DM Tanner Sunday October 21st, 2018 11:31:16 PM
FRIDAY POST
Askel nods. "Aye, I have a way. I can cast a minor form of the dream spell to alert the other captains. I suppose it will also be a good way of seeing if we lost anyone, if I cannot find them in their dreams."
The Dre Moria ship continues downstream, seemingly ignoring your vessel now that they have judged you as harmless. You continue upstream at a slow pace, the long oars manned by the dwarves crew making steady headway against the current.
By the reckoning if Askel, you have perhaps a week before reaching the settlement site. How do you spend your time?
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+7=26 ; Monday October 22nd, 2018 6:05:09 AM
Haemir ponders for a few seconds what spells Askel means (Spellcraft:26) and looks at the dwarf with renewed respect. "Interesting, perhaps I can help? I'm a dream-walker, Although I believe it's called a dream-speaker? I'm unfamiliar with how it's referred to outside of my clan"
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Monday October 22nd, 2018 12:47:53 PM
Bigby brings the the barrel full of seaweed into a place where it won't be touched. this can save me some time for a entangle spell. he will meditate on create water spell because you never know when you just might need water such as dousing coals of fire being ready to be shot at you. Bigby will also spend time honing his sailing profession skills through all of these sailors. He attempts pirate speak. "rrrrrrrr??"
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Monday October 22nd, 2018 1:22:26 PM
'Lil spends her time getting to know these new people she'll be spending so much time with. She helps Bigby move that big'ol barrel of seaweed since it's probably heavy. "This probly ain't gonna smell too good in a couplea days, you know," she idly comments. She suggests it be put somewhere people aren't.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour Monday October 22nd, 2018 2:46:03 PM
Sol offers his assistance to the Captain now that the immediate danger has passed, either in tracking supplies with the Quartermaster or anything else that Sol could do.
He also spends more time getting to know the others in his party a bit more, specifically Lil as she is the newest member of their merry band.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 d20=16 ; Monday October 22nd, 2018 7:31:24 PM
Like the others, Caelwyn spends some time getting to know his companions and shipmates. He also does his best to help keep watch as they travel (Perception 16), works to keep himself in shape by training with his weapons, and spends time praying to Domi.
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=20 ; Monday October 22nd, 2018 7:58:40 PM
Haemir will help with the dream talking (if needed, he can cast it on others if he cannot identify the sailor himself) and general sailing duties. Fand will keep lookout (Perception:20).
In spare time Haemir will continue reading his book (he's learning Terran) and he will listen in on a lot of the chats. Whilst in professor mode he can be quite chatty and confident but other times he is strangely withdrawn and he almost looks like he is focusing on distant horizons. He will make some effort to get to know the others though.
DM Tanner Monday October 22nd, 2018 11:35:39 PM
The spell mentioned by Askel is fairly common -- minor dream.
"This spell functions as the dream spell, except as follows. The messenger must be yourself or a gnome touched. The message can be no longer than 20 words. If the recipient of the message is not asleep when the spell is cast, the spell automatically fails."
The Nixie Queen continues to travel upstream for another week without incident. Shifts taking watch are rather boring, and you do not encounter any more scout ships of the Dre Moria.
The cliffs and rugged hills of the coastal lands give way to rolling plains. Trees become more scarce. With every passing day the plains become flatter, the grass is become taller and more numerous, and there are fewer geographic features. Finally, you wake up one morning to find that the River cuts through a land of grasses ranging between 10 and 30 feet tall! It forms an impenetrable Thicket that blocks line of sight. A constant susurrus stirs the air as wind blows between the stocks and sheaves of the grass. The grass comes in a variety of colors from green, to read, to gold, to even blue! Some grasses are supple and bend easily in the wind. Others appear as stiff and rigid as wood.
Besides a multitude of birds making their nests on the ground or high in the grasses, there is little in the way of wildlife. Except the insects, of course. the mosquitoes and gnats are plentiful, which is not surprising given your proximity to water and the amount of shade afforded by the grass.
Exactly one week after you enter the mouth of the river, Askel calls a meeting of the crew. He announces that you have reached your destination, according to his compass and charts. "We should be close to the ruins of Rattledam. It was a major trading post before the upheaval destroyed it. The ship will drop anchor, and landing parties will depart by row boat. The crew is going to begin the work of unloading the ship and preparing for the rest of the flotilla." He turns and looks at your party. "While they are working, I need our troubleshooters to secure the area and make certain that there are no beasts or monsters that may present a danger."
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Tuesday October 23rd, 2018 4:29:49 PM
Look at Tanner bringing out the $2.00 words. :D
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"FINALLY," thinks 'Lil. She doesn't say that, cause that'd be rude.
There's lots of questions, though. Will they have one-a them fancy boats that floats on grass? If not, does Askel have a few machetes he can loan out? What kind of perimeter would be sufficient.
Is the really tall grass sparse enough that we can see at least a few dozen feet out, or is visibility just what's right in front of us?
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour Tuesday October 23rd, 2018 4:40:44 PM
Sol looks amazed at the different types of grass, and immediately begins writing it down in his book.
"Does anyone know anything about these different grasses? It seems very odd so many different types would grow so close together."
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Tuesday October 23rd, 2018 6:59:51 PM
Bigby sees all of the grass and thinks, looks like I won't need the seaweed anymore.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Tuesday October 23rd, 2018 7:24:57 PM
Time to get to work, Caelwyn thinks. Hopefully they will be able to deal with any monsters or other threats. "Askel, how do you recommend dealing with these grasses? We should be careful about cutting them down, is that correct? And do we have any craft that could help us navigate the terrain more easily?"
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=19 ; Tuesday October 23rd, 2018 11:44:39 PM
Haemir stands there slack jawed gorping at the different grasses... before remembering himself and dashing off to gather his gear. Fand takes to air (P reception:19)
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Tuesday October 23rd, 2018 11:45:59 PM
"We have our own boat. Remember building it..?"
DM Tanner Tuesday October 23rd, 2018 11:52:01 PM
The Nixie Queen approaches a large sandy bank, and Askel signals for a halt. The sailors beginning hauling up their oars as sails are trimmed and stowed. "This is the place." Askel gestures toward the shoreline.
A large bank stretches on either side, with approximately 30 feet of gently sloping sand between the shoreline and a line of waist-high rocks. Apparently the sandbank is too loose for any of the grass to take root, and you estimate that frequent flooding keeps seedlings from sprouting. "We are going to disembark on that bank. Troubleshooters! I didn't want to mention, but I have seen shadows trailing us for several hours. I think we have attracted attention."
The more observant members of your party concur, there have been small shadows flitting between the long stalks of grass, but none of you have been able to pinpoint anything other than vague shapes.
Haemir, however, manages to spot a dark shape just above the line of rocks! It disappears as soon as he raises a hand to point.
Askel sighs. "It looks like we have company. We have a rowboat you can take ashore. Please go, investigate, and deal with whatever is following us."
ooc: Any preparations? The ship is currently 100 feet from the shoreline.
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+4=15 ; Wednesday October 24th, 2018 11:57:38 AM
'Lil's not too observant, so as soon as they hit the beach, she'll have Ramona ready. "Ok, Haemir. You keep them elven eyes peeled and point anything what needs smashin' out to me. Stay close, everyone, but not too close. I need room to swing this thing..."
Perception: 15 - 'Lil keeps her eyes peeled best she can.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+9=13 ; Wednesday October 24th, 2018 12:42:24 PM
Bigby makes a perception check: 13. "somethings out there, but don't know what."somethings out there not because he saw anything but because they said so. Need to focus Bigsby.
Sol keeps his eyes peeled when it is mentioned there is something in the grasses. He gets on a boat when instructed, he however re-iterates his question about the grasses.
"Does anyone know anything about these odd grasses? Is there anything we should do or not do?"
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 d20=18 ; Wednesday October 24th, 2018 7:53:02 PM
"Hmmm...it's not likely to be Dre Moria elves, I think, so I wonder what these creatures could be..." Caelwyn has his weapons and gear packed and ready; holding his shortspear in his hand, he gazes out upon the grass looking for any sign of movement. (Perception 18)
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=12 ; d20+2=12 ; Wednesday October 24th, 2018 11:38:50 PM
Haemir and Fand stay alert (Perception:12 each) -ish... Loading his large crossbow he answers Sol. "Don't know much myself about the grass Sol, but some of it looks lethally sharp. I'd stay out of it till we know more." He ponders a moment looking at the row boat. "Shall we pack a few shields at the front in case whatever it is out there has any ranged weapons?"
DM Tanner Wednesday October 24th, 2018 11:42:20 PM
As far as anyone can tell, the grasses in this area are quite ordinary.
You get loaded into the rowboat (ooc: Please be specific and cataloging any gear you take with you from the ship) and the crew begins to lower you to the water. "Look!", a sailor shouts. You all look across the river to the shore.
There are nearly a dozen small distinct shadows above the rock line away from the shore. They were definitely not present a moment ago. It appears you have many sets of eyes watching your progress. You will be only about 30 feet from the shadows by the time you set foot on the sandbank.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour Thursday October 25th, 2018 2:18:09 PM
Sol brings his staff, his spellbook, his note book and writing instruments and rations for a few days and water.
"This is incredibly exciting do you not think?" He says to no one in particular.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 d20=6 ; Thursday October 25th, 2018 8:45:52 PM
Caelwyn didn't have a lot in his pack to begin with, so he has taken everything he has with him except the masterwork trident, which has been left behind on the ship. He looks closely to see if he can identify what is waiting for them on the shore (Perception 6).
"Let's be cautious, but friendly - we want to try to win over the locals, not get into a fight we them, if possible."
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=21 ; Thursday October 25th, 2018 8:59:39 PM
Haemir packs all of his gear except a cauldron he was storing on the ship and his old xbow. If the dwarves are ok lending some shields he will pack a couple at the front of the boat. Loading his xbow he also peers toward the shore (Perception:21) to see what is trying to hide. He nods himself head in agreement with Caelwyn's advice.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+9=27 ; Thursday October 25th, 2018 9:11:20 PM
Bigby takes what he has on his list and he and Wolfgang get onto the other boat. Perception check (27) for the wild things out there. "When you got a thing to do it's best to just do it."
DM Tanner Thursday October 25th, 2018 11:51:29 PM
The rowboat continues across the river until the prow gently scrapes against the sandbar. Haemir and Bigby observe that these shapes hiding in the grass are waist-high humanoids. The shape in the center steps out from the shadows, and you see that it is a halfling. The most savage halfling you've ever seen. He is tawny and muscular, wearing a variety of furs and skins. In one hand he holds a wicked-looking spear. He raises the spear and points toward your party. A dozen other halflings step out from the shadows on either side of him. All of them hold spears or slings.
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Friday October 26th, 2018 10:02:33 AM
(Sorry for the missed post.)
"Sure hope these things speak common," 'Lil says to herself. She puts her hands up and says "Woah now, we don't wanna fight but we will if ya push us. Let's calm down and talk, yea?"
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+9=13 ; Friday October 26th, 2018 1:45:53 PM "I can speak halfling and can translate for anyone, but my diplomacy skills will most likely get us attacked." Bigby smiles awkwardly. Perception to try to hear what they are saying (13).
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: Mage Armour Friday October 26th, 2018 2:35:00 PM
Sol chuckles softly at Bigby's self deprecating response.
"I am also probably not the best to speak to them, my diplomacy skills are also somewhat lacking, much to my parents chagrin."
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Friday October 26th, 2018 7:56:26 PM
"At least they seem prepared to talk..." Haemir looks towards Lil
DM Tanner d20+7=16 Sunday October 28th, 2018 11:25:41 PM
FRIDAY POST
Lil speaks and Bigby translates. The halfling in the center speaks in response. His words are a guttural deviation of typical Halfling, accompanied by animated physical gestures, but seem friendly.
Halfling Highlight to display spoiler: {"You bigguns! You come in water-box! You here to trade? Fight? We want happy talk."}
Sense Motive DC 16 Highlight to display spoiler: {While the leader seems friendly enough, his followers are giving you a very appraising eye.}
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+1=15 ; d20+1=9 ; d20+2=4 ; Monday October 29th, 2018 9:45:08 AM
Haemir studies the hafling (Sense Motive:15) but can't quite help feeling he is missing something. His hands grip his xbow but it is aimed down towards the ground in a non-aggressive way and his eyes flick around studying the area (Perception:9) as does Fand (Perception:4) or rather she intends to but suddenly spots a bug on Haemir and starts pecking at it distracting Haemir... "Fand what are you doing..? Not now... he whispers.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+3=21 ; d20+9=23 ; Monday October 29th, 2018 11:10:12 AM
sense motive (21). "The leader is asking us if we are here to trade, or fight. his words are 'we want happy talk.' And as for his followers. It seems they are appraising us. Just be ready for anything as things may not be on the up and up," Bigby shares with his companions. perception (23).
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+8=25 ; Monday October 29th, 2018 11:30:17 AM "I mean, we can't start off our journey by just attacking the natives, especially since they say they're not looking to fight." She still doesn't speak halfling, so she asks to be translated. Anyone paying attention notices that when 'Lil is being diplomatic, her speech is much more formal and proper. She's probably spent a lot of time learning the finer arts of diplomacy.
"We're here to explore, and certainly don't want to resort to violence. You have my word that so long as you and yours are peaceful, so are we. Do you know a place called Rattledam?"
Diplomacy: 25
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+9=27 ; Monday October 29th, 2018 1:35:33 PM
(perception 27) Bigby notices that 'Lil steps up her diplomatic game and gives an approving nod to 'Lil and translates what she had said to the halflings.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+1=14 ; Monday October 29th, 2018 6:10:10 PM
Sol smiles, listening to the words, even though he has NO idea what is being said, it's interesting to him. He has a bright smile on his face and whispers quietly to Bigby when he has a chance.
"You will have to teach me how to speak that language at some point!"
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 d20=16 ; d20+2=14 ; Monday October 29th, 2018 7:48:49 PM
Caelwyn holds his shield at his side, resting his shortspear against his shoulder. While the other halflings don't seem overtly hostile, they may not be as friendly as their leader (Sense Motive 16). At least a conversation had begun. He keeps an eye on the other halflings, ready for action if they should make a move, and lets his companions do the talking (Perception 14).
DM Tanner Monday October 29th, 2018 11:55:31 PM
The halfling leader smiles and nods.
Halfling Highlight to display spoiler: {"Yes, Rattledam. Was big human trade village. Destroyed by Sargrass Reborn. Bodies everywhere. They feed us for a long time. Big bless."}
You notice several of the other halflings are how hefting their spears or rubbiling leathers.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Tuesday October 30th, 2018 10:32:40 AM
Bigby will translate to the others. "he says rattledam was a human trade village destroyed by the Sargrass. He then added bodies everywhere and that the bodies feed them for a long time. Soooo...these guys eat people. I mean we're people...just saying."
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+8=18 ; Tuesday October 30th, 2018 4:28:27 PM
I mean...on the one hand they're obviously primitive and have different values and morals than us city folk do.
On the other, that's just gross.
Bigby is not wrong. Is the little guy happy because he thinks we're just gonna let him eat us without a fight? That's not happening. No sir.
Sense motive: 18 - This guy gonna try to eat us?
'Lil's next words are contingent on that sense motive result.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Tuesday October 30th, 2018 5:34:42 PM
Sol is completely oblivious to the facts and is just entranced by the conversation, enjoying the back and forth.
While he does appear to be a bit shocked by the apparent semi-cannibalism aspect, it seems more like he's interested in it than worried.
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Tuesday October 30th, 2018 7:04:28 PM
Haemir's eyes take on a slightly distant look, a dreamy look almost as if he is half present and half somewhere else. "Ask them what they would trade for ..." he asks after a while. He is ready to shoot the leader if it kicks off but appears relaxed with his xbow lowered. "Might not be too wise to dine or sup with them." he says with a chuckle.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Tuesday October 30th, 2018 8:10:31 PM
"Fantastic", Caelwyn mutters to himself...he now lifts his shield into a defensive position, keeping a close eye the halflings surrounding them.
DM Tanner Tuesday October 30th, 2018 11:38:41 PM
The halflings definitely seem interested in eating you, but they also do not appear eager to die over a meal... Hence they are sizing you up. The leader continues speaking.
Halfling Highlight to display spoiler: {"You are... warriors? Traders? Where you from? More on water box?"}
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Wednesday October 31st, 2018 11:16:35 AM He's asking us if we are warriors or traders, where we are from and if there are more in the boat. Is this where we go alpha on them and answer warriors with 1000 on the boat or do we look away and say traders because they are alpha? I think I'd prefer if we are alpha. I might be biased though...wolf thing. Anyhow how do you want me to answer?"
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+8=22 ; Wednesday October 31st, 2018 12:00:52 PM "Honestly. These little guys may end up our neighbors.
"We are both. We're here on a mission of exploration and trade, but come well armed. The five of us before you are all capable warriors, and we have many more on board our ship who are capable fighters as well. We're from all walks of life, but the ship itself set sail from Hook City.
"We welcome peaceful relations, but have no intention of being dinner. Agree not to try and dine on us or the ship's crew, and we will get along just fine."
Diplomacy: 22
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Wednesday October 31st, 2018 12:28:08 PM
Bigby nods head and translates what 'Lil says. Then he responds to 'Lil "this is why you do the diplomacy thing...good job."
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Wednesday October 31st, 2018 7:45:51 PM
Sol chuckles at the back and forth sitting down on the ground with his notebook out, writing in it to keep notes of what is happening.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Wednesday October 31st, 2018 8:27:15 PM
Caelwyn smiles. "Very nice. We can be friendly, but they need to be sure that we are more than capable of defending ourselves. If they think we are weak, I'm sure they will not hesitate to try to kill us..."
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Thursday November 1st, 2018 5:24:23 AM
Haemir raises an eyebrow when Sol sits down and starts making notes but continues to watch the exchange ready in case anything goes wrong. He grins at the 'don't eat us and we'll get on fine comment' which he regards as very true.
DM Tanner Thursday November 1st, 2018 11:46:20 PM
ooc: Your group keeps being diplomatic. Where are the murder-hobos I was expecting?
The halfling leader is hesitant, but barks a few commands in what sounds like a hunting code language. He motions back to the grass. The dozen hunters flow back into the bizarre foliage with nary a rustle. After a few moments, all is quiet. For now.
After a few minutes, barring your group barreling into the Sargrass willy-nilly, the other rowboats begin to arrive. Dwarves sailors begin to busy themselves with unloading barrels and boxes. One of the more veteran sailors looks up and asks, "What were those things? Did you scare it off?
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Friday November 2nd, 2018 11:39:41 AM
ooc: this murdering hobo is too low level. haha.
Bigby looks over to the sailor and says, "they're little savage people eating people, but looks like they are retreating due to our bigger presence. Say something about little people eating people...say they are prudent"
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Friday November 2nd, 2018 1:08:53 PM
'Lil frowns. That wasn't the reaction she wuz lookin' for. That said, "we wanna eat you more than we wanna be friends." That means they'll be trouble.
"They're most likely gonna be foes. We offered peace, they chose to walk away without accepting or refusing. They prolly wanna eat us and are figuring out how to make that happen. Next time, we smash first, talk later, ok?" She turns to Bigby. "Later, we should track where they went. You can do that, right?"
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Friday November 2nd, 2018 1:23:49 PM
Bigby taps to his nose and looks at wolfgang and points to him. "can't fool that nose. we can track them."or try, he thinks.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Friday November 2nd, 2018 7:36:42 PM
"We simply need to be as intimidating as possible, to be quite frank" Caelwyn offers. "If they know, without the shadow of a doubt, that to cross us means instant death, there will be no problems. Then we can look to establish better relations later. I fear we may not have seen the last of these savage halflings..."
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Friday November 2nd, 2018 7:46:36 PM
"Wait... they also have not attacked us, and the may be scared of us more than we are of them. After all we have arrived in fairly great force. It may be they feel we are invading."
Sol stands up, brushing the dirt off himself.
"Unless I missed something."
DM Tanner Friday November 2nd, 2018 11:58:00 PM
The crew of the ship continues to disembark by row boats. Slowly, a handful at a time, the sailors make landfall. They bring with them barrels and crates of supplies. Some of them set to clearing space, making short work of the stubby grass near the shoreline with daggers and sickles.
In the space of an hour, the industrious dwarves have unloaded a significant amount of the ship's hold, and begin setting up camp. Tents made of oiled cloth spring up in orderly lines. Ditches are dug, horse lines are strung, and fire pits are cleared. What was once a bit of wild and scruffy land is now harmonious order.
Signi directs the shore effort, while Askel stays on the ship to direct the other end of the operation. Signi comes and visits your group. "No hot food this evening, I'm afraid. We cannot risk the smell attracting unwanted beasts. At least, not until we know what is in this area." she scans the horizon, limited as it is by the tall grass. "Anything could be out there. How would you like to handle watch shifts?"
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Saturday November 3rd, 2018 10:27:54 AM
"In groups of two, perhaps, for three hours at a time?" Caelwyn suggests. "That way we could be sure no one is taken by surprise, should anything try to attack us."
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+8=10 ; Saturday November 3rd, 2018 10:36:17 AM
Bigby volunteers to be in the first group and will (when appropriate use survival to see if any tracks made and his wolfs scent to smell for any creatures 10 on survival. ooc-wah wah).
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Sunday November 4th, 2018 4:19:47 PM "Good idea. I'll take last wit' whoever wants to keep me company."
DM Tanner Sunday November 4th, 2018 11:48:34 PM
Your party is delighted to see that the industrious dwarves have prepared tents for you slightly apart from the main camp, along with a roaring fire and a small cauldron of stew. You tuck in for your first night of rest on solid ground in a while.
After perhaps an hour, Captain Signi comes by and chats. As she explains it, your smaller camp will be closer to the grasslands in case of attack. Your gratitude for the tents, fire, and food are perhaps dampened by the knowledge that you are the shield for the rest of the company. Until more soldiers arrive, the sailors need protection. She claps you on the shoulder and expresses her confidence in your abilities.
You don't have to wait long, however, to test those abilities. Only an hour into the first watch, just as the sun is dipping under the horizon, you hear rustling in the undergrowth. Your fire reflects in several pairs of eyes trying to make their way toward you. It is the halflings, trying to make a meal of your party!
ooc: Would you like some suggestions for character art? I have a sizable collection on my computer.
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+1=9 ; d20+2=6 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 6:55:16 AM
(previous post) Haemir watches the handling retreat and relaxes the grip on his xbow. "Two hours each would be one watch each. Unless the Dwarves help? he mentions as Fand takes to the trees (or bushes) to rest and watch. He spots the camp being set up away from the main party and has a knowing looking in his eyes. On watch - (Perception:9) and Fand (Perception:6) keeps an eye out too.
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+4=12 ; d10=5 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 7:03:59 AM
Haemir unable to sleep rolls to a crouch grabs his loaded xbow and fires at one of the Halflings nearest him. (12 to hit 5 dmg). "Stand to... incoming wanna-be cannibals" he yells. Fand takes to the air and circles around above and behind them. Enough to be out of combat range this round (i.e. Not to effect anyone's ranged attacks). "Bigby, no need for sea-weed this time. You'll be able to do your thing whenever you like" he grins and drops his xbow figuring it would take way too long to reload.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Monday November 5th, 2018 12:10:00 PM
Bigby smiles at Haemir's suggestion. then laughs and thinks [i]what was I thinking with the seaweed. That stuff smelled[/b]. (assuming that each square is 5 ft) Bigby casts entangle in square 20 across and 8 down( so that the 40' area should entangle anything in squares 13-25 across and 1-14 down). Bigby shouts, "I'm casting entangle spell behind us to hopefully watch our flank. Maybe we should then focus on the ones on the other side since they will be free to move." Wolfgang will go in total defense.
'Lil - (Carl) - 13/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+4=20 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 1:15:25 PM
'Lil is aaaangry. "If ya were gonna attack, you shoulda done it earlier. Now you gone and woke us up." She picks up Ramona from her place near her bed. "Now I'm gonna make this messy..."
Perception: 20 - How are these guys armed? Ranged weapons? Spears?
She moves towards the front of the area where Bigby's entangle spell isn't and throws out some feel-good magic.
***
Move: move Standard: Bless - +1 to attack rolls and saves vs. fear.
Active spells
Bless - 10 rounds
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+1=13 ; d20+5=17 ; d4-2=1 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 5:27:49 PM
Sol, having stayed up on first watch so he could get a full nights sleep and write down all his notes while they're fresh in his memory.
He manages to notice the enemies, and stands, leaving Haemir to call out to the others.
Sol waits to see what his compatriots do. He keeps an eye on the enemies.
Preparing action - Should any of the enemies move within 10 ft of any member party, he will use Hands of the Apprentice.
Attack Roll - 18 (Forgot the +1 from Bless), Damage - 1
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 d20+5=17 ; Monday November 5th, 2018 6:02:13 PM
Caelwyn strides towards the nearest halfling, his eyes flashing as he brandishes his spear and shield, sword at his side. "Come, come and die you savages!" he roars at them. "We will water these lands with your blood!" (Intimidate 17)
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Monday November 5th, 2018 6:06:35 PM
Ooc: what's the easiest way to get you a picture for my character?
DM Tanner - Can't you put it on your character sheet?
DM Tanner Monday November 5th, 2018 11:57:03 PM
Dear friends: if you cast a spell, please post the save DC. Thank you.
Also, there are 8 halflings. My post was inaccurate. The map is correct.
Also, I made some dice rolls on this post, then edited a post to make a comment to Caelwyn, and my dice rolls disappeared! These are what I rolled. Scout's honor.
ROUND 1
=== Elijah "Sol" Solomon - readies to attack any halfling that strays too close (the halfling's movement ended at 15 feet from Lil'). Caelwyn Alterius - approaches Halfling 7 and attempts to intimidate it (I stopped you short of an attack of opportunity). You are successful, the target is shaken for one round. Bigby Wolf - summons vines with an entangle spell. 'Lil (9/13 HP) - moves forward, casts bless, and observes that the halflings all wield shortspears and hide bucklers. Haemir - fires his crossbow at the nearest halfling, sending a quarrel into his throat and dropping him in a hearbeat. === Halfling 1 - is entangled! Halfling 2 - travels around the entanglement. Halfling 3 - travels around the entanglement. Halfling 4 - travels around the entanglement. Halfling 5 - moves forward. Halfling 6 - moves forward. Halfling 7 - moves forward and chucks a spear at Lil'. (attack 22, critical hit!, damage 4 // critical confirmation 13, miss). He has the shaken condition for Round 2. Halfling 8 - DEAD. (numbered clockwise)
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+3=23 ; d6+1=3 ; d20+3=9 ; d20+3=14 ; d20+3=15 ; d2+2=3 ; d2+2=3 ; d20+7=16 ; Tuesday November 6th, 2018 12:30:42 AM
ooc: will do on the save number. sorry.
Wolfgang will move to 7 across 9 down to attack the closest halfling. Bite attack with blessing: (23, dmg: 3. Trip attempt: 9). Bigby will take two claw attacks against the same halfling. (Att with blessing: 14, 15. Damage if hit: 3/3.) With Bigby's swift he will use mounted combat to dodge an attack against Wolfgang (16). Bigby yells out as he attacks, "grrrrrr...eat us will ya?!"
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d6+1=3 ; d100=91 ; d20+1=20 ; d4=4 ; Tuesday November 6th, 2018 3:15:43 AM
Haemir moves and mutters a spell pointing, suddenly from within the forest a swarm of hornets erupt and engulf a halfling before dispersing just as quickly, almost looks like they happened to just be passing ... Fand swoops down and tears a chunk from the halflings shoulder.
Move: two squares to the right & two down, finishing standing to the right side of where Lil starts the round. Spell cast: Hornets Nest - (armor check penalty:91%) - Sv: none, creatures with DR/magic or natural armor +3 or immunity to poison are unaffected. Damage: 3. Targets halfling no.5.
Fand's actions: Move:60' - claw attack:20 - dmg:4 he will attack the same one as Haemir did or next nearest should it be unavailable.
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+3=10 ; Tuesday November 6th, 2018 11:02:36 AM
Shortspears can't be braced against a charge.
Good.
'Lil winces and pulls the spear from her shoulder. "Right. You die first." She charges at Halfling 7, but Ramona's weight throws her off.
Hit AC 10 - Probably a miss
'Lil's AC is lowered by 2 this round.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+5=11 ; d20+5=19 ; d20+5=11 ; d4+2=6 ; Tuesday November 6th, 2018 4:49:13 PM
Sol, rather relieved that he is being screened by an entangle on one side and his allies in front of him eschews the idea of casting Mage Armour on himself, instead, he decides to cast a different spell.
He intones some magical words and moves his hand in a circular motion before bringing them together clasped in front of his chest with the palms facing his chest and outwards, just as he says the final words he pushes his arms out his hands opening and an Celestial Eagle appears to fly out of his hands, conjured by magic, which immediately moves over to attack the Halfling attacking 'Lil.
Sol then prepares for other enemies and keeps an eye out, allowing the Eagle to attack on his behalf.
Main Action - Summon Monster I summoning a Celestial Eagle next to the Halfling (on the opposide side to 'Lil so it's Flanked)
Eagle Actions -
Full Attack (2 Talons and a Bite)
Talon 1 - 11 (Probably a Miss) Talon 2 - 19 (Hit I would hope) (6 Damage) Bite - 11 (Probably a Miss)
=== Elijah "Sol" Solomon - begins to summon a mighty eagle (summon monster has a casting time of 1 round, so the eagle appears at the beginning of the next round). Caelwyn Alterius - continues to menace the enemy with his fighting spirit! Bigby Wolf - advances toward the nearest halfling, and with tooth and claw kills the opponent. 'Lil (9/13 HP) - charges, and unfortunately misses. Haemir - moves foward and summons a hornet's nest to torment one of the halflings. His mighty macaw finishes off the foe! (I missed that you have artwork for Fand. I will include that later) === Halfling 1 - breaks free and moves forward. Halfling 2 - moves forward. Halfling 3 - moves forward. Halfling 4 - moves forward. Halfling 5 - DEAD. Halfling 6 - DEAD. Halfling 7 - tries to attack Lil' and misses. Halfling 8 - DEAD. (numbered clockwise)
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d6=3 ; d20+4=16 ; d20+1=7 ; Wednesday November 7th, 2018 8:06:27 AM
Haemir glimpses at his trident over by the fire but decides to leave it for now, opting instead to maintain the groups momentum he grabs the neatly folded net tucked over his belt and glares at the nearest halfling as he does. His eyes flash like lightning and a vortex of wind and rain pummels the halfling before dispersing.
Meanwhile as the halfling Fand attacked drops she dives towards the next screaching "I'll feast on your eyes..." blood trailing from her claws, but as she swoops in Haemir's wind bats her aside. As she recovers she flaps aggressively close to the halfling still screeching.
Standard action: Storm Blast (ranged touch attack:16 - (incl. Bless) ~ dmg:3 is non-lethal) on halfling 7, also gives 7 a -2 penalty on attack rolls for 1 round. If all goes to plan the -2 on Lil's charge should hopefully be negated by the storm blast. Move action: Ready Net.
Fand: misses with a attack of 7 (even with the bless - which I forgot). If possible Fand intended to move in to a flanking position on 7 (movement: fly 80 ft. - average) but I don't think she can due to the bushes? Won't make any difference to her but might for Lil?
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+1=20 ; 2d6+2=8 ; Wednesday November 7th, 2018 10:23:59 AM
'Lil uses the momentum of her missed attack to swing Ramona down, back, up, and over onto this halfling cannibal's head.
Hit AC 20 for 8 damage.
"I woulda been a great neighbor, ya little creep!" she yells as Ramona connects.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d6+1=2 ; d20+5=25 ; d20+6=18 ; d20+6=9 ; d2+2=3 ; d20+7=14 ; Wednesday November 7th, 2018 12:31:25 PM
Wolfgang will ready a charge for when halfling moves closest in. Then Wolfgang goes in for a bite with the blessing and bonus for charge (attack 25, dmg: 2) ooc: sorry i made the roll and accidentally hit something else I'm not seeing the roll now. but I'll roll again. Bigby will claw attack twice against the opponent. (3+1blessing+2 charge: 18, 9. dmg for the 18: 3). With Bigby's swift he will use mounted combat to dodge an attack towards wolfgang 14).
Bigby's ac is now 14 and wolfgangs is now 15 for the charge.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+5=13 ; d4-2=1 ; Wednesday November 7th, 2018 5:44:03 PM
Sol finishes his summoning, with the Eagle appearing in combat to aid his allies.
((OoC: We can use the previous rolls for the Eagle for it's first round of combat. On the notes of Character Art, my Wife has said she can put something together for me.))
Sol then prepares an action that if an enemy comes within range ((30ft)) of his Hands of The Apprentice ability, he will send it at them.
Prepared attack - 13 Damage 1.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 d20=13 ; d6=1 ; d6+3=9 ; Wednesday November 7th, 2018 9:20:18 PM
ooc: So sorry for the missed posts, family stuff and late work messed me up for a couple nights...
Caelwyn steps forward hurls his shortspear at Halfling 7 (Attack 13, Damage 9)
ooc again: For real, I accidentally clicked on the d6 when I was still setting up the damage role with my strength modifier of plus 3, which I think is correct...so it should be 9, but if I have to use the first role I understand, and that would be a 4 for damage - your call, DM)
=== Elijah "Sol" Solomon - sends his eagle forward to battle! The raptor makes short work of one of the halflings. He readies an attack, but no one is near. Caelwyn Alterius - throws a shortspear, but misses (I moved your foward due to a lack of targets, but with range penalties the attack missed). Bigby Wolf (7/10) - charges the nearest halfling, killing him quickly with the assistance of Wolfgang. 'Lil (9/13 HP) - brings her warhammer crashing down on the halfling shortly after he is buffeted by Haemir, caving in his skull. He now looks like Glenn from The Walking Dead. You know the episode. Haemir - blasts a halfling with his storm powers. Fand misses with her attack. === Halfling 1 - moves forward. Halfling 2 - moves forward. Halfling 3 - moves forward and throws a spear at Bigby (attack 4, miss). Then he dies by eagle. Halfling 4 - moves forward and throws a spear at Bigby (attack 21, hit, damage 3). Halfling 5 - DEAD. Halfling 6 - DEAD. Halfling 7 - DEAD. Halfling 8 - DEAD. (numbered clockwise)
MAP LINK. Sol is blue. Caelwyn is green. Fanda is orange. Summoned eagle is yellow.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 10/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+5=20 ; d6+1=5 ; d20+5=7 ; d20+6=7 ; d20+6=9 ; Thursday November 8th, 2018 2:23:24 AM "Get that spear tossin, ankle bitin, dog food Wolfgang," Bigby yells in halfling. Wolfgang charges to attack the next halfling. Wolfgang bites (20. dmg: 5). Trip attempt (7). Bigby makes two claw attacks (7, 9 ooc: I assume misses).
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Thursday November 8th, 2018 9:51:29 AM
Haemir walks back over to the fire picks up his xbow and reloads it. "Let them have their fun Fand but let me know if it gets out of hand". Fand takes to the air for an overview of the battlefield. (Flying and climbing finishes 2 sq's below halfling 5 about 60' up)
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+3=16 ; 2d6+2=10 ; Thursday November 8th, 2018 11:20:31 AM
Only two left, but these dudes don't get to surrender.
She charges with a loud, angry warcry. She's just able to reach one of the last halflings this round and bring Ramona down on its stupid cannibal head.
***
Charge at the closest halfling: Hit AC 16 for 10 damage.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Thursday November 8th, 2018 1:59:08 PM
ooc: forgot to adjust the hp.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20+5=11 ; d20+5=9 ; Thursday November 8th, 2018 7:13:55 PM
Sol commands his Eagle to fly to the Hafling 'Lil is attacking again, and attack it, he directs it to the other side again so we they have flanking, it will then attack with it's talons.
Sol himself, seeing that the halflings are going down quickly shouts loudly.
"Perhaps we should capture one so that we can interrogate them? Find out where their base of operations is so we can either go and parley or at least know where to be wary?"
He moves as far forward as he can, standing next to Caelwyn and then again prepares an action that if the final halfing comes into range of Hands of the Apprentice, he will use it on the diminutive enemy, but trying to knock unconscious, not kill.
Eagle's Attack - 11 (I assume a miss) Hands of the Apprentice - 9 (I also assume is a miss)
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Thursday November 8th, 2018 8:43:25 PM
Caelwyn draws his longsword and runs toward the closest of the two remaining halflings. The others will probably finish them off before he gets there, but he'll try to get there in time to put his sword through one of their skulls.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Thursday November 8th, 2018 8:44:58 PM
Caelwyn then hears Sol's shouted advice and thinks it makes sense - he will now try to disarm and grapple one of the halflings once he gets close enough.
DM Tanner Thursday November 8th, 2018 11:46:21 PM
Between your combined efforts, the cannibal halflings are defeated. Now that your personal battle is finished, you can hear the din of armed conflict throughout the encampment. By the sound of it, a rather large contingent of the marauders decided to test the strength of the newcomers. You estimate they misjudged the tenacity of the dwarves.
The brush parts suddenly to reveal Captain Signi. She has a wild look in her eyes, and blood stains are spattered on her tabard and warhammer. "What happened!? Were you attacked as well?"
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Friday November 9th, 2018 10:52:54 AM "YEA WE WERE," says 'Lil MUCH too loudly. She's still pumped from the fight.
"These bloody halflings think they can just walk on in and start eating our people?" She stalks among the fallen, brain and blood dripping off Ramona*. "TRY IT AGAIN AND YOU'LL END UP JUST LIKE THESE ONES!" she shouts out to the wilderness.
She takes a few deep breaths and starts calming down.
*Ramona is her hammer.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Friday November 9th, 2018 11:07:48 AM
Bigby and Wolfgang look at 'Lil and agree with what she says and Bigby translates loudly to halfling and then they both howl to bring it home for the little people eaters.
ooc: suppose we can search the bodies.
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+1=15 ; Friday November 9th, 2018 4:17:06 PM
Folding his net Haemir tucks it back over his sash/belt, wriggling it around a bit so as to perhaps provide extra padding to his back when he rests later on. As he does he turns away to hide his chuckle and looks up at Fand who he observes is circling the area, knowing she will alert him to any more problems. He turns back around: "Everyone ok?" he calls out. "Captain Signi do any of you need assistance?" he asks striding over to join the group. (Fand's perception:15)
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Friday November 9th, 2018 6:04:07 PM
Sol, looking worried at the additional sounds of battle and Signi's sudden appearance, moves over to Signi.
"As Haemir asked, is there anything we can do to help? We dispatched these fellows easily enough, how does the rest of the encampment fare?"
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Friday November 9th, 2018 8:46:30 PM
"Those miserable savages", Caelwyn mutters to himself. Sword in hand, Caelwyn follows his companions toward Signi, ready to help the dwarves against the remaining halflings if necessary.
DM Tanner Sunday November 11th, 2018 11:49:43 PM
FRIDAY POST
Captain Signi nods grimly. "It looks like you have made short work of this group. Between all the skirmishes, I would say 30 to 40 of these savages attacked the encampment. They're almost all dead. The sounds over there are the men trying to capture one of them alive without getting bitten." She pokes one of the corpses with her warhammer. "I doubt this tribe, or people, or whatever you want to call them, sent their entire force against us. I also doubt they have anything resembling a standing army. I suggest you rest up. Tomorrow I want you leading a hunting party to find their encampment. We cannot afford to let them gather strength and attack again."
She tells you that a work details will be by tomorrow to pick up the bodies. For now, piling them will suffice. If you do not have any questions, Captain Signi bids you farewell for the night.
Searching the bodies reveals the following:
18 Small shortspears 8 Small buckler shields 8 Small padded armor (woven grass) 1 Small masterwork sling 22 silver pieces, 64 copper pieces
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Monday November 12th, 2018 12:53:32 AM
Bigby will let the captain know that if they need any halfling translations with prisoner that he can help. "Short people understand short people," he says. Bigby thinks maybe I shouldn't be putting myself in their boat...oh well someone needs to translate. Bigby will take one of the buckler shields if everyones ok with that.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Monday November 12th, 2018 9:30:46 AM
"Good work everyone", Caelwyn says, beginning to drag the bodies into a pile. "A pity that it had to come to this. I guess we will need to make ourselves appear a bit more threatening in future interactions with cannibalistic natives...."
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Monday November 12th, 2018 1:16:14 PM
Sol chuckles at Caelwyn's idea to be more threatening.
"Perhaps, though I am not sure how much more intimidating I could be..."
He smiles self deprecatingly.
"We should probably bury these bodies, does anyone have a spade or a digging tool?"
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Monday November 12th, 2018 2:07:02 PM
Haemir points to his net. "I have just the thing to help catch one..."
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Monday November 12th, 2018 2:28:36 PM
Bigby looks at his hands and says, "am I the one with digging tools?"
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Monday November 12th, 2018 5:14:06 PM
"Didn't the captain just say they'd deal with it in the morning?"
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Monday November 12th, 2018 8:16:33 PM "Yup, that he did, Haemir." 'Lil looks over the loot pile, but sees nothing interesting. "This many bodies, probably quicker to burn'em anyway...but whatever. That's tomorrow's problem."
'Lil heads back to her rest w/o stopping to clean the blood off her face. She's asleep again in seconds.
DM Tanner Monday November 12th, 2018 11:40:56 PM
You all sleep peacefully. Well, as peacefully as is possible with enemy corpses just outside your tents.
Captain Signi arrives in the morning along with a detachment of dwarves. The workers begin loading the dead cannibals into wheelbarrows. Signi studies the pile of bodies for a moment before she spits in contempt. The other dwarves follow suit and communally spit on the pile.
She approaches you. "We could use some help with a prisoner we took last night. We only lost three dwarves last night, as compared to their 17, but another four dwarves are missing. We're pretty certain that they were taken. Can you interrogate the prisoner?"
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+4=18 ; d20+1=3 ; Tuesday November 13th, 2018 9:18:01 AM
In the morning Haemir wakes early and walks slightly away from the group and meditates (Concentraion:18 Vs DC:11) successfully. Fand is on watch (Perception:3) although she dozes after a few minutes and stirs with a start when Haemir finishes his med. Haemir rejoins the group as the dwarves arrive. "It's just a thought but maybe they would eat their own dead? By disposing of these bodies we might make them even more desperate?".
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 d20+8=16 ; d20+9=18 ; Tuesday November 13th, 2018 10:22:11 AM
Bigby will translate for whoever wants to interrogate the halflings for info on where the missing dwarfs are. Will also do a survival check to see if can track any halfling foot prints leading to a camp (survival 16, perception 18). "Quite the ethical quandry Haemir...If we feed them are we participating in canibalism?" Bigby shakes head. this is why we stick to simple hunt of things.
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Tuesday November 13th, 2018 12:50:13 PM
"As long as it's not us... or alive ... who are we to judge what they eat? I simply mean it might serve as a bargaining tool..."
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Tuesday November 13th, 2018 6:40:25 PM "Hey, they want to eat their own, that's their business. They start eating our dead? I'm gonna make sure it's an issue for them."
'Lil is not pleased they weren't told there were dwarves captured last night. She's impatient and eager to get going. "I don't speak halfling, but violence is a pretty universal language. Let's go talk to our prisoners."
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Tuesday November 13th, 2018 8:20:24 PM
"If we don't act quickly, those dwarves may be those cannibals next meal" Caelwyn says, strapping on his armor. "I agree, we should talk to those prisoners right away."
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Tuesday November 13th, 2018 8:56:52 PM
"We can certainly help interrogate the prisoner."
He turns to 'Lil.
"I am not sure violence is the best response, and I am not certain that it will get us the answers we seek..."
DM Tanner Tuesday November 13th, 2018 11:07:23 PM
Captain Signi escorts you a short distance to another camp. Four dwarves in chainmail and holding halberds guard a lone halfling. The prisoner is chained to an anvil. His eyes are bloodshot and he rails against his bonds.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Tuesday November 13th, 2018 11:22:19 PM
Bigby is ready to translate to halfling for whoever wants to diplomacy or intimidate or bluff.
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20+1=16 ; Tuesday November 13th, 2018 11:49:24 PM "We'll see..." is 'Lil's response to Sol.
She walks over to where the halfling's being kept tied to an anvil. "Perfect," she thinks to herself and she draws Ramona. With all her might (and she's got an abundance), she strikes the anvil the halfling's tied to. She doesn't strike him, just the anvil. Still, that kinda vibration's probably not enjoyable.
"Someone tell this little savage that we're gonna find his village. Tell this savage that if we find his village with three live dwarves in it, we get to try and learn to live with each other. If we find three piles of bones and some well-fed savages, we. remove. the. threat."
Intimidate: 16
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 d20+2=15 ; Wednesday November 14th, 2018 5:32:28 AM
As they stand in front of the halfling Fand swoops in and lands on Haemir's shoulder. "Also tell him my bird is hungry and is particularly fond of pecking out eyeballs..." (Intimidate:15 - assist Lil)
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Wednesday November 14th, 2018 7:12:26 PM
Sol's jaw drops at his compatriots actions, he doesn't intervene but clearly looks uncomfortable.
DM Tanner Wednesday November 14th, 2018 11:54:47 PM
The prisoner looks about warily. He appears to be trying to gauge the reactions of the guards to see whether or not they are likely to allow you to hurt him. Their stony demeanor causes his hopes to sag. He is obviously wary, but keeps his cool like a veteran warrior.
Halfling Highlight to display spoiler: {"If you want the meat back, you probably have until sundown to find them. I can lead you to them. It is a hunting camp, and they move. They must be tracked."}
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Thursday November 15th, 2018 9:58:44 AM
"Right. We keep him on a leash, then find our missing companions. Tell him that if he cooperates, he has my word as a cleric of Domi that he'll be released back to his people, and that if our companions are alive, we leave his tribe intact."
'Lil's ready to move.
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Thursday November 15th, 2018 12:04:55 PM "he says he can lead us and that the camp moves around and needs to be tracked. He says we need to do it before sundown." Bigby adresses the halfling Highlight to display spoiler: {"I will be double checking your tracking. You can't fool this nose. So don't fool us."}
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Thursday November 15th, 2018 5:01:27 PM
Haemir nods and grabs his gear "Ready?"
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Thursday November 15th, 2018 7:50:51 PM
Sol is a bit taken aback by this quick turnaround.
"I am ready Haemir. Though are we sure we trust this... gentleman so quickly? He may very well lead us into a trap?"
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Thursday November 15th, 2018 8:19:44 PM "we have to take that risk if we want to save our friends Sol. We will have to be careful that does go without saying. I told him that Wolfgang and I will be double checking his tracking. We will all have to be on our guard."
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Thursday November 15th, 2018 8:42:45 PM
"I fear we have little choice but to trust him, I agree" Caelwyn says. "Bigby, we'll be counting on you and your companion to know when we are getting close to them. Then we'll have to set up a prisoner exchange, if the dwarves are still alive. If not...well, we'll cross that bridge when we come to it I suppose."
DM Tanner Thursday November 15th, 2018 11:52:53 PM
The halfling cannibal looks confused.
HALFLING Highlight to display spoiler: {"Who is Domi?"}
Knowledge (local) DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {The gods of the noble races and the gods of testing are not popular in the Southern Continent -- especially so in the wild parts. In some places they are even reviled, regardless of their portfolio. The worship of immortal powers is far more prevalent.}
Captain Signi raises an eyebrow. "The was awfully charitable of him. Are you certain he can be trusted? I don't want you wandering into an ambush. If you are willing, you can place a requisition with the quartermaster for any supplies before you leave."
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 d20=15 ; Friday November 16th, 2018 10:13:35 AM
Knowledge, local: 10 (untrained max)
"Right...gods ain't worshiped much down here. Tell'im that Domi's a god of courage. We'll leave it at that. This ain't time to proselytize. Let's get moving..."
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Friday November 16th, 2018 4:17:58 PM
Bigby will translate what 'Lil said to the halfling.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None d20=16 ; Friday November 16th, 2018 8:45:18 PM
Sol wracks his brains for anything he may have heard about this area in his travels to Hook City and around it, he realises it would be wise to avoid discussing the Gods, but this doesn't seem to concern him very much.
"I understand we must do this, and do it quickly to prevent them regrouping. I suppose I am just glad we will have Bigby double checking everything. Miss 'Lil, Master Caelwyn are either of you skilled at tracking as well? I think the more people we could have looking over these things the better. I have thankfully only used one of my spells for the day but would prefer not to be caught with our breeches down. After all, these halflings managed to sneak up to the camp without being spotted until they were almost upon us..."
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Sunday November 18th, 2018 5:16:25 PM
"We'll have to take the chance. Thank you, Captain, we should make sure we are fully supplied before we leave - who knows how long this expedition will take. Bigby, any chance he can tell us how far it might be to their encampment, even a general estimation based on where they usually travel?"
DM Tanner Sunday November 18th, 2018 11:49:39 PM
FRIDAY POST
With translation, the halfling reveals that it will take about half a day to reach his encampment. He further suggests that his people may be willing to trade the captives for him... Provided they are offered replacement meat to make up the difference.
What gear or supplies would you request from the quartermaster? How are you going to secure your prisoner for travel? When will you leave?
Haemir - (Rich) HP:8/8 - AC/T/FF:15/13/12 - COMPANION: HP:18/18 AC:17 Monday November 19th, 2018 3:16:56 AM
"What did the halfling say?"
'Lil - (Carl) - 9/13 HP - AC 17/11/16 - CMD 13 Monday November 19th, 2018 11:22:16 AM
'Lil bristles. Replacement meat? She very much wants to tell this little savage that his people will return the captives, or her and her new friends will burn their encampment to the ground.
She wants to, but realizes going along is the best may to make sure the captives are returned safely. She swallows her pride and rage.
She finds Signi. "We need meat to trade for your men." Her stern face betrays just how unhappy she is that such a thing had to be said.
ELIJAH "SOL" SOLOMON (DANIEL) HP: 6 AC/T/FF:11/11/10 Active Spells: None Monday November 19th, 2018 6:29:53 PM
"Do we have any meat supplies we can use? Or perhaps hunt on the way?
He pauses.
"I know it seems farfetched and this may be the wrong crowd as it would appear I'm being naive, but could we not open trade relations with this group? If we help supply them with meat from acceptable sources we may be able to wean them off their need for sentient flesh, and then they could be a useful ally."
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Monday November 19th, 2018 6:40:48 PM
We will need rope possibly binding for the halfling and some sort of muzzle. Now the more difficult request...because we need to be practical about this...we need to trade three dead halflings as replacement meat.
Caelwyn Alterius - (Casey) - 13/13 HP - AC 19/10/19 - CMD 14 Monday November 19th, 2018 8:00:09 PM
Caelwyn is not about to agree to this exchange without some discussion. He makes sure the halfling can't hear what he says before speaking to his comrades.
"I think this may be a mistake, my friends. These people have essentially declared war upon us, seeking not only to kill but to consume us - an abomination to the gods. We tried to establish an understanding with them, and it resulted in bloodshed. I fear that if we attempt to strike a deal with them it will simply make us look weak. We need to strike a swift and decisive blow, to demonstrate that if they mess with us they will end up dead. It's that simple. Then with any luck the survivors will depart for other places and trouble us no more."
BigbyWolf ( Michael) 7/10 HP - AC/T/FF: 16 /13 /14 - CMD 13 -Animal Companion: HP: 19/19 -AC 17 Monday November 19th, 2018 8:30:39 PM
The paladin makes a solid point.
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