14), CMD: 24; HP:64/64Character Sheet d20+3=6 ; Friday July 12th, 2013 4:43:48 PM
Barratore stops chuckling as Gerox addresses him, a challenging growl building in his throat. Barratore snorts loudly and eyeballs the gnome as his jaw tightens. It was not the jested threat that had his hackles rising, Gerox possessed no ability to alarm the fighter. So reaction takes over and he fires back verbally, "Do it and you can expect to need to drink all your food from then on."
The site of ambush seems like a good idea and Barratore will turn and head out of the building and to the main trail they came in on. Pulling his bow and knowing Brom to be better at this than he is, Barratore stops and waits for Brom to take the lead. Barratore does what he can to help, which is to say, nothing [Perception 6]
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 18, Touch AC 16, Flatfooted AC 16, HP 30/30 Saturday July 13th, 2013 12:06:33 AM
Edson seems annoyed with all the questions and moved towards Hert and Barratore by the door. He doesn't say anything, just moves by them to get out of the tent.
Brom the Barbarian - RichP; AC: 19 (T 12, FF 19, Raged 17), CMD: 24 (26 Raged); HP: 56/64 (68/76 Raged); Saturday July 13th, 2013 10:54:05 AM
Brom scowls at Gerox. "So is this part of my job; my part ta play..." He says emphasizing job and part. "Come on Barratore, let's go do our job. Maybe it'll be catchy and they'll start doing there's.
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