A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ Monday November 11th, 2024 6:23:44 AM
As you go about your routines, with a small crackle of energy, a man you have not met before storms into the office at the Alchemy Shop. Thaddeus, the manager of the site and Kreth, the gruff, scarred orc in charge of security are already in there, along with Sophie, the elderly alchemist who runs the Shop. She is busy measuring the amounts of ingredients which were dropped off and placing them in clearly marked containers.
Shortly after entering the office, there is some shouting. Those who are close enough can see that Kreth is having an argument with the newcomer, a middle-aged human male with black, greasy hair and a bit of a whiff about him. The human is clearly on edge, nervous, jittery, and upset.Kreth is yelling at him, and you can overhear the following: You cost us too much gold, Cosmo, and you give nothing back!
Kreth shakes his fist in frustration, and the man flinches and definitely thinks he is about to be attacked, though it is clear to the heroes that Kresk is just venting. The man, Cosmo, reaches into a pocket and takes out a small figurine. He tosses it on the floor in front of Kresk. It turns into an eight legged lizard, 12 feet long!!
Know Arcana check DC15: Highlight to display spoiler: {This is a basilisk! Its gaze can turn you to stone!}
Know Arcana check DC20: Highlight to display spoiler: {You think what Cosmo did looks a lot like a Shrink Item spell, but the shrunken “object” is a living basilisk! How is that possible?!}
We are in combat rounds! Everyone is within 60 feet of the office. Map will be sent tomorrow.
IC: Burton is busy in the back room of the Alchemy Shop and doesn't see any of the newcomers actions.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+8=27 ; Monday November 11th, 2024 12:42:42 PM
OOC: Knowledge-Arcana 27
Zarsellet gasps as he realizes what the lizard is. A basilisk? He doesn't know how it was done but who would be so crazy as to bring such a dangerous creature here? "Careful! That lizard is a basilisk. It can turn you to stone with a glance." He looks around for his team to see what they can, or should do.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+3=20 ; Monday November 11th, 2024 5:18:44 PM
Lothlo looks around for either a bow he can grab, or an alchemy component he can hurl that will irritate the eyes enough that the basilisk has to keep his eyes closed. If he can try to blind the creature this round, he will do so.
Knowledge = 20
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20+4=10 ; Monday November 11th, 2024 7:39:34 PM
Paige stares dumbfounded (Knowledge Arcana =10), but only for a moment. Hazarding a guess that a summoned creature must be magical, she draws her cold iron light mace and heads for the fracas.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Monday November 11th, 2024 9:50:25 PM
Kwarsk, hearing the commotion, looks around his guard post to see if the Shop is close enough he wouldn't be accused of leaving his post, and then acts accordingly.
(OOC - IF moving from his post to the Shop would be dereliction of duty (commotion *way* too far away) THEN he remains at his post, observing and listening; or IF moving from his post to the Shop is within his duties (commotion arguably within range of his post/definition of his duties) THEN he runs to the commotion, already wearing his shield, and drawing his cold iron waraxe as he goes!)
He runs towards the doorway, slowing when he realizes that he needs a plan. He looks around to see if there's anything that could be used to cover the beast's head: a tarpaulin, an open crate, etc.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+14=34 ; d20+14=26 ; d10+7=16 ; d10+7=17 ; d100=98 ; d100=88 ; Monday November 11th, 2024 10:38:37 PM
Rhys knows nothing of basilisks but thanks to the warning from Zarsellett he now knows a little bit more. Dereliction of duty or not, he frees his curved blade from his back, closes his eyes tightly and advances towards the beast. If he can reach the creature this round he will swing at it with his sword. (hit AC 34 confirm vs AC26 for 16 +17 hp however failed 50% miss chance, Rhys has blindfight feat so he can make the miss chance roll a second time x another fail)
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+18=37 ; d20+18=29 ; d20+7=15 ; d20+8=15 ; Tuesday November 12th, 2024 1:00:20 AM
Naithi sees the basilisk and charges forward to grapple the basilisk. She grabs it's head and tries to tie a bag or cloth over it's eyes.
Grapple check= 340 (+2 charging and +2 flanking if applicable) Hero point for extra action to tie up basilisk= 32 (34 if flanking) Naithi wants to tie a bag on it's head and over it's eyes. This is the best rolling option I could come up with. Note that to tie up a grappled (not pinned) opponent has a -10 penalty.
ooc: I used Camalayaas grapple check instead of Naithi's on accident and and had to add +1 to the rolls. +2 added to attacks for Maab's gift.
Naithi Fort check =15 Camalayaas fort check= 15
Naithi and Camalayaas will actively try to avoid eye contact with the creature
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Tuesday November 12th, 2024 1:01:39 AM
ooc: grapple check = 40, not 340, without charge and flanking. 44 with both added.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Tuesday November 12th, 2024 1:10:23 AM
ooc2: sorry, I was looking at my cmd, not cmb. Grapple check = 30 before flanking and charging.
Tie up = 22. Please let me change this to pinning the the basilisk instead so there is no 10 point penalty on the roll.
A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ d20+10=22 ; d8+4=7 ; d100=3 ; d20+10=21 ; d8+4=8 ; d100=37 ; Tuesday November 12th, 2024 6:13:12 AM
Cosmo jumps behind the counter, as Sophie, who is already there, ducks down. Kresk and Thaddeus run out of the office, trying to avoid being bitten by the creature.
-Burton was busy in the shop, but does hear the commotion -Zarsellet is able to identify the creature, and lets everyone know how dangerous it can be -Lothlo looks around, but throwing random alchemy items around in the shop might not be a good idea. He has whatever gear he brought along from the Patch -Paige draws a weapon and moves in closer. -Kwarsk, seeing the commotion, draws an axe and moves closer -Fingers moves closer and looks around for a tarp or blanket. The closest ones are by the stables -Rhys moves up to the creature and takes a powerful swipe at it. The solid blow barely misses. -Naithi, with help from Camalayas, rushes in and grapples with the beast! As they move in, the basilisk bites at Naithi, hitting her for 7 damage. Naithi is unsuccessful grappling with the basilisk while averting her eyes(rolled 3 on concealment miss chance). If you still want to use the hero point, you may retrieve the cloth you intend to use to cover its' eyes from your pack
The basilisk, annoyed at the commotion in front of it, bites at a nearby target, hitting Naithi again for 8 damage. Naithi avoids needing to save vs the gaze this round(rolled 37, averting eyes leaves a 50% chance of needing a save)
From behind the counter you can hear Cosmo yell: NO! DON’T HURT PEGGY! SHE’S SPECIAL!!
For those moving close, completely closing your eyes avoids the gaze attack fortitude save but there is a 50% miss chance on your attack. Averting your eyes leaves a 50% chance of needing a save and 20% chance of missing your attack(concealment)
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 12th, 2024 1:59:01 PM
Fingers runs 30' to the stables, grabs the nearest blanket, and (if grabbing the blanket takes no time) runs 30' back to the spot he started in.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Tuesday November 12th, 2024 7:12:43 PM
Lothlo ,not seeing any weapons, grabs a pile of decent sized stone pieces from his stone working area, then runs to Camalayaas and borrows a sling from Naithi. Their time shopping yesterday should explain why he knows the slings are their
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Tuesday November 12th, 2024 8:18:23 PM
Zarsellet crouches down even closer to the floor than he normally is, and casts a spell in the area where he knows the lizard is....
OOC: Casting Glitterdust on the basilisk. Will save DC16 or it is blind. ??
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d20+6=19 ; Tuesday November 12th, 2024 9:38:37 PM If you don't want us to kill that thing, you better explain fast! Naithi tells at the man
Realizing how dangerous the creatures eyes are, Naithi takes a step back and throws a bag of flour at its eyes.
Ranged atk. Hit AC 21. (+2 added for Maab's gift)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday November 12th, 2024 10:05:39 PM
Learning from those who have identified the creature that it is a basilisk Paige moves up behind Rhys (M,26) and stands with her back to his - looking out towards the courtyard - in case the creature is a distraction. The cleric does call to her god for a blessing on her mates. (Should hit Rhys, Kwarsk, Muuru, and Naithi - and possibly NPC’s - if they are allies.)
Range 50 ft. Area The caster and all allies within a 50-ft. burst, centered on the caster Duration 1 min./level - so, 6 minutes Saving Throw none; Spell Resistance yes (harmless) Bless fills your allies with courage. Each ally gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Tuesday November 12th, 2024 10:36:48 PM
Kwarsk double-moves (from N28 to L23) to ensure the creature can't get outside without fighting. He has a tense look on his face as he considers various combat tactics.
(OOC - Kwarsk is *not* peeking around the corner.)
A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ d20+5=25 ; d20+10=17 ; Wednesday November 13th, 2024 6:42:05 AM
-Fingers retrieves a large blanket from the stables -Lothlo scoops up some stones and retrieves a sling from Camalayaas -Zarsellet casts glitterdust at the basilisk, which it seems to resist(25), Sophie and Cosmo are still behind the counter and unaffected -Naithi asks for an explanation and tosses flour at the creature. The could of dust will hamper vision for this round -Paige moves in and casts bless. She can tell the spell will affect everyone in the area this time -Kwarsk moves closer and readies to block the doorway
The basilisk moves in the only direction it can go, into the doorway. It stops when it finds something in front of it, and takes a bite, but misses Rhys.
The man continues yelling. Dont hurt Peggy! I shouldn't have left her out. Just subdue her!
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Wednesday November 13th, 2024 8:49:11 AM
Zarsellet moves closer to the door of the office. He isn't sure whether the lizard is blinded or not but knows the spell only lasts a short while. The creature still needs to be contained. Without any weapons he does what he can to assist any others that might be trying to stop it, he sings encouragement....
OOC: Inspire Courage: +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear. +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. Round 1 of 18.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+17=26 ; d20+12=32 ; d20+12=20 ; d10+9=12 ; d10+9=12 ; d10+9=19 ; d100=10 ; d100=57 ; d100=2 ; Wednesday November 13th, 2024 12:40:13 PM ”You got mere seconds to get control of this thing before I slice and dice!” Rhys calls out to Cosmo keeping his eyes firmly closed. If the creature does not retreat or is not subdued by his colleagues the elf will unleash his blade. (Readied Action Hit AC 26 and 32(20 to confirm critical ) for 12HP plus 12HP plus 19 if Crit confirmed; succeeded on both miss chances)
active. Bless, Inspire Courage,blindfight
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Wednesday November 13th, 2024 1:02:57 PM
Burton keeps out of sight behind the assorted desks and shelves away from the creature. He knows the spells he has known aren't of the subduing variety.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) d20+10=12 ; d4+1=5 ; Wednesday November 13th, 2024 6:20:41 PM
Lothlo will do his best to only pacify the creature. He loads a stone in the sling and sends it flying toward the basilisk.
Attack = 12 Damage = 5
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+11=31 ; d20+11=25 ; d8+3=6 ; d8+3=10 ; d100=22 Wednesday November 13th, 2024 8:58:20 PM
Kwarsk averts his eyes and steps five feet to get a clear shot at Peggy. He hears the man's call and, still wielding shield and axe, kicks at Peggy with Stunning force in her underbelly, finding her solar plexus and making her eyes close from the pain!
(OOC - 1) A Monk may use any extremity to do unarmed damage. 2) The feat "Stunning Fist" does not actually require that one use a fist. 3) Attack - d20 + 8 +1 (Bless) +2 (Inspire Courage) = 31 (Natural 20!), roll to Confirm Crit = 25, I presume Crit was confirmed, so double damage = 2d8 + 6 = 6 + 10 = 16 Subdual Damage, and see 4) next. 4) Peggy needs to roll a Fort Save, DC 16, or be stunned for 1 round, etc. as detailed below in italics. 5) 3 of 4 uses of Stunning Fist remaining today.
Stunning Fist forces a foe damaged by your unarmed attack to make a Fortitude saving throw (DC 10 + 1/2 your character level + your Wis modifier), in addition to dealing damage normally. A defender who fails this saving throw is stunned for 1 round (until just before your next turn). A stunned character drops everything held, can't take actions, loses any Dexterity bonus to AC, and takes a –2 penalty to AC. You may attempt a stunning attack once per day for every four levels you have attained (but see Special), and no more than once per round. Constructs, oozes, plants, undead, incorporeal creatures, and creatures immune to critical hits cannot be stunned.
Edit - forgot Concealment roll; DM BrianZ has been treating a low roll (01-20) as failure, and Kwarsk rolls 22, solidly connecting!)
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 November 13th, 2024 11:52:01 PM
Fingers double-moves to behind Kwarks and Rhys, holding up the blanket so as to block his vision ahead until he's ready.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Thursday November 14th, 2024 12:24:48 AM
Adding up the information she has learned about the creature from her companions, Paige pulls a 10 GP mirror from her pack. ”I have no idea if this will work…” she mumbles as she worms her way between Muuru’s front and Rhys’ back. Keeping her eyes cast down, she raises the hand holding the mirror high overhead (her cold iron weapon is in her other hand) and waves it back and forth, hoping to catch the basilisk’s attention. ”It might see it’s reflection, and think it a foe - possibly harming itself with it’s stare in the process?!” she muses optimistically.
* using a Hero point to ‘attempt something unusual/impossible?’
Inspire Courage from Zarsellet +2 Bless - 6 minutes - each ally gains a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 d6=5 ; d6=2 ; Thursday November 14th, 2024 1:57:40 AM
Naithi decides the man has had enough chance to explain the snake and his actions.
Naithi casts flaming sphere at the basilisk's eyes and keeps it there to blind it. With luck it will also catch the flour on the snake's body on fire.
2d6 flaming damage= 7dmg.
A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ d20+9=22 ; Thursday November 14th, 2024 7:21:23 AM
-Zarsellet knows his spell did not work this time. He begins a song to inspire the team -Rhys is tired of waiting for Cosmo and hits the basilisk, hard -Burton avoids the creature's gaze entirely by staying behind some cover -Lothlo slings a stone at the creature, but misses -Kwarsk kicks the basilisk in a sensitive spot. Peggy shakes off the stunning effect, but falls unconscious due to the staggering blow -Fingers moves into position with a blanket, ready to act -Paige attempts to trick the creature, but it is already unconscious(save the hero point) -Naithi is aware the creature is down(you may save the spell or try to finish it off, please indicate in next post)
Cosmo jumps out from behind the counter and tries to put himself between you and Peggy. What are you doing, I said subdue, not destroy!
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+8=19 ; Thursday November 14th, 2024 9:35:56 AM ”Don’t know who you are, but I don’t care! If you’re reckless enough to let that thing loose and endanger all of us you have some answering to do. And I mean now!” Rhys’ curved elven blade dances dangerously close to Cosmo’s throat. (Intimidate 19)
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Thursday November 14th, 2024 10:20:19 AM
Staying low to not catch the gaze of the basilisk Zarsellet doesn't know how melee is going. He continues the bard song to assist the team then calls out. "What's the status of the creature? I could try glitterdust again but I don't want to blind anyone else. If it's subdued can the eyes be covered?"
OOC: Inspire Courage: +2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear. +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls. Round 2 of 18.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Thursday November 14th, 2024 11:01:06 AM
ooc: Naithi will not finish it off. If possible, can she use that round to bind the creature?
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 Thursday November 14th, 2024 2:19:49 PM You risk turning our people into statuary? And then complain we're using excessive force? Really?
Fngers drops the horse blanket over the man's head, then manhandles him into the room.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Thursday November 14th, 2024 5:25:09 PM
Burton carefully peers round the corner to check on what is happening.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Thursday November 14th, 2024 5:27:42 PM
Lothlo sees that the threat has passed and returns his sling to Naithi and prepares to return to his station. He figures maintaining his cover is top priority right now and tries to maintain the guise of a dutiful employee, as much as he'd like to yell at the person that released the basilisk in a public space.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Thursday November 14th, 2024 9:08:08 PM
Kwarsk sighs with relief, and then seeing Fingers 'blanket' Cosmo, says, "Um, I think that blanket would be better on the beast's head."
Kwarsk returns to his guard post and keeps a (distant) eye on the situation.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Thursday November 14th, 2024 10:48:59 PM
Paige pockets her mirror, and stows her weapon. The cleric takes a few steps back into the courtyard in order to give those clustered in and around the doorway some breathing space.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Friday November 15th, 2024 1:51:47 AM
Naithi continues binding the unconscious basilisk.
A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ Friday November 15th, 2024 7:22:08 AM
-Rhys tries to intimidate Cosmo. The man stutters out a reply It was snt ma mam my fault! He seems jittery and nervous -Zarsellet can confirm that the creature is currently unconscious, and badly injured -Naithi binds the creature, when it wakes up, it will be unable to move -Burton looks in, to see the situation is resolved, but perhaps another is brewing -Lothlo cleans up after the fight -Kwarsk thinks covering the basilisk would be a good idea -Paige stows gear away, and gives a little room in the cramped office -Fingers....moves to drop the blanket over Cosmo's head(he is already in the room behind the counter)
OOC- Cosmo will consider this a hostile action. He waits to see what your next action is before responding
CDM Jerry [OOC post] Friday November 15th, 2024 9:16:10 AM
Woldians, you have email and a decision to make. :)
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+8=14 ; Friday November 15th, 2024 10:13:05 AM ”There’s two ways this can go Cosmo…One, you tell us how to get that thing back to wherever you called it from and then tell us exactly what is going on here, or…Two I go out there and carve the eyeballs out of your pet’s scaly head before I turn you both over to the authorities. Either way your time here is done. Make your choice!”. Rhys waits for Cosmo’s reply but only for a heartbeat before turning and walking back towards the Basilisk. (Intimidate 14)
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Friday November 15th, 2024 11:09:40 AM
Zarsellet stops maintaining his bardic performance and listens to Rhys. He wonders if being nice might have worked better....
He still keeps his head down, not wanting to be petrified if bad things happen.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Friday November 15th, 2024 11:41:30 AM
Burton on seeing that everything seems to be calming down (and not knowing the other Patchers that well) returns to his work in the alchemy shop; "I believe there are useful parts in a Basilisk." He says to the world in general in a low voice.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Friday November 15th, 2024 5:36:20 PM
Kwarsk, at his guard post, continues to keep a (distant) eye on the situation.
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 15th, 2024 11:59:54 PM
Fingers stands nearby, arms folded, still in his role as "the muscle", but his anger is genuine.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 d20=16 ; Monday November 18th, 2024 12:55:27 AM
Paige studies the one called Cosmo. (Sense Motive = 16+8=24)
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Monday November 18th, 2024 12:57:18 AM
Lothlo goes back to work with the stone work, trying to keep his cover. There are several things he would like to say to the irresponsible man, however this is the only lead they currently have and he doesn't want to risk losing his position in the company.
A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ Monday November 18th, 2024 6:30:05 AM
Kresk re-enters the office. Seeing the tension, he tries to refocus the conversation. Allright, that's enough. We're all on the same team after all. Cosmo, put yer beastie away before I hit you for real.
Cosmo stutters while still looking at Rhys. I -- I'll fix it! Fix it! We -- We're on the same team! You can't!
Rhys thinks Cosmo may be intimidated Paige senses genuine unease from the man
Unless someone moves to stop him, Cosmo goes to Peggy and seems to start some kind of ritual. kn arcana DC20:Highlight to display spoiler: { It is a monstrologer ritual}
Kresk then motions for all of you to meet with him outside.
OOC- the basilisk is still unconscious and head is covered by the blanket
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 d20+8=16 ; Monday November 18th, 2024 10:45:53 AM
OOC: Know-Arcana 16
Zarsellet watches the ritual for a little bit and realizes that he knows nothing about it.
He moves outside with the group.
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 Monday November 18th, 2024 12:30:54 PM
Rhys sheathes his weapon and watches until the basilisk is dealt with. he keeps a close eye on Cosmo throughout. When it is done he follows the fellow outside to meet with Kresk.
IC: Burton hangs back as long as he can watching the ritual. He makes a mental note to approach Cosmo and ask him about the ritual. He then reluctantly goes outside.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Monday November 18th, 2024 6:50:09 PM
Lothlo keeps an ear out, listening to what is going on outside in case it sounds like further action is needed, in which case he will grab the sling again and help out
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. d20+14=24 ; Monday November 18th, 2024 9:09:29 PM
Kwarsk maintains his guard post, but will walk to Cosmo if beckoned/called.
(OOC - Perception = 24)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Monday November 18th, 2024 11:02:10 PM
From her position outside the building, keeping a guard’s watch in the courtyard, Paige wonders what’s going on inside the building. There’s a bottleneck in the doorway where the basilisk lay under a blanket.
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 18th, 2024 11:10:28 PM
Knowledge (Arcana): Take 10 = 21. Fingers remembers a word...."[[spoiler:monstrology]]"? I guess Cosmo's speciality is beasts like this.
Fingers meets Kresk outside with the others.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Tuesday November 19th, 2024 12:23:18 AM
Naithi follows the others out. As a guard her job is to follow orders.
A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ Tuesday November 19th, 2024 7:08:41 AM
Burton recognizes the magical ritual, but without training as a monstrologer, can only guess as to its' specific purpose. (Fingers take 10 can't be used this time due to needing an entire minute to observe in that manner.)
The purpose is soon clear. As you watch, Peggy shrinks down to the size of a small figurine. Cosmo then scoops the figurine up and stuffs it into his pocket. He wanders off into the warehouse stuttering, and mumbling something about 'getting her all fixed up'.
Kreth, motions for everyone to join him, if they haven't already. That was some good work yous did there. Even managed not to kill Cosmo's beast. Thank the gods, I never woulda heard the end of it. Look, I need to get him back to the compound outside the City before he causes any more trouble. You all seem pretty capable, what do you say? I can probably scrounge up some hazard pay for the trouble.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Tuesday November 19th, 2024 9:50:37 AM
Zarsellet hangs back to let the others answer. He's definitely interested. What compound outside of the city? But they might want to stop by the Patch and get all of their regular equipment before going.
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Tuesday November 19th, 2024 12:16:09 PM ”Cosmo? Escort Cosmo?” Paige assumes Kresk means Peggy’s ‘handler’ - the middle aged human with greasy black hair - and not the basilisk - since the creature was a female. The cleric wonders who this ‘Cosmo’ really is, and what role he plays within the organization.
”Got a map?” she asks the half orc head of security. Paige is fairly confident the group will accept the mission.
(OOC: confused about Kreth and Kresk. Per 11Nov post ‘Kreth is a gruff, scarred orc in charge of security’. Is there just one individual (and name confusion) or is Kresk someone else?)
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Tuesday November 19th, 2024 1:04:09 PM
Kwarsk walks over, and listens to Kresk/(gruff half-orc).
At Kresk's offer, Kwarsk nods affirmatively and looks around at the others.
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Tuesday November 19th, 2024 5:54:02 PM
Burton hangs back on the edge of the group listening to what Kresk to say. When he has finished he watches to see how the others react.
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Tuesday November 19th, 2024 6:03:43 PM
Lothlo returns when called over. Sure thing, happy to help out.
The sharpshooter will check if one of his guard companions can grab him a proper bow and arrows before they head out. If not, Lothlo will take a handful of stones and one of Naithi's slings before he leaves, and if he has the time will spend a few minutes to shape a few stones into proper sling bullets.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Tuesday November 19th, 2024 6:55:38 PM
Naithi approaches the man in charge on security, her stride purposeful and her expression determined. Her voice steady and clear, My companions and I will take on the escort mission. We are prepared to face any dangers that may arise...We understand the risks, Captain. But we are skilled fighters, and we know how to handle ourselves in a tight spot. Besides, she adds with a wry smile, where's the glory in a mission without a little hazard(pay)?
Naithi's eyes narrow at the mention of unnatural creatures. An idea strikes her, and she leans in closer, lowering her voice to a conspiratorial whisper. Speaking of which, what is this Cosmo's position in the company? If we anticipate another such outburst, would the company frown upon preemptively casting calm emotions on him before Peggy comes back out?
A Curious Scene - DM BrianZ Tuesday November 19th, 2024 7:08:41 PM
OOC- I apologize for the typo and any confusion, the orc's name is Kreth
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+1=15 Tuesday November 19th, 2024 9:44:54 PM
Rhys nods his head in agreement with the others and waits for directions to this compound. He watches and listens to Kreth carefully, looking for any signs that they are being set up, after all this has been a very strange turn of events and the elf is not the trusting sort. (Sense Motive 16)
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 19th, 2024 10:49:45 PM
Fingers shrugs. Sure, ma'am; I'll go along with guards. He pulls out his blackjack and rests it on his shoulder. Maybe I can even help the "skilled fighters".
A Job Offer - DM BrianZ Wednesday November 20th, 2024 7:20:56 AM
Rhys observes Kreth closely, who seems to be pleased by your agreement, maybe even relieved. You get the impression he would have had to do the escort duty himself otherwise.
Don't worry about Cosmo, I'm sure he'll behave for you, otherwise he'll answer to me later. I ruffle his feathers, he'll be much better once you get outside the City. As for the map, there is none. We don't like to have stuff like that layin around where umm, certain people might get ahold of it. Cosmo knows the way. You have a couple hours to get ready. Go get a bite to eat and meet back here around...midday. Oh and stop and see Sophie on the way out, she'll have sumthin for yous.
OOC- you each receive one potion of choice(up to 3rd level spell) caster level 5. These will need to be potions available in the Wold, from the PHB. Please note your choice in the next post and add to your sheet.
Zarsellet Fahring (Randy) AC 16, CMD 14, HP 35/43 | Fort: +5, Ref: +8, Will: +5 | Perception +8 Wednesday November 20th, 2024 11:32:40 AM
Zarsellet accepts the direction, checking with Sophie before leaving. He heads back to the Patch and gathers up his regular equipment, getting a bite to eat and heading back to work around midday.
OOC: Get a potion of See Invisibility?
Lothlo (WillD) -- AC: 20/15/16, HP: 27/51, CMD: 21 (Bless, Inspire Courage) Wednesday November 20th, 2024 6:14:50 PM
Since they have a couple of hours, Lothlo will go back and retrieve his bow before they leave, as well as grab some kraken on a stick for lunch.
ooc: Potion of flying
Rhys (Bob W) AC 22/26 vs AoO; CMD 23/25 vs Disarm or Sunder; HP 44/44 d20+9=15 ; Wednesday November 20th, 2024 7:05:37 PM
Rhys heads back to the Patch via a roundabout route through the Outcast Quarter, stopping every now and then to see if he is being followed (Perception 15). He stops by Lemmy’s, the beastfolk cafe for a bite to eat and some fine red ale. The courtyard provides a quiet and relaxing environment where the elf can forget about his worries for the moment. By mid-day he returns to the compound to meet up with the rest of the crew to receive their final instructions for delivering Cosmo and collects a potion of Cat’s Grace from Sophie.
Rhys has hall of his regular adventuring equipment with him. ”So just how far is this place? Do we need rations and bedrolls or is this just a day trip?” he asks.
Kwarsk (Wayne) AC 30/T 18/FF 23, HP 62/62, CMD 22/26 vs. Bull Rush & Trip, Ki 5/5. Wednesday November 20th, 2024 8:13:30 PM
Kwarsk nods, and heads to Sophie, where he selects a potion.* He heads for a pub that has at least a Dwarven dish or two and enjoys his lunch there, reflecting that since he became a Patcher he has not often been alone.
Once done, he pays and tips well and then makes his way back to The Philosopher's Alliance, and the waiting Cosmo.
(*OOC - Potion of Flying)
Paige Potter (Carla) AC 19, HP 45/45 CMD 13 Wednesday November 20th, 2024 9:11:46 PM
Paige hangs around the compound and watches Cosmo for a bit, trying to get a sense of the fellow. detect evil. When she’s taken the measure of the man, she strikes out for Nightmare Quarter and home.
It’s a long shot, but she cruises by the Crypt, and if the gambling establishment is open, she says ‘Hi!’ to Zolbur, before helping herself to some of the free food. Later, at the Patch she adds some of the bandages she and the small, quiet, orphan named Allum made, to her healers kit. Satisfied that all is as it should be, she returns to her new place of employment, and checks in with Sophie.
”I’ll have what he’s having!” she says to the alchemist, pointing at Kwarsk.
(OOC: one potion of flying, please!)
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 November 20th, 2024 10:40:09 PM
Fingers chooses a Potion of Cure Moderate Wounds. Sooner or later, Paige won't be close enough to heal him. (Or may need to be brought back to consciousness herself).
Then Fingers rushes back to the Patch. He want to bring his adventuring gear, like everyone else seems to be doing, but he's still supposed to be in character as just some guy. He can explain why he has a crossbow, but probably not his scrolls and wand -- so he takes the time to conceal them in his quiver along with the crossbow bolts.
Thus outfitted, he stops at the local eatery for a quick lunch of loaves and fishes, then returns to the Philosopher's Alliance.
Naithi (JamesD) AC: reduced to (19/13/17) HP: 55/46, CMD: 19 | Camalayaas AC: 22/14/18, CMD: 18 Thursday November 21st, 2024 12:48:26 AM
Naithi agrees and prepares for the trip.
ooc: If oils are included, Naithi would like Ghost Weapon. Otherwise, potion of displacement
Burton Fleming (Alex) AC:13 T:12 FF:11; HP: 39/39 Fort: 5 Ref: 5 Will: 8 Alchemy, Arcana & Spellcraft +12 | Thursday November 21st, 2024 2:26:24 AM
Burton hangs back to see if he can have a talk with Cosmo about the ritual he watched him perform. He checks to see with Kreth if he is to go with the others as a simple alchemist laborer before eating the roll and cheese he had prepared for his lunch earlier.
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