Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: asleep ! Swim 60' Thursday April 20th, 2023 11:09:12 PM
Kiwina wakes when sufficiently poked and prodded by Tsak and Falco. He gets up and catches up on what has happened.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Thursday April 20th, 2023 11:27:54 PM
Ayotnom says, "We need to do something about the Beholder. I mean, good it is petrified but that can be reversed. I say we try to smash the statue in that way they won't be able to use it for what they were planning and then we get out of here."
Ayotnom flies over to the statue and tries to pick it up and fly with it up to where he would be at height and then drop it from that height letting gravity do the work for him.
DM Mark - All Quiet on the Warehouse Front (for now) d8=7 ; d4=4 ; d4=1 ; d20=13 ; d20=19 ; Friday April 21st, 2023 1:27:24 AM Tsak picks up the glowing shuriken as he moves to Kiwina to wake the centaur. He asks what the plan is. Mak warns that guards may be on the way. He tells Tsak to leave the centaur alone, and to bring Mak the portable hole. He breaks off two remaining eyestalks to get the rings on them. Falco feels a bit badly about the crispy foe. He moves over to check on Kiwina. Wil finds there is no one to attack. (Sorry I left S2 on the map. I clarified in the post that he fled through the passwall and is nowhere to be seen.) Elyas would like to attack S3, but there is a wall in the way. Elyas has a glowing shuriken sticking out of him, but at least he can see well because of this. Kiwina stands after being awakened by his friends. Ayotnom says that the Petals should break up this stone beholder. He goes to pick up the 6’ diameter sphere of stone but finds he cannot lift it. (Ayotnom can lift about 130 lb over his head. This stone sphere weighs about 6,000 lbs.)
Mak wants to roll the beholder into the portable hole. Trouble is, no one is carrying the portable hole - it’s still on the Rose. (It is not on anyone’s character sheet that I can tell, and not all the players even have a “share” of the hole on their character sheet. Mak’s character sheet suggests it is on the Rose. Please let me know if I missed something.)
It would be some work to try to roll it out of the warehouse - it’s a pretty heavy stone. It would not fit through the passwall. It would probably fit through the actual doorway, but you’re not sure if there are obstacles beyond that. Much of the town slopes down toward the harbor, and if this stone got away from you it’ll probably keep going through some buildings and killing some folks.
The one remaining Jelly flees out through the passwall muttering something in a language you do not understand. It would provoke an attack of opportunity from Wil if he was holding a melee weapon, but he is holding ranged weapons.
There is a great stone sphere, and six of the ten eyestalks have been broken off. Two dead men lay on the floor, along with one dead Jelly. Those of you that got sprayed by one of the Jellys really smell, kind of like you got sprayed by a skunk.
It’s quiet - for now. We are still going round by round because your DM is interested in how long you stay here in this warehouse.
Status: Tsak - Sickened (5/5 rounds, -2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.) Mak - Sickened (3/5 rounds, -2 penalty on all attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, saving throws, skill checks, and ability checks.)
—--------------------------------------------- Lighting is tricky, so let me clarify. Anything highlighted in yellow is a lightsource, both those Continual Flame torches and the open Passwall are providing 20’ of normal light, and another 20’ of dim light. Double that if you have low-light vision. Remember that counting squares means every diagonal direction counts as 1.5 square.
Dim Light: In an area of dim light, a character can see somewhat. Creatures within this area have concealment (20% miss chance in combat) from those without darkvision or the ability to see in darkness. Darkness: In areas of darkness, creatures without darkvision are effectively blinded. Characters with darkvision can see lit areas normally as well as dark areas within 60 feet. A creature can’t hide within 60 feet of a character with darkvision unless it is invisible or has cover.
The ceiling is 40’ high. There is debris on the floor that makes some of the area encumbered terrain where noted - pieces of crates, old bones, trash, etc. You now know the pungent, acrid stench is from these jellyfish-like creatures.
When you post, be sure to note what spells you have cast that affect others and that affect you so I don’t miss that. I cannot take into account effects that I don’t see listed.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 Friday April 21st, 2023 6:32:01 AM
Rolth smashes the great eye of the beholder with his morningstar and encourages Make to cut off the rest of the eyestalks. That done, he says "Grab the three rings and let's get out of here now, through the passwall. Back to the Rose it is, I think."
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 Friday April 21st, 2023 6:33:06 AM
And of course we should take the eyestalks as trophies.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Friday April 21st, 2023 9:23:49 AM
Falco happily moves to leave walking just past Rolth and cast detect magic to the east just in case he spots something of use.
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Bless / Shield Of Faith / Inspire Courage ______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|24/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,BS,IC,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+16+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Friday April 21st, 2023 9:55:20 AM
Mak grabbed up the eyestalks and any rings left on the ground while he cautioned the others. "We need to make certain there isn't an ambush outside waiting on us. Give me a second." he finished as he swept his cape around and vanished in a cloud of smoke.
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Friday April 21st, 2023 9:58:46 AM
Kiwina agrees with breaking off all the eye stalks. If there's a way to roll the stone out and leave it in public, he's for that too. He checks -- what is the warehouse constructed of, and how thick is the wall?
The place to go isn't the Rose, though. It's the House of Tide (Wil's friends), to wait for a contact. Isn't it?
Posting for Elyas(Ben) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) Friday April 21st, 2023 12:01:20 PM
Elyas is disappointed he is unable to finish off the last of the attackers. He joins the others by the Beholder and agrees they should destroy it.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d6=5 ; d6=6 ; d6=5 ; d6=3 ; Friday April 21st, 2023 12:11:47 PM
Wil joins the others and casts Positive Energy recharge for the group. (+19 hp) "Honestly, I was so ready for more. I'm ready to dangle by a thread fighting a mob of these guys," he says confidently. "Just none of those Galvo. I would rather stay away from those.. but let's get some chicken to go and slip out of here."
Orisons: Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Guidance Lv1: Protection from Evil/Chaos..etc, Entropic Shield, Divine Favor, Bless, Shield of Faith, - D: True Strike Lv2: Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon, Spiritual Weapon D: Touch of Idiocy (if needed - Cure Moderate Wounds) Lv3: Wind Wall, Dispel Magic, Searing Light, - D: protection from energy Lv4: Magic Weapon, Greater, Imbue with Spell Ability - D: Confusion Shadow Dancer Special: Hide in plain sight Channel 4d6 Goblin seal of... of Sanctuary:
Like the 1st level cleric spell, but (1 round/level) + 1d3 rounds, thereby giving at least 2 rounds at a low level. Once cast the seal breaks, and becomes deactivated. The seal Expires on 3/12/2024
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 Friday April 21st, 2023 4:01:18 PM "Um, no, we aren't stopping for more chicken. The last thing we want is more witnesses that we were in the area."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Invisible, Sickened, Stung, Inspired Saturday April 22nd, 2023 3:22:22 AM
Tsak is kind of happy the hole was left behind and won't be used to 'dispose' of the beholder, seems like a waste of a good hole. However, he doesn't have a plan B. He grins at Wil when he mentions stopping for fried chicken, then moves off with Rolth and Falco.
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Saturday April 22nd, 2023 12:29:38 PM
Kiwina proposes a plan "B". He still wants to roll the thing into public view. But stone shape is one of the spells he memorized for this outing. It ought to be able to do enough damage to make the creature unrevivable if the spell isn't needed to open a hole in the warehouse.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=38 ; 3d4+3=9 ; Monday April 24th, 2023 12:42:06 AM
Ayotnom looks for something that is heavy but less than 130 pounds that he could raise to a height and then drop on the beholder statue since his plan A didn't pan out. If he finds it he grabs it, flies as high as he can in the warehouse and drops the item on the beholder statue, hoping to do some damage.
If he can't find something heavy to drop on the beholder he instead resigns himself to hitting it with some magic missiles.
9 force damage to the statue if it comes to the magic missiles
DM Mark - All Quiet on the Warehouse Front (for now) d6=5 ; d20=5 ; d100=23 ; Monday April 24th, 2023 1:35:39 AM Rolth swings his morning star at the large eye of the beholder statue. He can see where he hit as the blow knocks loose a few chips of stone. He looks at his morning star and concludes too many blows like that might start damaging his weapons. Falco casts Detect Magic and begins concentrating to the east. He detects magic somewhere ahead of him and will eventually find the sources of the magic are the summoned Lantern Archon, Wil’s Spiritual Weapon, and some sources of magic on the two dead men. Mak has the three rings form the beholder. Mak gathers the rings and several stone eyestalks from the beholder. Then he uses his cape to Dimension Door to just outside the warehouse, near the passwall. He appears in a dramatic cloud of smoke. Kiwina considers rolling the stone beholder out of the warehouse, though that would require some destruction of the wall. The wall is stone, maybe about 12’ thick near the base. He also knows that a 6,000 lb sphere of stone will take a good deal of work to roll, and may become impossible to control. Elyas thinks the stone beholder should be destroyed, but how? Wil wants to kill something, but he’ll settle for some good fried chicken. Tsak stands guard, ready to go with his friends. Ayotnom looks around for something heavy to drop on the beholder. The only stones here are a bit small. The heaviest thing he sees is a crate filled with thick rope, and a box full of some rather heavy pieces of wood, neither of which look like they’d do much damage. Instead, he casts Magic Missle at the stone beholder. The missiles strike, but simply disappear into the stone without effect. (Magic Missile only affects creatures.)
As Mak appears outside, two men pulling a cart look up wide eyed. They run and one yells, “Don’t turn me into a newt, wizard. I ain’t done nothing!” You see a woman maybe a block away that also runs, startled Mak’s dramatic appearance.
The warehouse is quiet, but those in the warehouse hear someone yell outside. Elyas and Tsak each hold a shuriken that has Continual Flame cast on it. Two torches burn by an open door and there is some natural light from the passwall.
The DM will remind the PCs that they broke into a locked warehouse and killed some of the inhabitants and some guards. Not making any moral judgments here - just letting you know where things stand. It has now been three rounds since two of the guards fled.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+17=36 ; Monday April 24th, 2023 6:49:38 AM "Stone shape already, let's get the magic off of those guys and get out now." Rolth flies to S4, takes anything that looks valuable and then leaves via the passwall.
(Perception = 36 to find items of interest)
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|24/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,BS,IC,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+16+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) d20+17=33 ; Monday April 24th, 2023 8:28:24 AM
Mak stayed where he was as he peered around the corner at the passwall and elsewhere for lurking guards or signs of an ambush. Appearance wise he looked like most other people since his weapon was safely hidden away in his glove and the curve blade securely at his back.
Once he was satisfied no ambush awaited he planned to move to the opening and give the all clear sign.
OOC: Peception +17, Roll 33
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Monday April 24th, 2023 9:27:03 AM "More chicken would have been nice Rolth."
Feeling morally judged by some higher power Falco is just glad it is not the Warper-sar judging him He moves quickly to the opening in the wall and prepares to sneak out.
"Where are we meeting up? I will slip out and hide to see what happens for a bit."
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Bless / Shield Of Faith / Inspire Courage ______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+13=18 ; Monday April 24th, 2023 2:48:30 PM
Wil exits the warehouse with the others. He summons a Shadow Wind elemental as far ahead of them, toward the front of the building and asks the Shadow archon to also serve as a distraction for the group. He thanks her kindly and urges the party to exit toward the back. "We need to go now guys.. we have evidence... We don't need the stone. We may have done more than we should of. Hoping the monsters will cause us some path to get out without trouble. "
Spiritual Weapon1 (Att: 14 - hit: -- ; Att: 30 - 9) with Bless/Inspire Courage with Bless/Inspire Courage
Goblin seal of... of Sanctuary: Like the 1st level cleric spell, but (1 round/level) + 1d3 rounds, thereby giving at least 2 rounds at a low level. Once cast the seal breaks, and becomes deactivated. The seal Expires on 3/12/2024
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Monday April 24th, 2023 7:51:10 PM
Kiwina stone shapes a 16 cubic foot hole into the beholder (about 3 foot diameter if spherical) before leaving with the others.
Presumably there's still a fire being put out nearby and some commotion to avoid. Kiwina plans to move away from noise that might indicate a crowd in the area.
AC 22 (26 vs AoO) with magic or 18 (22 vs AoO) without Effects: Light on sword Ranger: 1st -- Alarm, Longstrider Druid: 0th -- Create Water, Detect Magic, Flare, light 1st -- Obscuring mist, CLW, CLW, faerie fire (used), Obscuring mist 2nd -- Fog cloud, bear's endurance, cat's grace, owl's wisdom, spider climb 3rd -- Call lightning, poison, stone shape (used), wind wall Aumakua have 1st level Ranger spell x1 Stormburst
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=28 ; Monday April 24th, 2023 11:12:00 PM
Perception: 28
Ayotnom aids in the search for items before leaving with the others
DM Mark - It's not quiet anymore. d20=19 ; d20=12 ; Tuesday April 25th, 2023 2:21:24 AM Rolth goes to S4 to search the body (see below.) Mak stands outside near a building. He tries to look like everyone else, after arriving in a dramatic puff of smoke. He wears nice, clean clothes that are not torn up, a purple and gold cloak, and an adamantine chain shirt. He actually doesn’t look like any one he has seen in this area. But, still, he tries to act casual. Falco moves to the passwall, preparing to sneak out. Wil exits the passwall. He directs the Lantern Archon to serve as a distraction, and begins summoninig a Air Elemental (what size?). The Lantern Archon, laughs and begins flying around Wil’s head, asking ”Are you distracted?” (How long will your summons of the Lantern Archon last. Kiwina moves to the stone beholder. He casts Stone Shape, but finds the stone is too large for him to affect. (The stone is 38 cubic feet, and he can only affect a stone no larger than 17 cubic feet.) Ayotnom searches the other body (see below.)
Rolth finds four potion bottles in a pouch, three full and one empty. The dead man wears studded leather armor, has two kukri knives, a short bow with a quiver of arrows, several shuriken, a cloak, boots, pitons, rope, hammer, grappling hook, a kit with makeup and facial hair, and thieve’s tools. No money though. The armor will take 5 rounds to remove, but you can take the whole body if you wish.
Ayotnom searches the other dead body and finds the same items.
Mak hears some screams to the north.
”What are those?” “They’re floating away!” “They’re demons. Run!” “Demons have come to Dirt City!”
He also hears someone yelling ”Help, help! Get the guards! They’re in the warehouse!” from another area.
You've seen guards and ruffians in Dirt City, and you're pretty sure you're powerful enough to just slaughter most of them. That's not necessarily a good thing.
It has now been four rounds since two of the guards fled.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | d20+21=25 ; d20+21=39 ; Tuesday April 25th, 2023 9:11:54 AM
Falco checks to make sure there are no guards at the exit then quickly moves around a corner to hide and watch. {Perception: 25 | Stealth: 29}
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Bless / Shield Of Faith / Inspire Courage ______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|24/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,BS,IC,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+16+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Tuesday April 25th, 2023 9:31:59 AM
Mak moved to the passwall and called inside. "The alarm just went up, we need to shag it out of here mates." Then to Wil. "We need the shortest distance out of Teeth territory. Do you know it?"
As Mak waited he drew out a gingerbread cookie and snapped off a leg and started eating it.
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Tuesday April 25th, 2023 10:34:06 AM Time to get out of here! did we get all of the eye stalks at least from that monster? even if someone reverses the spell it will be much less powerful without those.
We should split up and get out of here. I don't have a teleport ready. not that we can bring the entire party anywhere with one anyways. I think we just have to do this the old fashion way and run!
we'll meet back at the rose! stick with another Petal, let's not get lost out there.
Elyas then walks over to Ayotnom and puts a hand on his shoulder. Come with me friend, we're going out another way
And assuming Ayotnom is willing, both he and Elyas wink out as Elyas uses 140 feet of dimensional steps to bring the two of them out of the warehouse and into an alley behind some other buildings
[marked the desired location with indented text]
Spells prepared:
cantrips: Resistance, detect magic, light, mending Level 1: 2X protection from evil, mage armor, 3X magic missile, Comprehend Languages Level 2: Darkvision Resist Energy, 1/2X Scorching Ray, web, Glitterdust, see invisibility Level 3: 1/2X lightning bolt, Haste, 1/2X Fly, fireball Level 4: 2X summon monster IV, Dimensional Anchor, Greater Invisibility, Black tentacles Level 5: Baleful Polymorph, 1/2XPasswall, Summon Monster V, Telekenisis Level 6: 1/2X Chain Lightning, Summon Monster VI, Flesh to Stone Special: Acid Dart (8/8 remain, 1d6+4), pearl of power 1, bonded item, Quicken Rod 0 uses, dimensional steps (130/330)
Active effects: On Self: Mage Armor (11 hours) darkvision (11 hours) See invisibility (110 minutes)
On Party Fly - Rolth (12 minutes) Summon
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Tuesday April 25th, 2023 11:22:53 AM
Shadow Archon( Rd 6 of 7) "Go that way!" Wil says as he fights with the Shadow Archon, Which looked a bit odd. Swinging his arms and turning as the archon circles him. Finally, frustrated he stops. "Come on. Just help us out there. Go terrorize some strangers with the Small Shadow Air elemental (Which should be weird to see.) "Go knock stuff over so we can escape. Again, thank you, my friend."
Goblin seal of... of Sanctuary: Like the 1st level cleric spell, but (1 round/level) + 1d3 rounds, thereby giving at least 2 rounds at a low level. Once cast the seal breaks, and becomes deactivated. The seal Expires on 3/12/2024
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Invisible, Sickened, Stung, Inspired Tuesday April 25th, 2023 2:58:24 PM
The distant shouting raises Tsak's heartbeat a little. but he takes a second to breathe and calm himself. He goes out the back door with the rest of the Petals and just walks away. Running figures draw attention, people just walking about their business do not.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+17=35 ; Tuesday April 25th, 2023 8:05:36 PM
Rolth quickly pockets the potions and kukris, then moves out of the passwall. He asks Mak and Wil to join him as they stride away smoothly but quickly, steering clear of the distraction and away from the shouts for guards. He will keep an invisibility potion in hand, but obscured by his cloak, in case trouble emerges. He is not looking for another fight.
(Perception = 35 to notice pursuers or other approaching trouble.)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Tuesday April 25th, 2023 9:55:45 PM
As previously stated, Kiwina tries to chart a path away from where the fire was, thinking that area will still be crowded. He wonders if they should break into two groups, but does not really think that make it less easy to identify the taurs among them.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+20=34 ; Tuesday April 25th, 2023 10:57:52 PM
Ayotnom decides to take the whole body after transferring the potions assuming that still works with Elyas's spell otherwise he'll take the potions, kukris and shuriken.
If the choice comes down between not being able to take advantage of the spell and leaving loot behind he'll go with Elyas but he at least would like the potions
Assuming he has the potions he tries to identify them by casting detect magic
He says to Elyas, "Should we fly back to the Rose or like just walk casually?"
spellcraft: 34
Active Effects: Mage Armor: +4 to AC Fly: 60 foot fly speed
DM Mark - It's not quiet anymore. d20=8 ; d20=20 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 3:26:46 AM Falco sneaks stealthily out to hide and watch for trouble. Mak returns to the passwall to tell the Petals to hurry up - trouble’s coming. He asks Wil to lead them out of Teeth territory. Elyas suggests that everyone split up in twos and make their way to the Rose. Then he walks over to Ayotnom and uses his Dimensional Steps to take them out. Wil tells the Air Elemental and the Lantern Archon to go cause as much mayhem as they can to provide a distraction. Tsak rushes to the passwall, and then walks out casually, trying to blend in. His armor is so fine and light that it remains hidden beneath his clothing. He actually is able to blend in somewhat, though he is much better armed than anyone around him. Rolth is picking out a few things from the dead man based on what Falco said was magic (I seem to recall that Falco cast Detect Magic a bit ago.) He exits, joining Wil and Mak as they head toward the Rose. Kiwina moves out, and moves away from where the fire was set as a distraction. Ayotnom likewise recalls what Falco had said about magic items on the dead man. He grabs those, but leaves the armored body since it exceeds his carrying capacity. (I think his max load is 130 lbs, and his gear already weighs more than 30 lbs.) He blips out with Elyas.
As the Petals move away from the building, there is indeed a great deal of comotion. A fire was set that distracted some, now an air elemental has formed into a whirlwind that is wreaking havoc, and some weird ball of light is shooting laser beams in random directions.
(Good timing - I had the guards arriving in round five - which is just when you left!)
In general, it is not hard to find your way out of Smuggler City, the term used for Teeth territory, since it’s near the Prince’s Castle which can be seen from most places in town. Beyond that is Grubbertown, and then the docks where the Rose is located.
- Elyas and Ayotnom move out. - Wil, Rolth and Mak stick together. - Kiwina and Tsak move out, casually. Falco spots the pair and joins them.
The three groups move past the Prince’s Castle and try to blend in as they enter the nearby Midnight Bazaar. The crowds in the Bazaar have thinned a bit, as the commotion in nearby Smuggler City has drawn some out and caused some to flee home. The three groups of Petals notice each other, but remain apart to draw less attention. Hawkers call you to their wares, but the three groups of Petals press on.
Soon, you all exit the Bazaar and enter Grubbertown. It’s a dismal place. The smells are bad and the buildings sit close to each other - more shanties than buildings really. You pass several beggars. With your sharp eyes and stern looks, you ward off what you suspect are a few would-be pick pockets. You don’t feel particularly unsafe here, largely because anyone that had the resources to pose a threat wouldn’t be hanging around in Grubbertown.
You are still in three groups, but you occasionally catch glimpses of the other groups.
Perception DC 29, applies to all: Highlight to display spoiler: {You are being followed by what appears to be a common laborer, but this one moves with a practiced ease, trying to not be noticed by you. You think you saw him in Smuggler Town as you fled. Hard to say. What do you do?}
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|22/17/12/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,BS,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+14+2d6(Evil)(15)x2) d20+17=31 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 8:13:30 AM
Mak mentioned to Rolth as they moved along whiel he brushed at the tear in his leggings caused by the beholders disintegration beam. Underneath the leg was pink and blistered, but not too painful for him to walk on. "We are being followed. Chap picked us up back in SmugglerTown. Average looking fellow, common sort."
As he moved forward he passed a ring to Rolth and Wil, so they each had one of the rings found on the beholder. He summoned his rapier while his hand was low and out of sight, and reactivated the glove with the ring stored in it instead. His rapier he tucked in his belt for the time being.
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+21=31 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 8:27:25 AM
(Perception = 31)
Kiwina mentions to Tsak and Falco that they are being followed. He tries to spot whether the fellow is following one group in particular, or is managing to track all three. "Perhaps we should change our destination," he adds, suggesting the Temple of Wardd.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+13=28 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 8:54:42 AM
"Were being followed? We should confront the fella, where is he at?" Wil says. He looks around a little bit but has the sense to not make it obvious. Perception: 28 - "Let's pay off one of these pickpockets to harass the guy. I feel these little kretins are far more valuable than they are given credit for. Don't want to volunteer too much but a little bit goes a long way."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | d20+21=26 ; d20+21=27 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 9:36:14 AM
{Perception: 26}
Even walking with the group Falco tries to remain inconspicuous blending in as much as possible. {Stealth: 27} In the back of his head he wonders he should not have killed that guard. When Kiwina raises the alarm of being followed slows. "I am going to break off from you guys and follow a bit behind."
He doesnt move far off just stops for a moment, adjusting his boot, and resumes following about 25 feet behind.
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Bless / Shield Of Faith / Inspire Courage ______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+14=33 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 9:48:19 AM
Elyas easily spots the tail, having learned to do the same type of thing himself. in a town like this it is good to always assume you are being watched, to the point that it is almost comforting to actually know who is following you.
However, elyas has no way of communicating with the other pockets of the party to figure out how to best approach this man.
He speaks quietly to Ayotnom "we have picked up a tail. looks like a laborer, but is obviously trained or well practiced in following people undetected. Let's keep moving casually, at least until we can find a good spot to double back on him or ambush him. I have an invisibility spell left if you want to vanish when we go 'round the next blind corner.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 Wednesday April 26th, 2023 4:33:40 PM
Rolth also spots the tail, and suggests that we turn a corner, have one of us--probably Mak--go invisible, fall behind, and then quietly confront the fellow when he passes their position. He may after all be allied with the folks who sent us, rather than with the folks whose warehouse we just raided. Rolth can offer up the potion of invisibility that he has in his hand, if Mak has none.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=31 ; Wednesday April 26th, 2023 11:30:27 PM
Perception: 31
Ayotnom says to Elyas, "Aye, I see him too. Given my recent track record perhaps it would be better to go against him being flat footed, though if you mean to ambush him I take it you don't want him to run away and alert whoever he might be working with to our presence so should I try to grapple or trip him rather than injure him as I don't think I could necessarily knock him out with a single blow."
DM Mark - "We are being followed." d3=1 ; d20+10=29 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 2:06:40 AM
Group 1 - Mak lets Rolth and Wil know someone is following them. He distributes the three beholder rings to his group of three. Wil suggests confronting the person. Rolth suggests a plan for Mak, offering his potion of invisibility to Mak.
Group 2 - Kiwina lets Falco and Tsak know about the man. He’s not sure which of the three groups the man is actually following, and suggests that his group head to the Temple of Wardd instead. Falco tries to move stealthily. He finds this difficult. Still, he lags back a bit. (For Falco - Using Stealth has some significant limitations, and it’s very difficult to use while walking along with others. It requires that the user begin and end their turn in cover, and moving faster than half-speed imposes a -5 penalty. Also, Falco’s add to Stealth for DEX should be +3, not +8?)
Group 3 - Elyas and Ayotnom both spot the man. They discuss possible tactics to take.
The sounds of chaos in Smuggler Town fade as you get farther away.
All three groups of the Petals have spotted their follower. As the three groups move through Grubbertown, things get a little harder. The man seems to be following Group 1. Groups 2 and 3 lose sight of him.
Lots of plans and actions were discussed, but apart from Falso lagging back a bit, no actions were taken. Do you do anything? Do you stop where you are? Do you go on toward the Rose?
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Thursday April 27th, 2023 9:32:39 AM
Falco continues to follow along a bit behind the others mostly to see if anything changes.
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Bless / Shield Of Faith / Inspire Courage ______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|22/17/12/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,FA,WN,BS,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+14+2d6(Evil)(15)x2) d20+17=35 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 10:51:38 AM
Mak accepted the potion and at the next cross road turned left. As soon as he was out of sight he used the potion and then waited for the follower to appear. He gave the man only as long as he'd think it would take at the pace they were walking before he looked around the corner and went after the man.
Once in sight Mak closed the distance between them quickly and examined the man more closely for signs of any affiliation with the Keys or Teeth.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Thursday April 27th, 2023 11:45:43 AM
Wil does a couple of things. First, he just gets impulsive and puts the ring on, hoping it fits. Second, he finds a child, a potential pick-pocket and hands him a few gold pieces with the promise to "run into" the guy following the group. "Pick his pocket or just distract him, Meet us near the docks. I will give you a couple more pieces." (6 gd total) To the others, "I saw we head to the Rose, we have back up, if needed."
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+14=20 ; d20+5=21 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 4:08:55 PM
Elyas loses sight of the man as he was following a different group.
If possible, he will try to turn the tables and follow the man himself.
perception = 20 to spot the man, or to continue to watch him as he heads the other direction
if that works he will follow Stealth = 21
if on the other hand he is not able to spot where the man went, he will make his way back to the Rose to meet up with the rest of the group
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+17=23 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 5:22:55 PM
Rolth continues to stroll nonchalantly with Wil, giving Mak time to do his thing. He will keep an eye and ear out for trouble, without outwardly looking too sharply.
Perception = 23
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=37 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 9:16:50 PM
Ayotnom also tries to spot the man (Perception: 37)
If he spots the man he points him out to Elyas and says, "If you really mean to ambush him, best make me invisible as I'm not really that good at stealthing."
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+21=31 ; Thursday April 27th, 2023 10:54:05 PM
Kiwina does not want to rouse the tail's suspicion, which he fears he would do if he turns back. So he stops and talks to Tsak, gesturing to the left of the way they had been heading, while scanning the neighborhood.
Perception = 31
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Invisible, Sickened, Stung, Inspired Thursday April 27th, 2023 11:37:15 PM
Tsak nods and humms and hawws while Kiwina talks to him about that time he went abalone fishing and that he might have a friend of a great aunt that lives up that way somewhere. He's lost sight of Falco, but assumes he is around somewhere.
The temple or Warrd sounds good, lets wander he mumbles when the big guy seems ready to resume their completely harmless evening nothing to see here walk.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Sickened, Stung Thursday April 27th, 2023 11:38:55 PM
(OOC Status update. Can the DM let me know about sickened and stung - are there lingering effects?)
DM Mark - "We are being followed." d20+10=19 ; d3=2 ; d20+10=13 ; Friday April 28th, 2023 2:25:31 AM
Group 1 - Mak ducks out of sight, drinks an invisibility potion, and then rushes toward the man that is tailing them. He looks the man over. He appears to be a common laborer, maybe about 50 years old, with a pauch. He has a few mundane seeming items hanging from his belt - a pouch, a large cup, a spoon. A simple club is tucked into his belt as well. However, Mak can tell this is a clever disguise. The clothing is false, the paunch does not sit quite right, and the club looks wrong. Wil puts on Ring #2 from the beholder. Nothing happens that he is aware of. He finds a clever looking child and hands him 6 gold as he stops to talk to him, trying to surreptitiously point out the man following them to the child. (Not sure how else you instruct a child to go after a rather common looking person.) Rolth stays by Wil for a moment, urging him to continue toward the dock area.
Group 2 - Falco continues following a bit behind Kiwina and Tsak. Kiwina stops to talk to Tsak, and they agree to head away toward the Temple of Wardd.
Group 3 - Elyas doubles back to find that man following his friends. He tries to hide behind things as he does this. Ayotnom looks for the man. He asks Elyas to make him invisible so he can better ambush the man.
When Wil and Rolth stop in Grubbertown, the man stops too - seemingly unaware that an invisible Mak is now about 10 feet away and studying him. As Wil points the child in the man’s direction, the man turns to head quickly away from Wil and Rolth.
Ayotnom sees the man and ducks back so as not to be noticed. Elyas is near him. He is maybe 30’ from the man, and the guy is headed toward Ayotnom and Elyas rather quickly. He has not seen Ayotnom and Elyas yet, but the man will soon be upon Ayotnom’s and Elyas’ location!
What do you do? Do you smack him, trip him, try to hide and let him pass?
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Hand|17/-/-/-/-|(WN,BS,PS,WF,WS)**|1d3+6(20)x2)) d20+17=35 ; d20+13=29 ; Friday April 28th, 2023 8:24:03 AM
As soon as the man turned to walk off Mak stepped up and laid a hand on his shoulder becoming visible in the process. "Friend. Perhaps you should come with me so we can sort out why you were following us?" Mak said in his best imitation of Rolth and his smooth words.
"It's not going to go well for you if you run and I'd rather not have to explain to whatever passes for the law here why I had to harm you." he added.
OOC: Mak - Man, Roll 35 (Touch AC) Diplomacy +13, Roll 29
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Friday April 28th, 2023 9:33:15 AM
Falco smiles when Mak appears next to their tail. He stops and keeps an eye on what is going on for the momenr. _____________________________
Bless / Shield Of Faith / Inspire Courage ______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+13=16 ; Friday April 28th, 2023 11:27:49 AM
Wil watches as the boy leaves but loses track of him, unable to confirm if he actually did what Wil asked him to do. Unsure, if he caught the action by Mak, he continues toward the docks expecting to meet everyone there.
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Friday April 28th, 2023 11:40:44 AM
Elyas sees Mak approach the man, and moves to be in a position to intercept the man if he tries to run from Mak.
Elyas is not likely to be able to tackle or physically stop the man, but he is very mobile and will try to stick close to the man if he makes a run for it, using dimension step to close the distance if needed.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+17=26 ; Friday April 28th, 2023 5:15:25 PM
Rolth stops to watch how our tail reacts to Mak's approach, and also keeps an eye out to see if anyone else in the area is reacting to the encounter.
Perception = 26
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Sickened, Stung d20+17=37 ; Saturday April 29th, 2023 1:17:00 AM
Tsak heads off with Kiwina toward the temple. After 50 feet or so he realises that they've lost Falco. He stops, putting a hand on Kiwina's shoulder, and has a quick look around to see if he can spot their feathered friend (Perception=37)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Saturday April 29th, 2023 8:47:57 AM
Kiwina pauses when Tsak alerts him, taking in what he can about the condition of any Petals he can see.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+15=35 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 12:43:17 AM
Asimov attempts to trip the man with his rapier (35 vs CMD, Natural 20, note Ayotnom has improved trip and does not provoke an AOO when tripping)
DM Mark - "We are being followed." d20=1 ; d20+20=35 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 2:07:29 AM Mak lays an invisible hand on the man’s shoulder, turns visible, and confronts him. Falco was lagging behind Kiwina and Tsak. He hears something and moves around a corner to see Mak appear and a man running away. Wil watches as the boy disappears from sight. He sees Mak appear as the man runs off. Rolth watches alongside Wil. Elyas stands ready to intercept this fleeing man, but Ayotnom is in front of Elyas and steps out to trip the man as he flees.
Tsak finds he has lost sight of Falco, and he cautions Kiwina against leaving just yet. Kiwina pauses.
The seemingly non-descript man flees from Mak. Then it gets worse for the guy - he is tripped by Ayotnom, and he goes down hard on the dirt street, banging his head pretty badly. Blood wells from the wound, and the man grunts as he spins onto his back, still prone. He draws a Kukri knife from…where did that come from? The only weapon he has is a club!
Mak may read this. Anyone else must make a Perception DC 35: Highlight to display spoiler: {}You can tell this man wears a clever disguise, which is partly magical. The clothing is false, the paunch does not sit quite right, and the club just looks wrong. This is not just some common laborer.[/b]
The prone man looks pretty mad.
Kiwina and Tsak move after Falco, and soon the three of them see a scene, about 40’ down a side street. Here is what they see:
There is a fairly nondescript man sprawled on the hard, dirt street. The man is on his back, Kukri knife drawn and a snarl in his face. Blood flows from a wound on his head. Ayotnom towers next to the prone man, rapier drawn. Elyas is right behind Ayotnom. Mak is maybe 20’ away from the man and Ayontom. Wil and Rolth are another 10’ behind Mak, watching to see what Ayotnom and this man will do next.
The child Wil paid looks at the gold in his hand. Then he looks at Wil and at the fight scene unfolding - and he runs in the opposite direction of all this! This all reminds Wil of what it was like to grow up in Grubbertown.
This is causing a bit of commotion in this part of Grubbertown. Those immediately near this scene bolt out of there! But you see people further away trying to hide as they crane their necks or look around corners to see what’s going on.
One person turns to Tsak, Kiwina and Falco and says, ”Hey - what’s goin’ on? Is there a fight? Which house you with?”
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Hand|17/-/-/-/-|(WN,BS,PS,WF,WS)**|1d3+6(20)x2)) d20+13=27 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 8:01:09 AM
Mak calmly strode over to the prone man and offered him a hand up. "Come on old bean. It's not fitting we talk of things here in the open. Best you come along and your disguise remain as it is, rather than we engage in any unpleasantness to which you would surely not fare well and thus ruin any chance of remaining anonymous. Even if you are the most accomplished spy in this place, there are eight of us spread out around you. So come now. Let's do this without weapons and go get an ale somewhere and talk about what you find so interesting about us. I can assure you we aren't aware of any issues we should have with you aside from your tendency to follow those that would rather not be subject to your scrutiny. Why not come peacefully and learn legitimately what you sought to learn surreptitiously."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | d20+7=23 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 9:31:44 AM
Falco looks around and give a little hoot at the one who asked the quesion.
"House doesn't matter. This is a private matter you can go about your business but I appreciate your concern friends." {Diplomacy: 23 trying to keep everyone calm.}
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+14=29 ; d20+12=14 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 10:25:26 AM
Elyas hangs back, keeping an eye out for anyone moving in to help the man they have downed.
perception = 29 to keep an eye on the crowd Sense motive = 14 to see the man trying to make a move to attack
We should not hang out here in the open. let's get somewhere more private and we can see what this man will tell us
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+13=27 ; d20+11=30 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 4:59:21 PM
Wil sees the commotion but decides to stay hidden in the crowd using his 'hide in plain sight' to disappear within a dark corner. Wil also tried to find a secluded alleyway they could take him or help him to the Rose, depending on how far that is. Perception: 27, Stealth: 30
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+17=26 ; d20+22=25 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 8:22:00 PM
Rolth steps up to reinforce Ayotnom and Mak, although this commoner doesn't look too scary despite his kukri--hey that's what those thugs in the warehouse had, he thinks to himself. "Yes, let's go have a drink and decide how this day should end."
(Perception = 26, fail Diplomacy = 25, +2 to Mak's check with aid another)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+21=34 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 8:36:48 PM
Kiwina tells the man, "We're an anarcho-syndicalist commune, not affiliated with any single house. We use industrial syndicalism as a method to gain control of our economy and thus influence broader society.", as he looks for signs of trouble from the crowd (perception = 34),
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+15=22 ; Monday May 1st, 2023 10:54:07 PM
Ayotnom says to Kiwana, "Am I hypocrite? Have I violated the non-aggression principle by tripping this guy or because he was obviously involved with the business earlier, look at the kukri, this was self-defense?"
He then readies to trip the prone man again should he regain his feet in an aggressive manner. If he indicates he'll come quietly then he won't.
Readied action: Trip CMB : 22 vs CMD
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Sickened, Stung Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 12:03:29 AM
Tsak raises an eyebrow at Kiwina 'where did that come from'?
Dunno mate, I'm just here for Wednesday bingo.
DM Mark - "I'm just here for Wednesday bingo." Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 2:17:57 AM Mak walks over to the man and offers his hand to help the man up. Mak calls out the man’s disguise and offers to peacefully resolve things, suggesting a drink. Falco tells the bystander to buzz off. The bystander turns pale as he looks around at the rest of the Petals, and mutters, ”Oh, uh, beggin yer pardon m’lord. I didn’t see nothing, notp, you wasn’t even here…” as he backs away from the scene really fast! Elyas scans the gathering crowd, looking for anyone that might pose a problem. He urges for a more private place. Wil tries to blend in with the local, but he has clothing in good repair and is really much too clean to blend in well in Grubbertown. Rolth recalls that he fought some men in the Warehouse that used kukri knives to fight. He also suggests a discussion with the man over a drink. Kiwina launches into a brilliant discussion of a political system. A nearby woman says, ”There you go Bringing class into it!” Ayotnom defends his actions tripping the man, and gets ready to trip him again if he should run. He too notices a weapon type he saw earlier. Tsak gives Kiwina a quizzical look. He says here’s just here for Wednesday Bingo. An old man responds, ”Wednesday Bingo eh? Never heard of her. There’s a brothel down at the docks, but I don’t think they got anyone there by that name. Ask for Ruby Tuesday, she’ll set you right.” An angry woman grabs the man by an ear as he squaks protest, dragging him away.
The first thing that happens is that the boy Wil paid to bump into the man runs up from out of nowhere, ducks under Mak’s arm, and plants his foot momentarily on the prone man’s leg. Then he runs over to Wil and sticks out his hand. ”He mister. You said you’d gimme more if I bumped into the man. Well, I done it. Pay up!”
The prone man weighs his options, but the Petals seem to have their thumb on that scale. He looks at Ayotnom, Mak and Rolth and says, ”Yeah, I’ll go with you. What choice do I have? But make it a public place. I seen what happens when folk like you take a man to a dark room for questions.”
He accepts Mak’s hand, keeping a wary eye on the minotaur that is keeping an eye on him. He seems to want nothing to do with a fearsome liontaur.
For Mak and Ayotnom, make a DC 13 Will save:Highlight to display spoiler: {You manage to see through an illusion cloaking the man. He looks like the men you fought after killing the beholder.}
You're gathering a pretty good crowd.
Here is the Dirt City map to orient yourselves. You’re kind of in the middle of Grubbertown. Where do you go?
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+9=13 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 8:39:10 AM
Wil smiles, hands the young man a couple more coins, and tells him to take off. He watches the others and keeps an eye out for trouble. The crowd is getting big. "We should really head to the docks but maybe there is a market around here." (Know. Local: 13)
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 11:31:15 AM "The docks make sense. Our group is recognizable, to say the least, so no need not to head to the Rose."
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / Flame Strike DC20 / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Hand|17/-/-/-/-|(WN,BS,PS,WF,WS)**|1d3+6(20)x2)) d20+6=9 ; d20+6=19 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 12:15:26 PM
Mak helped the man up and pointed towards the docks. "I think I saw a tavern down by the docks." Mak said. "So tell me about this city. Is it true down below there's no crime, and you have houses controlling sections of the city? It's all very new to me."
OOC: Will Save +6, Roll 9. Fail. Bluff +6, Roll 19
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 5:50:45 PM
Rolth rolls his eyes when his companions suggest taking the thug in the same direction that we actually want to go. Voiced for only his nearby companions and the goon, [b]"I've got a better idea. Let's duck in this closest tavern with our new friend, and here is how it is going to go. We set you up with a few rounds. You enjoy those for at least an hour. If you come out before that, we might still be there, invisible again, and you never get to enjoy an ale or anything else ever again, if you catch my meaning. Everybody understand that?"[b]
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 6:34:36 PM "But that's what it's all about! If only people would listen--" Kiwina begins, before deciding to let the woman be.
At least their ship isn't in harbor as the Rose, Kiwina thinks, although that's little enough comfort. He could offer yet another suggestion about where to head, but doesn't have one better than Rolth has already voiced. At least not as far as destinations went. He joins his companions and their would-be stalker, and heads in the direction Rolth indicates.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Sickened, Stung d20+17=26 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 11:37:30 PM
(Perception=26) Ruby Tuesday, certainly has a ring to it. Tsak gives the man a wink before turning his attention to what the rest of the group are up to. A pub, good thinking. Now things are heading in the right direction. Tsak follows along at the back of the group. His head is on a swivel to see if their follower had a follower (Perception).
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+13=17 ; d20+18=26 ; d20+15=21 ; Tuesday May 2nd, 2023 11:50:12 PM
Will: 13
Ayotnom says, "To the docks then."
To the man he mouths the words, "I see you" while doing the hand gestures of pointing to himself, then his eye then the man.
Ayotnom keeps his eyes on the man and is ready to try to trip him up again should he try any funny business whilst on their way to the docks.
Perception: 26 Readied action : Trip attempt against the man should he try any funny business - 21 vs CMD
DM Mark - "I think I saw a tavern down by the docks." Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 2:40:20 AM Wil gives the boy a couple more gold and suggests perhaps heading to a market instead of the docks. The boy bites one of the coins and says, ”Pleasure doin’ business with ya pal.” He runs off into Grubbertown. [b]Falco says, "The docks make sense. Our group is recognizable, to say the least, so no need not to head to the Rose." Mak says he thinks he recalls a tavern down by the docks. He asks the man about Dirt City and the City Below. Rolth says to the Petals and the new guy, "I've got a better idea. Let's duck in this closest tavern with our new friend, and here is how it is going to go. We set you up with a few rounds. You enjoy those for at least an hour. If you come out before that, we might still be there, invisible again, and you never get to enjoy an ale or anything else ever again, if you catch my meaning. Everybody understand that?" Kiwina is grateful that at least the old woman understood him, even if she did not agree. He goes along with the others. Tsak winks at the man as he’s dragged off by his wife. The man flashes him a thumbs-up. He goes along with the others, keeping a sharp eye out for anyone else following of looking for trouble with the group. Ayotnom gestures to the man, indicating he sees through the man’s disguise. He also keeps a sharp eye out, and stands ready to trip this guy again if he causes trouble.
Wil recalls there are several markets in Dirt City, but the nearest is the Scrum and sits next to the docks. The Scrum is a busy market, frantic at times. They deal in all kinds of black-market goods and transactions - usually goods a little hot even for Dirt City, things arriving captains are anxious to get rid of quickly.
As you go, you find there are a few in Grubbertown that seem to be following you, seemingly out of a combination of curiosity and boredom. The boy Wil paid is among them now.
The man answers some of Mak’s questions. His answers are brief.
“The Houses? Well, there’s six of them - The House of Keys, the House of Knives, the House of Teeth, the House of Cloaks, the House of Wolves, and the House of Darts. And there’s the Prince of course.”
“The City Below? Well, you can go there I guess, but it’s mostly just families down there. There are some inns and taverns I suppose. I doubt they’d have much you folks would want.”
“What House are you with, anyway?”
As you head toward the docks, you skirt the Scrum. You pass hawkers of all kinds of things, some making claims of exotic skins from sentient creatures, elixirs said said to extend life or make you invulnerable in battle, books containing forbidden knowledge. One seller has some diminutive flying humanoids in carefully crafted lanterns, some with dragonfly-like wings and green skin, others that glow brightly and have moth-like wings. The small creatures glance at you from their lantern prisons as you pass.
Apart from your few following fans from Grubbertown, you are ignored by others as you go. Tsak and Ayotnom notice that your group seems to attract the gaze of many as you pass, these folk are quick to avert their eyes with a practiced appearance of ignoring you.
You may recall that when you first arrived and asked around the docks, you heard about a number of taverns/inns over in Dockside: The Garrote, Smuggler’s Hideaway, Gone Fishing, and The Codpiece. You were told there were some in Grubbertown too, but advised not to go there. They also mentioned there was a new one in the Burn. Then there was the Buttering Ram in Moontown, but that’s not really at Dockside.
Or you could go to the Rose as Falco suggested.
Where do you head?
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 8:18:38 AM "Moontown's close," Kiwina suggests, although Dockside is closer. He's not keen on pursuing their business with this man where they or the crew might want to relax later. "It may mean backtracking a bit, but not as much as the Burn would."
The man selling what Kiwina assumes are intelligent fey creatures disturbs him. He considers options for freeing some of the creatures, but doesn't do anything yet.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 9:40:28 AM
Falco follows along keeping to the middle of the group at this point. He is not overly concerned where they are headed be it the boat or a tavern. Anything off the street for a bit will work.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Hand|17/-/-/-/-|(WN,BS,PS,WF,WS)**|1d3+6(20)x2)) Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 10:04:58 AM
Mak becomes suspicious when Rolth suggests a closer tavern and the conditions. He decides that is an excellent idea. "Hear that old bean, his lordship the great Sphinx of Alberoth is gonna buy you a few rounds. I suppose that's better than the curse he put on the last gentleman."
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 2:55:02 PM
Elyas just shrugs and goes along with Kiwina's suggestion for which tavern to go to. The man seems to be cooperating for now, but that could always change.
Don't worry about our House. We caught you, means we get to ask the questions. If you're helpful, maybe....maybe we'll give you enough information to bring back to your boss to keep you from getting in trouble. Elyas says to the man when he asks about what house they represent.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 5:42:35 PM
"How about we share a drink on the Rose with some of our Bramble-taur brothers? You volunteered to follow us, now let us have a conversation with some drinks. I have a feeling you are of no danger to us and we are not a danger to you." "We are friendly... " Wil suddenly changed subjects. "I've been to the City down below.. I don't like it there. It makes me feel strange. I get very uncomfortable. They don't like it either.. " Wil sighed and disappeared near the rear of the group.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 7:28:10 PM "Hey guys, can we stop talking about anyone that we know, anything we own, or anything else that might help this thug and his buddies come after us and our friends later? Pretty please?" Rolth grumpily goes along to the tavern, where hopefully sanity will prevail for at least a few minutes.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Sickened, Stung Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 8:59:05 PM
Tsak gives Mak a blank stare and says Yeah, you heard the lion, leave the Great Sphinx out of it! Moontown it is, to the Ram lads.. By now he's pretty sure that the guy in the disguise is wandering how he ever got caught by these clowns. As the party doubles back Tsak is now in the lead. He does his best to lead the group to the Buttered Ram where they can all have a pint and a nice chat.
DM Mark - "It may mean backtracking a bit." Thursday May 4th, 2023 2:29:27 AM Kiwina suggests the tavern they know in Moontown. Falco follows along. He doesn’t care what the destination is so long as they get off the street. Mak refers to Rolth as the Great Sphinx of Alberoth, and that he will buy drinks in the nearest tavern. Elyas tells the man not to worry about that house the group is with, suggesting they may give the man some information in return for his cooperation. Wil suggests going back to the Rose to have a drink aboard ship with the groups bramble-taur brothers. Rolth growls, "Hey guys, can we stop talking about anyone that we know, anything we own, or anything else that might help this thug and his buddies come after us and our friends later?” Tsak suggests going to the Buttering Ram in Moontown, and takes charge to lead the group there.
Heading to the Buttering Ram reverses your course away from the docks, and you skirt between the edge of Grubbertown and the Scrum.
- As you do, you hear a hawker in the Scrum that claims to be selling deeds to businesses and properties in New Elenna. Funny, he doesn’t look like a real estate agent.
- You pass someone claiming to sell weapons enchanted to always miss their target - "Excellent for screwing over that special someone!"
- You go by a stall, and the man there tries to entice you to look at his selection of unicorn horns and hides, which he says are useful in healing magics as well as many other things!
At this point, your little entourage from Grubbertown seems to lose interest and disperses.
Continuing on to Moontonw, you make your way to a fine, big manor house, with a gated inner courtyard. As before, the gate is closed. Attached to the house outside this gate, you see the tavern you visited before. Above the door is a carved sign - a battering ram, coated in butter with several men trying to hold the slippery ram.
It’s midday. As you enter, you see a few patrons, half of which are halflings. There is a gnome in the corner. You see three elves talking rather furtively amongst themselves at one table. They stop as you come in. Two beastfolk, both badgers in appearance look in your direction and nod.
As before there are a variety of seating options - some higher chairs that would let a small character sit comfortably at the tables, as well as some larger, low chairs an cushions that would accommodate taurs. Falco is also surprised to smell some familiar smells - this place serves halfling food! You also detect the smell of brewing beer here.
Tombo Greenhand, whom you’ve met before walks over. A human, he’s a young man, tall and thin, with sandy red hair and blue eyes. He is dressed in halfling-style clothes: fine shirt, waistcoat, shortened trousers, and bare feet.
He wipes his hands on his apron as he says, "Ah, come in, come in and welcome back. How can we serve you?"
The man with you scans the room, seemingly not surprised by the place or the folk there. He says nothing, his face impassive.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Thursday May 4th, 2023 2:42:19 AM
Ayotnom asks, "Are we sure this place was a good idea?"
He has his reservations about this, especially while the Tide is out of town. He doesn't want to give anything away to the thug they have in tow but he's worried about the safety of those affiliated with the Tide considering that yes, they as adventurers could probably defend this place now if it came to it, but they weren't going to be here forever.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Thursday May 4th, 2023 8:04:30 AM
As they walk in Falco picks up the familiar smells again. "I love this place. We should make this our unofficial base in town." He gives a brief wave to the two beastfolk though he still feels more kinship with the halflings.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Hand|17/-/-/-/-|(WN,BS,PS,WF,WS)**|1d3+6(20)x2)) Thursday May 4th, 2023 10:34:42 AM
Mak wasn't quite sure of Rolth's plan and he didn't know if this man had any allegiances to the teeth or some other house, so he trusted the liontaur's plan. As soon as he walked in he smiled and grabbed an ale for himself and Tsak and then turned to hand the drink to his drinking buddy.
"What you reckon?" he asked the tall Half-orc.
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Thursday May 4th, 2023 12:10:21 PM
Elyas scans the room for a good spot that could accommodate their fairly large group. Preferable one with an empty table next to it to limit how many others hear the conversation, but really people here seem to be good at minding their own business, and their 'guest' doesn't seem like he's going to cause a big scene.
Elyas orders two ales, and hands one to the stranger once they have a spot
"so, how about it then? you tell us who you are and what you're trying to learn from us, and we'll see what we are willing to share in return, savvy?
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Thursday May 4th, 2023 12:34:26 PM
"Excellent!" Wil says with a smile. "Can we get some drinks and make sure you remember that guy, he's important. We want him comfortable." "Ok, let's have a conversation," Wil says once everything is settled.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+20=33 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 7:52:53 PM
Elyas seems to have the questioning in hand, so Rolth sidles over to Tombo and gives him a whispered warning all while seeming outwardly cheerful, "This fellow is probably a spy for the Teeth, you know, those Ga'al heartseed smuggling scum. They seem to be upset that someone got their pet beholder stoned. He might cause a bit of trouble, so maybe some of your handier friends might want to be hanging about. About the best we can hope for is that we go on our way, and he doesn't follow us as we go. Don't see the point in killing him, unless he makes us. But you seem to be in charge of the place while the Tide is out, so I welcome your thoughts on how to handle the fellow, given that you know the political landscape better than us visitors do."
(Bluff = 33 to look casual about the whole thing)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Thursday May 4th, 2023 8:10:16 PM
Kiwina was sure that they weren't following the social norms of this place. But since they were here now, there was no reason not to dine well. "We trust the judgement of your chefs."
He listens to how their guest responds to Elyas.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=32 ; Thursday May 4th, 2023 11:16:09 PM
(OOC: Checking In)
Ayotnom says, "I'll have your strongest ale"
He continues to watch their new "friend" for any funny business
Perception: 32
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status:Sickened, Stung Friday May 5th, 2023 1:10:07 AM
Tsak takes the ale offered by Mak. I reckon you better keep them flowing if we hope to get any info out of our guest. We'll see if a good meal and some heady ales will loosen his lips.
Tsak has a quick sip and then carefully positions himself where he can see the door and also intercept the guest should he decide to leave quickly. He'll partake of some food and a little drink, but this is bis.
DM Mark - "I'll have your strongest ale" Friday May 5th, 2023 2:19:19 AM Ayotnom wonders if it was wise to bring a problem here, particularly with the Tide out of town. He keeps a sharp eye out. Falco is glad to be be back in the Buttering Ram, more for the halfling flavor to the place than anything else. He waves to the anthropomorphic badgers. Mak is quick to grab and ale for himself and for Tsak. Elyas finds a table near a corner away from others. He also grabs two ales, giving the other to the stranger. “So, how about it then? you tell us who you are and what you're trying to learn from us, and we'll see what we are willing to share in return, savvy?” Wil lets Tombo know the new guy is important, and someone that should be made comfortable. He orders drinks for the table. Rolth leaves the table for a moment to whisper to Tombo, "This fellow is probably a spy for the Teeth, you know, those Ga'al heartseed smuggling scum. They seem to be upset that someone got their pet beholder stoned. He might cause a bit of trouble, so maybe some of your handier friends might want to be hanging about. About the best we can hope for is that we go on our way, and he doesn't follow us as we go. Don't see the point in killing him, unless he makes us. But you seem to be in charge of the place while the Tide is out, so I welcome your thoughts on how to handle the fellow, given that you know the political landscape better than us visitors do." Kiwina is concerned the Petals aren’t following the social norms of this place. Still, that's not a reason to not eat well while here.
The stranger scans the room as you enter. Sense Motive DC 15:Highlight to display spoiler: {The stranger you brought with you seems slightly more relaxed as you enter this place.}
Rolth is able to look casual in his conversation with Tombo, but Tombo is quite alarmed. He stares at this new person, and then scowls at Rolth as he replies quietly (but not in a whisper), ”Now see here, I don’t much care who you are, I’ll throw you out myself if you're here to cause trouble. I mean it. The houses know better than to cause trouble here. Best you heed that as well.”
Tombo countenance quickly recovers as he returns with Rolth to your table to get you what you need. Soon there are drinks and food aplenty.
The stranger may not have overheard everything, but he seems to understand well enough. A half smile crosses his face at Tombo’s reaction. ”Seems you folk really are new here. So here’s some free advice to show my good will. Causing trouble in this place will likely bring down the wrath of the Tide and the Prince on your heads. And maybe even the houses. There’s a negotiated truce between the Tide and the houses. Sort of a live and let live agreement that works rather well.
“Who am I? You can call me Grif.
“Why was I following you? To find out where you’re from and where you’re going.
“As far as what I want to learn from you, I’m glad you asked. Why did you break into a Teeth warehouse and kill the creature and the guards there? What business did you have there? What were you looking for? Who sent you to do this? You say you’re not with a house, but I find that hard to believe. Someone told you to go where you did. Who was that someone?”
Ayotnom is brought a strong, flavorful ale as requested, and he is pleasantly surprised to find the tankard fits his large hand. He notices that the gnome in the corner keeps a sharp eye on your group but tries not to be noticed. He looks at Tombo for a moment before he gets up and leaves.
The elves return to their argument. The halflings and the badgers seem somewhat intrigued by your unusual group, and occasionally glance over as they continue with their conversations.
Soon, three humans in leathers enter and take a table away from yours. They seem to look at your group for a bit and order some drinks. They have no weapons. Perception DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: {They have plenty of knives hidden about them, and perhaps some other sharp things as well.}
The food and the drinks are good. There is no entertainment this afternoon.
Two halflings come over and challenge Mak and Tsak to a game of darts. (If you accept, roll three ranged attack rolls each.)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+17=27 ; d20+24=38 Friday May 5th, 2023 7:07:10 AM
Rolth sees "Grif" relax as we enter, which tends to corroborate his later assertion that this place is not one for causing trouble. Which is good, because that was the whole point of his private aside with Tombo, who has clearly misunderstood. "We're not going to cause trouble here, Grif, but you on the other hand can't be trusted not to. Fancy disguise, sneaking around town spying on people, and drawing a blade when confronted for this suspicious behavior. So how about we stop with the accusations and enjoy some food and drink in peace before going our separate ways. No muss, no fuss, and no violating local custom here in this fine establishment, which is just teeming with sharp bits." This last with a casual glance towards the humans that just came in.
(Sense Motive = autosuccess Perception = 27, success Diplomacy to chill everyone out = 38)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+13=17 ; d20+20=26 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 8:48:42 AM
(Sense motive = 17, perception @ +20)
"What is it with city folk -- " Kiwina begins, even though he's the tourist here, before changing his approach. "We may not be from around here, but you should be answering our questions. Who are you, and why were you following us?"
Kiwina enjoys the food while he waits for an answer. He also studies Grif, trying to assess his likely abilities and health. (Perception = 26)
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:28/18T/--FF|CMD 33|Dart|26/-/-/-(RS)/-|(,BS,PBS)**|1d4+9(20)x2)) d20+10=26 ; d20+17=23 ; d20+26=34 ; d20+26=34 ; d20+26=33 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 9:09:12 AM
Mak was following the conversation closely and had almost decided to take Tsak and slip out to update the keys about their task when he was approached and challenged to darts. He looked over at the others and saw they were engaged with their tail, so he had a minute.
"Ok. Let's see, this end goes into the target, right?" he said in an attempt to seem humble as he stepped to the line. Mak took his time with each throw as he carefully lined up each shot and tossed the dart towards the target. Each Dart struck home dead center.
"Look at that!" Mak exclaimed. "What luck!"
OOC: Sense Motive +10, Roll 26 Perception +17, Roll 23
Edit: I messed up with the mod, adjusted rolls below. Results are the same. Darts, Attacks. Roll 28, 28, 27
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | d20+13=29 ; d20+18=34 ; Friday May 5th, 2023 9:51:41 AM
{Sense Motive: 29} {Perception: 34}
Faclo picks up the body language of their new companion as well as the armed nature of the newcomers. He listens for a moment and then moves to watch the game of darts while keeping an eye on the new comers.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Friday May 5th, 2023 8:36:46 PM
“We are not really a convert group, are we?” Wil adds watching as they lost an audience but now quickly gaining a new audience. “What house are you with?” Wil redirects the question back to Grif.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Saturday May 6th, 2023 1:14:23 AM
Tsak politely declines the game of darts. He replaces Grif's drink when its done, trying not to look too menacing when he does so. Otherwise he stays silent and just watches whats going on around him.
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Saturday May 6th, 2023 1:11:16 PM
Elyas does not answer Griff yet, but is interested in who sent the man
"so you have been following us since we left the warehouse, or were you sent to keep an eye on us before that?are you with the House of Teeth, or another interested party?
Elyas assumes it is probably the latter, as a Teeth agent would probably be doing more than just watching them after they took out a beholder that was under Teeth guard.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Saturday May 6th, 2023 5:40:35 PM
“We are not really a convert group, are we?” Wil adds watching as they lost an audience but now quickly gaining a new audience. “What house are you with?” Wil redirects the question back to Grif.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Saturday May 6th, 2023 10:07:37 PM
Ayotnom casts message on the group minus Grif and excuses himself to the privy. When he's away from the table and the gnome he whispers to the party, "Hey guys, There is a gnome in the corner scoping us out."
The sudden appearance of Kiwina's voice in Tsak's head causes the ranger to jump a bit. He hadn't seen the big guy cast the spell, some notice would have been nice. At the mention of the gnome Tsak takes a closer look around the room and becomes aware of the preponderance of knives on the group of men a couple of tables across.
Gain entrance to warehouse = tick Deal with the monster within = tick Lie low after the gig = improvement required.
Tsak can see this thing going sideways if the Petals aren't careful, and he's suddenly thinking it was a mistake to bring Grif to their favorite watering hole in Dirt City. Hopefully the pubs reputation as independant of the Houses will keep everyone's murderous instincts at bay.
Sure. That'll work.
He checks his kukri is in place and makes sure he can reach and draw his sword if required.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Monday May 8th, 2023 12:53:41 AM
Ayotnom does his business and comes back (OOC: checking in)
DM Mark - Grif Monday May 8th, 2023 1:15:44 AM Rolth tells Grif he cannot be trusted and admonishes the man for his sneaky behavior. Kiwina seems annoyed with Grif, telling him, ”you should be answering our questions. Who are you, and why were you following us?" Mak steps up to the darts and feigns unfamiliarity. Then he throws 3 bullseyes without even trying. Falco misses nothing. He watches Mak humiliate the halflings and keeps an eye on the three rogues that entered. Wil asks rhetorically if the Petals are a covert group. Then he asks Grif what house he is with. Tsak sees Mak’s throws and declines the game of darts. He gives Grif another ale. Grig nods to Tsak. Elyas asks Grif if he followed on his own or if he was sent to follow the Petals. He asks if Grif is with the House of Teeth. Ayotnom casts a spell in the tavern, which draws some attention, and then leaves to the privy. Once there, he sends a whispered Message to 6 of his 7 friends, warning them that the gnome that was sitting in the corner was scoping them out.
Grif regards Rolth for a moment. ”I can see why sneaky behavior may offend those that broke into a warehouse and murdered the guards.”
He continues to group, ”I told you who I was and why I was following you. And yes, you could say I work for the Teeth. You murdered two of my friends. Now, friend, you said you would answer my questions if I answered yours. Why did you break into a Teeth warehouse, assassinate the creature there and kill my friends? I know why I was there, what was your business there? What were you looking for? Who sent you to do this? This was not some random act of larceny, because you didn’t break in to steal anything. So who told you to go to that warehouse?”
“Oh, and thanks for the meal and the beer.” (This last part is not sincere.)
The elves and the humans stop talking and look at you. The half-dozen or so halflings don’t seem to care much.
The two halflings with Mak stare at the dart board for a stunned moment, their mouths hanging open. Then their eyes narrow as they look at Mak. ”Awright, what’s your deal?” “Yeah, you’re using magic, aren’t you.” “That wasn’t just luck.” “He’s trying to scam us, he is.” “Yeah, you owe us a beer.” “Yeah, and show us how you did that.” Then another halfling scurries over and says, ”Yeah, me too. I’m with them. You owe us three a beer.” The three look expectantly up at Mak.
You see the gnome return with a rather burley looking female dwarf. A large smith’s hammer hangs from her belt. The gnome returns to his seat in the corner and the dwarf has a whispered conversation with Tombo before getting two ales and going to sit with the gnome. This pair scans the room.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+24=32 ; Monday May 8th, 2023 6:43:08 AM "We did not break into the warehouse, we walked right in. And I defy you to show otherwise. As for murder, we did but defend ourselves when attacked, both by your brigand friends and the creature there. As for the creature there, we did not learn what it was from any house, but rather from our own intelligence sources. And having learned that those who control the warehouse had brought in a beholder as an ally, well, we are big darned heroes, so we knew we must investigate this potential threat to all decent folk. The beholder then attacked us, and we destroyed it, which I think it quite proper. If I serve anyone, it is no house, but rather Domi the Defender. And quite proud of that too. Maybe you should rethink your life choices and serve something bigger than a House that would join forces with such a great evil."
(Diplomacy = 32, directed at least as much at our audience as at the spy)
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Monday May 8th, 2023 8:10:19 AM
Mak looked down at the haflings and nodded. "It's true. I might be under the blessing of Domi, Wardd, or the Warper Sar, so you deserve not only a beer but a decent snack as well. Let's see what they have here that my pocket can provide, ok?"
Mak knew he was carrying about fifty gold, so he reckoned that these three haflings would wipe him out in short order. Once the food was ordered, Mak patted Tsak on the shoulder, saying simply. "Watch who follows." as he stepped outside to get some fresh air. Once the door closed behind him he stepped around the corner and watched the door for pursuers. If after a few minutes no one exited the Buttering Ram, Mak started to make his way to Keys territory.
He listened worried about the elevating tension in the room. He searched for a quick exit or a way to distract and help the group escape if needed. (Perception: 15)
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Monday May 8th, 2023 9:56:34 AM It is as Rolth says, we came here to this city looking for information related to happenings outside of this place. We are not associated with any house, but have come to investigate a threat to our homeland. Instead of finding our answers we stumbled upon information about a mythical evil monster being smuggled into a warehouse. we went in to have a look to see if the rumors were true, and were attacked by the thing. So naturally we had to defend ourselves and kill it.
Elyas looks to the others to see if any of them know what to do now. we have a Teeth agent here, who knows we killed the Beholder. We can't let him go back to his masters until we get what we need... so what to do with Grif in the meantime??
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Monday May 8th, 2023 10:56:41 AM
With the dart game done Falco has nothing to do but return to the group. He is not going to get involved in this discussion even though he fears it is not going well from the start. He knows a beholder could not be allowed to exist in the city though he does feel he should not have killed the guard.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=19 ; Monday May 8th, 2023 8:14:57 PM
Ayotnom returns to the party and orders another beer.
He scopes out the Dwarf with the gnome. (Perception: 19)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+13=14 ; Monday May 8th, 2023 8:23:54 PM "I don't remember promising to exchange information, only to leave you unharmed if you spend an hour getting drunk after we go." Kiwina hopes at least that the story of a beholder being in town gets some consideration from the patrons here. He attempts to get a read on the room. (Sense motive = 14, not going to get a hunch that way)
DM Mark - Grif Tuesday May 9th, 2023 3:30:21 AM Rolth says the Petals did not break in. They just walked in, and defended themselves. And since the creature in there was a beholder, the Petals must be heroes! Then he encourages Grif to rethink his life choices and follow Domi. Mak admits to being under a Divine blessing. He buys the halflings some beer and snacks. Then he asks Tsak to see if anyone follows him and he slips out the door to head to the Keys territory. Wil managed to shush the voices in his head. He worries and looks for a quick exit, but all he sees is the front door to this place and a couple of windows. Elyas repeats what Rolth said, referring to an evil mythical monster, and asserts they were only defending themselves. Falco worries the conversation with Grif is sliding sideways. Ayotnom returns from his trip to the privy. He looks over to the gnome and the dwarf in the corner. Kiwina says, "I don't remember promising to exchange information, only to leave you unharmed if you spend an hour getting drunk after we go." He hopes others overheard the discussion about the beholder.
Ayotnom can see that the gnome is keeping a general eye on the room, sipping his ale. The dwarf, however, seems to be staring in the Petals direction. Is she looking at the Petals, or their guest, or both? He looks back at her, since she’s not shy about observing the Petals. Ayotnom thinks he remembers her from the Petals’ visit to the adjoining courtyard before - something about her running a leather working place.
Kiwina suspects that the humans are listening to the conversion coming from the Petals direction. He’s not sure about the elves, though they are quieter now than they were before. The halflings seem to be discussing things among themselves.
Speaking of the halflings, the three friends Mak made gather up their food and drink and follow Mak out of the tavern. ”Hey, where you going?” “Can we go?” “Yeah, we’re pretty good company. I mean, we’re not as good at darts as you are.” “Say, while we go, tell us what else you’re good at?” “Yeah, how about belching. You good at that?” Then one of the halflings lets out a pretty long belch. They look expectantly at Mak.
Grif replies to the Petals protestations of innocence. ”Sure. Whatever you say. You used magic to enter a warehouse and then killed everything in there in self defense. Anyway, you need me to stay here an hour after you leave? Sure - leave some money for beer and be on your way. Unless you need to kill the people here in self defense before you go.”
Two more dwarves enter the place, shout a greeting to Tombo and sit down. Two beers are brought to them.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Tuesday May 9th, 2023 6:50:23 AM
Tsak watches with a faint smile as Mak's entourage follow him out the door. They remind him of 3 annoyingly endearing creatures that the party met near a monsters lair a few years ago. Snapping out of his reverie he focuses on the table where Grif and Rolth are vying for higher moral ground and the sleev-ed hearts of the inn's patrons. At this point he's figured that the dwarf and gnome are with Tombo, so he splits his attention between the humans and the elves. Tsak stays near the dart board where he's in the good position to surprise or flank anyone that makes moves toward the rest of the petals.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Tuesday May 9th, 2023 8:02:49 AM
Falco would very much like this conversation over with and have the Petals on their way. Currently he is not seeing an upside for the group. 'If I was still a halfling I would ask those fellows to keep an eye on this guy for a bit. Not sure they would respond to a beastfolk.'
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(88/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) d20+6=7 ; Tuesday May 9th, 2023 9:29:06 AM "Feeling a touch gassy." Mak admitted. "You're welcome to walk along, but stay upwind." he laughed as he headed.
"I'm ok with a longbow." Mak offered. "And not too bad with this pig sticker." he said as he patted the rapier tucked into his belt.
"Hey, you fellas want to go back and set us up a round of ales while I take care of business? I'm paying." he offered as he pulled out a handful of gold coins. (20gp) "I shouldn't be long."
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Tuesday May 9th, 2023 1:39:11 PM
Elyas looks at Kiwina and shrugs.
"I suppose that's that then. Hypothetically, what would it cost to not tie our names in with the warehouse break-in when you report back to the Teeth? I'm sure they would prefer that we don't go around advertising that the House of Teeth had a freaking beholder hidden away in their strip
he says that part just a little louder, so that it is possible others might hear, but not shouting it
And we would prefer to not have the House of Teeth coming after us while we finish our research trip in this fine city. The more trouble that comes our way, the more people will hear about the beholder. but it could be a lot simpler if we could convince you to hold on to your report for a few days until we are sailing away, you know?
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+4=6 ; Tuesday May 9th, 2023 5:20:38 PM
"Interested in our activities, do you know anything about these plans to use the Beholder? The creature seemed to have other ideas... in that, he was going to cause some problems. I really don't think having the creature WAS going to work out well for Dirt City. Such a disaster... and I'm sure a few of the patrons in this tavern would not be too thrilled to know you may be involved in killing their family." (Intimidate: 6) Wil suddenly goes off on a tangent regarding birds and windmills. He realizes he has lost all ability to control himself and steps away arguing with himself.
(Dang it.. I thought that was a good accusatory statement then ruined by a bad roll.. lol)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Tuesday May 9th, 2023 7:35:01 PM "Why are you called the teeth anyway? There has to be a story behind that." Kiwina ponders what the natural enemy of a beholder would be or what the other houses may have that this one sought such an alliance. Would the son of Vurm have been such an ally? They knew he could change his form. Kiwina does not, however, discuss dragons with Griff.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/135 HP | AC: 18; Touch: 11; CMD: 27 d20+17=27 ; Tuesday May 9th, 2023 7:39:22 PM
After waiting to hear Grif's response to Elyas' proposal that he keep mum in response to us not advertising the Teeth's latest nefarius plot, Rolth is ready to go. Grif says that he will stay here for an hour if we pay the tab, and Rolth is willing to plunk down the coin to make that happen, putting it in Tombo's hands. If any of the Petals start discussing destinations or other plans before we exit the tavern, Rolth will shush them vigorously. He is pretty sure that he can drown out anything these smaller companions might be able to say!
Once well clear of the exit, Rolth will propose that the party watch the door from a hidden vantage point nearby for a few minutes, then head off. He will start a whispered conversation about where to go, proposing that we go back to our ship for now, since Mak is already headed elsewhere. As we begin to move, he will watch carefully for anyone tailing or otherwise paying the party undue attention.
(Perception = 27)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Tuesday May 9th, 2023 11:18:15 PM
Ayotnom whispers to the group, "The dwarf with the gnome, she was in the courtyard earlier. I think she owns a leatherworking place."
DM Mark - Different Directions d20=9 ; d20=8 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 1:38:25 AM Tsak watches as Mak and his followers leave. He keeps an eye on the human and the elves, not really trusting either. Falco debates asking the halflings to keep an eye on Grif. Mak warns the halflings of his flatulence, then he offers them 20 gold to drink and wait for his return. Elyas asks Grif what it would cost to not tie the Petals to the warehouse break-in, and even suggests the Petals will keep quiet about the beholder if Grif withholds the info about the Petals. Wil asks if Grif knew about plans to use the beholder, suggesting the creature was a threat to Dirt City. Kiwina asks why the Teeth are called the Teeth. Rolth lets Elyas discuss things with Grif. Ready makes a plan to leave and head back to the ship. He pays Tombo a few gold to keep Grif snacking and drinking for an hour. Thanks to Ayotnom’s Message spell, he can whisper things to Ahyotnom who can then relay the plan to the others. Ayotnom informs the group quietly that the dwarven woman is likely the leather worker they saw in the Tide House courtyard earlier.
—---------------------------------------------- The halflings like Mak’s company, and they seem ready to accept a flatulence challenge. But they are quick to take his money and promise to drink in his honor until his return. They go back in the inn. They flash a thumbs up to their friends and order some ales!
With Mak’s little helpers gone, he heads up alone toward the Keys’ territory. Past the Full Moon Market, and, … was it past Wardd’s temple? Yeah, he’s pretty sure it was. He’s looking for the place he…wait, which building was it - they’re all pretty similar looking. Hmmm. (Make two rolls for Mak, Survival or Knowledge Local, whichever he’s better at.) ---------------------------------------------
As Elyas lays out a proposal for Grif he thinks for a moment, which seems to require some effort on his part. Eventually he replies to Elyas, glancing at Rolth for a moment as he does. ”First, glad you agree that your crew broke in.
“Now, I figure for 100 gold, I’ll do my best to convince my House that going after you all would only bring more publicity to the ally they had in there. We were always a little weirded out by that thing anyway, so I can’t say I’m sad it’s gone. My friends on the other hand … well, that’s the job, right?
“As far as knowing who done it, well, you all don’t exactly blend in. The cat’s likely outta the bag on that one.
“As for that thing being a threat to the folks in Dirt City, that’s nonsense. That creature weren’t there for muscle. Nah, it was some sorta smuggling mastermind. It only dealt with the higher-ups, Vox or Horatio mostly. They were pretty proud of that monstrosity and will be pretty sore it’s gone. But still, the nature of that beast is prolly best kept under wraps, so I think I can convince them there’s not much profit in going after you lot.”
Assuming you offer him the 100 gold, he will take it and assure you he’ll be there a while.
Assuming Mak left, the rest of the Petals head out. They wait for a few minutes to make sure Grif doesn't follow them. He does not, at least not that they know, so the Petals make their way to the Rose to wait for Mak.
After an hour, Mak’s still not back.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Wednesday May 10th, 2023 8:17:09 AM "Sounds like a fair price for some discretion. You also may want to rethink your employment, a Beholder is bad business."
Falco is happy to be out of the inn and headed back to the Rose.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:40AO/32/22T/--FF|CMD 37|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) d20+7=15 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+10=30 ; 3d8+5=23 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 11:29:12 AM
Glad that his hafling friends were gone, Mak moved through the city in the general direction he thought best, stopping only to drink a potion of Foxes Cunning to sharpen his mind and a potion of Owl's Wisdom to make good decisions. Lastly, he dropped the ring back into his haversack, gloved his rapier, and since he was starting to feel a bit vulnerable he drank his potion of Cure Serious Wounds and saw that his leg completely healed.
Mak slowed to a stop. He felt like he might have made a wrong turn, so he looked about for landmarks. He thought he spotted the roof of a familiar building in the distance and buoyed by a sense of accomplishment he headed towards the Key tower.
OOC: Survival +7, Roll 15(+2 OW)=17, 15(+2 OW)=17. KS: Geography +10, Roll 30 (If that skill applies) (+2 FC) = 32 Potion: CSW +23 Hp
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+11=26 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 3:50:24 PM
Wil continues to argue with himself in the corner almost missing the group leaving. He follows. He sticks to the shadows trying out his new Stealth craftiness. (Stealth: 26) but he is still dressed differently so don't know how well that goes. Maybe he just blends into the crowds but has the ability to disappear in the shadows
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+20=27 ; d3=3 ; d20+20=37 ; d20+20=35 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 3:53:39 PM
Elyas thinks that what Grif laid out was probably the best they could hope for. He pays the man 100 gold and pushes back from the table. Elyas leaves with the others, leaving grif to drink and think for a bit.
they head back to the Rose and Elyas asks whoever ended up with them to let him examine the rings off of the Beholder.
[ooc ignore the d3, misclicked it. I think there were 3 rings?] spellcraft on the rings once i have a chance: ring 1: 27 ring 2: 37 ring 3: 35
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Wednesday May 10th, 2023 8:07:31 PM
Kiwina is a bit surprised that Mak went off without Tsak, Elyas, or Wil. There's little to do about it now, except wait for him to return. Unless they all want to head towards the Key tower in hopes of finding Mak there.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 d20+17=22 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 8:59:17 PM
While the Petals wait, Rolth is happy to hand over the ring that he picked up to Elyas to be identified. Rolth will try to assist Elyas with his own spellcraft rolls.
(auto success to aid another to give Elyas +2 on each spellcraft roll)
That done, Rolth paces, anxious for Mak to return with news. As time passes, he will check with Wil to estimate how long it should take Mak to return after a short visit to the House in question. His own guess is about three hours, so if Wil can't help him with the math, Rolth will want the party to go then to look for Mak, starting in the area where we would expect to find our contacts.
(Perception =22 to find Mak or spot trouble headed our way)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: d20+10=19 ; d20+17=34 ; Wednesday May 10th, 2023 10:13:44 PM
(Survival=19, Perception=34) Tsak begins to feel like he should have followed Mak out the door, two heads is always better than one. Oh well, a learning for next time. He goes to find Esmerelda and the two of them locate a spot in the sun to wait for the fighter to return.
After a couple of hours Tsak is pretty fidgety, but given their recent incursion he doesn't want to split the party so waits till everyone is ready to go have a look for his mate.
When the party goes looking Tsak looks for physical evidence of Mak (Survival), starting as close to the Buttered Ram as the Petals are comfortable with. He also tries to get into his mate's head (Perception) to think what the bloke would do.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Wednesday May 10th, 2023 11:30:14 PM
Before they leave Ayotnom tells Grif some of what they learned about Beholders from the WLA doing the best he can to sanitize the information so as to protect their source and ends with saying to the man, "Beholders are bad business and a threat to people in general."
DM Mark - Different Directions d100=90 ; d100=36 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 1:45:33 AM Falco suggests Grif rethink his employment. Wil tries out his new found stealth abilities. (Be sure to read up on both the Stealth skill and the Shadowdancer’s supernatural abilities with this skill. Send your DMs an email if you have any questions about how all this works.) Elyas wants to look at the rings the beholder wore. Kiwina is surprised Mak went alone to meet with the Keys. Rolth help Elyas with his efforts. He begins to worry Mak is still gone as he thinks it shouldn’t have taken more than a couple of hours. Tsak regrets a bit not going with Mak. But, being Tsak, he makes the best of things. He kicks it in the late afternoon sun with Esmerelda as the ship gently rocks moored to the stone dock. Ayotnom shares what he knows about beholders with Grif, hoping he understand the gravity of the creature they were protecting. The man seems a little unnerved to hear what the thing could do and actually thanks Ayotnom for the information. Mak moves into unfamiliar territory in an unfamiliar city. He drinks a couple potions to sharpen his wits and does his best to look for landmarks. He also drinks a healing potion.
Elyas will talk to his friends and find that Wil and Rolth both have a ring from the beholder. Mak has the third ring. In addition, Elyas looks at the headband the beholder wore (that your DM forgot to mention. D’oh!) He will find that the ring Rolth has is a Ring of Blinking, which would explain the beholder’s ability. The ring that Wil carries is rather unusual. It grants +4 to saving throws as a Cloak or Resistance but is a spotless item. And that headband? It’s a +4 Headband of Alluring Charisma. Pretty powerful items.
Things are relatively quiet at the docks today. Not in a creepy way, just in a slow commerce way. But it’s kinda nice. There is one ship manned by liontaurs unloading some cargo a couple docks over.
Where the heck is Mak - it’s been almost three hours. Maybe he got lost. Or maybe he’s back at the Buttering Ram drinking with those halflings.
—--------------------------------------------- Meanwhile, Mak is lost. Or rather Mak is right here and it’s Drola that is lost to him. He can see Key Tower and he knows the building where the Petals met with Drola is somewhere nearby. He searches for a couple hours but can’t seem to figure out which one it was. He’s pretty sure he’s looked at some of these buildings now more than once. Drola seemed a bit secretive and kept a pretty low profile, so really it’s her fault that she’s lost. Given her reluctance to involve the Keys in affairs with other houses, he’s not even sure if others among the Keys would know about the mission she gave the Petals. He could pound on some doors. He could just start shouting “Drola”, but would she have even given her real name? Or maybe if he stays here long enough Drola will find him - it’s possible. Mak knows his skills are many, but it’s others in his party that really excel at this kind of a search.
(Rest assured that the DM is not trying to thwart you. Finding Drola is indeed difficult, especially for one person. Mak can continue to search, making either one Survival or Knowledge Local check per hour at DC 30.)
The afternoon stretches into early evening.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 d20+17=27 ; d20+10=28 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 7:34:59 AM "Wow, great items! Perhaps we should have folks wear some of them temporarily until we have everyone here to divide more permanently. Can I wear the headband for now?"
On the way off the ship, Rolth will ask Ramsey to tell Mak to stay aboard if he returns without us. We'll come back every 3-4 hours to check on him.
Once back in the city, he suggests just heading for the non-descript place where we first met Drola, seeing if Mak is there or they can help us find him without attracting attention, then circle out from there if needed.
(Perception = 27 for threats or Mak) (Survival = 28 to help our more capable leads find the way)
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:40AO/32/22T/--FF|CMD 37|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) d20+15=18 ; d20+7=11 ; d20+17=31 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 8:24:15 AM
Mak could see the tower, so he knew he was in the right part of the city. When he left so quickly he hadn't thought of the warehouse meeting place and that nondescript building was proving to be a bit difficult to locate. The warrior leaned against a nearby building and closed his eyes as he went over the twists and turns of the streets in his mind. How hard could this be? He'd navigated much more difficult places in the past, here he just had a few blocks of streets.
Seraching his mind for the correct place, Mak just came up empty. He could turn back and seek help, but is friends were counting on him. Instead he walked into the square in front of the Key's Tower and withdrew his mandolin and his tabard. He turned the tabard inside out and laid it on the ground in front of him, dropping a silver coin on it to let people know what the cloth was for.
Gripping the instrument properly Mak started to play. After a few false starts he found a tune he was comfortable playing and between songs he took a moment to pick the next one. (taking 10 with each attempt - 17 on each check). He wasn't the performer that Rolth was, but he made a fair minstrel as he chose upbeat, happy tunes, sure to get people's attention.
He knew he would attract attention this way, so perhaps one of Drola's agents would spot him here to do the info exchange. As he played he looked out over the square looking for signs of Drola.
OOC: A DC 30 check on Survival or KS: Local is impossible for Mak without burning through hero points.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Thursday May 11th, 2023 9:22:23 AM
Falco has no problem with Rolth keeping the headband and will not make much of a fuss about any of the items though the ring is exceedingly good.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Thursday May 11th, 2023 10:00:52 AM
Elyas is impressed with the value of the items they lifted from the stoned Beholder. The blinking ability on the monster was quite difficult to deal with, but the practical uses were limited since it has the possibility of making the user miss too.
Elyas doesn't really need any of the items, as the defensive buffs should go to people who spend more time getting hit!
"we should definitely not split up now, we don't need anyone else going missing! Hopefully Mak is just off drinking or something. You don't think the Teeth got to him already do you? We should go meet with Drola, then search for Mak. Maybe one of her people has seen him.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20=17 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 5:39:36 PM
Wil drops his desire to do anything stealthy and just walks with the others. He looks for anyone familiar, Maybe he can get ideas on Drola's location or Mak's (Know Local: 17)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+22=37 ; d20+6=17 ; Thursday May 11th, 2023 11:16:39 PM "I doubt anyone got to Mak, he's pretty able to take care of himself. On the other hand, you may be right about him having found a bar, Elyas."
When the others head out, though, Kiwina goes along. "Are we looking for Mak or Drola or both?" Kiwina decides that for now he is looking for Mak. Drola is more likely to find them than the other way around, assuming she intends to.
(Survival = 37 or 40 if tracking works in this environment; local knowledge = 17 looking for the place they met Drola)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Friday May 12th, 2023 12:07:56 AM
'Of course he's gone off to chat up some woman. Only reason to leave a perfectly good tavern, really. Or for gold. In this case it's both, so Mak is forgiven.' Tsak explains to Esmerelda as the two drag themselves away from their spot in the sun and join the search.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=29 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 2:13:50 AM
Ayotnom says to Kiwana, "We should go looking for Mak."
He joins anyone in searching for their wayward companion.
Perception: 29
DM Mark - Different Directions d100=95 ; d20=13 ; d20=14 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 3:02:46 AM Rolth discusses the items found and wears the headband the Beholder had. As the party heads out to check on Mak, Rolth tells Ramsey to let Mak know to stay there if he returns. He says the Petal will check back at the ship every 3-4 hours. Mak knew he was in the right area, but he didn’t think the building where they met Drola would be that hard to find. He takes another approach. He lays out some clothing on the ground and begins playing his mandolin, hoping that perhaps Drola or her agents will spot him. Falco is good with the party using the found items. Elyas is worried Mak is not back and that something might have happened to him. He suggests seeking out Drola. Wil realized he might not be able to keep up with the party at a normal pace while moving stealthily. He looks for anyone familiar. Kiwina is not worried about Mak’s safety, he’s more worried about his sobriety. Kiwina applies his Survival skills to seeking out Mak. Tsak figures Mak was distracted by a tavern or a woman or both. He and Esmerelda trot off with the others. Ayotnom heads out with the others looking for Mak.
—------------------------------------------------ Mak’s efforts result in a few coins tossed on his cloth. He also gets told gruffly that performers usually do better at the docks, or the Temple of Wardd, or any of the markets. (You DM did and has been rolling a percentage chance for Drola to find Mak, but once again not this hour.) —------------------------------------------------
A couple things come from Wil’s efforts.
When Wil decides to use stealth, his friends will see him do something quite remarkable. He actually reaches out and draws nearby shadows to him, and as the shadows envelope him he is able to disappear from sight. Well, from the sight of normal people - most of the Petals can still see him just fine. Wil will find that trying to keep up with everyone does make it more difficult to remain hidden as he moves.
Wil is able to recognize a couple people on the docks that he knew from his time in Grubbertown. They give a grunt of recognition, and when asked about someone named Drola they’ve not heard of that person.
The party heads out. They make their way back to the Keyhole, the name for the area around Key Tower. Soon, they find a wandering troubadour playing his…wait a minute! That’s not just any wandering minstrel, that’s Mak. And from the looks of things he’s earning a bit.
By now it’s dusk. Torches are lit on the tower and lamps shine through some windows.
Soon though, with Kiwina’s survival shills and the assistance of others in the party, the Petals are pretty sure they have located that same non-descript doorway where they met with Drola before. They knock on the door and after a moment, a small girl you saw before opens the door. She says over her shoulder, ”It’s them Drola.” She lets you in. Drola is rises from a chair. There is a human dressed in leathers there as well.
Drola says, ”Ah, welcome back. You made quite a ruckus there in Smuggler City. If the rumors are true, you released some demons. So tell me what happened? What sort of creature was in there? Were they any witnesses? I see you all made it out alive, so that’s good.”
Drola will sit, but the human and the girl stand. There are places for you to sit and a pitcher of water. There are some cups that are probably clean.
(Ayotnom, Mak and Rolth can see through the little girl's disguise - she's actually a halfling.)
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) d20+17=23 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 8:38:30 AM
As soon as the petals entered the square and Mak spotted them he put away his mandolin and gathered up the coins from the ground. He flipped the tabard around and put it on, once more proclaiming his noble house for all to see.
"Greeting chaps! It seems that I can walk from Zarthmore to New Elenna and back without getting proper lost, but put me in a small city and I can't find my way past the Tavern." he called out as he patted each on the back when they approached.
Once reacquainted and they were on their way, Mak dropped his meager earnings from his performance into the most convenient beggars cup as they passed, including his one silver piece seed money.
At Drola's place Mak withdrew the three beholder eyestalks from his haversack and laid them on the table. "I believe one of us has claimed one as a trophy, but the other two can be used as proof that a dangerous and evil creature was being kept in the warehouse."
Mak didn't elaborate as he walked over and poured a cup of water, sniffed it, and decided that it would have to do in the absence of ale or beer. He then went to the door and leaned against it and watched the room while his friends conducted the meeting.
"Elyas, old bean. Can you mend this for me?" Mak said pointing to the line of vaporized material on his leggings. "Leg healed up jolly good, but fabric is still a might buggered up."
OOC: Perception +17, Roll 23
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Friday May 12th, 2023 9:13:53 AM
Elyas rolls his eyes at Mak. The guy wanders off on his own, ends up playing music for money as if the party is in any need of small change, and then is more focused on damaged leggings than dealing with a representative of the local crime family.
yeah of course, I'll fix it right up when we get to the ship
in the discussion with Drola, Elyas says "it is just as our source told us. the creature they had was a Beholder. Nasty creature. Seems it was not there against its will but was an ally of the Teeth. Something about running a smuggling operation with them. It didn't like that we snuck in and it attacked us. in the end we turned it to stone and killed its companions.
We got out and scattered before many guards could get there, but we had to kill a few guards or mercenaries that responded quickly. We grew a tail who worked for the teeth and knew what we did. We may have been able to convince him to keep our involvement on the down low, but no guarantee.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Friday May 12th, 2023 9:25:02 AM "Some of the creatures that were with the beholder escaped but I do not think they will be an issue."
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Friday May 12th, 2023 11:00:44 AM
Kiwina realizes upon seeing his haul that Mak is a professional troubadour, as opposed to their amateur Rolth. Something to keep in mind for later.
When discussing events with Drola, Kiwina adds that the tail Elyas mentioned gave them the name Grif, but they doubt it's correct. Kiwina is really more interested in the information they came to Dirt City to get.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 Friday May 12th, 2023 3:40:37 PM
Rolth nods along to Elyas' description of the encounter with the beholder, adding, "The beholder called itself Volsuqelx. Claimed its role with the Teeth was to provide advice. Both it and the Grif fellow tried to get us to reveal which House we were working with, but of course we gave them no such information. Well, now that we have done what you asked, might we have our reward and information in return? That was 10,000 gold pieces, a magic item, and information about Nevras Canthil, including where he is and which House he is working with, if I am not mistaken."
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) d20+10=20 ; Friday May 12th, 2023 3:41:08 PM
Mak was thirsty, had been lost and not trusting himself to the streets of the city, but was in an area where he at least had some security. So naturally he had stayed put. His time on high alert had him in a peculiar frame of mind such that Elyas sarcasm wasn't lost on him. It made him wonder what he had done to earn such. He supposed that had he been successful and returned in a timely manner the reception would be better, but that didn't happen. The young nobleman thought he handled it well anyway, apparently that wasn't the universal opinion.
"As you wish, Elyas." Mak replied already not concerned if his clothing was repaired or not. He had extra, he just thought the walk back might be better and he less recognizable in undamaged attire. That he still bore the mark of a disintegration beam might alert someone, but he'd handle it when the time came.
Mak also noted Kiwina's appraising glance and held up a hand. "Don't go getting any ideas, I was playing simple tunes and old songs at that. Rolth is a master bard, and I just an amateurish hack compared to he. I didn't even keep the coin." he said at Kiwina's odd look.
"Hey, what's in this water?" he asked.
He hopes someone says "Water", to which Mak will reply sullenly. "yeah...."
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Sunday May 14th, 2023 1:35:08 AM
Tsak puches Mak lightly in the arm Your shout.
Then he turns his concentration to Drola and awaits her reply to Rolth.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Sunday May 14th, 2023 8:50:48 PM
Ayotnom says, "You're a halfling!?! I thought you were human."
Ayotnom says, "Well we bribed the guy with enough gold that he'd better keep his mouth shut. Remember I was the one that tripped him up in the first place. Otherwise he might have made a bolt for it without being forced to enjoy our company for that long."
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Monday May 15th, 2023 9:10:55 AM "Yeah. Our cover is blown. We won't make good agents after this. Not in Teeth territory. We really make better enforcers than spies. I will say we didn't kill anyone that didn't try to kill us first. I'm allergic to that, ya know. Maybe even this water too." Mak said as he swirled the cup and looked at its dubious contents from his place at the exit.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Monday May 15th, 2023 2:20:32 PM
"We should tell here how we killed the creature," Wil says as he steps out of the shadows. "It was an epic battle, maybe not epic but it was huge.. maybe not huge.. it was great."
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Monday May 15th, 2023 4:56:12 PM "Epic for sure, exactly not like this water. I bet Rolth already has a song. You see Kiwina jumped on top of it and weighted it down, then Wil used this really long glove....I'd have done something, but from experience I don't mess with flying tiger, lions, and bears...um centaurs."
I'd leave right now, but I'd just get lost."
Temp DM SteveK Monday Post Monday May 15th, 2023 5:37:12 PM
Ooc: Friends, apologies on only an Ooc post. Mark is on vacation and Jeremy had to leave the Wold suddenly. Im gonna take this weeks posts. Reading madly.
Would really help if all Players do a summation post on what they think they have done in Dirt City and what do they want to do next.
As ACDM, I approved the module, so should be easy for me to slide into the story once I know what is happening. I won’t be able to re-create exactly the ambiance or NPCs, so please forgive any slight personality changes to the fact of a new DM and not anything nefarious.
Temp-DM SteveK
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Monday May 15th, 2023 5:51:59 PM
Falco take a moment to think about all they have done since arriving. Eat chicken at a bar that specializes in halfling dishes. Go back to the same bar with a prisoner after killing a Beholder. Eating more of the chicken at various points. He mumbles "We should get more chicken."
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Monday May 15th, 2023 7:39:49 PM
Kiwina shakes his head at Falco's suggestion. He does not enjoy Dirt City, and would just as soon get on with finding Nevras Canthil and following up on his connection with the dragon.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Monday May 15th, 2023 10:52:39 PM
Ayotnom is okay with the plans to get more chicken.
(OOC: Ayotnom was effectively ineffectual in the fight with the beholder as he hung back and the passwall was temporarily blocked so he didn't really join the fight till late. When the party split up he was able to trip up the person following them and they took a guest as they went to the Buttered Ram to discuss the next move. The party bribed their guest 100 gold to keep them out of the report Ayotnom is now with the group to locate Mak and it seems like they found Drola)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Tuesday May 16th, 2023 12:04:49 AM Well the chicken and beers were nice but that place was in teeth territory right near the warehouse with the dead beholder, might be best if we don't go there for a while. The Buttered Ram is the halfling friendly place we've eaten at twice (really good food) and where we most recently left Grif - the guy who followed us after the fight at the warehouse when we killed the beholder. We killed the monster that because Drola here asked nicely and, as Rolth pointed out, offered a reward including info on Nevris Canthil. Nevris is somehow linked to the necromancer who was associated with the chromatic dragon we killed back in the Taur Isles. After the party left Grif we got split and Mak here spent several hours scoping out the environs of this meeting to make sure it was safe (OK he got lost and we had to come find him but alls well that ends well). So now here we are, debriefing with Drola and hoping her information will allow us to find this Canthil guy so we can investigate who's pulling his strings.
Exhausted by his long speech Tsak slumps against the nearest wall and waits to see what will happen next. Esmerelda sits at his feet, leaning into his leg. She stares a the halfling who is dressed as a child. The gaze isn't predatory, but might be a little unnerving as the cat is about the same size as the girl.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 Tuesday May 16th, 2023 6:44:44 AM
Rolth opens his mouth to speak, but shuts it in surprise as Tsak emits an unusually long, detailed, and accurate summary of our (mis)adventures in Dirt City. Rolth instead reflects on how poor the Eight Petaled Rose is at this subterfuge stuff. Suggesting to go back for chicken in Teeth territory, taking the spy Grif back to the Buttered Ram where we had a measure of safehaven, getting tangled up in House politics that we barely understand, following the madman Wil's lead in engaging with local factions, the list goes on and on. We did at least disguise and rename our ship to the Gilded Lily before entering the harbor, so that is something.
Rewards for the Petals. (Temp DM SteveK) Tuesday May 16th, 2023 7:33:23 AM
Drola listens and watches as the Petals provide stories and proof. She smiles at Ayotnom’s startlement, and sets him straight. Drola is indeed a Halfling, only one of her friends at the doorway is a halfling pretending to be a child. (Sense Motive DC20 Highlight to display spoiler: { Drola’s eyes narrow at the name ‘Grif’: she has heard the moniker before! } )
”Sounds like you did well, and as promised, here is the 10,000 gold and a pair of Boots of Flying as well. The Teeth are a bad House and need to be taken down a peg or two. Weapons Running, Kidnapping, Smuggling Heart-Seeds… Nothing is too bad for them. “
“Oh, and I promised something else too, eh? What was it, what was it? Oh, yes, your mysterious name, Neveras Canthil, eh? He is currently working with the House of Darts. That House operates with some secrecy, so it has been difficult to find out exactly where he lives. But I have a map to what we think is his house.”
The map she lays out is a sketch that goes to an “X” in Dartville, not far from where the Petals are now in Keyhole.
“You should know that we don’t know much about Nevras. We think Nevras is human, but we’re not sure. We do know that he is a taxidermist of no mean skill. Many that have sought him out have gone missing. That’s why people usually broker deals with Neveras through the House of Darts, and they take a cut from payment for his work. His work? Usually it seems someone wants a trophy animal preserved, maybe a mantacore or a owlbear - we’ve heard he’s done such creatures. Sometimes, someone wants a favored pet stuffed. Rumors are he’s even preserved someone’s wife.
“Tell you what, report back to me about who or what Neveras is, and we’ll see you have a suitable reward. And if he should die in the process of your investigation, well, we wouldn’t shed any tears knowing that the House of Darts may be damaged in the process. And as usual, we’ll deny any involvement with you if things go sideways. But I’m sure it won’t come to pass for such capable adventurers as yourselves.”. She glances pointedly at Mak’s battle-damaged clothing, all but announcing to the Wold what the team has recently been doing…
She waits for the inevitable questions.
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Tuesday May 16th, 2023 8:12:35 AM
Mak thought about the events of the past few days. Let's see, they'd come here to find this Nevras fellow, actually contacted Drola here, and one thing led to another and they ended up on a Tooth Warehouse with this Beholder thing. After Elyas slew it in that flashy fashion only he was capable of, they left only to pick up a tail. Through means of intimidation and coercion they brought the tooth agent to the Buttering Ram. There Mak slipped out with the intention of not getting lost and failed miserably. It seemed the city and Mak's skill at navigating the streets made it impossible for him to get from point A to B. Mak had decided not to go anywhere without an escort.
So, while everyone spoke to Drola about the Tooths and Keys and Darts Mak picked bits of cauterized flesh from the frayed or melted edges of his leggings. Maybe he should have kept that coin from his performance outside Keytower. He did pay special attention to the mention of Heart Seeds.
"So you wouldn't happen to know where these Heart Seeds are being kept, would you?" Mak asked innocently, but with murderous intent.
At any rate it would be dark before they left here and getting back to the Gilded Lily at night was job not for him. In fact, someone might need to hold his hand.
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Tuesday May 16th, 2023 8:31:35 AM
Sure, thinks Tsak, lets have another house chasing us around the city, one just isn't enough.
Do we want to go and have a recce of the area on the map or do we need to go rest a bit and leave it til tomorrow? Tsak asks as he looks around at the petals. Tsak has lost track of time but it seems they've spent most of the day tracking down Mak. Surely they should lie low for a bit before sticking their heads back up and putting another target on themselves...
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+12=26 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 9:17:18 AM We already have one House on us after we broke in and turned their new ally into a really big paperweight. Maybe we go slower now and try to keep from getting more houses mad at us at the same time. We could do a real casual survey today but i think we should get some sleep and make a plan before we go in. And I still need to examine the other ring from the beholder. And fix Mak's tights!
To Drola Elyas says "thank you for the information! and for sticking to your end of the bargain. Not every house would be so forthcoming. We will return once more when we know more about Nevras. taxidermy definitely seems like a good cover for a necromancer.
One thing caught Elyas' attention during the debrief (Sense motive = 26) Do you know this man who was following us? Griff? What can you tell us about him?
[OOC: I think the group covered the plot of the module so far. We came looking for information about this guy who we think was working with the dragon siblings to create undead monsters near the Taur Islands. We were offered information in exchange for finding out what a rival house was up to. We met a sketchy guy in a dark alley who told us he saw a beholder go into that warehouse, so we did some recon and research on what a DnD monster was doing in the Wold.
We reconned the warehouse, then moved in while Drola's people distracted the guards. We entered with a passwall and fought a beholder. Elyas turned it to stone and the party took several eye stalks as proof of what we found, along with the magical items the monster had. we scattered and worked our way tot he docks, but picked up a tail. we captured him and convinced him (with words and money) to not tell the Teeth about who was responsible until we had time to get out of here. If he does bring heat down on us we'll advertise to anyone who will listen that the Teeth were working with an evil floating eyeball.
Then we lost Mak for a bit, found him, and gave our report to Drola.
Elyas has identified most of the magical items that were on the Beholder, but Mak had a third ring from it that Elyas hasn't looked over yet. the ones we know are a Ring of Blinking, a ring version of a cloak of resistance, and a headband of chraisma.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+10=17 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 9:26:29 AM
"No! No! Absolutely not the House of Darts... " Wil shouts as he approaches. "I will not do anything with the House of Darts... I will not go there... I did not hear what you said," He adds putting his fingers in his ears. Wil takes a moment to settle everything in his head, he paces the floor and then speaks in a controlled tone. "Your information is wrong. The House of Dart is not involved in this? They can not be."
In a completely different voice, "They have done this before Wilford. Conspiracies are their specialty." "This is not the time or place," Wil whispers back. He is then quiet and continues to pace.
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Tuesday May 16th, 2023 12:41:34 PM "Maybe we should align ourselves with the Tide and form the House of Petals and run all these other houses out of town. They all seem corrupt to me if they are letting heart seeds exist." Mak added.
Note to self...get checked for ingested heart seeds, or however these things propagate. He'd only ever seen the results, not the process.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 d20+20=32 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 6:33:53 PM
Rolth catches Drola's apparent familiarity with Griff, and watches carefully for additional insights as she answers Elyas' question about him and gives us this new mission. Rolth opines, "Let's go back to the ship to rest and recuperate. There is no hurry that we know of to go find Canthil tonight, and we are somewhat depleted from our earlier escapades. We might be looking for trouble yet, but it might find us."
(Sense Motive = 32)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+13=28 ; Tuesday May 16th, 2023 7:15:06 PM
(Sense motive = 28)
Kiwina considers asking about the local entrance to the Catacombs in order to find some sort of disguise. But he gives up on the notion as he tries to figure out who he would disguise himself as, or how likely everyone else would be to do the same. He'll worry about more mundane preparations with the others later, when he can ask Wil about the Darts without the Keys around.
"Fine, Rolth. Rest before another day it is."
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Tuesday May 16th, 2023 8:36:43 PM
Ayotnom says, "So this guy is a taxidermist, eh? How does that fit in with that book that brought us here in the first place? I agree we need to go back to the ship and regroup, maybe do some brainstorming before we go after this guy."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Tuesday May 16th, 2023 8:43:48 PM "Don't love the idea of getting taxidermized. Lets make sure I don't fall prisoner or something, ok?"
Falco is joking, mostly... mostly.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: Wednesday May 17th, 2023 6:45:33 AM
Tsak skritches Esmerelda between the ears and stage whispers to her You heard him Ezzy, if things look bad you can geek the mage. Don't leave so much as a feather behind Esmerelda's luminous green eyes look squarely at Falco and her tail twitches slightly.
Tsak is talking in jest, but it's hard to tell whether his feline friend got the joke.
Talking with Nevras (Temp DM SteveK) Wednesday May 17th, 2023 7:33:26 AM
The heroes know that dusk was falling by the time they started their conversation with Drola: it will be dark soon, and many of the Petals suggest to rest at the Gilded Lily (fix battle damage, identify a ring, food, and rest) before checking out the place Navras Canthil 'might' live. (Know Geography DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: {Dirt City Above becomes a much more dangerous place at night.}
Drola doesn't seem to be in much hurry, answering questions as they are asked. She shrugs at Mak's question. "The Heart-Seed smuggling is only a rumor, but one that I believe. I could ferret this out for you if the price is right."
"The Houses always vie with one another, but usually secretively. Things like what you fought and this Nevras person are potential catalysts that could upset the balance, and keeping Dirt City from open warfare is of benefit to the House of Keys. And the Prince of Thieves. There is nothing you can do in Dirt City without offending at least one House and befriending another. Maybe after 'talking' to Nevras, your best plan would be to leave the City of Thieves for a while. Lay low."
Nevras shrugs off Elys' praise. "A bargain is a bargain. If we failed to pay on every contract, it would be bad for business! As for Griff, what can you pay for me to tell you about him? Kiwina gets the feeling this will be the response on his wondering where are the Catacombs, too.
Wilford shouts and mumbles, Falco and Tsak make jokes, and Mak suggests cleaning out Dirt City with The Tide. None elicit a response from Nevras. ..........
The Halfling stands and brushes off her vest. Clearly, the meeting is over unless the heroes have a last minute question or coordination.
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor Wednesday May 17th, 2023 1:22:12 PM
Elyas stands as well, slapping his thigh and saying welp, guess we should head out
He is of the opinion that it would be better to just get back to the ship for the night and not linger. as we have seen, our group stands out quite a bit, and a stealthy recon of Nevras might just give us away. better to come back tomorrow with a better plan of action and a fully rested party
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) Wednesday May 17th, 2023 5:01:56 PM
"I need to think about this Dart connection," Wil says. "I think a night off would be good or maybe a night at the tavern, would be better? ... but would that resolve my issue with Dart.. ugh."
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | Wednesday May 17th, 2023 5:42:51 PM
Falco is happy for a nights rest after the rather unusual day.
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 d20+4=9 ; d20+17=22 ; Wednesday May 17th, 2023 6:40:45 PM
Rolth is glad that the Petals agreed to rest up on the ship rather than strike out for Canthil tonight. He will watch and listen carefully as we head back to the ship, what with this being a city of thieves and reprobates.
(Perception = 22)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Wednesday May 17th, 2023 7:00:34 PM Maybe we can ask Nevras about preserving a beholder, Kiwina thinks. Once they get back to the ship, he wonders about what sort of defenses the homes around the city must have. That's something Wil might be able to explain.
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) Wednesday May 17th, 2023 9:17:09 PM
Ayotnom says, "Wait, wouldn't a taxidermist be a good cover for a necromancer? I mean they both need carcasses to do what they do right? I mean heck if this guy has been around for that long maybe he is undead himself right?"
Walking in Dirt City near Nightfall (Temp DM SteveK) Thursday May 18th, 2023 7:14:58 AM
With no objections and no last-minute questions for Nevras, the two parties go their separate ways. Nevras and her team slip into the growing darkness, leaving the Petals to find their own way.
Purplish light still bathed the streets in a last vision among the growing shadows. The area of Dirt City known as KeyHole is quite a distance from the harbor where the heroes’ ship made berth. The quickest way would be to cut through Dartville and then the Backstab Quarter. Or they could retrace their steps past the Temple of Wardd and Arena, then through the Full Moon Market and Moontown. With the Tide’s writ in force in Moontown, that is probably safer, if longer…
Or maybe a different way. But it is clear that the heroes will need to decide on a plan, for Dirt City itself becomes an obstacle at night!
Tsak can't think of any questions, so he gently pries Esmerelda off his leg and prepares to head with the rest of the Petals back to the ship.
On the walk back Tsak takes point. His head is on a swivel has he checks to see that no-one is following them (perception). He suspects that no opportunists would see an opportunity in 8 well-armed companions, but is aware that they do stand out and may have attracted unwanted attention with their recent exploits.
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) Thursday May 18th, 2023 8:27:21 AM
Mak stayed close to the others, but paused long enough to don his goblin seal of light. If they were accosted he'd be able to activate it so that he could see around him. Otherwise he trusted that the others knew how to navigate the city without getting lost.
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+14=21 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 9:40:52 AM
[ooc: just so that it doesn't get confusing later: the woman we are talking to just now is Drola, Nevras is the alleged necromancer that we are going to try to find next. we have not spoken to him at all yet.]
Elyas takes up his normal position in the center of the group and keeps an eye out for danger. Perception= 21
Teleportation would be a good option if the group wasn't so big! But after dealing with a Beholder, it is unlikely that anything between them and their ship would cause too much trouble for a group like the Petals.
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+9=23 ; d20+13=16 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 10:07:23 AM
(Local - Know: 23) Wil joins Mak and offers advice on moving through the city using his knowledge of the area. The voices and his actions seem to be calmer than usual. (Perception: 16)
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 d20+17=22 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 6:16:43 PM
Rolth recommends taking the longer but safer path through Moontown. He too will keep sharp eyes and ears out for trouble on the way back to the ship.
(Perception = 22)
Ayotnom Ogini Hugh C 87/87 | AC : 25; Touch 19; Flat 19 CMD 28(30 vs Trip, Grapple or Disarm) d20+18=22 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 9:17:06 PM
Ayotnom stays towards the rear and keeps and eye out for trouble (Perception: 22)
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+20=25 ; Thursday May 18th, 2023 9:39:49 PM
Kiwina is watchful as well (or intends to be, perception = 25).
He steers wide of the Buttering Ram if they head back through Moontown.
Dirt City Night Life (Temp DM SteveK) Friday May 19th, 2023 8:38:52 AM
OOC: Ooops!! Yes, the Halfling was Drola Slipfoot, and the heroes and she were speaking about the taxidermist (necromancer?) Neveras. Thank you, all, for not getting confused with my last post! :-) ...............
With Rolth recommending the longer but safer path through Moontown, and having no dissenting votes, the Petals leave Drola's meeting area and retrace their steps past the Temple of Wardd and Arena, then through the Full Moon Market and Moontown. Tsak is at point, then Kiwina to help steer them past the Buttering Ram, then Elyas and Rolth, then Mak and Wil, with Ayotnom as rear guard.
The forum around the Temple of Wardd, normally full of beggars and other people seeking luck, is empty, only purposeful movement occasionally in the shadows and well away from the large, heavily-armed group. Walking by the Arena is equally uneventful, the crowds gone, the noise abated, and anyone about steers clear of the Petals.
Full Moon Market, however, is another story. There are no torches, no goods in the stalls, but there are a dozen or more groups: stealthily moving, talking low, or watching the other groups come and go from the market. One such group is noisier than the rest; a circle of cloaked figures pushing, slapping, and punching a ragged and dirty human about. Tsak, Elyas, Rolth, Ayotnom, and Kiwina can hear words above the general low chortles and slaps. - "not safe for a Grubber at night, Nikki" - "watch out, you might get hurt!" - "shoulda got back to yer hole, ya Grubber"
Just as the group becomes aware of the one scene, the Petals are confronted by a second group consisting of four dwarves. One is clad in studded leather armor, and the others seem to be guards wearing plate mail. No other group gets near the Petals and the dwarves.
Perception DC 20:Highlight to display spoiler: {You also notice dwarven two crossbowmen on nearby rooftops looking your way.} Perception DC 30:Highlight to display spoiler: {You see two humans in hiding behind you.} Perception DC 40:Highlight to display spoiler: {You spot two more people carefully watching you from nearby doorways.}
The four do not draw weapons, and one (unarmed) steps forward. ”Greetings Petals of the Eight Petaled Rose. I just want a moment of your time. I am Harroc with the House of Knives. It has come to our attention that you seek information in our fair city. Perhaps we can get you what you need? But tell me, why are you here and what do you seek?”
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' d20+20=34 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 9:49:14 AM
Seeing crossbowmen on the rooftops and a pair of men behind them, Kiwina figures this is an ambush. Not knowing yet whether the group will negotiate, fight, or flee, Kiwina contents himself with readying a spell (wind wall) to cast if the crossbowmen start to shoot.
Kiwina (Steve M) 131/131 HP | Current AC:22 or 26 vs AoO | HeP: 2 | Status: awake ! Swim 60' Friday May 19th, 2023 9:49:59 AM Oops. . . Perception roll was 34.
Falco Ambersier (Ryan M) Status: Protection from Energy (F+E)+ SoFaith | 84/84 HP | | AC 19(24) (T15/F15) | Channel (5d6) 5/7 DC18 | d20+18=32 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 9:52:07 AM
{Perception: 32}
Falco looks around quickly noticing the crossbow men and the humans behind them. He clicks his tongue and give a little wave then looks at directly at the crossbow men on the roof but not mentioning them.
"Greetings! It is always good to have a friendly welcome. Those two behind us with you as well my good dwarf?"
______________________________ CURRENT SPELLS: 5th - 2+1 - Breath of Life (D) / XFlame Strike DC20X / Heal 4th - 3+1 - Cure Critical (D) / Protection from Energy (3/3) 3rd - 4+1 - Cure Serious (D) / Bestow Curse / Dispel Magic / Blindness Deafness DC18 (0/2) 2nd- 5+1 - XCure Moderate (D)X / Lesser Restoration / Resist Energy (2/2) / Silence DC17 (2/2) 1st- 6+1 - Cure Light Wounds (D) / Bless / Endure Elements (2/2) / Shield of Faith (1/2) / Comprehend Languages C - Detect Magic / Light / Mending / Purify Food and Drink
Mak(JamesM)(111/111)|AC:38AO/30/20T/--FF|CMD 35|Rapier +1|23/-/-/-/-|(AG,KN,*HY,WN,PS,WF,WS,AD)**|1d6+13+2d6(Evil)(15)x2)) d20+17=30 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 10:44:03 AM
Mak noted the crossbowmen and the humans in the darkness, but paused when they were addressed by name. Rolth liked to throw that name about, so it was no wonder they knew.
"Another house." Mak grumped quietly to Wil. "I wonder what these guys want?"
Mak stepped forward. "No thanks, we have everything we need, right mates?." he replied without confirming they were or were not the Eight Petaled Rose. "We are here because as embarrassing as it is, I ventured into the city and got lost. My friends here found me and we are heading to our beds."
Elyas (Ben A.) (82/92 HP | AC: 19; Touch:14; Flat: 16; CMD:15) | Status: mage armor d20+14=34 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 2:30:26 PM
Perception = 34
Elyas also spots the archers and the hiding humans behind the group.
"I know nothing in this town comes for free, so what is it that you are wanting from us? You offer information but then say you don't know what information we are seeking. How do you know you even have anything we need?"
Wilford Grimly (HP:106/106- AC: 26; Touch: 15; Flat: 27; CMD: 23) d20+13=32 ; d20+11=16 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 4:42:22 PM
"Oh my gosh, the Knives, such big fans," Wil says suddenly while breaking formation and greeting the two hiding behind the group. "You have a pen, can I have an autograph." He says as he attempts to drag one of the men out into the open. Not hostile-like.. cajolingly. "Maybe a knife or is it Ka-nife? (Diplomacy: 16)(Attempt to make the cajoling easier.. not sure if this is good or ok.. lol) "Why don't you join us over here," he says trying to maneuver him closer to the Petals. With this action, it's possible he did not hear the other Knive lead.
Rolth Niheow (BatMark) (112/114) HP | AC: 20; Touch: 13; CMD: 29 d20+17=18 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 5:42:32 PM
Rolth blinks, having not noticed these fellows very well. He thinks that Mak and Elyas have made a good opening gambits, so he waits to see the results. He tries to look competent but not immediately threatening in the meantime.
(Perception = 18)
Tsak Rezar (Damien) AC22(22) (T15/F14) 112/113 HP| Falchion +4 2D4+3|Crossbow1 1D8+1 Status: d20+17=19 ; d20+22=27 ; Friday May 19th, 2023 10:39:02 PM
(Perception vs spoiler=19 nothing to see here)
Annoyed by the group of bullies who are tormenting the grubber a distracted Tsak re-focusses his attention on the four dwarves in front of him. Dwarves, with their oily words, empty promises and stupidly hard biscuits. The full grown ranger is suddenly cast back to that little half-orc who was stolen from his mother and forced to live as a slave for dwarven pirates.
Tsak is vaguely aware of other Petals talking and preparing spells. Good. He's going to concentrate on this self-important fellow in front of him, and if things go sideways this bloke will be the first to find out just what happens to smarmy dwarves when little half-orcs get all growed up and angry (Intimidation=27).
Esmerelda, sensing Tsak's unease, flicks her tail in annoyance. Her hackles rise and the already large cat seems to grow as she too focusses her gaze on the leather clad dwarf.
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