DM Mark - "We are all on a journey of change and discovery, about ourselves and the Wold at large." Friday May 31st, 2019 1:40:54 AM Falco, along with the others, will be sad to see Finnian go. He bids him farewell, and asks a Sargrass blessing on him.
Kiwina mentions the Rose, currently moored near Castle Violet. He asks Cecil if he’s heard of the ship. He notes that Angus and Mak handled themselves well in the fight, and while he thinks Angus would be fine aboard, but isn’t too sure about Mak being allowed aboard if he’s drunk.
Mak shows off some fancy shooting and a steady hand as he replies, "You call it drunk, old bean, I call it pain management."
Rolth isn’t too sure about Karsk’s offer, and decides to hang on to the unusual gold pieces. To the newcomers he says, "We have a reputation to uphold. You're off to a good start, and I would welcome you to join us. Equal shares of spoils, and all the good deeds that you can handle. No getting to drunk to play your part, no gambling away our ship, and all will be well. Good shot, Mak!"
As Tzak and Esmeralda walk along, he thinks Angus and Mak would be fine additions to the group, especially since Finnian has decided to leave.
Angus is pleased to be part of the group, and thinks he might adapt well to being a sailor.
Elyas agrees. It’s Lord Marcus he’s not too sure about, but he remains silent on that point.
Soon, you reach Fort Ixion. Looking around, you can see that Lord Marcus is clearly in charge, and just as clearly has little patience for foolishness. The inhabitants are mostly minotaurs here, and are very attentive in his presence. ”We will rest here at Fort Ixion tonight. Vruzur! See to it that my guests here a given accommodations. And see to the cart - there is a body in the back I am taking to Duke Purple tomorrow. See that it is not disturbed.” Lord Marcus begins barking orders and asking questions as he walks away from you.
He puts another minotaur in charge of Finnian, who bids you farewell as he is led off. The minotaur Vruzur is dressed in fine robes. He looks over your group (including Cecil) with mild disdain as he says, ”You are the guests of Lord Marcus and I will see to your comfort. Is there anything you require? And special food or accommodations? I imagine you will dine with my Lord tonight, so you will need to … clean up and be presentable. Ugh. We don’t really have time to call a tailor for clothing, so what you have will have to do. Just do your best to wear something clean. And mind your manners and your tongue while you are dining with my Lord.”
Most of the inhabitants are Minotaurs, with an occasional centaur, liontaur or human tending to some task. Most seem to live within the walls of the fort, though you did see some fortified dwellings outside the walls. There are a few mundane shops here and there, a blacksmith’s shop,smithy, etc. Are group of minotaur children seem to stare at the Petals, and once Lord Marcus has left they seem to giggle and point at your group. A group of minotaur guards are sparring with each other, and there is an archery range in use. There is a minotaur child doing his best to emulate the guards with their bows, but having a really difficult time. You occasionally see a wounded guard or inhabitant - seems like a rough place.
You are led to several rooms. The beds are just huge. Some smaller chairs are brought to your rooms for the medium sized folk. Cecil leaves you and goes to his room to rest. It is early afternoon, and you would expect the meal to not be for a few hours.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) d20+11=24 ; Friday May 31st, 2019 6:43:24 AM
Roth smiles at the minotaur youths, and waves them over. "Have you heard Gnym of Gnym's speech from the Taurnament of Roses? You know, he is the poet laureate of Minotaur Isle, and we met him several times. Once he even complemented my verse! Would you like to hear my recounting of his speech or some other interesting verse?"
(Diplomacy = 24)
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Friday May 31st, 2019 7:12:58 AM
Kiwina, for one, is glad for the chance to wash up and tend his wounds. He has no skill at their games to show off for the children. What he really needs is a good swim.
At some point during the day, he finds time to talk to Mak. "Pain management, eh? Sounds like you've a story there, if you want to tell it. But we've got a decent reputation and don't need a half-taur mucking it up."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | Grapled | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | Friday May 31st, 2019 7:21:36 AM
As the travel Falco falls in beside Mak. "Your good with that bow. Always good to have a fellow archer. With your skill with the bow I am guessing you have some discipline in you, we will have to shoot together for practice." he pauses as they walk "We have had some adventures but they have been dangerous. I will try and keep your blood on the inside but I am not a powerful cleric by any stretch. Where are you from anyway?"
Once they arrive he is quiet but will take some target practice if the targets are open to visitors.
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+1=16 ; Friday May 31st, 2019 9:07:56 AM
Kiwina Old
At some point during the day, he finds time to talk to Mak. "Pain management, eh? Sounds like you've a story there, if you want to tell it. But we've got a decent reputation and don't need a half-taur mucking it up."
Mak New
Mak's limp had returned by the time Kiwina found him and said his piece. Mak nodded and slapped his left leg. "Jolly good injury here, most of the time it hurts like a wild beast eating you for a snack...the drink blunts the pain enough for one to think clearly. Half-Taur, old bean? That sounds like some kind of insult, but since we've only just met I'll let that go for now."
Falco Old
"Your good with that bow. Always good to have a fellow archer. With your skill with the bow I am guessing you have some discipline in you, we will have to shoot together for practice." he pauses as they walk "We have had some adventures but they have been dangerous. I will try and keep your blood on the inside but I am not a powerful cleric by any stretch. Where are you from anyway?"
Mak New
"Asildur war, don't you know, so someplace near there, don't think about it much. Made sargeant before I got out, but that could have been family connections. I never was much for spit and polish, old bean. Practice you say? Me an Bluefeather here would love to do that." Mak said as he rubbed the bow which had nothing blue or feathery on it.
To Falco's comments about keeping his blood on the inside, Mak nodded sagely. "Sleeping above ground would be preferable too. One would appreciate you enabling that if you could, don't you know."
DM Old
The minotaur Vruzur is dressed in fine robes. He looks over your group (including Cecil) with mild disdain as he says, ”You are the guests of Lord Marcus and I will see to your comfort. Is there anything you require? And special food or accommodations? I imagine you will dine with my Lord tonight, so you will need to … clean up and be presentable. Ugh. We don’t really have time to call a tailor for clothing, so what you have will have to do. Just do your best to wear something clean. And mind your manners and your tongue while you are dining with my Lord.”
Mak New
"Some wine?" Mak asked as he noted the minotaur's disdainful look at him. The young nobleman picked at his worn clothing and uselessly tried to smooth out a permanent wrinkle on his tunic. That led to him seeing a stain from that terrible accident a couple of months ago when he spilled a bit of wine on himself. Mak thought to suck at the stain, it might have some flavor left, but he resisted as he waited to see if the minotaur was going to provide the wine. In the meantime he ran a hand through his wild looking hair and tried unsuccessfully to tame those blonde locks.
When that didn't work he ran a finger along his teeth to get the film off them, made a face, and then asked. "I don't generally condone such things, old bean, but a bit of fresh water would be capital." he said as he plopped his backpack upon the ground with a cloud dust arising from it when it hit. With the pack on the ground Mak started to run a hand around his face as he considered a shave..then dismissed that thought.
OOC: Diplomacy +1, Roll 16.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday May 31st, 2019 7:53:55 PM
Tsak looks for a bath and uses it if he can find one. He also shaves and shakes out his clothes. Then he enjoys a nap while waiting for dinner.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Saturday June 1st, 2019 10:00:38 AM
Angus does his best to clean up and is glad he brought change of clothes in his pack. While his outfit is not fancy, its what he wore while working at the other gambling house, so it has the look of a civilian uniform and hopefully will be appropriate for the occasion.
DM Mark - "Some wine?" d20=7 ; d20=17 ; d20=5 ; d20=1 ; d20=6 ; d20=17 ; d20=3 ; d20=8 ; d20=16 ; d20=10 ; d20=11 ; d20=6 ; d20=11 ; d20=9 ; d20=5 ; Saturday June 1st, 2019 2:52:42 PM
Several of the Petals have conversations with Mak and learn a bit more about the man.
Rolth calls the minotaur children over and offers to recount a speech or share some poetry. The look at each other. One says, ”I dunno who Nin-Nim is, but I heard you liontaurs are fearsome beasts!” The others nod in agreement as he continues, ”We wanna see you fight! Fight him! Or him! Or him!” The youth points at several minotaur soldiers standing around. “Yeah, we wanna see a liontaur fight!” says another. This draws some attention and smiles from a number of the adults, though none admonish the children.
Falco wanders out to the archery range. He gets some curious looks as he goes, and narrowly avoids being stepped on twice by these relative giants. As he steps up to the archery range, he gets some amused looks. Indeed, his bow looks tiny compared to the other archers, his arrows like little darts. And that target is reaaaaly far! Wow.
Falco shoots, and a couple hit their mark as others go a bit wide or fall short. The minotaur’s don’t do much better, but their javelin-like arrows do go farther and sink much deeper into the targets. Most laugh at the little creature, but one steps over to Falco. He is dressed in plain clothing. ”Ehh. Don’t listen to them. I can see you know what you’re doing, and though your arrows may lack the power of the others, an archer knows that a lot more can be done with a well placed arrow than drawing blood. I am Rotagar and I’m pleased to make your acquaintance.” You have a nice conversation and a new friend.
Kiwina, Tzak, Angus and Mak get cleaned up and rest a bit. All of you find there is water and fresh towels in your rooms, and a bath can be arranged if you wish. At Mak’s request, he is brought some wine and so it is offered to the others if you wish along with some light snacks - bread, cheese, fruit, etc.
(You will be summoned to dinner and will find there are a number of people there, mostly minotaurs. Cecil is there too. I’m interested in how presentable you are for dinner. Please, on a scale of 1-10, tell me how much effort you put into making yourself presentable, with 10 indicating bathed, shaven, groomed, with freshly cleaned and mended clothing.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) d20+9=23 ; Saturday June 1st, 2019 3:18:58 PM
Rolth will smile at the challenge from the young Taurs, "Maybe later, if the occasion arises.". He is enough of a showman to know that appearances matter, and so does his best to clean up well using some of the glyserine soap that he won in the Giggling Ghost last Yuletide. He will also put on his fancy red suit with white fur trim, and play some stirring chords on his Sargrass lute as the Petals arrive in the dinner hall. (Level of effort = 10)
(Perform strings = 23)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Saturday June 1st, 2019 6:38:02 PM
Elyas takes his time and enjoys the comforts laid out for them. Though he spent a lot of his life on the streets, his 'tutor' taught him how to dress for the occasion so as not to stand out in a fancy get together. It had come in quite handy for several cons involving getting invited to fancy parties. Elyas fully enjoys having a break from sleeping and grooming on a ship. he changes, selecting several pieces that were set out for the group. he bathes, shaves and perfumes himself.
(level of effort 9)
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Saturday June 1st, 2019 6:51:49 PM
Kiwina arrives for dinner clean and shaven, and his gear is cared for. His outfit is chosen to be serviceable, though, not to be fine. (8 - 9 level of effort) He eats well on the snacks provided ahead of time, while he is alone -- he recalls the nearly raw (and therefore inedible) delicacies that were offered by the liontaurs at their feast, and worries the minotaurs might also have different tastes.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | Grapled | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | Monday June 3rd, 2019 7:14:10 AM
Falco enjoys the target practice and is only mildly embarrassed by the taunting. It seems a common taur issue, if your smaller then them they mock. That will probably bite them in the back side one day. When Rotagar approaches it is a welcome change and he happily converses with him, even telling some of the Petals story if it seems appropriate.
When it comes time to get ready Falco spends minimal time on grooming thinking with his stature he will be mostly overlooked. {5 of 10}
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Monday June 3rd, 2019 9:31:38 AM
Mak went to his room and found the wine and the water. He tested the water carefully as if it might burn him, before he tentatively started to wash
Mak New
Mak had removed his boots as soon as they arrived, so he carried his pack, boots, and bow to his room as his bare feet nearly slapping on the flagstones of the floor with each painful step. The thought of a warm, or hot, bath seemed good to him. It had been month's since he had bathed in anything other than a stream, lake, or sea and this chance was welcome. Perhaps it would do his leg some good. One could only hope.
Alone in the room Mak placed his pack and quiver against the far wall and away from any doors, he placed his bow next to that, making certain that the pack would have to be moved to get to the quiver.
Next to his pack was a straight back wicker seated chair that he eased into. The fibers in the seat squealed in protest as his weight was fully applied to it, squeaking with each movement as he adjusted to loosen his belt and leaned forward to slid his pants from his hips.
Thick muscled legs with a red and puckered scar on his left leg that ran from his groin to his knee. The result of being on the wrong end of a cavalry charge in the war, the injury sustained as a youth in the service of Asildur still haunted him. Perhaps one day he'd muster up a big enough donation to have it healed if that was even possible so many years later. He suspected he was one of the youngest veterans of the Asildur war other than his uncle Zond.
The sodden condition of his body and the cool air in the room caused his legs to cramp a little as he moved slowly to the fire to place his socks, boots, cloak, and pants next to it to dry. Off came his tunic and the balance of his underclothes set by the fire as well.
The water itself felt glorious with stiff muscles relaxing as his core temperature rose. He also noticed that a razor had been laid out on a table next to the tub with his mug of wine and he availed himself of both.
*****
An hour later Mak surfaced from the room. He was wearing an old dress uniform, mended and patched many times, with several medals on his breast pocket. One for injuries sustained in the line of duty, another for achievements in archery, one for bravery in battle. There was a blank spot under these where another medal had been as evidenced by the unfaded cloth under where it was pinned. That spot was clearly larger than the others combined. The rank insignia on the sleeves and shoulders was as Mak had said, that of sergeant.
His pants were still wrinkled, but the clothing was clean and free of road dust. Also for the first time in weeks he was clean shaven with his boyish face and rosy cheeks fairly gleaming in the in firelight of the room. His hair was still a mess, though it was clean. It was only then that anyone might notice his aristocratic bearing while he limped across the room with a goblet of wine in his hand. He was also wearing a shortsword that no one had noticed before. It looked well used, but serviceable and of the type issued to soldiers as it was plainly adorned and serviceable rather than ornate.
"I actually feel human again, don't you know?" he commented to the gathered members of his group while looking for a place to sit. Once he found that spot Mak settled in and rested his leg.
OOC: Mak's performance and herculean effort to clean up scores him a solid 5 out of 10 on the presentable scale, mostly due to old clothes that just came out of his pack.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Monday June 3rd, 2019 3:09:20 PM
Tsak avails himself of a bath and shave. Like Kiwina his gear is well tended but serviceable rather than fancy. Tsak shakes it out and cleans it up to the best of his ability.
Tsak has a little of the cheese and fruit, but no wine at this stage.
(effort=7)
DM Mark - "Some wine?" Monday June 3rd, 2019 7:24:37 PM
(One minor change from before is that Cecil, being closer to his ship than I realized, went there straight away with an apology that he needs the time to secure a crew.)
Rolth politely declines the goading of the minotaur children for him to fight. They seem as much puzzled as they are disappointed. ”Aww man! You sure you’re a liontaur. I thought they always fight!”
Everyone gets cleaned up for dinner as suggested, Rolth, Elyas, Kiwina and Tzak put in the most effort, with Falco and Mak working at it as well.
Eventually you are summoned to dinner by a young minotaur who eagerly introduces himself as Foosnir. You are led into a large (everything seems to be large around here) hall, more utilitarian than fancy. The people you are eating with are all minotaurs. You are introduced to:
Lord Marcus His wife, the Lady Viaven Vruzur whom you’ve already met Sir Rotagar, someone Falco has already met His Holiness Jheratak, we well dressed man in robes emblazoned with Domi’s holy symbol Mistress Shazza, as rather fancy and over perfumed minotaur woman
As you come in, Lord Marcus does his best to introduce you, with occasional whispers from Vruzur when Marcus stumbles over a name or two.
Rolth plays his instrument, rather well in fact, which is enjoyed by all there.
There are a few comments/questions for you.
Jheratak - ”Sir Rolth - you play wondrously well. Tell me, are there more liontaurs that can play instruments? I’ve heard that some are traders, but all those I’ve met are known for their fighting ability.”
Viaven - ”Oh, Mr. Falco, you are a most wondrous creature. I have never seen your like. Tell me, where are you from? Are there many like you? Can you fly?” This earns a slight smile from Rotagar.
Shazza - ”Mak you’re limping - are you hurt? Oh Look Jheratak, he’s hurt. You should heal him.”
Vruzur - ”Angus and Tzak - you two are half-orcs? Where are you from? Are you bothers?”
Jheratak - ”Kiwina, we do not see many Centaurs, though there are more nearer to Imod. I’m afraid that the history between our people has not been the most agreeable one. Are you enjoying your time here on Minotaur Island?”
Viaven - ”Elyas is it? You’re a rather quiet one. What’s your story?”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) Monday June 3rd, 2019 9:23:31 PM
Rolth bows at Jheratak's compliment and smiles his toothy smile, saying, "Ah yes, your Holiness, there are some few among my kind who play and sing, the better to tell the tales of our mighty battles. For we do all fight as well, when Domi's will so decrees! Domi has blessed me in all such ways, and I was a trader for some time as well. But this lute you see, it is crafted from Sargrass and was a gift from the Manfri for my part in the great battle against the reborn, mutated Sarr. And here on my chest you can see the other battles that I have enjoyed--the Witch, evil-eyed orcs, and more." He shows off the series of tattoos that mark his journeys with the Eight Petaled Rose, finishing with the magical Mark of Domi on both his wrists. "One day I hope to follow in your footsteps as well, and become a shaman amongst my own kind, but even there, they are known as Raging Shamans, and are still fierce in combat! But well do I know that minotaurs are mighty warriors too! Gothruk here is quite brave, and our dear companion Sable, who has left us for a time, proved equally fearsome. But if I might ask, what is your tale? How have you come to be here at the side of Lord Marcus?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Monday June 3rd, 2019 10:02:30 PM "Your holiness," Kiwina answers, "I am not well acquainted with the history of conflicts between centaurs and minotaurs. My own family lived on an island far to the west in a largely human village. So I find it a relief to be where the furniture is a reasonable size."
"I have found your island to be welcoming. If anyone has harbored ill will simply because of my parentage, they have not shown it. Whereas the folk on Centaur Island were rather rude about my upbringing. To be honest, I have found Bridge Island to be most to my liking, when I'm ashore. But the sea is my home."
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Monday June 3rd, 2019 10:48:30 PM
Hmmm... ponders Angus, must be an accent with which I am not familiar. Did he just ask if we were bothers? I try to be useful and not bothersome. OH, BROTHERS...
No, good sir, in fact we only recently met. That said, all the half-orcs I know tend to call each other "cousin" or some other familiar term anyway. Angus says this with a nod towards Tzak.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday June 4th, 2019 4:33:06 AM
Tsak returns Angus' nod Too right cuz, we're just bruthers from a different mother eh. Sweet as bro!
Turning to Vruzur, Tsak attempts to answer his other question I grew up on the coast, but not really near these Isles. We, ah, moved around a bit. To be honest I'm not sure if I'd know 'home' if I fell over it.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | Grapled | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | Tuesday June 4th, 2019 7:17:35 AM
Falco clicks his beak and chuckles. "Viaven, I would say you are a most wonderful creature as well. Myself I was raised in the Bridge and, believe it or not, I was raised a halfling. This new featherd form of an avian beastman is new to me."
He pauses and looks at her intently.
"You know the Sargrass has returned to the Wold well with it came the triumphant of the Sar immortal powers. The warper-sar in its wisdom saw to warp me into this new body and grant me its power to aid my friends and others. Oh, and I cannot fly, wings are too small."
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20=5 ; Tuesday June 4th, 2019 9:21:13 AM
Old
”Mak you’re limping - are you hurt? Oh Look Jheratak, he’s hurt. You should heal him.”
"No, dear lady. It is but an old injury sustained in the line of duty and a minor nuisance at most." Mak lied. "A little rest, some pain killer," he said raising the mug. "and I'll be right as rain, don't you know."
OOC: Bluff 5, fail.
All the other talk was just noise to Mak as he wandered about as permitted to examine his surroundings and listen to the others talk. He was still a junior member of the petals, if that, so he was determined to be on his best behavior for now or at least until his first pay day. His pouch was a little light at present, so free food, drink, and lodging was preferable to scrounging in the wilderness and sleeping on the hard ground.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Tuesday June 4th, 2019 10:51:41 AM
Elyas bows politely to the Lady Viaven. "It is good to meet you my lady. yes, Elyas is my name. I am afraid my story is not nearly as exciting as some of the heroes in this band. I am but a simple sailor, raised simply on Centaur Island. I fell in with this group after an unfortunate misunderstanding where I was kidnapped and then rescued by this crew while they were competing in the Taurnament. I have been providing my services as a sailor to the group since.
DM Mark - "Just bruthers from a different mother." Tuesday June 4th, 2019 11:25:16 PM
The Petals answer questions politely. The food proves to be rather good, along with blue Taur wine. Marcus seems to be rather proud of the meal and will ask the cook to come out. A stout minotaur in a stained apron trots out. It seems that Lord Marcus insists that his cook experiment with imported spices and foods, being a wealthy Lord in a port city.
Angus and Tzakhave some fun with the whole bothers/brothers question.
Elyas says he’s only recently joined the Petals, having signed on as a sailor.
Rolth shares a bit about liontaurs and mentions that the Petals used to travel with minotaurs in their group. He compliments Lady Viaven and asks how she came to be a lady in this place. She answers, ”Oh, aren’t you a sweet one! You see I was betrothed to another in Imod City. But it seems that Lord Marcus had come to the city and my fiance took offence at something he said. Can you imagine? Well, they got into quite an argument and my fiance challenged Lord Marcus to a Kaleb. It was quite the fight I can tell you. Marcus ended up goring him in the throat. I can tell you that my fiance messed with the wrong minotaur that day! And while he won the fight, he won my affections as well! And so here I am in this place.”
When Kiwina mentions that he was not aware of a conflict between centaurs and minotaurs, and bring up Bridge Island, Sir Rotagar tells this tale.
Mak rejects the offered healing, though he is glad for the free food and lodging. He later wanders in the hall looking at the furnishings and decorations. At some point, Mistress Shazza will wander over to Mak and mention discretely that perhaps the cold and damp of the stone keep is what’s bad for his leg, and perhaps her place nearby would be warmer and more to his liking. Perhaps.
At Rolth and Falco’s mention of the Sargrass, there is a good deal of interest, as all there recall the falling rocks and the red weed that caused such madness and destruction. The Petals are able to share a great deal of information these minotaurs did not know about what had happened in the Sargrass and how that related to the falling rocks and the red weed.
The rest of the evening goes well, though a bit late into the night. Vruzur tells Foosnir to get you what you want/need as he sees you to your rooms. In the morning there will be a late breakfast and again Foosnir is instructed to provide what you may need. Lord Marcus gruffly announces that he will not accompany you to the Violet Castle to see the Purple Duke, and more pressing matters demand his attention.
You may go into the town around Fort Ixon. The Rose is in port here, as is the Herald. The body of Aaroth will be sent along with you. Someone took the trouble to tuck some strong smelling herbs in with the body.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday June 5th, 2019 4:49:22 AM
Tsak, belly full, heads back to the Rose to sleep off the rich food and wine.
He can't think of anything he requires in Fort Ixon, so stays aboard and helps the crew prepare to sail back to Castle Violet.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) d20+10=12 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2019 6:09:55 AM
Rolth thanks Lord Marcus and his staff for the hospitality, and thoroughly enjoys the late breakfast. He will go to check on the status of the Rose, and drop by to see how Captain Cecil is doing with the refreshed Herald. He is otherwise ready to sail back to Castle Violet to report to the Duke. All the while, he will remain alert for trouble, as Aaroth may have had friends who might look to avenge him.
(Perception = 12)
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+10=29 ; d20+10=27 ; d20+7=14 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2019 7:09:29 AM
Kiwina listens to the minotaur story attentively and remains polite throughout the evening. He is gracious in their leave-taking, though he mostly wonders what Sable and Gothruk would have thought of this group. When the group gets back to the Rose, he checks her over even though he's sure Ramsey has done a fine job, and finds something to complement the crew on.
(For the ship's inspection: sailor = 29, perception = 27, craft ships = 14) If repairs or provisions are needed, might as well check at Fort Ixon.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | Grapled | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | d20+9=24 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2019 7:22:23 AM
As conversation starts to revolve around the return of the Sargrass Falco is sure to throw in comments about the Warper-sar whenever there is a chance. He emphasis the wonders changes that have been brought to his body and the growing power. Not exactly proselytizing but pretty close.
When the dinner ends he will head back to the ship that he has come to think of as home. As he walks he splits his attention between Aaroths body and any sign of additional trouble. {Perception: 24}
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+1=3 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2019 8:49:47 AM
Mak thanked Mistress Shazza for her concern, but explained politely that he was on probation with the petals and should stay close. His stumbling delivery of the news with his surprise and anxiety no doubt was not received well by the lady so she may have gleaned from his awkward behavior that she wasn't his type.
OOC: Diplomacy +1, Roll 3. Fail.
When the young nobleman returned to his room he took the opportunity to wash his clothes and hang them to dry by the fire, but he hung them sloppily and they ended up a wrinkled mess the next morning. Mak exited the manor looking no less disheveled than when he arrived and his failure to remember to brush his hair left it in an untamed mess as he followed the others to the Rose.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday June 5th, 2019 9:43:51 AM
Elyas retired early from the dinner, wanting to rest in a real bed while he could.
In the morning he made his way down to the docks to check in with the crew of the Rose, and then to see Cecil on the Herald, and to see if the ship really did just fix itself when Cecil returned.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+7=17 ; Wednesday June 5th, 2019 10:24:33 PM
Angus stays until a proper time and then to bed.
Upon waking the next morning he is ready to see the ship and begin learning how to be a sailor. He keeps a sharp eye out for trouble on the way.
(perception = 17)
DM Mark - Back Aboard Wednesday June 5th, 2019 11:41:49 PM Mak declines Shazza’s offer, and is a bit surprised that she takes no offense at this.
The Petals enjoy a bed in the keep for a change, though most find the mattresses rather firm. After breakfast in the keep, they return to the Rose and find that Ramsey has things ship-shape. After checking, the Petals determine there is a need for about 50 gold in supplies and to provide some pay for the crew.
Aaroth’s body has been brought to the docks by the young Foosnir. He seems rather taken with the Petals. ”Where are you heroes headed? I’ll admit that I wish I was going with you, but my duty’s at the keep.”
Elyas makes it a point to check on Cecil. Walking aboard, he finds that he has procurred a crew, but some of them look pretty skechy. ”Ah, welcome aboard Elyas. As you can see I have a crew, and I’m loading some items for trade. I look forward to heading out to sea again. I wish you well - where are you headed?”
Suddenly, there is a bit of comotion aboard the Rose. Ramsey hauls a couple of adolescent humans that he found as stowaways. With a wink, he says to the Petals, ”Well, these two decided to sneak aboard. What say you? Shall we whip them or keel-hail the miscreants?”
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Thursday June 6th, 2019 12:10:10 AM
Kiwina looks at Ramsey for a moment before saying, "Meh. Keep 'em. Food for the liontaur." Maybe he'll manage to keep a straight face long enough for the kids to worry.
"Cecil has a point. After we see the Duke are we going to try to get back to Liontaur Isle for the festival? Not sure we can make it now."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None d20+7=8 ; Thursday June 6th, 2019 1:00:11 AM
(Profession Sailor=8) Tsak licks his lips, bares his tusks and glares at the teenagers. Begger the liontaur, there's enough there for all of us. Shall we roast 'em slow or stew 'em?
Unable to keep up the pretense for long he will eventually burst out laughing.
Tsak makes sure that he thanks Ramsey and the crew for looking after the boat whilst the petals were chasing the wretched squidman. After that he settles in for the trip. Helping Kiwina where he can, he fouls up some ropes, gets a splinter whilst climbing the mast and almost loses Esmerelda overboard. He hopes the new chums are quick learners.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+7=24 ; Thursday June 6th, 2019 5:40:01 AM
Being local himself, Angus looks closely at the two stowaways to see if he knows them (assuming they are from this town)
(Knowledge local = 24)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) Thursday June 6th, 2019 6:42:34 AM
Rolth tells Foosnir, "Hopefully we are headed back to Liontaur Isle for the Festival. Thank you for all your service during our stay here. Lord Marcus is lucky to have you. We do seem to be short a minotaur, so perhaps at some point you are looking for something new to do, you could join with us for a time!" Turning to the young stowaways, he growls, "Bah, we're out of barbecue sauce, and they're too lean anyway!" then guffaws. "What brings you lads on board? Are you running from something or towards something?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | Grapled | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | d20+7=19 ; Thursday June 6th, 2019 7:13:51 AM
Falco simply shakes his head at the discussion of the kids. He knows how it is to be little and young, no need for him to make sport.
He thinks the festival sounds good but decides his time better spent checking for the supplies they will need. "Ramsey, can you take some of the fellows to get the supplies?" He shuffles around his pouch for 50gp assuming he can get some of it back from the others at some point.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Thursday June 6th, 2019 10:40:26 AM I hope you have learned not to gamble your livelihood moving forward dear Cecil. I do hope our paths cross again in better circumstances. I believe we are heading to a festival of some kind, but I am not familiar with it.
they are interrupted by the commotion on the Rose nearby. Looks like stowaways. I should go check on that
Once back ot the Rose, Elyas is surprised to see the stowaways are humans. he doesn't often see other humans in this area. memories start to resurface, of being a young human growing up on the streets of the taur islands. What do we have here? new members of the crew?
DM Mark - "New members of the crew?" Thursday June 6th, 2019 9:27:10 PM
There is some discussion about making for Liontaur Isle for a festival after visiting the Duke.
With Ramsey’s discovery of the stowaways, several of the Petals suggest eating them. The youngs men go pale at the suggestion. Their eyes dart to the docks, looking for some help. ”Hey, look - we, we don’t want any trouble.”
Tzak eventually bursts out laughing, and Rolth asks, "What brings you lads on board? Are you running from something or towards something?"Elyas follows this with, ”What do we have here? New members of the crew?”
Angus seems to recognize the boys. One he saw on the streets and was labeled a troublemaker by the locals. The other - he thinks the boy has a family or some sort of local connection.
Falco fishes out 50 GP and give it to Ramsey for supplies, hoping to be reimbursed. (There was some party treasure.) Ramsey barks at a couple of the new crew - one a minotaur the other a half-elf with a long scar and a limp - and tells them to come with him for the supplies, leaving the stowaways for the Petals to deal with.
The two “yutes” seems to brighten up at Elyas suggestion. ”Crew? Yessir, we’re here to be your new crew.” “Yeah, well work twice as hard and eat half as much.” “What, what do you mean half as much?” “OK, well, maybe three quarters as much.” "Well I'm Tad and this is Riles, as yeah we can crew." "Yeah, we're the crewiest!" This earns a sidelong look from Tad to Riles. "Crewiest?
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) Thursday June 6th, 2019 10:02:23 PM "There once was two lads from Caer Violet, The deck of the Rose they did violate, They claimed to be the crewiest, But hey, we're the screwiest, I'm sure their end will be violent."
Rolth finished up his doggerel lamely, looks around, and says, "What? Darnit, Captain, I'm a skald, not a poet."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | Grapled | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | d20+8=27 ; Friday June 7th, 2019 6:55:32 AM
Falco makes a mental note to get reimbursed from the party treasure at some point. Knowing the supplies are on the way he checks back to see what is going on with the stowaways. There little speech about being the crewist gets a chuckle and he tries to see if they are being truthful.
{Sense Motive: 27}
If they seem to be honest he chimes in. "May as well let them stay, if nothing else there entertaining."
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+4=22 ; Friday June 7th, 2019 9:51:50 AM
Once aboard Mak found his rack and settled in as he placed his gear securely and then with bow, quiver, and sword he ventured above decks to see how he might be helpful.
"I've some small amount of experience with maps," Mak admitted to whoever seemed to be acting as the captain. Mak proceeded to give some advice on the best course to set in his opinion. "I'd be glad to consult with the navigator." He offered.
OOC: KS: Geography +4, Roll 22.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday June 7th, 2019 10:04:56 AM Work hard and follow direction and we can find a place for you. we are all a group of misfits in some way, I'm sure you'll fit in. don't mind the 'Taurs, they don't bite. usually.
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Friday June 7th, 2019 5:31:51 PM
Captain/navigator Kiwina accepts Mak's claim with some skepticism. "So tell me, how do you keep your bearings at sea?"
(If Mak has a ready answer, Kiwina listens to it carefully. If not, Kiwina lumps Mak in with the stowaways for the rest of this conversation.)
Kiwina looks over the stowaways, taking in their bearing, demeanor, and callouses (or lack thereof) before saying, "No one should be on board unless they've got something to contribute. We have a crew. We don't need to be training ne'er-do-wells."
DM Mark - "No one should be on board unless they've got something to contribute." Friday June 7th, 2019 11:46:06 PM Rolth tries some poetry. Sense Motive DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: {Ramsey and the crew manage to resist resist any eye-rolling. Barely.}
Falco can tell Highlight to display spoiler: {these young men are not sincere about their sailing ability. But they are very sincere about wanting to be aboard.}
There is some discussion about these young men staying aboard as crew.
Mak offers to help with navigation, and seem to have a good lay of the coast here.
But Kiwina asks Mak, "So tell me, how do you keep your bearings at sea?" And to everyone, "No one should be on board unless they've got something to contribute. We have a crew. We don't need to be training ne'er-do-wells."
The boys look at each other a bit nervously.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) d20+2=9 ; Saturday June 8th, 2019 10:15:35 PM
Rolth is oblivious to the effect of his poetry on those assembled on deck. He blithely continues on, "Lads, you still haven't answered our questions. All crew on the Rose must be trustworthy and respond to the direction of the Eight Petaled Rose. So I ask you again, why are you here on board this ship? And what can each of you contribute to our success?"
(Sense Motive = 9, fail)
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Sunday June 9th, 2019 1:57:45 PM
Elyas adds on to Rolth's statement
We can't help you if you don't talk to us. if you cannot give a satisfactory answer, the captain will send you away. if you want to be here, you're going to have to tell us your story.
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Sunday June 9th, 2019 11:31:09 PM
While Kiwina waits for any answers the others want to give, Rolth's limerick -- if that's whai it was -- filters through. Simply getting to the other side of the island's going to be a long voyage, he sighs to himself.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | d20+6=23 ; d20+8=11 ; Monday June 10th, 2019 7:07:53 AM
Falco gestures to the lads to move in closer as he speaks as a conspiator or friend.
"Lads, it's clear you don't know how to sail. Neither did I at the start of this. Are you running from something or too something? You look like good sorts. Tell us what is going on, honesty will get your further then anything else you can do." {Diplomacy: 23} {Sense Motive: 11 on response}
DM Mark - "Lads, it's clear you don't know how to sail. Neither did I at the start of this." Tuesday June 11th, 2019 1:22:32 AM
The Petals confront the two lads, asking them why they are on board, what they have to contribute, and asking if they are running from something.
The two look at each other.
The one named Tad begins, a certain resignation in his voice, ”Um, yeah, so, the truth huh? Well, the truth is I grew up on this farm south of here? WellI, my dad and mom and my brothers work on the farm. The minotaurs there, well, they don’t treat us so good. Dad sez the minotaurs don’t wanna do the work so they just work us. And I, um, I didn’t really like the farm and I just thought there was, um, there was more for me. So I told my mom and dad I was leaving, and then I come here to Fort Ixon. I, well, I guess I don’t really know much about sailing. But I didn’t know much about farming when I started working in the fields neither.
“Now Riles, he grew up here in Fort Ixon. See, it’s just him and his dad, and his dad … well they don’t get along and stuff, and, well, sometimes his dad gets mad, and stuff, and....
Then Riles interjects, ”Hey! Shut up about that! Shut about my dad! I can tell my own story, and this got nothing to do with my dad, OK? He don’t need any more trouble or me to take care of. I just wanna go somewhere else, see. I, well, I been watching the sailors and the dock workers. I worked here some. I can do whatever you need me to do, see.
[b]”Yeah,” continues Tad, ”Well, so, me and Riles, we stick together. I help him and he helps me. We may not really know much sailor stuff yet, but we’re strong and we’re smart and we’ll work for cheap. Riles nods in agreement.
The both look hopefully at the Petals.
You believe you may have gotten to the truth of things, or at least what these two young men think is the truth. (And the DM doesn’t really want the party stuck with days of interviews and discussion.)
If you should ask around the docks, (Knowledge Local DC 10, Diplomacy 10 to gather information) Highlight to display spoiler: { there are some that don’t much trust the one named Tad, but it seems like his trouble is mostly related to stealing food. Some will say they know Riles’ dad as a sometime dock worker and a drinker. They feel for the boy, and some say he is a good worker - just young and inexperienced.}
So the question is, what do you do now with these boys? You have a ready crew. There could be room and work for a couple more, but these two will need some training. And you have a dead body with an octopus head to deal with. And if you thought rotting fish smelled bad...
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday June 11th, 2019 5:24:10 AM
Tsak watches the interplay between the petals, the new chums (Mak and Angus) and the stowaways. He tends to agree with Kiwina, in his experience boats can get to be really small places unless everyone has a job to keep them busy. And the rose isn't particularly big to begin with. On the other hand its a chance to make a difference and get the two lads off to a better start.
I'll help train them, but they better be prepared to work, and to keep their noses clean. I won't have the Petal's reputation sullied by miscreants!
Figuring that covers it, the half-orc sits back to watch which way the wind is gonna blow for the amateur adventurers.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) Tuesday June 11th, 2019 5:47:49 AM
Rolth sends the lads up to the bow--"That's the front end of the ship, lads"-- so the Petals can have a quiet chat. Rolth is inclined to let them stay aboard for a trial run. "How about we see how they do on the run to Castle Violet, and then make a decision. I think we can help them out, and they have some potential if given a chance and some direction. If they can't show some heart by the end of the run, we can put them on a cart home, no harm done. We should send a message to their families to let them know where they have gone. What say you all?"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 4/5 | d20+6=7 ; Tuesday June 11th, 2019 6:53:05 AM
{Diplomacy: 7}
"Makes sense. We might make something useful of you." he pauses and gets a far away look "I ran from home as well. Things were not what I wanted and I wound up here. Still I miss my folks at times so best do it right and sent word. After that keep your nose clean and we will help ya. If you can't do that it will be embarrassing as hell to be thrown off a boat by a small owl man wont it?"
Kiwina (Steve M) (32/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Tuesday June 11th, 2019 7:02:21 AM "Since we won't be hauling them off the island, a trial run might work. Might even give Mak a chance to show his chops navigating."
Setting sail for Castle Violet...
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Tuesday June 11th, 2019 10:11:58 AM "Listen boys, the captain has agreed to give you a chance. don't go messing that up. if you need anything ask one of us, don't let anything 'fall' into your pockets now, understand? We want to help you both, don't make us regret it.
DM Dan - Onwards! To Castle Violet! Tuesday June 11th, 2019 6:28:51 PM
The Petals come to the collective decision to let the boys stay on and help out, and if they turn out to be good workers, then they can stay, but if they do badly, they'll be sent home.
"Fanks sirs! We'll not let ya down, we promise!" Says Tad, apparently excited.
With the agreement made, the Petals set sail to Castle Violet where they are supposed to meet with the Duke.
The journey itself is uneventful, however the two young boys seem to be quick to pick up the tasks they're given. Not the brightest candles, but hard working and easy to get along with. The journey seems to pass fairly quickly, ending when you can see Castle Violet on the shores.
Pulling up to and mooring the ship on the docks, you are greeted by a Minotaur in purple garb, who looks to be some sort of official, as you all disembark, he looks up and down at you and speaks with a snobbish accent and a sneer.
"Your weapons won't be necessary, please leave them aboard the ship before you meet with the Duke."
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Tuesday June 11th, 2019 7:34:10 PM
Angus nods and puts away his large weapons. He keeps a very small dagger in his boot. He also hides his thieves tools within his clothes to avoid a pat down (Just in case they are needed later)
Kiwina (Steve M) (36/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Tuesday June 11th, 2019 10:07:41 PM
(Ooc: Any chance of 1 or 2 days' healing while the ship sails around the island?)
Kiwina is somewhat surprised by the request that they leave their weapons behind -- they've had them during audiences before. Nevertheless, he puts away his spears and sword before leaving the ship. He debates leaving his haversack, too, but decides if it's a problem the guard will say so when they go.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday June 11th, 2019 11:52:59 PM
It's good to be back at sea and the rolling of the waves has a soothing effect on Tsak, but also reminds him of the bumps and scrapes and rather nasty scar he collected in the fight with Aaroth. He leaves his falchion and crossbow behind on the Rose, as neither is able to be easily hidden. Like Kiwina he takes his backpack along.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (28/36 HP 33/36 NL | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) Wednesday June 12th, 2019 6:38:16 AM
Rolth has no issues with disarming, figuring that the Duke's forces will handle any miscreants. He is ready to be off to the castle with our unpleasant burden.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d8+4=6 ; d8+4=11 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; d6=6 ; d20+8=10 ; Wednesday June 12th, 2019 7:31:49 AM
During the trip does some individual healing and gathers those injured to bring the Warper-sar's good will to them. {Kiwana: +6 | Tsak: +11 | Channel for All: 15}
{Sense Motive: 10 - Trying to be sure leaving the weapons is not some sort of set up.}
Falco slips his bow into the efficient quiver and makes sure now arrows are sticking out of the extra dimensional space. That done he finds Ramsey and asking that he keep a close on the quiver, it is important to him.
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Wednesday June 12th, 2019 9:10:00 AM
OOC: Sorry for the delay...
Kiwina Old
Captain/navigator Kiwina accepts Mak's claim with some skepticism. "So tell me, how do you keep your bearings at sea?"
Mak New
"Short of magic, I'd have to use what any other navigator uses." Mak said. "A sextant, the stars, landmarks along the coast line."
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday June 12th, 2019 10:18:05 AM
Elyas shrugs, leaving Aaroth's crossbow on the ship. he doesn't really rely on weapons much anyways, and this is yet another time when looking like just another sailor instead of a flashy wizard is going to be helpful.
to the boys he says I want the two of you to stay here and help the crew. practice your knots that we were working on, and mind Ramsey. He is in charge any time we are not present. understood?
DM Dan - Eat, Drink, and be Merry! Wednesday June 12th, 2019 6:11:42 PM
((Yes you can have a couple of days healing))
The boys nod at Elyas command.
"Yessir!" you realise they've come quite far in the few days you've been with them and training them.
Once you are all disarmed (for the most part) you are taken deeper into the Castle Violet, the corridors you are being taken down covered in various different shades of purple, somehow none of them clash. You are brought to some form of reception room, with a long table along one side and a smaller one in the middle.
On the smaller table there is an iron bound chest, approximately 18 inches long, by 12 inches wide by 8 inches deep, it has a lock on it, keeping it closed tightly.
On the long table are some small plates with refreshments, finger food such as sandwiches, chicken legs, cold cuts of meat, wheels of cheese, fruit, nuts and other similar small morsels. There are also jugs of wine, water, and ale. It all looks delicious, especially since you've been eating ship food for the last couple of days.
"Please, help yourself to the food and drink, the Duke will be in momentarily." your guide, after telling you this, then leaves you alone in the room, with the food and chest.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 12; Touch: 9; CMD: 17) Wednesday June 12th, 2019 8:04:06 PM
Rolth will look at the chest and quietly remind himself, just loud enough for the others to hear,
"Curiosity killed the liontaur, just wait on the Duke to arrive. Curiosity killed the liontaur, just wait on the Duke to arrive. Curiosity killed the liontaur, just wait on the Duke to arrive. Curiosity killed the liontaur, just wait on the Duke to arrive. Curiosity killed the liontaur, just wait on the Duke to arrive. Curiosity killed the liontaur, just wait on the Duke to arrive."
He will then distract himself by eating some of the Duke's refreshments.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None d20+7=23 ; Wednesday June 12th, 2019 10:51:32 PM
Angus is careful not to touch the chest but examines it and its locking mechanism closely.
(Perception = 23 / 25 to find traps)
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20+10=29 ; Wednesday June 12th, 2019 10:54:03 PM
Kiwina looks over the room, wandering around slowly as he does, but does not handle anything or try the food. (perception = 29)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Thursday June 13th, 2019 7:21:50 AM
Falco finds whatever he can for fresh fruit on the table and looks at the chest shaking his head.
"So, none of us is touching that until we know what is going on."
Falco considers the situation. I bet he is going to have us use this is bait for pirates or something. Fair enough.
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Thursday June 13th, 2019 9:09:20 AM
The archer's forced sobriety had a couple of effects on him. First, it appeared that the morning after the fight in the casino, Mak had no memory of the event. Finding himself on a ship in the middle of the sea made him a little cautious though and many saw him quietly inquiring about as to why he was aboard.
He slowly pieced together the events of the previous day as he hobbled from rail to rail and saw the landmarks along the coast line. He deduced they were headed to Castle Violet, though that thought had already been planted in his head, so it wasn't any great deduction. He also found that the chart room was available to him, so he looked over the maps there with interest, studying them closely and charting their progress as they went along.
Mak found that the task of charting the ship and looking over the maps was a great distraction for him and let him set the pain in his leg aside.
Mak followed Kiwina's lead. He knew that the food was merely a pleasantry set there by the nobleman and that the act of eating it really served no real purpose. He did look over the wine selection, though he didn't partake of the sweet substance. The chest, whatever it contained, was of no interest to Mak. Coin was easy to come by, fleeting at best, and never anything that Mak needed unless there was an ale on the other side of a transaction.
So Mak ended up sitting down with his misshapen pack next to him and his bow across his lap. He was still a little miffed about his quiver, but it was a compromise. Keep the bow, give up the arrows. He didn't really expect any special treatment in a foreign court, nor would he reveal his identity to this backwoods barbarian of a nobleman. He would sit, listen, and see what kind of people they really were.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: d20+5=18 ; Thursday June 13th, 2019 1:57:24 PM "yes, let's not touch that chest yet. We have no idea what might be going on here, best not to cause trouble. seems like a test, to leave us in a room alone with a curious-looking chest just sitting there...
Elyas takes some water, bread and cheese and munches while looking around the room. (perception=18)
he casts Detect Magic as he wanders the room, checking the food first, then the chest, then sweeping over the walls of the room.
DM Dan - Hail to the Duke Thursday June 13th, 2019 6:36:52 PM
The food is nothing special, and neither is the chest, unless you count having a moderately complicated lock "special".
After perhaps twenty minutes, the Duke enters and gives you all a curt nod and smile, before going over to the food and putting some of it on a plate. He notices that no food has been removed and tut's slightly.
"I go out of my way to provide you a nice meal and you shirk it? I am trying hard not to be offended." he takes a bite out of some of the meats he has piled onto a plate, and sitting down at the table next to the chest, with a cup of wine, which he sips between mouthfuls.
"Please, eat something, I know rations on a boat aren't terribly inviting." He chuckles. "Also, your reward is in the chest... I have the key here somewhere..."
He begins searching through his pockets before producing a key, which he places on the table, before going back to eating.
"Do open it, I'm interested to see what's in there. I had some servants put it together so I don't know what they decided you should have gotten."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) d20+10=19 ; Thursday June 13th, 2019 10:13:13 PM
Rolth, with a mystified look, continues consuming the Duke's refreshments copiously as he looks on, although he will go easy on the strong drink. "Hey Angus, you wanna do the honors?" He watches carefully to make sure that no part of our reward slips away. Gotta keep an eye on these new fellows who might not yet have our same sense of camaraderie."Hey Elyas, finding anything interesting with the magicks?"
(Perception = 19)
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Thursday June 13th, 2019 10:34:40 PM
Angus takes the key and attempts to use it to open the chest.
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Thursday June 13th, 2019 10:51:10 PM
Kiwina walks over near the table to see what is in the chest when it is opened.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday June 13th, 2019 11:37:20 PM
Tsak approaches the table on which the feast is prepared. He partakes of some finger food and mulled wine (not too much). He's content to wait and see whats in the chest, letting the magic users have first pick. He trusts that whatever is suitable for him will make its way eventually.
Tsak finds the idea of the duke being offended by a group of weary adventurers a little comical. Nope, politiks is still a mystery. He takes his usual tack of keeping his mouth full of food or shut tight.
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | Longbow Ranged +9 To Hit, 1d8+11 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Friday June 14th, 2019 8:47:32 AM
Mak didn't really care what the Duke thought of any of them. His actions were just a ploy to put them off balance and the young nobleman was having none of it. He was interested in how the reward might be allocated among them as it would reveal whatever pecking order existed in this clique, so he just kept to the edges of the assembly and listened.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday June 14th, 2019 10:18:55 AM
Elyas raises an eyebrow slightly at the mention of the food not being eaten, still holding the last few bites of his bread and cheese. he shrugs and takes another serving of food from the table before walking over to the chest, watching as Angus lifts the lid.
At Rolth's question Elyas shakes his head. No, nothing out of the ordinary here
DM Dan - Hail to the Duke Part 2 Friday June 14th, 2019 6:39:40 PM
As the key is inserted in the chest and turned, you hear the soft clicking of a good quality lock opening, opening the chest reveals several potion bottles and a coin purse. There is a note detailing what the potions are, which explains there is 8 Greater Healing Potions (Cure Serious Wounds) and 3 of Neutralise Poison. In the coin purse there is 2400gp, which split six ways gives each of you 400gp.
You suddenly realise the Duke is also looking over your shoulder and looking in the chest.
"Ah! That's all very good. Some funds and some useful potions. I hope they serve you well." He goes over to the body of Aaroth, inspecting it.
"So you had to kill him... I see. Not ideal, it would have been nice to throw him in my dungeon, but necessary I suppose. I doubt he would have come in willingly."
He smiles widely as he takes another bite of his food.
"You have done well, and been rewarded! Please, enjoy some more food before you take your leave."
((OoC: All gain 5000XP for completing the Module, Congrats! That should put you all to Level 5! If it doesn't, please do go to 15,000 XP, so you can all be on a level playing field.))
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 Dex | | AC: 21 | AC 19 (20) (T14(15)/F16) 31/31 HP | +1 Longbow: +8(+9) 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Sunday June 16th, 2019 8:12:16 AM
(Friday Post)
When the duke suggests they open the chest Falco is relieved. In the back of his mind he was still concerned about trouble from Aaroth.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) Sunday June 16th, 2019 12:42:44 PM
Rolth thanks the Duke for his generosity, and explains, "We did give Aaroth several opportunities to surrender and submit to your justice, but he chose the hard way and we were forced to oblige. I too would have found it better to have been able to interrogate him, particularly about his knowledge of the pirates, but alas, it was not to be.
With that, he tucks into the fine feast that has been provided, since we are not likely to eat as well on the way back to Liontaur Isle!
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Sunday June 16th, 2019 3:19:09 PM "Your Grace," Kiwina says, pulling a small jar from his pack, "This is woldemite, which I obtained by chance in the Floating City. Knowing your reputation as a gourmand, I thought that you might enjoy the chance to try it. And if it pleases you, I have an errand to run while we are here."
If granted permission to take his leave of the others, Kiwina hurries off to see if he can spend an afternoon with Cassia before the group heads back to Liontaur Isle -- with their new companions if they are interested in going there. Or perhaps the group will hear rumor of another adventure elsewhere.
Kiwina also ponders his own future contributions to the ship and crew, still embarassed by the pirate attack they suffered on their way to Minotaur Island.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Monday June 17th, 2019 6:31:14 AM
Angus takes a moment to think about the last week of his life. He lost his job, got caught up in an adventure, fought for his life, and met some new (dare he think the word) friends.
Much to consider moving forward, Angus muses, as he digs into the fine meal before him.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Monday June 17th, 2019 7:21:02 AM
When the Duke declares the killing necessary the little owl man lets out a breath he did not know he was holding. With that he realizes he can eat in earnest and digs in, looking for rare meat.
As he eats he practically feels the eyes of the Warper-Sar on him and knows that his connection and grown. Ahh, you grant me more of your power. I will help the Wold evolve and warp as you would have it.
As the others eat Falco keeps on eye on the newcomers. Not to be untrusting, just to learn more about them and their ways.
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 22 | Longbow Ranged +9/+9 To Hit, 1d8+12/1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20=18 ; d20+4=23 ; Monday June 17th, 2019 10:09:24 AM
Mak was very pleased at the turn of events, though he kept those feelings concealed as best he could. When it came to nobles it was best in his experience to not let them think you owed them anything. Still, this Duke seemed an alright sort.
OOC: Bluff=18.
"You are very generous." Mak said to the duke as it never hurt to compliment one when it was deserved. Mak then allowed himself a bite of the food while listening to the others. Mak would have been oblivious to the attention leveled at him by Falco, but the young nobleman happened to catch the creatures eye at just the right moment. Mak nodded and lifted his goblet a bit at their good fortune.
OOC: Perception +4, Roll 23
While the gathering continued Mak considered the course they set to get here and realized that he had missed a few marks on the map he referenced when plotting the course here.
"Target practice anyone?" Mak asked. "I do have a few pointers if any are interested."
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Monday June 17th, 2019 10:34:22 AM
Satisfied that there is nothing out of the ordinary and that this really was just payment for a job finished, Elyas fills his plate and eats with his companions. He looks forward to some time back on the ship to get back into a routine and spend some time studying. he feels like he is very close to figuring out some new spells that could come in handy the next time this group ends up in trouble.
DM Mark - "You are very generous." d20=3 ; Monday June 17th, 2019 7:07:03 PM
The members of the Eight Petaled Rose have opened their reward for having brought Aaroth’s body to the Violet Duke (or Duke Violet has he prefers to be called.) While the small treasure chest has been opened, it remains there on the table along with the lock and key that once held it shut. (Also, I seem to recall that you have another small chest you took from Aaroth’s room, and some other items as well.)
The Duke encourages you to enjoy the food and wine that has been brought, and the petals dig in which seems to please the Duke. As mentioned before, the food and wine are good but not great, and plentiful. He nods at Mak's comment about his generosity.
The Duke calls for some entertainment, and soon a centaur shows up with a lute and begins to play.
Kiwina pulls a small jar from his pack and says, "Your Grace, this is woldemite, which I obtained by chance in the Floating City. Knowing your reputation as a gourmand, I thought that you might enjoy the chance to try it. And if it pleases you, I have an errand to run while we are here."
This seems to pique his interest, and he has a servant bring it over to him with a clean spoon. The Duke tastes it, and his face pulls up into a grimace. ”Oh, ooo, that, no. That is not to my liking. Not at all. Ugh. You should demand your money back. I certainly hope your errand is not to obtain more of that!” He drinks a large gulp of wine, swishing it about in his mouth for a moment.
"As for your errand, yes, of course - run what errands you wish and accommodations may be arranged if you need. Does your errand involve large sums of money such that you require an escort? Of course, you could always just use that … woldemite to hold whatever foes you may encounter at bay."
You rather expect that accommodations here in this keep would be rather nice.
Knowledge Nobility DC 10 or Knowledge Local DC 15: Highlight to display spoiler: {You know that it would be fine to stay here under the Duke’s hospitality for a day or two. Beyond that you should arrange for your own lodgings elsewhere.}
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None d20=14 ; Monday June 17th, 2019 10:55:43 PM
(Nobility = 14)
Embarrassed by the horrible gaffe that the woldemite turned out to be, Kiwina hurries off. He returns to the castle or the Rose -- wherever the party decides to stay -- by evening, ready to discuss plans.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (36/36 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) d20+9=10 ; d20+2=8 ; Tuesday June 18th, 2019 12:00:24 AM
Rolth will ask the centaur if he may accompany him on the lute. If the fellow is amenable, Rolth will try to play a nice counterpoint to his melody, but just barely pulls it off. (Perform = 10) Turning to something else, he will begin collecting the reward. If the others are amenable, he will accept an evening's lodging at the Keep. "Perhaps some of us can visit the Catacombs while we are here, and unburden ourselves of extra gear we have acquired in our adventures? Then off to the festival!"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Tuesday June 18th, 2019 7:21:36 AM
Falco does his best to quiet the small chuckle when the Duke tries the woldemite, he mostly succeeds.
"It must be an acquired taste."
At Mak's mention of target practice he nods.
"Maybe not this moment but perhaps we need an official target for practice on the ship. There is time when we are under sail. Now... I need to find a jeweler."
When there is a free moment Falco will search out someplace to buy two pairs of platinum bands. Once acquired he will give one to Kiwana and one to Rolth explaining that wearing them will allow him to cast a protection spell when needed.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Tuesday June 18th, 2019 12:51:10 PM
Tsak eats his fill and enjoys a second mulled wine. He then saves some meat scraps in a napkin for Esmerelda, having left the feline on the boat.
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 22 | Longbow Ranged +9/+9 To Hit, 1d8+12/1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+6=10 ; Tuesday June 18th, 2019 2:41:25 PM
OOC: KS: Nobility +6, Roll 10. Fail. Rats, should have taken 10.
Mak settled in and relaxed as much as he was able. The expectation of being in a comfortable bed for another night appealed to him. He suspected though that his companions would want to move on soon, so he remained silent on the subject and followed their lead.
"Do we know about Aaroth's equipment yet?" Mak asked. He hoped that perhaps those items might have some value. Something to aid him in shooting straighter, or perhaps to make him more useful aboard ship. Presently his usefulness included being able to tie knots, work the rigging from the deck, and navigate the waters. On a good day he could likely pilot the ship, but he was only a novice at such things.
"Festival?" Mak asked in response to Rolth's suggestion.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Tuesday June 18th, 2019 2:56:06 PM
Elyas nods to Rolth. "Yes, we should be sure to make use of a chance to gather any new equipment and get rid of anything we don't need to keep. I know I could use a few more scrolls and things."
in answer to Mak, Elyas holds out the small handful of items he relieved from Aaroth's corpse. "he had a few items on his person that are magical, but I have not yet been able to identify everything. this here is an amulet of natural armor, but these 2 rings and 3 potions are not something I have seen before. I will take some time to study them again tomorrow and maybe have some better answers for you then. it will perhaps be hard to sell them if we don't know what we have
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 22 | Longbow Ranged +9/+9 To Hit, 1d8+12/1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Tuesday June 18th, 2019 4:53:49 PM
OOC: If no one wants it, Mak will take the amulet
DM Mark - "You are very generous." d20=11 ; d100=97 ; Tuesday June 18th, 2019 9:31:03 PM Kiwina is embarrassed to find that the Duke does not seem to like woldemite.
Rolth accompanies the centaur on the lute. He will find that the centaur is named Cassien and is very good. He is also patient with this Rolth.
Falco suggests setting up a practice target on the ship, and mentions his need for a jeweler. The Duke will have one of his servants direct Falco to a reputable jeweler able to provide what he needs at a fair price.
Tzak saves some meat scraps for Esmerelda. This is noticed by the Duke, and when he learns it is for Tzak’s pet, the Duke becomes rather interested in this Esmerelda. It seems that minotaurs rarely keep pets, and the Duke has always found the concept fascinating. He offers to see that the kitchen provides some food for Esmerelda when you leave in the morning.
Mak asks the Petals about this festival they mentioned.
Later, Elyas hauls out what you have, the group discusses the party loot, and there is a discussion of a visit to the Catacombs, though there is some discussion about party items and that have not been identified. (You can have the Catacombs attempt to identify the things for a modest fee. Or….if only you had access to services. Like, if you knew someone of importance that could perhaps bring in a mage able to identify such things…)
(The DM doesn’t want to frustrate the players, so whatever route you choose you will find that you have a Ring of Protection +1 and a Ring of Force shield.)
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Tuesday June 18th, 2019 10:08:19 PM
Angus enjoys the Duke's hospitality. He is also astounded about his share of the gold since its more than he has ever had before in his life, several months of wages at his old job.
But even more interesting to Angus is the wizard, Elyas. Truly, this is something worth watching more closely. Perhaps one day in the future, Angus could learn a "trick" or two...
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Tuesday June 18th, 2019 11:45:37 PM
Kiwina rejoins the others for the evening, enjoying the Duke's hospitality. A scowl briefly crosses his face when Mak proposes taking an amulet he had thought belonged to Gothruk, but their minotaur friend has a different one and Kiwina doesn't object.
In the morning, Kiwina is ready to sail. If others want to visit the Catacombs or run errands, though, he understands.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+8=28 ; d20+8=26 ; Wednesday June 19th, 2019 7:34:05 AM
{Spellcraft: 28 / 26}
Falco remembers his days of being attuned to the arcane. He looks over the items that Elyas could not identify and works it out easily. Unable to smile due to the beak he clicks his tongue and mutters. "I guess I still have the know how."
{ooc: No need to play out the buying of the platinum rings I hope. Kiwana and Rolth the rings are so I can cast shield other on you guys if needed.}
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Wednesday June 19th, 2019 8:08:12 AM
Tsak is surprised and grateful for the Duke's offer and he thanks him warmly with a hearty handshake, hoping he hasn't broken bones in the mans hand whilst doing so. He grins inwardly, he's pretty sure Esmerelda sees the relationship as being the other way around. Tsak heads back to the Rose in the morning to check on things and make ready to sail. Esmerelda accepts the offerings graciously, then resumes her prowl around the ship searching for the rats that seem to make their way aboard at every harbour.
(OOC thanks Scott, I just made a screenshot of Tsak and Esmerelda using HeroForge, noticed it from Angus' character sheet. A good half hour unleashing my inner nerd :))
Mak (JamesM) (29/29 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: d20+4=15 ; Wednesday June 19th, 2019 10:23:28 AM
OOC: If they are being offered, Mak would gladly accept either the Ring of Protection or the Amulet of Natural Armor if no one else needs them. Perception +4, Roll 15. Due to Kiwina's apparent attitude, Mak will withdraw his request for either.
Mak noted Kiwina's scowl and asked politely. "Have I earned a pick of the spoils? If I have not, please let me know when I have." He said as he pushed the ring and amulet away from him while accepting the potion of cure serious that Rolth offered him. "Thank you." Mak said to the bard while he packed the flask away into his bag. "I would like a share of the gold, to replenish the bribe I paid the minotaur and to purchase a compass. Kiwina is concerned how I'd take a bearing at sea and if one is available locally I think that would be just the thing to satisfy him...about that."
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Wednesday June 19th, 2019 11:52:37 AM Ah, thank you Falco. I feel bad that I wasn't able to identify these rings, but I am glad you were able to. they both seem quite useful, does anyone want these before we sell them? I have no use for any of the magical items we took, personally
[ooc: my character sheet is updated for lvl 5.]
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Wednesday June 19th, 2019 1:43:47 PM
Mak remained quiet. It was obvious to him that Kiwina still had reservations about his presence, so aside from a share of gold, or the sale of these items should he be allowed to profit from those, he no longer had any interest in them.
"My father had a bit of magic about him." Mak admitted. "But sadly I've none of that about me. I keep hoping that one day I'll wake and be able to change the color of my hair or something, maybe even press my clothes with the wave of a hand, but so far I'm fairly mundane. So I'm grateful for anyone that can divine the true nature of magic and those things it enchants. Cheers Elyas and Falco!" Mak said as he raised his goblet to salute them both.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) Wednesday June 19th, 2019 8:36:44 PM
Rolth eyes the ring of protection, recalling how often he gets slashed to ribbons when he merrily charges into the fray. With a sidelong glance at Kiwina, he offers, "Mak, I think you earned a fair share during the fight with Aaroth. How about the amulet for you, and I'll go for the ring of protection? Any objections?
To Kiwina, he opines, "I think we could make a quick shopping trip and still have time to catch the morning tide. Those fellows in the Catacombs move fast!"
DM Mark - "Have I earned a pick of the spoils?" Wednesday June 19th, 2019 11:15:23 PM
There is discussion about division and dispensation of the loot, and talk of visiting the Catacombs and setting sail. Falco managed to identify the two magic rings, for which Elyas is grateful. Sensing Kiwina’s disapproval, Mak pushes away any of the magic items, asking for a share of the gold to at least replenish the 100 GP he gave Aaroth’s minotaur guard. Rolth tells Mak his is due his fair share. For Angus this is more gold and wealth than he’s ever seen.
Your impression of Duke Violet, as he refers to himself, is that he is a bit of a dandy. A pleasant man, if a bit self absorbed. Parties and social gatherings seem to be very important to him. And he is rather impressed with the Petals.
After a good night’s rest under the Duke’s hospitality, it is a bright new morning. You will find that two casks of decent wine have been sent to your ship - compliments of the Duke. Falco is indeed able to secure the platinum rings he sought. Tzak is glad to be back to the Rose, and to Esmerelda. The cat feigns indifference to the food at first, but ravenously consumes it moments later.
(Sounds like you have a few things to wrap up at the Catacombs and such, along with some final divisions of the loot. There were a number of potions - do they all have a home? Let me know when you’re ready to leave.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (51/51 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Thursday June 20th, 2019 12:49:26 AM
Kiwina assures Mak that his reaction has nothing to do with thinking the human somehow did not earn the amulet. The party recognizes Mak's cleverness and sacrifice in the bar fight.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Thursday June 20th, 2019 3:43:09 AM
Tsak sometimes ends up in the front lines and has taken his fair share of whacks, but has no objection to the way in which the spoils have been split up. He will take Cure Serious Wounds and Neutralise Poison potions from the Duke's reward and also snaffles a Cure Moderate Wounds potion from Aaroth's belongings.
He spends the day trying a new way to hold his cross-bow sideways whilst firing it from his hip. He noticed it being employed by some of the local toughs in the wharf area. It certainly looks intimidating, but is completely impractical in terms of hitting a target successfully. He gives up eventually and goes back to handling the weapon in the usual way.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Thursday June 20th, 2019 7:01:52 AM
Angus would like to have a potion on him as well, either for personal use if wounded or to administer to a fallen comrade.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | Thursday June 20th, 2019 7:23:41 AM
During the discussion of the rings and amulet Falco listens but clearly does not think he should be taking any of the items. If there is a chance he will speak briefly with Mak. "You can relax friend, we have seen your actions, no one doubts your value to the team. Those items will make you tougher to hit but staying at range gives us an advantage over those big guys up front. The less I have to pray to close their wounds the better we all are."
Once on the ship Falco will take one of the small locking chests below deck, if it is empty. His idea is to secure it so the Petals have a place to store valuable items.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Thursday June 20th, 2019 8:59:15 AM
Mak listened to Kiwina and Rolth both and nodded. Yes, the amulet would be fine, so he picked it up and promptly pressed it into Tsak's hand. "My friend, with your sword you are more likely to need this than I, old bean. I'll get the next one, what do you say?"
OOC: After looking at modes of attack and weapons being used as well as comparative AC's, it's clear that Tsak would benefit best with the amulet as even with that Mak's AC is better than his. If Mak ever starts being more of a front line fighter we'll revisit his AC requirements.
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Thursday June 20th, 2019 9:10:03 AM
Later when they gathered upon the Rose, Mak had a small leather case from which he withdrew a mandolin. He sat clumsily against the rail and started picking out sounds from it that while pleasing to Mak's ears made everyone else cringe in irritation. Clearly he didn't know what he was doing. There he sat plucking at random strings and fret combinations until the crew started to ready the ship for their departure. Once the crew started into action, Mak smiled at the instrument and returned it to it's case. Yes, yes, that was very satisfying, he thought to himself. Perhaps he'd have another go at the end of his watch.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Thursday June 20th, 2019 12:00:36 PM
Elyas spends some time pouring over his spellbook before the group leaves. He decides he would like ot try to pick up a few more scrolls before the group leaves, but waits until an agreement is made on what will be sold and how much money is available.
I have no need of any of the rings or amulet. the shield ring is interesting, but I can rely on a spell to do the same thing.
DM Mark - A Sunny Day Thursday June 20th, 2019 7:18:57 PM
Discussion continues aboard the Rose regarding dispensation of recent items.
The ship rocks gently in its moorings as Esmerrelda stretches out in the sun on the deck. A light breeze carries smells from a morning catch, accompanied from the bustle of the docks.
Angus (Scott) (31/31 HP|AC:18; T/F:14; CMD:19)|+1 Shortbow +8 (1d6+1/×3)|Rapier +7 (1d6+2/18-20)|Status: None Thursday June 20th, 2019 7:34:48 PM
Angus looks out over the railing, not really worried about what he may get. A healing potion, which he had only heard about in tales of adventure and the gold was already more than he had imagined.
Angus eagerly awaits what happens next...
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (40/40 HP | AC: 14; Touch: 11; CMD: 20) d20+6=7 ; Thursday June 20th, 2019 8:50:43 PM
Rolth takes a closer look at that weird foreign gold. Can he discern its provenance? "Can one of you appraise these strange coins?"
(Knowledge History re the coins = 7)
Rolth then springs ashore with a massive amount of loot to sell in the Catacombs, after casting Expeditious Retreat to hasten his movement. He expects to return in a jiffy with extra cash for all.
(OOC: Rolth has posted a ticket in the Catacombs for all the stuff that we obviously wanted to sell from the spreadsheet. We can revisit a few other things later, but this will get us some walking around money--about 300gp each--once it is done. If the DMs like, we can move on with the story and the Catacombs can catch up, since we won't be spending the money now anyway.)
Kiwina (Steve M) (61/61 HP | AC:15; Touch:11; Flat:13; CMD:18) | HeP: 3 | Status: None Friday June 21st, 2019 5:09:12 AM
Kiwina sees items he might find useful, but not that stand out as particularly right for him. As such, he feels others should have priority. He does pick out a couple of potions, and notices there are still some potions from previous adventures in the ship's stores if anyone wants to carry them now.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: NONE | AC 19 (T15/F15) 39/39 HP | +1 Longbow: +9 1d6+1 / x3 | Cold Iron Spear +5/8 1d6+1 | Oil Cure Mod 1/1 | Oil Cure Ser 1/1 | Channel 5/5 | d20+6=14 ; d20+1=20 ; Friday June 21st, 2019 7:16:35 AM
Falco also studies the coins to see if he can learn anything for Rolth. {Know History: 14 | Appraise: 20}
While the others work out what to do with what they have gained Falco decides its time to just have some fun. Much as Mak cannot play his instrument Falco cannot juggle. Still he tries for some time.
______________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 2nd- Cure Mod / Hold Person DC15 / Shield Other 1st- Bane / Magic Weapon / Shield of Faith 0- Detect Magic / Guidance / Light / Resistance
Mak (JamesM) (40/40 HP| AC 19/14T/15FF | CMD 21 | +1 Longbow(Str +3), +11 To Hit, 1d8+12 Damage Crit[20]x3 Rolls: Friday June 21st, 2019 9:07:25 AM
Mak's fingers were getting raw by the time he decided to stop "playing" since the calluses were on the wrong fingers. That hand held the bow, not the string and this instrument (designed by Asmodeus himself) required that hand to press against the strings. Mak sighed as he found a new appreciation for the performers he'd met in the past.
Falco's attempts to juggle seemed equally entertaining to Mak, though for obvious and different reasons. "I can juggle one ball, old bean." Mak offered helpfully with a smirk on his face as he pantomimed tossing a ball from one hand to the other. "Regretfully, I have no helpful tips on how to do that." Mak said with a laugh.
Elyas (Ben A.) (38/38 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | Light Crossbow +5( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: Friday June 21st, 2019 1:59:33 PM
Elyas makes a quick stop at the Catacombs for a scroll to add a bit more variety to his spell list, then returns to the ship. he checks in on the two young men that agreed to stay out of trouble and asks Ramsey about how they did while the group was ashore.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC15 (T13/F12) 19/36 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: None Friday June 21st, 2019 3:13:30 PM
Tsak takes the amulet offered by Mak with a slow smile. Thank you, friend The half-orc toys with the idea of somehow trying to attach the amulet to Esmerelda, as much to annoy her as to protect her. In the end he dismisses the thought and attaches it to his tunic.
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