Dire Tigers! (DM Cayzle) Aftermath Wednesday June 4th, 2014 11:08:37 AM
Evaris and Ariach agree that the spectacle was a waste of time. But do they say so loudly enough for the eager fight fans in the crowd to hear?
Evaris gathers everyone to the right spot and conducts some healing. No one has suffered any mortal wounds, since those heavy massive paws dealth only nonlethal damage, and I believe that the lead tiger only used his sabre teeth the one time that Royston used lethal damage.
Lowell, concerned, checks out his brother -- Grell is clearly knocked out but not dead, so there is no need for Royston to dispense the ultimate in justice ... arguably, here in Plateau City, he may not even have the authority to so rule as judge, jury, and executioner. But it is a moot point. The channeled energy and potion may even have brought Grell around.
Meanwhile, the crowd looks on, after cheering the big finish, now lapsing into silence, waiting to see what happens. You hear oohs from onlookers when Emrys pets the queen tiger.
On the rooftop, Alleah fades into the crowd of servers in the back and watches. She sees that the wealthy spectators are clearly settling bets, and she hears snippets of conversation in which the fighting prowess of both the beasts and the Vanguard are discussed in accurate detail. She notices one of the nobles signaling to Father Reuyn, who then steps down from the temple and approaches the tigers, holding his holy symbol.
Reuyn seems about to cast a spell on the tigers.
Grell, HP -1/54 (82), AC 24/13/20 CMB 13, CMD 23, -4 CON, Shield of Faith(+3 AC), Guarded Stance (+1AC) Wednesday June 4th, 2014 11:58:06 AM
With a gasp, Grell wakes up. Finding Vaniime grabbing him by his shirt, Grell leans in and gives her a big kiss on the lips! "What would I do without you?! " Grell looks around and spots both tigers down. His smile fades when the priest steps forward to heal the tigers. "Hold on there Padre! We're here on official WLA business to bring these tigers in. I'm afraid you won't be healing them. "
Evaris [AC 19; HP 52/57] Wednesday June 4th, 2014 5:19:23 PM
"I must agree with my friend, Father Reuyn," Evaris says. "Let us take charge of the beasts. They will come to no harm, I promise. But this..." he waves his hand to encompass the entire spectacle--the tigers, the crowd, the bettors, "this is going to get somebody hurt."
[OOC: Evaris did not say aloud that the spectacle was a waste of time, so only telepaths would have heard him. :) ]
Cayzle comments: Thanks for the clarification!
Ariach AC 30 (26)/13 touch AC/19 CMD23; HP 47/61(75) / -2 Con Wednesday June 4th, 2014 6:01:18 PM
OOC: Ariach doesnīt care if he was heard by the crowd or not. The truth must be said.
"I see it the same way. I donīt wanna fight them one more time."
Then he turns towards Grell "Are you all right my friend or do you need somebody who carries you?"
Emrys ac13, hp28/28, nonlethal12 Wednesday June 4th, 2014 10:32:02 PM
With the wave of healing energy having returned a portion of his vitality, he quickly begins to start thinking straight.
Speaking to this friends, he says, "These beautiful creatures have been awakened, by a druid most likely. They are like-minded individuals now, they crave the stimulation of intelligent conversation and socialization. The thrill of the hunt alone no longer satisfies them. My father once awakened a wolf companion. He no longer sought the companionship of other wolves. He quickly learned he no longer had that connection with his pack. At times, I think he felt regret for that loss. These two must be experiencing the same thing. We can't allow them to be caged or forced to return to the wilds if they don't wish to. There must be a way they can become productive citizens. They're no longer animals, they're much, much more! I say let them be healed and we all can walk back together as equals, not some band of merry hunters carrying back a fresh kill. It's not the kind of scene I wish to portray. It will not benefit to them to be displayed in such a manner!"
RobC - Alleah Lighttouch AC 19*/15/15* -- CMD 15 -- HP 42/49 -- Mage Armor -- 1Con Dmg d20+17=19 ; d20+10=30 ; d20+25=39 ; Thursday June 5th, 2014 6:50:32 AM
Alleah is very wary. Nobody stopped to check her for weapons. Can she see any on the rich folk up here? With the wealthy snobs here, she'd have thought security would have been a bit tighter.
Regardless, she holds her position to see how the rest of the party handle the crowd.
Perception: 19 Sense Motive: 30 Stealth: 39
Royston Scalesworth IV AC 16/13/15 - CMD 21 - F+12/R+8/W+12 Thursday June 5th, 2014 10:32:18 AM
Sir Royston stands beside Evaris, reinforcing the half-elf's point by folding his arms and nodding sternly.
Dire Tigers! (DM Cayzle) Aftermath Thursday June 5th, 2014 3:28:41 PM
Most of the heros -- Evaris, Grell, Royston, and Ariach -- all politely urge the approaching cleric to refrain from bringing the tigers back to consciousness.
The restored Emrys, however, has a much more nuanced and thoughtful approach.
Father Reuyn seems surprised at the interference. He speaks to the heroes, looking especially at Evaris: "Well, now, no one has gotten hurt today, or rather, no one has gotten killed. The rest is business as usual in this part of the city. One gladiator school is right there; another is nearby; the arena is just through the park. Fighting for the joy of combat is expected here."
"Besides, I have an open contract with the gentleman from the Club of Connoisseurs of Combat." He nods toward the rooftop where Alleah is watching the gambling nobles. "It would be a breach of our agreement were I not to follow through. Surely, Brother Evaris, you would not want me to break a contract?"
Atop the Debate Club, Alleah wonders about the security here. Pondering the question, she does note that the servers are mostly armed -- and maybe surprisingly, the nobles watching are, on the whole, even more effectively armed. A couple are wearing blades that leak magical light from their scabbards, and if she is not mistaken, one noble has a flaming dagger in her belt.
She notes that a pair of well-dressed older men seem to be betting on whether the heroes will allow the cleric of Pantheon to revitalize the tigers.
Alleah notes that the crowd is simply watching, almost as fascinated by the new confrontation as they were by the fight.
Ariach AC 30 (26)/13 touch AC/19 CMD23; HP 47/61(75) / -2 Con Thursday June 5th, 2014 5:23:56 PM
With Sir Royston and his friend Evaris, Ariach has found two men who share his priorities. He also takes a position behind Evaris to show his support.
Evaris [AC 19; HP 52/57] Thursday June 5th, 2014 8:50:40 PM
"No," Evaris replies. "I wouldn't want you to break your contract. But....does the contract specify that you have to heal them right here in the street? Or could you accompany us as we remove the creatures to a safer place, and heal them there?"
Grell, HP 13/54 (82), AC 24/13/20 CMB 13, CMD 23, -4 CON, Shield of Faith(+3 AC), Guarded Stance (+1AC) Thursday June 5th, 2014 11:37:08 PM
Grell grunts at Ariach "It'll take a lot more than a big kitty to have to have somebody carry me out of a combat! I'll be fine!"
Listening in on the conversation with the priest, Grell grows impatient. This whole this is just so stupid! This particular kitties deserve a life of respect and dignity instead of this side show circus freak act! And he sure the heck isn't going to have them have to be knocked unconcious over and over just for some rich jerks pleasure! They deserve so, SO much more than this!
Tenderly rubbing the area on his face where the queen tiger smacked him, Grell takes a step forward, his sword at his side as he addresses the priest. "Look Bub, I just got my clock rung by those tigers, and I sure as slop am NOT going to fight them again just to take them in. Now I'm really sorry you're going to upset those jerks up there, and I really don't want to have to get physical about this, but if you think you're going to heal those tigers just so they have to fight somebody else, then you need to think again! But hey, I'm a reasonable kinda guy. How 'bout you hold off on healing the tigers until we get notification from the WLA as to who's got jurisdiction here."
Emrys ac13, hp28/28, nonlethal12 Thursday June 5th, 2014 11:49:32 PM
Looking quite vexed at some of his friends, Emrys says, "This is insulting and disrespectful! All this merely was was a exhibition of sport, and these two, the performers. It's the reason why none of us are dead or bleeding to death! We will not continue this tone of condescension! Father Reuyn, please heal them and end this offense before it continues any further."
RobC - Alleah Lighttouch AC 19*/15/15* -- CMD 15 -- HP 42/49 -- Mage Armor -- 1Con Dmg d20+17=32 ; d20+10=18 ; d20+25=33 ; Friday June 6th, 2014 6:30:09 AM "Hmmm... these people seem better prepared for a fight than I am" Alleah's boldness is quickly shrinking. Perhaps coming up here was a mistake? Still, at least she is in prime position to keep an eye on those pulling the strings.
"What is taking them so long?" she wonders. From this position she cannot hear what is going on below, but to her understanding the battle is won. Why are the group still standing around? "Still, they are standing. That's a positive"
Perception: 32 Sense Motive: 18 Stealth: 33
Royston Scalesworth IV AC 16/13/15 - CMD 21 - F+12/R+8/W+12 d20+23=41 ; Friday June 6th, 2014 10:58:58 AM "Enough."
Sir Royston stands akimbo and addresses himself to Father Reuyn. "We have spent the last several hours protecting this city from marauding beasts and monsters that escaped from the sanctuary. Blood has been spilled. Our blood. Innocent blood, from men, women, and children. People have died. Do you really think that holding an exhibition of dire tigers challenging people to combat is wise at the present? Is this really as smart as you know how to be?"
The paladin shakes his head with finality. "Whatever contract you may have-" he glances briefly at the bourgeois assembled on the nearby building, "can wait a few moments. These beasts do not need to be revived here, in the city streets. We can assist you in moving them to a more secure location before you heal them. Surely, Father, one of your stature and wisdom can see the prudence in that course of action."
Intimidate check 41
Grell, HP 13/54 (82), AC 24/13/20 CMB 13, CMD 23, -4 CON, Shield of Faith(+3 AC), Guarded Stance (+1AC) Friday June 6th, 2014 5:10:50 PM
OOC: 2nd illegal post
Grell rolls his eyes at Emrys. "You have a right to what you think, and so do I. I'll use whatever tone I want, and if you don't like it, then that's fine too. It'll be a cold day in a hot place when you order me around! If anyone is going to give me an order, it's Vaniime."
Grell turns to look at Vaniime, clearly looking for guidance. "Well, what's it gonna be?"
Ariach AC 30 (26)/13 touch AC/19 CMD23; HP 47/61(75) / -2 Con Friday June 6th, 2014 7:07:12 PM
Ariach nods in agreement. He also hopes their designated leader Vaniime will defuse the situation.
Emrys ac13, hp28/28, nonlethal12 Friday June 6th, 2014 7:31:21 PM
"Grell, dear," Emrys says softly, "I don't recall having given you an order. Not even a cleverly worded suggestion. If I had, you probably wouldn't know it."
He then turns to Royston and continues with his soft voice. "Scales, is it? You of all people I would've thought would understand and empathize with these two. They have been given the divine spark, the ability to reason and know the difference from right and wrong. They are more than what they appear. Have you looked in the mirror lately? You look quite beastly yourself. You stand there posturing, all puffed up, roaring ENOUGH ... you're no different than Felix here. Then why should be treat them any differently, just because they were animals at one time? We didn't hesitate to heal you when we found you dying on that bridge, down in the Underwold, despite your unique appearance. They want to make a life here in Plateau City, probably for same reasons I've already stated. They know better than to jeopardize their chance by continuing any hostility. This performance today was their way to get their... um, paw in the door, so to speak. We should welcome them, not lead them around unconscious like prized trophies from a hunt."
Royston Scalesworth IV AC 16/13/15 - CMD 21 - F+12/R+8/W+12 Friday June 6th, 2014 7:57:52 PM
Sir Royston narrows his eyes at Emrys. "Do you know such things with absolute certainty? Are you privy to their very thoughts? Unless you have used some magic without any of us noticing, you have only their word. I have no desire to parade them as trophies. I have every desire to contain a possible threat to the city prior to allowing them to be healed. Not locking them in a cage, not secreting them to a dungeon, simply taking them behind closed doors. If you hadn't noticed, we've been dealing with rampaging beasts all day today, and dealing with ones that are sentient hardly changes the danger they pose. If they are calm and peaceable when they awaken, then I have no qualm with them."
RobC - Alleah Lighttouch AC 19*/15/15* -- CMD 15 -- HP 42/49 -- Mage Armor -- 1Con Dmg Saturday June 7th, 2014 4:03:22 AM
Alleah will try to take note of anyone in particular betting heavily against the party, or doing so with vigour. Someone who may shown distain for the party.
Perception checks and Sense Motive checks already rolled for this round: 32 & 18 respectively
Dire Tigers! (DM Cayzle) Aftermath Saturday June 7th, 2014 10:36:53 AM
Grell and Ariach and Evaris stand firm, and Royston looks actually threatening! Despite Emrys's words, the cleric of Pantheon is not about to risk the wrath of these warriors ... especially the one who looks reptilian and still has fresh blood on his claws and mouth.
"Well, um, well, of course!" the cleric stammers. "Let's not get hasty! I mean no offense at all."
He grabs onto Evaris's proposal for a compromise and takes it another step. "Oh, Evaris, that would be fine! Healing can come later. The contract certainly allows that! In fact, if you could do me a great favor ..."
He looks nervously at Royston, and starts backing away.
"... if you would be a good friend and execute the contract for me? You can do the healing when you are in a place you deem appropriate."
Then he turns tail and runs back into the temple.
A ripple of mocking laughter runs through the crowd.
You are free to treat the tigers as you prefer.
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Alleah continues to observe. She does not see any nobles that exhibit great animosoty toward the Vanguard, aside from the response you would expect from courteous gamblers who lose wagers of, no doubt, large sums of money.
Royston Scalesworth IV AC 16/13/15 - CMD 21 - F+12/R+8/W+12 Saturday June 7th, 2014 11:06:30 AM
Sir Royston gives a respectful nod to the priest of Pantheon. "Your discretion is highly regarded. Let us find a more discrete and secure place to rouse these creatures."
ooc: How much do the dire tigers weigh? I can drag up to 3,000 lb.
Lowell (Genevieve), HP 8/8 (36), AC 19/13/19, CMB 8, CMD 19, -4 CON, 5/5 Demoral Saturday June 7th, 2014 12:21:30 PM
"Yeah, you better run!" Lowell mocks the priest, yelling insults after him. He then turns and smiles at his brother, thinking to himself: Man, I sure am glad that he is okay.....
Emrys ac13, hp28/28, nonlethal12 d100=89 ; d100=82 ; d100=78 ; d100=63 ; Saturday June 7th, 2014 12:51:24 PM
"These noble creatures will not suffer further humiliation by being dragged away. We will carry them properly, and with care, like fallen comrades ... well, at least four of you will."
With a twirl of his fingers and chanting a few words of power, Royston, Grell, Ariach and Evaris grow to giant-sized proportions. He is relieved to feel a strong binding connection with the leylines ... maybe his anger has something to do with it. He's been casting a lot of necromancy recently. All this negative energy has attuned him in an undesirable direction.
(Leyline checks: 89,82, 78, 63. Casting Enlarge Person on Royston, Grell, Ariach and Evaris. All your sizes are doubled, you get a +2 size bonus to strength and your carrying capacity has been doubled.)
Vaniime AC: 18 touch AC: 14 CMD: 24 HP: 47/ 47 (61) down 3 pts con Saturday June 7th, 2014 9:09:01 PM
Vaniime suddenly feels grell's lips on hers and everything goes a way for a moment and then reality crashes back in as she hears her own party members sniping at each other.
"I believe that the tigers are honorable enough to allow us to heal them and move away for a discussion about their futures, but I agree t needs to be done out of the sight of this circus."
Let us be very careful with them I do feel we owe them that much especially if they have been changed without thie permission."
RobC - Alleah Lighttouch AC 19*/15/15* -- CMD 15 -- HP 42/49 -- Mage Armor -- 1Con Dmg d20+17=35 ; d20+25=30 ; Sunday June 8th, 2014 1:10:49 AM
Well, no one looks to be planning to cause the party any deliberate grief. Time to leave.
Alleah discreetly makes her way back down the stairs with the plan on returning to the group
Perception: 35 Stealth: 30
Evaris [AC 19; HP 52/57] Sunday June 8th, 2014 3:32:46 PM
Evaris suddenly finds himself twice his normal size!
"Well. This is new." He tries to take a step. "I do beg your pardon," he says as he knocks into a bystander. "I'm not accustomed to this. Let's see now..."
Even enlarged, Evaris's maximum carry capacity is 260 pounds. He's not a strong guy. :)
Evaris tries to help pick up one of the tigers.
Ariach AC 30 (26)/13 touch AC/19 CMD23; HP 47/61(75) / -2 Con Monday June 9th, 2014 5:20:30 AM
"Come on, letīs trie to carry them to another place. To a place without a blood thirsty crowd. There the tigers can be healed and have no need to attack us one more time."
Ariach enjoys the feeling of his new won strength. He wishes the spell will never end.
(Ariach can carry up to 600 lbs)
Dire Tigers! (DM Cayzle) Aftermath Monday June 9th, 2014 9:39:57 PM
Lowell mocks the priest as he departs, perhaps revealing his youthful callowness as he makes fun of the cleric.
Emrys is still opposed to this course of action, but he is a team player, and four quick castings later, Royston, Grell, Ariach and Evaris are big enough to carry the tigers, two heroes per beast.
Royston seeks a more private place.
Vaniime agrees, and raises the interesting question of intent.
Evaris, Ariach, and Grell all lend a shoulder ... as Alleah returns to the group, as quietly as she left.
So, good heroes, where to? You do have to go through Gladiator Park on the most direct walking route back. Also, a good part of the crowd seems intent on following you, keeping about 20 or 30 ft back.
Lowell (Genevieve), HP 8/8 (36), AC 19/13/19, CMB 8, CMD 19, -4 CON, 5/5 Demoral Monday June 9th, 2014 10:06:43 PM
Lowell watches in amazement as Royston, Grell, Ariach and Evaris grow in size. Wow...... He looks over at Emrys. "Hey, is there any way that I can help?" He asks the half-elf.
Royston Scalesworth IV AC 16/13/15 - CMD 21 - F+12/R+8/W+12 Monday June 9th, 2014 10:34:43 PM
Scales hefts a limb over his shoulder, almost like a pallbearer. "Make for the nearest available space. The gladiator school nearby will be fine."
Emrys ac13, hp28/28, nonlethal12 d20+10=23 ; Monday June 9th, 2014 11:03:44 PM
Emrys considers the question and then answers Grell's eager younger brother, and says, "Yes, Royston is correct, you could run up ahead and see if you can find a space at the gladiator school. If memory serves me (Knowledge [Local]: 23), I think there is a secluded place just inside the courtyard. A gallery of statues honoring famed gladiators would be a suitable stage for our next performance."
The mystical and bewitching bard stays behind with his giant-sized friends to renew their enchantments if the power begins to wane.
RobC - Alleah Lighttouch AC 19*/15/15* -- CMD 15 -- HP 42/49 -- Mage Armor -- 1Con Dmg Tuesday June 10th, 2014 6:31:35 AM
Alleah makes her way up to the group once more "Sorry if it looked like I was deserting you guys. I just didn't trust the big-wigs up there to let us go peacefully when the fight was won. Figured a knife to a throat might have helped. Fortunately it didn't come to that"
Ariach AC 30 (26)/13 touch AC/19 CMD23; HP 47/61(75) / -2 Con Tuesday June 10th, 2014 9:51:24 AM
Ariach hasnīt even realized that Alleah wasnīt with them during the fight. But at least she was out of the danger when they had to fight. He advises himself to be more careful when dealing with Alleah. He admits that as a trained thief she really possesses remarkable skills. But this time the young fighter holds back his reproach and focuses on carrying the tiger.
Evaris [AC 19; HP 52/57] Tuesday June 10th, 2014 1:45:06 PM
Evaris is straining to hold up his half of the dire tiger.
"Maybe.." he pants. "We should've.....figured out.....where to....put them.....BEFORE.....we.....picked them up."
Dire Tigers! (DM Cayzle) Aftermath Tuesday June 10th, 2014 5:15:28 PM
You carry the tigers to a nearby gladiator school. The one called the House of Blood seems ideal -- tall enclosing wall for privacy, big practice yard. A bit of the crowd follow you, but you manage to enter the grounds and close the gate behind you. A couple gladiator students working in the yard withdraw to the corners at your arrival.
You set down the tigers as someone official-looking -- a huge old scarred man with massive hands -- emerges from the school and shouts, "Hey! What are you doing here! You can't bring those, those BEASTS in here!"
Royston Scalesworth IV AC 16/13/15 - CMD 21 - F+12/R+8/W+12 Tuesday June 10th, 2014 8:22:39 PM
Sir Royston smiles disarmingly. Well, the best that he can, considering his appearance. "These are not beasts, good man. These are your newest members! Emrys?" He looks to the more gregarious party member for a lengthier explanation.
Emrys ac13, hp28/28, nonlethal12 d20+12=13 ; d20+14=32 ; d20+12=26 ; Tuesday June 10th, 2014 9:26:28 PM
(If you allow) As they near the school, Emrys takes a quick look at Felix's nearest paw to detect the magic of one of his toe rings. (Spellcraft: 13. Knowledge [Arcana]: 32) He tries to see if he can determine what kind of magic and hopefully determine if he is familiar with the craftsman. 'These two just didn't happen upon such unique rings in the woods,' he thinks.
As soon as the brutish gladiator approaches, Emrys looks away, gulps, shakes off his initial fear and puts on a good face before greeting the large-handed man. Thankfully Royston bought him a few seconds to do so.
(Diplomacy: 26.)
"Greetings good sir," Emrys says with smile and a deep bow, "my name is Emrys Myrridanmyl, and we are called the Vanguard. Sorry for coming unannounced but your distinguished school proves to be a wonderful respite from the throngs of devoted fans that are eager to see these two new gladiators. They are not your common dire cats, no ... these wondrous creatures are awakened and intelligent. They can speak and reason just like you and I, and most importantly, they can learn! That is the second reason we are here." Emrys quickly glances back to see if people are collecting at the front gates.
"King Felix and his Queen here were giving an impromptu exhibition of their expertise in combat for the crowds to see. They bested many a challenger, but the combined strength and teamwork of the Vanguard proved too formidable. They are merely unconscious and we would like to revive them here in your sanctuary ... you know how troublesome spectators can be once roused by heroic combat."
Lowell (Genevieve), HP 8/8 (36), AC 19/13/19, CMB 8, CMD 19, -4 CON, 5/5 Demoral Tuesday June 10th, 2014 9:40:41 PM
Lowell watches the old, scared man walk out, and he steps back a bit. He looks over at Alleah. "Hey.... so.... uh.... Nice day, isn't it? We kinda missed you at the tiger hunt." He smiles a bit at the beautiful halfling woman.
RobC - Alleah Lighttouch AC 19*/15/15* -- CMD 15 -- HP 42/49 -- Mage Armor -- 1Con Dmg Wednesday June 11th, 2014 12:15:48 AM "Tell me about it! Those snobby folk didn't have any shade at all up on their pad. Don't know how they'll go with the rest of the day" Alleah beams back at Lowell "And sorry again about missing the fight. Like I said, I just wanted to make sure we would have the upper hand if needed. Say, you're Grell's brother, right? What's that like?" she asks, changing the topic
Ariach AC 30 (26)/13 touch AC/19 CMD23; HP 47/61(75) / -2 Con Wednesday June 11th, 2014 3:24:11 AM
Ariach is relieved when they finally find a place for the tigers. Of course it will need persuasiveness to receive the permission to leave the tigers here. But with Emry, Sir Royston and Vaniime, three excellent debaters, it should be possible to convince the huge, old scarred man.
Evaris [AC 19; HP 52/57] Wednesday June 11th, 2014 11:06:04 AM
"Once they come to," Evaris adds, "we can take them away again."
[Automatically succeed to Aid Another; Emrys gets an entirely unnecessary +2 to his Diplomacy check.]
Grell, HP 13/54 (82), AC 24/13/20 CMB 13, CMD 23, -4 CON, Shield of Faith(+3 AC), Guarded Stance (+1AC) Wednesday June 11th, 2014 12:42:54 PM
The huge Grell taps his foot angrily. He's still pissed off at Emrys and the interaction they had. He's kept his tongue in check for now, but the little twerp will be hearing about this topic again! Looking over at the scared face man, Grell looks over at Emrys, willing to put his tiff away until he can find the tigers a good home. "Told you we should go to a REAL gladiator school instead of this one! Let's heal the tigers quick and then move them to a school that recognizes their value! "
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