Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Friday July 1st, 2016 10:35:21 PM
Assuming that she wasn't already there, Leskni heads towards the Drow quarters.
If she arrives in time "What just happened? Where are you going?"
DM Shane Saturday July 2nd, 2016 8:14:03 PM
prior post aside I'm putting Leskni, Owen and Atlas at the scene right now.
Eclyndryl turns to face the approaching party members. She looks ready to bolt for it, till she sees Leskni, she then relaxes a bit. You notice she has tears in her eyes and fury in her demeanor. She takes a moment to get control of herself, taking several deep breaths. She points to the railing where the person was thrown off... That taudl d' in'loil shu killed my cousin and took his place as my guard, he was the one who attacked you, I was suspicious earlier, so I questioned him, he attacked my family, so I killed him, I do not know for what reason this was done to us, but it has..I cannot proceed with negotiations at this time. I must get back to my people and inform my Family of my cousins death.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Saturday July 2nd, 2016 9:44:58 PM
Owen knows Woldian Below, and he'd like to know what "taudl d' in'loil shu" means.... if it isn't too vulgar.
Seeing Eclyndryl visibly relax when Leskni approaches, Owen steps back and lets the young wemic take charge. In passing, he murmurs to her in Tauric: Highlight to display spoiler: {"If we can get her to stay through tomorrow morning she'll probably calm down some, and Armand should be able to ask questions of the body. She might want to hear those answers...."}
If any other party members enter, he gestures at them to keep back.
DM Shane. literally "sorry piece of excrement"
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet d20+14=27 ; Sunday July 3rd, 2016 1:26:25 AM "It is very dangerous for just the three of you to be travelling alone. Perhaps the entire attack was staged to get you to leave like this, to get you to a place where you can be ambushed and your deaths blamed on us surface dwellers.
May I suggest that you stay here tonight and leave in the morning? Then we can arrange an escort to make sure that you at least get back closer to your lands safely"
Note that Leskni is fairly sincere in that. This whole thing still smells very strange to her and, until she is more sure what is going on, she doesn't think the Drow are safe leaving.
Diplomacy 1d20+14=27
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Sunday July 3rd, 2016 1:46:14 PM
Carver, when he arrives at Gaston's room, "You have him covered and it's safe for me to head to the top, or do you want me to stay here and back you up?" He asks whomever is there already when he gets there.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Sunday July 3rd, 2016 6:13:44 PM
Well to repeat...(OOC: What is the lighting situation in the tree at night, is there the equivalent of street lights? How are we seeing what we're seeing? If there are no lights Armand will cast light on the head of the glaive.)
And...since I guess I'm not in the Tavern, Could you please tell us where each of us are Shane? Several of us had stated we were in various locations previously. If we are not reasonably close to the Tavern, given the size of the Tree would we have even heard the screams?
DM shane: The tree has amassed a decent suppy of Continual flame objects. Most folk put them up at night to light the ways. about 20% less bright than streetlights but they light the way quite well.
I am putting Carver, Mack Armand and 'Osul on the bottom floor watching Gaston. and yes you can hear the screams, he fell right past your dwelling.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Sunday July 3rd, 2016 9:34:02 PM "Got in Himmel.". Armand is awake enough to recognize the effect of the scream as someone falling a good distance.
Armand leaps up and races to the stairs. (Wearing +1 chain shirt since it's deemed we are in a danger/guard situation, so no fatigue). He sees Carver near Gaston's quarters. "Carver stay with Gaston, better just keep him in his room and don't let him come out. I'm going to go downstairs and see who fell. Yell loudly if anything more comes down."
Armand runs down the stairs.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Monday July 4th, 2016 12:56:24 AM "Armand, I'll see what's left to do down there." 'Osul makes for the ground with Armand in the slim chance a Stabilize could be of use.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday July 4th, 2016 3:18:40 PM
Carver listens to his team mate and takes up guard duties at Gaston's door. He knocks softly and when there's an answer, "Is Gaston ok?" If so keep him inside until we've got things under control, it'll be safer. If not What's wrong with him, let me see him, I want to make sure it's not similar to what's going on out side."
Carver becomes afraid Gaston is some how involved......
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Monday July 4th, 2016 3:20:35 PM
Atlas nods, "That's what I would have done as well, so you'll face no quarrel with me on this matter. However, I would suggest you heed Leskni's words and stay the night. We can also have Armand talk to the dead and learn more if you need in the morning. It could help save your family."
DM Shane Monday July 4th, 2016 5:52:30 PM I'm not the one you should be following Eclyndryl says after giving Leskni a look that ranges from incredulous to affectionate, she points down and toward where Gaston resides. We are strangers here, it is best you see things with your own eyes. she then motions for her companions to follow her as she makes her way down to the lower levels.
'Osul and Armand both rush to the base of the tree and with a bit of searching find Jryral Hal the trapper lying broken with his head at an unnatural angle in a heap on the ground. Without getting too graphic, its pretty obvious that he is far past the point where a Stabilize spell would do any good. if the fall would have been 200' shorter, maybe but not from that height.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Monday July 4th, 2016 6:02:47 PM
I continue to monitor Gaston.
OOC: I updated the WIKI with our new levels (except for Carver - wasn't positive on his latest level).
How's this for the new Nightly Watch, when we're out adventuring? Standard Nightly Watch 20:00 - 22:00 : Atlas, Owen 22:00 - 01:00 : Carver, Mack, Owen 01:00 - 04:00 : Leskni, Mack, Owen 04:00 - 07:00 : Armand, Mack, Osul
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Monday July 4th, 2016 8:26:42 PM
OoC: The watch schedule looks good to me.
IC: Owen follows Eclyndryl, but keeps a careful eye on her guards.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Monday July 4th, 2016 10:33:20 PM
Atlas sees the trapper, "I knew there was something wrong about him when we met him."
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday July 4th, 2016 10:36:43 PM
Carver really needs to be on first or last watch, he has multiple spell lists....
Carver knocks on Gaston's door again....
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet d20+4=7 ; Monday July 4th, 2016 10:44:01 PM
Armand looks at the body. "I wonder what happened. Did he try to infiltrate the Drow residence?"
Armand casts Detect Magic and looks over the trappers remains carefully. Perception 7 (d20+4). "The lighting here is terrible." Armand continues to look the body over with detect magic going.
"'Osul, I don't think there's anything you can do here. Head back up to Carver and let him know what's going on. I'll be up as soon as I can finish looking him over with detect magic, and find a guard or someone to stand watch over the body. I don't want it disturbed."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Monday July 4th, 2016 11:18:55 PM
Leskni accompanies the Drow down the tree
"Could you please tell us exactly what happened? Did one of your guards turn traitor? Or was he replaced by a duplicate? Who exactly was that you tossed off the tree? There are only 3 of you now, where is the fourth? And what did Gaston do? I assure you, what you tell me is worth far more to me than what Gaston has to say"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Tuesday July 5th, 2016 7:28:38 AM
OOC: John C,
Easy fix. What's your preference? First or last watch?
Hmm... and as to your level, I noticed the link to your character on the WIKI goes to a different copy of your character than is listed here. ;) I'll get that fixed. Did you have an old backup of your character for some reason?
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Tuesday July 5th, 2016 8:27:11 AM
'Osul nods in agreement with Armand, and makes his way back up to Carver and those with him. "You remember trapper Jryral? With the knack for hunting monsters? Keep those memories -- much more pleasant than the reality." He sets about spotting guards to watch over Jryral's Rest.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 5th, 2016 11:17:27 PM
Checking in
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Tuesday July 5th, 2016 11:20:54 PM
Checking in.....
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Tuesday July 5th, 2016 11:25:56 PM
Owen stumbles as he walks down the stairs, but recovers before he falls against Leskni.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 5th, 2016 11:32:29 PM
checking in
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Wednesday July 6th, 2016 8:12:01 AM
I get distracted as I watch a few ants walking around. What are they up to? I expect foul play.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Wednesday July 6th, 2016 10:40:46 AM
Atlas nods at Leskni's last comment, "Gaston is a windbag, don't anyone worry about talking to him about anything unless we're at the table talking trade. Even then it is hard to take him seriously, but for the sake of of the Tree it is best to do so." Atlas ends with a look of disgust on his face, like just saying the man's name causes him physical pain.
DM Shane Wednesday July 6th, 2016 2:20:51 PM
Gastons servant James answers the door, rubbing sleep from his eyes still in his bed clothes. Yes, May I help you? he intones in a sleep thick voice.
Armands detect magic spell lights up with a pretty serious glow. Jyral's hat shows a faint illusion aura. the boots a faint transmutation aura as does a silver circlet he was wearing beneath the hat, the headband though has a moderate transmutation aura. The bag at his side puts forth a moderate conjuration aura, His scimitar a faint evocation aura and a moderate conjuration aura. his clothes put forth a faint abjutation aura and a moderate illusion aura. pretty serious magic, this guy was pimping. more study is needed.
there is no need to call for guards, they start arriving, along with Miles, at the spot where Jyral lay. Miles speaks What in the sam hill happened here?
still walking Eclyndryl talks back over her shoulder. He was an assassin in disguise, he killed my cousin and took his place, he wasn't acting right and when he dodged out on the detect magic spell I grew suspicious. I had my captain drug his wine and while he slept I saw his true visage. we then dumped him over the side. I will not stay here, he has other agents about. but if you wish to know more, follow him clandestinely and you will learn. on the night of the morrow. Or follow not, it makes no difference to me. she stops and turns to Leskni, genuine pain beyond the loss of her cousin colors her face. ussta abbil, my trusted friend, please, when you see the truth, remember business is business, If I would have known then what I know now.... she squeezes you hand, then turns and walks off.
(sorry for the delay guys, if I missed anybody send me an email and I will update the post. )
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet d20+4=19 ; Wednesday July 6th, 2016 3:21:41 PM
(OOC, have the Drow completely left the tree or are they still winding their way down?)
Armand calls out to 'Osul as he prepares to leave. "'Oslu, I think we need Owen down here. Jyral is pretty heavily decked out in magic."
He then turns to Miles. "I'm not sure myself Miles. But I think Jaryl here either fell, was shoved, or tossed off the tree. I heard a long scream. I'd say he had to have fallen from maybe the Tavern level. I'd like to have a guard placed on him. Come the morning I can try to ask him 2 questions. The others are still up in the tree, split between Gaston's group and the Drow."
Armand continues to study the items. He will try to identify the hat. Spellcraft 19, (d20+4).
DM Shane. The Drow are half way down the tree to the lower level as of this last post. It looks like they are going to leave using one of the back ways. passing as far from Gastons room as possible.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Wednesday July 6th, 2016 5:14:20 PM
Asks Eclyndryl if she can speak privately with her for a second. Assuming the answer is yes:
"I have access to a spell that would let us communicate. If I cast it when you are sleeping, and you are willing, it will bring your spirit to me so that we can talk. You MUST be willing, But, in order for me to even cast it, I must have a token of yours. A bit of hair, a prized possession. Are you willing to give me such, give me permission to cast this, and tell me what time you are most likely to be asleep? I give you my word to not use that token for any other purpose nor to tell anybody else that I have that token"
Note that all of the above is quite sincere. No ulterior motive, just wants to be in a position where contact is at least a possibility.
OOC: Spell is call Spirit : http://woldiangames.com/Woldipedia/index.php/Spell:_Call_Spirit
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Wednesday July 6th, 2016 5:36:24 PM ooc: I'm not really sure if I'm following along. Are the drow leaving now? Who is the "he" in this statement, "I will not stay here, he has other agents about. but if you wish to know more, follow him clandestinely and you will learn. on the night of the morrow". Gaston? And we seem to be all over the board when it comes to each of us and our actions, myself included (sorry). How can we group up and work as a team again?
Atlas turns to Eclyndryl and Leskni, "It doesn't have to be goodbye, I wouldn't mind getting out for a walk and escorting you back and helping solve any mystery that might be outstanding. However, I do think it best if we talk to the dead guy first though."
DM Shane, she was talking about Gaston, but the between posts the reference probably got lost...sorry.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Wednesday July 6th, 2016 8:25:24 PM
OoC: Part of our across-the-boardness comes from us having to watch over two other parties.
IC: Owen nods at Atlas' suggestion, though the group doesn't seem to be making any headway in convincing Eclyndryl.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Wednesday July 6th, 2016 9:53:56 PM
During the evening, since he's up now, Carver will keep Dancing Lights up and going. (humanoid shaped light) Keeping it in range, but also moving and going in and out of corners and deeper shadows. When he's made aware of the Drow's wish to exit, "I should go with them, I'm much better in the open that cooped up in the tree."
Either first or last is fine, but Atlas and I should not be together, as both of us are very good melee.
DM Shane Wednesday July 6th, 2016 10:39:49 PM
waiting on "Osul and Mack, will post once they have posted.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Thursday July 7th, 2016 6:53:02 AM
'Osul nods in parting to Armand, and heads up the tree, pretty much exactly as he thought he already had, only this time he takes a moment to quietly pass on Armand's request to Owen, before commenting on the trapper. "So, what is our disposition?", he asks all present.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=35 ; d20+15=25 ; Thursday July 7th, 2016 7:23:45 AM
Nothing new to report here. I continue keeping an eye on Gaston... and the suspicious ants.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 35) (d20+15 stealth check of 25)
DM Shane
Thursday July 7th, 2016 12:03:10 PM Mack notices a lantern lite up at Gastons residence and sees the distinct shape of gaston's shadow getting dressed behind the window curtain. He also notices that the ants are feeding on a golden sap nodule off one of the tree branches.
'Osul catches up with Eclyandryls party and gets up dated on the what's happening with them.
Armand pretty easily recognizes the hat to be a hat of disguise, sewn inside the headband is an inscription that says "Illusion is needed to disguise the emptiness within" it is a balmorial bonnet , black with a red band around the base.
At Carver and Atlas suggestion Eclyandrly shakes her head, No, do what you will here, but follow Gaston, on the night of the morrow hence, you may be needed, and your questions answered.
To Leskni she reaches over and plucks a long sliver hair from your shoulder ussta d'anthe you already have my token on you she hands you the hair, I would have a token of yours in return
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=30 ; d20+15=21 ; Thursday July 7th, 2016 12:24:28 PM
Looking towards Gaston's room.... Hmmm.... I wonder where he's heading? AND I wonder what that sap tastes like. Not being able to resist, I try a bit of the golden sap that the ant is eating.
I know I'm not the only one monitoring Gaston, but I feel like I'm the only one where I'm at. If someone else is near, I let them know that Gaston looks like he may be heading somewhere. If no one is close by, I quietly let the ants know, and ask them to pass the message on if they get the chance.
I get ready to follow Gaston (clandestinely if possible). If he DOES spot me, I try to act as though I just stumbled upon him, and tag along for fun.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 30) (d20+15 stealth check of 21)
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 d20+13=21 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+13=14 ; d20+13=15 ; d20+13=18 ; Thursday July 7th, 2016 1:41:57 PM
'Osul delivers Armand's message, so Owen makes his way to the bottom of the Tree. He casts Detect Magic and tries to identify the properties of the boots, headband, bag, scimitar, and clothes. He says to Armand, "I can't figure out what some of these are, but I'll be able to do that tomorrow once I've prepared Identify."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Thursday July 7th, 2016 1:42:21 PM
Armand ponders. "Leave him as is or remove the magic items and set them aside. What are the legal ramifications here?" He thinks to himself.
(Assuming Miles is still here for the moment. If not then the highest ranking guard.) Armand turns to Miles/guard. "Does anyone know anything about Jyrial? Does he have any family? Perhaps we should ask Dungarth if he knows anything more about this man."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Thursday July 7th, 2016 1:44:56 PM
(OOC, oops Owen swooped in while I was pondering my turn. So I continue...)
Armand points to the hat. "I believe that is a Hat of Disguise. Useful for changing who you are. What's going on up there?" Armand waves upward to the tree.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Thursday July 7th, 2016 1:58:04 PM
Atlas wishes Eclyandrly well, then turns to Carver. "Sounds like we need a plan. Let's gather everyone up and see if we can think of something. I'll meet you and those you grab at our place. Let's leave Mack on Gaston for the time being."
Atlas goes about the tree gathering the group so that they can get together and discuss a plan for following Gaston tomorrow. He leads them back to their lodging when they are able to free up from their current activities.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Thursday July 7th, 2016 3:48:41 PM
Leskni cuts a small bit of fur from her chest and hands it to Eclyandryl
"I look forward to when we next meet. May that be soon and the meeting long. Tapaamisemme muutti sydämeni monin tavoin"
She then heads back to the tree with Atlas and Carver
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Thursday July 7th, 2016 9:34:41 PM "Gesundheit!!!", I say to Leskni, if I hear her. ;)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Thursday July 7th, 2016 11:46:04 PM
Upon hearing about the hat, "Now i'm sure someone wants this deal to fail, but is it a rival or is it our good friend?" Carver asks Atlas and whomever is near by at the time.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Friday July 8th, 2016 1:53:39 AM With Eclyandryl, Leskni, Altas, Carver and potentially others as I understand.
"If nothing else I'll be fitter come morning." With an acknowledgement to Eclyandryl, he heads out again following Atlas in the gathering.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Friday July 8th, 2016 7:50:29 AM
I let my thoughts drift to finding myself a good and loyal animal companion.
DM Shane Friday July 8th, 2016 9:14:47 AM
d20+13=21 ; d20+13=27 ; d20+13=14 ; d20+13=15 ; d20+13=18
spellcheck 21, boots of elven kind
spellcheck 27 headband of alluring charisma and inscription on the inside says "smile and the world smiles with you"
spellcheck 14 you think it might be a magic bag of some sort.
spellcheck 15 the sword is crafted of some type of pure white non-reflective metal that softly glows with a warm light. The hilt is wrapped in a bright red leather with gold stitching, and shows that whoever used to wield it, held it very tightly. Etched into the curved blade are runes in sylvan. it might possibly be a magic sword of some sort. The runes say "The light will always overcome the dark"
spellcheck 18 the clothes glow, but you cannot quite figure out what makes them tick.
Mack you have had Maple syrup before, this tastes almost exactly like it. once Gaston gets his glad rags on, he marches to the front door to see what is up. once hearing of the death and the departing drow. he starts throwing a fit. How could you idiots let all this happen? you have to be the most incompetent, no good, sorry excuses for "hero's" I've ever seen! Well I hope you are all happy now, the tree could have really used this trade, now that's all shot to a pigs breakfast! He goes on and on. finally he ends with Thats it, I'm going back to bed and we are leaving come tomorrow, James start getting things packed up.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Friday July 8th, 2016 10:57:14 AM
Upon hearing Gaston's tirade, Armand makes sure Jyrial's body is under guard. He will then run up to the lower level where Gaston is staying.
After Gaston's rant Armand speaks. "Well that was to be expected. I left Jyrial's body below under guard to make sure no one disturbs it. He has quite the supply of magic items. I'm not sure of what the laws are regarding 'spoils of war' as Jyrial was certainly murdered by the Drow Eclyndryl. So I'm not sure who would claim Jyrial's body and belongings or if he has a family. I asked Miles but he either did not hear me or doesn't know. Do any of you have any idea as to the legal ramifications of claiming Jyrial's body?"
Armand looks around. "In any case there's not much more we can do right now. If anyone wishes to remain up and about I'd suggest keeping an eye on Jryial's body. No telling if someone may try to go through it."
Armand stretches. "I for one have to get back to rest. Leskni did you ever get to question the plants in the Drow's rooms?"
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet d20+6=8 ; d20+6=26 ; d20+6=18 ; d20+16=25 ; d20+16=36 ; Friday July 8th, 2016 11:33:50 AM
Leskni will cast Detect magic on the bag, sword and clothes.
Assuming the 26 succeeds, she'll then try again, this time with identify.
So, 26 on sword, 25 on bag and 36 on clothes
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=38 ; d20+15=22 ; Friday July 8th, 2016 12:17:52 PM
I continue to keep any eye on Gaston, or his dwelling if he's inside "sleeping".
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 38) (d20+15 stealth check of 22)
OOC: I'll add the items to our Party Treasure inventory for the time being, until we decide if someone will claim the body and items and such.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Friday July 8th, 2016 12:48:40 PM
Owen says to the others, I don't like letting either group leave. We know that the drow just killed someone, and Gaston is likely implicated. I think it will end up harming the Tree if we can't enforce people's safety at these trade talks. Should we try to detain either party?
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Friday July 8th, 2016 1:33:42 PM "Not only do I think Gaston probably set up this failure, he wants US to take the blame for it as well.", I say quietly to the ants.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+7=25 ; d20+7=20 ; d20+7=19 ; d20+5=21 ; Friday July 8th, 2016 5:04:57 PM
Carver looks over Leskni's shoulder while she is trying to identify the magic or possibly magic items and gives her his own thoughts on them.... (aid another) (success on all 3 aids so +2 to each of her rolls)
Sense Motive on Gaston as he has his outburst.... (sense motive 21) He has proven untrustworthy before, this would not be too much of a surprise if he continued in his normal actions.
DM Shane Friday July 8th, 2016 10:40:17 PM
Spellcheck 23 for Leskni the sword is a scimitar of Drow bane +1
Spellcheck 25 on bag did I say bag? no it's a Handy Haversack, that just seems to fold neatly into its own little bag when not in use carrying other things.
Spellcheck 36 on clothes, as you study them they begin to morph into a fine suit of Chainmail, +2 and glammered by the smell of it.
Dungarth, who with the rest of the town has shown up for the drama, speaks up. Nay, Armand, he twas a stranger here, I'd only met him a day or so ago before I "innerduced" him to ya, and I'd been asking around the other traders who come by here...none have ever heard of him either.
Carver perhaps it's just that you don't like Gaston, but to you his little tirade sounds well rehearsed and for being so mad he's not "foaming at the mouth" like he usually does when irate.
Macks ants march on, dedicated to their queen, they take little interest in the lives and opinions of things larger than they. Mack watches Gaston disrobe get back in bed and snuff the light.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Saturday July 9th, 2016 1:53:31 PM "I don't think that forceably restraining the Drow is a good idea. It would appear that they are innocent victims in this. At any rate, to do so would likely lead to war with the tree. That is not a decision that we can make ourselves. And by the time the Powers That Be within the Tree make it they'll be long gone"
"I'd like to speak to the plants in both Gastons and the Drows quarters. If you can get Gaston and his men out of his quarters I can go in there and speak to the plants without their knowledge. Otherwise, we'd have to get the plants out so I can speak to both sets of plants simultaneously"
OOC: It lasts 5 minutes and I only get 1 a day. So, the plants would need to be together when I cast the spell.
OOC: Not at all sure how much you want to roleplay that spell.. Basic question is what happened inside that was strange. People killed, people coming in through window, etc.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Saturday July 9th, 2016 2:36:17 PM
Owen frowns a bit. Leskni, it would appear that they have just killed a man. We know from hearsay that this guy replaced one of their guards, but I don't plan to trust the Drow to be truthful. We've got some spells that can help us out. Let's talk to whoever we need to about how to restrain Gaston and Eclyndryl. We can talk to the dead man and your plants to learn more about what happened, but for now we need to keep the killers locked up.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Saturday July 9th, 2016 7:35:12 PM "No, I think we should be armed with evidence before detaining either of them. The fact that anyone leaving will only be heaping suspicion upon themselves should be enough to keep them here."
"Leskni, if I can be of any assistance...? And it is not as though some of us can not go talk restrains and detention."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Saturday July 9th, 2016 8:31:54 PM
Armand scratches his head. "That Jyrial was certainly well equipped. Since Miles is up and about somewhere let's ask him what the policy of the Tree with respect to murder and such. I suspect that we won't be able to do anything as they may have diplomatic immunity."
Armand will go through Jyrial's bag and pockets to see what can be found.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Saturday July 9th, 2016 9:02:47 PM
Owen sighs. "'Osul, the evidence is the corpse of the man that we watched the drow toss to his death. If Gaston's group is implicated in this, then we can clearly detain them too. But yes, Armand, let's definitely ask Miles about Tree policy here."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Sunday July 10th, 2016 10:10:24 PM
Atlas agrees with Owen and Armand, "Honestly, I'm not under the impression that the tree is in the business of holding prisoners. Probably something we should have asked before all this started. No matter, let's check with Miles first and foremost. Until then, I don't think we should be detaining anyone. Put a watch on both parties and leave it at that until Miles weighs in."
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Monday July 11th, 2016 10:37:07 AM
Checking in
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=27 ; d20+15=34 ; Monday July 11th, 2016 3:48:27 PM
I keep my usual watch on Gaston and crew, after thoroughly scrubbing my eyes out after the disrobing.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 27) (d20+15 stealth check of 34)
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Monday July 11th, 2016 6:20:14 PM
Owen asks Ciyradyl for some steel wool to help Mack cleanse his eyes.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Monday July 11th, 2016 7:40:36 PM
Armand continues going through Jyrial's pockets and the handy haversack.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Monday July 11th, 2016 8:15:08 PM "Do we get the loot, or is it the property of the Tree? Anyone know?"
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday July 11th, 2016 9:16:49 PM
Carver corners Atlas, quietly, "We have a problem.... It's even worse than might think. I have a feeling that Gaston orchestrated this fiasco. You know how angry he got at the meeting when we spoke against him? Well, he's trying to act that angry right now, but his face just won't reach that lovely puce color he achieved that night. And, remember this, how far away was he when those elementals came fling down from above. He almost yelled out DROW! even before they came down to attack. And remember what the last one said to our friend before it returned to the other planes.... We were sent to attack but NOT kill you. I thought that weird at the time, but now with 2 + 2 equaling 4, I think it adds up. So, do I play dumb or do I crash in and confront him?"
DM Shane Monday July 11th, 2016 10:02:04 PM Leskni wastes no time gathering the plants from the drows rooms, grumpily James hands you the plants from their room, mumbling something about his lot in life, cursed adventurers, and his prima donna charge.
When you speak with plants, they are at first a bit miffed because you did not water them, but come forth with some of the information you seek. Jyrial was indeed in the Drows room, and while to a plant all animals look the same, the Ivy did notice that he changed from black to tan few times after coming and going through the window. the ones in the other drow rooms, merely confirm that Eclyandryl and her other guards entered and exited their rooms through the door at appropriate times. The ones in Gastons quarters, have nothing more to add besides confirmation that gastons party entered and exited as per usual. The day lily, did add that it really liked the pheromones coming off his rosewater perfume.
Jyrials pockets yield very little of value, a few silver pieces, a ball of string, a pipe and a pouch of tobacco. the other holds a small clasp knife and a handkerchief. the Haversack though has 4000gp and two vials labeled "stealth" and "oil of Tagget"
Miles, listens to the party discuss the ordeal, while standing over the corpse of Jyrial. he nods sagely, and when asked about the loot, shrugs. " it's pretty obvious that his royal horses butt, did all this to try and set you all up. That means he probably isn't going to pay you. I don't see anything wrong with you taking this guys loot as payment. he chuckles, I don't think Gaston is going to come forward and claim any of it.. He sobers a bit, then adds. after he leaves, go talk to Lorifir, the boyer, up on the third level, maybe you need to follow Gaston a bit and see what's going on....you may be able to catch him up to some more no good
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Monday July 11th, 2016 10:32:21 PM
After watering all the plants and giving the Day Lily the rosewater perfume :-)
"Eclyndryl also suggested that we follow Gaston when he leaves. I think that is a very good suggestion"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=34 ; d20+15=16 ; Tuesday July 12th, 2016 9:05:44 AM
I thank Owen for his help in cleaning out my eyes.
I keep my usual watch on Gaston and crew.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 34) (d20+15 stealth check of 16)
OOC: [small]testing the small font.[/small]
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Tuesday July 12th, 2016 9:56:43 AM
'Osul watches intently as Leskni questions the potted plants.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Tuesday July 12th, 2016 10:07:45 AM
OOC: Party Treasure updated with what we know so far:
How do we determine if the Headband Of Alluring Charisma is +2, +4, or +6?
I am planning on removing the yellow-highlighted items from the Party Treasure by the end of the week. I figured those items are now on the appropriate sheets.
(small)Testing small font again.(/small)
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Tuesday July 12th, 2016 10:09:34 AM
OOC: ah-HAAAAAAA!!!! I should have read my own notes better. ;)
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 12th, 2016 10:30:07 AM
Armand turns to Miles and asks again, "I take it the Tree will not prosecute? Just for the record do those that come here for trade negotiations have some form of Diplomatic Immunity? And if so how far does this immunity extend from the Tree?"
Armand turns to the others. "That scimitar seems to be made of some strange material otherwise why would it be white? Anyone have any ideas on that? I must get to bed or I will not be able to regain any spells. I bid you goodnight."
Pending any further discussion, Armand will head to bed and hope that morning comes without further disruption.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Tuesday July 12th, 2016 1:35:57 PM
Atlas lights up at the thought of splitting that treasure. "Very keen observation Miles, and we are very grateful for your generosity in allowing us to take this."
Turning to the rest of the Group, "Well, we have Mack on Gaston, but if something goes awry then he might need backup. I'm not equipped to sneak about, but I'd be willing to hang back a bit and be available if needed."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Tuesday July 12th, 2016 2:43:21 PM
Owen grins at Atlas' suggestion. "I've got something I've wanted to try for a while. I've got a disguise kit lying around, and we just got the Hat of Disguise off of Jyral. Let's do the same thing to Gaston that he purportedly did to the drow. I'll use Disguise Self, Mack can sneak around nearby, and one other party member can use the Hat of Disguise. It needs to be someone Gaston doesn't know too well, so he won't recognize your voice. Let's get Ciyradyl to ask where they are going, then have somebody remark that two travelers are going the same way."
"Keep in mind, though, that whoever is using the Hat of Disguise will have to keep refreshing their disguise every ten minutes. Some stealth might be useful, there."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 12th, 2016 2:55:21 PM "Pella should be able to trail them safely while reasonably well hidden, with the rest of us being back a fair distance.
Darn. I was hoping to use the hat of disguise to disguise myself as a Minotaur :-) :-)"
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Tuesday July 12th, 2016 6:24:25 PM
Carver grabs Atlas' shirt front, "Did you not hear what I just told you? Or should I just go ahead and get what I want out of Gaston the way I was taught to at the Fist training castle?"
Carver indicates that he might be interested in the armor.....
"You planning on disguising yourself as a 5 year old 'Taur? You might be able to pass yourself off at a 6 year old...."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 12th, 2016 7:57:40 PM
Armand is stunned by Carver. "Please put the nice human down Carver. We are all pretty sure Gaston is up to something. Unfortunately our hands are tied while he is at the Tree. As Miles said, our best course may be to follow Gaston and see what he is up to. Then we can decide on the next best course of action."
Armand thinks to himself, 'Now I have to good cop within the group.'
Out loud he states, "I'd still like to know the legal aspects of negotiators while at the Tree. Do they have immunity? Is there some sort of court here that hands out sentences like banishment from a zone around the tree? It's all terribly murky and I'm not politically inclined."
DM Shane Tuesday July 12th, 2016 9:15:05 PM
the headband it +2 worth of charismatic goodness.
Miles shrugs, "to be honest, it's never came up. This community is so small that minor crimes like theft are taken care of by either shunning or corporeal punishments. When killing has happend, it's usually as part of an attack on the tree, they usually get what's coming to them then. If you can get the Drow to come back to the tree, we will have a counsel meeting, to determine if they can be allowed back to the tree or not. We have no prison here, and while we could stage an execution, we frown on that here. Cities tend to frown on us killing their people, even though they came out here to start trouble."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Tuesday July 12th, 2016 11:41:50 PM
Owen polls the group: "Does that sound like a plan? Armand(?) and I disguised and tagging along with Gaston, Mack being sneaky, with Pella our eye in the sky for the rest of the group?"
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Wednesday July 13th, 2016 10:06:57 AM "Sounds good to me. Better than most of our plans, at any rate :-) :-)"
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Wednesday July 13th, 2016 10:15:30 AM
Armand responds. "I don't know how sneaky I can be. And it's not like that hat is going to disguise my glaive which is the only weapon I have. Also come morning I want to try and question Jyrial."
Armand leaves for their home, hoping against hope that the rest of the night passes uneventfully.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Wednesday July 13th, 2016 10:20:17 AM "It sounds like the start and middle of a plan. If I can be of any further assistance please let me know, but I am going to need some rest or I will be worse than useless come the morning and the following."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Wednesday July 13th, 2016 10:59:49 AM "I'm with 'Osul. Goodnight everyone."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Wednesday July 13th, 2016 2:13:56 PM
Owen looks around and sees that everyone is off to bed. Apparently it's easy to forget that people usually need more than two hours of sleep a night. He returns to party quarters and reads one of the books on botany recovered from the mad necrobotanist who plagued the Culverwood not too long ago. Then he sleeps a full two hours, wakes, and prepares spells with the plan in mind:
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Prepared spells: Highlight to display spoiler: {Bold spells are unused, underlined spells are in progress. 0: Detect Magic, Read Magic, Ray of Frost, and Ghost Sound. 1: Feather Fall, Sleep, Color Spray, Disguise Self, and Silent Image. 2: Scorching Ray, Still Disguise Self, Still Disguise Self, and Minor Image. 3: Fly, Still Invisibility, and Still Invisibility. 0/1 daily Arcane Bond spell used. 0/7 daily Blinding Rays used.}
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Wednesday July 13th, 2016 2:18:28 PM
I'm guessing I'm not with the group right now, but I like the plan. Either way, I'll keep monitoring, and try to stealthily follow Gaston if/when he heads out. If I'm busted, I'll pretend I'm alone.... and maybe I WILL be? ;)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Wednesday July 13th, 2016 9:02:03 PM
Carver slips the chainmail on, since no one else mentioned needing it. After donning the armor, he heads for the Gaston's room, he has some things to discuss with the weasel.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Thursday July 14th, 2016 9:26:37 AM "The boots looks nice, though I don't have clue what Elven boots will do on you feet, besides bringing you to the attention of elves unimpressed with you wearing them. I'll consider trading up from my mundane backpack if no-one else wants it.
Sleep...
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Thursday July 14th, 2016 10:51:52 AM
Before Atlas retires, he says to the group, "Nothing here I really need. I would rather take my portion in gold and buy something useful for me. We really need to nominate a treasurer to deal with all this going forward. Any takers?"
Atlas eventually heads to bed.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Thursday July 14th, 2016 1:54:13 PM
OOC: Well, I do keep the Party Treasure list up to date, which includes the gold. What else is involved in being the Treasurer? ;) Doesn't that just mean I take a 25% cut? :P
There are a few items on the list that I like, but unfortunately, I already have a version of every one of them. ;) I guess if no one wanted the Hat Of Disguise, that's probably all I'd be interested in.
Osul, the boots do this: move nimbly in any surrounding; +5 on Acrobatics
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Thursday July 14th, 2016 5:16:54 PM
Carver heads to Gaston's rooms, when he gets there he looks for whomever is watching him, basically asking if he's still inside or not.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Thursday July 14th, 2016 8:14:49 PM
Armand sleeps and dreams of the old days, picking up trash with his father. Briefly he wonders which is better being a simple trash man or adventuring with brave companions. He rolls over and continues his sleep.
DM Shane Thursday July 14th, 2016 8:56:32 PM
A plan is hatched, and most everyone is off to bed. Except for Carver who knocks on Gastons door once again. A very haggard and aggravated James answers the door. In a slightly miffed voice he asks; " May I help you?
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Thursday July 14th, 2016 10:15:39 PM
Owen hears horseshoes tromping out of party quarters and joins Carver on his journey.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Thursday July 14th, 2016 11:29:46 PM
Essentially just checking in. Leskni gets some sleep for the rest of the night in preparation for following Gaston when he leaves
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=22 ; d20+15=29 ; Friday July 15th, 2016 7:27:39 AM
I continue monitoring Gaston and crew, hopefully noticing when Carver approaches. But not interfering.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 22) (d20+15 stealth check of 29)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Friday July 15th, 2016 10:15:25 AM
Atlas snores loudly and the party can hear him easily through the walls. Those around him wonder if they should make a trip to the Catacombs and buy him a Ring of Silence so that they can actually get a decent night of sleep.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Friday July 15th, 2016 12:25:41 PM After some deep thought, I find that kicking Atlas is a lot cheaper.... although not nearly as effective. :)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Friday July 15th, 2016 7:19:37 PM "Yeah, where is he?" And Carver shuffles his feet to show his impatience. "We're going to talk, and talk right now."
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Friday July 15th, 2016 8:03:56 PM
Armand continues to dream and in his dream remembers that Jyrial's body had a headband of alluring charisma. His dreams turn to ones of him wearing the headband and opponents having more difficulty in resisting his spells.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Friday July 15th, 2016 10:02:41 PM
Almost my bedtime (it was a LONG day) so checking in :-)
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Sunday July 17th, 2016 3:20:44 PM
Owen puts a hand on Carver's arm, hoping to calm him a little.
DM Shane Sunday July 17th, 2016 9:10:56 PM James blanches and pales a bit at the big, armored armed and P.O'd centaur standing at his door. He stammers something, that has the words. "right away, he is sleeping, yes sir, and oh crap and just a moment. He shuts the door and you hear hushed voices and rustling behind the door.
A few minutes later, the door opens back up and Gaston comes outside, followed by Olrich, both fully dressed and armed. What is it Carver? he says in a tired and surly voice.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=31 ; d20+15=29 ; Monday July 18th, 2016 12:28:57 PM
I stay where I'm at (hidden), but get ready for action, in case Carver needs back-up.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 31) (d20+15 stealth check of 29)
Atlas Sunowl (Cayzle subbing) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Monday July 18th, 2016 12:45:15 PM
Atlas snores, and shifts and quiets at Mack's none-too-subtle foot-nudge.
In his dreams, he considers the diversity of the party he is leading, and he thinks that herding cats would be easier. Then in his dream, he IS herding cats -- and one cat is a yowling cattaur; and another keeps changing shape and is followed by a little raincloud; and one is a laser-cat with rays of fire and light coming out of its eyes; and so on.
Atlas tries to convince and guide each cat in a helpful way, offering milk to one, calling to another, but in his dream the cats all leap onto a vast disk that has mountains and rivers and seas on it ... and the giant disk falls on Atlas, and weight, as of the whole Wold, falls resting on his shoulders.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Monday July 18th, 2016 7:39:40 PM
Leskni wakes up bright and early the next day and regains her spell.
She then checks in with the others to see if anything interesting happened with Gascon overnight
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Monday July 18th, 2016 8:42:41 PM
Owen waits to see what Carver will do.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Monday July 18th, 2016 10:41:01 PM
Armand turns in his sleep again. "no not cats" he mutters.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday July 18th, 2016 11:46:02 PM "Just what are you doing out here. Remember I know you, I've been out in the woods with you.are no where near as brave as you seemed to be during that non-fight. We found out before the last elemental returned to his home plane told us he was to attack, but not hurt us as targets. The only way that happens is if someone who was in the target was also responsible for them. Then there's the fast that you yelled out Drow, almost before the elementals were even summoned. I know the truth when I hear it, and you're not saying it, so spill it before I forget I'm not in the Mailed Fist anymore and do what's needed to got the information from you." Carver makes a show of it in adjusting the dagger that's strapped on the inside of the shield he's still carrying around.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Tuesday July 19th, 2016 10:59:03 AM
'Osul sleeps like a log.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Tuesday July 19th, 2016 12:46:47 PM I need to get popcorn...... added to mental list.
DM Shane Tuesday July 19th, 2016 1:29:14 PM Gaston looks you up and down for a minute. A slight smile curls his lips and he speaks. Listen here Trigger, What you are going to do is Trot your happy little flanks back to your room and quit making wild accusations. You and the rest of the bungling bungalow bunch have screwed things up enough already. Gods you are an idiot, you should be out chasing the Drow instead of coming over here trying to threaten me. you've got some nerve, I'll give you that Mr. Ed, but you are messing around above your pay grade.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Tuesday July 19th, 2016 2:22:41 PM
Owen bites back a smile at the "Bungling Bungalow Bunch" line. Weren't we looking for a party name?
Atlas Sunowl (Cayzle subbing) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet d20+3=13 ; Tuesday July 19th, 2016 2:27:51 PM
Atlas resumes his snoring as he drifts deeper into sleep. But wait! What's up with all this shouting out in the hall? And does it wake our deep-sleeping Atlas? [Perception to awaken: 13]
[OOC: Easiest subbing EVER! Also, John, give the rest of us players a chance to do something, LOL!]
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 19th, 2016 6:31:58 PM
Armand continues to sleep. He starts to dream of Carver smashing bugs under his hooves, then the insect god comes and demands penance from Carver for killing the bugs. It is not a good dream.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 19th, 2016 11:06:42 PM
Checking in. Nothing to add.
But I'll vote for making Bungaling Bungalowers our official name
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet d20+8=20 ; Tuesday July 19th, 2016 11:42:46 PM "Now you pompous arrogant coward are not going to tell me or even attempt to tell me what to do. And why should I go chasing off after the Drow when you are the one who has something to hide about the attack that happened. Remember this before you try to lie to me, I am not just some brainless twit that swings a sword. My faith allows me to discover the truth. Now speak the truth and I might just leave you alone."
Diplomacy 20
Cayzle Highlight to display spoiler: { I tried to bring this up for 3 days last week, but no one was reading my posts.... so I decided i was going to just do it.}
DM Shane: Talking about something is completely different from doing something. when you actually acted, things happen.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Wednesday July 20th, 2016 2:29:11 AM
Owen stands strong next to Carver, letting him do the talking.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Wednesday July 20th, 2016 3:59:53 AM
'Osul continues to sleep like a log.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=36 ; d20+15=18 ; Wednesday July 20th, 2016 7:25:47 AM
I also agree. "Bungling Bungalow Bunch". I like it! :)
I continue monitoring the interaction, moving in closer if I'm too far away to provide quick assistance if needed.
OOC: John C Highlight to display spoiler: Highlight to display spoiler: {I read your posts, John. :) I don't usually read the spoilers I'm not supposed to, either. But I couldn't resist this time. ;) }
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 36) (d20+15 stealth check of 18)
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Wednesday July 20th, 2016 11:22:36 AM
Continues to sleep.
OOC: no vote on the Bungling Bungalow Bunch. Come on would real 'heroes' really call themselves that? How about Bonzai Cavaliers.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Wednesday July 20th, 2016 3:43:03 PM
OoC: I, at least, was joking. Bonzai Cavaliers doesn't work because bonzai trees are very small, and the Tree of Parting is very big.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Wednesday July 20th, 2016 4:00:57 PM
OOC: How about something vaguely reasonable like Defenders of the Tree? or Arboreal Warriors?
In character : I'm getting confused about the timeline but I don't think that Leskni is close enough to here this.
@GM - I think maybe its time to get us all together by fiat or moving things along or something?
DM Shane: I would like to get things moving along as well, but this potential confrontation between Carver and Gaston is some good stuff!
DM Shane Wednesday July 20th, 2016 7:25:09 PM
Gaston Laughes out loud. Oh this is rich. Ok, Silver, heres the truth. You stink like wet horse and Body odor, You have the sense of your cousin the donkey, and I think your Fist training sapped your reasoning and replaced it with bloodlust and a rod up your kiester. I've never particularly liked you, but then again I've got good sense, so it's little wonder. he leans forward and looks you straight in the eye. Here is another truth, I am going to bed, don't bother me for the rest of the night .
With that he turns and begins to walk back into his suite....strangely you detected no falsehoods in his speech.
this all takes place about 30 minutes after everyone has went to bed. it's about 3:45 am. Gastons apartment is about 15 yards from your villa but the doors are faced away from each other, in other words the houses back are to each other.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Wednesday July 20th, 2016 7:50:12 PM
For some strange reason, Leskni is suddenly seized with an uncontrollable urge to laugh loudly :-) :-) :-)
Atlas Sunowl (Cayzle subbing) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Wednesday July 20th, 2016 8:43:39 PM
Atlas turns over in his sleep and dreams of starting a new day.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Wednesday July 20th, 2016 9:06:41 PM
OOC still, I like Arboreal .... how about Arboreal Guardians. ?
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Wednesday July 20th, 2016 9:43:49 PM
Carver lets him walk away.....Not letting his tries at taunting him bother him, since he has no idea what any of them mean.... Catching sight of Mack after Gaston has retired, "We set up a couple water bucket traps back in boot camp, I'm thinking of something a bit more foul, but Gaston is such a pain in the butt, I want to send him off not forgetting about me." Carver then hunts up a bucket and some string, then will rig the door so that it will dump a bucket of pig dumpings on whoever exits first. Hopefully Mack will help out. Then he'll head off to bed and sleep in late.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Wednesday July 20th, 2016 9:47:30 PM
OoC: I'm still in favor of The Parting Shots.... and from his last post I'd say John is too.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Thursday July 21st, 2016 7:23:15 AM
Hearing Carver's plan, I get a HUGE grin on my face that clearly tells Carver "I like the way you think." :)
(d20+15 Disable Device check of xx vs DC 10?)
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+15=25 ; d20+18=35 ; d20+15=32 ; Thursday July 21st, 2016 7:27:00 AM
Hearing Carver's plan, I get a HUGE grin on my face that clearly tells Carver "I like the way you think." :)
(d20+15 Disable Device check of 25 vs DC 10? - SUCCESS)
OOC: I assume this is the correct skill check to make, and by looking that over, I would definitely rate something like this as "Simple". But DM, please feel free to let me know otherwise. :)
IC: Once we have everything set and Carver heads out, I go back to my usual routine watching over the Gaston group.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 35) (d20+15 stealth check of 32)
OOC: (Sorry for the accidental extra post - I hit the Submit button on accident.)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Thursday July 21st, 2016 4:49:54 PM
'Osul drifts into a light sleep.
Atlas Sunowl (Cayzle subbing) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Thursday July 21st, 2016 7:05:43 PM
Atlas awakens from a dream of a huge flood, rushing over a giant waterfall, in a torrential downpour.
He gets up to relieve the necessary impulses. If nothing disturbs him, he goes right back to bed.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Thursday July 21st, 2016 8:08:19 PM
Armand sleeps, the sleep of the not dead yet.
DM Shane Thursday July 21st, 2016 10:32:48 PM
Finally, the events of the night come to a close and everybody but Mack all gets to sleep. A rooster crows around daylight, but everybody ignores it and continue snoozing. Leskni rises around 7:15 and starts getting herself together for the day.
Around 7:30 James comes out of the residence to go get the horses ready to the trip, only to receive a full bucket load of pig poop and a pop knot from the bucket hitting him. It knocks him down and must have hurt because he rolls around for few minutes before even realizing he's covered in feces. when he finally does realize it he shakes himself distastefully, looks around at the mess in exasperation...finally gets control of himself and takes off his shirt. He walks over to one of the trees cisterns, draws up a bucket and begins to wash himself off. Once semi clean and shivering in the cool morning air he takes another bucket of water and cleans up the mess by the front door. after that he sticks his head inside and speaks for a moment. a fresh pair of pants are handed out and he ducks behind the house with another bucket of water. He exits a few minutes later carrying the soiled pants and the bucket. He then resumes rounding up the horses.
by about 9:30 Gastons group is ready to go and leave the tree with nary a word.
as soon as they are gone, Lorifir sends a boy down to fetch the heros for a meeting at the Tree top Tavern.
Once everyone has arrived he, along with the Hedge wizard and part time Apothecary Ryan Mistbender get straight to the point.
Lorifir speaks, That son of a diseased toad Gaston is up to no good. I can feel it. I think you all can as well. I think you should follow him, clandestinely, and spy upon him. I've been talking to Ryan here and he agrees. Ryan?
Ryan: Indeed my friend, too may things do not add up, not the least of which was his castigation of your performance. To my mind he seems to be playing at something, and I'd like to find out what it is before it begins to stink. To that end I've made up a few things that may help you if you decide to follow him.
he sets a case upon the table and begins pulling vials out of it. once the table is full of glassware he speaks again.
I have here for each of you, 5 Elixirs of hiding and 1 Fly potion apiece. I think that with these things and the horses and wagon that Lorifir has for you, you should be able to track him with very little problem.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Thursday July 21st, 2016 11:17:07 PM "Oh I know he's up to no good, I tried to get some help confronting he last night but, well.. lets say he just out right denied it. The reason I know he is up to something was his reaction to the cancelled agreement. He was pretending to be mad. Remember I've seen him up close when he was really mad, when we testified to his lack of character to the Chancers Group. He was fit enough to fry eggs on his forehead. Yesterday he was only pretending to that irritated. The actual heat of anger was missing from his performance. An obvious tell to those who know him. On another point, while I appreciate the elixirs, the one that aids hiding won't really assist me at all, but the flying could be fun..... "
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Thursday July 21st, 2016 11:49:10 PM
"Oh yes, I'm very interested in what he is up to. We should definitely follow. Some of us further back than others :-). Pella is already trailing them even as we speak"
OOC: We had previously decided that Pella would be following Gaston et. al. at a safe distance.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Friday July 22nd, 2016 12:17:42 AM
Owen oversleeps and all his conniving plans go to waste. Drat.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=30 ; d20+15=28 ; Friday July 22nd, 2016 7:05:41 AM
I feel bad that James took the brunt of that bucket trap, and not Gaston, it's intended victim. But I don't let it get me down long.
I, of course, have no intention of letting Gaston and company leave without me following. I'm hoping I'm not alone (at least Pella should be in the area), but I follow either way. I get a message to the others if possible before Gaston heads out. I try to find that safe spot of not losing them, but also not letting them see me.
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 30) (d20+15 stealth check of 28)
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Friday July 22nd, 2016 11:12:44 AM "Well before we go, if you recall I told everyone that I wished to question Jyrial this morning. I now have that spell ready. We can try to ask him 2 questions. We need to choose what we wish to ask and also realize that the questions need to be something that he can answer."
Armand pauses to drink a little water. "I would propose that the questions could be, 1 Who hired him and 2 What was his mission. What are your thoughts my friends?"
"Also is there anything else we need to purchase for our trip?"(ie before we leave do we need to sell anything and or divide up the the money from Jyrial's body? I don't think anyone has claimed the scimitar or headband, do we need them?)
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Friday July 22nd, 2016 12:10:36 PM I don't think I'm with you, Armand, but those seem like good, logical questions to me.
No interest in the scimitar or headband here.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Friday July 22nd, 2016 2:02:32 PM "I'm reasonably sure that the Drow questioned him and found out where Gaston is going. I think he may know a fair bit. Perhaps we should ask him slightly broader questions. I think that we already know the answers to the questions that you're proposing.
Perhaps: What was the goal of your mission? Who else is Gaston working with on this mission?"
Atlas Sunowl (Cayzle subbing) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Friday July 22nd, 2016 2:13:08 PM
Atlas wakes, well rested after a very long night. As usual, he goes through his monkish morning routine. On his way to breakfast, he thumps sleepy Owen's bed and gets him up in time for some food.
Atlas munches his fourth strip of bacon and listens intently to Lorifir and Ryan. He nods and agrees with Leski, Carver, and Mack that following this miscreant is the best thing to do. But he chuckles and agrees with Carver about the elixer of hiding.
"If I could drink all five at once and have them stack, maybe it would make me sneaky," he says. "But like Carver says, it is the Fly that is the more useful brew. Carver and I have to be way in the back, elixer or no to stay unseen. And when if we need to advance quickly, then we swallow the Fly potions and scoot forward."
"Now, I've been thinking about how to know when it is time for Carver and me to advance. Does anybody have a horn or a whistle? Or, here's a trick I heard once -- Mack is pretty sneaky, so he'll be up front. Let him cast a Light spell on a coin, and give it to me or Carver. When it is time for us to go forward, Mack casts Light again. You can only have one Light spell active at a time, so the first Light spell goes out. Even if we are a mile away, when the Light goes out, we know it is time to fly!"
[OOC: Arguably, this is a good way to simulate quantum signalling with magic to enable faster-than-light communication in the Wold, but you did not hear that from me!]
Then Armand mentions that he wants to speak with the corpse. "Well, padre," says Atlas, "Go for it, if it does not delay us too much!"
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Friday July 22nd, 2016 3:17:37 PM
Owen is really confused, because he doesn't need to sleep more than two hours. Or eat.
When Ryan offers the potions, he says "Many thanks. I'm not nearly as sneaky as Mack, so this will be a great help."
Then Armand brings up his questions. "I've not talked with corpses, but I'll suggest that we need to be careful with our wording. And confirmation of what we think we know would be nice. How about 'Who sent you?' and 'What was your mission?'?"
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Friday July 22nd, 2016 10:18:07 PM
Carver waits while the others get started..."I think I remember correctly, but that light spell, only lasts a short time....It won't do us much good as an alert if we end up following longer than that."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Sunday July 24th, 2016 9:16:33 PM "Note that I can ride my broom once a day. Slightly longer term flying (a little over half an hour right now). And I can even take a couple of people with me, especially if some are small.
Of course, you'll all look very, very silly and Pella will be highly amused :-)
DM Shane Sunday July 24th, 2016 9:40:19 PM Mack: Sneaky little Halfling that he is, falls in behind Gastons group, only to find that men on horseback can quickly outdistance a sneaky Halfling. Within an hour of you following, they are far out of sight and you are following nothing but tracks and broken tall grass.
Carver: bemusedly takes the Elixir, but thinks, correctly that the fly potion may be of better use.
Atlas: using the wisdom claimed from extreme physical discipline stumbles upon the beginnings of quantum entanglement theory, but alas, ahead of his time, it can only be used as a combat advantage.
Leskni: refines the questions for Armand, claiming redundancy will net no new information.
Armand: puts forth to question the dead assassin, asks for feedback, and expresses concern for the upcoming trip. (if you are going to question him, say that you are doing so and pose your questions…talking about it is not doing it.
Owen: and ‘Osul: tired from their nights, sleep past the meeting and discussions about what’s what, even when Atlas thumps on their door.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Sunday July 24th, 2016 10:04:09 PM "Thank you gentlemen." Armand takes the offered potions. "However, I wonder if a horse drawn wagon is going to be able to keep up with Gaston's troop. Before we go I will be questioning the remains of Jyrial. Would you care to join me? It will only take a few minutes."
Armand after first talking to his companions with regard to what should be asked Jyrial, contemplates the task. He sends a boy to fetch Miles as Armand would like him there for the questioning. Armand addresses any of the companions that will be joining him in his task. "Leskni's questions would certainly be helpfully but I doubt Gaston would be telling his underlings his plans. Sometimes I think we just need to confirm our suspicions. That alone will go to positive evidence."
At the body Armand prepares "Gargul hear the request of your humble servant. We seek answers from one departed and now in your care. Please grant us this brief reprieve of his soul." He then casts Speak with Dead. (the "body" gets a save on each question, will 16.)
Who sent you to infiltrate the Drow group led by Eclyndryl ne Lidely that came to the Tree of Parting?
What was your mission when you were impersonating the Drow in Eclyndryl's group?
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Sunday July 24th, 2016 10:24:01 PM
Ooc: what about Pella? He should be able to keep up.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Sunday July 24th, 2016 11:12:55 PM
Owen waits in anticipation of the corpse's answers.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Monday July 25th, 2016 6:41:47 AM
The weather druid makes his way back from his morning ritual and sets about finding his companions. If they are not about the house, then hopefully the occasional "Have you seen..." will see him in the right place soon enough.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' Monday July 25th, 2016 2:40:18 PM
OOC: I just checked my character, and confirmed that Mack is not a complete moron, and may have figured out the horse issue before leaving.
IC: I start tracking extra cautiously, just in case a pit appears directly in front of me and I continue to walk right into it for some reason.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Monday July 25th, 2016 8:44:33 PM "Maybe a signal can be given with our friend in bird shape. It's just that he needs to be sure he doesn't get noticed by Gaston by doing something that is out of normal."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 Monday July 25th, 2016 10:37:15 PM
Owen sees Mack almost trip over the corpse as he walks around looking for pits. He shakes his head, but says nothing.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Monday July 25th, 2016 10:46:52 PM
Atlas takes a moment to sit down. He is having a hard time thinking, as his head hurts from this thought that was much larger than his level of intelligence. After a moment he feels a bit better and stands up again. However, from this point forward, any time he thinks of a lights spell he gets a wee bit light headed as the big brain thoughts creep back in.
After steadying himself he gathers the troops to see what the corpse says. Along the way he nudges Mack just slightly in hopes that he avoids the pit that he was about to walk into.
"Alright gang, we lost Gaston, but we have the corpse. Time to see what it reveals." Atlas takes knee and waits next to the corpse. He nods at Armand as he begins to work.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Monday July 25th, 2016 11:02:14 PM
Still not sure that we lost Gaston. We have a shapechanging druid, a hawk, a liontaur and a centaur. That combination should be able to keep up with people on horseback. Pella and/or druid fly high and follow
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 15; HP 38/38, Speed: 30' d20+18=25 ; Tuesday July 26th, 2016 8:33:18 AM
Road check:
(d20+17+1 (TTT) perception check of 25)
"Here it is guys!" I point down in front of my feet.
DM Shane Tuesday July 26th, 2016 8:52:58 AM Leskni Pella is able to easily keep up with Gastons group, even able to nab a pigeon and take a quick snack while doing so.
As Armand casts is spell, all in the room get the sense that something is in there with them. Images not seen but some how sensed on a sub conscious level float just behind awareness. The corpse twitches, it's eyes open and its head turns to look at Armand. the body speaks.
I kneewww thissss jobb, wasss a badd ii.iidea. it's jaw, broken from the fall, has to twist oddly to get the words out.
Armand speaks the first question; Who sent you to infiltrate the Drow group led by Eclyndryl ne Lidely that came to the Tree of Parting? Th contraccct wass lett, throughhh myy guildd hallll, Sssspike,,,,,Normannn Borestein gavee it toooo me...said it was fromm a "bigg wigg"
Armad speaks the 2nd question. What was your mission when you were impersonating the Drow in Eclyndryl's group?
Sssssaabotage th traaaadee talks, make you guys looook baaad.
as the last sylables escape the things throat, the spell fades and the presence in the rooms dissapates even as the corpse resumes it's repose.
Owen finds that speaking corpses are weird and kind of spooky.
'Osul finds the party just as the corpse is speaking it's last.
Mack realizes the bone headedness of trying to sneak up on things much faster than him and going away from him. He wonders why he made such a move...perhaps the lack of sleep for the last 2 days has caught up with him?
Carver in True Agent's of the Fist fashion thinks tactically, even as an assassins corpse gibbers answers to Armands questions.
Atlas sadly, like most of humanity, refuses to embrace the greatness within him and sets up mental defences to keep the light of genius firmly hidden.
Armand (Robert D) AC 16/touch11/flat15 HP 41/41 CMD 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 26th, 2016 10:38:52 AM
Armand frowns. "Does anyone know what Guild Jyrial belonged to? Or who this Norman Borestein is, or where he is?" He shakes his head. "I'm afraid this has only garnered us more questions."
He looks around to those assembled (OCC who from the Tree is gathered to hear what the corpse said?) "At the very least we now have proof that someone was deliberately scheming to sabotage the reputation of the Tree and ourselves. We may have to travel to Plateau City to straighten this all out. In any case I trust that you" looks toward those from the tree gathered "could hopefully intern Jyrial's body?"
Armand looks to Atlas "Next time we greet Gaston I think we should play bad cop, worse cop. In any case lets get after the miscreant."
Armand picks up his traveling gear and some iron rations for the trip. "I'll drive the wagon, unless someone actually has professional skill in that? Mack, I suggest you make a pile of the gear and try to get some rest. Who here can track? Who can move forward faster than the wagon? 'Osul how long can you maintain the shape of another creature? Can you fly ahead and try to see the direction Gaston is going?"
Once we get all that straightened out...."Yah" Armand snaps the reins on the horses rear.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 48/48 Speed 65 Character Sheet Tuesday July 26th, 2016 3:07:56 PM "The entire goal of this was to make us look bad.... Gee I wonder who could have a grudge that big to lose money over.... Oh, wait there's only one moron I know who has that much money and ego to do anything like this.... Can anyone else come up with another name than the fool I'm thinking of?" As to bad cop, worse cop.. I plan on being irritated cop with a goal of making Gaston look stupid yet again. I guess we need to find this middleman as he could know who actually did the hiring....
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 12/12/10; HP: 26/26; CMD: 15 d20+9=28 ; d20+9=26 ; Tuesday July 26th, 2016 4:37:44 PM
Owen is pretty sure he's heard of the guild hall called Spike. And probably this Norman Borestein fellow, too. Knowledge (Local): 28, 26.
He asks the group, "Should chase down Gaston or pursue this lead? I myself am more inclined to do the latter."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 21 (T 13 FF 18), CMD: 20; HP 52/52 Character Sheet Tuesday July 26th, 2016 5:54:40 PM
Atlas shakes his head in frustration. "Look, we all know it was Gaston. However, what good does proving it do? It is not like the people of the Tree are going to do anything, and they're not going to punish him in Plateau City, so there's no result. It's just a game to him and I'm not playing it. Let's find him, tell him we know what he did, and that he's not allowed to come back to the Tree.
"I just don't see a lot of opportunity here to 'do good', so the best thing in my opinion is to just end it before we end up killing the idiot."
Atlas stands up, stretches a little, and waits to see who chimes in. He clearly isn't in the mindset to play games, but is ready to jump into the wagon with Armand to put an end to this one. "Armand, I'll take worse cop, just lead the way!"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Tuesday July 26th, 2016 6:26:08 PM
'Osul takes onboard the various suggestions and weighs them up...
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 15/14/11; HP 35/35; CMD: 16 Character Sheet Tuesday July 26th, 2016 11:21:02 PM "Remember, the Drow told us to follow Gaston. I still think that they know more than they told us and that we should follow their suggestion. With luck, he'll provide us with proof that we can use against him.
So, I'm definitely voting for following Gaston"
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:15, HP:32/32 Wednesday July 27th, 2016 7:39:38 AM "The League will likely know who Norman is, even if we don't. I recommend heading to Plateau City (that was where they were coming from, and a Guild Hall, yes?), and if we can get there ahead of Gaston -- all the better to gather enough d... evidence to interest the locals and wipe the smirk off Gaston's face when he catches up! Going after him is precisely what everyone expects, and what we've actually been told to do. This is less expected."
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