The plot thickens (DM MikeK) Monday July 17th, 2023 5:53:07 PM
After a very nice repast, Stock and Stohp are visited by Cathbad, the elven leader of the druids. She gives them a nearly identical report as the Star Mages gave Armalad. The plant golem was created by what appears to be a combination of nature based and arcane based magic, almost certainly from multiple casters. “No one person could cast this many types of spells at the power level needed,” she declares. Then pauses. “Perhaps a mystic theurge in possession of a set of scrolls…but for the number of golems you encountered, it seems unlikely. My bet is two or three spellcasters working in concert.”
Two days pass.
Over that time, the group gets together, compares notes, and asks some more questions.
Once Cathbad hears the name Norella Eksen, she confirms the half elven woman was a member to the Circle of Alder. She eventually became convinced the secret to living with the Crying Wood was to move underwater. She left Floating City some twenty years ago and hasn’t been seen since.
It turns out the Overlord has a means of contacting the merfolk. Messages are passed, but it turns out the merfolk don’t really spend a lot of time on arcane research.
It is at the end of the second day that the report comes in.
Fishermen found a destroyed fleet of three boats. No survivors, or even bodies, are found. Floating amongst wreckage is a basic wooden shield with a message carved into it:
Silver Shields of Floating City, You will come to the source of the Red Fountain, at noon on (a date that is five days from now). I am waiting. Norella
Profession - Sailor DC20 or Knowledge - Local DC30 Highlight to display spoiler: { Not sure about the term “Red Fountain” but there is a spot near the southeast corner of Turtle Lake where the water's surface occasionally turns a reddish color.}
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) d20+25=36 ; Tuesday July 18th, 2023 7:05:09 AM
Stohp spends the two days doing orientation with the new employees, catching up on her WLA training, and sharing information gathered with the other shields. Upon learning of the note she is disgusted. "Ah yes, the mass murder method of delivering a message. Can't just send a letter or even make a dramatic display to some fisherman to intimidate them into telling us the message, have to kill a bunch of people just to do basic communication. It's almost certainly a trap, but even if whomever it is wants to talk I say we don't listen and just take them out. Anyone willing to commit mass murder - or mass kidnapping I suppose - just to pass a 1 sentence message isn't worth discussing anything with."
Stohp knows enough about the area to guess at the mentioned location. She'll share what she knows with the others (Knowledge Local 36)
Stock (JonM) HP: 238/238; AC: 29/26/16; Per: +27; Surv: +14; SM: +16 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 9:04:39 AM
Stock tries to head off Armalad before she leaves - "Norella was the name of druid who made herself amphibious...the merfolk just told us about this."
He then listens to Stohp describe her guess at the "red fountain". "I wonder what makes the water turn red. Some underwater rock deposits high in iron ore maybe? Or Magic. Usually stuff like this is magic.
So do we take our longship? Seems like a good chance to take it for a spin.
Z - Did you ever come up with a name for it? If you can't tell, I don't care if this is intended as a trap. The only trap is telling ME where this Norella might be."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 123/123 AC 21; Glv +16 2d8+2 Slng +14 CMD 11 Melee 12/7/2;Perc+16;Heal+11 d20+8=13 ; Tuesday July 18th, 2023 10:38:58 AM
Bartomus looked at the message and agreed with Stohp. He however was completely stumped as to what area of the Lake would be called a red fountain. That seemed like an odd reference and what would cause the water to turn red. He thought the latter to himself and smiled appreciatively at Stohp for her sharing of where that location might be.
"So, we have a vicious and crazy druidess that has to be working with others to create, or recreate some of the things we have already seen. She seems determined to resurrect, or let loose, the war monger Karkasan. That won't be a good thing for anyone."
Bartomus paused and thought back to what Pip had shared with him.
"There are three essential components that her cabal will need, according to Pip's research, to make their wish a reality." He took a second to remember what Pip had shared and then counted each of them off with a finger on his right hand. " Sarr’s Armor, Largon’s Dragon Crown, and always a crowd pleaser I am sure, the Scepter of the Dead. What if we find one and destroy it? Heck, destroy two of them to be sure? I think I need to ask Pip for some additional information. Also, time to find the Drow and Lizard Folk delegations and ask some pretty pointed questions."
Bartomus then waited to see what the others thought, but he formulated a plan to visit the trade delegations of both the Drow and Lizard Folk, and stop in on the Circle of Alder as well.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 120/120; AC 29/17/23; CMD 41 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 12:07:23 PM
Delia shakes her head sadly, "Hopefully in these 5 days she takes a break from murder. But... any benefit in going before those 5 days? We might catch her off-guard and setting up for her trapping of us. And then Stock can spring his trap. Or we can just verify the location of the "source" of the red spring."
If they do wait the 5 days, she agrees with Bart that info gathering is good, but 5 days probably isn't enough time to locate and recover rare and dangerous things like that. She herself will lug some targets to somewhere below water and practice breath holding, swimming, and underwater firing to go with her above surface practices. If they don't wait, she's ready to go with underwater spells prepared.
Hopefully she takes a break from murder (DM MikeK) Tuesday July 18th, 2023 7:36:51 PM
Armalad considers taking the name Norella to the Star Mages, but as Stock points out, both the merfolk and the druids have provided some details:
Norella Eksen is half elven female druid who was a member of the Circle of Alder. She eventually became convinced the secret to living with the Crying Wood was to move underwater. She left Floating City some twenty years ago and hasn’t been seen in the city since then. She did turn up at the merfolk village after that. By then, she was amphibious. She was known to experiment creating plant creatures and the merfolk banished her from their lands after one of her experiments ate a couple kids.
Stohp recalls some of the older folks on the docks speaking of an area in the southwestern quadrant of the lake where the surface occasionally turns red. A good candidate for this Red Fountain.
Is it a trap? Probably. Do the Shields care? Nope. Some discussion is made about arriving early.
Stohp’s spot is about 100 miles from Floating City. Longship cruising speed is about 3 miles an hour, putting you 33 hours (with a double crew and night vision) away. Just sailing during daylight hours would get you there just about noon on the third day. The “invite” wants you at noon on the fifth day.
Bartomus wants to talk to the delegations of It’lal and the Lizard Folk.
While discussions continue, there is a “Bamf” Two large half orcs in Catacombs livery appear, struggling mightily with the weight of a large box. They quickly set the box down on the floor, accompanied by grateful sighs. “Delivery for Stohp”, they cry in unison. “Bamf”. And they’re gone.
Armalad (Hugh) HP 91/128 AC25 / Touch 19/ Flat 18 CMD 27 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 10:04:44 PM
Armalad says, "So she's a crazy druid who turned herself amphibious and likes to experiment with plants. Totally sounds like our girl and it totally sounds like we can put an end to her this time hopefully considering her plant experiments are becoming somewhat of a menace."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 123/123 AC 21; Glv +16 2d8+2 Slng +14 CMD 11 Melee 12/7/2;Perc+16;Heal+11 Tuesday July 18th, 2023 11:49:38 PM "Yea, but she's not working alone. Right?" Bartomus looked over at Stohp.
"I think we need to figure out a way to protect the boat. Gotta be some defenses we can have magically laid on it, into it, whatever?" Bartomus asked looking about. Then he continued. "I am going to go change into the silks that we got from Lady Yasume and going to visit the It'lal to see what they have to add about those three relics. I think I will see if Pip can come along and take notes. There may be something worth their starting on this tale from the beginning."
He rose from the table and looked about when the Orcs appeared and dropped the large box. He looked at the box and then slowly looked over at Stohp.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) d20+25=41 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2023 7:59:21 AM
Stohp gets her order and is ready to go. It seems she upgraded her armor and got some wands and things to better support the group. "Even assuming all of them don't show up taking out whomever does sends a message to them. We won't tolerate their actions and we won't negotiate for whatever mad scheme they have. Might make the rest reconsider some things. The sooner we get there, the sooner we can get the lay of the land and maybe set our own trap so we should head out today." she'll see to hiring good crew using her extensive local knowledge (41 if that matters)
Stock (JonM) HP: 238/238; AC: 29/26/16; Per: +27; Surv: +14; SM: +16 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 9:37:51 AM
Stock tries to sneak a peak at Stohp's delivery but then shrugs it off. "I agree that we try to get there early. Who can we get to help us get a crew together?
Bart brings up a good point about protecting the boat. I'd hate to be stuck out there without a ride...oh yeah and the crew - don't want any collateral damage. It might be easier to ask the merfolk for an escort though. The boat drops us off and then withdraws under cover of whatever force the merfolk can provide...
And then one more point; this evil piece of work is pulling The Float's Mighty Defenders away. We have to put the entire place on alert of attack. That means a conversation with the Powers that Be again."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) Wednesday July 19th, 2023 10:54:30 AM
Stohp isn’t hiding her delivery she just doesn’t think it that important/interesting. Feel free to look at her sheet to see what she got.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 120/120; AC 29/17/23; CMD 41 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 12:50:55 PM
Delia hops up. "Alright. We're 33 hours of travel away. I vote travel through the night. There are some things we need to do but do we set out as soon as we can today or first light tomorrow?"
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 200/200 AC: 32 T: 13 FF: 31 CMD: 33 LoH 14/14 SE 6/6 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 4:54:27 PM "I don't know if there is much value to getting there early, I doubt we'll catch her unawares. And it takes us away from the Float for longer. This is a woman who lives at the bottom of the Lake. She does not travel the same way as us, she is not bound by our same limitations. The fishermen of the float have told us they will crew the longboat when needed. And while collateral damage is a concern, Norella has Blood Lilies at her command. Anywhere on the Lake surface is in danger. Probably the safest place for the crew is at the Red Fountain under our protection. Plus if it is a ruse to take us away from the Float it gives us the quickest means to get back."
Plans (DM MikeK) Wednesday July 19th, 2023 6:12:36 PM
The Shields set about making plans.
First off, a crew for the longboat. As Zanderallen points out, the fishermen have already offered. Plus, the Shields live near the docks. Plus the Shields are legends. Add in Stohp’s impressive knowledge of the locals and gathering a crew (or two) and prepping the longboat won’t take more than a few hours.
Debate still circles whether to leave early or later, how to go about protecting the vessel, and what, if any other steps to take.
Armalad (Hugh) HP 91/128 AC25 / Touch 19/ Flat 18 CMD 27 Wednesday July 19th, 2023 9:42:04 PM
Armalad says, "I have some personal preparations to make, involving scrying spells in my spellbook from a delivery of the catacombs that is held up plus another spell from the library of the Star Mages given my new status as a Master Mage gives me access to the archives of 4th and 5th level spells and I want wall of stone."
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) Thursday July 20th, 2023 7:13:04 AM
Stohps ready to go. She's made her case for going early and any planning and preparation can wait until they get there and get the lay of the land.
Stock (JonM) HP: 238/238; AC: 29/26/16; Per: +27; Surv: +14; SM: +16 Thursday July 20th, 2023 9:06:11 AM
Stock does some last minute prep as well. He dons his belt of physical might over some looser clothes and goes for a long run up and down the ramps of the float (a 22 strength/24 CON helps with the endurance :) ). By the time he returns he has worked up a bit of a sweat and is ready to go.
"Z brings up a fair point regarding leaving early. Armalad - would you be able to secure the magic to teleport us back if needed? We also have the ring gates that we could use to pass messages if the Lake falls under a threat. Paragon Belkior's office had the other, the last time we used it I think."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 123/123 AC 21; Glv +16 2d8+2 Slng +14 CMD 11 Melee 12/7/2;Perc+16;Heal+11 Thursday July 20th, 2023 11:46:19 AM
Bartomus went into his room and changed into the spider silks and holding his glave. When he returned, Stohp was sorting through the various things she had ordered from the Catacombs. He paused for a moment in thought.
"Can we rune a boat? Add some magic to its hardness? Or, coat it in something to do so?" He asked again his mind wondering about their future voyage. "Adding a few harpoons and such might be worth the expense too?"
He shrugged and then headed out the door.
"Going to go grab somethings in the catacombs, get this worked on again," he said as he lifted his glave. "Then going to grab Pip, or at least ask if he would like to come along as I go visit the delegation from It'al to see what they might know about those three items and Karkastan."
He waived and headed off on his errands.
Catacombs done, so off to ask Pip to come along and then to find Drow delegation in residence at the Float.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 120/120; AC 29/17/23; CMD 41 Thursday July 20th, 2023 4:20:58 PM
Delia doesn't have any contacts outside of the town guard and this threat isn't in their juristiction, so she's almost buzzing with unspent energy. Since they aren't leaving immediately, she finds a place to practice her underwater archery, breath holding, and swimming until they head off.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 200/200 AC: 32 T: 13 FF: 31 CMD: 33 LoH 14/14 SE 6/6 Thursday July 20th, 2023 4:24:17 PM "What if we compromise a bit. Leave so as to arrive on the morning of the invite day? That will give us several hours to look around the Red Fountain before the meeting, minimizes how long we're away from the Float, and gives us a little time to prepare. I think trying to protect the whole ship might be too much. If instead we focus on reinforces the cabin the crew can retreat inside if we come under attack. A safe haven."
Compromise? (DM MikeK) Thursday July 20th, 2023 5:28:38 PM
Bart takes a few hours to run some errands. After a shopping trip, he stops by the WLA and asks Pip to come with. Hearing Bart’s purpose, the halfling is happy to attend. The taur’s status as a Silver Shield again opens all kinds of doors, and in no time he and Pip are having cookies and tea with the Lady Yasume Mylyl, Ambassador of It’lal. Unfortunately, the young surface drow has no idea what Bart and Pip are talking about. “I’m sorry, but I’ve never heard of a Karkasan or these three items before, “ she apologizes. “If this is of great importance, I can direct our scholars back home to review our archives.” Sense Motive DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { She seems trustworthy }
Armalad gets busy scrying some spells. DM isn’t sure how long this takes.
Stock runs some laps and offers a few pointers.
Delia practices to bide the time for the others to prepare.
There is continued discussion on when to arrive and how to prepare.
Armalad (Hugh) HP 91/128 AC25 / Touch 19/ Flat 18 CMD 27 Thursday July 20th, 2023 9:10:29 PM
(OOC: It takes 1 hour per spell level so 3 level 6s and 1 level 5 spell would take 23 hours total; Could we fudge time a bit so that the spells were scribed in the appropriate time between ?)
Armalad takes pains to resolve the hold-up at the Catacombs
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 123/123 AC 21; Glv +16 2d8+2 Slng +14 CMD 11 Melee 12/7/2;Perc+16;Heal+11 d20+12=20 ; Thursday July 20th, 2023 10:44:35 PM
Bartomus watched Lady Yasume closely as she considered what he, and Pip, explained to her. He sat down his half-eaten cookie and shot a glance over to Pip before turning to the ambassador.
"Madame Ambassador, I believe this is of great importance. The creature that was bound into the Crying Wood, Karkasan, was the central figure in starting a war between your people and the Lizard Folk, and their larger colleagues, many centuries ago." Bartomus made a point of looking into the woman's eyes the whole time he spoke. He paused, blinked, and then focused his gaze on her face again.
"I fear that we need to know whatever we can about these artifacts, especially anything your people might know. Pip and I will be making a similar request to the Lizard Folk as well. Pip can then share what we learn with both courts. If a war erupts again, with the help of this mad druidess, then it will embroil all of us in its terrors, I fear."
He then made a point of sipping the remainder of his tea before rising. He glanced again at Pip signaling him to do the same.
"We have imposed upon your precious time too much already, Good Lady. I do ask if we may take our leave and return your day to you." Bartomus bowed deeply and smiled when regained his stance.
Sense Motive - 20
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) Friday July 21st, 2023 6:17:44 AM
Stohp agrees to the compromise and spends the few days making sure she's able to consistently activate her magic wands and staff.
Stock (JonM) HP: 238/238; AC: 29/26/16; Per: +27; Surv: +14; SM: +16 Friday July 21st, 2023 11:15:51 AM "OK so we have a departure date and time. I will check in with the Paragon about the ring gate communication."
Stock departs Shield HQ to check in on the status of the ring gate with Paragon Belkior's office.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 200/200 AC: 32 T: 13 FF: 31 CMD: 33 LoH 14/14 SE 6/6 Friday July 21st, 2023 2:26:33 PM
With the departure date Zanderallen heads to the docks to plan departure with the fishermen. He also talks to them about reinforcing the cabin in case something happens. Nothing crazy just making sure the walls and, doors, and ceiling are sturdy and that any windows have sturdy shutters that can be locked in place.
The evening before they leave Zander takes Pepper out to dinner and says his good-byes.
Delia (Hannah) HP: 120/120; AC 29/17/23; CMD 41 Saturday July 22nd, 2023 1:06:40 PM
Delia will go with Zander to look over the ship and cabin reinforcements. She's not a shipwright by any means, but has made enough bows to understand a bit of wood working if they can find or reinforce any weak spots.
Day of Departure (DM MikeK) Sunday July 23rd, 2023 5:29:25 PM
The Shields agree on Zanderallen’s plan to arrive the morning before Norella’s timeline, and Delia’s plan of sailing through the night.
This means the group will leave the evening of Day 3. It is currently mid day of Day 1, giving everyone two and half days to make any desired preparations.
Armalad takes one of those to scribe her desired spells.
Zanderallen and Delia head down to the docks. Hasan is there to meet them and assures them he’ll take care of reinforcing the cabin.
Zanderallen goes off to meet Pepper. Delia observes lumber getting cut and brought on board. It appears Hasan knows what he’s about. Windows and doorways get reinforced, heavy storm shutters are placed over the windows, and it looks like some kind of arched bracing structure is going up inside the cabin itself. Additional lumber is carried into the hold, along with pitch, nails, and saws of various sizes.
Bartomus and Pip take their leave of Lady Yasmune.
Stohp spends the few days making sure she's able to consistently activate her magic wands and staff.
Stock checks with Paragon Belkior’s office. The halfling is still on assignment at Plateau City, but his aide does have the ring gate. She asks if Stock would prefer them hand it over to the new Overlord. If not, she assures the dwarf it will be monitored in case the adventurers use it.
The days pass, and soon enough the Shields board their longboat and get underway.
Please post any relevant preparations done over two and half days available.
Armalad (Hugh) HP 91/128 AC25 / Touch 19/ Flat 18 CMD 27 Sunday July 23rd, 2023 10:30:23 PM
Armalad completes her transaction from the catacombs and also sets about securing a barrel she can shrink each day as an emergency measure to give Joker Fast Healing on land. She can also create a wall of stone but that isn't always an option so the shrunken barrel is a good solution that is always available.
She also dons her new hand of glory pin with which she affixes one of her 3 rings so she gains the benefit of the ring of feather fall, deflection and wizardry III.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) Monday July 24th, 2023 8:46:35 AM
Stohp has the items she wants for the trip so focuses on preparing the very new staff for what to do while they are gone.
Stock (JonM) HP: 238/238; AC: 29/26/16; Per: +27; Surv: +14; SM: +16 Monday July 24th, 2023 10:11:06 AM
Stock says to the aide, "Yes, especially with Belkior abroad. We also want whoever is on this end to signal us if the City is under attack. Lets take it over to the Overlord's office."
Delia (Hannah) HP: 120/120; AC 29/17/23; CMD 41 Monday July 24th, 2023 11:59:58 AM
Delia repairs and restocks arrows from all her practicing and is ready.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 123/123 AC 21; Glv +16 2d8+2 Slng +14 CMD 11 Melee 12/7/2;Perc+16;Heal+11 Monday July 24th, 2023 4:22:37 PM
As they wandered about the Float leaving the fine building that was used by Lady Yasmune, Bartomus made sure to purchase food and drink from a nearby inn for both him and Pip. He also suggested that they proceed to the headquarters of the Lizard Folk's delegation afterwards.
When they arrived at that building, he made an effort to find someone who might remember who he was and ask for the head of their delegation. If granted an audience withough an appointment, he would share the same information that he had with Lady Yasmune about Karkasan and the three artifacts that Pip had learned about. He made sure to introduce Pip and suggest that any information that might be had in the next day or two could be shared with him. After that, it should be shared with Pip.
After their adventure, Bartomus let Pip head home and he did the same. However, he realized he needed to check in with the Catacombs and did so. Learning of a mistake in his thinking, he resubmitted a revised list and then made it home.
On the second day, Bartomus got his gear ready and hopefully his order from the catacombs would arrive as well. He meditated on the spells he might need for the days ahead and prepared accordingly. He also renewed his want to figure out a way to protect the boat and crew in their upcoming rendevous.
Sailing (DM MikeK) Monday July 24th, 2023 8:30:04 PM
Most Shields finish some personal prep time.
Bartomus and Pip travel to meet an old friend. Tangleweed, the lizard folk ambassador, greets the taur warmly. However, like Lady Yasmune, he professes no knowledge of the name Karkasan. “The elves have a longer memory,” he admits. “Their archives give you a better option. I shall ask our teachers, in case I am wrong.”
Stock takes the Gate Ring to the Overlord, where it is no difficult task to include it among the items a round the clock guard watch over. The dwarf is satisfied someone will be on the other end.
Armalad is greeted at the dock by a half orc in Catacombs livery. “Delivery for Armalad,” she barks, handing her a box. “Bamf” The courier is gone.
The Shield board their longship. Hasan barks orders and soon they are bearing southward toward the probable location of the Red Fountain.
Rotating crews, the ship sails on through the night, all of the following day, and into the night again.
Survival DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { The ship is making its expected speed. Barring something unforeseen, she should arrive just after sunrise.}
Armalad cannot tell a thing about how the boat progresses but she is ready for whenever they reach their destination nonetheless.
She asks the others, "So if we are sure we are walking into a trap, what can we do to derail the trap?"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) Tuesday July 25th, 2023 7:43:31 AM
Stohp shrugs. "We can't know what kind of trap until we get there."
Stock (JonM) HP: 238/238; AC: 29/26/16; Per: +27; Surv: +14; SM: +16 d20+14=24 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2023 11:45:51 AM
Stock takes a turn at the oars and laughs as he goes. "We're making good speed. Likely we arrive just after sunrise assuming our map is correct."
========= Survival 24
Delia (Hannah) HP: 120/120; AC 29/17/23; CMD 41 d20+24=44 ; d20+29=45 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2023 2:59:45 PM
Delia finds her way up into the crows nest, automatically tracking their exact progress and timing. She keeps a sharp eye out for anything out of the ordinary. Hawky is contently perched on her shoulder.
================= Survival: 44 Perception: 45
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 200/200 AC: 32 T: 13 FF: 31 CMD: 33 LoH 14/14 SE 6/6 Tuesday July 25th, 2023 4:27:18 PM
Zanderallen tries his best to avoid pacing the deck as they travel, taking turns at the oars and talking with the crew to keep spirits high. He knows they are putting themselves in danger for the Shields but also recognizes with the fishing fleet under attack they have every right to participate in the solution. Hopefully with the safety of the cabin they should be able to keep everyone safe in the event of an attack. He prepares himself for whatever outcome awaits their final destination. Did she want to talk, or was she luring them into a trap?
We're here (DM MikeK) Tuesday July 25th, 2023 7:09:48 PM
The Shields settle in for the journey.
Zanderallen and Stock take turns at the oars, garnering both appreciation as well as some good natured ribbing regarding their technique.
Armalad wants to discuss derailing a trap, but finds the rest of the group is more willing to read and react.
Delia spends her time in the crows nest, Hawky on her shoulder.
As the sun climbs, the sharp eyed ranger is the first to spot the color change in the water. She calls out, directing the ship.
Soon enough, the longship is floating near the oddity. The water is a bright orange-red color in a circle about 60’ in diameter. There is some bubbling at the very center. Hasan has wisely placed the longship 150’ away from the westernmost edge of the phenomenon.
Armalad (Hugh) HP 91/128 AC25 / Touch 19/ Flat 18 CMD 27 d20+21=36 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2023 8:50:43 PM
Armalad says, "Wow that is an interesting phenomenon."
She tries to get a good look at it from her spot on the boat.
Perception: 36
She also says, "So I bought a decanter of endless water to help Joker should he get hurt on land and can either unshrink a barrel to stick him in or create a quick stone wall but theoretically couldn't a decanter of endless water be used a jet propulsion device underwater?"
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 123/123 AC 21; Glv +16 2d8+2 Slng +14 CMD 11 Melee 12/7/2;Perc+16;Heal+11 d20+16=28 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2023 12:11:47 AM
Bartomus had lost himself in the boat and to the rhythm of the oars slicing through the waters of the lake. Armalad's comments brought him up out of the comfortable spot he had chosen within the ship and he looked about.
"Is it made of the water, or something from down deep below the water?" Bartomus asked as he looked out at the change in the lake.
Perception 28 adding to Armalad's efforts.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 111/111 AC: 27/15/23 CMD: 26 (+4 vs grapple,+6 disarm, trip) Wednesday July 26th, 2023 5:46:30 AM
Stohp puts her hat on and jumps into the water to get a better look at the area underwater
Stock (JonM) HP: 238/238; AC: 29/26/16; Per: +27; Surv: +14; SM: +16 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 9:07:57 AM
Stock nods at Stohp's splash. "Somebody is in a hurry."
He looks at Armalad and rubs his beard. "I suppose it's kind of like what happens if you were to fill your mouth up with water and expel it. Technically it pushes you but I don't think you'd go anywhere very quickly. I think a proper propulsion device would be more like a portable geyser of endless water than a bottle of endless water meant for drinking.
Bart - Can you spare me a spell of water breathing?
Delia - How about Freedom of Movement again? Unless we want to hold off on that for now..."
Zanderallen (Zachary H) 200/200 AC: 32 T: 13 FF: 31 CMD: 33 LoH 14/14 SE 6/6 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 12:37:24 PM
Zanderallen holds up his hands, "Let's not get the cart before the horse here. We're still 6 hours away from the proposed meeting time. Let's have a look around before we expend all our powerful magic, unless they work for the rest of the day. And before anyone runs off too far, we need to establish a means of communication. Armalad, message seems to work before, will it reach the fountain from here?"
Delia (Hannah) HP: 120/120; AC 29/17/23; CMD 41 Wednesday July 26th, 2023 12:57:38 PM
Delia descends the mast once they stop moving and has determined that there are no immediately visible threats. As she lands, she pulls a Bottle of Air out of her pack. "If we are willing to hold our breaths and pass this around, we who don't have Underwater Helms can explore underwater too. Freedom of Movement from me is only about 2 hours. I have 3 castings of it with this," she gestures with her Ring of Spell Storing, "And 5 castings of Delay Poison - which lasts 13 hours, so I'm going to load everyone but me up with that before we go any further. You'll be immune until the spell wears out, but we may need to Neutralize poison on everyone before those 13 hours are up just to be safe. For Freedom of Movement, Zander and Bart are covered, so it'll be Stock, Stohp, and third one between Armalad and I."
Unless someone objects, she takes the next 5 rounds to cast Delay Poison on Bart, Armalad, Zander, Stock, and Stohp to last the next 13 hours.
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