Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:00 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=6 ; d20=10 ; Tuesday October 31st, 2017 9:36:54 PM Falco asks Cloxo a final questions, "I was thinking about the different experience levels of the groups. Did your tests somehow change based on who was taking the test? If not I am even more impressed we finished." Cloxo was thrilled to answer, a smile wide upon his face. “That is an excellent question and yes they did change depending on the skills of the participants and this magic was the hardest to master. Gamemasters, like myself, spend their entire life building the skills to build the game. Most times we build only the labyrinth that the minotaur hate so much but every once in a while one of us Gamemasters gets to build the Taurnament.” Once he receives his reward, he recalls that he promised a potion to grandmother Esoway, at the beginning of the Taurnament. Grandmother Esoway is near the Wander’s Roost and is disappointed with the news that you are unable to hand over the Anything potion. “But… she says, ... maybe their will be something else Tsak is awakened by the knock on the door. He asks the barmaid, “Thank you Elsie, is this Gynm known to you?” Followed by Kiwina’s similar query. Rolth wonders, "Could this be Gnym of Gnym, poet laureate of Minotaur Isle? Or is this some clever trap?” but once you wake up and open the door you see the poet laureate, one of the judges of the Taurnament, distraught. Gothruk quaffles. Sable and Finnian talk about bow-making after downing the potions. Finnian is having a harder time in the morning after drinking too much. Elyas is happy to be counted as one of the Petals. He tries not to be the center of attention. ----------------
Gynm is noticeably upset, pacing back and forth as he waits. This seems unusual for the normally calm, collected poet. “I’m so sorry to interrupt you this morning but something unimaginable has happened and I need your help. Cloxo, the Gamemaster has been kidn…” Suddenly an old human interrupted Gynm and began shouting. “The Gods are angry! We are all going to die! Repent! Repent! Several taurs approached and tried to move the old woman but she fought back. “No.. no.. I’m not crazy. I need to talk to the Petals. They have to help me.. Help us all.” The taurs wrestle her back away from Gynm. Gynm steps forward in her defense. After a short argument the taurs agree to release the human. “Marie,” Gynm begins and then steps away. “I’m not sure the Petals have time for your conspiracies.” Marie protests, “Gynm, you don’t understand… Cloxo’s kidnapping… the Storm approaching. It’s all coming to an end.” Perception vs DC 6 Highlight to display spoiler: { Somewhere near a female taur sobs. A young male taur pleads, “Ida please, I did not do what you think I did. I don’t know why the child looks like that. Please believe me.” “The Petals, maybe they can help figure out what’s going on. I don’t know what else to do.} Perception vs 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {You notice a large group of sailors talking near the beach. They seem to be talking about the huge dark clouds approaching.}
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=9 ; Tuesday October 31st, 2017 10:02:46 PM
(Perception vs spoilers = 9) Tsak is surprised to find that he is part of the discussion, instead of the eves-dropping bystander that he usually feels like at times like this. Either the beer goggles are still in effect or that Elixir of Domi really was strong stuff. (CHA +1) It seems the thing to do is to follow up on Gynm's information, but he doesn't want to ignore or offend the other folks present. He'll try to patiently listen to everyone and gather as much information as possible, but then talk to the staff about using a private room for a quiet conversation with Gynm and the other petals.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=21 ; d20+6=15 ; Tuesday October 31st, 2017 10:11:16 PM
(Roll: perception = 21)
Kiwina thinks back over the past few days, trying to remember if this is the storm they saw on the Herald and has been hanging around. (Knowledge, Nature = 15)
"Whatever the problem, it's best if we can hear the story from one person and others wait until after they have spoken to add details. But first, Gnym, one question -- Marblehorn and his friends are much more powerful than we are, so what makes you think we are the ones to solve this problem?"
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+8=11 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 7:03:26 AM
Sable wakes up with the thought, I have much to do today - I guess I owe dues as a Specialist and should settle up if I can. Maybe I can get a loaner bow until Finnian and I can get the materials to build a custom one.
His thoughts of archery are interrupted by the hubbub at the door. While the issue of Cloxo being kidnapped is of concern, he listens to the discussion beyond (Perception 11). He will go to speak to the concerned mother.
”Can you tell me what has happened here? How might I be able to help, the others are busy with Cloxo’s kidnapping.”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=20 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 7:15:45 AM "Cloxo kidnapped? Are we sure this isn't just one of his disappearing tricks? What evidence do we have? Were there any witnesses?" And these mysterious clouds, which I think we saw during our return to the isle a few days ago, is there any precedent for them? (Perception = 20, success for spoilers)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=11 ; d20-1=3 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 7:59:35 AM
(Gothruk's charisma raises 1 from 9 to10)
Perception 1D20+6=11 Pass
Gothruk tries to calm down the woman, Steady on there miss, it's no use to for us to be losing our wits. Explain to us what you think is happening, in a way we can understand and we'll do our best to help. Though a missing man may take priority if you have no proof what you say is true.
Diplomacy 1D20-1= 3 Welp...
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+2=11 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 8:41:04 AM
Still with Cloxo: "My that is fascinating. When I am more advanced in my studies I may seek you out to discuss this if it is ok. It would be quite something to make weapons that can change properties based on the experience of the wielder."
- - - - - - -- - Falco takes in the chaos and is taken aback when he learns about Cloxo.
"That is terrible. His skill should be treasured not spirited away. I... Has there been trouble after other Taurnements? Could picking the roses have caused this? No that seems implausible. Are there records about such things?"
Listening to the other problems; the male Taur pleading about his kids, the sailors worry of storms he grows more agitated.
"Kiwana is right, there are others with more experience and might but people will look to us I fear as we are the champions of the moment. There seems to be a lot going on if nothing else we can help set an example to keep people calm. That is if you all are willing. Clearly first we need a better idea of what is actually going on."
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=6 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 9:49:31 AM
[b]Cloxo was kidnapped? Who would kidnap such a person? Perhaps someone who was upset with the outcome of the taurnament? Or perhaps someone is building their own maze or puzzle and are going to force him to help...
In either case, we have to get him back![/]
Perception of 6... Elyas is engaged in the conversation about the kidnapping. He notices the other conversation, but doesn't get distracted by it for now.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+9=27 ; d20=13 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 5:20:34 PM
[perception=27] Finnian listens to the others as the ask their questions about the Cloxo, but over hearing the young Taurs comments he becomes intrigued with the young Taurs comments. "excuse me," he says to the person bring the news of Cloxo and heads over to where the two are talking.
"Pardon me, I do not mean to pry but I am Finnian of the Eight Petaled Rose, I couldn't help but over hear you speaking. What child do you speak of? What happened?" [Diplomacy=13]
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:10 am) (Co-DM Matt) Wednesday November 1st, 2017 9:42:19 PM Tsak is surprised to be a part of the discussion. He wishes to follow up on Gynm’s information but decides to wait and patiently listen. Kiwina thinks over the past few days and recalls the storm that haunted them recently. The characteristics are similar but it seems to of grown in size and covers half the hemisphere. The storm, though, is several miles away.
Kiwina, Rolth, Elyas and Falco talk to Gynm. "Whatever the problem, it's best if we can hear the story from one person and others wait until after they have spoken to add details. But first, Gnym, one question -- Marblehorn and his friends are much more powerful than we are, so what makes you think we are the ones to solve this problem?" says Kiwina.
Rolth adds, “Cloxo kidnapped? Are we sure this isn't just one of his disappearing tricks? What evidence do we have? Were there any witnesses?”
Then Falco, "That is terrible. His skill should be treasured not spirited away. I... Has there been trouble after other Taurnaments? Could picking the roses have caused this? No that seems implausible. Are there records about such things?"
Marie, seems to settle down after being approached by Gothruk, but quickly returns to hysterics. “We are all going to die. The gods, the storm. It’s only the beginning.” She then, becomes suddenly calm. “The world is dead in it’s current form. Here enters a new world order.” With that the woman flees toward the beach. “Prepare! Prepare!”
Sable and Finnian notice the liontaur woman lie on the ground near the Wandering Roost and sobbed as her husband tries to console her. “My children,” she begins. “I had eight cubs nearly a week ago. Every one of my children is mixed race. Mixed race!” Her husband adds, “Mixed race taurs is unheard of and from what I’ve been told cannot happen.”
Gynm, clearly distracted by Marie, pauses and recollects his thoughts as Gothruk speaks to the woman. “Cloxo, left Liontaur Island several days ago to remove the Garden on Minotaur Island. Routine work for the Taurnament. Yesterday, I received an urgent message from the Purple Duke stating that someone snatched him from his bedroom. I have not heard further information but there is an additional problem. The messenger also added that the storm approaching destroyed nearly a quarter of Minotaur Island, near the Duke’s castle.” He then thinks, “I can certainly send Alex and his crew to investigate. That would be an excellent idea plus, I may need them to coordinate rescue operations.” “With that settled, I actually need you and your skills to assist us with securing Chessford. This storm, with everything I heard, is going to destroy many homes and businesses. There is a family, near the West end of Chessford, the Coalborn family. I would need you to start there.”
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=20 ; Wednesday November 1st, 2017 9:51:51 PM “Interesting, “ says Sable, “I wonder, are any of the children Unitaurs?”
Sable thinks, what would “mixed race” actually mean? (Knowledge Nature = 20/22 for Tauric knowledge)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday November 1st, 2017 11:05:44 PM
When the Petals were celebrating after turning in their roses, Kiwina specifically asked Sai to join them in order to hear about the liontaur's dream of the events that would unfold. Now that events seem so be unfolding, Kiwina tries to remember what Sai said.
Meanwhile, "Of course we will help. What secure place would you like us to bring people to? I am not that familiar with Chessford."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=12 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 12:25:45 AM
(Perception re: storm = 12) A storm, thinks Tsak, as well as shelter we'll need food, water and warmth!
Once Gynm has answered Kiwina with a secure place Tsak will enroll a bar maid to collect blankets and food, whilst the couple should gather their children as well as water and wood for a fire, that will keep them busy for a time. He sends another bar maid to the docks to warn those on ships to get themselves to safety.
To Gynm You can count on us, please keep us appraised of events on Minotaur Isle
That done he prepares to head to West Chessford and find the Coalborn's. On the way he tries to take a good look at the storm as he hurries along.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Thursday November 2nd, 2017 4:36:42 AM "The storm really is bad then? I didn't think it looked all that exceptional when we saw it on our way back from the maze. Being on a small island the buildings are designed to handle some amount of storm damage, how much worse is this than a normal heavy storm?
Elyas is broken out of his academic curiosity by Tsak taking leadership and getting people assigned to tasks. Right, right, we should get moving, and talk about why this storm is what it is at a later time... still it is very interesting....
Elyas does what he can to help get people moving, then follows Tsak to move towards West Chessford
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None Thursday November 2nd, 2017 7:12:08 AM Perhaps if this storm is of magical origins then magic will be the easiest way with which to defend ourselves from it? Gothruk says as he follows Tsak after failing to calm down the old human lady.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=5 ; d20+3=8 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 7:15:25 AM
(OOC: Starting with a quick flashback to our downtime, now that we have resolved how many tokens are left and so forth)
During the party downtime after turning in the Taurnament Roses, Rolth makes an attempt to profit from our remaining two tokens. He will try to market them not just as tokens with cash value, but as the remaining tokens of the Taurnament Champion Eight Petaled Rose, complete with a certificate of authenticity signed by all eight Petals. If that doesn't work, he will use his trading clan ties to get the face value for the tokens. (Diplomacy = 5 to persuade someone that the tokens are worth more than face value)
Back in the present, Rolth also accepts the mission to seek out the Coalborn family. "Can you tell us where to find the Coalborns and how to recognize them? What should we do with them when we find them? Also, are there any reports of how the storm inflicts its damage? Is it wind, waves, or something more eldritch? That will help us make proper defenses for Chessford."
To the upset couple, Rolth offers the following consoling words, "Perhaps your situation is the will of Domi, signaling the beginning of a return of the noble taur race of our common ancestors. Did not the Eight Petaled Rose return with one Rose for each taur subrace--liontaur, centaur, and minotaur? And see these marks that I was granted by Domi himself, granting his favor on our endeavors. So return to protect your children of Domi and do not despair in the face of this storm!" (Diplomacy = 8)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Thursday November 2nd, 2017 8:06:11 AM
Falco listens to the others talk and hears his questions asked before he has a chance to.
"Elyas I agree, this is very interesting but it is time for action. Lets see if we can bring some peace of mind to people."
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+10=15 ; d20+4=13 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 4:02:10 PM "Unitaur?" Finnrick asks quizzically, "I am unfamiliar with this, but I do know some of mixes races. Being one myself." he adds. do you know anyone who could help or have more knowledge of such things.
[know Nature 15,Arcana 13] do I know anything of these mixed race taura?
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:20 am) (Co-DM Matt) Thursday November 2nd, 2017 8:07:27 PM Sable tries to imagine the what a mixed race may actually mean but finds that the husband is correct when saying the different races cannot co-mingle. “My wife, I understand why she is upset, thinks I did something. That witch, Marie came and saw me just before the birth. Maybe she put a spell on me?” He thought about it for a couple tense seconds. He then shouted after her. “What did you do to my children? They were fine before you visited.” But Marie had already disappeared in a small shack on the beach. Kiwina tries to remember what Sai had said about his dream and vaguely recalls something about a shipwreck. Sai, being a young man, was pulled away at the last minute by his parents. Tsak thinks about what he will need to help the Coalborns. He then finds a bar maid to collect blankets and food. As well as advising the couple to collect water and wood. He then send another to the docks to warn the sailors docked at the beach. This bar maid, stops and replies, “Good sir, I believe the sailors near the dock are fully aware of the storm. The sailors are a very suspicious, superstitious group.” Of the storm, Elyas asks if the storm is really bad. Marie, the biggest proponent of the storm has left. Gymn looks to find it is approaching quickly and notes that it is larger then usual. Elyas then begins to get everyone moving. Gothruk asks, “Perhaps if this storm is of magical origins then magic will be the easiest way with which to defend ourselves from it?”
Rolth tries to sell the taurnament coins but the incoming storm has most distracted with a couple sellers partially interested then running off to batten down something. He then adds, "Can you tell us where to find the Coalborns and how to recognize them? What should we do with them when we find them? Also, are there any reports of how the storm inflicts its damage? Is it wind, waves, or something more eldritch? That will help us make proper defenses for Chessford."
Gymn suddenly realizes who the couple is and introduces them as Baron and Cera. To the upset couple, Rolth offers the following consoling words, "Perhaps your situation is the will of Domi, signaling the beginning of a return of the noble taur race of our common ancestors. Did not the Eight Petaled Rose return with one Rose for each taur subrace--liontaur, centaur, and minotaur? And see these marks that I was granted by Domi himself, granting his favor on our endeavors. So return to protect your children of Domi and do not despair in the face of this storm!"
Baron’s face scrunches up as he is visibly upset. “ you chalk it up to the will of a god? To make my children endure hardships.. and the only reason i get.. is its a gods will.”
The man waves his hand, saying he’s done with the conversation.
Falco agrees with Elyas. He thinks it's time for action and wants to help those that need it.
Finnian puzzles over the word unitaur but equals it to being mixed race like himself.
Gymn adds. “ Not mixed like half elves or half orcs, but minotaurs with back ends from Centaurs. The parents are both minotaurs, yet their children exhibit traits from another taur race. Another case i heard was a centaur with hair like a liontaur, and a liontaur born with minotaur horns. It makes no sense at all. “
The families need help, the witch's shack calls, and those sailors are a superstitious lot… (OOC: What path do you choose? The other paths will resolve themselves, eventually :)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Thursday November 2nd, 2017 8:54:23 PM "Folks aren't listening to us and telling us what we need to know to best help them," Kiwina tells the other Petals. "We are going to have to do the best we can. Rolth, you know the area better than the rest of us -- is there somewhere better than Sandifurr Mercantile to send people? Preferably to the east, away from the ocean. We could send children there to be safe, and any adults who aren't too busy trying to save their property from the storm. And like Gynm said, we should start at the west end of town and head east from there."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=29 ; Thursday November 2nd, 2017 10:17:24 PM
Rolth suggests that he and Kiwina take Falco to quickly talk to the witch gain her insight and assistance. They can then bear Falco and the witch if she will come to catch up to the rest of the party and help find and rescue the Coalborns. "Don't forget our new and old potions if things go bad!
He also takes a look around and wrecks his brain to remember any high ground nearby, and maybe some caves in hills that might afford some protection from the storm. (Perception = 29 to spot some useful terrain)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Friday November 3rd, 2017 2:16:57 AM
Tsak is happy with Rolth's suggestion on how to split resources. The sailors are aware of the storm and a hardy folk who can look after themselves. Starting at the east end of Chessford he'll start door-knocking with the remaining petals to warn people of the incoming storm and make them aware of the best safe place, as well as encouraging them to look after not only themselves but the less able amongst their community. He'll also ask about the Coalborns whereabouts as he goes.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Friday November 3rd, 2017 4:38:32 AM
Elyas asks Rolth Would it be helpful to ave a second mage come to visit the witch? If I would slow you down too much, I am happy to help with storm preparations, but my skills may be better served investigating magical phenomenon.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Friday November 3rd, 2017 7:16:04 AM "I agree a conversation with the witch is needed and probably easily handled. I would agree with Elyas that the two of us might be of use. Like all of us we are not that experienced so either one may miss something."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None Friday November 3rd, 2017 7:27:00 AM
Gothruk will take whoever follows in the direction of the Coulborns fin what situation they are in.
If we don't manage to get any information on where they may be then being naturally large and strong he will help prepare for the storm, he'll move supplies/help build covers.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' Friday November 3rd, 2017 3:56:30 PM
Finnian will go with thw group and try tonhelp out anyway he can. Now that I know a bit about spell casting, perhaps I can be of some assistance, even though my knowledge is more of the natural Wold than that if the Arcane.
Dm shawn -the storm approaches d100=20 Friday November 3rd, 2017 7:34:14 PM
"Folks aren't listening to us and telling us what we need to know to best help them," Kiwina tells the other Petals. "We are going to have to do the best we can. Rolth, you know the area better than the rest of us -- is there somewhere better than Sandifurr Mercantile to send people? Preferably to the east, away from the ocean. We could send children there to be safe, and any adults who aren't too busy trying to save their property from the storm. And like Gynm said, we should start at the west end of town and head east from there." Rolth suggests that he and Kiwina take Falco to quickly talk to the witch gain her insight and assistance. Looking around he does recall a mountainous region nearby. Rolth only Highlight to display spoiler: {He then notices a clan of liontaur heading North followed by several others. They are heading toward the village of Kotori. The Kotori clan, is located in within the hills of Zelltoro. It’s a long trek to Zelltoro but there are caves that could offer them shelter.} Tsak is happy with the suggestion of splitting up. He starts knocking on the doors on the East end of Chessford. The activity seems to produce positive results and most of the residents freely leave and head toward the hills. A few refuse to leave and wish to reinforce the large liontaur homes. The Coalborns, you find near the end of the village. The first home you see is boarded up. It’s large windows closed and secured. Diplomacy vs DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {Upon asking around you find that the Coalborns are a large clan spread out past the end of Chessford. The entire clan is staying in their homes. At least half the clan is busy boarding up the home but with children running around they are struggling to stay on task.} Elyas asks, “Would it be helpful to have a second mage come to visit the witch? If I would slow you down too much, I am happy to help with storm preparations, but my skills may be better served investigating magical phenomenon.”
Rolth heads with Kiwina, Falco, and Elyas to the witches hut. The dilapidated building sits on the beachy sand, parts seemingly hanging off into nothingness. The wind kicks up sand, stinging your faces as you march to the hut. Stepping inside, it is a different world. A pungent ordor of cooking meat, and decaying fish assault you. Bones of dead animals and fish hang from the beams inside the hut. Sitting near the boiling cauldron is a table, with a huge globe sitting atop three pyramids.
The sound of beads separating is heard as the witch enters from an adjacent room. “ Ahh the paragons of virtue bestow upon me their time. Is it questions, futures.. wants and desires? Or are you just hear to get your palm read?..... “
She reaches into her gown and produces a handful of bones and tosses them on the table with a loud clickity clack. “ The bones talk.. if one knows how to listen. They tell the tales of those not alive yet. The speak of times not arrived. They tell of something coming. “ she picks up the bones and tosses them again… her look doesn't change. “ There's no stopping what can't be stopped, no killing what can't be killed. The storm is the least of our worries… you see when I ask the bones to see the future. Their reply is.. What future? As if our time is at an end.. not us as individuals, but taurs, humans, elves and all the goodly races. Something is wrong with the Wold. Something is wrong with the bones, and as a woman who has read and listened to the bones my whole life… that frightened me more than any bandit in the night.”
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20=13 ; d20+6=20 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 7:37:37 AM
(Diplomacy=13 Fail, Perception=20) Tsak tries to see what's special about the Coalborn's (perception) to decide if he should escort them to the safe place or keep knocking on doors or re-join with the mages. He doesn't want to split the group up any more. If the Coalborn's look like they can make their way to safety, and the neighborhood has been forewarned, then perhaps its time to join those who went to see the witch.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=12 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 9:01:07 AM
Sable helps the Lionataurs find the best way to safety (Perception 12) then rejoins the party at the Witch’s Hut.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 12 (T11/F10)12/12HP |Guisarme +3 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=1 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 9:42:02 AM
Roll to assist Tsak's Diplomacy 1D20-1=1 Fail His yelling lands on deaf ears or otherwise gets little response. With that he moves with the rest of the group to meet up with Rolth's crew. (unless someone else can assist Tsak with his attempt)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=18 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 2:49:46 PM
Rolth thanks Marie for her insight, and inquires "If this cannot be stopped, do the bones say anything about influencing its course? And if this is the end of an age, is there any precedent for such passing of ages that might lend us insight into what lies next and what to do about it? And would you come with us to a place of at least temporary safety? I think we may have need of your wisdom even more in the coming days, and I suspect that this abode on the sand may not stand long against the coming storm. (Diplomacy = 18 - or 19 if she is an ally of Domi - to persuade Marie)
With that, Rolth will point out to the Petals and Marie the potential to gain some safety in the caves near the village of Kotori in the hills of Zelltoro. He suggests rejoining with the rest of the party, and leading the way there, taking along as many as we can find.
(OOC: I will be traveling internationally today through Thursday. I expect to be able to post, but if it seems like I will be missing more than one post, I would welcome someone stepping in to sub for me. Just think impetuous nature tempered by some learned wisdom and a desire to do good.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20=2 ; Saturday November 4th, 2017 5:47:07 PM "Kupunawahine," Kiwina says to Marie, in a respectful tone that she might understand since the word (meaning grandmother) will be foreign to her, "what sort of help do you require? We are trying to get as many people as we can to safety in the coming storm, but I fear that in their confusion they might blame you for things none of us understand. Like the children." (Diplomacy = 2 to aid Rolth)
If the woman answers or tries to, Kiwina listens. The aumakua have not spoken to him in dreams of late, though, and it is frankly unbelievable that they would not mention the end of the world.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20=19 ; Sunday November 5th, 2017 8:43:24 PM
Newly invigorated with self confidence Finnian runs around searching for the Coalborns. Finally he is able to point the group he is with to where the Coalborns are located but upon arriving he finds the boarding up their houses and not wanting to leave. He searches for the leader of the clan in hopes of pursuading them that leaving is the safest course of action. I leu of getting them to leave their homes he pleads that they allow the peatls to help secure the multitude of children running around and escort them to a safer place.
[diplomace=19]
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+1=15 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 7:18:53 AM "What Rolth says is true. While no expert on predictions I do know there are many ways to interpret things. If the Wold is coming to an end well... not much we can do but we cannot assume that is the case. Come with us, help people calm and maybe guidance will come."
[Assist Rolth Dip: 15]
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Monday November 6th, 2017 12:04:30 PM This is indeed disturbing omens, but I for one have never put much stock in the Bones' ability to tell the future. Afterall, the owner of those bones died, so they couldn't have been all that prescient, right?
Elyas smiles, trying to make light of the situation, but knows that it is something to be worried about.
As Falco says, if the end is coming, there is little we can do to change it. But it may only be one possible outcome. What can the Bones tell us about the present? what needs to be done now? or the past? what happened to bring these storms on our Wold?
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=11 ; d20+6=13 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 4:47:46 PM
Having been lead to the Coalborns by Finnian Gothruk takes a look at the building they are holed up in. If it stands a decent chance of surviving the storm then he'll encourage the rest of the crew to leave. We have better use of our time then trying to help people who don't want to be helped. Otherwise he'll point out any weaknesses in the structure and try to convince the Coalborns to get to the safest place, where everyone else is gathering.
Perception to see how likely the building is to survive the storm 1D20+6=11
Intimidate to try and get them to come with us 1D20+6=13
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:30 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=18 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 6:59:54 PM Tsak,Finnian,Sable and Gothruk talk to the Coalborn clan. The Coalborns seem to be overwhelmed. The entire clan is attempting to board up the homes. The liontaur children are struggling to push the large planks into place. Any forewarning falls on deaf ears in this community but Finnian does his very best to convince the young clan leader Arostle that heading to the mountains is a better idea. “Listen,” says the young leader. “The Coalborn clan has been here for a millenia. Some storm is not going to move us. I don’t care what that witch says. That’s not to say you haven’t moved me with your request but I am not convinced we need to fear that storm. I tell you what. If you can convince me with some evidence, then I give you my word the clan will move.”
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Rolth thanks Marie for her insight, and inquires about possibly stopping the storm. If there is a precedent that may lead to a solution and if she will leave her small abode for safer grounds. Falco says, "What Rolth says is true. While no expert on predictions I do know there are many ways to interpret things. If the Wold is coming to an end well... not much we can do but we cannot assume that is the case. Come with us, help people calm and maybe guidance will come." Elyas tells a joke, which does not go over well with the witch then adds, “As Falco says, if the end is coming, there is little we can do to change it. But it may only be one possible outcome. What can the Bones tell us about the present? what needs to be done now? or the past? what happened to bring these storms on our Wold?”
Kiwina explains the others may blame her for things they do not understand.
Marie shakes her head in the negative, I will not leave. I don't fear that which we do not know. If a storm is the reason to end me, no running will stop it. There is no way to stop this.. much like there is no way to stop death. Hide.. Run.. it matters not. If the storm wants you… it’ll have you.”
Turning to Falco, she adds.. “ my person alone will shake them. You saw that family…. They’ve for sure mentioned my name as the reason why their children are deformed. The others will just believe I am the reason for this. They won't listen to my words and think it is my dark magic that brings the deathstorm here. My appearance will insight violence.. and that is not needed at the time. Your friend Kiwina understands.
She laughs at Eyas. Not at his joke but his statement of what needs to be done. “ Are you a god?” she asks. “ do you have power to change the past? Your only choice is to survive… any way you can. I do not know what brings this here. I don't know what caused those children to be deformed. “ a loud rumble stops her words.
“ There is no more time.. you need to go, unless you want to bunker down here.”
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20=19 ; Monday November 6th, 2017 7:25:07 PM
(Diplomacy = 19) Disheartened by his initial inability to impress the urgency of the situation onto the Coalborns, Tsak nevertheless continues to press Arostle: Sitting here with your head in the sand is not leading your clan, especially if it's simply what has always done. True, we have no proof of the storms malevolence beyond the warnings of experienced beings, but what do you have to lose by taking the safest course? If you are right, but go to the caves and come back in a few days to your house as it is now, you lose nothing. If you are wrong and you stay here, you may lose much. My friends and I will search for your 'evidence', but there is a limit to the danger I will put them in simply because of your obtuse stubbornness.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Monday November 6th, 2017 11:10:04 PM
Kiwina says to Marie, "If you have no advice for us how to best help people, we will do what we can. I hope it goes well with you."
Assuming the group leaves the shack, with or without additional insight, Kiwina will look for Tsak. Gynm's report of the devastation to Minotaur Isle might convince some folks to seek shelter, and others might be glad to have their children sheltered even if they want to stay and protect their homes.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=14 ; Tuesday November 7th, 2017 12:46:14 AM
Having done his best to gather information from Marie and persuade her to come to relative safety, Rolth is ready to rejoin the rest of the Petals in speaking to the Coalborns. After all, that is where we were actually sent to try to help.
Upon joining the conversation with Aristide, Rolth will attempt to aid Tsak in persuading Arostle to move with us to the safety of the higher ground. "Reports from Minotaur aisle indicate that one third of the Isle has been laid waste. And it is a fact that the dwellings on Minotaur Isle, which I have seen with my own eyes during my journeys, were much higher than your seaside location, so you should expect worse here. And we are not here because of what the witch said, rather we have come to implore you to move at the behest of Gynm of Gynm himself, poet laureate, scholar, and one of the wise leaders of the recent Taurnament. He thinks that you have a special role to play in events to come, and would not see you come to harm. Please, for the sake of us all, including your precious cubs, let us not tarry here, but rather move to the safety of the hills.. This last Rolth says with a significant look at any mothers or wives that might be listening nearby no might help sway Arostle. (Diplomacy = 14 to aid Tsak, success for a total of 21 so far)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Tuesday November 7th, 2017 8:43:00 AM "Marie, I understand what you say and, though I do not agree with lumping all witches together and evil, I can see why you don't wan't to make things worse. Personally I think people seeing you trying to help might overcome the prejudice but I do understand."
He looks at his friends. "I will try and check back in on you if possible and with you well."
He returns with the others and hearing Rolths impassioned plea holds his tongue.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Tuesday November 7th, 2017 2:13:25 PM
Before leaving with the others, Elyas asks Marie one more time
"Do you know anything that might point to the cause of the mutations in these children? I know you are not to blame, but do you have any insight into what happened? Is this related to the storm, or something unrelated?"
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20=16 ; d20+7=12 ; Tuesday November 7th, 2017 3:19:58 PM " I thought they were going to see the witch," Finnian thinks to himself "I guess that didn't pan out"
"I still think you a wrong, but I understand wanting to try to save your homes. I will try and find you some proof," [Diplomacy aid?=16]
He walks off as Rolth appears allowing the Liontaur to have his say.
He attempts to use his knowledge of the land to determine how bad the storn might be
.[knowledge nature=12]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=12 ; Tuesday November 7th, 2017 5:01:10 PM
Diplomacy to assist with Tsak. 1D20-1=12=pass. (Tsak's Diplomacy is now at 23)
We don't have time or ability to find proof due to the nature of the situation. We've been told that this storm has caused chaos and destruction along Minotaur Island.
Hopefully that convinces them and we can assist them moving items & supplies from the houses to take to the caves.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Tuesday November 7th, 2017 7:46:13 PM
Tsak is unsure whether he has been able to persuade Arostle, but is heartened by the support he feels from his comrades and their selflessness in seeking to aid the community. It's enough to make a tear form in his non-aiming eye...
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (8:40 am) (Co-DM Matt) Tuesday November 7th, 2017 7:57:54 PM Tsak is disheartened but with successful arguments from the other Petals, Arostle looks around and relents. “Ok,” he begins. “I will need help rounding up everyone. There are 16 houses in our clan. Each home has a large window with wooden shutters. This perch is the best way to approach the houses. Give them a good knock and they will answer. Will you help me?” (OOC: If you choose to help these are the rules: At each home, roleplay the approach. Knock on the door. Roll a skill check or cast a spell. Anything that may convince each resident to head out. Max two houses per turn. - Dms will then counter)
As the others leave the witch. Elyas asks about the mutated children and if it is related. Elyas only Highlight to display spoiler: { “I’m afraid,” she said sadly, “that this is no ordinary storm. Your friends left so I will tell you that I have heard from a dead god, none too friendly. Visions I have never seen before in my old age. The mutations are only the beginning of a change no one wants but everyone will get. The reason behind the changes are not known. I can only repeat what I see.” } ---- The storm booms outside. A bright, electric thread burst from the sky and strikes something within the dark water. It's too dark to make anything out. On the beach, the sailors panic. They work to completely secure their ships. Captain Parson works with the Marblehorns group and you notice several other taurnament groups out helping residents and sailors.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=16 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 12:59:08 AM
Rolth readily agrees to help round up the clan, and immediately sets about trying to do so. He welcomes help from any of the Petals who wish to aid him. He approaches the first door, knocks firmly, and calls out, "I am Rolth Niheow of the Eight Petaled Rose, recent champions of the Taurnament of Roses. But your leader, Arostle, has sent me here on an even nobler quest. Which is to say that he wants you to gather with the rest of the clan and us to head into the hills to more safely wait out the storm. Let me help you gather your vital possessions and quickly move to the gathering!" (Diplomacy = 16, or 17 if they are Domi's folk, to persuade them to leave)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+4=22 ; d20-1=4 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:42:48 AM
Sable will approach a second domicile, boldly stride up to the door and knock loudly (Strength 22). ”You all need to leave, the storm is too strong. By command of your leader, Arostle, you must leave with the rest of your clan for the safety of the hills.” (Diplomacy 4)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+1=12 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 6:03:48 AM
(Diplomacy=12) Tsak, following along behind Sable, peers around him and surveys the shattered wood that used to pass for a door. Sorry about that, but my friend is right, a mighty storm is nearly upon us and Arostle has decreed the clan must move. Please quickly gather your family and only that which is absolutely necessary and head for the hills. Your lives depend on your haste!
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20=16 ; d20=12 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 7:11:09 AM
Kiwina hesitates momentarily, considering following Rolth, but time is pressing. He heads for a new house and knocks. "My name is Kiwina, an adventurer in the Taurnament. Arostle has asked for our help gathering the clan to move to a safer location. Reports from Minotaur aisle indicate that one third of the Isle has been laid waste. And Gynm of Gynm himself, asked that we help your clan in particular. Please, for the sake of your cubs, hurry."
(roll: diplomacy = 16)
If he has time to gather those at this domicile and move to another, Kiwina repeats the same message. (roll: diplomacy = 12)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+3=15 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 10:51:02 AM
(OOC: Updated post now that we have a clarification re how many we can each try)
Rolth tries the same approach at a second house, emphasizing the order from Arostle and the need for speed. (Diplomacy = 15)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Wednesday November 8th, 2017 12:57:52 PM
Falco follows Rolth along but his mind is racing about the storm and the witches words. If the storm wants you it will have you. A curious choice of phrase, is the storm intelligent and choosing victims. Is it actively guided?" mumbeling ot himself "Focus Falco.. those thoughts are for latter."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+1=16 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 4:23:50 PM
(Diplomacy = 16) Realising the number of houses they have to cover, and just how close the storm is, Tsak heads to another house and bashes on the door as hard as he can Flee, a mighty storm approaches. Arostle has decreed that we flee to the hills. Grab your children and run for your lives!
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20=16 ; d20=12 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:09:50 PM
Finnian takes up the call and goes to a couple doors knocking on them and speaking the there inhabitants. "I have spoken to Arostle, he has semt me to urge you to leave. This is no ordinary storm," he says with a sense of urgency.
[Diplomacy=16,12] I don't know if I needed 2 or not
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:16:00 PM
Gothruk stops Arostle and quicks asks, Do you have sonething we could say to them that would make them believe the order to evacuate was from you? He hurriedly listens before running off to the first house.
He bangs on the first door with his huge calloused hands. Hey! Open up, I have a message from Arostle. He's ordered an evacuation to the caves where everyone will be safer. If you help me spread the message to the other clanmembers I'll come back here once everybody's been informed and help you move anything you want to take with you.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=8 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 5:19:25 PM
Forgot the Diplomacy roll, silly me. Assuming I don't get any bonuses from bring up Arostle's name 1D30-1=8
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Wednesday November 8th, 2017 7:15:32 PM
Elyas hurries to catch up with the others, and sees them knocking on doors as he aproaches, having delayed slightly at the witch's house. He will join up with the others and aid in convincing the taurs to evacuate as soon as he cab
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (9:00 am) (Co-DM Matt) Wednesday November 8th, 2017 8:32:52 PM Rolth approaches the first door, knocks firmly and identifies himself. -- A large liontaur with an enormous unkept mane appears within the open porch. He is wearing a sleeveless white shirt. He scratches at the shirt and speaks in a baritone tone. “May, we gotta go to the mountains. This guy says he wants to get us to safety from the storm.” From behind him comes a reply, “I told you, it was a bad storm. Offer him some coffee for his trouble.” The liontaur offers you a cup of coffee. He declines your offer to help but assures you they will gather their things to leave. Rolth approaches the second house. A female liontaur steps from the perch and gives him a huge hug. “Oh, thank you,” she said and asks you to pull from the house a huge box of belongings. “We need to figure out how to get this up there.” Pointing to the mountains.
Sable is not so successful. The knock was strong, rattled the home and knocked the shutter from the hinges. The residents were not too pleased. A smaller male liontaur closed the remaining shutter and added, “Leave us alone.” To Tsak, “He broke my door? We had not planned on moving. We have survived other storms like this. This house, outside of my door was ready for the storm. Help me fix my door.” The liontaur stepped through the perch and attempted to lift the door.
Gothruk uses Arostle’s name at the house he goes to. Inside a liontaur resides.. and stands before him with a bottle of whiskey. “ Yeah? You dont say.. Arostle.” he snickers before taking a swig of the whiskey. “ You tell Arostle if he wants me out, to come get me. Otherwise im gonna hang here and finish this bottle and ride out the storm. “
Finnian has better luck as he encounters a young newlywed couple. The woman swollen from carrying a child in her belly. “ Thank you” the young man says. “ we were worried and didn't know what to do. We’ll head there at once.”
Kiwina hesitates for a moment, finds a home, knocks and explains what is going on. “Oh my,” said the liontaur mother of two cubs. The first cub was covered from the bottom to it’s waist. It struggled to free itself from the blanket but the liontaur ensured it stayed covered. The second sat in a large basket with only it’s liontaur torso and legs visible. “If Gynm says we need to go then we will go but what will other taurs say of my new cubs?” She then reveals the second child as a liontaur with a minotaur head. “I will be a laughing stock at the parent/teacher meetings. As a sorcerer, I have managed to cast an “extended illusion” on my first cub but I cannot cast it on both.” The second home-owner, argues for a moment but relents. “What’s going on with the children next door,” says the curious liontaur.
Falco follows along with Rolth but is struck by the words the witch said. Is the storm intelligent he asks himself? Those thoughts would have to wait till later.
Elyas hurries to join the others. There are a pair of houses nearby. ----- The storm bares down as the air begins to stink of rain and lightning bursts. Thunder booms.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+7=14 ; d20+7=24 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 9:13:17 PM
Rolth figures we have time for one more effort before we need to leave. He approaches the house where Sable failed to sway the occupants. He bangs the remaining shutter open, stands on the door the fellow is trying to lift, and bellows, "Get your stuff and get moving, Arostle's orders. Staying is not an option, your clan needs you now. RIGHT NOW!" (intimidate = 14)
He then moves to the house that Gothruk tried, and tells the drunkard, "Forget Arostle, I'm here and I'm saying to get your hindquarters in gear and move out with the clan. We're going to need everyone to pitch in and you're going if I have to drag you and your bottle off by the scruff of your neck. GET MOVING!" (intimidate = 24)
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None Wednesday November 8th, 2017 10:29:40 PM
At the first house, Kiwina tells the young mother, "Your cubs look strong and healthy, which is always a blessing. Other families with newborns are reporting the same concerns -- you'll find yourself in good company." To himself, he notes that it might be best to address the issue of mixed children head-on with the group at large when enough folks gather.
At the second house he says, "She fears the children won't handle the travel well. I hope the rest of the clan can recognize a fellow child of Domi and help."
(OOC: It looks like Kiwina can carry about 150 additional pounds without losing speed, or about 320 additional pounds while maintaining a 35' rate.) "If you have food and a suitable container, let's make the most of it. I'll carry what I can." he says to the gathering clan. Unless someone has a saddle pack, though, it may not be that much.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None Wednesday November 8th, 2017 11:22:15 PM I won't be staying to fix your door, and neither should you. I hope your clan can get along without you, because your chief sent me here to warn you OF A STORM LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE!
Having expressed some of his frustration at the pig-headedness of these people, Tsak looks around for anyone who's struggling to keep up on the path to the mountains. He won't help save 'stuff' but will do all he can for people.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+3=7 ; Wednesday November 8th, 2017 11:26:26 PM
(Intimidate = 7) (OOC: I thought maybe an intimidate roll may have helped with the above. It well might have, if Tsak didn't look and sound like an enraged puppy to these guys...)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20-1=18 ; d20-1=5 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 2:17:25 AM
Sable moves on to a new house, knocking more gently this time and says ”You really need to leave now before the storm hits, let’s get you safely to the hills with the others in your tribe”. (Diplomacy 18)
Sable then moves to one last house and tries again. ”You lot, it is time to move - the storm approaches.” Diplomacy 5
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+1=16 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 7:22:07 AM
Falco follows Sable to one of the new houses trying to help convince the people to leave.
"I know it is an inconvenience but this really is a very dangerous situation. Please, your leaders, and us as representatives of the Eight Petal Rose, implore you to leave for safety."
{Diplomacy: 16}
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20=16 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 2:41:59 PM
Elyas catches up to Falco and tries to help him convince the people living there to move to higher ground.
We have seen the effectsof this storm from out on the sea, and we assure you it is not going to be an easy one. I know it is difficult to leave your homes, but please trust us to help keep you safe!
Diplomacy aid roll for Falco: 16
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+9=26 ; d20+10=24 ; d20=14 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 3:43:09 PM
Finnian spends some time looking to the sky and trying to determine how much time they have until the storm hits and exactly how bad it will be.
[Perception 26, Knowledge Nature 24]
He then has time to go to another house. "Your clan chief has sent me I am to help you get to safety"
[Diplomacy 14]
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20-1=2 ; d3=2 ; d20-1=12 ; d20-1=13 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 5:21:04 PM
Gothruk nods to the man. Respecting his right to make his own decisions, even if they are reckless. Though you don't want to leave, can I ask of you to spread the word? You can take care of yourself but there will be families who need to move, the earlier they know the more they'll be able to take with them. For the good of your clan. (Diplomacy=2 if that is required)
He then moves onto the next house. Knock knock Hello. I have a message from Arostle. He's decided it would be best to evacuate to the caves where everyone will be safer. Help spread the word if you can. (Diplomacy = 12)
He moves onto the next house. Knocking on the door Hello! I bear a message from Arostle. He thinks the Clan will be safer up in the caves of the mountains. I'm going to keep spreading the message then return to the houses that need help. Diplomacy = 13
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (9:15 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=7 ; d20=17 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 9:13:50 PM Rolth bangs on the house Sable had approached and took a very different approach. “Well, you don’t have to be rude,” shouted the liontaur. He then dropped the door and disappeared within the house. A moment later returning with his belonging. “Only because Arostle said so. If I find that’s not true..” He begins to threaten but heads toward the caves. Rolth moved to the next house. The drunk resident of this house cowers, drops his drink and stares blankly. Several children appear and are also shaken. Tsak is frustrated but everyone outside of the homes seems to be doing fine.
Kiwina informs the residents at his house that others have reported the same problem. “For some reason that’s not helpful,” the resident says but packs up her things and calls for her partner to help. They then head toward the caves. “I can certainly understand that,” says the second mother. She then accepts Kiwina’s offer for help.
Sable moves on to the next house and advises them to head out. They pack up without further instructions but the next house is outright hostile. “I’m not moving. It looks to me…” throwing a hand toward Rolth “...like you just want us to move from the houses so you can take them! I will have to speak to Arostle myself.” Falco assists Sable. The red-headed liontaur fumes but slowly settles after seeing Arostle leaving a neighbor’s house. “Ok,” he says then gathers his belongings.
Elyas finds a single room house. Inside the house is a family of five. “We have very little. I so hope we do not lose our house.” He then collects his children and they start toward the caves. Finnian’s final house is happy to leave and they give him no trouble. The sky is dark. The darkness begins to overwhelm the sky and the rain begins.
Gothruk respects the liontaur’s decision but adds, “Though you don't want to leave, can I ask of you to spread the word? You can take care of yourself but there will be families who need to move, the earlier they know the more they'll be able to take with them. For the good of your clan.” The liontaur takes another swallow and asks Gothruk to leave. “The good of the clan? Do you think the clan would do anything for me?” He then locks himself in the house. Gothruk moves to the next house. The liontaur couple seem partially willing to move. They have some reservations but ultimately thank Gorthruk and begins to pack. “Oh, by the way,” adds the male liontaur. “Axel, is a drunk. He assumes everyone is against him but it’s mainly just an issue with his drinking. He is actually a nice guy, when he is not drunk. Poor guy lost his family and takes it out on everyone.” A couple other families here the news and pack their bags.
---- The wind picks up. The rain begins to pelt everything with thick droplets. Perception vs DC: 17 Highlight to display spoiler: {} Marie’s shack, upon the sand begins to shake. Items begin flying from the home. With a really impressive perception you notice that Marie struggles with a large case. She attempts to drag it through the sand.
Kiwina (Steve M) (28/28 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:16) | Status: None d20+8=20 ; Thursday November 9th, 2017 9:58:47 PM
(Roll: perception = 20)
Kiwina takes a count of the households ready to leave. The Petals have not been totally successful, but the majority of the clan is moving. He provides the help he promised when it comes to carrying food and maybe a few necessities like blankets. He also points out to the others if they've missed it that Marie has decided to move after all.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/19 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Status: None d20+6=12 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 1:29:50 AM
Perception = 12 failed to display spoiler
Tsak will walk with the Taur families to the mountain helping carry necessary supplies/keeping track of children. He's preoccupied with the work and hadn't noticed that Marie had decided to move until Kiwina pointed it out.
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+8=21 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 2:58:00 AM
Sable notices that Marie is struggling with a large bag and offers to help carry it.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+7=18 ; d20+3=23 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 7:10:31 AM
Rolth apologizes to the children and the drunkard, "Look, I'm sorry I startled you, but we need to make haste. Domi loves and protects all his children, but we need to do our part too! Now come on, let's go together to safety." With that, he turns and leaves, hoping to lead them along with the others to safety. If Sable needs a hand with the other end of Marie's case, Rolth will grab it too. (Perception = 18 to notice the case, success!) (Diplomacy = 23 with the kids and drunkard)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet Friday November 10th, 2017 7:20:40 AM "Sable thank you for helping Marie."
Falco does what he can to aid Marie as well. "I am glad that you are taking this seriously Marie."
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None Friday November 10th, 2017 11:07:37 AM
Gothruk joins up with the others briefly. [b] Are there any household that havn't been warned yet? [b/]
If there are some that have yet to be spoken to he'll approach them and say that they need to get moving. Otherwise he'll assist the drunkard with the children, slinging him over his shoulder if need be.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' Friday November 10th, 2017 3:32:56 PM
Finnian assists Guthruk if there is any houses left, if not he will also help heard the children.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=4 ; d20=3 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 6:22:28 PM
Elyas has already turned away from Marie's house, and does not notice anything happening with her (perception 4, natural 1).
He attempts to help with the last few families that are not leaving yet, if there are any (aid on diplomacy=3, so not going to be very helpful at all).
{OOC, hopefully this means I'm getting rid of some bad rolls? Maybe they will be better later?}
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (10:15 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=14 ; d20=9 ; Friday November 10th, 2017 7:33:10 PM Kiwina takes a count of the households ready to leave and finds most are moving in that direction. He also notes Marie is moving toward them. Tsak walks with the taur families toward the mountain. Sable offers to help Marie with her belongings and she is gracious. Rolth apologizes, which seems to go over very well, even with a taur that is too drunk to stand. They begin to prepare and move but it’s very slow going. Rolth offers his assistance to the witch. Falco offers his help too. All the attention, to the witch draws grumbles from the Coalborn clan. Most keep their comments to themselves but it’s clear that the witch is not welcome. Gothruk asks about other households but finds they have all been covered.
---- The drunk liontaur purrs occasionally then suddenly switches to a mild growl. His big paws help his stand for the most part but his knees are none too happy to stay in place. His children try their best to help but they are young cubs and do not have the strength. With most of the clan already on the way the Petal’s get the brunt of the on-coming storm. The rain picks up and stings your faces as thunder booms overhead and lightning flashes. Perception vs DC: 14 Highlight to display spoiler: { Through the rain you notice that the lightning strikes something within the water. The large, dark item is just offshore. You can make out a vague shape.} Perception vs DC: 9Highlight to display spoiler: { Marie’s simple shack is no more as it’s picked up and taken away. It is tossed down the beach and is destroyed.} ----
The caves offer protection from the wind and rain.. but not fully. The strong winds blow some of the pelting rain in sideways soaking the sandy floor.
The taurs pile in and huddle in different groups. Mostly sticking to family ties . Some, who brought blankets bundle up. One liontaur gathers some wood and tries lighting a fire but fails with the wind and wetness in the air.
“ This is that witches fault” the liontaur making the fire says. “ she brought some dark magic and we’re all paying the price. Why’d you bring her in here!“
Rolth tries to reason with the liontaurs, "Let us not blame the messenger, just because she seems different. Did Marie not also lose her abode there on the beach--do you see there that it has been destroyed? And did she not warn us that something fell comes this way? Not to mention that, according to Gynm of Gynm, this storm already hit Minotaur Isle, even as Marie was here. It is hard to see how she could have caused all that. So let us stick together to stand against whatever evil comes, rather than incite disunity amongst those that remain here. Unless you have some evidence to present?" (Diplomacy = 21)
Kiwina pauses, seeing something jn the water and curious as to what it could be. He watches a moment and tries to figure it out (perception again = 15, nature = 19). He then turns back to the task of getting to the caves without leaving stragglers. Once there, seeing they are incomplete shelter, he looks for rocks or other materials that could be used to make things better.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=26 ; d20+6=14 ; Saturday November 11th, 2017 10:50:41 AM
Perception to view spoilers = 26
Gothruk wants to see how far back these caves go, it is also rare for large cave systems to not already house other animals. He'll light his sun rod and start exploring, stopping if he thinks he might get lost or if he sees any animals or creatures. Perception = 14
Tsak (Subbing for Damien) d20+6=16 ; Saturday November 11th, 2017 11:00:51 AM
Perception = 16 to view spoilers Tsak sees the events outside the cave. He starts looking around checking what resources people have brought. How long can the townspeople stay in the caves? He also encourages sharing of resources but dosn't force anyone to do anything the don't want.
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=13 ; Saturday November 11th, 2017 2:29:30 PM
Perception 13
Elyas sees the hut destroyed, and is happy that they managed to go and talk to Marie before the storm got this bad. He looks around for a way to help, but is feeling a bit lost and out of his element at the moment. He lets the Petals with stronger leadership skills and presence take the lead, and let's them know he is happy to help in any way they need him to.
He realizes that likely no one has a great idea of what to do other than sit and wait out the storm, so for the time being he sits down with his back to one of the walls of the cave
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:11/11; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: Hurtin' d20+9=19 ; Sunday November 12th, 2017 7:18:45 PM
Finnian, having been woken up quickly and not given a chance to prepare his spell takes the time now. He dits and meditates and asks the wold for guodance.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+2=16 ; d20+1=16 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 8:16:06 AM
{Perception: 16}
As the group is moving Falco sees the lightning strike something in the water, he shouts over the storm to the Petals.
"Looks like there is something in the water, pretty big. This may be more then the storm keep your eyes open."
Once to the cave Falco stays near the entrance watching and listening. When he hears the comment he approaches the liontaur making the fire, first casting light on something near by and then using prestidigitation to try the speaker.
"That is two instances of magic that are helpful. The powers wielded by those like us are neither good nor evil. Would you throw me in the rain for providing light and helping you dry? " he speaks a little louder so others can hear "This storm is bad and may be part of something bigger. Marie, like myself and the Petals, may be of some help. Do not let lack of knowledge and fear cause you to act poorly."
{Diplomacy: 16}
Matthew S. Co-DM Interrupted (10:30 am) (Co-DM Matt) d20=13 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 7:47:47 PM Rolth and Falco try to reason with the liontaurs and it seems to work for the moment as the complains stop. [b]Falco adds a demonstration to make sure everyone understands.
“Okay” the liontaur adds. “ I’m just saying its odd.. buy I guess you're right. She did lose everything.”
Falco and Kiwina notice the object out in the sea. The rain and darkness make any identification difficult. The wind picks up and other homes begin to disappear from their foundations. Kiwina and Tsak search for anything he could use to make things better. There is a pile of large rocks lying beside Kiwina, behind that is a stack of wood. Elyas is a bit lost and finds a place to sit. Beside him a small hybrid taur plays. It struggles to hold up the already larger minotaur head upon it’s small liontaur body. “I’m so sorry,” says the mother as she ushers the child closer to her. Finnian finds some time to meditate. Gothruk searches the caves. Gothruk only Highlight to display spoiler: {Several other liontaur follow, they look to be from the taurnament. “Do you hear that,” says one of the liontaur with a shock of blond hair. “It sounded like a thud? Maybe it was just a tree.” As you listen, you can hear several thuds. The sound is unusual but it continues on for several seconds. } -------- The wind whistles off the edge of the cave entrance. Thunder booms loudly. Perception vs DC: 13 Highlight to display spoiler: {You hear several heavy thuds outside the cave entrance. }
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (22/22 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; Flat: 12; CMD: 18) | Glaive +4 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +2 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+9=25 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 8:09:42 PM
Rolth perks up, grips his glaive, and moves towards the cave entrance. "What were those thuds?" He carefully peers out the entrance, making sure not to do so in a way that will let falling items hit him from above. If he sees no immediate threat, he will lift his gaze to look for the dark shape on the water mentioned by the others. (Perception = 25)
Kiwina (BatMark subbing for Steve) d20+8=20 ; d20+6=12 ; d20+10=26 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 8:19:17 PM
Kiwina also hears the thuds and steps up beside Rolth to scan for the source of the sound. (Perception =20) If nothing presents itself, he will also scan for the dark shape on the water, looking to see whether it is a creature, an object, or still a mystery. Did the lightning have any effect on it? Is it in distress? (Knowledge nature = 12) Does it look safe to go out and take a closer look, or is the storm too strong and lightning too close? (Survival = 26)
Tsak (Subbing for Damien) d20+6=9 ; Monday November 13th, 2017 9:13:06 PM
Tsak tries to gauge how the wind is moving around the caverns and using the rocks he creates a windbreak to protect the firepit. He asks Falco if he can dry the wood, it would make it a lot easier to get the fire going.
Tsak fails the perception check (1D20+6=9)
Sable (Don) ( HP 20| AC: 15/17; Touch: 11; Flat: 13/15; CMD: 19) | Status: Upgraded d20+6=17 ; d20+6=22 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 4:13:57 AM
Sable hearing the heavy noise outside the entrance (Perception 17), readies his weapon and stands next to Rolth and also takes a harder look outside (Perception 22).
Elyas (Ben A.) (21/21 HP | AC: 13; Touch:13; Flat: 10; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+3=23 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 6:44:53 AM
Elyas watches the little taur play, and tries waving hello to it. As the mother tries to apologize, Elyas holds up a hand. This little one is no bother ma'am. Let him play. Is there anything you two need?
Elyas sits upright as he hears the strange thuds outside Perception 23, natural 20.
that didn't sound like thunder! Do any of you see anything? he asks the petals starting to gather by the front of the cave.
Elyas joins them, preparing to cast his protective shell if anything weird approaches from the storm.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) AC 13 (T13/F11) 14/14 HP | 7/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | SpellbookParty Loot Sheet d20+2=3 ; d20+8=17 ; d20+8=23 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 7:19:10 AM
{Perception: 3 - be jealous}
Falco gives the cave a cursory glance but cannot really focus he racks his mind for any other natural phenomenon he has heard of or any historic events. As he thinks he approaches Elyas.
"Any thoughts on this storm? I am trying to recall anything I may have read that would put this in context." . {Know: Nature 17} {Know: History 23}
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10)17/17HP |Guisarme +4 2D6+4| Status: None d20+6=16 ; Tuesday November 14th, 2017 9:34:32 AM
Gothruk listens harder trying to figure out where the thudding is coming from. Is it echoing through the tunnels to us? Is it caused by rock, wood, metal or other? Perception: Listen = 16
If Finnian has his spells he will begin to move towards the sounds and try to determine where the sound came from. Keep his eyes on the horizon and look for what is going on further down the beach.
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