A pleasant night before, er, the day something happens. (co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday April 9th, 2014 11:23:44 PM
DM OOC: Short post tonight, as it looks like you guys want to discuss some strategies.
DM IC: The IA awake and start their preparations for the Day of Faith jumping ceremony and what fate the divinations have fortold. As all divinations, they are only one possibility, but the IA want to be prepared for as many as they can think of.
They start out with a good breakfast, as they say, it is the most important meal of the day. As they do so, they hear a little bit of 'rumble' coming from outside, which grows in intensity pretty quickly.
For those interested in looking out the window to see what's up, they see that the square in front of the Iron Tower is quickly being occupied by their neighbors. A few moments of observation reveals the tale-tell signs of a parade starting to get organized. Everyone is wearing their finest, or gaudiest, party costume and kidds run around in a mad chaos of excitement. Somehow, above all this clamor, street venders manage to sound off their wares. The whole square has been plastered with decorations along the store fronts and even the Iron Tower walls hosts many streamers, put there by the neighbors in the wee hours of the morning. Little do they know that inside that tower the IA are pondering how to defend their friends from an unknown something that might bring all this joy and celebration to an end.
DM JT: discuss your plans and stuff and we'll go a'jumping tomorrow. :) For spell scribbing, take into account how much rest you need in order to refresh your spells and go with that, subtracting the cost of scribbing from you PC sheet and adding the new ones. For Garret: do you remember how long it was said to take? You'd have an easier time finding that post than I.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +9/+6/+6 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 4 Thursday April 10th, 2014 8:28:19 AM
Restlin looks at the scroll & wonder who he's supposed to return it to. Still, he's very happy for the young witch.
"I also swapped out a few of my less targeted spells. Summoning a bunch of murderous black tentacles in a crowd of civilians would probably damage our standing in town. I don't know how we can expect to plan for today's events when we have no idea what will happen. We're mighty, but we're not 'stop thousands of people from falling to their deaths' mighty. Let's just go out there, have a good time, keep an eye open, and spring into action should the need arise."
OOC: I thought we were told there wouldn't be time for scribbing.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:32/28/27 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Thursday April 10th, 2014 5:44:47 PM
Garret grabs a few bites from the kitchen and looks out the window at the gathering crowds. When Beri mention strategy, Garret says, "But keep in mind -- if its someone who wants to attack, they may focus on us to take us out of the game early. Anyone who has been here for a time will know that we will be there and we will try and thwart any funny business."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +9/+6/+6 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 4 Thursday April 10th, 2014 7:24:03 PM
Restlin pauses after Garret brings up a good point. "One more thing: we can't allow ourselves to get split up. We need to be sure to stick together." He turns towards Anrete & casually points the barbarian's way. "Remember what happened the last rime one of us got stupid and scouted ahead? Yea you do... that didn't work out so well."
Sesha [AC 20 /15 Touch/19 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Thursday April 10th, 2014 9:38:39 PM
Sesha whacks Restlin with her broom.
"I remember it perfectly well Restlin. Don't you point at Anrete!"
She re-holsters the broom and self-consciously adjusts the flower in her hair.
"I'm kinda scared about this whole thing. Whomever we fight isn't going to care as much about the collateral damage as some of us might."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Thursday April 10th, 2014 9:51:21 PM Does anyone have requests for spells? I'm not planning on any healing spells right now, but I can add one if you think it's more useful.
ooc:there was mention of email being sent but I haven't seen any
A pleasant night before, er, the day something happens. (co-DM JonathanT) Thursday April 10th, 2014 10:32:57 PM
DM JT to Restlin: OOC: I thought we were told there wouldn't be time for scribbing.
I figured that the spellcasters would need time to sleep and redo their spells, but then, I didnt' see why you couldn't scribe at least one.
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 91 Spells Thursday April 10th, 2014 11:39:41 PM
ooc: email was just sent
Bosk slowly eats his breakfast as he prepares for the days event and makes sure his bag is fully packed. We should all make sure we some way to keep from crashing to our doom if the bridge should be sabotaged. There are several spells that should work. If the worst should happen, I have plenty of rope we could use to hook each other together.
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 91 Spells Thursday April 10th, 2014 11:39:41 PM
ooc: email was just sent
Bosk slowly eats his breakfast as he prepares for the days event and makes sure his bag is fully packed. We should all make sure we some way to keep from crashing to our doom if the bridge should be sabotaged. There are several spells that should work. If the worst should happen, I have plenty of rope we could use to hook each other together.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Friday April 11th, 2014 12:16:25 AM
While the Iron Adventurers look out upon their square, now getting pretty crowded, they discuss how best to handle the worst-case-scenario, like, if the bridge were to really fall. Restlin wisely dumps his area affect spells like Black Tentacles and such, for more precise targetting spells and they discuss how best to react to falling citizens and such.
Meanwhile, a large pole is raised upon which there is a banner with an embroidered tower much like the Iron Tower and the initials IA. Perception DC10: Highlight to display spoiler: {Mara Weaver stands next to a strong young man and saying something to him while pointing at the banner. The young man nodds vigorously as she speaks.}
A knock is heard at the door.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 4 Friday April 11th, 2014 8:04:20 AM
Caught off-guard by Sesha's broom, the wizard nearly ends up on the floor. He glances at her with his best, "who, me?" look before clarifying, "I figured we'd all know I was talking about myself." He wipes the bits of broom from his robe just before the door knocks.
"That's our public, most likely ready to get moving and wondering why we're not out there yet." He gets up, checks a mirror to make certain he doesn't have food in his teeth or broom in his cap, and moves towards the door. "Remember, folks: bad omens or no, this is still a celebration. Worry all you want, but get those happy faces on."
With that, he throws the door open...
Active spells:
Extended mage armor - 14 hours See invisible - permanent
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Friday April 11th, 2014 9:22:23 AM "I don't know. The bridge falling just seems too obvious. If someone is going to so much trouble to disrupt proceedings then I fear they will have something in mind we are yet to guess" Tink rubs her chin in contemplation.
Sesha [AC 20 /15 Touch/19 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Friday April 11th, 2014 9:46:04 AM
Sesha casts her message cantrip, being sure to get everyone involved, before continuing the conversation.
"And we can't ignore that Tuecri stuff was specifically mentioned as a target of theft. They aren't stealing a bridge."
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 91 Spells Friday April 11th, 2014 12:04:45 PM
Bosk shakes his head. Who said the two are not related? We know the hooks from which the bridge is suspended are of tecuri origin, the statue we found below the city was crafted by the tecuri (bulette), and the one time we were arrested after our ranger spit on the floor of the courtroom the guards had tecuri weapons (mancatcher).
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Friday April 11th, 2014 12:11:52 PM
Anrete gobbers up his breakfast as he waits for some indications on who to bash this morning.
He nods wisely, as he gives his greatsword a companionable pat.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:32/28/27 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Friday April 11th, 2014 3:20:50 PM
Garret replies, "I don't know a lot about this place, but I doubt anyone has the power to take down that bridge. In fact, if there is someone, I really, really hope they like me!"
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 91 Spells Friday April 11th, 2014 3:41:21 PM Keep in mind that it is the Hooks in Hook City that are magical, not the bridge. I am sure the bridge has some magic protecting it, but it is nothing compared to the Tecuri Hooks that hold it up.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Sunday April 13th, 2014 6:37:50 AM "Indeed. The cables snapping earlier could just have been a test. The real event is likely still to come"
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Sunday April 13th, 2014 11:29:09 PM
DM JT OOC: quick 'friday' post. Longer one tomorrow.
DM JT IC: Restlin opens the door with a smile on his face, encouraging the others to crack that smile too.
An elder gentleman dressed in festive guarb greets the mage. "Good morning Sirs. Pleasant Jump Day to you!" the man greets Restlin with a bow. "The parade to the bridge is ready to form up, Sirs. We await you to lead us. We should start out in 15 minutes or so. It will take some time to work our way to the bridge so we want an early start to make sure we get good spots on the bridge.
The man bows again and turns to leave.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Monday April 14th, 2014 6:18:14 AM I doubt the bridge would fall, that doesn't sound like it fits the visions that were seen. And stealing a hook would be almost impossible without the lost knowledge of the Tecuri. To me it feels more like they working on a distraction while they attempt something bigger.
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Monday April 14th, 2014 10:08:41 AM
Anrete lifts his visor and gave a menacing smile.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Monday April 14th, 2014 7:59:13 PM "We're leading the parade?" Tink crosses her arms. Leading the parade will make watching over the rest of it quite difficult.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 4 Monday April 14th, 2014 8:46:03 PM
"We're leading the parade for a small portion of the city. I assure you there will be plenty to keep an eye on." With that, Restlin hustles everyone else out the door.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:32/28/27 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Monday April 14th, 2014 8:49:54 PM
Garret says, "Oh, I've never led a parade before. That sounds like fun." He scampers out the door towards the gathering crowd, quickly moving through them, greeting many people and doing minor acrobatics for the kids.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Monday April 14th, 2014 9:42:19 PM Excuse me sir, but would there be a problem with my transforming into an air elemental for the parade, give the people a little something special to watch as we move down the street?
Sesha [AC 20 /15 Touch/19 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Monday April 14th, 2014 11:06:43 PM
Sesha marches for now, saving her magic for when it might be needed.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday April 15th, 2014 12:50:00 AM
The gentleman answers Beri"Er... sure, as you please."
In short time, the IA members are ready to join the crowd in the square and start the parade to the Bridge. Upon exiting the tower cheers errupt. These people have heard of the events from the day before and are very proud of their Protector Group (especially since they don't charge a Chit for their service, just by being present is enough to keep things in order, it seems). Others, more familiar with the tower before the IA came into possession of it, help bolster those that may be newcomers.
The IA are ushered to a spot in front of the parade. Although at the moment it seems like a disorganized crowd, one the parade starts, citizens start falling in. Beri, in Air Elemental form, gets a wide berth. Garret entertains the crowd with antics and acrobatics. Other IA memebers keep vigilant but with smiles.
Soon the parade starts to encounter other parades and it takes an effort to stay in one formation. As a matter of fact, the tail end of the parade gets lost in the mass of people heading to the bridge.
Diplomacy DC20 to maintain the front half in some order, Diplomacy DC15 to keep the front part in shape.
The IA finally reach the brdige, though, and the bridge already seems crowded.
At the bottom of the rickety stairs heading up to the bridge itself, guards are all about checking everyone that starts up the stairs. Mages mingle with soldiers and it is clear they are scanning the people as they pass by pointing here and there at individuals, which are then taken asside by the guards. What actually ensues is hidden from view. Knowledge Arcana or Spellcraft DC10: Highlight to display spoiler: {The mages have detect magic and scan the crowds.}
The noise is a cacophony of hawkers selling food, beverages, streamers, etc. To add to this chaos, mages and guards with flying spells zoom about as well. An elite guard group appear to have boots or other gear that give them flight. It seems that some suggestions were taken into account as to how to protect falling citizens. Or, this could be normal precautions, as the citizenry don't seem to take notice of all the precautions.
The IA arrive at the foot of the steps and Sgt. Capon suddenly appears out of the masses and motions the IA to the side. Waiting for them is Inspector Auslander. Above the din of noise, the IA are instructed to take up a position at the South Stair of the bridge. Of all the Protector groups, the IA are the most experienced, as most Protector groups are not much more than out-of-work mercenaries or ruffians. Those mercenaries that show better promise end up in better jobs. Inspector Auslander hopes that just the presence of the IA will be a big deterrant.
Floating in mid air out over the middle of the river is a large pole. Atop the pole is a sphere. There are numbers on the pole from 9 (at the top) to 0 (at the bottom).
The bridge is crowded and getting worse and movement is at 1/2, including flying, due to the cables and other fying or levitating people. The mood is festive, boisterous, excited, and seemingly unconscerned.
DM JT: there's roughly 30min before Jump time. Although the IA are on Watch, they may move about, eat, talk to passerbys, whatever, etc. Spells can be cast without Concentration Checks (take 10, so-to-speak).
I don't have a map but if it becomes necessary, one will magically show up. :)
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 91 Spells Tuesday April 15th, 2014 1:07:57 AM
Surprised that the group is leading the parade, Bosk quickly changes into his cleric's vestment and head outside.
Spells: Chill Touch (7 charges)
ooc: Do we know at what time the jump is to take place / how long it a duration our spells would need to be to last from now to the jump?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 d20+15=16 ; d20+23=43 ; Tuesday April 15th, 2014 9:33:06 AM
When his companions get themselves in order, Restlin throws open the door to their tower and bursts outward. "Good morning, friends! Who's ready to jump?" He hopes that gets some attention & waits for the response to die down if it does.
"I'm afraid we haven't had time to make a proper banner for ourselves, what with all this keeping people safe we've been doing, so this will have to do..." With that, he pulls out his minor image wand & creates a figment of their tower in the air above himself.
As they march, he manages to keep the folks around him in order, but those in the back just become part of the crowd (diplomacy: 16). Oh well, it's a festival for the whole town anyway, not just their neighbors.
He keeps his feet firmly on the ground, though the wizard has overland flight cast on himself. He figures it's best not to reveal everything just yet. He scans around for any sign of wrong-doing (perception: 43 - nat 20! woo!)
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 d20+12=15 ; d20+16=28 ; Tuesday April 15th, 2014 10:20:04 AM
Anrete growls his way to the front with limited success. Scanning the crowd idly, the barbarian relaxes as he gently pats his greatsword.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+26=38 ; Tuesday April 15th, 2014 11:11:42 AM
Tink smiles and waves to the crowd. She keeps a watchful eye on the crowd, flinching every time someone reaches a hand into a cloak. (Perception: 38)
With a few castings of prestidigitation she is able to put on a minor display for the crowd.
------------------ Spells in effect: Arcane Sight Darkvision See Invisibility Overland Flight Detect Scrying Misdirection Mage Armor
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:32/28/27 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20+19=20 ; Tuesday April 15th, 2014 8:47:46 PM
During the parade, Garret doesn't help keep the group together. If anything, he's a hindrance as he runs to and fro, greeting everyone he can, smiling, and asking questions of people (How many times have you been before? What's the most exciting thing you've seen? Where is the best food? What do you think will happen today?).
When they arrive at the bridge and are given instructions, Garret calms down a bit and looks around, also scanning the crowd, but not really sure what he's looking for (Perception: 20). When it gets close to time for the jump, he reaches up and touches a tattoo that runs from behind his ear to his neck. It glows blue for a second, then fades away (Activating barkskin).
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 d20=8 ; d20+22=27 ; Tuesday April 15th, 2014 9:57:44 PM
Beri floats along, waving to the crowd and trying to maintain order, however in hind site this isn't a particularly easy thing to accomplish when in a form that most people can't understand. Still, the crowd seems enthusiastic. He uses his height advantage to scan the crowds for anything unusual as they move along.
diplomacy=8
perception = 27
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday April 15th, 2014 10:33:55 PM
DM JT: I won't get a post in tonight as I've got to be up at 3am to be at work at 4am. (payroll processing...) But here's some questions answered.
Bosk: Do we know at what time the jump is to take place / how long it a duration our spells would need to be to last from now to the jump?
DM JT: I believe I stated at 11am (may have been noon). The idea is that the city knows it will take quite some time for everyone that can get on the bridge to do so, and the city wants plenty of party time afterwards. The Jump istelf is quick. All those on the bridge jump in unison three times in quick succession. So, for practical puposes, the Jump is 1 Round in duration.
Restlin:"I'm afraid we haven't had time to make a proper banner for ourselves, ... DM JT: Mara has seen to it that a banner of the Iron Tower is already made (see my previous post Apr 11) Meanwhile, a large pole is raised upon which there is a banner with an embroidered tower much like the Iron Tower and the initials IA. and see the Spoiler text.
It might be a little obnoxious to create a banner when their neighbors have gone to such pain to make one for them. :)
Tink: Tink learns that all citizens born in Hook City proper are born with an ability to cast a cantrip, if not more, regardless of spell casting ability. So seeing minor magics cast here and there pretty much at will can be confusing at first, disconcerting at worst when expecting bad things around every corner and the foe is unknown. :)
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Wednesday April 16th, 2014 7:36:23 AM
With Tink's permanent arcane sight, she notices nearly everyone in the crowd has an aura to them. It's almost enough to give her a headache.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Wednesday April 16th, 2014 8:15:47 AM
Well then, of course Restlin doesn't make a banner w/ silent image.
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Wednesday April 16th, 2014 10:17:05 AM
Anrete nods at the banner. "Can't eat tower though."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Wednesday April 16th, 2014 5:16:54 PM
ooc: checking in
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 91 Spells d20=15 ; Wednesday April 16th, 2014 5:53:58 PM
Bosk points out the banner to the group, and the man Mara was talking to, and makes a point of thanking Mara for creating the banner for them. He then asks one of the older children in the crowd to purchase him a large bag filled with copious amounts of candy, offering him a gold coin for his services, more if he can get back before the parade starts. He also looks about for a bard in the streets, offering to pay him to chronicle the events of the day and portray the neighborhood (including the IA as well as their neighbors) in a favorable light. Although he takes pride in his reputation, his goal is to elevate the reputation of the whole neighborhood, or at least make his neighbors smile when the hear the songs.
ooc: Under hirelings Chronicler (5 gp/day): A chronicler records the party's glorious deeds. He may compose songs or heroic poems, or write epic histories of their accomplishments to bolster the party's reputation. Fame has its benefits--a well-known adventuring party usually attracts additional patrons and allies.
A messenger is 2 cp a mile and a foot runner is 5sp a day, so I am assuming a couple gold coins is sufficient for the kid. If that is low for this area I will pay a more.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:32/28/27 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Wednesday April 16th, 2014 7:16:19 PM
Garret mostly just looks around, slight nervous with so many people milling about. He's never really been in a crowd this big, and his senses are starting to overload with so many people to see and talk to.
Sesha [AC 20 /15 Touch/19 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] d20+21=37 ; d100+14=62 ; Wednesday April 16th, 2014 7:35:28 PM
With the jump looming closer, Sesha decides to go ahead and expend a little magic for her Flying Broom spell. She spends a moment in concentration, then channels the magic she needs.
For now, she stays at ground level, hovering about while chatting at whomever cares to listen/
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday April 16th, 2014 11:29:43 PM
DM JT OOC: I got caught up working on the next module I almost forgot to post!
DM JT IC: The IA file out of the Iron Tower to join the parade and lead it to the bridge. Cheers errupt and somewhere brass instruments start blarring something that can't be distinquished above the din. Mara brings the young man with the Iron Tower banner with IA embroidered on it to meet you. The young man humbly bows but holds the banner with great pride. He is introduced as Pedrigo. (DM JT: his parents couldn't decide between Peter and Rodrigo, so there you go.)
Garret seems rather overwhelmed by the crowd. He notices the kidds running about, in and out of legs, but to him, it all is rather claustrophobic!
Sesha finds it just as difficult to fly on the broom as walking when she chooses to stay at low level (5'). At least she can easily shoot up above the building rooftops in a hurry if need be.
Anrete approves of the banner but his attention goes to food. Didn't he just have breakfast? This barbarian can really put food away! There is plenty of food about, he just has to work is way through the crowd to find it. Follow your nose!
Bosk sees a youngster staring at him and makes the kid an offer. A gold coin for a bag of candy. The boys eyes grow wide and he vigorously nodds. Trust a kid to know where candy can be found. And trust a kid to get through the crowd. He vanishes in a hurry.
Somewhere near the street that leads to the Marble Causeway, and thus to the bridge, the parade organizers start getting ready to move out. Pedrigo excuses himself and becomes the rally spot. Bosk looks for the kid and hears frantic shouting and spots the kid dodging legs but making good time through the crowd. But 10' from Bosk tragedy happens! The poor unfortunate kid, having gone so far and done so much, finally meets his match as he trips on a foot and fall flat. The bag of candy, held in front of him, bursts as the boy skids and tumbles, sending hard candy in a spray or rainbow colors in front Bosk! The poor kid looks up with utter terror and starts crying.
Tink begins to suffer sensory overload as her permanent arcane sight just can't filter out all the magical auras present. Hook City residents think nothing of the cantrips they can cast and have been doing so since the day they were old enough to grasp the knowledge of their abilites, around 4 or 5 years old. Maybe Tink will learn a discipline that will allow her to weed out unwanted auras.
Beri floats slightly above the crowd. Only bad thing about his form is that he can't partake in all the good food and drink. On the other hand, some mischievous kids find it funny to toss streamers through Beri. Then some kids find out that if they toss a wad of paper, it gets twirled and tossed out in a random direction. This soom becomes a game to see who is going to catch the wad of paper.
Restlin has Overland Flight cast on himself but for now keeps his feet on Terra Firma and takes the lead in the Parade, Pedrigo with the Iron Tower banner at his side. As they march, Restlin manages to keep the folks around him in order, but those in the back just become part of the crowd. Oh well, it's a festival for the whole town anyway, not just their neighbors.
DM JT Note: the following is just a repeat of some of what was posted up above:
The IA finally reach the bridge, though, and the bridge already seems crowded.
At the bottom of the rickety stairs heading up to the bridge itself, guards are all about checking everyone that starts up the stairs. Mages mingle with soldiers and it is clear they are scanning the people as they pass by pointing here and there at individuals, which are then taken asside by the guards. What actually ensues is hidden from view. Knowledge Arcana or Spellcraft DC10: Highlight to display spoiler: { The mages have detect magic and scan the crowds.}
The noise is a cacophony of hawkers selling food, beverages, streamers, etc. To add to this chaos, mages and guards with flying spells zoom about as well. An elite guard group appear to have boots or other gear that give them flight. It seems that some suggestions were taken into account as to how to protect falling citizens. Or, this could be normal precautions, as the citizenry don't seem to take notice of all the precautions.
The IA arrive at the foot of the steps and Sgt. Capon suddenly appears out of the masses and motions the IA to the side. Waiting for them is Inspector Auslander. Above the din of noise, the IA are instructed to take up a position at the South Stair of the bridge. Of all the Protector groups, the IA are the most experienced, as most Protector groups are not much more than out-of-work mercenaries or ruffians. Those mercenaries that show better promise end up in better jobs. Inspector Auslander hopes that just the presence of the IA will be a big deterrant.
Floating in mid air out over the middle of the river is a large pole. Atop the pole is a sphere. There are numbers on the pole from 9 (at the top) to 0 (at the bottom).
The bridge is crowded and getting worse and movement is at 1/2, including flying, due to the cables and other fying or levitating people. The mood is festive, boisterous, excited, and seemingly unconscerned.
DM JT: there's roughly 30min before Jump time. Although the IA are on Watch, they may move about, eat, talk to passerbys, whatever, etc. Spells can be cast without Concentration Checks (take 10, so-to-speak).
I don't have a map but if it becomes necessary, one will magically show up. :)
Detail any special things you want to do these 30 minutes before the Jump starts and Go ahead and post any prep spells you want to use, long lasting ones and short ones.
You watch point is on the bridge at the South Stair. The toll booths that collect the fees to take the bridge have been removed for this special day and there is no charge for the Jumpers.
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 91 Spells Wednesday April 16th, 2014 11:42:27 PM
Bosk reaches out and grabs a piece of the flying candy. Ah, one of my favorites. Giving a deep laugh he says, I had planned to throw the candy myself, but I suppose this will work just as well. It is better the kids on our block get it any way. He then gives the kid two gold coins for his effort.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Thursday April 17th, 2014 7:31:36 AM
For Katinka, the high tension is broken by Bosk's reaction to the child. "He really is a big softie at heart" she smiles at the thought.
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Thursday April 17th, 2014 11:15:29 AM
Anrete eyes the candy hungrily before remembering his pride as a savage warrior.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 d20+23=24 ; d20+23=33 ; Thursday April 17th, 2014 1:29:29 PM
Restlin notices Anrete eyeing the candy (perception 24), then picks up one piece for each of them. "It's ok. Everyone likes candy."
Other than that, the wizard just tries to enjoy himself. He will do his duty and keep an eye out, of course...
Perception to keep an eye on things: 33 Sense motive is +21 if you feel a secret roll is appropriate.
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] d20+22=24 ; d100+3=42 ; d20+24=38 ; d100+16=36 ; d20+24=44 ; d100+20=60 ; Thursday April 17th, 2014 6:39:44 PM
As time ticks closer, down to within 5 minutes of the jump, Sesha chitters less and focuses more. She casts another goodberry spell, handing out the tiny berries to everyone just in case someone needs magical healing of some sort, then pays more attention to the sphere on the pole. Is it Tuecri in origin? Just a big balloon?
She gains a bit of altitude, enough to see above the heads of the ground level folks and casts a few defensive and utility spells
Cast Message, Goodberry, Barkskin, and Extended Spectral Hand. Permanent See Invisibility.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Thursday April 17th, 2014 8:29:24 PM
As Beri floats along he launches the balls of paper in random directions, trying to add an occasional spin on the paper so it curves though the air as it flies. Suddenly he notices some rainbow colored candy getting mixed in. Hmm, I seem to have become a human pinata. He starts to swirl the candy and colored paper around his torso as if in a mini tornado. After a minute he lets lose, sending the goodies tossed out gently in all directions.
ooc: spell list coming soon... I didn't see any requests for healing spells, so at the moment I'm not planning on including any
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20+21=32 ; Thursday April 17th, 2014 8:37:11 PM
Garret takes a deep breath and places himself with the toll booth at his back. Indeed, there are more people crowding about than he has ever seen before. They are pushing close, but he closes his eyes for a second and is fine. A large smile crosses his face as he looks out into the crowd (Perception: 32).
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells d20+17=18 ; Thursday April 17th, 2014 10:51:08 PM
Bosk enjoys the hard candy, perhaps a little too much. The sweet flavor floods his mouth in an explosion of pineapple and coconut, drowning out his other senses in complete mirth.
Perceotion = 18 (natural 1)
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Thursday April 17th, 2014 11:36:47 PM Bosk is quite the guy when the mishap happens with his candy. Handing two gold coins over in exchange of what candy is left in the bag, the boy hugs Bosk's right leg real tight for a moment before dashing off. Those around that witness the incident, give a good laugh along with the minotaur's.
For most of the people here, this is the closest they've gotten to the IA and are now more impressed and comfortable around them in seeing their good nature.
katinka is one of those too.
Anrete eyes the spilled candy but fights the temptation to swipe some. Meanwhile Bosk has given the kids around permission to gather and keep what they get.
Restlin is quick and on his toes, gathering up enough candy near his feet for each IA member. "It's ok. Everyone likes candy." He hands a pretty pink piece to Anrete.
Beri has fun with the kids' games and plays along with them, even given special twists to the wads of paper and twirling streamers. Such a game, on any other day, would look incredibly silly, but today? It is just pure fun.
At the bridge, the IA take up their position and start watching for... well, for anything, which is very hard to do.
Garret puts his back against the side of an empty toll both and closes his eyes to calm himself from the swirling masses.
Sesha begins her spell preparations as well as the others, timing them just right. She wonders if that sphere and pole are of Teucri origin. She catches enough bits of conversation as the time passes to understand that it is not of Teucri origin. It is in fact the Count-Down clock to the Jump. She sees the numbers 0 through 9 along the pole, 9 being at the top. She hears a mother tell her kid that when the ball hits the bottom then they all jump up three times together.
Fifteen minutes to go and the bridge is about as packed as a sardine can. How anyone can jump in that crowd is anyone's guess, but it will happen nonetheless. Restlin's and Garret's sharp eyes catch something odd. Restlin and Garret: Highlight to display spoiler: {You recognize the animal trainer from Mister Mestophale's Menagerie speaking to another man near the toll booth. The animal trainer hands a bag to the man who snatches it quickly and tucks it into his shirt.}
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Friday April 18th, 2014 7:28:42 PM
Garret nods to Anrete to get his attention, then moves the short distance to the two men. He calls out to one of them, "Hey, aren't you Dofin, from down at the menagerie?"
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Friday April 18th, 2014 10:09:03 PM
The man addressed by Garret looks started and answers, "Dofin? No, he's the... I know you, you was with that group that was investigating the Spinosaurus incident."
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Friday April 18th, 2014 10:41:23 PM
Anrete grunts as he follows the halfling - he shivers with excitement at the prospect of a fight.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+26=40 ; Saturday April 19th, 2014 12:58:47 AM
Tink watches curiously as Anrete and Garret leave the group. Could something be amiss already?
Perception: 40
------------------ Spells in effect: Arcane Sight Darkvision See Invisibility Overland Flight Detect Scrying Misdirection Mage Armor
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Saturday April 19th, 2014 1:53:09 PM
Restlin watches the transaction, then sees Garret heading off. The wizard hangs back, waiting to see how it pans out.
He'll fill anyone who missed the transaction in on what happened.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Sunday April 20th, 2014 7:37:54 PM
Garret looks over at the second man as he replies, "Oh, yes, yes, that was us. Weren't you both down there at the time?"
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells Sunday April 20th, 2014 11:58:24 PM
Bosk watches with confusion as the others move about. ooc: Are the men on the bridge?
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Monday April 21st, 2014 3:36:31 PM
DM JT to Bosk: The two are near the tollbooth. Specifically, the tollboths are at the bottom of the stairs. The two are only a few feet (ie. 1 square) away to the side, off the stairs. Garret and Restlin, looking down, were able to pick them out despite the crowd because of their vantage point at the top.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Monday April 21st, 2014 3:49:35 PM
The animal trainer recovers from his startlement, "Oh, no. Just me. By the way, what did you find out? How did Big Bertha get out? We keep a tight lock on things here at Mistophalles Menagerie. Never an incident before this, well, not so drastic anyway. Little harmless critters don't count, hehe."
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Monday April 21st, 2014 5:18:22 PM
ooc: holiday crazies, post after work.
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells Monday April 21st, 2014 6:57:39 PM
Bosk quickly gauges the distance between himself and the tollbooth to see if he needs to start heading down now, or if he can stay in the bridge and use dimension door to teleport down in needed (just over 600ft range).
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Monday April 21st, 2014 7:26:20 PM
Beri flies around, not having seen anything unusual. He follows Bosk to where he is having a conversation with the animal trainer, though he is unable to communicate.
spell list 0 (4)- Detect Magic, Light, Create Water, stabilize 1 (6)- *Elf Vision, Faerie Firex2, Entangle, cure light wounds x3 2 (6)- *Faerie Fire, Fog Cloud, Soften Earth and Stone, Warp Wood, spider climb, Flaming Sphere, restoration lesser 3 (5)- *Glibness, Sleet Storm, quench, Greater Magic Fang, wind wall, stone shape, Cure Moderate Wounds 4 (5)- *Lesser Planar Ally, dispel magic, cure serious sounds, Freedom of Movement, Air Walk x2 5 (3)- *Awaken, Animal Growth, Cure Critical Wounds, Baleful Polymorph 6 (2)- *Legend Lore , Antilife Shell, Dispel Magic, Greater Spells with * are Fey domain spells (and not included in spell counts)
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20+13=24 ; d20+21=40 ; Monday April 21st, 2014 7:48:52 PM
Garret tries to keep up the conversation, trying to tell if the two are hiding anything (Sense Motive: 24). As he talks, he continues to look around and see if there are others watching them, or anyone acting suspicious at the moment (Perception: 40). He also looks over to see if he can see the "package" that was passed, or if the fellow is trying to hide it.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Monday April 21st, 2014 10:16:36 PM
Restlin's getting anxious, but keeps up his happy face. Garret doesn't look to be in trouble, so he continues to hang back.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Monday April 21st, 2014 11:21:19 PM
OOC: Post as you guys n gals can. If not directly involved in the current chit-chat at the toolbooth, be creative and I'll play along. :)
Anrete sees Garret head down the stairs and follows. They meet up with someone who looks like the animal trainer. He shivers with excitement at the prospect of a fight.
With the animal trainer? Someone else? He don't care. :)
Katinka watches the two, ready for anything, but so soon?
Bosk also notices the party spliting up. When he sees Garret and Anrete meet up with the animal trainer, he weighs his options. A whole minute to get down the stairs due to his size and going against the flow of traffic, or dimension door down there. By far the quickest is Dimension Door. So does he leave his post now and make it down there in a minute or does he remain patient, knowing he can zap himself down there in mere seconds if need be?
Beri remains vigilant, floating around. However, he resolves to follow Bosk if the minotaur cleric decidies to go down.
Restlin keeps a happy fance as dozens and dozens of people file by despite his apprehension.
Sesha, all spelled up and ready to go, watches over the crowds as well.
Garrettries to keep up the conversation, trying to tell if the two are hiding anything. (Sense Motive: 24). DM JT: as per the Sense Motive description, Garret will need to keep chit-chatting, or 'grilling' the animal trainer for a minute to get a true fealing of what he is looking for. However, the roll is only once.
As Garret tries to buy some time, he looks around for his friends. Anrete is breathing down his neck so his back is definitively covered. For now, the others can't be seen due to the crowds and the slope of the stairs upwards. He does see Beri peek over the crowds, so he knows the others are keeping apar with what's going on.
Secret DM roll: Highlight to display spoiler: {Perc on Garret from Person of Interest: 18.} DM JT note: roll deleted to maintain 'fog of war', so to speak, but in the spoiler if needed. Just don't peek. :)
The other man glares at Garret, then speaks to Mr. Fermino, (the animal trainer), "Mr. Fermino, I must be off. The Jump, you know. No time for pleasantries. See you tomorrow," and turns to leave.
Garret was not able to see any evidence of the bag. It must be well hidden in the festive robes, somewhere.
Mr. Fermino turns to the man and shoots back, "No problem," and turns back to Garret, "Now where we, uhm... oh yes, so what have you found? Business picked up again y'know, but Mr. Mephistophalles is anxious to know what your deductions are. You know, we can't count on you being around all the time, eh?"
DM JT: due to the crowds movement, like a river with a strong current, the man will be whisked away up the stairs by the end of the round. If you want to stop him: Grapple Check DC15 to grasp his arm.
Or follow him: From the air_ Perc 10, with 'Stealth', roll Stealth check and we'll go from there. From the ground_ Dex 15 to dodge the crowds and Perc 15 (to keep him in view)
DM JT Note: basically, it's impossible to follow anyone from the ground using Stealth, as you can easily understand. However, if above the crowd (flying) and wanting to follow inconspicuously, a Stealth check is the way to go.
Katinka notices, as she scans the area, that two Climbers nearby have an unusualy strong aura on them, not like the others out and about.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+26=39 ; d20+19=37 ; Monday April 21st, 2014 11:23:29 PM
Tink pays no further attention to Anrete and Garret's encounter. They seem to have it well in hand. She turns her attention to the rest of the crowd, wary of the predication of the seers (Perception: 39, Sense Motive: 37)
------------------ Spells in effect: Arcane Sight Darkvision See Invisibility Overland Flight Detect Scrying Misdirection Mage Armor
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+20=22 ; d20+20=34 ; Monday April 21st, 2014 11:32:41 PM OOC: Above post made while DM post was being made :)
The auras from the crowd really do test Tink senses, but the two climbers above stand out.
Tink says something in Auran to Beri. "Those two climbers up there have a particularly strong aura to them. I'm going to check on them"
Then to Restlin and Sesha "Something seems off about those two climbers up there. I'm going to go check things out"
She activates her ring of invisibility, then flies towards the climbers to get a better look Sense Motive: 37 - From previous post Spellcraft checks on the auras: 22 + 34 - "Make one check per aura; DC 15 + spell level, or 15 + half caster level for a nonspell effect"
------------------ Spells in effect: Invisibility - As ring. Duration: 3mins Arcane Sight Darkvision See Invisibility Overland Flight Detect Scrying Misdirection Mage Armor
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells Monday April 21st, 2014 11:49:56 PM
ooc: How long to the jump?
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 d20+16=17 ; Tuesday April 22nd, 2014 11:16:41 AM
Anrete steps forward to grab at the man but slipped on a banana peel in his haste.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20+14=24 ; Tuesday April 22nd, 2014 7:22:09 PM
As the other man turns to leave, Garret reaches out and grabs his arm (Grapple: 24), saying, "One moment, if you please. What was your name?"
OOC: Garret is going to try and keep the man there nicely, but if he tries to move and flee, Garret will attempt to more fully grapple him (with Anrete's help).
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Tuesday April 22nd, 2014 7:24:57 PM
Sesha watches Tink sully off, but doesn't follow. She can't turn invisible, and doesnt want to give the halfling away.
There's not much to do, so she grumbles a little.
"Of course, there's a festival and rather than enjoy it we get to make sure no one is breaking rules or trying to kill everyone. Why can't people just be nice? "
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday April 22nd, 2014 7:57:52 PM
Bosk asked How long to the jump?
DM JT: 14.5 min.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 d20+22=32 ; Tuesday April 22nd, 2014 10:04:36 PM
Beri momentarily contemplates following the man, though that would mean splitting up the group. As it turns out Garret stops him and starts talking. Things seem to be getting busier, so the druid takes a moment to scan for any suspicious activity, especially up by the ropes.
perception=32
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells d20+17=26 ; Tuesday April 22nd, 2014 11:23:45 PM
Seeing the others have the situation under control, Bosk stays on the bridge and scans the crowd for other signs of suspicious activity.
Perception = 26
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Tuesday April 22nd, 2014 11:33:28 PM
Restlin nods at Sesha's comments, but notes "if everyone were nice, we'd likely have a much less interesting career."
He uses his ability to see the invisible to keep an eye on Tink.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 12:07:46 AM
With a little over 14 minutes to go, Garret and Anrete engage in idle banter with the animal trainer from Mr. Mephistophalle's Menagerie and another stranger and Katinka's continual Arcane Sight spots magic auras on two Climbers different that the usual weak Cantrip auras on most the others.
While Sesha grumbles about having to 'work' on a Festival Day, Mr. Fermino seems wiling to continue to talk to Garret, mostly curious as to their findings on the mysterious release of the Spinosaurus but Garret seems to ignore his questions on the subject, being more interested in the stranger and the bag he saw the stranger take from Mr. Fermino.
The stranger is not interested in staying and turns to leave. Anrete tries to stop him but in his heavy armor he fails to negotiate the crowds and misses. Garret, closer and nimbler, snags the man's pant leg and asks "One moment, if you please. What was your name?"
The man turns back and sees the halfling's grasp on his pant leg. "Beg pardon, Sir, but I don't have time for this banter. The Jump is only moments away. I didn't say my name but if you must, my name is Artemus. Now please let me go," he says rather gruffly.
Garret and Anrete notice an embroidered badge on the man's clothing.
Knowledge Local DC15 for Garret and Anrete Highlight to display spoiler: {The man's clothing sports an embroidered badge of the Treasury.}
If this badge is described to Restlin, Beri, or Bosk, they'll know and can read the spoiler.
Perception DC30 reveals:Highlight to display spoiler: {Artemus is not only agitated at Garret's impetuousness, but nervous as well.}
Mr. Fermino puts a hand on Garret's shoulder, "He's a friend. What's the matter? Surely you don't suspect him of setting Big Bertha free?" Secret DM roll: Highlight to display spoiler: { Fermino trying to beat Garret's Sense Motive: 19} DM JT note: roll deleted to maintain 'fog of war', so to speak, but in the spoiler if needed. Just don't peek. :)
Katinka quickly alerts Restlin, Beri, and Sesha of the unusual magical aura on the two Climbers nearby. She then activates her Ring of Invis and flies up to get a closer look at the two.
Inspector Aulander is quick to Restlin's side. "A Security Mage just informed me that little one of yours just flew up, invisibly, to the cables over there," he points. "Did she see something?"
The others remain vigilant as the clock ticks by ever so slooooooowly. :)
The two Climbers don't seem to be doing anything different than any of the others. Checking the cables and such.
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 d20+16=19 ; Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 9:48:40 AM
Anrete did not notice anything suspicious and shrugs as he let Garret takes the lead.
-------------------------------- Perception: 19
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20=16 ; d20+21=35 ; Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 3:37:32 PM
As the man turns from Garret, Garret looks over and spots the badge (Knowledge: 16). He says, "Artemus, is it?" He looks Artemus up and down and continues, "Where are you off to in such a hurry? It seems you are trying to get away from the bridge while everyone else seems to be headed towards it. Why is that? It wouldn't happen to be because of that small 'package' there, now would it?" (Perception: 35). He turns back to Fermino and continues, "What might have been in that package there, Mr. Fermino?"
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) d20+10=27 ; Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 7:11:13 PM
Artemus, still glaring at the hafling, replies "What's in it is my business. City business, really. And you don't have permission to know. And I don't like all these crowds and all this noise! So let me go! I don't wan't to be carrying this 'package' in this crowd!"
He tries to break free: Garret needs a Grapple Check DC15 to maintain his grasp.
Mr. Fermino tries to speak in Garret's hear so he doesn't have to shout over the crow noise. "It's the rental fee for the leased space at the Marble Causeway! We didn't get around to paying it yesterday, with all the ruccus going on."
Secret DM roll: Highlight to display spoiler: { Fermino trying to beat Garret's Sense Motive: 27} DM JT note: roll deleted to maintain 'fog of war', so to speak, but in the spoiler if needed. Just don't peek. :)
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 7:46:27 PM
Garret lets the man go and says, "Please excuse me, good sir, you know how tense things can be around here right now. I am quite sorry!"
He lets the man go.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 9:30:35 PM
Beri nods and flies up in the direction that Tink pointed. If told or given an obvious signal Beri will cast Dispel Magic on the closest one of them. Otherwise he will just do some acrobatics in the air and try to look like he's just showing off instead of watching the two climbers.
spell list 0 (4)- Detect Magic, Light, Create Water, stabilize 1 (6)- *Elf Vision, Faerie Firex2, Entangle, cure light wounds x3 2 (6)- *Faerie Fire, Fog Cloud, Soften Earth and Stone, Warp Wood, spider climb, Flaming Sphere, restoration lesser 3 (5)- *Glibness, Sleet Storm, quench, Greater Magic Fang, wind wall, stone shape, Cure Moderate Wounds 4 (5)- *Lesser Planar Ally, dispel magic, cure serious sounds, Freedom of Movement, Air Walk x2 5 (3)- *Awaken, Animal Growth, Cure Critical Wounds, Baleful Polymorph 6 (2)- *Legend Lore , Antilife Shell, Dispel Magic, Greater Spells with * are Fey domain spells (and not included in spell counts)
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+26=43 ; d20+19=23 ; d20+36=50 ; Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 9:50:29 PM
Tink stealthily moves closer to the climbers. She tries to get a handle on the types of auras she can see on the pair of them. Based on the discussion with the previous climber she met, she's hoping these two don't have an aura of enchantment to them.
She tries to carefully watch what they are doing, and to overhear any conversation they may be having.
Perception: 43 Sense Motive: 23 Stealth: 50 + Invis + Hide in Plain Sight. Even if someone can see invis they need to make a DC50 Perc check to see Tink. Spellcraft checks on the auras from previous post: 22 + 34 - "Make one check per aura; DC 15 + spell level, or 15 + half caster level for a nonspell effect"
------------------ Spells in effect: Invisibility - As ring. Duration: 3mins Arcane Sight Darkvision See Invisibility Overland Flight Detect Scrying Misdirection Mage Armor
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday April 23rd, 2014 11:34:54 PM Garret apologizes to the treasury man and lets him go. In seconds he's lost in the crowd.
Katinka, after taking off, decides to use some stealth. The Security Mages that have been scanning for such things as invisible, enchantment, or other spell on the 'Watch' list, loose 'sight' of Katinka, as she skillfully makes herself more invisible than simply invisible.
Now much closer to the Climbers, she negotiates the cables with care and confirms her fears, they both exude an aura of Domination.
Beri tries to be inconspicuous as he flies upwards where Katinka pointed. He pretends he is just doing some celebratory acrobatics.
Meanwhile, the others keep an anxious watch over the area. Two potential areas split their attention. The Climbers some 50' up in the cables and the animal trainer and treasury official at the bottom of the stairs.
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] d100=67 ; Thursday April 24th, 2014 3:13:43 AM
Sesha pokes Restlin.
"I feel like I should be doing something. But I dont want to give Tink away, not that I can see her anymore anyways. Where did she manage to go off to anyhow?"
The little witch fidgets, then casts a guidance spell to calm her nerves. It won't last long, but at least if something comes up she might have just that much more presence of mind,
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Thursday April 24th, 2014 4:09:19 AM "Uh-oh..." The realisation that an enchantment aura - or spell - is already in effect is bad. Very bad.
Tink casts a message cantrip and targets each person in the party. She whispers: "These two climbers have an enchantment aura to them. I think someone has cast a dominate spell on them. Their actions can be telepathically controlled. If I reveal myself or dispel the magic, the controller will be aware and we may lose them. Does anyone nearby have a similar aura? They may be the controller"
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 d20+16=17 ; Thursday April 24th, 2014 10:16:30 AM
Anrete stabs at a chunk of unidentified meat and place it in his mouth as he watch the show.
-------------------------------------- Perception:17 nat 1 again :(
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells d20+17=24 ; Thursday April 24th, 2014 2:46:24 PM
Bosk continues to keep is eye out from trouble and saves the Iron Adventurer's spot on the bridge. He is curious about the events going on around him, but from the groups last encounter he knows his large size makes him the last person that should be chasing people among the cables, and a charging minotaur running through a crowd is one of the least diplomatic ways to get information and keep people calm, so he continues to wait and watch.
Upon receiving Tink's message, the horned cleric quickly relays the information to one of the near by guards.
Perception = 24 ooc: Sorry about the missed turn. I could have sworn I posted.
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Thursday April 24th, 2014 6:31:19 PM
Sesha quips back, through the message spell.
"Are you certain it isn't just magic that helps them climb better? If you think for sure it's the bad kind of magic, I think it's worth dispelling and making the enchanters come out of hiding."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20+13=25 ; d20+21=33 ; Thursday April 24th, 2014 6:51:59 PM
Garret thanks the animal trainer and excuses himself, heading back to the action, but checking the man out one more time (Sense Motive: 25, Perception: 33). When he receives the message about the climbers, he looks up towards them and points them out to the oblivious Anrete.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Thursday April 24th, 2014 9:36:20 PM
Restlin, busy enjoying the festivities, comes back to reality at Sesha's insistence. "We are doing something, dear. We're maintaining a position that allows us to keep an eye on both groups of our compatriots while making sure our presence is maintained with those that rely on us for protection."
He'll whisper back to Tink, "there's a big jump between an enchantment aura and assuming they've been dominated. Do you have any tricks to learn more about what's going on with them?"
***
Sorry about missing yesterday. I was at a GIS User conference in Memphis & time just got away from me.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Thursday April 24th, 2014 10:03:20 PM
Beri flies up, continuing to do archs and flips, until he is close enough to reach a climber, then casts Dispel Magic on the closest one.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Friday April 25th, 2014 12:16:30 AM Katinka casts Message spell and relays to her friends that she believes the two are Dominated. She's afraid to try to dispel it and give her position away to the Controler.
She looks around for tthe possible Controler, believing he/she/it/they would have the same kind of magical aura. She sees none within her viewing range.
Sesha believes she should be doing something but doesn't want to give Katinka's actions away to whomever may be watching. Upon receiving Katinka's message, she suggests dispelling any enchantment spells on the Climbers so to draw out the culprints.
Anrete is so overwhelmed by the mob of people he has difficulty focusing. A food vendor passes by and he snatches up the last thing left in the man's tray. Glad to be rid of that last bit, the vendor tosses the tray and hussles up the stairs not even bothering to take Anrete's coin.
DM JT to Anrete: hey, get rid of those N1s now, eh?
Bosk wisely stays put. No point in dashing about hither and yonder, yet. When he recieves Tinka's message, he turns to Aulander who is standing next to him, waiting to get a report on Tinka's invisibility antinks and tells him what she's found.
Aulander's eyebrows rise and is off in a split second heading to the Security Mage's to report on the findings.
Restlin conforts Sesha in that they are doing something, even if they aren't 'doing' something, just by being the anchor point between the two investigations. He whispers back, asking Katinka to confirm the nature of the enchantments on the two.
Katinka's Arcane Sight confirms the Enchantment School and the strength is equivalent to a level 5 spell. A Knowledge Arcana DC25 will confirm what the exact enchantment is.
Garret bids Mr. Mephistophale's animal training farewell but gives him a last look-over.
Garret leaves with the notion that the man was not entirely on the up-and-up. The animal trainer is very glib but the hafling monk gets an uneasy feeling that there was more to the whole thing than what they were told.
Beri gets Katinka's message and decides to try to dispel the enchantment himself.
Dispel Magic: two ways to do it. A general dispel which targets any/all spell effects, starting with the highest spell level and going down until one is dispelled, or targeting a specific spell effect. What you need: A) Dispel Check: d20+ caser level B) Name the specific spell to target, Knowledge Arcana DC25
If you are just shooting in the dark, your Dispel Check will dispel the highest level spell your roll can beat. It may be the one you want, it may not be.
Otherwise, roll your Knowledge spell to know the specific one to target, then your Dispel Check vs the DC of the spell, which I'll let you know after you decide which way to go. :)
The Climbers seem to be going about their business. At this point, their behavior seems in line with the others, that is, inspecting the cables, since it is common for some to snap during the Jump event.
Mr. Fermino quickly vanishes into the crowd.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+20=25 ; d20+11=27 ; Friday April 25th, 2014 8:33:01 AM Spellcraft check vs DC25: 25 = Pass.... just
Katinka casts a message again to the group "It's quite a powerful spell to cast on two average climbers" Assuming Tink knows the name of the spell from her spellcraft check she will pass the knowledge on "I only have one dispel prepared today. If you want me to try and dispel one at the same time as you Beri, give me a message back with a count of 5. Hmm... I'm not sure if they will be disoriented or not. Best someone be prepared to catch them if they fall. Just in case."
Dispel check if required: 27
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 d20+16=29 ; Friday April 25th, 2014 1:17:09 PM
Anrete continues watching the climbers.
Perception; 29
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Friday April 25th, 2014 1:46:46 PM Katinka is confident that the spell on the two Climbers that has an aura greater than one would expect is Dominate Person and passes that information along to the others. She asks if she should expend the one Dispel Magic spell she has prepared.
DM JT: I'll use that roll if the decision of the group is to try to dispel them.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Friday April 25th, 2014 6:37:08 PM
Garret watches the two men walk away as he says to Anrete, "Remember those faces, I think there's something going on there."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Friday April 25th, 2014 9:01:06 PM
Restlin ponders. "No, Tink. No tampering with magics on them yet. Inspector Auslander is aware you've spotted them and is on his way to fetch help. We're here to keep watch, and that's what we've done. If there's no action 5 minutes before the ball here drops, I'll officially change my mind. Let's give Hook City proper time to respond in the meantime."
He looks at Sesha, trying to gauge whether or not the witch agrees.
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells d20+17=24 ; Friday April 25th, 2014 9:44:26 PM
Bosk continues holding the groups place on the bridge and looking out for danger.
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Sunday April 27th, 2014 7:34:52 PM
Sesha shakes her head at Restlin.
"Dispelling it probably isn't the best option. Before the drop I'll put them to sleep. Their rigging will catch them, and if not I'll feather fall their descent. If we dispel the enchantment the caster will know it was dispelled and can rescast. If we incapacitate the climbers the only way she's waking them up is to show herself directly."
Sesha shrugs.
"A dominate spell like that uses a lot of magical power. Obviously these two are lynchpins in a plan that Jantierri's divination said could be muddled. If I could do it I'd turn em invisible too. Sleep is the best I've got short of knocking them out with a broomstick. I can't cast warding spells like Protection from Evil, but if someone else can, I think it disrupts the charm without dispelling the spell. "
DM JT: fixed the itallics
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 d20+6=19 ; Sunday April 27th, 2014 11:30:59 PM
Going off of Katink's message, Beri does not attempt to pick out the spell but instead will just attempt to disable the most powerful spell.
dispel=19 (aid another might be helpful ;) )
spell list 0 (4)- Detect Magic, Light, Create Water, stabilize 1 (6)- *Elf Vision, Faerie Firex2, Entangle, cure light wounds x3 2 (6)- *Faerie Fire, Fog Cloud, Soften Earth and Stone, Warp Wood, spider climb, Flaming Sphere, restoration lesser 3 (5)- *Glibness, Sleet Storm, quench, Greater Magic Fang, wind wall, stone shape, Cure Moderate Wounds 4 (5)- *Lesser Planar Ally, dispel magic, cure serious sounds, Freedom of Movement, Air Walk x2 5 (3)- *Awaken, Animal Growth, Cure Critical Wounds, Baleful Polymorph 6 (2)- *Legend Lore , Antilife Shell, Dispel Magic, Greater Spells with * are Fey domain spells (and not included in spell counts)
ooc: on an abnormal schedule for the next week, but I'll try to post at my normal time
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Monday April 28th, 2014 8:15:13 AM OOC: Did Beri give Tink a 5 count? Based on the message she got back from Restlin she likely won't cast anything. The reason I was asking for a 5 count was to put it in the next round (ie: Rnd 1 Cast Message. Rnd 2 cast Dispel). She would instead cast another message to tell Beri to hold his horses. Just trying to make sure we either both cast at the same time or not at all :)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Monday April 28th, 2014 3:38:44 PM
Restlin nods to Sesha, "aye, but I'd still rather that domination be dispelled than not if your sleep spell fails. I have protection from evil, but I'd need to touch them, and even then there's still a better than not chance they'd still be dominated.
"or, this could be a total red herring. Guess we'll know soon!"
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20+21=38 ; Monday April 28th, 2014 5:11:39 PM
Garret continues to scan the crowd, wondering what he missed with that conversation. (Perception: 38).
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Monday April 28th, 2014 7:34:40 PM
ooc: sorry, I meant to say that if given the signal that's what I was doing. I am not initiating our response.
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Monday April 28th, 2014 9:33:19 PM
Everything said thus far floats over the barbarian's head as Anrete bite another chunk from his drumstick.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Monday April 28th, 2014 9:53:44 PM Garret and Anrete head back up to the top of the stairs. Garret manages to tell Anrete "Remember those faces, I think there's something going on there," despite the noisy crowd.
At the top of the stairs the two find that Katinka is gone and Beri is floating up near the bottom layer of cables doing flips and pirouettes.
Restlin is busy conferring with Katinka and Sesha but Garret and Anrete get the update from Bosk.
It appears that Katinka has figured out that two Climbers nearby are enspelled with the Dominate Person spell, which she points out is pretty high in power. A short debate is going on as to how to deal with this, dispel it or leave it? Sesha has an idea of maybe how they could be put out of action without alerting the culprit by using a Sleep spell and Feather Fall if necessary, and she awaits word from Resltin for the 'Go Ahead'.
Beri gets his dispel ready but wisely waits for the 'go ahead' word as well. It is critical that both are dealt with at the same time or all their plans may be in vain.
Restlin bids that they hold off on their spell casting for now and let Inspector Aulander try handling the situation first. The IA are doing their job in keeping watch, let the inspector deal with what they find. He conveys that if nothing has happened by 5 minutes to Drop time, then he'll change his mind.
At least, for now, they have a plan that could work. If put to sleep, they would fall, as none are tethered. The nature of the cable webbing pretty much prohibits any tethers unless they are actually doing repair work. Right now they are simply going up and down a cable here and there, looking up and down as if searching for something. These two are behaving as all the others are. Perhaps other things completely unrelated are at work here, Restlin poses.
Meanwhile, Inspector Aulander has met up with a Senior Security Mage. Unseen by the IA, a deep discussion ensues. If the IA could witness it, they probably would recognize much of what they just had gone through, a debate on how best to deal with the two. And if there are two, could there be more?
Several other Security Mages are called over and join in the planning discussion and time passes so slowly but by 4 minutes later (10 minutes before Drop Time), the inspector returns to the IA's position.
Inspector Aulander has not lost his air of business and briskly informs the IA that two Security Mages and a couple of the Flying Security Guards will be in position by now to remove the enchantment from the two. By his demeanor, one would think that this was just another exercise in an ordinary busy day.
It happened so fast that no one down bellow really noticed what happened except for the IA, who knew where to look. The two Climbers lost their grip due to their momentarily disorientation from being freed from the domination link that they began to slip. The Flying Security Guards quickly swooped in and snatched them up and carried them to a tent at the base of the stairs.
Inspector Aulander silently motions the IA to follow him and in a couple more minutes they are in the tent facing the two Climbers, who look rather bewildered.
DM JT: the DM graciously allows the IA to start the questioning, if they want. :)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Tuesday April 29th, 2014 8:36:14 AM
Restlin blinks in amazement. The bureaucracy of Hook City moved quickly and took care of a potentially dangerous situation gracefully and in an ideal manner. He makes a note to not underestimate the Inspector's abilities in the future. On the way into the tent, he lightly elbows Sesha & gives her his best "see, I was right!" face. Upon reaching the entrance, he addresses Anrete, "it's very important that no one gets in here. Feel free to stand outside and intimidate anyone who tries getting too close!"
Inside, he turns to Aulander. "Excellent handling of the situation, Inspector. Thanks for being so attentive to Tink's concerns." Then, he turns towards the climbers with a warm smile. "Well met, friends. I hope we didn't rattle you too much, but something is amiss today and time is very, very short. You appear to have fallen victim to some sort of enchantment. If you could tell us what you remember from the last week or so, especially anything you were about to do up in the cables."
He wastes no time detecting magic or further enchantments on the two, trusting Tink and Sesha much more than himself when it comes to enchantments.
***
Sense motive is +21 if you want to roll for me.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+36=50 ; d20+26=37 ; d20+19=20 ; Tuesday April 29th, 2014 10:02:06 AM "I'm going to stay out here and keep an eye on the crowd. If someone wants to disturb the festivities they will likely have a backup plan" the ever suspicious Tink messages to the group. She doesn't have the same tact that Restlin possesses. No, her abilities are best suited to scouting.
Tink hovers outside the tent. She keeps her invisibility renewed via her ring, and in conjunction with her hide-in-plain sight ability, she becomes near undetectable. (Stealth: 50 + 40 for stationary and invisible + Hide in plain sight)
She eyes everyone in the crowd with scrutiny, and keeps her ears open for any gossip or news that may be helpful (Perception: 37. Sense Motive: 20)
------------------ Spells in effect: Invisibility - As ring. Duration: 3mins Arcane Sight Darkvision See Invisibility Overland Flight Detect Scrying Misdirection Mage Armor
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Tuesday April 29th, 2014 7:26:36 PM
Garret agrees with Katina and stands guard outside with Anrete. He grabs a meat on a stick from a passing vendor and offers some to Anrete.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Tuesday April 29th, 2014 7:42:28 PM
Beriothian flies into the tent with the others. Ask them to start with whether they know who cast the spell on them, or what they looked like.
ooc: How long do we have before the jump at this point? Trying to decide about changing forms to talk in person.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday April 29th, 2014 11:26:02 PM
DM JT OOC: You have 9 minutes before Jump. :)
DM JT IC: The IA troop down the stairs, following the inspector, to a tent set up at the bottom of the stairs. There is another tent, next to it, that is a bit larger and there are two priests standing outside. Knowledge Religion DC5 or Intelligence Check DC10: Highlight to display spoiler: { The tent appears to be a Medical Tent.}
Arriving at the tent, Restlin is amazed at the speed the notoriously slow bureaucracy of Hook City reacted to the situation and makes note not to underestimate the inspector in future dealings.
Wisdom Check DC15 Highlight to display spoiler: {When Power is centralized into One, much can be done and quickly. Hook City's namesake is at stake here and the Inspector has been given carte-blanch to do what is necessary to insure a successful Jump Day.}
Restlin nudges Sesha with a "see, I was right!" face and asks Anrete to stay outside and make sure there are no interruptions.
Katinka offers to stay outside, super invisible, and keep an eye out for whomever may be the culprit, as they/its/thems surely have a backup plan, she surmises.
Garret does the same and, with 9 minutes to go to Drop Time, he grabs a Chicken-Fried-Bacon-on-a-stick and offers Anrete one too.
Beri suggests to start the water bor... er, interrogations with whether they know who cast the spell on them, or what they looked like.
Restlin starts with words of praise to Inspector Aulander, who seems not to listen but stares intently at the two Climbers. Maybe that was a grunt of acknowledgement overheard above the din from outside?
Then the mage goes into the questioning: Well met, friends. I hope we didn't rattle you too much, but something is amiss today and time is very, very short. You appear to have fallen victim to some sort of enchantment. If you could tell us what you remember from the last week or so, especially anything you were about to do up in the cables."
One of the Climbers starts out, "I can't believe she led us to do that..." but the other buts in, "We didn't DO anything. We were just asked not to look a certain cables. That's all. She came to us earlier this week, day before Festival Week started. It's all a blur... she wore a cloak, I think I saw her face but I don't recall really actually seeing her face. She asked us to ignore the inspection of certain cables and it seemed such a reasonable request..."
One of the guards hands over a pouch. It jingles with coins. Inspector Aulander dumps the contents on a desk and 50 platinum coins dance on the desk. A playing card flutters down and rests, face down. upon the pile of platinum.
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Wednesday April 30th, 2014 12:15:13 AM
Sesha frowns.
"Before festival week. Same as the others..."
Sesha examines the card, without picking it up, for magical auras.
"Don't touch the card. I've been blown up just for reading a harmless note. I hate that spell."
If it seems magic free, she will let someone pick it up.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+1=2 ; d20+26=30 ; Wednesday April 30th, 2014 2:21:35 AM Knowl Religion check. Auto-pass. Wis check vs DC15: 2 = Fail
Katinka keeps her eyes open for anyone familiar. The "witness" from the cage opening, the climber from the day before. Even the Inspector. If there is something strange going on here, she wants to know what it is. (Perception: 30)
She maintains her hidden, silent vigil outside above the tent.
------------------ Spells in effect: Invisibility - As ring. Duration: 3mins Arcane Sight Darkvision See Invisibility Overland Flight Detect Scrying Misdirection Mage Armor
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 d20+1=18 ; d20+2=7 ; Wednesday April 30th, 2014 11:22:25 AM
Anrete crosses his arm as he stand guard, looking savagely at random strangers.
---------------------------------------------- Int 18 passed wis 7 failed
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Wednesday April 30th, 2014 12:59:16 PM
Garret munches on the chicken-and-bacon on a stick and says, through a full mouth, "mmf...I like meat on a stick."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 d20+3=19 ; d20+23=34 ; Wednesday April 30th, 2014 2:32:44 PM
If Sesha allows, Restlin inspects the card, though he imagines it matches the last one they found. "Interesting that she leaves a calling card."
Perception: 34 - Anything unusual about that card?
He turns back to the climbers. "These cables you weren't to inspect, they need to be inspected quickly, but I don't think you two should be the ones to do it. Who knows what other fail-safes she put on you two. We have what, 10 minutes before the jump? Probably less? Is there some kind of...naming convention or coordinate system other climbers would understand to indicate what cables need to be looked at?"
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 d20+1=8 ; d20+8=24 ; Wednesday April 30th, 2014 7:46:58 PM
Beri looks at the pouch in confusion. Why would they pay these guys if they were under a spell? Do you think it was to incriminate these people so they wouldn't look for her?
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Wednesday April 30th, 2014 10:17:41 PM
"Climbers take what they do very seriously. Remember Beltrin? Mr. 'for once I agree with Restlin?' Those brands on his cheeks were for using his position as climber to rob folks. I imagine that most climbers who were in this situation and failed to prevent a collapse of the bridge for this chump change would take drastic measures..."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Wednesday April 30th, 2014 10:48:30 PM OOC: Lol at Sesha! :)
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday April 30th, 2014 11:22:53 PM Sesha warns not to touch the card, in case it has an explosive spell on it. She does not detect any magic on it. If Sesha allows Restlin to inspect the card: Highlight to display spoiler: { It is the Queen of Diamonds and could be out of the same deck as the other card. It is at least as new and with the same back design.}
Katinka keeps a vigil watch. So far she sees nothing out of the ordinary, nor anyone she recognizes. All the Tower Square folk are up on the bridge and out of sight.
Anrete keeps any curious folk, mostly tipsy, well away from the tent by posing as a mean ol' barbarian with an 'axe to grind'.
Garret finds his new passion, meat-on-a-stick. Now, to get Anrete to learn how to use 'sticks' instead of just dumping 'whatever' in a pot.
Restlin finds it interesting that this cloaked woman uses calling cards. He brings up the urgent need to inspect the cables the Climbers were 'encouraged' to ignore.
The Inspector concurs and explains, "The cabling on the bridge is divided into cubic zones, each one with a coded number. Each zone is marked off and the Climbers know what to look for. Teams of Climbers are assigned a zone, usually for life. So the zone these two were in would be where to start."
At that, he sends Sgt. Capon out to commandeer the Climber Team from that zone and the ones next to it to go over every inch of those cables.
Knowledge Local DC15: Highlight to display spoiler: {One of the requirements of becoming a Climber is to be able to cast Mending.}
Beri asks a curious question related to the coins. 'Why would they pay these guys if they were under a spell? Do you think it was to incriminate these people so they wouldn't look for her?"
Sesha shrugs, "Fiscally reliable anarchists?"
DM JT comment: this comment should go down as classic! LOL
Inspector Aulander glares at the Climbers, "WELL?"
The talkative one stutters "We get paid in Chits. She pays in coins. And promised a lot of coins."
Knowledge Local DC15:Highlight to display spoiler: {The Climbers are a highly skilled lot with their own Union and are payed very well indeed (another reason for the high cost to run a business on the bridge or even to use it to walk across. But paid in Chits.}
Restlin has a good take on the reason for the coin (and gets a +5 on the above Knowledge check if needed).
SO, after the first round of water boa...er, interrogation, the IA have discovered that there are probably an unknown number of cables in a certain section that may be compromised. They also discover a link between the event at the Stegosaurus cage and here. And, they discover a link with the elusive group from the day before and the dominated Climbers.
But no time to sit in an armchair and smoke a pipe to put all these together. Some quick thinking is in order if the IA are to stop what appears to be the bad portents from being bad.
DM JT: continue any more questioning. Every one is welcome to chime in. Even those outside.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Thursday May 1st, 2014 8:15:52 AM
OOC: Restlin cannot fail any of those checks.
"Different card, maybe the same deck. Certainly the same type of deck. Calling cards like this are for narcissists. She probably thinks very highly of herself, which is in our favor."
Restlin is concerned about the fate of these two climbers. "Dominate person is a powerful spell. No one here would be immune to it." He realizes he has little say in their outcomes, but hopes to at least cool Aulander's jets a bit. He then realizes why they were paid in coin. "Wait, if each climber team has a set area to maintain, and the area these two were responsible for collapsed, all the chits in the world would be useless to them. They're worthless outside of Hook City, and this would be the last place they'd want to be if their cables snapped."
He watches Capon go out to take care of the inspection. He knows the Seregant is a capable person, but still...
"Excuse me one moment," he says before rushing outside. Once there, he squats down and in a hushed voice calls for Tink. Once he's aware she's listening, he'll explain what's going on, what Capon's off to do, and will suggest she keep an eye on things. "You're small and sneaky enough to get close, and Wardd knows you don't miss anything." With that, he heads back inside.
"How long will it take a new set of climbers to reach and inspect those cables? Does anyone here have the authority to delay the jump if necessary? Delaying it would be tragic, of course, but not nearly as tragic as the cables failing."
One more question for the climbers, one he's sure Sesha's wondering herself. "This person who offered the coin, did she have dark skin, by any chance? Like my friend's here?" He gestures to Sesha.
Bosk (ADM Carl subbing while James moves) Thursday May 1st, 2014 8:34:52 AM
Bosk listens silently, trying to gauge whether or not these two are being honest. His ever-present need to ensure justice is served tempered somewhat by the mind-control magics the two were exposed to.
Sense motive is +5.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Thursday May 1st, 2014 7:28:36 PM
Beri considers how best they can prevent the machinations of this unknown person from succeeding. Would you be able to point out the specific cables to us? We may still have time to reverse whatever they did wrong.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Thursday May 1st, 2014 8:24:13 PM
Garret listens in to the conversation inside the tent, but is quickly distracted by a different kind of meat on a stick that he hasn't seen before. "Here, good sir, what's the cost of that one? It does look good. Anrete, you want to try some?"
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Thursday May 1st, 2014 11:26:42 PM
The interrogation continues... Restlin is concerned about the fate of the two Climbers. Was it their fault they failed to fight off the spell and thus had no full control of their actions? He'll have to trust the authorities on that issue.
He hopes that the cloaked lady leaving a calling card is a sign of overconfidence and surmises that the reason for coin payment was for their use outside Hook City, only place they'd be able to live if something happened to the bridge.
He steps outside for a moment and confers with Katinka, asking her to follow Sgt. Capon and using her good eyes to keep watch on things in the cabling, as she doesn't miss anything.
Back inside he asks another question that nags him, and probably Sesha as well, This person who offered the coin, did she have dark skin, by any chance? Like my friend's here?" He gestures to Sesha.
"No My Lords," they answer quickly.
Beri asks "Would you be able to point out the specific cables to us?
"Not precisely, as we were not watching," the talkative one answers.
Inspector Aulander nods. "At this point, it would take more time to have them return to the cables and look for any damaged ones. Sergeant Capon will have quicker results with the Climbers already there. Depending on what they find, and how many, it doesn't take long to repair a cable, specially with several working together. If we have to delay the Drop by a few minutes, no one will really notice. More than 10 minutes and people with those magical timing gizmos will start to wonder what's going on. But I don't want to start a panic and announce a hold on the Drop. A panic at this time could be worse than what the portents suggest. Perhaps it is a mass panic the portents point to?" the inspector answers the IA's concern.
Garret sees an odd meat-on-a-stick and asks how much. This particular 'dish' cost a white chit. The vendor explains that it is a sea creature hard to catch. The meat looks like a long appendage with one side having suction cups. It is grilled with a sticky, tangy sauce. The vendor assures Garret it is well worth the chit.
Meanwhile, Bosk, Anrete, Katinka, and anyone else outside, watch Sgt Capon confer with a man wearing a Climber uniform but has a patch different than the others. He quickly blows a whistle (but can't be heard) and immediately heads up a cable. They can see a number of Climbers converging on the supervisor.
Time to Drop is 8 min.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+26=39 ; d20+36=49 ; d20+19=38 ; Friday May 2nd, 2014 12:09:10 AM
Tink silently follows the Sergeant. She keeps an eye on what he does and who he talks to. She gets the impression that he is on the level, but it doesn't hurt to be sure.
Perception: 39, Stealth: 49, Sense Motive: 38
She can't help but feel the group is yet to protect "the jump".
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Friday May 2nd, 2014 11:43:57 AM
Anrete looks on curiously - he hasn't a clue what all these are about.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Friday May 2nd, 2014 6:52:33 PM
(Checking in -- I'm way out of time, but hope to get a post up later tonight or this weekend).
Bosk (ADM Carl subbing while James moves) Friday May 2nd, 2014 10:27:42 PM
Bosk keeps an eye on the inspections, anxiously waiting to see what they find.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Friday May 2nd, 2014 10:31:47 PM
"Where did this woman approach you two? Could there be any other witnesses?"
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Saturday May 3rd, 2014 9:40:07 PM
DM JT: Keep posing questions and we'll keep rolling through the weekend.
Katinka follows Sgt Capon and witnesses the man's business like, get-to-the-point quickly, command of the situation. The IA are used to the sergeant showing up at their door with a job or just checking in. It appears that the Sergeant is far more capable than first appearances would indicate.
Sgt. Capon has the Climber Supervisor appraised of the situation in seconds and withing another minute the cables in the section in question is swarming with Climbers. Another couple minutes and those silent whistles are tweeting, but only Katinka, in her hidden position, notices anything unusual as the festivities below occupy everyone else's attention. Eyes keep looking at the ball suspended on the numbered pole over the river. No one wants to miss the timing and jump at the wrong time. Bad Karma.
Anrete, outside and not aware of why all the rushing about, keeps grimacing at the crowds. A number of festive kids take up position a dozen feet away and start mimicking the barbarian. They think it's a game.
Garret eyes the long appendage on a stick. Should he try it?
Bosk watches the cables. He tries to do so without drawing attention. People bump him here and there but otherwise are laughing and joshing with each other.
Restlin asks where the woman had approached the Climbers. They both answer "In the tavern, we were drinking an ale to relax after a days work. Witnesses? I dunno. Probably. Probably all drunk. That was last week. Who'd remember anything now? They'd have plenty of drink since then."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] d20+21=22 ; Sunday May 4th, 2014 2:42:27 PM
Garret runs over to the children mimicking the barbarian and joins in the fun. He still keeps an eye around the area (perception: 22), but is rather taken with the game.
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Monday May 5th, 2014 10:39:24 AM
Anrete frowns and glared fiercely at the pesky kids.
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Monday May 5th, 2014 12:04:24 PM
Sesha fidgets. This sort of thing had never sat with her, sitting and waiting. She looks at Restlin and huffs as he happily chats through every possible situation. She wondered if he was trying to look smart or cool or just genuinely fell into the role so easily.
She contacts Pot-Pot.
"Anything strange? This wait is killing me. Lets go outside."
With a loud sigh she walks outside and pushes through the crowd, then straddles her broom and up they go, above the tent. Tink wouldn't be able to message her if she couldn't see her, so she just floats about like a newt on a log, waiting for all hell to explode unless Restlin and the others could stop it.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+26=46 ; d20+19=34 ; d20+13=18 ; Monday May 5th, 2014 12:38:54 PM "Yes, the Sergeant is a good man" the invisible Tink nods in satisfaction. She flies silently back to the tent in time to see Sesha emerge.
"How goes the interrogation?" she asks as she hovers alongside the witch. She drops her 'stealth' routine, yet remains invisible. To her understanding, Sesha should now be able to see her.
Katinka keeps her eyes on the festivities, desperately hoping to stumble on whatever it may be that could disrupt things Perception: 46 Sense Motive: 34 Knowl Local: 18 - to see if something doesn't "fit"
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Monday May 5th, 2014 2:22:49 PM
Sesha starts to smile and wave, but doesn't want to appear any more crazy than than she has too, smiling and waving at thin air.
She huffs.
"It goes, but it's a waste of time I think. This guy wasn't asked to DO anything, but rather NOT watch someone doing something. This guy isn't going to help us much. What about you? Find anything interesting yet?"
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Monday May 5th, 2014 4:30:17 PM
Garret looks around at the very large crowd again and considers another piece of meat on a stick. His stomach rumbles and he rubs his bare belly as he passes... this time...
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Monday May 5th, 2014 6:44:02 PM I agree, they won't be able to tell us much about the plot. We should focus on what details they remember... what type of cables they were avoiding, was it closer to the Hook end or the bridge end. Did anything their enchanter say to them stand out? Any perfume they smelt or jewelry they noticed? Any indication that there are more people involved? Or worse yet, that there are more captives? A fight would be bad enough, but I don't like the though of fighting a small army of innocent but possessed citizens.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Monday May 5th, 2014 8:54:58 PM
Tink sighs at Sesha's question. "The Sergeant appears an honest man. And an efficient officer. I believe we can trust him. Unfortunately ... that is all I have found."
Tink folds her arms and huffs. "At the risk of making you appear crazy to onlookers, perhaps it would help if we go back over what we have learned. A cage was opened to let a creature out. Why would anyone show their hand prior to the main event? Were they testing? Was it a distraction? Noone saw who did it. With the revelation of people being enchanted, I wonder if perhaps one of the Menagerie personnel were also subjected to such a spell? Hmmm... we do not have time to investigate them now"
"And those people that we chased. Who were they? How do they tie in to this? They no doubt saw us so know we are after them."
"And those blasted cards. First the 2 of diamonds. Now the Queen of diamonds. What do they mean?"
"Who is it casting enchantment spells on people? Is it a woman at all? Could she be the Queen of Diamonds - the Red Queen?"
"The prophesy from the seer mentioned that we would be in a fight near a teucri artefact. It cannot be referring to the hooks. Any fight in Hook City would of course be near one of the hooks. No, to say it would be near a teucri artefact means something else. A different artefact. I wonder. I wonder..." Tink's voice trails off as she thinks. Se doesn't know if she has made things clearer or just confused herself.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Monday May 5th, 2014 10:32:23 PM
Restlin watches as Sesha walks out doors. He understands, of course. He'd gladly throw down at this point just to avoid having to wonder what's going on any longer. Still, Beri asks some good questions. He waits for the answer.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Monday May 5th, 2014 11:38:10 PM Garret joins the kids imitating Anrete.
Anrete frowns and glares back fiercely at the pesky kids, one of them a little bigger than the others.
Sesha starts to loose her patience and after a quick conference with Pot-Pot, then with a loud sigh she decides to go outside where she takes to the air on her broom.
Katinka leaves the vicinity of the cables where she was watching the Climbers and zooms down to Sesha. "How goes the interrogation?" she asks.
Sesha replies "It goes, but it's a waste of time I think," and quickly fills Katinka in on the progress inside the tent while pretending to wave at no one particular. Then she asks how things are going outside.
Katinka answers Sesha, filling her in on the activities up in the cables. She then goes over the pieces of the puzzle they've collected so far trying to see what fits and how it points to the prophesy. She points out that they may be, in fact, in the wrong place and that it may be a different Teucri artifact they need to protect. Unfortunately, she's rather new to Hook City and does not know of all the Teucri artifacts or where they'd be.
The kids around Garret and Anrete suddenly notice some commotion over near the ball and with shouts of glee rush up the stairs to the bridge. Garret wavers on who's the boss, his stomach or his mind, as he contemplates more food while it is clear the moment they have been waiting for is close at hand.
Beri shares his thoughts with katinka and Sesha. He has good points to ask, like what jewelry was noticeable, what perfume, what are of the cabling was not watched, and so forth. He asks if there were more involved, or were there any more dominated? Would they have to fight a bunch of dominated civilians?
DM JT question: did Beri revert back to human form? I remember you asking about how long to Jump and if you'd have time to change. I don't remember if he did or not.
Beri's question's are answered (either directly or through translation). There did not appear to be any jewelry that could be used to identify the ones that had meet the two in the tavern. As far as the cables go, each section goes the length of the cables from the bridge to the magical hook, so an inspection of the entire length of the cables in the entire section is necessary. Whether there are others dominated they don't know, but conclude that there must be since at times they were directed to meet several others during their shift and don't know really why.
Outside, the group notice a brass band on a floating platform take to the air and stop near the ball and pole. The crowds cheer and the band starts playing tunes.
Knowledge Local DC15: Highlight to display spoiler: {These tunes are from Hook City's past history celebrating heroic deeds and such.}
DM JT Note: for those who have not spent any skill points in Knowledge Local, the DM suggest doing so. It is only a suggestion, but you live here, so it makes sense to spend a point on that skill now and then. :)
The band plays on and the crowd joins in singing the songs. Meanwhile, back in the tent a dark, sinister man, pulling another along, gives the guards at the tent entrance a few words and he is waved in.
Garret and Anrete: Highlight to display spoiler: {You don't recognize the dark, sinister man, but you do recognize the one he is pulling along. It is the treasury official you met earlier.}
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Tuesday May 6th, 2014 2:07:34 PM
Restlin starts humming along to the music, having heard the tunes several times before (Restlin cannot fail that check).
He decides he's had enough of being cooped up in this test, so he heads outside to enjoy the festivities. Sensing her apprehension and irritability, he steers clear of Sesha for a change. Instead, he walks over to where Capon is supervising the climbers. "All those cables look the same to me. Think they found anything yet?"
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells Tuesday May 6th, 2014 7:49:53 PM
Bosk had always prided himself on being the Hands of Gargul and carrying out his will...the hands, not his not his mouth. He had never had the silver tongue of other clerics or their gift with words, and as such he leaves the questioning to the more linguistically gifted members of the group.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 d20+1=13 ; Tuesday May 6th, 2014 8:19:42 PM
Beri, still in elemental form, turns to his favorite translator. I am out of ideas, and from the noise outside things seem to be picking up. Does anyone have any other ideas?
knowledge=13
ooc: There is nothing preventing Beri from jumping in this form right? I don't see anything saying I can't take part in the jump like this but just wanted to double check before proceeding.
ooc-2: We live here now... but previously we lived in Mud Town 1.0. Others of us lived on another continent. Our game theme has gone from urban adventuring to global travel and back regularly. We've become hesitant to invest in anything that requires any long makes long term assumptions because it's historically been the best way to throw away our gold and skill points.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Tuesday May 6th, 2014 9:01:16 PM
Garret watches with interest as the people start flocking up the stairs. He is distracted by the man entering the tent, and he quickly heads inside, pointing at the man. He says, "Hey, I know that fellow!"
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday May 6th, 2014 9:42:59 PM
DM JT OOC: Post will come a little later. For now: Will brings up a good point: ooc-2: We live here now... but previously we lived in Mud Town 1.0. etc.
I had thought about this same thing too but suggested spending a point or two on Local knowledge anyway. In my head, as DM, I figured out a way to deal with that. But it really is up to you and you put your points where you need them most. IF/When such knowledge becomes necessary, we DMs will make sure we don't put a DC to high that no one can possibly get it without a N20.
In the long term, if Knowledge Local can be converted to wherever you are as long as you've spent decent time there, say a month (long enough to do some listening and info gathering), then it would be points well spent.
It was just an idea I had to help you guys out, if needed.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 d20+16=25 ; Tuesday May 6th, 2014 9:51:23 PM
Restlin will check out whomever Garret's pointing at (knowledge, local: 25). If appropriate, he'll poke his head back inside the tent and ask the inspector to come out and look.
The Day of Faith arriveth (co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday May 6th, 2014 11:27:38 PM
DM JT OOC: the man was led into the tent, so Restlin would see him come into the tent, followed by Garret and "Hey, I know that fellow!".
DM JT to Beri: I've got no problem with an Air Elemental 'Jumping'. A Huge Earth Elemental, well that is testing your faith, Ha! :)
Restlin is about to leave the tent, with the festivities nearing Jump Time and the need for the IA to be in their position, but a dark, sinister man enters, blocking the way momentarily. He leads another man in and Garret follows. "Hey, I know that fellow!", the halfling points at the man being led.
Restlin recognizes that it is the man Garret and Anrete met down at the bottom of the stairs some 15 minutes ago. He recognizes the man to be from the Treasury but does not recognize the man himself.
Inspector Aulander has a quick conference with the dark, sinister man and then he leaves. The inspector then turns to the IA members inside the tent, "This is Artemus, an official of the Treasury. We saw two of you conversing with him and the circus man and got curious. What were these two doing together like that? So we followed Artemus and pulled him aside. He gave us some story about getting rent money from the circus, but that is bogus. Artemus is not in the Collections Department. As you can see by his badge, he works in the Chit Collections and Distribution Department."
The inspector turns to Artemus. "We can make this short and painless, or long and excrutiating. We have the means to get the truth by delving into your inner consciousness. But the more work it takes to get to the truth, the worse it will be for you. Which will it be?"
The contents of the bag that Garret so intently tried to spy is now spilled out onto the table. Along with a lot of platinum coins, is a playing card. The guard holds it up.
It is the Queen of Diamonds!"
Outside, the others watching the Climbers see them spot a cable here and there that is damaged and start immediately to repair it. It appears they use magic, as Katinka and Sesha can see minor magic spells being used, primarily Mending. But time is running short. The Day of Faith officials are gathered around the ball on a floating platform and the band stops playing.
"Gentlemen, Ladies, Guests, stomp our feet and get ready, for the Time is Night!" he shouts out, a shout that is magically carried the span of the bridge.
Everyone looks intently at the ball, holding their breath. A sudden silence engulfs the bridge as if a titanic Silence spell has been cast over it.
Sesha [AC 24 /15 Touch/23 Flat] | HP 168/84 | CMD 19][See Invisibility] Wednesday May 7th, 2014 2:00:11 AM
Sesha looks at Tink. The atmosphere is heavy, and she is loathe to break the silence. She whispers to Tink.
"I think it's about to get interesting."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Wednesday May 7th, 2014 8:38:09 AM
OOC: Thanks for clearing that up.
Restlin scoops up the card, holds it between his ring and index finger, and taps Artemus lightly on the nose with it. "What is it with these cards?" He also ponders himself. "Maybe they're used for scrying; a known object our conspirator can focus on."
He turns the card around so the queen is facing him. "CAN YOU HEAR US, EVIL LADY? WE HAVE YOUR TREASURY GUY." He elbows Bosk, his eyes never leaving the card. "Think she'll answer?" he asks the minotaur.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Wednesday May 7th, 2014 9:04:03 AM
Garret watches the man with interest. He files away the name for further reference, "Artemus, eh."
He paces back and forth, trying to decide what all the cards could mean...he looks up at the silence outside and whispers, mostly to himself, "I think we're in trouble here."
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Wednesday May 7th, 2014 10:44:38 AM
Anrete peers over Garret, puzzled by the implication of the card, but said nothing.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+26=28 ; d20+13=21 ; d20+19=31 ; Wednesday May 7th, 2014 10:45:01 AM
Tink may be the odd person out at this event. When all eyes are on the "ball" she is actively scanning the crowd. Who isn't watching the ball? Who may be breaking the silence?
"Why don't villains all walk around with halberds. Sure would make them easier to spot" she muses.
She renews her invisiblity, and then wipes some sweat from her brow. The tension is starting to get to her and she doesn't want it to show.
Perception: 28 Knowl Local: 21 Sense Motive: 31
------------------ Spells in effect: Arcane Sight - 120ft range. See magical auras automatically. Darkvision - 60ft range See Invisibility - See Invisible or Ethereal objects Overland Flight - Detect Scrying - Detect any person/object being scryed upon with 40ft Misdirection - Misdirect the information from divination spells that reveal auras on Tink to instead seem like a pebble (Neutral, Not Magic, Not Lying, etc) Mage Armor - +4 AC
Bosk AC: 32/15/29 CMD:28 HP 94 of 94 Spells Wednesday May 7th, 2014 10:11:38 PM
Bosk switches his gaze between the balls and the wires as the time to jump approaches.
Beriothian (Will)-- AC:23/16/16 HP: 85/85 CMD = 23 Wednesday May 7th, 2014 10:19:25 PM
Beri looks at the single card. Well, it looks like this is just another pawn, the mastermind would likely have the rest of the deck on them. What's with the coins though, they aren't magic are they?
ooc: is the silence being experienced normal for this event?
spell list 0 (4)- Detect Magic, Light, Create Water, stabilize 1 (6)- *Elf Vision, Faerie Firex2, Entangle, cure light wounds x3 2 (6)- *Faerie Fire, Fog Cloud, Soften Earth and Stone, Warp Wood, spider climb, Flaming Sphere, restoration lesser 3 (5)- *Glibness, Sleet Storm, quench, Greater Magic Fang, wind wall, stone shape, Cure Moderate Wounds 4 (5)- *Lesser Planar Ally, dispel magic, cure serious sounds, Freedom of Movement, Air Walk x2 5 (3)- *Awaken, Animal Growth, Cure Critical Wounds, Baleful Polymorph 6 (2)- *Legend Lore , Antilife Shell, Dispel Magic, Greater Spells with * are Fey domain spells (and not included in spell counts)
It's all in the Timing, don't look like a dweeb (co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday May 7th, 2014 11:54:48 PM
DM JT: Beri asks ooc: is the silence being experienced normal for this event?
DM JT Ans: yes, it is not magical. You can still hear a sneeze or a cough. It is the silence of anticipation.
Restlin asks Artemus about the card. The Treasury clerk shrugs "It is the proof of our, er, my bargain with her."
Restlin starts yapping at the card in frustration, thinking that perhaps it is a scrying foci for the mystery woman. "Think she'll answer?" he asks the minotaur.
Whereas Sesha thinks something interesting is about to happen, Garret there's about to be trouble. Quite contrasting views!
To Anrete, the card can't be eaten or buy something to eat, so, oh well... :)
Beri surmises that Artemus is just another pawn. He checks out the coins for magical properties but finds none.
Katinka, flying and invisible, doesn't have to concern herself with jumping, so she watches the crowd instead of the ball, looking for anyone that may be acting suspicious. She sees none.
Bosk also watches the crowd but they all seem to be watching the ball.
Up in the cabling, Climbers are frantically repairing some damaged cables!
Then, the count down starts as the ball starts to drop! 9....8....7....6....5 the crowds chant as the ball passes each numbered marker... 4...3...2...1...
and at 0 a whistle blows and the whole mass of people (minotaurs, elves, dwarves, halflings, humans, etc.) take a giant leap upwards and come down crashing all at once. There are shouts of joy and glee and laughter as the whistle blows again just as the mass comes down and the whole mass jumps up again.
The bridge shakes uncomfortably at the first Jump, shakes horribly at the second Jump, and the whistle blows a third time and the third Jump takes place.
Upon the third Jump, the bridge shakes alarmingly and a few cables at the IA's end snap!
Climbers sway in the cabling but hang on, the bridge shudders but seems to settle... then...from the other end, screams are heard as more of the cables snap, enough to cause the bridge to tilt dangerously!
People loose their footing, some are tossed to the railings, some of the trade buildings crack and crumble!
The security force flying around move quickly but can they get to everyone that is heading over the railing?
Can the IA reach the other end in time to help?
Is THIS the end of the famous Hook City Bridge?
Just then, just when the IA's instincts are about to take over to help save lives, Artemus blurts out is desperation "THE BRIDGE! SHE SWORE SHE'D NOT HARM THE BRIDGE! IT WAS JUST SUPPOSED TO BE A DISTRACTION! OH MY! WHAT HAVE I DONE?"
Inspector Aulander grabs the man by his collar and yells "WHAT DO YOU MEAN 'JUST A DIVERSION? SPEAK UP!"
Artemus answers rather shakingly, "It's the Chit Machine they are after. This was supposed to just keep everyone busy while they stole the Chit Machine. But they've destroyed the bridge! Oh My gods! What have I done!"
Inspector Aulander grabs Restlin, "The Chit Machine! Some gang is trying to steal it! You must hurry to the Treasury to stop it or else... Here, take this!" he hands Restlin a medallion. "This will get you into the Treasury. I can't go, I'd only slow you down! Hurry! They may already have the Chit Machine! Oh gods! This is horrible!"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 d20+16=36 ; Thursday May 8th, 2014 9:43:03 AM
Restlin's head spins, but this is no time for inaction!
He thinks quickly. Beri, Tink, Sesha, and himself all have the ability to fly. That leaves Anrete, Bosk, and Garret. Anrete doesn't look like he weights that much; Bosk should be able to carry him.
Reaching back into the masterfully created quiver the minotaur crafted for him, Restlin pulls out his extend metamagic rod. He holds it up & smacks Bosk in the chest with a feather. "There, you can fly. You have a little under 15 minutes. Grab Anrete and let's get out of here."
Luckily, Restlin's had overland flight cast on him this entire time. Telepathically, he asks Shiny to cast bull's strength on him, giving him more than enough umph to carry Garret. He squats down so the halfling can hop on his shoulders, then takes off.
"We're on it, Inspector! Wardd's luck be with you with the mess here!"
***
Knowledge, local to know to quickly get to the treasury, and the best way to enter that will get them to the chit machine: 36. Good thing I got that nat 20 out of the way!
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 19 -- HP 102/102 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Thursday May 8th, 2014 11:07:55 AM "Wait, we're going to leave people to potentially fall to instead foil a robbery?" Tink questions this logic. Surely the safety of the people is more important than money "Are you sure your forces have the bridge in hand?" she asks of the Inspector
Anrete AC:31/18/31 CMD:32 HP:134/134 DR:2 Thursday May 8th, 2014 11:13:27 AM
Anrete grins as he prepares for battle.
"C'mon Bosk-minotaur, let's fight!"
We Interrupt Your Regulardly Scheduled Hook City... (Ian M. posting for James D.) Thursday May 8th, 2014 4:11:19 PM
ATTENTION PLAYERS/DM
A massive hail storm has taken out James' internet, and his post today will likely be late.
Inspector Auslander, Additional Post (co-DM SteveK) Thursday May 8th, 2014 4:51:22 PM
Katinka's question seems to put Inspector Auslander back on even footing, at least mentally. He harumphs. "There must be 100 spellcasters on this bridge right now that can cast Clear Level spells, missy." (ooc: Clear = 9th level spells) "But I don't know who they are or how to get to them in time. THEY can take care of the Bridge and the people. YOU are the only ones that I know I can trust and can get to the Treasury in time to foil a robbery that will destroy Hook City's economic stability!"
Already, Katinka and others can see spells going off all along the bridge, everything from Web and Featherfall to Reverse Gravity or even Wishes and MIracle spells. It certainly looks like Inspector Auslander knows what he is talking about.
Restlin easily knows where the Hook City Treasury is. Not a place well known, but the wizard was observant. The Treasury is below the South Hook Municipal Building.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:34/30/29 HP:104/104 Ki:13/13 CMD: 30] Thursday May 8th, 2014 5:49:28 PM
Garret hops on Restlin's shoulders without a pause and yells, "Let's go!"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +13/+6/+10 CMD: 22 HP: 89/89 (Spells) Luck Points: 6 Thursday May 8th, 2014 6:32:28 PM
OOC: If there is no Bosk post by 9:00 cst, I'll post for him.
It's all in the Timing, don't look like a dweeb (co-DM JonathanT) Thursday May 8th, 2014 9:28:38 PM
DM JT OOC: oh, by the way, if you didn't notice, SteveK is taking over this scene. I want to thank all of you for being patient through this scene. I know these 'who-dunit' ones can be boring. I tried to spice it up some and you guys did a good job in chipping in with your creativity.
Good luck with the next scene. :)
I'll get you the xps for the scenes soon.
Bosk! Thursday May 8th, 2014 9:43:37 PM
Feeling light on his feet, Bosk lets Anrete climb up on his back before taking off. He knows Anrete is strong enough to hold on, so he concentrates on his flying.
OOC: It's a little before 9, but I'm getting tired.
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