Waiting is the hardest part.....DMBZ Thursday November 12th, 2015 9:58:43 PM
The Diamond (Blades?) make their way to the council. it is a long walk through a crowded city. The ruffians that the sailors warned you about don't seem very interested in mixing it up with such an obviously well-armed group. On the way through the Fence level where the docks are contained, you pass several bars. One of them, the 'Rusty Scabbard' is advertising an arm-wrestling competition to take place later that night. You pass the Giggling Ghost, and several bards can be heard performing from within. Food and drink promises to be available in abundance, but first you have a report to make.
You travel through four other levels of the city. Then you reach the top, the 'Open Air Level' as it is known by residents. You travel through the Diamond Midway and head directly to the Palace of the Overlord. There are numerous residents waiting in line ahead of you, come to plead their own cases before the Overlord. You can see several members of the council in attendance, including Tarshas, the centaur Tourism Advisor, The Mistress of Turtles Cris Webfoot, the High Advisor, Markus Simpson and Olathe Pelipa -- Liontaur Overlord of the Floating City.
As you get closer, a clerk asks you to state your business with the Overlord, and gives you some paperwork to fill out while you wait. "Please return it to me before you address the council, so that I may add notes to it as needed."
Only two hours later, you are next in line and the man before you pleads his case. He claims his store on merchant level was robbed and says that other stores have been robbed also. The total damages in this case do not exceed 50 gold pieces. There is general agreement among the councilors that the city guard on that level could be directed to increase patrols. The Overlord makes a ruling and agrees that it will be done. The clerk notes the details and then hands all the paperwork on the matter off to a court scribe. The clerk then yells....NEXT!
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 d20+23=26 ; Thursday November 12th, 2015 11:07:22 PM
(Diplomacy: 26.)
With a confident smile, Emrys steps forward with grace and elegance to address the Overlord and the council in a courtly manner. "We have returned with all the turtles in happiness and good health. They are with the Turtle Master presently and enjoying all the creature comforts of Floating City life."
He then pauses for the Overlord to direct the conversation. Trying his best not to distract from the Overlord's power and presence with his own overwhelming aura of charisma and beauty.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Thursday November 12th, 2015 11:24:40 PM
(Lol, that's detract not distract, victim of spell check.)
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Thursday November 12th, 2015 11:44:23 PM
Evred stands respectfully and remains quiet, waiting for a prudent opportunity to contribute.
I still only have a fuzzy understanding of what even occurred...
Evaris d20+25=35 ; Friday November 13th, 2015 1:03:36 AM
"It is as Emrys says," Evaris adds. "The turtles have taken no hurt from their recent adventures, and the Turtle Master seemed pleased to have them back."
[Successfully Aid Another, Emrys gets +2 to his check, or +4 if he's a WLA member.]
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 d20+18=31 ; Friday November 13th, 2015 6:03:19 PM
Edson fingers the pommel of his khukri. He keeps his eyes out, watching the council members to see if any react to the story.
Perception 31
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Friday November 13th, 2015 10:16:08 PM
Barratore grunts at Brom for wanting to pick up a cask on the way, but if he makes a break for the tavern,Barratore doesn't try to stop him. Unless one counts asking him to pick up an extra cask as trying to stop him.
Waiting for the overlord, Barratore fidgets and shifts about. He manages to keep his mouth shut though
Once they gain audience, Barratore folds his arms across his chest and plants his feet shoulder width apart. He knew his job at this point was to look impressive and let Emrys and Evaris make them sound impressive
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Friday November 13th, 2015 11:48:46 PM
ooc: check
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 d20=17 ; Saturday November 14th, 2015 6:35:53 PM
And we got help too Lanliss adds Ooc: I rolled for Aid skill Do I need to add modifiers from somewhere ? DICE 17
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Sunday November 15th, 2015 7:59:44 PM
Brom hated the politics part of this game. He never played it well and since many of the blowhard council types were wimps, Brom had no respect for them and wasn't subtle about it if asked.
At the audience, Brom holds his cask under his arm. In his other hand is a large mug, full of ale. He drinks it thinking he wished he had some mutton to go with his ale.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Monday November 16th, 2015 10:52:01 PM
Emrys maintains his pleasant expression awaiting the good Overlord to speak. The longer he remains silent, the more he thinks this is some kind of power play. Thinking to himself, he curses in silence ... he knew he shouldn't have been so arrestingly gorgeous and entrancing!
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 d20=3 ; Monday November 16th, 2015 11:59:23 PM
ooc: check
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Tuesday November 17th, 2015 11:11:54 AM
Edson waits and watches.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Tuesday November 17th, 2015 12:32:40 PM
Barratore fills his new tankard of the taurs with some ale from Broms cask
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Tuesday November 17th, 2015 2:13:16 PM
Brom fills Barratore's tankard and then his own. He is not normally a patient person, and this is reaching his limit.
Waiting is the hardest part.....DMBZ Tuesday November 17th, 2015 9:02:08 PM
The council sits and listens to your report. They seem pleased overall with the results. Markus addresses the first point. "We have received direct word from the Turtlemaster, who reports that all the turtles are accounted for and in good health. We commend you on completing this task as was set for by this council and out illustrious Overlord." The Mistress of Turtles seems extremely pleased by this portion of the report.
As he is speaking, Finn subtly elbows one or two of you and nods. As you were hoping he would point out those who 'took' the villagers money, you can infer that it was either Markus, or a clerk who works for him.
With the Overlord's nod of approval, High Advisor Markus continues. "There is a second point which has yet to be addressed, that being the nature of the theft which started this mess. There is significant damage to one of the docks warehouses, and then there are the thieves who caused said damage. Since you have found the turtles, I presume you have found the thieves. Has justice been administered in the City's name?"
"On the third point, is there any other information to present to council regarding this whole affair?"
"And then, finally, we will speak of compensation for your considerable efforts."
Evaris d20+23=35 ; Tuesday November 17th, 2015 10:31:26 PM
"Thank you," Evaris replies. "Justice has not yet been administered, because, as is so often true, the case is more complicated than a simple theft. Those who acted did so out of desperation, because they themselves had been swindled of a substantial sum of money. They recognize that they made bad decisions, but they beg your assistance, Lords and Ladies, in ensuring that justice is meted out to all parties."
[Diplomacy 35]
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 d20+22=28 ; Tuesday November 17th, 2015 11:10:11 PM "Come now, Emrys. The Lords of Float City are known far and wide for their justice and wisdom. I'm certain they will show magnanimous prudence."
*winks at Emrys*
Aid Another 28
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Wednesday November 18th, 2015 2:43:37 AM
Evaris and Evred meant well, but they were being too diplomatic. Edson wasn't as political as the other two.
" Justice wasn't administered because the real perpetrator is none other then Markus or one of his underlings. Our victim pointed him out as the one who stole his money. Now where I am from , thieves get their hands cut off... " Edson says as his khukri appears in his hand.
He looks to Brom and Barratore knowing they will be needed for muscle. Then to Evaris and Evred he mouths the words "sorry ".
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 d20+16=35 ; Wednesday November 18th, 2015 4:09:34 PM
Lanliss looks out at the direction Finn showed, trying to notice anything that might be a strange/stressed behaviour from Markus or his clerk Perception 35
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+15=30 ; Wednesday November 18th, 2015 9:07:51 PM
Brom pours another tankard of ale and takes a drink as other members of his group sling accusations.
Perception DC 30
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Wednesday November 18th, 2015 10:16:47 PM
Barratore nods as Brom fills him up and he commands he tankard to room temperature and has a drink. Hmmm perhaps a just a bit of chill instead. Emrys and Evaris were doing fine. The familiar ring of steel though pops his mind from his beverage. Edson with sword in hand in the council chamber. Right off the bat, Barratore thinks it's a bad idea.
"Have you lost your mind Edson? You really need to practice some filtering."
Barratore looks to see where the nearest guards are rushing in from and will put himself between Edson and them, turning sideways and stretching out an arm towards the guard and Edson to create about a 15' barrier. His Tankard in his right hand closest to Edson. He does not do so of course if no guard come rushing out.
Waiting is the hardest part.....DMBZ Wednesday November 18th, 2015 10:18:24 PM
Markus sputters and sprays the coffee he was drinking out all over the floor. "What foolishness is this? What are you accusing me of?"
Before Markus is able to completely rage over the accusation, the Overlord cuts him off. Olathe Pelipa, the female liontaur speaks with a loud authoritative voice, and yet it is still distinctly feminine. "Calm yourself Markus, I'm sure there is an explanation forthcoming. Obviously this theft was more complicated than it at first appears." She waves off the guards and then gestures to Edson. "And you sir as well, please consider sheathing the weapon. I forgive the insult as I am used to the inclinations of adventurers. You can see how much respect and care we have for adventuring groups, we respect you enough to allow you to appear before council without being disarmed. Please extend us the courtesy of leaving your weapons where they belong."
"Now, there is surely an explanation that goes along with your statement, let us hear it now." With a barely noticeable sidelong glance at Markus, she adds, "I will endeavor to make a fair ruling in this matter."
Perception checks reveal to Lanliss and Brom that Markus is irritated and a bit angry.
Evaris Wednesday November 18th, 2015 10:49:22 PM
Evaris bows. "Thank you, Overlord. Here are Finn and Glenda, residents of a nearby town. They have a tale to tell, and I beg you to hear them out."
He is attempting to Aid Another (automatic success for Diplomacy) to assist Finn and Glenda in telling their story.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 d20+23=26 ; Wednesday November 18th, 2015 11:39:45 PM
(Diplomacy: 26)
Give a slight bow to both the Overlord and the liontaur. Addressing Olathe Pelipa, Emrys says, "Thank you, madam. Your grace is matched only by your great wisdom." He saunters over next to Edson. "My fine friend here (Edson) meant no disrespect; a stalwart devotee of justice, unbiased and equitable ... he was simply making a point." Glancing at Edson's weapon, Emrys adds, "A curved point, mind you ... but merely a point nonetheless."
One quick look at Edson and it should be obvious to the elf that he is saying, please, please, put the weapon away, please.
(sorry I missed last night's post. i fell into a deep slumber once again!)
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Thursday November 19th, 2015 12:00:39 AM
Evred talks through a smile. "Put your weapon away or I will turn you into a rabbit."
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Thursday November 19th, 2015 12:01:03 AM "Temporarily."
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Thursday November 19th, 2015 1:44:14 AM
"This? " Edson asks, holding up the khukri. " This isn't a a weapon, this is used to clean my nails. But I get how it could be mistaken. "
Edson sheathed the khukri again before continuing.. " Sorry for any perceived disrespect.. but your man Markus there ripped off our friends and kept money for himself leading our friends to stoop so low as to steal your beloved turtles. Kind of a man needs to eat so he steals food situation."
As he passed Evred he also talk through a smile. " Turn me into a rabbit and you will never have a coin to spend ever..." .
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+15=19 ; Thursday November 19th, 2015 3:32:38 PM
Brom smirks at the exchange over Edson's dagger. He reaches over and refills Barratores tankard. "Stuff's pretty good. Gonna get some more after the show." He says. He then fills his own and continues to watch the scene unfold.
Perception DC 19
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Thursday November 19th, 2015 4:51:25 PM
Barratore is not the smartest creature in the Wold, but he knows when he is lost and over his head and this was the time. he simply did not understand diplomacy, or nobles, or humans, or elves....the list is really frightening long no you think about it. Lucky for him, their is one thing here he does understand, ale. Barratore accepts a refill and this time, tries it on the warmer side. They were all a bit crazy if anyone were to ask him. Looks like no one was on their way to make a mess of Edson. Barratore lets out a sigh as Edson pushes onward at the High Advisor.
Defending one crime with another. It irritated him.
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 d20+16=20 ; Thursday November 19th, 2015 7:14:14 PM
Lanliss looks at the surrouning smiling a smile that says "Can I poke the criminal with a knife already ?"
Perception 20
Truth or Dare.....DMBZ Thursday November 19th, 2015 9:57:34 PM
The Overlord of Float City nods her head while listening to the responses. She seems pleased and unsurprised that Edson has agreed to stay his weapon, and that it was done diplomatically as well. She seems to have a high regard for adventurers.
Finn and Glenda look each other in the eye. There is no doubt the two are in love. With the unspoken words between them, Glenda addresses the council. "I beg your forgiveness for what we have done. Please do not punish the rest of the villagers for the actions of a few. We stole the turtles. It was our intention to raise them, and prove to you that we could become valuable turtle trainers for the City. We paid a bribe to Markus through his aide in order to get the license from the City that we would need to legally care for the turtles. We had nothing to do with the warehouse explosion however. It was simply good, or maybe bad timing."
The Overlord listens with interest. "So, you committed a theft in return for the theft committed against you. There are two crimes then to resolve. Markus? What do you have to say?"
Markus, who has been sitting listening, with a smile on his face answers eagerly. "It is quite simple really. There was no theft. The money they paid was a fee in order to acquire a license." He nods his head towards the Turtlemistress, Cris. "Ask her, she knows. We need to keep out the dregs, we can't have just anyone raising turtles for our turtle barges. You know how important they are to the City." Markus seems calm and relaxed now, where before he was close to being enraged. "There is a bit of bureaucracy involved, waiting period and such. I guess they just didn't understand." He says the last with a smirk.
The Overlord sighs but doesn't seem to refute Markus' claim. "So, it is for me then to decide the fate of the turtle thieves. I am willing to hear arguments for suggestions on the punishment before I pass judgement."
Finn and Glenda hold each other close....
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 d20+22=25 ; Thursday November 19th, 2015 11:21:44 PM
Evred clears his throat. "May I, O wise and prudent Overlord? I am a Venturer in the service of Ffloy, and am very familiar with matters of property law. In most nations and cultures, the punishment for theft is composed of two parts -- an amount equal to the value of the property stolen, and an amount for punitive purposes. Since these persons did not hurt anyone in the commission of their crime, were motivated by a desire for recompense for perceived wrongs, are contrite in their confession, and the property has been returned without damages, then the need for punitive action is rather small. To directly recompense the aggrieved party, the Turtlemaster, and in light of their destitute state, I would suggest indentured servitude at the turtle stables. They would receive standard wages, with half garnished for payment toward the debt. The debt would equal twenty-five percent of the value of the turtles for punitive damages. They would have an indentured collar on their necks, and not be allowed to leave the city until their debt is paid. The Turtlemaster's property is restored, the stables gain two laborers, the guilty pay a punitive debt to the city, and the guilty are allowed to repay their debt with honest labor."
Diplomacy 25
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Thursday November 19th, 2015 11:53:27 PM
"Wait... that's it. This pompous horses ass commits a crime right in front of you, and you turn your attention back to these two? Why not check the paperwork.. see if it was even filed. Check the money to see if it was deposited in the appropriate account or just pocketed.
You didn't even question the turtle mistress for crying out loud. "
Evaris d20=3 ; d20=9 ; Friday November 20th, 2015 8:57:41 AM
"I shall accept your kind offer," Evaris says to Markus, "and ask the Turtlemaster. Mistress, is there a fee for obtaining a turtle license? And how much is the fee? Because I must say, I find it curious that the amount is precisely the sama amount the village could raise by pooling all their resources. That's a rather striking coincidence.
"And, if I may, I'd like to ask why there needs to be a waiting period."
[Okay, the die roller just spontaneously rolled twice. I'll take the first one, which gives a Diplomacy check of 26]
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Friday November 20th, 2015 11:31:18 AM
Barratore takes another sip and shakes his head, where he was from, you didn't speak to the elders in such ways. Insinuating their laws and governance is not as cultured as others or simply insulting them without giving a proper challenge. Back home, there would be several kaylebs taking place. This was not the Steelwind clan though. The overlord, despite being a liontaur, seemed to be quite calm on everything thus far. Barratore had nothing to add, nothing he could add, he was not there for any of it. He felt an adventurer's point of view on the two villagers was needed though. Straight forward and so he pokes Brom. "If there is anything to say on behalf of those two, you should. "
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 d20=14 ; Friday November 20th, 2015 8:46:09 PM
I think that's strange too Lanliss comments about the high fee needed, nodding. Commenting Halflings don't like evil sneaky bastards that use hopeless victims Aid Evaris
Rolled d 20 got 14 My Diplomacy skill is 12
Truth or Dare.....DMBZ Friday November 20th, 2015 10:13:14 PM
Turtlemistress Cris Webfoot nods her head. "It is true, the fee is as he has stated." She looks strangely at Markus for a moment and then returns her attention to you. "In the past we have had many unfortunate incidents involving people trying to become trainers who were not prepared to handle the task, and others who were trying for whatever reason to manipulate the process. We have developed over a number of years a specific process now to become trainers and it has served us well."
The Overlord responds to Evred. "You make a fine diplomat. I will not forget. As for the pompous horses ass, that he may be, but he is MY pompous horses ass. Do not forget it. The money will be accounted for, as it always is." Markus glowers a bit but says nothing.
Finn and Glenda look a bit helplessly at one another. You can hear them whisper quietly, wondering as you do at the amount of the 'bribe' and the license fee being one and the same.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Friday November 20th, 2015 11:25:44 PM
Evred looks to Emrys, not being overly familiar with the details of the story told by Finn and Glenda.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Saturday November 21st, 2015 1:50:05 AM
Edson just shakes his head in dismay and walks towards Brom and Barratore. He was done.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Saturday November 21st, 2015 3:23:03 PM
Barratore nudges Brom, "Looks like Edson could use a drink too." He bears his teeth to the rogue in a minotaur grin, "They can't hear you unless you sound pretty." He hands the rogue is Large Tankard of the Taurs. "Take the edge off."
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 d20+16=32 ; d20+5=16 ; Saturday November 21st, 2015 4:14:27 PM
Lanliss is speechless, he then looks at the turtlemistress trying to sense motive if maybe she is corrupted too ? (Because of the strange look she gqve Markus) Just like he thinks Markus and the Overlord are corrupted
Perception 32 Sense Motive 16
Evaris d20+23=41 ; Sunday November 22nd, 2015 9:57:57 PM
"So it would seem that what happened was a misunderstanding," Evaris says. "The villagers paid a fee, believing it would gain them a license right away. When they did not obtain one, they grew desperate and did something very foolish. Their error has been corrected. I hope the Council will take all of this into consideration when deciding their fate.
"Also, it seems as if your process isn't serving you quite as well as you think. Perhaps it would be a good idea to institute safeguards against similar misunderstanings in the future."
[Diplomacy 41]
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Monday November 23rd, 2015 11:26:35 AM
Edson just glumly walks over to Barratore and Brom He takes the tankard from Barratore and takes a small sip. He wanted to get drunk, but he needed to keep his senses incase this whole discussion derailed.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Monday November 23rd, 2015 10:17:57 PM
Barratore takes back his tankard and and after finishing anything left, stows it back on his belt. It was amazing how often he found others in agreement every time Evaris said anything about anything. Then it hit him, how often might that had been done to him. Should he be upset about that? Would it matter, they'd just talk him out of it probably
Truth or Dare.....DMBZ Monday November 23rd, 2015 10:37:15 PM
With not much left to say the Council turns to their own deliberations and quietly discuss the outcome. Although their conversation is quiet enough to not be overheard, you sense that if you have anything else left to say on the matter that they will be willing to hear it.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+12=16 ; Monday November 23rd, 2015 10:58:13 PM
Brom takes another drink. Then in a low voice to Barratore he says "I said my peace 'bout this before. They should've stayed home, but I'm not the brains. I just swing a sword."
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Monday November 23rd, 2015 11:32:37 PM
Evred is satisfied.
Evaris Tuesday November 24th, 2015 12:52:55 PM
Evaris allows the council to debate, and turns his attention to reassuring Finn and Glenda. "I am sure the Council will be just," he tells them. "And if they are overly harsh, that is not necessarily the end. I am a cleric of Pantheon, and hopefully his Temple holds some influence in this city. All will be well."
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Tuesday November 24th, 2015 7:35:00 PM
Yeah, everything will be alright. I trust Evaris. Lanliss says and winks Finn and Glenda.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Tuesday November 24th, 2015 8:26:22 PM
(Sorry for not posting. Again, I get home late from work and immediately pass out on the couch. A pattern that seems to becoming the trend of my life.)
Emrys looks to both Evaris and Evred and feels proud they all share similar names. He is impressed with their words and feels quite satisfied that he no longer bears the yoke of diplomacy alone. It had been a burden at times, especially with the two beer brothers around. He remains silent. There is nothing he can add that hasn't already been eloquently state. Now is the time to witness if their wisdom hasn't fallen on deaf ears. Then he will know for sure what kind of Overlord this one is to be.
Seeing Green.....DMBZ Tuesday November 24th, 2015 9:22:10 PM
The council finishes it's deliberation. The Overlord raps her paw loudly on the table for attention. It is clear that she accepts the advice and ideas of her council, but there is no mistake that she is in charge.
The scribe prepares to take notes and Olathe speaks. "On the matter of your primary task, the turtles are all accounted for and in good health. The Council is pleased with this effort."
"In regards to the explosion and damage to the warehouse, I am undecided. More investigation may be needed, and that is to be decided later. The damage will be paid for in the meantime, half by the city, and half by the warehouse owner for not providing adequate security to prevent the damage in the first place. This matter is tabled until further notice."
"Regarding justice for the City as it was wronged, and punishment for those who perpetrated the crime, I find the defendants guilty. With permission from the Turtlemistress, their punishment will be to raise three hatchling turtles. The Turtlemaster will decide which three. It will be done according to our procedures, and there will be oversight by the Turtlemaster's office. There will be no payment by the City for the service, until such time as the Council deems the punishment completed. There is a secondary matter here, on the legality of the 'settlement' in which the defendants live. The settlement must be properly recorded and legally founded. We expect this to be done as quickly as is decently possible."
"On the final matter of compensation, Council has decided to gift your adventuring company property here in the City, in the hopes that you will make homes here and provide further excellent service to Float City in the future. Please see the Court scribe for the address, and to record your group's name and the names of the members of your adventuring company for our official records. That is all."
The clerk steps forward and yells "NEXT!"
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Tuesday November 24th, 2015 10:11:04 PM
Edson whispers to Brom and Barratore. " That rat on the council still needs to pay. It might not be today, but it will happen. "
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Tuesday November 24th, 2015 11:07:03 PM
"Edson, it's not worth it." He whispers back.
"Well, glad that's over." says Brom. "Now we can do some drinkin'."
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Tuesday November 24th, 2015 11:53:37 PM
Evred touches two fingers to his forehead. "You honor us with your generosity, Overlord Olathe. Profit and success to your house." He slowly backs away with his head tilted downward until they are a respectable distance.
"Now," he breaks in as they head toward the court scribe, "Let us see what our deeds have won. As Ffloy says, "Always know what you're buying." Hopefully they have not gifted us anything with a tax lien..." He clears his throat. "Only to suggest that the Overlord is a shrewd governor, and would kill two birds with one stone, so to speak. Let us speak with this scribe."
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Wednesday November 25th, 2015 2:18:38 PM
Barratore looks at Edson and then to Brom as the two exchange the whispering talk. For now, he was indifferent to Markus. Well indifferent on this topic, Barrtore thought the man to be political weasel and general waste of space, but that was simply personal opinion of worth and for Barratore, Markus had none. Many people didn't to the minotaur.
Barratore's eyes roll upward and he sighs, drinking was being postponed again. At this rate, it might be well into the afternoon before he found himself with some proper drink and entertainment. Possibly the evening hours, disgraceful really.
"A scribe huh. Fine. Let's get on it then."
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Wednesday November 25th, 2015 4:02:25 PM
" Don't worry Barratore. I'm so mad I will be drinking for two tonight. A drink for Harvest, a drink for Peza, a drink for Gerox, and a drink for every fist I want to give that councilman."
Evaris Wednesday November 25th, 2015 4:14:25 PM
Evaris bows. "Thank you, Overlord, for your consideration and your wisdom." With a final smile for Finn and Glenda, Evaris follows his companions from the room.
"I am more than ready for that drink now," he says.
Seeing Green.....DMBZ Wednesday November 25th, 2015 9:43:35 PM
Finn and Glenda seem a bit bewildered. They are being punished, but also given the chance to prove themselves as trainers. They thank you for everything you have done for them and their village, and they ask that you try to check in on them occasionally when you get the chance. After shaking hands, and a few hugs, they head off to the docks to see the Turtlemaster.
When you reach the court scribe, he seems quite pleased to help you. "You'll find a warm welcome here in Float City. "What did you say your group's name is? Diamond Company? Anyway, it has all been arranged. The Council had it prepared hoping you would be successful, and as it happens, you were!" He chuckles to himself, happy to help your group. "Ok. Here are three sets of keys to the property. It is located on the Merchant Level, between Wall Street and Lamp Avenue. It is a pretty nice place. If you need any furnishings, you will be able to find most of what you need on Merchant Level. Lots of businesses there. Good Luck!"
There are some bad feelings regarding the High Councilor Markus. But that is a problem for another day. For now, it is time to investigate your new property, have some ales, and discuss your future plans. The Float City awaits!
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Wednesday November 25th, 2015 10:49:46 PM
"Between Wall and Lamp? Sounds good. I'm out of here." says Brom. "I'm out to get some grub and drink. I'll head to check out the place after I get some food and drink. Anyone wanna come along, follow me."
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Wednesday November 25th, 2015 11:18:47 PM
Emrys seems most excited to check out the new place. He hopes it's as nice as their townhouse in the Nightmare Quarter....? Wait a sec, he thinks. What townhouse? The stray memory is short and fleeting. Another wrinkle in time, he thinks. These stray memories have been bombarding him more frequently as of late. How many of these melodies has he been a note to? Some fantastic ... some are more mundane. The terror gazing back at him from within the looking glass always turns his skin cold. "Oh Theon! Delivery me from it!"
And like that, Emrys finds himself back in the Float. "Ahh," he says as he takes a key. "We are most thankful for the Overlord's generosity."
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Thursday November 26th, 2015 1:56:58 AM
ooc: I have a long post coming. I couldn't finish it tonight with Thanksgiving prep. I will post it tomorrow.
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Thursday November 26th, 2015 4:28:51 AM
I am curious to see the new place Lanliss says.
Evaris Thursday November 26th, 2015 4:00:45 PM
Evaris returns to the inn to collect Roel, then the two of them head to the new location to check it out.
Thinking of something Orange.....DMBZ Thursday November 26th, 2015 9:36:23 PM
Some of you are heading to the property to inspect it, others are heading for a tavern for food and drink, please indicate which group you are joining, or which other activity you are planning on doing instead if any.
If you are going to find food and drink, which level of the City are you looking for that on?
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Thursday November 26th, 2015 10:10:04 PM
Edson is to mad to even talk. He just follows Barratore and Brom. Wherever they go, he goes. Inn, property.. which ever one.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Thursday November 26th, 2015 11:20:08 PM
Brom leads a group heading off to get some food and drink. "See ya at the new place." He says to the other going to check out the townhouse.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Thursday November 26th, 2015 11:26:19 PM
"Everyone! Everyone! Please, allow me to treat you at the Giggling Ghost this evening! I know that some of you are quite pleased with our acquisition of a headquarters, and some are perturbed by the events that just took place. Allow me to treat you all to a fine meal and good drink. There is something I wish to discuss with all of you. Our new abode can wait a few hours. Please, join me at the inn."
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Friday November 27th, 2015 8:45:13 PM
Lanliss is eager to see the new place and get a little bit of rest and says, I am going to the new place.
Exploring.....DMBZ Friday November 27th, 2015 11:10:30 PM
Evred offers to buy some food and ale at the Giggling Ghost, those who join him find both to be enjoyable. (so far I have Barratore, Brom and Edson as well) There are several Tapestries hung on the walls, they seem to shimmer and glow when you look at them, or was it just a figment of the imagination? There is a bard singing, and some of the servers flirt just enough to promise there may be something more than just food and drink available here. Evred seems to have something on his mind to discuss.....
Lanliss(on his own currently) heads directly for the new property. It looks to be a respectable size from the street, and 3 stories tall. There is definitely opportunity to update the looks, repair small cracks and such, but the building itself seems to be of sound construction.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Saturday November 28th, 2015 12:47:08 AM
Upon hearing the offer for food, Emrys realizes he is in fact hungry and decides to join the others at the Giggling Ghost. He hopes they don't decide to party into the night. He usually has a low tolerance for drunken revelry and Emrys would more than likely leave once the evening meal degrades to such state.
He hopes their accommodations is supplied with basic necessities like: wood for a fire, a plentiful water source, pots and cauldrons, a large sunken bath, vanity, grooming table, mirrors, multicolored lanterns, fresh scented herbs and bath salts, and a servant to make everything ready. The idea that he will need to summon his own servants to prepare his bath seems quite distasteful. However, they are roughing it after all.
Evaris Saturday November 28th, 2015 2:46:37 PM
Evaris and Roel follow Lanliss to the new location. "It is a good building," Evaris says. "Is it all for us? Or are our quarters somewhere within? Shall we explore?"
Unless someone objects, he leads the way to the front door.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Saturday November 28th, 2015 11:59:42 PM
Evred plays the gracious host and engages in chitchat with those who choose to attend the dinner. He is somewhat concerned to see that two members have elected not to attend, but shrugs it off. They can catch up later.
As the meal winds down and everyone begins to push away plates and focus on wine and spirits, Evred clears his throat and raises a glass. "Friends, to our successful mission -- and to profit and success in the future." He finishes his drink with a swig and places it down. "Which is exactly why I wanted to speak with you all this evening. I came to the Floating City to make my mark on the world. As a Venturer in the service of Ffloy, that mark is made through successful business. I intended to found a trading company based out of this city, with the goal of rapid expansion and diversification, product chain control, and market share capitalizations." He winks at Brom and Barratore. "What that means is, I want to make money. A lot of money. I would like you all to make a lot of money, in fact. Which is why I would like to invite you to join as shareholders in my new company. I have extensive training. I can make us rich." He smiles and looks around. "Any questions so far?"
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Monday November 30th, 2015 4:02:22 AM
Edson takes a big swig of his ale, wipes off his mouth with his sleeve. " How much is it going to cost us?"
Edson is still obviously agiatated from earlier.
Evaris Monday November 30th, 2015 10:02:16 PM
"The others are gathering for a meal," Evaris tells Roel, "but I didn't want you to miss out. Besides, I was eager to see our new quarters."
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Monday November 30th, 2015 10:07:30 PM
Barratore takes in the Giggling Ghost, he had been here before but never in person. Quite a treat. barratore picks up a flagon of ale and just shakes his head, "Edson, let it go. Life, especially ones like we live, are far too short short to get wrapped up because of some politician. No matter what he does. Drink, listen to some fine music, pick out a woman. But enjoy your life man. "
With that, Barratore nods to Evred. "Rich huh. Not really my thing. Sure you can't buy the latest toys without it, so I'm not against it, but what I want to know is this. Where's the rush, the adventure? You know the fun?"
"As to the others, don't worry about them. They'll be along at some point. new house things to decorate and plan. They love that garbage."
Exploring.....DMBZ Monday November 30th, 2015 11:31:38 PM
At the Giggling Ghost, Evred begins his sales pitch for investors in what will hopefully become a new trading company. A wealthy new trading company. Edson inquires about the cost, and Barratore counsels calm in the wake of an irritating councilman. The rum and ale flow freely.
Evaris and Lanliss begin exploring the new home. There is a large room on the first floor that looks like it could be converted into any type of workshop. There is a common room, with a table large enough for the entire group to sit around for meals. The attached kitchen is stocked with various pots and cooking implements, and there are plenty of eating utensils, but it is otherwise empty. It will have to be stocked with food, herbs and whatever else you might want to fill it with.
There is a newly remodeled privy, and like many of the better constructed buildings in the city, the waste runs through an efficient sewer system which is designed to eliminate odors.(most odors anyway)
The bathing chamber contains a tub which could fit up to 4 people at a time. There are small circular openings around the inside. You have heard of this in the homes of wealthy individuals. Apparently the 'jets' stream out hot water which circulates around the tub while bathing in it. The magic device appears to be in need of repair however.
There are enough bedrooms throughout the upper floors for everyone in the Diamond Company to have their own. They are lightly furnished currently, containing only a bed and a trunk. There are also several empty rooms which can be designed for various use. Some possibilities include an alchemy lab, herb garden, armory, or trophy room.
There is no room for a stable, if you have or acquire any mounts you will need to find a nearby stable business. Overall it is a valuable property, but it is in need of a bit of TLC.
Experience award: 3500 exp each for completion of previous scene and previous encounter.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Monday November 30th, 2015 11:47:25 PM
"You have us all intrigued, my friend. Please, continue ... we're all a twitter," he says with his hallmark smile. "I excel at a great many things, however a mind for business is something I have little experience with. I'm the talent ... the prestige ... the glamour and allure that triumphs over hearts and minds. Our combined expertise could be quite profitable."
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Monday November 30th, 2015 11:59:30 PM
ooc: Long day. Will post in the morning.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Tuesday December 1st, 2015 7:03:37 AM
ooc: It will be easier to describe this process out of character.
Per the house rules for running a business on the Woldipedia (found here), a character may invest up to 1,000gp per character level, once per module. The DM rolls a d100 and adds my Profession (merchant) modifier, and a special 5% bonus for each level of the Venturer class. With a base of +51%, it is impossible for me to lose money. If we roll at least a 40, we will get 20% profit. I do not know if we can use Aid Another, but I plan on using a hero point to increase our luck if the roll is not high enough.
Some characters in the party have more than 10,000gp in liquid wealth. They can choose to invest this amount. Those who have less than that can get a loan from Evred after he engages in some money-making activities. Since we are investing as a party, we have a cap of 70,000gp. I would suggest that the best way to handle it is for this to be a mutual benefit society -- everyone invests 10,000gp (either theirs or some borrowed) and all profits are split evenly. However, we will leave the invested money alone. The rules states that you can invest up to 1,000gp/level after each module, so Evred is going to keep making money on the side and investing it. As long as our "portable wealth" does not exceed WBL, and "business wealth" is only on paper or roleplayed, then we can continue to expand.
To make this work, I need everyone to invest 10,000gp. If you do not have 10,000gp, just give what you have and Evred will loan you the rest (zero interest, of course). This does mean that you will have a smaller controlling interest in the company, but your profits will remain the same until you choose to buy off the debt and have a full share of the company.
The business will be a trading company run out of the first floor of our new base. The next part will be an in-character explanation of the new trading company and sharing contracts that I made. Any questions before the next part?
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Tuesday December 1st, 2015 7:05:22 AM
@DM - Can the party members use Aid Another on my profit check? Presumably they would use their class abilities and skill checks to help set up the company.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Tuesday December 1st, 2015 1:13:22 PM
Brom is only half listening to Evred's proposal. "I konw this is yur thing, but can we hold on the business stuff until we get back to the new place? No offense, man, but this is makin' my head hurt. I'm just lookin' fer some drinkin' and maybe a little workout - if ya know what I mean."
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Tuesday December 1st, 2015 4:38:04 PM
" 10 k is steep but doable. If you really are what you claim then my money should be fine. I'm in. Let me know when you want it."
Edson excuses himself and heads to the dart board.
There he throws darts with more force and less finnese then needed while sipping his drink.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Tuesday December 1st, 2015 8:20:04 PM
Ooc: Don't forget we got some items to sell.
7500 gp and Sp +2 Shadow Mithwill Shield 8850/4425 (Edson) Ring of Ff 1100/550 BIG size 2 5000/2500 Turtle Feather Token (Evaris) +2 Greatsword 8050/4025 +1 Kama 2002/1001 +3 chain of frost 32000/16000 3 Mud of Appearence 5400/2700 Blue Ring of Waterwalk (Brom)
Total sellable at Catacombs value: 38701 without the two fate items.
For 6405.16 each. I took the Mithril chain so I lose 4450.
I don't know the value of the two fate items to see what Brom and Evaris owe... if we forgo the owed money (which is fine with me) everyone not named me gets 6405.16
Shall I post in the catacombs?
Exploring the City.....DMBZ Tuesday December 1st, 2015 9:35:49 PM
OOC- Let's take the remainder of the catacombs discussion to email please.
Lanliss and Evaris continue to explore the house.
The scene at the Giggling Ghost just got a bit more expensive. Evred begins to explain his plans for a business, and details the potential for excellent profits.
Things begin looking up for Brom. While the dartboard and bards of the Giggling Ghost are entertaining, some prefer their entertainment to be a bit more....interesting. Two such individuals, a man and a half-orc, finish their drinks and head out. You can overhear them talking about getting in on the new boxing club down near the docks.
OOC- Regarding the Aid another, I think that will be fine, as long as there is some occasional mention in posts about helping out with skill checks for the business.
Evaris Tuesday December 1st, 2015 10:41:12 PM
"I think Roel would like to claim one of the empty rooms as an additional bedchamber," Evaris says. "Clearly, we're going to need to do some furniture shopping. And some repairs."
[OOC: Are we renting this place? Leasing? Buying? Is it being given to us, and if so, for how long?]
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet d20+5=23 ; Tuesday December 1st, 2015 11:24:18 PM
Barratore flags Evard done as well. "Just hold yourself there for a spell. We aren't the folks you have this kind of thing with. That's Emrys and the others. They keep us around in case someone's memory needs to be jogged." Edson gets up all piss and vinegar still and Barratore just shakes his head. "He's gonna explode one day."
Barratore stands and scoops up his drink and casts a look in the direction of the men leaving. That was not his type of fun. Barratore leans back and takes in everything going on about the Ghost.
perception 23
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 d20+16=23 ; Wednesday December 2nd, 2015 2:49:55 AM
I like it Evaris, Lanliss says. Finally a place to stay and hopefully to cal home. Lanliss looks around and checks how much time it will take to repair some of the stuff.
Perception 23
Lanliss chooses the room which will have the quitest spot
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Wednesday December 2nd, 2015 6:05:45 PM
Edson continues to throw the darts as he eye balls the two men leaving. He looks to the other and see they don't pay any mind so he continues on doing what he was doing.
Exploring the City.....DMBZ Wednesday December 2nd, 2015 9:55:26 PM
Lanliss discovers the rooms on the top floor to be the quietest, as they are furthest from the street traffic and noise. The building has been vacant for several months and could use a good scrubbing.
The estate is a gift to the Diamond Circle by the Overlord of the City, and will remain the possession of the group as long as you want it. The City retains rights to reclaim the property if the adventuring group should happen to meet an untimely demise at the claws of a dragon or any one of a number of other potential calamities. It was all in the fine print of the document the clerk at the Overlord's council chambers showed you.
The Giggling Ghost is filling up and is quite busy. There seems to be some sort of holiday celebration getting underway, and some of the employees mention something about being able to get some 'swag'.
Lanliss and Evaris feel some shopping may be in order to acquire furniture and supplies for the house. Fortunately you can find plenty of both on the Merchant Level.
OOC- feel free to have your characters stop in on the Giggling Ghost board. :)
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Wednesday December 2nd, 2015 11:12:06 PM
Emrys considers everything he's heard and refills his wine goblet.
Evaris Wednesday December 2nd, 2015 11:17:20 PM
"Roel, let's start a list of all the repairs that need to be made," Evaris says. "A list will be handy whether we do the repairs ourselves or hire somebody to do them for us."
"If we have time," he says to Lanliss, "we should do some quick shopping for the kitchen. Buy some pans and plates and foodstuffs. I'm sure we'll want those."
Getting settled in the new-used home. (DM JCC) Thursday December 3rd, 2015 12:01:24 PM
From your earlier travels about the city, you know where there's a bakery, butcher's shoppe and there are always vendors set up in along various streets and alleyways that sell produce and fruits. Some asking around, it's discovered there are two used furniture stores, down a level there is a "thrift" store and up above there are at least three separate shops that manufacture furniture to order, that are in competition with each other. Down near the Waystation there are a couple stables that offer long term rates for stabling horses, other mounts are harder to find stabling for. Your young halfling friend is seen escorting a new arrival to some location, he is again pointing out businesses hoping to get the lady to stop in and buy something. This time it's a elvish woman and she seems totally disinterested in anything except getting wherever she's headed. The meat pies smell especially good today as you pass the bakery. It seems she's added some new spice, as it permeates almost a whole block away from the shop. Walking into the giggling ghost is different from entering it in your dreams. You can see the ghosts, but you really can't interact with them. (you can only participate in GG stuff on that board, you also aren't reduced to 5th level accessing the Ghost from Float City)
BTW, I'm Back DMing again, with a couple days off later this month (17th and 18th) I'll strive to post early after noon my time. (this post at noon my time) So everyone can expect them usually within 25 hours of the previous days.
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Thursday December 3rd, 2015 7:30:01 PM
Yes, Evaris you are right Lanliss says in response. I smell something good, Lanliss says as they go near the bakery, Looking at the baked goods from outside the bakery.
OOC: we are in the giggling ghost now ?
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Thursday December 3rd, 2015 7:30:27 PM
Brom finishes drinking his fill of ale. He then heads out to find somewhere to get some extracurricular activity. He asks a few folks he sees in the area. He heads to find the new place afterwards.
At the new place, Brom tries to locate a room that is easily accessible, maybe the first floor, since stumbling home can be troublesome if it's not easy to get to.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Thursday December 3rd, 2015 9:26:02 PM
Edson moves back to the table with Barratore. Maybe we should get out of here he says to the minotaur.
Evaris Thursday December 3rd, 2015 9:56:34 PM
Evaris and Roel head out to do some quick shopping. They divide and conquer, with Roel buying some food staples while Evaris buys pots, pans, plates, spoons, and forks.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Thursday December 3rd, 2015 11:44:44 PM
ooc: My apologies, everyone. I am very slammed writing a grant proposal for work. Please shuffle me along with the group. I will update the business stuff over the weekend.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Friday December 4th, 2015 9:53:47 AM
Barratore hoists his drink to Brom as a farewell and settles back into his chair. The Ghost was really active, and very entertaining. He spies his own visage waft in through the magical fireplace and follows it momentarily as it moves to interact with the other visiting ghost. Strange, his ghost self was so much more personal and outgoing socially. In your dreams you are greater. A phrase Metascar would say now and then. Until now, it made little sense to him.
Edson's return and question redirect him and a quick look back, and his ghost is gone....."Leave? What for? The night is fairly young and I don't think the Ghost has run out of stout and Evred has not run out of coin." Barratore chuckles and shakes his head, "I'm staying put for a while longer. Brom went off, probably following the talk of the fights the other two were having. I think you should stay, drink with me and see about getting a woman or three to put a different look on your face"
Getting settled in the new-used home. (DM JCC) Friday December 4th, 2015 12:56:11 PM
OOC: You can post as if in the Giggling ghost, but any posts on this board are as if it is just another tavern. To interact you need to post on the GG board, but you still need to post here every day as well. Last week, our board missed a boatload. ___________________________________________________________________________ Finding food stuffs is easier than finding the pots and pans. Different craftsmen make different sizes and qualities of pans, as well as various prices. It takes you most of the rest of the day to hit up those craftsmen and compare the pots and pans and decide what to buy. Later in the day you see the young halfling again, and he has a great big smile on his face. The Giggling Ghost is really hopping, you can Jon the Janitor (he's in real life not a ghost for those at the GG) and he's as grouchy as ever. Back at the new house, exploring it shows it's got 4 floors and NO basement. (for obvious reasons) The first floor has a coat closet under the stairs leading up and a privy in the corner with a door , the rest is a great room with an area with a fire place near the seating area for eating. The Fireplace has hooks that swing in and out of the fire and brackets for a spit. This house also has one of those new fangled stoves with a chimney to feeds into the fireplaces flew. There is also an ice box. (for those who don't know, it's a refrigerator sized insulated box with a drainable box on the side that goes from bottom to top where Ice is poured in to keep food stuffs cool) The stairs that go up open on a landing near the back of the house, where the stairs then continue up the back wall to the next floor and then around the corner on that floor, they continue up the next wall to the fourth floor. Each of the upper floors has 4 fairly good sized rooms and there is one privy on each floor, located above the one below. Whoever lived here before it was vacated must have had money, the hallways have small designs painted on the walls. (picture wallpaper but hand painted)
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Friday December 4th, 2015 10:55:41 PM
Edson nods in agreement with Barratore. " Yeah.. I think your correct. I need another drink. " He flags down a barmaid and orders another drink. While waiting he takes in the sites, watching the grpups of people wander in. .
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Saturday December 5th, 2015 7:46:02 AM
Lanliss goes to to entrance of the giggling ghost, he feels the urge to go inside and he almost can hear ghostly sounds from the inside, but then a rumbling sound from his stomach gets him to think about food and he goes to the bakery to buy some food for him and the group.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Saturday December 5th, 2015 7:35:29 PM
ooc:
It is time to make some money.
1. I do some crafting.
I have ranks in Craft (jewelry). I am going to make luxurious, high-end jewelry -- 10 tiaras. Specifically, I'm going to make tiaras that what are termed 'blanks' in the jewelry world. They are sold to jewelers, who then take custom orders from clients for ornamentation (gems, filigree, etc.). That way, even if someone purchased a piece with the same 'blank', the customization prevents market saturation.
I summon my secret chest, and make a pile of 5,000 gold pieces. I cast fabricate. One casting of fabricate allows me to affect 10 cubic feet of metal, more than enough for my needs. Whether or not the spell can be used to create multiple items is up for debate, but I will assume I can only create one item to be safe. I am going to create a ring of tiaras, each connected by a single thin strand of gold foil. Since they are connected, they are technically one object. I break off the foil and I have 10 tiaras.
I want the tiaras to be top-notch, so I'm going to create them as a "complex or superior item," with a Craft DC of 20. My Craft modifier is +20, and I succeed automatically.
2. I do some field research.
My available markets are currently 11 different cities, as well as buyers in those cities who are visiting from locations outside of my network.
I can use the teleportation station to access Plateau City. I can also utilize the free teleportation circles available through the Star Mages' Guild. "Each Chapter House has a teleportation circle that connects to Star Tower." There are chapter houses in:
South Harbor, New Elenna Amberlund, New Elenna Dourscale, New Elenna Tumblevoid, New Elenna Wellogy, New Elenna Floating City Fokos, Fargonia Isumbre, Zarthmoor The City State of Osto Hook City, Southern Continent
"Using a successful Profession (Merchant) roll, the venturer can gain access to markets, traders, and sources that others would find difficult or impossible to track down."
DC 15: Find a seller/buyer of rare goods
Expensive jewelry qualifies as a rare good, and it is not magical, illegal, or controversial. My modifier for Profession (merchant) is +26, and I succeed automatically.
3. I do some selling.
I can craft items for 1/3 of the market cost, which means that each tiara, costing 500gp in material, now has a market value of 1,500gp. Of course, this assumes that every market is identical, which is silly. To avoid having to haggle in every single market, and to increase the speed of closing the sale, I will sell the blanks to jewelers for 1,000gp. I'm fairly certain that offering them a 1/3 discount on purchasing blanks will be sufficient motivation, let alone the craftsmanship of the pieces.
(1,000 - 500) x 10 = 5,000gp profit. I have turned my 5,000gp in raw materials into 10,000gp.
4. I rinse and repeat.
Using my pile of 10,000gp, I cast fabricate twice, to make gorgets and arm braces. I follow the same protocol, selling them as blanks in those markets. I succeed automatically on my Craft and Profession (merchant) rolls. Only selling one tiara, one gorget, and one arm brace per city should be sufficient to ensure appropriate demand.
I then repeat the process again to make some masquerades.
Since the crafting of the jewelry takes about 18 seconds, and I have free access to the teleportation circles (keeping the jewlery in my secret chest to avoid the appearance of impropriety), and I can cast overland flight for swift travel, I can reasonably accomplish all of this in about a week. My 5,000gp is now 25,000gp.
5. I sell the hydra.
I seek out a buyer, again using my Wholesaler ability. After dispelling the polymorph spell, the carcass can be divided for various purposes. The skin can be used for leather to make footwear, purses, cloaks, leather armor, belts, scabbards, and sword hilts. The bones and teeth can be used as spell components, alchemical reagents, mystic charms, jewelry, golem/undead materials, and magical glue. The viscera and offal can be sold as gourmet food, spell components, alchemical reagents, or gut string for magical music instruments. The meat and blood can be gourmet food, spell components, or alchemical reagents. The skull can be a decoration or trophy.
Just imagine dazzling your guests at your next dinner party by serving hydra steak. Let's see Lord Fluffbottom beat that at the next cotillion! Evred could easily fetch, say, 5,000 gold pieces for the entire carcass. It's a big creature, after all.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Saturday December 5th, 2015 7:36:48 PM
ooc: After confirmation from the DM regarding my previous post, next will be the signing of contracts.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+15=21 ; d20+15=16 ; Saturday December 5th, 2015 8:40:57 PM
Brom moves about the Float getting to know the place.
Perception DC 21
Evaris Sunday December 6th, 2015 8:54:01 PM
Evaris elects to keep it simple. A couple of cast-iron pots, a couple of large wooden spoons, a dozen earthenware cups and plates, a dozen plain metal spoons and forks.
"It'll do for now," he says, heading back to the house. "We can always get more later."
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Sunday December 6th, 2015 11:04:43 PM
"Yes, and we'll need much much more." And Emrys continues making his list of necessities, oddities and creature comforts. "The music room doesn't have a single instrument."
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Monday December 7th, 2015 9:28:31 AM
Barratore hangs with Brom while the others play house. Barratore's plan to get to know the city means how to get to all the bars and brothels.
At home and around the city. (DM JCC) Monday December 7th, 2015 1:10:11 PM
Edson and Barratore spend most of the day, traveling from bar to tavern to inn around the city, they find a few, but not a lot compared to most cities. They do find one that's not official, but can't seem to get in, without the password....
Emrys and Evaris end up at the new house, and discover that the few items they purchased still leave the house extremely empty. It's decided between them that they will need to do more shopping. They also will need to decide what room upstairs will be turned into a music room.
Brom, while he's walking about sees quite a few people with hand trucks wheeling crates around the city. Each crate has a stamp marked on it with a logo for "The Way Station" and written under it the days date. The only horses he sees are those being ridden by the city guard and a few ridden by private individuals. So of those riders are very well dressed. Perception 30 Highlight to display spoiler: { These are people who are normally in carriages, but all animal drawn wagons and such are currently banned.}
Evred continues with his plans to become rich, but once getting to the house sees he may need to find somewhere else to house the business, because the house is not set up for it and would be hard to make work for both a business and a home.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+15=20 ; Monday December 7th, 2015 3:38:20 PM
Brom and Barratore are on the EXACT same page, even though the book may be only a couple of pages and have pictures on every other page, when it comes to learning the city.
Brom notices nothing from those riding horses. This is probably because Brom never really watches the person riding the horse, but the people guarding the person riding the horse.
"Alright," He says to Barratore. "I'm thinking we grab some ale at the next tavern ta drink on our walkabout."
Evaris Monday December 7th, 2015 9:20:55 PM
"Well," says Evaris, "we have places to sleep and the means to feed ourselves, so that's a good start. We can fill in the rest as we go."
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Monday December 7th, 2015 11:43:37 PM
ooc: Awaiting DM feedback.
Evred continues his diligent work in raising the funds to start his company.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Tuesday December 8th, 2015 9:00:14 AM
Edson continues following Barratore from inn to inn, bar to bar.
At the one with the password, Edson speaks using there's cant to see if they respond.
At home and around the city. (DM JCC) Tuesday December 8th, 2015 2:07:42 PM
Brom, Barratore and Edson eventually end up wandering the bars together, trying Thieves Cant doesn't do anything, but a while later while at another Inn, Piccadilly is a word heard being whispered between a couple overly drunk patrons. Evaris while exploring the home discovers a concealed door in the back leading to the alley that passes behind the house. It locks from the inside and won't open from the outside. Evred, I'll tentatively accept the idea, but my Co DM, whether he knows it yet will be taking care of the business part, I've read it over a few times and my mind just will NOT wrap itself around it.
While the trio wanders around they notice that the City has fewer people out and about, at least on the merchant level than normal. There are probably only 2/3 the normal people out doing whatever they do here in the City.
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Tuesday December 8th, 2015 2:32:27 PM
Edson whispers as quietly as a drunk elf can. "Picadilly is the word. Let's go back to the ale house with the password. Let's see what's in there."
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Tuesday December 8th, 2015 3:35:34 PM
Ooc what with me ?
At home and around the city. (DM JCC) Tuesday December 8th, 2015 5:05:04 PM
Lanlis had almost decided to enter the Giggling Ghost, but as he was deciding he noticed the halfling youth that was their tour guide when they arrived. The youth has a handful of silver coins and a slightly dazed look in his eyes, but a smile on his face.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet Tuesday December 8th, 2015 10:41:12 PM
"The float seems pretty shy of folks about here". Barratore remarks as they move about merchant level. The fighter is all for Edson's idea of trying the password place again, "but won't they just know it's us again?" The thought, like many of barratore's happens out loud and without him thinking about it.
As they head back, he poses his first thought back to Edson again. The elf had more experience with cities than he did. "Where you think everyone is right now? Is it that late?"
Evaris Tuesday December 8th, 2015 10:41:31 PM
Evaris shows the hidden door to whichever of his companions are in the house. "An escape hatch, I believe," he says. "Though I hope we never have to use it."
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Tuesday December 8th, 2015 11:43:20 PM
(ooc: again, sorry for missing my post last night. I unintentionally took a very decisive nap on the couch as soon as I got home from work. This holiday season is proving to be quite a busy one and this week is especially crazy since I am working in my agency's art department completely alone!!)
(I'm too tired to read everything that has transpired over the past 4 or 5 days, so my post goes like this...)
Emrys prepares a nice hot bath. He summons several Unseen Servants to attend to his every need. These tasks include: refilling his wine goblet, bathing him, massaging his sore muscles, taking his #4 soft bristle brush and slowing combing the tangles out of his coppery curls while he soaks motionlessly in the hot water. At some point, when the spirit moves him, he will test the acoustics of the bathroom with an a cappella performance. The Unseen Servants applaud tapping the walls and floor.
(As far as the business is concerned ... Im open to it, but I have no understanding of it. I don't have a mind for business. For example, I've watched Trading Places (Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd) countless times. I have read multiple articles explaining their scheme. I've asked many people (including an economist or two) and still have no earthly idea how Thorpe and Valentine made their millions while simultaneously kicking the Dukes to the curb, broke and penniless. However Emrys probably has a firm understand of such things ... I wouldn't know.)
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) Tuesday December 8th, 2015 11:50:08 PM
"Yeah, not a lot of folks about fer sure." He says looking about the area. "Seems a little odd, but hey, who knows."
Brom agrees with Edson and Barratore about trying out the password. "What's the worse that can happen." He says with a devilish smile.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Tuesday December 8th, 2015 11:57:11 PM
ooc: Super simplified version.
1. Use magic and Craft skill to make jewelry instantly. Very expensive jewelry. 2. Sell jewelry. Find buyers by using class abilities and Star Mage Guild teleportation network. 3. Repeat until I have lots of money. 4. Sell the monster carcass, similar to selling the jewelry.
Emrys Myrridanmyl, stephen f. ac10 hp46/46 Wednesday December 9th, 2015 1:45:40 AM
lol. Yeah my understanding of business is similar to that of the Underpants Gnomes.
At home and around the city. (DM JCC) Wednesday December 9th, 2015 2:05:57 PM
The group with the password arrives at the door, it's just before 11pm when they get there. The peephole opens, after a moment the say "Piccadilly", the peephole slams shut. The main door opens and it leads to a darkened hallway, with stairs leading up and back towards the city wall. At the house, the new pots and pans are put to use and the first meal is at least reheated. It becomes somewhat obvious that the rest of the party is not returning any time soon. There is a knock at the door, when the door is opened, there is a small package and no one is in site. Perception 21 Highlight to display spoiler: { a kitten (6 months old or so) sneaks into the house}
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 d20+18=27 ; Wednesday December 9th, 2015 5:35:34 PM
Edson nods to whoever let them in before heading in and looking around. He heads for the steps keeping an eye out for anything suspicious or even traps.
Perception 27/32 for traps
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Wednesday December 9th, 2015 6:14:49 PM
Well well what do you have there pal, Lanliss says to the halfing with a smile You earned some silver coins, didn't you.
Evaris d20+5=22 ; Wednesday December 9th, 2015 10:32:50 PM
"Ah. A package," Evaris says, stooping to pick it up.
"And livestock," he adds as a kitten darts into the house. "Are you lost, little kitty?"
"Ugh, not again," says Roel, and stomps back toward the kitchen.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Wednesday December 9th, 2015 10:59:42 PM
ooc: I sent out an email. Just avoiding an X.
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+15=34 ; Wednesday December 9th, 2015 11:29:37 PM
Brom follows Edson. He keeps his eyes out for excitement, err dangers.
Perception DC 34
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet d20+5=9 ; Thursday December 10th, 2015 7:20:31 AM
Barratore brings up the rear of the group and does not really pay attention to anything other than following along. He does glance around for whoever opened the door.
Perception 9
At home and around the city. (DM JCC) Thursday December 10th, 2015 1:46:24 PM
At the speakeasy (easier to call it that) the doorman is a rail thin man, you'd almost say he was starved to death, but he is very much alive. Behind the door is a seat where the doorman apparently sits while waiting for the next knock. The stairs continue up and at the top, they pass through a wall, the wall is almost four feet thick. To the left is a door, which when opened reviles a 3 story bar, about 20' wide and 50' long. There are spiral stairs on both ends of the room leading up to the two upper floors. The bar is loud, smoke filled and a haze hangs in the air, almost filling the lower two levels. As the group nears the bar itself, "What'll you have?"
At the house the package is not really very big, and it's light in weight, a slight shaking, whatever is inside doesn't rattle. The kitten, is a orange long haired tiger, it is extremely ratty looking right this moment and meows loudly, looking completely pitiful.
Lanlis seems not to be heard by the youth, at least until he puts his hand on his shoulder. "Huh,What? Oh hey, I heard you guys got a house, that's handy. What ya need?" It's almost like he came out of a daze when you stopped him and got noticed by him. And he does indeed have a handful of silver, he wasn't even trying to hide it like usually has in the past when you've seen him get paid for escorting people.
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Thursday December 10th, 2015 4:33:19 PM
Furniture, that is what I need. Lanliss says and also asks as if asking as an after thought, where did you get all this silver coins ?
Edson Kazil(Shawn), AC 26,Touch AC 19, Flatfooted AC 12, HP 27/57 Thursday December 10th, 2015 6:41:15 PM
" Three mugs of ale" Edson says, " and keep them coming." He looks for a seat for the three of them while waiting for the drinks.
Evaris Thursday December 10th, 2015 11:42:31 PM
"We've very little food, you know," Evaris tells the kitten. "We just moved in. You mustn't mind Roel; we had some rather exciting kitten-wrangling adventures back in Plateau City, and he bore the brunt of it. Let's see if we can find you something."
He strolls toward the kitchen, package in hand, and looks to see if the kitten follows him.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Thursday December 10th, 2015 11:51:58 PM
ooc: Updating character... Just pretend Evred is standing in the back, jotting notes.
Barratore Steelwind (Dan K) AC: 31 (T 12 FF 24), CMD: 36; HP: 93/106Character Sheet d20+5=25 ; Friday December 11th, 2015 9:02:17 AM
Barratore smiles, "I think I just found my new favorite place." Barratore drops a couple silver on the counter, "A box of fine cigars as well." he adds to the barkeep.
Barratore lights up, hands one to Brom and Edson and scoops up the ale with a big grin. "I'm thinking we head up." and he gestures towards the upper floors. Barratore does not lead, but will trail in after Brom and Edson. The minotaur looks about to take in the scene as they move about.
Now that he has a drink and stogie, he's much more relaxed and observant.
perception 25
Brom the Barbarian - Rich P; AC: 25 (T 14, FF 25, Raged 23), CMD: 29 (31 Raged); HP: 91/124 (111/144 Raged); DR 2/- (DR 4/- Raged) d20+15=19 ; Friday December 11th, 2015 11:27:21 AM
Brom takes the ale from Edson and the cigar from Barratore. "Yeah, I think yer right. This is gonna be a good place to enjoy ourselves. He looks up to the other floors. "Sounds good. Edson, Barratore let's go check it out." He stands up and heads to a stair.
Perception DC 19
At home and around the city. (DM JCC) Friday December 11th, 2015 12:45:04 PM
At the speakeasy, the group gets drinks and cigars and decides to head up the stairs. They get up one floor to the middle level, but find some well armed burly men preventing any further ascent. The middle level has booths against the back wall, and a railing that doubles as a drink rest over looking the lower floor. The smoky haze pretty much hangs about 2/3 the way up past this floor and looking down it only gets thicker. Near the end is a open booth, it'll be a tight fit due to the size of some, but it currently has no one seated in it.
Lanliss asks the lad his question, "Oh, I had an escort up to the Gold Level. Wait a moment..." He looks down at the coins in his hand and gets a perplexed look on his face..... I remember talking to a woman, then leaving the Way Station, and then you stopped me here....."
The kitten follows you across the room towards the kitchen, it meows again as you start searching for something to feed it. You have some left over meat like stuff in your pack (trail rations/jerky) but nothing but water for it to drink. Unless you want to get it drunk.
Evred Whitesmith (Tanner) HP 103 -- AC 21/15/18 -- F+10 R+8 W+9 -- CMD 17 Friday December 11th, 2015 11:32:27 PM
ooc: Almost done.
Evaris Saturday December 12th, 2015 10:05:15 AM
Evaris pours a little water into one of the newly-acquired bowls and sets it down for the kitten. He puts the dried meat to soak in another bowl of water, but leaves that one on the counter, out of reach. "That meat isn't soft enough for kitten teeth," he tells it.
"Shall I open this package, do you think?" he asks Roel. "Or wait for the others?"
LanlissHP 42/80 AC:26 touch:19 flat:18 cmd:25 Saturday December 12th, 2015 6:07:37 PM
Lanliss says, you still look surprised, had an escort and lost him ? you need help ?
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