Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+11=18 ; d4-1=0 ; d6=3 ; d20+4=19 ; d20+4=23 ; d20+4=20 ; d4+1=3 ; d2+1=3 ; d2+1=3 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 8:04:38 AM
I move (from Y24 to AA26), to prevent Zulok from escaping.
(boot to the head: d20+9+1(bless)+1(fang on 1st attack), and d4-1 damage+2(bull's strength)+1d6(fire/ice tears)+1(fang on 1st attack) Hit AC 18 for 1(+2)(+3)(+1) damage)
Squeaver moves around towards the other side (from X24 to X27), and attacks the drow warrior (at Y28).
Squeaver, AC 17, HP 8/18, Speed 50 (bite, claw, claw: d20+1+1(bless)+2(flank) for 1d4+1,1d2+1,1d2+1 Hit AC 19 for 3 damage, Hit AC 23 for 3 damage, and AC 20 for 3 damage)
Magic Fang: +1 to hit and damage for 1 attack; rounds remaining: 1 Bull's Strength: +4 Str, +2 damage; rounds remaining: 49 Bless: +1 to hit, +1 vs fear; rounds remaining: 52
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 20/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Tuesday March 28th, 2017 12:51:39 PM
Zulok should be well and truly dead after the last lance went in one side and out the other....
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 41/61 Character Sheet d20+12=14 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 12:59:42 PM
Atlas is inclined to hear what Eccy has to say. He also decides that these drow will make good story tellers if they make it out of here alive. However, he's not going to just stand around and hope that they stop poking him and the others. He heads around towards the stairs and one of the remaining drow. Once there he flexes his shoulders and arms a little, leans in with his sword and shield leading the way, and says in a very even yet dangerous voice, "Put down your weapons now or die like the rest of them."
They may not understand him, but his message should be clear even if they don't understand the words.
----------------------------------------------------------------------- Intimidate: 1d20+12=14 (hoping that the fact that we killed a small army of them carries more weight than my feeble attempt)
Enchantments
Bless Weapon: The weapon is treated as having a +1 enhancement bonus for the purpose of bypassing the DR of evil creatures or striking evil incorporeal creatures (though the spell doesn't grant an actual enhancement bonus). The weapon also becomes good-aligned, which means it can bypass the DR of certain creatures. (rounds remaining: 44)
Bulls Strength: +4 STR (rounds remaining: 45)
Shield of Faith Potion: AC + 2 (rounds remaining: 46)
Haste: Additional Attack if not moving, +1 attack bonus, +1 AC, +1 Reflex Save (rounds remaining: 49)
Blessed: +1 to hit +1 vs fear (rounds remaining: 50)
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Tuesday March 28th, 2017 2:45:56 PM
Leskni removes the gag from Ecyl's mouth, feeling very very irked for not noticing the gag before
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil, Power Attack, Mirror Image (2) Tuesday March 28th, 2017 3:46:19 PM
Beordir smiles to see Armand joining him. He looks at the drow warrior they threaten and counsels, "You can still live long with your mistake. Surrender now or die like your companions."
He takes a half step back to allow his opponent time to decide. His guard does not waver and he watches the drow closely wary of any treachery.
(OOC Free Action - speak Standard action - ready attack on attack or spellcasting Move Action - None)
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 43/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+7=16 ; d20+7=11 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 5:39:44 PM
Protection from Evil +2AC and +2 saves, 47 rounds Bless (50r on me), all allies +1 to hit +1 vs fear, 51 rounds. Daylight 60 minutes, range 60 (Daylight counters or dispels any darkness of equal or lower level)
Fortitude save 16 (20+7)
Armand shakes his head at Beordir. "So far none of them even appear to understand our language."
Armand attempts to swing at the Drow (to hit 11 = d20+7) but all he does is wave the hammer around ineffectively. He then calls out to the Drow, and speaks in Orc. "Gargul does not appear to want me to take your life, I suggest you surrender before that Paladin sticks his lance in you.
Shield of Faith on Leskni +3 AC 41 rounds duration Shield of Faith on 'Osul +3 AC 42 rounds duration Shield of Faith on Owen +3 AC 43 rounds duration Bulls Strength on Carver +4 strength, 44 rounds duration Bulls Strength on Atlas +4 strength, 45 rounds duration Bless Weapon on Atlas's sword, 46 rounds duration
not showing spells because all Armand has left is Silence, and all his channels.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 40/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Tuesday March 28th, 2017 5:40:19 PM
Forgot to adjust my hp. now corrected.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 3d4+3=14 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 9:19:51 PM
Owen waits to see what the drow will do next. He readies a few Magic Missiles to fling if they don't stand down. (14 force damage that doesn't miss if any drow doesn't surrender.)
DM Shane d20+11=29 ; d20+11=18 ; d6+1=4 ; d6+1=7 ; d20+6=8 ; d20+6=18 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+6=22 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+6=25 ; d20+6=9 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+2=7 ; d20+2=22 ; d20+2=8 ; d20+2=5 ; Tuesday March 28th, 2017 11:31:24 PM Mack: your punches alternately freeze and burn the dead flesh that used to be Zulok. squeever rips into the hapless drow with a vengeance.
Carver: and Leskni: you both work to get the gag off Eccy. her first words are "Not my men, House T'zzukah's men. .
Atlas: your attempt at intimidation is lost as the two drow are busy fighting for their lives with 4 angry ghosts and a rabid squirrel. (man, I've always wanted to say that!)
Armand: and Boerdir Apparently the Drow understands Orc, he drops his sword and puts his hands up.
Owen: it looks like the two near the stairs are too engaged to know how to surrender. and for what it's worth the Ghost don't look to keen on letting them surrender as well.
‘Osul:
Wailing ghostly cries of rage the ghosts converge on the two remaining drow, they fight valiantly! wounding two of the ghosts and even manage to avoid all but 4 of them as they attempt to fling themselves through the Drow. the 4 were enough, though, and their faces contort with horror at the ghastly touch of death that kills them.
Once the drow are dead, the ghosts freeze, then turn toward you.
Their color goes from a glowing blood red to the blueish white from before. Mya steps out. it is done she says in wonder [b]you have destroyed the power that the altar had over us. We are free! Free to seek the lands of rest! Thank you, Thank you ever so much, I wish I could repay you for the kindness you have shown. but I can feel the call now, we all can....good bye.
with that the girl's forms begin to fade and rise upward, dissipating to nothing before they reach the ceiling.
Zulok: Dead Eccy: 33 Damage Drow 1 Dead Drow 2 Dead Drow 3 Dead. Drow 4 Dead Drow 5 -Dead Drow 6 Dead. Drow 7 dead
Drow 8 Dead Drow 9 Dead Drow 10 Dead Drow 11 Dead Drow 12 Dead. Drow 13 Dead Drow 14 Dead Drow 15 surrendered. Drow 16 Dead Drow 17 Dead. Drow 18 Dead Drow 19 Dead Drow 20 dead Drow 21 Dead Drow 22 Dead. Drow 23 Dead.
'Osul-SmallFireElemental(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, Tuesday March 28th, 2017 11:54:36 PM
'Osul watches. The ghost sistren and Mya. Zulok and his remaining drow guard. Eclyndryl. He awaits the various responses to the questions put, but the fire elemental is not want to be patient.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 41/61 Character Sheet d20+16=32 ; d8+8=14 ; d20+13=23 ; d4+6=7 ; d20+15=18 ; d8+8=16 ; d20+20=35 ; d8+8=15 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 12:52:53 AM
Atlas shrugs and proceeds with trying to put the drow out of his misery. It's almost as if the drow was frozen in place, as every time Atlas strikes he easily breaks through his defenses. Blood flows freely now.
BAB Extra Attack - Longsword: 1d20+10+1(haste)+1(bless)+1(blessed weapon)+2(flanked)=18 Damage 1d8+8=16
Haste Extra Attack - Longsword: 1d20+15+1(haste)+1(blessed)+1(blessed weapon)+2(flanked)=35 Damage 1d8+8=15
Total Damage: 52
Enchantments
Bless Weapon: The weapon is treated as having a +1 enhancement bonus for the purpose of bypassing the DR of evil creatures or striking evil incorporeal creatures (though the spell doesn't grant an actual enhancement bonus). The weapon also becomes good-aligned, which means it can bypass the DR of certain creatures. (rounds remaining: 43)
Bulls Strength: +4 STR (rounds remaining: 44)
Shield of Faith Potion: AC + 2 (rounds remaining: 45)
Haste: Additional Attack if not moving, +1 attack bonus, +1 AC, +1 Reflex Save (rounds remaining: 48)
Blessed: +1 to hit +1 vs fear (rounds remaining: 49)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 41/61 Character Sheet Wednesday March 29th, 2017 12:56:48 AM
Atlas suddenly looks up after he realizes that he's hacking apart a dead body. "Hmm, sorry about that. I got caught up on the void."
-------------------------------------------------------- ooc: Sorry about that, I was so excited to attack again that I only looked at the map rather than reading the full post before posting myself.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday March 29th, 2017 6:43:24 AM
I walk over and calm Squeaver down, take a deep breath, and look around at the carnage.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil, Power Attack, Mirror Image (2) d20+4=19 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 9:00:35 AM
When the drow drops it's weapon, Beordir turns to look in time to see Mya's appreciation. In spite of her help, Beordir visibly relaxes once all the ghosts fade from view. With so many other dead drow, he looks away and focuses on the one left alive.
He pulls lacing from the drow's boot and binds his hands with, then slides him onver to lean against the wall. Now that the last threat has been neutralized, Beordir kneels to wipe off his blade on the clothes of one of the fallen before standing and walking over to the stairs.
He doesn't have a long history with the drow leader, so he leaves that to others. Instead, he listens carefully from the top of the stairs to determine if more threats are coming.
(OOC Perception d20+4=19 )
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Wednesday March 29th, 2017 1:49:24 PM
While continuing to untie Eccy, Leskni asks her
"Sorry, I think I'm completely confused. Could you explain how Zulok comes to be working with House T'zzukah and why he had you as captive, What is the current political position? Are you now houseless or are you still in charge?"
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d6=3 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; d20+10=28 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 5:02:00 PM
He looks around to make sure everyone is near enough and then channels energy to heal everyone. He will exclude the Drow prisoner. Everyone is healed 8.
"He looks around quickly, anyone needing some more healing?"
"I'm not sure our work here is done. Someone or several should keep an eye on those stairs. Owen, perhaps you could detect magic and look over the dead Drow's stuff. Mack check out the dead Drow as well, they may have items that could prove useful."
Armand pushes the Drow prisoner over to Eclyndryl.
He bows slightly to Eclyndryl. "My Lady. Here is at least one prisoner for you to question, or perhaps turn into a useful tool for yourself. As to Zulock, well if you really want to ask him a few questions, I can arrange that, but it would have to wait until tomorrow." Diplomacy 28 (d20+10)
'Osul-SmallFireElemental(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, d20+13=29 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 5:39:20 PM
Fire elemental 'Osul begins checking the fallen. ————— Perception: 29
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+22=29 ; d20+21=36 ; Wednesday March 29th, 2017 6:40:35 PM "Thanks Armand! I'm good, and Squeaver just has a scratch."[b]
Squeaver, AC 17, HP 16/18, Speed 50
If all seems safe for the moment, Squeaver keeps an eye out, while I check over the drow bodies.... for valuables, or if any are still alive and need some assistance.
(I re-cast TTT:) (d20+21+1(TTT) [b]TrapFinding check of 29) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 36)
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 20/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Wednesday March 29th, 2017 8:32:36 PM
Carver waits for Eccy to speak, hoping to hear her end the battle......
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Wednesday March 29th, 2017 10:05:11 PM
Owen turns to Eccy. "Once we know more about your situation we'll tell you about our own adventure."
DM Shane Wednesday March 29th, 2017 11:01:04 PM
once she is unbound, Eccy picks up a Drow rapier and walks over to zulok. a rapier is not the best weapon for a beheading, but she works with a will and soon raises the dead drows head up by it's hair. There seems to be a lot of grief and anger directed towards Zulok. While she works she speaks, her voice calm at first but then rising as her emotions do.
Zulok was a representative from house Tzzukah, he has been at the House D'gul court for many years. I trusted him. It seems he was conspiring with certain noble houses within House D'gul to depose me via regicide. I was lured to a private meeting with Zulok by another "Trusted" advisor, He and his men were waiting on me...they smuggled me out via a previously unknown side passage, then took me here, it seems he knew a back way in all along, but it was blocked by some sort of moving shadow thing that he could not pass. He said his Scion resided within, waiting to be released and to make House Tzzukah great again, but that no drow could open this door, it could only be opened by "people of the light" and that he had duped me and the Tree Wardens into opening it for him. she pauses for a moment and steels herself. He and his men entertained themselves with me while we waited, they told me how my royal blood would stengthen the altar and make his Scion strong. He named all of the nobles of House D'gul that were in on this. Fool...I had feared that it was all of them, but it is only 4 of my advisors. she laughes bitterly. I'm going to need your help getting back to the palace...I don't know how to thank you for what you have done for me....there will be petitoners lined up when I get back... she starts to babble a bit, but even dirty, clothes torn, bloody, hair matted, tangled and not tracking well due to shock, she still keep a regal bearing. almost noble.
There is noise from down the stairwell hallway, someone calling Eccy's name and other obviously drow words. A Drow runs into the vestibule followed closesly by a whole bunch of drow warriors. the lead drow is Eccys cousin, the Captain. Eccys seems to start tracking better at her cousins appeance and quickly explain what all has transpired. The Captain falls all over himself thanking you for saving his cousins life and even the Drow warriors smile and make gestures of friendship.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 41/61 Character Sheet Thursday March 30th, 2017 12:21:41 AM
Atlas, known for finding the brighter side of every situation, is still caught up in the emotions of the battle. He is unable to bring a smile to his face, instead looking very grim. "Can someone please destroy that altar? Children died there in a horrendous way and I won't leave it to be used again. I believe it is protected by magic, but let me know if you need my strength to help."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+22=32 ; d20+21=40 ; Thursday March 30th, 2017 6:55:39 AM
I'm not sure what I can do to help with the Altar, but I at least check it over.
(d20+21+1(TTT) TrapFinding check of 32) (d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 40)
'Osul-SmallFireElemental(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, Thursday March 30th, 2017 5:27:43 PM
'Osul isn't sure that he hasn't done that already, so he moves with Mack to the Altar to confirm if anything need to still be done.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Thursday March 30th, 2017 7:22:08 PM
Armand backs away a little overwhelmed by the Drow. He tries to whisper to Owen or Leskni "Say do either one of you have prestidigitation or some kind of spell like that to clean her up a little?"
He will then cast detect magic and examine the dagger he took off the alter, and the hammer he picked up. He will be careful when looking at the hammer though, no need to be blinded twice.
He will meander around looking over the dead Drow with detect magic.
As he passes near the prisoner he says in Orc. "This doesn't look good for you. I'd consider some way to save yourself from all them." He motions to Eccy's guards.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Thursday March 30th, 2017 7:50:49 PM
Leskni calls out in a loud voice (speaking Drow)
"I am about to try and cast a spell to help heal Eclyndryl. Is that acceptable?"
I also mention to my allies "Do NOT cast a spell until you get permission. Not even a cure spell. The Drow tend to be VERY suspicious"
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Thursday March 30th, 2017 8:48:22 PM
Owen tells the story of the group's adventure, from the spider-trapped door to the shattering crystals to the Matriarch and ghostly children.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Thursday March 30th, 2017 10:24:29 PM
The additional drow running is startle Beordir and he draws his blade again. That they are looking for Eccy and not Zulok means he does not attack them at once. Only after they join her and she starts responding better does Beordir put away his weapon.
He listens carefully to Eccy's words, then asks, "If we succeed in destroying it's physical form, will that release the Scion?"
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 20/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet d100=57 ; Thursday March 30th, 2017 11:13:44 PM
Carver, asking quietly to Eccy, "mind if I make you a bit more presentable? I can try to at least get most of the dirt and grime off your clothing?" If she says yes.....Carver casts Prestidigitation and uses it to clean the dirt and grime off her and then off himself, this also includes the blood splatter as well. If she says no, he cleans himself up and then Atlas and the others....
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 41/61 Character Sheet Friday March 31st, 2017 12:42:14 AM
Atlas looks to Leskni, "I appreciate why you said that Leskni and I know you mean well, so please don't take offense to what I'm about to say."
Atlas looks Eccy straight in the eyes and with a calm voice replies to Leskni, I'm tired of having to walk around these people like I'm on pins and needles. After what we just did they should be the ones walking around on pins and needles. If they want to pick a fight with us after all this then lets get it over with. Otherwise I don't ever want to see them tense or draw a blade on us again when we go about our business of casting spells and doing the stuff we do. Is that a deal?" This last question he clearly directed toward Eccy."[/b]
----------------------------------------------- ooc: Just role playing here Paul, not taking shots or anything. Atlas would be all in a huff after a battle like this and he's tired of the lack of respect everyone is giving our group. He doesn't walk on pins and needles, it isn't like him. Just know this isn't directed at you and he's not attacking Leskni at all, he's just making sure that Eccy understands his expectations clearly and he's expecting her to tell Leskni that it's OK. If she doesn't then that will be interesting :-)
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Friday March 31st, 2017 9:08:19 AM
Beordir shrugs at Altas' outburst. "They're drow. They don't trust their own. He gestures around the room. "With good reason. There will need to be many generations before that changes."
DM Shane Friday March 31st, 2017 9:15:26 AM Mack: The altar looks to have been eaten away by acid, many of the sigils and wards have been dissolved by the acid and there is a large crack running across it, looks like it has already been destroyed.
Carver:
Atlas: looks like if you just pushed on it a little it would collapse into two pieces.
Leskni: Eccy translates your request and motions for you to proceed
Armand: The room alightes with magic! the dagger, the hammer and a lot of the dead drows items light up. I'm going to go ahead and skip ahead a bit to bypass the 3 round rule if that's okay with you. I will tell you now that most of the drows stuff are thunderstones and potions. the dagger and warhammer need checks to fully disclose their properties. I will though describe them to you below.
Owen: you start relating your story. a few of the drow speak common and translate for you.
‘Osul: the altar looks well and truly buggered to you
Boerdir relaxes a bit and watches the stairs for trouble.
Atlas uncovers 23 thunderstones, 20 potions type A and 15 potions type B. the dagger is highly polished and sharp. Black and red leather are intertwined to form a soft handle, whilst an intricate double helix is inlaid into the blade itself all the way to the tip. The Hammer is An extremely corroded, rusty-looking warhammer with the words Highlight to display spoiler: { "Crusty Jim"} carved into the head in dwarven runes. Highlight if you speak Dwarven. you also find near the body of the Matriarch a clear spindle gemstone. piled in a corner neatly is a gruesome sight, the bones of the children that were sacrificed. in front of the bones is a pile of jewelry, neatly laid out. The words "thank you" are written in Myas' hand before the pile on the stones. The jewelry looks to have belonged to the Drow children (need an apprasial check to get a value. )
there are a lot of really nice drow rapiers, studded leather, bucklers, hand crossbows and about 350 gp per drow (350x23=8050gp )
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday March 31st, 2017 4:30:34 PM
I look at the children's' bones, and wonder out loud if we should give them a better burial somewhere. Since some or even all could be drow children, I ask E where we can provide them a better resting spot.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Friday March 31st, 2017 7:47:37 PM
Distracted from his watch and interested in the dead drow, Beordir moves through the dead, looking at their faces before divesting them of their weapons. Curious, he sets two hand crossbows aside along with a couple of cases of bolts.
Unable to contain himself, he also collects 5 rapiers to examine later.
When Mack asks about burial in general, Beordir comments, "We also have these warriors to consider."
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet d100=65 d100=79 2d8(2+7)+6=15 Friday March 31st, 2017 10:16:56 PM "I think that we should let Ecylndryl decide what happens with the bodies of the children and the warriors. She knows the ways of her people far better than do we"
With that, Leskni throws a Cure Moderate wound on Ecylndryl, healing 15 points (connected to Ley Line and made spell even though deaf"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Saturday April 1st, 2017 2:59:41 PM
OOC: Is that pile of misc weapons and armor worth 8,050 gp if we sell it, or half of that?
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Saturday April 1st, 2017 6:42:42 PM
Owen realizes his mistake and switches languages. He finishes the story in Woldian Below.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+4=12 ; d20+4=13 ; Saturday April 1st, 2017 10:51:32 PM "Hmm."
Armand considers the dagger turning it this way and that. Spellcraft 12. He shrugs his shoulders.
He then examines the hammer. Spellcraft 13. Again he is confounded. He shakes his head.
Seeing Owen enthralling some Drow with his strange words he resolves to ask him later about these items. He contemplates the rites of Gargul for the dead but then realizes that Leskni's words are probably the wiser course at this point.
Armand walks over and retrieves his glaive and tucks it into the efficient quiver at his side. He waits and watches. He does not much care for all the manipulation and subterfuge that seems to dominate Drow society.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Saturday April 1st, 2017 10:53:16 PM
OOC Mack I trust you are writing this down on the party treasure. Of course the Eccy may want some of that stuff back.
'Osul-SmallFireElemental(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, Sunday April 2nd, 2017 6:09:25 PM
Confident the altar is dealt with, 'Osul moves to join the main conversation - catching the end of Owen's tale, if not understanding it.
'Osul-SmallFireElemental(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, Monday April 3rd, 2017 4:45:31 AM
Confident the altar is dealt with, 'Osul moves to join the main conversation - catching the end of Owen's tale, if not understanding it.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Monday April 3rd, 2017 5:53:54 AM
OOC: Yep, here's what I have so far (hoping I haven't missed anything):
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 41/61 Character Sheet Monday April 3rd, 2017 10:59:34 AM
Pushing over the altar helps Atlas move on from the battle, his emotions finally cooling down. It doesn't take much longer before he forgets all about it as he looks over the treasure. "Mack, let me know what I have to carry, otherwise we'll divide this up when we get back? Regarding the weapons and armor, nothing I need really. However, I did hear some of you recommend that I start bringing my bow. Until then, I'll grab two of these crossbows and a few cases of bolts."
When Leskni speaks up about the dead, he nods, "I agree, Eccy can decide and we'll do what ever is necessary. These children deserve to be at peace."
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+11=12 ; Monday April 3rd, 2017 6:17:09 PM
Armand turns to Atlas "Boy these Drow can take awhile to talk." He quietly intones.
He looks over Atlas, Heal 12. He looks over Atlas. "I'd do some more channeling to get everyone healthy, but these Drow are so touchy with anyone casting spells around them." He shrugs.
DM Shane Monday April 3rd, 2017 9:15:36 PM
Eccy thanks you for the healing and detail some of the drow guards to start stripping the dead warriors of arms and armor. when she hears about the drow children, she details a few guards to round up their bones to take back to House D'gul. I shall be honored to give these drow a proper burial, The Warriors, I will have slaves come back and take their bodies to the compost pits. It is fitting that their flesh shall feed that mushrooms that feed our people. As to the prisoner, you have taken, he is yours to do with as you will, this is the way of our people. She looks at Armand closely, I will tell you that if you should turn him over to me, he will soon join his brothers in the compost pits, Please Armand, cast your spells, you are my friends, and I trust you more than any other. The drow collect what equipment you have not taken from and begin packing it up. Eccy speaks again. and one of the drow pulls out a series of strings on a stick, and as he counts the weapons, armor and sundries he thows knots in on of the strings, one string for armor, one for rapiers, potion A potion B crossbows, ect. He hands the stick to Mack and motions for him to check his work. Eccy looking on takes the time to explain what is going on. It is a Tally stick, the knots on each of the strings represent your loot. My men are going to carry all of it, save the gold, for you, this is so that you have accountability. one of the drow has collected the drows purses. He deposits the gold, 8050gp worth, at Macks feet. once all the loot is collected the Drow form up around Eccy and Await you to follow them back to House D'gul.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Monday April 3rd, 2017 9:34:14 PM
Owen forms up behind the guard, but his thoughts have begun to drift. He shivers; the dead drow children momentarily remind him of his own son.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Monday April 3rd, 2017 11:34:53 PM
Once he has acquired a few things, Beordir is not sure how to deal with the drow. They seem honorable, his history lessons only portray them as betrayers. Perhaps I will have an opportunity to add a contrary page to our history.
Contemplating he returns to his guard duty.
(OOC Mark, I think you missed the items in the room of duplicates. I have a Mage Hand around my neck.)
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Monday April 3rd, 2017 11:50:14 PM
Leskni talks briefly to Eccy in a low voice in common, offering her comfort and reassurance. Leskni knows that this isn't the time for a long talk and that Eccy can't afford to appear weak now but Leskni wants to make sure that Eccy knows that she is with somebody who cares about her.
'Osul-SmallFireElemental(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, Tuesday April 4th, 2017 5:30:00 AM
'Osul thinks this all sounds agreeable, but he is still curious about what lies behind the warded door...
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday April 4th, 2017 12:28:45 PM
NOT knowing that this isn't the time for a long talk, I walk over to E.... "What the Heck happened?!?!?!", I ask, with childlike blind naivety and bliss.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 41/61 Character Sheet Tuesday April 4th, 2017 1:11:50 PM
Atlas is first to the pile of gold, "That's a lot of gold, how do we want to go about this? Mack, will it fit in your sack or do we need to divide it up now?"
Atlas chuckles at Mack's innocent yet blunt approach. He walks up beside him, "Finally some straight talk, thanks Mack. I can always count on you to help us get to the heart of things." He looks at Eccy, looking forward to hearing the story details. "So?"
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Tuesday April 4th, 2017 5:29:16 PM
Still keeping watch, Beordir nevertheless perks up when he hears Mack start asking about Eccy's betrayal. Perhaps more for his personal history.
(OOC just checking in)
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d6=6 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=3 ; d6=2 ; Tuesday April 4th, 2017 5:32:57 PM
Armand concentrates to channel and heal those still injured. 12 points healed.
Atlas still looks a bloody mess though, Armand is not sure how much is Atlas's blood. To be safe he channels again. 9 points healed.
He tries to hide his grimace at Eccy's words. He turns to Carver. "Say Carver, do you want to see if you can determine how much evil lies in our prisoner's heart?
He then speaks to the prisoner, in Orc. "What do you have to say for yourself?"
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Tuesday April 4th, 2017 5:36:35 PM
OOC Mack I believe there was an efficient quiver found in the mirror room as well.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, Tuesday April 4th, 2017 5:38:10 PM
Seeing no immediate need, 'Osul drops his elemental wildshape. "Atlas, if it was all gold then they each of the House Tzzukah drow was walking around with 7 pounds of coins in a pouch. I'd expect a fair portion of the value would be in platinum or gems, and that should easily fit in a sack or haversack." He continues looking at the warded door.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Tuesday April 4th, 2017 9:02:24 PM
Leskni just shakes her head at Mack, not at all approving
DM Shane Tuesday April 4th, 2017 9:54:22 PM Mack:, Atlas: & Boerdir (do you guys not remember my post from the 29th? read it eccy told you all about it.)
Armand: You speak to Carver but he seems to be off in a corner in the back of the room, He's talking quietly with the spirit of a centaur.
Carver: you were listening and watching the drow, when you hear a whisper. looking around you notice the spirit of you Aunt Matilda standing in a corner beckoning for you. unnoticed, by the others you walk over to her, she speaks. “Nephew, You have done well. The Matriarch was an affront to Gargul, and the Drow princess Eclyndryl, may one day lead these drow into the light. Gargul is pleased, but you are needed somewhere else. Say good-bye to your friends, your path leads elsewhere.
Leskni: Eccy takes the time to play with your ear a bit in a friendly familiar manner as she talks with her cousin.
Owen: Ready to go, Children and death, make every living creature maudlin.
‘Osul: (you mean the warded door the drow came through or the warded door you came through when you answered the riddle? apparently the door the drow camen through was deactivatded when you deactivated the shadow door.
you all hear a strange popping sound and all turn as one towards it, A glowing ash gray portal has opened in the air by Carver. A spiritual centaur stands beside him. He has a sad look in his eyes.
Carver (John C) AC 16, AC 18 with shield, CMB 6, CMD 17, HP 20/55 Speed 65 Character Sheet Tuesday April 4th, 2017 10:10:44 PM
Carver nods to his Aunt, then returns to the rest of the group. "My friends, as seems usual in my case, I get messages and summons' from the most unusual people. It seems that we have done well here, and Lord Gargul seems pleased, but I'm needed else where. I was summoned from the Mercenaries by my Aunt, and now I'm needed to go somewhere else. Be well, be safe, and maybe in the future you can remember me when you tell the tales of your early years of your adventures. I'll see you around sometime, I hope." He returns to where the Spirit of the Centaur still stands and can be heard to say, "All that needs saying has been said, let's go Aunt Matilda."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Tuesday April 4th, 2017 11:48:09 PM
Owen bids farewell to Carver, wishing him the best of luck. "Walk in wisdom, friend.", he says sorrowfully.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 5th, 2017 8:05:27 AM "Ahh.... sorry. You lost me after 'Zulok was a....'. I think a few of us were working on the altar when you were giving the update." ;)
Turning around as a spirit appears and Carver leaves..... "WHAT the..... Where is Carver going? Did he find Boni?!?!?!"
"Thanks for the healing, Armand! Squeaver and I are both all set."
OOC: Quiver noted.... anything else I missed? The problem is I can't update my Google Docs from work, and work is where I usually take my turns. ;)
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Wednesday April 5th, 2017 10:52:52 AM
Atlas feels alive as the healing hits him, "Thanks Armand! Now Mack, what did you miss on the story. It seems that there is nothing more than what has already been told, so I'm happy to repeat it as necessary."
Atlas begins to go over the story with Mack, but then he sees what is going on by Carver. His draw drops. "Carver, you're leaving us just like that? I'm...I'm...wow." Atlas is lost for words, it is all happening so fast and he doesn't want to see his friend go. His reactions in battle are quick and practiced, but this attack on his emotions is not something that he is trained to handle.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 48/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday April 5th, 2017 5:11:47 PM
Armand was waiting for the Drow to offer some kind of defense of his life. But is now flabbergasted by Carver's announcement.
"...I, we,... you were always there to provide the moral high ground Carver. This is a sad day.
He turns to the Drow. He face turns from sad to maybe a little angry and result as his eyes narrow and his lips draw into a thin line. He grabs the Drow by shoulder and belt and starts running, pulling him along. He stops short of the swirling mass about to swallow Carver and propels the Drow through, shouting in Orc, "Learn to play nice or you may die!."
He turns to the group to see them staring back at him. "Well he was dead if we turned him over to Eccy. I don't think we could realistically take him back to the Tree with us. I doubt Eccy would have tolerated our releasing him on his own recognizance. Now he's banished to somewhere else."
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:16/37, Wednesday April 5th, 2017 6:18:41 PM
'Osul is equally lost for words at Carver's sudden departure. He is saddened, but it is what it is.
Then, "Thank you Armand, and very good thinking!"
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Wednesday April 5th, 2017 8:13:14 PM
Beordir reacts with surprise at Carver's announcement. He stands stunned as it seems to be decided.
He sighs and announces, "I was honored to have traveled with you. I would have liked to have more time to enjoy your company. May all your future endeavors be prosperous."
Torn between witnessing Carver's departure and insuring against danger, Beordir watches back and forth, mostly distracted from each.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Wednesday April 5th, 2017 8:59:45 PM "Good bye to you, Carver. But I certainly understand when ones path causes one to leave old friends and make new ones"
Leskni then mutters something softly to Ecly
DM Shane Wednesday April 5th, 2017 10:39:33 PM
With a final wave Carver is gone after the drow, the centaur ghost looks after him lovingly, nods to everybody and fades away. Eccy stares at where Carver disappeared, a strange look on her face, unreadable. her hand suddenly tense on leskni's shoulder. A sense of sadness drapes the area like a heavy fog. everyone stands in silence alone with their thoughts. Eccy's cousin interrupts with cough. he speaks to Eccy. and she seems to come out of her spell. yes...uh...yes...we need to get going. she says absently, her mind on something. The drow begin to walk down the stairs toward home.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Wednesday April 5th, 2017 11:32:57 PM
Owen is lost in thought. Carver leaving only reminds him of family lost. He stands and stares at nothing until someone rouses him.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday April 6th, 2017 8:13:23 AM
I stand silently for a short while, sad to see people from our group go. I'd expect to be used to it by now, with our group changing so frequently. But still sad. They will definitely all be missed, and I hope we cross paths again.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday April 6th, 2017 12:22:04 PM
After some time, I move, and pat Owen on the back. "Don't worry, Owen. At least Squeaver is still here."
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Thursday April 6th, 2017 12:24:31 PM
Once Carver has vanished, Beordir returns to his guard duty. As the group files out, Beordir joins the rear guard.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Thursday April 6th, 2017 1:52:54 PM
Atlas shakes himself out of his frozen state of surprise as the drow is thrown through the portal. "I would have killed him, but your approach is good as well Armand. I'm sure Carver will keep him from causing trouble with the locals. Besides, watching you practically throw him was a memory I'll probably have for a lifetime." Atlas finally gets a smile back on his face at the thought.
"Well Mack, another one down. I keep telling you that you need to take more baths, but you don't listen. Eventually you're going to drive them all off and then you'll be stuck alone with me. I cannot imagine the trouble we would get into"
Atlas follows the drow down the stairs, processing the turn of events. Speaking to no one in particular, Atlas let his thought slip out louder than he intended, "It is a better departure than death would provide. We need to be grateful for what we have and happy for the success of others. Time to move on."
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Thursday April 6th, 2017 4:21:37 PM
Armand claps Owen on the shoulder. "The wheel of life is ever turning. Who knows Carver may pop up again sometime."
Seeing Owen is still distracted Armand interprets it as sorrow over Carver leaving. "Say you know what would take your mind off things. Some work. Look at this dagger and hammer I picked up. They're magical but I can't figure out what they do."
Armand shows Owen the rusty hammer, and the dagger from the alter.
He forces Owen along behind the others, while walking beside him.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Thursday April 6th, 2017 5:42:49 PM
'Osul nods in general agreement with what is said, and with leaving the chamber, and moves with the group.
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Thursday April 6th, 2017 9:28:41 PM
Leksni hesitates a second, then turns to her companions
"I think that she needs me more than you do, right now. Hopefully our paths will cross again some time in the future. Best of luck to all of you"
With that she hastens off after the Drow. The last you see of her is her walking side by side with Ecly, conversing together in a low voice. It is obvious even from this distance that a weight has been lifted off BOTH of their shoulders.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 d20+14=29 ; d20+14=30 ; d20+14=19 ; d20+8=17 ; d20+8=21 ; d20+8=24 ; Thursday April 6th, 2017 11:58:35 PM
Owen looks at the items and casts Detect Magic to identify them. Spellcraft: 29, 30, 19. He also checks some of the other items for possible value. Appraise: 17, 21, 24.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday April 7th, 2017 8:17:37 AM
I smell my armpits, don't notice anything out of the ordinary, give Atlas a confused look, and then take a drink of water out of my waterskin.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Friday April 7th, 2017 11:38:55 AM
Atlas shakes his head as Leskni leaves. "I always had a feeling that she would pick Eccy over us. I hope they find a way to be happy."
He then laughs at Mack and just shakes his head.
DM Shane Friday April 7th, 2017 3:22:44 PM
OOC sorry network went down last night, wasn't able to get to post today. also, this module is not over you were all going back to house D'gul anyway.
the trip back to House D'gul is uneventful. the, well... gate is the wrong term, but the main strongpoint is open but guarded by D'gul soldiers. they seem surprised Eccy is here. saying something about receiving orders from the clan house to keep the gates open Eccy has them close the gates once you enter. In her own language, she sends a few guards to make sure that the gates to house D'gul are closed. she then leads the remainder into the back door of the council house.
In the council house, drow voices can be heard arguing. One set of voices are saying that Eccy has abandoned house D'gul and that they must now ally with House T'zzukah. Others, a surprising amount of others are saying that she would never abandon her people and that something must have happened. the others are just starting to pose a counter-argument when Eccys guards flood the room and Eccy steps forward. You've never seen a Drow blanch white, but all four of her six advisors do. some turn to run out the door, but her guards were thorough, and have the exits covered. she speaks. Hello Ustus, have you missed me? Ustus stutters and mumbles you.. you..Your Majesty, we were just about to send a party to look for you She smiles. Yes, I heard coming in, and Zulok was very vocal about all of his accomplices as he was waiting to sacrifice me to one of his ancient ancestors. So I know all about your plans and your disloyalty. Guards take them! There is a brief struggle and the Advisors are taken into custody, their families, slaves kin folk are rounded up and a trial is set up within a few hours.
If there was ever a more perfect poster child for cold powerful and evil it would be Eclyandryl setting in judgement over the 4 advisors. She calls for evidence, it is presented, and is valid, she pronounces the sentence for the offenders. All holding, property and wealth are stipped from them. Their families killed and they themselves are to be staked out in the sun, fed and watered, until they die. Perhaps unnecessarily she mentions that Slaves are property but that no house will take them with the taint of attempted regicide around them and that they will probably be killed as well. She looks at Armand as she says this.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Friday April 7th, 2017 8:46:23 PM
Knowing he could not do better than the guards at protecting them, Beordir attempts to relax once they return, but the events of the day make that a forlorn hope. The fact that she can so casually commit the extermination of mass groups of her population reveal show far the It-Lal have fallen.
Worried, Beordir attempts to purchase some parchment to document his experience with this group of It-Lal
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Saturday April 8th, 2017 8:08:35 AM
Owen follows the group, but it's clear his mind is elsewhere.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Saturday April 8th, 2017 10:50:44 AM (OOC Shane you skipped Owen's identify rolls.)
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20=18 ; Saturday April 8th, 2017 10:56:23 AM
Armand cocks an eyebrow back at Eclyandryl. "The Drow in the caverns surrendered, showing that Lord Gargul had taken a hand and proclaimed to me that it was not his time to die."
He nods to the Drow being taken away. "Lord Gargul has made no sign to me about their fate. If he wishes them spared his rights will hold sway and somehow they will be spared. But I assume that it may well be their time to stand before Lord Gargul."
Armand then turns to Owen. "Owen, you seem much distracted. What can we do to help?"
(OOC ignore roll, my brain was aiming at submit, my hand had other ideas.)
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Saturday April 8th, 2017 11:48:20 AM
Not wanting to sound like I am not approving of their ways, or judging them, when I get an opportunity, I express what bothers me to Eccy. "There is only so much a small halfling such as myself can do, but if you are going to kill or enslave the entire families of those that betrayed you, perhaps one of the children could be spared? I could use one to help me around our living quarters back home at the Tree. It is hard for me to see them all punished for the failings of their parents. I will do my best to raise the child to appreciate what you have done by sparing their life. And who knows.... the child may prove very useful to you in the future, maybe even help bridge the gap between the lower and upper worlds. And they can help me learn drow." ;)
Leskni (Paul Jackson) AC: 19/18/14; HP 41/41; Pella HP 20/20 AC 25, CMD: 17 Character Sheet Sunday April 9th, 2017 6:08:14 PM
Leskni suggests to the characters that perhaps they can buy the slaves (probably VERY cheaply under the circumstances) and take them to the surface to be freed.
She'll offer up her share in the winnings to facilitate such a happening
OOC: So I still checked in and felt like posting. Seemed reasonable :-)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Sunday April 9th, 2017 6:49:50 PM *...because, despite having done the right thing for Mya and her sisters and for Eclyndryl, the gap we see between the lower and upper worlds seems to be widening.*, he thinks to himself.
He lends his support to Macks request, despite having a strong sense that Eclyndryl (having made a public declaration of her judgement) is not going to be swayed to stay a single killing.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Sunday April 9th, 2017 6:50:22 PM
Are the slaves all drow or are they different races? If different what races?
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Monday April 10th, 2017 9:39:45 AM
While the others are trying to come up with ways to extend mercy to Zulok's relations, Beordir remains silent. Eclyndryl is ample evidence as to how far the It-Lal will need to go to be redeemable. And the Maze-of-Trees has taught him to expect no favors.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Monday April 10th, 2017 5:22:47 PM
'Osul looks to see what Atlas was laughing at.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Monday April 10th, 2017 5:40:38 PM
I wander about, as I wait for any decision from Eccy.
DM Shane Monday April 10th, 2017 9:10:03 PM
When Mack whispers to Eccy she brings him in close and whispers in his ear. My people will not allow the slaves to live, you can save them, I can only save them if you take them away from this place. Pleae, take them, I would not see them killed.
ooc: sorry Armand, gonna say you were trying to identify during the hour or so from when you left the Matriarchs quarters. hammer: An extremely corroded, rusty-looking warhammer with the words "Crusty Jim" carved into the head in dwarven runes. This +2 warhammer belonged to a dwarf who once fought against the drow in the Scab. In addition to dealing 1d6 points of acid damage on a successful hit, it deals an additional 2d10 points of acid damage on a critical hit.
A drow ceremonial dagger. This +2 cold iron dagger dates back to the second age. Despite its age, it remains both highly polished and sharp. Black and red leather are intertwined to form a soft handle, whilst an intricate double helix is inlaid into the blade itself all the way to the tip. Any creature struck by the dagger takes 1d6 bleed damage and must make a DC13 Fort save versus the permanent Drow Poison that has been absorbed into the blade. The blade glows with a pale red light if any creature within 60ft is ‘dying’.
the stone is a clear spindle Ioun stone.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+7=27 ; Monday April 10th, 2017 9:33:52 PM
Armand looks to Owen. "Wow Owen, that was incredible with the identification. What should we do with this stuff now. Then he looks around. "Well maybe we should talk about that when we are more secure.
Armand looks over the prisoners. Obviously the house nobles are Drow. But what races are their slaves?
Armand tries to remember what he has heard about Drow culture and slaves. Knowledge History 27 (d20+7). Are the slaves bred to slavery, meaning that is the only life they have ever known? Are they slaves due to debt (like the old debters prisons, Australia, etc.)? Are they slaves due to being prisoners for some other crime? Are they slaves because they were captured and brought down here to endure it?
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Monday April 10th, 2017 10:34:25 PM
Owen admires the dagger he's just identified. He nods at Leskni's suggestion, however.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' d20+21=22 ; Tuesday April 11th, 2017 12:06:15 PM
I monitor where the slaves "to be killed" are kept, how they are watched, etc., and try to hatch a plan (with the rest of the party) about how we might be able to get a few of them out of here.
(d20+20+1(TTT) perception check of 22)
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Tuesday April 11th, 2017 8:25:37 PM
When Mack broaches his plan to liberate the soon to be executed Drow nobles, Beordir reacts surprised that Eclyndryl is not as brutal as she portrays.
He turns the problem over in his head a moment, then asks, "Where will they go that anyone will trust them. They conspire to bite the hand that feeds them."
DM Shane Tuesday April 11th, 2017 9:30:24 PM
placeholder post. gotta get in bed....will finish up tomorrow.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Tuesday April 11th, 2017 9:47:11 PM
Amongst the wardens, 'Osul adds, "No, they are the slaves of those masters... mistresses... who conspired to depose the senior sister, and she has deemed those slaves as property. Had their masters written each other notes, the slaves would be considered no more responsible that the quills their masters used. But I agree - we need an idea of their numbers by race to begin to gauge how and at what hour we would best depart when that time comes."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Tuesday April 11th, 2017 10:38:55 PM
Atlas has a look of confusion on his face, "Mack, I think we can just request the slaves as additional payment for our services. I don't think we need an elaborate escape plan and we don't have to tell anyone what we are going to do with them."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 12th, 2017 6:48:41 AM
Responding to Atlas, and the others... "I agree, but I was growing impatient. So I figured I'd at least keep my options open." :)
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday April 12th, 2017 7:14:35 AM
Armand seems lost in thought as he evaluates the history of slavery as it applies to the Drow.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 12th, 2017 5:18:59 PM Party Treasure
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Wednesday April 12th, 2017 8:33:31 PM
Beordir squints at 'Osul attempting to understand. "So Eclyndryl will put the drow to death, but wishes to spare the slaves owned by the fallen house."
He looks away, considering, "If they are not drow, they may be able to find a place, but we may have issues enabling them to make the free decisions they need to make in order to survive in the world outside."
He looks back to the group, "Are their such altruists at the Tree of Parting?"
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Wednesday April 12th, 2017 9:12:40 PM
Owen taps the fancy dagger against the back of his thumbnail as he thinks about the slave situation.
DM Shane Wednesday April 12th, 2017 9:58:30 PM
since few of the drow citizenry speak common, and none of the ones near enough to hear you do Eccy says loudly, Highlight to display spoiler: {The surface dwellers request the slaves as payment for saving me, I have deemed this an appropriate recompensation for their help.}. she then motions for one of her guards to bring the slaves in. she looks at you all, with an exasperated expression.
100 in all.
15 dwarves 10 female, 5 male. 17 orcs. 7 female, 10 male. 5 gnolls all female. 10 gnomes all male 15 halflings 10 female, 5 male 4 gray elves 2 male 2 female. 33 humans all female.
for being the slaves of the "evil" advisors, they aren't very intimidating, in fact they look down right scared and sort of pitiful. the cling to each other and look very distraght.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Thursday April 13th, 2017 12:07:21 AM
... that is a lot of free slaves!
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday April 13th, 2017 7:41:49 AM
When I get a chance, I talk with the halflings, to find out where they are from, and what their story is. I'm interested in hearing all the stories, but figure there will be more time for that on our way back to the Tree.
And I start doing what I can to get them prepared for the journey back.... bandaging, helping with clothing and shoes, making sure they have had some food and water. Whatever is possible given the current situation we're all in.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Thursday April 13th, 2017 10:35:06 AM
Atlas is hit with a wave of emotions as the slaves are brought out. First, disgust at the condition they are in. He truly hates slavery. Then conflict for the fact that they are saving some evil creatures that he is sure will kill good people again in the future.
"Does anyone speak Orc or Gnoll? We need to make it clear that if we free them they are to go back to their homelands and spread the word about how they were saved. I expect them to speak up against attacking good folk, otherwise we might as well kill them all now. I have never purposely let an orc or gnoll go free for the fear that their future kills will be on my hands. I am having a hard time with this."
ooc: Sorry gang, missed a few posts while traveling for work. I should be back on track now."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday April 13th, 2017 11:10:03 AM "I don't speak orc or gnoll, but I speak dwarf, goblin, and terran, and a handful of other languages which should be useful in communicating with the slave group."
Never having been a believer in the thought that some races are inherently evil, I try to chime in when I can to help Atlas feel more comfortable with this, and isolate him from it when necessary. ;)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Thursday April 13th, 2017 6:36:25 PM "Atlas? I am sure they weren't given instructions in their own racial tongues, so the question is Who speaks the language of the Drow?? I think I can get a sufficient grasp given our recent contact and a little intensive training." ———— 'Osul has two ranks of Linguistics, but no languages learned through it so far.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Thursday April 13th, 2017 9:53:10 PM "Oh Lady Eclyndryl great and magnanimous will your rule of House D'gul be. I am sure the historians in the future will mark this day as a turning point for House D'gul."
He pauses for effect. "But sore and tired are we still from having fought your enemies this day and brought low the ancient Matriarch that was looming over you. Perchance we could rest a day and then depart your fair realm in the morning."[b] Again he pauses for effect and with a sweeping hand indicates the slaves. [b]"Of course such quarters as you see fit to house us and these wretched slaves, or barring a space sufficient for that, perchance we could set up camp outside your doorstep as it were, provided we had sufficient food and drink for us and our entourage."[b]
VERY QUIETLY so as the other drow should not hear he speaks to the party. [b]"ixnay speakeh aroundeh the droweh becauseh they caneh understandeh."
And even more quietly Armand will go up to Atlas and the others. "Atlas, I understand your feelings about the gnolls and orcs. I'm not sure how we're going to deal with them. We may have to use some of the drow equipment we have to outfit these people or provide for them. I'm not sure how we're going to deal with re-integrating them to freedom. It will depend on how long they have been slaves. On the other hand some of them may prove useful to the Tree because they will have some first hand experiences with Drow culture to share with our leaders in future negotiations."
Armand contemplates the need to develop a private language for the group, one that will allow them to express ideas and battle plans without others being able to know what's said.
DM Shane Thursday April 13th, 2017 10:07:33 PM
still waiting on Owen and Beordir to post. got an early day tomorrow will try to consolidate in the AM.
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Thursday April 13th, 2017 10:59:39 PM
Owen frowns at the poor condition of the slaves. "We should do our best to get them to the surface quickly."
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Thursday April 13th, 2017 11:21:50 PM
Beordir looks over the motley group with trepidation. "I can only help with goblin. Some of the orcs might speak it. Regardless, I have a spell to allow me to speak with any creature. I will just need time to review it."
He looks back to Mack and Armand, "If we take these with us, we will need to have provisions to at least get them to the Tree."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday April 14th, 2017 7:34:30 AM "I agree. I was pondering the food situation as well. It doesn't need to be fancy. Just something to sustain. I'm hoping we can get some type of rations to get us to the tree with this group, as part of our reward."
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Friday April 14th, 2017 8:06:14 AM
Armand talking quietly with the others. "Well I could potentially cast create food and water 3 times a day on the way back. That would let us feed 18 per casting. I speak Orc, so potentially we've got that covered."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday April 14th, 2017 12:47:19 PM "I think between our spells, our hunting/tracking capabilities, and rations, food and water shouldn't be too big of an issue to get us back to the tree. And looking thru my supplies, I see I have this hunk of cheese. We're pretty well set!" :P
"If we get attacked by a band of ogres or such though, that might be a bigger problem. I'm guessing the drow won't want us arming these guys right here, but I think we should do the best we can with all of that drow gear we picked up as soon as we get to the surface. Even if they aren't good at combat, there's 100 of them." ;)
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Friday April 14th, 2017 7:52:47 PM
Beordir thinks a moment, then says, "It'll probably be hard to hide the presence of so many. Can the Tree of Parting handle such a large jump in population? We may end up creating a tent enclave."
He looks more broadly toward everyone, "Actually, do we know if the Tree of Parting will welcome them? I asked that earlier, but got no answer."
DM Shane Friday April 14th, 2017 8:52:12 PM
the party starts discussing the logistics of so many prisoners right there in the court. Luckily eccy has the Drow guards kind of herd the whole lot of you into a courtyard where you can discuss anything you like. the Halflings, the dwarves, the humans and the gnomes approach you. One of the Halflings comes forward out of the group, with his hat in his hand. beggin your pardon, Masters, We are unsure of this situation or what we are expected to do. We cannot be of service if we are unsure of what service is needed. the guards picked us all up when they raided the houses and brought us here.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday April 14th, 2017 9:22:08 PM
OOC: I make some assumptions that we wouldn't be talking in this much detail right in front of them. ;)
IC: "The Tree has a lot of travelers to and fro, so I'm hoping many of them can hitch rides as they'll probably want to return to their homes. At least most of them. The rest, we can Reduce them, and then can join the smurf village near the Tree. No one will even notice." ;)
I turn to the halfling that approached us... "I'm hoping we can help return many of you to your homes. If nothing else, give you an opportunity to start a new life."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday April 14th, 2017 9:22:42 PM
OOC: I make some assumptions that we wouldn't be talking in this much detail right in front of them. ;)
IC: "The Tree has a lot of travelers to and fro, so I'm hoping many of them can hitch rides as they'll probably want to return to their homes. At least most of them. The rest, we can Reduce them, and then can join the smurf village near the Tree. No one will even notice." ;)
I turn to the halfling that approached us... "I'm hoping we can help return many of you to your homes. If nothing else, give you an opportunity to start a new life."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Friday April 14th, 2017 9:32:48 PM
Atlas nods at what Mack says. "Mack has the sense of it. Let's eat, rest, and get out of here."
Owen Marcellus (Weston W.) AC: 15/15/13; HP: 27/32; CMD: 16 Saturday April 15th, 2017 6:14:52 PM
Owen puts the call out in a number of languages: He will guide home those from the Windbourne Hills and the western part of the Scab.
He also speaks privately to his party, saying "It is time for me to depart. I have strayed too long and too far from my wife and son. I must return home to see how they fare, but I may yet come back to the Tree. I wish you the best in the meantime; you have been good friends all."
He bids the party goodbye, perhaps pausing a little longer with Atlas, 'Osul, and Mack to exchange a private word with each. Then he leaves, leading any of the former slaves who would come with him.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet d20+10=29 ; Saturday April 15th, 2017 8:19:28 PM
Armand is shocked and saddened by Owen leaving. He wonders at the fate of the Tree and the Wardens.
He begins the task of going among the slaves to determine what their duties were in the various Drow houses. He will also ask them about their lives previous to slavery and try to determine what there desires would be once free of the Drow environs.
Diplomacy 29 (d20+9)
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Saturday April 15th, 2017 8:20:15 PM
(OOC, So the party has been greatly reduced. Do we need to recruit to fill ranks? How does this work?)
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Saturday April 15th, 2017 10:19:12 PM
I take a moment in silence, at a very big loss for words as our party continues to disband. :(
"I'm VERY sad to see you go, Owen, but I wish you well on your journey." :(
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Monday April 17th, 2017 12:04:27 AM "Safe travels Owen - and stick clear of the rivers in The Wood. I certainly hope we get to see all our comrades again."
"Mack, Atlas, Armand, Beordir,... and Squeaver. Water availability is not a problem - but containing it might be." Looking at their new companions, he is not seeing anyone who has much recent outdoors experience. This could be a very slow trip. "Still, a slow trip home will give us plenty of time to better understand these lands, each other, and life more generally."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Monday April 17th, 2017 6:56:09 AM "Armand, that means more treasure for us!!!!!! In fact, if you look over there for just a second, my percentage is going to go up even HIGHER!" :)
OOC: We've gotten low before. Personally, I enjoy it more around 6, and it feels like the DMs can handle a smaller number better too. But, in the past, we have been told if we're too low for too long we may get merged with another game, or even disbanded and thrown separately into different games, I believe. I really like the Tree Of Parting setting, so I'm here for as long as possible.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Monday April 17th, 2017 10:19:30 AM
Atlas is surprised at all the departures, but he is slowly recovering. "Owen, you have been a good friend and brave ally. May the road be short and the adventures profitable. Atlas smirks and gives Owen a big bear hug.
To the remaining members of the group, "Alright, before any more of you run off I suggest we get moving. We'll figure out the logistics as we go. It wasn't that far of a walk and I'm sure Eccy can provide us some supplies. Let's give the free folk the gear to carry so that we look more menacing should there be trouble. Ready?"
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Monday April 17th, 2017 8:29:01 PM
Beordir bids farewell to Owen and starts working to gather supplies for the journey. Packs, food and wineskins are a premium.
Once he feels comfortable that the group will manage to travel more than three days, he confirms his readiness to Atlas and the rest of the group.
(OOC Did I miss XP for the Mistress and Zulok's forces, or is that coming later?)
DM Shane Monday April 17th, 2017 8:45:13 PM
ooc: have anyone who would like to play email jerry. he will start the vetting process and get things in motion.
the Halfling looks at Mack balefully, Y..y..yes Master, whatever you say. I am a good slave, I shall not run, I do not need to be tested I will serve well. .
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Monday April 17th, 2017 8:45:13 PM
OOC Mack, I've updated the party treasury. treasure
I think there may have been some counting issues, but I've separated out the the drow gold from the drow arms and equipment.
Question, Carver was carrying a bag of holding that was designated as party, do we loose that?
DM Shane. Since Carver was lawful good and is pretty much gone from this game, someone put the bag of holding down in your inventory and you can use it. the rest of his stuff is not to be touched though.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Monday April 17th, 2017 8:51:27 PM
Armand continues to asses the slaves.
"I agree guys as soon as we can we need to get going. Since that jewelry was from the Drow children do we want to return it to Eccy in exchange for provisions, water, maybe some wagons, etc.? I'm pretty sure it's valuable but no one has appraised it. Also I'm for equipping those we feel would benefit from the items. Not sure, maybe we should sell everything and give the slaves a 'freedom' stipend once we reach the tree."
Armand sighs. "It's been a long day. Full of surprises and ..." He falters when thinking of everyone leaving. We need to get some rest and be ready to head out in the morning.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Monday April 17th, 2017 8:52:10 PM "Actually, I'd like to hang onto the hammer. I think Owen would have enjoyed this dagger we found."
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Monday April 17th, 2017 8:54:07 PM
OOC again, Shane, did you skip Armand diplomacy of 29 when trying to talk to the slaves and assess them?
Also Erik....you will need to update the party members in the wiki again.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Tuesday April 18th, 2017 7:45:47 AM "The dagger looks nice, Armand.", adds 'Osul as he checks the contents of the Bag of Holding that Carver left behind. Once done, he suggests that the safest place to carry the bag is in the central section of his handy haversack. "I'm in favor of a stipend. Once we are underway, it would be good to learn where they each hail from. Some of them may want to return to their own too. They might also have family, friends, a tribe,... In any case, at some point we will also need to get them used to their freedom. Looks like you have your work cut out for you, Mack!"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday April 18th, 2017 7:56:22 AM "Work...? What? Crap." ;)
If we're all ready to head out, here we go!
OOC: Yah, that Bag Of Holding was a Party item that Carver was holding for us.
And yep, I'll have to update the WIKI quite a bit. I'll get that updated today. :(
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Tuesday April 18th, 2017 10:46:21 AM
Atlas watches with interest to see what happens when the bag of holding is put into the handy haversack. [b]"Magic in magic. I hope it doesn't blow up or something."[/]b
DM Shane Tuesday April 18th, 2017 9:33:29 PM Mack: is jumping up and down ready to get on the road. After two major combats, a 2hr hike back to the D'gul holdings and then 6 hrs of court.
Atlas: the bag goes into the bag, and nothing happens.
Armand: a few look to have been consorts and concubines, most were domestic help, artisans and a few were slave overseers. they all seem cowed, but cover it well, with the understanding of they way they are supposed to act.
‘Osul: chimes in on what to do with the slaves.
Boerdir stays silent, too stunned or tired to join in.
As you discuss what to do with the slaves, one of Eccys men come to Armand and hand him a note. if you are Armand Highlight to display spoiler: {} Please meet with me in my chambers. --Eccy. Highlight to display spoiler: {}
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 19th, 2017 7:23:02 AM
I turn red as I glance over towards Armand, feeling like I overheard something I wasn't supposed to! ;)
I then give him the thumbs up, put my hands behind my back, and slowly walk away whistling as if I saw/heard nothing.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Wednesday April 19th, 2017 9:45:25 AM "...at least the weather should hold out until we get back..."
The arrival (or not) of a note (or not) doesn't concern 'Osul at all. T'ree 've d'parted, he thinks to himself, though he agrees with Mack's enthusiasm for getting underway.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday April 19th, 2017 10:58:21 AM
Armand finishes his review of the slaves. And then returns to huddle with the party.
"Okay guys, here's what I've determined. This is a mixed bag of slaves, house servants, concubines, some artisans and few overseers. I'm not sure how much I would trust the overseers they may tend to be bullies if we are not around. We may need to do watches at night just to watch all the slaves.
Armand is interrupted by a drow that hands him a note. He reads it and frowns. "Wonderful, Eccy wants to meet with me. Maybe I can get things all arranged and we can head out in the morning. If I'm not back in an hour send a rescue party."
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Wednesday April 19th, 2017 11:43:24 AM "Armand, leave a bread trail so we can find you." Atlas starts counting to 3600. As he does so, he walks over to the overseers.
"I know your job used to be to oversee these slaves and it takes a special sort of evil to do such a thing. We're going to get you out of here and then we're going to free you to do as you will. If at any point between now and then I hear, see, or sense that you are in any way taking on your former role then I'm going to kill you slowly. This is your only warning. We've killed a lot more and worse than this group. I doubt I would even work up a sweat."
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 19th, 2017 12:37:47 PM "Yah, what HE said!" I point to Atlas.
"This isn't ketchup!" I start cleaning some of the blood off of Squeaver. Just a little bit of it.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 19th, 2017 7:20:13 PM
OOC: I didn't do a thorough review, but I tried to clean up our WIKI page:
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 19th, 2017 7:20:39 PM
OOC: I didn't do a thorough review, but I tried to clean up our WIKI page:
If you see any corrections needed, though, just let me know. :)
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Wednesday April 19th, 2017 9:31:59 PM
Beordir works to settle everyone for what has to be the messiest trip ever. He's mostly quiet, not speaking to the slaves unless he needs to. He smiles quietly to himself as Atlas tries to reform the overseers, but doesn't interfere. Might as well be spittin' into the wind,
DM Shane Wednesday April 19th, 2017 9:34:36 PM
the Halfling blanches when you castigate him, no overseer I sir, I was Vasilra's manservant, I did a good job, I know not why he has gotten rid of me. The Orcs and the Gnolls be the overseers, if by overseer you mean "punishers" I often assigned duties to the others in my group, but Vasilra would threaten us with the Gnolls should we stray from our assignments, I thank the creators he was wise enough not to let the gnolls actually supervise our work.
when Armand gets to Eccys chambers she stands and dismisses the servants. she seems nervous and agitated. she paces back and forth looking at you. do you know that in our stories and histories the Paladin is our bane. we tell our children to mind or the paladin will get them. Carver was not what I was led to believe. There is something about him and your people, something...clean. I feel drawn to it. What is it? Leskni is my friend, but I feel animosity from most surface dwellers I meet. Do you want to kill me Armand? without waiting for an answer she switches gears, from sad and confused to angry.
[/b]What is it!? what makes you so high and mighty? do you think you are better than us!? well! [/b] she deflates, suddenly pensive and calm. no...you have never acted but with honor towards me and my people. I remember the Tree, how the people there stood together, how no one had to watch their backs. they seemed to care for one another without fear or profit in mind. she kneels, and her eyes look far away, like she's about to do something that terrifies her, but resolute in resolve. [b]I want it. I want my people to have that, but if I gave it to them now, they would tear me and house D'gul apart. I need you to teach me...show me...I..I..have no words for what it is...but I think you do.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday April 20th, 2017 6:31:20 AM
If everyone is ready, we head out. I run out of the cave like I'm busting on to a football field at the beginning of the game..... whatever a football field is.
If Armand isn't back yet, though, I head off to find him first, taking Squeaver with me. I can sense he's had enough of these tunnels, and is anxious for a giant acorn.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Thursday April 20th, 2017 9:07:42 AM "Oh my. My Lady, it is not that, as you say, we surface dwellers hate you or want to kill you. Rather it is that we are unsure of you. You say we act differently toward each other. Indeed, that is perhaps the cornerstone of the cultural problem. I know that I can trust my fellow party members, they will not attempt to deceive me or cheat me or stick a knife in my back for personal gain. The same holds true with the inhabitants of the tree. But that is a way of thinking built on our society. Oh, don't get me wrong. We have individuals that will back stab a friend, or cheat someone, or even steal. But that is not the norm of how our society operates. And when we do find those individuals that operate outside the norm, we try to either correct their behavior or punish them for their actions."
He pauses and considers how to proceed. "Your society, from what we know of it, is the opposite of how ours operates. Personal power is the goal of your society and how it achieved is beside the point. Naturally when our two societies come into contact it will lead to some amount of suspicion and lack of trust. I think you are honestly in the position you are in because of a sense of duty rather than a desire for personal power. And that is commendable. But changing your societies mores will take time and it will be difficult. I think you've made a start by cleaning the houses that revolted against you. But you now need to try and consolidate your people. Building trust will require you giving it first and seeing how they respond.
Armand looks around, a bit uneasy. I think with Lesnki here to help you that will be made somewhat more easy. I also think that continued contact with the Tree will be helpful as well. Perhaps you can require that trade delegations spend extra time at the Tree, sight-seeing, relaxing, seeing how others work together. And maybe when you feel you need a break you can come visit for a chance to relax as well.
Armand shrugs. "That's the way I see things."
Armand waits to see if there is anything else. "Maybe you have some trade goods to send to the Tree? Perhaps a small delegation? They could travel with us and see how we try to re-incoporate the slaves into our society? We'd really like to get going in the morning. Also I'm not sure if you want those jewels the poor dead children left us. They may be heirlooms for some family.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Thursday April 20th, 2017 1:28:23 PM
Atlas grabs Mack by the collar. "Not until Armand is back. Until then, do you happen to know why that halfling acted like that? I was talking to the Orcs and Gnolls, they're obviously the trouble makers here. Anyway, calm him down for us would you? It sounds like he could be useful."
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Thursday April 20th, 2017 5:34:44 PM
Beordir shakes his head again at Mack's exuberance. "Eclyndryl apparently has more to discuss with Armand. Give him time. Just think, you have a hundred new friends to learn about."
He continues to work to make sure the supplies are as organized a possible.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Thursday April 20th, 2017 11:09:48 PM
I start straightening the pictures hanging on the walls.
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Friday April 21st, 2017 5:33:36 AM
'Osul is keen to leave, but isn't keen to appear to keen to leave. Oh, look — Moss!
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Friday April 21st, 2017 10:03:04 AM "That is a fabulous shade of glowing blue moss you found there 'Osul."
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, d20+13=29 ; d20+14=18 ; Friday April 21st, 2017 10:15:40 AM
'Osul examines the glowing blue moss. ———————————— Perception: 29 Knowledge (Nature): 18
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Friday April 21st, 2017 11:11:43 AM
I pick some up and see what it tastes like.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Friday April 21st, 2017 6:23:31 PM
Armand glances around and tries to remain calm. "I wonder what she's thinking about?" He wonders silently.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Saturday April 22nd, 2017 12:07:56 AM
Beordir waits patiently for Armand to return.
DM Shane Saturday April 22nd, 2017 10:34:25 PM
Eccy seems relieved that the things she hoped were true were actually true. she is joyful at your offer of continued trade, support, and friendship. She detals one of her manservants to pack goods to feed the slaves on your journey back to the tree of parting. she even has horses waiting for you at the entrance to the cave system. a hundred or so yards away from the entrance and to the right is a gruesome sight. The doomed advisors are tied to crosses facing the sun. the crosses are constructed in such a way that they can be turned to keep the condemned facing the sun. The slaves see them and they begin to babble among themselves. The Gnolls and the Orcs take off running away left. the Halfling manservant blanches again, then looks at you with a combination of horror and curiosity.
M...M...Master? That is Vasilra up there on that cross. If he is being killed, then Lady Ecandryl must have found out about his betrayal. since we all are still alive......Drow normally kill the slaves of betrayers..are we truly free? or is this another cruel joke?
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Sunday April 23rd, 2017 4:51:10 PM
That night Armand returns to the group. He tells them of Eccy's promise for food and provisions for the trip back. When they are alone, or at least where the slaves and any Drow cannot hear them..."We'll need to work out some sort of compensation for the slaves when we get back to the Tree. What do you guys think will be best? Maybe 50 gold each? That would let them get a good start on life."
Rest at last, and dawn comes. Armand is ready to be off. He retrieves his horse from the Drow.
Seeing the Gnolls and Orcs running off, Armand puts a hand out to restrain Atlas. "Hold on their Atlas. Let them go. It was inevetable that they would flee at some point. Better now when they are so near the Drow lands, than when we were near the Tree. Besides that's 22 less slaves we have to give some sort of start up stake too."
Armand rubs his chin. "At least they are unarmed so I assume they will not be causing too much trouble. Still we should be wary should they try to double back and pick off our party, which they may see as easy prey.
Armand is glad to be off at last.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Sunday April 23rd, 2017 8:06:25 PM
I pat the halfling manservant on the back. "No worries! You are truly free now. Although we need to stick together and be careful until we get to a safer place."
'Osul(Graham) AC:11+3 (T:11+3, FF:10+3), CMD:16+3, HP:28/37, Monday April 24th, 2017 6:05:41 AM "But, aspire to be better that what you have seen of your masters these years below. We would like to get you back to your families, friends and towns, if we can find them, or help you find them. So, before we get where we are going, we would like to know more about where you have come from, and who might know you, or have known your families."
'Osul nods in general agreement with Armand and Mack.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Monday April 24th, 2017 12:36:57 PM
Atlas tenses when the orcs and gnolls run off, but at Armand's touch he stops. "You are right Armand, but I have a suspicion that they will be back for some of our supplies."
Atlas is ready for the road. He stretches when they see the sun and gets a smile on his face. "Wow, that feels good! Let's get this train moving quickly. Word is out that we're here and it won't take long for someone to decide that we are easy pickings.
"I'll take the lead, Beodir, can you take up the back? I want a fighter and magic at both ends just to be safe. Armand, you want to join me up front?"
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Monday April 24th, 2017 1:07:51 PM
I sadly watch as my band of hidden halfling ninja monks disperse back into the landscape, shortly after the orcs and gnolls run off. I know that a time will come again when they are needed.... and they WILL be ready.
I scratch Squeaver behind the ears, and wave to them as they depart.
DM Shane Monday April 24th, 2017 10:39:33 PM
The apprehension and fear leave the halflings eyes, replaced by a spark of hope, he turns to the remainder of the group. It's true brothers and sisters! We are free! he points, Look ye there, the Masters plans have been exposed and we are still alive! Tears and laughter rock the group, several of them moon and cat call the crucified drow in the distance. you hear praise for Ecandryl. information about the personal habits of the advisors that are less than flattering, A change has overcome the slaves, their real pesonalities are coming out after being repressed for so long.
After a days worth of travel they calm down and you find out a lot about them. They were all captured in raids by monsters and slavers then sold to the drow. Most have been at house D'gul for about a decade. they are really reall interested in getting back to their people. you have folks from Hook city, Plateau City, Windborn hamlet, tears of the wood , and Dirt city. and many different villages and hamlets in between.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday April 25th, 2017 5:42:13 AM
I just enjoy the trek back, feeling good to be back outside and enjoying the fresh air, and sounds of nature.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet Tuesday April 25th, 2017 12:25:38 PM "Hopefully Leskni can help influence Eccy and they can stop the slave trading up there. We'll see. In the mean time, we need to make sure the Tree is safe, so let's keep moving at a brisk pace. We'll plan on the road. I assume we'll pay for most of these folk to get home via merchants traveling through the Tree?
"Mack, could you see if there is anything we can learn from them regarding the surrounding area, the drow, or just anything that would be useful in our quest to do good and protect the Tree and surrounding areas? While you're at it, any hints of ancient dungeons with hoards of treasure would be welcome as well" Atlas beams his trademark smile.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Tuesday April 25th, 2017 1:22:43 PM blah blah blah, blah blah blah, HOARDS OF TREASURE! I go start mingling with the recently freed slaves, to see what I can find out that would be helpful to us, and also make sure they are up to speed on the happenings of the last decade, and all about the Tree.
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Tuesday April 25th, 2017 5:28:59 PM
Armand shakes his head at Atlas's and Mack's antics. He speaks to Atlas while they are at the head of the round-up. "I would hope that 50 gold each would see them be able to get home, even if they had to buy passage on a caravan route. The Tree being a trading center, they might be able to find passage there. Or they may choose to settle at the Tree. A lot can change in 10 years. Home might not necessarily be the same."
Armand turns to 'Osul. "I haven't traveled much...or rather not that familiar with the area, are any of there homes along the way? Even if it would be a detour of maybe a day or two?"
He quietly tells the others, "I don't really want to have to escort each and every one of them safely home. Even though our duty is to safeguard the traderoutes of the Tree, it would seem to me to be a big chore to actually have to caravan this large a group around."
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil d20+6=14 ; Tuesday April 25th, 2017 8:00:07 PM
Beordir tries to enjoy the trip back. He takes Atlas up on his suggestion to keep to the rear. However, it's a far cry from the way he's used to walk the Plain of Branches.
Needless to say, he learns a lot about the weaker members of the troop. While he worries some about their ability adjust into independent life, he also knows some of them are eager to put their servitude behind them.
The Wardens seems to put a lot of stock in treasure, looking for ancient ruins and there are rumors of a payout coming to the former slaves to start them off well. Beordir thinks off in his travels considering the various ruins he's come across.
(OOC Knowledge Geography d20+6=14 ; Not sure if that'll get us anything.)
DM Shane Tuesday April 25th, 2017 9:44:05 PM Mack: finally feels like he is free.
Atlas: feels a ray of hope for the drow with Leskni in the mix.
Armand: worries about the ex-slaves welfare, and thinks of ways to ease the slaves back into society.
‘Osul:
Boerdir thinks about she ex-slaves as well.
after the first day, all the ex-slaves have viscious sunburns, while in pain, they take it in stride and seem rather proud to have gotten a sunburn. one of the human females whos name is Sally exclaims Ha ha I was convinced I'd never see the sun again, much less get a sunburn.
the trip goes by quickly, a small warband of Orcs come over a hill, see the size of the group and quickly turn tail and run. Thats the closest you come to an enconter before you reach the tree.
Once back at the tree the denizens are happy to see you back and take the ex-slaves in like long lost family. the LLyndrathyls Folbe, Ciyradyl, and Hiflanyl go above and beyond in getting the ex-slaves on their way to where they want to be. Once the Teamsters hear of their plight they take them free of charge. they are looked upon as Heros, and who dosent' want to help a hero.
Your trials have taught you much, each person recieves 12,500 exp. A hero point to Mack for being such a pain in the butt, Atlas, Beordir, 'Osul and Armand all get 1 hero point for really good role play.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 26th, 2017 6:05:06 AM
OOC: Yah!!!! Pain In The Butt!!! Take That!!!!!!!!! :) :P
IC;
Once I get settled back in, and make sure the slaves are being helped, Squeaver and I take a load off by the stream, and just relax. I make sure to let everyone know they are welcome to join.
Atlas Sunowl (Trey) AC: 24(modified) (T 16 FF 21) (modified), CMD: 24/19 (modified); HP 61/61 Character Sheet d20+9=18 ; d20+6=20 ; d20+6=20 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2017 10:47:41 AM
Atlas looks in on their lodging and makes sure that all is in order. "Mack, when you get back, do you mind doing a full sweep to make sure nothing is askew?"
Atlas does his best to settle in and enjoy the down time after the road. To help himself relax he heads down to check out the various merchant camps and people, trying to strike up conversations with any pretty ladies he sees. Depending on his luck, he also listens for news from abroad.
--------------------------------------------------------------- Check on their home - Perception: 1d20+9=18 Luck with the ladies - Diplomacy: 1d20+6=20 Gathering of news from abroad - Diplomacy: 1d20+6=20
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 50/50 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday April 26th, 2017 11:09:04 AM
Armand will take the opportunity to go around to the various residents of the Tree and see if anyone can successfully appraise the jewelry the Drow undead children left for the party.
"Don't go running off to far. Someone needs to go and see about selling the armor and swords we've been toting around from those Drow traitors. And then we need to divide up the LOOT," Armand looks around to see if Atlas came running at that word, "in case anyone wants or needs to do some shopping."
Armand pauses again. "Also we have not really decided on what amount to give the ex-slaves to get them back on their feet.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil Wednesday April 26th, 2017 11:33:30 AM
As the trip progresses, Beordir gets more relaxed managing such a large group of people. However, it's still a relief to hand them off to the other denizens of the Tree and shed the constant interruption and responsibility.
When Mack suggests they rest by the stream, Beordir joins him readily and starts with a bath right off. Thereafter, he sits around in his smallclothes drying off and investigating the hand crossbows and rapiers he picked up from the drow.
(OOC is it reasonable for me to have had time to learn a spell on our trip back? Should only take an hour.)
'Osul(Graham) AC:11 (T:11, FF:10), CMD:17, HP:46/46 Wednesday April 26th, 2017 11:44:00 AM
'Osul bids a fond farewell to those who have their freedom and are now heading home. Once the business is attended to, he will also do some shopping, but before that he heads tot he chapel to see what progress The Tree is making.
Mack (Eric R) AC: 16 (T 16 FF 13), CMD: 16; HP 46/46, Speed: 30' Wednesday April 26th, 2017 1:17:13 PM "Good call, Atlas!" I make a check of our living quarters.
Take 20 on my checks of our place.
I'm fine with 50 gp each, or whatever was discussed, as well. And probably let them take whatever standard equipment we picked up that they can use, instead of having to buy stuff.
Then, I get back to resting by the stream. Getting to know Beordir a little better.
Beordir (Galen) AC: 21/16/15, CMD 20, Saves: 6/8/7, HP: 33/43, Mage Armor, Protection from Evil d6=3 ; d20+11=25 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2017 1:56:58 PM
Once he dries off, Beordir gets dressed, and cleans up a bit before looking over his notes about their last expedition. That's a huge pile of pages with little organization.
After fussing with it a while, he asks Mack, "Hey, is there a book binder around? I need to get all this together."
(OOC I'm fine with the 50 gp. However, I don't know how much coin we got from the loot. Hit points for 7th Level d6=3 Spellcraft for Feather fall d20+11=25 Success)
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 55/55 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday April 26th, 2017 8:51:58 PM
so 50gp each, 88 slaves after the orcs and gnolls ran off. that's 4,400 gp, which we can just deduct from the 8,050 we collected off the Drow. Mack - party treasurer.
Also Mack party treasurer ;)
Selling the mundane stuff needs doing... I assume Beodir wants to keep 2 rapiers and 2 hand crossbows. so that would leave 21 rapiers 21x20x.5 = 210 gp 22 studded leather....22x25x.5 = 275 gp 22 bucklers 21x15x.5 = 157.5 gp 21 hand crossbows 21x100x.5 = 1050 gp
Armand (Robert D) AC 18vs evil/touch11/flat15 HP 55/55 CMD 17 Character Sheet Wednesday April 26th, 2017 8:57:17 PM
While I like the idea of a +2 acid burst hammer, Armand cannot afford it. It would be a mighty weapon for Atlas.
DM Shane Wednesday April 26th, 2017 9:56:09 PM Mack: relaxes by the stream, with his mind on his money and his money on his mind. all the drow equipment is Masterwork quality though. so adjust your gp totals for all that stuff. Warden House, as the tree residence have taken to calling it, is pristine. your new butler not only keeps house, he is also a fairly adept tradesman as well. He greets you at the door with a good air of genuine happiness couppled with a serious air. just like a butler is supposed to act.
Atlas: The butler is glad to see you as well and greets you with proper decorum. You are very popular, kids look at you with wonder in their eyes. young women titter and whisper to each other as you walk by. Men want to shake your hand. Older women flirt shamelessly with you and try to hook you up with the daughters/neices/cousins.
Armand: Boolia, is the local jeweler, she's happy to see you and talks you up as she looks over the jewelry. Jeepers! these necklace's are ancient! I'll give you 4,400 gp for them. I've got a buyer in Plateau City I think I can sell them to.
‘Osul: bids the freed people goodbye as he heads off to do some shopping
Boerdir no one at the tree does bookbinding as a profession. But Ryan Mistbender, the scholar and Hedge wizard offer to bind your pages for you, he says you can probably get Dungarth the leatherworker to cover it for you.
Unless you really want to force the money on the ex-slaves they firmly refuse to take it. To a one, they wish they had money to give to you for rescuing them. Between the tree denizens, and the drovers and the story, it looks like the manumitted folk are getting a free ride to wherever they wish to go
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