Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Thursday September 25th, 2014 8:35:00 AM
The group reaches a consensus of accepting the offer of residencey at The Tree of Parting. There is also the matter of dividing the treasure and selling the gear taken from the goblins. The gear, from what you have learned, should be easy enough to sell to here. It is all relatively common and with merchants moving through and a massive caravan group already here it should be a painless process. Udhomer casts Detect Magic, only the vials radiate any. The rings and broach are mundane pieces of jewelry.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Thursday September 25th, 2014 12:58:22 PM Mmmm.... 2nd breakfast!" :)
OOC: So, I can't carry much. Assuming I don't spend all of my money, what's the process in the Wold for converting to gems, or such (or is there a banking system)?
Nothing I need off the pile.... I'm good with selling anything that no one else wants.
Co DM Dan k feel free to simply convert gp to gems. or you can buy a chest and keep it there in your new residence
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 Character Sheet on it's way Thursday September 25th, 2014 3:32:01 PM
Irdalas looks at the party, eager to get to business. "So, do we actually have a destination now? Do we continue with the Caravan to Emerald City? I'd love to go and prepare but first I need to know for what. In any case I need to restock on arrows. I'll tag along with whoever is going to the merchants to sell all this stuff. Is anyone a skilled merchant? Maybe we can get a good price on this stuff and barter down on that Wand of Healing we were talking about getting."
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (+4 mage armor) (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 1/8 Sheet under construction Thursday September 25th, 2014 3:33:38 PM
Udhomar sees the spark in Irdalas's eyes and feels the urge to go do something too. The second he stand up though he's remembered of his injuries. "I think I'll go see myself a healer first, no use getting on the road all battered up.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Thursday September 25th, 2014 7:07:32 PM "We must formally accept their offer, yes? I would accompany you, Atlas and hear what they have to say."
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Thursday September 25th, 2014 9:18:14 PM "I too will go to see what next then I need to hit up the merchant area!" I follow Atlas and Caius back to breakfast.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Friday September 26th, 2014 1:40:02 AM "Yes, we must formally accept their offer. Let's deliver the message and finish our breakfast, the last thing we want to do is offend them our very first day of residence. After the pleasantries, and when our plates are empty, then we'll head to the merchants. I cannot say that I'm overly excited to drink any of these potions, but it makes sense to keep them and put them to use. I'll take the Shield of Faith vial if no one else wants it.
Irdalas, we'll ask the captain and others about what opportunities await us closer to the tree. I'm not inclined to go all the way to Emerald City now that the Captain has spoken and there sounds like plenty of opportunity here for us to do some good."
When everyone is set to depart Atlas heads back to deliver the message...
--------------------------------------- I'll put 50 gp into the pot and take the Shield of Faith +2 if no one else wants it.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1axGpBZeoZX0RUBb6O_7Uc8zLQ2DCFXe_T8ow80msxVc/edit?usp=sharing">Character Sheet</a> Friday September 26th, 2014 4:07:07 AM
OOC: testing my character sheet link
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 Character Sheet Friday September 26th, 2014 4:11:12 AM
OOC: it should work now...
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Friday September 26th, 2014 2:06:09 PM "All sounds good by me! Let's go accept, get some good food, and head to sell and buy. No interest in the potions here at this time. But I have no problem chipping in my share, or more, for the healing wand.
I'm good with selling everything we have so far, or people taking what they want. Nothing of interest on there for me."
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (+4 mage armor) (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 1/8 Sheet under construction Friday September 26th, 2014 3:39:14 PM
OOC: timezones.. posting tomorrow
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Friday September 26th, 2014 4:48:11 PM
I following both Atlas and Crosseye to accept the appointment of adventurers in residence.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Saturday September 27th, 2014 7:43:26 AM
As I sit down to enjoy some more food, I once again look around to see if I can find any peanut butter.
OOC: Does anyone NOT want to contribute to a Wand Of Healing for the party? If everyone is interested, we could just pay for it when we sell our stuff, before splitting up the remainder.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Saturday September 27th, 2014 9:44:43 AM
OOC: Sounds good to me!
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Saturday September 27th, 2014 11:08:03 AM
The group exits the suite and heads back to the Common room of Tree Tops. Another table now has guests at it, dressed in fine silks from the blue and silver color palette, they quietly are speaking among themselves. They all turn to look at you as you enter, but quickly return to their private conversation as you must not be the party on whom they are waiting.
The Party returns to the table and everyone is still there. Upon hearing of your acceptance, a wine is poured and glasses are raised. Folbre speaks, "To our new beginnings, friendship and honor in all we set out to do" More small talk is engaged about the table and you learn some about those that live here already Tree_of_Parting NPCs
There are several others in the tree as part time residents, men and women from around the Wold who come he to study, research or simply get away. At any given time 4-7 such people are here. They are given as much privacy as they desire. When the topic shifts to opportunities closer to the Tree, Garret excuses himself, "I have matters that require my attention, If you would excuse me."
After Garret leaves, conversation resumes and the party is directed towards the 4 men in fine silk clothes who have just been joined by a 5th, far less impressively dressed, yet still quite nice. What stands out most is that the color scheme of the last man is in bright reds and yellows. Expensive to be sure, but almost painful to look it.
Ciyradyl speaks softly "Those men, are members of the Chancers Club and where they gather adventure is not far behind. They sponsored and paid for the the Ball last night, which was the last of the 3 nights. The games, the food, the staff and drink were all provided by those 4 men. On this day, that is where adventure lies my friends."
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Saturday September 27th, 2014 3:16:20 PM
I finish up my breakfast look over at Atlas and say "Shell we?" and turn my attention to the other table. Wonder all the time where this could lead. still in the back on mine I need to restock but let's see what they are all about first then I will prepare based on that.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Saturday September 27th, 2014 3:21:42 PM
OoC I will help out with a wand what ever is needed plus as to the treasure stuff I have already add my part of the gold from the goblin encounter to my list as with everything else I need no interest and say we should sell it off for the funds. Also as before is there a banking system of storing way gold safely. As I want to save up or store some gold away. I don't really want to carry tons of gold around all the time.
Co DM Dan K there is no bank or other such thing. you can carry every posesion with you all the time, or leave things in your shiny new residence. It can be as simple on your PC sheet as 'stored gold' If you wish to secure it beyond being in a chest, you will need to purchase the amazing lock, enhanced with whatever, trap making skills and or anything else you can think of and track the expenditures to further solidify the safety of the storage and or residence as time goes by
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Sunday September 28th, 2014 3:39:43 PM
As I'm not one to start up a conversation with a group of people I don't know, and also not one to lead our group over to their table, I continue eating 2nd breakfast. :)
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 Character Sheet Monday September 29th, 2014 6:15:28 AM
Irdalas nods to Atlas. He knows fully well to leave the diplomatics to others and who would be better suited than our apparent leader.
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (+4 mage armor) (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 1/8 Sheet under construction Monday September 29th, 2014 6:17:11 AM
Udhomar looks at Folbre and asks "Sir Folbre, I still have unhealed wounds from last night, could you direct me towards the Tree's healer?"
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet d20+5=25 ; Monday September 29th, 2014 7:38:40 AM
Caius leans forward and, speaking to Ciyradyl, asks: "Can you tell me more of the Chancers Club? Who are they? What is their role at the Tree of Parting?" ----- OOC: Diplomacy = 25
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Monday September 29th, 2014 12:21:25 PM
Atlas nods to Crosseye, but just as he is about to head over he hears Udhomar and Caius speak up. He looks back to Crosseye and in a low voice says "Best to hear this before we jump into the spider's web.
Atlas waits for Folbre and Ciyradyl to reply.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Monday September 29th, 2014 12:26:21 PM Mmmm.... this is some good stuff.
I listen in to the conversation going on around at the table, let my stomach settle a little while from 2nd breakfast, then start in on brunch..... focusing mostly on tasty, low-calorie fruits and some veggies. (I'm trying to trim down a little.)
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Monday September 29th, 2014 3:29:25 PM
I look at back at Atlas and nod. Staying quite I sit back in my chair and listen to the conversion going on around me.
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Monday September 29th, 2014 6:41:30 PM
The group finishes pleasantries and breakfast. Udhomer asks about a healer and is provided directions to The Leafy Chapel and Liliput Muffinbubble, the current caretaker. She has been here for about 2 years and they expect her to remain for another 3 or so and likely she will move on. The post here at the Tree is quite prestigious, and the order of Alemi spreads the responsibility around of being caretaker. Ciyradyl suspects it is to make sure no priest becomes to comfortable in the position and tries to abuse the power that comes with it. Folbre excuses himself first.
Ciyrandyl answers "The Chancers Club is an exclusive adventurers' club and widely known throughout the Plateaus as being an elitist members-only club made up of active and retired thrill-seekers. Daredevil young nobles challenge one another to duels and brag of their feats of bravado. Some say the Chancers are blessed with more money than sense, but the organization has flourished for almost 40 years, and its place in high society suggests that members gain access to some of the most powerful people in the Wold. One could make worse friends. As to their role here at the Tree, they have none. The Tree was a destination for the ball held over the last few days nothing more. I am not sure of the significance of their dress either. Likely to do with their respective positions" She shrugs, "A bit overboard for my taste, but you humans are a diverse and rather eccentric breed really."
Eventually breakfast comes to an end, other patrons arrive and your table splits up. As a group, you make your way to the table pointed out to you. The man in the bright red and yellows stands as you approach and directs you to sit. "Good morning good sirs, If I may." he sits back down, "You are the adventurers who not only saw the wagon in, but also killed the ankhegs that attacked last night are you not."
The other gentlemen lift their glasses to offer a small toast, but it is obvious that they intend to let the man in the red and yellow silks do the talking. he continues, "My name is Gaston Laroutte, a pleasure to make your aquaintence. These gentlemen are with the Chancers Club, an organization that I am petitioning."
With their introduction the men stand and that is when you recognize one of them. One of the men in Blue and silver, perhaps the most imposing and dashing of them all, is the image of the magical floating bust that greeted you last night and welcomed you to the Chancers Ball. They men nod in your direction, then to Gaston and then depart.
"They know i am going to ask you to accompany me on my final phase and rules keep them from prying into the details of such things. " Gaston says. "I would like to hire you fine men to account and speak to my bravery and deeds over the next 5 or so days as I lead you into the Eastern Wood." He flags down a servant and instructs the man to bring a glass of fine port for each of you and himself. He then smiles at you expectantly
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet d20+3=18 ; d20+2=4 ; d20+2=9 ; Tuesday September 30th, 2014 12:14:48 AM
Through the past few moments you can tell that Atlas is not very pleased with this Chancers Club. His look of disapproval, untimely grunts that seem to be dissatisfaction, and lack of his trademark smile make it clear. Just in case there is any doubt, he decides to speak up, "Greetings Gaston. As you can clearly tell, I'm not a bard, nor are any in this group of ours. Granted, the halfling has been known to try and cheer our spirits with some music, but you can trust me when I say he's no bard. Also, just to be clear, the outfits you are all wearing are quite over the top. Had I been wearing that last night I would have tripped and fallen into the Ankheg's mouth. Why do you do it?"
Atlas takes another look over Gaston, decides he doesn't really want to know, and pushes on with the conversation.
"Now, I cannot speak for everyone, but I find myself in quite the dilemma. You see, I have no desire to account and speak to your bravery and deeds. However, I do want to see what the Eastern Wood has to offer us, and then there's the coin as well. So, I'm tempted by your offer just as much as I am offended.
"Before we answer, tell me this. If we accompany you and you find yourself in trouble, are we to help or let you die and take the news back of your bravery even in death? If we do help, are we to bring back the truth, or are you paying us to say what you want?"
Atlas continues to look at Gaston with a look of disdain on his face as he waits for an answer or the others to speak up.
------------------------------------------------ Diplomacy Check to see if I can deliver all that without completely making him mad: d20+3=18 Sense his motive to make sure he's honest in his words/response: d20+2=4 Perception check to better understand Gaston (age, class, etc): d20+2=9
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+6=18 ; Tuesday September 30th, 2014 12:10:05 PM "Did someone say 'Bard'?!?!?!"
I immediately pull out the banjo and strike up a tune as I approach Gaston....
"No one's slick as Gaston No one's quick as Gaston No one's neck's as incredibly THICK as Gaston's For there's no man in town half as manly! Perfect, a pure paragon! You can ask any Tom, Dick or Stanley And they'll tell you whose team they prefer to be on!......."
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 Character Sheet Tuesday September 30th, 2014 1:38:04 PM
Irdalas chuckles at Mack. "Obviously we should let Mack here do the boasting, but I have no problem traveling alongside him if it leads to adventure and coin. As long as I don't have to wear a dress too..."
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (+4 mage armor) (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 1/8 Sheet under construction Tuesday September 30th, 2014 1:38:51 PM
OOC: Udhomar goes to the Leafy Chapel to get fully healed.
Co DM Dan K Cost is Caster level × spell level × 10 gp or 1x1x10=10gp for 1d8+1hp. Feel free to make some rolls, pay the coin and return to the TreeTops Inn
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Tuesday September 30th, 2014 5:22:43 PM
I listen to Mack's tune and chuckle to myself " We'll done Mack you know how to lighten up things and bring cheer to me. Cheers!" Thinking to myself I am looking for a adventure and enlightenment of the world of Wold but not as a lacky to anyone. What is Gaston's motives? Glory on our backs or shared glory and adventure?
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Tuesday September 30th, 2014 9:39:48 PM
Caius waits patiently for Gaston to respond to Atlas. The Eastern Wood? he thinks. There is much to see there, true, but also great corruption. What might his business be in the Eastern Wood?
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Tuesday September 30th, 2014 11:41:00 PM
Gaston's expression shifts from an expectant smile to one of mild amusement and puzzlement. Atlas is sure the man is not insulted or mad, but precisely what he is now thinking, Atlas is unsure. Mack's quick and jaunty song returns the smile to his face and Gaston falls into the rhythm and taps with his hand in time. "Well played good sir, well played indeed."
Gaston then turns back to Atlas, "I suppose those are right and good questions and concerns. Though you should be careful about insulting anyone based upon their manner of dress. Those men that just left are part of the Questors Board of Inquiry and Selection and one of them was the Silver Bishop himself. A man of great influence, even out here. I am still an initiate and thus dress as you see me. But make no mistake, I am no man of small means myself. The Chancers Club does not consider just anyone. They are an elite group and can afford to be so."
Gaston drains his drink and orders another. "To the heart of your concerns, I am not looking for some bard and truth be told, I was not actually looking for you, but you have caught their attention and so you now make the perfect companions. You are capable of defending yourselves and seemingly forthright. So I am looking for to hire you to accompany me into the Eastern Woods. Should trouble arise i would think you will act accordingly. I do not know what lies in the Wood, a target and task assigned by the Silver Bishop to me. It is my last right of passage, so to speak, before being inducted. Their rules require a witness. Whom better than yourselves and as you have mentioned several times, there will be coin in it as well as the personal connection to an up and coming member to one of the Wolds most elite and influential organizations that deals directly with heroism and adventure."
"Surely I would think worth your time. What say you?"
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Wednesday October 1st, 2014 12:57:20 AM
Atlas nods a thanks to Gaston for his forthright answer, then turns to the group, "Well, it was clear from our last conversation that one of the main reasons we are here is for adventure. Gaston seems straight enough, so I'm inclined to say that we should take him up on this offer. It would not do us good to offend such an influential group, even if I think their formalities and elitism is a bit absurd. Besides, I bet he cleans up nice after a few days in his armor and lacking a shave."
Atlas laughs at his own joke, turns to Gaston and says, "I am sorry if I came across a bit rough, but I'm not much for doing things that are not practical just for the sake of fitting into a group that at first glance seems to focus more on how great they are than how much good they are doing. However, your words seem true and your intent good, so maybe you can show us that we should not judge a book by its cover."
Atlas looks back to the group to see what the general consensus is. His attitude has changed and he seems to be excited about the potential adventure that awaits them.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 Character Sheet Wednesday October 1st, 2014 9:12:21 AM
Irdalas is visibly happy. "I for one cannot wait to get back on the road towards adventure!
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 8/8 Sheet under construction Wednesday October 1st, 2014 9:18:33 AM
Udhomar walks in just as Atlas is talking. "Well, I'm all healed up and ready to go!
OOC: not sure how the healing at the chapel would work and how long it would take, I assume I've had enough time to get to full health by now.
Co DM Dan K Cost is Caster level × spell level × 10 gp or 1x1x10=10gp for 1d8+1hp. Make your rolls, subtract the coin from your sheet. The time frame to accomplish the task is inconsequential
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Wednesday October 1st, 2014 2:20:32 PM "Thank you, kind sir."
I put my banjo away.
With a joking smile, whispering back to Boni and whichever other of my companions is closest.... "He seems like kind of a target in those clothes... but maybe that's part of his test. And I guess it will buy US more time to react while he's being pounced on." :)
"I'm in! What time do we leave? I believe we need to sell our goods and buy a few things quick... but that shouldn't take long."
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 8/8 Sheet under construction d8+1=2 ; d8+1=6 ; Wednesday October 1st, 2014 2:57:18 PM OOC: I pay 20g to get fully healed.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Wednesday October 1st, 2014 3:30:45 PM
I look at Atlas and the others and just nod in acceptance. Thinking like Mack I need to resupply too but should be quick.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Wednesday October 1st, 2014 3:43:44 PM
Caius nods in agreement with the rest of the group. "I am ready," he says.
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Thursday October 2nd, 2014 8:41:45 AM
Gaston lifts his drink, "Excellent then. To our adventure." Gaston tells the group that he will be planning the expedition for the reminder of the day and that you should be prepared to leave tomorrow morning. He suggests you take the day to purchase what you will need and get some rest. The next few days into the Eastern Wood should be quite exciting.
The party is left to their own devices for a time to sell their wares and resupply. The large caravan is still here and thus, any normal supplies one can think of are available for purchase.
I added the total value to the party treasure. please divide it up and get it to the character sheets. Any Non Magical item in the Core Book is available to purchase in any reasonable quantity
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Thursday October 2nd, 2014 3:34:15 PM
OOC:
Just doing some math here... please, anyone jump in with you disagree with this plan, or (DM) if I have some of the understandings wrong.
I believe some people wanted to keep the vials? If that is the case, selling the rest gives us 891 GP. It costs 750 GP to get a Cure Light Wounds Wand with 50 charges. That leaves us 17 GP each, with 5 left on Party Treasure. Does that all sound correct, and OK with everyone, including to the DM the question of: "is that correct, and available"?
What would be the cost of the same Wand with only 25 charges? The reason I ask is because that might be better to have 2 people being able to use it simultaneously, plus spreading out the risk of it being destroyed some how.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Thursday October 2nd, 2014 6:36:06 PM
I stand up and say " Thanks, I will go have a look around and then head to our quarters to rest. Where are we to meet and when tomorrow?" I then head out of the room and down to the large caravan. After looking around for awhile I find what I am looking for healing kits. After taking it over with the merchant and settling on a price I perchase 1 with 10 uses (50gp). I also add a empty chest to that also. (2gp). Thinking I am all set now and ready to go I head backpack to our quarters with my stuff. I place the chest in the room empty (left there for future use). With that down now I settle into a chair waiting for the others to return with visions of what might be to come.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Thursday October 2nd, 2014 6:41:45 PM
OoC Your math looks right to me and I like the idea of 2 wands less charges and then the one. if more Gp is need I will help out what I can. As to my share if any just let me know if I get any to need to paid anything. Having 2 people with a wand would go a long way for the group.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Friday October 3rd, 2014 1:39:27 AM
Atlas says to the group, "I'll take that vial that Udhomar called Shield of Faith. Here is my fifty gold to compensate for it." Atlas looks around before pulling a pouch from under his armor, shaking 50 gold out of it, the quickly tightening it back up and hiding it under his armor again.
"I'll be down picking up supplies." Atlas heads out the door and down the tree. He eventually finds someone with a healing kit and he haggles them down to 50 gp.
Atlas finishes his purchase and heads back to find the others.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Friday October 3rd, 2014 8:15:14 AM
Caius nods to the group and then walks back to their quarters to await their departure. I need little, he thinks. I only need that which Gargul provides.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 Character Sheet Friday October 3rd, 2014 11:32:23 AM
OOC: I'll post in the weekend how I'm going to prepare for our trip
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 8/8 Sheet under construction Friday October 3rd, 2014 11:32:41 AM
OOC: same
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Friday October 3rd, 2014 1:06:53 PM
OOC: Question for the DM.... do you want us to list items out here as we buy them, or just update our character sheet appropriately, and you review that from time to time?
I purchased a few items, updated Party Treasure, including putting a Dagger on there that I don't want to carry around (if anyone wants to grab it off of Party Treasure). I'm still reviewing my character to try to limit the weight of what I'm carrying.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Friday October 3rd, 2014 8:44:32 PM
Atlas gets back, sees that some are still out and about, and decides to take a nap. Just before falling asleep a thought passes through his conscious, Where are we going to live? Do we need to buy something, rent a room, or are they giving us a place to stay while we are here? I'll have to ask that the next time I see them. With that he falls asleep...
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Saturday October 4th, 2014 8:43:50 AM
Caius nods to Atlas as he enters the group's quarters and then turns his attention back to the fire.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Saturday October 4th, 2014 10:05:39 AM
OOC: Anyone have any interest in the rest of the vials on the Party Treasure? If you are interested but can't afford it, no worries. I'm sure we can just mark that on the list for later. Please claim this weekend, though, and Monday we can sell whatever is left. :)
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 13 Character Sheet Sunday October 5th, 2014 4:16:50 PM OOC: Sorry I don't have much time so I'm keeping it short. I buy 200 arrows for 10 gold and a Potion of Cure Light Wounds. My character sheet is adjusted. I have also taken my share of the spoils.
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 8/8 Sheet under construction Sunday October 5th, 2014 4:17:39 PM
Udhomar stays near Atlas as he is ready to go.
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Sunday October 5th, 2014 7:57:06 PM
The group splits up from Gaston, some head below to haggle with some of the merchants and others look for where they can sleep. You all quickly learn that for the short term, the suite in the west wing where you were escorted to earlier, would serve as your residence. When you return from the eastern woods, a more permanent situation could be worked out. Speaking with Ciryndl, you learn of a couple possible places that might be handed into your possession. "Again though, we can speak about that upon your return. For now, enjoy the suite."
While purchasing some supplies, a few chuckles and rumors reach your ears. No one wishes to speak ill of anyone, but you are cautioned by more than one merchant about Gaston. The prevailing thought is his reputation is more purchased than earned. The other main thought is the expression of surprise that he is being considered for the Chancers Club. The collective thought of the merchants and even a few of the mailed fist is that the Chancers club values deed over coin, though they all admit to a great of coin is involved when it comes to the Chancers. None think you are in any particular danger and wish you well for the caravan will be gone by the time you return.
The night passes peacefully and the well earned rest is certainly appreciated by each body in a comfortable bed. The wind through the leaves and the sound of some nearby water feature add immeasurably to the peace of your sleep and dreams.
Few bookkeeping items. For non magical items, a simple posting such as Crosseye did is perfect. I go do x, y and z buying this and that. Write the items on your sheet, subtract the gold and call it a day
ALL MAGIC MUST BE PURCHASED THROUGH THE CATACOMBS. It is a different board entirely with othe Woldian volunteers monitoring it. They can help you and they help me keep things consitent I do not believe you can purchase a non fully charged wand. But if a CC staffer says yes, feel free.
I have noted not everyone has their xp on their sheets. I strongly urge you to keep that updated
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Sunday October 5th, 2014 8:18:56 PM
As everyone slowly returns to the room I find a quite area and settle in for the night. Time it get a good night sleep. See everyone in the morning and I drift off easily.
OoC Mack I take my share of the gold from both encounters 120+17=137
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Sunday October 5th, 2014 9:22:22 PM
OOC: Posted in the Catacombs. Just waiting for a response.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Monday October 6th, 2014 6:13:43 AM
OOC:
************************ ***SALE RECEIPT***
***Sold to Mack (Eric) *** 0750.0 - 1 wand of cure light wounds
Sub total from purchases = 750 gp
Total due from Mack (Eric) = 750 gp
***SALE RECEIPT*** ************************
I need to send an e-mail on this to our DM, etc.... and still see when it's actually available for us. No "half wands". So we'll have to do that on our own, over time. :)
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Monday October 6th, 2014 8:14:39 AM
Caius rises early and begins his morning rituals while waiting for the rest of the group to wake.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Monday October 6th, 2014 12:19:29 PM
Atlas rises early, puts on his armor, and heads to the ground below for his morning exercise/stretching. It feels good to be back to it after so many difficult nights.
After he completes his routine he heads back up to get breakfast and to gather with the group in anticipation of Gaston's arrival. Upon doing so he ensures that everyone heard the rumors from yesterday. "I don't want everyone getting worked up over this, they are all just rumors, but I have a hard rule about keeping secrets from those that are watching my back. Now you know what I know, interpret it however you want."
------------------------------ ooc: Dan, thanks for the rumors...I am rusty in my role playing, I cannot believe I didn't think to ask around when I was out shopping.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet Monday October 6th, 2014 2:47:03 PM
Irdalas ponders the rumours. "Hmmm, it could be that the Chancers club has allowed Gaston to come this far with his gold but that before they let him join he really has to prove himself with an extra hard task. We should be on our guard." Irdalas dons his armor and gets ready to move out.
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 8/8 Sheet under construction Monday October 6th, 2014 2:48:43 PM
"As long as it's not more of those damn insects I'm sure we'll be fine." Udhomar says as he gathers his stuff. After a short while he is ready to go on the road.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=17 ; Monday October 6th, 2014 5:19:19 PM
After a good night sleep,finally,I wake up, wash up, then dawn my armor and gather my equipment that I will need for the next few days. "ok I think I am all set now" I speak out loud to anyone that will hear me, as I look over my gear. While waiting for everyone to finish their morning activities I grab my backpack and a chair. I place the chair by an open window and take a seat. I look out over the tree and beyond at all the wonders and morning goings on taking it all in. So much going on.
----- Perception check to see if there is anything of interest or hint of what is to come. = 17
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Monday October 6th, 2014 9:25:11 PM
Atlas shares with the group, Gaston may be a bit more on the talk side than the walk side. The only minor puzzle then involves this trip to the Eastern Wood. Could it be more dangerous than it seems? Perhaps, but now all in the group are at least aware of the possibility. the group prepares themselves, adjusts packs, dons armor and all that goes into the start of an adventure. A brisk knock at the door reveals an elf with a small gift wrapped box. He nods politely, "Your Catacombs purchase and proof of receipt." He holds a small book for you to sign and take possession before turning quickly to leave.
the party arrives down the walkway to the main room and breakfast is being served. A few others are already there, but is also appears a fairly large group may have already passed through. Below, you can hear the sounds of animals and people calling out and preparing. The great caravan is heading out on the second leg of the journey this morning. 12 more days on the road to Emerald City.
Sitting at a table across the way are the men dressed in Silver and blue, finishing their meal and drinking what appears to be coffee from the aroma. You also spy an older human woman, sitting y herself at a sunlit table sipping her drink and gazing out across the tree to the north. Laughingwater is at another table with a large half orc woman and a human, neither one you recognize. Who is distinctly not present is Gaston. Moments after you are seated, a servant is there to place a setting before each of you and to ask the drink you wish to have to start.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet d20+5=25 ; Tuesday October 7th, 2014 7:46:49 AM "Water please," Caius says while nodding to the servant. I recognize most, but not all. And Gaston is absent. Curious? Caius stands and walks towards the older human woman. He bows and says, "As a priest of Gargul, I greet you. My name is Caius Graycloak. May the god of life and death watch over you this day." As Caius stands, he continues: "I could not help but notice that you dine alone. Would you perhaps like to join us at our table? We are a good lot and always interested in the story of others?"
----- Diplomacy=25
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Tuesday October 7th, 2014 12:32:53 PM "Good morning, everybody!"
"I'll take a small glass of orange juice please, if you have it. Otherwise, anything fruity, if not." :)
I sit back and relax, and wait for the others to join us.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------ OOC: I sold the rest of our extra items on Party Treasure. So, another 113 gp for each, and few pieces leftover.
I purchased a Healer's Kit, and Masterwork Thieves Tools, a small gem (the weight is getting to me), and to everyone's joy (I'm sure), a harmonica that I don't know how to play yet. :)
We'll have to decide who is carrying the Wand Of Cure Light Wounds. I think I should be out for sure, as I suggested it... and the cleric should probably be out, so we don't concentrate all of our healing power on 1 person. Might be best to have someone who is "less" of a fighter, or at least more of a "distance" fighter? What do you guys think?
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet Tuesday October 7th, 2014 2:14:43 PM
Irdalas eyes the room, take something to eat and relaxes.
OOC: sorry for the short post, not feeling well today :(
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 8/8 Sheet under construction d20+2=19 ; Tuesday October 7th, 2014 2:17:47 PM
Udhomar sits down and keeps his eyes open for Gaston. (Perception check of 19) "Strange, I would have expected Gaston to be here by now"
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Tuesday October 7th, 2014 5:42:54 PM
I see everyone was heading down for breakfast so I decide to join them. On the way down I see a vendor selling gems and think to myself an easy way to carry gold without the weight. So I stop by and was able to get a dark deep blue one with a value of 100gp. After doing that to head to breakfast. I walk into room where everyone else is and notice them all together head over to then take a seat " Morning all hope everyone had a good sleep. Where is Gaston? Who is Caius talking with?" To the servant "I will have milk please" and I start in on my breakfast.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Tuesday October 7th, 2014 5:46:16 PM
OoC Mack I take my gold thanks and of the wand I think you are right to should go to a range as they are more likely to be able to use it on who ever needs it most easily. Like Irdalas.
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Tuesday October 7th, 2014 10:05:38 PM
Caius heads over to speak with the woman sitting alone and after introductions, invites her to your table. the woman calls herself Moana. She is in her late forties, early fifties perhaps. Her eyes are wrinkled about the edges and her face is tanned from the sun. laugh lines are about her mouth and rosey cheeks, but as Caius looks into her steel grey eyes, he sees a depth of sadness within, yet framed with a spark of defiant light. She smiles but declines, "I prefer my mornings alone with my rising sun and coffee, but thank you Caius Graycloak of Gargul. When you return perhaps you can come and see me. If, that is, it is not the first rays of the morning." She smiles and returns to her coffee
The servant leaves to fetch the orange juice and milk as requested. "I will bring a pitcher of each, in case the others have a change of heart." The breakfast this morning is blended fig with cane sugar wrapped in a flaky pastry. A side of hearty warm bread with honey butter, a bunch of bananas and scooped cantalope.
Everyone notes that Gaston is not present
It is not for another near hour before the man enters the room. He thunders in with a pair of comely women at his side. He is dressed for the day, a chain shirt can be spied beneath his lambskin shirt. One of the ladies is carrying a dark brown leather travelling cloak, a longsword is on his hip, a quiver and longbow are on his back. Even from here, you can see the quality and expense that went into all he has. You almost expect to see a bard or wandering minstrel singing of his bravery at his heels, but none appears. Gaston bellows a thunderous welcome and pronouncement of how glorious it is to get back into the wilds and unto adventure. He arrives at your table and seats himself.
The servant arrives and Gaston begins to eat and drink, "We leave in an hour, I hope you are ready. I cannot be kept waiting, Adventure is to be had this day!" he slams a hand down to emphasize his point
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet d20+3=8 ; Wednesday October 8th, 2014 12:13:00 AM
Atlas looks up from his meal as Gaston storms into the place. Noticing the women, he raises an eyebrow, but keeps eating. When Gaston sits down and starts eating Atlas keeps his composure, even though the man was not invited to sit with them. However, Atlas cannot ignore the man's manners any longer after his last comment.
With an even voice Atlas starts to talk, "Gaston, I'm going to say this once and only once. You will treat me and my companions with respect. I may be just a brash young man in your eyes, but my elders taught me to always respect myself and stand up for myself. Right now I feel like your behavior is going to put us in more danger while on this adventure and I'm not willing to accept that additional risk for me or for my companions. So either start taking us and this adventure seriously or you can keep your money."
Atlas stares at Gaston for another second, doing his best to show no emotion, then resumes eating his breakfast.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20=6 ; Wednesday October 8th, 2014 12:17:28 PM
As the tension level rises between Atlas and Gaston, I pull out the harmonica, and make an attempt to quietly play the "Gaston" song. :)
(d20 perform check of 6)
I put the harmonica away, and quietly mumble.... "Yah, I might need a little work on that."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Wednesday October 8th, 2014 1:58:18 PM
OOC:
Sorry, a lot of these rules are still new to me, and quite a bit different than what I am used to. I was thinking anybody in the party could use a wand, once we knew the command word, etc.... Apparently, that's no longer the case. It looks like in our current situation, we're probably limited to Crosseye and Caius being able to use it. If that is correct (Dan, please correct me if I am mistaken), I would vote for Crosseye to hang on to it, to spread out our healing power a little.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet Wednesday October 8th, 2014 4:12:36 PM
Irdalas throws a glance at Gaston. He agrees with Atlas, being this careless could lead to casualties in battle. We'll just have to make sure that IF anyone gets hurt, it's Gaston first...
While he ponders on this he finishes his breakfast and makes sure he packed everything.
Udhomar (Johan) AC: 16 (T16 FF 10), CMD: ? , HP: 8/8 Sheet under construction Wednesday October 8th, 2014 4:16:22 PM
"Adventure? My young fellow, relax. You would throw yourself head first off a cliff with this sort of blind enthusiasm. Now have some breakfast and mentally prepare yourself for what's to come. You'll need some inner calm when something pierces your flesh to the bone, believe me.." After this fatherly advise, Udhomar finishes his breakfast and looks to Atlas for a sign to leave.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Wednesday October 8th, 2014 4:48:07 PM
Caius nods to Moana and then turns his attention to Atlas and Gaston. "Gargul urges balance and self-control in all things. May we find this true today."
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Wednesday October 8th, 2014 8:04:54 PM
I quietly continue to eat my breakfast listening in what the others have to say. They all seem very wise for such a young age. I could not have found a better group on friends if I had tried. I think to myself, the future looks bright with enlightment and promise. I think I will take direction from them right now and wait to see any for us to leave. I know I am ready for this adventure and new life.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Wednesday October 8th, 2014 8:09:32 PM
OoC
Did we lose Bonivus ? If so atlas look like main tank Melee I will try and step in the front beside you when I can an I can either be Melee or range.
Tree Tops Inn - Co DM Dan K Wednesday October 8th, 2014 10:29:03 PM
Gaston pauses and turns a bit towards Atlas. "Treat you with respect? I'm not sure I understand your meaning as I have not done anything but. I brought you in and I wouldn't have if I didn't think you could keep up. That's respect. The adventurer code my friend." Mack pulls the harmonica, but a few off key notes later he puts it away and Gaston chuckles, "Much better on the banjo there Mack." He chuckles again, Mack's plan of breaking any tension seems to have been successful
Gaston then continues, but more jovial, "You are an interesting lot, I'll give you that." He spreads his not to inconsiderable arms wide, "Adventure lads, is a thing to be grasped and enjoyed, not a chore or toil to be done. Heroics, songs, legends are all waiting out there to be seized and had and her you sit, " he gestures towards Udhomer and Atlas, "Dour, glum."
Gaston gets up, smiling brightly at Caius ashe rejoins the table, and seems to barely be able to control himself from squeezing the mans face as you might a cute baby, "Why so Serious?" He leans away, "Come now priest, you should celebrate your faith and god, not mourn them."
"I say that one can treat an adventure or the promise of adventure successfully without losing the joy of the excitement." He sits back down, "Atlas, all of you. Do not think my attitude careless or reckless or that i think of you as not companions at my side. Life is to be lived and I mean to do it."
Gaston sits back and continues his meal, "Ready in an hour then my friends."
An hour later, the ensemble gathers at the base of the Tree. The caravan has departed and the area seems deserted now The ground is trampled and rutted all about the Tree and you spy a few men descending the great stair with rakes, hoes and other tools over their shoulders to likely tend the wore ground. Gaston salutes up the Tree and following his gaze, you spy the Silver Bishop and his two companions. They make no gesture in return. Gaston puts his hand down and starts heading east at a brisk stride. The edge of the Eastern Wood lies a hard day's march away
ooc We may have lost Brian, i have an email to him but have not received a response. I have a line on two other interested players and so we may get more in our group To use a wand you have to have the spell on your list. you need not be able to cast it, just have it as a possibility. thus Crosseye can use CLW wand
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Wednesday October 8th, 2014 11:12:04 PM
Atlas follows Gaston and the group. His face is dour as Gaston said, and he's quiet. For those on the road with him to the Tree, they know that he's a jovial individual and he loves good conversation, so to see him so quiet would leave them wondering what he's thinking. However, he doesn't appear to be ready to say anything for the time being. He keeps his hand on his sword, his eyes forward and continues to follow Gaston as he keeps his thoughts to himself.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Wednesday October 8th, 2014 11:59:23 PM ----------------------- ooc: Earl, our dynamic has certainly changed from where we originally started! I don't mind being the tank, but with 8 of us monsters are going to get around me. We're going to have to plan accordingly.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Thursday October 9th, 2014 11:13:31 AM How dare he speak of celebration! Gargul is a God of balance, of life and death. He is not celebrated...he is worshiped and...feared. I cannot accept this man's joviality or his godless nature. I will, from here on out, seek his conversion to the God that commands all things.
Once on the road, Caius notices Atlas' introspection and falls into march next to him. "Atlas," he says, "You're one of the most gifted leaders I have ever worked with. You have the intuition and wisdom of a much older man, and a fearlessness in your adventuring spirit. This is why I have chosen to follow you. But I can tell that something is amiss with you, and, as Gargul teaches, to work through doubt one must speak. So, tell me, what is it that disturbs you?"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+9=19 ; Thursday October 9th, 2014 12:24:09 PM "Ha-ha.... he said you're old..." I say towards Atlas. :)
I head out with the group.... walking with a slight look of concern on my face. Where is Boni? I hope nothing bad has happened. He must have scouted on ahead.....
If nothing exciting happens within the first hour, I walk over to Caius, and touch him lightly... "Tag. You're it." I quickly head to the other side of the group, hiding if there is enough around to do so.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=22 ; d20+6=8 ; d20+5=21 ; d20+5=7 ; Thursday October 9th, 2014 3:57:42 PM
I head out also with the group. " I will go alittle ahead and do some scouting" and with that I go head of the group down the road to look for tracks or and sign of adventure. I stay to the edge of the road and try to stay hidden as much as possible.
-------- survival check - 22 to look for tracks of what might be ahead perception check 8 - general area knowledge geography check - 21 of the area and where we are headed Knowledge nature check - 7 of area and where we are headed
Cameron (David F) HP11/11 Character sheet in progress Thursday October 9th, 2014 9:48:22 PM
Walking up to the base of the massive tree are a halfling and a centaur. The halfling wears a long red coat over some kind of armor beneath. Daggers are visible at his belt, poking from the tops of his boots and tucked into the insides of the coat. He carries a backpack and not much else. He has unruly hair of a platinum blond color and he also wears a goatee. Both appear to be in need of a trim. With a serious look that would be far more at home on the face of a dwarf, and old dwarf at that, than on the face of a young looking halfling he asks the Centaur, " This is the place she keeps telling you to go? I mean it's breathtking and all but why would she send you to a tree. Centaurs don't live in trees. It's the place I keep seeing too, and it's where the clues led, so let's see what this place has to offer, eh Carver? Someone here must have some coin to sit in a few hands of cards at least."
OOC Hello guys. After subbing for Earl while he was away I decided I would like to join your game. John and I know each other in real life, outside the Wold and try to stick together (in the same game at least, we don't always see things the same way) so I dragged him along. I am still settling some character stuff with the DMs so my sheet isn't as easy to post as his. It will be up soonish.
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Thursday October 9th, 2014 10:06:26 PM
The centaur, wears a lot of armor painted in almost a pure black, has a holy symbol of Gargul painted in white on one of his pauldrons. The horse skin is a pale just off white and he has red hair on his head. He is loaded with a variety of weapons, from swords to a bow to a lance. He looks a bit young, but you never know, he is a centaur after all. "Cam, you know I was half delirious with that damn fungus when she showed up this time, although when she arranged to have it cleared up was a good thing. But yes she did say this was the tree and to hurry and get here on this day. Why, she has more than one reason I expect, but let's go in and get a drink, a human sized glass of wine a day might be enough for you, but me? I need to quench my thirst." With that, the odd couple head in.
OOC: Hey all, Dave and I have been hanging out for what seems like forever ever has to be 25 or 26 years this weekend (local gaming club had a convention Columbus Day weekend every year) Dave would remember better, he was in college. We honestly don't agree all the time, we even argue on the phone often, but since we live 3 hours apart, this is the only way we get to game together.
Meeting on the Road - Co DM Dan K Thursday October 9th, 2014 10:33:08 PM
Crosseye moves off in front of the group taking the lead upon the road. There is little cover on the south road from the Tree that connects to the main East West road. There is some though, unlike the main road itself.
Ahead you spy an unlikely travelling pair, a centaur and halfling, no wagon no escort. Both talking about being lead here, or shown the way or some such talk. The prominent Gargul symbol upon the centaur lends more than a little credence to that possibility. Two travelers surviving means they are very capable or very lucky or perhaps, being watched over. Again adding to the credence of conversation Crosseye overhears as he approaches.
Cameron and Carver.... The tree is beyond large, like a mountain upon the plain and even from several leagues away it dominates the area. Approaching from the tree looks to be a small group of 7. Dressed for the road, adventurers, perhaps mercenaries. A lead man moves just along the side of the road with a 30' lead and seems to know his way about. Further back are the other 6, one perhaps is a child and one wears a gray cloak causing him to stand out a bit. The other stand out is a large man, in the center of the group, striding along, a large grin upon his face and looking all around pleased with himself. There is something about him, familiar yet, like a person you might see or remember from a dream, a composite of others you know.
Cameron (David F) HP11/11 Character sheet in progress Thursday October 9th, 2014 11:01:21 PM
The halfling leans over and whispers up to the Centaur. Well it would be whispering, but the centaur's ear is at least five feet above the halflings head, so it's more of a stage whisper, not really very subtle. " Their scout looks like he might be able to hide, no halfling mind you but a scout for sure. Think this is gonna lead to trouble? There's alot of them and I know that you can't hide to save your life, so lets just be nice. I mean this close to the tree they can't be brigands, right? The big guy look familiar to you?" Getting a better look you can see the halfling is wearing, yup those are boots, odd for a halfling. The coat definitely has had some kind of patches removed from it. The discolored cloth beneath makes them look like they might have been the badges of the Mailed Fist, a sight you have seen before, but the red color is different from the uniforms the Fist wears here.
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Thursday October 9th, 2014 11:46:20 PM "After that swamp, it might be fun fighting out here in the wide open, but you know, well, maybe you don't, I don't think I mentioned it, but Matilda said help would be appreciated. I don't think starting off with a fight was what she had in mind, shall we just stand here and wait for them to get closer?" Carver returns in a sort of whisper. There might have been insignia on his armor, it's been painted all black, and not very long ago either. He does shift his shield to his arm, but just lays his hand on the pommel of his sword, leaving the lance in a sheath made for it, carried on his back half.
Cameron (David F) HP11/11 Character sheet in progress Friday October 10th, 2014 12:36:39 AM
Cameron steps off to the side of the road and waits until they draw closer. When they do he greets them. " Well met this fine mid morning. Does the Tree have room for more road weary travelers? We heard it was overfull the past few days. A good bath, and a couple of drinks would be right fine." He keeps his open hands plainly in front of him so as not to excite the adventurers.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Friday October 10th, 2014 9:04:44 AM "Well met!" Caius says while bowing. "I see that you are a fellow follower of Gargul, the father of all, the lord of life and death. I am Caius, a priest of the great god, and while I travel with and am loyal to these adventurers, I am in no way their leader." Caius moves out of the way so that Atlas can step forward. "That would be Atlas, and he speaks for us all."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Friday October 10th, 2014 9:07:48 AM
OOC:
Just soaking in what's happening to our group.... is Boni officially out now, or are we at 9?
Co DM Dan K Just got an email from Brian, things have been challenging him in real life, he wants to stay in. I will be keeping Bonivus in the game. He may go walk about, may not. Still working details with Brian
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Friday October 10th, 2014 11:36:16 AM
As they approach the newcomers, Atlas works to change his mood. Speaking out loud to everyone, "One of my mentors used to tell me to expect the best, prepare for the worst, and capitalize on what comes. On your guard as we approach."
Before they get to the newcomers, Atlas quietly responds to Caius, "Caius, regarding your question earlier, something just doesn't feel right with all this. My gut is telling me that we should turn back, that someone will fall due to this fool's carelessness. I don't want that to happen on my watch, so I'm just thinking through the possible scenarios and how we can stay alive through them."
As Caius steps aside Atlas steps up. With a neutral look on his face he speaks to both of them, "Caius is too kind, I am just the voice that happens to be louder than the others. To answer your question, the Tree appears to have room since the caravan has moved on. However, before you go, I would be interested in hearing about your journey. We traveled the roads a few days back and were hounded by green skins. Have you encountered the same?"
Cameron (David F) HP11/11 Character Sheet Friday October 10th, 2014 1:49:57 PM " Greenskins? You mean goblins? We saw some signs of them but didn't encounter any. We have learned through hard experience how to make a camp quite hard to see. Learned it in the Fist while we were hunting Gnolls. Didn't stop the snakes from finding us though." An involuntary shudder races up Cameron's spine as he relives being crushed by the snake that woke him by wrapping itself around him. " Are you guys headed out? That caravan make quite a ruckus when it left this morning around dawn, but since they move slower than a snail going uphill with all those wagons you could probably catch them by nightfall."
OOC Character sheet is a WIP right now. Still getting my gear set and hashing out spells. Hopefully I linked it right, like I said before I am really not so good at that.
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Friday October 10th, 2014 2:56:51 PM
OOC OK I think I have the whole sheet done. Class, spells, gear all that Jazz.
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Saturday October 11th, 2014 12:00:34 AM "He could mean Orcs I guess as well, but no, we've only really encountered some zombies and a whole lot of gnolls." The first part is to Cameron the last is to the group of adventurers. He turns to Cameron, "I have a feeling that they aren't going after the caravan, if they were, I'd expect them to be moving a whole lot quicker." Back to the party, "We've been traveling a couple weeks, Cameron here is on his own mission I guess, but he is a good friend, so he's stayed with me while I was following a pointed suggestion made by one of my relatives. I've never been steered wrong by her, so I have started to listen, which I'm sorry to say I didn't when I was younger." That comment seems quite funny coming from a Centaur who can't even be 20 yet, how much trouble could he have gotten in, and how young was he when he got into it....... "So, where are you all off to? Since my Aunt pointedly said to arrive here at this time, I assume she meant us to meet you for some reason or another. Oh, I guess we've both been idiots, let me correct that. My name is Carver, my little friend here is called Cameron."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Saturday October 11th, 2014 8:24:13 AM "I'm Ramak" I say somewhat quietly, and then try to blend back in to our party.
I try to hide the hesitant and somewhat suspicious look on my face. I don't attach and trust others quite as quickly as the rest of the group seems to, and to me, it's odd that our group seems to change almost daily. It's not quite what I was expecting when I first left home, I guess. I'm still trying to figure out if it's just me. For now, though, I keep my guard up, and feel myself starting to close off just a little.
"You're still 'it'", I whisper to Caius, and then take quiet, large strides to the other side of our group... in slow motion. :)
Bonivus - Co DM Dan K Saturday October 11th, 2014 10:44:31 AM
Coming up the road and obviously in a hurry to catch up, is a Minotaur. He is at a steady jog to close the gap. He lifts an arm and waves as he comes in a single attempt to gain anyone attention. He does not speed up though, it might be that he is already at his top speed. He is still several hundred meters away
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Saturday October 11th, 2014 11:40:09 AM
Cameron spots the Approaching Minotaur as soon as he leaves the lift from the Tree. He raises a hand and points back toward the approaching figure and says : He seems to be trying to get your attention, do you know that guy?" He remembers back to most of the Minotaurs he met in the Fist. Big, aggressive, not overly friendly, but they were shield brothers, and a brawl the night before was no reason for them to not stand by your side in the morning against a common foe. He wonders what this development will add to the picture.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet d20-1=1 ; Saturday October 11th, 2014 8:13:06 PM
Caius waits until the party is distracted by Bonivus and then sneaks up on Mack. "No, you're it."
OOC: Stealth roll equals 1. Ha! Terrible. I guess that's why Clerics don't sneak.
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Saturday October 11th, 2014 11:04:10 PM
Cameron watches the byplay between the halfling and the priest of Gargul. Its good to see that all followers of Gargul don't share their gods stern demeanor. He nudges Carver and nods towards the antics. With a smile he whispers [b]" Remind you of two people we know?"[b] He can feel the slingshot Bliss gave him tucked into his belt. He has nothing to remember the cleric of flower by other than the remembrance that Gargul does not tolerate frivolity in his realm. That memory is enough for a lifetime and he wishes to recall nothing else about the scatterbrained cleric of Flower.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Saturday October 11th, 2014 11:54:29 PM "Carver, Cameron, you're story sounds like an interesting one, I should like to hear it at some point. As for where we're going, we are accompanying Gaston here to the Eastern Wood. The details are sketchy at best." Atlas waves at Gaston as he mentions him, and he doesn't hide his emotions when doing so.
"As for the green skins, I meant the goblins. We were attacked while on the road guarding the caravan while in the employment of The Fist."
As Cameron comments on the Minotaur Atlas takes a look. Sure enough, it looks like Bonivus. He mumbles under his breath he was the first one to sign onto this adventure stuff, what in the name of Gargul is going on?
Turning back to the newcomers, "Yeah, that's Bonivus, he's been with us since we began this journey. Not sure what happened to him last night though...looks like we are about to find out."
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Sunday October 12th, 2014 12:22:42 AM " You worked for the Fist as guards? We saw some goblin bodies on the way here, that must have been your work. Not a bad job. I can't think of anything that could be more prophetic than that. Carver's ancestor, she seems to know things. What she tells him is vague, but I know how to read between the lines. That and the dwarf that sent me this way, the clues he gave me, well they are still a mystery, but I'll figure it out. And when I do I'll have some stuff I'll need to take care of. Stuff I could use a few good men that know their way around a little violence. If they happen to be friends of mine and we get a little wealthy doing it, so much the better" He looks at Carver for a second and then they both nod. " So like Carver said, my name is Cameron Honeytamer Steelshaper. I am clan kin to the Steelshaper clan of the Scab, cleric to the lady of Vengeance, and former Lance Corporal in the Mailed Fist. We both left on good terms, there will be no bounty hunters dogging our steps. I can heal, I can be persuasive when I need to be, sneaky when I have to be and I also know my way around violence when it's called for. I want to offer my help in your endeavors. Take us with you to help this fellow and maybe we can help make the sketchy a little clearer. " "What do you say?" Cameron extends his hand out and up. It seems he is used to shaking hands with people bigger than he is. You get the impression Cameron could talk a brass donkey's ears off if he wanted to. Almost like he used to be a bard or something.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Sunday October 12th, 2014 2:17:04 PM
Upon see the strangers on the road and over hearing them speak I quickly head back to the group. To Atlas "There are 2 down the road talking about the tree nod things. I didn't get it all and am unsure of them but headed this way."
Shortly after I get to the group the 2 stranger approach it also. "See the blacked out crests! I whispered to the group standing at the back. I quietly listen to the conversation and then see Bonivus coming up behind waving "Gald you could make it. Late night? I say t Bonivus as I wink.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Sunday October 12th, 2014 2:18:55 PM
OoC
Do I have the wand of cure light wounds just wan to know if I need to add to my sheet or does someone else have it?
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Sunday October 12th, 2014 2:20:20 PM
OoC
Also happy Thanksgiving as it is here tomorrow.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Sunday October 12th, 2014 2:20:23 PM
As I get distracted by all of the people talking, Caius tags me. I think back to the legendary teachings of my Grandpa Crumb, and realize that I didn't pay attention to his wisdom and knowledge, failing him yet again. I can still hear his voice speaking to me right now... [b]"Never forget the most important thing.... 'No tag backs' "[b] I can feel the disappointment as he looks down on me now.
I do indeed have much to learn yet, Grandpa..... much indeed.
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Sunday October 12th, 2014 2:24:22 PM
Carver gets a wry smile on his face as he thinks of whom Cameron mentioned earlier, it's like he is thinking positive about someone and not so much so about another. When the conversation turns to the Mailed Fist, his face becomes more neutral. "The Mailed fist gave us our start, but other things have come up and required our having to move on to other options. If you are looking for more to join your quest for this gentleman, I'm sure that with our help we can cut down on the sketchy business part. As Cameron stated, we both left the Fist on acceptable terms so there should be no consequences due to our previous employment. "Pleasure to meet you all." Carver offers his hand, that had been resting on the pommel of his sword.[b]
Meeting on the road - Co DM Dan K Sunday October 12th, 2014 9:23:29 PM
The two groups exchange names and handshakes and Gaston gives Atlas a rolling eye look and he stepas forward. "I am Gaston soon to be a rising star in The Chancers Club and the leader of this current expedition. You have already met my glum and somewhat somber companions". He gestures to Atlas specifically and the rest in general. "I am not one to pass or mock providence and so of course you can accompany me." Gaston extends his hand and shakes with a very firm handshake.
"There is nothing sketchy about my journey. I am heading into the Eastern Woods, rumors abound of it being haunted, aware like the Culverwood, inhabited by evil Druids and more. Old men and women love to spin tales of the place. I even heard of one about a witch living in a gingerbread house. I am going into the woods for 5 days and return to the tree where I will begin my rise through the Chancers Club"
Bonivus catches up, offering nothing other than an apology for being late.
In all, it looks like an accord has been reached and the group, now larger by 2 continue there journey towards the eastern woods
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Sunday October 12th, 2014 11:31:04 PM " So evil druids, haunted sentient trees, and witches plus whatever humanoids might live there too all in the name of adventure for profit? Before we go is anyone in the Tree giving odds on this venture? I might just want to put some money on us. I mean a future Chancer, some ex mercenaries and a group of successful caravan guards,vs all that, what could possibly go wrong. This is going to be fun." Cameron shifts his pack and checks his dagger. Then he falls into step with the others.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet Monday October 13th, 2014 2:17:04 AM
Irdalas has been idly standing by during this exchange of pleasantries. When he feels the looks of curiosity finally fall onto him he introduces himself. "A pleasure to meet you too. I am Irdalas and I too am quite good when it comes to sneaking around. Not so much on the healing side of things, quite the contrary actually." He had pulled out one of his deadly looking arrows and was playing around with it while talking. He laughs as he sees the looks on their faces. "Not to worry though, these will only split the foreheads of the truly evil ones!"
OOC: Very sorry I was unexpectedly without internet for a couple of days :"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20=9 ; Monday October 13th, 2014 12:22:46 PM "I'm not sure who you are referring to as 'glum'...." I say towards Gaston, and then turn to my fellow group from the tree.... "We were just sent along to bring your equipment back." I say with a big smile. :) "Just messing with you, Gaston." :)
"I'm mostly here to help all of YOU sneak around a little bit better.... especially Caius." who I eye oddly, wondering why he is practically glowing in the dark (after that last "Stealth" check). I pull out the harmonica and strike up a tune, and begin skipping in the direction we were generally heading. (d20 perform harmonica check of 9)
OOC: Crosseye, I would think the Wand is with you, since that way you can heal Caius if he needs it as well, unless someone else has any other thoughts on it? I may need it in a second if someone shoots me in the back with an arrow. :)
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Monday October 13th, 2014 3:02:55 PM
Caius throws his cowl over his head and begins to walk alongside the others. Lost in thought, however, he forgets that he is not alone.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=16 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+5=17 ; d20+2=13 ; Monday October 13th, 2014 4:11:54 PM
When the group gets going again without a word,I head off ahead, staying to the shadows and cover as much as possible looking for and signs of tracks or things ahead that might be of interests.
OoC ok I put on my sheet now the wand not sure if I have to pay for it if I do will will need to do it over time as I don't have that much just let me know ( took it off party sheet and put on my now)
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet d20+8=12 ; Monday October 13th, 2014 7:01:48 PM
Normally, Cameron would have followed right behind Crosseye when he set off in front of the group looking for tracks and threats. However, with the tree still in sight and no clear destination he sees no reason to leave the group behind. Right now, he thinks I need to learn more about this group, it's interactions and this Gaston fellow if I am to work well with them. He matches his pace easily to the more heavily armored members of the group and listens to learn moe about what they are getting themselves into. Even while listening his eyes and ears scout the area for danger. Perception 12
OOC Yay, this die roller hates me as much as the other one did.
To the Eastern Wood - Co DM Dan K Monday October 13th, 2014 9:36:57 PM
Gaston claps Cameron on the back, "Ha! now this one seems to have the heart of an adventurer. No my new friend, this is not a wagering adventure. more a test of mettle and nerves." Gaston takes a big drink from his wine skin. I've already passed their other tests, archery, fencing, obstacle runs, everything they could throw at me. So this is the final piece, the wilds and what may come." Gaston claps his hands together and rubs them with a grin.
Crosseye takes the lead and moves out down the road looking for signs of passage. On the very well traveled road, however, it is a very tall order to make out new tracks over old. For the first part of the day, the journey is easy and light down the road. After the midday break, the group cuts north east and leaves the road behind. The Tree of Parting is still very prominent to the west, but now it is well over 10 miles away. A few more hours of a pleasant journey through the high grasses, which limit the vision of any not over 6' and all but mask the wold completely for the smaller folk, and the eastern Woods comes into view.
The line of trees seem to form a barrier of darkness. There is a heavy thicket of undergrowth tangled beneath large and ancient trees. It appears to be like no natural forest you have ever seen. To Crosseye and others who have studied and read of the regions of the Wold, it looks exactly as the deep woods of Culverwood have been described and drawn. Night is approaching quickly, but if you push it, you could possibly breech the borders before night fall.
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Monday October 13th, 2014 10:49:04 PM "It might be a good idea to camp out here tonight, and then enter the forest with a full day to prepare for the living woods.... There are all sorts of rumors of what lives and doesn't live in the various woods. Even on my home Island there are stories told about places like these. I'll be honest, I'd be more comfortable having a days worth of time spent in there before spending a night, this scares me, where as the I was fine crossing the Realm of Shadow and traveling through the Lands of Rest. I just feel something."
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet d20+5=14 ; d20+6=11 ; Monday October 13th, 2014 11:08:40 PM
Feeling Gaston's mood and being able to read what buttons will motivate him Cameron strikes a cavelier attitude. " What you feel, my good Centaur is the thrill of adventure.You have seen and destroyed the walking dead. You have seen and defeated wererats without even having silvered weapons. You have been to and survived the Cursed swamp, even overcoming that awful fungus that infected you. This is no different. We will face it and overcome whatever happens." When he finishes talking he shoulders his pack and continues toward the tree line, hoping to have scored some points with the potential Chancer. Diplomacy 14 Sense Motive 11
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Monday October 13th, 2014 11:22:09 PM
Atlas looks ahead, jumps up one or two times to look around over the tall grass, then looks back. "I agree Carver, best not to sleep in the woods the first night. Best not to sleep on the open road either. Oh yeah, probably best not to sleep off the road in this tall grass where we could be waylaid by nymphs or fairies." Alas shifts his eyes towards Carver without moving his head, trying to see if he bites on the joke. Then he realized that Carver has no clue about his sense of humor, so it might be best to not give him a hard time right off the bat. To that end, Atlas grins at Carver as he walks over and gives him a slap on the arm.
"Just making light of our situation to keep the nerves at bay. Thinking through it, I would say that our best bet is to get within an hour walk of the woods and then take a short detour into the grass to avoid being in plain sight. This grass should make for a nice bed and decent cover this evening. What do you think?"
Turning to Gaston, Atlas gives him a stern look, then says, "It might be good for you and I to take a watch together tonight. Maybe we can find some common ground to make this trip a little more enjoyable for both of us."
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Tuesday October 14th, 2014 8:15:48 AM
Caius, quiet and reserved all day, now removes his cowl and speaks: "I agree with what has been said. We should stop here and make camp. The balance that Gargul seeks us all to find in life is not found without effort. That which pulls us towards our destiny is not without complication. Caius nods, replaces his cowl, and moves to the back of the group to be alone. Yes, that is good and right truth. Gaston will come to see Gargul's way. It is only a matter of time.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet d20+8=14 ; d20+7=12 ; d20+5=16 ; Tuesday October 14th, 2014 11:41:18 AM
Irdalas look further towards the dark and menacing treeline. "I also agree, we should make camp here. I can scout a bit ahead and around the camp to make sure we're not trespassing any dangerous creature's territory. Mack, do you feel like sneaking around with me?"
OOC: Stealth check of 14, Perception check of 12 and a Survival check of 16
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+2=22 ; d20+9=22 ; d20+7=22 ; Tuesday October 14th, 2014 12:53:24 PM "Sleeping outside of the forest tonight, in the taller grass, sounds good to me. I was HOPING to see some fairies!"
(to Irdalas)"Heck yah! I'm in! The front seems to be covered, and we can get the sides. What I really want to do is check for tracks right behind us.... that area always seems to be overlooked by everyone."
(d20+2 survival/tracking check of 22)
[/b]"Holy carp, Irdalas! There are tracks EVERYwhere back here! We must warn the others!"[/b]
I tumble roll into some long grass, hide, and listen.
(d20+9 stealth check of 22) (d20+7 perception check of 22)
To the Eastern Wood - Co DM Dan K Tuesday October 14th, 2014 10:18:23 PM
Gaston nods as Cameron talks of his and Carver's past exploits, It does seem that Cameron is well on his way at understanding how Gaston thinks and operates. The group, as a whole, all think it a good idea to take that last few hours of daylight outside of the Eastern Wood and set up camp. Gaston nods as the party 'recommends' to him that setting up camp is the best course. "I agree with your assessment. Pushing into an unknown wood just as darkness surrounds us is a poor idea at best."
As Irdalas moves off with Mack to scout ahead for a bit, Gaston waves them on, "Take a look about and report back."
Gaston pulls a spade from his pack and ties a rope to each end. Then with one foot on the spade against the ground and his hands pulling the rope taught, he begins to walk in a circle flattening the grass. He does so until he has pushed down a circle of nearly 90' in diameter.
Irdlas and Mack do not find any tracks, other than those of the party that Mack initially discovered, of an note in the high grass. A fox trail cutting through that cross a couple rabbit runs and a set of passing deer is all.
A fire is set, bedrolls laid out and the first watch set, Gaston and Atlas. Gaston produces some type of folding chair and has a seat by the fire, poking at the logs with one of his well made leather boots.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=17 ; d20+6=14 ; d20+5=9 ; d20+5=16 ; Tuesday October 14th, 2014 10:22:34 PM
Upon seeing the edge of the forest I head back to the group and announce "The forest is just ahead and all seem safe for now, but the light is fading fast. It might be a good time to set up camp and a primeter for the night and hit the forest in the day tomorrow!"
With seeing the others want to also camp I help with setting a fire and then scout the area for tracks and any other sign of life. I also set a few small traps around the primeter to be as a warning device of anything in the area of our camp.
----- Survival check 17 for tracks and setting of traps Perception check 14 for noticing of anything in the area Knowledge geography check 9 for knowing anything about the forest and it landscape/creatures Knowledge nature check 16 for and knowledge of the nuture of the forest and area (plants/ nature creatures)
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet d20+2=9 ; d20+6=12 ; Tuesday October 14th, 2014 11:05:59 PM
trying to build upon the goodwill he has already garnered from Gaston, Cameron pulls some twine from his pack and sets off a little ways outside the 'camp' circle. Spotting the same trails as the others did, he quickly sets a few snares along the rabbit trails in hopes of catching a bit of rabbit for breakfast. Upon returning to camp, he asks to barrow Gaston's spade if the ground is dry enough, and digs their fire pit and another small hole a few feet from said pit. Before digging either hole he carefully cuts and bundles the grass from each site. The second hole is about three feet long and eighteen inches deep by about eighteen inches wide. He piles the extra dirt around the fire pit to further conceal it. He uses one of the bundles as a mat in the bottom and the other to make a mat to go on top. " Normally, I prefer to sleep in a tree, high enough to not be easily seen and not be eaten by ground predators, us small folk learn that pretty fast. Without a suitable tree though I will be beneath any notice right here,close enough to the fire to be warn and ready to 'surprise anything stupid enough to wander into camp looking for us." "I'll take second watch, It should be time for my devotions just about then."
Survival to set the traps 9 (drat!)
Assuming second watch starts about midnight, Cameron will wake up about an hour early and make his devotions and pray for his spells for the next day.
Stealth to conceal himself in his hidey hole until then 12
Cameron will be sleeping in his well made dwarven chain shirt.
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Tuesday October 14th, 2014 11:12:45 PM Before we get to comfortable, maybe there should be a watch set for the night. It should be a regular thing when in a dangerous location. As in, any time away from a home base. I also suggest a scout type and a fighter type be teamed up. I don't know everyone's abilities, so I won't make suggestions in that regards. I am willing to take whatever watch you all want me to. I don't know how much you know about centaurs, but I have low light vision, so I see better than some but not as well as others in the dark." Carver works his way into a ration pack while he's talking.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet d20+3=6 ; d20+2=8 ; d20+2=14 ; Tuesday October 14th, 2014 11:13:38 PM
Atlas takes this opportunity on watch with Gaston to get to know the man. He asks him questions, like if he has ever been in a battle, ever killed anything or anyone, what his family is like, what his upbringing was like, why he wants to be part of the Chancers Club, what his fears are, is he afraid of death, what his preferred fighting style is, etc. In doing so, Atlas is open about some of his history, like his childhood, his time traveling, his time at the monastery, the trip here, his preferred fighting style, his approach to life, his approach to battle, etc. He keeps the less savory items from his past out of the conversation.
------------------------------ Diplomacy: d20+3=6 Perception: d20+2=8 Sense Motive: d20+2=14
ooc: Wow, I focused on those skills to give my character an edge in these exact situations...lets me down every time. Gaston, curse you!!
For anyone overhearing the conversation, feel free to read my history page on my character sheet. I suggest not reading lines 38-46, as I don't talk about that to Gaston. I tried to gray it out, but no success as it is part of a single cell.
Also, I grayed out the lines in the sections below that I would prefer you not read yet since Atlas has not shared this info.
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Wednesday October 15th, 2014 8:44:46 AM "I'm happy to take watch with whomever. Just wake me when it is my time. With that, Caius lays his sleeping mat by the fire, eats a half-portion of one of his trail rations, and finds what rest he can. ----- CE: 4/4; D: Shield of Faith 1/1; O: Guidance 1/1, Resistance 1/1, Virtue 1/1; 1: Summon Monster 1/1; Inflict Light Wounds 1/1
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet d20+5=13 ; Wednesday October 15th, 2014 11:09:47 AM
Irdalas goes in the other direction of the camp as Crosseye and Cameron went to place some snares of his own. Providing breakfast for everyone is a quick way to get people to like you, something he sometimes has trouble with given his bluntness. "If need be I can be on watch too, just wake me up if you get tired."
OOC: Survival roll of 13 for the snares
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+6=16 ; Wednesday October 15th, 2014 12:53:30 PM
I sit done and relax, take a bite of cheese and eat some of my rations. "I'll also take whatever watch is convenient for the others. Just let me know."
I take out the banjo, and play a few tunes before laying down for the night.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet Wednesday October 15th, 2014 4:47:54 PM
After set my traps and doing my little scouting around I head back to camp. I pull out my bedroll, find a nice warm spot by the fire and eat some my trail rations. "Just walk me up when it is my turn or you need me" and with that settle in to get some sleep. Before I drift off I make sure my axe and bow are at my side and my armor is not far off, ready if need be.
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Wednesday October 15th, 2014 11:09:14 PM
checking in, will post in morning.
Into the Eastern Wood - Co DM Dan K d20=12 ; Wednesday October 15th, 2014 11:18:09 PM
The group sets watches rather loosely. Its a fairly large party and the basics become Gaston and Atlas on the first watch, Cameron and Carver on second and Caius and Irdalas on the third and final watch. This puts each swatch at a 4 hour interval. The first and last have an overlap where everyone is technically awake setting up or breaking down camp, while the designated watch do so.
Several move into the grass to set some snares to possibly alert the group if foes come calling or more practically, to catch some local wildlife for breakfast.
Atlas strikes up, or tries to strike up a conversation with Gaston an several different occasions during their watch together. At best, Gaston is disinterested, making basic replies to his inquiries, but the man cannot help but talk about himself and so Atlas learns much though makes no headway at friendship.
, Gaston is from the gold quarter of Plateau City, his family is fabulously wealthy, a noble born to high means through and through. Gaston is the third son completely uninterested in the epitome of boring life that the the churches offered and thus sought a different path. The bards songs and stories of the Dragon Consortium captured his imagination and exhuberance of youth and so he sought to learn and hone himself to become such a legend. Gaston fears nothing, man nor beast and has been on more hunts than Atlas could likely count. Why the Chancers? They are the best. Gaston offers no explanation as to why he believes this other than a simple man such as Atlas could not understand.
The night passes, the snares prove to not be needed to alert of danger and ineffectual at capturing any game for breakfast. The camp is broken up and the party heads towards the wood line. Gaston moves into the lead, "I will lead us to the heart of this foreboding and treacherous wood." Pointing to Crosseye and then to Irdalas, "Take up positions on our flanks at 30 paces." As Gaston breaks the wood line, he pulls his beautifully crafted ash re-curved composite longbow from his back. "Eyes sharp my friends.
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet d20+4=13 ; d3=3 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+8=23 ; d20+2=22 ; Thursday October 16th, 2014 12:24:19 AM " Eyes sharp..." Cameron had heard that enough times in the Fist especially in scout training. He puts his head on a swivel and tries to both keep up to thee group and blend into the forest, following the tie honored tradition of If they can't see me, they can't eat me... Cameron keeps a dagger at the ready. While he is not going to be the one to initiate any hostilities he will throw it as necessary to help one of his companions should something jump out of the bushes after them.
Readied thrown dagger hits AC 13 for 3 damage if something attacks the group. Range penalties add on after the first 10 feet of range Stealth 20 Perception 23 Cameron also idly scans the area for tracks that are not from his friends. Survival 22
Reprayed for spells at midnight, changed some of them to suit the circumstances
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Thursday October 16th, 2014 7:11:42 AM
Caius finishes his watch and then goes through his morning routine of prayer and contemplation. He helps the group pick up the camp, eats a little from the remaining half of his trail ration, and then prepares to enter the forest with the rest of the group. He takes up a position behind the warriors, fighters and scouts, but prepares his quarterstaff should something uncouth take him unawares. ----- CE: 4/4; D: Shield of Faith 1/1; O: Guidance 1/1, Resistance 1/1, Virtue 1/1; 1: Summon Monster 1/1; Inflict Light Wounds 1/1
Carver AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 (John C) Thursday October 16th, 2014 11:53:08 AM
Carver, readies his shield as he enters the woods, near the back of the group, knowing he can get to the front when needed. He doesn't draw either his sword or his lance. It will take but a moment to draw a weapon when he needs it, and he currently has no idea if he'll be standing still or charging his way into a fight if it comes. Hearing Gaston give orders he's reminded of the Mailed Fist but the man is certainly no Sargent but he may qualify as an Officer in one of those military organizations where they allow commissions to be bought. Right now, he is in charge so, best to be ready.....
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+6=19 ; d20+7=16 ; Thursday October 16th, 2014 12:49:04 PM Is it just me that feels it's odd to meet 2 strangers on the road, and then leave them alone to watch over with us on the first night? Oh well... apparently so.
Having not brought it up as a concern initially, and not wanting to seem overly paranoid, I keep my concerns to myself.... but I don't sleep during their watch. I may be a little tired the next day, but "better tired then dead" I've always said.
I eat some more rations for breakfast is no one is cooking rabbit, and help Caius pick up camp.
As we head out, I look to Atlas as we get orders from Gaston, feeling Atlas is our true leader here. I wander from side to side, keeping a close eye out.... for interesting plants I can use, or cool critters or rocks.
(d20+6 herbalist check of 19) (d20+7 perception check of 16)
OOC: Crosseye, I don't think any of us answered your question about the wand. ;) No need for you to pay anything for it. We paid for it with Party Treasure, so we can all enjoy the benefits. You're just the lucky one that gets to carry and use it. :) -------------------------------------------------------------------
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+2=22 ; d20+6=11 ; d20+6=16 ; Thursday October 16th, 2014 2:32:32 PM
When morning breaks and having not been wakened for any watch I feel total refreshed and as if I can take on the world. I dawn my armor and have a quick breakfast all the time wondering what today to going to bring. My first true adventure into the unknown. " Just remember what grandfather taught you and you will be ok. I can do this." I mutter to myself, nerveously, while help packing up the camp. With the morning activities done I head with the group towards the forest.
When I hear Gaston say he is taking the lead and wants me at 30 paces on the flank I look at Atlas for approval as I still see him as the true leader of us right now. But I do as ask ( for now) and take the left flank at 30 paces with my bow drawen and at the ready. I try to blend in with the forest as to not be seen and heard, as we head in the forest. In my postion on left flank I am looking for any types of tracks but ours and for anything out of place all the time ready to act.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet d20+7=9 ; Thursday October 16th, 2014 3:22:25 PM
Being inexperienced in adventuring Irdalas is less concerned with constantly being on his guard. Seeing the others with their hands on their daggers though makes him a bit more tense. He decides to look around a bit more and makes sure his bow is easily accessible.
OOC: Perception check of ... 9 :(
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Thursday October 16th, 2014 4:06:58 PM
OOC Mack, I Love you. You have a healthy paranoia that may well keep you alive. I found the party's " Eh if you need me wake me up" attitude reckless and very lax. If people want to wake up in the morning after going to sleep, setting a watch is a good idea. With that said I will include another post I didn't think I would get to make yet and try to put it in spoiler text here for Mack. The rest of the players can of course highlight it and read it, but don't know anything about it in game. IC MackHighlight to display spoiler: { As midnight approaches, Cameron checks with Carver to be sure he has the watch for a little while and heads off to the edge of the firelight for his evening devotions. At the edge of the firelight, Cameron kneels and pulls a silver holy symbol from inside his coat.The symbol appears to ne a silver framework that holds a pair of intertwined serpents in the shape of a double helix. One serpent is made from a red stained glass, the other from a smoke colored glass. He reflects on it for a few moments, quietly intoning prayers of devotion and vengeance against those who have wronged him. He then puts the symbol around his neck and pulls a small oilskin tube from his coat. He removes a few items from it, and lays them in his lap. During the next hour, he takes up each item, holds it for a moment, then proceeds to carefully examine it, using his holy symbol as a lena. While he does this, he chants a low sonorous prayer over and over. The items in the tube are 2 sheets of well worn parchment, the writing on them is too far off to be read in this light. The other items look to be 2 different locks of hair. One is honey gold and tied at either end with a pale pink ribbon. The second is a dark curly brown hair, tied at both ends with a piece of rawhide. When he finishes, he returns all of the items back into his coat. He then returns to the fire and to his appointed watch.}
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Friday October 17th, 2014 1:24:03 AM
Atlas wakes up and looks about camp. Last night with Gaston was an utter failure, but then again he thought the chances of success were fairly low to begin with. This man is reckless. Then again, who am I to point fingers, I didn't take the time to ensure a proper watch any more than he did. Get on your game Atlas, this man is not worth dying over.
With his mind refocused, Atlas decides to take his morning exercise without his armor on. He goes through his motions slowly, deliberately this morning, making sure that every motion is perfect. Upon completion he eats some rations, helps the group clear up camp, and then puts on his armor.
As Atlas finishes up he hears Gaston barking out orders. While a part of Atlas cringes at the thought of Gaston taking charge, he also accepts that it is his adventure they are on and he is the one that is supposed to have the experience. It doesn't mean that I have to sit back and accept it though. I'll evaluate as we go. Thus far he's making sense with his orders.
Atlas nods to Crosseye and Mack as he sees their looks. He then moves up near Gaston and prepares to head into the wood, sword in hand and shield already strapped on his arm. "Mack, eyes sharp, you look a bit tired today, shake it off. Caius, I hope your prayers are answered today my friend. My gut tells me we're going to need some godly assistance."
Into the Eastern Wood - Co DM Dan K Friday October 17th, 2014 7:17:27 AM
Gaston leads the group, well from his point of view, into the Woods. Most everyone glances over to Atlas for reassurance as Gaston does so. Gaston does not notice. The wood is thick and makes for a very difficult passage. It is more like the party needs to breech the woods than enter. Every piece of clothing you have seems to get caught and pulled at by the briars and brambles. Gaston shifts to his long sword and a healthy amount of cursing as he starts blazing a path through. The living wall of foliage is 10' deep and soon enough you are through.
Before you lies a deep and ancient looking forest. Very little sunlight reaches the forest floor. It seems to come though in specific beams like at The Tree of Parting. Unlike the Tree, these shafts of light do not fall upon anything of note, nor do you infer a warm feeling from them.
Cameron, Crosseye and Mack specifically note one thing, a complete lack of forest sounds or signs of animal life. This silence is shattered by Gaston's voice "Ha! I am in, stupid forest." Gaston turns, Now we make for the interior to set a camp." With that he moves purposefully. Several hours later you stand at what can only be the edge of the woods. However despite being western edge that you hacked through this morning, here there is no great briars or undergrowth tangles. It is just a normal woodline to the high grass beyond. Gaston mutters something under his breath and turns the group back. Just past midday and you are once again at the wood line looking west.
. "How can I keep getting turned around?! I am walking in a straight line!" He bellows. For his part, those trained in survival believe that yes, indeed you have been and how you keep arriving here is somewhat of a mystery to you as well. Finally, he turns around and growls for one of you to take over, The woods are not his friend. He doesn't like them and they don't like him. His frustrations over what seems like a simple task are wearing quickly on Gaston.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet d20+2=10 ; d20+1=11 ; Friday October 17th, 2014 11:39:05 AM
While there is a part of Atlas that enjoys watching Gaston get frustrated, there does seem to be something wrong. I cannot put my finger on it.
Atlas looks about and speaks just loud enough for Crosseye to hear him, "Crosseye, what is your take on this? Something doesn't feel right. Can you lead us to the center of this wood?"
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 Character Sheet d20+1=17 ; d20+1=10 ; Friday October 17th, 2014 12:17:00 PM
Carver thinks on it..... "I've heard that some of the forests keep out those whom they wish not to enter, I now am beginning to believe it. Is there something that can be done to make us less noticeable or something?" Carver thinks on whet could be done magically, as well as keeping watch, just to be safe.
Spellcraft 17 Perception 10
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+7=19 ; Friday October 17th, 2014 1:46:32 PM
(to Atlas)"I AM a little tired today. Very strange dreams last night. VERY strange." I scratch my head in purposeful confusion. I fill Atlas in on the very confusing things I witnessed when we have a chance to catch up... probably during the hours of walking, when I'm going back and forth.
Any snails, ants, etc.?
(d20+7 perception check of 19)
(after Gaston hands over leadership:) "How about if we walk backwards?"
I start walking backwards towards what I believe is the correct direction.
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Friday October 17th, 2014 1:54:28 PM
Cameron tries to remember all he knows about the awakened woods of the Wold. That amounts to wild rumors and wilder stories at best. He grew up close to here, but being raised by dwarves they don't tell you alot about the sunlit world of trees and forest dwelling creatures. They talk about stone and metal and forges. Probably not the best thought to bring up here. Jancassais is a hunter. She teaches her followers how to huntand track. She teaches how to see things and to remain unseen. She also venerates those of her followers that learn, because knowing your foe is halfway to beating your foe. So, safe only a few score yards inside the treeline, Cameron finds a largish pool of sunlight coming in through the canopy and sits down in it. He empties his mind as he had been taught in veneration of Jancassasis and pulls out her holy symbol and places it around his neck. To Mack, it is the same as the one he saw last night. To the others it is new. It appears as two snakes intertwined in a double helix. The framework is silver, and the snakes are red and smoke colored stained glass. With this symbol around his neck he casts a few minor spells. First he casts create water as a gentle shower around, but not on himself, as a gift to the forest that most likely rarely sees rain. Next he attempts to detect both poison ( which he deems unlikely to succeed) and magic ( which he has a great deal more hope in finding at least a trace of). Then he just sits, empty of mind, still of body and tries to feel everything he can about the forest.
Attempt to take 20 on the following checks Perception, looking for cues to direction that might be hidden from casual view by the dimness of the woods Survival, trying to find true north and thus figure out where east is, leading into the woods.
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet Friday October 17th, 2014 1:59:59 PM
Sorry, I left out the mechanics If that succeeds and I take 20 on those checks I will get Perception 28 Survival 22
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet Friday October 17th, 2014 3:36:25 PM
OOC: it's been a very long day, my post will be made somewhere in the weekend :)
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Saturday October 18th, 2014 9:31:46 AM
Caius watches as Mack begins to walk backwards and starts shaking his head. "That one is strange."
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=12 ; d20+5=19 ; d20+6=13 ; Sunday October 19th, 2014 9:45:40 AM
I answer Atlas"I don't know. Like you something does not feel right. I think there is magic at use here,but I am not skilled much in that area. I could try again but we might want to leave some sort of trail behind to see what happens this time. That will tell us is we get turned around right away? Or at least the path we are taking." I look for something to mark our path this time and then try look for our tracks to follow back in to the forest.
----- survival check - 12 to look for and follow old tracks and find true north
Knowledge nature 19 to look for or see if any of the nature/plants might give a clue as to what to going on here (magic or releasing something into the air that might affect us)
Perception check 13 to search for something to mark our path with stones/twigs colourful plants/pedals anything that would easy to follow back out if need be.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet Sunday October 19th, 2014 2:44:35 PM
Irdalas stays quiet and thinks as others are getting frustrated at the situation. There is nothing other than stealthiness that could be of help so he decides to think this obstacle through.
I think our friend Cameron might be on to something here. It looks like he's offering something to the forest and is trying to communicate with it. I agree that whatever is at hand here is magical of nature. I also believe that trying to breach this magic by force, if at all possible, will lead to unfortunate events. Communicating with the forest and asking it for permission to enter might be the best course of action.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Sunday October 19th, 2014 4:58:11 PM
OOC: Just checking in to read up on comments so far.
FYI, I'm out of town for the next 2 days. I'll be taking my turn, but it might be a little shorter than normal.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 Character Sheet Sunday October 19th, 2014 7:41:52 PM "We can try to appease it somehow. We'll need to find something it will take though....."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Sunday October 19th, 2014 11:05:31 PM
As the group ponders their next move Atlas watches Cameron at work. "Irdalas, I would agree. Let's see what Cameron comes up with. Force is likely not the answer for this scenario.
"Crosseye, get those breadcrumbs ready. If Cameron doesn't have an answer then I'm thinking it might be worth one more attempt while being more diligent in watching our surroundings and tracks. If we can find the place where we things go strange then maybe we can find something there that will lead us through this puzzle.
"Mack, keep your eyes peeled. If you happen to be walking backwards and you lose us then just stay put until we find you. Caius, I hate to ask this, but could you keep an eye on Mack? Not that I think his antics will lead to some great finding, but I've never been in a magical forest before, so who knows."
Caius Graycloak (BenPeters) AC: 13 (T: 10 FF: 13), CMD: 12; HP: 10/10 Character Sheet Monday October 20th, 2014 8:05:55 AM "As you say," Caius says to Atlas. He then, as best he can, begins to shadow the halfling.
Into the Eastern Wood - Co DM Dan K Monday October 20th, 2014 9:04:49 AM
As the group starts to consider their options, Mack takes a look closer to the ground where he does discover insect life. Mack starts to walk backwards, perhaps you need to know where you have been to get to where you're going?
Udhomer speaks up at this point, "My friends I am heading back to the tree. I have have thinking about this for a few days and have decided that I am would be more fulfilled with books, a laboratory and learning, than stalking off through the wilderness. I will stay at the Tree for a while, perhaps until the next caravan back to Plateau City and will then be moving on. I wish you nothing but good fortune and hope our paths cross again."
As Udhomer shakes a few hands, Bonivus declares that he will accompany him back and his own plans to move on towards Emerald City. To see the aftermath of the fall of Parnoth and what he might be able to do to help. With that, the minotuar and elder mage depart
Cameron finds a patch of sun and begins to go through a small set of rituals and casts a few spells Religion DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { the symbol is Jancassis, who brings forth revenge on those who deserve it, punishes those who break their oaths, along with those who forswear themselves.} The water falls gently, but Cameron is able to detect no magical auras outside of the one he just created and a possession on Crosseye. Cameron is able to locate north and thus east
Crosseye too, tries to get his bearings and is able to do so. Scanning about. though, he is quite surprised to see nothing to assist in the matter.
Irdaslas suggests an offering, guessing at what Cameron might be up to. 'Breaching this magic by force, if at all possible, will lead to unfortunate events.'
Atlas asks Caius to shadow Mack and for the halfling to be careful.
Cameron's ceremony is complete, he received no great revelation, felt nothing outside the normal rythym of his own body.
Gaston remains quite through it all, arms folded across his barge sized presumably hairy chest. As Cameron stands and returns he has but a single word, "Well?"
So the group has little choice, it would seem but to now attempt the venture again. This time, trying very hard to mark their way best they can and to simply pay greater attention to where they are trying to get to.
Survival checks please and you cannot take 20. other checks might be a good idea still as well :)
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet d20+2=3 ; d20+6=18 ; d20+8=16 ; d20+4=10 ; d3=1 ; Monday October 20th, 2014 11:04:07 AM " Well, there is no magic, nor poison in the air here that is befuddling our senses. So that leaves us good old tracking techniques for not losing our path. Carver, do you have rope? I have an idea to blatantly mark our back trail." Cameron looks for a dead fall log, large enough to leave a pronounced drag path, but not too large for the Centaur to drag easily. " Loop your rope around that log and let it drag behind us. It will leave a clear path we can check back on like Crosseye suggested and that may help us keep our path straight. If we get attacked just drop the rope and you will be able to act freely." Cameron will take up a position at the back of the group and watch their backtrail. He alerts them if they seem to stray from an easterly path. He keeps a dagger ready to throw in case something should rush him from the back of the group.
Survival 3 ( natural 1) Stealth 18 Perception 16 Readied attacks hits AC 10 for 1 damage
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet d20+2=18 ; d20+1=20 ; Monday October 20th, 2014 3:49:57 PM
Atlas bids the Minotaur and Wizard a fond farewell, then turns to business at hand.
"Good idea Cameron, that will leave the desired trail while keeping us together. The last thing we need is for a couple of us to go missing.
"Everyone, keep your eyes peeled this time. And lets take it slow to ensure we don't miss something."
Atlas looks around to ensure no one wandered off, then he forms up on Carver's left. "Crosseye, do you mind leading the way? Everyone form up! Swords up front, everyone else in the back. Cameron, mind if Mack helps with the trail watching? He is walking backwards after all."
Atlas chuckles thinking about the strange halfling, then faces forward and waits for Crosseye to take them forward. I may not know what I'm doing, but better than following that shiny windbag around in circles.
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet d20+7=27 ; d20+5=12 ; Monday October 20th, 2014 4:13:02 PM
Irdalas is saddened by Udhomars parting. He grew to like the old man. But as nothing came from the offering it was time to starting focusing on the good old material senses. He follows Atlas' orders and falls into formation as best he can, he never had any military training. It does seem like a good idea to have the strong broad guys up front though. He readies his bow and tries to use every sense possible.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+7=9 ; d20+2=8 ; Monday October 20th, 2014 8:38:38 PM
The thoughts of accompanying Bonivus back to the tree go thru my head, but it seems like we will just have to part ways for now.
Feeling someone distracted, I do the best I can to focus on the situation at hand, doing my best to watch out, look for tracks, and think of other ways out of our current situation.
Is there anything peculiar with the insect life, or the way it is acting, or only moving in one direction or such? I pick up a snail if one is around, and put it on my shoulder (or an ant, if nothing else). "So, slimy.... what's going on here? Can you take me to your leader?"
(Perception d20+7 = 9) (Survival d20+2 = 8)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 Character Sheet Monday October 20th, 2014 10:12:21 PM
Carver reaches into one of his saddle bags and pulls out some rope, he hunts up a suitable log and makes ready with the drag. He keeps his shield at the ready, but drags the log as they try to enter the forest.
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=7 ; d20+6=25 ; Tuesday October 21st, 2014 6:02:52 AM "Sounds good to me. I will try anything right now." and with that I head to the front and take the lead. Now knowing north I turn east and head in, in a straight line. Moving slowly and cations,looking for anything out of sorts. Using my great axe as a path clearer I head east in what I hope is towards the middle of the Forrest. ----- Survival check 7 ya natural 1 Perception check 25
OoC sorry I missed Monday with post 2 today later tonight
Into the Eastern Wood Again - Co DM Dan K Tuesday October 21st, 2014 9:18:45 AM
The group forms a basic plan to get deeper into the forest. Part of the plan is for Carver to try and drag a log behind him. The centuar ties the rope up and the group heads out. It does not take long for the log to get caught up in some tree roots. Then again in some briars. Again in more tree roots. Perhaps the only two rocks in the area manage to snag to the log down the line. It is amazing how many times the log manages to get caught on something, at least Carver does not have to worry about outpacing the smaller members of the party.
The party is lead by Crosseye, trying to pick out every detail and track themselves as they move through the deep and darkening forest. Mack continues walking backwards and scoops up a snail he spies nearby. The group notices nothing out of the ordinary, save what they have already noted, a distinct like of animal life. It is as if the forest was holding its breath and waiting and watching. Midday comes and goes, the log sticks again in some roots, requiring Carver to yank it free. The party cross another small stream and picks their way down and up several more small gullies. The terrain has and continues to be a challenge. Shafts of sunlight dot the landscape about you, but never shine on you. Their fleeting and often flickering beams distort distance perceptions and directions.
As the day, best anyone can tell, begins to draw to a close the group comes to a small clearing. At least that is what you thought until you fully arrived. It is then and only then when you realize the clearing is once again the western edge of the wood. The sun is diving behind the far horizon and nightfall is setting as you gaze westerly. None in the party see any signs of the camp from the night before, it is likely you are elsewhere along the 40 to 50 miles of the western edge of the Eastern Woods.
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet d20+8=13 ; d20+6=23 ; Tuesday October 21st, 2014 10:19:02 AM " Maybe the forest needs to get to know us before we can go further. Maybe if we sleep a night under it's trees it will begin to trust us. Somehow I don't think it liked the tree dragging idea. I would set a cold camp I think. If the forest is awakened and is trying to get a feel for us, cutting and burning it might not be too smart." Cameron searches about until he finds a suitable tree to sleep in for the evening. He eats a cold dinner and then looks for small insects in the duff on the floor of the forest, particularly a spider , scorpion or centipede. If he finds one he keeps it for his nightly ritual. Jancassais may not have shown him the secrets of the forest, but she should be compensated with a proper sacrifice nonetheless. If Carver will let him, he uses the Centaur's rope to tie into his roost for the night. He again sleeps armored. He volunteers again for the midnight watch. At midnight he will again pray for his spells, changing them yet again. Tonight his prayers are almost entirely silent contemplation after he breaks and consumes whatever poisonous little creature he found earlier.
Notes Old spells prepared Detect Magic, Detect Poison, Create Water, Delay Poison, Bless, Magic Weapon, in case we are attacked before midnight. New spells prayed for- Detect Magic, Create Water, Light, Delay Poison, Bless, Magic Weapon 0/4 channels used
Perception 13 Stealth 23
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet Tuesday October 21st, 2014 3:36:45 PM
"I am getting rather frustrated myself with this forest but indeed remaining calm and figuring out what it wants from us still remains the best course of action. I will take the midnight watch together with Cameron. My bow will keep this party safe. Irdalas nods to everyone and tries to get some rest before his shift. He keeps his bow right by his side just in case.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet d20+2=8 ; d20+1=8 ; d20+3=13 ; d20+2=9 ; d20+2=20 ; Tuesday October 21st, 2014 4:23:38 PM
Atlas is perplexed. There's a secret to these woods and it's not going to be easy to solve it. However, nothing wrong with a good puzzle...as long as we can solve it.
"We've walked these woods all day, watching every movement along the way. I feel confident that we'll be completely surprised when we are attacked by something we should have seen earlier. Let's be watchful on duty this evening. Same pairs as last night for the watch unless someone has a good reason to change. I'm in agreement on the lack of a fire."
Atlas goes about setting up camp. He eats a cold meal and spends the time talking with the different members of the group, getting to know them better and sharing his own experiences. When the sun sets and the group prepares for sleep he prepares for the first watch. Another night with our wonderful leader.
Atlas strikes up another conversation with Gaston that evening, even though he could really care less to learn more about him. The goal is to smooth out the relationship as much as possible and to see if they can brainstorm some ideas to find their way around this forest.
After his watch he takes off his scale mail shirt and sets it under his shield and sword next to his bedroll, then gets his rest so he's ready for what is to come.
--------------------------------------- Perception while on watch: d20+2=8 Survival: d20+1=8 Diplomacy: d20+3=13 Sense Motive: d20+2=9 Perception of Gaston: d20+2=20
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet Tuesday October 21st, 2014 8:28:34 PM "Maybe we should try following that stream in the morning?"
Still not feeling completely comfortable with Cameron and Carver being on watch together, but having no one else speak up on it, I let my complete lack of energy get the best of me. It was a VERY long and tiring day. I give Slimy a better name.... Flash.... and I ask him to keep an eye on those 2 for me. I place him on my chest as I lay down on my back and pass out in a comfortable spot.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 Character Sheet d20+3=8 ; Tuesday October 21st, 2014 10:15:33 PM
Before turning in, to get some rest before his watch shift, Carver digs in his saddlebags once again. This time he pulls out fancy Lyre. He starts running his fingers over it's strings and after only a few moments he is shaking his head. "This don't feel right, lets try the other one, maybe it will feel better to me." he says softly, but not secretly. He then re-wraps the lyre in a piece of cloth and stores in the saddlebags and pulls out a case from deep down in there. Opening the case, it reveals a fantastic looking fiddle. He looks it over and sees the master makers mark on the base of the neck. "Hmmmmm, that looks like it's a Centaur symbol, I'll need to look at the papers later, see if I can find out the name of the craftsman." He pulls the bow out, tucks the fiddle under his chin and draws the bow across the strings.... "Well, that sounded terrible, but it felt right at it's core, guess it's what I was meant to play." After a few minutes, he repacks up the fiddle/violin and sleeps until his shift at watch.
Perform Violin 8
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=21 ; d20+6=15 ; d20+5=13 ; d20+5=11 ; Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 1:09:43 AM
Still confused about the days happenings and wondering what went wrong I sit quietly to pawnder where we went wrong and to eat abut of my cool trail rations. Looking up to the sky and seeing the moon coming up I think to myself I know my directions, grandfather taugh me well in this so how/where are we going wrong. He never told me of such things like this in the world existed, maybe he didn't know either and to think I though he knew all or was was it he just forgot. Boy miss him right now I know he would know what to do. Then it hit under the moon light what if it is the light that is doing it to us. What if we go at night under moon light and not during the day under sun light I need to see Atlas right away. I go and see him out. I find him just getting ready for watch, with Gaston.
"Atlas I have an idea! What if it is the light that is doing it to us! What if we try under moonlight to travel the forest and not daylight. Maybe we are getting confused because of the light and we need to travel In the Dark. Light can do funny things and we need to trust our selfs and try in the dark or under the moonlight as it is dffferent and has different powers?"
----- Perception check 21 of the forest and area under the moon or dark Survival check 15 for tracks in the dark/moon light Knowledge geography 13 if anything in the area is different now in the night dark/moon light Knowledge nature 11 if nature is different in the darkeveningmoon light
Into the Eastern Wood Again - Co DM Dan K Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 9:05:44 AM
The group makes camp again, this time inside the Eastern Wood. No fire is lit and soon enough it gets quite dark. If the forest seemed gloomy and oppressive in the daylight, it is triply so in the dark. Crosseye and several others know that the twin Woldian moons are out this night, but it does not show so much under the canopy of the trees. It is not pitch like one would find under ground, but overall human sight extends only 15' or so. The same watch order is kept, Atlas with Gaston and again he strikes up a conversation with him. Gaston is not in a very talkative mood though, "Everything is going wrong. I'll be a laughing stock is what this is becoming." Atlas is able to shift the mans attention from it being all about him, well for the most part, and get him to consider solutions to the problem.
Gaston has several ideas and slash and burn is on top of his list. "Axe and fire and we carve our way in." When Atlas makes it clear the group will not be doing that he throws his hands up, "Well those two," pointing at Irdalas and Crosseye, "Are the woodsman. Have this conversation with them. An elf getting lost in the woods? Who ever heard such a thing." Atlas can tell he is frustrated and something is definitely weighing on him, but Gaston changes the subject. His favorite thing, him. Atlas learns a good deal about the man that night. He attended the finest schools to learn the blade and bow and has been on many successful hunts. He follows no single deity, but revers all of them and has studied theology and the art of the arcane as well as alchemy. Hunting and adventure are by far his greatest passion though. Atlas also learns that, yes, Gaston and his family are very wealthy. He does not say it out right, but as Gaston's speaks of former adventures, he produces various possessions. His long sword of imperial steel, crafted by master dwarf smiths of Floating City. His handwoven chain shirt, his ash bow and so forth and so on. Gaston is pompous, arrogant and full of his own importance, but not perhaps entirely without merit as to why.
Crosseye mentions perhaps that the daylight was a cause to their getting turned around and a night venture might prove more successful
Mack suggests locating and following the stream
The night wears on, peaceful, but on edge. None on watch can shake the feeling that just beyond their vision, or tucked into the one shadow they cannot visually penetrate, creatures of the forest lurk and watch you.
ooc As Crosseye is making a move at night suggestion, I am declaring the time to be just after midnight at this point
Cameron (David F) AC 18 (T 14, FF 15) CMD 12 HP11/11 Character Sheet d20+8=26 ; Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 10:49:33 AM
Just before midnight, when his watch is to start, Cameron wakes up and unties himself from his perch. He drops down and slowly walks the camp, getting used to where everyone is in the dark. He knows Carver can see twice as well as he can, but also knows the Centaur is made for action, not observation. Once he has the lay of the camp and Carver is settled in to watch, he steps about 20 feet away from the group, kneels and begins his daily prayers. The darkness and quietness of the woods leads to an observance f quiet contemplation tonight. He retrieves the small poisonous creature he found earlier, breaks its body to release its venom and eats it. He feels the venom enter his body and quiets himself to follow it's progress. Once it has stilled his mind he focuses on the issue at hand. How id the forest beating them? His mind travels back to the first lessons at the forge with Uncle Morgan. He said the forging process was a labor of teamwork for those new to smithing. One member of the team worked the bellows and kept the fire hot, while the other turned the steel and hammered it out. Two sets of hands working as one. So too were they taught in the Fist. The five members of the Fist each had their own talents, but in a fight they worked together toward a common goal, survival and victory. How was this different? Well, essentially it wasn't. They were now in for the long haul in this woods. So far it was passively trying to keep them out. It gently steered them back to the edge they had entered on. What would it do now that they had spent the night here? Would it accept them, or become more aggressive in it's attempts to shoo them out? If they worked together, not separately, they should be able to keep their heading and find their way. All of them helping the strongest tracker, Crosseye. That would have to work. He would mention that come morning. He finishes his prayers, asking Jancassais to lend him the light of her vision to allow him to see in this place without a fire, and then he returns to watch. Perception 26
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 5, CMD 15, HP 15/15 Character Sheet d20+1=4 ; Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 3:12:03 PM
During the watch and as they take over for those on first watch, Carver comments. "I think we need to appease the forest somehow... it might take something in trade to allow us to enter. Might be something inconsequential to us, but that the spirits here need or want that they can't get for themselves."
Perception 4
Irdalas (Nick L) AC: 17 (T 14 FF 13), CMD: 17; HP: 10/10 Arrows: 213 Character Sheet d20+5=10 ; Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 3:25:56 PM
Irdalas nods and thinks about what the forest could need or want.
Survival: 10 OOC: sorry for the short post, rough day
Crosseye (Earl) AC: 17 (T 12 FF 15), CMD: 17;HP 11/11 Character Sheet d20+6=11 ; d20+6=8 ; Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 4:08:06 PM
I look at atlas " So what do you think a try in the dark at night under the moons?"
----- Perception check 11 to see if the forest is different at night under the moons Survival check 8 for tracks at night
Mack (Eric R) AC: 15 (T 15 FF 12), CMD: 15; HP 9/9 Character Sheet d20+7=8 ; d20+2=22 ; Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 7:03:36 PM
If they wake me up:
(d20+7 perception check of 8) (d20+2 survival/tracking check of 22) <---- Natural 20!
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Wednesday October 22nd, 2014 10:40:05 PM
Atlas wraps up his watch and contemplates Crosseye's suggestion. After a bit he turns to him and speaks, "I really don't know, Crosseye. I don't have a better answer, but I hesitate to walk these woods at night. We could easily loose one of us in the darkness. I'm not exactly comfortable with lighting torches and announcing our presence to everyone, but I have a few if we go that route. I'm also concerned that we could be walking into danger while tired. Lack of sleep can play with the mind and slow our reactions."
Atlas spends a few more minutes thinking about it and then speaks up, "Everyone, listen up." Atlas walks around and nudges those that are sleeping so that they can hear what he has to say. "We're all at a loss, so unless one of the gods is going to answer the prayers of our faithful, someone is going, someone is going to dream up a solution, or we're going to come up something to offer the forest, and I'm at a loss to what that would be, then we're going to have to take a little more risk. I would like to put Crosseye's suggestion to a vote. Should we pack up camp and try again under the limited moonlight to see if night will provide us with a better result than the day time?"
Atlas doesn't give his vote. He wants to hear what everyone has to say. He doesn't want people following him blindly. I don't have a clue what I'm doing, some day they're all going to realize this. I just like making decisions and moving on.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 19; HP 13/13 Character Sheet Thursday October 23rd, 2014 12:06:15 AM
DM Edit by request, this post is being maskedHighlight to display spoiler: {OOC: Hmm, thinking back, I'm not 100% sure that Atlas would know what the symbol is that Cameron was using in his ritual. Mack witnessed it and then told Atlas, but I don't know how common it is or if I need a knowledge check. Considering that Knowledge skills are not usable untrained and I don't have any, especially religion, then I cannot do a check. Anyone know how common the symbol is and if I would just know it?
Secondly, Atlas didn't hear Cameron tonight, I was just tired and forgot that. So please replace that line about Jancassais with...
"...so unless one of the gods is going to answer the prayers of our faithful, someone is going..."}
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