Chocolates (DM Mstitt) d20=16 ; Tuesday October 18th, 2016 8:37:50 PM
To Micah’s question. Xander is the only one, I know that would even speak about such horrors as arsenic. Before he was removed from our group he mentioned consequences and talking to some red guy or umm…” Riebel stumbled for words. “Cromsun… maybe… uh.. Oh.. Crimson. I’m not sure what he had planned but it wasn’t good.”
Dorbin wonders about the lay of the land. Local Knowledge vs DC 16 Highlight to display spoiler: { The restaurant is South and about thirty minutes out of the way. The stairs toward the Gold level is Southwest of your position and a forty-five minute walk. You should make it by 2:00 local time if you head straight there.}
Bart, K and Zanderallen wait for some direction from Stohp but not before a messenger knocks on the door. Brizzie opens it with a smile but then that smile falls. Stohp notes that moving around as a large group i safer. Their enemies have attacked them in the open. He makes a mental note then says "Both lines of investigation are important, but we have limited time. I think we should split up again. Micah, K, Dorbin, and Bart can make one group while Z, myself, and Bobwise can be the other. You four take the restaurant; safety in numbers and there's more chance of an ambush down here then up on the Gold level. You're errand is closer and will probably take less time so meet us on the gold level when you're through; we'll wait on you. Everyone be careful. I don't know who we're up against but they're clearly resourceful and dangerous." A stranger steps into the shop and talks to Bobwise, who then frowns. Bobwise apologizes to the group and says that he has gotten an urgent message that may keep him busy for a while. He apologizes, wishes everyone the best, hopes to see you all again, and then steps from the shop and disappears into the afternoon crowd. -- and Scene -- Take 250 Exp. each for your wonderful roleplaying
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 Tuesday October 18th, 2016 9:13:39 PM "Fare well, I hope it is nothing too serious nor that it keeps you away for long", calls Micah as Bobwise departs, a serious and slightly melancholy look on his face.
"The gold level errand likely is much safer, but I am a little concern about only the two of you going," says Micah to Stohp. "Having said that, as long as you think it is not too great a risk it sounds good to me."
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Wednesday October 19th, 2016 12:41:07 AM "Now, should we find Eldritch first and have him go with us to the restaurant?" Bartomus asked K as he headed towards the door.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20=10 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2016 7:40:22 AM
Dorbin pauses. He starts to head towards his friend Bobwise, then moves to go with the others, then looks back at Brizzie. He makes a decisions and moves quickly to Bobwise, saying, "Take care, you know where to find me when you're done. Do not forget to return, as I know where to find you as well."
He then moves over to Brizzie and says, "Take care, my fair lady, I look forward to the day I shall see you once again. For now, I must be off."
As the others gather to leave, he says, "I'm not sure how far away that place is," (Knowledge: 10), "but let us move quickly so we can join back up together soon. Emily Jasmine, let's go off on an adventure!"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 Wednesday October 19th, 2016 9:01:50 AM
Stohp is rather surprised by Bobwise's sudden departure. She starts to call to the other group to redivide evenly but they're already starting to walk out the door so she drops it. They should be fine, it's the gold level. Worst case scenario they can always run away. "Come on Z, lets get going."
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! Wednesday October 19th, 2016 9:54:26 AM
K nods at Stohp's suggestion. He briefly wishes Martisan was still around to go with her and Zander; the gold level requires a more refined approach.
...but, she's not. So he heads off with his little group to the restaurant. "Let's let Eldritch do his thing. There's a good chance both he and us are being watched; if there's any possibility of an attack when we find what we're looking for, I'd rather he not be around."
Chocolates (DM Mstitt) d20=12 ; d20=8 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2016 8:39:03 PM Micah bids farewell to Bobwise. He voices his concern about only two going to the Gold level but has no issue heading that way. Bart asks if they should get Eldritch first as Dorbin says goodbye to Bobwise. He then says goodbye to Brizzie and she blushes. Not unnoticed by Reibel, who smiles. Emily follows close behind. Stohp is surprised by the sudden departure but gets the group together to head out to their next mission. K thinks about Martisan then heads to the restaurant. -- The walk to the restaurant is uneventful. Eldritch is shopping for food at a nearby vendor. He is surprised when you mention the treasure that Matheus hid and knows exactly where the location is. Inside a worn sack in a hidden corner of the restaurant Eldritch finds the treasure and offers several items to you. - vial of Cure Moderate Wounds potion - vial of Spider Climb potion - vial of Bear’s Endurance “I am not the adventurous type, anymore at least.” he says with sadness. “Take these, I do not need them. There is also a 100 gold in here for all of you if you can figure out who did this. Head back here when you figure something out. The rest should be enough for me to keep the Broken Shack open for several more months. Again thank you,” he says then advises you that he has to return to the market for other food stuffs. He hopes to reopen the shack soon. The other group headed toward the Gold level. In about 30 minutes you can see a crowd of people waiting in a long line along the SouthWest corner of the Float. Perception vs. DC 12 Highlight to display spoiler: {There is a set of stairs in front of you. A large, winding, metal-framed set of stairs. There is a steady stream of residents heading up. } Around you is a crowd of people. Perception vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { at first you don’t recognize anyone. Most people are far too busy selling or buying from groups of vendors. There are some food vendors, that you can see from here. There is a blond woman 50 feet from you. She is wearing a yellow jacket that makes her stick out. Something familiar about her. } What do you want to do next? Join the queue for the Gold level? Check out the blond woman?
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 Wednesday October 19th, 2016 8:39:30 PM
Micah is cautious and watchful as they head toward the restaurant. He is alert to any threat to Eldritch and is prepared to block it with himself if need be.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=11 ; d20+2=4 ; Wednesday October 19th, 2016 9:07:25 PM
As Zander moves about he Gold level he hopes Stoph has keener eyes than he. Not seeing anything out of the ordinary he continues where they were told to meet with Xander, looking to Stoph for a hint if she sees anything.
Perception 11 and 4
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Wednesday October 19th, 2016 10:00:06 PM "Eldritch, this is very generous, thank you for sharing these potions with us. I hope we can use them to bring some justice to you in all of this." Bartomus said as they were handed the potions that were found. "Micah, I wonder if we should look at that note again, if we are going to the Gold, maybe we should look at who Matheus had met and see if we can learn about the deal he made with that Council member?"
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=11 ; Thursday October 20th, 2016 8:06:29 AM
Dorbin remains quiet again as the group is handed the treasure. When they head back outside, he looks around once more for any fancy-dressed "guards" with red feathers (perception: 11).
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+7=22 ; d20+7=12 ; d20+7=12 ; Thursday October 20th, 2016 6:10:35 PM
Stohp uses her added height to look ahead (perception 22). "We're close but there's a huge crowd going up. I wonder what's going on?" Asking around, she tries to learn if there's something that's causing the extra large crowd or not (Diplomacy 12), not noticing the lady in yellow (perception 12).
Ginger (DM Mstitt) d20=7 ; Thursday October 20th, 2016 8:27:01 PM Micah watches carefully for any threats but it seems a bit quiet near the Broken Shack. "Eldritch, this is very generous, thank you for sharing these potions with us. I hope we can use them to bring some justice to you in all of this." Bartomus said as they were handed the potions that were found. "Micah, I wonder if we should look at that note again, if we are going to the Gold, maybe we should look at who Matheus had met and see if we can learn about the deal he made with that Council member?" Dorbin remains quiet and perceptive but the only thing hi notices is that pair of old men still playing the board game. That is until one of them stands up in a huff and leaves. “Ah come on Jasef. Don’t be a sore loser.” The other man yells after him. (OOC: You were not quite up on the Gold level as of yet..) Zanderallen continues to move forward in the queue to travel up to the Gold level while Stohp looks over the crowd. There are several couples chatting while they wait. The queue is moving fairly quickly but slowed by a group of guards standing at the entrance. - “Why are the Fence guards stopping everything?” Asked a greying halfling on the right side. He spoke to a small, digit of a man, who wore a large brimmed hat. - “Ginger! How could you forget your Float id,” shouted a young mother to her daughter as they walk past you. Now we have to go all the way back home.” - “Have you ever been to the Gold level during Mask day. I am so excited,” shouted a young boy walking between his elf parents. Finally, the yellow woman is passing out scrolls to anyone that will take them. Till one of the guards spots her. He shouts at her and she disappears behind a crowd. (Who do you talk too?)(Perception check vs DC 7 to check for ID Highlight to display spoiler: { Your id is contained somewhere on your body. })
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! Thursday October 20th, 2016 8:31:04 PM
K continues heading up to the Gold level.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=11 ; d20+2=21 ; d20+9=15 ; Thursday October 20th, 2016 8:36:26 PM
Perception (11) for ID. 'Glad we have an adventuring lisence. Hopefully that will get us through if we need to.', Zander think to himself. "It's a little crazy up here Stoph. I wonder what that lady is passing out?", he tries to follow where the lady in yellow went or for someone she gave a scroll to. (Perception 21) "What's on those scrolls? Mind if I take a look?" (Diplomacy 15)
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 Thursday October 20th, 2016 11:27:49 PM "Good idea," says Micah as he pulls out the extra copy. "Let us join the others," he states as he heads that way.
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Friday October 21st, 2016 12:06:19 AM
Bartomus followed after Micah as they left the restaurant and headed to where they could start the climb up to Gold.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=15 ; Friday October 21st, 2016 8:50:50 AM
Dorbin watches the old men leave and smiles. He heads with the others to catch up with the rest of the group. He knows they are a bit behind, but he starts watching the crowd for signs of their allies anyway (perception: 15).
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+9=24 ; Friday October 21st, 2016 9:31:20 AM
Of course. Mask Day. It's always incredibly annoying how holidays make it so difficult to get anything done. Stohp does have her ID at least (Perception 24). She also notes the person Z pointed out. "Isn't that the bard that helped us find the gardens? April or Avril or something."
Ginger (DM Mstitt) d20=10 ; d20=3 ; Friday October 21st, 2016 9:47:01 PM K continues toward the gold level (OOC: Bobwise is visiting a relative) Zander finds his license. He looks for the woman in yellow and you see her standing about 20 feet away. Knowledge Local vs 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You recognize the woman as the bard you met just before running into Octopus Gardens. It is Avril and the scrolls are likely some local news. } Micah pulls out the copy of the note (OOC: What do you want to do with the note? Or do you want to meet the others?) Bart,Micah and Dorbin head toward the others. It’s like you have magic feet but you approach the long line soon and approach the others. There are a dozen people in front and they step up two by two after the guards check for ids. “Masks! Get your Masks here!” shouts a vendor from a rickety wooden shack. Mask hang from rope over his head. Stohp realizes the backup is likely due to Mask Day. She also recognizes Avril. Avril heads toward your direction handing out the scrolls but doesn’t notice you. What is now noticeable is a strange event around the stairs upward. You see several creatures dressed in bright clothes waiting high above you. They stand at the edge of metal shelves for moments. You watch them jump and the crowd around you gasp. They fall while holding large ropes that disappears into the upper floor. Suddenly, everyone on the stairs begin to move upward.
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Friday October 21st, 2016 11:47:50 PM "A mask, let me take a look, do you have something with green vines and acorns?" Bartomus asked the vendor in hopes of something to put on for the day. He turned and watched the creatures with the ropes. "what say you, I may have to move quickly now it seems.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! Saturday October 22nd, 2016 2:02:32 PM
K keeps calm. Last time something like this happened, it was just The Hand setting off fireworks. He'll step aside to let people pass, but keeps an eye on the jumpers.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 Sunday October 23rd, 2016 9:51:14 AM
Stohp is startled by the sudden advancing of the line. Looking ahead to see the men? falling, she guesses that they're attached to some sort of mechanism so that their weight moves people up as they fall.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Monday October 24th, 2016 8:28:21 AM
Dorbin just continues moving along with the line of people, excited to be going to the upper levels.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+1=5 ; Monday October 24th, 2016 7:06:15 PM
Zander takes Stoph's word for the identity of the woman in yellow. "Never been up to the Gold level around mask day before. Looks like they have some interesting ways of celebrating it. What do you think Stoph, stick around and watch or continue on to the alchemist's? Might be difficult to make our way through this crowd." Zander watches the antics of the falling people, he had always enjoyed Mask Day.
Know:Local 5
Stairway to Gold (DM Mstitt) d20=9 ; d20=20 ; Monday October 24th, 2016 8:42:42 PM
The mask vendor says to Bartomus “Green vines and acorns ... huh … let me look.” He looks around but his perception is a bit low. “I’m sorry friend, but I cannot find the mask that you request. Feel free to look, maybe I just missed it. I have this turtle vs hare mask. The turtle is painted on the left side and the hare on the right.”
K keeps calm and recalls the fireworks from the Hand. The jumpers fall safely to the ground as the crowd on the stairs disappear into the upper level. They then release the ropes and they begin to ratchet upward again. The guards stop everyone from boarding while the stairs begin to return.
Stohp guesses that the men are attached to a mechanism and Dorbin watches the crowd. Zander says, "Never been up to the Gold level around mask day before. Looks like they have some interesting ways of celebrating it. What do you think Stoph, stick around and watch or continue on to the alchemist's? Might be difficult to make our way through this crowd." Perception vs DC 16 Highlight to display spoiler: {Avril begins shouting from a distance. “News! News! Hear the News! Out of the Big Float, the Iron Dragons Of The South are the newest Dragon Heroes! Here at home, it is a Crimson Scandal! Plan revealed to force the Underlord to pick the people he wants!”} Once the stairs return to the ground the guards begin to let people upon them. The line moves quickly at first but slows as the people in front began to tire.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 Monday October 24th, 2016 9:48:13 PM
Micah realizes that he pulled out the note just as Bartomus asked, but fallaciously assumed he wanted it and puts it back.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Tuesday October 25th, 2016 8:08:37 AM
Dorbin stands in the slow line and mumbles, "Anyone have connections to get a free pass to the front of the line? I hate waiting in line."
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! Tuesday October 25th, 2016 9:34:32 AM
K looks ahead at the people tiring in line. Are they carrying a heavy load? Are kids slowing them down. He tries to figure out if there's anything he can do to help.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+9=28 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2016 10:35:12 AM
Stohp finds the bungee jumper mechanism rather clever. "I imagine people get tired going up all of those stairs; those jumpers make things faster by making the stairs move them!"
Her interest is diverted when she hears Avril's pronouncement though (perception 28). Waving her over, Stoph says "Hello again Ms. Avril. I'd like to know more about this Crimson plot you mentioned."
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Tuesday October 25th, 2016 10:36:39 AM
Bartomus smiled and thanked the merchant for looking for a mask and then hustled to catch up to the others. He walked about looking at the line's makeup. His familiarity with the upper levels had been limited, an occassional delivery to a client, or errand. This was the first time he had ascended during the mask celebrations.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=10 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2016 2:02:57 PM
Zanderallen gapes in amazement as he realizes what the jumpers are doing. As Stoph heads towards Avril he follows her, not having heard what Avril said but interested by Stoph's inquiry.
(perception 10)
Stairway to Gold Part 2(DM Mstitt) d20=1 ; d20=2 ; d20=9 ; d20=12 ; Tuesday October 25th, 2016 8:35:26 PM Micah pulls out the note then returns it. Bart seem distracted by the vendor. He left the vendor and caught up with the others. Dorbin mumbles "Anyone have connections to get a free pass to the front of the line? I hate waiting in line," but realizes they are fairly close now as the stairs are half full. K wonders why they are getting tired but it could be the long trip upward but is it really that long? Another strange thing is why do they get to go so far up and then get help the rest of the way. All legit question that the DM cannot answer ;) Stohp finds the device rather clever. "I imagine people get tired going up all of those stairs; those jumpers make things faster by making the stairs move them!" Zander follows Stohp and realizes what the jumps are doing. She then waves as Avril who heads toward them. She is visibly tired but explains she has just been working long hours. Perception Stohp and Bart vs DC 12 Highlight to display spoiler: { “Ah, the Crimson plot is quite clever. There is a young man in the Gold level, quite intelligent… he is a member of the Floating City Council. It was told to be that he has eyes on being the Overlord. My contacts are all secret of course.” She pauses. “He tells my contacts that he has a plan to bring the Overlord’s eye upon him so he can be selected during Mask day and it’s not just a fancy mask.” “How are you doing? I heard all about the Octopus Garden’s debacle and Shredds. You guys are heros. I made sure I put you on the front page a couple days ago. I would have to find a copy if you want one?” “Oh, I almost forgot. Did you hear about the infection on the Trash level. It’s making people crazy they say. It’s all in this edition.” } Perception vs. DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { The jumper leap from the ropes back to the metal framework. They seem quite athletic to have hung on for a good 200 feet then leaping another foot to the metal floor. The ropes head upward a few more feet then stop. }
[OOC: All players are strongly encouraged to attend, in character, the Dragon Elevation Party in the Giggling Ghost. It’s been over five years real world time since the last Dragon Group was named! Please, go attend, have a great time as we celebrate some great characters!]
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20+1=12 ; Wednesday October 26th, 2016 1:07:04 AM
Bartomus overheard part of the conversation with Stohp, but found the jumpers more exciting than the conversation. He watched as they leaped from the end of their fall. The thought of doing that staggered him.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=8 ; Wednesday October 26th, 2016 9:05:50 AM
As they wait in line, Dorbin trips over Emily and looks down before he falls, not really seeing anything that's going on around him. He quietly scolds her, then stands in line patiently.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! Wednesday October 26th, 2016 9:50:44 AM
K feels impatience start to creep in, so he finds his center. He breathes in slowly, and exhales his anxiety and impatience. He stands motionless with his head down, moving only to breath and move up the line when appropriate.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=10 ; Wednesday October 26th, 2016 3:12:33 PM
Still focused on the jumpers Zander misses most of what goes on around him.
(perception 10)
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d20+3=16 ; Wednesday October 26th, 2016 4:34:26 PM
Micah perks up when he hears Avril make another crimson reference. (perception 16) He smiles at her in greeting, but lets the others do the talking.
He finds the jumping mechanism (take 10 for a 13 perception) interesting.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+9=20 ; Wednesday October 26th, 2016 6:52:50 PM
Stohp listens gravely to what Avril has to say. She even manages to not appear annoyed at being called "hero". The rat thing still felt silly, but the last adventure almost made her feel like a real adventurer. "That does sound troubling. No I hadn't heard about the infection on the Trash level. Does that paper have the details?"
Avril has turned out to be unexpectedly useful the last two adventures. It wasn't often you just stumbled on someone with access to so much useful information. Stohp had been talking about gathering allies and sources of information just a few hours ago, perhaps they could make an arrangement of some sort. She makes a mental note to bring that up to the rest of the party, for now she just asks "Is there a subscription or something we can pay for to get your stories as they come out?"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 Wednesday October 26th, 2016 6:53:21 PM
(forgot to put perception 20 to hear Avril over the crowd.)
Avril on the Stairs (DM Cayzle) Wednesday October 26th, 2016 9:17:26 PM
Micah, Zander, and Bart watch the jumpers with amazement.
Avril sees that K is impatient and Dorbin is falling down with the fatigue of the wait in line. "Why don't you show your official group registration papers and cut to the front?" she asks.
Stohp is genuinely interested in Avril's broadsheet of news, rumor, and gossip, and she is clearly pleased at the attention. "Sure! I can bring one by whenever I am in the neighborhood!"
"And you don't have to read the paper to learn about this disease. You can ask me! I wrote it!" She explains that there is always disease in the Trash Level, so it is probably nothing. But she hears that it makes people crazy. Maybe like rabies? Biting!
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Thursday October 27th, 2016 8:13:31 AM
Dorbin finally looks up and notices when Avril starts talking to the group. His ears perk up when the trash level is mentioned. When he hears about disease there, he simply nods his head and remembers his own time wandering down there.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! Thursday October 27th, 2016 9:53:09 AM
OOC: Obviously I'm confused about our current situation. We're all together? I thought everyone except Zander and Stohp were trying to make their way up still.
K snaps out of it. "Wait, we can do that? Did anyone think to bring those with us?" He looks to Stohp for an answer. Seems like the kind of thing she'd handle.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+9=10 ; d20+7=26 ; Thursday October 27th, 2016 4:10:25 PM "So good to see you Avril. Is there anything about this disease that makes it of particular concern? And what about your papers are making the guards chase you off? Is somebody after you? Or do you just have a knack for finding out dangerous pieces of news?", Zander flashes a grin with his last statement hoping to put her at ease. (Diplomacy 10) (Sense Motive 26)
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Thursday October 27th, 2016 5:03:35 PM
Bartomus joined in the conversation about disease and the trash level. "So it's a bite inflicted disease? What does it do to people? Is it spreading?"
Stairway to Gold Part 3 (DM Mstitt) d20=3 ; d20=3 ; Thursday October 27th, 2016 9:03:59 PM Dorbin finally notices Avril and see notices him. “Oh, are you new to the Silver Shields?” She says with some excitement. “I’ll tell you… these guys are the best. I am their number one fan.” Zander says, "So good to see you Avril. Is there anything about this disease that makes it of particular concern? And what about your papers are making the guards chase you off? Is somebody after you? Or do you just have a knack for finding out dangerous pieces of news?" Avril laughs. “There are many people that don’t want someone spreading news. They call it gossip. I am one of the first bards to push a paper like this. It makes some people uncomfortable.” “I don’t know,” Avril added. “I have always had a talent for finding stuff.” Bart asked about the disease but Avril could only recall that it made people violent and it was spreading… but her source was very unreliable.” “He was a bit or an arrogant fellow,” she added. (OOC: Sorry for the confusion. The rest of the group joined a short while ago. Basically, I assumed you were all waiting in line for the stairs. Avril is talking to you on the left side.) K asks if anyone brought their registration papers. Perception vs DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { You notice a group of rag-tag adventures up ahead. They present papers and are allowed to enter the stairs to the grief of a couple behind them. You are now close enough to the front to see this.}
“Hey, you group,” shouts one of the guards. Are you joining the rest of the Fence on the Esca Ladders?” You find yourself near the front of the line.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 Thursday October 27th, 2016 9:47:41 PM "Thanks for the tip Avril. We're heading up, see you later?" She makes it a question as she's not sure if the bard had intended to go up to gold level or stay here to pass our more papers.
Presenting their papers to the guard, she adds. "We're heading up on business. Need to consult with some professional types on the gold level."
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Friday October 28th, 2016 9:00:41 AM
Dorbin smiles and nods to Avril, then quickly moves with Stohp to get on the stairs.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! Friday October 28th, 2016 9:35:06 AM
K's surprised to find himself in the front of the line. He has no idea what the guard is talking about, but blurts out "Yes. Yes we are," before anyone can argue. He looks around for where he's supposed to go.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 Friday October 28th, 2016 10:13:04 AM
Micah smiles and nods at Avril as they move along. Being caught up in his own thoughts, he did not have a chance to ask her some questions that occurred. He muses that her uncanny ability to know things might shed some light on what Shredds is up to, but any inquiries of her will have to wait.
He follows the group along through the queue wordlessly.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=17 ; Friday October 28th, 2016 4:31:30 PM 'Well it appears there are some perks to being an adventurer', Zander muses to himself as they present papers. He feels a little bad about cutting in line but they are investigating a murder so he gets over it.
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20+1=19 ; Friday October 28th, 2016 5:54:30 PM
Bartomus smiled at the guard when he asked if they were part of the Fence group and nodded in agreement. "Aye, need to move up to deal with an issue that seems to be growing. Nice of you to all and notice. Not all the guards down below have you skills for details. Thanks. "
The taurine smiled in appreciation and continental forward with the others ---- phone wont let me reveal the perception note, bit not sure it applied.
Stairway to Gold Part 4 (DM Mstitt) Friday October 28th, 2016 11:24:29 PM
b]Stohp[/b] thanks Avril. “Oh, you will see me around, no worries here. She presents her papers to the guard. "We're heading up on business. Need to consult with some professional types on the gold level." The guards are a bit dismissive, thinking about loading everyone. “Please, just step onto the stairs.” Dorbin follows and both step onto the stairs. Micah smiles and nods. Regrets not talking to Avril but follows the group. Zander muses about being an adventurer as he present his papers. The guard looks for a few seconds. “Looking to make trouble in the Gold level,” the guard asks with frightening seriousness till he relaxed and smiled. Bart smiled. "Aye, need to move up to deal with an issue that seems to be growing. Nice of you to all and notice. Not all the guards down below have you skills for details. Thanks. " (OOC: Your all good Rob) K is surprised to be in front. He blurts out "Yes. Yes we are.” There is a large fence with a gate in the center. The guards stand on each side and wait for each one of the group to pass through. Your designated position is four steps up. After the rest of the stairs are filled you hear a cheer and notice the jumpers above. The fall and immediately the stairs begin to raise. (Acrobatics vs DC 15 to stay on your feet when the stairs go up. 10 and below you fall over)
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+3=12 ; d20+9=27 ; Saturday October 29th, 2016 4:26:04 PM
Stohp enters the stairs, looking about with interest, eager to see the mechanism in action. Then there's a sudden jerk and she almost falls on top of someone else but catches herself (acrobatics 27; ignore the 12 I rolled a dex check before rereading XD). "Ok, this looked neat but they're going to kill someone with this thing. A few taurs falling down the steps or on top of some poor Halfing is all it would take."
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20+1=19 ; Saturday October 29th, 2016 7:22:33 PM
When the lift started, and learched upward, he managed to stay upright. "Aye Stohp, the last thing they need is either of us falling down there, or suddenly sitting atop Dorbin here.'
Bart laughed and reached out to pat Dorbin on the shoulder.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d20-4=-1 ; Sunday October 30th, 2016 4:52:27 PM
Micah tumbles as the stairs jerk up (acrobatics -1). He takes the fall with good humor, but is perplexed why they would make something so potentially dangerous.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 AND Bobwise! d20+6=21 ; Sunday October 30th, 2016 7:29:18 PM
The nimble paladin has little trouble staying upright, offering an arm up to Micah as he falls. "Yea, it's dangerous, but it's not DANGEROUS dangerous. This is a festive time for the city; let them have their fun."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+9=20 ; Sunday October 30th, 2016 7:32:07 PM
Having just mentioned the dangers of the lift, Stohp looks around to see if her statement was already reality. If anyone got seriously hurt then the Shields should provide aid (perception 20).
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+2=12 ; Monday October 31st, 2016 8:36:24 AM
When Bart reaches over to pat Dorbin on the shoulder, he finds the should missing as Dorbin wobbles back and forth with the sudden movement. He bends down to keep from falling down and barely keeps his feet. He looks over at Emily to find her casually licking her paws as the lift rises. Dorbin smiles up at Bart and shrugs.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20-4=2 ; Monday October 31st, 2016 1:46:26 PM
Zander tumbles to the ground as the lift raises. He accepts help from his more nimble friends to regain his feet. (acrobatics 2)
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Monday October 31st, 2016 3:39:30 PM
Bart's hand went a bit wide in his efforts to congratulate Dorbin, or rather Dorbin went wide as the lift learched causing him to wobble and drop to the ground. "Here. friend, let me help you up and you too Zander."
Bartomus extended two hands to both fellows and helped them to their feet as the lift continued it's ascent.
Step onto the Golden Path (DM Mstitt) Monday October 31st, 2016 8:52:53 PM Stohp is almost jerked from her hooves but manages to stand. She frets over the potential dangers of the stairs. There a few smaller creatures with minor injuries but after the stairs stop several clerics climb aboard and tend to them. Bart laughs and pats Dorbin on the shoulder. "Aye Stohp, the last thing they need is either of us falling down there, or suddenly sitting atop Dorbin here.” Micah falls into the row beneath him. Several large large half-orcs actually catch the cleric and laugh. It’s a loud, almost obnoxious laugh. Nothing threatening. “Be careful young human,” said the tallest one. “Paul won’t be able to catch you ever_time,” he continues as the stairs come to a stop. K helps to steady Micah. “Tis is the best part of the festives,” Paul adds. “I have catch many small humans.” This prompted a laugh from all three half-orcs. Dorbin wobbles a bit but manages to stay upright, unlike Emilly, who casually licks her paws. Zander falls and Bart offers to help him up. (OOC: I believe Stohp is available to help you up too) The half-orcs are certainly being helpful.
The Gold Level is packed with vendors and visitors. Many tourist fill lines to mask vendors and food carts. Ruby Walk is to your right and Diamond Street is on the left.
Right in front of you is a fabulous fortified small castle, right at the corner of Ruby and Diamond, kitty corner from where you emerge onto the Gold Level. Everybody knows that this is the amazing Three Mansion (No. 83 on the map). It is said to be the home of a famous group of adventurers.
Please make a Knowlege History or Knowledge Local check, whichever is highest, or an Int check if you have ranks in neither ...
If you make a Know History or Know Local check vs DC5, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {You recall that the celebrities who live here are "Dragon Heroes" whatever that means.}
If you make a Know History or Know Local check vs DC8, OR if you have been to the Giggling Ghost within the last two weeks, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {You recall that Dragon Heroes are the premier adventurers of the Wold, members of the elite Dragon Consortium, sworn to defend the entire Wold as called upon against the greatest threats.}
If you make a Know History or KNow Local check vs DC11, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {You recall that the group that lives here is the "Storm Dragons," but before that they were called "The Three," and later they merged with the Gold Dragons to form the Platinum Dragons. They also have a home in Plateau City.}
If you make a Know History or Know Local check vs DC14, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {You recall that the Three were named after the Three founding members, Jus, Gareth, and Nonam, and they are famous fore their adventures in the Floating City.}
If you make a Know History or Know Local check vs DC17, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {You recall that Jus is an elf Ranger/Fighter/Wizard. Nonam is a Wold-reknowned wizard (Second in fame and power only maybe to Joe Hand). Gareth is a tough warrior.}
If you make a Know History or Know Local check vs DC20, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {You once heard this funny story about the source of the name "The Three" ...
When the Three were just starting out, they had to register their group name with the Floating City officials, just like the Silver Shields had to. When informed of the law, Nonam said, "This is silly. What do we need a name for?"
However he understood bureaucracy, and Nonam proposed the following names, "The Three Dragons," "The Three Heroes," and "The Three Adventurers."
Jus smiled to himself and says, "Hmm."
Gareth summoned all his creative ability and says "How about 'The Adventurers'? I'm not much for names. Let's just get going."
Jus smiled wanly and said, "Not quite it."
Then Nonam became slightly more thoughtful and said "The Three."
Jus smiled and nodded his head, grinning from ear to ear. "The legendary duo known as Fafhrd and the Grey Mouser of Lankhmar call themselves The Twain. I like it!"
Nonam also said with a smile, "You know it would be funny if we named ourselves 'the Three' and never changed it even if we had more members." Then he opened his mouth and stared at Jus in horror exclaiming, "I've been around you way too much."
Jus fiilled out the form and said, "Finished. There ya go."
He handed the form to the city official and turned to the other two.
"Three, we're off to seek our fortunes, defeat the bad guys, and become famous. Let's be off."
[OOC: That's a quote from the actual game as it was played in the mid-late 1990s.]}
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+9=26 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 9:58:43 AM
Dorbin speaks up and describes much of the history of the small castle to the others as he stands and stares at it. He murmurs, "That Nonam was really something else."
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d20+1=10 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 10:15:33 AM
K pats Paul on the shoulder as he exits the stairs. "Keep up the good work, Paul," he says as he passes. He looks around the gold level a bit; despite being raised here, he hadn't spent much time on this level. He knew some famous adventurers lived in that castle, but didn't know their story.
"Ok, fearless leader," he quips to Stohp. "Where to?"
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+1=7 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 2:33:53 PM "Thanks", Zander says to those helping him up. A little upset and his dignity a little wounded, his pragmatic side is appreciative of those placed to catch people and the clerics attending to the wounded. As he exits the lift onto the Gold level he listens to Dorbin tell of the history of the Three Mansion.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d20+1=18 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 5:05:49 PM
[b]"Thank you, especially you, Paul" says Micah amiably. He tries to take in the excitement of the day, but finds his concern for finding Maltheus' murderer and worry about Shredds doing more harm prevent him from too much levity.
Thou standith at the Mouth of Greatness (DM Mstitt) Tuesday November 1st, 2016 10:02:37 PM Dorbin speaks up and describes much of the history of the small castle to the others as he stands and stares at it. He murmurs, "That Nonam was really something else." K pats the half-orc on the shoulder and tells him to keep up the good work. The half-orc laughs loudly and slaps K on the back with his large, meaty palm. Micah thanks the half-orc who smiles. Just like the rest of him Paul’s smile is huge with large missing teeth. “See you around friends.” He then turns and chuckles with his friends as they head down Diamond. K looks around the Gold level and asks Stohp for where to head next. Zander thanks everyone and listens to Dorbin Micah worries about the murder and Shredds. (OOC: Where do you want to head, next) “Excuse me,” said a pair of Ratfolk waited behind you. “Xander, we have some time. Do you want to stop at the Golden Goose for lunch before we visit the Palace? Oh.. oh… I left my Crimson scarf on the stairs. Oh my.” “Scarlet, it will be ok. We will get another one at Alta’s Scarfatorium.” Scarlet had a shock of red hair in the center of her head.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+9=13 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 10:49:41 PM
Stohp knows of the Dragon's from tales of her youth and had heard that some of them lived on the float (knowledge local: 13). Some of the details Dorbin shares are new to her, and she listens with interest, but is distracted when the name "Xander" is mentioned. She jerks involuntarily in surprise, looking back at the Ratfolk, but hesitates. Could this be the alchemist they're after? What are the odds that they'd run across him by accident and that he'd mention "Crimson" a word connected to the plot they're investigating?
For a moment she considers letting him past and following him, but for once decides to just be direct. "Excuse me, are you Xander the alchemist per chance? We were just heading up here to consult with you if so."
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20+1=7 ; Tuesday November 1st, 2016 11:25:17 PM
Bartomus listened to Dorbin's every word as this was an area of the Float that he visited briefly to deliver commissions and never had the chance to really explore. He loved the details Dorbin was able to add to his knowledge of the Dragon's and the memories from the bar he visited in his dreams. He snapped out of the role of a visitor, mouth open in wonder and eyes wide from all that he could see, when Stohp started talking to two ratfolk.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 8:57:05 AM
Dorbin giggles when he overhears, "scarfatorium." He wonders if they serve food there, and if so, what kind.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d20=3 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 10:12:43 AM
K nods. Stohp's doing a pretty good job of putting things together.
He turns around and keeps an eye out for trouble. Up here on the Gold level, he figures they're very unlikely to be attacked openly, but there's a lot of weird stuff going on lately.
Perception: 3 - to keep an eye out for danger
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+7=27 ; Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 5:13:14 PM
Thinking he hears his name Zanderallen spins round to face the first ratfolk. Realizing she is talking to her companion he gets ready to leave not realizing that is also the name of the alchemist they are trying to meet. 'Good thing Stoph is here', he thinks. He'll wait for the ratfolk's reply trying to get a read on them as they interact. (Sense Motive 27)
Your Father is a Rat (DM Mstitt) Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 8:36:14 PM Dorbin giggles at “Scarfatorium” Stohp listens to Dorbin but becomes distracted when “Xander” is mentioned. "Excuse me, are you Xander the alchemist per chance? We were just heading up here to consult with you if so," she asks. “Oh my,” says Scarlet. “My husband could never be an alchemist.” “I could be a alchemist,” Xander retorted. “Just because one’s history is filled with fighters. It doesn’t mean I can’t be one.” “Your father will have a problem with that, Xander.” “Oh… I’m not worried about him…” The two fight back and forth for a bit. Bart listens to the details and looks at all the wonders. The golden towers filling the view. He listens to Stohp’s conversation. Zander spins to meet the ratfolk. Their motive is fairly clear as they argue. They seem to be tourist and on the Gold level for the first time. “Are we going to go to the Palace or are you going to argue with me?” Scarlet spat. “I don’t know,” Xander says with a huff. “I was thinking about going back to the Trash level.” The argument has gone nuclear between these two little creatures. K nods and appreciates Stohp’s skill. He looks around and see’s little.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Thursday November 3rd, 2016 8:00:42 AM
Dorbin steps away from the arguing couple to ensure he doesn't somehow get caught up in it. He takes a few steps around before asking the others, "So how does one go about finding an alchemist, anyway?"
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d20+9=15 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 12:24:29 PM "Red herring? wonders Micah, [i]"or is the crimson of concern?" Micah is not sure, so will continue to observe and listen to them. [Sense Motive 15]
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Thursday November 3rd, 2016 6:28:12 PM "oh, isn't love just grand, " Bartomus said as he looked about. "I am so unfamiliar with this level, bit couldn't we just ask one of the merchants."
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 Thursday November 3rd, 2016 8:17:50 PM
"Xander's not an entirely uncommon name. Let's just keep looking."
...and by that, K means "you folks keep looking, I'll keep looking pretty & keeping an eye out."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+6=24 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 8:30:02 PM
Stohp isn't sure if they're lying, but is suspicious (sense motive 24). Trying to be subtle, she moves out of the couples way so they can move on. If they do so, she waits for them to be out of earshot before asking "What do you think, coincidence? Should one of us follow them?"
Your Father is a Rat (DM Mstitt) d20=3 ; Thursday November 3rd, 2016 9:03:45 PM Dorbin steps away from the arguing couple. He asks about finding an alchemist. Micah wonders if the information is a “Red herring.” He continues to listen and observe. Stohp asks if they should be followed. “Oi, why is everything a fight?” Xander asks as he pushes through the group. “These nice people don’t want to listen to us fight. Perception vs. DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { I got too much to worry about with the problem in the Trash level and this request from Winmore Crimson. I don’t know why someone from the Floating City council wants to talk to me?” Xander pulls out a small envelope with a post card. } Micah suggests asking the merchants about the alchemist. K suggests they keep looking. “A… Xander there is a alchemist group near the Palace. I’ve seen them in the Golden Goose before. We may not come here a lot but… we have been here enough.”
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury Thursday November 3rd, 2016 10:42:11 PM
Zanderallen laughs at the antics of the rats and wishes them well in their exploration of the Gold level, personally convinced of their intentions.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=11 ; Friday November 4th, 2016 12:52:05 PM
Dorbin, experienced in the ways of the lower levels, but not in the ways of these fancy levels, walks up to the next person to walk by and says, "Excuse me, but would you know where we might find an alchemist around these parts?" (Perception: 11)
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d20+3=11 ; d20+8=22 ; Friday November 4th, 2016 5:13:47 PM "Xander"[b], Micah queries, [b]"Did you say you are from the Trash level? We are from the Fence ourselves and have had some pleasant dealings with other ratfolk. Should I want to find you later, where might I look?" [diplomacy 22]
Once away from the quarrelsome pair, Micah speaks softly to Stohp and the others. "Did you hear that? Winmore Crimson is wishing to talk to these two about problems in the Trash. Too many threads to weave together, but they seem to be doing so. It appears this random encounter may not be a complete distraction after all."
================== Perception 11 to overhear Diplomacy 22 when talking to the ratfolk
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=17 ; Friday November 4th, 2016 7:48:11 PM
Zander hears the ratfolk mention a Winmore Crimson but Micah beats him to sharing it with the group. "I wonder if this is the same Crimson? I think we should head to the Golden Goose to find the alchemist Xander though. While Mask day is exciting we did come up here with a goal."
Perception 17 to overhear Ratfolk
The Golden Goose (DM Mstitt) Friday November 4th, 2016 8:48:55 PM Zander lets the couple go and they step away. You can hear them begin to talk politics and that never goes well. "Xander", Micah queries, "Did you say you are from the Trash level? We are from the Fence ourselves and have had some pleasant dealings with other ratfolk. Should I want to find you later, where might I look?" “Sure… sure the little rat man replied. Fine place the Trash level. Anything rat folk could ever want down there. We live just down the street from Hook Street across from the Vampires Daughter.” “Xander, don’t tell them where we live,” snapped Scarlet. “They coulds be thieves.” Micah then added to the group. “Did you hear that? Winmore Crimson is wishing to talk to these two about problems in the Trash. Too many threads to weave together, but they seem to be doing so. It appears this random encounter may not be a complete distraction after all." Zander suggests, "I wonder if this is the same Crimson? I think we should head to the Golden Goose to find the alchemist Xander though. While Mask day is exciting we did come up here with a goal."
Dorbin begins asking around in an attempt to find the alchemist. A kind, old, human woman stops and smiles. She is missing the entire right-side of her set of teeth. “Oh, dear. You are a handsome one. I have to say. Did you say you alchemist? There is a group of them that meet by the Palace. Just head down Diamond street. You can’t miss it.”
Down a ways. A good, brisk walk gets you to the Golden Goose with its huge painted goose sitting upon the roof of a two story building. The doors are large and open frequently. Looks quite popular today. Several men, dressed in cloaks enter from an alleyway on the left.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 Saturday November 5th, 2016 10:25:54 AM
Stohp admires the building for a few moments. It's a very nice building, well made and with a nice logo. She considers getting someone to paint a silver shield on their warehouse.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 Sunday November 6th, 2016 11:38:38 AM
"So, this is where all the alchemists hang out on the gold level? I wonder how much lead it took to make this place..."
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 Sunday November 6th, 2016 10:49:13 PM
Micah chuckles at K's jest and enter with the rest.
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Monday November 7th, 2016 12:27:38 AM
Bartomus soon found himself drawn into the hustle of the folks about him. He saw a strange broadside advertising some type of performance featurong a ver angularly faced man with a large red cloak. He got distracted by the laughter of a wedding party paying by and whispered a blessing of God's fortune their way.
He realized that the Shields had heard on without him and he saw Stohp off in n the distance. He rushed after his new colleagues at the double step. He came up behind them standing outside a lathe two story building with a giant golden goose paid on the roof. Folks are coming and going at a constant page.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=14 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 7:29:43 AM
As they approach the building, despite all the masks, Dorbin looks around to see if there are any red feather-dressed people around that look like fake guards (perception: 14).
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury Monday November 7th, 2016 12:45:32 PM
Zander looks around at the Golden Goose, wondering which came first. The name or the alchemists. He is somewhat concerned with the cloaked men entering from the alleyway since the front door seems to be open to all. "Quite the place they have here. Hopefully Xander is well known or it could take some time to search for him in there."
Entering the Golden Goose (DM Mstitt) d20=8 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 4:04:13 PM Stohp considers finding someone to paint a shield on their warehouse. K wonders if all the alchemist on the Gold Level hang out at the Golden Goose and then makes a joke. Micah chuckles as Bart gets lost in the commotion of the Gold level. He ends up having to run after the others. Dorbin looks around to see if there are any red feather-dressed people but there are none. He does notice someone familiar approaching from behind him. Zander says, "Quite the place they have here. Hopefully Xander is well known or it could take some time to search for him in there." He has some concern with the cloaked men entered the side of the restaurant.
From behind the group Reibel approaches and greets them all with a smile. “Ah, you made it. I was afraid you would have problems meeting the alchemist so I thought I would help you greet them. It's a casual affair but after fifteen years we tend to do things a certain way and picked up some privileges. Head down this way,” he points toward the side door. “Or you can go through the front door? I’m actually not sure he is here. He works for someone at the Palace and is oft on missions. At least that’s what he calls it.” Reibel waits for you to decide how you want to approach the Golden Goose. Perception vs DC: 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { The front door is crowded and the door swing back and forth with the traffic. It doesn't seem a terrible place to start and Riebel will follow you and guide you to the group of alchemist. The chatter in the front of the line is about a singer getting ready to take the stage. Apparently, she has quite a voice.} Perception vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { The side door is about 300 meters forward. The alleyway is dark. Above you is a conversation from one of the patrons on the right and a resident of the apartment building. They are talking from a second story window. There is a row of open windows following this one. "Hey, send me one of those Golden Goose pints when you head back this direction." "Sure," said the other man. The conversation continues but its nothing relevant. }
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d20=8 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 4:53:29 PM
K is completely oblivious (perception: 8). Reibel seemed inclined to use the side entrance, so he does as well.
"You're the pro here, Reibel. You think the side door is best, I'm ok with that."
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20+6=13 ; Monday November 7th, 2016 9:48:32 PM "So will we be able to see the show they are all talking about?" Bartomus asked after hearing others talk about a performer about to take the stage.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+7=16 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 12:17:19 AM
As tempting as a show is, they really don't have time for such distractions. Looking at the two doors (perception 16), she says "I'm assuming the side door would be faster. Lets check if he's there, and see if anyone knows where to find him if he isn't."
Remembering the earlier confusion, Stohp asks Reibel for a description of the alchemist they're after. That way if they run across any other people named Xander they'll know for sure it's the right Xander.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=21 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 8:17:05 AM
Dorbin moves to go with Stohp towards the side door and notices the folks talking in the windows. He looks at the other windows as well to see if there is anything else going on up there (perception: 21)
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d20+3=16 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 3:32:04 PM
Micah nods to Stohp's suggestion and follows along.
(perception 16)
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=13 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 4:13:48 PM
Following everyone towards the side door Zander stay in the middle of the group and scans the crowd with 'Detect Evil'. Those cloaked men have him jumpy. He's looking for a group of auras together. He expects to find individuals mixed in among the crowd and ignores them. In the Gold level he expects to see men corrupted by greed and money but that is not his business.
Mrs. Marilyn (DM Mstitt) d20=20 ; d20=13 ; d20=5 ; Tuesday November 8th, 2016 7:41:04 PM
“Ha, pro,” Reibel snorted at K’s comment. “I’m no pro.” He then smiled and walked toward the side door. Stohp decides to go for the side door and asks for a description and Reibel offers a descriptive description of the human alchemist. “He is a retired guard from the Caeroldra Guard. He is bit stuffy, choosing to wear the guard uniform and that feather in his hat, rather than the comfortable cloaks that we wear. He is getting up there in age.” Reibel laughs. “Like all us alchemist. We age beautifully. He is a bit gray up top. He usually stands at the end of the table like a dictator over a war map.” Reibel walked through the side door and stood and waited for the rest of the group to file in. Bart asks about the show. “Oh my”, said a small halfling. “Wait till you see Marilyn. She has the voice of an angel.” Dorbin follows Stohp and looks up at the windows. Shadows dance in the other windows. They seem busy but nothing suspicious. “That pint is very expensive,” shouted the guy in the right window. “I’ll pay you back.” “I’ve heard that before. Last time you put on your Mask and tried to run away. Seriously, you tried to run away over 3 silver. Micah follows Stohp as Zander stays in the middle of the group. He casts ‘Detect Evil’ and gets a good selection of individual choices as he selected. A few of the cloaked men showed up with evil in their heart, particularly a pair near the back but they quickly disappeared into the The Golden Goose is booming as ... An unusual human woman stands on the stage. Marilyn has a stack of rings around her neck. Her neck is at least a foot longer than any other human. Marilyn struts across the stage in a thin tri-colored dress. Frills from her collar reach up desperately trying to touch her chin. She stands at the mic and begins to sing. (OOC: Roll a D20 to assess her skills. 10+ it’s wonderful and below terrible.) Reibel steps up to a long table filled with cloaked women and men. Perception vs DC: 13 Highlight to display spoiler: { Xander stands in front of a table -- of what looks like clerics. He looks over the others as they talk among themselves. He looks a bit out of place.} Sense Motive vs DC: 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { There is a corrupted sense to this man. He is out of place for a reason. He is hiding something and seems very nervous.} “Hi everyone,” Reibel said to the group. “Reibel, so happy you can join us today. We were so lost without you.” Several stand up blocking the view. They embrace Reibel.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+7=24 ; d20+6=9 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 12:23:37 AM
Stohp manages to spot Xander and keeps a close eye on him (perception 24). She tries to get a read on him, but it's hard at this distance (sense motive 9). Waiting patiently for Reibel to finish greeting his friends and coworkers, she mutters to the others quietly "Found him. He's standing in front of a group of folks at the table over there. They look like clerics."
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20=7 ; d20+6=26 ; d20+2=22 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 1:06:03 AM
Bartomus winced as the singer began what seemed like something heard on the desert plains when a beast was injured, but he turned his attention to the new "friend" that approached the group. As he listened, he got an uneasy sense about the man. His actions betrayed a level of nervousness that did not make sense to the Taur.
Shaking his head at the man, Bartomus looked about in an effort to find a Shield he could share his growing sense of concern about their "new friend." As he looked about, he noticed Xander was over at a table that he just didn't seem to fit in with. Something just was not right about this entire situation.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=13 ; d20+2=21 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 9:06:04 AM
Dorbin focuses in on Xander (perception: 13) and notices something is off (sense motive: 21). He quickly makes his was to Stohp and whispers, "This is wrong. That man is hiding something. Look how nervous he is."
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Wednesday November 9th, 2016 10:50:16 AM
Bartomus watched as Dorbin moved up to Stohp and whispered near her. He followed behind Dorbin and came behind both of them.
"Something isn't right, folks, not right at all." Bartomus whispered to the two of them
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d20=17 ; d20+6=13 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 1:16:46 PM
K nods. "Yea, something's fishy." He studies Xander and the clerics intently for signs of evil.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d20+3=16 ; d20+9=26 ; d20=9 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 2:06:44 PM
Micah nods slightly as many of his companions confirm his impression of Xander (SM 26). He glances at Zanderallen and K knowing that they are likely checking the room for evil, alert to any indication from him.
He barely notices the singer (9) as he is too focused on their objective and the sense of danger he reads in the room.
He takes a quick look around the room for potential exits and entrances and tries to casually place himself between Xander and the most likely one for him to use. His hand naturally draws toward the handle of his hammer, but he consciously keeps from grasping it.
Xander must go (DM Mstitt) d100=45 ; d20=8 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 2:29:20 PM
Marilyn continued to sing, her long neck swinging along with her hips. Reibel finished greeting the others as Xander stood and watched. Stohp identifies the man but can’t read what’s going on. She waits and mutters to the others. Bart winced as the noise from the strange singer hurt his ears. Bart noticed Xander’s level of comfort and whispers. Dorbin notices this too and both whisper their concerns to Stohp. K feels something is fishy Xander was clearly uncomfortable with the presence of the Shield. He watches as each one whispers to the other. “Reibel, what are they doing here!” He demanded. Reibel stood up and with little fanfare spoke to Xander. “Colonel, settle down. I’m sure your issues will be heard. These are my friends. The are an adventuring group from the Fence. You are from the Fence right?” He asks. “What right do you have bringing them here. This is a private group.” “Listen, I’ve told you once before. This is not a private group anyone is welcome.” With this the other alchemist began to murmur. “They must leave. I will not stand her and allow our business to be listened too.” “Go ahead and leave,” snapped Reibel, “but these men have questions for you.” With that statement Xander eyes got large as saucers. He suddenly bolted for the front door. Moving very quickly for an older gentleman. (OOC: We are going to use a special roll here to catch the man. Xander rolls D100 that is the target. Each one of you roll a D100. Whoever gets closest +/- 10 captures Xander. If he gets away we will run this again.) Xander target: 45 Xander tears through the large crowd. Pushing and shoving. Many of the formerly, happy patrons are upset. With the commotion.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d100=27 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 2:53:09 PM
K spends too much time rolling his eyes to catch the old man. He gives chase, apologizing as he goes through the crowd.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:13 d100=24 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 3:06:49 PM
[OOC: You didn't summarize Micah's action. Did you notice that he intentionally placed himself between Xander and the most likely exit. Does this eliminate Micah's need to roll?]
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d100=100 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 3:30:11 PM
(I WIN!)
Stohp performs an epic acrobatic feat to get through the crowd near to Xander (100!). She is so amazed at what she just did she forgets to actually grab him until after he's run past.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=12 ; d20+7=27 ; d100=16 ; d20+9=13 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 4:46:13 PM
Before reaching the table where the alchemists are gathered Zanderallen whispers to his companions, "Watch out for the dark cloaked men, especially the two that just disappeared in the back. I am detecting evil intentions in them." He'll do his best to point out the ones that raise the most suspicion.
(Perception 12, Sense Motive 27)
Already somewhat suspicious Zander is barely surprised when Xander takes off. Unfortunately expecting it and being able to react in time are two different things. Bumping into a couple of the others he yells out in the most official voice he can muster, "Stop that man! He's wanted for questioning in a murder!" Unfortunately the full force of his yell is lost as he bumps into the table.
(d100=16 not within 10, Diplomacy 13)
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d100=60 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 4:48:33 PM
Dorbin attempts to duck and weave around some people to get to the door before Xander, but he only manages to run into a table (60).
Xander must go (DM Mstitt) Wednesday November 9th, 2016 5:11:39 PM
(OOC: I'm sorry John. You must of posted seconds before I did. I would say roll and see what happens. He took you by surprise? I don't want it to end before it starts. Or... you could attempt a Grapple. That would work too. If you Grapple him then you have him. I'll give you a free shot. The Grapple will be essential to anyone getting him to stop... just an FYI)
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:14 d20+4=22 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 8:45:18 PM
Micah shrugs when he sees the graying alchemist bolt for the door. "Why do they always run?" he asks himself as he bends his knees, lowering his center of gravity in a basic wrestling stance. Careful to time his action well, he lunges at the fleeing target, attempting to grab him around the waist. (CMB 22)
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d100=69 ; Wednesday November 9th, 2016 8:54:25 PM
Bartomus saw the man flee, but too late. When he reached for the fleeing man, he missed capturing him. Bartomus spun about and headed after Xander.
Welcome to the Golden Goose (DM Mstitt) Wednesday November 9th, 2016 11:05:49 PM K is eye rolling for too long but when he is done chases Xander. Stohp speeds past as Xander watches with amazement. Zander tries to warn the group but Xander takes off. He shouts "Stop that man! He's wanted for questioning in a murder!" then bumps into a table. Dorbin does his best duck and weave but gets hung up behind another table. Bart tried to run but missed but Micah did his best officer vs. suspect lunge and grabbed Xander. The crowd actually cheered loudly helped by Marilyn who said, “How about our heroes? Welcome to the Golden Goose!” Xander fought with Xander’s grapple shouting and tossing out empty threats.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Thursday November 10th, 2016 9:21:12 AM
Dorbin seems embarrassed by the sudden attention and starts to slip back into the crowd. When he sees Xander struggling, he tries to discourage him by quickly dousing him in water out of thin air.
OOC: Cast Drench on Xander.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 Thursday November 10th, 2016 9:47:28 AM
Seeing Micah has a hold of the alchemist, K stops being pushy with the crowd. He slowly makes his way over, wondering if this man was guilty of something, or just scared. He pushes down the adrenaline that started pumping when the man ran and reminds himself that sometimes folks who are scared do stupid things.
He doesn't actually say anything, just stands ready to make sure Xander's treated gently.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:14 d20+9=28 ; d20+4=5 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 4:23:42 PM "Calm down," Micah says steadily and softly while maintain his grasp.
Working on a hunch, he whispers "If it is others you fear, we might be able to help."
Then more audibly, he "Will you agree to stop resisting?"
If the answer and matching reaction is affirmative, Micah will release him. [Sense Motive 28 to verify that he is genuinely submitting]
If the answer is no, then he will unsuccessfully try to convert the grapple to a pin [Natural 1 rolled].
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 Thursday November 10th, 2016 4:39:06 PM
Stohp heads back over and uses her size to clear a little space. "We should move somewhere more private to talk." she tells the others.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+7=10 ; d20+9=27 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 9:15:11 PM
Deciding to currently take the role of party spokesman Zander moves up to where his companions have Xander and tries to get a feel for the crowd, although they seemed to be cheering for them. Speaking up he says, "Sorry to interrupt the performance. Just some Silver Shield business, we'll get out of your way good people. Once again our apologies for the interruption.", turning to the stage, "Your performance has been wonderful."
Sense Motive 10 Diplomacy 27
Catch the Greased Alchemist (DM Mstitt) d20=16 ; d100=30 ; Thursday November 10th, 2016 9:58:30 PM
Xander struggles. “Get your hands off me you grubby mercenaries.” That is, until Dorbin doused him with water. Oh the injuries he could curse Dorbin with if he could curse with his eyes. K sees Micah has a handle on Xander and makes he way over. He reasons with himself on why someone would run. “What do you want from me!” Xander, the Colonel demanded. “Where is my hat? You better not of lost my hat by snatching me like that,” he warned. Stohp clears some space and recommends moving somewhere private. Zander decides to be spokesperson and says, "Sorry to interrupt the performance. Just some Silver Shield business, we'll get out of your way good people. Once again our apologies for the interruption.", turning to the stage, "Your performance has been wonderful." “Thank you, good man,” Marilyn says with a high pitched noise that no one expected. “I will play a song just for you.” She promises and begins to sing again as the crowd cheers. Micah tries to calm Xander by offering help. Xander attempts to (escape artist: 16 vs Micah’s CMD 14) Xander slips away to run again. (Target to catch: 30 - No grapple this time. If you catch him he will stay (-/+ 15))
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d100=97 ; Friday November 11th, 2016 12:04:10 AM
When Xander started pulling away from Micah, Bartomus started to help and then that noise started again. It was ear piercing. His shoulders scrunched and his body tensed in place. The cheering crowd helped to some degree, but the tone continued. He wanted to leave the building and turned to do so without realizing that Xander was running away.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d100=47 ; Friday November 11th, 2016 9:26:41 AM
Dorbin turns to take off after the fleeing Xander, but is distracted by something under the edge of a chair. Is that Xander's hat? He reaches down to check it out.
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d100=41 ; d20+5=21 ; Friday November 11th, 2016 12:17:59 PM
41 to grab, success.
Xander doesn't get far. K grabs the man be the back of his neck and holds tight. "Sir, I suggest you stick around." He wheels Xander around to face Stohp. "Our leader here doesn't like physical violence, but she's very capable."
Intimidate: 21
K still feels worried about this guy, so he doesn't actually hurt him. Xander's beginning to test his patience, though.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:14 d20+3=13 ; Friday November 11th, 2016 1:30:02 PM
Micah smiles in relief at K's successful recapture of the flighty alchemist. He returns back to a ready stance, and surveys the rest of the room for any interference. (Perception 13)
"Perhaps we could find a more private place for a conversation," he suggests blandly belying the adrenaline surge resulting from Xander's attempted flight. He looks around questioningly, hoping for a recommendation.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=19 ; Friday November 11th, 2016 2:04:49 PM
Glad for K's quick reflexes Zander moves to encircle the alchemist to prevent further flight. "Sir, we really only wished to ask you a few questions, your actions have now brought considerable suspicion on yourself. And don't say a licensed adventuring group containing two paladins coming up to you in the middle of your club and introduced by a colleague was a cause to be frightened.", as Zander closes his statement his voice turns hard. Looking around for a staff member or other personnel and asking around, "Is there a private room where we could sit down and have a talk?" While looking around he checks for any of the cloaked men he say earlier.
Perception 19
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Friday November 11th, 2016 5:11:20 PM "Yes, a private room, wonderful idea," Bartomus echoed the statement as it provided a level of relief from caterwauling coming from the stage.
Bart started to help Micah but was distracted by the noise from the singer in the background. He was uncomfortable and wanted to leave. He did not realize Xander had escaped. Dorbin turns to chase after Xander but stops when he see’s Xander’s hat. K manages to check the slippery alchemist and says, "Sir, I suggest you stick around." He wheels Xander around to face Stohp. "Our leader here doesn't like physical violence, but she's very capable." Xander is quite shaken but tries his best to hold on to any sort of trumped up bravado. “Get your hands off me. You don’t know who you’re talking too. I am a Colonel. You can’t treat me this way. I know some very powerful people that will have you adventurers licenses, all of you!” He threatened.
Micah smiles when Xander is recaptured. He watches the room for any interference but the crowded pub seems indifferent to the human. "Perhaps we could find a more private place for a conversation," Micah suggests. Zander moves to encircle the alchemist. "Sir, we really only wished to ask you a few questions, your actions have now brought considerable suspicion on yourself. And don't say a licensed adventuring group containing two paladins coming up to you in the middle of your club and introduced by a colleague was a cause to be frightened." He then asks around for a private room. The other alchemist, even Riebel have disappeared in the commotion. Meeting over, maybe? Maybe not? Maybe they just didn’t want to be around. A sharply dressed centaur walks past and suggests there is a room in the back but there is no space for even one centaur, like him. “No way, you’ll fit in that room,” he said. “You might as well just go back out the side door.
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Saturday November 12th, 2016 11:51:39 AM
Bartomus focused on the fact that the Centaur indicated that there was a room in the back.
"Micah and Zander," Bartomus turned back from watching the Centaur move by, noting his dress appeared to be different from the others so far. "I doubt that Stohp and I can fit into a room if he couldn't."
Bartomus flipped his right forefinger at the centaur. "We can make great door guards for you three to get real close and get some answers from this guy before he slips away again.
Bartomus also hoped that the further back in the building, the less of the screeching he would have to indure.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+2=16 ; Saturday November 12th, 2016 8:27:51 PM
Stoph tries to look fearsome after K's comment, fingering her sap (intimidate 16). "Enough of this nonsense, there are 6 of us and one of you, you won't get away."
After a moments thought Stohp suggests they retreat to the alley. "We're a large group with a couple large taurs. While we could have the taurs standing guard, if the room is so small a taur might not fight it probably won't be big enough for our entire group minus the taurs and Xander to fit. In the alley we can set guards at each end and move to a spot where we can't be overheard by the gossipers hanging out the windows."
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+6=18 ; Monday November 14th, 2016 7:33:29 AM
Dorbin nods at Stohp's suggestion and quickly moves out the side door to check the alley to see if it is clear in the alley and above (perception: 18).
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 Monday November 14th, 2016 9:53:29 AM
K is content to wheel this guy to wherever the group decides he needs to go.
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:14 Monday November 14th, 2016 1:28:00 PM
Micah pulls Stohp aside as much as is possible and in a low voice suggests to her, "Some of the cloaked people that were here before have stepped out. Given their untimely disappearance and that of the other alchemists, I am a bit concerned about the security of the alley. Even witht guards on each end, we are vulnerable from above." As he says this last bit he has Shredd's rooftop attacks and escape in mind.
"Though not ideal, the room might be safer. However, being in unfamiliar territory any place might pose risks we cannot anticipate."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury Monday November 14th, 2016 2:14:20 PM
Worried about the alley as well Zander doesn't realize Dorbin is stepping outside to check it until he's at the door. Fearing an ambush he dashes after Dorbin. 'Please don't be assassins, why does that kid have to be so fast?' He thinks to himself as he sees Dorbin step out the door, close on his heels. "Dorbin, wait!"
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Monday November 14th, 2016 4:05:12 PM
Bartomus shrugged at Stohp's suggestion, but watched the interaction with Micah and Zander. Dorbin slipped out into the alley, and Zander followed after. Bartomus looked back at Stohp and Micah with a bit of concern.
Exhale (DM Mstitt) Monday November 14th, 2016 6:40:55 PM Bart tells group that he doubts they can fit into the room. He comments that they can make door guards to get some answers. He also hoped to get out of the noise. Stohp tries to look fearsome after K’s comment but Xander was already shaken. She then suggests you retreat to the alley. Dorbin nods in agreement and moves quickly. The alley is actually a little quieter. The windows above are still open but no one is leaning out of them. There is still traffic moving in and out of the door so you may want to move from the door. K is content to move Xander and Xander seems to of lost his spunk. Micah pulls Stohp aside and suggests. "Some of the cloaked people that were here before have stepped out. Given their untimely disappearance and that of the other alchemists, I am a bit concerned about the security of the alley. Even witht guards on each end, we are vulnerable from above." As he says this last bit he has Shredd's rooftop attacks and escape in mind. "Though not ideal, the room might be safer. However, being in unfamiliar territory any place might pose risks we cannot anticipate." Zander shouts at Dorbin as he steps outside. “What do you want to know,” Xander said with a sudden sigh. He seemed ready for any questions. Still angry but ready. Marilyn begins a new song and the crowd cheers. “You’all will have to ask me loudly. I can barely hear myself think. I don’t know why the alchemist thought this was a good idea anyways. You know they don’t like me anyways. I have people that appreciate my work. I don’t need this anymore. Just ask your questions so I can go.”
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Tuesday November 15th, 2016 9:47:48 AM
Dorbin looks back at Zander after he peeks out the doorway. He turns back and steps aside from the entrance so that others can move through the door. He shrugs and points to the corner, suggesting the group just move out of the middle of the room.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 Tuesday November 15th, 2016 11:57:30 AM
Stohp thinks a moment and concedes Micah's point. "Why not here then? It's loud enough no one can overhear us and public enough no one can attack."
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 Tuesday November 15th, 2016 2:04:26 PM
"Good enough." He turns Xander around. "We actually just came here for your help." He produces the granules from the drink they found earlier. "A friend of ours was found dead this morning. This stuff in his favorite cup is our best clue. We wanted an alchemist to look at it."
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:14 d20+4=10 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2016 2:13:52 PM
Micah nods in response to Stohp's suggestion.
He keeps an ear open as K gets to their purpose while keeping an eye on the room, looking for any undue attention being given them or for any signs of interference.
=== Perception 10
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20+6=18 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2016 4:53:42 PM
Bartomus takes up a postion turned away from K and Xander allowing them to talk while he scanned the boistorus crowd enjoying the continued wailing from the stage. A few of the singer's high notes made him wince, and he tried folding his arms and just focused his attention to the hustle and bustle of the inn. ==== perception 18
Plenty of Alchemist around (DM Mstitt) d20=11 ; d20=16 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2016 9:04:53 PM Dorbin peeks out the door then turns back. He then suggests they move to a fairly empty corner of the Golden Goose. Stohp concedes and agrees to stay within the club and question Xander. Micah watches the crowd as they enjoy the music. By now, another singer has began to sing. (OOC: Your choice - you can roll a D20 to see if the music suits you) K turns Xander around and says "We actually just came here for your help." He produces the granules from the drink they found earlier. "A friend of ours was found dead this morning. This stuff in his favorite cup is our best clue. We wanted an alchemist to look at it." Bart scans the crowd for anything unusual but the crowd bounces away to the new music. This seem very different then most taverns. The long bartending counters were gone. There were more, sharpy-dressed, taurs walking around the dancing patrons serving drinks. Everyone seem more inclined to dance then socialize.
“This tells me nothing,” Xander shoots back. “It looks like you have small, crushed up leaves in a -what is that your holding? It could be anything. I don’t have any of my tools to examine it. There are plenty of alchemist that could tell you what it is. Why are accosting me? What do I have to do with any of this?”
If you make a Sense Motive check vs DC:10, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {”He seems annoyed, indifferent, maybe a Diplomacy check will help, but is he really annoyed? Maybe it is an act?”}
If you make a Sense Motive check vs DC:18, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: {“You think his annoyance is a test, and you should challenge him calmly and with good reasons for him to help you. Also, he is not aware of the investigation so far so maybe this is annoyance. Maybe you should give him more information?”}
If you make a Knowledge Local check vs DC11, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: { Riebel has told you that Xander is not the kindest guy. He has a reputation for not suffering fools gladly, but he does respect those who treat him intelligently.”}
If you make a Perception check vs DC16, then Please Highlight to display spoiler: { “You see by the stains on his fingers that he recently came from the lab, and by his wrinkled clothes and unshaven face, that likely he has not slept recently.”}
“The side door bangs open loudly and someone enters but you see no one. Some of the female patrons squalk and move out of the way. “Oi... I can’t believe I have to come out to this place. Why did you have to agree to be a house rat for these…” That’s when you see the small, mouse-like rat folk. Oscar steps forward and delivers the note to Stohp. “I would give you a verbal message but I can’t hear a darned thing.” Note from the Brassy McGurk Hi group, First thing, I want to thank you for all the work you have done for the people of the Fence. Not sure where you’re at right now but I’m sure you’re doing some good. Your little friend, from you warehouse is a bit spunky. I’ll tell you this He knows how to clean. Anyways, so my niece has been singing your praises since you left. She is the sweetest… but I’m getting distracted. A new gentlemen is interested in joining your group, he is an elf and has some amazing talents. Please be kind because I’m insisting a bit… well… my niece likes him.. DON’T TELL HIM!. Anyways… I had him follow your little rat friend Oscar. Thanks, Brass” (OOC: Welcome Sid to the game. He is actually standing outside the side door of the Golden Goose. Oscar insisted he stay outside. (Welcome to the game Andrew… :))
Sid d20+8=21 ; d20+10=25 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2016 9:53:47 PM
Sid leans back against the wall of the building in a little shade where the door won't open on him and watches the crowd crowd around him, relaxed but alert. He rubs the nub of his left pinky, in both nervousness and excitement and hums very softly to himself. He felt the comforting weight of his gear around him and smiled and thought to himself, "It's been too long since I've done something besides sling drinks," and waited.
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Perception: 21 Stealth: 25
(Thanks for having me everyone!_
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+7=14 ; d20+2=18 ; Tuesday November 15th, 2016 10:43:57 PM 'Phew, nothing in the ally. Well except for Oscar.', Zander thinks to himself looking back at the group talking to Xander in the corner. Noticing he looks a little out of sorts Zander doesn't buy his story for a moment, otherwise why would he run? But he gets distracted by Oscar running past him and back out. Asking Oscar on his way out he learns that somebody wants to join them. 'I guess I'll look after the new guy.'
Looking around the alley out back he says, "You sure you told him to wait out here? Where did he go?"
Sense Motive 14, Perception 18
OOC: Welcome Andrew!
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d20+6=11 ; d20=15 ; d20+8=20 Wednesday November 16th, 2016 10:17:02 AM
Sense motive: 11 Perception: 15
K breaths, and releases Xander. "Because the person who was killed was dear to us, dear to a good friend, and we were told you're the best.
"Someone's trying to clean this up quickly. We don't have time to deal with amateurs. Obviously we got off on the wrong foot here. I'm K, by the way. Paladin of Flower. We really do need your help."
He completely fails to notice anything going on with this new elf. Dude's got a one-track mind.
edit: forgot to actually roll diplomacy: 20 ***
Andrew is my brother-in-law, everyone. Feel free to double the newbie hazing.
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] d20+2=21 ; d20+6=23 ; Wednesday November 16th, 2016 10:24:52 AM
As K introduces himself, Dorbin steps up beside them (perception: 23). He says, "Here, look at his hands. Look at his shirt. He has been in the lab recently. Perhaps for a long time." Dorbin says to K, loud enough for Xander to hear, "Maybe we should let him know that this is a serious murder investigation."
OOC: Hello Andrew!
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:14 d20+9=27 ; d20+3=11 ; d20+8=16 ; Wednesday November 16th, 2016 5:22:01 PM "And I am Micah Smith," says the priest with a slight bow, his amulet of Domi swinging from his neck as he does so. Micah has encountered customers in his father's forge who are no nonsense people and suspects Xander is one of those.
When Dorbin exclaims his news, he pointedly looks more closely at Xander's hands, but does not mention it further.
Rather, he then looks Xander in the eye and says, "Adding to what my colleague, K, has said. We would not travel from the fence to waste your time....or ours. Nor would we travel in such large numbers were there not serious cause. If you are unable to draw conclusions from this sample based on simple observation, what would be required for you to provide a more complete answer."
=================== Sense Motive 27 Perception 11 Diplomacy 16 Aid another gives +2 to K's roll.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=8 ; Wednesday November 16th, 2016 6:15:57 PM
Seeing his companions seem to have the alchemist under control Zander keeps watch. Still looking for the elf that supposedly is coming to join them.
(Perception 8)
Chipped (DM Mstitt) Wednesday November 16th, 2016 10:22:26 PM Sid waits outside as Oscar runs into the building. He rubs the nub of his left pinky partially nervous and excited. He thinks to himself. "It's been too long since I've done something besides sling drinks," and waited. Outside the Golden Goose, with the huge goose on the front of the building the side of the building is a bit plain. The paint is chipped and faded. Above your head are a row of open windows with busy people passing by. Zander is relieved there is nothing in else the ally. Zander is suspicious of this alchemist but gets distracted by the house rat, Oscar. Zander is the first to volunteer to look after Sid but he doesn’t see him. Zander sees that the group is doing well with Xander and he looks for Sid. Sid seems to be quite the magician. Sense Motive vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {Xander stands stiffly as K releases him. Xander listens, at least he looks to be listening. He seems very interested as K explains the situation. } Micah introduces himself. “Ah, a brother of Domi. I have great respect for the teaching of Domi. You must have faith in yourself.” Micah then adds "Adding to what my colleague, K, has said. We would not travel from the fence to waste your time....or ours. Nor would we travel in such large numbers were there not serious cause. If you are unable to draw conclusions from this sample based on simple observation, what would be required for you to provide a more complete answer." “And this fella, does he have a name? How did he die? Was it quiick… nah it wouldn’t of been quick. It would of been painful if what’s in the bag is what I think. I’m thinking he vomited over and over.. That’s usually what happens.” Dorbin notices the alchemists hands were dirty and Xander promptly folds them behind his back. “Oh,” Xander replied. “I’m sure it was murder. You don’t use arsenic for anything else. At least not anything I can think of.”
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] Wednesday November 16th, 2016 10:42:00 PM
Bartomus continued to look about the crowd, occassionally tossing his head back over his shoulder to see how the discussion was going with Xander. When he heard the word "murder," he shifted and looked in on the conversation to see what was being discussed.
Sid (Andrew) HP:23/23; AC: 16/14/12; CMB: 1; CMD: 15) d20=1 ; d20+10=11 ; Thursday November 17th, 2016 12:26:07 AM
Sid waits outside the front of the Golden Goose for Oscar or one of the Silver Shields to come out. He thinks to himself, "I don't know why I had to wait outside, but I'm sure the Bossman had a reason." Sid rubs a hand reflectively over the wall, feeling how rough or smooth it is, and pushes away. He looks up with interest at the sign and the open windows. He had heard of the Gaudy Goose, but usually doesn't run around the Gold Level, so hadn't seen it properly until now. Sid takes in the building absently noting ways to climb or swing up to the higher stories, and looks into the open windows upstairs and the people going about their business there.
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Perception: 9 (natural 1) Stealth: 11 (natural 1)
(Well, I had hoped to have a little more time before my natural botching ability became apparent. So it begins -_-;; Also known as, "Oh my god, where did the building go?)
Dorbin [AC:13/13/10 HP:17/17 CMD:14] Thursday November 17th, 2016 8:52:49 AM
Dorbin, trying to be quiet, says, "Arsenic? And where does one get arsenic, might I ask? Would you happen to have a supply?"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 18/18 AC: 15/12/12 CMB: +5 CMD: 14 d20+6=14 ; Thursday November 17th, 2016 10:15:42 AM
Stohp is distracted by Oscars arrival, but since Zander went out to find the new guy she rejoins the interrogation (sense motive 14). So far they've only covered information they already knew, so Stohp decides to put some pressure on him. "We heard that you might be able to point us at who might have access to such a thing."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 38/38 AC: 18 T: 10 FF: 17 CMD: 16 Party Treasury d20+2=15 ; Thursday November 17th, 2016 2:41:03 PM
Deciding there must be someone waiting Zander takes another look around and finally spots who he guesses is the new hopeful recruit. Something about his posture and gear marked him as an adventurer. He pauses momentarily to scan his heart for evil intent then approaches the elf, his chainmail clinking as always under his tunic bearing the crest of Domi and a WLA badge. At his side hang a longsword, war hammer, and sap and a sturdy shield is strapped to his back. As he approaches he gives a warm smile, he carries himself well and has the powerful physique and good looks common to paladins of Domi. Holding forth his hand he greets the newcomer, ""I take it you must be the one Oscar brought who hopes to join us? My names Zanderallen, the rest of the group is inside. Why don't you join me in standing watch while they ask an alchemist some questions. We can finish the introductions once they finish."
Perception 15
K (Carl) HP: 25 AC:25/22/21 CMD:18 d20+6=12 ; Thursday November 17th, 2016 4:20:26 PM
K wonders how this guy went from "How am I supposed to know what that is" to "arsenic" so quickly. He could have just been acting unhelpful, or he could know more than he lets on.
Sense motive: 12 - Is this guy hiding something?
He sees they have company in the form of their rat-butler and an elf. He smiles at Oscar, still worried he feels like he has to serve. He nods at the newcomer, still not sure who he is or what he's doing here...
Micah (John) HP: 16/16 AC: 15/10/15 CMD:14 d20+9=15 ; d20+3=17 ; Thursday November 17th, 2016 4:39:02 PM
When Xander mentions the vomiting, Micah adds, "That might explain the water on his clothing."
He waits for the answer to Dorbin's and Stohp's question, continuing to keep an eye on the crowd.
========== Sense Motive 15 Perception 17
Bartomus [(Rod) HP: 13/20 AC: 13 (11+2)] d20+2=7 ; d20+2=8 ; Thursday November 17th, 2016 7:22:18 PM
Artemis tried to get a sense of The Alchemist motive and involvement in the untimely death that they were investigating. But the Wailing shrieks of the singer on the crowd's enjoyment of it was such a distraction to the taur, that he couldn't concentrate on the discussion near him.
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