A conversational interlude--DM Post Saturday June 30th, 2018 6:22:22 PM
The little creature looks at Rolth with an impish grin as the liontaur exclaims about his recent experience. In response to his question, he intones pompously, "Noble is as noble does."
His answer to the halfling is similarly unsatisfying, "Given their nascency, I do not think they are yet named. Sense Motive 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {You get the impression he does not know and does not want to admit it."}
"I would say that vegetation does not like this group because so many of you have very large feet," he answers with another impish grin.
He turns to the wizard, answering quite seriously this time, "Approximately one week is all. You will find much has changed and there is much work to do, but recognize the fact that the what you collectively have done here, truly has saved the Wold."
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:18; Touch:15; Flat:16; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: Annoyed Saturday June 30th, 2018 7:05:46 PM
Rolth's noble question reminds Kiwina of another question, but as he thinks about it, he realizes it might be Rolth's answer. "Rolth," Kiwina says,"I had a dream the other night. I dreamed of something very like that three-in-one Sarr thing, demanding that we answer its questions. But we responded with a question of our own -- Who will claim the children of Domi? I think we do. We go back, and see if the mixed-taur children are still there, and see that they are accepted, however grudgingly." Maybe he's wrong. The aumakua don't speak as often anymore as they did in his homeland.
In any case, "There is a question I asked throughout the taurnament that I never had satisfactorily answered. I am certain it has nothing to do with feet, though. What is the value of a rose?"
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morning Star +3 1d8+1 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4-1 x2| Status: See Below Saturday June 30th, 2018 10:02:58 PM
Rolth is impressed with Kiwina's insight, and says so. "Perhaps it is so, much like the three aspects of the Sargrass are moving in greater harmony as well. I suggested as much to try to calm the parents earlier, but now I think there is an even greater likelihood that it is true. Once we return, we should look to their fate, and do what we can. Perhaps Elarorn and her family can assist, if they survived."
"Meanwhile, I've a mind to take care of some business after we get home, when the situation permits. We need to visit the Catacombs, if they still exist. And I have some training to catch up on, now that we have sufficient funds. What other things do we need to accomplish, my fellow Petals?"
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Blurry Monday July 2nd, 2018 2:29:17 AM
I have to check in with a few people, make some exchanges of weapons, and a nymph to visit at some point.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 2/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday July 2nd, 2018 7:03:11 AM
Falco sighs as Rolth speaks of all the things he would like to accomplish and the funds they have.
I am not sure what we have for funds, we seem to have killed a lot to little monetary reward. Still not my biggest concern. I... I think my days with the arcane may be coming to an end. Not sure what I should do.
He simply smiles and goes back to contemplating the new power in the Wold.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None d20=5 ; d20=18 ; Monday July 2nd, 2018 1:50:41 PM
[ooc dice rollers not working for me, or the drop down part at least so I rolled the perceptions as d20, Perception = 15, 28]
"hmmm, some sort of emissary I guess, I wonder if that's a copy of him or just the same species?" Finnian ponders as he listens to the creature answers the others questions. He has so many questions rattling around in his head but for now he is just tired. "Are the treants safe?" he asks in a breathy voice," I hope they survived this.... what every this was."
"I have some work to do as well Rolth. I need to finish this bow and I plan to continue my training with the WLA after we report back to them our part in this battle"
Elyas (Ben A.) (29/29 HP | AC: 18; Touch:14; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +4( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:Shield Monday July 2nd, 2018 3:28:52 PM "How will we return to our island? can we travel the same way we have been for the last few hops?
Elyas isn't sure what comes next, and really hasn't even had time to think about all of the things that have happened since he got kidnapped and then fell in with this group. He feels a tight bond with them all after such a crazy adventure across plains, but doesn't know where they all might be planning on going next
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Monday July 2nd, 2018 6:39:09 PM
Ahh yes, the treants, the families and the nymph. It all seems like so much more than a week ago. Tsak feels a strange compunction that, whilst he thoroughly enjoys the company of the petals, something is missing. A need for a different type of companionship is growing within him...
Epilogue--DM Post Monday July 2nd, 2018 11:57:59 PM
The little guy answers Finnian seriously, ”We are only one and, yes, the treants are safe.”
When Elyas asks how you will return to your island, he replies, ”Like this.”
Suddenly you yourselves in that now familiar gray space, but without first experiencing the whirling colors. In front of you stands Mahyawu, the manfri you first spoke with, holding a bundle of woven cloth that is larger than his diminutive person.
”With much gratitude,” he says as he effortly hands over the bundle. As it is taken, he, but not the bundle, disappears and you find yourselves standing on the deck of the grass sailing ship where you left it.
Soon after your arrival, Ramsey hastily appears from within the captain’s cabin. ”Well, about time. I was starting to worry about you.”
As you unroll the bundle you realize it is a tapestry woven from fine grass fibers. About twelve feet wide by four feet high it depicts a plain of rolling grass. As you change the angle you gaze at it, different creatures appear to roam and fly across it: prairie swallows, a herd of huge grazing creatures with enormous forelegs and a strange rolling rear appendage, an occasional rapke, and an elusive tatzlwyrm. You are not sure how you know this, but you are certain that the cloth is fire resistant.
Within the cloth are several additional items: A cloth bag also made of woven grass that contains several fine emeralds with a total value of 8000 gp.
A masterwork net woven of sargrass. It requires half the time to fold as a normal net. (One round if proficient with a net; two rounds if not.)
A masterwork lute made of hardened grass fibers. The fibers are woven in such a way that on the back of the lute, there appears a herd of wolves posed as if howling in unison. A note is attached by a string with the inscription, ”To Rolth, in appreciation for an epic poem.”
A grass fiber pouch containing a brass disk in the shape of a compass rose about six inches in diameter and half an inch thick. Within the pouch is another, smaller, pouch containing a compass. After a little experimentation it becomes obvious that the compass, rather than pointing north, always points to the disk.
For additional items Highlight to display spoiler: { There are eight more items. Each player may choose from the following list the item found for their character. Do not worry about duplicates. There can be as many or as few of each item as is wanted. It is as if the gods knew exactly what each character would appreciate. If applicable, an item will be of the appropriate size for the character (e.g., small, medium, or large).
Another pouch of emeralds worth 2000 gp.
A cloak woven in an intricate weave of fine grass fiber. It tends to ripple to the eye even when no breeze is present. This is a +1 cloak of resistance. When the wearer is in grasslands, it functions as a cloak of elvenkind (2000 gp value).
A quiver made of grass fiber woven in a herringbone pattern of different shades of gray and brown. This functions as an efficient quiver (1800 gp).
A ring of braided steelgrass specially treated to be as hard as metal. This is a +1 ring of protection (2000 gp value). It provides a +2 deflection bonus when the wearer is in grasslands.
An amulet on a strand of braided grass. The amulet is made of hardened hide you recognize as being from a rapke. ]It functions as an amulet of natural armor +1 (2000 gp).
A backsack made of supple leather. Tooled into the leather of the outer flap is an image of the lodge house where you encountered the manfri. This functions as a handy haversack (2000 gp). Additionally, you can reach inside and retrieve a piece of ranthom jerky (enough for one person a day), a string made of grass fiber (50 feet per day, or a leather skin of water (enough for one person a day.) }
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Experience. Everyone receives 2,000 xp and one hero point This point is in addition to the one earning for gaining a level,
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 2/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 7:02:12 AM
If he is being honest Falco is very excited by the idea of the gifts the group could receive. As the petals discover more and more of what has been found his smile stays fix but he wonders if this desire for stuff is really what he should be feeling.
His old curiosity kicks in as the magic items are revealed and he quickly looks for ideas as to how make things like them later. My focus may be changing but I think I will still be making magic artifacts one day.
{ooc: Need to think on the reward.}
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:18; Touch:15; Flat:16; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: Annoyed Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 7:06:33 AM
Kiwina looks at the items and spies his name on a backpack. At first he seems a little disappointed, but that only lasts until he pulls out a waterskin. "With unlimited fresh water, I could sail far enough east to climb on the moon as it rises out of the ocean. Now that would be an adventure."
"You know, guys, we need to put this ship through her paces and see what she can do. We've sailed her on grass, but will she sail on other terrain? Can we take her to sea? And what are we going to call her?"
Maybe the Rose, he thinks
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/28 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Morning Star +3 1d8+1 x3 | Paws (2) +1 1d4-1 x2| Status: See Below Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 7:10:16 AM "We did it! We're home! Hey, Ramsey, it's great to see you! Wow, look at this tapestry, could it be one of those magic gate things like in the stories? And the compass-disk thing, it's like a Petal Positioning System, we'll never be lost again! Ooh, and this lute, how lovely!" Rolth says as he essays an inexpert chord.
(OOC: For the gems, is that sale value or base value? I can't remember whether gems take a 50% loss)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 14; Touch:13; Flat: 11; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 11:49:02 AM "Ramsey! glad you are still here. has everything been ok here in our absence? The evil has been defeated and we have returned. Thank you for your aid, you have done well."
Elyas looks through the items they received.
This compass looks particularly interesting. if we leave it on the island we will never lose our way home. or do we leave it on the ship so we don't get lost while exploring new islands?
For himself, Elyas grabs an amulet that looks like hide from a Rapke. It was a fine hunt, and a mighty creature. I won't forget that day any time soon
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10) 22/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+6 | Status: Sickened, Blurred Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 3:34:39 PM
Gothruk marvels at the artwork on display. He collects his reward gratefully, a small pouch with several emeralds inside.
While he is awestruck by some of the magical items that the other petalspull from the tarp he knows that having a bit of money is always a good thing.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 4:58:27 PM
"We made it, and the treats are safe" finnian sighs feeling as though he can finally rest.
[ooc crazy day I'll look over eveyth thing tonight]
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 7:34:13 PM
Tsak also finds a backpack with his name on it. You're right Kiwina, this is the perfect gift for a ranger who's keen on exploring!
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Blurry Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 7:44:27 PM
A ring of braided steelgrass specially treated to be as hard as metal. This is a +1 ring of protection (2000 gp value). It provides a +2 deflection bonus when the wearer is in grasslands.
The ring (taken at random from the invisible list) looks perfect for Sable, especially given his grasslands affinity. He slips it on...
Epilogue continued--DM Post Tuesday July 3rd, 2018 11:09:26 PM
The Petals rightfully take joy in their gifts, each finding something just right for them.
Kiwina already is thinking of finding the horizon as he proposes putting their ship through its paces.
The compass and medallion suggest many potential uses and the Petals begin to explore them.
Ramsey beams at Elyas’ praise. ”Well, I haven’t done much, but I do have something for you,” he says shyly as he rushes below deck. He returns with a giant pot. Judging by the aroma of the vapors visibly rising from it, it appears to be filled with some type of savory stew. ”After you had been gone for awhile, I ventured into the village. When I told them who I worked for and that you stepped through a magic portal to save the Wold, they gave me all kinds of food to have ready for you if...uh, when you returned. I have been keeping something hot for you since then, in case Wold saving proved strenuous. Oh!,” he exclaims, slapping his head and running into the captain’s cabin. He returns with a tray of mugs in one hand and a cask in the other. ”I hope everyone likes ale. It’s very good.”
Anyone brave enough to try the stew will find that it is actually quite tasty. It appears Ramsey possesses a heretofore unknown talent. The ale is also quite tasty though it appears that the cask is about half empty before Ramsey starts filling the mugs.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +6 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Wednesday July 4th, 2018 6:31:40 AM
Rolth likes Gothruk's choice and makes the same, tucking a bag of emeralds into his pouch as well. When he hears Ramsey's news, he exclaims, "Well done, Ramsey! Captain Kiwina, I nominate him for Quartermaster of the Rose, which by the way is a fine name for this vessel. Let us all eat and drink of this wonderful creation, in praise of Domi the Protector, Domi the Courageous, who has given us the strength to join in saving the Wold."
"Ramsey, how fares the village and the isle? What news of the treants? Of the other inhabitants in Chessford?"
As he listens, he joins Kiwina in checking over the ship. Does it float here too, or are we going to need help getting it to the water?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 2/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Wednesday July 4th, 2018 7:52:43 AM
Falco finds a supple leather backpack that he quickly works out is a variation on a Handy Haversack. He picks it up with a smile. Not the most glamorous of magics but very practical when you are my size. Should allow me to carry as much as the big guys, almost.
"News would be good, the danger may be over but we might need to help clean up and repair."
He looks at the others. "We are all sticking together right? I feel I am at a crossroads in my role in the Wold but I am sure, whatever form my powers take, my place is with this team."
Kiwina (Steve M) (40/40 HP | AC:18; Touch:15; Flat:16; CMD:17) | HeP: 2 | Status: Annoyed Wednesday July 4th, 2018 10:53:59 AM
Kiwina checks out the ship, looking for items needing repair and seeing how she handles herself where it sits. He and Rolth find the items the party gathered but could not use since they left Chessford -- "One of us should take these to the catacombs. I imagine all of us will end up going there soon enough. Need to sort through things and see what everyone wants, first."
"I suppose we should think about hiring Ramsey, too. And I would like to see Chessford myself."
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 14; Touch:13; Flat: 11; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Wednesday July 4th, 2018 12:27:21 PM "The rose? I thought we were the 8-petaled rose. Seems funny to give our ship the same name as our group. But I suppose it is a better name than 'Vase' or 'Bush'. I have never been good at naming things..
Elyas happily eats a portion of the stew Ramsey prepared. This is quite good! have you had training as a cook?
to Falco, Elyas says "I do hope we stay together. But what is this you say about your role? what happened to you out there?"
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10) 22/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+6 | Status: Sickened, Blurred Wednesday July 4th, 2018 1:25:25 PM
Gothruk piques up as Elyas points out that we've already named ourself the Eight peteled rose.
It kind if makes sense, each of us are petal of the rose and the ship is the stem-y part that is the centre. It might as well be a member of the group it'self.
Gothruk then tucks into the stew eating a hearty portion.
In response to Falco's question about us staying together he replies, I'm sticking around, I like all of you, couldn't ask for better people to have covering my back. And if this is just the beginning of our adventures then we'll have hundreds of good stories to tell by the time we're old and grey.
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Wednesday July 4th, 2018 2:07:25 PM
As great as the other items one in particular stands out to Finnian. He reaches down and pulls out a beautiful quiver. The alternating greys and browns make the quiver not only functional but a work of art. He throws off an empty quiver and deposits his remaining arrows into the new one. He feels a sense of accomplishment and pride while wearing the quiver, for it represents not only his status as an elite sharpshooter, but also his role in saving the Wold. "I'll need to replinish this" he jokes indicating the pitiful number of arrows poking out of the quiver.
"I too will be staying, but for now I need to get to work." He grabs a mug and takes a swig. Wiping is mouth he adds, "Ramsy this is delicious. Thank you for taking the time to prepare all of this." He stowes his current bow in the compartment in his quiver and draws out the half done bow from his pack. "If you don't mind I really do need to finish this before we run across anything else. My old bow is splintering and has become far to easy to draw." Finnian finds a place to set up and begins working on his bow.
Currently at 26/56 hours on the bow and will work until fatigued or exhausted to get as much done as he can, granted he's already tired.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday July 4th, 2018 9:12:25 PM
Tsak forces himself to partake of someof the delicious stew before grabbing a tankard of ale. He thanks Ramsey profusely. After a while he has a look thru the assortment of items that the company has picked up on its adventure so far.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Mage Armor | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 2/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Thursday July 5th, 2018 6:32:05 AM
Having a sudden realization that he does not know what is going on in his mind Falco quickly drops the backpack. Better to be flexiable I guess. Who knows what I will need soon.
He bends and picks up the bag of gems thinking gold is more usable.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +6 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +4 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Thursday July 5th, 2018 6:56:39 AM
Rolth blinks in surprise at the idea that the Petals might not remain together--it quite literally had not even occurred to him as a possibility. "Finnian and Gothruk, I too fully intend to stick around and continue our good works! Elyas, you might have bloomed later, but are no less a part of this wonderful fellowship. Imagine what we can accomplish together. Falco, my doughty friend, I my heart is warmed that you choose to stay, even though you are uncertain of your own path? Where does your spririt call you now, if not to the arcane?" He looks like he might break out in song or verse, but then seems too overcome by emotion to speak for a moment...then turns to more practical matters.
"Perhaps the treants can help carry the ship to water? They are quite powerful, and the ship not so large. Then we can make for Chessford, render what assistance is needed, and go shopping in the Catacombs! Kiwina, I like the idea of continuing Ramsey in our company, to help run the ship," he continues in a private aside.
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None Thursday July 5th, 2018 10:48:17 AM "Let us finish inspecting the ship first. We encountered her as a flying ship, and need to make sure she is suitably designed for water before we put her in or over it."
Kiwina is also taken aback by the thoight of the Petals spliiting up, although it is not a surprising question. His heart will always lie with the ocean, and he could see others being similarly affected by the Sarr.
(OOC: Have we determined the ship isn't still aloft?)
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10) 22/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+6 | Status: Sickened, Blurred d20+7=23 ; Thursday July 5th, 2018 12:44:13 PM
Gothruk will assist Kiwina in his search of the ship for any obvious problems, he's not that good when it comes to boats but has been on enough during his time as a petal to know roughly how things should be. Perception = 23
Epilogue continued--DM Post Thursday July 5th, 2018 10:06:19 PM
Rolth peppers Ramsey with questions, "How fares the village and the isle? What news of the treants? Of the other inhabitants in Chessford?"
”The village is doing great. When the blood grass died, everyone pitched in and starting repairing everything. The Wanderer’s Roost has a new owner. A little guy by the name of Amaretto. He’s quite the cook and knows his ale.” He emphasizes this last statement with a refill of his mug.
He responds to Elyas, ”Nah, I didn’t make this. I can’t even burn water. Amaretto cooked it up. I’ve just been keeping it hot for you.”
While others consider what to do next, Finnian finally gets some time to finish his bow and Kiwina and Gothruk make a careful inspection of the “Rose.
The ship appears to be a fine one. Double masted with fore and aft decks, its cabins are oversized to accommodate large creatures. The seamless hull is fabricated of tightly woven grass and there is no sign of pitch having ever been applied. Gothruk perceives that the hull is water tight without any sealer needed.
Profession Sailor 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { Although the hull appears water tight, the Rose will still ship water during rain or high seas. There appears to be no means of removing water. Perhaps this was not a problem in the Sargrass, but on the seas it will definitely be an issue. Like a waterborne sailing vessel, there is ballast along the keel that will provide an effective bilge. To add a bilge pump that would solve the issue you estimate it would take four people with tools and materials about a day.}
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 14; Touch:13; Flat: 11; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N d20+6=25 ; Thursday July 5th, 2018 10:41:07 PM
After finishing the excellent meal, Elyas spends some time below-decks and walking around the outside of the fantastical grass-ocean-worthy ship. He takes extensive notes in a book he keeps at his side and spends an hour or so working on calculations. (Profession Sailor check of 25).
Once he has finished a round, he shows some of his sketches to his companions.
It looks to me that this ship was designed specifically for its use on the sar plains. It has no way of removing water in a storm! But look here, it shouldn't be too hard to rig up a bilge pump. we could easily make this in a day
Like Elyas, Kiwina notes the need for a bilge pump. Elyas' sketches look good. "Let's do it." Mentally, he notes that although they found a set of tools onboard when they were modifying the boiler, a set of masterwork tools would make modifications and repairs easier. But he's not going to make that a priority right away.
He continues to look the ship over, making as thorough an inspection as he can. Their lives will depend on the Rose, and he tries to overlook nothing. (Perception = 23, craft ship = 25)
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Blurry d20+5=8 ; Friday July 6th, 2018 1:49:40 AM
Sable is not sure what the others are talking about needing a pump, but he trusts Kiwana's judgement and will help make the modifications needed on the ship and will recommend they get repair and backup gear for the vessel.
Gothruk Gore (Logan) AC 13 (T11/F10) 22/25HP |Guisarme +6 2D6+6 | Status: Blurred Friday July 6th, 2018 5:59:21 AM
Gothruk, happy with the state of the ship, moves down to his bunk and meditates on the battle they just had, trying to commit as much as possible to memory. The way enemies reacted, which of their blows landed and the emotions that flooded the field of battle.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 2/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Friday July 6th, 2018 7:05:40 AM "Sharp eye Elyas. We certainly would not want to out in a storm with no pump, even just sailing we would take on some water would we not? Sounds like money and time well spent though I have no idea how to do it personally."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None Friday July 6th, 2018 7:09:02 AM
Rolth pitches in to help Captain Kiwina with the survey and modification of the ship, excited to be back on the sea soon. During a break he pulls out his new lute, and lovingly strums a few chords, awkwardly at first but with rapid improvement. "You know, I learned a few things from our clan skalds as a cub. It's been a few years, but let's see if I my fingers remember what they are doing." As he plays, he is muttering under his breath. Each of the Petals in turn may be surprised to hear his voice in their ear, as if whispered, yet Rolth remains in his place in the circle of resting adventurers.
Sailing takes me away to where I've always heard it could be Just a dream and the wind to carry me And soon…
(OOC: With real world credit to Christopher Cross, of course. Rolth has made the leap to Bard!)
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Friday July 6th, 2018 5:21:56 PM
Finnian works long past exhaustion on his new bow, but the soft song coming from Rolth keeps him going. "who knew you could sing such a sweet tune and be such an imposing force on the battle field" he says in common tauric stumbling a bit over the words "I've been practicing the common tongue while I work" he adds with smile and slight blush.
"This thing here is nearly complete," he says holding up the bow. The dark and light colors swirl in the sunlight and it has a slight red tint to it. "Just a few more finishing touches and it will be ready to test"
"I would like to visit with the treants again. They seemed a bit agitated last time... for good reason of course, but now that the current threat has passed hopefully they will be a bit more pleasant"
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 24/24 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+6=24 ; Friday July 6th, 2018 6:45:24 PM
(Profession: Sailor=24 Pass) Tsak understands the need for a pump to remove water collected from rain or waves that crest the bow of the ship, and also notes that it is missing. Even though the hull may be water tight, a bilge pump will be required if the petals hope to use their new ship on any size-able expanse of water.. He puts head and hands together with Elyas, Kiwina and Sable to see what can be achieved with the items available.
A welcome (DM John) Saturday July 7th, 2018 7:34:20 AM
The Petals quickly take charge of their new home, the Rose.
Ramsey is excited and delighted to be a part of the activity and manages to be always at hand without ever being in the way.
As the sun gets low in the sky, some sort of commotion appears to be developing from the direction of Chessford.
Is that the sound of war? No, it is the sound of singing that you hear.
It appears the good people of the island have noticed your arrival and are sending a welcoming committee. Complete with banners, song, and, from the looks of it, dancing.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 19) | Glaive +5 1d10+4 x3 | Paws (2) +3 1d4+1 x2| Status: None d20+8=10 ; d20+8=13 ; Saturday July 7th, 2018 11:54:59 AM
Rolth is overjoyed that the village is in good enough shape to be celebrating! Before they arrive, he will comb out his mane with his magical comb. He will add notes from his new lute to the revelers' music, but still seems to be getting used to the thing after a long time away from the instrument. Hopefully it is a forgiving crowd! (Perform: Strings = 10 or 11 if they favor Domi)
If asked, he will be happy to reprise his epic, Charge of the Dark Brigade. He's no Gnym of Gnym yet, but is proud of his first effort, and the story of the Petals' role that day. Otherwise he is happy to mingle with the crowd, seeking out information on the fate of those people and places dear to us. How fares Sandifurr's? Elarorn and family? The local Catacombs branch?
If any of the mixed taur children are present, he will greet them warmly as signs of Domi's favor upon us, and of the coming reunification of the Noble Taurs! He will make a point to dance with them if they would like, and otherwise show the others through his actions how they should be treated well. (If needed, Diplomacy = 13, or 14 with those favoring Domi.)
If the children are not present, he will politely but firmly inquire into their status and location.
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:14; Touch:11; Flat:12; CMD:18) | HeP: 4 | Status: None d20+5=15 ; Saturday July 7th, 2018 5:29:38 PM
Kiwina looks through the crowd for faces he is familiar with, and says hello. More, though, he listens for news of local events since the party disappeared, and for news of how the recent chaos affected the other islands, gently steering his conversations towards these topics.
Not to be outdone by Rolth, he tries his hand at telling the tale of their recent battle -- not in epic form, though, just an unvarnished account as he saw it. It's a chance to try out a new skill, and one that he first attempted to use to calm these villagers' children in the nearby caves. (roll: oratory = 15) Wow, not that long ago. It feels like months.
And food. As centaurs always do, he looks for food.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 14; Touch:13; Flat: 11; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status:N Sunday July 8th, 2018 2:37:37 PM
Elyas feels a little bit sick to his stomach seeing the crowd coming. He has never quite fit in well on the 'Taur majority island, and doesn't like being the center of attention in general.
He is, however interested to see what has been happening since the Petals left on their quest, so he spends some time asking after those that they helped in the cave, and seeing what became of the half-breed children.
After a short time, he finds himself back on the ship, trying to look busy inspecting the in-progress bilge pump but really just avoiding any more congratulations.
Sable (Don) ( HP 31/31| AC: 16/18; Touch: 11; Flat: 14/16; CMD: 20 Hero P: 3) | Status: Blurry Sunday July 8th, 2018 5:26:50 PM
Sable will join in the festivities, but once completed will go visit the Mailed Fist to return the +1 bow from the Fist (I have an extra now) and retrieve my original masterwork spear. Then would like to trade the +1 Battle axe for a +1 Greatsword. Then a swing by the fletcher to purchase 40 arrows to replace those used... (-2 GP).
Finnian (Zeke) (HP:23/27; AC: 16; Touch: 13; Flat: 13; CMD: 17) Status: None Sunday July 8th, 2018 11:29:08 PM
Finnian will head over to the fletcher with Sable and then over to the WLA lodge to finally pay his dues and receive some training.
[ooc: So can I just complete the work on this bow? I should be at maybe 36/56] or keep tracking.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 13(17) (T13/F11) 18/18 HP | 2/7 Acid Dart | Lt Crossbow +4 1d6 x2 | Status: None | Spellbook Monday July 9th, 2018 6:49:28 AM
Falco takes a moment to find a small place on the boat he can think of as his own. He spends some time contemplating but beeing the celebration that they are arriving two Falco's questions of his life choices seems to melt into the background.
"A party? Well that sounds like quite the thing now doesn't it. Dancing and drink! The cure for our past adventures I think."
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