Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet d20+5=11 ; Thursday April 30th, 2015 8:54:08 AM
Barratore spins at the sound of the scream and heads towards it, drawing his sword as he does so.
Perception 11 Speed 40
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+18=28 ; Thursday April 30th, 2015 11:59:54 AM
Edson follows the others, the bow in his hand and his first arrow knocked.
Perception 28
John C - Co-DM Rum Thursday April 30th, 2015 3:48:36 PM
The party rushes towards the sounds of the woman threatening someone. You find the house, or rather a much better version of Dreads ramshackle shack. The door is closed, but the woman is still making threats at someone or something inside with her.
Perception check DC25Highlight to display spoiler: { you can't hear anyone else in the the shack, just her yelling in the direction of the door.}
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Thursday April 30th, 2015 9:11:00 PM
Edson runs up to the shack and peers inside through a crack If possible.
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 19/72 d20+13=15 ; Thursday April 30th, 2015 10:15:16 PM
Gerox is flying along above the group. He looks for open windows or anything else he can fly into the building with. Perception check 15
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=25 ; d20+7=12 ; Thursday April 30th, 2015 10:32:36 PM
Brom doesn't hear any other person in the shack with the screaming woman, but that didn't mean much this day. With a lowered shoulder, Brom puts his massive strength behind his attempt to crash through the door...and he stops dead in his tracks. (Str check DC 12)
Perception DC 25
link href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Aqg4Ie7wU72EdEtiMmcyYmpFc0djQWRTc05wQXZwQlE&usp=sharing"]Brom the Barbarian[/link] - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged)
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Thursday April 30th, 2015 10:50:47 PM
Peza pauses a moment as Brom kicks in the door ..... Peza charges in after him .... or at least till she bounces off his back ....
"Whoa .... kick that door down " growls the ranger ......
John C - Co-DM Rum Friday May 1st, 2015 7:49:11 PM
Even with the feeble attempt to kick open the door, it does slam wide open, just not off it's hinges. What's seen is a woman, in her late teens, brandishing a knife, not a dagger, a knife, like what you'd carve up a bird for cooking with. "Get out the heck out, You have no business here." Is what she was saying when the door came crashing open wide and the Bigger members of the party rushed inside. There is no one else in the room with her, she squeaks in shock as you rush in, she blinks three or four times as she takes in the group. "How'd you do that. Don't matter anyways, get out I told you before and I meant it." She turns a little and threatens the group standing just inside the doorway, looking like she's trying to mean business with the knife.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet d20+5=21 ; Saturday May 2nd, 2015 12:24:09 PM
Barratore leans down and pokes his head and shoulders into the doorway. Barratore sweeps the room looking for anything. The woman was no threat at all and so he ignored her on that front. She could brandish any weapon at all and would pay her little to no mind
Perception 21
"Who are you yelling at and why?"
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=24 ; Sunday May 3rd, 2015 1:04:19 PM
Brom just stands and takes measure of himself. The attempt wasn't exactly what he'd intended, but none-the-less, it was not a complete embarrassment.
Perception DC 24
link href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Aqg4Ie7wU72EdEtiMmcyYmpFc0djQWRTc05wQXZwQlE&usp=sharing"]Brom the Barbarian[/link] - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged)
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Sunday May 3rd, 2015 9:21:54 PM
A little surprised at the girl being alone .... shouting to nobody ..... " ah maybe she see's dead people like Brom does ? "
Peza does chuckle a little at the situation ... a kitchen knife ..... that won't do much versus Brom or Barratore
John C - Co-DM Rum Monday May 4th, 2015 2:48:10 PM
The young lady, still brandishing her knife at the group, "I've been telling you for five minutes, get out of my house. You have no business here. I don't know how you got back over by the door from over there and I don't give a damn. Just leave me alone, this darkness is bad enough with out people busting open my door, two times." Now the group, has not been here more than a few seconds, it has never been in her place, and obviously only busted open the door once, just what is going on here and what is the party going to do about it?
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=15 ; Monday May 4th, 2015 9:10:03 PM
"What're bleed on about woman, we just got here. Heard yellin' and shouts and now we're here. Put that pig-sticker away 'fore someone gets hurt." Brom says.
Perception DC 15
link href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Aqg4Ie7wU72EdEtiMmcyYmpFc0djQWRTc05wQXZwQlE&usp=sharing"]Brom the Barbarian[/link] - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged)
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet Monday May 4th, 2015 11:23:26 PM
Barratore turns his ahead a bit as he regards the woman. "Dark is getting to her, Let's be on." The minotaur had enough mysteries to deal with
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Tuesday May 5th, 2015 8:47:43 AM
Edson puts his arrow and bow away and nods to Barratore's suggestion. "If we don't stop this darkness then this will be happening more and more."
John C - Co-DM Rum Tuesday May 5th, 2015 3:10:17 PM
As the team turns to leave, "Be sure you can swim, it's a long way to shore." the young woman says as she closes the door when the group leaves.
She does seem a strange one, you are still quite a ways from the docks, swim? and you are elevated above the flood plains that are under the boardwalk. You continue your journey to Rusty's, hopefully he has information, especially about the names you have learned from that dead girl.....
(Turning the game back over to James)
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Tuesday May 5th, 2015 9:15:48 PM
Shaking her head at the young womens words .... "its like people are living in two worlds .... two different places .... seeing things that aren't there .... "
"what ever is happening is completely sytrange and i fear will change the wold as we know it ...."
"Swim?? .... well we better hury to Rusty's .... and see whatr we can figure out "
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Wednesday May 6th, 2015 10:30:26 AM
"Maybe she is like Barratore, and sees these ghosts." Edson says, but stops dead in his tracks. "She wasn't talking to us right? I mean we are not dead"
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet Wednesday May 6th, 2015 11:00:55 AM
Barratore straightens and grunts in agreement to Peza and Edson and then reassures the rogue, "Not dead yet."
Though Barratore too, quickens his pace towards Salty's
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=23 ; Wednesday May 6th, 2015 11:25:58 AM
Brom waves off the mad woman and quickly follows the others to Salty's shack. "Let's hope she ain't some kind of seerer."
Perception DC 23
CoDM James Wednesday May 6th, 2015 3:32:22 PM
ooc: Who was Rusty? Did you mean Salty?
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Wednesday May 6th, 2015 3:49:22 PM
ooc: yes i think so.
CoDM James Wednesday May 6th, 2015 5:11:31 PM
As you leave you hear the woman's cryptic words and decide that either the dark has addled her mind or perhaps this is some new colloquial phrase along the lines of Don't let the door hit you on the way out. The journey back to The Squid's Ink is slow as you keep to routes that will prevent certain members from falling through floors, and all around you the glinting eyes of crows and night creatures prowl just out of sight.
As you approach the docks the sight appears almost foreign. The area which would normally be bustling with activity is still and deserted like a ghost town. Moving closer you see a candle burning in the window of The Squid's Ink Tavern, just a single candle which you expect is now worth its weight in gold. As you enter you find Old Salty, a man known for knowing everything first, drinking from his metal tankard as usual and wonder if he is unafraid for the enveloping darkness or if he has no other place to go.
Aye. Can I help ye lad? he says with his usual greeting. Why don'tcha join me in a beer, the Black Ink is as good as ever, best beer in Rum. Foods overpriced with none fishin anymore, but that just slows down the beer...
Gerox Shale ac 13 TA 13 FF 11 CMD 13 hps 19/72 Wednesday May 6th, 2015 5:36:09 PM
Gerox sees to the others to the docks and then says, "Guys, I will let you take it from here. I am going to head back to the WLA compound for now." He zooms away into the dark night.
OOC Guys, I am sorry to say I am going to be leaving the Wold and go on Walk about. I have been playing for 15 years non stop and just don't have the enthusiasm for it that I once had. I am not posting well and that isn't fair to you folks. It has been a pleasure playing with you all and I consider it an honor. Who knows, maybe I will refresh and revive in a few months and come back. Good luck with this one!!! George
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Wednesday May 6th, 2015 9:40:59 PM
Smiling at old Salty .... " you seem at ease in this time of darkness .... what can you tell us about it ??? or more importantly who is behind it ?"
Peza sits down near the old sailor .... waves the barmaid over to order a round for eveyone " drinksfor everyone in the bar "
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet Wednesday May 6th, 2015 11:02:16 PM
Barratore looks up and follows Gerox for as long as his enhanced sight allows. The gnome grated on him now and then, but he was a good friend and comrade. One more of the original company gone. "Good luck and Imod watch over you little one" he says to himself as he raises an arm to wave.
Barratore turns on his heel and ducks into the Squid. The fighter moves up and takes a seat across from the old man. Brom knew him best and so he would let the barbarian take a spot next to him.
George, it has been a good deal of fun over the last 13 or so for me to adventure with you. Hope you cath a second or third wind and rejoin us down the road. - Dan K
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Wednesday May 6th, 2015 11:24:57 PM
Edson waves to Gerox as he heads back to the compound. He follows Barratore into the bar to listen to what Salty has to say. He never met the man, so he would let the others do the talking.
OOC: Take it easy George, thanks for the memories.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=22 ; Thursday May 7th, 2015 9:41:48 AM
Brom sees Salty and is relieved that the old coot is still alive. "Maybe more than one." He says back to the man. He bellies up to the bar and has a seat next to Salty. "Pretty quiet down here." He says. "Like it better when the docks 'er busy." He continues and pauses for a moment. "Glad ta see yur still alive..."
Brom doesn't wait long to get right to the point. Small talk and pleasantries were never his stile, but Salty always wanted conversation. Perhaps it was because it made Brom uncomfortable that the old coot did it.
"We're in strange times..." He says."...wondering if you heard anythin'. We got a couple of names...Bittern, Conti, or Stoatis...we think they're stuck in the middle of this crap-act an' we gotta find'em."
Perception DC 22
ooc: Sorry to see you leave George. It has been a very fun run. Hope to see you back here again. - Richard
CoDM James Thursday May 7th, 2015 6:05:37 PM
George, we are all going to miss you. It has been fun playing with you and I hope that you find yourself back here some day. We wish you all the best.
CoDM James Thursday May 7th, 2015 6:55:58 PM
The bar keep looks around at the empty bar when Peza orders drinks for everyone and with a shrug pours himself a shot. Business is a bit slow. As if the darkness wasn't bad enough, there are stories of strange things lurkin about and animals actin...unnatural.
A minute later the bartender brings over some drinks your you and Salty. The Old man drains his tankard and stars on the new one. Bittern, Conti, and Stoatis... ... ...Not sure about the first two, but that Stoatis guy has ruffled a few feathers. Stoatis Carter is that politician in charge of shipping rules. I tell ya, you should hear what they say about him on the docks, words that would make an oars man blush! He has a place in the political district.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=18 ; Friday May 8th, 2015 2:11:55 PM
Brom looks at the bartender and says "Ain't no stories, no stories at all. I can tell ya that first hand. Be best ta stay indoors for a while."
Brom listens to Salty's words. "Politician..." he says with his eyes getting squinty. "...that figures. Probably greases his palms with bribes while guys on the docks get next ta nothin' for a day's labor." You can see Brom's veins pulsate as he hears more about Stoatis.
Brom spends a couple of beers talking with Salty and the bartender of the Black Ink before deciding it's time to get moving. "Alright, old man, ya keep yur head down. This is probably gettin' worse before we can end it." He says standing up. "Be safe."
Brom gathers his things and gets ready to leave. "Let's find this guy." He says.
Perception DC 18
CoDM James Friday May 8th, 2015 6:09:31 PM
Checking in. I will give you a little longer, but I still plan to post tonight.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Friday May 8th, 2015 11:16:46 PM
Edson takes a deep gulp of his ale, hopefully the alcohol took off some of the shock of the darkness.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet d20+5=17 ; Saturday May 9th, 2015 3:10:30 PM
Barratore drinks several ales with Salty and Brom. He nods in agreement as Brom cautions the man about staying indoors. To Salty's phrasing about what they say on the docks about him, Barratore presses for a specific example or two. "Is he a cheat, a thief, a liar? Vindictive? Viscous and cruel? Barratore wantsa bit more. "We aren't oarsmen and aren't prone to blushing old man"
Barratore thanks Salty, reminds the barkeep to stay put as well and heads back into the darkness with Brom Perception 17
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=25 ; Monday May 11th, 2015 1:13:23 PM
Brom heads off towards this politician's home in search for answers or heads to smash.
Perception DC 25
CoDM James Monday May 11th, 2015 5:08:23 PM
Brom looks at the bartender and says "Ain't no stories, no stories at all. I can tell ya that first hand. Be best ta stay indoors for a while." After a brief conversation he gathers his things and gets ready to leave saying, et's find this guy."
Barratore drinks several ales with Salty and Brom. He nods in agreement as Brom cautions the man about staying indoors. He also presses for a specific example or two. "Is he a cheat, a thief, a liar? Vindictive? Viscous and cruel?
As the others talk Edson takes a deep gulp of his ale, hoping the alcohol will take off some of the shock of the darkness. -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Salty answers the last of the group's questions before you head back out in to the darkness. No, not cruel...just a politician. They think these rules help people, but every time they make a new one it makes it harder to run a business. Every new law forces someone else out of business or cuts into profits. Like a land lubber like him knows anything about life on the sea or sailing a ship. He then sites several ordinances that have hindered the trade business. Ranging from increased taxes to requiring more life rafts on each ship. Changes that large shipping guilds can adapt to, but the cost of which are hard for individual merchants to afford.
All to soon your drinks are gone and you find yourselves venturing back into the dark of day. This time the trip is in complete silence. You encounter no animal of any sort on your walk. No dogs. No birds. No eyes shining in the darkness.
It takes about fifteen minutes to walk back to the political district. Even though it is black as night you can see the fine craftsmanship of the building before you. Candles appear to shine from every window and a guard stands outside, his eyes trained on you.
Is there anything I can help you with? It is recommended all citizens stay inside for the time being.
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Monday May 11th, 2015 9:30:39 PM
During the quiet walk to find Stoatis Carter .... Peza mentions " so we need to figure out what we will ask him ?? .... i don't think a man of his ilk will just answer and admit to whatever he is up too "
" i will be the first to say i'm at a loss of what to say .... way too many questions and no answers .... we have barely a clue of what is happening .... i feel like we're just walking around in the dark hoping to stumble onto something .... "
"i say again how can something so vast be happening and nobody has any clue ??? absolutely no oppostion to whatever we're facing " finishes the ranger
Finnaly as they reach the politicians building .... " somebody is awake .... they certainly seem to have a plan .... guess we just go in and wreck the place ...." laughs Peza
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet d20+5=20 ; Monday May 11th, 2015 11:27:50 PM
Barratore shrugs at Peza, "He's a politician, he wont say anything useful without something in return. Don't know if he's a bad guy yet."
Barratore walks on and as the house comes into view, "he's home likely, with all the candles. and how did you know my secret knock Peza?"
Barratore stops about 8' from the doorman and nods at him, "We know, we're the ones that made the recommendation." But after that he looks towards Edson and Peza to talk to him. or even Tuesday. He found humans tended to ignore him, he assumed it was a racial prejudice.
While they talk , he takes in the surroundings. Perception 20
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=19 ; d20=18 ; Tuesday May 12th, 2015 11:28:28 AM
Brom walks through the darken streets. The perpetual night is a little unnerving, even for the seasoned warrior. Gods and there disputes had no place in the Wold.
"Ya," Brom says in response to the guard's statement. "We're looking inta what's goin' on. That's why we're here. We're here ta see yur boss. We have business with 'im. Get 'im."
Perception DC 19; Sense Motive DC 18
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+18=28 ; Tuesday May 12th, 2015 2:24:55 PM
"It's your breath," Edson says to Barratore, as he flashes a smile. " I think Peza should do the talking, she seems the most level headed of us all."
Edson follows the others up to the door, and takes a look at the house.
Perception 28
CoDM James Tuesday May 12th, 2015 5:21:15 PM
During the quiet walk to find Stoatis Carter Peza ponders what you will ask him.
Barratore shrugs at Peza, "He's a politician, he wont say anything useful without something in return. Don't know if he's a bad guy yet."
Brom walks through the darken streets. The perpetual night is a little unnerving, even for the seasoned warrior. Gods and there disputes had no place in the Wold. Perception DC 19; Sense Motive DC 18
"It's your breath," Edson says to Barratore, as he flashes a smile. b]" I think Peza should do the talking, she seems the most level headed of us all."[/b]
-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Having said your piece the guard shakes his head. I am sorry, but he will not be coming out today given all that has happened. If you wish to see him, I can show you in to the sitting room where he will be happy to see speak to you. Glancing at your weapons he adds, And I am sure you know that there are laws against drawing weapons in any building in the government district... you are unsure if there is any such rule, but Brom is sure the man is only trying to maintain the peace and detects no deception.
The man then waits by the door, content to let you talk among yourselves until you are ready...assuming you keep a respectable distance from the house. (ie. you can make any plans you want in peace)
As you wait nothing outside appears out of the ordinary, other than the lack of the sun, light or animals.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet Tuesday May 12th, 2015 9:12:53 PM
Barratore nods to Peza. Going inside was what he thought they wanted. As to the weapon thing, the man was telling them it's against the law to draw them and if all is on the up and up he had no need to do so and so that was fine by him.
The fighter chuckles though a bit, "If I have to pull my blade, breaking an ordinance is not my main concern." he says to Edson, but likely loud enough for any to hear including the guard.
Barratore could think of little when it came to prep or planning. "what are we going to say to him? Ask him about Gull port and the folks that volunteered to be sacrificed to some dark abysmal demigod? Don't think he'll volunteer much that way. "
He looks at Brom, "An we ain't here to beat on him."
"Cleric? Um Tillsdey, Tilley, Tuesday" Barratore almost lights up as he gets the man's name right in only 3 tries. "Tuesday, can you detect evil?"
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Tuesday May 12th, 2015 9:22:26 PM
Nodding as the guard informs them they can wait for the politician inside.... " ok we'll come in and wait ..."
Peza walks into the building ..... and takes a seat in the sitting room .... " hopefully he waon't make us wait too long"
CoDM James Tuesday May 12th, 2015 9:34:55 PM
ooc: I believe Tuesday is one walkabout. Shame, with the increasing prices of food, candles, etc his venturer could have made a killing.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet Wednesday May 13th, 2015 9:43:01 AM
OK Folks, there is just 4 of us left here. Barratore - Fighter Brom Barbarina Peza Ranger Edson Rogue
Dont want to play outside of our characters abilities, but we might need to stretch them a bit
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Wednesday May 13th, 2015 10:05:34 AM
Brom scoffs at Barratore's accusation. The barbarian gives the fighter a look, which Barratore can easily interpret as I don't always use violent negotiations.
"Not gonna hurt the guard...but this politician who's ta blame fer the dead in that port town, I make no promises." He says to the group as they discuss things before Peza gives the guard there answer.
He says to the guard. "Don't worry will ya, not pullin'." He holds out his forearm at a perpendicular angle from his body showing the guard the size of his fist. "Don't need it." He says as he walks in straight faced looking straight forward.
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Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Wednesday May 13th, 2015 12:37:42 PM
"Don't worry. The size of you two guys is enough to keep these guys in check. No need to draw weapons."
OOC: Uh Oh... don't need to check to know what that is about. Let me check anyway,,,, YEP.
CoDM James Wednesday May 13th, 2015 1:01:24 PM
Barratore nods to Peza. Going inside was what he thought they wanted. "what are we going to say to him? Ask him about Gull port and the folks that volunteered to be sacrificed to some dark abysmal demigod? Don't think he'll volunteer much that way. "
Peza nods as the guard informs them they can wait for the politician inside.... " ok we'll come in and wait ..." She then walks into the building ..... and takes a seat in the sitting room .... " hopefully he won't make us wait too long"
Brom scoffs at Barratore's accusation. The barbarian gives the fighter a look, which Barratore can easily interpret as I don't always use violent negotiations.
-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- ooc: Sorry, but our time table has been unexpectedly moved up. As a result I will be moving things along a bet faster then normal. If we leave a scene before all your questions are asked I will still try to answer them for you.
The guard brings you inside where a butler in a highly starched uniform leads you into a plush waiting room and directs you to several leather couches around a large coffee table. Mr. Carter will be down shortly. Can I get you a drink while you wait? Burbon or coffee perhaps?
The servant leaves and returns shortly with your drinks. Less than a minute later Carter enters the room. Good evening. I assume the reason you are hear has something to do with this infernal darkness, but I am at a loss as to how you think either shipping regulations or myself might be able to help. So tell me, what brings you here today? The man then holds up two fingers and the butler pours him a double, bringing the glass to the table.
As he sits down he sets a waterproof lamb skin bag on the table and opens it up. The bag is worn on the edges and looks to contain his most recent and relevant legal works and communications and is likely the bag he brings to his daily meetings. At the top of the pile is a letter sealed with red wax and a signet ring.
Perception 17 Highlight to display spoiler: {Only people of importance, guild leaders, politicians, and those with money and power seal their letters with signet rings. It is not a common practice in Rum} Perception 22 Highlight to display spoiler: {When you have had breakfast with Ceri you have seen her open several letters sealed with similar red wax.} Perception 27 Highlight to display spoiler: {That is the same wax symbol that was on the letter the vampires had referring to Ceri as a cow.}
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+18=22 ; d20+12=15 ; Wednesday May 13th, 2015 7:21:48 PM
Edson notices the red wax, but says nothing. He moves over to the servant and takes his drink. He walks around the room looking at anything of interest while he scouts the room. Did any guards stay in the room?
Perception 22
DM James No. It would appear the guard trusts you...at least more than whatever is said to be lurking about outside.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=16 ; d20=2 ; d20+13=16 ; d20+17=24 ; Thursday May 14th, 2015 12:34:10 PM
Brom doesn't recognize the red wax or its significance. He looks at the guys and says "I'm gonna get right to it. We know you were involved with what happened in Gulport. Your involved with some dark god that's trying to take on Gargul. I want to know what's the plans for Rum is." He looks at the guy straight in the eye as the guy responds. "I'd come clean..." He says and leaves the rest to the guys imagination.
Sense Motive DC 2, Perception DC 16, Intimidate DC 24
CoDM James Thursday May 14th, 2015 4:06:17 PM
ooc: Sorry, for not waiting longer, but with the new timeline I cannot wait extra long for everyone to post. I will try to accommodate if this is a problem.
Edson notices the red wax, but says nothing. He moves over to the servant and takes his drink. He walks around the room looking at anything of interest while he scouts the room.
Brom doesn't recognize the red wax or its significance. He looks at the guys and says "I'm gonna get right to it. We know you were involved with what happened in Gulport. Your involved with some dark god that's trying to take on Gargul. I want to know what's the plans for Rum is." He looks at the guy straight in the eye as the guy responds. "I'd come clean..." He says and leaves the rest to the guys imagination.
-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Carter pays little attention to Edson's wandering about the room. The art and decorations in this house are beautiful and well chosen. Nothing made by anyone famous or particularly valuable, but it is clear that whoever purchased them has an eye for undiscovered talent.
Suddenly Brom looks the man in the eyes and speaks what is on his mind. The man appears a bit startled. What are you babbling about? I am a bureaucrat, a paper pusher, not a cleric. I know nothing about gods or darkness, and all I know about "plans for Rum" are that it is planned to be the next big trade route just as Gullport had been. That is until Rum was established and determined to be a superior location. Carter pulls the top letter with the red wax seal out of his bag and hands it to you. It is filled with recommendations made by the Shipping Guild on rules and regulations that it recommends Rum implement. The letter is signed S.G.
Hidalgo Conti brought theses in to me. He is now the Head of the Shipping Guild. From what I gather he talked the Lord High Mayor of Plateau City, Sturtevant, and was a crucial player in the establishing of a strategically-located port city to act as a gateway to exploration and trade with lands west of the South Yrthian Archipelago, the City of Rum. Rumor is that he was part of a huge construction project, hoping to establish a settlement that could supply the massive army of builders required for the project. They tried to out-race the forming Fixer Fleet and establish a settlement of Gullport. Unfortunately they miscalculated where Rum would ultimately end up. Gullport is now on a practically barren island that was too far away from Rum to be of any significance to us or the trade route with the Main Land. (Barratore detects no deceit in the mans words.)
Local 15 or Profession Sailor 12 Highlight to display spoiler: {A careful study shows that the rules would be most advantageous to the large guild. It would have the more lenient taxes and tariffs than most of the Wold, but just enough regulations to make it difficult for small shippers to comply with the regulations.} Knowledge Local 12Highlight to display spoiler: { You once again remember that in the vampire's mansion there was a strange poem you has presumed was written by the departed. I lived a life of theft and lies Was a man of great despise I paid the debt such men must pay My death to be a great display Imagine then their great surprise When in the darkness I did rise} Knowledge Local 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You also remember that when dealing with the Vampires who were taking out important figures in Rum that you found a letter stating As you are aware, we have suffered several setbacks recently and have a few problems that need to be dealt with. The men we hired were unable to prevent the minotaur captain from reaching the island, forcing us to change our plans. The cow is no longer a hindrance and is to be left alone, but make sure her "League Adventurers" will not interfere in our plans again.
We also need you to locate a man named Jacaret and make sure he does not reveal his plans. He is a tall fixer identifiable by his silver cloak containing the symbol of Alemi, three overlapping silver circles contained within a third circle.
S.G.} If the previous check was successful Knowledge Local 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You recognize the symbol of Alemi consisting of three overlapping silver circles contained within a third circle was worn by a man that bought them drinks after Theringer's funeral.} If previous check was successful Knowledge Local 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You remember that Jacaret had created much of the finer architecture in the city. Including one large project you heard about, but never looked into.}
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Knowledge 5 Highlight to display spoiler: { It is beginning to become clear that someone has been working very hard behind the scenes since before the founding of Rum. You are beginning to see little clues in every adventure you have had that seemed insignificant at the time, but if followed up on could have drastically changed Rums outcome.}
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+4=13 ; d20+4=11 ; d20+4=18 ; d20+4=17 ; d20+4=12 ; d20+12=29 ; Thursday May 14th, 2015 5:01:43 PM
It all starts making sense to Edson. The elf was smart, but he initially missed this all.
To the man Edson speaks Elvish... " What happened to the town of Gullport? " The question is asked not for an answer but to see if the man answers him and speaks Elvish. (Bluff 29).
If... and only if the man doesn't answer him, Edson turns to Peza and continues in Elvish , hoping the others understand. " The Shipping Guild, or more importantly their leader is involved in this. Those papers and the ones in the Vampires den are both signed SG, perhaps shipping guild. But its all tied in.. the guild, the vampires, the darkness. There are probably more of these vampires in town now."
Turning back to the man he adds in comonn " is Mr. Conti in town?"
CoDM James Thursday May 14th, 2015 5:14:56 PM
The man does not speak elvish.
Mr. Conti? No, I do not believe so. Hidalgo Conti has not been here in many weeks, not since he brought me these documents. As a hereditary member of the Shipping Guild he is very busy. He is the one who thought of this shipping route, did a lot of the initial groundwork to explore the feasibility for the project and even managed to get the blessing of the Lord High Mayor Sturtevent for this proposal. He is a very driven and business minded man. I think the only reason he cam is person is because the settlement of Rum was not where he predicted and the shipping guild has a vested interest in this trade route. Normally they just send messengers and letters on their ships.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet d20+5=13 ; d20-1=14 ; d20-1=8 ; Thursday May 14th, 2015 7:37:31 PM
Barratore notices little about the room other than the very obvious things. He takes the offer of a drink and has a seat. His addition to the conversation comes from where he got the information in the first place.
"The issue is that we have contacted those in Gulport who were sacrificed or rather who were tricked into being sacrificed to this Dark One and those souls, currently stranded here in Rum, have named you. We know a Grim of Gargul was tracking the darkness from Gulport to here and after he got here the Grim called Dread was arrested and executed. We have killed several creatures of the foulest other worldly sort and have stopped what we know to have been another sacrifice to this Dark One upon your very docks. We have destroyed multiple vampire threats and know that more are likely about and this darkness is a beautiful way for them to take full time control of Rum."
Barratore takes a drink from the glass he was offered. "We are not going to permit that from happening. Right now and right here though, we have you as a lead. We also feel pressed for time and we are not diplomats."
CoDM James Thursday May 14th, 2015 8:25:06 PM
The man looks a Barratore quite confused, and it is clear that if Rum was not bathed in blackness that he would be referring you to the nut house. I have never been to Gullport, nor have I had any dealing there. I believe that was a man named Bittern. I know no more about this than you do, less it would seem. I met with Hidalgo Conti only twice. Once shortly before the Leviathan shrimp were discovered and once a couple weeks after, and that was mainly concerning the purchase and construction of docs so they could have their own designated lane. Like I said, he foresaw the use of Rum for shipping lanes, and the discovery of the shrimp caused that investment to pay off even greater than expected.
once again you get the feeling he is telling the truth.
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Thursday May 14th, 2015 9:12:54 PM
Listening as questions get asked and answered ..... Peza settles in her chair trying to piece together the puzzle ....
" there is still a lot of things that don't connect .... at least on the surface ......this Dark one is a presence here in RUM .... it has support from many factions .... but they are all well hidden .... a very closed group that has a long reach around the city and those that come here ..... "
"We need to figure out somehow to draw them out .... throw some light on them .... but i'm sure it has to do with this Hidalgo conti.... he must have made a deal .... a dark deal .... he had too much on the hook .... he would of been ruined if his expedition didnt succeed .... as they say follow the money "
" You have any idea where Hidalgo Conti is ?? "
CoDM James Thursday May 14th, 2015 9:42:14 PM As I said, I believe he is back on the Main Land in Plateau City. I know nothing about this "Dark One", and it doesn't seem like the sort of thing he would be involved with. He was a business man, and seemed to do everything by the books. Not the sort of person to get his hands dirty. He spoke with some politician about setting up his shipping route, visited with the new head of the WLA which I assume was about protection, and he dropped by the edifice.
knowledge local 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You remember Ceri mentioning at one of your breakfast meeting that the talk of the town was that the fixers were building some great new edifice that was sure to become a sight tourists will want to see when visiting Rum and reflect the greatness the is Rum. At the time it did not seem important, so it was not followed up on. Strangely, you do not recall much other talk about this edifice.}
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet d20-1=9 ; Friday May 15th, 2015 4:44:08 PM
"Fine," Barratore stands abruptly, he's done with this man. "The dead of Gullport blame Bittern and Conti for gaining their trust and ultimately causing their deaths. And they say the same thing is happening here. You were specifically mentioned as a helping hand in all of this. Right now, i believe you. Conti is well beyond our reach on the mainland then. Is this Bittern person here in Rum?"
Barratore looks to the others, "Pretty much another dead end here"
The minotaur has more to say but it is pretty apparent he does not want to discuss it in front of Stoatis
Know Local 9
CoDM James Friday May 15th, 2015 5:19:35 PM
As Carter answers your questions Barratore once again feels his vision begin to cloud and fade out of the physical realm. Those around the large taur notice he himself is harder to focus on. Reflex Save 12 to touch Barratore Highlight to display spoiler: { You also see what he sees, slipping partly into the Shadowlands with him.}
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As the land of the living slowly fades the Shadowlands once again reveal themselves to you. You find yourself standing in a large throne room where, oblivious to your presence, a man pleading for his life. It takes a moment for your eyes to adjust, but after a couple seconds you realize it is Angeni, former leader of the Cabal Nocturn. I beg of you, have mercy on me. I was set up. I never should have been put to death. I am innocent of that murder. Please, let me serve you.
On the other side of the room, sitting on a large throne is the most intimidating figure you have ever seen...before you stands a god! His voice echoes like thunder and emanates with power.
HOW DARE YOU PETITION ME!!! YOU, WHO WOULD WILLINGLY GIVE AWAY THEIR IMMORTAL AND EVERLASTING SOUL!!! YOU, WHO THOUGHT SO LITTLE OF YOUR GREATEST GIFT THAT YOU BARTERED IT AWAY FOR PETTY GAINS IN LIFE!!! I WILL NOT INTERVENE FOR ONE SUCH AS YOU AND RECLAIM IN DEATH WHAT YOU GAVE AWAY TO BILLOOPL FREELY IN LIFE. THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACT SHALL BE UPHELD AND YOU WILL BE RETURNED TO THE DEEP CREVASSE TO SERVE YOUR CHOEN MASTER!!!
The man lowers his face to the ground and he swallows as he hears his fate has been sealed. He nods slowly and swallows before raising looking back up and staring Gargul straight in the eyes. I am sorry. Please, my mistakes were mine, but the children...please...they had no part in this. Spare the lives of my followers.
Once again the god's voice reverberates across the room, as loud and powerful as ever, but somehow less harsh. THAT MATTER HAS ALREADY BEEN DEALT WITH. OTHERS HAVE ALREADY SPARED THOSE WHO WOULD HAVE BEEN BROUGHT DOWN BY YOUR GREED, AND UNLIKE YOU, THEY HAVE TIME TO ERNESTLY REPENT OF THEIR DEEDS. YOU HAVE NO IDEA THE THINGS YOUR ACTS HAVE SET IN MOTION. FORTUNATELY WE WERE ABEL TO COME TO AN ARRANGEMENT.
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The wold then returns to focus and you are bc in the waiting room. No time appears to have passed.
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 d20+12=23 ; Friday May 15th, 2015 8:52:07 PM
Reflex save d20+12=23
Reacting quickly as Barratore starts to fade .... Peza reaches out to touch his arm ..... she watches in stunned awe at the scene .... listening to their conversation ...... the ranger blurts out
" he speaks the truth ....." is all she can manage before the Wold returns from the realm of the shadowlands
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+13=24 ; Friday May 15th, 2015 9:20:28 PM
Edson grabs at Barratore and then he sees what the Minotaur saw. His eyes go wide at the site of a god, amd his mouth begins to form the words of his namw even though no sound comes out. Once back he looks around to make sure everyone is Ok. "We saved the children !"
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+6=11 ; d20+13=23 ; Saturday May 16th, 2015 3:00:10 PM
Brom doesn't react fast enough to grab his friend. He stands there on alert as things happen. His instinct is to draw his sword , and he has his hand on the hilt ready to eliminate any threat.
Reflex Save DC 11; Perception DC 23
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet Sunday May 17th, 2015 6:50:17 PM
Barratore sucks in his breath and holds it for a moment as things go grey again and the living wold fades. Even though he is not being spoken too, Barratore tries to kneel and drop his gaze. This was something he should not be seeing, should not be hearing and should not be part of. The proud minotaur of the Starlight clan has never really known fera until this moment. The power, the authority, the sheer will that emminated across the room was more than humbling. Barratore quickly knows he will have no words for his friends when this passes, if this passes. For surely Gargul knows he is there and what might such a being think to the audacity of a mortal to intrude upon him such.
Upon his return, Barratore can only exhale and say, "Angeni is dead, a former follower of Gargul it seems who made a pact with Billboop. I think Bittern is our next stop."
CoDM James Monday May 18th, 2015 5:22:34 PM
Peza - Reacting quickly as Barratore starts to fade and watches in stunned awe...the ranger blurts out "he speaks the truth ....." before the Wold returns from the realm of the shadowlands.
Edson grabs at Barratore. His eyes go wide at the site of a god, and his mouth begins to form the words of his name, even though no sound comes out. Once back he looks around to make sure everyone is Ok. "We saved the children !"
Brom doesn't react fast enough to grab his friend. His instinct is to draw his sword, and he has his hand on the hilt ready to eliminate any threat.
Barratore sucks in his breath and holds it for a moment as things go grey again and the living wold fades. Even though he is not being spoken too, Barratore tries to kneel and drop his gaze, for surely Gargul knows he is there...he is certain Gargul knows he is there intruding into his realm.
Upon his return, Barratore can only exhale and say, "Angeni is dead, a former follower of Gargul it seems who made a pact with Billboop. I think Bittern is our next stop."
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Carter looks confused at the sudden exchange of words, apparently unaware of anything having taken place. Kids? Billoopl? What are you talking about? And the only Bittern I have ever heard of is in Gullport. I think this darkness is getting to your heads. He then finishes his drink and stand up, a not so subtle suggestion that this meeting is over.
At first it would appear that with Bittern and Cortez and Conti were dead ends, but then you remember that Carter mentioned Conti visiting Ceri and the Edifice. You also recall that Harper was looking into the matter of Barratore's dual residence in the Shadowlands.
Ooc: I to be move this along since we only have a a couple weeks to complete this module, but if you have any last questions on your way out I will answer them.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=30 ; Monday May 18th, 2015 8:43:43 PM
Brom relaxes as there doesn't seem to be any danger. He looks at Carter before leaving. "Not the darkness, things ya just don't know about."
Outside Brom says. "Ya want ta check out this statue thing before headin' back ta see Harper?"
Perception DC 30
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Monday May 18th, 2015 9:47:52 PM
"Sounds like a good idea Brom .... sooner or later we'll catch a break and piece togther some of the clues ... we're chasing ghosts .... we need to shine some light into this darkness .... for the people of Rum and our own sanity "
"Thanks for your help " adds Peza to Carter
"Lets get a steppin guys .... time is of the essence .... this darkness isnt going away until we figure this out "
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Tuesday May 19th, 2015 6:48:11 AM
" To the edifice then?" Edson asks to the group As he downs the Remenants of the drink in his hand. He puts the empty glass down and swipes any untouched drinks on the table and downs them as well.
"Liquid Courage" he adds to the official.
CoDM James Tuesday May 19th, 2015 4:12:14 PM
As you walk towards the edifice your heat begins to pound and you find your foot steps begin to fall in unison. The journey seems to take longer than expected, likely due to the fact that with every step your hearts pond harder and louder. It doesn't take long before you are sure that anyone that might be passing by can hear, the sound is so loud. Suddenly you hear it, a rhythmic chanting that fill the night air like dreadful knocking as if the devil himself was requesting entry to Rum.
A moment later you turn the corner and come face to face with the edifice, that thing sure to become a sight tourists will want to see when visiting Rum and which would reflect the greatness the is Rum. Not a statue or a monument as some had expected, but a large green and ivory colored building on the edge of the island. Next to it is a large pool, the edge of which contains a great arch connecting it to the sea. You are unsure if this is a church or a government building, but the large gilded doors are cracked open and the strange chanting continues from within.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+19=22 ; d20+18=37 ; Tuesday May 19th, 2015 5:39:52 PM
Edson sneaks up to the open door to peer inside.
Stealth 22 Perception 37
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet d20+5=11 ; Tuesday May 19th, 2015 9:54:04 PM
Barratore looks over at Carter and blurts, "Oh shut up." The others getting up to leave, distract him from saying more and he departs.
Once outside Barratore brings up his other thought, "The new captain might be in on this."
Barratore moves along as best as he can and upon rounding the corner he heads quickly towards the doors. He is not nearly as stealthy as Edson, but he pulls up about 15' short of the door so that Edson has a chance to quietly look in and report
Perception 11
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 64/94 (84/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=16 ; Tuesday May 19th, 2015 11:48:19 PM
Barratore's words strike harder than any the man has heard. Betrayed by a comrade, a member of the WLA, their captain...Brom's blood begins to boil. "Fer her sake, she better not be..." He says.
Like Barratore, Brom pulls up short of the doors and waits for Edson to scout. Brom's sword is out and he is itching to slaughter cultists.
CoDM James d20=20 ; Wednesday May 20th, 2015 5:00:18 PM
Edson sneaks up to the open door to peer inside, the people's chanting covering up any sound from his stealthy movements.
Once outside Barratore brings up his other thought, "The new captain might be in on this." Barratore then moves along as best as he can and pulls up about 15' short of the door so that Edson has a chance to quietly look in and report.
Bom feels Barratore's words strike harder than any the man has heard. Betrayed by a comrade, a member of the WLA, their captain...Brom's blood begins to boil. "Fer her sake, she better not be..." He says. Like Barratore, Brom pulls up short of the doors and waits for Edson to scout.
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Inside the building dozens of robed figures stand chanting words long forgotten. The room is a sea of green, their heads moving like the waves of the ocean. At the front of the room several figures stand, set apart in their robes trimmed in gold and silver. Behind them stands a serpentine altar somehow reminiscent of the one you saw when rescuing the marooned sailors, the type worshiped by the Sea hags in the 4th age of the Wold before the Cataclysm.
As you scan the people you are relieved by just one thing, no one there is over 8ft tall with large horns sticking out from under their robes, and most in the crowd are of average size if not smaller.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 76/106Character Sheet Wednesday May 20th, 2015 10:09:20 PM
Barratore waits for Edson to report back. Once he has heard the details of what is going on, Barratore readies his shield. His blade remains sheathed to free his hand to drink a potion or two before the assault. Barratore plans to drink a fly potion and mirror image philter and then blast into the room
The fighter looks to the others, "Gargul's waiting for them and Imod is with us."
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Wednesday May 20th, 2015 10:47:20 PM
Edson heads back and relays what he saw. He takes his bow out, and readies his arrows. "What's the plan?"
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 87/94 (107/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d8=3 ; d8=7 ; d8=1 ; d8=8 ; d20+13=29 ; Thursday May 21st, 2015 3:16:38 PM
"Charge in and send 'm all ta Gargul..." He says in response to Edson. Brom drinks a CSW potion and plans to drink an Enlarge potion before going in.
CSW potion: heals 23.
Perception DC 23
CoDM James Thursday May 21st, 2015 3:47:06 PM
ooc: Has anyone heard from Peza / Chris? Are you all ready to enter the temple?
CoDM James Thursday May 21st, 2015 5:39:27 PM
As you stand at the temple door you make your last second plans. Do you go in swinging or casting spells? To you try to start a dialogue? Would it b better to attack those closest you or focus on those i the front of the room? As you decide the seconds tick by.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 101/106Character Sheet d8=6 ; d8=1 ; d8=4 ; d8=8 ; d4=2 ; Thursday May 21st, 2015 8:38:41 PM
Barratore had forgotten he was wounded until Brom drank a potion. He smirks and drinks one as well. (Heals 25) "I'm not for killing everything that moves in there. Some might be like them stupid kids. Might not have to kill me all. We go in loud, see who runs and who stands. Those that stand we give one chance to sit and then we put them down."
"Edson trail in behind me and Brom"
With that, BarrTore drinks the fly potion and then the toros philter of Mirror Image
Barratore pulls open the doors and moves inside with a great bellow. "I am Barratore Steelwind of the Starlight clan and I am ending this darkness!
Fly speed 40 49/50 Mirror image 3 images 30/30
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 Thursday May 21st, 2015 9:25:22 PM
" I'll stay by the door and give you bow support. Im only attacking any I see being aggressive."
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Thursday May 21st, 2015 9:33:17 PM
Peza follows closely behind her friends ..... staying quiet she nods as Edson does his recon .... she quietly and smoothly unslings her crossbow ..... snapping a mgaical bolt into place [ screaming bolt ]
As Barratore bellows his challenge ..... she fires the bolt down the middle of the room .... it screams a wide [20' ] path behind it
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 87/94 (107/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+18=27 ; d20+19=31 ; 3d6+13=22 ; Friday May 22nd, 2015 9:20:01 AM
Seeing Barratore drink down a couple of potions, Brom drinks down his Enlarge potion too.
He follows Barratore in with his sword out. "Surrender, or yur gonna die! The barbarian stands next to the minotaur, his frame is now larger than that of Barratore's. His massive frame exudes an aura of bad dude.
AoO for his now 10-ft reach: AC 31, damage 22 (used for opponents who are attacking and not for opponents that appear to be fleeing past Brom)
Intimidate DC 27
Spells: Enlarge (10/10)
DM James I had to change a word due to language. There was a language reminder on the DM board this week.
CoDM James Friday May 22nd, 2015 4:37:35 PM
Barratore remembers how many of the Cabal turned out to be mere children, "I'm not for killing everything that moves in there. Some might be like them stupid kids. Might not have to kill me all. We go in loud, see who runs and who stands. Those that stand we give one chance to sit and then we put them down." He then drinks several potions and proceeds to layout a plan.
Edson agrees to stay by the door and give support, but will only attacking those being aggressive.
Peza draws her crossbow as well as a screaming bolt.
Brom drinks an enlarge potion and follows behind Barratore.
As soon as Barratore finishes drinking his toros philter of Mirror Image several copies of the large taur open the doors and moves inside with a great bellow. In unison they chime,"I am Barratore Steelwind of the Starlight clan and I am ending this darkness!
Immediately behind him Brom charges in with his sword out. "Surrender, or yur gonna die! The barbarian stands next to the minotaur, his frame is now larger than that of Barratore's. His massive frame exudes an aura of bad dude.
SCREECH!!!!! Peza follows closely behind her friends and fires the bolt down the middle of the room. Chaos erupts as followers drop to the ground or try to escape through the windows. Only those in the front of the room appear unaffected.
Edson stays in the doorway, watching for any signs of aggression, and he is not disappointed. Three of the leaders in the front begin draw swords. Come at us then. We have awoken the ancient power of this land! Do you really think you can defeat us? Come at us then!
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+13=19 ; d20+8=18 ; d8+1=4 ; d8+1=2 ; Saturday May 23rd, 2015 12:34:17 AM
Edson fires twice at G-14. He looked aggressive enough for the elf.
Hit ac 20, 4 dmg Hit Ac 19. 2 Dmg
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 101/106Character Sheet d20+18=31 ; 4d8+16=35 ; d20+18=22 ; d20+18=23 ; 2d8+16=24 ; 2d8+16=26 ; Monday May 25th, 2015 2:52:52 PM
Barratore uses the flight granted from his potion to move straight ahead just above the floor. (Charge move to J/14) "Then we will destroy that as well!" He calls back. Barratore draws his great blade as he propels across the floor
(Charge, power attack, vital strike hit AC 31. DMG 35. Target h/12) AoO if needed hit AC 22/23. DMG 24/26
Fly speed 40 48/50 Mirror image 3 images 29/30
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 d20+16=35 ; d20+16=27 ; d20+11=22 ; d8+1=4 ; d8+1=4 ; d8+1=5 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=5 ; Monday May 25th, 2015 9:27:34 PM
Snapping a bolt into place as her eyes sweep the room .... watching most scatter or dive for cover ...
"Yeah ... we'll bring this place down upon you " responds Peza as she lets fly a salvo at the one who spoke " Waards luck is on our side " as she sees he bolts slam home "
Temple beast shot d20+16=35 ! crit hit !!~ damage d8+1=4 shock damage d6=4 total damage 8 crit roll d20+16=27 ! woot !! damage d8+1=4 shock damage d6=3 total damage 7 2nd shot d20+11=22 hit ?? damage d8+1=5 shock damage d6=5 total damage 10
the raven haired girl keeps loading bolts as she shiffles a few steps forward [ 5'ft move ]
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 87/94 (107/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=19 ; d20+21=41 ; d20+21=23 ; 3d6+16=28 ; 3d6+16=30 ; Tuesday May 26th, 2015 9:46:17 AM
Brom moves to M10/N9. The large man has his sword out ready to end the lives of the usurpers.
Perception DC 19
AoO, for reach: AC 41 (threat, AC 23 to confirm), damage 28 (add 30 more if crit)
Rage: 11/24 Enlarge: 9/10
CoDM James d20=8 ; 3d6=9 ; 3d6=7 ; Tuesday May 26th, 2015 6:51:07 PM
At the drawing of swords Edson fires twice deciding the act aggressive enough to justify the act. The first arrow hits its mark, burying itself deep into one of the cleric's side.
Barratore uses the flight granted from his potion to move straight ahead just above the floor. "Then we will destroy that as well!" He calls back. Barratore draws his great blade as he propels across the floor, his attack doing naturally large amounts of damage. (Vital Strike cannot be used with a charge reference. I learned this after typing this post, so the extra dmg counts this time.)
Peza snaps a bolt into place as her eyes sweep the room .... watching most scatter or dive for cover "Yeah ... we'll bring this place down upon you " responds Peza as she lets fly a salvo at the one who spoke. (forward center) Waards luck is on our side " as she sees he bolts slam home.
Brom then moves moves forward, his sword out ready to end the lives of the usurpers. Perception DC 19 AoO, for reach: AC 41 (threat, AC 23 to confirm), damage 28 (add 30 more if crit) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
As Brom and Barratore move forward and attack the cleric in the centers eye's seem to glaze over and they feel the air seem to thicken as if the room is closing I around them. Will Save 18, if failed Highlight to display spoiler: { As you approach the enemy you feel him giving off an aura of madness. Visions of creatures long since dead and better off unremembered fill your head. Humanoid figures with tentacles dangling from their face seem to surround you and you find yourself awash in confusion}
Feeling a bit out of sorts? The man on the left asks as he engages the the enlarged Brom. The man swings, but not hard enough to pierce the barbarian's tough armor. Brom, on the other hand, retaliates (AoO) and nearly takes the man's arm off.
A moment later lightning rains down from the ceiling as the woman on the right calls out, You think you can defeat us who have been granted the powers and riches of the deep? Your bodies will be sent to the watery depths before this is through! (Brom takes 9 electrical damage, Barratore takes 7)
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 d20+16=34 ; d20+16=23 ; d20+11=26 ; d8+1=2 ; d8+1=2 ; d8+1=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; d6=3 ; Tuesday May 26th, 2015 9:15:44 PM
Filled with confidence .... Peza keeps firing .... her bolts hitting home in a tight group ....
" Defeat you ... Yes ... you''ll be vanquished and food for the crabs .... " retorts the ranger
Temple beast shot d20+16=34 crit hit !! damage d8+1=2 shock damage d6=3 total damage = 5 crit roll d20+1=23 damage d8+1=2 shock damage d6=6 total damage 8 2nd shot d20+11=26 ! damage d8+1=4 shock damage d6=3 total damage [/b] 7 [/b] Totaloverall damage = 20
Smoothly reloading bolt after bolt .... Peza shuffles a few steps forward [ 5'ft move ]
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 94/106Character Sheet d20+5=11 ; d20+19=35 ; d20+12=24 ; 2d8+16=25 ; 2d8+16=32 ; Tuesday May 26th, 2015 10:04:01 PM
Will save 11 Failed. I like the description but i think something got cut off. There is no game affect listed with the fail
Barratore sidesteps and clenches his eyes tightly for a moment as the spell washes over him and even stranger things are pulled from his nightmares than simple dead people. He steps left, setting up a flank for Brom and strikes again at the head cleric in front of him
5' move to J/13 Attack H/12 Power Attack Hit AC 32/23 Dmg 25+32 (first roll should have been at +16 b/c of Power Attack and the second at +11)
Fly speed 40 47/50 Mirror image 3 images 28/30
DM James Thanks, the link got dropped somehow. It was supposed to say confusion. It has been corrected now.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 94/106Character Sheet d100=9 ; Wednesday May 27th, 2015 7:34:20 AM
Barratore's confusion roll 9, act normally. Yay my post remains....
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 87/94 (107/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+6=9 ; d100=45 ; Wednesday May 27th, 2015 11:48:24 AM
The visage of the man-thing sends waves of mental energy washing into the barbarian's mind. The sudden onslaught confuses the man and he stands there babbling incoherently.
Will save DC 9, confusion roll 45
Current AC 19 Rage: 12/24 Enlarge: 8/10
CoDM James Wednesday May 27th, 2015 7:26:19 PM
Peza - Filled with confidence keeps firing, her bolts hitting home in a tight group in their quarry. "You''ll be vanquished and food for the crabs .... "
Barratore feels the strange aura wash over him, and although he feels himself scumming to it he manages to keep fighting and sidesteps as he clenches his eyes tightly for a moment. He steps left, setting up a flank for Brom and strikes again at the head cleric in front of him. As his blade finds its mark and the cleric dies Barratore feels the aura dissipate.
Brom stands still as the visage of the man-thing sends waves of mental energy washing into the barbarian's mind. The sudden onslaught confuses the man and he stands there babbling incoherently. Finally the feeling leaves as Barratore strikes down the center cleric.
As Brom and Barratore feel the oppressive aura leave them the cleric next to Brom allows his eyes to glaze over and you once again feel the air thicken as if the room is closing. Will Save 18, if failed Highlight to display spoiler: { You feel the cleric giving off an aura of madness. Visions of creatures long since dead and better off unremembered fill your head. Among the more terrifying visions is a creature whose name no lips dare speak aloud, and who gnaws hungrily in inconceivable, unlighted chambers beyond time amidst the muffled, maddening beating of vile drums and the thin, monotonous whine of accursed flutes; to which detestable pounding and piping dance slowly, awkwardly, and absurdly the gigantic ultimate gods, the blind, voiceless, tenebrous, mindless messenger of crawling chaos.}
In the back of the room the last cleric puts her hand on a holy symbol and begins chanting, casting some sort of spell.
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 d20+16=27 ; d20+11=19 ; d8+1=2 ; d6=5 ; Wednesday May 27th, 2015 9:09:59 PM
A small grin of satisfaction as her target falls ..... she spots Brom standing still .... [i] " thats odd . he 's normally a blur of agression ..... she quickly focuses on his foe amd fires a salvo to support her friend
d20+16=27 ack no crit ;-) damage d8+1=2 shock damage d6=5 total damage 7 d20+11=19 missed no damage
"Edson .... fire at Brom's foe .... i think he is enspelled of some sort "
Peza again shuffles a little closer to the mighty duo of warriors [5'ft move forward]
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+14=18 ; d20+9=22 ; d8+1=7 ; d8+1=3 ; Wednesday May 27th, 2015 9:22:23 PM
Edson takes Peza's suggestion and fires at the cleric facing Brom. Both arrows look good as they leave the bow.
Hit ac 22, 7 dmg Hit ac 18, 3 Dmg
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 94/106Character Sheet d20+5=14 ; d100=84 ; d20+16=23 ; d20+11=20 ; 2d8+16=22 ; 2d8+16=27 ; Wednesday May 27th, 2015 9:44:55 PM
Barratore growls as the first spell leaves his mind. he is about to adjust for a further tactical advantage when the second spell tears into him. Barratore's mind reels and seeks haven at the furthest reaches and earliest memories, but even there the hunger calls for him in t the darkness. he is small and helpless, in the corner of his fathers hut as the things attack the Starlight clan. Brays of pain and anguish reach his ears from beyond the thin walls. The door bursts open and his father begins to enter with his uncle Metascar. Both great warriors but now their eyes rounded with fear. Barratore hears them scream something and then he is coated in a hot vegetable soup. The two taurs falls forward with a squishing thud. Looking down the young Barratore knows now that he is covered in their blood and internal organs where their chests have exploded.
Barratore screams aloud, That is not what happened! DIE!" he strikes the thing in front of him. DIE!! he strikes again with all the pain a lost child now grown can muster
confusion 84 attack the nearest creature L/11 Power Attack Hit AC 23/20 DMG 22/27
Fly speed 40 46/50 Mirror image 3 images 27/30
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 87/94 (107/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+6=26 ; d100=99 ; d20+18=27 ; d20+13=33 ; d20+13=20 ; 3d6+25=32 ; 3d6+25=36 ; 3d6+25=31 ; Thursday May 28th, 2015 9:55:48 AM
Unlike before Brom resists the mental attack from the cleric. Fueled with a renewed anger, the barbarian strikes at the man in front of him.
Attack (PA): AC 27, AC 33 (threat, AC 20 confirm crit); damage 32, 36 (67 if crit)
Current AC 19 Rage: 13/24 remaining Enlarge: 3/10 remaining
CoDM James Thursday May 28th, 2015 7:18:42 PM
Peza grins with satisfaction as her target falls. Then she spots Brom standing still .... [i] " thats odd . he 's normally a blur of agression[i] ..... she quickly focuses on his foe amd fires a salvo to support her friend. Once again the ranger proves her worth as one of the two bolts find its mark.
Edson takes Peza's suggestion and fires at the cleric facing Brom. Both arrows look good as they leave the bow, but only one hits.
Barratore is taken over by the madness and strikes out at the thing closest him...fortunately that is one of the green clerics and not Brom as both blows connect sending forth a rain of blood and sinue.
Brom clears his head and resists the new attack. Fueled with a renewed anger, the barbarian strikes at the man in front of him. The enlarged barbarian swings his enhanced sword and watches as it tears the mans arms clean off. The cleric drops to his knees before collapsing face down on the floor.
Fools! You think you have won? The green clad woman yells. Our souls belong to the Lord of the Deep, not to Gargul. We took down the best of his servants in this very room, and with our deaths He Shall Rise and we will remain to serve him! With that her arms thrust towards the ground and lightning once again rains down from the ceiling and envelopes her. When the air clears all that remains is the smell of burnt flesh and ozone.
As you look around you notice the shattered shards of a mirror, laid out in a rough approximation of how the mirror would have looked when whole lies on the altar with its silver frame laying close by. The glass of the shards present seems suspiciously clouded in places as if the mirror has trapped the image of something reflected on its surface.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 33 (T 14 FF 26), CMD: 31; HP: 94/106Character Sheet Thursday May 28th, 2015 11:28:08 PM
Barratore looks at the crazy woman as she falls and the other two, already dead. "Yea. I do think we won." Barratore has had enough of mirrors and has no intention of playing with another one. "Peza. I say we set the whole place alight
Fly speed 40 45/50 Mirror image 3 images 26/30
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 23 (T 14, FF 23, Raged 21), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 87/94 (107/114 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+13=20 ; Friday May 29th, 2015 4:21:10 PM
Brom nods at Barratore's statement to the pile of barbecue, but the battle hardened warrior thinks that couldn't been all there was to it. He notices the mirror on the floor and thinks that since this started with a mirror, that's where it will end.
Sword still drawn, Brom moves up to the mirror and examines it without touching it. He looks over it to see if there is something special about it, including looking into the pieces.
Perception DC 20
Current AC 19 Rage: 14/24 used Enlarge: 4/10 used
Peza / Chris / updated CS coming soon Hp 77/55 Friday May 29th, 2015 9:51:36 PM
A little perplexed at the womens sacrifice..... her attention is drawn as she watchjes Brom study the broken mirror .... she also approachs it ...... at little hesitant to look but she does it anyway .... they needed to figure out what they are facing ....
" Barratore got a new shadow from a mirror .... i'm sure this has similar properties of some sort ... something trapped in the mirror or released .... intresting to note that they claimed they killed the previous serrvants of whatever they worship "
DM James That was meant to imply Gargul's servant, not the Lord of the Deep.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 17/57 d20+14=15 ; d20+9=11 ; Friday May 29th, 2015 10:20:08 PM
Two more arrows fly from Edson's bow, but neither comes close.
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