Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Monday October 7th, 2024 6:59:26 AM
OOC- there is no specific map of the Skull Market
The team spreads out and browses through the market. The stalls here are busy and some of them are different from the last time you were here. The market has its' own ebb and flow, changing slightly from one day to the next. The only ones who are likely to be able to keep track of all the changes are the orphans, but unfortunately you don't see any of them present.
Those keeping guard do not find any rogues here today, and the crowd seems to sense it as well, with perhaps more business than usual taking place throughout. Amid the stalls of trinkets, love potions and various miscellaneous items, there are 3 stalls here(today) that have some alchemy supplies. Lothlo suggests skipping the excitable gnome's booth for now.
At the other two booths, the teams of shoppers are able to acquire some pixie dust and mandrake root for normal market rates for such items. Most other items on the list are not for sale here, and one of the shopkeepers suggest you try the Nightmare Quarter after dark for 'stuff like that'. The gnome's booth remains unchecked.
Still on the list: Basilisk phlegm, (Powdered) Unicorn horn, Roper's digestive juices, and the Powdered nightshade.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Monday October 7th, 2024 8:54:29 AM
Once the halflings are out of the way, (whether or not they by the potion to make them taller....) Zarsellet approaches the fellow gnome. He hopes Burton is with him so he doesn't get sold some useless fakes.
"Hello friend. Silly idea that, a potion to make you taller when you're already the right height! But I need a couple items, alchemical ingredients. Would you happen to have any...." He lowers his voice so it isn't heard by any observers, and glances at the list. "Basilisk phlegm, (Powdered) Unicorn horn, Roper's digestive juices, and Powdered nightshade?"
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Monday October 7th, 2024 6:02:54 PM
Lothlo turns to Fingers and Naithi. Looks like we pretty much struck out. They are going to wonder what's taking us so long if we don't get back soon. If you agree I think it's time we checked out the gnome's booth.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Monday October 7th, 2024 8:24:01 PM
Kwarsk continues to monitor the surroundings, to ensure the Patchers' negotiators are not ambushed. (OOC - see prior Perception roll)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20=15 ; d20=5 Monday October 7th, 2024 9:48:40 PM
Paige pulls up the hood of her cloak so that her face is in shadows, but her vision is relatively unobstructed. Standing just a few paces away from the shoppers, she keeps one eye on Burton and Zarsellet when they call on the gnome, and the other on passers-by. This is a rather uncanny feat, to be honest…
Disguise = 15+1=16 Perception = 5+7=12
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+12=26 ; d20+6=10 ; Monday October 7th, 2024 10:53:18 PM
To Lothlo: Burt and Zar are already in there. Let's keep an eye on them.
He stands by the door, watching the transactions. Perception: 26 (+2 for traps) Sense Motive: 10
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=17 ; Monday October 7th, 2024 10:56:16 PM
Rhys maintains his vigil, watching not only his companions but also the market in general. (Perception 17)
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Tuesday October 8th, 2024 3:06:33 AM
Burton stands next to Zar, he adds a few extra details of their requirements, mainly to let the Gnome know that he knows what he is talking about and has no time for any funny business.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Tuesday October 8th, 2024 6:57:13 AM
The gnome, excitable as always, seems very pleased to have some potential customers. He frowns slightly at the requested items, looking over his goods as he realizes he doesn't have any of the them....until you get to the last one. Ah yes! Powdered nightshade I have, just made a fresh batch! I can get you the best deal on this in the entire market! My whole supply will cost....20 gold.
He rubs his fingers through his beard, making sure the price is right. Then his eyes narrow in suspicion. Waitaminute. What are you planning on doing with this much?
The rest of the team keeps lookout, for any danger, or any shadiness from the gnome. Rhys notices that one of the patrons at the market seems to have recognized Muuru. The man takes no action and seems to resume browsing at a stall selling pottery.
OOC- I have Zarsellet and Burton at the gnome's stand and the rest of the team keeping watch on either the stand or the area. If anyone else would like to be at the stand, please do so in your next post.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=19 ; Tuesday October 8th, 2024 10:39:56 AM
Zarsellet is focused just on the gnome and wonders about the question. He glances at Burton, "Oh, I'm not the alchemist so I don't know. But there are a number of ongoing projects. They just need to keep the stock of these.... odd ingredients so they don't have to pause and possibly ruin a mix if they are out of stock. Why? What would you use nightshade for? I'm just curious you understand, one gnome to another."
OOC: Diplomacy 19 to calm his suspicion?
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday October 8th, 2024 11:12:43 AM
Paige is close enough to the stall to hear the excitable gnomes question. She, too, wonders what Pyramid Industries is making in its labs. Could it be the drow sleep poison?
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Tuesday October 8th, 2024 4:29:25 PM
Burton looks at the Gnome; "We " Burton points at the logo on his overall "are using it in a potion batch." Burton carefully counts out the coins and holds out his hand for the packet of powdered nightshade.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Tuesday October 8th, 2024 4:37:56 PM
IC: "I could ask you who you are planning to sell your 'fresh batch of powdered nightshade' too. Adds Burton.
OOC: With Burtons earlier rolls of Craft (alchemy) 29 & Knowledge (arcana) 27 what could he be making with those ingredients?
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Tuesday October 8th, 2024 6:09:46 PM
Lothlo watches from outside while Zarsellet and Burton check the shop for the remaining ingredients. If he doesn't have all the ingredients, should we have some members go back with what we found while the others keep searching? Or wait until we have everything?
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Tuesday October 8th, 2024 10:03:07 PM
Kwarsk continues to watch the area.
(OOC - are we supposed to roll new Perception every post?)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Tuesday October 8th, 2024 10:31:20 PM
To Lothlo: I think we've looked everywhere by now. We'll have to tell the boss that we'll have to try Nightmare Quarter after dark
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Wednesday October 9th, 2024 12:08:04 AM
Naithi continues standing guard and watching the surroundings. If there is no guard outside, she will have followed the other inside do help guard and protect the gold. If another guard is inside then she will remain mounted on Camalayaas to keep an eye on the outside.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Wednesday October 9th, 2024 2:15:16 AM
Paige reminds Muuru they were told to “return with the supplies by morning” - so she suspects they have most of the day and the night, to source the supplies on the list.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Wednesday October 9th, 2024 8:06:14 AM
Zarsellet tries to calm the gnome, who still seems suspicious. Well, there are several possibilities, some of which could be considered unsavory. I don't want the authorities after me if they find out I sold it to you.
Paige considers what it is that they are actually making at the Alchemist shop.
Burtons adds that it is going to be used for potions. The gnome still seems unsure but has calmed down a bit. Well, it is something I sell, so I guess whoever wants to buy it. I just want to make sure it is not going to cause any problems. Burton is not sure of any specifics, but the ingredient list does not include items used to make common types of potions such as healing or resisting energy.
Lothlo ponders whether the team should split up before finding all of the items.
Kwarsk keeps a sharp eye for trouble, but currently finds none. OOC- no need to roll each round unless you are looking for something specific or changing actions
Muuru suspects the remaining ingredients will not be found at Skull Market. Perhaps in the Nightmare Quarter after dark?
Naithi continues playing the part of an attentive guard.
Paige reminds the team they have until the next morning to acquire the remaining items.
The gnome seems willing to make the trade but is still holding back and may need a little more convincing.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=25 ; Wednesday October 9th, 2024 1:06:24 PM
Zarsellet nods accepting the other gnome's concerns. "Like I said, I'm not an alchemist so I don't know the bad things it could be used for. But, gnome to gnome, I just have a shopping list to restock the supplies. I'd rather give you the business than some shady character in a dangerous part of the city. And since you don't have the other ingredients it does look like we'll have to go there...."
OOC: Follow-up diplomacy roll 25 to make it more personal?
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Wednesday October 9th, 2024 1:07:17 PM
Burton waits with his hand out for the package; "Are you selling the Nightshade or not? It might be useful to you to have Pyramid Industries as a regular customer. And if you really need to know what potions they are going to make with it I would suggest you go and talk to the Alchemists after all we are only gathering items on a list." Burton starts to put the gold coins back into the coin purse.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Wednesday October 9th, 2024 4:08:13 PM
If/when folks conclude their purchase of the powdered nightshade, Paige will suggest a visit to The Hallow Pit school of necromancy and Mavros, the middle aged gnome with the grey mustaches. The school owes the Patchers a favour after they saved the students from some cultists who were trying to forcibly recruit new members.
”There’s a good chance a school of necromancy has the things on your list. They may not be able to provide us with much (unless they’re making the stuff!) but they might have some leads on where we can procure supplies.”
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Wednesday October 9th, 2024 4:27:33 PM
Rhys maintains his watch, keeping a special eye out for the individual who seemed to recognize Muuru.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Wednesday October 9th, 2024 8:47:36 PM
Naithi pats her horse's side as Camalayaas eats from her bucket. She continues to look for danger and anything out of the ordinary.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Wednesday October 9th, 2024 9:35:00 PM So, there was mention trying Nightmare Quarter after dark. I'm all for giving it a try, but those that hired us probably are expecting us back, so if we are coming back at night we probably need to go back with what we go so far.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Wednesday October 9th, 2024 10:55:58 PM
Kwarsk continues his watching for ambushes, cutpurses, and the like.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Wednesday October 9th, 2024 11:02:51 PM I agree with ; stop by the Nightmare Quarter, find what we can, then go back to the worksite in the morning.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Thursday October 10th, 2024 1:50:21 PM
Zarsellet and Burton make a final sales pitch to the gnome. He hesitates, but just for a moment, the lure of the gold too much to resist. Allright, you got me. Just be careful with that stuff, ok? The gnome hands over the pouch of powdered nightshade. If you open the pouch and look inside, you can see the substance glittering as if in moonlight whenever it is fully shaded inside the bag.
Paige suggests stopping by the Hollow Pit for advice on getting the rest of the items. Rhys keeps a watch for the man that recognized Muuru, but he seems to have disappeared into the crowd. Naithi keeps watch from the back of the saddle, and has an excellent view of the market. Lothlo is concerned about returning the items as quickly as possible. The instructions were to return by morning, so there should? be enough time. Kwarsk keeps watch, the market keeps doing business Fingers agrees with shopping the Nightmare Quarter after dark
The trip to the Hollow Pit is short and uneventful, at the door, you are welcomed inside, and one of the wizards gets some refreshments while another goes to fetch Mavros. Both arrive at the same time, some plates of chicken and vegetables recently grilled, wine, fresh cold milk, and Mavros, disheveled and looking like he was pulled away from the middle of an experiment. My friends! what brings you to the Pit?
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=30 ; Thursday October 10th, 2024 2:40:16 PM
Zarsellet looks around as they enter the Hollow Pit. He isn't hungry, but a little bit of wine did sound good....
He looks Mavros over and wonders.... but that isn't why they are here. "Sorry to interrupt whatever you were working on. We're shopping, for a few things that aren't easily available." He shows the list, with the Nightshade crossed off.
OOC: Diplomacy 30
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+14=18 ; Thursday October 10th, 2024 4:32:19 PM
Kwarsk maintains his watch
(OOC - 1) Perception =18 2) I'm at a game convention starting tomorrow, someone please post for Kwarsk on Friday!)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Thursday October 10th, 2024 9:59:16 PM
Paige shoves her hood back so that Mavros can see her face and hair. She’s not a big fan of necromancy, but Mavros had made some interesting points about the use of such magics for good, and the cleric had recently acquired some shadier spells, so who was she to judge!
”We’ve recently taken on a side hustle with Pyramid Industries, and the powers-that-be have sent us shopping for alchemical ingredients. They’re not your run-of-the-mill ingredients. I’m wondering if you might be able to direct us to an honest source for said ingredients? Like, where you might source your school’s supplies, hmm?”
The red headed cleric points to the parchment held out by Zarsellet.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+11=21 ; Thursday October 10th, 2024 10:08:13 PM
Perched atop Shadow's broad back, Naithi surveys the surrounding area with a watchful eye. The disguised rabbit stands perfectly still, her muscles coiled and ready to spring into action at a moment's notice.
Naithi's keen senses are on high alert, her ears twitching at the slightest sound and her eyes scanning the shadows for any sign of trouble. She knows that the gold and nightshade they guard are valuable targets, and she's determined to ensure their safety.
Perception = 21
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=13 ; d20+9=21 ; Thursday October 10th, 2024 11:45:41 PM
Rhys loiters in an alcove outside the Hollow Pit, keeping to the shadows and watching for anyone taking interest in the Patchers (Perception 13, Stealth 21)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Friday October 11th, 2024 2:03:39 AM And while you're at it, Mavros -- have you got any idea what those ingredients might be used for?
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Friday October 11th, 2024 2:50:29 AM
Burton stands in the middle of the group slightly towards the back. While not openly hostile it is fairly common knowledge that Burton really doesn't like necromancers. He has had a few 'Heated' discussions with Mavros. When Mavros catches his eye he makes a polite nod and smiles back.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Friday October 11th, 2024 6:56:39 AM
Mavros looks over the list. Who did you say this stuff is for? There's some rare ingredients there, and most of the uses are unsavory.
Well, we won't have any of that here says the gnome between sips of wine. But if it is important I can point you in the right direction. In the Outcast Quarter, there's a shop called Oscar's Rejects. If you go an hour after the shop closes, knock on the back door 4 times. The clerk who answers is a dwarf who looks like one too many alchemy experiments blew up in his face. He will probably have some of those.
The rest you should be able to find right here in the Nightmare Quarter after dark. There's one or two not entirely legal shops that move about every few days. They will likely have some of the ingredients as well.
As for what they're used for, well usually necromancy and summoning unpleasant things. Or maybe both at the same time. Please be careful with this stuff, I'm not sure what you're getting into here.
Keeping watch as the group travels, both Naithi and Rhys catch occasional glimpses of a black bird, which seems to stop and watch for a moment before flying off.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Friday October 11th, 2024 2:57:57 PM
Burton points at the logo on his overall; "Would you happen to know where the not entirely legal shops are tonight? I would be most grateful for the help. Grateful enough to take another look at your theory on the helpful benefits of necromancy."
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Friday October 11th, 2024 8:44:51 PM
Rhys lets the others know of the bird he sighted. ”Is it possible that this is the same bird that has been seen before? Might it be in the service of Duncan, sent to spy on us?”
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Friday October 11th, 2024 9:00:19 PM
Zarsellet sees Burton pointing to the logo on his clothing and just nods to Mavros. "We're restocking supplies for the company. I don't know what any of it will be used for, and considering what you say I don't think I want to know."
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+7=23 ; Friday October 11th, 2024 11:53:28 PM
Fingers buys alchemical supplies in the Nightmare Quarter all the time. There's a chance he knows about Oscar's as well:
I think I know where those "floating" shops are tonight. Burt, you want to handle Oscar's?
OOC: How long will it be until "after dark", and how long until "after Oscar's shop closes"? This will help decide if we're splitting up to visit the shops.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Sunday October 13th, 2024 4:03:26 AM
Burton nods at Fingers suggestion; "That might be a way forward."
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Sunday October 13th, 2024 10:50:29 PM
Paige sidles up to Fingers and asks: ”did you ever analyze that vial of drow sleep poison we got? You know, the one I sampled? Is there a possibility Pyramid Industries has gone into production of the draught and we’re sourcing the ingredients?”
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Monday October 14th, 2024 9:15:12 AM
The Patchers get some information about where the rest of the ingredients might be found.
You know that many store close around 6pm, when the workers and owners head out for evening meals. So trying Oscar's Rejects between 7 and 8 would seem a reasonable time.
Fingers has a good idea about when and where the temporary shops in the Nightmare Quarter tend to operate. Not only do they move around but also vary their operating times. It shouldn't be too difficult to find them, and recently they have been open between midnight and 4am.
Mavros thanks Burton for the offer. Well, we have been working on something recently. Hmm. How about I send a message when I think its' ready? Then we can debate the philosophy of necromancy at that time.
Rhys wonders if the bird is a spy. So, far there are more questions for that than answers.
Paige wonders if they might be crafting drow sleep poison. While it may be possible, no reports of the use of such has been reported around the City since you shut down that guild.
The heroes have the initiative and may decide which shops they are going to, with who, and in which order.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Monday October 14th, 2024 11:26:15 AM
Paige waits for those with the shopping list and the gold to pay for the supplies to lead the way.
If the party splits up, she will continue to perform ‘guard duty’ for Burton and Zarsellet.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Monday October 14th, 2024 2:33:16 PM
Zarsellet considers the times. Waiting until they are out of earshot for anyone he quietly speaks. "If we're going to be doing night work we probably should get some rest. Otherwise we'll all be tired tomorrow. Maybe we should all go ack to the patch and decide who goes to Oscar's Rejects between 7 and 8, and who goes to the moving shops between midnight and 4 AM?"
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Monday October 14th, 2024 3:23:29 PM
Burton nods to Mavros; "I look forward to it, I'm sure it will be very interesting." People close to Burton might just hear the faint sound of teeth grinding as he speaks.
Once the group are talking with Zar Burton says "There is enough time between shops for all of us to go to both. However, if those of you with more experience of this kind of thing think that might be to many people I would be more than happy to go to Oscar's then spend the night in my own warm bed."
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Monday October 14th, 2024 6:07:09 PM Sounds like a good plan to me. Lothlo considers what they have learned about the ingredients. Do you think this is related to what's on the third part of the document they found. The rest of it seems to have been pretty unsavory.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+10=13 ; Monday October 14th, 2024 10:42:06 PM
Okay, I think we have a plan. Go home, get dinner, and I'll see what I (can figure out/have written down) about the drow poison. (Craft (Alchemy): d20+10 = 13)
Around 7, we go to Oscar's - it shouldn't take all of us, but that's kind of a rough neighborhood.
Assuming whatever trouble we cause at Oscar's is overwith quickly, we come home and get some sleep. In the dead of night I'll wake up and find the floating shops for whatever we still need. I'll take whoever wants to come, but this shouldn't take all of us either.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Monday October 14th, 2024 11:38:50 PM
Rhys suggests they travel in smaller groups in case they are being watched. He does his best to b stick to the shadows and be unnoticed as he heads back to the patch.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Tuesday October 15th, 2024 9:10:10 AM
The team bids farewell(and some probably happy to leave) the Hollow Pit and head back to the Patch. Once there, they can garb some food and decide who is going on the next trip.
Fingers looks over the remaining samples of the drow sleep poison again. While it is possible one of the ingredients on their list may be useful in crafting it, the formula certainly does not include all of the ingredients on the shopping list.
OOC- please state if you are going to Oscar's in your post.
Well after dinner and some much needed rest, the team takes a circuitous route to the Outcast Quarter and near Oscar's Rejects shop. After the shop is noticeably closed for at least an hour, you knock on the back door, using the pattern suggested by Mavros. Just when you feel you have been standing there too long to not be suspicious, the door opens. A dwarf stands there, the remaining parts of his singed beard tied back to try and prevent more damage.Yeah, what do ya want?
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday October 15th, 2024 9:41:33 AM
Back at the Patch Paige brings up the party’s mission, and asks her friends what they think about the fact that in the guise of infiltrating Pyramid Industries they are becoming participants in Plateau City’s black market for dangerous goods?
”I wonder if the Captain of the Guard and the Black Cathedral had this in mind when they suggested we get on with Pyramid Industries’ labour force?”.
It rubs against the grain for the cleric to be supporting what appears to be the trade in illicit alchemicals.
However, if folks believe they should continue with the mission, she will accompany those going to Oscars.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=31 ; Tuesday October 15th, 2024 12:00:20 PM
Zarsellet looks at the dwarf, wondering how he burned his beard, but not feeling that he should ask....
"We are looking for some supplies, that other shops don't admit to carrying." He shows the dwarf the list. "Perhaps I shouldn't speak of them out here?"
OOC: Diplomacy 31
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Tuesday October 15th, 2024 5:12:46 PM
Knowing they could be in for a long night, Lothlo has a hearty dinner rests up. in the evening he joins those going to Oscar's. He lets those with alchemy knowledge and a more intimidating presence do the talking. Since he knows the dangers of the streets after dark, Lothlo confirms if everyone else is grabbing their weapons for the evening supply run before deciding on bringing his bow with him.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Tuesday October 15th, 2024 6:17:07 PM
Kwarsk does the same as Lothlo - confirming whether the Patchers are going in their better gear.
(At this point, since the Patchers won't make it back to Pyramid until at least the next day, Kwarsk loads up on his unobtrusive magic items (belt, etc), sticks with the non-magical heavy shield and chain shirt, and checks for Patcher consensus on best weapons to see if he should bring his magical waraxe since it's visually different than the MW cold iron waraxe he bought for this disguise mission)
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Tuesday October 15th, 2024 6:30:32 PM
To Paige's query about their mission and how it is currently heading he suggests; "Consider it intelligence gathering, we are not directly engaged in anything untoward just shopping.
Burton will go to Oscar's but let Zar do the talking as he is more of a 'people' person. While Burton will stay in costume he does slip his wand into his sleave and grab a bite to eat before heading out.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=17 ; Tuesday October 15th, 2024 10:14:53 PM
Rhys enjoys a hearty meal and a brief respite before venturing back out into the Nightmare Quarter. Once again he sticks to the shadows and tries to be unobtrusive as he watches out for his companions (Stealth 17).
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Tuesday October 15th, 2024 10:32:48 PM
Fingers brings his blackjack and belt pouch for the trip to Oscar's. He'll use his Mage Armor wand then leave it at home.
We should walk in twos and threes but within trouble range of each other. I'm staying in disguise, so my "group" should be in their aliases too.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Wednesday October 16th, 2024 6:15:30 AM
Some concern is expressed over the involvement the team now has due to acquiring these ingredients, but so far, it is as Burton says, 'only shopping'. The team arrives in small groups, still using disguises.
The dwarf looks over those outside, and as Zarsellet finishes he just grunts and lets you inside.
Allright then, what do you want. And don't try anything funny I have some explosives where I can easily reach them.
Outside, Rhys does not notice if anyone has taken particular note of the Patchers. OOC- is anyone else staying outside?
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Wednesday October 16th, 2024 1:06:11 PM
Zarsellet goes in. He nods when the dwarf expresses 'concern'.
"No need for explosives. We're just needing to purchase some supplies. Re-stocking for Pyramid Industries. But, the stocks that are on our list aren't on the more public stores...."
He shows the list to the dwarf. "As you can see. ??"
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Wednesday October 16th, 2024 4:58:36 PM
Lothlo checks if he was given anything from Pyramid Industries he can display so the dwarf can see they are there for profitable business purposes.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Wednesday October 16th, 2024 5:08:44 PM
Burton stands to one side slightly behind Zar and watches events unfold. He is still openly wearing his PI overalls.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Wednesday October 16th, 2024 6:47:07 PM
Kwarsk goes in, and quietly listens and observes.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=12 ; Wednesday October 16th, 2024 10:02:31 PM
Rhys does his best to keep an eye out for anyone taking undue interest in his companions (Perception 12)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+12=27 ; d20+10=15 ; Wednesday October 16th, 2024 10:52:49 PM
Fingers stands, arms folded, trying to look like "the muscle", but watching closely to see what ingredients come out, how they're kept, if they look authentic, etc.
Perception: 27 Craft (Alchemy): 15
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Thursday October 17th, 2024 12:12:47 AM
Where Burton and Zarsellet go, so goes Paige.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Thursday October 17th, 2024 8:05:24 AM
Zarsellet diplomatically shows the list Lothlo knows everyone was given a small badge, to be worn around the neck at all times within their compound. Burton is still in disguise and waits and observes Kwarsk observes, noting that there are no obvious explosives nearby Rhys keeps watch outside, where things remain quiet Fingers looks around, the ingredients that he does see do appear to be authentic Paige keeps watch over the deal
The dwarf looks over the group for a moment, with a look of deciding whether or not he will do business with you. Finally, he leans over and looks at the list without touching it.
Yeah, I have something you need. Got a small supply of the Roper digestive juices that I haven't sold yet. It'll cost you though, that stuff isn't easy to get. My remaining stock will cost 125 gold. Then he crosses his arms and raises an eyebrow while he waits for your reply.
OOC- you have 150 gold remaining of the supplies you were given from Sophie(supervisor of the Alchemy Shop)
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+8=25 ; Thursday October 17th, 2024 10:58:40 AM
Zarsellet looks at Burton to see what he thinks about the given price. "125 gold? Hmm...."
OOC: Not sure if a knowledge roll would count? I have +8 on all knowledge skills so rolled a 25. ??
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+3=15 ; Thursday October 17th, 2024 5:43:04 PM
Lohthlo tries to think what he knows about a fair price for the Roper digestive juices, as well as how much they expect the the remaining items to cost and whether they can afford the entirety of the remaining stock.
knowledge = 15
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20=3 ; Thursday October 17th, 2024 5:46:54 PM
Paige looks over the shoulders of the shoppers in order to get an idea as to the real value of the substance mentioned. (Appraise = 3). Unfortunately she has no real idea, and can not advise her friends.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+2=15 ; Thursday October 17th, 2024 9:13:16 PM
Kwarsk as well wonders whether that's the right price.
(OOC - Appraise = 15)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20=4 ; d20+11=31 ; Thursday October 17th, 2024 9:50:31 PM
Naithi keeps her eyes open for danger and continues to protect the group.
Appraise = 4 Perception=31
ooc: Sorry about the short posts, I have company that came earlier than expected
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Thursday October 17th, 2024 11:58:07 PM
Rhys continues his vigil
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+6=23 ; d20+10=20 ; Friday October 18th, 2024 12:56:05 AM
Fingers casually wanders to towards the door. Surreptiously he casts Message at Zarsellet and Burton.
"A good price for that would be..." Appraise: d20+6 = 23 Craft (Alchemy): d20+10 = 20
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Friday October 18th, 2024 7:24:58 AM
The dwarf waits patiently(mostly) and begins tapping his boot gently on the floor....
Zarsellet feels the price may be a little high but isn't sure of the exact amount Lothlo wonders if the team will have enough money left for the remaining supplies if they pay that much Paige recalls what she knows about the value of the substance, but isn't sure Kwarsk, also feels the price is a bit high Naithi looks around. There is no one else here at the shop, and... Rhys continues as lookout outside Fingers tries to send a quick message to the team, and the dwarf doesn't seem to notice.(please try sleight of hand or bluff next time) He feels the price should be lower, around the 60-80 gold range Burton comes to the same estimate based on his alchemy knowledge
The heroes have the initiative........
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=34 ; Friday October 18th, 2024 11:58:38 AM
Zarsellet hears the quiet message from Fingers and continues. "Well, if that's your best price I think we'll just have to take our business down the road. Pyramid Industries does want to stock their shelves, but they also need to make a profit on the items they make."
"I'm not an alchemist so I don't know what it is for. And I haven't ever fought a Roper so I wouldn't know how difficult it might be to obtain their digestive juices.... But for the amount that we're needing," He refers to the list. "I was thinking more along a price of, say 40 gold, or maybe 50. But, if that doesn't work for you. ??"
"Or.... If you happen to have a Roper here and need help harvesting? We'd want a really good discount on our purchase then."
OOC: Diplomacy 34
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+13=22 ; Friday October 18th, 2024 8:42:02 PM
Realizing he has no real knowledge about the cost of these components, Lothlo scans the room to make sure there are no new threats appearing.
Perception = 22
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Friday October 18th, 2024 11:57:53 PM
Fingers wonders which would be better if we end up going over budget: Tell the bosses that the prices were too much? Or spend our own money at the floating shops to be sure we arrive with everything?
If we want to learn the plans at Pyramid, then we may need to pay for the privilege.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | d20+6=12 ; Saturday October 19th, 2024 4:08:01 AM
Burton nods at Zar's comment; "Now I am an alchemist and my friend here is correct, your price is rather high. It would be a pity to lose future sales for a little profit now."
Diplomacy = 12
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+14=26 ; Saturday October 19th, 2024 1:14:31 PM
Kwarsk watches the room for secret doors opening and guards/traps activating, etc.
(OOC - Perception = 26)
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=22 ; Saturday October 19th, 2024 4:45:25 PM
Rhys continues to keep watch on the street. (perception 22)
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=22 ; Saturday October 19th, 2024 6:14:30 PM
Rhys continues to keep watch on the street. (perception 22)
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Monday October 21st, 2024 5:35:44 AM
-Zarsellet makes an offer, and the threat of leaving with no sale seems to sway the dwarf. -Lothlo looks around, but the shop is quiet -Fingers wonders what might happen if the team shows up back at the alchemist shop without some of the ingredients -Burton adds some weight to the argument, with his expert knowledge(I'll count it as an assist to Zarsellet's roll) -Kwarsk looks around, it is difficult to tell if there are any secret doors or compartments in the jumbled mess of a shop without some very deliberate poking around. Boxes, crates, lab equipment and small piles of broken glass would all have to be shuffled around to get a better look. -Rhys keeps watch outside. Nothing is noticed, but the street does feel quieter than expected.
The dwarf does a fair bit of calculating in a few moments. And it seems like he would rather sell at very low profit than lose the sale. Allright then, I'll deal for 50 gold, but that's as low as I can go. He picks up the large flask full of a foul looking viscous liquid and sloshes it around a bit. Do we have a deal?
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Monday October 21st, 2024 10:13:33 AM
Zarsellet nods, but defers to Burton, "I'd say yes, but.... Burton, You know more about the stuff. What do you think? Is it right?"
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Monday October 21st, 2024 10:46:55 AM
Paige waits for the transaction to go through.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Monday October 21st, 2024 1:41:37 PM
Burton starts counting out the coins; "You have a deal. Do you have any of the other items on the list or any idea on where we might get them? We really need them tonight."
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Monday October 21st, 2024 5:13:20 PM
Lothlo nods his head in approval. He doesn't know what that going rate is, but for something you have to buy in secret after normal shopping hours he didn't expect it to be cheap, and this should leave a good amount left over to buy the remaining components.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=16 ; d20+9=23 ; Monday October 21st, 2024 8:34:31 PM
Rhys is left uneasy by the unusual emptiness of the market. He can’t help but wonder if this is a set-up. He takes a moment to scan his surroundings one more before retreating little further into the shadows. (Perception 16, Stealth 23)
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+14=25 ; Monday October 21st, 2024 10:44:43 PM
Kwarsk is pleased things appear to be going well, but a guard's reflexes don't turn off for a while.
(OOC - Perception = 25)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+6=7 ; d20+6=23 ; d20+10=14 ; Monday October 21st, 2024 11:46:24 PM
Fingers readies to offer advice on the next things that are offered
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 7:14:18 AM
The dwarf looks at the list again. Nope, sorry, I'd love to do more business with folks who seem to have the coin, but I don't have the rest. Did you try the Skull Market? Anyway, next time you need stuff, let me know in advance I'll try to get what you need. Ask any clerk at the shop to leave a note for me, name's Dalobar.
With the trade completed, the team can gather outside. The streets do seem quieter than expected, but maybe people still haven't fully returned to normal schedules since before the boogeyman was defeated.
OOC- local time is 10pm, where would you like to try next? The heroes have the initiative......
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 3:10:00 PM ”We return to Skull Market?” Paige enquires.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 5:27:55 PM
Lothlo looks around the quiet streets. With it being after hours, he doesn't see many options before them. I would guess that Nightmare Quarter after dark is probably our best bet. We did a fairly thorough investigation of Skull Market already.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 5:35:10 PM
Burton glances at the list to check what else is required. He turns to the others; "What do people think? Back to Skull Market or something else?"
OOC: Does Burton think he can get some of the items on the list at the Star Mage Guild? As some of the mages work odd hours he's not to worried about opening hours.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 9:17:12 PM
Zarsellet strolls out with the group. "Well, I guess we've got some time to kill? The shops in the Nightmare Quarter aren't open until after midnight, right?"
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 9:40:40 PM ”I have heard of a place called Puulas’ Components in the Dragon Quarter. I don’t know if it would be open this late or if they are too respectable to carry these items. Something to consider.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+14=32 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 9:46:06 PM
Kwarsk says, "Fingers, didn't you say something earlier about midnight shops? Are there any of those that would be helpful?"
Kwarsk keeps watch, awaiting the next destination.
(OOC - Perception = 32)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+10=27 ; d20+7=13 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 11:44:13 PM
To Kwarsk: , yes, the "floating" shops are open after midnight - but they're in the Nightmare Quarter. Makes no sense to go almost home and then back out. Let's stop at a tavern on the way...
OOC: Depending on what Muuru knows, he'll suggest dropping by Puulas if the Dragon Quarter isn't far out of the way, and might have the components, and might be open this late.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 7:25:54 AM
There is some discussion, and it seems there are a few options.
Puula's Components may have something you need and would only be about a 30 minute walk. It is unknown if they have atypical or nighttime hours.
The Skull Market, is unlikely to have anything else you need, since you have already been through it, but it is not impossible with the shifting nature of the market that a shopkeeper who was not there while you were present, could open their stand next time. It is, however mostly open during the day.
The Nightmare Quarter is reputed to have a few barely legal shops that have not been shut down. It is known they don't quite keep regular hours or use the same locations frequently so as to avoid unfortunate entanglements with the law.
As you walk and discuss, the aroma of good food and sound of good company flow out of the closest local tavern, The Flying Pigs Inn. Other options are available if you are traveling to one of the other Quarters on the way to a specific shop(or shopping area).
OOC- local time is 10:30pm
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 4:49:34 PM
Paige is a little confused. She was pretty sure the Skull Market was in the Nightmare Quarter, and was the most likely spot of any in Plateau City where questionable components might be secured. She’s somewhat concerned that the Pyramid Industries folks didn’t provide the shoppers with information regarding their regular supply lines - nor with sufficient funds to ensure the group can secure the supplies they’ve been tasked with collecting…before returning to the complex in the morning.
”I wonder if the City Guard or the clerics at the Black Cathedral might be able to provide us with any of the stuff on the list?” she asks sotto voce. ”Maybe they have a way of ‘marking’ the goods that can be traced? That way, we might be able to learn what products the ingredients are being put into, and if necessary, set up a ‘sting’ operation.”
The cleric looks at her companions in order to learn what they think, before continuing: ”or we could always stop by the Crypt and see if there is any new scuttlebutt regarding our new employer or our new place of employment .”
Paige is getting hungry, and remembers the monthly voucher for beverages, food, and games the party were awarded after clearing out the threat to Zolbar’s clean running of the gambling establishment.
* all,of Paige’s suggestions would keep the party in the Nightmare Quarter though I don’t know if that’s necessary…
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 5:53:31 PM
Lothlo nods at Paige's concerns. They probably know that they are asking us to make questionable purchases and avoided telling us where to get the supplies so that they could have plausible deniability for any actions we take to get them. Which is even more concerning when you factor in that all of us were picked to got together. It could be coincidence, or it could be that we were already identified and that we were sent to get items at these "barely legal" shops with the intention of taking us out of the picture. We need to be careful about any purchase we make just in case.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 7:22:00 PM
Looking around to be sure nobody is paying attention to the group, Zarsellet quietly asks Paige and Burton. "If this stuff is only useful for.... 'evil' things, is there something then could be added to it to make it fail? Without being easily noticed?"
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 8:42:28 PM
The topic is beyond Naithi's knowledge, so she continues keeping guard.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+14=30 ; Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 9:00:13 PM
Kwarsk continues to stand guard, mildly regretting he skipped out on an alchemy lesson back in The Scab...
(OOC - Perception = 30)
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 10:35:06 PM You know something? Sometimes we spend too much time talking.
Since we have two known shops to hit, I'm not inclined to also try Puula's when we don't know if it's open late.
I'm going into that tavern for a pint and a snack. If you're coming, remember we're still in disguise, so maybe we should split up among tables.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Wednesday October 23rd, 2024 11:24:37 PM
Rhys nods and heads into the tavern. He takes a stool at one end of the bar and orders an ale. From his seat he has a clear view of the door and the rest of the patrons.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Thursday October 24th, 2024 7:26:02 AM
OOC- it seems there was some agreement to stop for refreshments so I'm moving this along a bit
Inside the Flying Pigs Inn, you find the place is busy but not overly crowded. You have the option to share a table or split up, keeping with the disguises. No one looks when you walk in, except for the bartender, and a quick nod from a server to the nearest empty tables.
Looking over a menu, you find the following items: Foraged salad- made from whatever the ranger found Stuffed eggs- made in the style of the devil roast goose stew - with meat and vegetables, served in a trench bowl The Fancyman's Feast - Our finest meats, cheeses, fruits and nuts The Commoner's Feast - Whatever is leftover from the Fancyman's Feast Scones - served warm with butter or jam
The drinks: Ale - it's better for you than water Wine - red or white Cider - made from apples and ginger Mountain water - fresh, clear and cool Tea - served hot with honey and cream
-Paige has some thoughts about the assignment. Is it possible they are setting the team up for failure? It seems there is not enough information to be sure. She suggests stopping by the Crypt later to see how things are going there. -Lothlo is concerned about what the team might be involved in here -Zarsellet wonders if it would be possible to tamper with the supplies, thus preventing their use for anything 'evil' -Naithi continues to watch for trouble -Kwarsk continues to watch for trouble -Fingers would like to push on to the known shops before coming up with new ideas -Rhys takes a seat at the bar, a prime position to keep watch on things.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Thursday October 24th, 2024 10:58:11 AM
Kwarsk takes a matching yet opposite-end seat at the bar, likewise watching for trouble... or anything interesting.
He says to the server, "I'll have the stew... and some cider, please."
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Thursday October 24th, 2024 12:47:34 PM
Burton will order the stew and a cider. He glances around to see if anyone is taking to much attention to them before quietly answering Zar; "You can always mess up a potion by adding something extra or the wrong element to it. But I would be careful with what you do as it might not be discrete."
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Thursday October 24th, 2024 6:11:00 PM
Lothlo sits down with the others and glances at the menu. I'll have a bowl of stew as well, and a cup of tea.
He makes a quick mental note about how much time they have before the need to head to the after dark markets to make sure they all head out on time.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=19 ; Thursday October 24th, 2024 10:01:37 PM
Once the Patchers decide on their next course of action, Rhys will slip out ahead of them and take up a flanking position as unobtrusively as possible.(Stealth 19)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Thursday October 24th, 2024 10:42:40 PM ”Purify food and drink makes spoiled, rotten, diseased, poisonous, or otherwise contaminated food and water pure and suitable for eating and drinking, but it does not neutralize a potion.” Paige volunteers. Then, shrugging her shoulders, she tucks into her stew, and waits for midnight and full dark.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Friday October 25th, 2024 12:44:27 AM Commoners' and cider, my friend says Fingers to the server, and sits with Paige (who's also in the role of a guard)
Quietly: Brewing potions isn't like cooking up a stew. You start throwing in random or low-quality ingredients, you could end up with something that's still evil but toxic as well. Or fill the lab with poison gas or something. Pyramid could be putting together more than one kind of potion, they could be working on roper-repellent, who knows?
I say we don't inhibit them yet, just continue to observe. We should carry some miniature vials in case we can get samples for me to analyze. There's still time to bust up the entire operation if it comes to that.
Oh, and talking to the Cathedral or the Guard about providing ingredients? That's not a bad idea, but I wish we'd thought of it when it wasn't near midnight.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Friday October 25th, 2024 7:30:41 AM
The team shares a quick, late meal. As the meal draws to a close, and it is nearly time to leave, a couple of well dressed patrons pay their tab. They fondly wish everyone a good evening and one of them puts a full pouch of coins away as they head out the door.
A pair of men at a table near the door share an ominous look and after a few moments follow them out the door......
In the street, from the shadows, Rhys observes two well dressed men leave, and two others follow shortly after.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=24 ; Friday October 25th, 2024 11:14:49 AM
Rhys signals his intent to follow to other members of the party and slips out behind the last two gents. (Stealth 24). The elf will follow discreetly at a distance.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=24 ; Friday October 25th, 2024 2:39:42 PM
Zarsellet accepts Muuru's guidance on the ingredients. They are just about to leave to seek out the next shop when they notice a pair of apparently wealthy men being followed out of the inn. Seeing Rhys' signal he considers and decides to follow as well. (also rolled Stealth 24)
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Friday October 25th, 2024 8:08:50 PM
Kwarsk pays his tab and then, nodding to the Patchers, heads after Rhys, following Rhys discreetly at a distance because of his own noisy armor and shield.
(OOC - Kwarsk's goal is that if battle starts, he can Charge to aid Rhys.)
Kwarsk spares another glance at the Patchers, nodding them again to follow, then he turns and goes.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+4=8 ; d20+13=19 ; Friday October 25th, 2024 10:17:12 PM
Lothlo sees the two men share a look and head out the door following the well dressed men who just bought there dinner. Hmm, those two thugs were a little too unsubtle about their intent for people that do this regularly. I hope there isn't more to this than there appears. Lothlo's mind briefly wonders again whether they were already noticed at their jobs and that this shopping request is somehow part of a plan to get rid of them.
sense motive = 8
In any case, the sharpshooter knows he can't just leave innocent people to be mugged. Lohtlo leaves the money for his meal on the table and follows the others out, keeping some distance so he has line of sight, and keeping an eye out for additional attackers that could be waiting outside.
perception = 19
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 d20+7=22 ; Friday October 25th, 2024 11:26:34 PM
Fingers watches the way in which everyone leaves. To Paige: You saw all that, right?
How about this: we follow but we hang back and just watch. If those are just a couple of muggers, the rest of the gang can handle them.
But if it's a trap or something, you and I will be backup. Sound good?
Stealth: d20+7 (left his Cloak of Elvenkind at home): 22
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Saturday October 26th, 2024 4:34:26 AM
Burton will hang back before wandering out behind the others. After all he's supposed to be a poor laborer not a hero, just encase they are being watched to see how we react to a staged event.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Saturday October 26th, 2024 10:26:50 PM
Paige considers licking the bowl that contained the delicious stew, but thinks better of it.
Before Rhys slopes off, Paige taps him with a wand. Bear’s Endurance
The cleric agrees with Muuru’s plan, volunteering that it is usually her strategy to start from the back of the pack, support her friends (with buffs) then work her way forward and engage any bad guys over the course of the confrontation.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Monday October 28th, 2024 7:09:39 AM
Rhys and Zarsellet are closest to the men and the (thugs?) appear not to have noticed due to their excellent stealth skills.
The(thugs?) are still following the obviously drunk patrons and are drawing closer to them.
The rest of the team is following along, further back to avoid notice. So far Fingers seems like he is able to keep the noise down, helping the team to be quiet.
Much further ahead on the road, someone appears, carrying a lantern. The reflection of armor bounces off of the light........
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=20 ; Monday October 28th, 2024 12:22:44 PM
Zarsellet continues following. He stays to the side of the road watching for any reflection from any equipment that might alert the people they are following. If he notices either glancing back he freezes in place.
OOC: Stealth 20
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+8=25 ; d20+13=16 ; Monday October 28th, 2024 6:29:51 PM
Lothlo stays in the shadows, stealthfully advancing with the others and doing his best to keep a line of sight on the both the (thugs?) and the mystery armored guest that just arrived.
Stealth = 25 Perception = 16
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Monday October 28th, 2024 6:46:29 PM
Burton keeps to a steady pace and follows along someway to the rear of the group giving them space to do their thing.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 56/56 d20+9=15 ; d20+9=10 ; Monday October 28th, 2024 7:37:26 PM
Rhys sticks to the shadows and if able, slips deeper into a dark alcove as the individual with the lantern approaches. He tries to discern if the new figure is a city guard on patrol (stealth 15, perception 10)
Active effects: Bears Endurance 3 min
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+2=3 ; Monday October 28th, 2024 9:08:13 PM
Kwarsk maintains his distance from Rhys (Kwarsk is about as far from Rhys as Rhys is from the two thugs). Kwarsk likewise tries to stealthily step into a dark alcove, but... darn... must have been some rocks on the ground! Hopefully the rocks didn't make *that* much noise...
(OOC - Kwarsk, in his 'disguise', is -2 armor check for heavy shield, -2 for non-magical chain shirt, net -4, Stealth +6, net +2 to roll.
This is absolutely no help when rolling a natural 1. Skills do not critically succeed or fail, but 1+2 = 3 is a roll that can only be considered silent if (distance from Kwarsk to Rhys) + (same distance from Rhys to guard with light) is far enough away for the guard not to notice...)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+3=15 ; d20+7=24 Monday October 28th, 2024 10:40:37 PM
Paige pulls up her hood, and wraps her long dark cloak about her person as she creeps along at Muuru’s shoulder (Stealth = 15). She tries to see past the lantern light in order to discern who (or what) is carrying it. (Perception = 24)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+10=22 ; d20+11=21 ; Tuesday October 29th, 2024 12:26:23 AM
Naithi keeps to the shadows, prepared to protect the group if necessary.
Naithi Stealth= 22 Perception= 21
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Tuesday October 29th, 2024 12:52:30 AM
[i]Fingers has his regular equipment except for his crossbow and magic Cloak. Spells in effect: Mage Armor
Spells prepared: 0th (4)- Read Magic (x99) Ray of Frost (x99) Detect Magic (x99) Message (x99)
1st (2+1) Floating Disk Comprehend Languages Silent Image
2nd (1+1) Detect Thoughts Knock
Other Mage Hand 3/day (SLA) Hand of the Apprentice 5/day Brooch: Any unprepared spell from spellbook (1/day)
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Tuesday October 29th, 2024 7:12:00 AM
As the various moving figures draw closer to one another, a few things happen all about the same time.
The person carrying the lantern is revealed to be a City Guard While most of the group is stealthy, Kwarsk stumbles over a loose cobblestone The thugs heard the sound, and without turning around, disappear into a nearby alley The drunk nobles continue on their way, waving happily to the guard
A quick look around reveals the thugs have left. There is no trace of them in the alley, it is possible that they have been scared off.
What would the heroes like to do?
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday October 29th, 2024 11:46:40 AM
Not feeling particularly heroic these days, Paige is starting to reconsider her decision to leave Magpie Crossing for adventures in the Big City.
She’ll regroup with the rest of the Patchers and see what the consensus is regarding the options presented: return to Skull Market in the Nightmare Quarter, see if Pulla’s Components in the Dragon Quarter is open, or calling on their friends at the Black Cathedral for a little guidance.
Of course, they could always check in with Captain Garrick at let him know infiltrating Pyramid Industries is a dead end - with the possibility that the group’s cover is busted.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 56/56 Tuesday October 29th, 2024 12:34:54 PM
Rhys stays hidden in his alcove until the guard has passed, and then just a bit longer to see if the two presumed thugs reappear. If all stays quiet he will rejoin the others and apologize for the false alarm. ”Sorry friends, I guess there is only so much watching and waiting I can handle. This whole infiltration exercise seems like a big waste of time. Here we all are together, none of us managing to infiltrate anywhere. Even worse, Paige may be right, may have simply helped get our cover blown.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Tuesday October 29th, 2024 2:44:53 PM
Kwarsk rejoins the others. "Sorry, I thought for sure that cobblestone wasn't loose! I say, let's continue going through the motions - let's get the rest of the items and see what happens on our return. So, Pulla's Components then?"
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Tuesday October 29th, 2024 3:15:16 PM
Zarsellet joins with his friends. "Those thugs are scared off, nobody hurt. Let's get the rest of the purchase done."
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Tuesday October 29th, 2024 5:08:32 PM
Lothlo nods at Kwarsk in agreement. We definitely need to get the rest of the items, otherwise we may not have jobs tomorrow and would be back to square one. Besides, not much we can do regarding those thugs at this point. We can't exactly chase them down and confront them because we thought they might be be about to commit a crime.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Tuesday October 29th, 2024 11:00:30 PM It's not a waste of time, Rhys! Sometimes it takes more than one work shift to break up a major evil crime conspiracy.
Granted, we are on overtime.... never mind. Let's go to Pulla's.
Fingers starts walking.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Wednesday October 30th, 2024 3:09:53 AM
Burton walks up to the rest of the Patchers. He agrees with Fingers; "We need to build trust within the organisation before we can really expect to find anything. They are hardly likely to throw open their doors on day one to complete strangers. Particularly if they are up to something suspicious. And don't forget even if they are doing something suspicious our target is the bit of scroll"
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Wednesday October 30th, 2024 7:16:56 AM
Consensus is reached, and the team redirects back to Dragon Quarter and looks for Puula's Components. You find the shop after a bit of looking around, and there is still a light on inside. A knock on the door confirms that they do have some late night hours as some ingredients are sensitive to daylight and must be mixed or prepared only by candlelight or lamp.
The clerk answering the door is an elven girl, who is likely much older than she looks. The woman lets you in and introduces herself as Aereth. Greetings late night visitors, how can we help you today?
You can see a few other workers in the next room, busy preparing reagents or potions.
The time is just past midnight
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+16=28 ; Wednesday October 30th, 2024 10:51:32 AM
Zarsellet steps up, holding the list. He checks to be sure the purchased items are checked off. "Well, we're purchasing some supplies, Pyramid Industries." He shows the work insignia. "Stocking shelves and such. Several are, harder to find than others. Could you check and see what you have available?"
OOC: Diplomacy 28
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=27 ; Wednesday October 30th, 2024 11:33:13 AM
Once again a disgruntled Rhys keeps some distance between himself and the rest of the group and takes up vigil outside of Puula’s (Perception 27)
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Wednesday October 30th, 2024 3:22:52 PM
Burton stands just to the side and slightly being Zar and watches events unfold.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Wednesday October 30th, 2024 5:54:07 PM
Lothlo assists Zarsellet with his diplomacy, showing the badges they were given to confirm they are who they say and making a purchase on behalf of Pyramid Industries.
Aid another= +2
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Wednesday October 30th, 2024 7:07:26 PM
Paige follows the group as they make their way to the shop in the Dragon Quarter. She goes inside the shop but hangs back - occupying herself with perusing the shelves.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+14=33 ; Wednesday October 30th, 2024 7:35:48 PM
Kwarsk also takes up vigil outside Puula's, on the opposite end of the outside wall from Rhys.
(OOC - Perception = 33)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+11=23 ; Wednesday October 30th, 2024 11:36:24 PM
Naithi continues with her guard duties, keeping an eye out for the frequent raven visitor and the thugs from the alley, in addition to looking for trouble in general.
Perception= 23
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Thursday October 31st, 2024 11:40:36 AM
Aereth looks over the list and nods her head. Yes, we should have what you need, but those are rarely purchased. I'll need a few minutes to find them. She spends a few minutes rummaging around in a stockroom before returning with a large glass vial and a pouch filled with some powder.
There, basilisk phlegm and powdered unicorn horn. That will be 50 gold for both. Will there be anything else?
For those keeping watch, the night seems uneventful and quiet, the City getting back to normal after being stalked by the boogeyman.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | d20+12=27 ; d20+12=19 ; Thursday October 31st, 2024 5:26:01 PM
Assuming Burton thinks the price is not massively over inflated he will start counting out the money. Is that everything on the list?
Craft (alchemy) +27 Appraise +19
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+7=24 ; Thursday October 31st, 2024 5:41:14 PM ”So, is that everything on the list?” Paige asks, peering over Zarselette’s shoulder and trying to read the list.
(Perception=24)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Thursday October 31st, 2024 6:01:46 PM
Lothlo notices that these aren't commonly requested items. Thank you for your help. You said that these items are rarely purchased, any idea what the items on this list could be used for?
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=27 ; d20+9=22 ; Thursday October 31st, 2024 7:20:02 PM
Rhys waits for the shoppers to exit Puula’s shop and then follows them at a distance. (Stealth 27, Perception 22)
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Thursday October 31st, 2024 8:15:15 PM
When Paige indicates that she wants to see the list Zarsellet hands it to her.
"Good question. Those are a bit strange. What would you make with either of them?"
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Friday November 1st, 2024 2:47:36 AM
Fingers stands quietly, arms folded, and watches. He's glad that he'll be going to bed soon.
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Friday November 1st, 2024 12:21:35 PM
Aereth ponders for a few moments. Well, they could be used for making a few things, like oil that can paralyze, or for various summoning rituals. Oh, and one obscure method of mummification. So will there be anything else?
The woman seems glad for the distraction but is ready to get back to work.
Looking over the list, all items have now been acquired. It is 2am.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Friday November 1st, 2024 1:09:32 PM
Zarsellet listens, curious about the answers but knowing that he hasn't studied any of that....
He nods and glances around to the others, then leaves. Time to go home and get some sleep?
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | d20+12=20 ; d20+12=23 ; Friday November 1st, 2024 2:31:57 PM
Burton thanks Aereth for the information and asks for any information she might have on the summoning rituals and the mummification.
Craft (alchemy) +20 Knowledge (arcana) +23
Once he has finished talking to Aereth he turns to the others to see if they are ready to return to the Patch. He makes a note to further investigate mummification and summoning rituals.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Friday November 1st, 2024 6:40:51 PM
Kwarsk nods at Burton's inquiry. "Aye, 'tis time."
He moves to his typical position at the head of the formation, turns his head slightly to confirm everyone is coming and says, "I wouldn't normally have us move in formation on this assignment, but it's the wee hours of the morning and I think we're more likely to get jumped by brigands than by our employer."
Once everyone gathers in formation, Kwarsk leads the way back to the Patch.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Friday November 1st, 2024 11:46:40 PM
Fingers joins Kwarsk at the head of the marching order. What time do we need to be back at work? I am going to be hard to waken.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+7=15 ; Saturday November 2nd, 2024 7:46:07 PM
Paige takes up her standard position at the back of the pack. Whilst making their way through the streets, she keeps an eye open (Perception=15) and tries not to yawn.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Sunday November 3rd, 2024 12:57:42 AM
Naithi continues to stand guard and look out for trouble
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=19 ; d20+9=24 ; Sunday November 3rd, 2024 8:39:58 AM
Rhys follows along at a discrete distance, keeping to the shadows and studying his surroundings, alert for trouble. (stealth 19, perception 24)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Monday November 4th, 2024 5:45:59 PM
Lothlo agrees it would be best to go home and get some sleep. The supplies they picked up will also be safer if they return home for the remainder of the night.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Monday November 4th, 2024 9:52:02 PM
Paige keeps walking. She makes the awkward face of a person trying to stifle a yawn without covering her face. Hopefully the group will be able to make it safely to their lair and get some sleep - even if it is a short rest - before they have to show up at Pyramid Industries.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Monday November 4th, 2024 10:25:51 PM
Kwarsk ponders how their employers will react to the group having obtained all the ingredients on the list - happy, angry, attack the Patchers on sight... possibilities...
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Monday November 4th, 2024 10:26:24 PM
When they get home Fingers makes sure to open his window shades so he's awoken by the dawn's early light.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Tuesday November 5th, 2024 12:14:09 AM
Getting back home Zarsellet considers tomorrow. Would it be work as usual? He chuckles at the thought since they'd only been on the job a couple days. What was usual?
He sets out clothing and adds some of his equipment that he hadn't been wearing. No weapons, but he does add his magical headgear. He'd just have to accept being better looking....
Working for a Living- DM BrianZ Tuesday November 5th, 2024 6:42:31 AM
Burton inquires about the possible uses of the ingredients, but Aereth offers nothing more than what has already been shared.
The trip back to the Patch is uneventful, the streets mostly empty except for the occasional guard walking on patrol.
You were not given a specific time to return, but arriving between 6 and 8 am would seem prudent. Such timeframe provides a few hours to rest, eat and travel back to the shop.
The heroes will need to decide which equipment they would like to carry with them.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Tuesday November 5th, 2024 2:12:45 PM
Burton will grab what sleep he can before putting his townsman clothes on followed by his PI overall. He leaves most of his magical equipment at home less for his ring & amulet. He grabs a quick bite to eat for breakfast, places his hat on and heads off to work with the others when they are ready. It would be a shame for him to get mugged with the magical supplies and the remaining gold after all their hard work.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Tuesday November 5th, 2024 3:20:45 PM
Zarsellet struggles awake, worried about oversleeping but notices the position of the sun. He could nap a little longer.... but realizes that he shouldn't. He dresses and grabs some breakfast, extra strong coffee with extra sugar to counter the harsh flavor.
He checks his reflection in a mirror. The plain, dirty blond hair makes him cringe, but everything else is OK. He flops the hat over his circlet and headband and all is ready. He whistles happily as he heads to work.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Tuesday November 5th, 2024 4:00:13 PM
Kwarsk gets in a 'power nap' - better than nothing!
Then he ensures his 'disguise' is as it was when they were last at Pyramid - scuffed non-magical chain shirt, non-magical heavy shield, masterwork cold iron dwarven waraxe, and a different hair/beard style.
When it's time to go, he's the first one at the door, waiting semi-impatiently for the rest of the Patchers so they can arrange their spread-out-but-know-where-the-others-are travel to Pyramid.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Tuesday November 5th, 2024 9:23:10 PM
After returning to the safety of the Patch, Lothlo lays out the same equipment for tomorrow as he brought the day before then proceeds to get some well deserved sleep after a long night.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+1=21 ; Tuesday November 5th, 2024 9:50:06 PM
Rhys grabs 40 winks back at the Patch. When it is time to head back to the workplace he reapplies his disguise and heads back with the group. (Disguise 21; nat 20)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday November 5th, 2024 10:08:28 PM
Paige gets what sleep she can, and presents herself at the Pyramid Industries employee entrance with the rest of the gang in timely fashion. The cleric is dressed the same as previously.
Muuru "Fingers" Murgirun (Shawn) | AC:13(17), T:12 FF: 11(15) | HP 47/47 | CMB:6 CMD:18 | Fort:4 Ref:6 Will:6 Tuesday November 5th, 2024 11:06:50 PM
Fingers is dressed in his disguise clothes, and a sort-of-fresh application of makeup. He wears his belt pouch which contains his spell components, potion of invisibility, two smokesticks, two sunrods, and two empty vials.
He conceals his amulet under his shirt. He leaves his wand, cloak, and crossbow & quiver at home, but brings his blackjack. (If the boss wants him to stow it away during his shift, he'll do so.) He does not cast Mage Armor.
He wants to bring his thieve's tools, but only if they can be concealed. He tries to hide them inside his waistband area, then ask the group if they can see them. (Sleight of Hand: Take 20 = 26). If it's still too obvious, he'll just leave them home.
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