Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None Sunday October 31st, 2021 6:41:49 PM
Kiwina helps move the mirrors to the hall, but asks if any of the spellcasters has a way to protect them for the longer trip to town. As he recalls, it to the town. As he recalls, it took about a day to get from town to the doors outside these halls. Barring that, it's back to doing what they can with ropes and blankets.
Once the mirrors are out of the room, it sounded as if Pholus believed the treasure would be safe to touch. Kiwina is willing to help with safeguards if the rest of the group wants to be sure, as suggested by their spellcasters
After that, well maybe being magical items will help the mirrors avoid incidental damage, as well.
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Sunday October 31st, 2021 7:45:45 PM
"I wish," Will responds to Kiwina. "I would be a transporting fool if I could transport things. Maybe it's something to look into." Wil helps where he can in relation to moving the mirrors. "You know, ape," he says to the summoned ape. "You could help too unless you don't think you can without smashing the mirrors. You are around for a little bit."
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Monday November 1st, 2021 12:12:36 AM
Son Imod helps carry the burden of the mirror. To the centaurs he says, "You 3 are welcome in my herd anytime as well. Though my herd is kind of small what with me being a foundling raised by my master. I think technically it is just him and me and well you and I guess the other Petals. Herds can grow quickly when one isn't looking."
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:28(AO)/24/16T/17FF|CMD 28| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Adman)|22/-/-/-/-|(WFin,Bls,IC,Hst,Flk,Chrg,PS, WFs)**|1d6 + 7(x Monday November 1st, 2021 9:19:13 AM
Mak smiled at the invitation the three taurs had to join their "herds", but couldn't miss the lack of diversity by omitting the non taurs in that. It didn't annoy him, he expected that the children of Domi would likely stick together and was glad they were patching up their differences at the least.
"WE NEED A WAGON." Mak emphasized once more. "Unless you people want to carry these all the way back to town. Elmer is probably weak with hunger if he's still alive, so he's not carrying these. So we'll need to get a wagon. Yep, that is what we need, a wagon. Can we get one of those in town? You know, a wagon?"
Mak took a sip from his cup and noted that it was just plain water as he'd already used it's magic once today. He put the thing away and pulled out a wine skin he'd specially prepared for the trip. After a drink or two he smiled as all was once again right in the world.
"So, three mirrors. Two people on each one and we haul them out of here. Once outside we put them in our wagon, you know, the one we need, and then head back to town. You'll need some oxen, mules, or whatever to haul that wagon though."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 2/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Monday November 1st, 2021 10:52:50 AM
"Yes, clearly a wagon as magical means are quite beyond us. There is little help for transportion that the warper-sar will offer so a good old tool. Now do we leave a guard with the mirrors an send a group to scout for a wagon? Maybe a pile of hay or some such as well to cushion the mirrors. Would there be a farm near by?"
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"I am honored to be called one of you herd." (DM Mark) MAP Monday November 1st, 2021 4:15:57 PM Rolth says he is honored to join the herds of Barbale and Timapius. He says Brygape was terrified and thought everyone dead, so he fled. Then he provides some background about what the Petals refer to as “the Deep,” adding that he has a message from the Purple Duke for the centaurs. Kiwina wonders if the mirrors can be magically transported and if the pile of treasure is actually safe to touch once the mirrors are out. Wil suggests that perhaps his ape could hlep carry the mirrors. (How long will this ape be around? It’s been a couple minutes.) Son Imod Mak clarifies several times that a wagon is needed to transport the mirrors, and asks if he can get a wagon in town. The centaurs think he probably can. He wonders what may have become of Elmer. (Your current DM lost track. Did you leave him outside this place when you went in? In what manner - was he tied up, was he hobbled? Just wondering.) Falco agrees that a wagon is in order, and wonders about some farms nearby. (You did pass some early on the trek.)
Barbale and Timapius will clarify that the invitation to join their herds was not limited to the taurs - it is open to all the Petals. They were merely noting that the three taurs in the party seem to represent the ideals all taurs should follow, and that no distrespect toward the non-taurs was intended.
Barbale and Timapius seem to jockey a bit over Rolths acceptance, but through some complicated interaction between the two Barbale seems to win out and she begins letting Rolth know what will actually be involved being part of her herd. It quickly become clear that joining her herd is not merely symbolic. Rolth will be expected to relocate to Centaur Island and BE part of her herd on a regular basis, accepting her authority over him.
Timapius replies to Son Imod with a smile, ”I was not aware that Minotaurs had herds, but perhaps I am uninformed. In anycase, I already lead a herd, so I fear I must respectfully decline joining yours.”
They seem to take this whole being a part of a herd pretty seriously, and you conclude the offer was not made lightly.
The Petals work to move the mirrors out of this room and into the hallway. Everyone there is terrified at the thought of having the ape help, so that idea is put to rest. They are heavy and their size makes them unwieldy, but they are not otherwise difficult to move. You find that though can be tilted on thier stands, they can also be locked in place making them a bit easier to deal with. They seem sturdy, but you assume the glass in them may be fragile though this has not been tested. Certainly a wagon would be the simplest means of transport.
Pholus listens carefully to everything that is said. He addresses a number of things:
”Brygape? Do not make excuses for him. When we were trapped, he could see us in the mirrors. He may have fled those jagged glass monstrosities you killed, but he knows were were not dead. The fact that he said we were dead and made no effort to bring help speaks to his loyalty. I will deal with his herd when I return.
“Factions on Centaur Isle? I don’t know what you encountred, but if you spoke with Pelonius and Hollyhocks, I am encouraged. Jockying amoungst the herds is to be expected, all the moreso with many of our leaders being away. I will settle with them when I return. As for transport, we would very much appreciate your assistance with getting back to Centaur Isle.
“The Deep? I have not heard of this and I am not aware of any threat to my people. If there is something we should do, please tell us.
“A message from the Purple Duke to the ceantaurs? You may give it to me - I would like to read it. As noted on the walls of this place, communication among the taurs has been lacking and is becoming our downfall. I believe that if we can get these mirrors to the leaders of each of the Isles, they will help with this.”
The map is not critical to keep current at this point, but I left the link in case there is a need.
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:28(AO)/24/16T/17FF|CMD 28| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Adman)|22/-/-/-/-|(WFin,Bls,IC,Hst,Flk,Chrg,PS, WFs)**|1d6 + 7(x Monday November 1st, 2021 4:28:31 PM
OOC: DM Highlight to display spoiler: {When we entered the dungeon it was near nightfall and Mak assumed (incorrectly) that they'd only venture in to see the entrance. So, he didn't prepare Elmer in any way for an extended absence. He would have left him loosely tethered in case predators came after him. Since we ended up staying inside for three, maybe four days, Mak hopes the horse wandered off to get water at least. Elmer still had all his tack on as well. Please note that Mak made multiple attempts to get outside to the horse but was vetoed each time. We got any druids with us? }
Mak was willing to help carry whatever was needed. As for the invitation to join the heard he didn't say anything as he fully intended to return to Ailsildur one day to claim his inheritance and send those heartseeded SOBs back to the lower planes where they came from. Changing his allegiance at this point was out, but he certainly appreciated the thought of becoming allies in the Wold.
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None Monday November 1st, 2021 8:14:25 PM "Did Brygape say they were dead? I thought he said lost. In any case, he was already wounded, and did not last long. Captain Kira would have to tell you what he said to her."
Kiwina asks if part of the group should stay here with the mirrors and recovering centaurs while the rest find a wagon or two. It would be a matter of a couple of days, and perhaps rest under a healer's care would help Pholus, Barbale, and Timapius. It's clear that he thinks he and Rolth would make the trip fastest, but only by hours.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | Monday November 1st, 2021 10:11:03 PM "Mak, I view you all as equal partners in this quest because I think that we taurs need the help of the noble races to return taurkind to that sanctified status as well. I'm sorry if I implied otherwise! I like the wagon idea, but suggest that we get the mirrors to the entrance to this complex before sending a few Petals to get one, perhaps from a nearby farm rather than all the way back in town. Pholus, I would propose to deliver the Duke's message to you once we are safely waiting for the wagon to return, rather than here and now, if you agree." Turning to the other centaurs, he bows and replies, "Forgive me, I am unfamiliar with centaur herd customs, and did not realize that it would be exclusive and binding. Alas, for now, my fate is tied to the Eight Petaled Rose and our quest. So please do not take my refusal of your honorable offer as anything other than my determination to meet my obligations and fulfill my duty to all taurkind."
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 12:35:35 AM
Son Imod says, "I was going to ask where we were going to get a wagon from, but Rolth you seem to have addressed that. Let's move the mirrors to the cave entrance / exit and then see to getting us a wagon to move them to their intended destination."
To Timaprius he says, "Well what else would you call a gathering of minotaurs? We are part bull after all as you are part horse and Wemics are part large cat. I could see a gathering of Wemics called a pride but your people and mine wouldn't we be both be herds per the common parlance? I don't think my usage was as formal as yours as I just meant it as a term for a grouping whereas yours seems to have some special significance. Forgive me if I have given offense as that was not my intention."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 4:42:09 AM A wagon you say Mak, that's a wheely good idea. Well done old son.
Tsak chuckles to himself at his hilarity. Now that the rescured taurs seem a little more steady on their feet he redirects his attention and helps with moving the mirrors.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 2/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 9:35:04 AM "I will stay with Pholus, Barbale, and Timapius. to provide what care I can while others get wagons."
Listen to Son Imod Falco titters to himself whispering. "What would a group of my kind be? A menagerie? A zoo? Oh, I know an Arc."
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"Maybe a clutch?" Wil responds to Falco. "I can stay if you rest want to get a wagon. Do we need to take the mirror parts? I thought we were just going to move it so we can collect the treasure." "One question about those stone golems. Do we want to confront them and make sure that is safe before we do anything else?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 12:06:58 PM we sill need ot move carefully to avoid the dangers in the other rooms as we leave this place. the golems should be able to be pacified with the chime, which will save us a lot of hassle in that room. we should move carefully through the coffin room and watch for more of those shadows. and we have to move the mirrors out through the doorway in an acid wall, how will we protect them from damage there?
i will volunteer to be one of the ones who stays here with these rescued nobles while others try to locate a cart or wagon. I will not be much help with that unless i have time to rest again.
Elyas does what he can to help transport the mirrors, but he would mostly be in the way with so many large and stronger members around.
"That's a wheely good idea. " (DM Mark) MAP Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 2:23:01 PM Mak stands ready to carry whatever is needed. Kiwina is a bit unsure exactly what was related about Brigape by Captain Kira, and suggests that Pholus check with the Captain to see what she knows. Rolth says he would prefer to wait to give Pholus the message the Purple Duke sent to him. He also respectfully says that he cannot join a centaur herd since his loyalty is to the Petals. Son Imod suggests moving the mirrors to the entrance of this place. He muses about the animal basis of the tauric races, suggesting that the groups of them are akin to their seeming animal counter parts (or at least that’s how it’s perceived.) Tsak makes a joke about the wagon. Timapius groans, as Barbale laughs and says, ”Do not PUNnish us so…” Falco offers to stay with the centaurs if the others go to get a wagon. In response to Son Imod, he wonders what he people might be collectively called. Wil offers a suggestion to Falco. He also offers to stay with the centaurs. Elyas also offers to stay, and wonders aloud how to deal with the threats of this place.
(For reference regarding Brygape, you can check the May 22 and 24, 2001 DM posts. But there is no expectation the PCs have exact recall.)
Barbale graciously accepts Rolth’s refusal to join her herd. ”I understand. In any event, know that you are welcome among the centaurs for your service to the Head Stallion and the Corral.”
Sense Motive DC 15:Highlight to display spoiler: {From the subtle flare of his nostrils and movement of his hooves, you can tell that Pholus is irritated that the Petals have a message for him that they will not give him yet, though he keeps his emotions in check. And you can tell that Barbale and Timapius are a bit surprised at this as well.}
Knowledge Nobility DC 10:Highlight to display spoiler: {Pholus is the leader of the centaurs. In human terms, this would be akin to a king or powerful local ruler. Kings are not used to being told they just need to wait. However, this particular king is in your debt just now.}
Even in his weakened state, Pholus is a regal presence. To Son Imod, Pholus says, “I think you misunderstand our use of the terms Corral and Herd. These terms may have similarities to those used to refer to animals, but they are quite different terms for us. These are political divisions, and how we organize Centaur Society. Indeed, for most taurus mention of our animal similarities is considered offensive. I have found this to be true for minotaurs as well, though liontaurs seem to be less touchy on this point. As for offense, none is taken Son Imod.
“As far as minotaur herds go, I suppose you could create one, but this would be a new thing for minotaurs and perhaps not well received. What do you call a group of minotaurs, you ask? I do not know. What do you call a group of humans or elves?” Pholus’ tone is respectful as he says these things, taking on the role of a tutor as centaurs often do.
Speaking of threats, how do you deal with the route to the entrance? Pholus will relate that as the stone golems had attacked, he puzzled out the clue and broke the metal sphere on the table. When he rang the chime that was inside, the golems immediately ceased their attacks and returned to their positions along the walls, but not before the Stallion Sebochus was slain.
There were no shadows in the room with the two sarcophagi. There they fought and defeated two mummified minotaurs that killed the Mare Agarime. They did not encounter any shadows. And then there is the matter of the acid rain in the first room.
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:28(AO)/24/16T/17FF|CMD 28| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Adman)|22/-/-/-/-|(WFin,Bls,IC,Hst,Flk,Chrg,PS, WFs)**|1d6 + 7(x d20+5=9 ; Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 3:03:33 PM
OOC: KS: Nobilty, Taking 10, Roll 18; Sense Motive +5, Roll 9, Fail.
Mak was surprised at how accommodating the King of Centaurs was being. It spoke well of his thoughts on the petals, but still Mak thought to add. "We should be out of here soon. I too long for the open air."
"We should get moving, We've some wheels to hire." Mak said indicating that purchasing a wagon wouldn't be ideal, but hiring a wagon and it's driver might suit them better.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=21 ; Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 5:05:49 PM
Rolth notices the subtle signs of the Chief Stallion's concealed displeasure at being made to wait on the message from the Duke, and offers with a bow, "On second thought, I should not further delay contact between the Purple Duke and your august self, given the importance of ties between all taurs. Allow me to present this message to you now." With that, he hands over the sealed message to Pholus.
That duty done, he turns to the planning. "I agree that the chime is the best means of bypassing the stone golems, who pose a great risk to our quest if fought head on. We did not encounter any additional shadows when we returned to the room where Agarime was slain, so hopefully that remains safe. Maybe we should check for the magic items that we detected on one of the chests that the summoned elemental later burst asunder. As for the acid, it was not too hard to avoid on the way in, and we can protect the mirrors with blankets and quickly wash them off as needed, I think. Of course, magic might help, if anyone has enough mojo left today. Pholus, is it the way of your people to try to recover the remains of your fallen comrades? If so, we can do our best to remove them from this place. Any other thoughts?"
(Sense Motive = 21 success to detect Pholus' irritation at being made to wait on the message.)
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 7:57:58 PM
Kiwina suggests this order of exit, then. * They will carry the mirrors to the next room, but not out of the hallway. * They will gather the treasure where the mirrors were. * Pholus will give someone (Kiwina would work) the chime to stop the golems, or could use it himself. That person would step into the rooms and sound the chime in order to stop the golems (and hastily retreat if it doesn't work), Someone would remain with the chime in case the golems reactivate while the remainder of the group shuttles the mirrors through that room. The group would also recover the body of Sebochus. * Recover the body of Agarime from that room on the way to the door leading to the acid room. Ferry the mirrors and Sebochus to that point as well. * Verify that the door can be opened. * Protect the mirrors with what they can find or conjure -- blankets or bedrolls if nothing else. The open the door and hurry past the acid. * Clear anything with acid off of the mirrors. See what time of day it is, and plan the remainder of the trip from there.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+4=5 ; Tuesday November 2nd, 2021 11:41:57 PM
To Pholus Son Imod says, "Well as I've stated I have been fairly secluded in my upbringing with my master. He too was a green mage and though he had to use his herbal healing abilities on occasion for the most part he kept to himself. I left because I had my dream of Imod and it has been a very interesting and informative journey so far. Perhaps if we are to sincerly close the gap between the respective Tauric races there will come a day where your Corralls and Herds are not only organized of Centaurs but of Minotaurs and Liontaurs as well? Wouldn't that be an interesting day?"
To Rolth Son Imod says, "Oh I've got plenty of magical energy left; the problem is most of it isn't really useful to what we are trying to do here."
The minotaur fails to notice the impatience regarding the message and has not studied nobility so he wouldn't know anything about that.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 5:12:36 AM
Tsak helps lug the mirrors thru the winding corridor to the door of the room where the killer stone statues await. He spends all that time trying to think of something else funny to say. Nothing comes to mind so he settles for grunts and groans as he carries the booty.
Esmerelda sights a strange cat and lets out a hiss as Tsak walks past with a mirror. The cat hisses back at her then disappears and she doesn't see it again.
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 10:48:21 AM
Elyas waits until the mirrors are out of the room and then attempts to collect the pile of treasure, knowing that if he somehow still gets stuck in the mirrors that his allies know how to deal with the magic now.
once that is done, he will be keeping an eye out for any lare things that could be used to block or divert the acid flow. a lid to one of the coffins might work, or a door if any of them were made of wood. he has a spell that can lift and hold something of up to 225 pounds to protect the mirrors as they are passed through the opening.
there is still something maical inside of the sarcophagus in the shadow room, but i d not know it is worth the risk of more shadows tot ry to recover it. what do you all think?
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+4=17 ; Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 12:55:48 PM
"Do you think we should rest and get all our options available?" Wil helps with the mirror where he can. He is eager to see what is exactly in the pile of goods in the center of the room. He is excited to approach the stone golems, wishes he could fight them and win. "Eager is a little minimal," he says aloud, his tone deeper and unlike his normal voice. "You are very excited. Too much." "Well, yeah, but they don't need to know all that. My private thoughts!" Wil countered.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 2/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 1:32:04 PM
Falco agrees with Kiwina's plan and volenteers to be the chime bearer if needed, he is nimble and little at least if there is a problem. Beyond that he is little help with mirrors physically so he is careful to stay ahead at each turn and give helpful instructions.
"Pivot. Pivot. Pivot. Pivot.!"
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"Pivot. Pivot. Pivot. Pivot!" (DM Mark) MAP Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 7:41:09 PM Mak says that he looks forward to being out of this place, and plans to secure a wagon once the whole group is safely out. Rolth differentially hands over the Purple Duke’s message to Pholus. He has some thoughts about the rooms, and asks about how to treat the dead centaurs. Kiwina suggests several matters to address regarding the rooms, the bodies and the way out. Son Imod suggests that perhaps one day all taurs will be part of centaur herds. Tsak helps carry mirrors. Elyas moves back into the room once the three mirrors are out to gather the pile treasure. He reminds others, as Rolth and Kiwina did, that there may be magic items still in the room where the shadows were. Wil seems a bit eager to battle the stone golems. Falco provides what help he can, offering to handle the golem chime.
Elyas survives collecting the treasure. It contains 5,000 gold pieces imprinted with Domi’s holy symbol (no added value though), 5,000 gp value in gems, and a very large bottle of Blue Wine.
Knowledge Local or Knowledge Religion DC 12, taurs add +5 to their roll: Highlight to display spoiler: {In tauric societies, tauric Purple wine is considered a very precious resource -- the only thing more valuable than that is the mystical Blue wine that is used for religious purposes only. It is an immediate death sentence to be caught dealing illegally in the making, trading, buying, selling or possession of Blue wine that one hasn't gotten permission from the religious sects for.}
”Thank you Rolth.” Pholus reads the missive from the Duke. ”Hmm. Increasing trade. Excellent. This is also a good sign as it will require more cooperation. He says he’s made a similar proposal to the Chief on Liontaur Isle. Good.”
“As for the dead, we would prefer the bodies be properly dealt with. Given where we are, it would be appropriate to burn them. Perhaps we can do than when we are outside.”
The Petals move the mirrors. Kiwina moves into the Dome of the Liontaurs with its liontaur statues and it’s ceiling tiled with scenes of liontaurs frolicking, fighting hellhounds, and resting in their traditional homes. Five of the liontaur statues come to life and Kiwina rings the chime, sending them back against the walls. Then the others move in. Once again the stone golems seem to move, and once again Kiwina calms them by ringing the chime. It seems that each time someone moves in the golems come to life. However, with the chime, the group makes it through the Dome of the Liontaurs carrying the heavy mirrors.
They move to the room where the Shadows were, recovering the bodies of Sebochus and Agarime along the way. They verify that the doors here can all be opened, though they tend to slowly close again if left on their own. Opening the door to the acid room, an acrid stench hits them as before and death rains down the walls, including the doorways in and out.
But I got a little ahead of things.
In the room with the two two large stone sarcophagi, where the dead mummies lay, it is the southernmost one that radiates two point sources of magic, though it looks to be empty. Who and how do you investigate this?
The map is still there for your use.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+11=18 ; Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 9:17:05 PM
(OOC: I must be tired IRL this week. Of course the message was from the Council of Clans, not the Purple Duke, as noted in Rolth's Oct 30th post. That one was our previous quest. Sorry about that Sigh.)
Rolth shakes his head one more time, and his eyes uncross completely. "Sorry Pholus, my brains must still have been sloshing around from that blow to the head, but I think I'm better now. This missive is from the liontaur Council of Clans, although as you say, a similar arrangement was proposed by the Purple Duke to the liontaurs. I agree with you that it is a good sign indeed!"
Upon re-encountering the magic auras in the sarcophagi, Rolth recalls that Elyas had learned much about it, namely that the strong one has enchantment, necromancy, evocation, and transmutation. One moderate one emanates transmutation, and the other emanates enchantment. It might be worth checking if anything has changed, especially since the number of auras appears to have gone from three to two...
Regarding the blue wine, Rolths highlights its religious significance to taurs, and the death sentence associated with messing with it without proper permission. "Fellas, maybe we should be careful with that wine, until we can see what the proper religious authorities thing might be right to do with it. I'm still pretty new to the whole shaman thing and might be better of checking with more experienced folks first."
(Knowledge local = 18, success)
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None d20+10=25 ; Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 9:20:23 PM
(know local = 25)
"I wonder. If that wine came to us from Domi, surely we can consider it permissible. But how would we explain that to authorities, and for what purpose would we use it? Rolth,do you have any idea?"
When it comes to investigating the sarcophogi, Kiwina is willing to help but looks to the spellcasters for direction on how to do so.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Thursday November 4th, 2021 1:03:15 AM
Son Imod says to Pholus and Rolth, "It sounds like your people will be cooperating more as Imod intended through trade. Any word on increased trade with the Minotaurs?"
When it comes ot searching for the items Son Imod asks for a general area of where the auras are coming from and then goes over it with a fine tooth comb.
(Perception - take 20 = 37)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Thursday November 4th, 2021 5:12:21 AM
Tsak stays with the mirrors as the group slowly makes its way out of the subterranean complex.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 2/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L d20+8=20 ; Thursday November 4th, 2021 10:05:59 AM "That posession is punishable is disturbing but, I would think, Pholus would have the authority to cover us traveling with it until we get to the proper taurs."
In the room with the mummies Falco is intrested and moves to look at what the auras are coming from, when everyone is near by.
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Freedom of Movement (2/2) / Restoration 3rd - Dispel Magic (1/2) / Stone Shape (2/2) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (5/5) / Cure Moderate 1st- Bless (2/3) / Divine Favor / Hide from Undead (2/2) C - Create Water / Detect Magic / Light / Mending
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Thursday November 4th, 2021 11:34:19 AM
“I’m disappointed,” Wil said as they were able to pass through the stone golem room but he didn’t leave without an immature gesture. “Hey,” he said abruptly. “They deserved more then that Cicero. They are lucky this party didn’t get a second shot at them. Regarding the multiple bodies, Wil advises the group that he is willing to lead the burial and ceremonies for the dead, with respect to how Gargul would want them prepared along with taking input on the Taur practices. Prior to the preparations, he prays first to Wardd then to Gargul for guidance in the hope to avoid any disrespect or jealousy between gods.
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Thursday November 4th, 2021 11:34:23 AM
“I’m disappointed,” Wil said as they were able to pass through the stone golem room but he didn’t leave without an immature gesture. “Hey,” he said abruptly. “They deserved more then that Cicero. They are lucky this party didn’t get a second shot at them. Regarding the multiple bodies, Wil advises the group that he is willing to lead the burial and ceremonies for the dead, with respect to how Gargul would want them prepared along with taking input on the Taur practices. Prior to the preparations, he prays first to Wardd then to Gargul for guidance in the hope to avoid any disrespect or jealousy between gods.
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor d20+11=28 ; Thursday November 4th, 2021 3:38:14 PM
Elyas gets some help getting all of the gold into the bag of holding, along with the wine. he also is aware fo the religious rules around the wine Well, hopefully if we bring it right to the priests they will not be overly angry at us. we are not dealing in the wine, or trying to make a profit, just returning it to the correct place.
Elyas walks with the others and again checks the auras in the sarcophagus as rolth suggests.
if i remember ight, we found a mechanism to open a false bottom on this thing, but decided to leave it while we explored the rest of the place. should we attempt to open it now?
"Should we attempt to open it now?" (DM Mark) MAP Thursday November 4th, 2021 11:33:14 PM Rolth corrects himself on the message for the centaurs. He also suggests not drinking the wine until getting permission from a Taur religious leader. Kiwina thinks that if the wine came from Domi that would count as a religious leader. Son Imod notes the missive discusses trade between the liontaurs and centaurs, but what about the minotaurs? He takes his time searching the sarcophagus and he can tell there is a carefully placed false bottom to the sarcophagus where he is told the magical auras were. Tsak stays with the mirrors. Falco thinks that Pholus would have the authority to decide if the wine is ok to be consumed. Wil offers to oversee the burial of the dead centaurs according to Gargul’s strictures, with input from the centaurs. Elyas helps put the gold, gems and wine in a bag of holding, hoping the priests will not be angry if they are given the wine. He checks the sarcophagus to see if the magics he saw before are still there, and they are.
As the heroes ponder the sarcophagus with it’s magical auras, Pholus responds to a couple of matters.
”Thank you Wil, but our custom in a far away place is to burn centaur bodies, not bury them.”
“As for the wine, Kiwina has the right of it. Domi has placed a bottle of sacred blue wine here. We shall share in it when we are quit of this place to celebrate.”
(Not really sure who is where, but I can infer that if needed.)
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Friday November 5th, 2021 12:48:28 AM
Son Imod says, "I can show you where the false bottom is but if we have someone in the party with knowledge of how mechanical things work they'd probably be better suited to opening it and retrieving whatever is in there radiating magic."
He will point this out to whoever is going to open the compartment.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | Friday November 5th, 2021 6:27:05 AM
Rolth will position himself in the hallway to protect Pholus and the other centaurs if a threat emerges from the sarcophagus. When Son Imod mentions having someone with mechanical skills, Rolth chimes in, "Hey Wil, did you learn anything during your time on the streets that might be useful in opening the false bottom?"
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Friday November 5th, 2021 6:48:33 AM
Tsak is getting quite good at sneaking around, ollowing tracks and setting traps, but complicated mechanical devices are beyond him. He continues to stay with the mirrors.
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+13=29 ; d20+12=26 ; Friday November 5th, 2021 7:57:03 AM
“I like to think I’m very good at this but if you don’t practice you lose it. Let me try to free that up.” Wil attempts to free that up. Disable Trap: 29 or Device: 26 “Regarding the burials, we can set up a pyre. Here or at home? We would have to have a wagon big enough to move the bodies”
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:28(AO)/24/16T/17FF|CMD 28| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Adman)|22/-/-/-/-|(WFin,Bls,IC,Hst,Flk,Chrg,PS, WFs)**|1d6 + 7(x Friday November 5th, 2021 10:16:37 AM
Mak prepared himself in case anything jumped out...
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None Friday November 5th, 2021 12:00:29 PM
Longspear in hand, Kiwina positions himself to be able attack if something comes at Wil from the sarcophagus. If there is room, he is on the opposite side from Wil.
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Friday November 5th, 2021 12:15:42 PM Everyone move into the hallway while he opens this. Will, if something pops up and attacks us, grab what you can and I will teleport the two of us out of here, into the hall with the rest of the team.
Elyas stands behind will, ready to grab him and dimensional step them both out of danger.
"Everyone move into the hallway while he opens this." (DM Mark) MAP Friday November 5th, 2021 5:41:34 PM Son Imod points out where the false bottom is in the sarcophagus. Rolth moves into the hallway with the other centaurs. Tsak is in the hallway too, keeping an eye on the mirrors. Wil asks about setting up a funeral pyre once everyone is out. Follwing Son Imod’s direction, he prepares to open the false bottom. But before he does so, he checks for traps. Finding one, he attempts to disable it. Mak stands ready. Kiwina stays near Wil to guard him. Elyas recommends everyone move to the hallway for safety.
With only Son Imod and Kiwina by his side, Wil deals with the sarcophagus. He is wise to check it for traps, and skillful at disabling it. With an audible click, Wil is able to prevent some sort of trap. He’s not entirely sure what, but he does see a few small holes in the base of the sarcophagus as he pulls up the false bottom. Who knows what might have come out of them?
(I’ve mentioned this before, but for reference you have to affirmatively say you are checking for traps. Most perception checks are reactive to what you see. Actually checking for traps requires calling that action out.)
Laying in the bottom of the sarcophagus you see two things:
+ A thick metal rod with a flanged ball at one end and six stud-like buttons along its length. This is the source of the enchantment, necromancy, evocation, and transmutation auras. + An ironwood staff with a fist-sized emerald that seems to have some dark, smoldering power within it. This has an aura of transmutation.
If checked, the sarcophagus still detects as magic with an aura of enchantment.
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Friday November 5th, 2021 7:43:42 PM
(Ooc… will try to remember) Wil talks excessively as he works through the trap. When he disables the trap and pulls open the bottom he smiles widely. “This is great. I haven’t done this since I was taking up residence on First St in Dirt City. I had this great box, with the white cat I called Lucky. I busted into a Dart Safe house… have I told you…” He continued to talk on as he carefully pulled the contents from the bottom and placed them on the floor. “This staff is certainly interesting… I wonder it is?”
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 2/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L d20+10=24 ; d20+9=26 ; Friday November 5th, 2021 8:27:12 PM
Falco quickly clarifies. "The permission to transport I said, not consume. I assume you have some sort of licensing for both but transporting would be a lower bar." as a reply comes he pauses "Oh, well neverminded."
Once open he rushes in from the hall, curiosity getting the better of him, and looks at what he missed. Seeing the sarcophagus still glows with magic he holds his detect magic to zero in and tries to work out what is going on. {Know Arcane: 24 | Spellcraft: 26}
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Freedom of Movement (2/2) / Restoration 3rd - Dispel Magic (1/2) / Stone Shape (2/2) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (5/5) / Cure Moderate 1st- Bless (2/3) / Divine Favor / Hide from Undead (2/2) C - Create Water / Detect Magic / Light / Mending
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Saturday November 6th, 2021 12:49:19 AM
Well nothing blew up or had a monster come flying out of it. Might be a first for this dungeon. Well done Wil, thanks for not exploding us all mate.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+6=8 ; d20+5=15 ; Saturday November 6th, 2021 12:41:22 PM
When no threat emerges, Rolth joins Falco in exploring this last magic aura, trying to assist his effort to understand it. He figures that identifying the two other items can wait until we camp out.
(KS Arcana = 8, fail Spellcraft = 15, success to aid Falco)
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None Sunday November 7th, 2021 11:14:36 PM
Kiwina keeps watching out for threats.while the group investigates what they've found.
Assuming no surprises occur, when the time comes, he helps move the mirrors the rest of the way.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Monday November 8th, 2021 1:20:04 AM
Son Imod looks at Falco investigating the sarcophagus further and asks, "Do you think the Sarcophogus itself might be magic?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor d20+15=33 ; Monday November 8th, 2021 2:49:27 PM
Elyas pats Wil on the back
Well done! these look quite interesting With some effort Elyas holds off on trying to spend the time studying the items now, and will work on identifying them once we are all out of danger.
He does however, check out the Sarcophagus now that the trap is disabled and they presumably can safely touch and investigate it closely to figure out what other spells are at work here...
Spellcraft = 33
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:28(AO)/24/16T/17FF|CMD 28| Rapier,+1(Agile,,Adman)|22/-/-/-/-|(WFin,Bls,IC,Hst,Flk,Chrg,PS, WFs)**|1d6 + 7(x Monday November 8th, 2021 5:05:07 PM
Mak stood by looking helpful with his weapon ready in case something untoward happened.
"Well done Wil, thanks for not exploding us all mate." (DM Mark) MAP d20=7 ; Monday November 8th, 2021 7:06:36 PM Wil is excited that he can still disable a trap, and he’s curious about the staff. He removes the two items and places them on the floor. Falco rushes in and tries to discern any magical properties associated with the sarcophagus. He has to actually touch the sarcophagus, and he can tell there is magic associated with this that would have caused a confusion effect in the area. This would have been an annoyance now, but could have been devastating during the battle with the shadows. Tsak congratulates Wil in defusing the thing. Rolth helps Falco. Kiwina waits and moves the mirrors as needed. Son Imod talks to Falco and confirms that the sarcophagus does indeed detect as magic. Elyas is glad to know what Falco found out. He determines to check the two items later. Mak looks helpful. Well, and he is pretty helpful in general. But he also looks the part.
The petals gather up the rod and the staff. They work together to get the mirrors down to the room with the acid. As they open the door to this room, the acrid scent almost takes their breath away and they hear the wailing as before. They see the stone faces on the walls are weeping acid, causing a spray within 5 feet of the walls.
This seems odd to Son Imod, since when he came through the place smelled the same, but the walls did not weep acid or wail.
The centaurs seem to be looking to the Petals for how they want to handle this. Sense Motive DC 20: Highlight to display spoiler: {The centaurs, including Pholus, seem to be watching the Petals to see their decision making process and how they handle obstacles. You don’t sense an arrogance in this, but more a respect and deference to the Petals situational authority in this place.}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=27 ; d20+14=16 ; Monday November 8th, 2021 8:30:19 PM
Rolth notes that Pholus and his crew seem to be waiting for the Petals to take the lead, so he steps up and offers, "I will counter the wailing again, in case it once again causes those among us to despair. And I think the acid is not so bad that we can't brave it for a quick dash. Any one of us healers can quickly mend the slight damage to our bodies. The question really seems to be how best to protect the mirrors. I would gladly sacrifice my large bedroll, and also have a large santa suit if we want to double wrap one. Do others have spells or abilities to allow us to pass unscathed?
(Countersong = 27, replaces Will saves vs the wailing when we move out) (Sense Motive = 16, fail)
Effect Tracking: Light (from Elyas) Toros Taur Try (liontaur) 8m left Bardic Performance 4/12 rounds used (active) Rage 5/19 rounds used (inactive) Channel Energy 0/5 used Calming Touch 4/5 used Spell Slots: Stabilize 0/1 used Bless 0/1 used Lesser Restoration 0/1 used 1st level 2/4 used 2nd level 0/2 used
Wil (BatMark subbing for Matt S) Monday November 8th, 2021 8:41:38 PM "What's that Cicero? Madness, madness I say. Humph, I choose luck instead, by Wardd. Hey guys, Cicero wanted me to give you a touch of madness, but I'm betting that you'd prefer a touch of luck instead." He counts the fingers on one hand, gets to seven and starts over, eventually concluding that he can give a touch of luck to himself and four others, one round at a time, just before they run through the acid. (Those so blessed by Wardd can reroll a d20 roll in the following round.)
He will also cast resistance orison (+1) on any character who doesn't already have a resistance bonus to saves. "Resistance is futile! What, wait, no, that's not right"
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None Monday November 8th, 2021 11:30:57 PM "I, too, can offer a bedroll to protect the mirrors."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Tuesday November 9th, 2021 2:11:51 AM I'll have a job of it just getting Esmerelda across. I can come back and help with a mirror once thats done. I wonder if its worth ringing that bell/chime thing again to see if it shuts this lot up? he says indicating the horrible noise emanating from the room.
Tsak is willing to cross the room a few times trusting to his hardiness and the available healers.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d3=3 ; d3=3 ; d3=1 ; Tuesday November 9th, 2021 2:29:40 AM
Son Imod thought he had a plan but then he remembered that summon spells only last for 1 round per level not 10 rounds per level.
Instead he takes a look at what he has in his pack and sees the only thing that might help protect a mirror is his bedroll so he sets himself to the task of using it to help protect one of the mirrors.
If any of the mirrors is unprotected or if one is least protected he casts bear's endurance on himself right before they go and uses his bulk to shield that mirror from the acid opting to take the damage instead.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 2/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Tuesday November 9th, 2021 9:42:30 AM
Falco considers the mirrors. As they are magic they are probably sturdy but best to be careful. Not thinking it will help Falco cast Hide from Undead on himself and looks at the others. "I can cast freedom of movement on two of you, not sure if it will help with anything." He shrugs pretty sure it will not but he has no other idea to be of use.
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Freedom of Movement (2/2) / Restoration 3rd - Dispel Magic (1/2) / Stone Shape (2/2) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (5/5) / Cure Moderate 1st- Bless (2/3) / Divine Favor / Hide from Undead (1/2) C - Create Water / Detect Magic / Light / Mending
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:24/16T/19FF|CMD 28|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|13/-/-/-(RS)/-|(WFs,WS,WT,PBS,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+15(x3) Tuesday November 9th, 2021 10:03:39 AM
Mak's bedroll was outside, but he removed his cloak and used his scabbard belt to secure it around one of the mirrors.
"Taking these through the room we will undoubtedly get sprayed. Just move slowly and steadily to the exit."
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Tuesday November 9th, 2021 12:51:06 PM
Elyas looks to see if the top from one of the coffins can be removed, and if it is light enough that some of the strong party members could get it to the acid room door.
if we can get one of these over tot he door, I can magically hold it in place at the top of the doorframe to keep the acid from dripping down as people pass under with the mirrors. someone will need ot help me get it over to the door though...
Free At Last - (DM Mark) MAP d6=2 ; d20=16 ; d6=3 ; Tuesday November 9th, 2021 7:50:48 PM
(Sorry for the abreviated post - rough day.)
The Petals work together. You do a great job mitigating the effects of this room with the falling acid.
Rolth is able to negate the despair effects of the waling in this room with his countersong.
There is a DC 13 Reflex save to avoid taking damage moving throuh the acid - failure causes 5 points of damage as you move through. This can easily be remidied with a channeled engergy burst once you are out.
You took steps to protect the mirrors and now three bed rolls are damamge. They’re serviciable for now, but will need to be replaced which is a very minor issue.
You now make it out. Ahhh. Fresh air! You’ve kind of lost track of time a bit, and find that it’s late morning when you get out. The skies are overcast and it’s a bit chilly, but no rain. And even if there were, the initial hallway could provide some shelter, though that constant wailing would make rest difficult.
The centaurs seem relieved to be out as well and quickly set about gathering wood for a funeral pyre. All are still in a weakened state, but Pholus is clearly the worst off. You think they may get better with food, rest and time.
Elmer is nowhere to be seen.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Tuesday November 9th, 2021 9:04:32 PM Oh no, our fresh steak, er I mean your horse has escaped. exclaims Tsak. He sets Esmerelda down, casts his talk to animals spell and explains to his cat that he wants to find Mak's horse. The pair then set iff to look for a trail leading to a skinny knock-kneed horse.
(OOC just looked up my spells and I dont have talk to animals equipped so please ignore that.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | Tuesday November 9th, 2021 10:13:19 PM
Rolth looks around for the horse, but guesses that wolves probably got it. "I guess it's Elmer Fude now..." As the centaurs begin to gather wood, he bids them rest while he and some of the others take care of it. "If you will keep an eye out for trouble, we can do the hard work. It is important to your people that you return, and to all taurs that your leadership remain available to guide us all. Regain your strength, and we will prepare to honor the fallen, in Domi's name." He further suggests that a couple of Petals go find the nearest village (and maybe the lost horse) while the rest stay here to build the pyre, examine the magic items, and protect the centaurs.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | Tuesday November 9th, 2021 10:15:03 PM
The point of the village being to hire a wagon, of course...
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None d20+20=24 ; Tuesday November 9th, 2021 10:33:54 PM
(Survival = 24 to track Elmer)
Kiwina and Rolth can travel faster than the others, but stops short of suggesting that they go retrieve a wagon right away. It might be nice to have Elmer to pull the wagon. So he starts looking for some sign of Elmer. And if they can't find Mak's horse, they'll just have to hire one with the wagon.
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d6=3 ; d6=1 ; d6=1 ; d6=2 ; d6=6 ; Wednesday November 10th, 2021 1:15:20 AM
“Allow me to do most of the work on the pyre and the customs,” Wil says as he casts channel energy when they get out. Energy: +11 “I believe Gargul will guide my hands.”
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+17=25 ; d20+19=34 ; d20+5=11 ; d20+3=23 ; Wednesday November 10th, 2021 2:42:42 AM
Son Imod casts Guidance and then starts looking for signs of Elmer the horse.
Perception: 25 Survival: 34
He sets Yvins his plant companion with scent to also try to find signs of the horse.
Yvins: Perception: 11 Survival 23 - can track by scent
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:24/16T/19FF|CMD 28|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|13/-/-/-(RS)/-|(WFs,WS,WT,PBS,DA,RS,MS)**|1d8+15(x3) d20+4=6 ; Wednesday November 10th, 2021 9:42:17 AM
Mak threw down his cloak and drew his bow out of his magic pack. To Tsak he said. "Let's find Elmer and if we happen upon a farmer we'll see if we can hire out his wagon and a team of horses."
OOC: Survival +4, Aid Another DC 10, Roll 6. Fail.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L d20+14=32 ; d20+13=25 ; d20+3=17 ; 4d6=10 ; Wednesday November 10th, 2021 10:45:16 AM
As they exit Falco burns a channel to top of any that are injured. {Channel 10}
Looking for the horse seems the best idea as the others are better at gathering wood. "I will check this way, listen for a whistle if I see it."
With that he slips off into the woods hoping to sneaking about to look for the horse, going the opposite of others looking.
{Stealth: 32 | Perception: 25 | Survival: 17}
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Freedom of Movement (2/2) / Restoration 3rd - Dispel Magic (1/2) / Stone Shape (2/2) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (5/5) / Cure Moderate 1st- Bless (2/3) / Divine Favor / Hide from Undead (1/2) C - Create Water / Detect Magic / Light / Mending
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor d20+8=14 ; Wednesday November 10th, 2021 2:40:22 PM
Elyas is not much of a tracker, and does not relish the idea of wandering off in another direction looking for the poor horse.
he can fly, however
Elyas casts fly on himself and floats up into the air, looking around for any sign of Elmer. perception = 14
Active effects: Mage Armor (9 hours) Fly(9 minutes)
"Oh no, our fresh steak, er I mean your horse has escaped." - (DM Mark) MAP d4=3 ; Wednesday November 10th, 2021 8:03:02 PM Rolth sees the centairs laboring to gather wood and offers to handle this instead. Wilchannels energy to heal everyone injured by the acid. Then he sets to work helping gather wood. Tsak and Esmerelda head out to look for Elmer the horse. (You killed me with that “steak” comment.) Kiwina helps in the search, his eye noticing some horse and mountain lion tracks as he goes. Son Imod moves with Kiwina and also sees these things. He sets his plant companion on the trail as well. Mak joins in the search, following along those that seem to be on a trail. Falco looks to heal any that need it, and also helps with the search for the missing horse. Elyas takes to the air to look for the errant horse.
The Petals notice that the large metal doors that led into the hillside slowly close with an audible click. The centaurs do not seem bothered by this.
Even in their weakend state, Barbale and Timapius continue to help gather wood for the funeral pyre. But they both bowbeat Pholus into resting. All three thank the Petals for helping in this as well.
Most of the group goes in search of Elmer, looking and occasionally calling as they go. After a couple of hours, they see some vultures on the ground in the distance. The Petals shoo them away, fearing the worst. But it’s not a horse they were eating. It’s a small mountain lion.
Heal DC 12:Highlight to display spoiler: {Examining the thing, you can see that it’s been dead for maybe for a few days. Looks like it was hit in the head by a blunt object, probably breaking it’s neck.}
Maybe an hour later, the search leads to a small copse of trees. Hearing Mak’s call, Elmer trots out happily, snorting as he comes. You can see that Elmer trots with a limp. He walks up to Mak, almost knocking him over as he pressed his nose into Mak’s shoulder. The horse looks well fed. But you quickly notice some deep claw marks on his hind quarters.
Handle Animal or Heal DC 15:Highlight to display spoiler: {Yikes. This wound is a few days old. Those claw marks are not healing well. They’ve become infected and are very painful.}
No farm was seen on the search, but Elyas did note a whip of smoke in the distance.
You return about the time the others have gathered enough wood. With everyone’s help, the two dead centaurs are laid carefully on the wood. Pholus asks for the bottle of blue wine to toast these dead and to toast the Petals rescue of the three. He asks if Wil or Falco, or anyone else for that matter, would like to say some words.
Sense Motive DC 17:Highlight to display spoiler: {The Centaurs clearly have some concerns about Wil and are unsettled by his constant talking to no one. But they are courteous and defer to the Petals.}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=26 ; Wednesday November 10th, 2021 8:39:27 PM
Sensing the discomfort with Wil's oddity, and knowing that they revere Domi, Rolth steps forward to say some words, harkening back to the classical poet, Pindar, "As we seek to make one Great Herd, I will speak on their behalf to Domi, the inspiration of our Courage. For surely they showed magnificent courage in taking up this quest, and meeting the test, at mortal cost. Let me see if my words can be their equal."
That we all differ is natural, and each taur is imbued with his own singular life and livelihood— but none persists in a wholly happy state, separate as we are by our riven history. … There’s no taur I can name whom Fate … has given good, and only good, when we exist in such a state.
Fallen comrades, Fate has granted you your day of felicity in due proportion, and as you possess the fearlessness of true success, it has not harmed your memory, we, your guests and friends in this moment of contemplation, would help the taurs you love, deflect the darkness, and send over our heads, like water streaming down, songs of true praise: for the good are requited, and merit renown.
"May Domi receive you by his side, to take you into his light, and continue to be a shining example for those of us left to carry on in your absence."
(Sense motive = 26)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Wednesday November 10th, 2021 11:06:42 PM
After the last rites and attendant speechifying Tsak sets to making a campfire and scrounges among the group for anything that can be added to a stew.
Once everyone is fed he'll help Mak in any way he cam with Elmer. Tsak has a first aid kit and will try as best he can to dress the wounds, perhaps after anyone else can heal them?
At night he'll take his normal watch.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+2=8 ; d20+4=19 ; d8+7=13 ; Thursday November 11th, 2021 2:38:46 AM
Son Imod attempts to use Wild Empathy on the horse but it doesn't go very well (8)
Heal: 19
Son Imod does see the wound on the horse and uses his single prepared herbal healing item on the animal curing it of 13 points of damage.
He says, "If we need to free it of infection I will prepare and cast remove disease tomorrow. Unless someone else already has it prepared and can do so today."
He partakes of the wine in honor of the fallen Centaurs and after Rolth speaks he adds
"I too follow Imod. Imod charged me with the task of working to help us taurs set aside our differences. Whether we be Minotaur, Liontaur or Centaur we all live, bleed and die the same. I think that merely having some centaurs, a liontaur and a minotaur come together to honor the lives of some centaurs is a good step towards the direction that Imod would like for his children. May we always remember their sacrifice, honor them for the life they lived and build upon what was started in this quest towards the goal of reuniting Imod's chidren for a better tomorrow."
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: None Thursday November 11th, 2021 7:09:13 AM
Where he grew up, folks are usually buried at sea with words encouraging spirits of good character to stay and help their families. Kiwina is unsure of the protocols here, assuming the fire prevents their return in forms like those the Petals fought on the other side of the doors here.
"It is said that although distant, centaurs -- and indeed all taurs -- are a family. The loss of my cousins diminishes me. May we meet again in a way that lets us honor each other and the things we hold dear."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Thursday November 11th, 2021 9:21:59 AM
After Rolth speaks Falco simply gives a silent prayer. He does not want to disturbed the taur with talk of the Warper-sar as they seem more traditional.
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Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Thursday November 11th, 2021 1:50:46 PM
Elyas does not follow any particular deity closel, though the others' faith in Domi has certainly gotten them through some hard times. he bows his head respectfully as the other speak their prayers, but he does not add any words.
Once things are finished he lets them know that while he was up in the air he spotted some smoke, but it was pretty distant. he can at least point out the correct direction.
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Thursday November 11th, 2021 2:05:02 PM
Wil steps out of the way, he was never a good speaker... loyal to Gargul but not a speaker. He wonders to himself, of course, it was in an audible whisper if his father would appreciate the fact that he moved from Gargul. The guy was a tough nut and a strict follower of Gargul... too bad the cleric of the Dart family died years ago. "He did!" Wil shouted before quickly zipping up... "A very nice ceremony," Wil says after a moment. "I'm sure Gargul will be pleased with it." "Hey, the horse is back!"
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+4=19 ; d20+10=16 ; Thursday November 11th, 2021 2:13:23 PM
"On second thought," Wil adds (Sense Motive: 19), "they seem concerned over your constant yabbering..." "I'm aware of that," Wil said to himself. "You are not helping that situation." "Convince them your not crazy?" "How am I going to do that?" With no response, Wil returned to the group. "Apologize for my unconventional effects. I have a few marbles rolling around inside but I'm 100% lucid. What do we want to do with the horse and what is next?"
"May we always remember their sacrifice." - (DM Mark) MAP Thursday November 11th, 2021 8:58:09 PM Rolth steps up to provide eloquent words of comfort. Son Imod shares some words about the unity of the Taurs. He provides some healing for Elmer. Kiwina likewise adds his thoughts to the ceremony. Falco adds a silent prayer for the fallen. Tsak listens to the others. He prepares a campfire and makes a nice stew. Elyas listens respectfully. He later mentions the smoke he saw in the distance. Wil talks to no one. He assures the centaurs that he has a few loose marbles, but that he’s perfectly sane. Totally lucid. No need to worry about us.
Pholus, Barbale and Timapius also speak of the fallen centaurs. You learn that the mare Agarime and the stallion Sebochus were two Herd Leaders and part of the ruling Corral. You learn about their families and their bravery. You learn that Sebochus was an artist, making intricate carvings. Agarime was an accomplished bowyer and fletcher, and worked with Sebochus decorating some of the weapons she made. They were valued members of the community on Centaur Island and will be deeply missed.
As Rolth, Son Imod and Kiwina speak they feel a peace about the ceremony. This peace also emboldens them and gives them a sense of courage in their service to Domi/Imod. (For Rolth, Son Imod and Kiwina - You may add +5 to your next attack made against something that is attacking you or poses a threat to someone you care about. This is a one time benefit. You should note this on your character sheet.)
The pyre is lit, and the fallen are toasted with the blue wine. The wine is passed around and consumed until it is gone. If anyone balks at drinking the wine, Pholus will assure them that Domi approves of this, and they need not fear either it’s effects or repercussions from drinking it. The wine is very potent and very good. Everyone's a little tipsy as a result.
Knowledge Local or Knowledge Religion DC 12, taurs add +5 to their roll: Highlight to display spoiler: {You know that sharing in this wine is highly unusual, and would ordinarily have been forbidden.}
Son Imod’s healing on Elmer seems to close his wounds rather well. Heal DC 10:Highlight to display spoiler: {You think the infection on Elmer has been removed in the process.}
Night falls and the sky is clear and dark, filled with stars. Pholus will spend some time pointing out constellations and sharing the significance of each and teachin a little about using them for navigation.
Everyone is tired. A watch is set, and the centaurs will take a turn. You sleep without incident, and wake to a cold but sunny morning.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+11=18 ; Thursday November 11th, 2021 10:38:28 PM
Rolth is quite pleased to have such rare approval to partake of the sacrament of the Blue Wine, and enjoys both the wine and the comradeship of his fellow taurs and Petals. This is truly a moment to savor, in body and spirit. He spends his watch contemplating the enormity of the stars, and the momentous events that the Petals have experienced. Surely there is more to come!
(Knowledge local = 18, success)
In the light of morning, he will suggest again that we seek out a wagon, now that Elmer has been rescued. And then on to town, where we can check the status of repairs on the Pounding Fury, and see that Pholus and company are returned to their home. "What say you all?"
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+10=25 ; Thursday November 11th, 2021 11:06:07 PM
(know local = 25) Kiwina realizes this funeral is an unusual and sacred event.
In the morning, he is also ready to find a wagon. "Elyas, which way was the smoke you saw?" Not that he would turn down staying with the other centaurs if someone else gets the wagon.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+4=18 ; Friday November 12th, 2021 1:38:56 AM
(Heal: 18)
Son Imod partook of the blue wine and he can't help but think that Imod approved. Although he follows Imod he is somewhat ignorant to both religion and local customs (OOC: no ranks in either knowledge skill)
He is happy to see that the horse recoved with just the application of the potion and hopefully now that he has prepared more healing spells today, he'll be able to start a true stock pile that he won't go through.
Son Imod says, "If it will make the mirrors easier to move let's find that wagon."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Friday November 12th, 2021 5:12:28 AM Mak, if you think Elmer is up to it, why don't we go find us a wagon?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L d20+8=23 ; Friday November 12th, 2021 10:59:26 AM
After drinking some of the wine and when there is a moment Falco will approach Pholus, hiding his concerns.
"This is a remarkable thing you are sharing and I understand how special of a moment this is. Thank you for sharing with one of the small folk like me. Those that fell are well honored and I will not forget this kindness."
He walks away thinking I hope this does not come to haunt us. With so many fights it is hard not to feel concerned but the break in tradition was wonderful.
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Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor d20+11=13 ; Friday November 12th, 2021 11:54:14 AM
Elyas is surprised when the wine is opened and shared [knowledge religion = 13] he has heard of the sacred wine, but never before seen a bottle of it, and certainly never tasted it. well, if I don't try this now, I probably never will. I should definitely try some. for knowledge sake, of course
the wine is wonderful, and is only made better by being out of the tight confines of the tomb they have spent several days in. Elyas rests well with the aid of booze, and wakes up ready to take on the day
the smoek was coming from that direction. do you think it is worth a trip out there to try to find a wagon, or should we consider other options?
how far do we need to travel with these mirrors?
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+9=13 ; Friday November 12th, 2021 2:24:07 PM
Wil watches the others. He takes the wine and drinks respectfully. He thinks about his father again but stays quiet this time. He thinks of the trouble he tends to stir up when we openly speaks to these others. He decides to stay silent for some time. The drink spreads throughout his body.
Should I Stay or Should I Go? - (DM Mark) MAP Friday November 12th, 2021 7:50:01 PM Rolth enjoys the evenings activities. In the morning, he mentions again going to seek a wagon to make things easier with the mirrors. Kiwina appreciates the evening. In the morning he asks Elyas where he saw the smoke. Son Imod may not know the local customs himself, but he certainly is able to piece together from what has been said they drinking this blue wine was very unusual and significant. He agrees with the need for a wagon. Tsak is good with the plan, and suggests that Mak take Elmer to see if he can get transport. Falco appreciates the significance of what happened, and thanks Pholus, though the little owlman is a bit worried. Elyas also enjoys the experience with the centaurs and his friends. He direct people to where the smoke was coming from. Wil is uncharacteristically quiet. And happy.
Everyone seems to enjoy the peaceful evening, even with the somber send off of the deceased centaur leaders. Indeed, there is a peacefulness to it all and people wake with a calmness and feel unusually centered, as though everything that has happened and is happening as it should be.
There is general agreement that a safe means of transporting these mirrors is a good idea, and a wagon of some sort seems to be in order.
There is some discussion about seeking out this source of smoke, which when contained as this seemed to be usually indicates some sort of control and intent. But, you know, could be a farmstead, or a house fire, or even trolls cooking local residents. Hard to say.
Who goes and who stays?
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+9=21 ; Sunday November 14th, 2021 11:17:50 AM
Kiwina has already pointed out that he and Rolth are the fastest, and therefore thinks they should go. But he isn't sure how Elmer would take the company and does not object if the rest of the group prefers a different arrangement.
In his mind, the question is where to look for a wagon. Town was a day away, and even if he and Rolth are faster they're not going to get to town and back in a day. He tries to recall where the communities are located on this island, and whether another is closer. (know geography = 21)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | Sunday November 14th, 2021 4:16:36 PM
Rolth is content to go with the party consensus on who goes to find a wagon and who stays put. His hope is to find a wagon at a farm or small village very close by, rather than have someone go all the way back to town. He suggests that, if the smoke looks like it isn't too far away, we all just go that way together, carrying the mirrors with us the short distance. If farther, then sending two or three, with all due caution as they near the smoke, seems better. He is happy to be one of the two or three, or defer to Mak, Tsak, and others who have expressed interest in going.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Sunday November 14th, 2021 5:37:16 PM
Tsak isnt sure about setting off as a group with the weakened survivors and the mirrors as it will be very hard to defend if they are attacked. Let Mak, Elmer and I have a look at this nearest smoke, we'll do a recce and go from there. If its a no go then by all means Rolth and Kiwina can make the trip to town.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Monday November 15th, 2021 12:45:20 AM
Son Imod says, "I'll go or defend as needed; just give me a direction. My speed is 30 feet though, but I can ignore underbrush and natural growth if it would impede my movement."
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:24/16T/19FF|CMD 28|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|15/10/-/-(RS)/-|(FA,WFs,WS,WT,Range Penalty,MS)**|1d8+8(x3) Monday November 15th, 2021 9:31:01 AM
Mak saw to his horse while the others were tending the dead. He cleaned the beasts wounds as best he could and tried to feed Elmer a healing potion from his pack. As he did so he also checked the horse for the rest of his gear. As he rubbed the creatures neck he set a bundle of feed down for it to graze upon.
Once he'd seen to his horse Mak was glad to investigate the smoke and agreed with Tsak though he suggested they look in the direction of town if the smoke proved unfruitful.
**Weapon Focus, Weapon Specialization, Weapon Training, Many Shot, Range Penalty(200')-2| Encumbrance:60.04 lbs| Move: 30 | |
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Monday November 15th, 2021 10:27:05 AM One other option would be to use magic to teleport the mirrors back. unfortunately I do not have a location to bring us to that i ave studied carefully, so there is risk that we would end up off-course. probably best to go with the careful and safe route for now, but for the future we should remember that it is an option now.
I can at least go with the group that wants to look for the wagon. as long as it is a small group [ooc: 3 medium creatures, or one large and one medium in addition to Elyas.], I could teleport us all back to this location with a wagon.
Elyas will help with whatever plan is used, but would like to be part of the group going o hunt for a wagon just in case there is trouble and some spells could help keep everyone safe.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Monday November 15th, 2021 10:45:25 AM "Those that have been weakened by their time in the mirror should stay, I will find a nice spot in the trees and keep a look out. With luck those looking for a wagon will be back quickly."
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Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Monday November 15th, 2021 4:16:21 PM
Wil decides he would like to check out the smoke. "I will be honest, I am not super concerned about these mirrors.. cool and all.. my curiosity is pointing toward that direction." he points toward the smoke. "In other news, I need to thank Wardd for helping me through that cave structure/dungeon/deathtrap."
Who Goes There? - (DM Mark) MAP Monday November 15th, 2021 5:10:58 PM
Kiwina estimates the source of yesterday’s smoke is a little less than an hour away, even with Mak on foot with Elmer. Mak will recall that Elmer’s never really been trained to ride, but the horse is trained to a pack or a wagon.
Everyone seems to have a different idea about where to go, who should go and what to check out. Various options are discussed. Seek out a village or a nearby farm, or failing that to go all the way back to town. To simplify, the DM will assume the following:
Tsak and Mak move off with Esmerelda and and Elmer to check out the nearby source of the smoke. There is no big source of smoke now, but as they approach they do see a farmstead in the distance. Son Imod notices a group of dogs or perhaps coyotes following them. Mak tries to scare them off with a few arrows and bolts, but eventually Mak finds he has to actually shoot one to make his point. Killing one of them does dissuade the canines and they move off from what they thought was easy prey.
Coming closer, to the farmstead you see a timber wall encloses a corral, and a two story house sized for a large creature. There is a worked garden area outside the wall, and you notice the remains of a burnpile, likely from the day before. As you approach you see a thin whip of smoke coming from a chimney of a house sized for a large creature. The large gate in the wall is open.
The two story house is positioned to provide an excellent view of the surrounding area. A large minotaur emerges from the farmstead wall and hails you as you approach. ”Greetings. We do not get many visitors here. To what do I owe the pleasure of this visit? I am Seolas Greateye.”
-------------------------------------- Meanwhile, back at the camp with the centaurs, Falco, Elyas, Rolth and Kiwina things are quiet.
Perception DC 22:Highlight to display spoiler: {There is a creature watching you from some nearby brush. It’s either a small creature, or it’s crouching low - hard to tell. It’s about 50’ away from where you are camped. This creature is near the front of the brush and you can’t see much beyond, so who knows if it’s solitary creature or there are more?}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=30 ; Monday November 15th, 2021 6:23:19 PM
Rolth is enjoying the downtime with Pholus and company, when he notices something peering out of the brush about 50 feet away. He keeps his cool and tries to avoid tipping his hand that he has noticed the watcher, while saying to his companions, "Everyone stay calm and don't look around too much, but something is watching us from the shrubs over there. I can't tell if there are more, or whether it is hostile, but I'd rather start off assuming it is just curious and maybe more scared of us than we are of it. Any ideas how to coax it out gently? If you agree, I could just call out in a friendly voice and offer to share our food, song, and fire."
(Perception = 30)
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+18=20 ; Monday November 15th, 2021 7:39:49 PM
(perception = 20. . . 24 if a taur is involved)
Kiwina doesn't notice their watcher until Rolth points it out. "You could call it out, or just move straight to a song and see what it does."
Since the group camped overnight, he has prepared his typical outdoor spells, which includes entangle. He prepares to cast while Rolth tries to coax the creature out, but only casts it if the creature responds with an attack.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Tuesday November 16th, 2021 1:18:29 AM
At the point where the large minotaur emerges Tsak realises the weak point in his plan. Either he or Mak will have to do the talking. He gives Mak a sideways glance with a raised eyebrow and decides on the straightforward truthful approach. He explains, concisely and without embellishment, the parties reason for being in the area and current dilemma and asks politely whether Mr Greateye is in possession of a wagon under what conditions Mr Greateye might lend/lease the use of his wagon to them.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+17=37 ; Tuesday November 16th, 2021 2:09:37 AM
Perception: 37
Son Imod introduces himself to the fellow minotaur and says, "Greetings my name is Son Imod and Tsak pretty much summed up why we are here."
Son Imod studies the other mintotaur and his homestead and looks for signs that the other Taur is a follower of Imod. IF he find those signs he will add to Tsak's request:
"Seolas, I see that you too are a follower of Imod. Imod came to me in a dream and tasked me with the goal of helping our people put aside our differences with the Centaurs and Liontaurs while helping them to do the same with us. To that end I am currently on a quest to recover 3 artifacts, mirrors, from the dungeon over yonder. We have those artifacts and are in the process of moving them but it would greatly help us to make use of your wagon to get the rest of the way to our destination. We are willing to compensate you for its unavailability and will return it to you when we are done with it. Will you help us?"
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor d20+8=16 ; Tuesday November 16th, 2021 10:48:00 AM
Elyas does not see what Rolth is talking about, but trusts his companion and doesn't bend around further to see more. he leans in
i can blip both of us over there and get the drop on it if you want to grab it, or we can try calling out and being friendly first. most things try to kill us, but it hasn't threatened us yet, so it is probably better to play nice first
elyas flexes his fingers, running a coin over the back of them warming his hands up for dextrous work or casting spells.
if it runs, we certainly have plenty of ways to catch it
Who Goes There? - (DM Mark) MAP d20+4=12 ; d20+4=15 ; d20+8=25 ; d20+5=8 ; Tuesday November 16th, 2021 9:07:17 PM
11/16/21 Tsak sees the minotaur, but thinks he may not be the best spokseman. Still, he says that you all came with others to rescue some centaurs that were missing. Having found them, he says you also found some heavy items that must be transported with care and ask if the minotaur will lend or rent them a wagon. Son Imod introduces himself. He looks for a sign the minotaur follows Imod, but sees nothing that would indicate this. Mak remains silent, holding the reigns of Elmer.
At the farmstead, Seolas stands in the open gate. He holds a stout staff in his hand, but not threateningly. "Greetings Tsak and Mak. And Son of Imod? That is a bold claim to be the child of a god. You say you would like to rent a wagon - what do you offer? You are an odd trio with an odd story. Tell me, where are you from that you came here without a wagon, but now are in need of one. What is this cargo you wish to transport? And who and where are these centaurs that they should need rescue by you three here on Bridge Island?"
You do see a wagon in the corner of the yard. It looks as if it could be harnessed to one or two horse sized creatures.
Sense Motive DC 17 or Profession Soldier DC 12: Highlight to display spoiler: {Seolas is nervous about something. You notice that he balances his weight on the balls of his feet a bit, and you can tell his staff is held in a balanced position that would allow him to bring it forward either defensively or offensively in a moment.}
Another male minotaur appears in the second story window of the house. He seems to be watching all of this, his eyes flickering from the three of you to scanning the area behind you.
Perception DC 20: Highlight to display spoiler: {You suspect from the way the minotaur in the window holds his hands out of sight that he is holding something you cannot see.} -------------------------------------------------------------------- Rolth sees the hiding creature and alerts the others, offering to call it out if they wish. Kiwina readies an Entangle spell if the thing attacks. Elyas offers to teleport the others to the creature to get the drop on it. Wil watches all of this, listening to his friends strategize about an unseen watcher.
Only Rolth has seen the creature. He speaks in a low tone to the others, who respond. The three centaurs are away from you a bit. Pholus seems to look around carefully, watching the Petals carefully as he casually puts his hand on his bow. Barbale and Timapius see their leader, and they grow quiet as they look around.
Automatic for Rolth, for everyone else, Perception DC 20: Highlight to display spoiler: {It is a bit easier to see this watcher, knowing that Rolth has indicated the general area of concern. So far, you only see one creature. It's eyes dart around as it grows stock still while the Petals gather to whisper and try to not look at the creature.}
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=31 ; d20+16=32 ; Tuesday November 16th, 2021 9:45:38 PM
Rolth will move slowly, pulling out some food and putting it on a mess kit plate and turn gently toward the creature with the darting eyes, singing a soothing nonsense tune while placing the food on the ground and taking a few steps back. He will gesture toward the food, the creature, and back to the food, then wait to see what happens.
(Perform Sing = 31) (Diplomacy = 32)
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+18=22 ; Tuesday November 16th, 2021 11:43:13 PM
(Perception = 22)
Kiwina continues to wait for the creature to act, his spell ready if needed. He watches the other centaurs as well, to see what they're doing.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+4=19 ; d20+17=24 ; Wednesday November 17th, 2021 2:36:13 AM
Sense Motive: 19 Perception: 24
Son Imod says, "Are not all taurs sons or daughters of Imod? However let me explain my name. I was a foundling taken in by a martial artist and Botanist named Master Iga. I did not have a name but I was young, angry and a scrapper so he said it was as if Imod himself inspired me. He was actually human that followed a human tradition where the family name went first followed by the given name. Master Iga was of the Son family but he essentially adopted me. He named me Imod but his family name was Son and to honor him I present my name in the same fashion as his people prefer; the Son family surname followed by Imod which was the name he gave me."
Son Imod notices Seolas's stance and the taur in the window with the obscured hands.
Son Imod takes a similar stance with his own walking stick and asks Seolas, "We are moving artifacts from a dungeon. 3 mirrors to be exact. I joined the Petals which is this adventuring group late after I received a message in a dream from a source I trust. They did not have posession of the artifacts going to the dungeon so they did not need the cart going in but coming out it would be greatly beneficial to have it to get back from whence we came. As I said we are willing to compensate you. Now the going rate for a coach cab is 1 copper per mile however you aren't exactly a livery service and a given wagon is worth about 35 gp so how about 1 silver per mile?"
Son Imod says to Tsak, "Since I joined you guys at the dungeon how far do we have to go back to get where we are going?
Son Imod then turns back to Seolas and says, "As for the centaurs I believe they are some nobles that got themselves tangled up trying to recover the mirrors from the dungeon. The mirrors hold a special significance for those who follow Imod."
Son Imod then nods to the figure in the window and asks, "Who is that person and might they have any thoughts about our request for your wagon that we should ask them about?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+12=13 ; Wednesday November 17th, 2021 1:31:36 PM
"I can summon a flying creature and send it out in that direction but I'm sure it will not be friendly to whoever it is. I'm happy to shout and call it out." Wil offers. "Reduce any injury to an innocent. If there is one out there... there may be more." If others agree, Wil will shout out to the stranger to attempt to provoke them to reveal themself.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L d20+13=31 ; Wednesday November 17th, 2021 2:20:01 PM
Clued in Falco easily spots the spectator they have gathered. He takes a few steps back trying to get his back against a tree, trying to look like he is just relaxing there with his bow light in his hand.
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Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Wednesday November 17th, 2021 3:57:13 PM
Tsak chooses to answer Sonny, ignoring any threat the two minotaurs may pose. He's hopeful his attitude will rub off on them. We will probably only need the wagon to get the mirrors to the nearest town, we can make other arrangements from there. Its about a days walk, not sure how many miles. Wouldn't be more than 15. How does 30 silver sound tou you?
He turns to the minotaurs How does 30 silver sound to you?
Who Goes There? - (DM Mark) MAP Wednesday November 17th, 2021 7:49:22 PM Son Imod clarifies his name and shares about they you are here. He asks about hiring a wagon again, and asks about the other minotaur. Tsak says you only need the wagon to go to town, maybe 15 miles away. He offers 30 sp. Mak looks on.
Seolas shifts his staff to his left hand and steps forward offering a handshake. ”Welcome. The in the window? That is Erdinan. Forgive our apprehension. You are welcome here - please accept our hospitality.
“As for a wagon, I agree on one condition. I go with my wagon, and you can pay me what you wish. I would like to see what this is all about and meet these centaurs that needed rescue. Come, refresh yourselves. Would you like some water or wine? I’ll get some food.”
Seolas waves to Erdinan and heads to back into the gate, gesturing to you to follow.
Erdinan appears in the doorway to the structure, and ee goes and speaks quietly with Seolas. They go into the house and soon emerge with a couple of wooden platters of rough bread, cheese and fruit. You see a couple horses, some goats and some chickens in the yard. He offers an apple to Mak to give to Elmer.
"So, who are these centaurs. Will you stay the night or are they close by? We can bring them here to rest the night if you wish.”
-------------------------------------------------------------------- Rolth sings what he thinks is a comforting tune and tries he best to be non-threatening as he places some food toward the hiding creature, gesturing for it to eat. Kiwina castually waits, readying a spell. Falco casually gets out his bow as he casually leans on a tree. Wil offers to flush the thing out with a summoned creature, or perhaps shout at it. Elyas watches.
A small, gruff voice from the brush says in common, ”Don’t know who you are or what your business is with Yan. But state what you want so you can send me back as soon as ya can. Cause I am not amused! And don’t try nuthin. I’m armed and I’m not afraid of ya!”
Sense Motive DC 12: Highlight to display spoiler: {This creature is very afraid of you.} Perception DC 15: Highlight to display spoiler: {This is a small sized creature, bipedal and standing upright. It wears clothing in earth tones that seem to blend in well here.}
The centaur mare Barbale knocks an arrow and readies to shoot until Pholus puts a hand on her arm and she lowers her bow. Pholus is either puzzled or amused - hard to tell.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=19 ; d20+14=26 ; Wednesday November 17th, 2021 8:07:02 PM
Rolth senses that the gruff little biped is alarmed by our presence, and offers, "I assure you, we have no intention of trying anything against one so fierce as yourself. We are the Eight Petaled Rose, an adventuring company, here on a quest in service of Domi. I must confess that I do not know what our business is with Yan, but I'm open to your suggestions. How did you come to be here, and how is it that we would be able to send you back, as you requested?"
(Sense motive = 19, Perception = 26, both successes)
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+18=22 ; d20+12=30 ; Wednesday November 17th, 2021 9:10:24 PM
(Perception = 22, sense motive = 30)
"Send you back? We were not aware we had summoned you." Kiwina speaks calmly, and makes no sudden movements.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Thursday November 18th, 2021 3:25:50 AM
Son Imod says, "If Tsak and Mak agree to your condition then that is fine for me."
"As for whether we press on or rest here we should really return to our entire group and ask them what they'd prefer. While Pholus, Barbale and Timapius, those are the Centaurs we rescued by the way, seem a little worse for the wear, I do believe they might prefer to get back with the mirrors."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L d20+9=11 ; d20+13=25 ; d20+6=12 ; Thursday November 18th, 2021 9:26:21 AM
{Sense Motive: 11 | Perception: 25}
Falco cannot get a read on the creature speaking but can see that they are small like him.
"Not sure about sending you back but small folk to small folk I can say there is no intention of hurting you unless you become aggressive. Come on out and we can speak face to face, not a pleasure I get a lot traveling with big folks like I do." {Diploimacy 12 - poop}
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Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+7=9 ; Thursday November 18th, 2021 9:28:36 AM
"We have others coming to rejoin our party," Wil shouts. "They are going to get you," he then shouted, his voice changing. "No, you're not going to ruin my attempt to negotiate with these strangers," Wil replied to himself. "Great, you ruined it. Good job, I should have been quiet. Now they think I'm crazier. I'm trying to change opinions..." "Well.. just be happy to be yourself, dude," replied the voice. Wil grumbled, embarrassed, and retreated to the back of the group. He took the opportunity to scout for other enemies in the area. (Diplomacy: 9- Oh no)(Perception:
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:24/16T/19FF|CMD 28|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|15/10/-/-(RS)/-|(FA,WFs,WS,WT,Range Penalty,MS)**|1d8+8(x3) Thursday November 18th, 2021 11:21:19 AM
Mak was pleased that the farmer was going to allow them to use the wagon and responded.
"Our thanks, but the transport of these mirrors are for none other than the king of the Centaurs and although 30 silver pieces is a handsome price for the transport, I'll be insulted if you do not take one hundred gold for the imposition in your day. We should also pay you in advance in case your family has need of the coin in your absence." Mak reached into his pack and drew forth a pouch and counted out the funds before cinching it tight and handing it over to the farmer.
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Thursday November 18th, 2021 12:32:23 PM
Elyas holds his hands out, empty to not look threatening.
Can you tell us, who is Yan? we do not have business with them. it? We are simply camping here waiting for our friends to return with a wagon
Who Goes There? - (DM Mark) MAP Thursday November 18th, 2021 8:40:25 PM Son Imod agrees to have the minotaur accompany the Petals with his wagon. He mentions the rescued centaurs. Mak says the Petals are transporting mirrors and rescued none other than the King of the Centaurs. He ups the offer to 100 gold as would befit a task for royalty.
Seolas is a bit surprised. ”100 gold you say. And the King of the Centaurs. I was not aware they had a king. But now I am intrigued. I tell you what - if you're as close as you say you are, we shall go and fetch this King of the Centaurs and bring him and your friends here. That way you can rest a bit before we make the day’s journey to town. I assume by town you mean Hearthhold Keep by the bay there.” (That sounds about right. And staying here means you will reach the town in one day without having to bed down on the road.)
”Family? No, it’s just Erdinan and I here. We have no family.”
Erdinan also greets you, though he seems more reserved. He and Seolas discuss things, and Seolas tells him to prepare for guests while he goes to fetch them. Erdinan asks, ”Won’t this King of yours be offended by such a mean estate and and meager offerings?”
Seolas grabs a bag and a few supplies, hitches the wagon to one of his horses, and asks if you want to use Elmer as the other beast to haul the wagon, or he should use both his horses?
Rolth continues to take a gentle approach, introducing the Eight Petaled Rose. He asks who Yan is and how this creature may be sent back? Kiwina is also puzzled, saying he was not aware the Petals had summoned this creature. Falco chimes in, telling the creature he is glad to have another small person around and asking that he come out from his hiding place. Wil has a conversation with himself, warning himself of a thread and suggesting he looks even crazier now. Elyas asks who this Yan is, asserting the Petals have no business with someone named Yan.
After a moment, a small creature steps out from behind the brush. He is about 2’ tall and weighs maybe 30 pounds, with brown, weathered skin and pale hair. He carries a sturdy knife and a pouch designed to give quick access to several darts. Dressed in rather nice clothing in earth tones and leather boots. His upswept ears clearly show him to be a fey of some sort. He has a rather sour look on his face.
”Yan? He’s a nasty little trickster in Maab’s court. But he’s got a mighty pretty sister. If’n he didn’t have the high friends he does, I’d give him what for! Yeah, you say you don’t know Yan. Then how come he sent me here? This don't look like Maab’s court. Are you in her service too?”
He reaches down to take the food Rolth provided. He says as he chews, ”Hey, this’ pretty good. Got anything to drink? And don’t be tryin’ any funny stuff. I’ll know an’ you’ll be sorry.
“Eight Petaled Rose, eh? You don’t look like no flower folk - or any kinda plants for that matter. Centaurs ain’t plants.”
“How ya doin’ there Birdman Roseguy? I'm Wemore. Where am I?”
The Centaurs look at the little creature and seem to dismiss him as being neither a help nor a hindrance as they talk amongst themselves.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | Thursday November 18th, 2021 10:35:05 PM
Rolth digests what the small creature has told him, but since the little fella is addressing Falco, he holds off on asking more questions for the moment. He listens patiently to see what more might be learned about this unusual situation. He has had few dealings with the fey, so is on uncertain ground.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Friday November 19th, 2021 12:20:09 AM
Son Imod says to Seolas, "Well if we use Elmer then we'll need to return with you back here after seeing the mirrors safely delivered. I don't know if it is needed or not but you would have an escort back here from the Petals."
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+11=28 ; Friday November 19th, 2021 8:52:55 AM
"A trickster, huh," Wil turns to listen. He tries his best to keep himself out of the way. He searches the area behind and beside the group for trouble.
(Perception: 28)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Friday November 19th, 2021 9:33:46 AM
Falco tips his head to the side as the creature speaks and nods.
"See, out in the open that is better isn't it. The Eight Petaled Rose is simply what our group is called though not all of us are here. It is a long story that isn't probably that important now. Birdman is fine but most call me Falco, pleasure to meet you Wemore. You are on the Taur Isles at present, which seems to be a suprise to you, where did you plan to be?"
He thinks for a moment. "A drink, I cannot help much other then water. Rolth do you have anything?"
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Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) Friday November 19th, 2021 10:06:21 AM
Kiwina considers but quickly dismisses the notion of showering their visitor with created water. But water is all he can offer to drink.
"We don't know Yan, we don't know why he would send you. You do know Yan -- you have a better chance of figuring out why. Did he say anything when he sent you? Maybe we can talk to what might be here that would relate to anything he said."
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:24/16T/19FF|CMD 28|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|15/10/-/-(RS)/-|(FA,WFs,WS,WT,Range Penalty,MS)**|1d8+8(x3) Friday November 19th, 2021 12:05:18 PM
Mak deferred the use Elmer since he had been injured in his flight from a cat or some other beast.
"Elmer is still recovering from his injuries, so we should use your animals. As for your hospitality I'm certain his majesty would prefer a roof over his head to the stars I would think. Let us go and hopefully return with them by nightfall."
Who Goes There? - (DM Mark) MAP Friday November 19th, 2021 7:40:44 PM Son Imod tells Seolas that if Elmer is hitched to the wagon, the Petals would need to return back to Seolas farm, and he wonders if perhaps the Petals escorting Seolas back is part of the plan? Mak says Elmer was recently injured, so Seolas should use both his horses.
Seolas nods and he and Erdinan hitch both his horses up. Seolas asks how many guests they will have, and asks Erdinan to prepare for as many. Seolas carries out a heavy wooden chest and fixes it beneath the driver's seat. He puts a heavy staff, a large morning start and a crossbow in the wagon along with his bag things.
As Seolas prepares to leave, it’s clear that Erdinan is a bit worried. Seolas tells him not to fear, that he knows Seolas can take care of himself. They embrace and then you are all off.
Any that wish to ride in the wagon may, and Elmer can be tethered to the wagon as well. You’ll find the wagon bed is a bit of a bumpy ride as you head back.
------------------------------------------------ Rolth is unsure about this little man and defers to Falco. Wil hears Yan referred to as a trickster. He wisely surveys the surroundings for trouble. Falco explains who he is and who the Petals are and are not. He replies that all he has to drink is water. Kiwina says the Petals do not know Yan, and asks if perhaps Wemore can recall what Yan said before he wound up here.
Wemore thanks Falco for the water. ”Water’s fine there Birdman. Er, I mean Falco was it?
”So, you folks say you don’t know Yan. Awright then. He, well, he didn’t like me hanging around his sister you see. So he told me to ‘shove off.’ He’s the one that oughta’ shove off. He says she’s marrying a fella named Kerleksurian. Do you know him? Nope, ok, well he’s a rich guy awright, but … well I don’t s’pose you care about all this. Anyhow, Yan said I needed to take a trip far away. Then he cast a spell and here I am. Oooo, when I get ahold of that guy, he’s gonna be sorry.
“But … how’m I gonna get back to the Twilight Vale. You got someone that can send me back? This don’t look like the Twilight Vale, and I’m pretty sure I can’t walk there from here - wouldn’t even know which way to head.”
Will is looking for trouble. His sharp eye does spot some dust in the distance. Something is headed this way. Soon a wagon comes into view being driven by a Minotaur, and you see Son Imod, Mak, Tsak and Esmerelda as well. Elmer is in tow.
Still the centaurs seem to be ignoring the little visitor, but they perk up when the wagon comes into view.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Saturday November 20th, 2021 1:10:11 AM
Tsak jumps down from the wagon and stretches the kinks out a bit. He introduces the helpful minotaurs to the rest of the gang. He notices the strange little creature but ignores it for now.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20=2 ; Saturday November 20th, 2021 10:36:22 PM
Rolth will try to remember any details of history, stories of the fey, and the like that might shed light on Weomore's identity, quarrels with the other fey, or similar such information, but is having a hard time dredging up anything useful.
(Knowledge (any) = 4, History = 8)
When his comrades return with a wagon and two minotaurs, he is quite enthusiastic in his greeting to the newcomers. "More taurs is more better!" He will also introduce Wemore as a new acquaintance unexpectedly arrived from faerie. "Hey Mak, I think our fey friend could use a drink if you have one, haha."
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor d20+11=23 ; d20+12=21 ; Sunday November 21st, 2021 12:29:14 PM
Elyas listens with interest to the newcomer. it feels like it is probably just a distraction, but on the otherhand things rarely happen for no reason.
he tries to recall anything about the names and places the little guy mentions. knowledge nature = 23 knowledge planes = 21
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+18=38 ; Sunday November 21st, 2021 2:32:11 PM Wagon incoming with a stranger and horses? Must be the owner, Kiwina thinks. Kiwina finds it easier to wonder about the wagon and driver than the irrelevant conspiracies of a fey court not even on this world. He sizes up the wagon, looking to be sure the mirrors will all fit. (Perception = 38)
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Monday November 22nd, 2021 12:59:19 AM
Son Imod says, "How fast does your cart move? If it is quicker than walking I better ride. If it is on par with walking then I'll hoof it."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Monday November 22nd, 2021 9:09:12 AM "Sadly, I do not have any way to transport you but that does not mean others wont. The rest of the Petals are returning maybe they will know more."
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Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:24/16T/19FF|CMD 28|+1 CLB:Arrows(20)|15/10/-/-(RS)/-|(FA,WFs,WS,WT,Range Penalty,MS)**|1d8+8(x3) Monday November 22nd, 2021 11:19:55 AM
Mak waved from across the initial distance to show he and the others were alright. When they got with in communication distance Mak introduces Seolas to the others and the King of the Centaurs.
"Seolas has agreed to help us transport the mirrors and since his home is along the way he's also agreed to put us up for the night." Mak offered.
He didn't immediately notice the newcomer as he was concentrating upon his friends.
A Relaxing Evening - (DM Mark) Monday November 22nd, 2021 6:06:02 PM Son Imod chooses to walk alongside the wagon as it heads back. Wil points out the incoming wagon. Tsak As the wagon pulls up, Tsak jumps out and introduces the minotaur Seolas. Mak adds to that, introducing Pholus as the King of the Centaurs, as well as Brygape and Timapius. He says that Seolas has agree to provide transport for the heavy mirrors and shelter for the evening. Rolth is puzzled by the little Fey creature. He greets Seolas and mentions the fey visitor to Mak. Kiwina follows the lead of the other centaurs here and ignores the little man. Falco tells Wemore he has no way to transport the little man back. Elyas looks at the strange little creature and listens to his tale.
For Elyas: Highlight to display spoiler: { This fey creature is a Buckawn. Buckawns are somehow related to brownies, but they are nowhere near as kind-hearted and playful. They are extremely reclusive and rarely have dealings with outside races. Buckawns favor daggers and darts in combat. They readily use poisoned blades when confronted with a tough opponent, when outnumbered, or when battling opponents for whom they have great disdain.
Wemore’s mention of the Maab and the Twilight Vale, brings to mind stories he’s heard about the Valleys of Twilight where Maab, the Queen of the Fey, holds sway. The valleys sit between the Lands of Rest and the Estates of Unrest, and contain Lands of Yore from the times of the Gods of Yore, including lands long since removed from the Wold, and remembered only here. Some valleys in her realm hold great evil, and others great goodness. Some say that the Valleys are places of dreams and mysteries.}
Wemore seems apprehensive with the approaching wagon, and he hides behind Falco a bit. The Centaurs still seem to ignore him.
Barbale and Timapius stomp around a bit as the introductions are made, but Pholus gestures for them to be patient. Then he says, ”Greetings Seolas. You are kind to help us out. I am Pholus, Lead Centaur and head of the Corral on Centaur Island. I am not a king in the human sense as I was kindly introduced. We Centaurs are more of a loose collective and we elect our leaders. Barbale and Timapius here are both Herd Leaders, and all the Herd Leaders make up the Corral that makes decisions for my people.
“Son Imod, Tsak and Mak - tell me what agreement was reached with Seolas for this service?”
“As for the rest of you, you seem to have found a little lost friend. What do you plan to do with Wemore?”
At this, Wemore seems a bit offended. ”Do? With me? Yer some kinda centaur king - doesn’t a king have a way to get me to the Twilight Vale?”
Pholus does not respond to the little man. Do you Wemore go with you? He seems a little lost, scared and grumpy.
Soon, you’re on your way to Seolas’ farmstead. On arrival, You find the gates are closed, but as you approach, Seolas produces a whistle and soon the gates are opened by Erdinan.
As you enter, you find that Erdinan has been quite busy. Things look very tidied up. A large tarp has been tied up inside of the timber palisade as a makeshift tent, and fresh hay and some blankets have been placed beneath it. A large fire is ready to be lit in the middle of the enclosed yard.
Erdinan seems glad to see you all here. Seolas says, ”Welcome to our home.”
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Monday November 22nd, 2021 6:17:12 PM
“Pirate ship to cave to Twilight Zone, sounds like a good plan too me. I’ve never been so your welcome to join us…. But of course I am just a human in interest of adventure. It would have to pass with the others.” “Of course, you would have to be patient, can you do that?” Wil says addressing the fey directly. “We have to finish one task before proceeding to the next.”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=23 ; Monday November 22nd, 2021 9:07:33 PM
Rolth reassures Wemore, "He simply means to ask whether we will be travelling together, so rest easy, Wemore. It might help us decide whether to help you if you would similarly consider helping us in our quest here in the Taur Isles. Even if we can't return you home immediately, we might be able to find a way in time." Rolth leans in closer to the fey and whispers in his ear.
DM Highlight to display spoiler: {"That fellow Mak over there always has some booze about, you might want to ask him politely for a drink. He's a bit old school, but alright despite that."}
Standing back up, Rolth makes ready to move to the farmstead, and looks suitably impressed upon arrival. "Quite the tidy place you have made for yourselves, very nicely done. Thank you for welcoming us into your home. Perhaps I could sing for our dinner?" If they agree, he will pull out his sawgrass lute, and sing up a cheery tune that might even inspire some to dance and caper.
(Perform = 23)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Monday November 22nd, 2021 10:47:38 PM
Tsak responds to Pholus' query about the services agreed with Seolas: We agreed to lodgings for the evening and transport to the nearest town for the mirrors. After that we will have to make other arrangements to get them where you need to go.
He turns to Esmerelda: Apparently this is Wemore. So far he's a friend, don't eat him... yet The last with a wicked wink to the creature.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+17=23 ; d20+15=29 ; Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 1:19:42 AM
Son Imod studies Wemore.
Perception: 23 Know[Nature]: 29 (OOC: is Wemore a fey?)
Son Imod says to the party and Wemore, "I have within my possession the ability to open a pocket realm only I may enter to do some crafting. I learned how to do this so that I may focus on quickly using my herbal healing capability. I can attempt to quicken the pace at which I brew my special herbal healing potion so that I have a 100% chance of encountering a fey creature. Now you cannot enter my portal unless you know how to use an ishgaran stylus to create pocket realms yourself and have an ability that lets you help me create my herbal healing poition but from what I understand there is no rule preventing a fey that shows up from exiting the portal with me. If I were to attempt to brew an herbal healing item quickly enough theoretically I could make contact with a fey creature. This creature may be friendly or adversarial but don't some fey creatures travel to the Twilight Vale fairly regularly? If I take this gambit and attract a friendly fey that can travel to the Twilight Vale maybe this fey can help Wemore? I mean it would be a risk on my part as I could summon an adversarial fey but it might help Wemore get to where he wants to be sooner. I confess I don't think the intention of using the Ishgaran stylus to create a pocket crafting realm is to use it to make contact with the fey but if I attempt to make time in this pocket dimension move fast enough while I am working on my potion it will cause one to appear nonetheless"
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 9:22:16 AM
Falco nods along with Son Imod pretty sure he knows what the plan is though a little skeptical of its effectiveness. "Failing that, rest easy Wemore you can travel with us, Wemore, until a way back is found."
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Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 9:44:17 AM
Wil listens intently to Son Imod and is amazed with this talk of pocket dimensions. He recalls some interest in this stuff when he was under Gargul. "I would be cool to learn more of this," he says to himself but of course Wil cannot keep his thoughts quiet and says it aloud. "I once wanted to be a Grim reaper.. cool thoughts."
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 9:49:39 AM
Elyas shakes his head.
I have heard of the Twilight Vale. but only in stories. it is a place of contradictions, ruled by the fey Queen Mab. they are ancient places, and some of the valleys in her realm have been removed from the Wold long ago. I do not know the way to get there, and even if i did I don't know that it would be the right choice. the lands are alien to us, full of great evil and great good and very hard tot ell the difference.
he looks tot he little fey
you are welcome to journey with us though, and if you know of a way to return home we will try to help as well as we can. but i do not have answers that you do not have on how to return
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:29(AO)/25/17T/19FF|CMD 29|Mandolin|-/-/-/-/-|(Perform: Strings +5)**|-(-) d20+5=15 Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 10:24:08 AM
Mak explained that they hired Seolas as a teamster to transport the mirrors. He doesn't mention the monetary arrangements they made as it would be in bad taste.
That night Mak kept his sword close when he slept. Until then he practiced his mandolin.
OOC: Perform +5, Roll 15
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+16=26 ; d20+22=35 ; Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 11:17:00 AM
Kiwina is happy at having a place to stay, and helps see to the careful placement and securing of the mirrors in the wagon. He addresses they fey creature before they go, "Wemore, we're heading to a place to stay overnight and after that to a town. If you're comfortable with those places, it's more likely we can find you help there than here."
When they reach the homestead, Kiwina looks the place over -- particularly Seolas and Erdinan. (Sense motive = 26, perception = 35, both include bonuses for dealing with monstrous humanoids)
"Seolas, what sorts of creatures live in the area? . . . Have you seen or heard of anything like Wemore around here before?"
A Relaxing Evening - (DM Mark) Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 5:27:54 PM Rolth asks Wemore if he is willing to help the Petals in their quest in the Taur Isles. He thanks his hosts here at this farmstead and offers to play some music. Tsak clarifies the Petals agreed to stay the night here, and that Seolas would provide transport of the mirrors for the following day’s travel to town. Then he introduces Wemore to Esmerelda and tells the cat not to eat the little fey. Mak confirms what Tsak says about the arrangement with Seolas. Then he adds to Rolth’s proposed entertainment. Son Imod considers Wemore. He offers to use an Ishgaran stylus to open a portal and bring in a fey creature that may help. Or may it not. Falco is a bit sceptical and tells Wemore he may travel with the Petals if Son Imod’s plan does not work out. Wil tells Wemore that the Petals will help, but he needs to be patient. He says he would like to know more about Son Imod’s proposal, and admits to wanting to be an embodyment of death Elyas shares what he know of the Twilight Vale, but agrees that Wemore may travel with the Petals. Kiwina tells Wemore the Petals will help if they can. He keeps an eye on his hosts and their farmstead.
Kiwina: Highlight to display spoiler: {Kiwina can tell that Seolas and Erdinan are a couple, though they seem discreet and respectful on this point with their visitors. He can see that Erdinan has worked hard to prepare accommodations for the guests that are not usual here. He senses no subterfuge nor hidden agendas with Seolas and Erdinan - they simply seem to accept things at face value and expect the same. They both seem intelligent, and they are observing the Petals and the centaurs as well.}
Seolas replies to Kiwina. ”Creatures? Well, we seem to have the usual fauna, including some smaller predators.” Not sure what “smaller” means to a minotaur though. ”Nothing that causes us trouble really, but we do keep our animals in out of caution. There are other faresteads around, some that hold extended families. A few villages here and there, and of course there is Hearthold Keep overlooking the fishing village where we are travelling tomorrow. It’s said that Keep is the resting place of the Healed Heart of Domi, though I’m not sure what that is or if it’s even true. But I understand that Bridge Island is different than the other Taur islands. Where at they tend to each hold one race of taurs, all three live here in harmony.”
Pholus will add that it is this division that he believes these mirrors will help address.
Wemore becomes rather excited at Son Imod’s proposal. He begins to hop from one foot to the other as he talks, balancing excitement with apprehension. ”Holy moly big boy, you maybe got a way fer me to get home? Let’s do it, let’s do it. If you can get someone from the Twilight Vale here, I’ll do my best to convince ‘em to take me back. Ooo, wait’ll I get ahold of that Yan! You guys are alright.”
The centaurs also seem intrigued by Son Imod’s proposal. The stallion Timapius in particular seems very interested in this, ”Tell me Son Imod, what is this Ishgaran Stylus? How is a pen or marking tool able to open a portal to the fey realms?”
You soon notice a rectangular pit with burning wood. It has a place for a couple of spits that may be put across the eventual coals, and there is a slaughtered pig and goat dressed and ready on a couple of spits. There is also a basket of vegetables and tubers nearby. That looks like a lot of work already done and still ahead for the laboring Erdinan.
Mak(JamesM)(64/64)HP|AC:29(AO)/25/17T/19FF|CMD 29|Mandolin|-/-/-/-/-|(Perform: Strings +5)**|-(-) d20+9=28 ; Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 5:38:07 PM
Mak wasn't the most perceptive of people but he kept his eyes open as the evening progressed. He continued to play his mandolin but he let Rolth lead as he wasn’t as capable as the many appendaged Taur.
OOC: Perception +9, Roll 28
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 8:14:22 PM
Rolth is curious about the stylus as well, but doesn't want to pry. So instead, he offers to help Erdinan with the roasting and other tasks as he sings. Although he does tend to like things on the rare side...
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+5=23 ; Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 10:00:39 PM
Having satisfied himself with the arrangement of the place, Kiwina relaxes and even joins in the entertainment. He is not as polished as Rolth, of course, but can tell stories from his homeland, an uncharted island in the west. (Perform oratory = 23)
Seeing Rolth help with the cooking, Kiwina cautions Erdinan that by centaur standards, liontaurs eat their meat raw.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Tuesday November 23rd, 2021 11:17:52 PM
Tsak rotates between his usual social cues of stoic silence, curt nods and monosyllabic comments. Occasionally for colour he scratches Esmereldas ears.
Son Imods plan calls for an overtly raised eyebrow and a quick glance at Wil. Seems like theres some competition for the role of kooky professor.
He is conscious of the effort spent by their hosts and makes sure to chip in and help and to let them know its appreciated.
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Wednesday November 24th, 2021 1:42:52 AM
Son Imod says to Timapius, "Well as I understand it the technique was developed by an adventurer named Gillian to speed up time spent crafting items. I decided the ability could be useful so I sought to learn it myself. Apparently the magical properties of the ishgaran tree convey the stylus with this ability if you have have learned to employ it so. All one does is draw a portal on a vertical surface and one can enter this portal to get to the crafting area. It is equipped with some tables and a heat source that can serve as a forge. Time moves quicker there to facilitate faster crafting and the area is setup such that while a crafter is there they do not need to worry about food or rest. The thing is using it incurs a very small risk of attracting a fey like 1% with normal usage. One can attempt to make time flow up to 4 times faster in exchange for a 100% encounter with a fey. The problem is I do not know if the fey encountered will be good, evil or neutral until I do so and I can only do it once per day.
I'm not a conventional crafter but my herbal healing ability is similar enough to potion brewing that I could benefit from this ability. I was planning to make a cure serious wounds herbal healing potion today and if we are settling here for the night I should be able to do so. Like I said though we may not attract anyone who could help us get you home but I'm willing to try.'
If no one has any objection he prepares to create an herbal healing potion of cure serious wounds at 4 x speed using the portal.
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Wednesday November 24th, 2021 10:35:05 AM
Elyas listens with interest to Son Imod describing his magical implement.
Fascinating. I would love to see this in action, and perhaps study the stylus at some point. I have some experience (more recently particularly) with summoning creatures from other planes, but none of them have been fey. mostly celestial animals and elementals.
be careful dealing with the fey, their morals are not like our own. Some say the fey cannot tell a lie, but they are experts at not quite telling the truth either. one that seems good may in fact be evil or the other way 'round
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+11=28 ; Wednesday November 24th, 2021 2:00:58 PM
"Having been a summoner since a child, I am also very interested but this food and drink looks wonderful. Much appreciated." Wil keeps an eye out for anything suspicious.
Perception: 28
A Relaxing Evening - (DM Mark) Wednesday November 24th, 2021 4:58:55 PM Rolth offers to help with the cooking, and sings as he does so. Mak Enjoys the evening, but lets Rolth do most of the music. Kiwina delights the others with rather interesting tales from his island home. He alerts Erdinan of liontaur meat preference. Tsak worries a bit about Son Imod’s plan, thinking perhaps Wil’s madness is rubbing off on the minotaur. Son Imod explains the use of the stylus and Gillian’s Fast Forge to the interested Timapius. Elyas is interested in what Son Imod proposes to do, but warns care in dealing with the Fey. Wil keeps a sharp eye out, but sees nothing out of the ordinary. Until a visitor appears.
Son Imod takes some time to draw a portal on the farmstead wall with his stylus. A doorway appears and the minotaur steps in and begins hastily crafting a potion. Soon, there is a shimmering in the back of the space where Son Imod is, and a medium sized woman steps through. She wears an exquisite close fit green and gold gown with a high collar, and she moves with an unnatural grace. She is very shapely and attractive. Large green emeralds hang from her upswept ears, and her brilliant red hair flows across her shoulders and is topped with a crown of live twigs.
Her eyes grow wide, and she smiles broadly as she regards Son Imod. Even though she looks up at the tall minotaur, Son Imod feels as though she is somehow weighing and measuring him same time, almost gauging his worth.
”Well, I see an artisan is a work here, and a strapping specimen at that. It seems you are trying to tap into the power of the Twilight Vale to cheat time. Excellent! Tell me what is your name child, and what do you seek to make here? You know, I can offer you a tool that will enhance your skill at this.” She holds forth a delicate cut crystal flask with precise measurements marked on the sides. Light sparkles off the thing.
Then she looks out of the interdimensional portal and into the courtyard. ”Oh, you have some little friends with you. How wonderful! So, who are you all?”
Wemore’s excitement seems to fade and he goes a bit pale. He almost seems to hide behind the little Falco.
As she appeared, the centaurs look on with interest. Likewise, Seolas and Erdinan watch intently, a bit apprehensive at her sudden appearance.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Wednesday November 24th, 2021 8:50:34 PM
Tsak notices Wemore's reaction... interesting. He looks straight at Rolth, not bothering to hide the fact that he expects the liontaur to handle the talking in this interesting turn of events. He stretches out his legs to get comfortable and settles in to watch the drama as it unfolds.
Well well Esmerelda, and here I was worried that things may become boring he murmers to the cat sitting at his side.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+16=23 ; d20+2=12 ; Wednesday November 24th, 2021 9:15:22 PM
Rolth will offer a rhyme in greeting, aiming to please and maybe buy some time to think.
"Well met, Lady in Green, We are the Eight Petaled Rose, But no delicate flowers are we. A traveler abides from the Court Unseen, And of you doth seems he knows, Yet we know not what to call thee."
With a bow he asks, "Will you treat with us?
He thinks hard about what little he knows of the fey, trying to figure out who she is and what that might mean for us.
Diplomacy = 23 Knowledge Nature = 12
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) d20+7=14 ; Wednesday November 24th, 2021 10:44:14 PM
Wil steps up to Rolth to help with the Diplomacy and speak to this fascinating creature. Diplomacy: 14 “Hello, stranger from the Vale.” He is caught up in the excitement and forgets what he wanted to say next. “What’s with our new friend,” he says suddenly distracted. He is very curious about both fey.
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) Wednesday November 24th, 2021 11:05:14 PM
Kiwina watches Wemore and wonders if this lady could be trouble. If so, she might just trouble Wemore. More importantly, he wonders if maybe he had misunderstood the stories he grew up with -- but no, she is too big to be one of the little people.
"The remainder of the group are recent travelling companions and our hosts for the evening," Kiwina says, deciding not to single out Wemore yet. He wonders if she might have heard of the Deep. "We are on Bridge Island, of the Taur Islands."
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 d20+17=29 ; d20+15=35 ; d20+16=36 ; d4=4 ; Thursday November 25th, 2021 5:19:34 AM
Son Imod studies the woman in green and sees if he recognizes her from any of the stories he's heard.
Perception: 29 Know Nature:35
Profession Herbalist : 36 vs DC 12 to create herbal healing potion = Success Time needed to craft the potion 4 hours but w/ the 4 x time speed up in the fast forge: 1 hour
If his knowledge gives him any reason why he shouldn't tell her about Wemore he says "Greetings fair lady, my name is Son Imod. I am but a humble green mage so my powers of creation are limited to a smattering of herbal healing items I can create and the lifewood flasks that can carry them. Though I will not reject your boon, I sped up time not wholly for the purpose of helping my endeavor but to also meet a fey and here a rather charming one stands before me. Thank you for answering my summons. It is nice to meet you."
Otherwise he says Son Imod bows and says, "Greetings fair lady. My name is Son Imod and I am but a humble green mage. I must confess I tapped into the power of the vale not for the benefit of the herbal healing potion of cure serious wounds I am crafting but to help another who has gotten separated from the Twilight Vale himself and is trying to return home. My group is willing to help this fey but we are in the middle of another quest involving retrieving some artifacts from a dungeon to help our centaur friends so I thought perhaps if I utilized my knowledge of Gillian's technique to attract another fey perhaps that other fey could speed the journey of the fey we found and he could return home. However it seems it would be in poor taste to not use the boon you offer on the herbal healing potion considering the purpose of the Fast Forge is crafting and creation and I've been attempting to somewhat use this blessing for another purpose albeit what I view a noble one of trying to help someone find their way home.
Well, It Was A Relaxing Evening - (DM Mark) Friday November 26th, 2021 1:41:29 AM Tsak sits back to enjoy the show. Rolth diplomatically recites a poem for the new visitor, asking if she would treat with the Petals. He tries to think if he knows of this woman, or her like. Wil tries to help Rolth, but forgets what he wanted to say. Kiwina says that some of the other are recent hosts and travel companions. He informs this strange woman that she is on Bridge Island in the Taur Islands. Son Imod thinks to see if he knows what sort of person this woman is. He tells her what he was trying to do, confessing he sought to lure a fey here in the hopes of providing a way home for another fey creature. He also admits it would be in poor taste not to accept the boon she offers him.
For Rolth and Son Imod: Highlight to display spoiler: {You do not know of this woman specifically. You can tell she moves with a practiced ease, and seems more a court attendant or perhaps some kind of fey royalty from tales of the Fey Courts of Maab, or from stories of the wild bacchanals of Ebyron. Fey royalty are rumored to move in a rather intricate society with complex rules, requirements and expectations. Verbal agreements can be more binding than Woldian contracts are among rulers, and great care is given before agreeing to help or accepting that help. Nothing is free among the fey.}
This all seems to be a lot to take in for this woman, and she seems a bit distracted missing some of what she is told. Sense Motive DC 25: Highlight to display spoiler: {She is quite aware of everything that is going on, and you’d guess she misses nothing.}
She steps out of the interdimensional space and into the courtyard.
She moves to Rolth, and smiles as she brushes her hand along the liontaur’s arm. ”Sir Liontaur, you are most eloquent. And strong. You ask if I would treat with you. Perhaps. What do you have in mind, and what do you offer?”
To Kiwina, ”You are hale and hearty, but these others of your kind are not well - perhaps those three seek my healing - they could come serve me in the Vales, and perhaps find healing after a time. Ah, you say you have brought me to an island in the Wold. That might explain why things are rather drab and mundane. Except for that wonderful Fast Forge. I rarely see these - time passes differently in the Vales, and we have no need for such things.”
To Son Imod, ”Speaking of which, you are a clever one, manipulating things to attract attention. But I should not be surprised by such boldness by one who calls himself after a god. Enjoy that vessel - it will help you make your potions (+4 on craft checks for making potions.) You have drawn me here Son Imod, you say to help a wayward fey. Do not hide there little buckyan. What is your name, what do you wish, and what do you offer in return?”
Wemore nervously steps out, and bows low and for a long time. “I am Wemore m’lady. I was wronged by a horrible one named Yan. He sent me here, and I am stranded. I merely seek return, though I’d sure like to get even with that Yan.”
The woman replies, ”Transport. Yes, if you agree to serve me for a year and a day. But … revenge on Yan, now that requires a price more dear. Yan is powerful and powerfully connected. But still this intrigues me, and could be to both our benefit. Will you agree to serve for a year and a day? If so, we can discuss further this revenge you seek.”
Wemore is crestfallen and a bit shaken. But he agrees to her terms.
Pholus gestures for Timapius and Barbale to remain silent as he replies, ”Dear lady, our destinies and any healing for us lies here in this realm. We do not agree to your terms and we will not accompany you.”
She says dismissively, ”Pity. Centaurs are not as much fun as satyrs, so I am not much surprised. What of the rest of you? Will any of you come back with me? The Fey Courts are glorious.”
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Friday November 26th, 2021 3:00:07 AM
Son Imod says, "Thank you for the flask m'lady. I will treasure it and use it when creating my herbal healing potions and think of you when doing so. While I do think it would be interesting to explore the Vale, I am currently on a quest based on what Imod told me to do when He came to me in a dream. Yes I am named after a God but the God I am named after is the one I follow and while I admit as a mortal I cannot presume to know what a God thinks but any transgression in my naming must either be forgiven or overlooked for Him to charge me with the quest He did. He asked me to help my kind put aside our differences with the Centaurs and Liontaurs and help them to do the same. As you see my group, The Eight Petaled Rose, with my addition once again has a Centaur, a Liontaur and a Minotaur and in this way by working together we help to move toward the future Imod would want for His children. In fact we are helping these Centaurs move the artifacts we removed from the dungeon to also help move toward that end. Therefore, at this time I cannot accept your offer. I understand your kind is long lived and I do not know how long my travels with the Eight Petaled Rose will take me but I am still somewhat young for my kind although we are not as long lived as others. Do you have a way for me to contact you specifically on that future date when I look to hang up my adventuring kit? Before I fully retire perhaps a limited term in your service with guaranteed safe passage and transport back to the Wold at completion of said service could be an interesting experience. Though I do not wish to necessarily bind myself to this at this time, merely to have that be an option at that future date."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Friday November 26th, 2021 3:38:48 AM
Tsak takes in all the verbiage and politicking, and is glad he is just a simple ranger. Sometimes it's good to be a half-orc as no-one expects too much of you.
If the lady looks at him directly he will politely indicate a 'no' with his head and leave it at that.
Esmerelda seems as captivated by this new guest as everyone else. She sniffs the air and the tip of her tail gives away her interest, but she otherwise remains where she is seated beside Tsak.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=20 ; Friday November 26th, 2021 7:16:35 AM
Rolth isn't quite certain what to make of this fey lady, but senses a danger in treading uncarefully. Now that Wemore has made his own pact, Rolth attempts to graciously remove himself from bargaining.
"Fair lady, although the offer is tempting, now that Wemore is content, I must say that my fate is also twined with that of these fellow taurs, and I am bound to complete our quest here in the Taur Isles before taking up other causes. Perhaps one day we will travel to the Vale, and behold it with our own eyes. But I thank you for your kind offer and wish you well."
He does wonder at the gift that Son IMod received, and whether it comes with any strings attached...
(Sense Motive = 20, fail)
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Friday November 26th, 2021 10:15:46 AM "as wonderous as the fey court sounds, I am afraid i cannot come with you my lady. our own realm is in danger and needs us our services. perhaps someday we will meet again under different circumstances
Elyas wonders if it is worth trying to ply her for information about the Deep, but decides against it. the way she just causually picked up the other fey creature as a persona servant for a year makes Elyas second guess any attempt at negotiations
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+12=18 ; Friday November 26th, 2021 10:46:30 AM
(Sense motive = 18)
"If I may ask, is there a name or title we should use while talking to you?" Kiwina does not want to interfere in Wemore's bargain, and a year and a day sounds like a standard term -- although he suspects it is a high price. Maybe not as high for a fey as a centaur.
"In any case, we have obligations here."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: +2 AC | 65/65 HP | | AC 19(21) (T15/F15) | Channel (4d6) 1/7 | Hero Point 4/7 | | +1 L d20+9=29 ; d20+9=26 ; Friday November 26th, 2021 1:17:14 PM
{Sense Motive: 29}
HAving been silent watching Falco feels that this woman is more then a match for the Petals and doesn't miss anything. He lets the others answer and simply stands ready if needed. A prayer for Dispel Magic is forefront in his mind as none of his other current spells will help much.
____________________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 4th - Freedom of Movement (2/2) / Restoration 3rd - Dispel Magic (1/2) / Stone Shape (2/2) 2nd- Lesser Restoration (5/5) / Cure Moderate 1st- Bless (2/3) / Divine Favor / Hide from Undead (1/2) C - Create Water / Detect Magic / Light / Mending
Mak (BatMark subbing for James) Friday November 26th, 2021 3:54:20 PM
Mak's soldier's instincts tell him that this fey lady is a battle left unfought, and uncharacteristically keeps his lips buttoned up, even as he carefully sets his mandolin aside in case of trouble. All the sooner to get back to the eating, drinking, and other things that take his mind off his various hurts. He shifts to get a little more comfortable, or at least uncomfortable in a different spot.
Well, It Was A Relaxing Evening - (DM Mark) Saturday November 27th, 2021 3:53:00 AM Son Imod thanks this woman for the flask. He explains his name, and that Imod sent him in the Petals’ current quest to bring artifacts to the Taurs. He says he cannot travel with her, and asks how he may contact this woman in the future. Tsak silently declines the offer to go with the woman as well. Rolth and Elyas likewise decline. Kiwina asks the woman’s name. Falco worries about this woman. Mak remains silent. Wil asks what serving her entails.
For Falco: Highlight to display spoiler: {Falco knows he is not getting the full story with this woman. She smiles a lot, but it seems more predatory than jovial.}
The strange fey woman looks at the wagon with its cargo and then at Son Imod. Her eyes narrow a bit as she smiles. ”Artifacts. Interesting. You say you use the name of a god because it was given to you. Beware child, names have power. Domi may be a god, but there are those that wish the gods ill or would try to use them. Pray they do not mistake you for him. As for how you may get in touch with me, well, that will not be necessary my dear. Come with me now or stay, but this is a one time offer.”
To Kiwina, ”My name? As I said, names have power. But you may call me Ailleann. My titles do not apply here, so they do not matter to you if you are not going to serve me.”
To Wil, she replies, ”Serving me? Why, you would have the privilege of visiting the Twilight Vales in safety for a start, being under my protection. There are many joys there, and my burden would be light. I promise you, you will never see anything quite like the Fey Courts in this drab place. And since the Twilight Vales border the Lands of Rest and Unrest, you might find you would be closer to the realms you god holds sway over. We could work out the terms of your service, and I suspect you would find it rather … pleasurable. Join me.”
“What? None want to join me? Pity. Come along then my little buckyan, let’s work out what you can do for me. Perhaps your poisons can be put to use. And let’s see about that Yan. This should be fun.”
She steps back into the Fast Forge Son Imod created with Wemore in tow. At first Wemore is unable to enter, but the woman will reach back. Grabbing his shoulder she is able to pull him in. Wemore looks a bit miserable but resigned. As she approaches the far wall of this interdimensional space, she simply walks through with Wemore. The wall ripples like water as they enter, and then they are gone.
Once she is gone Seolas and Erdinan breathe an audible sigh of relief. They kept their heads down much of this time, working on the food. They glare at the Petals, but say nothing.
Pholus says weakly, ”That went better than I expected, and you were all wise not to accept her offer. Poor Wemore. He found a way back, but he may live to regret it. If he survives her. The tales of the Twilight Reams are full of joys and dangers, and are usually told as a warning against something. I would not recommend using your little space there to attract the attention of another fey. You may not be so lucky next time.
“Now, let’s turn to something more, what did she say, drab and mundane? That food smells anything but drab!”
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (72/72HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 25) | d20+14=23 ; Saturday November 27th, 2021 1:15:04 PM
Rolth relaxes once Lady A and her new servant are gone, although he does hope that Wemore will be ok in her service. This whole fey business was interesting, but beyond his experience and a potential distraction from what we are meant to do here in the Taur Isles. He thanks Pholus for his wise council, apologizes to our hosts for any discomfort that this interlude may have caused, and strikes up a cheery (but not spritely!) tune to get us back in the mood to celebrate the forthcoming feast.
Once things progress beyond dinner, Rolth will suggest that we set watches because of the importance of our cargo.
(Perception = 23 to notice any trouble approaching)
Wilford Grimly (HP:44/53- AC: 19; Touch: 12; Flat: 16; CMD: 21) Saturday November 27th, 2021 6:18:54 PM
Wil is disappointed. Always looking for an adventure. He watches the fey disappear then moves on to enjoy a meal and a drink. "Drab and mundane? You should of insisted?" He says. "I know, but we should continue to try to fit into this group," he replies to himself. "They are good people and look at what we just did. Fought golem and look at that Twilight Vale. "We could of fought those stone golem." "Nah... I wonder though, if we could of."
Mak (Matt S. sub for James) d20+12=14 ; Saturday November 27th, 2021 6:27:10 PM
Mak steps back, away from the portal, and settles in with the others near the food and drink. He searches for a place to settle in for the night after. (Perspective: 14)
Kiwina (Steve M) 67/94 HP | AC:20 (1 weapon) or 21 (2 weapons) +4 vs AoO | HeP: 6 | Status: +5 next attack (see sheet) d20+18=28 ; Saturday November 27th, 2021 7:20:17 PM "I don't think we helped our little friend very much. But he accepted the offer."
Kiwina agrees with Rolth on setting watches, and thanks Seolas and Erdinan for the meal.
(Perception = 28)
Elyas (Ben A.) (59/59 HP | AC: 18; Touch:13; Flat: 15; CMD:15) | mwk Light Crossbow +7( 1D8, 19-20) | Status: mage armor Sunday November 28th, 2021 2:04:06 PM "well, the little guy got exactly what he asked for from us, a way back home and a way to get back at his tormentor. it looks like it did not go the way he wanted it to. let that be a lesson to us all, especially when tempted to deal with magical answers. it's never what you expect.
he chuckles when Pholus says it is time to get back tot he drab and mundane
Yes, let's focus on our very mundane pursuit of the tentacle-monster-loving cult, right after we finish our very drab sidebar of rescuing nobles from cursed mirrors...
Son Imod Hugh C 68/68 | AC : 22; Touch 20; Flat 18 ; CMD 30 Sunday November 28th, 2021 11:05:56 PM
Son Imod says, "Well it was something I could do and he was very insistent about getting home. Also I got a new measuring flask out of the deal. I mean he only has to serve her for a year and a day. How long would it have taken us to find a way to get him back otherwise? We really need to get the mirrors back and who knows where our travels will take us next. I'm not planning to do that again though. Let's try not to pick up wayward fey either."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC17 (T15/F12) 86/86 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow +1 1D8+1|Status: Monday November 29th, 2021 2:01:16 AM
As the woman disappears Tsak lets out a breath that he didn't realise he was holding.
He sets to work on showing his appreciation for the food that has been prepared.
After dinner he'll find a place to nap until his watch time.
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