Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. d20+1=21 ; Friday April 29th, 2022 10:43:07 PM
Mortimer shakes his hand, dismissing the spell he had cast. The flesh returns to his hand, but it seems the magic has left a slight stain upon his fingers. They appear slighter darker in tone. He hopes it wears off.
He's happy the two water gremlins have been dispatched. He sarcastically wishes they are enjoying the other side. Noting the variety of gremlins they have encountered, he tries to recall if any of them look like the first gremlin they killed. The one that almost killed him!
Mortimer starts to rummage through the pile of corpses, that were the food of these last two. He's trying to discern if there are any remains of the gremlin that look like the ones who could appear like human children; the ones from Agartha's lynching. If not, there are at least two more gremlin out there.
(Perception: 21, natural 20! For his examination of the corpses.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Friday April 29th, 2022 11:26:24 PM
Ash moves to the pool and helps anyone coming to the surface and needs aid out.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Saturday April 30th, 2022 12:37:40 AM
"I'm a miner, not a diver." he says to Drack. "It's the first time I summoned them."
Spells 0 - Create water, Flare, Light, Stabilize 1 - Cure light wound, Detect snares and pits (c), Entangle, (d) Magic stone, Speak with Animals 2 - Barkskin (c), Delay poison (c), Resist energy (c), (d) Soften earth and stone
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+6=25 ; Saturday April 30th, 2022 10:24:21 AM
Loryn just smiles, that went about like he was expecting and he didn't have anything to add. He will cast Detect Magic and assist Torry with the darts Arcane Knowledge 25
"You have yourself a cave system Mole. Fresh water and everything, though you'll probably want to fish the corpses out and see about cleaning it up before drinking anything, but a good start"
Loryn calls the Dancing lights back up to the surface, they'll be gone in a another couple minutes. He still had the torch though. "Maybe one last walk through, make sure we have not overlooked anything and then back to Minerva's for lunch."
DM Steve -- I'll try to be less impulsive, but... Saturday April 30th, 2022 11:03:54 AM Drack retrieves the darts and swims up after Torryn. He’s a bit grumpy about a couple of points on coordinating their attacks, and being in wet leather. Torrynashkabbeth decides to leave the darts, and swims up easier than she expected. Once she’s out of the water she dries herself and later Drack with magic. She has a sense of accomplishment. Manolo checks for an ambush while cheering the successful skirmish. Ash helps Torryn and Drack out of the pool. Mole admits this is the first time he’s summoned water elementals. Mortimer dismisses the spell he had prepared, and starts investigating to make sure all the gremlins they have seen are accounted for. Loryn is quiet again.
Torryn is able to get herself and Drack passably dry with her spell – no damage is done, but they are still a little damp. Manolo finds no sign of other gremlins waiting, and Mortimer finds the creatures they killed when they were here last, but no others among the corpses. In particular, there are no bodies of creatures that could have passed as children unless magic were involved. There is the gnome-sized, clawed beast that probably killed Ballo; five thin and tiny ones of the sort that set the deadfall for the group; one of the tiny dog-like ones that escaped through the crevices in the large room. Now they have two tiny lobster-dogs in the water as well. The small creature that was with the dog-like ones left no body when it detonated. Although the group may not have killed every gremlin that lived here, there is no sign that any that may have fled have come back. As the search ranges to the rest of the cave it becomes pretty clear that the fungus growing on the bedding would not be obvious had the bedding continued to be used.
The darts, when someone checks, are not magic.
(OOC: * No XP for this battle, but everyone earns a hero point. * The group may return to the boarding house without problems.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:20/20/16: CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Sunday May 1st, 2022 6:31:41 PM
Torryn decided that it would be wise to continue to use her magic to dry both her and Drack. She called upon her "fey" magic until the dampness vanished. Still, whilst she was proud of what she'd achieved, Drack's words resonated. They were words that she'd heard many times before. Stop and think before you act! For Al of Agratha's teachings Torryn was still far too impulsive.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Sunday May 1st, 2022 10:17:43 PM
"That I do." He says to Loryn.
Spells 0 - Create water, Flare, Light, Stabilize 1 - Cure light wound, Detect snares and pits (c), Entangle, (d) Magic stone, Speak with Animals 2 - Barkskin (c), Delay poison (c), Resist energy (c), (d) Soften earth and stone
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Monday May 2nd, 2022 7:54:11 AM
"Thanks for the drying Torry. Looks like Minerva's it is."
Drack will head back with the others, and change out of his leather armor.
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday May 2nd, 2022 10:14:34 AM
Loryn has a skip in his step as they return to Minerva's, though he did not do too much during the fight, the group that he was part of did and now his newish friend Mole had a place to start making all dwarf like. Not bad at all.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Monday May 2nd, 2022 11:18:57 AM
On the way back Torryn considered the need to learn to swim. It seemed like a wise thing to do, but she had so very much to learn in such a short amount of time. Something else would have to give if she was going to acquire that skill and it wasn't going to be her dancing! What sort of Sacred Dancer would she be if she could only dance passably well?
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. Monday May 2nd, 2022 12:07:58 PM
Mortimer explains his assessment after his examination of the half-eaten corpses. He stands up from the mutilated pile with the severed, black claw of the gnome-sized gremlin still in his hand. He gives it a quick sniff. After hearing Loryn's suggestion to go back and have lunch, he nonchalantly tosses the claw back down in the pile, and replies, "Yeah, I can eat. Feelin' quite peckish all of a sudden."
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 Monday May 2nd, 2022 6:43:20 PM
Manolo agrees to go back to safety. "What do you think happened with the other gremlins? ", he asks everybody.
The tall mage pulls Oslo out, and pets him while strolling back.
DM BatMark -- The Partyz Back in Town Monday May 2nd, 2022 8:25:19 PM Drack is happy to be dry and is ready to head to Minverva’s and get out of his leathers. Torrynashkabbeth finishes drying the damp party members, and reflects on the wise counsel of Drack and Agratha. She weighs the relative benefits of dancing and swimming, and apparently decides to drown with balletic grace next time. Manolo is ready to head back, but wonders about the few gremlins that remain unaccounted for. Ash comments darkly on gremlin cannibalism, and pets Oslo as he heads back to town. Mole agrees with Loryn. Mortimer gives his assessment of the gremlins, and proves that his cast-iron stomach has mastered death, or at least become inured to its grotesqueries. Loryn skips back to Minerva’s, content with the outcome of the fight.
The party makes its way back to town without further drama, at least until arriving back at Minerva’s. There in the common room is Phaedra (captain of the Windgard) and a human woman that the locals in the party recognize as Edwina Pippin, the mayor. The mayor is sitting with Minerva at a table, holding her hands and somehow both smiling and crying. Phaedra stands behind them awkwardly, shifting from foot to foot. There is a parchment scroll on the table, with a broken seal, along with a moderately full belt pouch.
Minerva seems at a loss, looking back and forth from the parchment to the mayor. When she sees you come in, she gathers herself and proclaims, ”I suppose I have much to think on tomorrow, but for now, our heroes return and need their replenishment and rest.” With that, she rises, and comes over to see what the party requires, calling for her helper to assist.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 3:04:08 AM "What is happening here?" Torryn asked quietly, entirely unsure what to make of the scene. Parchments though, magic was often placed upon such, so she peered at it engaging her fey sight.
(Torryn will surreptitiously deploy Detect Magic out of curiosity.)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 6:47:47 AM
"Drinks and food can wait Minerva. unless it's none of our business, what is happening?"
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 7:10:38 AM
Mole finds a seat. One of the others will find out what is going on. Right now, some food and drink are what he wants.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 d20+6=17 ; d20+6=12 ; Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 7:40:57 PM
Manolo tries to listen more to what is being said or conveyed.
Perception 17 Sense Motive 12
DM BatMark -- Minerva's Last Call Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 8:40:39 PM Drack waives off the food and drink in favor of finding out what is going on. Torrynashkabbeth wonders what is going on here, and tries to surreptitiously cast detect magic. Torryn Highlight to display spoiler: { You can tell that the parchment is not magic. Phaedra has some minor auras around her gear, not too surprising for the head of the local guards.} Manolo listens more to what is being said, looking for hidden meaning, but finds none. Mole on the other hand is all about the food and drink, others can figure out this social situation. Ash, Mortimer, and Loryn wait to see what happens next.
Phaedra reflexively tenses when Torryn starts to cast a spell, but must trust you because she just lets it happen. Minerva’s helper brings food and drink to those who want it, as Minerva herself takes her seat again when the party presses for the story. With a bit of a smile, and more than a tear or two in her eye, she offers, ”Dear Ballo, the gods rest his soul, has done me a fine turn, even in death. He apparently left this new will with the officials of the keep, and I have received most of his wealth, on the condition that I finally follow my dream to travel to Edenmoor. It will be hard to leave this place behind in some ways, but after all that has happened, perhaps it is time for me to pull up stakes and take on a new challenge. Ah, poor, wonderful, confounding Ballo!”
Phaedra and Edwina are still hanging about, perhaps unsure whether the matter is resolved.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. Tuesday May 3rd, 2022 9:25:15 PM
The smiling and crying confuses him. He doesn't, at first, understand how to react to it. He wonders, is she happy or sad? These opposing displays of emotion doesn't make sense. He looks to the others trying to get a read of the room.
Then all is explained. "Ohhh!" So this is a good thing, he thinks! Then why is she crying? As he sits down and begins his well-deserved meal and a pint, he continues ponder other thoughts with a smile. 'Good thing,' he thinks, 'I was planning on cleaning out Ballo's place after these bum muppets came to a sticky end.' A satisfying smile forms across his face. "Bravo, Minerva! Good for you ... you deserve it!"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Wednesday May 4th, 2022 5:14:40 AM
“Yes Minerva, I was imagining something more horrible had happened. It’s obviously a big decision whichever way you wish to decide.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Wednesday May 4th, 2022 6:45:37 AM
Torryn rushed up and embraced Minerva in a hug. She then released her and smiled. "Of course you must go. It was what Ballo wished and - I'm thinking he didn't just pluck that notion from the air at random. You'll be sorely missed and I know that change is always frightening, but it isn't always bad. So, just do what's best for YOU. Your decision won't hurt anyone else; so you have a clear conscience there." She smiled again and then whispered more conspiratorially "Once you've slept on it you'll find it's really quite exciting." Filled with excitement Torryn skipped away to half hide behind a tall chair. Grinning broadly she declared that this merited a party and that there should be dancing!
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Wednesday May 4th, 2022 7:58:32 AM
Loryn nods as Minerva explains, seems a fine enough turn. Torry's proclamation gets his attention,
"Are there occasions that don't?" he asks playfully
Turning back to Minerva he does have a question, "Is Edenmoor very far and is the road dangerous at all that you might want or need trusted companions on the journey?"
As some food and drinks are brought out, Loryn picks a pint and a bowl of soup and sits back to enjoy the spontaneous entertainment of Torry's dancing
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Wednesday May 4th, 2022 12:46:36 PM
"Congrats?" Ash asks and states at the same time, unsure if the move is what she wants. Ash takes his drink, and sits down fast, not wanting to be a part of any dancing. Not that he didn't enjoy merriment, but more he was scared to trip over a chair and make a dunce of himself.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 d20=7 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 6:05:53 PM
Manolo understands that someone dies but doesn't say anything.
He tries to recall anything interesting about Edenmoor.
d20=7
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 d20+10=19 ; Wednesday May 4th, 2022 10:07:44 PM
Mole listens with an ear to the conversation while eating. Thoughts of a party brings out a hrumph from the dwarf.
Perception DC19
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. Wednesday May 4th, 2022 10:41:20 PM
Mortimer leans over to Mole and asks, “Ya think you can summon an ale-lemental?”
DM BatMark -- Good night Wednesday May 4th, 2022 10:43:27 PM Drack is relieved that nothing horrible has happened. Torrynashkabbeth offers excited commentary and starts an impromptu dance party. Loryn teases Torryn about the dancing, because of course she started a dance party. He asks whether Edenmoor is far away, and does Minerva need companions for the journey. Manolo keeps his own counsel on the dead Ash takes his eat and drink, careful not to trip in an embarrassing way as the dancing starts. Mole harrumphs a bit at all the festivities. Mortimer sorts through the conflicting emotions of the moment and congratulates Minerva.
In response to Loryn's query, Minerva notes that Edenmoor, while much farther away than she has ever gone, is really only maybe a week’s travel to the south on the road to Izen. She appreciates the offer, but wouldn’t want to put you out and is quite sure that she can join a safe merchant caravan for the journey. It is supposed to be an exciting place to visit, and maybe even set up a new life! ”I will miss you all, of course, and will always be grateful to you for your help. I’ve arranged with the mayor for you to still have free rooms here, even after the hamlet takes over the boarding house.” The mayor nods, not at all grudgingly. Apparently, you have earned a bit of a good reputation hereabouts, what with running off the gremlins, wrestling pigs, and generally making a name for yourselves!
Phaedra and the mayor take their leave, and Minerva declares that she is off to bed as well, the better to meet the new day and the adventure that it brings. You are welcome to continue to enjoy the common room, head to bed, or pursue other interests at your leisure.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Thursday May 5th, 2022 7:06:00 AM
Well Torryn was not about to give up dancing that quickly! She gyrates her way over to Ash and slowly revolving performs a belly-dance-style booty shake, all the while giggling merrily.
"Come, Ash. You want to dance with me. Don't you?" Torryn was determined to get as many dancing as possible. If she couldn't persuade Ash - and she could be very persuasive - she's move on. Surely Mole wanted to dance.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Thursday May 5th, 2022 8:58:21 AM
Ash stares in amazement, knowing full well he couldn't dance to save his life. " As much as I would like to put a smile on everyones face, with my bad moves... I must pass. Ale, and food call my name. "
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 d20-1=4 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 9:52:17 AM
Mole watches Torryn harass Ash to dance with her to no avail. He sees her eyeing him. He takes a big bit of meat and a bigger drink of ale, but he can see she will not be dissuaded.
"FINE! Ya blasted woman. Don't say I didn't warn ya." Mole gets up, takes one more drink before moving off to dance with Torryn. To sum up his dancing in one word...Horrid. He stomps, stumbles, and nearly knocks everyone and everything over. In fact it would be hard to described what he was doing dancing.
After a few minutes of it and lots of laughs and jeers from onlookers, Mole's had enough. "Warned ya, didn't I." With that over, he moves back to his table, sits, and shouts "More ale!"
Perform(Dancing) DC4
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+2=4 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 11:12:59 AM
Loryn thanks Minerva and assures her that they will meet again and especially in the morning to see her off. The gnome starts his mind to making a grand send off breakfast, Minerva deserved that and he catches Phaedra and the mayor as they leave to tell them of his plan and if they could spread the invite about town he would be most grateful.
Upon returning he spies the end of Mole's 'dancing'. Loryn's eyes go wide and his mouth draws up to an 'OH' The gnome would not describe Mole's dancing as bad, but more like aggressive. It screamed I am dwarf all over it. He's only seen dwarf dance 1 other time and it was a group of them jostling about in a kind of pit. Well not really a pit, just what they called the area the 'dancing' occurred in
He smiles at the thought and at what is finishing in front of him. Not afraid of a good laugh, Loryn jumps in and quickly displays an equal ineptitude to the art of dance Perform Dance 4
After a few minutes of more awfulness from the gnome, he slides over to Ash, "See you big chicken. Nothing to it"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Thursday May 5th, 2022 4:43:59 PM
Drack wishes Minerva well, and thanks her and the Mayor for seeing to their accommodations.
The Paladin starts relaxing and enjoying himself until Torry starts trying to get people to dance. Once she talks Mole into it, Drack can only think “better him, than me.”
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 d20=17 ; d20=16 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 7:55:01 PM
Manolo chuckles when he sees Loryn and Mole dancing knowing very well he can't dance but stands up from his seat and tries to dance anyway.
Dance #1 17 Dance #2 16 (if needed)
DM BatMark -- Farewell and Hello, Who Is this? Thursday May 5th, 2022 10:06:33 PM Torrynashkabbeth tries again to lure Ash into dancing, unsuccessfully, and tries with Mole. Ash is amazed by Torryn’s forwardness, but still politely declines. Mole dwarfs up and rises to Torryn’s challenge, and puts on a display of painful awkwardness for the history books. Loryn, not to be outdone, shows that two out of three small humanoid species can’t dance. Manolo gives dancing a go, and actually pulls off some nice moves! Drack wishes Minerva well, thanks the mayor, and quietly is happy that it is the others dancing so badly. Mortimer
Eventually the evening’s festivities wind down, after hearty clapping along as Torryn and Manolo bust some moves. The night passes without event unless the party creates one. In the morning, with sore legs for the dancers and mildly throbbing heads for the drinkers in the party, the delicious aroma of breakfast wafting into the rooms. Loryn, helped by the staff and other villagers who show up to assist, has prepared a magnificent going away feast for Minerva. It really is something to behold. Other villagers wander in, and eventually the mayor and other potentates arrive as well. Minerva comes from her room with a pack, a sack, and a look of surprise to see all the fuss in the place. She again leaks a few tears of joy at all the attention. There is much good cheer, boisterous well-wishing, and eventually a farewell as Minvera takes her things to join a passing caravan headed south. She thanks the party again for all that you have done for her and the town, before climbing aboard a wagon and heading down the road.
As the breakfast party winds down, you notice that a tall, thin middle-aged man has left the caravan and approached the boarding house. He has plain but well-crafted grey robes, a weather-beaten traveler’s hat, and a pin with three interlocking rings of gold. He strides up, takes a look around and inquires, ”I seek the small glittering one, among a group of gremlin slayers. Or something like that, words are often misshapen after traveling far across the Wold. In any event, do you know where I might find such a fellow? I should like to speak to him and his companions on a matter of great import.” His eyes alight on Loryn, and he raises an eyebrow in interest…
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Thursday May 5th, 2022 10:16:45 PM
Drack will step forward to respond to the stranger in a somewhat protective tone. “Well, the seven of us”, pointing to the group, “ have been slaying gremlins recently. As far as small, there are a couple, but none I would consider glittery. What would your business be with them?”.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Thursday May 5th, 2022 10:22:15 PM
Drack, realizing that he probably came came across as a little hostile tries to fix his social inexperience. “Or perhaps I should restate that in a less defensive manner. What is it you would speak with us about?”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 d20+5=10 ; Thursday May 5th, 2022 10:56:09 PM
Ash tries to figure out if the Pin is some groups symbol, but his studies didn't venture to that aspect to often, and he was left in the dark.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Friday May 6th, 2022 3:31:35 AM
Torryn was far from aching come the morning. She was a dancer and by her standards there really hadn't been that much dancing. Nonetheless, she rose early and completed Agratha's full regimen of stretches before assisting with the breakfast banquet.
The stranger's enquiry was clearly directed towards Loryn. The gnome was a Glitterfall. It could only be he that the stranger sought. She said nothing. Loryn had a far better way with words than she. Torryn much preferred to let her feet and body do her talking.
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Friday May 6th, 2022 10:07:27 AM
Loryn is terribly pleased with himself on the outcome of the breakfast farewell and hands Minerva 'a little something for the road.' Within the folded sack cloth is a fresh loaf of soda bread. A wink and a smile later he is off to see if anyone needs anything. Minerva and the caravan head out and the gnome's attention is caught by the man in the grey cloak.
His smile almost cannot be hidden as Drack steps in. No denying his protective call from Domi
Loryn peers up at the human, "I am Loryn Glitterfall and so may fit your description aptly enough. My companions and I are just finishing a send off to a good friend and if you can spare a few moments for us to clean up and the kitchen is still open for breakfast if you wish to put in an order."
Loryn will excuse himself so that he may indeed clean up a bit, or at least get the clean up process underway before circling back to have a seat, quite interested in what this might be all about
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. Friday May 6th, 2022 4:31:22 PM
When the strange stranger addresses the gorup, Mortimer wonders how did Loryn become so famous. He doesn't care for the gremlin slayer title either ... sounds like a glorified rat catcher. It doesn't have the gravitas of gravedigger. He pours another pint and waits to hear what this stranger has to say.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Friday May 6th, 2022 4:39:14 PM
Mole observes the situation.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Friday May 6th, 2022 7:01:04 PM
Torryn felt it more important to clear things up: cutlery, food and anything else that merited her attention. Her simple fey magic was most useful to this task. Certainly, she felt that she was contributing more in that fashion than were she to sit with Loryn and add meaningfully to the discussion with the stranger. So it was that she busied herself tidying and cleaning. She had no doubt that the outcome of the meeting would be explained when it was convenient to do so.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 d20+6=25 ; Friday May 6th, 2022 8:36:05 PM
Manolo tries discern this man motives.
sense motive 25
DM BatMark -- Seeking Knowledge Friday May 6th, 2022 8:59:39 PM Drack steps forward protectively, but not with hostility. Torrynashkabbeth was blessedly free from any ill effects of the dancing, unlike some of her more rigid companions. She catches on to the stranger’s reference to Loryn Glitterfall and waits for others to speak. Ash looks at the stranger’s pin. Ash Highlight to display spoiler: {the pin is the symbol of the Sage’s Guild, which you know is dedicated to seeking out, storing, and sharing lore. It’s gold construction implies a fairly high rank in the Guild.} Mole observers the situation as it unfolds. Mortimer thinks ‘gravedigger’ has more gravitas than gremlin slayer, but pours another pint to hear what the stranger has to say. Loryn is justifiably pleased with the excellence of the breakfast, and appreciates Drack stepping forward as Domi would have it. He introduces himself, and offers the stranger breakfast before getting down to business. Manolo tries to discern the stranger’s motives. Manolo Highlight to display spoiler: {He seems genuinely interested in talking to the party, and what he says next rings true.}
The stranger welcomes the breakfast, and inquires as to the spices and techniques that made such a wonderful repast. ”If you please, I’d like the recipe, this is valuable knowledge to be shared with chefs across the Peninsula and beyond!” Once all hungers are sated, and the other villagers have returned to their normal daily business, he glances around the room, as if to be certain that only the party remains. Satisfied, he continues, ”Thank you for this fine welcome. I am Professor Crumblecore, an official of the Sage’s Guild, based in Plateau city. I was traveling in the area on other business when word reached me of various goings-on here in Windhorn Hamlet. I was already intrigued, what with the connection with the home of the storied Grey Knights, but also heard rumor that a mysterious ring had been found, and possibly the cause of mischief. Knowing the fey to be involved, I became concerned that more trouble might emerge from lore released unknowingly, and hastened here to evaluate the situation. So tell me, have I misjudged things, or can you add to the tales that I have heard?”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Saturday May 7th, 2022 6:19:39 AM
Torryn really didn't know what to say. More precisely, she didn't know where to begin. So she continued to busy herself, invoking minor Fey magic magic (Mage Hand and Mending) to expedite the clear up. She trusted the others to explain correctly. Well, maybe not so much Dracky: he did seem rather abrupt since his apotheosis. He meant well though, but so did Mole and he could be just as abrupt! Such thought made her smile - The Drack and Mole Diplomacy School. That would have a very short curriculum! She almost laughed out loud, but managed to contain her mirth, quickly facing away from the others in order to ostensibly finish cleaning.
Looking around, she realised that there really wasn't much else left to clean. She'd no doubt be expected to participate. If only dancing were involved. She was good at dancing.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Saturday May 7th, 2022 6:19:44 AM
Torryn really didn't know what to say. More precisely, she didn't know where to begin. So she continued to busy herself, invoking minor Fey magic magic (Mage Hand and Mending) to expedite the clear up. She trusted the others to explain correctly. Well, maybe not so much Dracky: he did seem rather abrupt since his apotheosis. He meant well though, but so did Mole and he could be just as abrupt! Such thought made her smile - The Drack and Mole Diplomacy School. That would have a very short curriculum! She almost laughed out loud, but managed to contain her mirth, quickly facing away from the others in order to ostensibly finish cleaning.
Looking around, she realised that there really wasn't much else left to clean. She'd no doubt be expected to participate. If only dancing were involved. She was good at dancing.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Sunday May 8th, 2022 8:16:36 PM
Ash follows Torryn's lead and watches her cast spells, noting how easily she does it.
"Our dealings were with a group of Gremlins, various species. They took refuge in a cave, and were reaking Havoc on the town. "
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday May 9th, 2022 10:16:32 AM
"Welcome to Minerva's Professor Crumblecore. A pleasure to have a member of the Sage's Guild here with us in Windhorne."
Loryn smiles and looks at Ash as he provides a short summary of the recent events and chuckles. That was certainly the short version.
Loryn waves his hands dismissively at the mention of the ring, "No, no. The ring was not the cause, twas the gremlins. We encountered evidence all over about them. But we firmly believe that we have seen the last of any mischief from that particular direction."
Loryn was still concerned about the man who seemed very intent on burning Agatha at the stake and his unknown associates that were lurking in the woods that night. That was something he would not be forgetting soon if ever until that mystery was solved.
His mind snaps back to the present,
"Adding to the tales, well hard to say without knowing what you heard , but there was a pair of ogres that came into town not too long ago as well. We were thinking they were part of the gremlins mischief at the time. 1 is still, I think, within the cells of the keep. He told a tale of a young human girl, who gave he and his ogre friend several casks of ale in return to come and storm the party that was going on. We know it could have been no human girl from Windhorne, or anywhere else for that matter, and so we fell into thinking a shapechanger or gremlin under a guising spell."
he glances about at his friends, "I think that covers it, right?"
so the professor he asks, "So how in the great wide Wold did you hear of me specificall."? I am just a gnome of no great importance in this great Wold?"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Monday May 9th, 2022 10:56:53 AM
Drack simply watches, at the ready, and let's Loryn handle the talking. He makes a mental note to himself that he will need to work on his mannerism's and formalities in the future. It wouldn't serve Domi very well if he were offending everyone he talked to.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Monday May 9th, 2022 4:13:19 PM
Mole continues to observe the situation.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. d20=1 ; Monday May 9th, 2022 4:58:24 PM
'A gnome of no great importance,' Mortimer holds back a laugh and takes a long sip from his pint. He sits back and lets the others engage the stranger. He's never trusted these blatherskiting toffs and their secret societies. He's after the ring, plain and simple. He called out Loryn by name ... how did he know he had the ring? He knows more than what he's letting on.
(Sense Motive: 1)
However, Mortimer can't get a proper read on the stranger. Either he's got magic blinding his senses or he's had too much to drink. So he'll have to rely on his previously established prejudices.
(Backstory: Mortimer knows nothing about his family history, but much of his mistrust was bred into him by his bloodline. Most of his family history has been lost to time. There may be a written records still in existence, in some ancient tome or scroll. However such knowledge of the Margrave family and their descendants are locked in the libraries of loremasters or tucked away in hidden places. Mortimer simply has no idea that his once great and infamous family were hunted down and slaughtered by people like this.)
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 Monday May 9th, 2022 6:30:29 PM
Manolo scratches his head as the others explain and asks the sage, "So what ring are you looking for ? How does it look like ? What is it that makes it very important and perhaps dangerous ?", Manolo asks calmly with a interested tone, firing question after another.
DM BatMark -- Yes, offer me the ring, small one... Monday May 9th, 2022 8:45:24 PM Drack watches and holds his tongue, lest he disrupt the proceedings in a way incompatible with Domi’s will. Torrynashkabbeth busiedf herself with cleaning (magically!) and trusted some of the others to carry on the discussion. Manolo asks what ring the fellow is looking for and what makes it dangerous. Ash follows Torryn’s lead and watches her magic. He describes some of the quest against the gremlins. Mole continues to observe the situation. Mortimer is suspicious, but unsure, of the stranger. Loryn welcomes the Professor, and describes in more detail some of the threats to the hamlet. He asks how the Professor knew of him.
The Professor amiably if succinctly answers your questions. ”Well, I wasn’t looking for Master Glitterfall here originally, but various rumors came to my ears and so I came to investigate. A ring found, mysterious fires, fey all around–I thought perhaps there was a curse at work, perhaps connected to this ring. It is a trope in all those plays for a reason, after all! So you did find a ring then? Would you like me to examine it, in order to make sure that it is not one of the sources of mischief here? Such lore can be dangerous when the fey are involved, after all. Do you wish you had never seen the thing? Or ask why it came to you? Or why you were chosen? Such questions can be answered. If it is a menace, I am authorized by the Guild to offer you a fair price for it, that the dangerous lore be removed for safekeeping, unused. Knowledge is generally to be shared, but even that principle has some limits–some things are not meant for mortal folk. The decision lies with you, but I will help you with this burden, if you allow it.”
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Tuesday May 10th, 2022 4:23:22 AM
She didn't like him. She wasn't exactly sure why. Perhaps because just too insistent. Perhaps he was too leading with his questions. Perhaps it was his disparagement of all things Fey when she was part Fey. Torryn gently extended her newfound sense. Was he evil? She did her best not to scowl as she she did so. Most likely she'd got entirely the wrong end of the stick. It wouldn't be the first time that had happened. Her intuition seemed largely limited to musical interpretation.
OOC: Detect Evil (ability)
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 d20+4=16 ; Tuesday May 10th, 2022 8:23:19 AM
Drack tries to sense the the motives behind the offer to examine the ring(sense motive 16). Assuming that he senses nothing is being hidden he will chime in.
"Might be a good idea Loryn. Can't really hurt to have it examined by people used to dealing with such things."
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Tuesday May 10th, 2022 8:45:37 AM
" I understand that being part of the sage's guild would indicate that someone is inquisitive, but is there a reason for your questioning? Are we on trial? You also seem persistent to take the ring. Don't take this as an attack, but it seems, how should I say this... odd."
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday May 10th, 2022 9:48:54 AM
Loryn listens and purses his lips in thought as the older sage speaks. he did, after all, likely know far more on such matters than himself and certainly more than the young humans about him.
"Well we were gifted the ring, it was not a found by us and i have been able to deduce that is can summon a small elemental of fire and we were able to determine that there is a necromantic tint on the ring. Haven't gone much further than that."
Glancing over at Drack, "Inclined to agree."
Then over to Ash and he pauses a moment, "A good point as well," Looking back, "this is odd and my question is what rumors? It has been less than a week since we came into possession of the ring and only a couple of days from the elemental summoning."
"I have no qualms with you looking at the ring. After all you are a member of the Sages Guild and several of us are with The Woldian League of Adventurers and there should be cooperation between us I think."
Loryn produces the ring and places it on the table, "But I think we should hear more detail on what brought you here."
Loryn thought the man was making far more of the thing than need be, phrases like Chosen, mortal folk and burden seemed a bit over dramatic to the sensible gnome.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 Tuesday May 10th, 2022 7:15:19 PM
"You seem to speak the truth about the fact that you are from the sages guild and you seem pure with your intentions", Manolo says as the Professor get the ring for further examination.
OOC: assuming he gets to examine the ring.
DM BatMark -- He seems ok to me... Tuesday May 10th, 2022 9:29:18 PM Drack tries to sense the Professor’s motives, and suggests that Loryn let him examine the ring. Drack Highlight to display spoiler: {The Professor seems on the up and up, and genuinely interested in keeping dangerous lore out of the wrong hands.} Torrynashkabbeth doesn’t like the professor, and scans him for evil. Torryn Highlight to display spoiler: {You detect no evil, and know that if he is really a Professor in the Guild and were evil, he would be powerful enough to register on your scan.} Manolo lets the others know that the Professor seems genuine. Ash asks why the Professor is being so persistent. Mole waits quietly Mortimer waits quiet as death Loryn explains some of the ring’s backstory, puts it on the table, and asks for more detail regarding what brought the Professor here.
The Professor, with tolerably good patience, reiterates that he was in the area on other business when the first stories about the gremlins, the group of adventurers, and the ring reached him. ”We in the Guild do keep an ear out for interesting developments, and this area certainly seems to be picking up lately!” When Loryn puts the ring on the table, Crumblecore starts to reach out for it, then reconsiders and asks, ”If it would not be too alarming, I think I should like to cast a spell to better understand what mischief might be afoot with the ring, if any.” If there are no objections, he casts a spell and looks carefully at the ring.
(You may try a DC 17 Spellcraft Roll; if successful Highlight to display spoiler: {He is casting Detect Curse.}
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. d20=3 ; Tuesday May 10th, 2022 9:36:30 PM
When the ring goes on the table, Mortimer sobers up quickly. He sets his drink down on the table not so gently. He doesn't say anything. His eyes dart to Loryn for being so trusting. His posture stiffens a bit at first but then he relaxes back into his chair. What is done is done. All he can do now is sit back and watch what this toff is going to do. If he wishes to buy the Firestarter, he better offer a very shiny pile of coin.
(Sense Motive: 3)
He's sobering up a touch, but still no read on the man. The voices around him, from the shadows, offer their own opinions. He chooses not to acknowledge them.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:17/17/10. hp:21/21. d20+5=11 ; Tuesday May 10th, 2022 9:50:53 PM
(DM beat me to the punch, but his assessment of Mortimer is accurate :)
(Spell Craft: 11)
He has no idea what kind of spell he's casting. The method seemed odd; the words spoken like a request.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Wednesday May 11th, 2022 6:49:06 AM
That was definitely a spell he was casting. Yes, she was pretty sure of that, but what it was, she not a clue. Apparently you could identify spells by the gestures and words, but Torryn's magic didn't really work like that: it was instinctive and she'd never made a study of such arcane spellcraft. Still, she was confidently that he bore no evil intent; so held her peace.
They often said that first impressions count and this mage's first impression was not good. She still didn't like him. Torryn was pretty certain that he couldn't dance either!
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Wednesday May 11th, 2022 9:14:35 AM
Feeling like the man is being straightforward, Drack watches, counting on the other spell casters to alert him if the spell being cast was a danger to them.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Wednesday May 11th, 2022 9:56:01 AM
Mole continues to watch the goings on. Sages and mages were things better left to the mages.
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K d20+10=19 ; Wednesday May 11th, 2022 10:50:38 AM
Loryn decides to himself that he would have to be satisfied on the answer given and lets the matter drop. They do say that news travels fast ad here was evidence. Whos was he to argue with it.. Loryn offers no objections to the casting of a spell, it was a prudent measure. He certainly would before picking up an unknown magic item. The gnome recognizes the spell and when completed he asks with a raised eyebrow, "So were you able to detect a curse upon the ring?"
"I should tell you that I have worn it of course, and as stated earlier, activated the summoning aspect. But do tell, what do think?" Loryn asks pleasantly. By nature, Loryn trusted the noble races. They would do and act as they say and it was how he interacted with them until proven wrong. To the gnome, it seemed an exhausting burden to guard against the few who meant deceit and harm versus the vast majority that did not.
Spellcraft 19
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 d20=19 ; Wednesday May 11th, 2022 7:12:53 PM
Manolo waits for the professor replay. He looks with great interest at the professor gestures but doesn't understand them.
He says out loud what he thinks the professor is doing of of sheer curiosity.
d20=19
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:13/13/10. hp:21/21. d20+8=20 ; Wednesday May 11th, 2022 8:29:51 PM
Talk of curses seems to bring out the local phantasma. Candles flicker, the shadows around Mortimer deepen and darken. All this only exacerbates Mortimer's souring mood. When the spirits become roused and whipped into a frenzy, they tend to become quite handsy. Mortimer is quickly losing his patience, while his personal boundaries are increasingly violated.
"WHAA! Umm, What is your assessment," he inquires?
(Bluff: 20, to hide his smoldering and growing displeasure.)
DM BatMark -- Lets' Make a Deal Wednesday May 11th, 2022 9:30:20 PM Drack thinks the guy is being straightforward and watches to see what happens. Torrynashkabbeth is pretty sure the guy is casting a spell, but has no idea which one. Manolo offers unschooled thoughts re the spell and waits to see what happens. Ash waits to see what happens. Mole watches while the magic guys sort things out. Mortimer sobers up a touch, and starts to get grumpy with the Professor, but hides it well enough for the moment. Loryn perceptively asks whether the Professor detected any curses on the ring.
The Professor continues to concentrate for a few more moments, then nods to Loryn. ”Yes, quite right, Master Glitterfall, the ring is indeed cursed. A whiff of enchantment and necromancy, I think. Fortunately, these sorts of gremlin curses–I suspect jinkins, by the way–they do not tend to transfer from the item to the bearer. Rather, they make the item malfunction in potentially dangerous ways. I did not detect any curse on you or your companions, so that is something to be thankful for. Such curses are not easily reversed. So let me make you an offer on behalf of the Guild. If you will accept payment of 14,000 gold pieces, I will take this off your hands and the Guild will ensure that it is kept from causing further harm. I assure you that this is a fair price, and hope you will accept our offer.”
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Wednesday May 11th, 2022 9:55:19 PM
Ash's eyes almost pop out of his head when he hears the sum offered. Did you say fourteen thousand?" He asks. "As in gold pieces?"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 d20=18 ; Thursday May 12th, 2022 5:15:07 AM "Ha!" Torryn barked a short laugh. She immediately covered her mouth with her hand, but the smile never left her eyes. What the mage said made sense: the item was cursed. She would have given it to him for safe keeping and been grateful enough of that. Being given money for it and so much seemed preposterous. Perhaps the others wanted the money. Torryn had no great use for it. It had been hard enough persuading her parents to accept the coins she provided. There was no possibility that they'd accept more. Torryn composed herself as best she could.
(Bluff; 18+3: 21)
She had no preference truly. Whatever Loryn decided was fine with her. If she was given some wealth, she intended to donate it to those that had more need of it. If she received no coin, then that was one less thing to be concerned about.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Thursday May 12th, 2022 8:23:59 AM
"Sounds like a good idea to me. Trading a cursed item for a good amount of gold that we can use to upgrade our equipment. The better our equipment is, the better we will be, and be better prepared to help those that need it."
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Thursday May 12th, 2022 11:02:12 AM
Loryn nods as the professor explains his findings and frowns a bit at the amount. He was all very prepared to tell the good man 'not for sale', so that he could keep fiddling with the ring. It wasn't really that dangerous and he was hoping to learn to speak with the summoned creature, but now that was not likely. They were just offered a real sizable amount of gold for it. Drack was already in, as was Ash and Torry and he knew Mortimer would certainly be for selling the ring for such an amount and so was Loryn himself.
Oh why couldn't the offer had been some trivial amount so he could turn it down and keep the ring.
Loryn gives everyone a look, nodding. The gnome was no merchant, he was cook. "A generous offer that we will accept good sir. The ring belongs to the Sages Guild."
Loryn slides it across more fully to the professor
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Thursday May 12th, 2022 4:06:50 PM
Mole has little to add. Coin would benefit them more than a cursed ring.
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 Thursday May 12th, 2022 8:30:39 PM
Manolo agrees with the party and he asks the professor without thinking.
"Did you hear about anything similar happening somewhere else ?", he simply asks. "Cursed items popping out of nowhere or gremlins causing mayhem somewhere else ?"
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:13/13/10. hp:21/21. Thursday May 12th, 2022 9:22:28 PM
Moritmer nearly falls out of his chair when he hears the number. He sees visions of greatness and debauchery ...expensive clothes and cheap women! In that moment, he honestly asks himself a very tough question ... does he like these people enough not to pinch all their shares? No answer yet comes to him. He chooses to table the discussion for a later time. For now he wants to be shown the shinnies.
A different question creeps in past the cheap women ... "Umm, minus the pesky curse, do you know what this type of ring is called?"
DM BatMark -- Done! Thursday May 12th, 2022 10:24:37 PM Drack looks forward to some gear upgrades. Torrynashkabbeth manages to compose herself, and thinks about who to donate the windfall to. Manolo agrees with the deal and asks about similar gremlin hijinks. Ash goes gaga over the offer of gold. Mole agrees that gold is better than a cursed ring. Mortimer has various fantasies about what the gold might bring, and asks what the ring is called. Loryn accepts the offer with some reluctance.
The Professor opines that the ring is a ring of elemental summoning, just a fey-cursed one. He is not aware of any similar recent gremlin infestations in the area, although of course over history, there have been such. He reaches into a small haversack and draws out a bag that hits the table with a satisfying clink. Upon examination, you find that it has the promised amount of gold.
With that, he rises, thanks you for the stories and trust, and wishes you well in your next, better-equipped quest. ”Well, I must be back to the business that originally drew me to the nearby region. Have a good day!” He turns and exits the boarding house, leaving you quite a bit richer. It seems quiet, compared to the recent breakfast festivities and the intense conversation with the Professor. No source of danger presents itself, so perhaps you have some time to spend around town, including a visit to the Catacombs window at the Keep, if you like.
(Each PC gains 2000gp from the sale of the ring.)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Friday May 13th, 2022 2:41:46 AM
Being better equipped to handle the trouble that came their way; it did seem like a good idea. Could she find a magical spear for that money? Even if she could, was it worth it? Such a fortune could do a lot of good and help a lot of people. Torryn decided it would be best to talk it over with Stratus. She almost immediately doubted herself. Surely she gain an understanding of the cost of such things before getting into a moral debate? That did seem more sensible. Her, sensible? When did that start happening?
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Friday May 13th, 2022 7:54:06 AM
Drack nods as the stranger puts down the bag of coins, and thanks him for a fair deal.
"Well guys, looks like this will be an easy split. 2,000 gp each. I suppose we can split it now and each go buy what they want? I'm thinking I'm going to upgrade to some heavy duty armor since i plan on being on the receiving end of most of the attacks by the bad guys. That, and Loryn, and perhaps others, can cast a spell on my sword to make it magical. Any thoughts on that or group items before we all go running off?"
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Friday May 13th, 2022 10:34:48 AM
(OOC: Having looked through the book, 2000 does not buy very much.)
"Two thousand gold coins is a lot of money, but magic is expensive. From what I recall from Agratha's lessons, I think I'd have to spend ALL my coins just to get a magical spear and that spear would be only just a tiny bit magical. I'm not sure that I can justify such expense. I mean, two thousand can do a lot of good hereabouts" Torryn mused.
(OOC: +1 Spear =2k. Bracers +1 do not stack with her Mage Armour. Possibly the Necklace of Fireballs - she'd get 3 - and that would leave some to donate.(350gp) Equally Torryn is happy to donate to anyone that has a pressing need for something a little more expensive.)
"I'm really not at all sure to do for the best. If any of you have your eyes on something special, I don't mind assisting with my coins as there's nothing that immediately jumps to mind." She added.
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:13/13/10. hp:21/21. Friday May 13th, 2022 11:16:07 AM
Mortimer chimes in to the discussion. "I would like one of those fancy chain shirts; the one made from mithral. I saw one at the Catacombs when I was there last. Eating a lot of fine food and drink now, I am. Might as well protect my investment, yeah."
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:13/13/10. hp:21/21. Friday May 13th, 2022 11:26:35 AM
He adds, "While on the high top (Plateau City), might as well stop by the WLA and pay my dues and be schooled on wearin' armour. Anyone else coming?"
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Friday May 13th, 2022 11:38:05 AM
(ooc: I'm pondering MW full plate. Mithral would be great, but it's going to be awhile before I could afford that.Either that, or I hold off for awhile, and wait until I can afford the Mithral Full plate, and then enhance it as is afforded.)
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Friday May 13th, 2022 12:27:48 PM
Ash takes his gold, and pickets it.. making mental notes of what he can purchase. "Ill tag along if anyone is going to the Catacombs. "
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Friday May 13th, 2022 12:27:49 PM
Ash takes his gold, and pickets it.. making mental notes of what he can purchase. "Ill tag along if anyone is going to the Catacombs. "
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 Friday May 13th, 2022 7:35:09 PM
Before taking his share of gold, he runs towards the direction of the sage and shouts "If you need help you know where to find us !"
DM BatMark -- What to buy? Friday May 13th, 2022 11:27:37 PM Ash is ready to head over to the catacombs. Mortimer is ready to buy and train. Manolo offers aid to the adage as he goes. Torrynashkabbeth ponders what is best for her and the party. Mole Stowe Drack ponders how best to upgrade his armor. Loryn
Those who like are able to make deals in the Catacombs. You can also sell mundane loot for half value. After all the recent hubbub, the Hamlet by the next morning seems to have returned to something resembling normalcy. You are free to do things in and near the Hamlet for a few days if you need to tend to various matters, such as training. Folks seem to be giving you additional respect after your most recent exploits and the visit of the Sage’s Guild rep!
(OOC: feel free to coordinate buying and spending plans via email, as that is very time consuming via post!)
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Sunday May 15th, 2022 4:07:26 AM
Torryn ventured out. The Catacombs were her destination. She didn't have anything specific in mind to purchase, but was prepared to be guided by the others and to help them buy what they required should that be necessary. It seemed that life was a lot less complicated without money. She smiled. It really wouldn't be a concern for long. Maybe she'd just buy a new outfit and gift the rest.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Sunday May 15th, 2022 4:24:25 AM
Torryn ventured out. The Catacombs were her destination. She didn't have anything specific in mind to purchase, but was prepared to be guided by the others and to help them buy what they required should that be necessary. It seemed that life was a lot less complicated without money. She smiled. It really wouldn't be a concern for long. Maybe she'd just buy a new outfit and gift the rest.
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Monday May 16th, 2022 8:27:40 AM
Ash heads out, following Torryn to the catacombs.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 Monday May 16th, 2022 8:40:18 AM
Drack will head out to the catacombs with the others.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 Monday May 16th, 2022 9:45:40 AM
Mole heads out with the others.
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Monday May 16th, 2022 10:34:03 AM
Loryn will also head to the Catacombs. Torry was correct, of course, magic was quite expensive, but he could think of several potions that could come in handy or that might be very prudent to get his hands on. being a hero was dangerous business, else everyone would do it. A friend of the family once told him 'Being an adventurer or hero, or relic hunter is great and has a wonderful retirement plan. Trick is to live long enough.'
And so Loryn was off to buy a healing potion or 2
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 Monday May 16th, 2022 6:12:33 PM
Seeing no response from the sage he decides to return back and just eats a little meals and goes to sleep again.
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Monday May 16th, 2022 6:40:45 PM
Perhaps a healing potion was a good idea. Torryn decided not to make any firm decisions until she got to the catacombs and saw what was available and at what price. Those prices though, would likely be horrific!
Mortimer Margrave (Stephen F.): ac:13/13/10. hp:21/21. Monday May 16th, 2022 8:33:54 PM
Mortimer continues to wait patiently at the Catacombs. While there is time, he does peruse the Catacombs inventory catalog. His eyes bug out at the prices. He can't imagine ever being able to afford such things.
DM BatMark -- Playing for Keeps Monday May 16th, 2022 8:48:34 PM Drack heads to the Catacombs. Torrynashkabbeth goes window shopping in the Catacombs. Manolo eats a bit and naps. Ash also heads to the Catacombs. Mole heads to the Catacombs too. Mortimer gets lost in the Catacombs for a bit. Loryn shops for some potions and such.
Mole shows back up with a nifty looking haversack, while Drack has something sloshing in his pouch. As the party wanders back into the boarding house in the afternoon, a young lad with a determined look enters as well. A little out of breath, he says, ”Captain Phaedra requests you heroes attend a meeting with her at the Keep. At your earliest convenience, she said.” With a clumsy bow, he rushes back out the door.
(You may make a DC 10 Sense Motive or Knowledge Nobility or Knowledge Local check to Highlight to display spoiler: {know that ‘at your earliest convenience’ really means ‘come now, if not sooner’})
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 d20=12 ; Tuesday May 17th, 2022 5:46:54 AM
The 'window shopping' turned into a little bit more than that. It was partly the design and partly her desire to be useful that propelled Torryn to again act impulsively. This impulse purchase was of a necklace. It was very pretty, having three small roses heads hanging from it. Two were yellow, the middle one was red. It was explained to her that this item was in fact magical. More than that it was a Necklace of Fireballs. Each "flower" could be plucked from the chain and thrown. Where it landed a ball of fire would erupt! Of course there were risks - you really didn't want it blowing up whilst you were wearing it. Nor did you particularly want to catch your friends in the blast area, which was by all accounts, not insignificant. Still, it was pretty and Torryn bought it for 1650gp.
Back in the hamlet she donated 200gp to the church so that they might distribute it to best effect to help those in need.
(OOC: Torryn saved 150gp)
Message received, Torryn understood the urgency. "That's a summons if ever I heard one." She said as soon as the young man had left. No doubt Mole considered the youth little more than a boy, but truthfully, Torryn wasn't that much older - so to her, he was a young man.
With her new necklace proudly on show and her iron headed spear in hand she declared herself ready to answer the summons.
Drack (Chris J) - hp 30/30 - AC 15 d20+4=7 ; Tuesday May 17th, 2022 8:59:17 AM
Failing to catch that it was an immediate request, Drack will follow Torryn's lead.
"I'm going to throw my gear on now, in case this is an urgent issue."
Drack will throw on his breastplate, and grab the rest of his gear before heading out with the others.
Mole; (RichP) AC 18; HP 33/33; CMD 15 d20+4=24 ; Tuesday May 17th, 2022 10:51:42 AM
Mole recognizes the order and not a request. He gathers his things in his new haversack before waiting outside the inn.
Sense Motive DC24
Ash Macfarlane - Shawn R; AC: 11(T 11, FF 10), CMD: 24 HP: 23/23 Tuesday May 17th, 2022 12:03:33 PM
Ash didn't need to be keen in local customs to know what that summons meant. He headed out with the others, making note of his money. (Ash didn't buy anything at the Catacombs)
AC 13 HP 19/19 Loryn Glitterfall; Dan K Tuesday May 17th, 2022 5:08:20 PM
Loryn was not overly paying attention as the young boy entered. His mind had returned to the apparent fact that the group was in charge and possibly would become the defacto owners of what was Minerva's
The bustle form Drack and Torry brought him back to the current situation and as the rest of the group is heading out, he falls in line to see what is so urgent
Manolo (Michael A) -- AC 17/15/12 -- CMD 17 -- HP 12/13 d20+7=8 ; Tuesday May 17th, 2022 6:48:00 PM
Manolo wakes up quite refreshed but still in sleepy drowsy mode of thinking. Asking the others still confused "What do captain Phaedra wants from us?.....it can wait till I wake up ," he says and continues as he stretches a little bit.
Local Knowledge 8
Torrynashkabbeth (Nick K) HP: 21/21 AC:16/16/12 CMD: 16. F:4; R: 6; W: 6 Tuesday May 17th, 2022 6:55:05 PM "No, Manny, you have to come now. As in Right Now." Torryn explained patiently before not so patiently prodding his outstretched leg with the butt end of her spear. She gave him a winning smile to mitigate that less gentle encouragement and then set forth to the meeting.
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