Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Monday February 27th, 2017 11:59:20 PM
Toston says to Dulmoth, "It isn't an official safe house but it is a house and it is safe for you. You got 8 armed adventurers guarding you, so make yourself at home because no one is messing with you while you are here."
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Tuesday February 28th, 2017 12:47:36 AM
Lornak feels a presence behind him. He casually looks over to find Ethani watching him work. "I don't usually work on something this volatile as a habit." He says as he turns and starts to move toward her. "However, with the abundance of healers we have here in Marsh House I am allowing myself a little risk." He moves in close to her to speak softly into her ear. "I kind of hope it does fail." He confesses as he gently slides his hand into hers. "Then I would be at the mercy of these capable hands." He then gently kisses the top of her hand. He then takes a swift exit.
Lornak enters the Main Room and turns his attention to Dulmoth; "Then you wouldn't mind kindly returning our decency with any information you can share about being a front for House Cloak, even if it is false or contrived." Lornak says to Dulmoth and sits down in one of the many couches; "Especially if it is trivial."
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+12=28 ; Tuesday February 28th, 2017 4:12:06 PM
Wil responds to Lornak. "You know, we were a bit concerned when we started. It's funny that we now have so many clerics. This group is evolving nicely." He then turns his attention to Dulmoth. "So, why would the other houses think you have some connection to the fish kind?" (Diplomacy: 28)
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Tuesday February 28th, 2017 6:42:59 PM
Armor clanking about, Hmerrin collapses into a solid chair, and waits to hear what the baker has to say.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+10=25 ; Tuesday February 28th, 2017 7:42:18 PM
While Var feels fairly safe at the Marsh house, he sets himself up in a place with a view out to the front lawn, and watches for any unwelcome visitors (Perception: 25)
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Tuesday February 28th, 2017 7:50:40 PM
When they get back to the Marsh house, Dušan eventually checks in the lab to see how Lornak is doing with his projects, but finds him working on an entirely different sort of chemistry. Not wanting to intrude he retreats to the common room and prepares for what's next. "Do we want to introduce our new friend here to our patron?"
Dulmoth at Marsh House - DM Post Dan K d20+4=22 ; Tuesday February 28th, 2017 11:02:21 PM
The group filters about Marsh House for a little bit and Dulmoth does indeed seem to be relaxing though it is apparent he does not know what really to do or what is expected of him.
Lornak and Wilford sit down on the couches and begin to try and get at what was going on. House Wolf does not simply show up and beat the tar out of citizens. They aren't angelic, but that is not their norm.
Dulmoth tries to maintain his innocence. "I have no connection that I know of to any fishmen. I am simply a baker. But I can tell you rumor and hearsay are far more dangerous it seems, at least to some. I do have a cousin in House Keys, or rather associated with House Keys through his work in Under City. Seems that a rumor these days is enough for some within the Houses to judge and jury you. What rumor or story they could have heard, I do not know. Sense Motive 22 Highlight to display spoiler: {He is holding back}
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 d20+7=13 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 1:41:57 AM
(Sense Motive: 13) Toston says to Dulmouth, "I'm confused, the Wolves accused you of being associated with the Cloaks, back at the bakery you said you were associated with the Teeth and now you are saying you have a cousin in House Keys, so which House is it that you are associated with really through your cousin?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+6=18 ; d20+12=22 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 10:57:24 AM
"You seem to be a man of many connections. Please point us in a direction. We would really like to resolve your issues here but we need some specific information to go on." A hissing noise causes Wil to jerk noticeably. He frowns when he realizes it was likely another spirit trying to play games. (Diplomacy: 22)
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+8=26 ; d20+8=14 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 2:15:16 PM
Lornak listens as the baker answers the groups questions but he can tell that the man is hesitating about some crucial bit of information.(Sense Motive d20=26). Perhaps he is embarrassed about his association with his cousin, perhaps he is lying about the "fishmen", perhaps he is indeed a front for one of the Houses. Regardless, the man's unwillingness to open up is getting on Lornak's nerves;
My dear sir." Lornak says as he leans forward in his seat. "I can sense your reluctance to open up to us but clearly you can see that we are not associated with any House of Dirt City. Be assured, you are among friends." (Diplomacy to aid another [Wil] d20=14)
"Yeah, give already," Hmerrin adds from his chair. "It's late. We're tired. And this whole 'I got a secret' thing everyone's pulling on us is getting old."
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+7=22 ; d20+10=28 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 7:27:16 PM
(sense motive: 22) Var turns around from his lookout position and fixes the 'baker' with a hard look (perception: 28).
"Somethin' is off about this bloke..." Var thinks to himself.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) d20=9 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 8:21:10 PM
Dušan doesn't follow what the group seems to picking up on, but trusts them to their business. He casts guidance on Wil in an attempt to give some aid and takes a seat.
Ethani(Nellie, HP 30/30, AC19,Touch:13, FF:14, CMD: 16) d20+6=19 ; d20+4=7 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 9:32:47 PM
Blissfully ignorant that the baker might be hiding something back, Ethani gives Lornak and Var a questioning look, but does not pursue it.
She rests her arm on Asteria's shoulder. "If you're hiding something, it's best to come clean now. Because tomorrow I will know the truth. And if you've mislead us, my friends will be very unhappy. Seeing that we may have just saved your life, it's poor manners to mislead us."
Asteria (sub Nellie) Wednesday March 1st, 2017 9:38:28 PM
The barbarian lets out an overly loud yawn as she stretches. "Look, it's been a long day and I just wanna eat a huge steak or maybe an entire cow and go to sleep. So yeah, just tell us everything, will ya?"
Dulmoth at Marsh House - DM Post Dan K d20+3=9 ; Wednesday March 1st, 2017 10:24:11 PM
Toston points out a couple inconsistencies and Lornak and Wilford build on that diplomatically to get Dulmoth to open up. Var can tell something is off. Dulmoth is nervous and holding back. He knows more than he telling. Hmerrin, Ethani and Asteria all mention that it ahs been a long day and would really like to get some straight information for a change. To aid in future efforts, Dusan casts Guidance on Wil
Dulmoth gets all the more nervous as the group basically pries deeper, albeit in a nice way. It has the desired affect and Dulmoth nods his agreement to the CMTC and takes a deep breath.
"I work for House Keys directly with my cousin and we use the bakery to move goods." He pauses here to take a moment to look at each of you as he says the next thing, "We have had nor have any contact with the Merfolk or Sahaguin."
"We move small, what you would call fencable items, usually jewelry. I'm not sure how House Cloak really fits in other than we passed some items to one of their crews. But I have been thinking of pulling back from even that. Today made it pretty clear to me that there are some smaller factions within the Houses and they all don't agree. Kel seems to be among that class" He nods to teh next question, "Yes I know Kel and Vash as well. The others looked familiar, but I couldn't be certain. Kel though, he's always been a game player. you know, plotting a long game. Him busting up me and shop doesn't make much sense to me."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Wednesday March 1st, 2017 11:27:04 PM
"So how do the Teeth fit in to all of this or was that just said in error?" Toston asks
He then takes a breath and says, "Could Kel have been directed to go after you by someone higher up the food chain? As for Vash, his nickname isn't the Stampede is it? I thought I heard tale of someone with that nickname and he is supposed to be very destructive."
"You hear from yer cousin lately? He in any trouble?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+12=15 ; Thursday March 2nd, 2017 3:49:13 PM
"The cousin angle is very interesting here but I have to add that I am very familiar with House politics. My father was High up in the Dart family but silenced many years ago. I hold some very strong feelings there." Wil's face reddened as he thought about his family's death. Suddenly, he slammed his hand down.. "I just need to do something! What's going on here." He said, he voice changing abruptly. Will then stepped back from the group, embarrassed. "Cicero, my old charge. Always, stepping in at the wrong time. You could of just ruined everything." Cicero, mumbled a reply but the damage had been done and Will waited to see what would happen. (Diplomacy: 16 (+1 Guidance))
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Thursday March 2nd, 2017 5:27:40 PM
"It seems to me that the Houses want to rout out anyone supplying the Sahaguin. " He matches the eyes of his companions and remarks coyly. "Maybe I am naive to think we squelched that avenue?"
Lornak is disturbed that the Houses are at a fever pitch. Even thought the baker is legitimately associated with House Keys, he is fearful that the focus of the Sahaugin ire is giving away to wanton aggressive actions.
"Could Kel have been using you to make a play for a higher position within his House?"
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Thursday March 2nd, 2017 6:03:07 PM
Hmerrin removes his helm, holds his head in his hands, and massages his temples.
"Can we go back to walking up and down the trade road and getting attacked by orcs?" he asks of nobody in particular. "Everything was so much easier to work out."
He sighs, and thinks some more.
"Did the two girls that came and brought us to your shop belong with you?" he finally asks.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Thursday March 2nd, 2017 8:43:15 PM
Dušan chuckles as Hmerrin reminisces of easier times.
Without much more to add, Dušan continues to cast Guidance on Wilford.
Ethani d20+4=14 ; Thursday March 2nd, 2017 9:49:31 PM
Smiling at the baker, Ethani is beginning to feel like she really stinks at all this subterfuge (Perception=14). "See, doesn't it feel better to tell the truth? Do you suppose that perhaps some of the funds from your exchanges might have been used to fund the sahuagin?"
Ethani raises an eyebrow at Will's outburst, wondering what might be going on.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 d20+7=10 ; d20+14=25 ; Thursday March 2nd, 2017 9:58:59 PM
Toston listens intently to hear what Dulmoth has to say to the inquiries of both him and his friends, looking for signs of subterfuge.
(Sense Motive: 10, Perception: 25)
Asteria (sub Nellie) Thursday March 2nd, 2017 10:03:20 PM
Asteria paces back and forth in the corner, ready for all the talking to finally end. Slowly picking dirt from under her nails, she looks on at the conversation in boredom.
Dulmoth at Marsh House - DM Post Dan K Thursday March 2nd, 2017 11:29:51 PM
The baker purses his lips and nods a bit at Toston's comment, "Well, no. House Teeth don't fit in at all. Wasn't sure who you were and House Teeth is a bit more upstanding and so seemed like a good idea at the time."
Dulmoth straightens and looks at Wilford with wide eyes when the man slams his hand down. The Baker wits on anyone else to give him some sort of nod to answer. Dulmoth answers Hmerrin first, "No, they were just in to buy some goods when Kel and the Wolves showed up. As to if Kel was acting on orders or something like that?" The baker shrugs. He also has not much to add to the thought or idea that some of the money that moved through his shop have gone on to find their way to the fishmen.
Dulmoth, as far as any can tell is being honest.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+12=22 ; d20+12=13 ; Friday March 3rd, 2017 1:14:12 PM
"Ok," Will begins then stops as he wrestles with the spirit Cicero. "I'm not going to rough him up," Will says, attempting to whisper but angry about the spiritual interference. "You may want to take up that tactic but this is my body. Leave me!" With that Cicero disappeared and Will was able to approach the baker without a problem. "I apologize for the interference. So maybe we should visit this Kel person. There has to be a thread to pull here and I want to do something before Cicero comes back and attempts another coup. " (Diplomacy: 22, Intimidate: 13)
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Friday March 3rd, 2017 5:58:31 PM
"Do we still want to check in with our benefactor today?" Dušan asks the group not wanting to say Boggs or Crescent Moon any more than necessary, "Either way, I'd like to feed the rumor mongers if we haven't lost too much time already."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Friday March 3rd, 2017 10:11:45 PM
Toston opines, "I think we should go pay a visit to our benefactor but we should also pay a visit to our favorite information broker. I also think we have a message to send on Dulmoth's behalf and either need to split up to arrange for Dulmoth's security or get him to an actual safe house while we run our errands."
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Sunday March 5th, 2017 4:44:12 PM
Lornak doesn't like the open talk about Boggs with a stranger in the room. He uncomfortably shifts in his chair. He knows that the CMTC's safehouses are currently at capacity so he is not keen on the idea of trying to find space for the baker. Besides, he has a feeling that a man in "the business" will have his own avenues to pursue to ensure his own safety.
"Well, Mr. Dulmoth..." Lornak leaves his chair, punctuating his movement to end the conversation. "...I kindly thank you for your honesty. Its not every day we receive due equity for our efforts."
He moves into the the open kitchen. "We have other issues that need attending. We will pass on a message on your behalf and then escort you to anywhere in the city you would find safe harbor." Lornak looks out the kitchen window. "But I am afraid you cannot stay here."
Dulmoth at Marsh House - DM Post Dan K Sunday March 5th, 2017 10:34:13 PM
The group discusses briefly what the next move or moves might be. Abel is a topic, though none openly mention him by name as well as getting to an information Broker to pass a message and perhaps squelch some rumors. Lornak stands and begins bringing the conversation to an end. Dulmoth is a man in the know and stands shortly after Lornak enters the kitchen. "I thank you all again and..." He pauses to retrieve a set of small coins from a pouch tucked to the inside of his waistband. "You have a friend in House Keys at Dulmoth's Bakery." He gives a small bow or nod perhaps to you and gives assurances that he can manage from here. "Kel is not going to over pursue things and House Knife will move on to other things in a few days."
If no one else has anything else, Dulmoth slips out and heads out.
Wilford brings up tracking down Kel as there may be more than they know.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Monday March 6th, 2017 10:11:35 AM
Toston says, "Welp we have tokens with the cloaks and the keys...maybe we should try to collect a full set ultimately and then call in our favors with all houses to try to forge peace between them?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Monday March 6th, 2017 1:28:24 PM
"Well, maybe we should let him be," Will said as he watched the baker leave. "We need to figure out why the Saqguin... Sagwin.. ugh.. why these people have caused so many problems lately. We could troll the outskirts of the city near the coast. I'm sure we could find some more incidents." Will offered.
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+10=14 ; Monday March 6th, 2017 6:39:34 PM
Lornak watches as the baker leaves Marsh House. He turns, leans against the counter top, crosses his arms and says; "I hope that man doesn't intend to betray us, he knows where we live now." He steals another glance outside. "We should report to Boggs. I don't like all this heat coming our way. Even though I believe this bit was circumstantial."
Lornak turns to Toston; "We have these markers, how do we call them in? Do we have to go to the respective house in person? Can messenger be sent? Is there a way to expedite contact when we are pressed for time?"
Before the group leaves to send the message and seek out Boggs, Lornak will duck into his alchemy closet and she how his Nitharit is doing. (Alchemy d20=14, 75 of target # 175)
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Monday March 6th, 2017 7:59:43 PM
"I vote to see Boggs," Hmerrin agrees before letting out a huge yawn. "Maybe in the morning?"
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) d20+11=13 ; Monday March 6th, 2017 8:01:03 PM
Dušan follows Lornak to the alchemy lab, where he attempts to help. Unfortunately he did not take a deep enough breath before entering and get's a little light headed from the fumes. He steps out before he does more harm than good. (Alchemy d20+10+1 Guidance=13)
He then returns to common room and awaits the others as they get ready to leave. Taking a seat in one of the comfy he chairs, he closes his eyes and allows the miasmas to pass from him.
Once Dulmoth has been shown out Var says "I'd vote for goin' t' see Three Bits first. Put it out there that Dulmoth ain't had nothing's to do with the Sahuagin. Squash that before it grows into anything bigger."
Ethani (Nellie) Monday March 6th, 2017 10:08:52 PM
Ethani frowns at Lornak's idea of the baker bringing trouble to their peaceful house. Silently she curses herself "I didn't even think about that possibility. Alemi, protect us from my ignorance. I have so much to learn about this strange city!"
Wondering if they need to post a night guard, Ethani brings it up. "I know I'm beat, but should we take turns at a watch...just in case somebody decides they don't like what we did tonight?"
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Monday March 6th, 2017 11:04:18 PM
Asteria is glad that the ordeal ended without conflict, but the idea that the baker may bring trouble worries her. "Maybe we should set up an area just to meet with or protect people? Then, we won't have to bring them here."
As for watch, Asteria agrees that it is necessary, but is neutral in which turn she gets. "Yeah, that seems smart. I'll take whatever turn nobody else wants."
Dulmoth at Marsh House - DM Post Dan K Monday March 6th, 2017 11:46:58 PM
The CMTC discuss their next move and have come up with a pair of options. The afternoon is well under way and so doing anything is probably best done in the morning. With the thought that Dulmoth now knows where the group lives and could bring trouble to their very door, a watch is set. The night passes without incident aside from the normal dog barking somewhere and an angry shout or two about the barking dog.
Morning comes, breakfast is had and the group has the two options they put forth yesterday. Report to Boggs, which several have voiced is a prudent move, or see Three Bits and squash any living rumor about Dulmoth and the Fish folk
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Tuesday March 7th, 2017 3:13:05 PM
Wil finishes his morning prayers and heads down to the common room. "You know I'm craving scorpion this morning. Should find some more or find other to take down and share." Wil smiles then adds. "I really think we should clear Dulmoth's name to avoid any sort of revenge plot still brewing on the man. We can then run into Boggs. I really want to dig into why they attacked in the first place, those fish men, that is."
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Tuesday March 7th, 2017 6:26:20 PM
Hmerrin rises and grabs whatever food is available, as usual.
The lad shrugs at Wil's comment, and brushes his hair from his eyes. "Works for me," he agrees. "Let's get going, then."
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Tuesday March 7th, 2017 6:30:29 PM
Dušan joins the company for breakfast. "Dulmoth could get help from his house. I'd like to know why there are so many rumors following Crescent Moon when we haven't labeled ourselves until just now."
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Tuesday March 7th, 2017 7:15:08 PM
"I believe we have little to fear in this instance. Besides, we will be in our new place of residence soon." Lornak says to Ethani to waylay her fears. "A watch will be set, however." Lornak heads to his room.
Lornak wakes to the familiar sounds of Vin playing with her hourglass. He takes particular note of the sense of serenity the chime creates as its gently echoes through the room. He rarely has the time to enjoy it but makes sure to do so on his watch. After his watch concludes he returns to his room and decides its a good day to bring Vin along with him. He opens the window and greets her. He then slides his hand up under her feet, careful of her talons and eases her up onto his shoulder. As he walks out into the great room he feeds her morsels.
Lornak agrees that a trip to Three Bits is the first order of business, especially since it should have been done yesterday. "A conversation with Three Bits seems prudent." Lornak looks up at Vin and smiles at the fact that she's eating already. "Perhaps a light breakfast on the way?"
Lorank looks at Dusan." I see you worked your magic last night. Thank you for not blowing the Nitharit up." Lornak says smiling. "I'm sure Boggs can shine a light on the rumors."
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Tuesday March 7th, 2017 7:25:23 PM
Asteria pulls herself out of bed and prepares from the new day. After stretching and splashing water on her face to remove any trace of grogginess, she joins the rest of the group for breakfast.
Tuning into the conversation for a fraction of a second, she looks up from her meal. "I mean, I dunno if that baker guy will be the safest, but he does have his House. I'm with Dušan, we should check out us. Maybe we should hang around the market or wherever the gossip is. Then we can go see Boggs."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Tuesday March 7th, 2017 8:41:37 PM
Toston says, "As I said yesterday" pausing to take a bite of breakfast, "We should go see Three Bits before we see Boggs. We can have her spread the truth about Dulmoth and find out more information about Kel and Vash."
Ethani (Nellie) Tuesday March 7th, 2017 10:05:58 PM
Ethani tries to let Lornaks assurances sink in, but she still had lingering doubts. She wakes sheet a fitful night of tossing and turning. "If you would like, I can see if I can spend a little time undersea and see if I can find some Merfolk to reach out to in order to find out me about the conflict. Though honestly, the fight between the undersea kingdom's and the Sahuagin is about as old as time. "
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Tuesday March 7th, 2017 10:20:30 PM
"Sounds like a plan t' me." Var says, wrapping up a biscuit in a handkerchief. He puts the treat in an easily reached pocket in case they run into any strays in the day's adventures. "Ready when you folk are." Var says.
Three Bits - DM Post Dan K Wednesday March 8th, 2017 4:13:25 PM
The group talks a bit over breakfast and decides the order of things should be Three Bits and then Boggs. Ethani mentions perhaps going into the sea looking for Merfolk and trying that route.
The group heads out and arrives just outside of the shop? where Three Bits usually is found. The city is in usual form, crowded, people keeping to themselves and just on the edge of everything, someone dangerous lurks in a shadow to prey upon the weak or foolish.
You enter, stepping from the bright noon day sun and into the dankly lit smoke and incense filled room. Curio's and collectible things adorn the walls and sit in scattered organization upon several round tables in the middle of the room. A thin wiry man smokes a cigar and casually looks up at your entrance. He quickly resumes reading a book in his hand. At a small table in the corner sits Three Bits, she is currently tinkering with some small object resembling a clock. She looks up and smiles as she recognizes who has just come through her door.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Wednesday March 8th, 2017 7:11:23 PM
As they leave the house, Dušan asks, "Are we ready to take the brunt of these rumors? I'd like to put out that The Tide has been in front of keeping the Sahaguin at bay... er sorry Ethani, no direspect."
As Dušan sees Three Bits he returns the smile, "Hello. How'd you like to make some money today?"
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Wednesday March 8th, 2017 8:35:09 PM
Lornak makes sure to pull his hood down to shield his eyes from the noon day sun as he walks through the crowds. Perched on his shoulder Vin makes sounds here and there. He wonders if she's hunted enough since he hasn't had the time to take her out. A thought occurs to him. He doesn't believe the ladies in the group have ever seen his pet. "I've just realized. I don't believe you two have met Vin here." He says to Ethani and Asteria. "She is strong. I believe you may find some things in common."
As he enters the Curio shop he leaves the talking to the others. He has never dealt with Three Bits before.
Ethani (Nellie) Wednesday March 8th, 2017 9:37:16 PM
Ethani smiles at Lornak. "She's beautiful! I would love to see her fly sometime!"
As they enter the rumor monger's place, Ethani watches in interest, having no idea what to expect.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+10=13 ; d20+7=13 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2017 9:54:17 PM
Var does his usual ritual of keeping one eye behind them to watch for tails, (Perception: 13) but he's mostly distracted by the various dogs he sees out on the streets.
Var smiles absently at Dusan's comment "Never been so ready for somethin."
Once in the curio shop, Var gives the wiry man a quick look (Sense motive:13) before moving on to brows thru all the wonderous knick-knacks.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 d20+14=15 ; d20+7=14 ; Wednesday March 8th, 2017 10:41:21 PM
Toston says, "Good morning Three Bits. I hope today's business is as profitable to both you and us as our last bit of business was. We come bearing truthful information concerning the Sahuagin that we would like spread and we also would like to purchase some information concerning 2 Wolves named Kel and Vash."
Toston takes in the shop and it's occupants (Perception: 15, Sense Motive: 14)
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Wednesday March 8th, 2017 11:52:00 PM
(OOC - This is what Vin looks like: http://www.owlpages.com/owls/species.php?s=1830)
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+10=20 ; d20+12=20 ; Thursday March 9th, 2017 11:35:39 AM
Wil spies the shadows suspiciously now cursed with this new ability to see them. "Cicero, is becoming quite a problem," someone says from behind him. Will turns around only to see no one. He does eventually recognize the voice as his mother. (Perception: 20) (Diplomacy: 20) "I haven't heard from you in a while mother," he says quietly. "I'm sorry, love." "What do you know about the rogue spirit?" he asks. "I'm not a librarian, my boy. I can't just look into the history of a spirit but this may all be in your head too. You are the only one hearing us." "That's so not helpful," Will said with a frown. Will steps up to Three Bits with the others. "Mrs. Bits, how are we today? Do you know a thing about this Sahuagin invasion we fought off the other day?"
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Thursday March 9th, 2017 12:12:20 PM
Like Lornak, Hmerrin leaves the conversing to others. He instead more or less wanders around the curio shop, waiting for business to complete.
Three Bits - DM Post Dan K Thursday March 9th, 2017 5:33:55 PM
Dusan returns the smile of Three Bits and her face brightens at the mention of making money Lornak, having never met Three Bits, decides to lay low on this at the moment Ethani too, watches with interest on what will happen next Var does not suspect The Tide was tailed. Entering the shop he looks the knick knacks. Sense Motive requires at least a minute of interaction Toston greets Three Bits and presents the basics of the reason behind their visit. A shrewd look to the only other occupant in the Curio shop, and Toston is pretty sure the thin wiry man is not a customer. He is paying much more attention to you and your friends, than his book or cigar. Wil politely says hello, notices the same thing about the other man as Toston and asks Three Bits if she knows anything about the Sahuaguin invasion Hmerrin keeps a low profile as well, wadering about the small shop
Three Bits smiles and sets the clock like object aside, "If it isn't The Tide", she says shrewdly. "Toston, Dusan, Wil. Please pull up a chair" her right hand makes a slightly inviting twirl like motion. There are several empty chairs about the area and you can easily grab one and have a seat at her table
As you sit, you get a slightly better look at the clock, it appears to be some sort of mechanical crab without pinchers. Three Bits slides it aside, "Well it is nice to see you again and I am almost always interested in making some extra coin. I have heard about the incident the other night. Hard to have not, though I would not use such a phrase as invasion. What is it you would like to know and have known and what kind of coin are you thinking of leaving behind?"
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Thursday March 9th, 2017 9:23:08 PM
After a brief look around the shop Var lazily reclines into one of the provided chairs. "Th' kinda coin that spends." Var says, coming out more glibly than he meant it.
Ethani (Nellie) Thursday March 9th, 2017 9:24:35 PM
The wheels turning in her brain, Ethani is barely able to mask a frown. For here, in this city, her new home, truth is but a product of coin. How on earth could she possibly hope to teach these people about Alemi's love when they do not even grasp such basic concepts as truth and justice?
She instinctively draws closer to Lornak, hoping that like always, his mere presence will drive away her fretful rights.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Thursday March 9th, 2017 10:07:35 PM
"It's good to see our name is getting out there." Dušan responds, "I'm still a little disappointed that others are getting credited for our hard work. How much would it cost to make it known everywhere that The Tide are responsible for pushing back the Sahuaguin and not any other organizations."
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Thursday March 9th, 2017 10:10:13 PM
Lornak is about to take up a chair when he notices Ethani slowly gravitate toward him. He leans up against the wall behind him and holds his position so if she wishes to settle closer she can.
He listens to Three Bits as she speaks and is confident the trio will handle the conversation. He takes a cue from Var and reiterates the groups intentions. He feeds a morsel of meat to Vin and says confidently; "Indeed."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 d20+7=20 ; Friday March 10th, 2017 2:37:30 AM
"Well," said Toston, "How much information do you have about Kel and Vash? I think the coin we leave for that request depends on the volume of info you have on them"
"As for the other matter, We need to get it out there that Dulmoth is innocent with regards to rumors that he was aiding and abetting the Sahuagin. That was the whole reason we had the interaction with the Wolves at Dulmoth in the first place. What is the going rate for that service?"
He pays attention to her body language as she gives him her prices trying to figure out if she is trying to rip them off (Sense Motive: 20) in preparation for haggling with the information broker.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+10=17 ; d20+6=22 ; d20+12=25 ; Friday March 10th, 2017 9:48:35 AM
(Perception: 17; Sense Motive: 22; Intimidation: 25) Wil stands up abruptly, potentially knocking over any chair near him. "Hey, buddy," he begins. His accent changing from calm and barely audible to loud and brash. "You have a problem with us. We are The Tide. What do you know?" He then walks over to the wiry gentleman staring at the group and is ready for a fight.
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str d20=10 ; Friday March 10th, 2017 2:44:59 PM
Hmerrin moseys about the shop, with the general idea of keeping a watch on doors and such.
But, there are just so many interesting things on the shelves. He picks up a glass bottle with an entire boat inside it. Now, how in the Wold did they manage that? [Perception 12]
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Sunday March 12th, 2017 2:46:00 PM
Toston waits for Three Bits to give the group a quote on the price of the services that they seek.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Sunday March 12th, 2017 6:31:46 PM
With business said, Dušan sits and waits for Three Bits response.
Three Bits - DM Post Dan K Sunday March 12th, 2017 9:20:18 PM
Three Bits arches an eyebrow as she listens and nods her head, conveying her understanding of what is being asked of her. She has a couple words first, "Nothing can be made to be known everywhere, but I can and will assist in enhancing your reputation. I would like to point out that my information did not put you at the docks alone. There were others with you in that battle. Or at least so I have heard." She smiles, "I will however do so if you like. On the matter of this baker. Dulmoth you said? I will set what can be set in the matter. I deal in information as you know and whether or not the information known is acted upon or believed is not in my power." She is about to continue well Wil suddenly stands and flips his chair from behind him.
The thin man is on his feet in response, feet apart and ready to act. A raven, unnoticed until now, in the rafters, caws loudly several times and Three Bits leans back and away from Wil
Three Bits composes herself quickly and addresses Dusan and Toston. "What is the meaning of this?" She states a bit loudly. She then glares at Wilford, "If you wish to spread the information that The Tide are ruffians and untrustworthy thugs who use intimidation and threats upon whomever they wish, Then you are well on the right path!" She spits with venomous accusation at Wilford continuing now for all, "This is my place of business and my company or clientele and you will not treat them in any such manner." Her hands slams upon the table for emphasis
She clams slightly, but her tone remains distinctively unfriendly, "I believe our business is done."
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+8=24 ; Monday March 13th, 2017 12:15:20 AM
Lornak gently places his hand on Ethani's shoulder to move past her. As he does he disappointingly sighs at Wil's outburst and rolls his eyes. He then slowly walks up behind will and puts a hand on his shoulder to make him back off. "Forgive the man's outburst; "Lornak says to Three Bits. "He is plagued by demons that often control his faculties." (Diplomacy d20=24)
"Good day." He then shuffles out the door with Wil in tow, Hopefully.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Monday March 13th, 2017 2:53:45 PM
Dušan thanks Lornak and pats him on the shoulder casting Touch of Glory. (+6 to Charisma check, Lornaks Diplomacy = 30)
"Please forgive this interruption. I'm sure we can conclude our business today and bother your customers no further."
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Monday March 13th, 2017 4:20:04 PM
Wil's face turns red but it's really unclear if he is angry or embarrassed. His posture was stiff and fearsome but his shoulders droop and he apologizes three times. After the apologizes he leaves the establishment. As soon as he leaves the building he finds a dark alley and begins to argue with himself. The volume of the argument exceeds any prior to this. "How dare you, step in on my behalf..." "...Three Bits is a valuable asset within Dirt City. You have succeed to endanger me and The Tide. I expel... What!" After the conversation Will reappears and stands with Lornak. "I am so sorry, my friend. Cicero has been removed from my conscience. It turns out he was trouble in life, also. No one stood up to him like I had. It was enough to have him return to the Shadowlands. Fingers-crossed Rebecca will be more respectful." Will closed his eyes and meditated while standing.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Monday March 13th, 2017 9:05:14 PM
Var doesn't react to Will's outburst, having become so used to his 'episodes' that it no longer phases him.
Three Bits - DM Post Dan K Monday March 13th, 2017 9:29:26 PM
The woman nods at Lornak's explanation and looks over to the thin man, who is slowly trying to collect himself as well. Dusan adds his apology to Lornak's along with some magical aid and it is apparent that it certainly helped. Three Bits does not appear to be interested in continuing anything further this day though. The party soon gathers just outside and Three Bits follows to close the door to her shop.
It is mid morning
Ethani (Nellie) Monday March 13th, 2017 10:08:00 PM
Ethani tags along silently, not really sure what just happened.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Monday March 13th, 2017 10:26:03 PM
Asteria shakes her head, having spaced out for the last minute or so. Deciding that she has not missed anything important, she moves on. "Where to next?"
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Tuesday March 14th, 2017 12:22:02 AM
Toston also offers an apology to Three Bits saying, "That boy ain't right." pointing at Wil on his way out the door.
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Tuesday March 14th, 2017 6:39:17 PM
Lornak is furious, a feeling that is only exacerbated by the morning sun. He yanks down his hood to cover his burning eyes. "Confound him! We have enough enemies as it is. He thinks to himself as he steps out into the street and looks around to find Wil. "To make more among friends..." He is about to rush Wil and vent his fury at the man's outburst but notices him trying to keep his composure. He stops short. It cannot be helped... Thoughts about roles and reminding flood his mind. He focuses on his breathing and turns away.
He tries also to calm himself as he waits for the party to make its way to its next task.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Tuesday March 14th, 2017 8:38:07 PM
Wil feels the others gaze upon him and struggles to focus. He removes all instances of Cicero. "We should search the docks for info," with that he goes quiet again.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Tuesday March 14th, 2017 9:28:08 PM
"I think we should get to our benefactor. It's too late to firmly separate our name form theirs and we've never had chance to see well our efforts against Sahuagin went." Dušan mentions. "At least I didn't spend any money. It's probably too late stop the rumors anyways."
Dušan begins to brood, but realizes that won't help anything. He looks around to his friends trying to appear optimistic and awaits to hear what they want to do.
Ethani (Nellie) Tuesday March 14th, 2017 9:33:35 PM
Having never seen Lornak angry before, Ethani is taken aback. She distances herself a bit from the group, not quite sure yet how to respond. Finding Asteria again, she wonders out loud. "Do you think I should try and find some Merfolk to find out how extensive thus is
Abel Boggs - DM Post Dan K Tuesday March 14th, 2017 9:58:50 PM
The group collects themselves just outside and heads to see Boggs. Rumors will be what they will be and The Tide will cope, adapt and overcome as heroes are want to do. Ethani mentions going to search for merfolk, but the proposition does have challenges. How to breathe underwater? Where to search? How not to be killed by going into an escalating war zone between the Merfolk and Sahauguin, neither of whom are on friendly terms with the group or humans in general
Our heroes arrive and sit down with Boggs for an slightly early lunch. Fish with a lemon zest, bread and cheese with a light wine. "Sit, Have a plate and good day to you. Though if I'm reading you right, something is a bit off with you." Abel pauses and waits for one of you to take the lead
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Tuesday March 14th, 2017 10:39:03 PM
Asteria takes on a lax stance as she looks around. Glancing to Ethani, she shrugs. "If you want to. Do you need me to come with? Because, I can come with. I mean, not really, but I can watch from afar."
With Boggs, Asteria eagerly takes a seat and begins eating ravenously after saying a quick thanks. "Thanks for the food!"
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Tuesday March 14th, 2017 11:00:13 PM
Var gives Three-Bits an apologetic shrug and shuffles out of the curio shop with the rest of the group. Stuffing his hands into his pockets Var kicks at the dirt. "'ows about you an' I hang back next time the talkers need t' do some talkin'?" He says to Will. "We can practice that at there's docks, if'y'like."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Tuesday March 14th, 2017 11:12:38 PM
Toston grabs a plate and starts putting food on it, he then informs Boggs of their encounter with the children which led to the encounter with the Wolves at Dulmoths, how the team resolved the situation non-violently and escorted Dulmoth to Marsh House. He then tells Boggs about how Dulmoth has ties to the keys and the team has now acquired a second set of house markers. He finishes up by telling the man about their trip to Three Bits and how the haggling the team was working on to facilitate the buying and spreading of information was disrupted by Wil's outburst. "Is there anything we can do to fix Wil?" Toston asks Boggs, "This is the first time one of his outbursts actually impacted something we were trying to do and we could have damaged our reputation in the city considering Three Bits is an information broker."
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Wednesday March 15th, 2017 3:09:06 PM
Dušan settles in ready to fill the void of disappointment with a nice meal, but listening to Toston recount their recent achievements he realizes they have actually done quite well and feels better before his second bite.
"I was troubled that the very night of the Sahuagin encounter, we were already hearing people putting the company there. I wanted to get rumors going the very next day, but we were obviously delayed. After this morning altercation, I'm afraid our names may be forever tied to the company. Three days is probably way too many to stifle word of mouth."
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Wednesday March 15th, 2017 5:13:03 PM
Hmerrin wordlessly helps himself to a plateful of food, and listens to his friends lay out the past few day's events to Boggs.
At Toston's comment about Wil, the lad coughs a bit, and has to concentrate on swallowing down a bite of cheese. "You all sure he wants to be 'fixed'?" he asks, while giving Wil a questioning look.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Wednesday March 15th, 2017 8:38:40 PM
Asteria shrugs at the conversation of Wil. "Nah, I think he's good the way he is. I mean, at least he doesn't get lonely."
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Wednesday March 15th, 2017 8:48:12 PM
Var takes a big swig of ale, and asks Boggs "Wolves 'ave been out on the streets causin' trouble, sure. Any word on what the Keys 'ave been up to that got the Wolves so worked up?"
Ethani (Nellie) Wednesday March 15th, 2017 10:38:59 PM
Ethani flashes back to another time. She had witnessed more than a few mental breakdowns during her service in the undersea army. And of course, there was mother...
Saddened by the idea that her new friend may be afflicted by a mental instability like her mother, Ethani decides she will wait until a more private time to offer her services to Will. Not that I was ever able to help Ashira much, but maybe it's because we were too close. Maybe I can reach Will...
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Wednesday March 15th, 2017 11:31:36 PM
Lornak picks up a plate and fills it scantily. He sits in silence and picks at his food after all of the pertinent questions are asked. He admires Ethani's beauty and wishes only to be on a plain along side her watching Vin fly freely.
Abel Boggs - DM Post Dan K Thursday March 16th, 2017 8:26:32 AM
Abel listens closely to the recounting offered by Toston and gives a more stern look towards Wil. "making enemies of an Information Broker like Three Bits is something you certainly need to avoid doing." he says sternly. His face relaxes a bit and he adds the following, "Though I don't think you've done that yet. Sounds more like she was making sure you knew the place of things. I think it sounds like you are doing a mighty fine job thus far. Bound to be a bump here and there. Don't let it define you and certainly make sure you learn not to repeat them if you can."
He turns to regard Wil more fully, "As for fixing Mr Grimly, You first need to discover if that is what he and your team want and then find out what it actually is that causes his, er, episodes. If he is simply off his nut I don't know if there is something to do. "
"New friends with House Keys is always nice. Not sure if you have put this together, but not everyone affiliated with the same House are best friends."
"Far as the company rumor and the incident at the docks...not all rumors are equal and the frequency and consistency of a rumor pulls a lot of weight. Keep taking credit and let the rest simply fall away."
Var asks about House Wolf and Keys in conflict and that the Wolves are being a bit pushy. Abel agrees, he has nothing to point to a root cause, but has a few balls in the air on that. Abel adds that it is not only House Wolf. House Teeth has stepped up their physicality in about everything and there have been several other incidents as you described across the city.
"More than one House seems to be very much on edge. Any thoughts on why"
Abel listens to everything the party has to say to his question and then advises the group to continue doing what they have been. Get out, be seen, talk to people and step in if you can prevent the good people of Dirt City from getting hurt.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Thursday March 16th, 2017 1:09:45 PM
Wil continues to be a bit distant, mumbling and searching for shadows, for what seems like a day. To Var, he finally responds. "Oi, that outburst was unacceptable. I allowed the spirit far too much freedom to manipulate my body. I take full responsibility for my actions but I am one of the best diplomats in the group, last incident excluded." "As far as fix'n me," Will adds to everyone. "This is a burden that has been handed to me from my family. I seriously though my father was insane but that has been cleared up knowing he was haunted like me. It's also clarifies why he may have been assassinated." He frowns at the memory of his father's death and the proceeding fall from the Dart family. "So back to Tide duties, having removed one spirit for bad behavior, I think we need to find an avenue to pursue here. What is the important thing here? Is the issue at the docks, Dirt City resolved... being Dirt City fusses over things a long time for the sake of fussing?" "Should we assume that the issue is going to burn itself out and we need to pursue something else?"
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Thursday March 16th, 2017 6:49:56 PM
Lornak listens idly to the conversation around him and ponders. He knows Wil cannot control what spirits speak to him, but to cut that ability off completely seems foolish. He breaks his silence trying not to sound crass; "Perhaps you can ask these spirits if they have seen anything concerning House Wolf or Teeth?" He then turns to the group. "What would compel this kind of behavior in the Houses? I am thinking something more direct than infighting,.." He trails off a bit searching for the right words; "...are they under a spell? Being compelled somehow...?"
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Thursday March 16th, 2017 7:29:35 PM
Hmerrin shrugs at Lornak's question.
"You ever tried to build a dam?" he asks. "Me an' my brothers spent a summer tryin' to dam off a creek. Water always found that one weak point, and leaked on through."
He looks up.
"I'm guessing that's what these Houses are up to. Docks attacked and everyone on edge have changed the way things lied. Now, they're looking for weak points."
The teen grabs a roll. "Fun part is gonna be figuring out who's gonna find it first."
"Since we seem to be a magnet for trouble, I say we wander over to the docks and see what finds us."
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Thursday March 16th, 2017 8:51:26 PM
"I don't mind starting some trouble." Dušan smiles at Hmerrin's suggestion.
"Besides the stress from the Sahuagin," Dušan adds, "there was the recent start of House Silver that probably didn't sit too well with the established Houses. Not to mention what we're doing has probably ruffled a few a feathers. Then there's always the chance that the wolves are preparing to back a new Prince, but that's pure speculation"
Ethani (Nellie) Thursday March 16th, 2017 9:31:52 PM
Folding her fingers into a tent, Ethani is deep in reflection, but about a different topic than the more than intricate political workings of Dirt City.
Will seemed convinced that he is not insane. That he actually had...what? The spirits of someone inside him?! It seemed improbable....impossible even. But if his is right, if someone could actually take residence inside one's mind and body, is it possible that Ashira was not unstable after all? Could it be that Ga'al actually spoke to her??
Her frown growing deeper, Ethani becomes truly concerned. And if Ga'al was actually inside his mother's mind somehow, then it could be entirely possible that he was searching her out as Ashira maintained.
No..impossible. It was obvious that despite his assertions, Will was insane. Ethani makes a mental note to pull him aside privately and begin some counseling sessions. Perhaps it wasn't too late to bring him around still...
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Thursday March 16th, 2017 10:15:01 PM
Toston says, "Look I'm the descendant of dragons and I wield magic on a regular basis. People are brought back from the dead sometimes by the grace of Gargul and the undead exist. I get that Wil has a connection to the spirits and if I could talk to my Grandfather Topip I would. I'm not saying that Wil has to cut off his connection to the spirit realm as they do seem to be useful on occasion but is there a way he could learn more control? We were making good progress with Three Bits and then we had a setback. Boggs doesn't think there is long term damage but next time maybe we won't be so lucky. Anyone know a medium Wil could train under or something?"
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Friday March 17th, 2017 12:25:07 AM
"Yeah, I mean, it's really not cool of your ghosty buddies to be taking over and stuff. I think you should have a stern talk with them. Tell them who's boss." Asteria says to Wil, shrugging.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+10=19 ; Friday March 17th, 2017 3:15:59 PM
Wil laughs, a short, quiet burst. He then pulls his hood down and adjusts the braid attached to the back of his head. "I am doing what I can but I am struck with the fact that every spirit has it's own personality. Cicero, was very strong willed and hard to handle at times. I struggled to figure out why he was trapped in this ether of shadows. I'm not sure how this works but it is a burden handed to me from my mother. I initially wished to remove this curse but with this amulet I have learned to use it as a weapon... but it comes with a cost, as everything does." "I so appreciate the concern and apologize for the outburst. I have excised Cicero. I cannot have the spirits running me." He said this loudly, but really didn't need too as the voices in his head murmured. "I have, once, received word from the spirits but for the most part they assist my fighting. Rebecca, has stepped in for Cicero but I also have my mother. Sounds funny, I know but mothers can be a gift and a curse) (Perception: 19 - To listen for any useful information from the spirits that may be helpful)
To the Docks - DM Post Dan K Friday March 17th, 2017 5:32:13 PM
there is some conversation about the Houses and if there perhaps is some larger controlling evil at work. Boggs doesn't think so. The near formation of House Silver, a non house group supplying weapons in an undersea war that might see Dirt City as a strategic point and the good deeds of interference of the party. Those are the ingredients to some jumpy and perhaps overzealous House groups, In Boggs' opinion
The matter of Wil's sanity is discussed as well. Abel offers that he has known a haunt and has heard more than one story of posession by spirits and magic even. He also agrees that Wil needs to get that under control and keep it.
"Go off like that in some meetings and people are going to die." He looks seriously at the young man, "It doesn't take much in this city to get to aggressive negotiations." Abel smiles a moment, "Funny thing that Hmerrin, I did that as a kid too."
Abel will support whatever moves you decide next. Being seen at the docks in and about the battle seems a fine idea to him.
Assuming the group has no reason to tarry, you are off to the docks, about 10 minutes walk
The docks are as you have seen them on many a day. The day is in full swing and the place is pretty busy with men and women hauling nets, crates, boxes, ice and fish and of course, there is a great deal of shouting by prices, offers, counteroffers and fees of all sorts.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Saturday March 18th, 2017 1:16:02 AM
Toston swings by Paul Fisher's boat to find out the latest happenings regarding what is going on at the docks.
"Hi Paul, How have things been here since the Sahuagin attack?" The gnome asks
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+11=18 ; Sunday March 19th, 2017 5:43:14 PM
With all of the conflict happening around the city, Lornak still cannot believe there isn't something at work behind the shadows. Then again, it could just be his age old defenses at play. Bogg's summation is a bitter pill but swallows it nonetheless. s
It is a comfort to Lornak that the city streets are bustling. He adjusts his hood to keep out the midday sun. Noticing Ethani is kind of introverted he asks for her to stop and watch. He stands still as the current of people flow around the them(and anyone else that is watching). He then gently unties the leather bond at the base of Vin's feet and lifts the hood covering her head. Her eyes blink, adjusting to the light and she shakes her head. When she is ready, Lornak shoves her into the air with a throw of his forearm. A few of the townsfolk duck and dodge the rapid beating of Vin's wings as she they try to gain her air speed. They catch an updraft, and Vin flies into the sky. Slowly disappearing over the city. With a giddy grin on his face Lornak says: "She will spend the next few hours hunting. And when she's had her fill, she will return to me." Lornak stows the kit. "Or if I call."
When Lornak reaches the battle scene at the docks he looks for anything out of the ordinary or for something that will give the group a lead. (Perception d20=18)
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Sunday March 19th, 2017 7:41:47 PM
Dušan joins the others at the docks trying to stay out of the way of the hustle and bustle. He attempts to keep an eye out but realizes he doesn't exactly know what he's looking for. As Toston goes to question his contact, Dušan asks, "Anything specific we should keep a look out for?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Sunday March 19th, 2017 7:46:10 PM
Wil shakes off the controversy outwordly but internally he is a bit shaken. He walks slowly, head covered watching the residents and recalling his years on the street watching adventurers trying to tame the city. "Dirty grubbers..." he mutters.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+10=28 ; Sunday March 19th, 2017 9:21:58 PM
Var walks slowly and deliberately off to the side of the street, where he can take in the hustle & bustle of the city. Considering this area was besieged just a week or so ago, he's interested to see how quickly the city is able to recover. He also watches for others who are watching the crowd - Squads of Knives, Wolves or Teeth. (Perception: 28)
Ethani (Nellie) d20+2=7 ; Sunday March 19th, 2017 10:07:07 PM
Ethani claps in delight at Vins takeoff. Cozing up to Lornak, she relishes the closeness before getting back to work. She keeps her eyes peeled, but she's not really sure what she's watching for. Not for the first time, she thinks just how strange this city is. Perception=7.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Sunday March 19th, 2017 10:31:46 PM
"Are we just looking for some fishy behavior? Ha... Fishy. Get it? Yeah, still got it." Asteria looks around the docks, admiring how quickly it was able to come back from the attack.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Monday March 20th, 2017 7:30:33 PM
Dušan begins to whistle a song he heard some of the dockers singing to help the work go smoother. A jaunty little ear worm that he was certain he had heard before but could not remember the name. He was unfortunately equally certain he would continue to whistle it for the next few days until he could get it out of his head.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Monday March 20th, 2017 8:12:23 PM
Var attempts to stifle a laugh at Asteria's "Fishy Behavior" comment. His cheeks puff out and his face reddens, as he tries to pass it off as a sudden coughing fit.
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str d20+2=6 ; Monday March 20th, 2017 8:25:12 PM
"Nice," Hmerrin replies to Asteria with a grin. "Course, the docks of Dirt City might be the fishiest place in the Wold, so let's get our stink on! I'll be the bait, watch my back please."
Hmerrin wades into the sea of humanity, after checking to make sure his gear is tied down pretty good. The lad hasn't really been at the docks without something trying to kill him, so he clomps up to a stall or three to check things out.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Monday March 20th, 2017 10:25:43 PM
Toston laughs at his companions jokes & waits to hear what Paul Fisher has to say regarding the latest scuttlebutt.
Ethani (Nellie) Monday March 20th, 2017 10:40:58 PM
Stifling a snicker at Asteria's comment, Ethani gently smacks the barbarian on the back of the head. "THAT'S NOT funny! Get your mind in the right place Sis!"
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+11=20 ; Monday March 20th, 2017 11:30:55 PM
Lornak grins Hmerrin's attitude and the slight Ethani seems to take from Asteria about being fishy. He doesn't openly chuckle when he remembers a certain trident... However, he is very glad to see the group finding this level of joviality. "Oh, I don't know. There's nothing wrong with poking a little fun." He says.
Continuing his reconnoiter of the scene(Perception d20=20), he watches the seagulls as they gorge themselves on what falls from the days catch. "Greedy knaves." He mumbles.
To the Docks - DM Post Dan K d20+10=16 ; Tuesday March 21st, 2017 8:04:21 AM
Toston moves with the flowing crowd to arrive where his contact 'Paul', usually has a stand and he finds the man in mid haggle over some rather large tentacles. "Not only do I think your ship did not fight off a giant squid, I most certainly don't believe that you dealt the killing blow! You find it floating, birds picking at the corpse and now want me to think it's fresh?! Bah! Away with you." Paul glances over at Toston, "I've got real business to conduct with upstanding merchants ya pirate". The other man knows he's been called and simply hoists the wheelbarrow and moves on. Paul gives you a smile and extends his left hand "How she going eh? I would say other than seeing the Knives about more often, it's been pretty normal. Some have not come back, but better for me for that. I took both stalls to the left and right." Paul elaborates on the Knives, House has been a bit more obvious with its presence, making the plebs feel safe right? The man asks about Toston and your friends.
The others mostly try and stay out of the bustling crowds, which is relatively easy to do. While busy, now that you are settled into the scene, you realize it is only about 2/3rds what it used to be. You are able to spy 2 seperate groups from House Knife. Both are moving with the flow of traffic in opposite directions and seem to be here to be noticed. They are looking about, but not really looking about.
Var spots a trio of men doing the same apparent thing the party is doing from about 50 meters away on the warehouse side of the pier. He can't tell a specific House, but they are definately searching purposely with their eyes
Hmerrin heads into the thick of it after double checking his belongings can't easily escape of their own accord. He gets a jostle here, a bump there, but none seem on purpose.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+7=13 ; Tuesday March 21st, 2017 1:27:12 PM
"So little new information here but the city is definitely uncomfortable right now," Wil says. (Perception: 13) "The shadows are not too helpful. Sure they are upset over my handling of Cicero. I am not seeing much either." "So where too next?"
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Tuesday March 21st, 2017 5:54:51 PM
As long as he's out here being obvious, Hmerrin decides to see if anyone is selling some exotic wood he could possibly make a chair or table or something out of.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+8=24 ; Tuesday March 21st, 2017 6:54:45 PM
Var surreptitiously points to the trio of watchers on the other side of the warehouse. "Looks like we got ourselves a couple o' concerned citizens. 'Might be that we go introduce ourselves?" Var says to Lornak.
Var steps away from where he was people-watching, and slips into the current of foot traffic (Stealth: 24 to blend into the crowd). Navigating through the crowd, Var attempts to place himself at the far end of the group of watchers, to stop any potential runners.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Tuesday March 21st, 2017 7:39:20 PM
Dušan looks to where Var gestures and casts Detect Magic in that direction hoping the group is just curious and not prepping any dangerous magic. He then moves closer to Hmerrin after making sure his own gear is secured. He doesn't like his friend being separated even if he knows Hmerrin can handle himself.
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+5=9 ; d20+9=27 ; Tuesday March 21st, 2017 7:41:42 PM
Lornak is busy looking around when Var speaks to him directly. Their shared hunter training tells him immediately what Var is suggesting. He stands up and places his fingers to his lips and blows a series of whistles of varying pitches and then stands there for a second, listening. When he hears Vin's screech in the distance he raises his arm above the crowd and makes a hand gesture. (Handle Animal D20=9) The bird soars overhead and does not exactly hover over the prey he indicated to her but watches as she flies in a wide circle around the warehouse area. "Still a rough around the edges." He says. "Hopefully its enough to know where they go if they move."
Lornak then blends into the crowd(Stealth d20=27) and moves parallel with him as he approaches the "concerned citizens" making sure to put them between himself and Var
DM EDIT. Handle animal allows you to get Vin to perform a trick you have taught him. Going forward, please include the trick. Also if Vin is designated role play, and therefore off limits to enemy attack, using him to mark opponent positions violates that designation.
Ethani (Nellie) Tuesday March 21st, 2017 9:57:42 PM
Disconcerted as Lornak disappears, Ethani does her best to try and inconspicuously "shop" while she tries to figure out what the others are up to.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Tuesday March 21st, 2017 10:17:23 PM
"OW! You said fish jokes were fine! I think..." Not exactly as hurt by the action as she let on, Asteria pouts.
Looking towards the suspicious other party, Asteria hangs close to Ethani. Stealth would be useless for her, so she attempts to stay close enough to support her team, but far enough away to not seem suspicious
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 d20+15=35 ; d20+14=24 ; d20+7=17 ; Tuesday March 21st, 2017 11:23:31 PM
"Yeah, I mean it seems like both the Wolves and the Knives have been on high alert lately from our own personal experience of late." Toston says to Paul, "If anything out of the ordinary happens, don't hesitate to send a runner to Marsh House."
The gnome then goes to catch up to Lornak, Var and the concerned citizens, also trying to blend in but observe the citizens for any oddness.
(Stealth: 35 = nat 20!; Perception: 24; Sense Motive: 17)
To the Docks - DM Post Dan K d20+13=19 ; d20+9=13 ; d20+15=22 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 8:20:49 AM
Hmerrin looks to do a bit of shopping and is able to home in on a hawker that claims to have exotic woods, "Gathered, not cut from the Culver itself!"
Toston leaves Paul, who assures him that if he needs to, he will send word to Marsh house. Toston, Lornak and Var, all slip into the crowds and work to varying positions about the men they noticed.
Dusan casts Detect Magic and gets feedback of magic in the area, though he knows it is not coming from the three men. they are still much too far for the spell. Detect magic is 60' cone. you must study an area to ascertain anything which is an action and generally obvious to anyone looking at you Dusan then doubles checks his own gear before following after Hmerrin.
Ethani goes the 'never mind me, just shopping' route like Hmerrin and hears a woman calling out rare giant shrimps from the coast of Rum
Asteria moves into the crowd to be able to support the team if the need arises
The three men do not appear to notice anyone coming their way and continue their own observations over the crowd. However before you are able to really get close, they shake hands and break off in separate directions
Toston was able to keep a good eye on their body language and mannerisms and does not believe they were up to any wrong doings. Well, Dirt City that is a relative and fluid opinion, likely a business deal that won't involve violence of any other grander plot
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+10=11 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 3:21:26 PM
"Ew.. rare shrimp." Wil veers over to the shrimp vendor to purchase some food for the house. He watches the area around him. (Perception: 11)
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 6:56:46 PM
Dušan misjudged the distance the distance to the group not that it mattered. He must have been confused which group Var was pointing at. With nothing too interesting catching his attention, Dušan stops Detecting Magic and starts whistling that annoying little song again. "Crap, I'm going to have to pay a bard to get that song out of my head. Find anything interesting Hmerrin?"
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+11=26 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 7:04:50 PM
Lornak is dumbfounded when nothing suspicious takes place with the three men. Disgruntled, he thinks to himself; "We are jumping at shadows..." He decides to tail one of the three men long enough to figure out what house they are a part of, if any... (Perception d20=26)
(OOC, Sorry! Its my first time using a pet. She is RP. I thought the distinction applied to actually being in combat.)
DM: That is what I thought and I wanted to set the expectation. This could have become a combat and so it is something to keep in mind.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+10=15 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 8:57:19 PM
Var puts his hands on his hips and harrumphs. He walks over to where the trio had been meeting and searches for anything that may have been dropped (Perception: 15)
The lad looks over to inspect the wood, but is distracted by Dusan. "Maybe," he replies to the blood witch.
And is distracted again by the sight of his companions moving to another position. The fighter glances about the stalls. "Looking for trouble usually works," he murmurs to Dusan. "Wonder if maybe we're just doomed to an average, ordinary day this time."
[Craft carpentry check to gauge type and quality of wood - 14]
Ethani (Nellie) d20+6=16 ; d20=11 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 9:47:51 PM
Grinning at the thought of a shrimp dinner, Ethani heads toward the salesperson. "Giant shrimp, you say? I'd like a look at your wears..."
As she examines the shrimp, Ethani engages in a bit of idle conversation "Rum, you say? I hope you didn't have any problems with those nasty sea critter thingies? Awful, just awful what happened to the docks."
As she converses, Ethani keeps a casual eye out for anything out of the ordinary. Perception-16, Diplomacy=11
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 10:18:15 PM
Asteria makes sure to stick with the group. She isn't really interested in the goods for sale, or even the three strange men, but she does want to keep an eye on her companions.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 d20+15=30 ; d20+14=33 ; d20+7=10 ; Wednesday March 22nd, 2017 11:21:24 PM
"The three men didn't appear to be up to no good from their mannerisms." Toston says to his companions, "so jumping at shadows appears to be an apt description."
Toston continues to stealthily observe and people watch.
(Perception: 30; Stealth: 33, Sense Motive: 10)
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+12=21 ; d20+10=17 ; Thursday March 23rd, 2017 1:10:47 PM
"What have you heard about those sea creatures?" Will begins a conversation with Ethani followed by a wink. "I heard they came aboard for nefarious reasons but no on knows why... this shrimp looks delicious." He then asks the vendor for a price on the shrimp. "I wonder who might know something about it, I'm just killer curious." Will hopes the ruse with prompt a conversation with the vendor. (Diplomacy: 21 - Perception: 17)
Shadows in the Dark - DM Post Dan K Thursday March 23rd, 2017 2:19:32 PM
Hmerrin gives the wares a look and the wood appears solid for certain, good quality. Is it from the famed Culver Wood? He does not know, and so the asking price of 5 gp for relatively small pieces is high. Distractions arise
Ethani engages in Giant Shrimp buying and finds the merchant amicable and partially connected to some independent smugglers, though he gives no names of vessels or their captains. She feels he is a good honest smuggler and black marketeer though and certainly thankful the docks were kept in as a good of condition as they were. "Whoever stepped in, I and most here are in debited to them"
Wilford joins in and asks about Sea Creatures and the price of the Shrimp which he finds is 5 silver a pound
Lornak, Var, Dusan and Toston all meet up about where the three men were standing. A look around, and there is nothing about that one of them might have dropped and it occurs to them that they may be jumping at shadows. Sometimes a door is just a closed door and not a magically trapped portal to the Shadow realm. Still, Lornak heads out to tail one of them
The day passes at and about the docks much as it has before the attack. There is always something new and interesting going on. Over the course of the afternoon the party hears of additional small fights and the common theme is arms dealing to Fish folk. It is very apparent by the end of the day that the issue was not settled with the group stopping the Dunkle's form dealing. Someone else is dealing weapons to the Sahauguin and House Wolf is being quite open as to their opinion on the matter
Lornak tails the man for about an hour. As the man heads into Wolf controlled territory and having already been gone for so long with nothing to report other than the man bought a bottle of wine and some cheese, Lornak returns to regroup.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Thursday March 23rd, 2017 4:41:28 PM
"we should get back together," Dušan mentions, "Call me paranoid, but I don't like being this split up."
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC25/13t/22ff, CMD 23)Brkskn, Bls Str Thursday March 23rd, 2017 6:20:31 PM
Hmerrin decides to pass on the wood.
A bit more meandering, and after a while, the youth is pretty much done with this whole shopping thing.
He nods at Dusan's remark. "Yeah, I think we're done here. Back to the house then."
Hmerrin heads back for home, waving at the others (sans Lornak) to follow along.
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 Thursday March 23rd, 2017 6:43:05 PM
"You're paranoid." Lornak says as he steps out of the crowd and joins the group. Now that the sun is going down, pulls back his hood and reveals his long red/purple strands. Vin is on his shoulder.
He looks around to make sure no one is prying. "It looks as though House Wolf is doing the same thing we are doing in tracking down these arms dealers. We can either keep making our presence known here at the docks and just hope we find the supplier before they do." He pauses. "Or, we find some other avenue to track the source." Lornak steals a glance at Ethani and Wil conversation. "Any ideas?"
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Thursday March 23rd, 2017 9:05:30 PM
Var Harrumphs again, and shoves his hands into his pockets. "Well..." Var says to Toston "What's left? City Below? Go knock on the Wolves front door?"
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Thursday March 23rd, 2017 11:08:02 PM
"I think I'm hungry. Hungry for a fight, that is!" After laughing at her own joke, she pauses for a moment to get serious. "But really, fighting is good but maybe trying not to beat up everyone in town is a good idea. So, maybe check out a few more places before we beat up the Wolves? Weren't those the jerks who tried to beat us up earlier? Or, am I getting the houses mixed up?"
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Friday March 24th, 2017 12:54:48 AM
"We need more information," Toston says, "It really is a shame our business with Three Bits was cut short. Dulmoth was a bust, we took care of what the Dunkel's were doing; I wonder who else could possibly stand to profit from arms trafficking with the Sahuagin. Would it potentially make sense to try to set a meet with Nightblade from House Dart? I mean I'm a little dubious of relying on the info from a particular house because we don't know if they are involved but we do have a history with them. Alternatively, anyone else know of any other information brokers? I don't think we should turn in our tokens with the Cloaks or the Teeth for this nor should we start attacking the Wolves for no good reason, but that is just my opinion."
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) Friday March 24th, 2017 11:39:57 PM
Wil buys two pounds of shimp and packs it away. "We could start asking around for some Saquin weapons? Did anyone keep a trident? Could try to sell it and find the vendors selling this stuff."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Saturday March 25th, 2017 4:34:35 PM
Toston says, "I dunno about using a trident as Sahuagin bait. Don't other people besides them use them? Seems like a potentially fruitless endeavor."
Nanny nanny boo boo - DM Post Dan K Saturday March 25th, 2017 4:39:53 PM
The group rallies up on docks and discusses next moves and share up information of what they do know and just as important, what they really don't know. Some side chatter about the dock area over the course of the day provided a couple bits of information. Rumor says there is another arms dealer with the sahauguin in the city. House Wolf does not like it and are aggressively hunting the culprits. Many of the dockside merchants are grateful to the currently unknown group that saved the docks.
With the sun calling out for the merchants to close up and for people to head home or out for dinner, the area about the docks begins to do just that. A loud voice from not too far away not only gets your attention, but that of everyone near you.
"Oi! The scruffy lot standing together holding hands!" The speaker is a large half orc in studded leather. His head is shaved and a large gold ring can be seen through is nose. He wears a long sword at his hip as does his 3 friends who are fanning out to his left. To the half orc's right are 2 more men. A human in chain armor with short dirty blonde hair and a feather earring, and another half orc in leather with a short sword at his side and a full faced leather mask of a smiling cherub halfling.
The general dockside population take several steps back and clear the path between the two groups. You stand 60' apart currently. "You're the girlie gnomes been stirring up trouble about ain't you?"
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+8=25 ; Saturday March 25th, 2017 7:07:13 PM
Lornak hears the loud voice of an orc and turns to listen, his warning bells going off. He is pretty sure the orc is addressing the group.
"By "trouble" do you mean the girly gnomes that saved the docks from the Sahuagin...?" Lornak retorts.
He gently pulls Vin down off his shoulder. If a confrontation is about to take place he wants to make sure she is out of harms way.
Lornak continues sarcastically; "...that would be us, yes." (Intimidate d20=25) "And you are?"
He then steals a glance at Asteria.
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC22/13t/19ff, CMD 21) Sunday March 26th, 2017 1:46:12 PM
"And where do we send your bodies?" Hmerrin adds, after Lornak is done.
The lad shifts position a touch, getting on line with Lornak and Asteria, and in front of the spellcasters.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Sunday March 26th, 2017 6:06:10 PM
"Scruffy I may be, but my hands are clearly at my side. So who the," a particularly large crow takes flight cawing and obscuring Dušan's indecorously chosen word, "are you so that we might not be so grievously mistaken."
In a mock whisper Dušan adds, "And I'd watch the gnome jokes. He'll teach you a thing about pain. Oh and the girlie jokes. She'll flat out knock you out"
Ethani (Nellie) Sunday March 26th, 2017 9:09:18 PM
Ethani lets out a deep sigh. So this is the way things were going to be. Pulling out her wand, she lightly taps Asteria next to her (Cast Barkskin). "Leave it to a bunch of meatheads to say something so witty. It's almost like some of us ARE girls."
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] d20+10=23 ; Sunday March 26th, 2017 9:23:16 PM
Asteria scoffs at the sound of confrontation. Glaring at the goons with daggers in her eyes, Asteria draws her axe. Her eyes never leave the one who called them out. "This girlie is 'bout carve you a new one."
Cracking her neck, she grins devilishly back to Ethani in thanks for the spell. "Does this mean I get to kill them?"
(Intimate- 23)
Nanny nanny boo boo - DM Post Melvin Pollack Monday March 27th, 2017 11:54:16 AM
Threats are made towards the group and Ethani and Asteria even draw their respective weapons. Questions are made as to who the orc group is.
"Hey, we's the guys that gonna clean up the...," the orc on the end began, then stopped. "We's gonna be the cleanup crew and.... hold on, what was this again? Ooh, was it something about monthly summoning bears?"
Another of the orcs slapped him. "Youse respect the line," she told him. "I ain't goin over this agin."
She shook her head, almost apologetically. "We're working on him.".
The bald orc held out his hands. "Hey, we's just the messenger for House Teeth. Youse gets involved in our business and find out it's the Dunkels, and hey, we's appreciate it. But youse still in our business, and we getting a lot tired of being the cleanup crew. Why don't you take those funny theories of yours and go home to knit something?"
The group can see some of the crowd straining to get a closer look, though none of them wish to be involved.
Many of the orcs begin to reach for their weapons as well.
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+6=19 ; Monday March 27th, 2017 4:02:27 PM
Lornak lets the information sink in: Muscle for House Teeth. Great. Well, Boggs wanted us to be seen at the docks. He thinks to himself as he notices onlookers craning their necks to watch what happens next. He then decides to play to the crowd. (Perform d20=19)
Lornak stands confidently and says; "I got this funny theory, you won't like what comes next!" He then swiftly crouches down a little to get his strength under his arm and then launches Vin off of his forearm. The birds mighty wings take to the sky and flapping sounds can be heard in the silence. Lornak then bellows; "The well-being of Dirt City IS our business!"
Dušan (Erik) [HP:37/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) d20+9=28 ; Monday March 27th, 2017 6:28:23 PM
"As long as we're still using our words, we have not intruded on any business but our own. We are The Tide," Dušan announces, "and anything that poses a threat to the good people of Dirt City is our business. We are more than happy to work with House Teeth and any other House or organization to this goal. If you don't want to be the clean up crew, join us in keeping Dirt City out of harms way in war that does not concern us." (Diplomacy D20+8+1 Guidance=28)
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC22/13t/19ff, CMD 21) Monday March 27th, 2017 7:02:42 PM
Hmerrin stands there, trying to work out which of the Teeth will be the biggest threat if this keeps going the way things tend to go.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+8=24 ; Monday March 27th, 2017 8:09:36 PM
The hair on Var's neck bristles as he feels the his ire build, he takes three steps towards the lead half-orc and launches into a tirade. "Now you listen here you wildflower-eatin', lace-wearin' crybabies! You don't mess with us. I've killed beasts twice your size that would have snapped you in half and sucked out your guts for breakfast. Y'ought to be kissin' the ground we walk on for makin' your pathetic, lives easy by doing your job for ya, so's you get more time to read your poetry and paint yer watercolors." (Intimidation: 24)
Ethani (Nellie) Monday March 27th, 2017 10:18:07 PM
Ethani's right eyebrow arches at the half orcs words. She guesses that there wasn't much muscle between his ears.
Shaking her head in confusion, she taps Var with her wand. Bull's Strength. "Soooo...you're saying it's bad for us to help the citizens of Dirty City. See...I just can't agree to that. "
She does, however, put a restraining hand on Asteria's shoulder. OOC: Should have been Bull's Strength last round.
Asteria Amarante (Genevieve) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] Monday March 27th, 2017 10:28:29 PM
Ethani's touch does help to sooth her, but Asteria can't help but add an insult into the fray. "Look, we don't want a fight. Well, I do, but it can wait for bigger fry than you. So why don't you go on back and sew something for your mommies." Under her breath, she shares a moment of congrats to her wittiness. "Got 'em."
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:24 Touch 18; FF 20 - CMD 18 d20+2=11 ; Monday March 27th, 2017 11:54:23 PM
Toston says, "Hey we are a diverse group here. I may be a gnome but I am a male and Asteria and Ethani are some of the toughest ladies that I know. So I don't know if you are trying to insult them or me but I would appreciate it if you showed some respect. We have done no harm to you and wish no one ill but if you insist on a fight you will be worse for the wear." (Diplomacy: 11)
Toston draws his wand of mage armor and uses it on himself.
Active effects: Mage Armor: +4 AC [1 hour] - 600 rounds
Diplomacy in Action - DM Post Melvin Pollack Tuesday March 28th, 2017 3:33:40 PM
Any chance Dusan had to smooth over tensions ended as half the team moved to insult, intimidate or show off to the house teeth members. Two of The Tide even began to buff, and House Teeth watched carefully as you did so.
The orcs aren't very good at hiding their recoil against Var's words. They clearly recognize the names that have been given. However, you can tell that this group has been spoiling for a fight for some time, and don't intend to back down. A couple of orcs even scan the crowd on occasion.
"Yo hoy," the wavy haired orc finally spoke as the orcs began to switch from swords to saps. "We still want to be doing dis diplomacylly. Lets just see how strong youse all are, teach youse some lessons, and you can go on your way after you give me Count Ugly's (Var's) tongue over there." Pointing to Asteria, "and three of her fingers. Not for anything weird."
The head orc nodded. "Dat's a good idea. In fact, whys not we give you super buff guys the first shot. Right after this magic trick of our own."
The human, which had spent this entire team staring at the ground muttering, spreads out his hands over the entire dock.
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Every member of The Tide has prayer cast on them. -1 to attack rolls, saves and skill checks
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) Tuesday March 28th, 2017 5:29:54 PM
Var points at the Head Orc and says to his hunting companions "That one there, Orc's noses is already usually mashed all t'bits. I betch'a 10 gil that ring would pop right out if you tugged on it." (All Allies within 30ft who can see or hear Var gain +1 attack & +1 damage against the Head Orc for 2 rounds; If you already have the Favored enemy: Humanoid(Orcs) benefit, this buff does not stack.)
Var points at his eyes, then points at the Head Orc and announces "This means I'm watching you." And moves back 15ft, so as not to be on the front lines.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:40/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) d100=21 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 6:51:32 PM
"Well, I tried..." Dušan let's out an exasperated sigh and casts Barkskin on Hmerrin.
(OOC: d100 = 21 Ley Roll, Spell is cast, Spell per day is spent. Total L1 4/0, L2 3/1, L3 3/1 50 rounds Barkskin on Hmerrin +2 enhancement bonus to existing natural armor bonus)
Tuesday March 28th, 2017 6:57:34 PM
"Will, maybe we should prepare for battle," Rebecca said. "I got you. It may be a good idea." To the group he says, "I'm feeling a bit weak. Maybe we should have a buff fight but I really don't have too many I want to use." "Let's pull up a beast Rebecca," he says to himself. "How about we add to our friends bird companion?" With that Wil summoned an Eagle. After the summon he readies his heavy crossbow
----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I - (used), Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness Lv2: Summon Monster II - D: Longstrider Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day 3 rnds http://paizo.com/pathfinderRPG/prd/bestiary/wolf.html#wolf
DM Note: Using this to make up for his missing post, this time.
Lornak HP:49/49 AC: 18(T:13/FF:10) CMD:19 d20+10=22 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 7:03:58 PM
Lornak sees that this is going to be a brawl and not a battle. He brandishes his whip. He then holds his ground to let the front line fighters get ahead of him.
He holds his attack action until one of the opponents is within 15 ft. When they are he will attempt to trip them: (Attack Action to Trip d20=22)
(OOC we are used to having an overhead map when in combat, just sayin)
DM Response: For a simple brawl such as this, with a small and uninteresting environment and all participants tightly clustered, I figured the map could be foregone. You shouldn't have too much trouble identifying or moving towards any particular target, as long as you are narratively clear and your movements sound reasonable for your character.
Toston Lotor(Hugh Crosmun) [HP:33/33; AC:28 Touch 18; FF 24 - CMD 18 Tuesday March 28th, 2017 8:35:00 PM
Toston casts shield on himself and moves to stand toe to toe with the rest of his companions hoping that he'll absorb some hits since he is very heavily protected.
"Well then if we are doing this, those teeth are going to need a dentist when we're through with them." Toston says.
Active effects: Mage Armor: +4 AC [1 hour] - 600 rounds Shield: +4 shield bonus; immunity to magic missile[2 min] - 20 rounds
Hmerrin(HP 61/61 AC22/13t/19ff, CMD 221) d20+8=15 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 10:06:51 PM
Hmerrin makes a face. Brawling is not really his specialty.
Nevertheless, the armored fighter steps forward 5', sets himself, and waits.
Wilford Grimly (HP:34/34; AC: 18; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 18) d20+12=13 ; d20=15 ; d4+3=6 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 2:27:50 PM
"Oh, darkness in the shadows. I can't shoot these fellas. I've already started one problem. I'm not going to start another. Rebecca, let's keep this airborne. " Will put the crossbow away and his amulet glowed. A shadow shimmered from beside the orcs. Will is hoping it becomes a bit intimidating but if that didn't do anything the Eagle swept down and clawed at one of the orcs. (Intimidate: 13) (Melee - Nonlethal- Hit: 15 - Dam: 6)
----- Spell List --- Orisons: Guidance x2, Virtue x2 Lv1: Summon Monster I - (used), Entropic Shield, Divine Favor x2 - D: Touch of Darkness Lv2: Summon Monster II - D: Longstrider Channel energy 2d6 Shadow amulet: SM2 1/day 3 rnds http://paizo.com/pathfinderRPG/prd/bestiary/elemental.html
Diplomacy in Action - DM Post Melvin Pollack Wednesday March 29th, 2017 7:06:04 PM
I'm going to give our remaining two players some more time before I post. I don't want to knock out their first moves.
Var (Tom I.) (HP:55 AC:17 T:13 FF:14 CMD:22) d20+9=12 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 8:49:32 PM
Var mentally kicks himself for once again forgetting to buy blunted arrows. (Ooc: and then Tom double checked the rules and realized he doesn't have the option to deal non-lethal damage with ranged weapons.). Instead Var will take his action fumbling with equipment. He shows his longbow and draws one of his short swords.
(Ignore the d20 roll)
Ethani (Nellie) Wednesday March 29th, 2017 10:48:42 PM Dirt City...I don't ever think I will get used to this weird place...
Unimpressed by the Bless spell, but not wanting to underestimate her foes, Ethani casts Sanctuary on herself. No use in getting her smile bashed in by a wayward fist, after all!
She then moved closer to Var and prepares to tap him with her Bull's Strength wand next round.
Asteria Amarante (sub Nellie) [HP: 51/51; AC: 22; Touch: 12; FF: 18; CMD: 20] , Bull's Strength, Rage, -1 from Bless d20+16=19 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 11:05:52 PM
"Heck yeah...here we go boys!"
Having been more than itching for a fight, Asteria flexes her newly enlarged muscles. "Alright you ugly mud suckers, show me what ya got!"
Using the flat of her blade, Asteria targets the loud mouth that insulted her before. AC 19...doubtful. DM please roll non lethal damage if that managed to hit.
Dušan (Erik) [HP:40/40; AC:13; Touch: 13; FF:10; CMD:15(17) Wednesday March 29th, 2017 11:26:20 PM
Dušan holds his breath in anticipation as the Teeth prepare.
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