DM James Monday August 11th, 2014 1:42:01 PM
The night passes quietly and those standing guard hear little to cause alarm. As the sun rises you pack you bags and return to the city. Along the way you notice the trail is well worn now, trampled by the passage of the fleeing servants, and it remains that way all the way up to the city wall.
Rum is already awake with peddlers selling their goods and merchants offering a simple breakfast of rolls or muffins for a copper or two. Every week it seems like the streets are more crowded with citizens and merchants as the incoming ships dock and some aboard seek to find a new home. As you enter the WLA you see Ceri in her usual spot, reading the days mail. On either side of the table are several new faces, though you recognize Cameron and a few of the others as having been among those that fled the mansion the night before.
Please, have a seat. The large minotaur says as she lays down a letter sealed with red wax and motions to the empty spots at the table. These guests were inspired by your bravery last night and are seeking initiation into the WLA.
That's right! Cameron says. Most of the others are pooling their resources to open an inn, I have had enough of that type of work to last me a life time.
Ceri gives him a quick look and Cameron returns to his breakfast of eggs and sausage. As you can see, we were made aware of your success last night. There are no pressing matters at this time, just a few missing persons we have been asked to look into. She says as she points to a few of the parchment before her. Once you have filled me in on the details of last night you may have the rest of the day off.
ooc: Sorry for the missed post on Friday. Sprint no longer has coverage at my in laws, and I had planned to post from my tablet. I am back in town and on break, so there should be no more missed posts. I should have your XP calculated tomorrow.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 25,Touch AC 18, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 30/44 Monday August 11th, 2014 6:39:12 PM
"Again I'll say it Ceri. We came, we saw and we destroyed. Vampires? " the elf says with a shrug "between the Vampire Pirate and this new case, vampires have a reason to fear us. Anyone doing wrong has a reason to fear us because again we did our job, and not to sound cooky but we did it damn good. "
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 28 (T 13 FF 22), CMD: 26; HP: 55/83Character Sheet Monday August 11th, 2014 8:39:59 PM
Barratore grabs himself a platter full of food and sits a few spaces down from Cameron away from Ceri. He nods in agreement to Edson's very short summation. Gerox and Peza could fill in the details, but between mouthfuls he blurts, "Tell her about the poem." He then lifts a large tankard to wash down the egg soaked bread in his mouth.
Missing persons he could nothing about and so that bit of information quickly leaves his mind. He needed to hit the Catacombs and purchase some more potions and then get lunch. He wanted to have a good belly of food before the celebration later that night. Maybe some cards or other such distractions could be found
Peza / Chris / Hp 55/55 Ac 21/ cmd 21 Monday August 11th, 2014 9:22:02 PM
"Glad we can inspire .... " and with a smile at the new comers ... " welcome to WLA "
Nabbing a plate ... Peza fills her plate with eggs and sausage ... a glass full of juice ... before sitting down near Captain Ceri
Pointing to several large sacks she brought in ... " those are filled with Lord Tremblays papers ... I mtok as many as I could ... the staff here can go through them in more detail ... some possible links to others he did business with ... might give us some leads to other plots againist Rum "
With a look at their newest friend ... " I think we got a new recruit ..... that young man " as she points out Anthe " he is quite the daring and brave soul ... he was tricked into the hunt by the vampires ... lucky for both of us I guess .... he did well in the battle .... I belive he would be a fine addition to our group ... hopefully he will accept our invitation to join us " as she gives him a warm smile
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 72/92 (88/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Monday August 11th, 2014 9:39:25 PM
"Don't ferget the note in the vamp's study." He says. He plops down opposite of Barratore at the table with his own plate full of food. "We've got another bunch out fer our heads, by the look of it."
That's about all he has to say currently on the matter. He's busy stuffing his face and washing breakfast down with an ale.
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 39/58 Monday August 11th, 2014 10:19:36 PM
Gerox starts examining the loot they got from the vampire raid. "I guess we need to go to the Catacombs to get this stuff identified. I should change my spells around to get that spell. I would only charge the group half price." he says with a grin.
Gerox starts lugging stuff outside and summons a mount and starts loading it up. "Anyone want to come along?"
(ooc Do you want us to go to the Catacombs to get it identified or just give us a list? Then we can split it and then go to the catacombs."
DM James Typically I want players to at least attempt to identify the items. Assuming you have a decent number of points in Spellcraft (as Gerox does) I will usually give it to you unless it is an unusual item due to the fact that you could keep trying every day until you figure it out.
DM James Tuesday August 12th, 2014 4:38:07 PM "Again I'll say it Ceri. We came, we saw and we destroyed. Vampires? " Edson brags as Barratore grabs himself a platter full of food and sits a few spaces down from Cameron. As he eats Peza fills Ceri in on the events of the night before and introduces the newest member to join your group and Brom tells her about the letter that makes him believe there might be a price on your heads.
Ceri considers this a moment. I will ask around and see if I can learn anything of this letter or why someone might be after you. In the meantime, the city has a favor to ask of you, one they claim you already agreed to help with. The town council has put together an official guard that local protection groups can bring criminals to so that they can be tried accordingly, as opposed to the protection groups carrying out such justice as they see fit. The guard will also intervene when they witness crimes taking place and handle those problems too large for protection groups to handle. Do to your reputation, they would like your advice in how best to carry out these tasks, particularly when it come to the issue of deadly force when a criminal is resisting arrest or putting others in danger. Please, take your time on this matter. Such a decision could greatly effect the development of the city.
As you all eat and consider Ceri's words, Gerox starts examining the magical items you found in the mansion, picking them up one at a time and carefully examining the intricate detail for any clue as to their hidden powers. One by one he notes an odd reflection of the light or intertwining of metal lattice that bind some magic to the treasure...
A Black Cloak with jade colored trim (Cloak of Resistance +3) A Silver Headband inset with crimson rubies (Headband of alluring charisma +4) A Silver Ring in the shape of a serpent biting its own tail and a ruby eye (Ring of protection +2) A Potion of Haste A Potion of inflict moderate wounds A Potion of Magic Fang A Screaming Bolt x2 A Silver sheen A Silver Bolts x10 A Tanglefoot bag A Black set of MW Studded Leather with black studs A DarkWood Buckler with black inlay A Longsword with the hilt in the shape of a fanged bat head with ruby eyes (+1 enhancement) MW light crossbow w/ 10 bolts A Black Cloak with Crimson trim (Cloak of resistance +1) A wand carved out of bone with magic symbols burned into it (wand of scorching ray x10 charges) Black Leather Armor (+2) A Black Chain Belt (Belt of incredible dex +2) A Dark Green Cloak (Cloak of resistance +1) A Silver Ring with a large red stone (Ring of protect +1) silver ring inlaid with a red sunstone (Ring of Protect +2) Adorned silver cloak. (Former Legacy or Fate Item, now Mundane)
For destroying the vampires and not harming any of the servants in the process each player receives 12,000 xp and 1 hero point.
At this point you can nominate anyone who you felt acted particularly heroic or clever for an additional hero point.
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 39/58 Tuesday August 12th, 2014 8:11:45 PM
(ooc wow nice load of loot! )
Gerox spends many hours looking over the vampire haul and makes a list for the group explaining what does what and then asks, "I think we should try and use as much of this stuff as we can ourselves. I would like the headband as it is more powerful than my current one. I can throw my current one into the mix as part of the loot.
Can anyone else use the wand? I don't think we will get a lot at the Catacombs for it and I really don't need it. The protection rings are nice. We should be able to use those as well."
Peza / Chris / Hp 55/55 Ac 21/ cmd 21 Tuesday August 12th, 2014 9:18:44 PM
Peza soaks in Captain Ceri's words .... " that is a very important thing to think on .... it will certainly have a lasting impact on Rum's reputation and path to its future ... we shouldn't take that lightly ... I will give it much thought "
As Gerox inspects and figures out what each piece of their treasure from defeating the vampires .. " wow that is hugh .... and your right that the catacombs won't give us a fair value on it ... we should incorporate them into what we can do ...."
The raven haired girl peruses the items .... thinking over what can help and how it can help her help the group ... "
"I thi nk we should included our new friend Anthe in on this as he was their for the battle also .... " with a nod at him " if you find something of intrest just speak up "
ooc: I;m voting for an extra Hero point for Edson .... or shall I say Lord Edson ;-) he role played his role well ;-)
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 72/92 (88/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Tuesday August 12th, 2014 9:29:15 PM
"Askin' us on killin'? Well, I know how to do that good. I guess they're lookin' for training. Sounds fun." Brom says. "Not sure how to do it. That'll be for you thinkers. Just tell me what ya want me do."
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 28 (T 13 FF 22), CMD: 26; HP: 55/83Character Sheet Tuesday August 12th, 2014 11:57:21 PM
"Don't" is Barratore's reply. "Shouldn't have everyone one running about thinking they got the right to put someone down." He then gestures to Peza, "Your call though."
When Gerox has the treasure figured out, Barratore finds himself impressed. There was some nice shiny things. Specifically the Black Cloak with jade colored trim and the Silver Ring in the shape of a serpent biting its own tail and a ruby eye. Hopefully, he thought, Peza would grant him one of those
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 25,Touch AC 18, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 30/44 Wednesday August 13th, 2014 8:09:32 AM
"Damn that's a nice pull" Edson says a little too energetic. The belt and the rings of protection stuck out to him, but he wouldn't be selfish and let the others pick first. He got the shadow armor last time, and would choose after everyone else did.
DM James Wednesday August 13th, 2014 2:35:59 PM
As Gerox spends hours enamored with the loot from the vampire haul he makes a list for the group explaining what does and encourages the group to try and use as much of the stuff yourselves as possible rather than selling it at the Catacombs for a reduced price. As he eyes one of the headbands Barratore examines the black cloak with jade colored trim and the silver ring in the shape of a serpent biting its own tail with a ruby eye. Edson waits his turn and lets the others choose from the treasure first as Peza encourages Anthe to take a share.
She then takes a moment to soak in Captain Ceri's words, realizing that what ever you decide will certainly have a lasting impact on Rum's reputation and path to its future. She she ponders the best path Brom grins. "Askin' us on killin'? Well, I know how to do that good. I guess they're lookin' for training. Sounds fun."
"Don't" is Barratore's reply, worried that giving the guards too much freedom could result in everyone running about thinking they got the right to put someone down.
As you discuss how to approach the issue Ceri watches, approving of much of the logic behind your arguments and reasoning. Keep in mind that these guidelines are for the city guard. The local protection groups have been instructed to use "no more force than is necessary" and to avoid the taking of life except under the most extreme of circumstances. Violation of these rules can get their status as a protection group revoked or even result in charges of murder or manslaughter against those involved.
I told the guards that you would be needing some down time after your last adventure. I expect you will have some shopping to do, and I believe some still need to get some training in.
(Remember that WLA members need to spend 2 days per level training in order to gain the additional skill points each level. If you have anything else you wish to do, make sure to let me know, otherwise we will move on once everyone is ready and any Catacombs purchases are complete. Also, please update your character sheets, some a a few levels behind and with a new Co-DM coming on I would like everything current and easy for him to follow.)
Ooc: While note necessarily "heroic", I agree that "Lord Kazil" deserves an additional Hero Point for his role playing in this module. Please add the Hero Point and additional XP to your character sheet.
Ooc2: Has anyone heard from Matt S (Anthe)? He has not posted in a couple days.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 72/92 (88/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Wednesday August 13th, 2014 8:40:59 PM
ooc: Who wants what out of the loot? Also, is anyone going to sell the stuff in the catacombs or should I do it?
"Ok, I'm headin' out. Let's meet up tonight and decide what we want ta do." Brom leaves the table and gathers his stuff and heads out. He stops to say "Anyone comin' with? I'm gonna check out town and maybe do some shoppin'."
Brom will wander around town for a while. He plans on grabbing lunch at the market and stop down by the docks. He stops to say hello to the guys at the dock. He also wants to see if he can find Old Salty to see if the old man has any interesting to say.
ooc: Brom is interested in the silver ring inlaid with a red sunstone (Ring of Protect +2).
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 28 (T 13 FF 22), CMD: 26; HP: 55/83Character Sheet Wednesday August 13th, 2014 9:43:18 PM
Barratore stands "I'm in" he says. Barratore heads out with Brom. They both had the same basic agenda and the same mindset and the minotaur found a strange connection with the raging human. So many differences, yet it all seemed to be normal. Nearly everything about Brom went against what Barratore was taught when it came to fighting. In the end though, he felt he found a kindred soul in honor, the thrill of adventure and life and a man who would not stand by while others suffered.
Barratore will go wherever Brom's whims take them on their day. After lunch, the minotaur will start pointing out the establishments that serve ale. In Barratore's mind, it was past time for a good pub crawl
Peza / Chris / Hp 55/55 Ac 21/ cmd 21 Wednesday August 13th, 2014 10:08:51 PM
After the meeting with captain Ceri .... Peza walks about their collection of captured goods .... she carefully eyes each item .... remembering the details that Gerox discussed .... her thoughts go to fashion ... mainly the clothing ..... the cloaks were fabulous ... even the belt would look good on her ... peeking at the others as they assess the goods ... she follows their eyes ... smiling as she catches them eyeing selected items ....
Walking around the table ... inspecting the rings her face sours at the fanged snake ... " i don't like snakes .... except as boots " chuckles the raven haired girl
she then lays the three cloaks side by side .... sizing each up ... " they all look great .... after a pause she picks the black cloak with jade trim [+3 resistance ] " if its ok with you guys i would like this one ... it's so stylish .... "
ooc : belt was tempting but it will be very helpful to Edson .... seems like brom and barratore can get the +2 rings and Edson the +1 ring and the belt .... all the other quieter items can taken as you wish
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 39/58 Thursday August 14th, 2014 8:25:43 AM
Gerox will spend some time training with the WLA. He will ask the others, "If no one minds, I will take the Headband. It is more powerful than my last one and I can throw my last one in as part of the loot if anyone wants it. Peza, I think the others are waiting for you to divide up the loot. Leadership has such advantages!"
When the loot is divided, Gerox will head off to the Catacombs to make some purchases.
DM James Thursday August 14th, 2014 2:19:03 PM
As the others divide up the treasure and prepare to head to the Catacombs Brom and Barratore spend the day walking about town, grabbing a dark beer where they can and looking for Old Salty. The docks are busy with activity. Although the fishing boats have all left for the day numerous ships from the main land are unloading their goods to sell or reloading the ship with shrimp to sell Sell to the Taur Islands and New Elenna. After several hours a man pushing a wheelbarrow directs you the the Squid's Ink Tavern saying he saw Salty in there not long before. Inside you find Old Salty drinking from a metal.
Aye. Can I help ye lad?
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 92/92 (108/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) d20+11=17 ; Thursday August 14th, 2014 8:04:51 PM
Brom enters the Squid's Ink after being directed there. He walks up to Old Salty. He looks at a waitress and says "I'll take two ales."
"Hi there Salty. I'm told your the man that knows what goes on around here." He says sitting down next to the old man. "So, ya hear anything?"
Perception DC 17
Peza / Chris / Hp 55/55 Ac 21/ cmd 21 Thursday August 14th, 2014 10:17:50 PM
Nodding as Gerox takes the headband ... " that looks good on you ... but keep the other one ... you can always trade it in at the catacombs .... buy yourself something else to help you out ... don;t be shy about splurging a little on yourself ... i know i will " laughs Peza
Starting a small pile of treasure she has selected .... cloak black with jade trim +3 resistance screaming bolts x2 silver bolts x10 [since Peza has the only crossbow she will find these helpful ] MW light crossbow Tanglefoot bag ... Silver cloak ordorned - [former legacy/fate item ]
The ranger takes an intrest in the silver cloak .... " think i will research these markings and its history
Brom +2 ring protection with sunestone Barratore +2 ring protection with fanged snake Gerox headband +4 cha Edson Belt +2 dex , claok +1 resistance [pick one ]
Any mundane items you want just select
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 25,Touch AC 18, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 30/44 Thursday August 14th, 2014 11:01:05 PM
Edson lets the others choose their items first, and will choose from the remaining pile. He selects the belt, that suposedly will help him move faster(as if he needed that). "This will do" he says to the others, awaiting for them to go to the catacombs, and head with them.
OOC: Will take the Dex belt
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 28 (T 13 FF 22), CMD: 26; HP: 55/83Character Sheet d20+3=7 ; Friday August 15th, 2014 8:34:32 AM
Barratore pulls a chair and sits down next to Brom, "I'll have the same." he says to the waitress
Treasure: +2 ring protection with fanged snake +1 Cloak of Resistance
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 92/92 (108/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Friday August 15th, 2014 11:40:40 AM
OOC: Here is the treasure list and sale values. Divided equally there is about 4800 gold each, which doesn't account for any division that would change if PC's keep items.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 25,Touch AC 18, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 30/44 Friday August 15th, 2014 1:57:34 PM
Ooc: I don't want the Cloak of Protection+1.. and Bronx taking the Ring of Protection +2 correct? If so an no one wants the ring of protection +1 I'll take that also.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 92/92 (108/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Friday August 15th, 2014 2:17:27 PM
OOC: I don't think I'm going to have Brom take the ring. He needs the gold to buy healing potions. So the Ring of Protection +2 is still available.
DM James d100=89 ; Friday August 15th, 2014 4:20:03 PM
After ordering a few drinks Brom and Barratore ask Old Salty if he has heard anything out of the ordinary lately. Ahh, the winds be blowing out of the East. There be adventure to be had. Something about it stirs the blood. It was the Eastern Wind that caused the stirring in me so many years ago. I got the itch for adventure and and stowed away on the Asterion. I just acted like I was supposed to be there and joined in scrubbing the deck and hiding in the life boats to sleep at night. By the time someone realized I wasn't actually crew they had already accepted me and let me stay on board. Mark my word, with the shipping guild making a killing on the Leviathan Shrimp and transporting them across the Wold there will be many a boy looking to do as I did.
Seeing the look on Broms face Old Salty gets the impression Brom is more interested in local news and recent happenings. There has been a slight increase in crime lately. Seems the more boats come the more unscrupulous folk come with it. At first I feared what the protection groups might do to them they catch, but it seems the city guard be keepin an eye on the protection. Make sure a man get a proper trial just like on the main lad.
Did you hear of those bodies they discovered? Puncture wounds in the neck, like something was drinking their blood. For a while I though someone must have caught a thief and taken justice by their own hand, but now some people are opening an inn, claiming to have been dominated by vampires and just set free. Haven't talked to them myself yet. Not sure if it's true. May be it is, maybe it aint. Be curious to know.
As they discuss current events the rest of the League Adventurer's continue examining the items brought back from the mansion, the items considerably more valuable than what the city would have paid.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 92/92 (108/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Sunday August 17th, 2014 9:32:48 PM
"Fishin' fer the big shrimp is exciting. We," he nods at Barratore, "had to end some threats to the big shrimp fishin'. They're some big things that eat those things. We fought a giant squid. That was definitely fun. Wouldn't ya say Barratore?"
"Ok, we've heard about the protection groups. I like ta spend my time down here, but I ain't in a lot. Local groups could be useful."
"We did hear about the bodies, and WLA handled it. No more vamp problems, and if anymore show up...we'll turn'em ta dust." He says and gives Barratore a forearm to the shoulder.
Other than that conversation, Brom picks up some drinks and food for the three adventurers. And he will pick Old Salty's brain for stories and not necessarily about local stuff. Brom will tell his own stories. He will talk about his trip to Rum, including the hell hounds and the sahaguin and his trip to the taur lands.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 92/92 (108/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Monday August 18th, 2014 7:45:33 PM
checking in
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 22 (T 13, FF 20, Raged 20), CMD: 27 (29 Raged); HP: 92/92 (108/108 Raged); DR 1/- (DR 2/- Raged) Monday August 18th, 2014 9:01:38 PM
Everyone decide what items they want from the treasure so we can finalize this. You all should be able to edit it. Just put your character's name next to the item.
Peza / Chris / Hp 55/55 Ac 21/ cmd 21 Monday August 18th, 2014 9:14:33 PM
Having some time for herself .... Peza takes advantage of membership in the WLA ... using their trainers to help sharpen her skills ..... she pushes her trainers hard as they push her harder .... its not easy work ... but the benifits will payoff in the long run ....
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