We're off to see the Pasha, the wonderful Pasha of Oz... (Co-DM JonathanT) Thursday February 5th, 2015 12:23:48 AM Restlin slaps Trellus on the back and utters those famous words heard throughout the galaxies, from one world to another, 'Take me to your leader!' He is ready for some answers!
Kyan suggests that before they depart, one of the flying-capable heroes go give a look-around and spare the Yngvardian scout patrol some needless hours scouting for other Gaelis.
Katinka answers captain Alrik, agreeing that it is a fair plan, but she has some conditions of her own. She wants a letter of safe passage! At least she offers healing, food, and water to the Yngvardian captain.
Garret slaps himself in the forehead which brings a comment from an Yngvardian, 'Sand Fleas are your permanent companions here. Get used to them or you'll slap yourself silly.' Little do they know why he did that and he putters around pretending he was looking at the architecture of the building.
Trellus states, just in time to prevent an awkward moment, that HE is the letter of safe passage, having been a guest of the Pasha for over a year and trusted enough to aid in the scouting duties. To Restlin, he quips 'obviously don't know me very well.' Pointing in what seems like a random direction, he says, 'It's that way'. He offers the use of an Endure Elements spell if anyone needs help with the heat. His lack of sweat on the brow and shows that it works.
katinka tries to recover from her faux pas by welcoming Trellus to their group.
Beri thanks Sesha for the healing and offers fresh water, suggesting that it is pretty safe to assume it will be hot on the road ahead, however long it turns out to be.
Sesha heals Beri, recovering 11hps. She suggest Trellus save his spell and let her cast it instead as it is easier for her to do so, and renews any Endure Elements already in effect or any new ones who wish it.
Katinka's embarasment only grows when she is reminded that Trellus has already been assigned to the group as the Yngvardian liaison. That means he goes wherever they go, or, in this case, they go wherever he goes, unless they want to take the scenic rout to reach the Pasha's camp, a fact confirmed by Captain Alrik, "I suggest you not wander off without him. This desert hides some most gruesome ways to die!" and winks at Trellus.
Garret's observations lead him to conclude that, given time, the harsh desert sand would eventually wear the building down to nothing.
If anyone takes Kyan's suggestion, the IA find that for the moment they are the only ones about in the immediate area. The captain says that he knows about where to look anyway and he's grown tired of sitting idle these past few days and wants to stretch his legs. "Besides, my men are getting lazy," he jokes.
For those wanting water before they go, there is plenty about now that they have the Gaeli supplies as well and when all is made ready, Trellus starts making tracks in the sand. It appears he is headed deeper into the desert.
The rest of the day goes by rather boringly. The scenery changes little despite the miles. Sometimes they travel on rocky ground and other times they slip-slide up and down a sand dune. At night, if it were not for that handy climate control spell, they'd have to bundle up to fight off the chill of the night.
About noon the next day those with keen eyesight see a strange apparition coming their way. At first it appears to be a flock of birds, but way out here in the desert?
Trellus stops and waits for the apparition to get closer and soon the IA see that what had appeared to be a flock of birds is in actuality a formation of flying horses? These horses have funny shapes (a very long neck and a large hump in the middle of the back) and an awful ugly head. The formation lands and Trellus greets the Yngvardian that dismounts.
"Trellus! Fancy meeting you in these parts. I thought you were with Captain Alrik keeping an eye out on that Gaeli digging party? And who are these people? Not Gaeli, that's for sure!"
Knowledge Nature DC15: Highlight to display spoiler: {The said ugly looking flying 'horses' are actually flying camels.}
We're off to see the Pasha, the wonderful Pasha of Oz... (Co-DM JonathanT) Thursday February 5th, 2015 12:34:24 AM
DM JT: addendum, adding Bosk's post.
Bosk asks the captain if the knows of any giant settlements around those parts and that 'the' giant spoke of being a king of his people. Bosk is worried that the giants will want to retaliate for their king's long imprisonment.
"Giant? What giant? What are you talking about? There are no giants around here. The mountains to the north would be the only place such people may live but we have no record of any such people. But why do you ask this? You asked about a Fire Giant being buried down there and now you sound like you spoke with one? Captain Alrik asked, puzzled and a bit annoyed.
Sense Motive DC20: Highlight to display spoiler: {He obviously gets the impression the IA are hiding something and Bosk let something slip.}
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][See Invisibility, Cat's Grace, Detect Thoughts] d100=28 ; d8+6=10 ; Thursday February 5th, 2015 1:42:21 AM
Traveling with Trellus means that for once, Restlin doesn't have to play leader. This gives Sesha a little time to hang back with her Mage-Priest, picking his mind about bits and pieces of arcane formula. Spellcraft, proper spellcraft, had never been a thing she had worried about.
Witches just cast spells, there wasn't a lot more to it then that!
Since she met Restlin, she had found herself interested in the strange nuances of magic, even if it made her head spin.
That night, Sesha recasts an extended Heroes Feast, presumably in another Mansion of Restlins conjuring. The hardships of life on the road!
You bring forth a great feast, including a magnificent table, chairs, service, and food and drink. The feast takes 1 hour to consume, and the beneficial effects do not set in until this hour is over. Every creature partaking of the feast is cured of all sickness and nausea, receives the benefits of both neutralize poison and remove disease, and gains 1d8 temporary hit points + 1 point per two caster levels (maximum +10) after imbibing the nectar-like beverage that is part of the feast. The ambrosial food grants each creature that partakes a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and Will saves and a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against poison and fear effects for 12 hours. (24 extended)
11 Temporary hp until 8 pmish the following evening.
The following day, she frowns at the camels.
"It looks like a titan chopped a horse in two and then glued it back together unevenly."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+11=24 ; d20+22=33 ; Thursday February 5th, 2015 2:00:08 AM Knowl Nature vs DC15: 24 Craft check for Weave Elements Spell: 33
Tink breathes a sigh of relief "You see them too? For a minute I thought I was going crazy. Well, crazier. Never heard of flying camels before"
Tink otherwise keeps her mouth shut. Whoever this person is they seem to know Trellus. Probably best to let him handle discussions.
Restlin is very happy hanging out in the rear talking shop with Sesha. He seems to be especially on his game today, answering every question she throws his way with exquisite detail (knowledge, arcana: 39). With Restlin's happy-go-lucky attitude, it's easy to forget how smart the boy is.
His air of knowledge drops the moment he sees the flying camels, replaced by his stupid grin.
"Woah, flying camels! That's crazy! Trellus, WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL US YOU HAD FLYING CAMELS. If I had a flying camel, I'd tell everyone. 'Hi, I'm Restlin, I have a flying camel, do you?'"
He pokes Sesha in the ribs with his elbow and points, as if to say "do you believe this? FLYING CAMELS." Otherwise, he lets Trellus approach and make introductions.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Thursday February 5th, 2015 8:17:13 PM
Kyan peers at a particular ugly camel. "this one reminds me of zeoll. wonder how he is doing these days"
Trellus (AC27/15t/25f, HP 128/128, CMD 22, SR25) Thursday February 5th, 2015 8:54:47 PM
"What? Just give away all my secrets on the first date?" Trellus shoots back at Restlin. "I'm not that kind of guy."
The blond man raises a hand, welcoming the speaker. "Many Shadows, Tarin. Watching the digging party got boring after they attacked these dudes,got their reeds cut, and just lied around bleeding."
Trellus introduces each of the IAs to Tarin.
"They're from the same area as me," he finishes. Captain Alrik asked me to show them the way to the Pasha." With a twinkling glance at Restlin, he adds "I don't suppose you've got enough room to give us a lift?"
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells d20+5=9 ; Thursday February 5th, 2015 8:59:20 PM
Bosk, surprised by the man's reaction, shakes his head. Sorry...it was only a question. It is a bit of a long story. There are many traps down there...and to be honest, it was actually an illusion I saw. It gave us a strange message, but if there are no giants, then it was probably another trick like the illusion. We will tell everything to the sages. They will know more about it than we do.
When Trellus arrives Bosk has to agree with Restlin. Those are magnificent creatures. Would you be willing to sell one or two? He assures the man that he wants them for pets, not pack animals, and that they would be well cared for. He also asks the man where he can get a drink. We do a lot of travelling, and I make it a point to buy a couple bottles of anything made locally. My father was a vintner, and he taught me that there is no better way to remember a trip than sipping a local beer or wine. Something about the taste and smell jogs the memory.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Thursday February 5th, 2015 9:21:23 PM
Garret walks right up to the camels and openly stares at them. He knows nothing of camels, so he reaches out to touch it and explores where the wings attach, not saying a word.
We're off to see the Pasha, the wonderful Pasha of Oz... (Co-DM JonathanT) Friday February 6th, 2015 1:43:56 AM
DM JT OOC: I must say Mike Knox sure can take things in stride. I figured he'd add lib through this part, but I completely forgot to mention the Flying Camel patrol leader's name ahead of time for him. Good job in rolling with it. LOL
As Trellus leads the way, Sesha spends some valuable 'class' time with Restlin, discussing the mechanics of spell casting, so she claims. She does, however, magically produce another big banquet when they stop for the night. One begins to wonder how the IA ever became hardened adventurers, with all this pampering!
Her reaction to a camel is typical to most who never had to depend their life upon them.
Katinka does a double-take when she sees the flying camels. Good thing the others confirm her own eyesight. She remains quiet for a change and lets Trellus do the talking.
Restlin is more than happy to suffer through Wizardry 101 with Sesha and gushes forth with vast amounts of wizardry knowledge. But was Sesha really paying attention?
The Flying Camel patrol, though, comes in the nick of time to save the others from Restlin's Wiardry 201 course, as they distract the wizard. He genuinely seems to wish he had one. Trellus could launch into the 'Why Flying camels are not all that popular 101' course as payback for suffering through Wizardry 101 but spares the others that further torture.
Kyan eyeballs one that reminds him of Zeoll. Oh, where is Anrete when you really need one who knows how to appreciate the ugly things in life!
Trellus greets the Flying Camel Patrol captain (who will now go by the name of Tarin) and explains why he isn't with Captain Alrik. A little mishap with the IA party rendered that task rather complete. He goes on to introduce the IA to Captain Tarin and their goal to reach the Pasha's camp, and by the way, would they have room for a lift?
Garret approaches one of the winged camels. The rider eyes him wearily and puts a tighter hold onto the reins. Camels are a bit taller than a horse and Garret can easily walk underneath a camels belly. His ignorance of the camel's temperament puts him in peril of getting a good solid kick in the kiester but the rider manages to get the camel to kneel and settle down into the sand on its knees before such unfortunate event takes place.
DM JT Backtracking a bit: Bosk stammers a bit when he realizes his blunder and tries to bluff his way out of it. At least part of his explanation is true. However, if Captain Alrik had been a Justicar like Katinka, he'd have failed miserably.
Captain Alrik accepts the answer, or does he? What would Trellus say if put under pressure? The IA lucked out on that one!
DM JT back to the present: Bosk marvels at the flying camels and goes on to ask if they have any to sell. He tries a bit of trade talk about local beverages and memories.
Captain Tarin greets the IA members in turn and seems amused at their reaction to the flying camels. He disappoints the minotaur when he informs him that none are for sale. Any such special request can be made to the Pasha directly but don't get your hopes up.
Trellus explains in further detail how the Gaelis attacked the IA members and brought about their own demise and that Captain Alrik was going to scout around for any other Gaelis while he himself escorted the IA to meet the Pasha.
"Pasha Gaulikson would be very pleased to meet the Iron Adventurers," Tarin assures the group. "I will give you a word of caution, though. The reason we are out here is because there was a report that a patrol was attacked sometime yesterday. Since we have been avoiding any contact with the Gaelis and they in turn seem to ignore us, Pasha Gaulikson wanted to get to the bottom of this quickly. So be careful. Whatever happened, the cause is still out there."
With that he gives his farewells and the flying camel patrol takes to the air again in search of the cause of the mysterious attack on a patrol.
When all is ready to continue towards the Pasha's camp, Trellus takes the lead again, although a bit more weary of surprises.
The day passes and night comes again. Watches are set and dawn breaks over the vast empty desert. Trellus calculates another two days to the Pasha's camp. "It is an oasis. Yep, there are several oasis in this desert. The Pasha rotates between them. So you'll get to see some green for a change."
However they barely get a couple miles from their night's campsite when they spot a column of smoke rise over a distant sand dune.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Friday February 6th, 2015 9:01:12 AM
Restlin doesn't know this area well enough to be really concerned, but something hits the pit of his stomach. "Trellus, does that like like a campfire to you?"
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Friday February 6th, 2015 9:18:51 PM
Trellus looks at the column of smoke grimly.
He shakes his head at Restlin's query. "This is sunbaked," he states flatly.
"We might wanna have a sneaky type check out ahead. I'm not very good at staying hidden..or quiet."
-------------- Spells in effect: - Magic Vestment (Extended) on shield and armor. Duration 26 hrs, +3 enhancement bonus each - Endure Elements. Duration 24 hours. No fortitude checks needed for hot environment. - Status (Extended) on Katinka, Garret, Bosk, and Beriothian. Duration 26 hrs. - Heroes Feast - The ambrosial food grants each creature that partakes a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and Will saves and a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against poison and fear effects for 12 hours. (24 extended)
11 Temporary hp until 8 pmish the following evening.
Spell List: Highlight to display spoiler: { d - domain spell ^ - recast using pearl of power * - cast
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+22=29 ; d20+27=41 ; d20+37=43 ; Friday February 6th, 2015 10:44:11 PM Craft check for Weave Elements Spell: 29. Only 1 power. Tink will don the Fire garment rather than the Water garment today.
"Sneaky type, eh?" Tink winks at Trellus. Sneaky is what she does best. "Try and stay within 200ft of me. If I see anything I can cast a message spell to contact you"
With that, Tink activates her ring of invisibility and flies off to investigate, ascending to around 40ft.
Perception: 41 + Arcane Sight + See Invis + Detect Scrying + Dark Vision Stealth: 43 + 20 Moving Invisible + Hide in Plain sight + Misdirection
------------------ Spells in effect: Invisibility - From ring (Dur: 18rnds) Arcane Sight - 120ft range. See magical auras automatically. Darkvision - 60ft range See Invisibility - See Invisible or Ethereal objects Overland Flight - Fly speed 40ft. Detect Scrying - Detect any person/object being scryed upon with 40ft Misdirection - Misdirect the information from divination spells that reveal auras on Tink to instead seem like a pebble (Neutral, Not Magic, Not Lying, Not alive, etc) Mage Armor - +4 AC Resist Fire/20 - From Tishe's Weave Elements Endure Elements - From Sesha
------------------ Spells Available: Highlight to display spoiler: { 0 - Mage Hand, Message, Prestidigitation, Toro's Taur Try 1 - Mage Armor, Feather Fall, Grease, Prot from Evil, Roses Temp, Silent Image, Unseen Servant 2 - Misdirection, Alter Self (x2), Knock, Resist Energy, Resist Energy, Glitterdust 3 - Dispel Magic (x2), Haste (x2), Prot from Energy, Shrink Item, Stinking Cloud 4 - Detect Scrying, Resilient Sphere, Summon Monster IV, Wall of Fire, Black Tentacles 5 - Overland Flight (x2), Wall of Force, Summon Monster V, Telepathic Bond 6 - Summon Monster VI (x3), Tishe's Weave Elements}
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Saturday February 7th, 2015 1:48:01 PM
"I can see invisible things. Stay close to me & I'll make sure we stay within range of her."
Restlin is as subtle as a migraine, but he'll stay within 200' of Tink.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] d20+21=28 ; Saturday February 7th, 2015 2:38:01 PM
Garret stops with the others when they see the smoke. He looks around in other directions, seeing nothing but sand. He looks up at the sky (perception: 28) in all directions. He blinks as Tink disappears and waits for her scouting return.
Where There's Smoke... (co-DM SteveK) Sunday February 8th, 2015 8:09:14 PM
Restlin wonders if smoke is normal, and Trellus quickly confirms it is not. The Yngvardians are all conscious of keeping small fires, and so the tall column must be something else, and most likely, something bad.
A scouting expedition is quickly suggested and Katinka jumps at the chance to have a little scouting fun. She makes some suggestions, and is off!
Restlin encourages the others to keep up with himself, counting on his ability to see Invisible to keep track of the little, flying Halfling. However hile the Wizard can see invisible, he still has to try and see the stealthy Tink (Perception DC = 43 stealth, misdirection, 200 feet [+1 every 10 feet])
Bosk and Sesha hasn't chimed in yet, but Garrett seems to want to stay here until Katinka gets back.
..............
As it is, Katinka is invisible and flying away. It is going to take some quick coordination to have anyone be able to see her at 200 feet away for the group to follow. Other options are to stay here and wait for the report or at least get closer to the column of smoke...
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Sunday February 8th, 2015 9:53:54 PM
kyan votes in the wait for the scouting Tink to report back camp.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Monday February 9th, 2015 12:09:12 AM
ooc: Sorry for the missed post. It was a busy weekend and I needed to finish the next module for Rum.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 d20+29=44 ; d20+29=33 ; Monday February 9th, 2015 9:08:27 AM
That Tink is a sneaky one, he'll give her that. Realizing keeping tabs on her will be tough, he calls upon Wardd to help him out (luck domain: bit o' luck, roll 20s twice).
That, combined with his natural Mendicant luck(+5 luck points), is enough. He sees the halfling despite her best attempt otherwise (perception: 44 - take that, Rob).
"I see her. I need to keep eyes on her or I may lose her. Everyone stay close and warn me if I'm about to trip over something or wander somewhere I shouldn't." With that, Restlin follows, trusting his friends to keep him safe.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Monday February 9th, 2015 10:01:01 AM
kyan will follow Restlin then and maybe won't even let him walk through that fire ant best. maybe.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Monday February 9th, 2015 1:46:02 PM
ooc: I just want to confirm that we had time to prepare our spells when we camped. If so, I will have used the rest of my spells to make sure everyone is at full health.
When the group sees the column of smoke rising the Horned Cleric immediately connects it to the fire giants and wonders if it is an invading force. After a moment a more realistic possibility comes to him. Turning to the Captain and Trellus he asks, what is up that way? Is that where we are headed or some sort of village?
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] d20+21=40 ; Monday February 9th, 2015 2:27:29 PM
Garret moves along with the others tracking Restlin, carefully watching in all other directions (perception: 40).
Tink is easily beyond invisible to her, Sesha couldn't find the sneaky Halfling with the best of tries. The last time she lost track of an ally, she spent sixty excruciating seconds forcing healing magic into Restlin as fast as she could, watching him rag doll between death and consciousness.
She is not a fan of anyone "scouting ahead", and lets Tink know it through the link.
"You be careful Tink. If something happens to you and I can't get to you in time, I'll bind your spirit into pot-pot and carry you on my broom for a good week until you learn your lesson. "
Venting out suitable plans for revenge, Sesha feels a little better.
Where There's Smoke... (co-DM SteveK) Monday February 9th, 2015 8:01:29 PM
Lucky Restlin is amazingly able to keep sight of Tink , and the Iron Adventurers (and Trellus) follow in the morning across the sands.
Bosk is glad he and the others were able get all their spells back and that it is morning.
Katinka leads the others across the sands and after an hour gets to the last rocky dune from the smoke. Katinka is able to watch, listen, and bring back the following news to the group:
Over the rise 400 feet away, a large red humanoid is auguring and casting a spell causing sparks and smoke that burns three tied up humans. The humans are in the tattered and burnt garb of the Yngvardins. Surrounding the torture scene, two destroyed wagons, and the slain forms of four horses and five more humans are in the area. Looking about, there seems to be no covered way to get less than 400 feet without being in danger of discovery.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+27=39 ; Monday February 9th, 2015 9:31:29 PM "Oi!" Tink drops her invisibility and shouts at the humanoid. She has no other plan at the moment other than to distract the figure from what it was doing.
"Everyone! Quick!" she calls and flies forward another 40ft.
Perception: 39 Standard action to drop invisibility Move action to fly 40ft forward
------------------ Spells in effect: Invisibility - From ring (Dur: 18rnds) Arcane Sight - 120ft range. See magical auras automatically. Darkvision - 60ft range See Invisibility - See Invisible or Ethereal objects Overland Flight - Fly speed 40ft. Detect Scrying - Detect any person/object being scryed upon with 40ft Misdirection - Misdirect the information from divination spells that reveal auras on Tink to instead seem like a pebble (Neutral, Not Magic, Not Lying, Not alive, etc) Mage Armor - +4 AC Resist Fire/20 - From Tishe's Weave Elements Endure Elements - From Sesha
------------------ Spells Available: Highlight to display spoiler: { 0 - Mage Hand, Message, Prestidigitation, Toro's Taur Try 1 - Mage Armor, Feather Fall, Grease, Prot from Evil, Roses Temp, Silent Image, Unseen Servant 2 - Misdirection, Alter Self (x2), Knock, Resist Energy, Resist Energy, Glitterdust 3 - Dispel Magic (x2), Haste (x2), Prot from Energy, Shrink Item, Stinking Cloud 4 - Detect Scrying, Resilient Sphere, Summon Monster IV, Wall of Fire, Black Tentacles 5 - Overland Flight (x2), Wall of Force, Summon Monster V, Telepathic Bond 6 - Summon Monster VI (x3), Tishe's Weave Elements}
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Tuesday February 10th, 2015 7:13:25 AM
"C'mon, lets get up to that last dune we can hide behind, and then we can cast spells and get going," Trellus states while breaking into a jog.
"Can anyone fly invisible besides Katinka?" he asks as he moves. "He'll see tracks otherwise. I can fly if one of you dudes can cast invisibility."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Tuesday February 10th, 2015 8:30:03 AM
Restlin casts overland flight on himself before continuing to move.
"I don't think we have enough magic to make all of us invisible, unless Sesha has some tricks up her sleeve. I can stay invisible for a while though.
"Anyway, we're not stopping for anything. Tink's dropped her invisibility, which means she's probably trying to be heroic up there. Putting one's self in harms way so someone better suited to it doesn't have to is MY SHTICK, LADY." He calls out the last bit loud enough for Tink to hear. "I won't have her stealing my signature moves."
**
If we're not in combat rounds and I'm able to cast multiple spells, Restlin will also caste expeditious retreat on himself to get to Tink quicker. He'll then fly up to where she is.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Tuesday February 10th, 2015 9:04:48 AM
without a way to fly or making himself faster Kyan just breaks into a jog with the rest and slogs across the desert towards Tink. he pulls out a handful of arrows as he goes and readies his bow.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday February 10th, 2015 1:44:46 PM
ooc: Will/Beri contacted me yesterday while I was at work saying his internet was down, and by the time I got home I forgot to post for him.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Tuesday February 10th, 2015 7:41:42 PM
When Tink calls out for aid, Garret takes off a a dead run, much faster than should be normal for a halfling... (His speed is 60, and he's moving at max speed, even if he starts to pull away from the others).
DM SteveK Tuesday February 10th, 2015 9:25:40 PM
Katinka is 200 feet from the Iron Adventurers and 400 feet from the red humanoid. she feels the tortured humans have had enough and need a distraction, so she drops her invisibility, shouts to her friends and becomes a distraction... hopefully.
Restlin disapproves of the Halfling stealing his moves! He casts Expedious Retreat and flies to close the distance by 90 feet.
Garrett has an even faster way to get there, by his lighting fast feet! Running (x4 move), the Halfling covers 240 feet in six seconds and is beneath Katinka!
Led by Kyan and Trellus, the others jog along (assuming jog means hustling and at x2 speed) steadily closing the distance.
......................
The red humanoid looks up and then laughs. "Little People so eager! I shall be with you in a minute, but let me give these pathetic beings a present first!" The large being turns and casts a spell, and the prisoners metal bonds begin to glow!
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][See Invisibility, Cat's Grace, Detect Thoughts] d100=31 ; Tuesday February 10th, 2015 10:05:59 PM
(I've got to get used to Steve's post schedule!)
Gripping her broom, Sesha rushes out a spell and glides after Tink and Restlin. She's not worried about staying terribly close at the moment, but doesn't want to get too far behind either.
Ley Check vs DC 20: 31
Flying Broom successful. Moving 60ft towards Rest and Tink.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Tuesday February 10th, 2015 10:33:51 PM
Even flying at top speed, Tink cannot fly as fast as Garret can run. The best chance they have of getting to their destination quickly lies with him.
"We've got to get in there!" Tink flies forwards, descending to 10ft. She ensures she is no more than 25ft ahead of Garret and then casts a quick Haste spell affecting both halflings.
Tink and Garret are now hastened!
------------------ Spells in effect: Haste - Rnd 1/12 Arcane Sight - 120ft range. See magical auras automatically. Darkvision - 60ft range See Invisibility - See Invisible or Ethereal objects Overland Flight - Fly speed 40ft. Detect Scrying - Detect any person/object being scryed upon with 40ft Misdirection - Misdirect the information from divination spells that reveal auras on Tink to instead seem like a pebble (Neutral, Not Magic, Not Lying, Not alive, etc) Mage Armor - +4 AC Resist Fire/20 - From Tishe's Weave Elements Endure Elements - From Sesha
------------------ Spells Available: Highlight to display spoiler: { 0 - Mage Hand, Message, Prestidigitation, Toro's Taur Try 1 - Mage Armor, Feather Fall, Grease, Prot from Evil, Roses Temp, Silent Image, Unseen Servant 2 - Misdirection, Alter Self (x2), Knock, Resist Energy, Resist Energy, Glitterdust 3 - Dispel Magic (x2), Haste, Haste, Prot from Energy, Shrink Item, Stinking Cloud 4 - Detect Scrying, Resilient Sphere, Summon Monster IV, Wall of Fire, Black Tentacles 5 - Overland Flight (x2), Wall of Force, Summon Monster V, Telepathic Bond 6 - Summon Monster VI (x3), Tishe's Weave Elements}
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday February 10th, 2015 11:21:01 PM
ooc: oops. I was thinking posts came around midnight. Sorry.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday February 10th, 2015 11:29:03 PM Everyone to me, I can get us there instantly. Bosk calls everyone to him. His hands become a blur and it looks like he is pulling back a layer of time and space to create an ethereal doorway (dimension door) that comes out just outside the creature's reach (sorry, I don't know from your post if it has a 5, 10 or more ft reach). The action of bending the dimensions wears the blond taur out, and he takes a moment to catch his breath. (The caster can not take another action after casting this spell).
Actions - Dim Door every to just outside the creature's reach
Lurking... (Co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday February 11th, 2015 12:34:13 AM
DM JT OOC: Sorry guys. You got used to my midnight posts. Gulp. New DM, new schedule. :}
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][See Invisibility, Cat's Grace, Detect Thoughts] Wednesday February 11th, 2015 2:39:41 AM
( We probably wouldn't know the creatures reach unless we saw it do something "reachy." )
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 d20=3 ; Wednesday February 11th, 2015 8:27:45 AM
Hearing Bosk, Restlin realizes there's a faster way to do this. Looking to where Tink is, he uses a new trick he learned recently to conjure himself next to her.
"Seriously lady," he starts as he pops into existence next to her. "Leave the ill-advised heroics to me." He gets a good look at whatever's causing all this, hoping it's not the fire giant they just let out. Of course, who knows if that was actually a fire giant? Fire giants weren't known for flying around.
***
Knowledge roll: 3 - What is this thing?
Arcana: +19 History, Planes: +16 Religion: +15
Not sure what roll is appropriate here, I just rolled a D20. Pick whichever's appropriate.
Also, please let me know how far I had to dimension door to Tink.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Wednesday February 11th, 2015 10:35:01 AM
(OOC: Am I correct in assuming that Garret is still 400' from the thing? If so:)
Garret turns on another burst of speed, running as fast as he can towards the humanoid.
OOC: Haste in effect: 1/12
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Wednesday February 11th, 2015 1:30:01 PM
ooc: Bosk can close the 400ft gap in one standard action, if Garret goes with him...and he will still have a full turn to use.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Wednesday February 11th, 2015 1:35:16 PM
ooc: Will / Beri's internet is still down.
Quickly weighing the advantages of ice against flame with his desert surrounding the young druid taps into his connection with the natural and begins to take on traits of the elemental. Soon he is taking on the shape of a huge sized air elemental. He then rises 25 feet into the air and waits for the others to catch up.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Wednesday February 11th, 2015 5:33:29 PM
If Beri is going to pick Garret up, Garret won't resist. He would love to dive-bomb the humanoid and attempt to disrupt and spell-casting going on...
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Wednesday February 11th, 2015 6:19:57 PM
Getting there instantly seems like an extraordinarily good idea. Trellus grabs ahold of Bosk.
Appearing on the other side, the cleric sketches a spell and calls "Halt!"
[i]Greater Command. The subject (giant red dude) stands in place for up to 12 rounds. It may not take any actions but is not considered helpless. Will save 23 negates. Will save check made each round[i/]
-------------- Spells in effect: - Magic Vestment (Extended) on shield and armor. Duration 26 hrs, +3 enhancement bonus each - Endure Elements. Duration 24 hours. No fortitude checks needed for hot environment. - Status (Extended) on Katinka, Garret, Bosk, and Beriothian. Duration 26 hrs. - Heroes Feast - The ambrosial food grants each creature that partakes a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and Will saves and a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against poison and fear effects for 12 hours. (24 extended)
11 Temporary hp until 8 pmish the following evening.
Spell List: Highlight to display spoiler: { d - domain spell ^ - recast using pearl of power * - cast
Where there is Smoke... DM SteveK d20+11=14 ; Wednesday February 11th, 2015 8:14:34 PM
Ooc. Well, that was easy!
Restlin, Katinka, and Garrett are too far away from Bosk to do the Dim Door route, and continent to run and fly across the sand. Katinka casts her spell and flies 90 feet closer, being still 250 feet away. Restlin zips 180 feet closer, but started further away. Garrett, well Garrett with his speed and Tink's spell runs 360 feet in six seconds! The little halfling is only 40 feet away from the Large Red Humanoid!
Of course, Bosk's spell brings Kyan, Trellus, Beri, and Sesha even closer, a mere 20 feet away (providing a comfortable buffer from a possible AOO)
Beri turns into an air elemtal and rises into the air.
Trellus has a more direct approach, his spell freezes the red humanoid! ( know planes; DC15. Highlight to display spoiler: { it is an effreet! } )
Despite the immobile red man , the spell continues to burn the prisoners. Only two are screaming now!
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) d20+10=16 ; d20+6=18 ; Wednesday February 11th, 2015 9:38:17 PM
[Know Planes: 18]
"Sunbaked beater." Trellus growls, before calling out to the group, "Its an efreet. He could shake free any second."
Following his own advice, the cleric sketches another spell, strides up to red dude, and slaps him.
Touch Attack hits AC 16 Cast Harm for 130 hp damage. Will save 24 halves. Target cannot fall below 1 hp
-------------- Spells in effect: - Magic Vestment (Extended) on shield and armor. Duration 26 hrs, +3 enhancement bonus each - Endure Elements. Duration 24 hours. No fortitude checks needed for hot environment. - Status (Extended) on Katinka, Garret, Bosk, and Beriothian. Duration 26 hrs. - Heroes Feast - The ambrosial food grants each creature that partakes a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and Will saves and a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against poison and fear effects for 12 hours. (24 extended)
11 Temporary hp until 8 pmish the following evening.
Spell List: Highlight to display spoiler: { d - domain spell ^ - recast using pearl of power * - cast
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 d20+16=27 ; d20+16=18 ; d20+11=24 ; d20+6=14 ; d8+9=16 ; d8+9=13 ; d8+9=16 ; d8+9=15 ; d8+9=12 ; Wednesday February 11th, 2015 10:43:26 PM
Burning folks in shackles seems like a bad thing to Kyan.. And at Trellus' declaration he raises his bow to fire away.
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Full attack with multi shot and rapid shot
ATrack 1( multi shot) hit AC 27 for 29 damage Rapid shot hit AC 18 for 16 damage Attack2 hit AC 24 for 15 damage Attack 3 hit AC 14 for 12 damage
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Wednesday February 11th, 2015 10:59:37 PM
Tink can do nought but fly even closer, albeit at tremendous speed (Double move action - Fly 140ft closer)
------------------ Spells in effect: Haste - Rnd 2/12 Arcane Sight - 120ft range. See magical auras automatically. Darkvision - 60ft range See Invisibility - See Invisible or Ethereal objects Overland Flight - Fly speed 40ft. Detect Scrying - Detect any person/object being scryed upon with 40ft Misdirection - Misdirect the information from divination spells that reveal auras on Tink to instead seem like a pebble (Neutral, Not Magic, Not Lying, Not alive, etc) Mage Armor - +4 AC Resist Fire/20 - From Tishe's Weave Elements Endure Elements - From Sesha
------------------ Spells Available: Highlight to display spoiler: { 0 - Mage Hand, Message, Prestidigitation, Toro's Taur Try 1 - Mage Armor, Feather Fall, Grease, Prot from Evil, Roses Temp, Silent Image, Unseen Servant 2 - Misdirection, Alter Self (x2), Knock, Resist Energy, Resist Energy, Glitterdust 3 - Dispel Magic (x2), Haste, Haste, Prot from Energy, Shrink Item, Stinking Cloud 4 - Detect Scrying, Resilient Sphere, Summon Monster IV, Wall of Fire, Black Tentacles 5 - Overland Flight (x2), Wall of Force, Summon Monster V, Telepathic Bond 6 - Summon Monster VI (x3), Tishe's Weave Elements}
Sesha is concerned that three of the five are no longer screaming. Part of her pact with Serenbeth was that she would deny no creature who asked for healing, and even though this group hadn't asked, she assumed it was needed.
Sesha casts a quickened spell, Deathwatch, and checks the vitals of the prisoners. She saw from the corner of her eye Trellus pumping the Efreet full of magic, and Kyan sinking arrows into the foe. While she wasn't very good at killing, she was excellent at making sure things didn't die.
Free Action: Determine how many of the prisoners are actually dead.
If None.
Standard Action: Dispel Magic on the heat spell. (dispel magic 19)
If all or some.
(Waiting for DM response!)
DM SteveK. Sesha (and Bosk!) can see all five prisoners are "fragile".
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Thursday February 12th, 2015 12:06:57 PM
Restlin uses the rest of his dimension door ability (I can do 240 ft' day total), then flies along fast as he can, trying to get close enough to this thing.
"That's an effreet," he thinks to himself, "and it's probably what we let out of that urn. I'm beginning to think a 'pummel first, ask questions later' route is the way to go from now on."
***
Restlin cannot fail that knowledge check. He should have moved a total of 320 feet from where he first started, which was 200' from Tink.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells d20=17 ; Thursday February 12th, 2015 2:20:19 PM
ooc: Bosk also has permanent Death Watch. Could I also know the state of those burning?
(The d20 was meant for Rum, but I don't mind using it here)
DM SteveK. Sesha (and Bosk!) can see all five prisoners are "fragile".
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Thursday February 12th, 2015 4:09:15 PM
Kyan exhales and avoids a Red X
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Thursday February 12th, 2015 6:59:33 PM
Bosk call out to his friends. Those guys are in fragile condition. 3 or fewer hit points, but alive We need to help them. I can heal their wounds. Someone tie that guy up so he cannot use his hands to hast spells. Gag him if you can so he cannot speak.
ooc: Can you tall me what type of people they are? Commoners or fighters, or an approximate character level? I need to estimate how many hit dice or HP they have to determine how much curing is necessary. (I plan to run to the far side of them so I can heal them without getting the efreet in the healing zone.)
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells d6=4 ; d20=12 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; Thursday February 12th, 2015 7:05:11 PM
occ: In case I do not hear form you or have time to respond, I will then channel energy to heal the people for 13dmg (I will not heal the Effreet)
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Thursday February 12th, 2015 7:23:26 PM
Beri looks and sees the poor victims still smoldering. It is clear to him that his first job is to protect these wounded men before making the effreet pay for it's crimes. With a mighty roar the air elemental casts quench over the entire area,
0 (4)- Detect Magic, Light, Create Water, stabilize 1 (6)- *Elf Vision, Faerie Firex2, Entangle, cure light wounds x3 2 (6)- *Faerie Fire, Fog Cloud, Soften Earth and Stone, Warp Wood, spider climb, Flaming Sphere, restoration lesser 3 (5)- *Glibness, Sleet Storm, quench, Greater Magic Fang, wind wall, stone shape, Cure Moderate Wounds 4 (5)- *Lesser Planar Ally, dispel magic, cure serious sounds, Freedom of Movement, Air Walk x2 5 (3)- *Awaken, Animal Growth, Cure Critical Wounds, Baleful Polymorph 6 (2)- *Legend Lore , Antilife Shell, Greater Dispel Magic Spells with * are Fey domain spells (and not included in spell counts)
ooc: I'm back, sorry computer broke during move and I got stuck in that limbo of needing new drivers for the replacement part, but needing the drivers already installed in order to be able to go online to get said drivers in the first place. Thanks Bosk for filling in for me
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][See Invisibility, Cat's Grace, Detect Thoughts] Thursday February 12th, 2015 7:39:48 PM
Sesha senses Beri's spell following behind hers. Her own dispel magic was probably enough, but it didn't hurt to have backup just in case!
(Beri, you need to roll to dispel the fire spell. It isn't automatic. 1d20+12 vs 11 + Spells caster level.)
Where there is Smoke... DM SteveK d20+11=22 ; Thursday February 12th, 2015 9:40:51 PM
Trellus seems to work with the Iron Adventurers like a well-oiled set of gears. A harm spell also blasts through the Efreet's will, and two arrows from Kyan ends the threat and the efreet.
Sesha deals with the "heat metal" spell, and Beri ensures any stray ember with a deluge of water.
Bosk moves over, and not noticing any martial weapons or medium or heavy armor, tries for a surge of healing. The Minotaur doesn't have to worry about the efreet, because it is dead, dead, dead. The channelling seems to revive the robed prisoners. They are better, if not completely healed.
With no combat to worry about, Restlin, Garrett, and Katinka gets to the site of the slaughter (OK fine, both slaughters) in time to be able to help clear the bodies and support the prisoners.
It looks like the ball is in the Iron Adventurer's court ...
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] d20+19=29 ; 2d8+3=15 ; Thursday February 12th, 2015 9:48:07 PM
Garret will continue to run towards the creature, stopping just short of it, he blinks to see the others appear. He looks back where they were and shrugs, attempting to kick the creature in the knee and stun it.
OOC: Single attack: 29, Damage: 15, Stunning Fist Save DC 21 or staggered 1d6+1 rounds.
In effect: haste: 2/12
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+27=42 ; Friday February 13th, 2015 1:24:49 AM
Tink raises an eyebrow at Garret's actions and smiles "I'm no doctor, but I think it's dead"
She isn't quite sure how to act now, but keeps an eye on Trellus. They have only known the man for a few days and are now standing by what could be the bodies of some of his friends and fellow refugees.
"Desert, fire giants, efreet. Yep, choosing to memorise a wall of fire was REAL smart Tink!" she berates her not so wise choice of spell selection.
Tink scans the area around the party. It's possible they have walked into a trap, or that there are other hostiles in wait. Perception: 42
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Friday February 13th, 2015 5:43:23 AM
OOC: Darn simultaneous posting... ;)
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Friday February 13th, 2015 7:34:09 AM
Restlin puts his arm around Sesha. "If it's any consolation, heat seems to work just fine against that effreet's victims."
He looks at the dead effreet, still wondering if they let it free. "Tink, got any more of that mind...link...thingy spell handy? We should talk in private before we decide what to do." He also figures Sesha and Bosk will still be able to question this thing.
"Trellus, what are we looking at here. Are these your people?"
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Friday February 13th, 2015 9:45:33 AM
With Restlin's query echoing in his ears, Trellus scans the freed prisoners faces before talking a grim walk to check on, and possibly identify, the dead bodies.
"What happened?" he asks the still living men.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells d20+19=31 ; Friday February 13th, 2015 1:29:11 PM
Not trusting the effreet and fearing some devious tactics, like that of the fire giant, Bosk immediately begins scanning the area using his detect magic spell. Tink and Restlin, you two can see invisible things, right? Is that thing truly dead, or is this another illusion? Speaking of which, any chance this is related to the things we saw the other day?
Assuming detect magic yields nothing and nothing invisible is lurking about Bosk will then cast detect poison. If nothing is found he will search the effreet.
Actions -------------------- Cast detect magic and began scanning the area Cast detect poison Search Effreet and search for traps Perception = 31
ooc: Am I correct that only the effrit is dead at this point?
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Friday February 13th, 2015 2:28:52 PM
Garret bends over, placing his hands on his knees. He says, while gasping for breath, "How... did.. you..." He points back to where the group came from, take a deep breath and continues, "here... I..." He looks around again, "ran... fast..."
He plops down in the sand and continues panting, "Never... mind... magic..."
Where there is Smoke... DM SteveK Friday February 13th, 2015 5:14:47 PM
Garrett is out of breath and kicks the dead efreet gaining a teasing by Sesha. Trellus starts helping the people while Bosk is concerned there is more here than meets the eye. Katinka scans around but her sharp eyes can't find anything more than what is here. Nothing unusual.
Trellus can see that the survivors are not from the old Sargrass but are Yngvardins. The five survivors all agree that they were ambused by the invisible genie who then looked like a fire giant and announced that Abdul Abdul Mahmaluk ruled the deserts. Then it killed and destroyed everything before settling down for what Abdul called 'a little fun'.
The group was on their way to join the Pasha's encampment.
There really isn't anything more to do around here but to bury the dead and take the survivors to where the group was going to anyways. Unless the group wants to do something else with the dead efreet?
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Friday February 13th, 2015 7:19:44 PM
ooc: Did Bosk find anything on its body?
The Horned Cleric digs through his bag to find his trusty spatula of corpse retrieval. Anyone know what these things taste like when fried up like a burger? Oh well. He will still make for some handy spell components in the future. The cleric takes a bit of hair, blood and bone and places them in the center of one of his holy symbols and marks it Abdul Abdul Mahmaluk.
Ooc DM SteveK. No, Bosk didn't find anything of value.
Sesha smiles and snuggles into Restlin for a moment, before approaching the dead Efreet. She kneels over it and channels her magic, guiding it through the shadowy rivers of Woldsblood that only she was really aware of.
A small swarm of pinching creatures form on her hand, and quickly stretch from her to the Efreet, then back again. She smiles, and pockets a new component.
"And I was willing to just trade him for this.."
(DM Steve K, please give me an appropriately titled Tinker with Magic component?)
She has an idea of what Restlin in thinking, but shakes her head.
"I don't think its worth questioning this corpse. We asked him about the Teucri, and he had no idea what we were talking about. We run the risk of him trying to mislead us if we call him back."
Cast: Eye of Newt and Tongue of Frog Bend Leyline: 31, Net + 8 Ley Check: 77 + 8 = 85. No slot required.
ooc: DMSteveK Sesha collects "Efreet Ichor"
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Friday February 13th, 2015 10:18:15 PM I'm not from around here and am not familiar with Abdul Abdul Mahmaluk, can you tell us anything about them?
ooc: DMSteveK. Beri remembers the Fire Giant introduced himself as Abdul Abdul Mahmaluk.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Friday February 13th, 2015 10:55:55 PM
Tink fumes. She knew not to let the fire giant/efreet leave the urn room without further questioning. She knew something didn't seem right. And now, because the group were afraid to ask questions for fear of insulting someone, people are dead.
The blood of these men stains all their hands.
Let's hope the efreet was all they let out.
"The telepathy spell doesn't last very long I'm afraid Restlin. Unless there is a real need to cast it now, perhaps it would be wise to save it until we know we need it"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Saturday February 14th, 2015 6:17:30 AM
Restlin looks...sad. Just downright unhappy. It's not common for the boy.
"I imagine we're all thinking the same thing about this effreet's origin." He holds Sesha a bit tighter before snapping himself out of it. No stupid grin, but he takes on a stoic face and pushes past whatever mood took him.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Sunday February 15th, 2015 9:30:31 PM
"Unfortunately I felt we'd see that guy again..." Kyan comments before Moving with the others.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Monday February 16th, 2015 1:44:11 PM
Garret says, "Wait. You know I don't understand all this magic stuff. Are you saying that thing we just killed was actually the thing we let out of the urn? Or that the invisible flying giant guy just summoned that thing to do his bidding?"
"We're going to have to track this thing all over the desert, aren't we?"
Pasha Sigleif Gaulikson's camp ... DM SteveK Monday February 16th, 2015 7:09:02 PM
As the Iron Adventurers worry about what could be the implications, the sharp-eyed of the team can see the arrival of Tarim and the Flying Camel Cavalry.
It doesn't take a sleuth to determine what has happened, and Tarim himself is impressed. "I have heard of the strength of your gods,Trellus, but to have slain an evil fire djinn? Truely, you and these strangers from your land are powerful allies!"
After speaking with the survivors of the caravan, Tarin feels certain that it is more important to bring the Iron Adventurers get to the Pasha quickly than to continue his patrol. "I own I was wrong and to get you to the Pasha I will fly you on our camels. Will you agree?"
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Monday February 16th, 2015 7:16:58 PM
Tink grins. Not for herself, but for Restlin. She knows how taken he was with the flying camels.
"Thankyou, Tarin. I'm not sure though. They're your camels after all. Perhaps we should just walk..." Her grin gives away her good-natured teasing as she looks to Restlin.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Monday February 16th, 2015 8:01:28 PM
Restlin perks up at the opportunity to ride a flying camel.
"Yes. Yes, we absolutely agree!" He wanders over to the camels, trying to figure out which one looks the coolest.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Monday February 16th, 2015 8:09:17 PM
Bosk looks at the camels, unsure if they can carry him let alone his gear. Err...how much can these camels lift. I might be a little more than they are used to carrying.
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Monday February 16th, 2015 8:24:38 PM
Trellus grins at Restlin's response, and then raises an eyebrow at Bosk's.
"Well dude", he responds to the taur, "its gonna be fun to watch!"
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][See Invisibility, Cat's Grace, Detect Thoughts] Monday February 16th, 2015 8:25:44 PM
Sesha too, is dubious.
For a brief moment, she considers the pros and cons of an airborne camel "frost ray fight", but figures these rentals don't come with insurance.
Assuming there's two humps, she lets her flying broom spell fade and hops on the back of whichever camel Restlin picks.
"Don't let me fall."
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 d20+22=34 ; Monday February 16th, 2015 9:17:13 PM Flying camels? That's an offer that doesn't come along every day... at least not where we're from. Thank you very much for your generosity kind sir.
Beri glances over the flying camels to make sure nothing is amiss... and because, quite frankly, flying camels are pretty darn cool.
perception = 34
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Monday February 16th, 2015 9:25:15 PM
Kyan shrugs, "Ain't the ugliest thing I ever rode." and he'll find a suitable camel to hop on.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Tuesday February 17th, 2015 8:03:43 AM
Restlin hops down, allowing Sesha to hop in the front. "How'm I supposed to stop you from falling if you're behind me?" With that, he hops up behind her.
"Maybe you could shrink Bosk down? It would be a shame if he missed out on flying camels. This is almost as cool as that time I rode a dragon..."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Tuesday February 17th, 2015 8:27:47 AM
As the camels arrive, Garret stops and stares again. When they are told they can ride on the camels, Garret looks around for an empty camel that he can attempt to climb.
Pasha Sigleif Gaulikson's camp ... DM SteveK Tuesday February 17th, 2015 10:48:09 AM
With a Reduce Person spell for Bosk from Sesha and ensuring an occasional renewal during flight, the Iron Adventurers have a new adventure! There are some like Restlin who are wildly enthusiastic, some like Kyan and Garrett are strictly workmanlike, and some like Bosk are a little dubious. Trellus, Beri, Restlin, and Sesha all seem to watch Bosk and a camel with an air of humor.
The adventurers all find that Tarin knows what he is talking about. The long distance patrol has a remuda of spare fling camels, several of them with saddle and tack for quick remounts. The Iron Adventurers and Trellus are able to safely scramble up a camel each, and some of Tarin's patrol ensure the straps are set properly for this exotic riding. The camels smell funny, slightly rancid, and one or two glare balefully at the inexperience of their new riders. With a couple voiced "bee-UNK"s and a spit or two, the entire force is soon airborne!
Flying quickly but low over the desert sands and rocks, the hot wind whips the faces of the patrol, the caravan survivors, and our heroes. Strong wings pump camel and rider to nearly 100 feet high before swooping into a shallow glide with long feathered wings extended. With the heat rising off the steadily heating desert, these glides can go on for miles before the cycle is renewed with labored wing beats. Rolling low ridges, sometimes of bare rock and sometimes sand flash below, and always the unceasing heat, and wind, and grit getting into everything no matter how protected. Yet for some, the thrill of the flying camels could far outweigh these minor inconveniences.
Fly and rest, fly and rest. The cycle continues until the sun is but an orange stain on the horizon. Rounding a ridge marked by a pillar of rock, the entire group of flying camels comes into a final glide towards an oasis of green trees and pool of water. On the edge of the greenness, dozens of large but low ceinged tents stretch, herds of camel, sheep, and goats are penned or hobbled nearby with lookouts and shepherds keeping watch. All of the people seem similarly dressed to Tarin and the Yngvardins that the heroes have met.
Camp DC 15 perception: Highlight to display spoiler: {it looks like a well run camp } Camp DC 20 Heal: Highlight to display spoiler: {it smells like a well run camp too } Oasis DC 20 Know Nature: Highlight to display spoiler: {Around the oasis, the vegetation is a shadow of what it used to be. Some fruit trees, small vegetable plots here and there. But the desert is winning. }
Tarin directs his patrol to take care of the flying camels and another group to care for the survivors (whom Tarin closely questioned on the flight). He then turns to the heroes. "I must report to the Pasha at once. If you would prefer, you may clean yourselves and rest in our guesting tent before a formal presentation in one hour, or you may accompany me to the Pasha."
DC 20 Sense Motive: Highlight to display spoiler: { Tarin hopes you come with him }
.......... all heroes get 2,200 xp for role playing and the defeat of Abdul Abdul Mamuluk.
Katinka gets a Hero Point for at least attempting to sacrifice herself as a distraction.
Bosk, Trellus, and Kyan each get a Hero Point for some of the best teamwork I have seen!
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 d20+7=13 ; Tuesday February 17th, 2015 1:11:47 PM
"That'll do, Lucious, that'll do." he intones soothingly to his mount as they arrive. "I named him after a barrister friend of mine back in Hook City. He doesn't have much patience for my shenanigans either."
When Tarin presents his choice, Restlin gets a hunch he'd rather have the Iron Adventurers present. "It's been a long day, and once I'm cleaned up I'm likely to lie down and not get up again. We should probably accompany you now. What-do-you-say, folks?" he asks as he turns around to face his companions, gesturing with his eyes that they should say yes.
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) d20+14=27 ; d20+15=18 ; Tuesday February 17th, 2015 6:31:02 PM Perception 27. Heal 18...ironic
Trellus catches Restlin's meaningful look. The flash in the cleric's eyes indicates he'd prefer a bath, but he quickly recovers.
"Lead on then, dude," he responds gaily, giving Talin a sweeping gesture toward the Pasha's tent.
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 d20+22=38 ; d20+17=23 ; d20+17=22 ; Tuesday February 17th, 2015 8:23:35 PM
Beri looks around at the well kept oasis. It is clean and fresh, but despite that it appears that the constant ravishes of the dessert have been winning out lately. The druid can see the signs of life among the dessert, and can see where that life has been taken.
This oasis is stuggling, I wonder if there is anything we can do to help... he tears at this druid's heart to see nature losing in it's battle against the elements.
Sesha is oblivious to the mans desires, thinking about how she should tidy up if she is going to be meeting individuals of important stature. She knows Restlin well enough to get his signals, and huffs.
"Now is best?"
She takes a moment however, to unwrap the veil from her face. She had been wearing it for some time, and she did not want to disturb the Pasha if he for some reason demanded she drop it. For a brief moment, the horrible gap where her nose should have been is exposed, giving way to puckered scars and a gaping hole.
She casts a healing spell, and traces her hand over her face, healing the skin and reforming her delicate drow nose, and regenerating both the form and function of her left eye. There is still a jagged piece of crystal puncturing her ear, but she doesn't wish to let that enchantment go.
She tucks both the patch and veil away.
"My experience has shown that not all peoples are fond of Witches. Whether I have a pact with Serenbeth or something more sinister, I'd rather not stir the pot."
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Tuesday February 17th, 2015 10:32:02 PM
"camel riding isn't so bad." Kyan muses, "it wasn't like it was always trying to bite me while we flew at least."
Hel will follow along when led em through the camp.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells d20+19=26 ; d20+2=8 ; d20=9 ; d20+5=12 ; Wednesday February 18th, 2015 12:04:52 AM
Bosk grins from ear to ear as he rides the flying camel. It is rare indeed that the large taur can find an animal able to carry his weight, and he is making the most of his experience. Although unskilled at controlling the animals, he finds them well trained and inclined to follow the group. Although his fur ends up being quite wind swept and sticking out at odd angles, he quite enjoys the experience.
When the group lands he does his best to smooth his hair out. Restlin, did you prepare any of those cleaning cantrips today? I must look a mess, although not as bad as that electric storm in the Sarrass.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+5=16 ; d20+11=12 ; Wednesday February 18th, 2015 2:04:39 AM Perception check vs DC15 - Autopass Heal check vs DC20 - 16=Fail Know Nature check vs DC20 - 12=Fail Sense Motive check vs DC20 - Autopass
"Now would be best" Tink nods in agreement "Are there many oases like this one in this desert, Tarin? Things seem so nice here that I imagine the land would be precious"
She doesn't see what Beri is talking about. To her this place is like a tropical jewel.
Tink can't help but smile at Bosk's request. "Here. Allow me" as she casts a Prestidigitation spell to help remove some of the sand from the party and also to tidy herself up a bit. The thought crosses her mind to cast it a second time to help remove some of the, er, "minotaur smell" but thinks better of it.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Wednesday February 18th, 2015 11:45:26 AM "Amateur..." Restlin thinks to himself before cleaning up Bosk, and his smell, properly.
"I'll always have that spell ready, and if not..." he fishes a wand out of his quiver, "I have this. It has a few charges of a cleaning cantrip on it. A reward for a proper welcome to a new adventurer from long ago."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Wednesday February 18th, 2015 12:14:06 PM
Garret rides along on the camel with glee, smiling openly as the hot wind blows against his face. The heat does not seem to bother him at all, but after a time in the sun, his own odor starts to compete with that of the camels...
When they arrive at the oasis, Garret stretches his arms above his head and looks around. He idly wonders, "I am thinking by now that we're not ever going to see Hook City again, are we?"
When the others suggest they go and see the Pasha, Garret says, "Oh, that's fine. I've never seen a Pasha before. Is it Pasha? Is it THE Pasha? Mr. Pasha?"
Pasha Sigleif Gaulikson's camp ... DM SteveK Wednesday February 18th, 2015 4:17:14 PM
The flying camel ride is an experience for many, probably more so to Bosk than most. After all, the Minotaur doesn't anywhere much!
The heroes clean up with some handy Prestidigitations while Tarin tries to answer a few questions. "There are other oases and we are very careful about them all, for they are often the difference between life and death. That is one reason we move around a lot; not even a small family could live here all year around and not eat the oasis clean."
"Our leader's title is Pasha. His name is Sigleif Gaulikson and won the leadership by right of passage over his siblings. " ............,.........
Tarin leads the magically cleaned heroes through the nomadic camp to the Pasha's tent. It is huge, a sprawling canopy of khaki cloth covering at least 100 feet diameter and displaying a multitude of geometric designs ranging in color from pale yellow to rust to black. The sides of the tent are low, only about three feet high, with a gentle slope up to ten feet. DC Know Local Highlight to display spoiler: { the design is to shed the wind }. The main opening is tall if narrow, and large enough for a medium humanoid to squeeze through, forcing Bosk to really squeeze in order to get in.
Once inside, the Iron Adventures notice the tent is divided by hanging rugs into rooms. This first room is almost a 1/3 of the entire tent, a foyer that takes care of nearly every general need. There are robed women around a small cook fire in one area, people resting in another, and guards standing on the inside of the doorway to the Pasha. A breeze comes through the tent, and the interior is much cooler than the outside. Arcane Sight/Detect Magic with DC Spellcraft 11 Highlight to display spoiler: { the faint abjuration of is all through the interior }. Plenty of everburning torches keep the interior lit.
Tarin escorts the Iron Adventurers and Trellus immediately through the guarded opening in the interior wall, and the IA see what the cleric of Domi has seen before. Silk hangings of paradisiacal scenes in bright colors hang in the Pasha's audience room. Many Yngvardians are on cushions about the semi-circular area, with the largest cushions on the far side, occupied by a richly-dressed middle-aged man, obviously a warrior in his own right. It doesn't take Tarin or Trellus' whispers to tell the others who is Pasha Sigleif Gaulikson.
Near the Pasha are three more people in slightly less rich finery. The first is an attractive middle-aged woman who is softly playing a lute. The second is a kind-looking old man whose clothing shows several divine symbols. DC 20 Know Religion Highlight to display spoiler: { They are symbols of the Power Sargrass }. The third is a middle-aged man who constantly has several large scrolls nearby. There are several women and also empty cushions near the Pasha.
Tarin moves to the center space and bows deeply. At a beckoning gesture from the Pasha, Tarin takes a seat at an empty cushion at the Pasha's feet and speaks quickly and softly. At the Pasha's nod, Tarin then beckons the Iron Adventurers forward to where he had bowed. All this is no surprise to Trellus, but then there seems to be a breech in normal protocol. As Tarin begins to introduce the Iron Adventurers, the Pasha holds up his hand. In a soft but strong baritone, the Pasha speaks: "No. Let the strangers introduce themselves."
The tent is silent in expectation. All eyes watch the eight heroes.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Wednesday February 18th, 2015 4:39:27 PM
kyan looks around the tent while his tongue works around his mouth trying to work some of the sand free from his teeth. he looks towards the Pasha, really wanting to spit out the sandy gob in his mouth but with s glance towards Restlin thinks better of starting off the introductions that way. Instead he swallows it and offers a simple. "I'm Kyan"
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) d20+11=25 ; Wednesday February 18th, 2015 9:13:41 PM
Trellus nods at the Shaman, and again takes in the markings on his robes. How Sargrass has been a longtime power in these lands is a mystery the Rattledam native has been fruitlessly mulling for a while now.
Speaking of mysteries, the Pasha's decision to change protocol is mildly surprising.
The blond man says nothing. The Pasha said 'strangers', and he's the only dude in the tent that everybody else already knows.
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 d20+1=9 ; d20+8=9 ; d20+1=14 ; Wednesday February 18th, 2015 10:03:06 PM
Not familiar with protocol, Beri doesn't really notice what's different, but he can tell that the onlookers feel that something is going different than normal.
Beri takes a short bows before his host. I am the druid Beriothian Galanodel, a protector of the weak and guardian of those without voice. We thank you for seeing us.
failed all knowledge checks
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace] d20+20=38 ; Thursday February 19th, 2015 2:04:36 AM
Sesha studies her surroundings a moment, recognizing something is amiss but unsure what. Without much to go on, she figures there's not much point in holding back too much.
She makes the assumption that in this place, height in a social pecking order has some significance. The King was sitting higher than the other, and his man had bowed.
She slides forward, kneeling low enough for her to barely avoid tapping her head on the floor. She speaks , keeping her eyes downcast.
"I am called Sesha. I travel with this group of free will, unchained from two peoples who bound me different ways. I carry the forgotten love of Serenbeth, and we do not wish to burden your court more than necessary. Thank you for your hospitality."
Diplomacy: 38
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+11=20 ; d20+14=20 ; d20+15=17 ; Thursday February 19th, 2015 3:05:54 AM Knowl Local check - Autopass Spellcraft check vs DC11 - Autopass Knowl Religion check vs DC20 - Take10=Pass
Tink's overland flight spell is still in effect. She hovers a few inches off the sandy floor. She is greatly impressed by Sesha's diplomatic words, and wonders if there is anything she could possibly add herself? For a person with a history of being an outcast, Sesha sure has a way of making herself fit in.
Tink takes a moment to consider how best to present herself before the Pasha. Should she kneel or stand tall? Should she hold her head high and proud, or should she drop her eyes? Are there traditional words that should be spoken? (Knowl Local: 20, Knowl Nobility: 20, Diplomacy to give Sesha a +2 aid another bonus: 17)
When she believes she knows the correct way to act, she does just that. "Katinka Hushfoot. Justicar of Pantheon" she adds.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Thursday February 19th, 2015 8:16:07 AM
Restlin looks around this magnificent tent. He nudges Sesha as they walk towards the back. "It's easy to live fabulously in the Wold's richest city, but to live fabulously in the middle of a desert? That takes class. These are my kind of people."
He listens to everyone make their introduction before adding his own. "Restlin the Magepriest, lackluster acolyte of Wardd. I love what you've done here. I was just telling Sesha it takes real moxy to live this fabulously in the desert. You folks are alright..."
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Thursday February 19th, 2015 4:09:43 PM
kyan shifts his foot to cover a red X on the carpet.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Thursday February 19th, 2015 5:45:40 PM
After the others speak, Garret scampers around them so he can be seen. He takes a quick bow, just bending at the waist, and says, "Greetings fine sir Pasha. I am Garret. Garret Goodbarrel. I'm from the Windbourne Hills. I would suppose that you don't really know where those are, and in fact, I'm quite sure that I couldn't tell you how to get there from here, since I've been through at least two magical portals that I know of that have led me here...not that I'm complaining mind you, this is a nice place, I do like the heat, and I've never seen this much sand before. And this place you have here, why it is very, very nice. Those pillows over there look quite soft, too. Do you serve second breakfasts around here? And I guess you know Trellus there, he went down underground with us, and then helped us defeat that fire guy that was hurting your people, I hope they are alright..."
The Banquet! DM SteveK Thursday February 19th, 2015 6:59:04 PM
The watching audience seems quite taken with Sesha's words, Katinka's support and magical demonstration, and quite a few are startled into smiles by Garrett. Through it all, it appears that the Pasha sees through all the folderol, and is quite pleased by what he sees. And has heard from Tarin.
"You are all invited to a feast in celebration of the victory over the efreet, Abdul Abdul Malamuk. Our Yngvadians history says the monster was the second in command to the barbarian king our foe!"
As if by magic, food and drink appear, music and dancing begin, and the heroes are invited to the empty cushions by the Pasha.
As platters of thin sliced goat meat crackling in a coriander sauce is passed with flay breads and pungent cheeses, the Pasha introduces his guests to his advisors. There is the woman Ajasta the Bard, Roald the high priest in his symbols is Sargrass, and H'aarvard the Sage surrounded by his scrolls. It is also an opportunity to speak with the Pasha and his advisors about anything the heroes may want to learn...
While the feast is going on, an argument between two women starts a belly-dancing contest, where one and then another of the women show their talents on the left of the Pasha. At the same time on the right hand side, men begin to take to their fee and show their own dancing, mostly consisting of graceful jumps and leaps and twirling in a circle.
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Thursday February 19th, 2015 9:16:51 PM
Beri watches the others as the platters go around and tries to take about the same amount as the locals, but makes sure he tries a little of everything. The goat in particular smells wonderful. When the oportunity to chat comes up Beri takes the lead.
Earlier it was mentioned that the Efreet was the second in command... who is this barbarian king he worked for? How did this king come to power?
Sesha watches the dancers, doing her best to restrain herself from becoming too caught up in the atmosphere. As drinks and food are passed, she unhooks pot-pot from his place on her belt loop and pours in a bit of wine and water, then licks her finger and casts a prestidigitation spell, turning her drink both pink and fizzy, and very sweet and to her liking.
Giggling as the bubbles tickle her nose, she sips her drink and settles in next to Restlin.
One tiny-sized cauldron later, Sesha is elbowing her Mage-priest in the arm.
"This is the first time I've been free of my disfigurements in a long time. Here we go!"
She takes off her upper leatherskin dress, then begins undoing the clips on the mithral chain shirt she wears underneath. Just before things get indecent, she calls on her drow-given magic to call a globe of darkness over her.
When she steps out, wearing only her leather skirts and top, she throws her chain shirt at Restlin to hold.
She swaggers gracefully to the belly dancing women and claps happily for both of them. She watches them for a moment and then tries her best to copy the easier moves.
Perform, Dance: 20
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Thursday February 19th, 2015 11:08:01 PM
Just when you think you've come to learn everything about Sesha, she goes and puts on a dance display. Tink smiles and shakes her head.
But there is something gnawing on Tink's conscience. Something she cannot let go of. Something that is going to lessen the mood in the tent.
She approaches the Pasha and Tarin and bows respectfully "Good sirs. I feel I must tell you that it was we who released Abdul Abdul Malamuk from his prison. The men who died afterwards were because of our hasty actions. I present myself for judgement and punishment" She keeps her head bowed.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Friday February 20th, 2015 8:34:19 AM
Restlin is lost for words. This was a side of Sesha he'd never seen. He looks over at Pot Pot, wondering aloud, "just what did she put in you?" He has zero complaints. Sesha was so serious so often. He greatly enjoyed when she let loose. He claps the loudest when she's finished, making sure her seat next to him is still available.
Of course, one can always count on Tink to spoil everyone's fun. Restlin keeps his mouth shut for the moment, waiting to see what the reaction is.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Friday February 20th, 2015 1:53:13 PM
Bosk bows deep. My name is Bosk Deox, sone of Cenoios and Adatia, It is a pleasure to meet you. When Katinka explains the Iron Adventurer's role in the creature's release he sets the 5' tall lead amphorae before the man. The creature was trapped in this urn. I brought it with us, just in case we needed to use it to somehow trap it again.
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) d20+14=34 ; Friday February 20th, 2015 7:38:36 PM
Trellus has seen the dancing before. He has also tried the dancing before, and was afterwards advised (very politely) that it would best for all if did he not attempt to do so again.
So, it is with some trepidation that he watches Sesha step into the fray. The blond man quickly relaxes, as she's actually pretty good.
And, then tenses right up again when Katinka picks this time and place to confess the group's sins.
"We didn't just up and let release the Efreet Lord," he interjects smoothly. "We came upon that vase, and not knowing what it was, broke the seal...which in hindsight was a sunbaked pick. The efreet tricked us into thinking we were dealing with a fire giant prince, and made no move to attack us. At that point we were faced with a choice of letting him proceed or killing him unprovoked, and with no other knowledge, we let him proceed."
The blond man sighs. "A poor choice, but not ill meant."
Diplomacy 34 - nat 20 - crossing fingers
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] d20+26=39 ; Friday February 20th, 2015 7:43:59 PM
Garret grabs some food as soon as it appears. Then, when the dancing starts, he quickly joins in with the men, showing some acrobatics moves they haven't seen before (acrobatics: 39). He alternates dancing with food until he sees Tink head over to confess. He stops dancing and stands there, shirtless, panting as he awaits the Pasha's response.
Questions Part One DM SteveK Friday February 20th, 2015 9:59:08 PM
OOC: Please do not just post "checking in" posts. These Ooc posts do nothing for the story but play havoc with our Sheriff. Now, sometimes there is only one opportunity for a Player to post that day, so what do you do if the DM hasn't posted yet?
Do a In Character post! Free actions, thoughts, even slowing down time... Anything posted in character is better than a nothing post. Thanks!
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Ajasta the bard takes her lute out on response to Beriothian's question. "The proper response is through the Song of the Paladin. ". Trellus' ears might perk up, for the visitor from the Sargrass has not heard THIS story before!
"In the yellow Unknown past, there was a large open plain bordered by mountains and a large river. This great plains was inhabited by migrating tribes, the Yngvardians, many centuries ago, but then a warring band of barbarians, the Gaeli, led by their king Grendel the Cruel, invaded from the mountains and subjugated the tribes. After his victory, Grendel built a capital for his new kingdom, a city inside a huge pyramid where Grendel the Cruel ruled with an iron fist. Enslaved and used for Human sacrifice, the plains tribes suffered greatly.
In their time of need the Yngvardians called out for salvation, and the Power Sargrass took a son of a chieftain to the mountains where he was taught and grew into a dedicated Force for good. Guided by Sargrass, Gaulik the Paladin emerged from the mountains, clad in gleaming Steelgrass armor and weapons, and rallied his people to victory, defeating Grendel the Cruel and his army in front of the pyramid. Gaulik was elected ruler over a united Yngvaridan people, the first Pasha.
The Gaeli, however, entombed their king along with his royal regalia and trusted servants that fell with him that fatal day. They sealed the city, hiding the entrances, and setting many traps and mazes to forever keep what was inside away from human hands. What the Yngvardians did not know was the depth of evil of Grendel the Cruel. On the day of his death, the plains began to die, and turned into a vast sandy desert. Rumor has it that to break the curse one must enter the pyramid, find the tomb of Grendel the Cruel and destroy his remains along with his royal items."
Dancing and Comfessions DM SteveK d20+5=13 ; d20+7=21 ; d20+9=18 ; d20+11=14 ; d20+13=29 ; Friday February 20th, 2015 10:35:18 PM
Sesha moves with the other ladies with just about the same amount of clothing. The witch picks up some moves quickly, and holds her own, doing better than several of the ladies and earning appreciative applause from all sides of the gigantic tent. One of the arguing ladies is mildly better, but it is a young bronze beauty who wins the overall contest. "My youngest daughter", the Pasha beams with obvious pride.
Garrett doesn't try to emulate the men's dance, but does his own thing. This makes the little warrior much more popular than even trying to fit in. Even though he doesn't have a chance at winning the dancing contest, the men appreciate the tumbling display by the halfling, and raise a cheer to his final superb twist and twirling leap!
..................
The Pasha listens carefully to Katinka, as well as the addendums of the suddenly silver tounged Trellus and stoic Bosk. With advisors and family in various states of shock and anger, the Pasha sits as if made of stone. Listening and pausing for a time, he finally looks up. "A warrior acts, and if he finds he is wrong, he acts again to correct it. You have slain an enemy and corrects the mistake of unknowingly setting him free. I find no blood price for you guests of my tent."
"But tell us why you are here in our lands. For my advisors have much knowledge of generations past. In this land, the future is ever linked to the past."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Saturday February 21st, 2015 4:31:25 AM
Tink lifts her gaze "Thankyou, Pasha, for absolving me of this incident. It is true we did not know what we were doing when we opening the vessel, however I felt some personal responsibility for the consequences"
She then continues "Truth be told, we are searching for a race of people long lost from our land. We call them the 'teucri'. A misguided man from our land - Socratarius - may have found them, and following his trail led us here"
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Sunday February 22nd, 2015 11:24:31 PM
Kyan watches the dancers with a small smile and enjoys the hospitality of his host.. and looks at his companions like they're nuts when they go asking for punishment. He shakes his head and just watches the scene unfold.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Monday February 23rd, 2015 8:24:36 AM
Restlin lets out that breath he was holding in.
"We know almost nothing about them, including what they looked like. We know their understanding of magic thousands of years ago still dwarfs what we understand today. Our legends say they helped us build our city...we call it Hook City, by the way...thousands of years ago, then left."
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Monday February 23rd, 2015 1:32:28 PM
Bosk nods. There was also a rather important artifact of theirs which was recently tampered with. It would also be nice if we could get them to help restore it.
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace] Monday February 23rd, 2015 2:02:48 PM
Her mood sobered by Tinker's admission, Sesha considers the fun well over, and sits down near Restlin. She takes a deep breath, ready to defend their position, but is pleased to find out that she doesn't have to.
She doesn't bother to re-don her armor. She isn't threatened by the Pasha and doesn't wish to imply that she is.
The Pasha certainly embodied the spirit of the warriors of her blood-kin, a barbarian tribe who revered Ga'al in ignorance. Warriors fought and died. Warriors acted and corrected themselves if they acted unfavorably. A good chief knew this, as the Pasha did.
"Your words are pleasing Pasha. The advisers and nobles in your tent would do well to observe your mannerisms, and yours sons and daughters if any. It is a difference between a good chief and great chief when they understand when to accept that which is and when to rage for that which they did or did not want. Thank you for hospitality again."
Revealing a Medallion... DM SteveK Monday February 23rd, 2015 6:48:05 PM
The Pasha inclines his head with a smile, the approval of Sesha amuses the warrior-leader!
The advisors listen carefully to Bosk, Restlim, and Katinka, but it is obvious the foreign words mean nothing to them. Pasha Sigleif Gaulikson pulls out a medallion and shows the heroes, it is easy to see the Teucri runes that cover the medallion!
"This medallion is the symbol of the unified tribal clans after the war of liberation from the Gaeli. None know this word, "Teucri". Only that soon after the Gaeli sealed their Puramid City, these symbols appeared on some walls that led into the city."
Ajasta the Bard explains that it is the belief of the Yngvaridans that the symbols are linked to the imprisonment of Grendel the Cruel's spirit inside his city and tomb. "Legend says that if one destroys Grendel the Cruel's royal accoutrements and remains in the Pyramid City, the curse he placed on the land will be lifted. Countless warriors in the past tried, but none that got in ever came out.
H'aarvard says the Gaelis are trying to get in too, but not to remove the curse, but to retrieve Grendel the Cruel's royal accoutrements and re-establish their empire! This makes the others in the tent laugh and exclaim that the Gaeli will perish like all the others, but the Pasha only smiles. DC20 Sense Motive Highlight to display spoiler: {Highlight to display spoiler: {} Pasha Sigleif is skeptical of H'aarvard's concerns but does not brush it off.}
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Monday February 23rd, 2015 9:07:07 PM
Garret watches with interest and listens closely to the talk of the city and tomb. He wonders, "Can this be the ancient people that set up Hook City? This story is getting stranger and stranger."
He then says out loud, to no one in particular, "So... where's Socratarius now?"
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Monday February 23rd, 2015 9:22:05 PM
"likely dried up in the desert" Kyan surmises
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) d20+14=27 ; Monday February 23rd, 2015 10:01:13 PM
Trellus' head swivels back and forth as he tries to follow the multiple conversations. The centuries old Sargrass Power he's heard before, and it still bugs him. "Must be some kind of cycle," he mutters to himself.
Pyramids and ancient curses and teucri and Gaeli trying to re-establish an empire and light, there's a lot of picks going on in here.
The cleric glances over at Katinka, and wonders what this group's response will be.
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Monday February 23rd, 2015 11:04:39 PM
Beri thinks back to some of Tecuri artificats he has come in contact with during his adventures. Garret brings up a good point. There may not be any tales of the Tecuri, but that could just be our name for them. Are there any tales of a city with a floating bridge? Suspended by floating hooks in they sky? Or of a sentient machine that creates small objects called chits, that were used for spells and for currency? Or even just a group of people who were fond of using man catchers as a weapon?
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+19=31 ; d20+27=38 ; d20+21=25 ; d20+7=21 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 12:11:29 AM Sense Motive: 31
Tink can sense the displeasure she has caused by bringing up the topic of the release of the efreet. In her mind though, it had to be done. Starting off a new friendship means establishing trust. What if it was later discovered that the group let the efreet out? And perhaps more importantly, if there were any legal implications of having done so then she needs to be held accountable. Otherwise, how could she judge others?
She leans in closer to look at the medallion the Pasha shows, but dare not touch it. He's excused their acts once already and she doesn't want to lose a hand for touching some potentially sacred object.
Garret's question is the one that lingers in Tink's mind. Where is Socraterius now? "We could try some sort of divination to try and locate him?" she suggests "My justicar abilities allow me to try and track him, however, using these abilities would allow him to detect me"
She then adds to Beri's points "And don't forget, the Teucri were an all male race. Of course, that could also explain why we can't find them. They simply got lost and wouldn't stop and ask directions" she smiles at her joke.
Can I assume Bosk showed the rest of the party the memory stone he found in the well? If so... "Have any Yngvardians ever seen one of those stones before? Or perhaps, a place where one would fit?"
Perception: 38 Linguistics: 25 - to try and interpret any of the symbols on the medallion Raw Int check: 21 - to try and decipher any of the symbols based on the ones she suspects she learnt looking at the labels on the teucri tools she saw back in Hook
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday February 24th, 2015 12:24:30 PM
Bosk runs a large hand across his steelgrass armor, picturing how the land could look. So, you think if this curse is lifted life might be restored to this land? Can you please tell us more about Grendel the Cruel? What strength and ability is he said to have, and how well armed and in what numbers have previous seekers gone after him with. I fear that the Gaelis, and I would much like to see this land restored.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 d20+18=27 ; Tuesday February 24th, 2015 4:52:56 PM
"So," Restlin says aloud, mostly to himself. "We have Socraterius who says the Teucri cursed Hook City, and these fine folks who say there's a being named Grendel the Cruel, whom killing will release a curse on these lands. Related? Maybe they are. Maybe killing this guy would release the curse Socraterius says the Teucri put on our city. Of course, we rather like the effects of that curse. It would be really, really bad if those hooks just failed. Lots of life lost there.
"Maybe Hook City is someplace Grendel the Cruel is supposed to return to. Maybe Socraterius was trying to warn us that the artifacts needed to be destroyed before he returned and used them for their original purpose.
"Hooks floating in the air don't HAVE to be used as a bridge anchor. Maybe they're weapons of some kind. That chit machine sure was able to tear through several able-bodied men and women before Tink got clever with it." He looks at that memory stone. "Not sure how those could be weaponized, but there's lots we don't understand."
Restlin stands and stretches his legs. "At least, that's my wild-eyed theory. There are a lot of parallels between the Teucri and Gaeli. We should check out this temple. Sounds right up our alley, really...what, being adventurers and all."
***
Linguistics: 27 - Obviously I can't decipher Teucri runes, but do I at least recognize anything?
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Tuesday February 24th, 2015 8:07:30 PM
Garret looks around and grabs another sandwich, looking around to see if there are any children around, perhaps observing the festivities.
"Tell me again, Mage-Priest, how Tink talked down the chit machine with her Blood Witch magic. I forgot most the details since it happened."
Bristling a little, Sesha retrieves her mithril armor from Restlin and slips it on over her skirts.
"I have a number of Divinations available Katinka, but I fear it might be a waste of effort. I spoke to the Mages of Hook City, and they told me divinations had failed."
Spellcraft 24
"Though that might have been because he wasn't on the same plane, or for some other reason. I can always try to either Divine his location with Serenbeth, or perhaps attempt to just scry on him outright."
Spellcraft to consider the possibilities of why divination wouldn't affect Socraterius : 24
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Tuesday February 24th, 2015 9:05:15 PM
ooc: checking in
End of the Party.. DM SteveK Tuesday February 24th, 2015 9:11:14 PM
Garrett wonders where is Socratarius and Kyan quips about being a dried up husk somewhere.
Trellus is getting more information than he has heard before. The cleric from Rattledam learned that The monks had been keeping secret a huge pool of Woldsblood under the city, and that a chysis of the infant Power Sargrass floated therein, and was born only a short time before all of the Sargrass Plains were destroyed. This SHOULD mean that Sargrass couldn't possibly have been in this desert land thousands of years ago... But he was. Curiouser and curiouser.
Beri asks about other tales that the Yngvardians know about other fantastic things, but the nomadic people have no tales other than their desert area. So too, they don't know of something like the Memory Stone that Katinka shows.
Neither Katinka or Restlin can decipher the inscriptions. It is possible, the halfling thinks, that it may not even be a language, just decorations.
As for Divination, Roald the High Priest admits he has been casting divinations every night about the Gaelis and the pyramid. He agrees to include asking for the name Socratius.
Bosk wants to know about tactics and the weapons and powers of the dead Grendel from thousand years ago. The nomads in the tent think it is a strange question, for he would fight with scimitar and bow just like everyone else! Ha'arvard understands better that these things can change, but it would take much study through many scrolls to try to find an answer. Perhaps the Minotaur will stay with the sage for a month or two and seek the knowledge together?
H'aarvard does have an ancient scroll that is well known and describes a warrior prince, Faerlung Gaulikson, getting into the Pyramid City. The writer waited for a month in vain for the great prince's return. Ajatsa the bard adds that from time to time a hero will study the scroll and try his luck at destroying the curse, but all who have gotten inside, none have returned. Pasha Sigleif Gaulikson will say, half way in jest, that if the PCs will to try and do succeed, immense wealth will be their reward, including one of the Sigleif's own daughter's hand in marriage, making the lucky one an Yngvardian Prince!
And the feast continues into the night and slowly winds down. The Pasha invites the heroes to stay for a day or two and recover, perhaps visit the bazaar for trading of mementos of this land to remember when they are back in their great city.
...... Ooc: PLEASE do NOT do out-of-character checking in posts. If you have to do a filler post because of time, do an IN-character filler post. Thanks!
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Tuesday February 24th, 2015 9:50:41 PM
Tink is just as confused as Sesha. "I think the desert heat is playing tricks with Restlin's memory. It was Sesha whose diplomatic words stopped a battle before it had even begun"
"As for the divinations, it is possible that Socraterius uses the exact same means that I do: a misdirection spell. Rather than look for him directly, we could try divinations - such as Locate Object - to try and find a nearby memory stone? We know we have one, and the Yngvardians don't seem to have such objects. If we do locate the presence or direction of another, it would likely be Socraterius. By all accounts he would need one to return to Hook City. Although, it is possible he made this a one way trip"
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Tuesday February 24th, 2015 10:00:48 PM
OOC: Operator error, Ken. Still, I'm rolling with it.
"Yea, remember how Tink vaulted herself up on the thing's head and removed its...brainy thing? That was so impressive. Anyone who could single-handedly waltz up to that beast and tame it is pretty dreamy, don't you think? Not like me, who can't even remember someone's name when he's on a roll and rambling.
"Anyway, that was some dance." The wizard's face is still a bit flushed.
***
I'll post in response to the DM tomorrow.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Wednesday February 25th, 2015 8:04:49 AM
ooc: "End of the Party" what a comforting title.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Wednesday February 25th, 2015 1:38:24 PM
Restlin is fine with winding down, but they still have a job to do. There are a bunch of signs pointing to this temple, so Restlin wants to know more about it. If there are other scrolls or texts regarding it, he'll read them. ***
Busy day, short post
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Wednesday February 25th, 2015 2:04:28 PM
Bosk raises an eyebrow at Pasha's jest. Briefly he pictures himself a prince. What honor that would bring to his family's name. While nothing would please me more than to be a mighty Yngvardian prince, I think I speak for all of us when I say any daughter of yours deserves no less than to marry for true love. We would appreciate a closer look at that scroll in case we can find any useful information inside. This might be a challenge, but that is what makes this so interesting.
When the subject turns to scying Bosk remembers his Nemesis spells. Can you please tell me more about Grendel? The gods often work through me to allow people to get their vengeance and grant me boons to help defeat those I declare my nemesis.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Wednesday February 25th, 2015 5:48:59 PM
Garret, standing next to Bosk, tries to elbow him in the ribs, but actually just manages to elbow him in the thigh. He winks and starts looking around to see if he can tell which are the Pasha's daughters.
Night and morning... DM SteveK Wednesday February 25th, 2015 7:43:02 PM
Restlin, Katinka and Sesha have a bantering circle that teases the young wizard's memory. It is a good way to end the night.
Garrett is more interested in learning who are the children of the Pasha, especially the daughters! It turns out there are nine of them and six sons; the Pasha certainly does keep things lively!
Bosk doggedly keeps at his questions, nearly begging for specifics about the dead and buried Grendel the Cruel. There aren't any. It has been thousands of years ago and only tales of tales are still about. There are no extant descriptions of Grendel or his weapons exist. He can't be told what no one knows.
At night, the Iron Adventurers (and Trellus) are given the guesting tent for the night. Morning dawns with streaks of pink and orange over a blue, blue sky. For all the harshness of this desert, it has awesome sunrises! Breakfast is brought in by serving girls; cold sliced goat in garlic sauce, a nutty paste of chick pea and more garlic, a cream with chopped vegetables and more garlic, and a pungent crumbly cheese. Along with the platters are a goodly pile of flat breads and decanter after decanter of cool water with citrus slices.
Ahead of the day, there are the people, the animals, the bazaar, the bard, the sage, and the high priest. What would each hero like to do?
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+19=26 ; d20+15=25 ; d20+27=31 ; Wednesday February 25th, 2015 8:32:26 PM
Tink plans to spend her time with the people - the "real" people - of this culture.
She will happily walk about the bazaar and talk with people. She's curious what currency they use for trade and whether she will be able to buy things herself.
Diplomacy: 25 - To gather info about what the people think of the Pasha and his advisors Sense Motive: 26 - What's the general mood of the camp? Perception: 31 - Is everyone here human or are any other noble races present?
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace] Wednesday February 25th, 2015 9:06:54 PM
Sesha raises an eyelash at the Pasha, shameless as always.
"What about making me a princess, Pasha? I'll take good care of your daughters, I'm a healer after all."
She shifts her glance to Katinka.
"Locating objects magically is limited by a very short range. It's less than a mile. Before we retire, I'll try to scry Socraterius."
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Wednesday February 25th, 2015 9:10:38 PM
Trellus slips away to a group of outlying tents. He's pleased to realize that after a year, the quality of the tents now match those of their hosts. Give weavers enough time, and they'll make do even with goat hair he notes proudly.
Ducking into one, he reunites with his mother, brother, and sister. The greetings are quiet, restrained. Much has been endured, with the promise of more to come.
"Strangers are here," he tells them. "From Hook City."
It doesn't take very long for that news to race through the expatriates of Oddholme...
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Wednesday February 25th, 2015 9:18:19 PM
The druid thanks the beautiful maidens for the delicious breakfast they put before him. He eats it slowly, savoring each morsel of this strange but delicious food. Eventually every last crumb is finished and he joins his companions to go about the day.
As they go about the bazaar Beri keeps an eye out for flying camels or other exotic animals. He has long had a close connection to nature as a whole, but since he chose to focus on his bond with nature instead of bonding with an animal companion it has left him wondering if there is something to raising an animal. Sure, it would never be a companion, but raising and caring for another creature would be fun, and further increase his knowledge of those he shares the Wold with.
ooc: sigh, I just read the part about not doing out of character posting... sorry
Lurking... (Co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday February 25th, 2015 10:33:27 PM
DM JT quick Note: don't blame SteveK for this as it seems that I failed to mention it in the module, but when Bosk looks for the Memory Stone from the well, he can't find it. He searches everywhere, in all his gear and everything, but it just isn't there.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Wednesday February 25th, 2015 10:53:24 PM
...I lost my Memory...Stone!
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Wednesday February 25th, 2015 11:37:45 PM
Kyan enjoys the breakfast spread and waits for the magic folks to do their magic folking.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Thursday February 26th, 2015 9:48:05 AM
Garret thanks the serving girls in the morning and he eats his weight in meat and gravy. He wonders where Trellus has gotten to, so he starts wandering around the oasis seeing if he can find Trellus, but also sort of wandering, seeing what there is to see.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Thursday February 26th, 2015 4:08:16 PM
"This...this is a lot of garlic," Restlin thinks to himself. He'll need to brush his teeth well after this breakfast. With his companions busy talking to citizens and divining, Restlin heads over to meet the sages. So far, the symbols on that medallion have been the only link he could find to the Teucri. The wizard certainly hopes this hasn't all been a giant red herring.
He's not really sure how to act around these people, so figures he'll just be himself and see what happens. He wanders over to wherever it is sages hang out these days, plops himself down, and introduces himself. "Restlin the Magepriest sirs and/or madams. I have about a jillion questions for you about the Teucri, Gaeli, and some fellah named Grendel. Really though, I'd just like to hear the whole story. It's been given out in bits and pieces. Just who were these folks and what happened with them?"
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Thursday February 26th, 2015 8:31:52 PM You.... lost it? When? Where! And don't you say in the desert... don't you dare say it....
Another Day Passes... DM SteveK Thursday February 26th, 2015 9:39:20 PM
Trellus visits the expatriots of Oddholme, and the excitement of strangera from Hook City brings hope. A few of the refugees had once been sailors on druidwood boats and had visited the magical city before the Great Migration. Perhaps...
Bosk and Beri concentrate on the loss of the Memory Stone!
Kyan relaxes.
Katinka learns about the nomadic people, the Yngvardians. They seem in general reserved and hardworking, but capable of great enthusiasm when emotions rise. They are fair minded and fond of bargaining, and the halfling learns the team can find nearly any type of non-magical or special material in the bazaar. In fact, it may be a good time to restock...
Restlin asks about the Gaeli and Grendel the Cruel, but gets even less information from the common people than the Pasha's learned advisors. Basically, Gaeli are a name they call goblins and Grendel the Cruel is a boogie man that mothers scare thier children.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Thursday February 26th, 2015 9:55:39 PM Fine...it was in an area...a flat area...covered with sand...with out much water or plant life...
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+19=20 ; d20+27=42 ; Friday February 27th, 2015 5:34:36 AM
Tink feels very comfortable in this camp. The people are good natured, honest folk. It feels good just to be around them.
She looks about the bazaar to see if anyone trades in books or maps. She's curious if she may be able to pinpoint the groups location based on her knowledge of the Wold.
Diplomacy: 20 - To gather info about current location Perception: 42
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Friday February 27th, 2015 8:10:34 AM
Restlin had gone to see the sages, not the common folk.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Friday February 27th, 2015 11:44:03 AM
Garret is not really sure how their group is going to find their goal. He thinks about their recent travels as he wanders around the Oasis.
If he finds a group of kids playing, he will join in, and entertain them with his acrobatics. He will also look around to see if there is a place to swim, knowing that perhaps the little bits of water they have will need to be saved for drinking.
Heroes in the Day.. DM SteveK Saturday February 28th, 2015 10:45:21 AM
Bosk considers where the Memory Stone could be... But he doesn't remember.
Kyan contemplates himself.
Katinka is mildly surprised that it appears the one thing the bazaar doesn't have is a map of any kind! (Later speaking with Trellus can confirm that maps for sale was unheard of in the Sargrass Plains that was. And Bosk, Restlin, and Beri can all confirm the same is true in Gateway Downs. And the only maps for sale in Hook City is of the city itself or the Northern Continent. Could it be that the entire Southern Continent has some prohibition against maps??!!)
Restlin looks for the Sages, but there are none in the Pasha's camp. The closest to that learned body is the close advisors to the Pasha himself. So the young Mage wonders which one he will visit; Ajasta the bard? Roald the priest? Or Ha'arvard the scribe?
Garrett looks for the children to play games,but these are not city children. Even the ones as young as four have important jobs to do; looking after the sheep and goats or youngsters, drawing water, gathering fallen dates and figs, or helping the adults in any number of tasks. Games are for night after lessons or reserved for holy days. The land is too harsh to waste effort on games during the day.
DM POST PENDING
Actions In the Night! DM SteveK Saturday February 28th, 2015 11:00:20 AM
The heroes can resupply from the bazaar during the day before a simple meal and sleep. The bazaar has just about anything from weapons and armor to spices to kitchenware. There is a tent with spell components as well as a few low level magic items. A large tent near the bazaar is the mobile temple to Sargrass. Despite their worship of Sargrass, there are no Glassteel items available. Healing potions and other low key clerical potions can be obtained at the tent temple.
There are many puzzles the heroes still have on their minds. One thing is clear; the trail of Teucri artifacts is pointing to the Pyramid City of the Gaeli. Another is apparent when the heroes consider it; the peace loving and advanced Teucri who are from somewhere in Jericho Space couldn't possibly be the same people as the warlike and barbarian Gaeli from the mountains of this land.
Of Socratarius, there is no sign.
In the middle of the night, a commotion is about the Pasha's tent!
Perception DC 10 or Diplomacy DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { the Pasha has assembled his advisors and war-chiefs for a hasty council! }
Diplomacy DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { Roald the High Priest has been casting divinations every night about the Gaelis and the pyramid with an answer indicating nothing to be terribly concerned about. Tonight, however, was a cryptic message! }
The commotion increases. A Single Yngvardian on a lathered flying camel lands and dashes into the Pasha's tent with a waxes courier bag!
........
all Heroes get 1000xp each for role playing!
DM JonT will take over on Monday!
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+15=21 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 5:07:49 AM Perception DC10: Autopass Diplomacy DC20: 21=Pass
There is quite a commotion brewing outside the tent. Tink gently wakes the others before stepping outside herself. Her keen ears allow her to overhear a few of the conversations being conducted nearby.
"We should go to the Pasha's tent. He's assembled his council, and from what I can hear, their divinations may also have just revealed something" Tink relays to the group "Tensions will likely be high and we have no idea if the commotion relates to us or not. We should try and keep things calm"
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Monday March 2nd, 2015 7:15:06 AM Thanks for the heads up Tink. I fear my time becoming at one with nature has led to me having a harder and harder time picking up on the social queues that should be second nature to humanoids.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 d20+11=13 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 8:54:48 AM
Restlin stretches before rising to his feet. "These people have been living here for generations. They seem knowledgeable and wise. Let's not start this off by assuming we should try and do anything to assist them.
"Still, I'm curious about what's going on, so let's go see if they'll let us peak in."
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) d20+14=17 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 7:36:46 PM
Trellus feels the nudge in his ribs, but ignores it. The second one too. The third one feels like someone's trying to stick a shovel through his ribcage.
"LIGHT, DANNER! LAST THREAD ALREADY!"
"Something's weavin' at the Pasha's," his brother replies urgently. "Something sunbaked for sure."
"Light," the cleric mutters again, but more quietly this time.
He hastily throws on some clothes, and trots over to the Iron Adventurer's tent, arriving in time to hear Katinka's observations. Nodding affirmation on her council for calmness, Trellus falls in with the group heading for the Pasha's tent.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells d20=3 ; d20+19=22 ; Monday March 2nd, 2015 7:44:13 PM
As Tin speaks Bosk looks up, glad sh noticed the scene first and spoke up. Late night commotion in a tent and night, his mind went directly to the obvious conclusion, that someone just taped a new barrel of ale. She is right. What ever is going on, I think it is in our best interest to know the details.
Diplomacy = 0, Major fail (I forgot about perception, but will take my first roll)
ooc: Did we have time to prepare new spells as well?
Ye Ol' Nightly Commotion... (Co-DM JonathanT) Monday March 2nd, 2015 9:11:41 PM
DM JT: Bosks asks, Did we have time to prepare new spells as well?
You've already spent one night there. After the banquet party, you went to sleep. Next day you wandered around and had a good time. That night, real late, is when the commotion woke you up. So you've had at least 24hrs to get your spells back.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Monday March 2nd, 2015 9:20:25 PM
Garret rolls over when Tink wakes the group. He says, "I was having this dream about iced drinks. They were nice and cool. And I think we were swimming, maybe at a bar in the water? Oh, it was nice... but yes, we should go and see what's up!"
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace] Monday March 2nd, 2015 9:57:03 PM
Sesha grumbles, wiping sleep from her eyes.
Both eyes.
She was enjoying having her body parts back, even if it were only temporary. It doesn't take long to slip on a mithril shirt and her traveling clothes, and she finds herself falling in line next to Restlin.
"If it's trouble, I'll make breakfast, the magical kind.", she says to no one in particular. She was very fond of her magical meals, which added even more life force to her usually impressive tally. It was necessary too, as she didn't have much in the way of defense.
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Monday March 2nd, 2015 10:44:19 PM
ooc: anybody have certain types of spells they would like to have prepared for today?
Ye Ol' Nightly Commotion... (Co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 12:04:35 AM
DM JT OOC: Give SteveK a round of applause for a job well done with a difficult scene. :) He was able to pick out of my mind how I wanted the Yngvardians to be like with not a whole lot to go on.
DM JT IC:
Katinka steps outside herslef, er, also steps outside to catch more of the commotion that's going on. What she hears gives her some concern. "We should go to the Pasha's tent. He's assembled his council, and from what I can hear, their divinations may also have just revealed something" She also cautions that she doesn't know if the commotion is related to them or not.
Beri thanks Tink for the info, noticing that his attunement to Nature is making it more difficult to attune to the humanoid social queues.
Restlin's caution goes in a different direction, that of not assuming they should try and do anything to assist the Yngvardians. He's curious, though, as to what it could be and hopes they Yngvardians will let them in.
Trellus gets rudely awakened by his brother and informed of the commotion at the Pasha's tent. Grumbling, he gets his clothes on and goes over to the visitor's tent. He hears what she hears and affirms calmness is in order and joins any IA members going over to the Pasha's tent.
Bosk first things someone broke open a new barrel of ale, but Tink corrects him. The minotaur agrees that they should go check it out.
Garret awakes from a pleasant dream of iced drinks and a swimming pool. Leaving the dreaming behind, he steps out into the chill of the desert night air and goes with the others to the Pasha's tent.
Sesha wipes sleep from her eyes, enjoyng having both back. She voluteers to make a magical breakfast if called for.
It is pitch dark out in the desert but enough torches are staked here and there for the IA to make their way to the Pasha's tent. unfortunately guards bar the passage and the IA are kindly told to remain outside. Trellus, however, is allowed inside.
Trellus only: Highlight to display spoiler: {Inside, Trellus finds the Pasha in the middle of the tent listening to his generals. As he makes his way through, a friend fills him in on what's going on. Each night Roald, the High Priest, has cast divinations on the progress of the Gaelis at the City-Pyramid-Tomb. Each night the answers have been indicating nothing to worry about. Tonight, though, a cryptic reply is interpreted that the Gaelis are close to figuring out how to get into the City-Pyramid. The Pasha is not going to let that happen and is conferring with his generals.
Trellus, only a scout, cannot get close to the Pasha, a line of officers and generals are in the way. Not much left to do but wait and listen. Several hours later, around 1am, the word is passed along that the command to attack has been given. It is War! The generals and officers begin dispersing, the Pasha retreats to his private chamber.}
Trellus exits the tent about two hours later, around 1am.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 12:25:00 AM
Kyan is good for breakfast either way!
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 4:49:47 AM
Tink is a little frustrated at not being allowed into the Pasha's tent. She understands though. He no doubt has matters of his people to discuss, and the group are outsiders.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 d20+9=10 ; Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 10:03:28 AM
Restlin nods, finds a comfortable spot, makes sure there's one next to him for Sesha, then settles in.
"Hey Tink," he starts. "Did I ever tell you about the time I got punched by a zombie for trying to steal it's cookware?"
He'll pass the time telling stories. He's got a ton...
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 11:55:36 AM
Garret wanders around and peeks into various edges of the tent, even lifting up a corner to look in, only to be stymied by the various number of high-ranking officials in the way and all around the tent. After circling the tent one more time, he plops down in the sand outside the entrance and says to Sesha, "So, about that breakfast..."
Sesha [AC 28 /18 Touch/24 Flat] | HP 101/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace] Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 1:14:41 PM
Sesha grins and elbows the little monk.
"Lets wait for the news first. If I'm interrupted while we are eating, which is part of the spell magic, then the effect ends."
In the meantime, she tries to think of a story to match Restlins, but falls short.
"Once when I was adventuring for the people of It'lal, the drow homeland, we were attacked by about 5 sentient trees, each with5 gorillas made of plants who knew martial arts."
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 6:35:24 PM
Trellus returns to the group, looking troubled.
"Roald, the High Priest you met, got a new response on his nightly divinations about the Gaeli. He thinks the Gaelis are close to figuring out how to get into the City-Pyramid. The Pasha isn't gonna let that happen, and has ordered a general attack.
Basically, there's gonna be a really big fight really soon."
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 8:56:12 PM
"Well.. that's something I can understand!" Kyan says and starts gathering his things. "Im guess we're going to be helping stop them from getting in?"
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 98/130 CMD = 19 Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 9:50:12 PM
Beri looks towards Trellus a little concerned that they have stumbled into a war zone... and have played a key role in setting this in motion. Did he say anything about what we will be doing during this attack?
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday March 3rd, 2015 9:57:02 PM
With nothing else to do Bosk shrugs. If you cannot let me in, can you please recommend a good drink? I never travel anywhere without trying the local spirits. Bosk then heads out to pick up a couple bottles (or barrels) to take home as well as getting something to drink tonight. Rejoining the group, he waits for Trellus to relay what he learned.
Is there anything we can do? Perhap, if we enter the city first, we can break the curse and prevent the war from taking place.
So, it is war. Release the Sand Kraken! Sir, we don't have a Sand Kraken. Drat! (Co-DM JonathanT) Wednesday March 4th, 2015 1:03:12 AM
Although it's only just past midnight, Kyan is already ready for breakfast.
Garret scampers around the huge Pasha's tent, looking for some forgotten flap to sneak under or peak through but finds the tent is quite secure. It is the Pasha's tent, after all, and heads could roll if it had been erected and secured in a shoddy manner. He returns to the group and plops down in the sand, "So, about that breakfast..."
Sesha politely reminds her friends that they should wait until the results of the meeting. If their meal gets interrupted, all benefits are lost.
Restlin starts telling a story of when he got punched by a zombie for trying to steal it's cookware. The story goes on but interest in it is spotty.
When Trellus returns, he informs the group that war is afoot. He doesn't know what their roll in it will be, as yet. Normally, he'd be assigned to a Commander, but since he's been assigned as liaison to the IA, he's not sure what he will do.
Kyan is glad of some action and starts gathering his things on the assumption they will join the fight.
Beri is presumptuous in thinking they had some key role in setting these events in motion. 'Did he say anything about what we will be doing during this attack?'
Bosk had no trouble finding a keg of local 'drink' during the day and has it stored away. The average keg holds 31 gallons at 8lbs per gallon (not including the keg itself) and for the top quality local spirit (wine from dates) of 10gp per bottle, at 25 ouces per bottle and 128 ounces per gallon = 5.12 bottles per gallon = 158.72 bottles per keg = 1,587.2 gp for a keg of the best wine.
Of course, Bosk can haggle over the price or purchase a half keg. Bottles being of glass, are rare in the desert but he can get clay versions, although the clay tends to diminish the taste. Use your diplomacy skills or Appraise skills if you want to barter.
Of course, there are cheaper wines too. :)
'Is there anything we can do? Perhap, if we enter the city first, we can break the curse and prevent the war from taking place.'
As the IA discuss what to do, or what they may be expected to do, or what they want to do, or if it is waffles or pancakes, or french toast, or baggets or crumpets. Maybe even biscuits and gravy?
It is only a matter of minutes before H'aarvard, the Royal Scribe, comes out the tent and heads over to the IA.
"Greetings, Strangers, known as the Iron Adventurers. Pasha Gaulikson has requested I meet with you in private."
He leads the way to the Visitor's tent. Once everyone is inside and where they can hear, the scribe opens up.
"As some of you have asked, here's the story that leads up to the current events. Pasha Gaulikson wanted to make sure you knew everything so you would not feel pushed to make a decision on what to do one way or the other.
A long time ago, centuries ago, we were all bans of wandring tribes that travelled these once grassy plains. There was plenty to go around so we traded and intermarried, and had rather peaceful lives. We even traded skins and food with the Gaelis for metals. But a certain Gaeli warrior rose to power that decided that trade was foolish when conquering and enslaving was better. With their warrior-like mentality, and our dispersed tribes, it did not take long to have us all in bondage and the whole plains under their control.
Their leader, known today as Grendel the Cruel, then sought to build a city here in likeness to their home, a mountain. So we had to quarry and bring tons of stone from the mountains and build a mountain here, with the city inside. It took dozens of years and thousands of deaths to finish it, but when it was done, the outside stone walls were impregnable and the city inside looked like it was in a mountain itself. Grendel then started taking our young men and women into the city for human sacrifices. That is when Gaulik, a young chief's son who had escaped to the mountains himself, was taken up by Sargrass and taught how to fight. We know not much of what went on during those years but when he came out of the mountains, he had defeated the evil power behind Grendel the Cruel.
Gaulik then gathered men around him and started the war of liberation. The final battle was held in front of the Mountain-City itself where Grendel was mortally wounded. The Gaelis managed to bring Grendel the Cruel into the city and then shut and barred the doors. We know that Grendel the Cruel soon died and was buried, for the Gaelis that emerged some months later told us of a revolt and that the Gaelis' that repented from the evil deeds had won and wished to return to the mountains and leave all this behind.
We allowed them to go and when they left, they sealed the entrance. We intent to go in and clean the place out and dismantle the Mountain-City when these strange runes appeared on the doors. Try as we might we could not get past the magic of the runes so we took up the runes to be our symbol of unity and elected Gaulik as our first King of the new Unified Tribes. Pasha Siglief Gaulikson is a direct descendant of our first King.
It was soon after this the grass started wilting and in a few decades all that was left of the vast plains was a handful of oasis'. It was revealed to Gaulik by Sargrass himself that to break the curse one must enter the Mountain-City, find all those things Grendel the Cruel used to wield his power and destroy them along with the remains of his body, if any.
Over the centuries our wise men finally figured out a way to crack the rune code and several brave warriors have managed to enter it but none ever returned.
Now, why am I telling you this? It is because you are Strangers here and this fight isn't yours. Pasha Gaulikson does not expect you to, nor will he ask you to get involved. Even Trellus is exempt, since his people are few and the Pasha does not want to deprive his people of strong warriors to carry on the line.
However, we leave in the morning, so you still have several hours to decide what to do. If you stay here, you are welcome, as our guests, and nothing will be held against you."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+19=36 ; Wednesday March 4th, 2015 5:24:18 AM
Tink listens patiently as the scribe speaks. She waits a few moments after he finishes before speaking up.
"Why now? What has changed that you wish to undertake this excursion right now?" she looks carefully at the scribe to judge his reactions "And what can you tell us of the sage's divinations? Are the two related"
Sense Motive: 36
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Wednesday March 4th, 2015 8:18:53 AM
"We've seen very few signs of the Teucri race we came here looking for, but they seem to point to this temple." The wizard rises to his feet & stretches his arms above his head. "Even aside from that, bringing the Sargrass back is reason enough to aid in this battle.
"I'm not one to overlook a lucky break, even if it's for someone else. We're here and quite capable in a fight. I won't speak for everyone, but I'm on board to aid your people in this."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Wednesday March 4th, 2015 9:21:13 AM
Garret speaks up to add to the questions, "How long ago was this?" He says to Sesha, "There has to be a relationship to the Tecuri, right?"
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Wednesday March 4th, 2015 6:15:17 PM
Trellus glances over at Garret. The dude is seriously warped on these Teurci people.
"Not sure why you'd think that," he replies. "This revolution of theirs is supposed to have been centuries ago.
"Still, I'm with Restlin. We should try getting in that city and cutting this thread."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:125/112 Ki:12/13 CMD: 33] Wednesday March 4th, 2015 7:00:01 PM
Garret answers Trellus, "How old are these stories? I mean, was this place a grassland a thousand years ago? I'm not clear on when all that happened."
Sesha takes the opportunity of the story to prepare and serve breakfast for her friends, making sure to set aside some extra for Garrett the bottomless.
She uses her Rod of Extend to make sure it lasts until this time tomorrow, no point using her strongest magics without some return on the power used.
Bend Leyline: +9 to Ley Check. Ley Check: 63 = success.
Heroes Feast: Every creature partaking of the feast is cured of all sickness and nausea, receives the benefits of both neutralize poison and remove disease, and gains 9 temporary hit points, a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and Will saves and a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against poison and fear effects for 24 hours.
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 130+9/130 CMD = 19 Wednesday March 4th, 2015 9:22:45 PM That seems to match what I've seen with the oasis and how nature is struggling. Odd, you wouldn't think that they would want to destroy the land. You would expect a warrior culture to want it to stay fruitful so they could take it over at a later time. Though, I suppose when magic is involved things are never straight forward.
Beri partakes in the feast that Sesha has set aside. Despite having already eaten, there is something about the meal the seems to give him both strength of body and mind, so that he feels he can take on anything.
Well, this should be an interesting adventure. Any chance that the temple was build with magic torches or anything so that it is lit on the inside? No tales mention building in booby traps or secret doors did they?
Eat, Pray, go to War (Co-DM JonathanT) Thursday March 5th, 2015 12:30:08 AM
DM JT OOC: lots of ice and sleet tonight here in Dallas. May loose power over night due to ice on trees. Just a heads up in case you don't hear from me in a few days. :}
DM JT IC:
Katinka has a couple important questions: A) why now? What has changed? B) What can he tells them of the divinations C) Are the two related?
Katinka feels confident the man is being open and honest in his story and in his answers.
Restlin feels this is a lucky break. The teucri runes on the entance doors of the pyramid-city are their only clues of the Teucri so far, so might as well follow them. Even so, just the fact that he feels they will be aiding Sargrass is enough for him to throw in his sword arm.
Garret wonders how long ago all this happened and how it relates to the Teucri.
Trellus points out that the events in the story happened centuries ago. How there is a Teucri link, he doesn't figure.
Sesha, now knowing what time they have left, begins her Heroes Feast[/b] spell.
Beri ponders the futility of transforming a productive grasslands into a desert, expecting that smart conquerors would want to keep the land fertile for later conquering again, concluding with [i]'Though, I suppose when magic is involved things are never straight forward.'
He asks if there are torches or other light sources inside and if there are any tales of traps or secret doors.
H'aarvard is open and honest in his answers, even when he says he doesn't know the answer. Since they've never met any such Teucri as far as they know, the relationship of those strange people and the Mountain-city is unknown. All they know is that these strange runes appeared on the doors into the pyramid, seemingly overnight. To their understanding, it was Sargrass that put them there, that is why they adopted the runes as their Unified Tribes symbol.
"You see, before all this happened, we worshiped the grass spirits, the water spirits, the animal spirits, and such. But then Gaulik arrived and told us of Sargrass, we change our worship to him. That's not saying we know a lot about him, very little really, but hey, he saved our people. Gaulik was what you would call a Paladin."
Getting out your trusty abacus, you figure that the appearance of the runes seem to coincide to a time shortly before the Teucri left Hook City, best estimates, withing a hundred years or so.
And why now? It has everything to do with the new divination results. The portents revealed some bad omens, a new twist to the divinations not seen until this night. The Pasha isn't going to leave things up for chance, acting preemptively.
H'aarvard points out to Beri that Grendel the Cruel was named just that for reason. Only a cruel being filled with such hate and evilness would curse the land that he can't have. But such a man could not be so successful without some other Power behind it. "Gaulik did not wish to discuss his ordeal in the mountains, but it was clear Grendel the Cruel got his power form some source in the mountains that Gaulik defeated. That source must still be an active power somehow to have kept the curse alive for so long. That is why we believe that if we destroy all personal things related to Grendel that he was buried with, we may end the curse. Sargrass has indicated this as well."
He takes a nibble at the feast before him and finishes his tale, "None of us have ever made it in and back out to tell us if there is light of any kind inside. I'm sure the Gaeli had some source when the city was occupied, but did they take all that stuff with them when they left? No one knows. Our warriors that have gone in have all taken their own light source."
If that is all the questions, he leaves and returns to the Pasha's tent. Otherwise he remains to answer any more questions.
So far, the IA have been positive in their desire to join the fight. That's no guarantee they all will. Morning will be the time to make the final decision. For now, it's midnight snack time and discussion time.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Thursday March 5th, 2015 4:06:21 AM "I don't want to give up our pursuit of Socraterius, however, it is clear these people are in trouble. I'm in." Tink nods and folds her arms.
She enquires as to whether it is possible to speak directly with the seers. Hearing the details of the divinations and omens first hand may yield some important insight.
"Also, how many men is the Pasha planning on sending in? With the limited number of warriors I have seen in this camp, it may be unwise to commit to all of them - especially if none have ever returned."
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:121/112 Ki:13/13 CMD: 33] Thursday March 5th, 2015 10:27:27 AM
Garret listens carefully to the discussions as he fills his mouth with the various food provided by Sesha. "There is enough to go around, right?" he says as he stuffs a piece of bread (for later) in his belt pouch.
After H'aarvard leads and confirms the timelines, Garret mumbles again, "See? Told you this is those Teucri. I have no idea of the connection between all the creation they did in Hook City and this place, but come on -- we would not have gone through that portal of theirs into this place unless they were related somehow."
"I do have to wonder what is inside that place that allows no one to come back out. It better not be another chit machine."
OOC: Magic in effect: +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and Will saves and a +4 morale bonus on saving throws against poison and fear effects.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Thursday March 5th, 2015 11:08:26 AM
"Welp, that settles that, I guess." Restlin digs in to the food, knowing they'll need to help tomorrow. Plus, it's pretty good stuff.
"If it IS another chit machine," the wizard begins with a mouthful of food, "it probably won't be damaged and crazy like the last one. If it is, Tink can talk it down again." He smiles at Sesha as he finishes this last bit.
For some reason, the dig isn't quite as bad knowing that things might be dangerous again soon. Still, for the sake of appearances, she smashes a biscuit into her mouth and chomps angrily for a second before sticking her tongue out at Restlin.
After the guest leaves, she settles back down for rest. She wasn't the type to lose sleep over much of anything.
Still, as an early riser, she has a little time to sit and commune with Serenbeth in the desert. She sits and sips a dark, aromatic brown coffee from Pot pot, thanking her tutors for showing her the prestidigitation spell for the thousandth time.
She ponders Restin, the Teucri, and wonders how different their current adventure might be had they chosen a different benefactor on the Night of a Thousand Callers.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Thursday March 5th, 2015 2:19:53 PM
"Of course we're in. Like we'd have done otherwise." kyan says, thinking it's just kinda obvious.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Thursday March 5th, 2015 5:16:53 PM
ooc: Sorry for the missed post yesterday. My sister in law broke her foot setting up a girscout cookie booth and had to go to the ER and we were helping out.
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 130+9/130 CMD = 19 Thursday March 5th, 2015 6:38:33 PM
Beri sniffs something delicious coming from Pot pot Is that... is that a coffee spell? Truly you were blessed to have been taught such a wonderful spell.
Well, in any case I am all for helping these people, not to mention restoring balance to this land and allowing nature to once again thrive as it should. And with a little luck that mountain will be nice and cool on the inside and not just a giant oven.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Thursday March 5th, 2015 7:04:11 PM
Bosk smells the aromatic brew coming from Pot pot. God's bless you, that smells good! Gargul might be the Unblinking Eye, but I find nothing helps keep my eyes open like fresh brewed coffee. Do you mind? he says as he raises a glass towards the animated cauldron. Running one hand along his steelgrass blade he pictures the Sargrass and is saddened to see the majestic grasses so completely destroyed by the curse. Taking a sip of his drink he continues. It looks to me like Socraterius has a limited number of options to survive the desert. If he was not swallowed up by the desert he would have had to come here, met up with the Gaeli or entered the city. Since he is not here that leaves just the last two options. I say we enter the city and attempt to break the curse and prevent the war. Besides, what good is being Paladin for the Dead if you do not interact with the dead. If his curse is still in effect this strong, I have to assume part of him is still here as well. This power might be giving the curse power, but I have never heard of a power aiding someone so long after they have met Gargul's judgement. I wouldn't be surprised if he is somehow bound to this curse...or to is land.
Eat, Pray, go to War (Co-DM JonathanT) Friday March 6th, 2015 12:12:03 AM Katinka is still suspicious that Socraterius is hanging around somewhere in this desert and is reluctant to get sidetracked from that pursuit, but agrees to join the Yngvardians in their fight.
She wants to talk to the Seers herself in hopes of getting some important insight and grills H'aarvard on the numbers of troops that will be sent.
Garret wastes no time with the Midnight meal before him, even stuffing some in his pockets, it may not occur to him that the remainder of the meal not eaten, magically conjured will magically de-conjure itself when the spell expires.
The halfling seems to be putting a few pieces of the Teucri puzzle together by linking Hook City and this place. But right now it is like putting two dinosaur bones together which may, or may not, be related.
Restlin digs into the food and speculates that if there is another Chit Machine hidden inside the City-Pyramid, hopefully it isn't broken. But if it is, Tink can talk sense into it, playing on his faupas from earlier.
Sesha lets the 'dig' from Restlin roll off like water but sticks her tongue out at Restlin anyway. An early riser, she is up before dawn and maka a pot-pot of coffee. While sipping the coffee, she ponders what their fate would have been if they had chosen a different Hook City faction to support.
Kyan is in, to him, there's no 'pondering' to do.
Beri smells coffee and is elated. The druid would like nothing better than to restore the balance to the land. Of course, do to that you have to actually get in and break the curse, not just route an army of fanatical religious fanatics.
Bosk smells the coffee too and wants some as well, holding out a glass. He remembers Sargrass and is saddened to see the majestic grasses of this area so completely destroyed by a curse. He then rationalizes his need, or desire, to help the Yngvardians, throwing poor Socraterius into the mix.
H'aarvard shakes his head at the request to see the Seers. "They are busy right now looking into the portents for the battle coming up. But I assure you the Seers are quite competent in interpreting the results of their inquiries."
As to the troop complement, H'aarvard does not say how many warriors the Pasha has, he's not really sure himself, not relevant to his job, but counts many thousands, from foot warriors, camel cavalry, and even the elite camel flying corps.
"Oh, we are not going IN to the Mountain-City. The Gaeli have been camped outside it for many months, trying to figure out how to get in. We are going to 'disperse' this army and put an end to this nonsense of trying to get in. These Gaeli are by no means a representative of the race. They are an extreme radical branch. These fanatics crop up every now and again but this one is the only one with such a large following as to actually try to get in."
DM JT OOC: The specific size of the Pasha's camp was not detailed when the PCs entered, but it holds a lot of people. And the Pasha's camp is only one of many dispersed throughout the desert at the various oasises.
DM JT IC: The IA enjoy another fantastic magical meal with special benefits provided by Sesha, during which time the IA discuss the events and its causes. They all agree to help the Yngvardians. During the rest of the night they hear the sounds of an army mustering and when the sun finally peeks above the horizon, H'aavard rejoins the PCs as they get their last things together.
Informed that the IA have decided to join the Yngvardians in their fight against the Gaeli fanatics, H'aavard is pleased and conveys a message sent by Pasha Gaulikson in case they did decide to join.
"Pasha Gaulikson would very much like to see you in his private chambers as soon as you can."
The IA find a heavy dust in the air due to the large amount of activity during the night and as they head towards the Pasha's tent they can 'feel' the emptyness of the camp as a large number of people are now outside the camp and marching off.
The IA are invited inside by a Royal Bodyguard, a huge burly man that makes Bosk look small. The Pasha is standing, attended by his personal servants, clad in his battle armor, and his advisers standing around, discussing something. When they IA enters they cut off their discussion and the Pasha welcomes the IA with a smile that fades quickly as he talks.
"I'll not waste any time as there is no time to waste. Early this morning, before dawn, one of my scouts returned with news from the Mountain-City. He reports that there was much jubilation in the Gaeli camp outside the city, so they must have managed to get inside the city! Our divinations were right that the time had arrived to put a stop to this, I just hope we are not too late!"
He paces back and forth a couple of times then turns to the IA. "Since you have volunteered to help us in this battle, I feel we need you best not in the thick of the battle, but to enter the city and hunt down whoever got in. While my army engages the Gaeli, your small group with your special skills, could slip through a gap we create and make to the city's doors. I've had a copy of the scroll that has been used in the past to decipher the runes and get in. Of course, once inside the city, the only way out is to find the cursed Grendel the Cruel's remains and destroying them. I know it is a lot to ask, but where others have failed, your group seems unique enough to succeed in not only stopping the Gaeli group that went in, but breaking the curse as well. Naturally, I can only ask you to take upon yourselves this task. If you rather not, that is understandable and nothing will be held against you. It is a monumental task to do for a people you don't really know and don't really owe a debt to."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Friday March 6th, 2015 5:40:21 AM
Tink wishes she knew what to say on such an occasion, but alas, words fail her. Instead she nods along as the Pasha speaks, and looks to the others to hold us the IA end of the conversation.
Curious that the Pasha chooses for the IA to be the ones to enter the city of no return.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:121/112 Ki:13/13 CMD: 33] Friday March 6th, 2015 9:18:07 AM
Garret smiles as the group heads to the tent. When they walk in, Garret stares openly at the huge bodyguard. He walks around him and when he is completely behind, says, "Hey Bosk, think you could take him?" He peeks his head out the side and says, "Wow. This guy is huge."
When the Pasha suggests the IA enter the city, Garret pipes up, "Not to question your army by any means, good sir, but our group here is experienced in battle. In fact, we might be able to help you not just scare away those intruders, but with proper planning, even destroy them so they won't come back again. Then there would be no need for sneaking around at all."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Friday March 6th, 2015 11:24:27 AM
Restlin wakes in high spirits. During his morning one-sided communion with Wardd, he tries to get the god to admit his hand in all this. The Iron Adventurers just happened to come upon this temple right when all those goblins gained entrance? That's too, too lucky for these people.
Anyway, he doesn't want to drink all Sehsa's coffee, but will if there's enough left. He prepares spells, eschewing day-to-day usefulness over battle ability, then heads out with his friends.
He shakes his head at the halfling's suggestion. "If this temple has taken the lives of every one of their people who has entered, we need to save our strength.
"I mean, we're pretty great at battle, but we're not an army. I think the Pasha's suggestion is solid. Besides, if these Gaeli aren't inherently evil, then there's probably a large number there who are more young and impressionable than just plain bad. Let's not go slaughtering them if we don't have to..."
Sesha [AC 20 /14 Touch/20 Flat] | HP 110/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace, Heroes Feast] Friday March 6th, 2015 2:02:42 PM
Sesha shakes her head at Garret.
"We are being asked for a specific task by the Pasha. We wouldn't want to deny the Pasha and his warriors the opportunity to scatter their ancestral foe, or imply that we can do a better job than his entire force."
I think I have the right of it anyways. A warrior king usually denotes a warrior culture. My tribe would have been insulted by Garrets words...
"Besides Garret, when one tribe completely destroys a rival, there's too much loss of men. Taking the head of the serpent allows the triumphant chieftain to absorb his rivals strength."
Sesha ruffles Garrets head then hooks Restlin by the arm.
"And as expected, my silly Mage Priest is hooked like a fish to the line cast by this chase for the Teucri. I won't stray from his side."
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 130+9/130 CMD = 19 Friday March 6th, 2015 4:35:36 PM Is it safe to assume that it was a small number of people that made it inside? Was it reported earlier by the scouts how many people were attempting to get in at one time?
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Friday March 6th, 2015 10:07:34 PM "Hey Bosk, think you could take him?"...When Garret says this, assuming it is not said so the man can hear, Bosk smiles imperceptibly and gives the faintest hint of a nod. This mans size is intimidating and his dress shows his to be a fierce warrior and the horned cleric has little doubt that the man could best him in a straight fight, but the minotaur's strength had always come from his ability to out think his opponents and do the unexpected.
When the Pasha speaks and Garret responds Bosk makes an obvious look of disapproval. After Sesha speaks he adds, We mean no disrespect. Garret is a good fighter, but his mind wanders. I do not think he followed the plan or overlooked the problems associated with trying to send an army into the city. I feel your plan is for the best.
Grendel is of the dead and his remains need to be destroyed and sent to the Shadowlands, of which I am one of its naturalized citizens. I have been called the Hands of the Eye, the Lord of Life and Death, and the Paladin of the Dead. I remain in the "real" wold as the go-between, negotiator, troubleshooter, and general fixer for The Unblinking Eye of Gargul. It is my job to help those like Grendel to move on, and I gladly lend my sword to the task.
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Saturday March 7th, 2015 10:05:05 AM
Trellus follows the conversation, nodding along at the comments of Restlin, Sasha, and Bosk.
"I'm in," he notes. "If you dudes are shady with that."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Saturday March 7th, 2015 11:03:14 AM
Restlin listens to Trellus, pulls out a small book, and writes down "shady with that." He's not sure what kind of lingo this new guy uses, but he's pretty sure he likes it.
He then puts his hand over Sesha's. "Good. Wardd knows I'll need someone to patch me up after this."
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Sunday March 8th, 2015 10:54:34 PM
"Just hope you got that fancy razor of yours handy, Restlin. I've heard it's our deadliest weapon." Kyan remarks.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:121/112 Ki:13/13 CMD: 33] Monday March 9th, 2015 8:04:37 AM
Garret looks around at the others as he pulls out a piece of meat from his belt sack and starts chewing on it. If he has been dismissed, he does not seem to mind -- or perhaps does not really notice. He looks over at the Pasha and awaits to hear more about their task ahead.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility Monday March 9th, 2015 9:07:25 AM
Tink looks at Garret and just grins. There was no ulterior motives to the man, no hidden agenda, no mixed meanings. If he had something on his mind he said it. He enjoyed life and wanted others to have the same luxury. She was pretty good at sizing people up, and in her view, he's a truly good person.
The army is on the move. (Co-DM JonathanT) Monday March 9th, 2015 3:29:13 PM Katinka remains quiet but does wonder why the Pasha sends them into the city of no return.
Garret issues a taunt of sorts in jest at Bosk, asking the minotaur if he thinks he could take on the huge bodyguard. The bodyguard smirks.
Garret suggest to the Pasha that the IA could help rid the Yngvardians of the Gaeli for good.
Restlin spends a little time with Wardd before the others are up. He things the god had some hand in the turn of events. It just seems too coincidental. Wardd, however, just laughs.
Restlin's take on the Pasha's battle plan is that it is sound. Why go slaughtering large numbers of possibly deluded young minds full of mush.
Sesha gives her take on the Pasha's request as well. Giving the Pasha the visible effect of dispersing the Gaeli fanatics is very important to the kingdom's morale. Ruffling the halfling's head, she points out that Restlin is really keen on seeing anything Teucri and who knows what Teucri stuff might be inside?
Beri asks the Pasha how many Gaeli made it inside.
Bosk gives Garret the nod that he's sure he could take on the big bodyguard. No one will ever really know, of course, unless some friendly test of strength were proposed once all this is over. Bosk has an entirely different reason to go into the Pyramid-City. As an agent of Gargul, he feels it his duty to send any remnant of Grendel's soul, if still here, speeding onward to meet Gargul.
Trellus' response is short and to the point.
Kyan chimes in, mentioning Restlin's special sharp pointy weapon.
Garret takes his friends' comments easily and waits for any further from the Pasha.
Pasha Sigleif Gaulikson explains that the reports are that only a small number entered the city. It would be foolish for a huge number to enter with no guarantee of getting out. He suspects that if the first group takes too long to return, another will go in, and another, and another, and so forth, now that they know how to get in.
The Pasha smiles at Garret's assertions of their strength against an army but assures the halfling, and the others, that defeating the Gaeli army isn't the main priority. "Catching those that got in and making sure they don't succeed is the main priority. I have a superior force in quality and numbers and victory is certain. But what then if those inside managed to get Grendel's items of power and manage to get away to who knows where?
However, once inside, who best to figure out how to get out? Your complement of skills and magic make you far more suited than my selected group. Our desert life is very isolated in comparison to the rest of these lands and it is difficult to acquire such powerful items as your little group has. Your group alone has the best chance of succeeding in both tasks, catch the Gaeli group and getting back out. I'm quite confident my selected group can catch the Gaeli group, but I'm more confident in you returning than they." He says the last with a grim countenance.
But still, it is only a request for volunteers. The Pasha sends out the orders to get the army moving so as not to miss the rendezvous point with the rest of his forces. The IA are invited to travel along with the Pasha's bodyguards and the Pasha will explain more about the task.
He shows the copy of the scroll that deciphers the runic cryptic message on the doors. "There are wide steps that lead up to a 20 foot wide, 30 foot tall entry into the Mountain-city. The doors there have been removed long ago. There is then a 30 foot corridor that opens up into a foyer. This is where caravans who's turn to enter the city waited for the final go-ahead. Inside this huge foyer is where you'll find the massive doors that lead into the Mountain-city proper and the one with the runes. Long ago we tried busting down the doors with battering rams and magical means but nothing made even a scratch. But once the runes were figured out, getting by the doors was not a problem. However, after many warriors entered and did not return, fewer warriors had a desire to try and most of us have accepted the desert life. It has been many years since anyone has tried again. Only a couple brave warriors have tried in my lifetime."
The scroll describes how certain runes match up. It appears the runes, although stuck to the doors, can be moved around to form a 'phase'. The scroll indicates which runes to move and in which order they are to be lined up.
The whole inside of the Pyramid is one big city. However, since it has been centuries since anyone was inside (and came out), the description is a bit sketchy. It is square on the inside, of course, and the city was divided into four quadrants. One for the merchants, one for housing, one for administration, and one for the royal palace. That's about all that anyone remembers from the stories. There are no maps of the inside, of course.
The army travels along and the Pasha answers any further questions the IA have.
DM JT: I don't want to throw you guys into the fray if you still have questions.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Monday March 9th, 2015 4:59:39 PM
"I'm guessing this phrase isn't something that's translatable? Did you just try every option until one worked?"
Restlin ponders some more. "I guess we're ready. I have questions, but you seem to have told us everything you know about what we're walking into."
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 130+9/130 CMD = 19 Monday March 9th, 2015 5:37:29 PM
Beri listens to the description and starts picturing a stone version of Hook City hidden away inside the mountain.
Since this is a mountain we are talking about, does the description say anything about how the levels of each quadrant are laid out? Is the inside shaped like a stone city underneath a stone triangular dome? Or more like a giant floors with grids of rooms?
Trellus (AC27/13t/25f, HP 139/128, CMD 22) Monday March 9th, 2015 7:47:33 PM
Trellus can't think of any additional questions that the Pasha would be able to answer.
He does take the opportunity to cast Continual Light onto four unlit torches, and crams them into his handy haversack. "Sealed off city that no one has entered or left in centuries," he muses aloud, while rubbing the back of his head. "So..... undead of course.....traps....what else is in there?"
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Monday March 9th, 2015 9:22:03 PM
Bosk looks to the others, Do we want to coordinate what spells we prepare? Anyone feel there is something we must ready, or scrolls / potions we should buy first?
"I'm not sure we have time for a catacombs trip Bosk. I could maybe make it home with a Plane Shift, but I don't know exactly where we are to get us back. I'll make us another meal the night before we arrive. It should last us through to the next day at least."
She considers other spells.
"I don't have the formal knowledge that Restlin does, but it seems to me a mountain city is a place where Beri's abilities to meld into stone will be useful. I'll try again to summon help from Serenbeth, the girls who appeared before were quite obviously ghosts. Their ability to pass through walls will be useful."
After that she is at a loss.
"You have seen the better part of my Witch spells. I can help or hinder, but directly affect very little."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Tuesday March 10th, 2015 7:55:36 AM
"Don't sell yourself short, dear. Perhaps you've spent too much time around orcs if you feel that being able to manipulate the battlefield rather than directly injure our enemies is something to be ashamed of.
"Anyway, I am ready when the rest of you are."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot AC 20/16/15 -- CMD 20 -- HP 120/109 -- Perm Arcane Sight, Darkvision, See Invisibility d20+22=25 ; Tuesday March 10th, 2015 7:59:24 AM
Tink casts her Tishe's Weave Elements for the day. Unfortunately her crafting skill once again let's her down and the garments only have 1 power (Craft clothing: 25=1 Power)
"I've got 4 other garments here. Sorry they're not real powerful guys. Who wants one? Blur, Waterbreathing, Resist Fire/20, or Barkskin+3? You have to wear them on your chest too"
"I'll also cast a telepathic bond just before we go in. Like I said before, the duration is pretty short so we need to make it count"
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:38/34/32 HP:121/112 Ki:13/13 CMD: 33] Tuesday March 10th, 2015 9:33:13 AM
When the Pasha suggests that they will travel with the army, Garret's eyes light up and he steps up to the front, "Will we be able to ride on those flying camels again? That was quite a good time!" He looks back sheepishly at the others standing tall and proper and mumbles, "You know, if there is space, of course."
Restlin (Carl) -- AC: +14/+6/+11 CMD: 23 HP: 96/96 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/9 Tuesday March 10th, 2015 12:47:03 PM
Restlin eyes the garments, but feels the front line folks would make better use of them.
Still, if there's any left after they (and Sesha) have a chance, he'll grab a barkskin one.
Sesha [AC 20 /14 Touch/20 Flat] | HP 110/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace, Heroes Feast] Tuesday March 10th, 2015 5:06:27 PM
Sesha considers the garments for a moment, then realizes they wouldn't work with her armor, which was something she wouldn't part with.
"I think I'll trust in my mithril shirt, Tink."
Beriothian -- AC:23/16/21 HP: 130+9/130 CMD = 19 Tuesday March 10th, 2015 6:57:08 PM Thanks Tink, that bark skin would be very useful for me.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday March 10th, 2015 8:04:53 PM If no one else want it, I would like the blur garment. I am preparing magic circle against evil, but since it lasts about an hour and a half I will wait to cast it.
OOC coDM SteveK Tuesday March 10th, 2015 8:12:53 PM
Ooc: So happy someone is using Tishe's Weave Elements spell! :-)
Took me a long time to create that spell.
Kyan (JonL) HP: 150/137 AC: 29/17/24 CMD: 32 Tuesday March 10th, 2015 8:53:06 PM
kyan is ready to go, not much prep need for him. Or questions.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday March 10th, 2015 8:56:00 PM
ooc: I wish clerics could cast it. Cayzle used it in a tap and we took great advantage of it.
Sesha [AC 20 /14 Touch/20 Flat] | HP 110/88 | CMD 19][Cat's Grace, Heroes Feast] Tuesday March 10th, 2015 8:58:27 PM
(Pft. Witches don't get ANY of the custom spells. )
(Except the 10 Witch Only ones I guess.)
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD:28 103 of 103 Spells Tuesday March 10th, 2015 10:59:59 PM
(I am guessing that is because the witch class was created after most of the spells)
The army is on the move. (Co-DM JonathanT) Tuesday March 10th, 2015 11:22:51 PM
OOC: Post coming shortly.
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