RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Friday December 29th, 2017 7:39:00 PM
After a chance to have a warm bath and freshen up, Tink is feeling much better.
She heads down to the kitchen to see what she can find for a snack. In her improved mood she even looks about to prepare some food for the others.
Nothing like being home [DM Hugh] Tuesday January 2nd, 2018 10:27:22 PM
After 2 tours on behalf of the Dragon Consortium visiting with other adventuring groups and helping as best they can it is good just to be home. Considering the pressure of some of the situations the Iron Dragons found themselves in there were some terse situations but upon further reflection the other groups weren't that bad. Some obviously were more ready for potential membership in the Dragon Consortium than others but all of the groups had potential. Some groups were young though and would need more seasoning and experience before potentially being asked but any of the teams of Iron Dragons could give reports on the groups they interacted with.
The Dragon Consortium also seems to be appreciative of your efforts and has sent a wagon containing coins, gems and artworks (OOC: everyone please give yourself enough gold to have 530,000 total factoring in gear, material components, crating etc)
The fog still persists but aside from that there hasn't been any more orb activity perhaps that is over? Could you be so lucky?
It would probably be a good idea to visit the catacombs while you have time considering your newfound wealth.
(OOC: everyone should have 1,800,000 xp as well; I promise tomorrow's DM post will be longer considering I'll have player posts to work off of)
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 9:45:14 AM
Beriothian gets out of bed, every muscle in his body seems to aching but at least his sleep wasn't interrupted by a string of crazy nightmares. A quick transformation into a water elemental soon starts to set him right again, every muscle instantly feeling loose and relaxed. He moves through a few stretches, his serpent like water body twisting through hoops and knots, before switching back into his human form and heading downstairs for some coffee.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 (42 temp), HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 10:10:27 AM
It was good to be home, but also troubling giving the widespread trouble through out the Wold. It had been inspiring to see the heroes out there doing good, the raw potential of the future.. but so much darkness and unknown.
The paladin spends some time helping the victims of the coin attacks to make sure anyone that was wounded has been tended to and offering the blessing of Maab when desired.
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OOC: Well, I'll be.. those are the exact amounts for level 18 XP and WBL. What a coincidence!
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 192/192 (Spells) Luck Points: 4/22 Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 10:24:36 AM
"I'd forgotten how hot-headed young adventurers can be," he says to no one in particular as they relax. He turns to Bosk. "Was I like that?" He turns his face downward, some alarm on his face. "Am I still like that?" The worry vanishes. "Nah, I'm good."
Restlin begins making a shopping list for the catacombs. He also spends an odd amount of time staring at Waddles, the giant nerve cluster turned rubber pig.
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Please let me know how many days pass between us hitting 18th level and the action getting started, please Mr. DM,
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:39/35/32; +4 vs AOO HP: 167/167 Ki:18/18 CMD: 45 SR: 27] Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 11:24:39 AM
Garret returns and heads off to bed. As the others are getting up and moving about in the morning, Garret remains in bed. Even from the kitchen snoring can be heard from the direction of his room.
Sesha [AC 39 /16 To/38 Fl] | HP 178/178 | CMD 32] Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 12:53:08 PM
Sesha thinks about the two young groups she encountered. One of them, she never got to see in action. The other, they handled themselves well, but could probably use a lesson or two on when to retreat.
She continues pondering her catacombs shopping list.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 5:31:42 PM
Tink listens carefully to each of the others, smiling as they talk of their adventures. She continues preparing breakfast and starts to lay plates of food in front of each person: bacon, toast, and scrambled eggs.
It's been a while since the group have eaten together. She puts a plate aside for Garret.
Zane (JCC) AC 39(33), CMB 21, CMD 36, HP 240/240, Blindsense 60' Character Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 7:43:22 PM
Zane as usual steps to his balcony says "Morning" to the ship, asks if everything is still shipshape, then dives for the ground, unfurling his wings just in time to land at the door and walk in. Over hearing Restlin's questions.... "Yep, we were somewhat like most of those groups, some of us still are, others are not.' He says with a twitch of his head. "While the Mercenaries are fairly well trained, and work as a team, I'd expect no less from a Martial Order of Mercs, I'm not sure I'd ever recommend them as a future Dragon group. Their loyalty is to the highest bidder, our's is to ourselves and how we feel about what needs to be done to keep the Wold safe."
DM, don't forget about the followers as crew for our ship.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 9:08:59 PM
Bosk shakes his head. We were never like that. We could not comprehend the idea of a tactical retreat, started numerous fights casting calm emotions on people and set far too many buildings on fire. We were much cockier. And when we tried to be cautious we became impatient and charged in to end the suspense.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 9:20:58 PM
Anyone is for a trip to the catacombs?
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 10:13:31 PM "I'll tag along, Bosk" Tink casts a Prestidigitation spell to clean her hands from the oily bacon "There's a few things I want to pick up"
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 10:52:03 PM Catacombs sounds good right about now.
Nothing like being home [DM Hugh] Wednesday January 3rd, 2018 11:26:47 PM Beri dreams of waking up and not being disturbed by a nightmare only to realize that what he thought he woke up to was actually a nightmare. Just as soon as he transforms into a water elemental he is assailed with a dry heat and is assailed by a strange creature with a desiccating attack. Just as he thinks he is going to dissipate into nothingness the Druid awakes in a cold sweat.
(OOC: I never said the nightmares were gone)
Wyaar reflects on what he observed on his good will missions on behalf of the Dragon Consortium and the darkness in the Wold as well as the light exhibited by its heroes before going to help the victims of the corn attacks. His dream the night before involved seeing all the points of light on a map of the Wold slowly being extinguished as the darkness spread over the Wold and finally consumes Wyaar himself.
Restlin talks about how he forgot how hot-headed young adventures could be before asking if he was or is still like that before settles on being good. He spends some time with the nerve cluster turned rubber piggy he dubbed Waddles. The previous night Restlin dreamed of Waddles growing to an inordinate size with steam coming out of the pigs head before it turns back into a nerve cluster using its telekinetic powers to keep the mage priest kept held immobile before attempting to choke him with the telekinesis. Restlin wakes up gasping for breathe again.
Tink listens to the others talking before preparing a nice hot breakfast for the entire group. The previous night She dreamed that everyone was talking about her behind her back and they would stop just as soon as she entered any room and by everyone I mean everyone not only the Iron Dragons but anyone else she meets. Finally the paranoia of people talking about her get to be too much and she lashes out in anger with Enervation, Telekinesis and Wall of Stone crushing the "nay sayers." to death. She wakes up disturbed by what she did.
Zane had a dream that his mediation poles became sharpened and he found himself pinioned. He attempts to turn into his draconic form only to find the poles pulsing with magic and encasing his body in a tight fitting wooden cage. Finally only his Draconic head is exposed and the wood has taken on the shape of boat complete with a mask. He feels compelled to follow the orders of the unknown entity who trapped him as a dragon ship. The following morning he says hi to Star Blazer as usual before flying off the balcony to join the others. He comes in on the conversation and agrees that some of them were like the other adventures while others still are and he voices his misgivings about the Mercenary group.
(OOC: Figuring out the Leadership / Follower thing is on my todo list; I personally am not opposed to this idea and I will double check with Tanner as well)
Bosk's dream the previous night sees the Grim Avenger stripped of most of his abilities. He is much younger and he finds himself faced with a repeating cycle of avoiding fights sparked by calm emotions and burning buildings. He manages to dodge the conflicts a few times but finally the fires have him pinned and he wakes up just as the smoke and flames were going to consume him.
The next morning Bosk disagrees with the others saying they were never like the other groups as they'd never consider a tactical retreat and often rushed recklessly due to boredom. He also points out the various fires and calm emotion fights they had to deal with.
Bosk, Beri and Tink all agree to a trip to the catacombs.
While the fog persists and the orbs are absent it would appear the nightmares are still not gone. The Doom appears to still be threatening the Wold despite the presence of all the various adventuring groups. What can you do to forestall it or is the only way to face it?
Zane (JCC) AC 39(33), CMB 21, CMD 36, HP 240/240, Blindsense 60' Character Thursday January 4th, 2018 10:53:39 AM "It seems that the bigger problem still persists. I would prefer to hunt it out rather than wait for it to hit us at a time of it's choosing. So, top of the list is our trip to see Gargul and Bosk, that's your Que."
Info Highlight to display spoiler: {Character will be updated, but may take a few days, I am prepping 3 adventures to run, creating 2 characters for a disabled player and shoveling snow.}
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 192/192 (Spells) Luck Points: 4/22 Thursday January 4th, 2018 11:20:23 AM
Restlin's getting pretty sick of being choked in his sleep. That's not the kind of thing one usually has a high tolerance for anyway. He eyes Waddles warily as he dresses, but still spends some time studying the thing.
He listens to Bosk's response over breakfast. "This old complaint again," he quips between bites. "In case you didn't notice, my entire life philosophy revolves around trusting things will work out. Maybe not always for the best, but you take the good with the bad." He washes down the bacon with some juice. "We also managed to get inducted into the Dragon Consortium. As far as I can tell, this thing you and Zane keep complaining about has worked pretty well for us."
He finishes & pushes his plate away. "...but on this, Zane and I agree. We should go check in with Gargul and see what the hubbub is." Restlin is ready to go whenever.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:39/35/32; +4 vs AOO HP: 167/167 Ki:18/18 CMD: 45 SR: 27] Thursday January 4th, 2018 12:27:05 PM
Garret, apparently undisturbed by any bad dreams at all, continues to snore through the morning, oblivious to the world around him.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 (42 temp), HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Thursday January 4th, 2018 9:10:41 PM
Wyaar slept but looks troubled. "Yes.. catacombs to prepare,. And to Gargul to see if he knows what has happened."
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Thursday January 4th, 2018 9:15:16 PM "These nightmares aren't getting any better" None of the others have mentioned that they have had similar dreams. Perhaps it's just a lingering effect for her? Tink decides not to mention it to anyone else just yet. No sense in worrying them.
It is worrying though. What if she were to lose control or lose her mind? Would she be that much of a danger to others?
OOC: Beri has HP in the 300s? That is worthy of a high-5 my friend!
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Thursday January 4th, 2018 9:16:10 PM
Walking towards that catacombs Beri turns to his companions. I'm not sure if it's the lack of sleep or stress from these crazy dreams, but I just can't think of anything great to spend my money on in the catacombs... maybe a rod or two, and a few enhancements to by armor, but I can't think of anything other than saying "make this stronger please..."
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Thursday January 4th, 2018 11:00:45 PM
ooc: Your dream is creeping me out. After you last post my brother and I were just talking about the revamp to Grims and Avengers that stripped the classes 4 Caster levels that make it so I can never cast the highest level spells.
The Horned Cleric fris up a slab of bacon and pours himself a flagon of stout beer, which would be considered a soft drink in his home town. I am guessing you all had Animal l abnormal dreams again. From here Gargul does seem like the next step. Everyone that needs to shop should join me at the Catacombs. Those not interested should try to gather information and pay a visit to the Start Mages Guild. After they we should try to contact Gargul.
Bosk finishes his breakfast and prepares to head out.
Nothing like being home [DM Hugh] Thursday January 4th, 2018 11:27:43 PM Zane points out he'd rather hunt down the problem than wait for it so he votes to go see Gargul.
Restlin says that his whole philosophy resolves around the idea that everything will work out and that joining the Dragon Consortium seems to have worked out alright but he agrees about needing to see Gargul.
(OOC: No one is exempt from the nightmares...I'll have to add one for Sesha) Garret is having a nightmare but he keeps sleeping because he is in search of food and he doesn't realize he is in a nightmare. In his dream there simply is no food and Garret being a healthy halfing is HUNGRY. Every cupboard he checks is bare and every pantry is empty. He feels as if he is wasting away as he continues to search in vain for food. In fact no one is manning any of the street vendor carts, restaurants or pubs but there is nothing to eat or drink in any of the buildings he comes across.
Sesha also has a disturbing dream. All the Bloodwitches in her coven and Surface Drow that she knew are dead. She goes to visit them only finding dessicated husks. Sesha seems to be spared the fate of those she shared ties to but why is she the sole survivor of the Blood witches and the Surface Drow? Even Mhalice is dead and what is worse the little spirit is silent. She wakes up feeling alone only to have the Little Spirit tentatively reach out mentally to reassure her. Contacting the coven by Cauldron reveals them to be very much alive so it was really only a dream.
Wyaar agrees about the Catacombs and seeing Gargul.
Tink thinks about how her nightmares are increasing and she decides not to worry the others. She wonders if she lost control of her mind would she really be that powerful.
Beri points out that he isn't sure what to spend his money on besides upgrading things he already has but it could just be the stress and nightmares getting to him.
Bosk says that they should visit the catacombs and the Star Mages before preparing to contact Gargul again. He finishes his breakfast and prepares to head out.
Preparations are made and the group heads out to the catacombs and the star mages.
At the Star Mages Guild Agatha and Sprocket can be found in the lab again tinkering with their portable communication device again.
"We want to be ready in case the orbs do pop up again." Agatha says, "So we are really trying to strengthen the portable device to avoid some of the difficulties we had with the platform mounted one."
Sesha [AC 39 /16 To/38 Fl] | HP 178/178 | CMD 32] Friday January 5th, 2018 3:39:17 AM
Awake, wide awake, Sesha is aware of the gentle support of Sister behind her. Wordlessly, Sesha snuggles back into the arms of her simulacrum and stares into the darkness of her room, savoring the small touch on her soul from Serenbeth.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 192/192 (Spells) Luck Points: 4/22 Friday January 5th, 2018 10:08:24 AM
Restlin spoke with Agatha and Sprocket last night, so he'll skip the return visit. He heads off to the catacombs instead...
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:40/34/33; +4 vs AOO HP: 232/232 Ki:19/19 CMD: 47 SR: 28] Friday January 5th, 2018 11:16:27 AM
Garret wakes with a start and looks around the room. He jumps out of bed and looks out the window. He spots a food vendor and just jumps right out his window, bouncing off the ground and rolling almost all the way to the cart. He drools as he eyeballs the food and says, "Oh, please, I must have some meat on a stick! I am absolutely starving. The dream, it seemed so real...there was no meat on a stick!"
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Friday January 5th, 2018 7:38:59 PM
Tink returns from the Catacombs and meets up with the party at the Star Mages Guild. She's still not happy that they look to be meddling in things they know nothing about. Then again, they do not have the luxury of time to simply observe and do nothing. Things don't look to be on the improve.
"When will you have the portable devices ready for field testing? It may be worthwhile providing one to us"
There have been so many questions floating around Tink's head. What are those balls and why are they able to seemingly transport people to alternate dimensions? What is causing these nightmares? Are they just nightmares or a forecast of the future? What is causing all of these disruptions across the Wold? Since the party saw a dimension where Marteus appeared to rule, does he perhaps have something to do with all of this? She makes a note to ask Gargul and Gimp what she can.
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Friday January 5th, 2018 9:10:14 PM
Back at the Star Mages Guild, the druid bows before Agatha and Sprocket. Ahh, good to see you two again. I hope you two haven't been two disturbed by these crazy dreams, I brought you two coffee just in case it has. I know I've been drinking more than my share this week.
I hope the adventure we had earlier spread some light on these anomalies, any chance you've found something that may be useful as we continue our investigation?
Sesha [AC 39 /16 To/38 Fl] | HP 178/178 | CMD 32] Saturday January 6th, 2018 12:24:10 PM
Sesha is brooding and silent. The dreams were becoming a bit of a constant downer. She is quiet with the Mages, not offering her usual "on Agatha's side" commentary when Tink is obviously displeased.
If anything, for the first time, she seems to share her halfling friends annoyance with the other witch.
"As quickly as possible please, Agatha."
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Saturday January 6th, 2018 1:22:38 PM
After the group completes their errands Bosk kneels down in prayer, hoping Gargul and Gimp are listening. Lord of Life and Death, please listen to our prayers and petitions. Grant us guidance and wisdom on our journey and be our light in the darkness.
The Horned Cleric waits to see if Gargul or Gimp will respond and if so asks if they have any further guidance for the group.
When the conversation is done, even if it ends up being one sided, the blond taur will then seek out Agatha and ask to borrow /volunteer to test out her portable device.
Zane (JCC) AC 39(33), CMB 21, CMD 36, HP 240/240, Blindsense 60' Character Sunday January 7th, 2018 1:43:20 PM
Zane lets the others deal with the Guild and waits to hear what Gargul has to say, any spare time he has, he follows up on finding Crew for the ship....
A pep talk from Imp [DM Hugh] Sunday January 7th, 2018 10:56:13 PM Sesha is comforted by Sister's presence in the wake of her nightmare.
Restlin heads down to the catacombs.
Garret disturbed by his nightmare falls out his window and practically begs the meat on a stick vendor for one of his wares.
Tink returns from the catacombs and meets up with the star mages guild. She impatiently asks when a portable device will be ready and prepares her list of questions for Gargul.
Beri heads over to the Star Mages guild and offers them coffee. He asks if they found anything useful in their investigation.
Sesha is starting to share annoyance with Tink at the Mage's guild and asks her to make it quickly.
Bosk kneels down and prays reaching out to Gargul. He previously made it a point to secure one of those portable devices from Agatha and Sprocket.
Zane lets the others focus on Gargul and The Star Mages and then goes about trying to find a captain and crew for the Star Blazer.
At the Star Mages Guild Agatha says, "Well sadly not even the Star Mages Guild are immune to the nightmares. Still though we appreciate the coffee. As to what we have learned well we are still working on analyzing what we found from the previous portals but the portable device is coming along nicely. We are sorry that it is taking longer than expected but Sprocket figured out how to simplify the controls so one of you could theoretically deploy it. Seeing as Bosk has volunteered let me adjust the straps and then show you how to use it."
She attaches the backpack device to Bosk's back and then shows him how to use the various functionalities of the communication relay. She points out that the mythral chain and adamantium hook have been magically reinforced and can bear a heavy load if need be and that Sprocket has created a secondary functionality for it to function as a grappling line or block and tackle.
"The only thing is the grappling or winching abilities cause the communications abilities to become decalibrated so you'll have to take it back to us for adjustment if you need to use that functionality but at least you have the option."
Back at the Iron Dragons Tower, when Bosk reached out to Gargul there was a pause and then a puff of smoke and BAMF!
Gimp the Imp is back in the Iron Dragons Tower.
Gimp says, "The Bossman is still busy investigating what you found last time so he sent me to play Q&A with you."
Gimp then says, "We don't think Marteus is behind all the chaos happening over the Wold whatever is going on and causing it feels much much older. As for the nightmares, shadow orbs and fogs local to Hook City we think we may be able to do something about that soon. Perhaps as quickly as tomorrow. If you wake up with no nightmares and the sun is shining you know who to thank, then again there could be something worse on the horizon but its hard to tell as there is a different interference messing with the big guy's ability to perceive things, really messing with all the deities and powers if the scuttlebutt is true. So it would appear your business with the Death Dragons and the pretender they follow will have to wait at least a bit more. As for the nightmares well sometimes a spade is just a spade and a cigar is just a cigar. What ever is going on local to Hook City was intended to throw you guys off your game and maybe the nightmares did manage to get into some of your heads, but you all know who you are and don't let anyone tell you otherwise now go out there and win one for the Gargul. Let's do that thing where we all put our hands in a circle and say some words in unison. How about Go Team Iron Dragons, yes that will do nicely. Ok. on three...One, Two, Three. Go Team Iron Dragons!!! There I'm sure you're feeling inspired already now I have places to go and people to see. Gimp out."
(If you participated in putting your hands in Highlight to display spoiler: { You get +2 to saves vs Mind Effecting for 48 hours and are immune to natural or magical induced nightmares the next time you go to sleep.})
And with another BAMF! Gimp the Imp is gone.
(OOC: For Leadership Do you want me to make some captains or do you have a captain in mind...are you waiting for me to determine the leadership score so you know what you have to work with?)
After all that Hoopla it is mid afternoon, something could happen soon probably a good idea to make any final preparations.
Sesha [AC 39 /16 To/38 Fl] | HP 178/178 | CMD 32] d20+30=48 ; d20+30=49 ; d20+35=41 ; Monday January 8th, 2018 10:29:14 AM
In the morning, before meeting Gimp, as usual it is Ritual Time. Sesha wakes up, gathers her things, and raps quietly on Bosks door. She whisks herself out using the teleporter, and gathers with her coven for her daily rituals.
Ritual of Warding: Hit DC 48/25 Pass Ritual of Healing: Hit DC 49/35 Pass Ritual of Leeching: Hit DC 41/40 Pass
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 192/192 (Spells) Luck Points: 4/22 Monday January 8th, 2018 11:19:58 AM
Restlin returns from the catacombs with a bunch of scrolls and scribing mats. He uses the downtime to scribe them into his book, but obviously makes time to meet with Gimp. He's a team player & throws his hand into the huddle.
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Hugh, please let me know how many days we've spent here in town before whatever's happening next happens.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:40/34/33; +4 vs AOO HP: 232/232 Ki:19/19 CMD: 47 SR: 28] Monday January 8th, 2018 11:43:00 AM
Garret had been wandering around the area around the tower, stuffing himself with meat on a stick for a bit, and had wandered back in when Gimp appeared. He listened, nodded, and enthusiastically joined in the "Go Team" chant. He smiled and waved when Gimp disappeared. He looked over at Restlin and said, "Well, that sounds bad. I have a bad feeling about this..."
Zane (JCC) AC 39(33), CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Monday January 8th, 2018 2:49:52 PM
Zane tosses his hand in to join with the "Group Cheer" anything that might help can't hurt.... "I still think it's the Ancient God that was deposed when our current Gods came into power. Those ancient Gods would still have links to power, and would probably have links to it that power that couldn't be detected by our Current Gods, or that our Current Gods haven't developed or accessed before. I truly believe the Death Cult, which is Worshiping an older God from before Gargul and the Others is behind all of this and that these Orbs and Fog is their revenge on us for destroying the Soma and killing their Leader or at least one of the Leaders. We've been a major Pain in the Butt to them, so them taking revenge by hurting us and our Home City only makes sense."
As to the Captains, Go ahead and create them,
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 (42 temp), HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Monday January 8th, 2018 2:53:30 PM
Wyaar throws his hands into the cheer, "Go Team Iron Dragons!" and may even do a hurdler jump after. Woo!
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OOC Haven't had time to lookt at sheet or do catacombs yet. What's the deadline for that stuffs?
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Monday January 8th, 2018 6:13:54 PM
Tink isn't sure what the protocol is here for a group cheer. It feels like something a group would do in sports, and she was always picked last. Well, not always. Sometimes the other kids would need someone to be a target.
This could actually be her first cheer. Tink enthusiastically reaches in for the cheer "Go Iron Dragons Team!"
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Monday January 8th, 2018 9:32:34 PM "Go Iron Dragons Team!" *BAMF* Beri looks around and sees that Gimp has again vanished. Wow, it never fails to send a shiver down my spine to hear that we are dealing with things that are able to mess with Gargul and the other powers. I am glad if we can be of any assistance, but I can't imagine the power of whatever we are going after, especially of the abominations of that space ship monster are any indication of what lies in wait for us.
*** Also need time for Catacombs prep, the higher are level the more options there are to sort through.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +20 HP: 192/192 (Spells) Luck Points: 4/22 Monday January 8th, 2018 11:53:14 PM
Restlin looks down at Garret & smiles. "Yea, sounds pretty serious. Can't wait to see what's going on..."
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Tuesday January 9th, 2018 12:05:22 AM Go Team Iron Dragons!!! Bosk bellow as Gimp disappears.
Bosk quickly reviews the mithral backpack he wears and ponders its possible uses. Although he cannot fathom how communicating with Agatha might be useful, numerous ideas come to mind on how he might use the machine's winching ability in battle. Unfortunately that apparently decalibrates the machine making it a poor battle tactic. I need to finish my shopping. Fate gave us a few extra minutes, and I am going to take advantage of it!
Lucky Charms [DM Hugh] Tuesday January 9th, 2018 1:21:09 AM
(OOC: ok...I'll start working on some captains at some point soonish...also you have until Tuesday evening to place your catacombs orders...also you have one week of game time for crafting purposes given everything that has been going down...the timeline may be a little skewed...are you familiar with the hyperbolic time chamber from DBZ...lets say you find a single shot mini one of those type areas in one of the lesser traveled areas of the tower and instead of condensing a year into a day it condenses a week into a day)
Sesha prepared herself for the day prior to seeing Gimp by performing rituals with her coven.
Restlin comes back with a bunch of scrolls and materials...he too throws his hand into the huddle.
Garret prior to the meeting with Gimp spent his day stuffing himself with meat on a stick. He threw his hand in for the cheer and tells Restlin it sounds like Gimp had a bad feeling about what was going on.
Zane also participates in the cheer and speculates on the nature of whatever is causing what is going on.
Wyaar throws his hand in for the cheer and even jumps up into the air afterwords.
Tink reflects on her history with sports and throws her hand in for her first cheer.
Beri participates in the cheer and sees that Gimp has disappeared again. Beri expresses worry regarding things that are messing with the Gods themselves.
Restlin looks down at Garret and smiles saying things sound serious and he can't wait to see what is going on.
Bosk also participates in the cheer and then reviews the uses of the back pack. He takes off for the catacombs.
You hear a number of people gathering in the square outside. Upon investigation you find that someone has set up some sort of stage and he has a brief case and stand setup on the stage. The man has a long coat, feathered hat, crooked smile and aquiline nose.
He calls out to the crowd, "Come one come all and see the talismans, droughts, charms and fetishes needed to ward off certain doom. You've seen the fogs, the orbs, the shadow people and experienced the nightmares well Dr Fallorian's Traveling Emporium has just the thing. I got the cure for what ails you. You want the bones of prominent clerics from the Woldian Gods or the Gods of Testing? I have them. You want a drought brewed with crystal clear water, fresh picked herbs, eye of newt, wing of bat, tongue of frog? I have that. You want a lucky charm plucked all the way from the Temple of Wardd in far a way Dirt City? I have that too. Step right up, Step right up there is something for everyone and in times like these they are guaranteed to sell out fast."
Various people ascend the stage and make selections from the case, exchanging coins for his wares. By the look of things it seems like he stands poised to make a small fortune.
Detect Magic: Highlight to display spoiler: {Nothing in the briefcase detects as magic}
Sense Motive DC 20: Highlight to display spoiler: {The man seems to be really profit orientedHighlight to display }
Sense Motive DC 27: Highlight to display spoiler: {Something seems off about the man but you can't quite place it}
Sense Motive DC 35 Highlight to display spoiler: { The man seems to know that his goods aren't magical but that isn't going to stop him from turning a profit. One man's doom and gloom is another man's business opportunity}
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +21 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/22 d20+20=32 ; Tuesday January 9th, 2018 10:19:05 AM
Sense motive is auto-pass for all of those.
Restlin's eyes start to roll. Another doom and gloomer out to make a profit.
...then he says he's selling a stolen lucky charm. That is a whole other ballgame. "Friends, time to show this charlatan why it's not jake to mess with a Mendicant..."
He closes his eyes and dimensionally steps right smack in front of this idiot's briefcase stand. "Pardon me," he says to the person he just cut in front of. He starts digging through the "charms" in the dude's briefcase, picking out any that won't actually break when he throws them over his shoulder. He then actually does throw each over his shoulder, muttering loudly as he does so.
"Nope"
"Just some sage here."
"This cleric's bone looks a lot like a cat's femur, but I'm really no expert...
and so on. If this moron even thinks of taking a step in his direction, Restlin casts forcecage on him. Reflex save DC 32 or he's trapped. I'll use the actual cage instead of the solid wall version so I can berate him properly.
Caged or not, Restlin plucks the "good luck charm" from the table. "...and here we have a stolen luck charm. These things take time to make, you know, and only the most powerful of Wardd's Mendicants can create them." He looks the thing up and down, then turns towards him, holy symbol of Wardd on full display. "...and we get pretty cross when they're sold. They're given freely as gifts." He pulls out Waddles and squeezes the rubber piggy, letting out two quick squeaks. "Here's one I'm working on now." He leans in closer and whispers loudly enough for everyone to hear. "It's a present for my lady friend. Don't tell her though, it's a surprise!" He winks, then walks back to the briefcase. "Lucky for you this is all garbage. Did you know that? Did you know you're selling garbage to scared citizens of the very town the Iron Dragons are headquartered in and sworn to protect? Cause if you did and decided to do it anyway...well, that doesn't paint a very flattering picture of you."
He turns towards the gathered citizens. "Ok folks, not gonna lie. There's some scary stuff going on. The Dragon Consortium, the Star Mages, the bureaucracy of our fine town...we're all working hard to figure out what's going on. I can tell you all with complete honesty that we have no idea. I can also tell you that this dreck here won't help you a lick." He shrugs a bit. "Sorry. Wish I had something concrete to put you folks at ease. Be vigilant, report what you see to the constables...and maybe try to show that Hook City doesn't go crazy anytime things break from routine. Let's not have another incident like what happened with the chit machine, maybe?"
"Garret, come guard this guy. I'm gonna fetch Auslander. We've got, like, a jillion laws in this town. I'm pretty sure we can find some he's breaking.
He detects magic on the charlatan in question, seeing if he has anything on him that could help him escape the cage. If not, he teleports to Auslander's office, hoping to teleport back with the Inspector in tow.
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:40/34/33; +4 vs AOO HP: 232/232 Ki:19/19 CMD: 47 SR: 28] Tuesday January 9th, 2018 11:20:28 AM
When the man appears, Garret runs over to the edge of the stage and plops down on his rear, hoping for some entertainment. As he mentions selling things, Garret's shoulders slump...then Restlin appears.
As Restlin talks and berates the man, Garret smiles and looks alternately at the two of them and then at the gathering audience. He seems like he is enjoying the entertainment. Then when he is asked to guard him, Garret scrambles to his feet and scampers over to the fellow, trying to look mean, but still smiling. He crosses his arms and tries to look tough.
Zane (JCC) AC 39(33), CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Tuesday January 9th, 2018 12:43:54 PM
Zane is walking back from the catacombs as he sees Restlin appear and take on the Snake Oil Merchant. He lets him do his thing, He will ask him afterwards, "Can you drop a Greater Dispel into this ring I just bought? I picked up a couple Dispel scrolls, but the better spell would be better and I figured I could just ask. Not a big Deal if you can't." Zane will then spend some time Getting the Permanent Spells Set on himself. (Let me know if I can only do a few or do all of them)
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 (42 temp), HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Tuesday January 9th, 2018 3:06:24 PM
Wyaar frowns disapprovingly as Restlin points out the man's dishonesty. He goes to stand by the man to guard him as well.. and slips Garrett a pretzel.
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Tuesday January 9th, 2018 5:53:33 PM
Tink tries hard to keep a stern look on her face as Restlin goes through the man like silver through a rust monster. Inside her head she is laughing at the antics.
Had the man been giving these things away for nothing that would be a different story. What's the harm in providing some comfort - even false comfort - to the people? It's a completely different story that he's wanting to make a profit though.
If Zane requires she will cast Greater Dispel Magic into his ring for him.
Sesha [AC 39 /16 To/38 Fl] | HP 178/178 | CMD 32] Tuesday January 9th, 2018 6:42:18 PM
Sesha approves of Zane's purchases.
"I've put in an order. Nothing major. Two scrolls, one a sphere that can ensnare and protect a person, while being mobile. The other, I bought thinking about Garret. Our little monk could take the form of any Huge giant, keep his equipment, and be able to easily retain and use his monk powers. He'd gain some massive strength and stamina."
She thinks a bit, then adds.
"I also got something for my summons, and improved a piece of equipment."
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Tuesday January 9th, 2018 9:25:14 PM
Beri almost chuckles at the attempt to sell magical charms. Doesn't he know we are in Hook City, a land known for it's magic and wizards, and until recently it's entire monetary system was based on magic. Why, with the enterance to the catacombs I could purchase myself a... The druid's face turns red for a second, he got side tracked grabbing meat on a stick with Garret and forgot to put in his purchase to the catacombs. It quickly scrawls a note with a couple items and slips it to a nearby kid, along with a couple of gold. Can you please run this to the catacombs, tell them I will be in to pick it up shortly... and this gold is for your troubles.
Lucky Charms [DM Hugh] Wednesday January 10th, 2018 12:02:43 AM
(OOC: DM Post incoming)
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Wednesday January 10th, 2018 12:12:02 AM
Bosk races as he completes his Catacombs purchases and tries to hurry back to the group.
They're After Me Lucky Charms [DM Hugh] Wednesday January 10th, 2018 12:23:34 AM Restlin's sensibilities are offended by this newest charlatan and he dimension-ally steps onto the stage. He starts rooting through the suitcase tossing trinkets over his shoulder and making disparaging comments about each one.
The man steps up to interfere with what Restlin is doing, "Now just wait one minute..." and Restlin's forcecage springs into being around the man.
Restlin then goes off about the luck charm of Wardd and how he is turning Waddles the rubber piggy into one he is going to give to Sesha before addressing the crowd being honest about what the Dragons know.
He then asks Garret to guard the man why he goes to fetch Auslander.
Garret was first excited to see the stage then disappointed when it turned out to be a sales pitch and not a performance. He perks up when Restlin does his thing and then does as Restlin asks.
Zane comes back from the catacombs and resolves to ask Restlin about the greater dispel on the ring later. (OOC: I don't see why you couldn't cast all the permanency spells right now as you are using scrolls right?)
Wyaar frowns as Restlin points out the man's dishonesty and then hops on stage to join Garret on guard duty. He slips Garret a pretzel.
Tink tries hard to remain stern while Restlin does his thing. She is of the opinion that had the man been giving them away it would be one thing but making a profit through dishonest means is another. She will cast the spell on Zane's ring as needed.
Sesha approves of Zane's purchases and then tells him what she bought.
Beri almost chuckles at the man selling the charms when he realizes that he didn't finish his catacombs run and sends a runner to arrange delivery.
Restlin returns to the stage with Auslander in tow.
"What's all this then?" Auslander asks.
After Auslander gets his bearings regarding the situation he says, "Well Hook City does have laws against fraud involving spell casting and magic items. I believe we can lock him up based on violation of those laws and then have him before a magistrate sometime later this week. Would you like to be called on as witnesses?"
Auslander looks at you all expectantly.
(OOC: You have the rest of your interaction with Auslander / the rest of the day in your next post...a new day will begin on my Wed DM Post)
RobC - Katinka Hushfoot -- AC 33/23/25 -- CMD 26 -- HP 185+32 -- Spells -- Active Effects Wednesday January 10th, 2018 6:35:42 AM
A witness and a magistrate? Now we're in Justicar territory.
"Of course Inspector. It would be both my pleasure and duty to see justice swiftly and fairly dealt out. If you would prefer a written statement I would be happy to provide a detailed account." Tink stands with her hands clasped behind her back.
You can almost sense her excitement.
There are so many things to do with a criminal! Interrogations, evidence, declarations, testimonies. Paperwork, glorious paperwork. It's been quite some time since Tink could enjoy such things. She doesn't mention these to the Inspector though. He has proven to be quite well informed on duty and procedures and she doesn't want to step on his toes.
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +21 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/22 Wednesday January 10th, 2018 10:07:11 AM
The fun part done, he lets Tink take over. She'll also have to handle Zane's request, since that's not a spell Restlin knows. He relied on the halfling for utility spells & focused his efforts on handling battlefield control and imprisoning hucksters.
...and he's still got a bunch of work to do on his spellbook with all the new scrolls. he's picked up.
Sesha [AC 39 /16 To/38 Fl] | HP 178/178 | CMD 32] Wednesday January 10th, 2018 10:36:06 AM
Sesha decides she's going to watch Restlin work. She'd learned to cast a number of wizard spells through the manipulation of magic, so getting more pointers was never a bad idea.
"You know, right now I have about twenty spell levels worth of arcane magic I took from Y'zargo floating around in my head. I'm excited about some of it, since I do not usually have access to any evocation magic. Delayed Blast Fireball and Time Stop seem like a match made in heaven."
Zane (JCC) AC 39(33), CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Wednesday January 10th, 2018 11:06:08 AM "Thanks Tink, i'll keep the scrolls to reload with during busy times. I wasn't sure which of our group to ask about loading the ring." To the Inspector, "Of course we'll be witnesses, unless of course our current problems, Zane indicated the fog among the other problems, have us elsewhere. Fixing that I hate to say is much more important as it involves everyone else and not just one person trying to cheat his way to riches." Zane then makes himself scarce as he heads up to his room and casts a bunch of spells, after which his goggles now just hang around his neck not being used. He's worn them for so many years, he'd feel uncomfortable if they were not handy....
(Will update the character sheet with buys and such later)
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:40/34/33; +4 vs AOO HP: 232/232 Ki:19/19 CMD: 47 SR: 28] Wednesday January 10th, 2018 11:23:13 AM
Garret grabs the pretzel and tries to hide it while he guards the prisoner in the cage. When Auslander appears, he plops down on the edge of the stage, feet hanging over the side, and starts munching on the pretzel, waving to people in the audience.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 (42 temp), HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Wednesday January 10th, 2018 2:50:30 PM
Wyaar gladly lets Tink handle the paperwork side of things, but offers himself as a witness too if needed... and goes to settle next to Garret to enjoy his own pretzel while looking over the crowd.
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Wednesday January 10th, 2018 9:25:44 PM
It's hard to tell whether it's the bad dreams and lack of sleep, or whether it's something about the strange man himself, but something feels off. The hairs on the back of the druids neck stand on end at the thought that they may be playing into a trap.
Tell me Inspector, is it an option to just teleport him far from town? Perhaps it's reverse psychology, but when a man does something so foolish as to try to peddle fake magic items in the city of magic, they are either even dumber than they look and deserve pity, or are trying to be thrown in jail. In either case, I would rather just send them far from here than locking them up.
When the Iron Dragons finish up their discussions with the inspector Beri makes his way down to the catacombs to see if his order has been received.
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Wednesday January 10th, 2018 10:01:44 PM
Bosk watches the scene and wishes all the groups encounters could be this simple, though he wishes he could have purchased some of the items for his collection.
Thank you for your hard work inspector. It seems shady characters come out of the shadows whenever there is some sort of emergency, though sometimes they are not what they seem. Such a man could be perpetuating the problem, such as a fanatic of Marteaus trying to cull the weak and get rid of every option other than a person relying on their own strength. I am not saying that is what happened here. Just that in times like these nothing can be taken for granted.
The Calm [DM Hugh] Wednesday January 10th, 2018 11:37:55 PM
(OOC: DM Post incoming)
A new day [DM Hugh] Thursday January 11th, 2018 12:11:25 AM Tink is excited by the talk of the magistrate and witnesses. She offers to testify or provide a written statement.
Restlin lets Tink take over with Auslander and handle Zane's request while he starts working on scribing spells into his book.
Sesha decides to watch Restlin hoping to pick up some pointers on wizardry magic considering her spell leaching abilities.
Zane also agrees to be a witness unless something else keeps them busy. He then makes himself scarce casting a bunch of spells.
Garret grabs his pretzel, hangs his feet over the side of the stage and starts eating it.
Wyaar is also happy to let Tink handle Auslander and joins Garret on the stage eating the pretzels.
Beri has a suspicous feeling about the Charlatan and then asks Auslander about stashing him far from town. He also goes to check on his order.
Bosk also cautions about the trinket selling man.
Auslander takes the stage, suitcase and stand as evidence and arranges to have the man sent to the jail farthest from the center of town. He sits down with Zane and Tink to take their written testimony as given all the craziness going on it is hard to know what the Dragons will be doing.
The group sees to the rest of the work they have to do in the wake of their purchases and then go to bed.
The next morning everyone who did the go-team cheer with Imp actually wakes up feeling refreshed and without having experiencing nightmares. Additionally, the fog / clouds appear to have dissipated and visibility has actually been restored. It would appear that Gimp and Gargul have figured out some way to help things in Hook City as Gimp said. What do you want to do now?
(OOC: Guys I apologize I got my timing off a little again LOL; Tomorrow's post is the day I have to post something)
Bosk AC: 33/16/29 CMD: 34 172 hp /172 (27+18 are temp) Spells Thursday January 11th, 2018 12:57:08 AM
Bosk stretches, feeling amazing. I cannot recall when I last felt this refreshed. It almost makes me forget about the oppressing impending doom threatening to destroy us.
Since we have some extra time I am going to do some training at the WLA. I need to pay my fees and finish my training. (Completing Training 5, now hero level) After that I plan to make one last trip to the Catacombs. On the way back I will visit Mara the Weaver to have her inspect and maintain my gear. She is one of the only known people who can properly work Steelgrass equipment and is nonviolently located next to our tower. Finally I plan to drop by the bar for a drink...Oh, and I also need to visit my some of our less reputable friends.
The cleric gives a sly smile. The Brodery Family are close contacts of the Iron Dragon's. Thinking back he recalls how the first spirit that he helped cross over as a Grim Avenger was their eldest sister who had taken care of the family. She was a priestess of The Edge and had plucked her own eye from her head to use as her holy symbol. That is now the third eye in the center of Bosk's head and part of his symbol of Gargul.
None of the Iron Dragons will question the cleric's cryptic message. They know her brother, Jimbim, is a rogue who sells Bosk his poisons. The only reason Bosk tolerates this is that he only sells the poisons to Bosk, and even then with restrictions. JimBim Broderly can only acquire plant or animal poisons (not other monstrous) and will only sell contact or injury poisons (which can be marginally justified for adventurer use). Inhaled or ingested could really only be used by assassins and he will not obtain or sell them. Luckily over time his selection has continuously expanded. (Max Poison DC available = Base 10+ PC CL ½ ( PC 18th level = Poison DC 19)
Garret Goodbarrel [AC:40/34/33; +4 vs AOO HP: 232/232 Ki:19/19 CMD: 47 SR: 28] Thursday January 11th, 2018 11:27:54 AM
Garret wakes up early, feeling refreshed for the first time in some time. He looks around, then out the window. He wonders why there aren't more meat-on-a-stick vendors out in the early morning.
He wanders upstairs to the top of the tower and spots Anrete there, there lying on the ground, trying to sun himself in the early morning hours. Garret really wonders how long one person can lie on the roof, but he figures that's up to Anrete. He waves and heads down into the kitchen, wandering around to see if there's anything ready to eat this fine morning.
Sesha [AC 39 /16 To/38 Fl] | HP 178/178 | CMD 32] Thursday January 11th, 2018 2:20:27 PM
Sesha wakes again, in the arms of Sister.
The simulacrum had been growing closer to her, or at least learning how to act like it was, and that pleased her. She assumed the day would come when she would have to dismiss the creature from her bedchambers and replace her with Restlin, but that was still some time off in the future.
At least her dreams were normal.
Zane (JCC) AC 39(33), CMB 22, CMD 38, HP 268/268, Blindsense 60' Character Thursday January 11th, 2018 4:47:09 PM
Zane, sleeps in as his dreams were peaceful for a change and he was luxuriating in the peace. He'll finally wake up when the smell of food finally permeates his dream enough to wake him.
Wyaar ( Sheet) AC 35/19/30, CMD 40 (42 temp), HP 161/153, DR 5/Evil Thursday January 11th, 2018 6:43:42 PM
Wyaar too sleeps peacefully but the next day seems to have a Meltdown from a Spectre.
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So busy! Hopefully will get to sheet this weekend. Will just skip catacomb this level
Restlin (Carl) -- AC +16/+7/+13 CMD: +21 HP: 168/168 (Spells) Luck Points: 9/22 Thursday January 11th, 2018 9:07:24 PM
OOC: Bad time to be in IT security, that's for sure.
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Restlin's also pleased to wake up not choking. He finishes up his spellbook scribing & prepares for whatever's coming.
Beriothian -- AC:34+4/18+4/32+4 HP: 306/290 CMD = 23 Thursday January 11th, 2018 9:18:39 PM
Beriothian wakes up to actually see sun coming though his window. No crazy dreams and good weather, never a bad way to start the day. The druid straps on his newly upgraded armor from the catacombs and heads down the stairs to get his morning coffee.
What's with the animals? [DM Hugh] Thursday January 11th, 2018 11:57:21 PM
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