Waypoint The Nymph- DM Dan K d6=4 ; d6=2 ; d6=3 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=4 ; d6=1 ; d6=5 ; d6=4 ; d20=11 ; Friday December 3rd, 2021 4:36:20 PM
Des and Gaffer continue to wait outside and as time passes they attract, well Des does, attracts a group of The Watch. They approach in a friendly enough manner and ask what you might be doing.
Inside the games continue and at one of the tables, Hmerrin and Ramirez have a higher stakes game and know of at least one patron who is switching dice out and one other that also knows , but doesn't seem to care. Hmerrin gives him a long look and the other starts to wane a bit under the fighters stare. He does not swap dice when it comes back around. He does however roll a third four and the winning hand. He collects the 500 gold on the table with a broad grin. Ramirez tells the tale of the frog and the scorpion, to which the cheater responds with the wolf dressed as sheep story.
Nira catches the operator of the Roulette table stifle a look of surprise and concern and nearly at the same time a elf male that has been looking to be simply assisting the dealers leans down to whisper to one and then heads towards the back room and through the curtains. Nira also felt a slight brush across her mind.
Hmerrin and Ramirez, too, feel a flit across the minds. Ramirez notes a sharp intake of breath from the dealer/moderator at your table and can tell the man is trying to not appear nervous as he glances to the person heading to the back
Danko remains back to the left of Nira. The server heads to the back as well, "Just a moment good sir" she says quietly before departing
Game 2, where Hmerrin and Ramirez sit with the 3 patrons is at a pause with the dealer taking the house cut and suggesting to the winner that he trade the funds at the cage. The man agrees
Most of the rest of the place seems to be as jovial and light as it was upon entering.
Drinks and food come around again
Nira Highlight to display spoiler: {just before you take a sip of the wine , you catch something off and then place it. It is laced with Pesh. A very rare alchemical mixture that can make the drinker more susceptible to mind affecting magic. The food has been laced with Toadstool}
Game 1: 3 Dice and the highest matching dice after two rolls wins, [3 6's would be the best result] ties split the pot evenly, after the house cut Game 2: Roll three dice until they gets a pair of the same number. If the total of the pair is under ten, the player is out and loses. If it is over ten they win. Ties, pot stays play passes Game 3: pick any number between 2-12 and Roll 2 dice. the number you choose and 6-8 win everything else loses
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 134/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] d20+26=27 ; Friday December 3rd, 2021 7:53:10 PM
Desdichado puts his friendliest self forward and greets the Watch with a relaxed and confident air. (Diplomacy: 27) "Evening all! I'm just waiting for a few friends who went to play some games in the Nymph. That's not quite my speed, if you take my meaning, so I told them I'd just wait out here for a bit until they're done."
"How's it all with you folks tonight? Seems like a nice, quiet evening."
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis d20+23=41 ; d20+24=44 ; Friday December 3rd, 2021 11:51:20 PM
Nira shrugs her shoulders while holding her glass and looks at the table. "I fear these dice may have gone cold. I think I've used up my luck with them" she says after her loss "It's been a pleasure gentlemen however I might try my hand at one of the other tables. Good luck with your red-head Tanner! If you'll excuse me." Nira stands and leaves a small tip for the controller. She keeps her glass in hand.
Something brushed her mind, her drink has been spiked, and the operator of the roulette table is acting weird. Nira is noticing a lot going on right now but isn't sure how to alert the others. The group really needs to invest in some sort of telepathy.
She smiles to Danko. "Let's see how the others are doing". Nira places her arm around Danko and walks him towards Game 1. Still smiling, she leans in close enough to whisper in his ear. Just one word: "Danger"
----------- Perception: 41 Sense Motive: 44
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 26 -- CMD 36 -- HP 110/110 Monday December 6th, 2021 6:28:29 AM
Danko's smile turns upside down at Nira's warning.
He takes her hand, leans in and whispers in her ear...
" Say the word, and I'll teleport us outside. "
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 167/167 AC:34 T:20 FF:27 CMD:35) Monday December 6th, 2021 11:02:37 AM
A frown crosses Hmerrin's face as he feels something touch his mind.
"I thought magic was a no-no in here," he comments to no one in particular, but loud enough to be heard.
The young man regards the dealer, and drops another 100 gp on the table. "Shall we?"
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) d20+13=24 ; Monday December 6th, 2021 12:51:04 PM
Gaffer halts his circling of the building to keep an eye on Des' but the paladin seems to handle himself very comfortable with the Watch, no surprises there. Still, time in Dirt City would have him believe at least one of the Watch members is here on the Nymph's behalf and he watches them to try and figure out if that holds true.
----- Sense Motive: 24
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 134/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Monday December 6th, 2021 7:13:53 PM
Desdichado keeps up a friendly demeanor with the Watch, hoping he can resolve this and that his friends will be out of The Nymph soon.
Waypoint The Nymph- DM Dan K Monday December 6th, 2021 8:56:43 PM
Des puts on a friendly face and explains, he is just waiting on some friends inside Gaffer finds it can be difficult to leave Dirt City entirely and pays close attention to the interaction bleow between Des and The Watch Nira excuses herself politely, and glass in hand, takes Danko with her Danko internally stiffens at Nira's warning, prepared to magically whisk the pair away Hmerrin comments on magic being used and drops another 100 gold on the table
The Watch respond in an official sounding tone, that while hanging out n front of an establishment is not unlawful, there were several taverns still open where Des could wait just as easily. They wait for no response and with a nod to Des they are on thier way. gaffer detects no ill will or underlying plan in the straightforward conversation
The men at Nira's table comment that Wardd is indeed a fickle god. Perhpas some other night he will favor you a bit more. Nira and danko move over to Hmerrin and Ramirez's table
The dealer responds to Hmerrin's comment with an affirmitive comment, "You have heard correctly sir. The owners have made it quite clear in past, but we believe we are past such demonstrations now." The delaer looks to the 3 others at the table, "100 game again gentlemen is being called." Another man leans back, "Nope, 1 month's loss is about all I can handle." he stands and heads to teh door, "Gentlemen, good luck." "And to you Eric." replies the dealer The last 2 men ante up. The dealer takes out what seems to be several fresh pair of dice and rolls them several times. he then gather 3 of them and puts the rest into a drawer. As he is putting the 3 dice in a cup, Eric returns to have a seat and puts up 100 gold. "Changed your mind i see, very good sir." The dealer passes the dice to Hmerrin, "You're first roll sir"
perecption DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {Eric was heading out the door when he was directed to teh cage for a moment, spoke to the guard briefly and then with an odd expression that quickly faded from his face, he came back to the table.}
The far back room curtain opens and the well dressed man returns to the room. A nod to a servant and a glass of wine is delivered and a cigar is lit and handed to him. He then gives the room a deciding like look and heads back to the Roulette wheel and the dealer and 5 patrons that are there
Ahh, Nira, Danko. How was the other game? This one seems to be getting interesting. Eric here was about to leave but decided to go for another round. Eric I hope you aren't going farther than you should. Gambling has been known to cause people to create many problems for themselves.
Ramirez then tells a story about a village, that hired a dragon to protect their money. They put it all in a cave with the dragon. When they became concerned that the dragon might steal it himself, they starting feeding him extra food. Eventually the dragon was too fat to leave the cave and was stuck inside.
rolls dice next round 2, 4, 4
Ramirez felt the mental touch, but with no way to communicate it to the others without being obvious, he has no choice for now but to wait and see what happens.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis d20+23=32 ; d20+24=27 ; Monday December 6th, 2021 9:23:36 PM
Nira is wary about being overheard so patiently waits for some space before whispering back to Danko. She tries to keep it brief. "Someone tried to cast a spell on me but I'm not sure who. The roulette operator has been behaving strangely. Could just be that the games are rigged. Could be something worse."
She then smiles and responds to Ramirez. "Win some, lose some. What about you? I might give the roulette wheel a try and see if my luck improves." she looks to see if any of the party will join her.
Nira will approach the table and check out the bets that are being placed. She waits to see what the well dressed man bets on and how much, and then she copies it. "Maybe my luck will be a little better here". She still has a hold of the glass of poisoned wine.
------------- Perception check vs DC20: 32 = Pass! Sense Motive: 27
Hmerrin tries to figure out what is going on, but fails to come up with anything. He rolls while also obviously watching the new guy at the roulette wheel.
Two fives and a six.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 134/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Tuesday December 7th, 2021 12:36:05 PM
Once the Watch passes on, Desdichado decides that it's taking longer than he likes for the others to leave The Nymph. He looks for an alley or alvoce nearby where he can talk with GafferCat without prying eyes (so someone doesn't wonder why a man is having a conversation with a cat).
Once hidden away he asks "What do you think? Should we go in and check on them?"
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 26 -- CMD 36 -- HP 110/110 d20+15=17 ; d20=17 ; Tuesday December 7th, 2021 5:14:51 PM
Danko follows Nira to the roulette wheel. Seems like he's taking on the body guard role.. or that of a jealous lover... either would work in this case.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) Tuesday December 7th, 2021 5:57:19 PM
Gaffer catches Desdichado's eye and follows him down into the alley where he returns to his normal form to speak. "If you've got a bad feeling, let's go in. The other's have probably already got the place a stir." He dusts off his clothes and enters The Nymph alongside Des.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC30/19/23 HP122/122 CMD32 Tuesday December 7th, 2021 9:27:57 PM
Ramirez shakes his head. Finally a good roll in the game and Hmerrin beat him. Oh well, at least they had a chance to win the pot this time.
Waypoint The Nymph- DM Dan K d6=3 ; d6=2 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d6=1 ; d6=4 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ; d6=5 ; Tuesday December 7th, 2021 11:58:47 PM
Ramirez tells another tale and while knowing abouth the magic that touched him, he has no good way of delivering the message. He rolls a pair of 4's Nira is able to find a space and whisper to Danko She then heads to the Roulette table to check it out Hmerrin does not catch some of the other happenings and starts the rolling, getting a pair of 5's Des is able to get a moment with Gaffer out of the way and suggests that they should head in and see what's going on first hand Danko follows Nira and keeps his eyes and ears open Gaffer agrees with Des to head in
Ramirez also asks Eric about over extending himself and the man simply shrugs, his eyes slightly vacant. A look Hmerrin has seen before, on the faces of two men of Hose Knife and Wolf that first set The Tide on the trail of Golden Eyes. Eric rolls...2,3,4 but then doubles down on his bet, adding an additional 100 gold to the table. One of the other men rolls 5, 1, 4 and folds and then the last man. The one who won last, rolls 5,5,5 and quickly matches teh 100 gold raise. He smiles looking over at Hmerrin and Ramirez. "Dragons and their horde indeed"
At the Roulette wheel, Nira quickly discovers the well dressed man works at The Nymph. He is the floor boss over all of the tables here in the main room. The others at the table are betting between 20-50 gold spread across multiple numbers and both Nira and Danko sense they have all been drinking well into the evening. The well dressed man smiles as you step up, "Welcome." a chill runs down your spine
Des and Gaffer enter to find the group a bit split up across a pair of gaming tables. A servant arrives and offers wine or whiskey
Desdichado thanks the servant and wanders over to the nearest table. He's a little surprised to find the group playing games, and wonders if they've been able to make any headway. Knowing nothing about gambling, he watches people play only half-interestedly and also tries to surreptitiously look around, looking for whether it appears anyone is paying special attention to the group.
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 167/167 AC:34 T:20 FF:27 CMD:35) d20+19=26 ; Wednesday December 8th, 2021 2:43:27 PM
. One look at Eric, and Hmerrin's demeanor changes. The fighter is all business.
"They're here," he announces to the group, his voice carrying to Nira, Dez, and probably everyone else.
Then, he takes Eric by the arm. "You're done, Eric," he states flatly. "Time to go home."
Looking over his shoulder at the two players and dealer, he addresses them quickly, voice low and full of malice. "This man's been dominated. I find that upsetting. And at least one of you know all about it. Don't go anywhere." [Intimidate 26]
Hmerrin walks Eric to the door.
Passing Dez, he says "Bad guys here. Three up top. Need you to do your detection thing."
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis d20+23=37 ; d20+24=26 ; Wednesday December 8th, 2021 6:52:32 PM
There's something about this guy that Nira can already tell she doesn't like.
"Thankyou. Quite a place you have here." She spreads 100 gold across a few different numbers.
She waits to see the roll but is distracted from it when she hears Hmerrin's voice. "What's that about?"
------------- Perception check: 37 Sense Motive: 26
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) Wednesday December 8th, 2021 7:13:38 PM
Gaffer takes a drink, staying by the door as he sees Hmerrin looking to come his way, and asks the server "Do you serve food? I'm peckish and I think I'll need some food after a few rounds in here?"
He braces himself for the reaction of the house as Hmerrin leads the man in his grasp out.
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 26 -- CMD 36 -- HP 110/110 Wednesday December 8th, 2021 9:07:18 PM
Danko pats Nira on the shoulder... " Stay here... I'll follow Hhmerrin out."
Danko makes his way to the door and looks at Gaffer, then the drink, shakes his head no once... before passing him.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC30/19/23 HP122/122 CMD32 Wednesday December 8th, 2021 9:19:30 PM
Ramirez isn't sure who 'they' are, but Hmerrin has taken a rather serious demeanor. Ramirez guesses the night's activity is about to become more interesting.
Waypoint The Nymph- DM Dan K Thursday December 9th, 2021 1:53:18 AM
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Waypoint The Nymph- DM Dan K Thursday December 9th, 2021 8:14:58 AM
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Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 161/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Thursday December 9th, 2021 6:02:30 PM
At Hmerrin's words, Desdichado becomes very serious and loudly proclaims "Alright ladies and gentlemen - nobody else is walking out until we get some answers. We're looking for some very bad....people."
"I'm going to check for the presence of evil here," he continues. "Anyone who is only slightly evil - maybe you're trying to cheat tonight, eh? - has nothing to worry about. But anyone I detect with very strong evil auras will not be going anywhere until my colleagues and I have had a chance to talk with you."
The paladin begins focusing on individuals one by one, sensing who among them seem to be the 'most' evil.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis Thursday December 9th, 2021 7:52:20 PM
Nira shuffles uncomfortably. She's probably standing right next to the baddest guy in the room and she isn't sure how he's going to react.
If the guy looks to do anything physically threatening to her specifically she prepares to defend herself, but otherwise waits to see what happens.
------------- Ready action: If the guy tries to physically assault Nira (grab her, attack her, etc) she will throw her drink in his face
Waypoint The Nymph- DM Dan K Friday December 10th, 2021 10:18:36 AM
Mother in law broke her wrist. Landed and spent night at hospital
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 26 -- CMD 36 -- HP 110/110 Friday December 10th, 2021 3:49:10 PM
{ Well, things just got real. Shenanigans for all! } he thinks to himself.
Danko attempts to find a stealthy spot to cast protection from evil on himself... and then does so.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) d20+13=28 ; Friday December 10th, 2021 7:33:53 PM
Gaffer scans the crowd to judge the immediate reactions of everyone, he's sure there will be a lot of angry faces, but any looks of recognition or fear amongst the crowd would grab his attention.
----- Sense Motive: 28 ----- OOC: Hope you and your family are ok!
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis Friday December 10th, 2021 7:39:19 PM
Things are starting to escalate and Nira hopes it doesn't cause a panic. Still is still very uncomfortable where she stands.
Waypoint The Nymph- DM Dan K Saturday December 11th, 2021 9:29:08 AM
Mother in law broke her wrist. Landed and spent night at hospital
Combat The Nymph- Round 1 DM Dan K d20+1=15 ; Saturday December 11th, 2021 11:29:28 AM
Des enters and is a bit surprised that the others are playing games, but heads over to Hmerrin and Ramirez at the nearest table One look at Eric and all the pieces fall into place for Hmerrin. He stands and slides over to Eric, "You're done" He announces 'They' are here and confronts the other two men at the table Nira had just put some money down at the Roulette table. Now on guard, though she decides to take a wait and see approach. Gaffer is by the door, drink in hand and braces for the fallout of Hmerrin's declaration Danko plans to follow Hmerrin out and warns Gaffer off about the drink in his hand
The patrons glance about and the servants stand in shock, not knowing what precisely to do for the most part. The Dealer right next to Nira furrows his brow even as Hmerrin begins talking, as if he knows what the man is going to say before he says it and he cuts him off. "I don't think so! Friends, please show these people to the door as they are no longer welcome here in The Nymph!"
With that and a slap on the table, 5 of the patrons stand with a slap in perfect unison upon the table themselves. The gold in front of them all but forgotten, the protests and pleas to remain calm from their friends about them, falling on deaf ears. The man you know as Eric is included in the former group, trying to pull away from Hmerrin's grip. Abrupt, but futile. Others close on Gaffer and Nira and Hmerrin
The dealer than makes a quick gesture, Spellcraft DC 16 Highlight to display spoiler: {Cast Shield}
One other dealer near the back turns with a more knowing look than the stunned others. Spellcraft DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {Cast Mage Armor}
You hear commotion from above you, the 3 you know to be on the walkway obviously moving to help as well as a commotion from the back room.
The guard remains where he is but has taken on a defensive stance, hand on the hilt of his elven sword, but not drawn
Most of the patrons are armed with a dagger or hunting knife, none seem to be wearing armor and no one has a weapon drawn
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis Sunday December 12th, 2021 5:49:42 PM
Nira is easily able to tell the spells being cast. She's a little relieved to see that they are defensive spells. It could just be these dealers want to protect themselves from harm and will stay out of the way. Then again, they could just be buffing themselves up before attacking the party.
Right now she is right where she doesn't want to be - standing between the rest of the party and the hostiles.
Nira defensively casts Greater Invisibility and then takes a step back - and up - from the action.
-------------- Spellcraft checks vs DC16 & 20: Autopass
Standard: Defensively cast Gtr Invisibility. Concentration check autopass Free: 5ft step to Q8 and 5ft high (ie: step back diagonally up)
Spells in effect: Arcane Sight... Blur (20%)... Darkvision... Mage Armor... Magic Vestment... Fly (60ft)... Roses Temperature Control... See Invisibility... Resist Fire (5)
"We're not here to be violent against anyone you're obviously dominating," says Desdichado. "In fact, the Watch is nearby, I'm sure they can help clear things up. Maybe even Ja'Jolla himself might be interested, hmm?"
He hopes that Danko or Gaffer, who appear to have unobstructed access to get out, can call out a warning to the watch to come and get help.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) Monday December 13th, 2021 2:36:13 PM
Gaffer picks up what Des is putting down and heads out the door to see if any of the Watch are still around outside. If he can, he will call them over.
"Hey, there's some trouble going down inside The Nymph, we spoke to Ja'Jolla earlier and we're trying to identify a group of evil shapechangers."
He is a bit concerned about their group getting on the Watch's wrong side here but is hoping 'evil shapechangers' is enough to bring caution above all else.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC30/19/23 HP122/122 CMD32 Monday December 13th, 2021 8:56:19 PM
OOC- Dan, I hope your mother in law is feeling better. best wishes
Dealers, we are not here for games today, but are looking for some answers. No blood needs to be spilled for us to find them. But if you insist on throwing us out, things could get messy. Maybe you would prefer to introduce us to your boss instead so we can ask a few questions and be on our way.
Ramirez does not draw a weapon or cast a spell, but he stands ready to do so if the situation continues to deteriorate.
Combat The Nymph- Round 1 DM Dan K Monday December 13th, 2021 9:46:14 PM
Going to give the others a chance and post tomorrow.
thank Brian, she had to have a plate put in her wrist, but is doing good
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 26 -- CMD 36 -- HP 110/110 Tuesday December 14th, 2021 7:16:30 AM
Danko, following suite, casts Stoneskin on himself.
" Easy lads..." he says afterwords...
" No need for shenanigans.... but we are not ones to mess with.... "
---------------- ooc> Was Danko able to cast Prot. evil from Friday's post?
Stoneskin - 120 minutes The warded creature gains resistance to blows, cuts, stabs, and slashes. The subject gains DR 10/adamantine. It ignores the first 10 points of damage each time it takes damage from a weapon, though an adamantine weapon bypasses the reduction. Once the spell has prevented a total of 10 points of damage per caster level (maximum 150 points), it is discharged.
SR/18 DR electricity 10
Combat The Nymph- Round 2 DM Dan K d20+1=19 ; d20+1=11 ; d20+1=12 ; d20+1=20 ; Tuesday December 14th, 2021 7:30:02 AM
Nira identifies the spell and though defensive in nature, it could be a prelude. She casts a spell and vanishes Des informs the room they not there to be violent and that the Watch is nearby Gaffer heads for the door looking for The Watch, just outside he does not see any. What he does notice is that the sounds from inside The Nymph are noticably not what he hears standing in the doorway. It sounds like a gambling Hall, pleasant music a murmur of a crowd inside, laughing and an occasional call of 'winner!' Ramirez calls for calm as well, perhaps they could talk to the boss? Danko casts Stoneskin upon himself Yes you cast Prot evil...sorry
Most of the crowd is still seated and looking about for what could happen next. A couple that are close to the door decide to follow Gaffer's example and head out Those patrons that stood at the dealers statement, move in to grab Hmerrin, Danko and Ramirez The Dealer who had spoken, O,10 "Ladies and gentlemen It would seem as if the tales theier demise were incorrect. Let us welcome 'The Tide'...he than casts a spell. Spellcraft DC 19 Highlight to display spoiler: {Stoneskin} The cashiers exit the cage and are moving across the room.
The men trying to grapple Danko, Hmerrin and Ramirez have little success, but all are jostling at you
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 161/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Tuesday December 14th, 2021 2:46:37 PM
"Reports of our deaths have been greatly exaggerated," says Desdichado. "Yes, of course we're the Tide. We aren't hiding that. We're looking for answers. We'll suffice with destroying rakshasa if answers aren't available."
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 161/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Tuesday December 14th, 2021 2:48:08 PM
FILLING IN FOR HMERRIN
"Hands off," says the young fighter. "We're not ones to push around."
Danko Pureheart (Yves) -- AC 26 -- CMD 36 -- HP 110/110 d20+12=22 ; d20+7=17 ; d6+1=7 ; d6=1 ; d6+1=2 ; d6=6 ; d20+12=17 ; d20+7=8 ; d6+1=3 ; d6=2 ; Tuesday December 14th, 2021 8:06:53 PM
" I'm all for not hurting the innocents schmucks but not grabbing! "
A stoneskined Danker raises his hands and claws suddenly grow out his hands.
" Anybody grab at me again gets scratched! "
------------------------- Stoneskin Protection from evil - AC 27 vs evil
Delayed action, first person that grabs at Danko gets a series of dual scratches from the dragon claws.
Claw 1 Attack 1 - Hits AC 22 Dam Phy dam 7 and elect dam 1 Attack 2 - Hits AC 17 Dam Phy dam 2 and elect dam 6
Claw 2 Attack 1- Hits AC 17 Dam Phy 3 and elect dam 2 Attack 2- Hits AC 8 miss
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) Wednesday December 15th, 2021 7:08:16 AM
Gaffer fails on finding the watch and quickly moves back into the building, N5, and sees that things are escalating. He doesn't have many tools for calming a crowd and he is worried about hitting innocents with any spells so he holds back for the moment and waits to see how reactions continue.
Combat The Nymph- Round 2.1 DM Dan K Wednesday December 15th, 2021 10:00:14 AM
Des answers the reports of the groups death as greatly exaggerated and informs the room The Tide is looking for Rakshasa Hmerrin shrugs off the handsy patron who are obviously Under magical influence and issues another warning Danko grows actual claws and he too, provides a warning that things will get scratchy if the patrons persist on trying to manhandle him Gaffer heads back in and upon crossing the threshold, the sounds all change. outside, it sounded like a light hearted atmosphere of good times. Inside are raising angry voices and no music of any kind. As he heads back in, the elf out front simply gives a small nod and smile, "enjoy your evening sir."
An elf enters from the back room area to the common room and holds up a hand, "Friends, gentlemen, ladies." As soon as he voice rolls across the room, those patrons about Danko, Hmerrin and Des become calm and step back. "This is a gaming house, a place of chance, good food and drink and a bit of fun." With that, the patrons all seem to simply turn back to their games, those standing near the party, return to their seats.
The elf looks directly now to the party "Now is not a good time for such things. I suggest a cease fire as it were. Reflection, inner peace, time to take in the calm before the inevitable storm. you may continue to play, i will have different fare provided to eat and drink as I'm sure you do not wish to dine on what is currently available and you can stay, and be assured no harm shall come to anyone here."
DM: we are right on top of the slowdown and will not be carrying into an actual combat
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 161/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Wednesday December 15th, 2021 1:57:38 PM
Desdichado doesn't trust the elf much, but he also doesn't want to start a fight with all of these people around. He reluctantly nods his agreement.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis Wednesday December 15th, 2021 5:56:43 PM
Nira stays invisible and hovering off the ground. In fact, she hovers back to the rest of the party and settles in behind them. She doesn't intend to be on the front-line if the fight does eventuate.
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 161/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Wednesday December 15th, 2021 7:13:03 PM
POSTING FOR HMERRIN
Hmerrin also stands down for the moment, presumably not very happy with the way the elf is controlling the room.
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC30/19/23 HP122/122 CMD32 Wednesday December 15th, 2021 10:18:47 PM Well, I'm glad to see you have decided to be reasonable. I suppose we could play a few more games, but then I think it is time to meet your boss.
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) Thursday December 16th, 2021 10:46:53 AM
Gaffer moves a step closer to the others and whispers "I didn't see any Watch outside, and there is magic disguising the noises from in here to out there. Maybe we can report back to Ja'Jolla?"
Combat The Nymph- Round 2.2 DM Dan K Thursday December 16th, 2021 2:06:39 PM
Des does not trust the elf speaking, but nods in agreement of the proposed truce Nira floats back so that if things go sideways, she is not on the front lines Hmerrin also nods and sits back down, though clearly not happy with how the elf seems to be in control of everyone else in the room Ramirez remarks he is glad folks are being reasonable and mentions that upon conclusion of the truce, perhaps The Tide could speak to the boss gaffer informs the others of the lack of the Watch directly in view outside and of the magical noise mask
The group settles down more, still on guard, but the rest of The Nymph seems to be returning to a more normal course of the evening. Several games have started up again and the servers have all moved through the door with the guard saying they are getting other refreshments for the occassion. The first dealer that stood and cast a couple of defensive spells invites a few people back to the roulette wheel and shoots Ramirez a wink. "I was just about to say the same thing to you, especially on behalf of the innocents within the room.
The Cashiers return to the cage and the elf gives a slight bow and with a upraised right hand, a pleasant chorus of music begins lightly as a background and the scent of fresh flowers becomes evident. "Enjoy the calm." he turns and heads back through the curtain and into the back room
Desdichado (Ryan) [HP: 161/161; AC:32/15/30 - CMD 32] Thursday December 16th, 2021 2:59:37 PM
"Enjoy the calm," Desdichado mutters, repeating the elf's words to himself. "By Domi and all the gods of the Wold, do I hate these guys."
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis Thursday December 16th, 2021 5:51:17 PM
Nira drops her invisibility but is clearly on edge. She speaks quietly to the rest of the party.
"Someone clearly cast a spell on those people, but I didn't see or hear it done. Either one of the people here is capable of it, or there's someone else hidden around here"
"Did you detect any evil here, Des?"
Hmerrin (MikeK)(HP 167/167 AC:34 T:20 FF:27 CMD:35) Thursday December 16th, 2021 7:08:21 PM
Hmerrin is not a happy camper.
The lad doesn't stir things up, content for a moment to try and figure out how to clear the innocents. Also, how to identify the innocents.
He nods vigorously at Nira's suggestions.
"Yeah Dez. We need to know who the real bad guys are."
Gaffer - Courtney - HP: 144/144 AC: 25(T:16/FF:20) CMD:31) Thursday December 16th, 2021 10:21:00 PM
Gaffer looks up to the walkway above where he heard some commotion earlier. "Looking down from above seems like it would suit them"
Combat The Nymph- Round 2.3 DM Dan K Friday December 17th, 2021 9:10:38 AM
Nira rejoins the land of visible people and the entire group is at a single table, or at least near it if not actually sitting down. none are feeling overly calm or very happy and from the smile on the Roulette dealers face, it seems he is thoroughly enjoying that fact. Hmerrin puts out what he sees as the two major challenges. Identifying the actual bad guys and clearing those that do not fall into that category. Hmerrin and Gaffer are the only two with direct experience. Olaf and Jarred when they first learned of Golden Eyes, who is now known to be a Rakshasa and later with Three Bits. Whatever method of control, it could go far beyond Charm and even Dominate.
The three men at the table glance Hmerrin's direction "You in?" Eric says with a easy smile and seemingly not a care in the world
Gaffer glances up and finds the walkway empty, perhaps as part of the truce that has been called out and agreed upon
OK all, the Slow down is officially in effect. Ill check in here and there, but the story is not going to progress meaning no information is going to be gained, but you can certainly talk tactics or even simply gamble if you want and we can step it up to tracking your gold if you like. Just say so. All spells cast are going to have their durations suspended as if time has not passed beyond Round 2. Nira if you want to start back up after break being invisible you can
Ramirez (BrianZ) AC30/19/23 HP122/122 CMD32 Friday December 17th, 2021 5:17:32 PM
Ramirez joins the roulette table and the dealer who winked at him. I'm glad we are in agreement. So...which are you? Innocent or...?
Ramirez lays down a bet at the table as the gaming resumes. Maybe if this dealer isn't charmed he may be willing to part with some information.
RobC - Nira Wynvyre -- AC 21/13/18 -- CMD 20 -- HP 99/99 -- DarkVision/ArcaneSight/SeeInvis Friday December 17th, 2021 8:36:31 PM
Nira drops her invisibility. She's still on edge but at least things have settled down for the time being. She rejoins the men at the dice table.
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