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Jan 10, 2022 4:35 pm

You all walk into the Wavecrest Tavern and you are greeted by a large, built man with a mug in his hand that he is drying off.

"Ah, you look worn out from a stressful sea voyage. Welcome to Stormreach. Here, sit at this table.

What can I get you all?"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 10, 2022 7:49 pm

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Ghillie nodded to the bartender and sat.

"Something local," he requested, "heavy on the florals."

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Jan 11, 2022 12:46 am

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As you all are ordering things, in walks a burly dwarf.

OOC:

Len, go ahead and introduce yourself.

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 11, 2022 5:39 am

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Gunnar strides into the establishment, his broad shoulders brushing against both sides of the door frame timbers. He is a big dwarf with hardly any neck, great brawny shoulders, and wild blonde hair. He has a great big bear skin draped over his shoulders, and the mouth of the bear forms a sort of hood, the teeth making something of an upside-down crown. In stark contrast, he wears glasses, the new kind, mounted in thin wire. He also has two prominent tattoos: an axe and lightning, crossed over a shattered gatehouse, on the back of his fist; and five blue stars on his knuckles. Those in the know might recognize these as military insignias of the Mror Howlers, a Dwarven mercenary unit from the Last War.

He scans the new arrivals, trying to decide if they're trouble. Once he's satisfied, he strides to the bar. Whatever his observations were, he doesn't share them.

He turns to the barkeep and starts up a conversation. "I thought you don't rent rooms, Sigmund. This place is getting crowded. At least tell me you got some more of that mushroom beer? I'll take it in my tankard. Many thanks."

He keeps an eye on these newcomers.

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Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 11, 2022 6:29 am

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"Mushroom beer?" Ghillie chimed in with interest. "I'd try some of that, barkeep Sigmund. It must be good if friend dwarf here enjoys it."

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 11, 2022 6:54 am

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Are you a Mror Howler? I have heard tales about you guys. Where did you serve? Kevin turns to face the dwarf, letting him see the brand on his leather armour, identifying Kevin as an engineer.

OOC:

looking through my notes. Where did Kevin serve? :D

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Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 11, 2022 1:22 pm

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Alin orders red wine "Something local if you have it" and cringes at the talk of mushroom beer. He watches the crowd and keep his eye on the reaction of others to the dwarf entering the room.

Rolls

Perception (E+5) - (1d20+5)

(12) + 5 = 17

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 11, 2022 6:26 pm

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annex says:

"Mushroom beer?" Ghillie chimed in with interest. "I'd try some of that, barkeep Sigmund. It must be good if friend dwarf here enjoys it."

"I'd advise caution there. You have the beard of a dwarf, but do you have the stomach? Then again, looking at your garb, I'd wager you've had your share of mushrooms."

runekyndig says:

Are you a Mror Howler? I have heard tales about you guys. Where did you serve? Kevin turns to face the dwarf, letting him see the brand on his leather armour, identifying Kevin as an engineer.

"I really couldn't tell ya. That's the beauty of the mushroom beer, I don't really recall the details. Us Holwers were brought in as siege breakers more often than not. Laddermen, first up the walls. But walls look pretty much the same from one fortress to the next."

"I see from your brand you were an engineer. Damn, that's almost as dumb as being a ladderman*. Maybe you should join your friend and fill your cup with mushroom beer too. Sigmund! Make it a pitcher and enough cups for everyone!"

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* This is delivered with a smirk. It might sound like an insult on the surface but a soldier probably recognizes it as meaning respect.

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Jan 11, 2022 10:05 pm

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Jan 11, 2022 10:11 pm

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Sigmund walks to the bar, grabs three mugs and places them on the table, in front of Kevin, Gunnar, and Ghillie.

He then walks back, grabs a wine bottle and places it into a leather satchel open on his hip, and then grabs and wine glass and a pitcher of the beer, and then walks over and places the pitcher on the table, as well as placing the glass in front of Alin. He uncorks the bottle and pours, saying, "This here is a good pirate's vintage, if you'll have it. Used to be the stuff of pirate admirals, 'til it came into my hands. Hope you enjoy it. You should really read the label on the bottom of the bottle.

"Well, I'll leave you to it, for now. Gotta get the messy man's floral food, and get the place ready for the arm-wrestling competition."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 11, 2022 10:35 pm

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Gunnar squints suspiciously at mention of looking at the label.

"Usually if I look at the bottom of the bottle it's because it's empty," he says but he flips it over anyway and looks to see what the label says. His gran always said his curiosity would be the end of him.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Jan 11, 2022 11:38 pm

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There is a note at the bottom, but seems like a lot of nonsense to Gunnar.

Ho Why You Be I You Love Happy Sanity Let
Elf Snake Handy Barbarous Culsir Dwarf Django
Helpful Lovely Sadness Wand Lose Lantern Quandry
Hope Faith Traveler to Dwarf Quiet Landing Quaint ,
Where Tripe Steak Beer Alcohol Caffeine Stuck Then
Referral Link Button Artifice Item Infusion Offer Mission
Contact Games Money Broad Shift Fungi Drink Lie Bed
Frequent Advanced Five to Him Edition Details Systems .

Whispers Tools Forums Annual Perennial Details Message
Drive Academy Elder Wood Snuggle under Drink Smells .

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 11, 2022 11:50 pm

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"You get crazy letters on the bottom of bottles on a regular basis?" Gunnar asks the table.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 12, 2022 12:46 am

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Alin wipes the wine glass and pours a small amount, he makes a show of swirling it, smelling it and taking a small sip. "The message on the bottom seems to be the ravings a of a pirate who has had too much of this vinegar. Perhaps the only thing relevant is that the pirate may have been a person such as you my friend in the bear cloak, and like my friend Kevin here. " Alin pours half glass of the red liquid into his glass. "I don't think we have your name yet sir, but I shall start. I am Alin of Mistmarch. Pleased, I hope, to meet you."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 12, 2022 12:59 am

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Gunnar takes a deep breath before launching into it. "I am Dworic Gunnar Broad, thirteenth son of Dworic Fargrim Broad, of the Droranath clan of the Mror Holds. Gunnar will do." His voice recites the names with reverence.

"And yourselves?"

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Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 12, 2022 6:22 am

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"I actually meant the alcohol..." Ghillie's voice trailed off as the barkeep disappeared. "Ah, well. Local salad and sprigs for the messy man. I'm Ghillie Dhu. I tend gardens and look for exotic plants, and that's what's brought me all the way here."

He poured some of the mushroom beer, sniffed it, sampled a bit with his tongue, then swallowed a mouthful.

"I enjoy the deep yet not overly rich almost maple quality. A fine brew... but why would it have a shopping list of words underneath?"

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 12, 2022 8:05 am

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Kevin turns the text over trying to find a hidden meaning. He has lost all interest in drink and their newfound companion. This is an intellectual puzzle that he would love to solve.

[ +- ] sorting in in columns

[ +- ] transposing the table

[ +- ] Taking the first and last letter

OOC:

runekyndig is not seeing any patterns yet, do Kevin?

Rolls

Investigation - (1d20+4)

(5) + 4 = 9

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Jan 12, 2022 12:22 pm

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You all see people start to trickle into the tavern slowly, and Sigmund comes out with a couple of barmaids to help seat and serve.

Sigmund also brings out a salad and says, "Hope you enjoy this. It has some local vegetation from here. I had the cook cut down the size of the leaves, since this particular leafy base is the size of an adult human. The flavors in these local leaves I hope is to your liking."

He then walks around the table next to Kevin, nidges him with his forearm, and says, "Gunnar here is the reigning champion of the arm wrestling matches we run every week. I think you should put your hat in the ring, friend."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 12, 2022 5:32 pm

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Gunnar peels off the label so that the engineer doesn't get between a dwarf and his cups. He'll double check that the inside of the label doesn't have any clues.

"No pirate I've known is that smart. I'll wager there's a clue inside the bottle. Or maybe the alcohol has an enchantment so that if you're drunk enough, you can read the blasted thing. I know I always think clearer with a little fermented mushroom to buttress my noggin."

Gunnar is mostly just making excuses to drink, but will pour out the bottle into the remaining and cups and peer inside for a clue before drinking his share of the alcohol.

About the arm wrestling he adds "No magical or mechanical funny business, though."

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Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 12, 2022 6:13 pm

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Oh, it needs a key, or most likely something with a lot of holes, just in the right place, so only the words of the message is shown. Let me see the bottle and its label. Kevin is looking for some patterns that can hide some of the text. It could be the label, or the bottom of the bottle.
This is just like the cryptography in the army. We had a ... He stops himself just in time. We had a system.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 12, 2022 6:50 pm

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runekyndig says:

This is just like the cryptography in the army. We had a ... He stops himself just in time. We had a system.

"Right. We mapped a crypt or two in our time as well. Our system - when the tunnel forks, always turn to the right."

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Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 12, 2022 7:09 pm

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Kevin looks at the dwarf with confution clear on his grizzeled face. What?

He then turns to Alin. Who were our contact here?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 12, 2022 7:56 pm

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"Cryptography ... the mapping of crypts, ya?

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 12, 2022 8:40 pm

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No, its the fancy word for codes. Had a commander who loved that shit. He had stick for each day in the week. When he got a message from his officers there were on ribbons, that you spiralled around the right size stick. At the right size, the letters aligned and message could be read

OOC:

like this

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/51/Skytale.png

There were to many magic shenanigans, so my commander used this and many other non-magical solutions

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Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 13, 2022 12:26 am

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"Complete and utter gibberish, the ravings of a drunken pirate." Alin says and take another swig. As they drink Alin makes a mental connection to Kevin as they had practiced on the long journey.

[ +- ] Psychic Whispers

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Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 13, 2022 6:19 am

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Ghillie nodded in thanks to the barman before examining his salad. He picked up, inspected, smelled, tasted, chewed, and swallowed each unfamiliar leaf before really digging in. Ghillie chuckled at the cryptography gaffe and suggested, "Knowing the source might help decipher the message. As for me, the words I'm drawn to are Fungi, Perennial, Academy, Elder, Wood, and Drink."

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Len

Jan 13, 2022 6:55 am

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OOC:

The following four words are repeated: You, Drink, to, Dwarf. Not sure if that helps.

Also the second last line's first letters are WTFAPDM, which clearly stands for "WTF? A puzzle, DM?"

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HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Jan 13, 2022 4:23 pm

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Len says:

OOC:

The following four words are repeated: You, Drink, to, Dwarf. Not sure if that helps.

Also the second last line's first letters are WTFAPDM, which clearly stands for "WTF? A puzzle, DM?"

OOC:

*lmao*

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Jan 14, 2022 5:10 pm

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As more people enter, several tables are moved around, and then Sigmund speaks loud enough for everyone to hear: "Alright, cocksuckers! Sign-ups are here at the bar, and will for the next 30 minutes!

"As y'all can see, Gunnar's back, and he's fixin' ta hold 'is title! Who'll take it from 'im?" He slams his hand onto a sheet of paper and places a plume and ink well.

He then says, "Alright, it is a standard tourney-style, like before."

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 14, 2022 7:41 pm

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Huh?! Kevin finally gives up trying to crack the code. Sign up for cocksucking? That can't be right
What is the barkeep talking about? Kevin asks the table

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 14, 2022 7:53 pm

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Ghillie let out a loud, sharp laugh which caused local flora to fly from his mouth.

"It's an arm wrestling competition, Kevin. Barkeep Sigmund is just riling up potential entrants to see who gives the best hand job."

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 14, 2022 8:08 pm

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"BWHAHAHA!" Gunnar's boisterous laugh fills the whole hall. He startles a flock of crows perched on the inn's roof, and passersby on the street can't help but glance over to investigate the sound.

Wiping tears from his eyes, he slaps Kevin and Ghillie on their backs. "You fellas are alright! My kinda folk, take yourselves none too seriously. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to warm up my championship-winning hands! BWAHAHA!" He spirals off in another fit of raucous laughter, nearly dumping his mushroom beer.

Alin (They/Them)

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Jan 15, 2022 9:20 pm

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"This ought to be interesting. Feats of strength are not my forte, but I am always up for some entertainment and perhaps some wagers." Alin stand and shifts to the behind Kevin. "Barkeep Sigmund. I assume there will be betting involved to make this interesting?" Alin pats Kevin on the shoulder. "Kevin, Would you care to try and make some coin beating this so called champion?"

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Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 15, 2022 10:20 pm

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Kevin deklines Alins suggestion.
Nah, I believe in hitting the right spot, not hitting hard and hope for the best. This is a sport for the second group

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 17, 2022 7:30 pm

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runekyndig

Jan 19, 2022 8:28 pm

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OOC:

Do we know where/who our contact is? How do we move forward?

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 20, 2022 2:19 am

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OOC:

Arm wrestling Gunnar seems to be the ask, but when do players ever do what the DM wants?

Len

Jan 20, 2022 2:40 am

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OOC:

I am not the contact 😁

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Jan 20, 2022 4:30 pm

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After a few minutes, once Sigmund gets names filled out on the sheet, he pulls it away and says, "Alright, let me randomize these names, and we will do a standard tournament style. Gunnar, you have unlimited refills on mushroom beer until the winner of the tournament is ready to challenge your seat!"

After a few minutes, Sigmund comes back with a tiered tournament bracket (similar to a March Madness bracket), and some barmaids bring out some numbers that they post onto the middle of the tables. He announces:

"Table 1: Gunter vs. Trayvon; Table 2: Siggy vs. SAM; Table 3: ..."

He names a bunch of different names, and then a bunch of smelly men gather the various numbered tables (yours is not one of them), and then Sigmund says, "Alright, you have 15 minutes to place bets with my barmaid at each table, and each will manage those."

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Jan 20, 2022 4:36 pm

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A beautiful, attention-grabbing barmaid walks to your table, walks up to Kevin and says, "Oh, you weren't interested in joining up, eh?"

She pours mushroom beers across the group, but she takes Kevin a new mug specifically, places it in front of him, and pours the beer.

She then looks at Alin and says, "Really, you should taste this beer. It is divine, even amongst those who prefer the fruits of the vine."

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 20, 2022 4:56 pm

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"Aye, there's some magic words. Sigmund, you might well be a bloody sorcerer, uttering such eldritch enchantments like 'unlimited refills.' I caution you with these Words of Power!"

But a careful observer might notice that Gunnar refills his cup only once, barely a breakfast beverage for a dwarf of his build.

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 20, 2022 10:22 pm

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Kevin takes a sip of his new mug, sensing that something is going on. You think I made a mistake? He asks the waitress.
He is now keeping a close eye on the armwresting

Rolls

Perception - (1d20+3)

(17) + 3 = 20

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Jan 21, 2022 1:08 am

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With the first round now complete, and arms slammed into tables and cheers and cries of anguish, Sigmund speaks up and says, "Alright! What a riveting first round! Winners, come to the bar, in table number order!"

16 winners come up.

Sigmund pairs up these ruffians and assigns them tables and says, "15 minutes of betting now."

When Kevin tips his mug to drink, everyone else on the table sees a note attached to the bottom of the mug.

[ +- ] Words of the Note:

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 21, 2022 2:26 am

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Despite his single drink, Gunnar makes plenty of noise. He slurs his words and sloshes another cup of mushroom beer about like he was intending to mop the floor with it. With a huge, devious grin on his face, he puts on a show worthy of a pit fighter from Lower Dura, Sharn. Dancing pecks, flexing biceps, the works.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 21, 2022 4:22 am

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"Most impressive handjobs," Ghillie assessed, "and whoever's slipping these notes is pretty good, too. I say we follow their suggestion and cautiously see where this takes us."

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 21, 2022 5:15 am

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Kevin nods to Chillie.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 24, 2022 1:05 pm

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"I can assure you all, things are not as they seem. Take care with that waitress, they may try to seduce you Kevin. It could assuredly be an exciting jaunt, but my recommendation is to steer clear."

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 24, 2022 1:17 pm

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Kevin answer Alin and Ghillie quietly.
The idiot of a barkeep send us a message that we could not decode. We are to wait until the end of the arm wrestling competition and then ask for a room.
He gives Alin the note that was stuck to Kevins mug.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 26, 2022 3:12 am

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Alin whispers "I gave you the barkeeps original message and we ignored it"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 26, 2022 3:34 am

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"We couldn't decipher it. Maybe the truth would have come to me with some more of that mushroom beer..."

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Jan 26, 2022 1:54 pm

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After the upcoming rounds, the tourney whittled down to the final four, then what Sigmund calls the "semi-final", when 2 patrons battle it out: a hulking, strange-looking warforged without a traditional forehead symbol named SAM, with a skulking Halfling hovering around him as though he were his boxing trainer, and a muscle-bound, foul-speaking and -smelling half-orc named Halgreave.

The "semi-final" seems to last for a year, as the two battle it out, the arms locked and swaying to one side and then the other. Finally, with a triumphant THUD, SAM beats Halgreave. His Halfling friend collects their winnings from the bets he made in the bar, and he smiles from ear to ear, as SAM glows a bright blue in his eyes, and a strange smile fills his crude-looking mouth, also.

Sigmund then says, "Alright folks! What’s next, but what you all really came for: ta see the reigning champion ousted from his high throne."

The barmaid walks alongside Gunnar and raises his arm up high above his head, as Sigmund says, "Bets’ll run for the next 30 minutes, and then we will have the match of the century: The surly dwarf vs. the machine and ‘is oaf!"

Some laughter erupts from the crowd, and the Halfling scowls at Sigmund, but then focuses on betting.

OOC:

Gunnar, anything you would like to do before the arm-wrestling match goes on?

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 26, 2022 2:43 pm

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Kevin gets up and joins the crowd
10 galifars on the dwarf!

OOC:

that is gold coins

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 26, 2022 7:00 pm

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Gunnar gathers the tavern around and recites the story of how his band of Mror Howlers took on a Warforged Titan once. He fills it with gory details and bravado.

"... and my axe is still dented where I struck it in the face, see? But that wasn't what killed it. It was toppling over the waterfall and falling on the rocks below that dealt the killing blow, bwhaha!"

OOC:

Trying to intimidate the Warforged! Guess it didn't work :D

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Rolls

Intimidation - (1d20+2)

(1) + 2 = 3

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 26, 2022 7:42 pm

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Kevin pats his tools. When you break him dwarf, just know that I have repaired hundreds of warforged, in all sizes. I can repair him to

OOC:

A help with the intimidation

Kevin corrects himself and addresses the warforged. Perdon me if I assumed the masculine pronoun. Do you perfere him? Her? It? I mean do disrespect to your identity.

OOC:

No need to be rude

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 26, 2022 11:37 pm

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OOC:

If help action is accepted, I'll roll it again!

"That's good, friend. Dwarves know a thing or two about breaking rock and bending metal."

Rolls

help action reroll (if permitted) - (1d20+2)

(16) + 2 = 18

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Jan 27, 2022 12:31 pm

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SAM looks at the dwarf and the shifter, and it’s eyes glow.

The construct says, "I…uh…I identify as male. He/him/his, thank you."

He sheepishly speaks: "My friend Fredo and I are exploring the magical properties of this land. We just arrived a few days ago." He averts his eyes downward, not looking at Gunnar directly, and definitely not threateningly.

Rolls

Charisma Save vs. Intimidation

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Jan 27, 2022 12:44 pm

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The Halfling looks at the construct and whispers loudly: "Don’t tell them anything. We still don’t know who is friend or foe here."

He grimaces at the intimidating folks, and then says, "SAM, let us prep for the match."

They go to a corner, and the Halfling pulls out some cow’s leather and places it on the construct’s makeshift arm.

The workmanship of this warforged is crude compared to the ones created by House Cannith, but it seems different in a lot of ways, as well.

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Jan 27, 2022 7:05 pm

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The barmaid grabs the bets, even the one from Kevin, and she hands him and everyone else that turns in their bets a piece of paper with her stamp on it, which states the odds (10/1 odds) and the amount bet by Kevin (10 gold galifar coins), and who he bets on winning (Gunnar the dwarf).

OOC:

Is there any preparation or assistance that you all want to offer Gunnar before he competes?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Jan 27, 2022 10:18 pm

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"10 to 1 odds ... wait, that's in favor of me, right?"

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Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Jan 28, 2022 11:53 am

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Alin looks at the warforged with curiosity Have you ever seen such a thing Kevin? He doesn’t appear to be as physically strong as most Forged, the Gunnar is the best bet."

Alin maneuvers closer to the halfling to watch the match.

Kevin

runekyndig

Jan 28, 2022 1:00 pm

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Well he is no Titan or a juggernaut. He does seem in disrepair

Kevin gives his professioal review of the warforged infront of them. Its clear that he several types of battle ready warfored and that Kevin care for the crafted life.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Jan 28, 2022 1:18 pm

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Ghillie observed the Warforged. He never really liked the creatures since they seemed cold and sterile, no gut flora. Those made with a combination of metal and wood were more acceptable. This one? He'd observe it more to see what there was natural about it but refrained from betting. He sat back and enjoyed his mushroom beer.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 1, 2022 11:10 pm

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Sigmund gathers the crowd and says, "Alright, alright, folks! And now for the champion-bustin' round! On one side of the table, we have the reigning champion, the one, the only, Gunnar the BROADDDD!!!"

The crowd cheers.

Then Sigmund says, "And tonight, we have a new challenger. Give it up for the warforged wonder, the," he looks at a paper in his hand, "uh, the Structure for Assistive Magic!" He whispers to the machine, "you could work on that name, ya know?"

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Feb 1, 2022 11:11 pm

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The disrepaired warforged places himself on one side of the table, arm ready for the match.

He says to his competitor, "Good luck," as his eyes glow blue. His arm is perfectly still, almost as if he were a metal statue.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 1, 2022 11:18 pm

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"Ah, one of the great battles: flesh versus machine," the druid said to no one in particular. "The greatest battle, of course, is plant versus god."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 2, 2022 1:33 am

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Gunnar pumps his fist in the air and gives each bicep a kiss before sitting down at the table across from the warforged. He shakes his hand and wishes him luck as well.

"May the strongest warrior take the prize!"

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 2, 2022 2:32 am

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Alin watches intently, staring at the halfling more than the arm wrestling. They wonder what the halflings game is.

Rolls

Insight, is the halfling nervous? - (1d20+3)

(20) + 3 = 23

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 2, 2022 2:34 am

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On hearing Ghillie’s comment Alin says "I thought you might have said plant versus zombie."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 2, 2022 3:06 am

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"Ah, plants win that one every time," Ghillie said as he raised his mug and winked. "Mushrooms."

He might have gone on to explain that plants and fungi were completely different but he knew that most people don't care for lectures on the extensive differences.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 2, 2022 8:25 pm

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OOC:

Alright Gunnar, give me any prep you want to use as a bonus action, and then 3 athletics rolls.

Anyone who wants to cast a spell to help your friend should either use a stealth roll and then tell me the spell they wish to cast to support him.

SAM will exert himself, as well.

Rolls

Strength (Athletics) Checks #1 - (1d20+4, 1d20+4)

1d20+4 : (5) + 4 = 9

1d20+4 : (3) + 4 = 7

Strength (Athletics) Checks #2 - (1d20+4, 1d20+4)

1d20+4 : (14) + 4 = 18

1d20+4 : (19) + 4 = 23

Strength (Athletics) Checks #3 - (1d20+4, 1d20+4)

1d20+4 : (8) + 4 = 12

1d20+4 : (17) + 4 = 21

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 2, 2022 11:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar slams his elbow down on the table. As he locks hands and stares with the Warforged, his eye begins to twitch as the legendary fury if the Mror Howlers takes hold of him!

OOC:

Bonus action to rage! I rolled 22, 26, and 15

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Rolls

Athletics (advantage) - (1d20+6, 1d20+6)

1d20+6 : (16) + 6 = 22

1d20+6 : (11) + 6 = 17

Athletics (advantage) - (1d20+6, 1d20+6)

1d20+6 : (20) + 6 = 26

1d20+6 : (16) + 6 = 22

Athletics (advantage) - (1d20+6, 1d20+6)

1d20+6 : (9) + 6 = 15

1d20+6 : (6) + 6 = 12

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 3, 2022 8:46 pm

The Changing Hunt

As the two clasp hands together, Sigmund yells, "BEGIN!" and cheering erupts from around the table.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 3, 2022 8:46 pm

The Changing Hunt

The fury of the dwarf takes an immediate surge towards taking the victory, getting him at the 45-degree angle towards the win.

More resistance develops as the machine pushes back, but Gunnar is able to push further, bringing the construct about an inch off the table. Then a surge of power fills the robot, and he raises the dwarf back up to about a 45-degree angle, and the strength builds.

OOC:

Gunnar is currently winning the match, but there is momentum from the machine.

@Len, please give me another 3 Athletics rolls, as well as how you plan to maintain your rage (or another means of keeping the advantage on the rolls).

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 3, 2022 8:48 pm

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

Alin watches intently, staring at the halfling more than the arm wrestling. They wonder what the halflings game is.

HeroAmongMen sent a note to XOSkel10

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 3, 2022 9:33 pm

The Changing Hunt

Was that a ligament I heard snapping? Those fibers can take weeks to heal. Why don't you quit before you hurt yourself?
Kevin is merciless in his commentary of the warforged plight.

OOC:

He is helping by psyking out the warforged

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 4, 2022 1:25 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin edges up next to the halfling and holds out their hand casually within his vision. A ghostly blade manifests in his hand and spins slowly, point up.

OOC:

Trying to change the halflings focus, perhaps make him concerned about his safety.

Last edited February 4, 2022 1:25 am

Rolls

Intimidation, flashing a weapon - (1d20+4)

(5) + 4 = 9

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 4, 2022 1:47 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar grits his teeth. He squeezes the warforged's stone hand so tightly that rivulets of blood soon begin to trickle down his forearm.

The warforged was strong, yes. Stone and metal are strong - every dwarf knows this. But what is stronger than that?

https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/gems-of-war/images/6/64/Troop_Slayer_Ghost.png

My clan!

As the contest rages, spectral warriors begin to appear. Ethereal Dwarves in shades of blue and white standing shoulder to shoulder, larger than life. They sing in unison their warrior song, the song of the Mror Howlers!

OOC:

Maintaining rage through self harm :) Let me know if that is sufficient and how much damage that does!

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Rolls

Athletics (advantage) - (1d20+6, 1d20+6)

1d20+6 : (2) + 6 = 8

1d20+6 : (20) + 6 = 26

Athletics (advantage) - (1d20+6, 1d20+6)

1d20+6 : (15) + 6 = 21

1d20+6 : (3) + 6 = 9

Athletics (advantage) - (1d20+6, 1d20+6)

1d20+6 : (19) + 6 = 25

1d20+6 : (10) + 6 = 16

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 4, 2022 4:53 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Self harm is good! I love the flavor of your post, @Len!

Between the insult, the distraction of Alin to the halfling, and the sheer force of strength displayed by Gunnar, the metal arm of the warforged buckles, and Gunnar wins the match! Many people are dismayed by the turn of events, but the halfling that was distracted by Alin's ghost blade actually ends up collecting many winnings (you surmise that he actually bet against his companion). The barmaid comes and delivers 110 gold coins to Kevin, and SAM puts his hand out and says, "Congratulations on the victory, friend! Perhaps we can talk soon! I would love to learn more about your ancestors, and how you channel them to fuel your strength. Interesting method of empowering yourself."

The halfling and the defeated warforged exit as the patrons of the bar revel and regale in the stories of the Mror Howlers' spirits aiding their companion to defeat a warforged titan (yes, embellishments are levied, as many are drunk and have poor memories).

OOC:

Anything you want to do for the next few hours?

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 4, 2022 5:05 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin would excuse themselves and follow the halfling and the odd Warforged stealthily. Just to find their next stop, and then return to the rest of the team.

Upon return to the bar, Alin would plan to quietly question the barkeep about the notes.

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 4, 2022 5:08 pm

The Changing Hunt

After the match, Kevin grabs Alin, and go ask Sigmund for a room

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 4, 2022 5:51 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Well played, good dwarf," Ghillie said and raised his mug. "A worthy victory of the living over the inert."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 4, 2022 6:03 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Alin, are you going to follow Kevin's suggestion, or avoid him and continue following?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 5, 2022 3:44 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar looks at Ghillie wide-eyed.

"You lot must be some stone-cold bastards! People are usually pretty freaked out when a bunch of Dwarf ghosts appear out of nowhere singing a tune. WAIT! Are you ghosts?"

Gunnar pokes Ghillie sharply with his finger to check if he is corporeal.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 5, 2022 5:36 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I've been buried and left for dead before yet here I am. As the body decomposes, so does the soul, and ghosts are merely part of that cycle sometimes. You shouldn't fear them unless they're angry at you," Ghillie explained as Gunnar's finger poked into the druid's living armour and ended up knuckle deep in a truffle.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 7, 2022 4:58 pm

The Changing Hunt

Sigmund walks up to Gunnar, slaps him on the shoulder, and says, "My, my! You're always good for a show o' force, eh, my friend?!?

"Your drinks are on me, Gunnar, and here's your room key." He drops the key into Gunnar's hand.

He then looks at Kevin and says, "So, the note says your friends with Viktor, eh? Alright, you get a room here for a week. There may be something in there for you to see. I'd be on me way over there, if I was you."

OOC:

Do you all head to the room? Gunnar, you know where the rooms are, but the rest of the crew does not.

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 8, 2022 7:09 pm

The Changing Hunt

Kevin sighs but heads off towards to rooms.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 8, 2022 8:39 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Alin did try to follow the halfling and the "warforged" just to their next stop.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 8, 2022 8:42 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Heading to rest, friend dwarf? Let's walk with you. We could use a good night's sleep," Ghillie said to Gunnar. "I promise I'm very much corporeal."

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 9, 2022 12:30 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar empties a nearby mop bucket and fills it with tankard after tankard of mushroom beer.

"Now my job is done, I can properly enjoy my justly-earned rewards!"

He drinks straight from the bucket, the excess spilling down his beard a bit.

To Ghillie, be responds: "Sure, a rroom is an excellent place ta get drunk! If ye pass out, the bed is righ' there!" His Mror accent gets thicker the more he drinks.

He heads off to the room with the others, bucket in hand. On the way he grabs an empty bucket. "Might be handy later. Just gotta make sure I don't mix the two up!"

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 9, 2022 7:41 am

The Changing Hunt

Kevin notes the buckets. He then produces a snort string from one of his many pockets. A knot on the handle of the shit bucket. Buckets without knots are for drinking water. Gunnar recognises a tried and tested system from the battle front.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 9, 2022 8:24 am

The Changing Hunt

He looks at Kevin, dumbfounded.

"Bloody genius. That might have saved me from a few unpleasant memories in days gone by - Bwahaha!!!"

He takes another swig. And another.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 9, 2022 1:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

After Alin collects a little information about who they suspect is the target of an old job gone cold, they would come back to talk to Sigmund when when the others had gone to their rooms.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 9, 2022 10:37 pm

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

OOC:

Alin did try to follow the halfling and the "warforged" just to their next stop.

Your tailing them leads to a 15-minute walk to the "Forgelight" district, a building with a sign that says, Anvilfire Inn.

OOC:

Mrak, you walk into the Watercrest Tavern right as Alin makes it back from his little scouting mission.

JoshuaMabry

Feb 9, 2022 10:43 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Hooray!

A six foot tall blue bald orc stumbles over the threshold of the Watercrest. He has a powerful build, and is definitely the worse for wear with drink. He shambles over to the bar, nearly tripping over several chairs on the way. "Sigmund, I'm here for the arm wrestling!" He bellows, then belches loudly. "This time I'll beat that runty Gunner."

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 10, 2022 3:59 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar turns as he hears his name and burst into laughter so hard he nearly spills his bucket.

"Bwhaha! Is that Mrak? You're too bloody late! I already won!"

His laughter fills the hall like roaring lightning rail engine.

"That's why I always save the drink for after the contest, mate. But, if you still wanna have a go..."

Gunnar cracks his knuckles.

JoshuaMabry

Feb 10, 2022 11:10 am

The Changing Hunt

"Why you diminu... diminu... short, you're short!" Mrak tries to sit on a barstool and slips off of it. He falls to his knees, drops his head and throws up on the floor. "Fight you... I'll fight you." he gasps.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 10, 2022 12:17 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin deftly side steps the vomit There is truly nothing worse than orc vomit they think. They grimace painfully as a little bit spatters on their boots.
Alin moves to the bar and corners Sigmund and says aloud "I see you have your hands full, and they just got fuller, but I would like to talk to you about what you were serving us earlier. It doesn’t seem to have agreed with my stomach."
Simultaneously, Alin’s fingers tap and slide on the bar top. Alin is using basic thieves cant, not knowing the specific lingo of Stormreach as much as that of Sharn "What meaning [of] hidden [secret] message [note] [plural]"

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 10, 2022 6:49 pm

The Changing Hunt

You hear tapping as if on a distant wall in this building (as in, Sigmund is not the source of the message):

[ +- ] Thieves' Cant Reply

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 10, 2022 6:51 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Mrak, yer too late. If you want to challenge Gunnar, ya better come next week.

"Here, this is on the house." Sigmund slides over a mug of something that smells god awful.

"Should help you sober up a little, if you want."

JoshuaMabry

Feb 10, 2022 7:28 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Thanks, I guess." Mrak grabs the mug and downs it in one gulp. He belches and for a moment his eyes cross. He seems a little steadier, but not much. "Guess I’ll be going then. No reason to stick around here if there’s not going to be any action. Might as well go somewhere less reputable and try and pick a fight."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 11, 2022 7:39 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Mrak, why don't ya hang with this fella a bit? They may have somethin' that interests ya."

He points to Alin as Alin walks in.

JoshuaMabry

Feb 11, 2022 10:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

I turn to Alin. "What’s your story?"

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Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 12, 2022 11:32 am

The Changing Hunt

Kevin is sitting by his room, tinkering with his mechanical companion, his Steel Defender. It's a cat-like creature, mostly copper/bronze coloured, but the head is blue.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 12, 2022 4:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin looks quizzically at the stranger who was just vomiting on the floor moments ago, then raises and eyebrow toward Sigmund. "I believe my story is currently being written, stranger. I follow an unknown road."
Alin steps back from the bar and wipes their hands on their pants in a futile attempt to remove the bar top residue. "Take this as you may, but my friends have apparently arranged for rooms at this fine establishment, and I have business to attend to in my room. Perhaps you follow the unknown road as well and follow me?"

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 12, 2022 5:07 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar will sit down beside Kevin, marvelling at the metal cat. He puts his buckets down to give the cat a scratch behind the ears. "What a good cat! What's your name?"

To Kevin, he says: "This is quite the creation! How'd learn how to build things of such beauty?"

JoshuaMabry

Feb 12, 2022 5:27 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak shrugs at Alin. "I got nothing better to do."

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Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 12, 2022 6:37 pm

The Changing Hunt

I'm not done with it yet. I have worked on numerous warforged and mechanical guardians, so this one is just an extension of that. If I heat the bronze just right and let it cool in a bed of metal shavings, it will turn blue. I have done the face, but still have a lot to do.

Kevin thinks a bit. I have never giving it a name. Its connected to me through magic, so I don't have to speak to it. Never got a name

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 13, 2022 1:08 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin, curious and puzzled, looks for the room that their companions rented.

JoshuaMabry

Feb 13, 2022 1:14 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak looks to Alin again. "So what brings you to Stormreach?"

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 15, 2022 8:51 am

The Changing Hunt

What would a good name be, do you think Gunnar? Its a black panther design. But I am no good at this sort of thing.
Kevin is not looking at the dwarf, but fully focused on his creation. But he is clearly uncomfortable with admitting a personal fault.

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Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 15, 2022 7:59 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I expect to find out an answer to that question around the next corner my friend." Alin replies to Mrak.

OOC:

I’m a bit lost on rooms and present location of every one. I am heading to "my room" but Alin and I don’t know if that means a shared room or even what room it is, the Traveler will guide me.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 15, 2022 8:29 pm

The Changing Hunt

Ghillie inspected the metal cat. His distaste for inorganic beings surfaced but he sublimated it by admiring the skill and fluidity in its construction.

"Fine craftsmanship, Kevin. Quite lifelike, and take that as a great compliment from one such as I. Perhaps it could be named Cougar or Pantera."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 16, 2022 12:45 am

The Changing Hunt

"Ah, that's the thing about a name. Only the creator knows the whole story of their creation, so only the creator can give a thing it's true name. Where were you when you first thought to make such an incredible thing? What were you doing? What inspired you?"

"No shame in struggling with a name. Think on it a bit, there's no rush. It took my grandfather 150 years to name his axe! Sometimes it becomes obvious with time."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 16, 2022 1:57 am

The Changing Hunt

"What did he finally call his axe, Gunnar Broad?"

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 16, 2022 4:36 am

The Changing Hunt

"Well, one fine day, while I was still just a twinkle in me Ma's eye, Grandpappy was leading a brigade to reinforce a seige on a daelkyr stronghold."

"Unfortunately he arrived a day late. The commander of the host, some dimwit Soldorak wizard, said they had missed their chance, for the prophecy foretold of the fortress's fall under a full moons light, and that had come and gone."

"So Grandpappy stood atop the battlements, dropped his pants and bent over, displaying his fine hairy arse to the enemy crying 'Here's yer bloody full moon!' And then, with every dwarf cheering, he led the entire host to battle against the fortress."

"And so he named his axe that day: Fuldmåne! In the common tongue, Full Moon!"

Gunnar draws out the axe to show anyone who is looking, for it is Gunnar who now wields Fuldmåne.

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HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 16, 2022 7:38 am

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

What a hilarious story, @Len!

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 16, 2022 7:48 am

The Changing Hunt

Kevin starts to chuckle, but it evolves into a full belly laugh.
That is a fantastic name He whipes his eyes.

What inspired me? To tell the truth, when I saw a real panther in a zoo, I was fascinated. Its speed and ferocity actually scared me - gave me a healthy respect for the creature. All in our squad had a standard blade-dog, but I gradually changed its frame to this. The tail is a fantastic counterbalance... Kevin is about to start on a nerd-fueled rant about his creation but stops himself.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 16, 2022 5:43 pm

The Changing Hunt

The barmaid that came before ushers Mrak and Alin to the room, which is a decently-sized common area with 3 sturdy bunks (6 beds available), and some footlockers and dressers with locks.

She says, "Next time I give you clandestine instructions, I suggest you follow them to a tee; otherwise, you run the risk of exposure, which is not good for us. We paid you for some discretion.

"Now, forgive me for being so abrupt; I just expected more direct obedience from those that we feed information and funds to. Anyways, this document contains all of the instructions for the current job. You remember the terms of your hiring, and obviously, Mrak, you were not originally hired, but you're part of this group now, unless you would prefer to bleed out in an alley somewhere.

"This document has further details. Choose your actions and your words carefully."

HeroAmongMen sent a note to XOSkel10

As she walks out the door, she says, "Please make sure to destroy that in fire before you leave this room."

The document has the following information on it:

[ +- ] Document from Tyrants

JoshuaMabry

Feb 16, 2022 6:07 pm

The Changing Hunt

"You all work for the Tyrants eh?" Mrak suddenly looks a lot more sober. "Sounds exciting. Need another sword?"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 16, 2022 6:27 pm

The Changing Hunt

Ghillie laughed heartily at Gunnar's story.

"A fine name. I'm glad there were no lycans nearby when that happened."

The druid sized up Mrak before the barmaid's information made him raise a bushy eyebrow.

"A good sword is always appreciated. Welcome, Mrak. I'm Ghillie Dhu."

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 17, 2022 1:11 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I personally have worked with the Tyrants before, but saying we work for them it’s a bit too much for my taste. They are not the worst of the power brokers in Sharn. I probably would rank the Sharn city watch as more untrustworthy than the Tyrants." Alin scratches their chin.
"Of course that barmaid is a changeling and a Tyrant agent, not that it matters. I can’t say I liked the tone of their voice… obedience is a word I never use personally, except perhaps if I had a pet. I gave my word to do a job, so I will do it. But if I am treated like a dog, I will eventually bite the master." Alin re reads the note and then scribbles four unreadable "words" on a piece of paper, and shoves that into a bag. "The goals are clear enough, but ingratiating the Tyrants with a storm lord is a bit of an ask, perhaps the artifacts delivery will suffice."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 17, 2022 9:18 pm

The Changing Hunt

"If you're recruiting, I'll put my axe behind your cause. I can tell you lads will be a fun bunch."

"Arm wrestling champion was really just an in-between gig. I trust in the Sovereign Host to put us on the right path, and I think they're speaking to me right now."

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Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 17, 2022 10:10 pm

The Changing Hunt

Kevin looks at the note with the mission parameters. Didn't we know this already? Have we gotten some useful information or are we just here to polish their egos?

JoshuaMabry

Feb 18, 2022 12:17 am

The Changing Hunt

"I'm confused, and realize I may be being rude. As you heard, I'm called Mrak. My people come from the land you southerners call The Demon Wastes. I won't bore you with a long tale just now, but needless to say I've traveled from the Wastes, through the Eldeen Reaches, Droaam and Breland, and now here to Stormreach. I currently find myself without a cause worthy of my sword. You seem like heroic folk, and I'm comforted to know you don't actually work for the Tyrants. Like Gunner I'll put my faith in the notion that you all may be what I've been waiting here for."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 18, 2022 2:24 am

The Changing Hunt

"The Demon Wastes, now there's a battleground. I imagine you have a few stories yourself!" Gunnar salutes Mrak by lifting his bucket to him before taking another massive swig.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 19, 2022 5:05 pm

The Changing Hunt

runekyndig says:

Kevin looks at the note with the mission parameters. Didn't we know this already? Have we gotten some useful information or are we just here to polish their egos?

OOC:

You, as players, know the mission parameters. It took a bit of time to travel between Sharn and Stormreach, so the note acts a reminder of your priorities, as well as the last known location of the person.

So, what are you doing? Are you all going to rest, or head out immediately to investigate?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 19, 2022 6:26 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Let's head out!"

Gunnar slams his bucket back, drains it, and then slams down on the table. As he wipes the foam from his beard, he declares:

"Just gotta take a piss first."

JoshuaMabry

Feb 19, 2022 7:00 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I’ve got to get my gear. Meet you back here in ten minutes." Mrak heads back out to get his kit.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 19, 2022 8:01 pm

The Changing Hunt

"But the room is free..." Ghullie lamented. "A night on land in a comfy bed before we head out can't hurt."

The druid may love the natural world but the luxury of a soft bed held a strong allure for him.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 20, 2022 3:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin holds the note over a candle until it begins to burn "We could do some light reconnaissance tonight, but we shouldn’t plan on any close interactions perhaps until everyone has slept off their libations?" Alin let’s the note burn close to their fingers, then tosses it into the hearth.

"Ghillie my friend, I also wish to spend the night in a bed that is not swaying with the sea." Alin then muses more quietly "Some warm company in bed would also do me good. Our Tyrant contact is intriguing but seems a little prickly. Perhaps we’ll find someone in the Embers district."

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JoshuaMabry

Feb 21, 2022 3:15 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak returns shortly, armed and armored. "I'm ready to go."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 22, 2022 3:35 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar returns. "Libations? Rather go in drunk than hungover, but don't worry about old Gunnar here. Barely even feel light-headed. Us Dwarves can handle our drink a lot better than most other folk."

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 22, 2022 8:49 pm

The Changing Hunt

A stroll through the Embers district would shake off those pesky sealegs.
Kevin opens his bag and directs his metal cat to climb into it. It does and disappears into the bag. It must be an extra dimensional bag of holding

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 23, 2022 12:25 am

The Changing Hunt

"We shall have to stroll through the marketplace and we will hit the Embers. Keep your hands on your pouches and you eyes on anyone near enough to stick you with a dagger."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 23, 2022 12:32 am

The Changing Hunt

Ghillie sighed, looked longingly at what should have been his soft bed, and prepared to move out.

JoshuaMabry

Feb 23, 2022 12:44 am

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

DM Do I know anything about the Oldgate district that I can contribute to the party before we go traipsing around?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 23, 2022 12:57 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar claps Ghillie on the back, a move designed to cheer him up rather than break bones, although it might be difficult to discern the difference between motives from the force of the gesture.

"Come my new friend, don't look so long in the face! Comfy beds are for old men with no more new stories to write! There will plenty of time for that later."

Last edited February 23, 2022 12:57 am

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 23, 2022 1:03 am

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

OOC:

DM Do I know anything about the Oldgate district that I can contribute to the party before we go traipsing around?

[ +- ] What Mrak Knows About Oldgate

JoshuaMabry

Feb 23, 2022 1:28 am

The Changing Hunt

Mrak studies the streets around you intently. "I've always thought something was off about this part of town. Tread carefully."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 23, 2022 1:34 am

The Changing Hunt

The druid gave another resigned sigh.

"But I am old, friend dwarf, and require rest so that I may write those stories," Ghillie replied with a chuckle.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 23, 2022 4:19 am

The Changing Hunt

"Nah, you're not that old. Why, surely yer not a day over 90! Oh wait... yer human. Hey, sorry mate, didn't mean to rub it in!"

"But besides, the real stories, the ones that matter, don't get written on no scraps of paper. They're written with axes in the blood of your enemies! In taverns on the drinking songs of the bards! Stories are alive! Let's go tell one right bloody now!"

Last edited February 23, 2022 7:17 am

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 23, 2022 4:33 am

The Changing Hunt

"After you, Gunnar Broad. I'll follow along but if you hear the sound of my joints popping stop, look back to see if I've fallen and can't get up."

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 23, 2022 6:36 am

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

Mrak studies the streets around you intently. "I've always thought something was off about this part of town. Tread carefully."

Oh? So you are saying that I should let the cat of the the bag? Kevin says deadpaned.

JoshuaMabry

Feb 23, 2022 11:46 am

The Changing Hunt

Mrak looks to Kevin. "No, we don't want to attract too much attention here. There are militias that are very active in Oldgate. We're headed into the Thranish quarter, and we don't want to cross swords with the Knights of Thrane."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 23, 2022 4:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Cross swords? No, you're right Mrak. Swords don't puncture that shining knightly armor they spend so much time polishing. That's why I brought Fuldmåne!"

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Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 23, 2022 6:32 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Let's hope the full moon doesn't have to shine tonight."

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 23, 2022 11:22 pm

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OOC:

with 12 moons, there is a good chance :)

Len

Feb 24, 2022 1:10 am

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

with 12 moons, there is a good chance :)

OOC:

Good point! My story should take into account which moon was supposed to be full!

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 24, 2022 5:31 pm

The Changing Hunt

You all collect your things that are needed for investigation, leaving the rest of the contents in your footlockers or locked cabinets (in case you wanted to offload anything, this allows for that).

You begin to travel through Stormreach, and it is still a few hours before sunrise.

OOC:

I would like Wisdom (Perception) checks and Charisma (Perception) checks from the lot of you.

The Wisdom (Perception) check is to determine what you notice, and the Charisma (Perception) check takes that information you get from the first one and contextualizes it in terms of power dynamics with the groups that you observe out at this hour.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Feb 24, 2022 5:47 pm

The Changing Hunt

Ghillie grumbled a bit more about his loss of a soft bed at his age as they walked. Perhaps that was why he wasn't necessarily paying as much attention to the unfamiliar sights and sounds and peoples of this similarly unfamiliar continent.

Rolls

Perception - (1d20+3)

(15) + 3 = 18

Perception (Charisma) - (1d20-1)

(4) - 1 = 3

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 24, 2022 6:16 pm

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JoshuaMabry

Feb 24, 2022 6:55 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Rolling all the things!

Rolls

Perception (Wisdom) - (1d20+2)

(7) + 2 = 9

Perception (Charisma) - (1d20+5)

(18) + 5 = 23

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 24, 2022 7:09 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Feb 24, 2022 9:00 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin keep eyes open for any signs of roguish activity and for any markings (thieves cant) indicating "friendly" locations.

OOC:

I didn’t understand that it was morning, I thought there was time for a short trip before bedtime.

Rolls

Perception (E+5) Wisdom - (1d20+5)

(16) + 5 = 21

Charisma check - (1d20+2)

(16) + 2 = 18

Gunnar Broad

Len

Feb 24, 2022 10:08 pm

The Changing Hunt

Nobody's sharper than ol' Gunnar Broad.

Rolls

wisdom perception - (1d20+3)

(12) + 3 = 15

charasima perceptio - (1d20+1)

(17) + 1 = 18

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 25, 2022 5:57 pm

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XOSkel10 says:

OOC:

I didn’t understand that it was morning, I thought there was time for a short trip before bedtime.

OOC:

Sorry I didn't make that more clear. The competition went to about 2, and then you trekked to follow the weird warforged guy with the halfling, and then you guys regrouped, gathered your things, and headed out.

OOC:

Just waiting on Kevin Bacon's perceptions, and then we will progress.

Kevin

runekyndig

Feb 25, 2022 8:07 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Sorry for my absence - it has been a busy few days at work. Was forced to work with javascript, totally new langue for me

Kevin has his sword at his hip and his bag (of holding) on the other side.

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Rolls

Perception (Wisdom) - (1d20+3)

(12) + 3 = 15

Perception (Charisma) - (1d20+2)

(16) + 2 = 18

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Feb 25, 2022 11:42 pm

The Changing Hunt

runekyndig

Mar 3, 2022 7:28 am

The Changing Hunt

HeroAmongMen says:

Nothing seems dangerous or worrisome yet.

OOC:

I just assume that we carry on with our plan, or have I missed something?

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 4, 2022 1:16 am

The Changing Hunt

"We are certainly being noticed but it seems as if we l leave them alone, we will be left alone."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 4, 2022 7:17 pm

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As you all walk into the Embers section of the Oldgate district, the flavor of the region is very human, as opposed to other areas where there is evidence of racial diversity.

You see a few men in the streets with heavy armor, with shields and armor carrying motifs of a red flame. They eye you, but do nothing more than keep an eye on you as you walk by.

As the sun starts to brighten the area around you (it's probably around 5 am now), a building that draws your attention, the sign of on the outside indicating that it is called The Candlelight.

You all see two of these heavily-armored guards posted on either side of the large double-doors to this place.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 4, 2022 10:38 pm

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"I could use a drink," Gunnar says, pointing at the The Candlelight.

"With all these Silver Flame folks about, I'm surprised we even found a pub. It is a pub, innit? Looks like the kind of place that charges twice as much for a drink that is thrice watered down. Ah, but maybe I shouldn't judge a pub by its neighborhood. Might be if I were Thranish and had all these zealots running about I might need a drink strong enough to make a Troll go blind!"

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JoshuaMabry

Mar 5, 2022 12:47 pm

The Changing Hunt

A drink sounds good. says Mrak, and he strides towards the guards at the door. Ho there, I'd like to go in and get a drink.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 5, 2022 8:08 pm

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"Perhaps a mushroom beer," Ghillie said as he followed.

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 5, 2022 8:21 pm

The Changing Hunt

Don't get your hopes up old man. Mushroom beer is not a common drink. But, sure lets see what they have.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 7, 2022 5:19 pm

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One of these templars of the Silver Flame says, "No drinks here. Just a private Silver Flame party.

Now, run along, dearies, 'afore I get testy." He grabs the hilt of his longsword strapped to his waist, and the other gives an wicked eye in your direction.

The one who hasn't spoken yet squints his eyes, focuses a bit towards Kevin, and says, "Look, Arf. A shifter! Here, shifter! Why don't you come on in now?"

He pushes the one of the double doors open a bit. "You're welcome into this party."

JoshuaMabry

Mar 7, 2022 9:11 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak steps closer to the templars. You looking to start trouble?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 7, 2022 9:54 pm

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The templar who grabbed the hilt of his sword says, "Orc, this is none of your concern. Move along."

The other one steps closer and says, "Oh, we aren't starting any trouble, sir. Perhaps you should join your shifter friend inside. I am sure we can accomodate the both of you."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 7, 2022 11:04 pm

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"Let's move along. There are other establishments," Ghillie suggested. "Leave the Purified to their revels."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 7, 2022 11:07 pm

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"Afraid you can't handle this party, leshy?"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 7, 2022 11:25 pm

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"At my age, son, I'm sure I cannot," Ghillie said with a mocking chuckle. "You boys enjoy yourselves, though, and may you live to get old."

JoshuaMabry

Mar 7, 2022 11:29 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak causally rests his hand on the pommel of his sword.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 8, 2022 1:07 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar catches up after excused himself to take another leak in a back alley (drinking a bucket if anything will do that to you). Stumbling forth and slurring his words, he looks considerably more drunk than before.

"Once you break the seal, the flood gates are open, know what I mean? Hey, what's this walking tin can saying about a party? I am always interested in a party! Tell me, tin can, any shifters inside there with you right now?"

Gunnar steps towards the door and throws it open to let in the light of day.

"Let's see what kind of party a tin can has bwhahaha!

OOC:

Taking a look through the open door to see what I see, looking in particular for any trouble going on inside.

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Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 8, 2022 1:47 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin leans toward Kevin and whispers "so these are the particularly racist flamers that want to rid the world of nasty lycanthropes and their shifter cousins, do we want to engage in this revelry or pass it by?"

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 8, 2022 12:40 pm

The Changing Hunt

I know of the silver flame thank you. Sargent Keel was of that persuasion...
But it is a private party and we will not intrude

Kevin turns from the door. Besides I prefer intelligent company.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 8, 2022 4:54 pm

The Changing Hunt

Len says:

OOC:

Taking a look through the open door to see what I see, looking in particular for any trouble going on inside.

"Intelligent company, eh? Then perhaps you'll like our friend in there."

Both Silver Flame guys draw their swords.

OOC:

You all can still avoid initiative, but if you're itching for a fight like I am, then roll initiative *lol*.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 8, 2022 6:08 pm

The Changing Hunt

Quote:

You briefly see someone pinned to the wall by something physical (you cannot tell what from your brief look in), and strange bluish-green ichor drips from their palms. It seems that they are crucified to the wall, with about 5 people cheering with mugs in-hand.

Gunnar laughs at the swords being drawn.

"By the Sovereign Host, you boys are touchy. Thick armour but thin skins, eh? Now put your swords away before you get hurt. What's the story with that person pinned against the wall?"

OOC:

Many of you have expressed that your characters are not interested in stirring up trouble here. Out of character, if you players are wanting to stay out of this I can find a reason to desist.

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 8, 2022 7:29 pm

The Changing Hunt

Kevin opens his bag and lets his battle cat emerge.
I'll always try to live by my grandpa's favourite saying. Never start a fight, but always finish it

The metallic construct walks around Kevins legs and takes a place at his left side.
Tell me again how attacking peaceful civilians is a "defending the innocent? Its seems to me that you are listening to whispers. Listen to the Voice of the Flame; beware the deceiving whispers of the Shadow in the Flame. The quote is taken directly from the church of the Silver Flame mantra.

OOC:

Kevin will not attack unprovoked

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 8, 2022 9:02 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Don't get your swords hard, boys. You won't be having any fun with us," the druid said as he continued walking. "Let us away, friends."

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JoshuaMabry

Mar 9, 2022 1:16 am

The Changing Hunt

Pinned against the wall? Mrak looks in too. What does he see?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 1:20 am

The Changing Hunt

They sheath their swords and say, "Ah, you are no fun! We coulda had a swell time here!"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 1:48 am

The Changing Hunt

In his haste to leave, Ghillie missed the 'pinned to the wall' from Gunnar.

"Looks like you boys got your swords hard long before we got here. Who're you poking?"

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 3:20 am

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The templar quietly says, "It's just a changeling that was pokin' around where he shouldn't have been. Are you ready to join them?"

He looks in and says, "Alright, boys! We have some company for our friend. Come help me round 'em up!"

Those cheering inside turn and draw their weapons.

OOC:

Y'all officially asked about their goings-on. Roll initiative.

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Rolls

Silver Flame Templars Initiative - (1d20+1, 1d20+1)

1d20+1 : (1) + 1 = 2

1d20+1 : (10) + 1 = 11

Silver Flame Cleric Initiative - (1d20+2)

(20) + 2 = 22

Silver Flame Followers Initiative - (1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+2, 1d20+2)

1d20+2 : (17) + 2 = 19

1d20+2 : (7) + 2 = 9

1d20+2 : (18) + 2 = 20

1d20+2 : (19) + 2 = 21

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 4:32 am

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"Torturing thinking beings? That isn't what right-thinking, upstanding men of faith should be doing. My god would like a word with you," the old druid said as the air around him momentarily darkened with swirling dust motes.

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Rolls

Init to win it! - (1D20+3)

(20) + 3 = 23

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 9, 2022 5:54 am

The Changing Hunt

Fools! Kevin draws his sword

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+1)

(10) + 1 = 11

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 9, 2022 6:24 am

The Changing Hunt

As the tin cans draw their swords, Gunnar laughs at them.

"Well, you can't say I didn't warn ya."

The last of the Mror Howlers cracks his knuckles, and a smile begins to creep across his face.

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+2)

(13) + 2 = 15

JoshuaMabry

Mar 9, 2022 11:35 am

The Changing Hunt

Mrak wordlessly unlimbers his greatsword, a wicked smile forming on his face.

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20)

(2) = 2

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 9, 2022 12:15 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin steps back away from the guards, keeping their empty hands visible, and angles to see inside if possible. Alin will be ready to use a psychic blade if necessary, but is not planning on starting a fight. "Let us leave these gentlemen to their business. "

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 5:08 pm

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OOC:

Ghillie, you're first to react.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 5:48 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Figheagan!" Ghillie shouted, his hands seemingly pulling up roots from the ground to entangle the unholy men on the street and in the tavern!

OOC:

Action: Casting

[ +- ] Entangle!

Centered somewhere back in the tavern to catch the ones outside plus as many as possible inside.
Move: Back 30 feet or as far back as the street or buildings allow.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 7:34 pm

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Ghillie's vines come up from the ground, and assaults the entire group of assailants, one of whom avoids the grasping of the vines, but the rest have their legs tying them in place on the ground.

One who seems like a leader looks at the vines that bind him and says, "May the flame protect me." A silver hue shimmers around his figure, and then normalizes. 4 of the followers inside try to free themselves of the vines holding them in place.

OOC:

Gunnar's and Kevin's turns

Rolls

Silver Flame Templars Saving Throws - (1d20+2, 1d20+2)

1d20+2 : (2) + 2 = 4

1d20+2 : (1) + 2 = 3

Silver Flame Cleric Saving Throws - (1d20+1)

(7) + 1 = 8

Silver Flame Followers Saving Throws - (1d20, 1d20, 1d20, 1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (8) = 8

1d20 : (1) = 1

1d20 : (17) = 17

1d20 : (8) = 8

Silver Flame Followers Saving Throws (their action on their turn) - (1d20, 1d20, 1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (3) = 3

1d20 : (7) = 7

1d20 : (15) = 15

1d20 : (7) = 7

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 9, 2022 7:58 pm

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OOC:

@HeroAmongMen would you approve my new character sheet?

Kevin toss in a ping-pong-sized ball into the inn. It explodes in a cloud of glitter

[ +- ] fairy fire

Rolls

Fairy Fire Dex save DC 14 - (8d20)

(1816132379) = 59

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 9, 2022 11:40 pm

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All but two of the folks inside the room have light stuck on them, and it is much easier to see these enemies for those interested in cutting them down.

OOC:

Gunnar's up.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 10, 2022 2:14 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar will roar with laughter as he watches the sprouting vines and exploding ball of glitter completely hose these clowns. Positioning himself in the doorway, he slams the haft of the axe down into the paving stones and shouts a war cry in Dwarven: "Baruk Khazâd! Khazâd ai-mênu!"

Spectral Dwarves begin to materialize, all that is left of the Mror Howlers.

He slams the blunt top of Fuldmåne into the face of the nearest guard at the door.

"Now this is a party!"

OOC:

Bonus action: rage!
Action: Attack one of the door guards: 15 vs AC for 16 slashing damage.
• Assuming he is restrained or faerie fired, so I will have advantage. If he is neither of these then I will use reckless attack.
• If the attack would kill him, I will choose to incapacitate instead.
• If they are hit, they will be affected by Ancestral Protectors (described below)

[ +- ] Ancestral Protectors

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Rolls

Fuldmåne! - (1d20+6, 1d20+6, 1d12+4)

1d20+6 : (9) + 6 = 15

1d20+6 : (3) + 6 = 9

1d12+4 : (12) + 4 = 16

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Mar 10, 2022 7:16 pm

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Gunnar is able to connect with the arm of one of the shining armored guards in the front.

The guard, drawing his sword, grunts and the sword becomes engulfed in a flame. He then strikes twice at the Mror Howler, but is not able to find purchase on the howler's body.

OOC:

Bonus Action: Flaming Weapon
Action: Multi-Attack (longsword attacks vs. Gunnar)

One of the lit-up followers takes his dagger and throws it at Gunnar (but misses), and then kneels next to the priest and starts pulling away the vines that hold his leader down.

OOC:

Action: Dagger thrown at Gunnar
Bonus Action: Helping the leader pull away the vines

The other guard in front lights his sword on fire, and then presses the area around his feet to burn the vines from them. He then buckles down, putting his sword into a defensive stance, and awaits assault from his enemies.

OOC:

Bonus Action: Flaming Weapon
Action: Dodge

Mrak's, Alin's, and Ghillie's turns.

Rolls

2 Attacks, longsword vs Gunnar (disadv) - (1d20+4, 1d20+4, 1d10+2, 1d6, 1d20+4, 1d20+4, 1d10+2, 1d6)

1d20+4 : (20) + 4 = 24

1d20+4 : (9) + 4 = 13

1d10+2 : (10) + 2 = 12

1d6 : (1) = 1

1d20+4 : (3) + 4 = 7

1d20+4 : (6) + 4 = 10

1d10+2 : (6) + 2 = 8

1d6 : (5) = 5

Dagger thrown vs Gunnar - (1d20+4, 1d4+2)

1d20+4 : (2) + 4 = 6

1d4+2 : (1) + 2 = 3

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 11, 2022 2:26 am

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Gunnar almost flinches as the fiery blade nearly connects with him multiple times, but the entangled vines seem to catch the man's arm.

"These vines are bloody useful, Ghillie! I wish we had 'em on the wall of Caladeen!" Gunnar calls out as he sidesteps the badly thrown dagger.

OOC:

Thanks for averting that crit!

Last edited March 11, 2022 2:27 am

Len

Mar 11, 2022 2:30 am

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OOC:

Oops I forgot to add +2 rage bonus damage to my attack earlier, should be 18 damage total.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 11, 2022 3:17 am

The Changing Hunt

"Balinor provides for those in step with natural law," Ghillie grunted in appreciation to Gunnar.

''Let the man you're tormenting go! It isn't right! Let him go and we're done here!" he shouted to the zealots. "But if you won't see the error of your ways..."

The druid took a deep breath then boomed "Dia dall thu!"

A liquid darkness flowed into the Silver Flame leader's eyes, its ink threatened to blind him!

OOC:

Glad to help, Len. :)
Action: Casting

[ +- ] Blindness/Deafness!

Move: To safely get within 30 feet of the leader, cast, then move back as much as possible.
Concentration: Maintaining focus on Entangle.

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Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 11, 2022 3:56 am

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Not sure what happened but my last post was meant for long before any of the action

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+4)

(20) + 4 = 24

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 11, 2022 4:03 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin twitches their wrists and focuses on piercing the guard engaged with Gunnar. "Flaming bastard, hope you enjoy this"

Rolls

Psychic Blade (action) to hit - (1d20+6)

(19) + 6 = 25

Psychic Blade (action) damage - (1d6+4)

(3) + 4 = 7

Psychic Blade (bonus) to hit - (1d20+6)

(6) + 6 = 12

Psychic Blade (bonus) damage - (1d4+4)

(2) + 4 = 6

Sneak attack damage damage - (2d6)

(32) = 5

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 11, 2022 4:12 am

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Crits everywhere so far!

JoshuaMabry

Mar 11, 2022 11:36 am

The Changing Hunt

Mrak draws his greatsword and steps up to the knight Gunner has injured. He swings in a mighty arc, attempting to sever the man's arm completely.

Last edited March 11, 2022 11:37 am

Rolls

Greatsword attack - (1d20+5)

(8) + 5 = 13

Greatsword damage - (2d6+3)

(53) + 3 = 11

w/Advantage - (1d20+5)

(9) + 5 = 14

Len

Mar 11, 2022 2:10 pm

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OOC:

@JoshuaMabry I think you can attack with advantage because that one is restrained.

Last edited March 11, 2022 2:49 pm

JoshuaMabry

Mar 11, 2022 2:27 pm

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OOC:

@Len Thanks.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 11, 2022 6:09 pm

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The druid moves to view the crowd still inside the building, and sees and blinds the cleric of the Silver Flame Zealots.

Alin launches a couple of psychic blades against the guard directly fighting with Gunnar, one of which hits just underneath an opening in his armor.

Mrak takes his greatsword and takes a great swing at the guard, but he deflects it with his longsword.

Rolls

Priest Con Save - (1d20+2)

(5) + 2 = 7

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Mar 11, 2022 6:23 pm

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The cleric, blinded by the druid, walks towards the wall, and feels the wall as he retreats to a halfway in the back of the place. He focuses in and says, "Flame, help me escape these heathens!" He is able to move a bit farther, seemingly guided by some unseen force, and he leaves your line of sight as he turns a corner down the hallway.

OOC:

Move Action, then bonus action to cast Expeditious Retreat, dashing to get away.

One of the two unbound followers walk up to the doors and go down to the floor to help the bound guard free themselves of their bonds from behind him.

The other pulls out a shortbow he had strung to his back and fires at the Mror Howler, but it hits the doorframe above Gunnar's head.

The other two attempt to free themselves of their vine bonds, and one manages to escape.

OOC:

Gunnar's and Kevin's turns.

Rolls

Shortbow attack vs. Gunnar - (1d20+4, 1d8+2)

1d20+4 : (6) + 4 = 10

1d8+2 : (6) + 2 = 8

Silver Flame Followers Strength Save - (1d20, 1d20)

1d20 : (16) = 16

1d20 : (13) = 13

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 11, 2022 8:51 pm

The Changing Hunt

Its time you run away! I'm not going to tell you again how outmatched you are.

OOC:

Ready action: Kevin will attack the next fanatic that makes an attack
Last time to withdraw before Kevin draws blood

Last edited March 12, 2022 7:18 am

Rolls

Intimidation - (1d20+2)

(7) + 2 = 9

A: Infused Longsword - Attack - (2d20H1+6)

(49) + 6 = 15

A: Infused Longsword - Damage - (1d8+5)

(3) + 5 = 8

BA: SteelDefender Force-Empowered Rend - Attack - (2d20H1+4)

(1315) + 4 = 19

BA: SteelDefender Force-Empowered Rend - Damage - (1d8+2)

(5) + 2 = 7

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 12, 2022 4:12 am

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Gunnar is shaking with laughter as the arrow thuds into the doorframe.

"Bwahaha! You blind buffoons! What did that doorframe ever do to you?

The laugh is mirthful but there is also mania creeping on the edges of that laugh. It is the kind of thing that might make an enemy wonder about Gunnar's sanity and, perhaps, reconsider fighting with an insane dwarf with such a big axe and ghosts coming out of his skin.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 12, 2022 6:43 am

The Changing Hunt

"Your leader has fled! Leave this place!"

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 12, 2022 12:40 pm

The Changing Hunt

The templars are pissed, but after looking around, they say, "Well, that wasn't as fun as we had with this guy. Hope you have more fun."

They all (followers and templars) sheath their weapons, tuck their tails between their legs (so to speak, since they aren't shifters), and they walk back down the hallway, in the same direction that the cleric walked.

You are left alone in this building, which upon further inspection isn't a tavern so much as a dessert hall (the large menu inside has nothing but desserts, and there is no bar here), but these fools came in here with a keg of crude, nasty ale.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 12, 2022 12:49 pm

The Changing Hunt

This strange creature is still pinned to the wall. You can tell that he is a changeling, but has some different physiological features. Upon closer look at the topless, pinned person, you can see that he has what looks like fish gills in his chest. His hands are bleeding different colored blood, and he is nailed to the wall with 10-penny nails. His feet are on the ground, so the stigmata in his palms have not torn from his weight, but you can tell that he is in excruciating pain. He also looks severely dehydrated, and beaten.

He looks up at you briefly, says "thank...you..." weakly, and then his head drops, and his legs buckle, and his body sags down from where he is nailed to the wall.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 12, 2022 7:24 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin quickly picks up the person to take the weight off of the nails. "Does anyone have some tools to extract this poor soul?"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 12, 2022 7:26 pm

The Changing Hunt

Cautiously and with a tendril or two whipping about him, Ghillie dismissed what remained of the entangling weeds and went to the injured man.

"No bother, son," he said before the crucified man fainted then also helped supported the now unconscious man's weight so the hand wounds didn't tear any further. "Kevin? Got a claw hammer or any pliers? Once you pull them out, I'll patch him up."

OOC:

That was the first time I've ever used Blindness/Deafness. Glad it worked. :)

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Rolls

Perception - (1D20+3)

(3) + 3 = 6

JoshuaMabry

Mar 13, 2022 12:30 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak moves with unexpected gentleness to help the others with the figure nailed to the wall. I've got him Alin.

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 13, 2022 3:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

Kevin always have the right tools. He gives his metal cat a look and mental command. "Guard!"
Then he gets to work. He removes the nails without damaging the changeling any further.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 13, 2022 5:25 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin lays the figure on the floor and looks for wounds. "They are not heavy Mrak"

Rolls

Medicine - (1d20+1)

(11) + 1 = 12

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 13, 2022 6:55 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Rest easy, we'll see to your wounds," Ghille said then looked over the shapeshifter's visible injuries. "Apart from the hands, does it hurt anywhere in particular?"

When the druid sent a wave of healing through the changeling, small patches of glowing green mushrooms grew over the hand wounds and anywhere else of major damage then shriveled away.

"Focal leighis."

The healing was minor but it would hopefully keep the changeling alive.

OOC:

Medicine check then casting Healing Word.

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Rolls

Medicine check - (1d20+6)

(4) + 6 = 10

Healing Word - (1d4+4)

(1) + 4 = 5

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 14, 2022 3:58 pm

The Changing Hunt

The mushrooms that grow on the changeling's hands begin sewing flesh back together perfectly, and after several seconds, the person opens their eyes, and wells of tears fill them.

He hugs you, and then says, "I thought I was going to die. Thank you, thank you..." he sobs, holding the person closest to them who is tending to them.

"Can I have some water, please? I am so dehydrated."

After you all give the person some water, he says, "I think I am strong enough to leave this place. Please, can we leave?"

JoshuaMabry

Mar 14, 2022 4:04 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak helps the changeling to his feet and supports his weight. How did you come to be here?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 14, 2022 5:27 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I was on a task in this particular region. If you want specifics, I think we should get to someplace safe first; we're not out of the woods yet."

He starts hopping on one foot towards the front door.

JoshuaMabry

Mar 14, 2022 5:38 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak again slips his shoulder under the changelings arm, wordlessly helping him through the door.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 14, 2022 6:19 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Do you know such a place? We are new to this city."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 14, 2022 8:18 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I'm not sure, *pant pant* but at least out of this human district.

" *pant pant* These racists assholes are not above ganging *pant pant* up on fewer numbers in the streets, and they *pant pant* are not above lying to the authorities.

"You must have *pant pant* come from someplace safer than here *pant pant*."

JoshuaMabry

Mar 14, 2022 8:29 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak moves his hands to the changeling’s chest. They glow a radiant blue, and the changelings wounds heal further.

OOC:

Lay on Hands for 5 hit points.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 14, 2022 10:04 pm

The Changing Hunt

Raelyn thanks the orc, then changes his form to that of a human man. He says, "Do any of you have a shirt? I would prefer to hide some of my features."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 15, 2022 6:56 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar has been keeping his distance. He doesn't want to crowd the injured man, and figures others are better at the healing. Instead, he watches at the door for trouble.

As the others bring him forward, he hears the changeling's request for a shirt. Gunnar considers draping his bear skin around him, but figures it will only make things worse.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 15, 2022 10:50 am

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Is there any clothing or tablecloth in the room that can be used to cover them?

"Do you have the strength to change your look a little my friend? If we encounter those singleskins outside, it it would be best if you could slip away with some anonymity."

Rolls

Perception (E+5) glancing around for shirt, etc. - (1d20+5)

(14) + 5 = 19

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 15, 2022 10:04 pm

The Changing Hunt

There are some tablecloths around, but nothing that is specifically clothing.

The changeling shifts his face to that of a human, then thinks for a moment, focuses, and his ears develop little points.

He says, "I am not sure what has happened to me, but I cannot shed these gashes on my chest, no matter how much I try to alter their form.

"Thus the need for the shirt."

Len says:

Gunnar has been keeping his distance. He doesn't want to crowd the injured man, and figures others are better at the healing. Instead, he watches at the door for trouble.

Gunnar, you hear in the distance the sounds of many gruff voices, and you surmise that it is coming from a few blocks away, and it's coming in your general direction.

As you look about, you do see some alleys that may allow you to hide or travel discretely from here.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 16, 2022 1:17 am

The Changing Hunt

"Hey fellas, sounds like the tins cans are headed back. Now, I'm all for heroic last stands, but I've been thinking of turning a new leaf lately. What do you say we try some slinking in dark alleys and such?"

Gunnar hikes his thumb toward the rat maze of alleys out back.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 16, 2022 2:11 am

The Changing Hunt

"Tablecloths will do. I walk around in moss just fine. Come on... away from that rabble."

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 16, 2022 4:37 am

The Changing Hunt

In a pinch you can hide in my bag of holding. But we gotta go now! Kevin has lost patience.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 16, 2022 1:30 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Let’s move to another location my friend. It seems that the Traveler is throwing us onto a shared path for now".
Alin wraps a tablecloth around the changeling like a cape.

OOC:

Do the gills disappear?

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HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 16, 2022 3:56 pm

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

OOC:

Do the gills disappear?

You see his skin shift, and then retract into his skin briefly, but the change doesn't hold, and they reappear.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 17, 2022 11:58 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin quickly guides the injured changeling outside. Keeping an eye out for the soldiers of the silver flame.

OOC:

I want to invoke the acolyte background feature "Shelter of the Faithful" to know where there is a safe haven for changelings in this city.

Rolls

Perception…. how close are the knights? - (1d20+5)

(7) + 5 = 12

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 17, 2022 9:59 pm

The Changing Hunt

The crowd seems loud, and seems about a block away now.

OOC:

Are you all progressing into one of the alleys?

JoshuaMabry

Mar 17, 2022 11:39 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak tries to steer the others into an alley away from the noise. I don’t think we want to stick around for this. Then again, it might make for a good fight.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 18, 2022 12:07 am

The Changing Hunt

"Into an alley and keep moving!" Ghillie urged. For all his complaints, the old druid moved quite quickly when necessary.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 18, 2022 4:16 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar approaches slinking in the alleys with the same gusto as he would driving his axe through an enemy's bones.

"Am I slinking or what?"

His wife frame crashes into a rubbish heap, sending a small pack of disgruntled stray cats screeching into the alley.

"Alright, it needs a little work, bwahaha!"

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Rolls

Slinking Stealth - (1d20+2)

(2) + 2 = 4

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 18, 2022 8:06 am

The Changing Hunt

Kevin takes out a Rubix size kube and sets it on one of the tables. It got ever-changing lights dotting around the cube making it look cute and entertaining, or ominous and dangerous, depending on your level of paranoia. He is betting that the silver flame guys will think the latter and it will hopefully buy them some time

[ +- ] Magical Tinkering

Then he follows the group into the ally.

Rolls

Stealth - (1d20+1)

(13) + 1 = 14

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 18, 2022 3:29 pm

The Changing Hunt

The group navigates an alley, and it seems to turn left, then right, then right, then left. It feels as though the alley is more labyrinthian than it seemed at first, and after about 10 or 15 minutes of traveling down, you don't hear the voices behind you, but you also don't know where you are. You realize pretty quickly, also, that the alley is now a tunnel that traverses down under the city.

The tunnel is huge, big enough to fit a giant, and the architecture changes from what you know to be Thranish human style to something that you haven't seen before (but what Kevin figures is from the Cul'sir era). It is too dark, so those without darkvision would need to have some sort of light source. You also start to notice that the way up ahead of where you are is flooded (probably knee-high water from what you can tell).

JoshuaMabry

Mar 18, 2022 3:41 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak draws his sword again and slowly advances into the water, trusting his darkvision to help him find his way, and staying alert for danger.

Rolls

Perception check - (1d20+2)

(9) + 2 = 11

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 18, 2022 5:21 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Sewers?" Ghillie asked. "Large sewers. I'm quite used to such in Sharn. Some of the best specimens grow in these dark, damp, fetid conditions."

The druid's eyes briefly glowed green as his vision slipped beyond the normal range and he scanned the area. He thought of the possible dangers that might exist in such a place, at least those he was familiar with in Khorvaire, but there should be similarities between many creatures that would inhabit such locales.

"Careful, son. Might be some nasty things in that water."

OOC:

Casting Darkvision. Ghillie has darkvision out to a range of 60 feet for the next 8 hours.

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Rolls

Nature - (1d20+2)

(16) + 2 = 18

Perception - (1d20+3)

(15) + 3 = 18

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 18, 2022 6:09 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Ah, tis nice to be underground again," Gunnar says as his eyes adjust to his Dwarvish darkvision.

As the party moves forward, he engages their new changeling companion in conversation.

"So, what's your story? How'd you get mixed up with those zealots back there? Not sure if the sewer was what you had in mind for a hiding spot, but it ought to do the trick for now. Those prissy wankers won't want to get their armor dirty, I reckon, bwahaha!"

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Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 19, 2022 8:29 am

The Changing Hunt

Just like tunnels during the war... it is hard to tell if Kevin is remembering fond or horrible memories. But he moves to the front with confidence

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 19, 2022 4:04 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I have to apologize to those who can see in the dark, I will have to spoil things for you."
Alin takes out their everbright lantern and adjusts the hood to shine a narrow beam ahead. They cast the light about.
"This city was built upon the ruins of the giants…."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 21, 2022 4:40 pm

The Changing Hunt

You wade into the water, and it remains about waste-deep. You travel for about 15 minutes, turning left and right at various intervals, until you arrive at a cavern opening. The path comes up out of the water, and you find yourselves in a huge cavern, probably 60 feet high and 120 feet wide.

The walls have ornate carvings, looking almost like the faces of our world's babylonian reliefs and statues.

https://www.thevintagenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pjimage-5-1-640x344.jpg

Upon inspection, you see puddles of water, some 10 feet in diameter, interspersed randomly around the place.

JoshuaMabry

Mar 21, 2022 4:44 pm

The Changing Hunt

Where are we, do you think? Mrak looks around the tunnel for anything out of sorts, then studies the carvings intently.

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Rolls

Perception check - (1d20+2)

(17) + 2 = 19

Investigation check - (1d20)

(9) = 9

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 21, 2022 8:30 pm

The Changing Hunt

Old giant dwellings. Kevin gives some of the puddles of water a quick inspection. Just puddles, something deeper, part of a design?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 21, 2022 8:31 pm

The Changing Hunt

You just see the cavern continue forward. If Alin uses his everbright lantern, he would see that the cavern continues farther forward than he can discern. There are these bas reliefs carved along the walls all through this cavern, and as you walk, you begin to notice some kind of story play out.

OOC:

History checks from the group, please!

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 21, 2022 8:34 pm

The Changing Hunt

runekyndig says:

Old giant dwellings. Kevin gives some of the puddles of water a quick inspection. Just puddles, something deeper, part of a design?

Upon further inspection of the puddles, you realize that they are actually deep, as if the stone here was actually more of like a strange stone pipe or something, and that below is actually some kind of continuous pooling of water.

OOC:

I am having a hard time describing it in narrative form.

Basically, it looks like the cavern you are in is the inside of a gargantuan stone box, and the 10-foot diameter puddles are actually just holes in the walls of the box, and there is water underneath the structure you are in.

JoshuaMabry

Mar 21, 2022 8:34 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak scratches his head. Hrmm

Rolls

History check - (1d20)

(20) = 20

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 21, 2022 8:48 pm

The Changing Hunt

HeroAmongMen says:

OOC:

I am having a hard time describing it in narrative form.

Basically, it looks like the cavern you are in is the inside of a gargantuan stone box, and the 10-foot diameter puddles are actually just holes in the walls of the box, and there is water underneath the structure you are in.

OOC:

You got the message across

Kevin picks out a hammer and ties it to his rope. This rudimentary plumbline is lowered down into a hole just to get an idea of how deep they are.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 22, 2022 12:08 am

The Changing Hunt

"Giants. I've never seen a live one up close, just taken samples, and the ones who built this are far too old for samples."

Ghillie avoided the bottomless puddles, pondered on the complex's purpose, and examined the ornate carvings for both archaeological and monetary value.

OOC:

Using my Historical Knowledge feature: When you enter a ruin or dungeon, you can correctly ascertain its original purpose and determine its builders, whether those were dwarves, elves, humans, yuan-ti, or some other known race. In addition, you can determine the monetary value of art objects more than a century old.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 22, 2022 11:09 am

The Changing Hunt

Alins sweeps the lantern across the room and tries to scan the carvings in what may be the proper order. "Random hole patterns may not be part of the original design, could be that something else created those, maybe you dont want to go dropping anything in them…"

Rolls

History - (1d20+1)

(13) + 1 = 14

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 22, 2022 11:57 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Ooh, pretty pictures..."

Rolls

History - (1d20-1)

(15) - 1 = 14

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 23, 2022 6:27 am

The Changing Hunt

That is why I have my hammer on a rope. To see how deep it is. After his test, he packs hammer and rope back away, and turns his back to his hole. We should keep moving

OOC:

And this would the cinematic opportune moment for a tentacle to raise from the hole :D

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 24, 2022 4:12 am

The Changing Hunt

runekyndig says:

That is why I have my hammer on a rope. To see how deep it is. After his test, he packs hammer and rope back away, and turns his back to his hole. We should keep moving

OOC:

And this would the cinematic opportune moment for a tentacle to raise from the hole :D

The rope seems to go in for 50 feet without hitting bottom, and you bring it up without anything cool/weird/crazy happening.

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 24, 2022 7:35 am

The Changing Hunt

Don't get into the holes, they are deep. Lets move on

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 24, 2022 11:23 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin shines the everbright lantern into the darkness.

OOC:

Is there an obvious exit or just the continuation of the "box". Do we know what story is being told with the reliefs?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 24, 2022 8:04 pm

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

Alin shines the everbright lantern into the darkness.

OOC:

Is there an obvious exit or just the continuation of the "box". Do we know what story is being told with the reliefs?

The darkness seems to extend beyond the reach of the everbright lantern as you walk slowly forward.

Those of you with a result higher than 18 (and Ghillie, who can reasonably interpret the results using his background feature) ascertain that this is a historical depiction of the generations of the Giant civilization.

Those of you who speak Giant can recognize some of the letters on the walls, but Ghillie knows that this is very old Giant language, which, at the start of this cavern, is not discernible. As you progress in the cavern, it is as if you are witnessing the transformation of the Giant language over the millenia, as it becomes more readable. You are able to read some names, such as Cul'sir Dagon, Cul'sir Fay-shont, and some of the names are scratched out or worn out by time.

You also a circle with relief profiles of 5 different fire giants, each facial profile surrounded by a shape resembling an element: Declant Su'lat (fire), Fallon Su'lat (water), Saren Su'lat (rock), Cortyr Su'lat (air), and Rawtha Su'lat (something whispy, but you cannot figure out what element this is).

You also start to notice the puddles not just into the floor of this cavern, but you see the puddles along the walls now, and along the ceiling.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 26, 2022 1:48 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

puddles on the walls and ceiling meaning that the water is defying gravity?

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 26, 2022 9:10 pm

The Changing Hunt

Something magical is a foot. I don't like those puddels in the walls
Kevin is getting uneasy
Are we sure that continuing on is a good idea?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 26, 2022 9:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Maybe if you drink enough of the upside down water you'll float in the air? Bwahaha! But seriously I don't see too much of value, just a lot of weird. Now if it were piles of upside down diamonds I'd be pitching my tent and be eager to stick around. As it is, I'll let you all decide. I'm fine either way."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 6:55 am

The Changing Hunt

"A meeting place," Ghillie suggested and pointed at the gathered different giant fresco, "with these pools bringing you here and taking you back whence you came?"

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 7:00 am

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

OOC:

puddles on the walls and ceiling meaning that the water is defying gravity?

OOC:

Yes, defying gravity. Exactly.

It’s bizarre.

Gunnar with stone cunning would know that these runes and carvings are from many thousands of years ago.

As you continue walking, you see a large platform against the far wall of the cavern, which you now see.

The platform looks like the platform from the beginning of Raiders of the Lost Ark, and the carvings culminate and ultimately point the person following them to the platform.

Atop the platform is a 2 inch ball of Mithral, embedded with red, blue, and green dragonshard bits.

The ball sits in an indentation in the platform, seemingly designed to hold it.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 28, 2022 7:16 am

The Changing Hunt

"Bah, I spoke too soon! Take a gander at that shiny bauble up there!"

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 28, 2022 7:18 am

The Changing Hunt

Come on, let our pursuers spring this trap as it surely is. That is what he says anyway. But Kevin can't stop himself from looking around, trying to spot the mechanisms. Pressure trigger, holes in the walls for projectiles etc.

Rolls

Investigation - (1d20+4)

(14) + 4 = 18

JoshuaMabry

Mar 28, 2022 10:29 am

The Changing Hunt

Is the ball attached to the platform, or just resting in the indentation?

Rolls

Investigation - (1d20)

(4) = 4

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 28, 2022 4:39 pm

The Changing Hunt

"clearly a trap, but why un triggered? Given the age of this place as you say Gunnar, and the relative ease of us finding it, it makes me doubly suspicious" Alin looks to their new companion. "Realyn my friend, do you have any knowledge of this place?"

Alin shines the light past the ball on the pedestal looking for a way to continue past.

Rolls

Perception (E+5) - (1d20+5)

(5) + 5 = 10

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 4:59 pm

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

Is the ball attached to the platform, or just resting in the indentation?

It is just resting on the indentation.

runekyndig says:

But Kevin can't stop himself from looking around, trying to spot the mechanisms. Pressure trigger, holes in the walls for projectiles etc.

There is one mechanism that you can see, to the left of the platform, and upon further investigation you determine there to be a lever that can be pulled from the wall. You also realize that the geometric-designed relief behind the platform actually is a massive door, and Kevin surmises it is too big even for the brutish figures in his group to push or pull open.

The puddles begin to shimmer, and those trained in Nature all at the same time realize that the moon Kythri is overhead this night. As you think on that, from the ceiling you see a large, red, slimy toadlike creature climb out of a puddle, then another, and then another. They stand on the ceiling, as if gravity is reversed for them.

OOC:

Roll initiative. We will do a group initiative this combat. I would like all of you to roll, and then we will take the average, compared to a an average of 11 for the monsters here. If your group average is above 11, then you will go first. If less, the monsters will go first.

[ +- ] Scene Description

As the creatures come through, you also hear, as if from some ancient speaker(seems to be emanating from the platform): "The plane of Kythri? Damn, you gotta take me out of here!"

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 28, 2022 5:34 pm

The Changing Hunt

Dammit! Kevin draws his sword.

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+1)

(6) + 1 = 7

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 5:39 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Moon pools," Ghillie pronounced, "this time opening to the chaos of Kythri."

He looked over the frog-like creatures to confirm they were what he feared they were.

"And did that obviously trapped bauble speak?"

Rolls

Init to win it! - (1d20+3)

(20) + 3 = 23

Nature - (1D20+2)

(13) + 2 = 15

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 28, 2022 6:11 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin pushes Realyn behind the podium and prepares to attack.

OOC:

what is the range to the slaadi on the ceiling? Are any carrying ranged weapons?

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+4)

(11) + 4 = 15

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 28, 2022 6:44 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Toad warriors? I've never killed those before! I knew you guys would be a lot of fun!"

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20+2)

(5) + 2 = 7

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 8:12 pm

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

OOC:

what is the range to the slaadi on the ceiling? Are any carrying ranged weapons?

OOC:

They are about 8 feet tall (they are large creatures), red in color, with arms of about 6 1/2 feet in length. The ceiling is about 60 feet up, and they don't have ranged weapons.

annex says:

"Moon pools," Ghillie pronounced, "this time opening to the chaos of Kythri."

Yes, you realize that this seems like a manifest zone to Kythri, but what is strange to you is that you have never heard of such a focused location for a manifest zone (typically, they span a larger area of land or space).

You notice on the edgings of the wall that the geometric shapes may indicate something to do with the phases of the moons orbiting Eberron. Tonight, Kythri is full only, with other moons at various lunar phases tonight.

Those facts don't necessarily account for why it seems like the manifest zone is focused specifically in this chamber, but that could be something to explore after this dangerous circumstance.

annex says:

"And did that obviously trapped bauble speak?"

"Yes, I can speak, and no, I'm not trapped. Take me out of here! I don't want one of those crazy things to eat me, or worse..."

OOC:

Just waiting on Mrak's initiative, and then we will proceed.

JoshuaMabry

Mar 28, 2022 8:21 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak grins and draws his Greatsword.

Rolls

Initiative - (1d20)

(9) = 9

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 8:23 pm

The Changing Hunt

Raelyn instinctively grabs the sphere thing and says, "I got you."

He then says, "Shifter, how do we interact with this hatch/door thing?"

He then tries to pull on the seams in the walls, to no avail. You all don't see any traps set off.

OOC:

Alright, your average initiative is 12.2, so good guys go first. First come, first served.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 9:12 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Slaadi. Vicious with claws and sometimes spells. We need to run before more come through," Ghillie suggested. "Figheagan!"

Roots and tendrils shot down from the ceiling to try and entangle the slaad!

OOC:

Casting

[ +- ] Entangle!

If the others choose to run, he'll also run.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 28, 2022 10:23 pm

The Changing Hunt

Vines seem to grow through the puddles of two of the slaadi, reaching through and grabbing them, attempting to grasp them and hold them in place. However, Slaad B seems to slip right through the vines.

OOC:

Red Slaad A is restrained by magical vines.

Who's next?

Rolls

Str Save (w/ adv) for Red Slaad A - (2d20H1+3)

(610) + 3 = 13

Str Save (w/ adv) for Red Slaad B - (2d20H1+3)

(713) + 3 = 16

JoshuaMabry

Mar 29, 2022 12:21 am

The Changing Hunt

Am I able to reach them with my sword?

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 29, 2022 2:47 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin gestures at the creature nearest to above our group and two blue blurs manifest near its midsection.

OOC:

:(

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Rolls

Psychic Blade (action) to hit - (1d20+6)

(3) + 6 = 9

Psychic Blade (action) damage - (1d6+4)

(3) + 4 = 7

Psychic Blade (bonus) to hit - (1d20+6)

(4) + 6 = 10

Psychic Blade (bonus) damage - (1d4+4)

(4) + 4 = 8

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 29, 2022 4:21 am

The Changing Hunt

"Nice knives!" Gunnar compliments Alin as he manifests the blue blades in range of the toad monsters. He can't quite make out where they end up, but damn they looked badass. "Alas, my axe can't do that, but that's why I have my girls!"

He pulls forth one of four Javelins. This one is adorned with a black feather and the head has a nasty hook in it. "This one's named Gertie. Ready to fly, lass?"

He gives the javelin a kiss as he readies it for violence.

OOC:

Ready an action to throw a Javelin at the first hostile monster to get within 30ft of Gunnar. If no monster gets within 30ft, hurl it at the closest monster within range at the end of the monster turn. Including roll now for convenience!

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Rolls

Javelin attack - (1d20+6, 1d6+4)

1d20+6 : (8) + 6 = 14

1d6+4 : (5) + 4 = 9

Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 29, 2022 7:44 am

The Changing Hunt

HeroAmongMen says:

Raelyn instinctively grabs the sphere thing and says, "I got you."

He then says, "Shifter, how do we interact with this hatch/door thing?"

He then tries to pull on the seams in the walls, to no avail. You all don't see any traps set off.

OOC:

Alright, your average initiative is 12.2, so good guys go first. First come, first served.

Kevin asks his battle cat to guard him and the changeling while he works on the mechanism. He shifts while he works as he predicts that he will properly not be allowed to finish his work undisturbed.

OOC:

Action: Working his tool That could mean something else
Action: working on the mechanism with his tools
Bonus action: Shift

[ +- ] Proficiencies

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Rolls

Tool + Int + prof - (1d20+6)

(11) + 6 = 17

Temp HP from shifting - (1d6+6)

(6) + 6 = 12

JoshuaMabry

Mar 29, 2022 9:31 am

The Changing Hunt

Mrak also pulls a javelin and readies himself to throw it at the closest Slaadi.

OOC:

What Gunner's doing. :-)

Rolls

Javelin toss! - (1d20+5, 1d6+3)

1d20+5 : (2) + 5 = 7

1d6+3 : (2) + 3 = 5

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 29, 2022 3:44 pm

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

Am I able to reach them with my sword?

OOC:

Not yet, since they are on the ceiling about 40 feet from your reach.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 29, 2022 4:03 pm

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Two of the red slaads run along the ceiling towards opposite walls, and then they use their claws to leverage themselves along the walls. They start to "climb" downward towards the floor to you all.

They get to about 30 feet, and though the psychic blades do not hit, and neither does Mrak's javelin, Gunnar sticks one with his javelin, and it sits in his back as he continue to try to climb the wall downwards towards you.

Strangely, two of the puddles on the walls (one next to each of the slaadi crawling down the walls) aligns underneath the slaadi, and once parallel and aligned, they emit a strange green beam that causes the slaadi to float towards the middle of the cavern, outside their control.

OOC:

They are now helpless and above you lot.

The restrained slaad above grins, and croaks a horrible bellowing sound as his red skin starts to rip. In a grotesque manner, the skin breaks and explodes like a melon with too much pressure, and flies off of the red slaad, and from the nasty gooey remains emerges a green slaad.

In your minds you hear, I have awaited this for decades. Floating fools, consume them!

The red slaadi float helplessly above you, but attempt to swim in the air closer to you, unsuccessfully.

OOC:

I will say they are within striking distance, if you want to slash at them from above you, Mrak and Gunnar.

runekyndig says:

Kevin asks his battle cat to guard him and the changeling while he works on the mechanism. He shifts while he works as he predicts that he will properly not be allowed to finish his work undisturbed.

After some working on the mechanism, you are able to pry the lever out of the wall and pull it, and the hatch starts opening a 10-foot by 10-foot section of the back wall (not the wall that the slaadi are crawling down). It is opening to a dark tunnel, roughly 10 feet by 10 feet, and goes farther than 60 feet, but it is opening slowly.

OOC:

It will take the door about 2 rounds to open.

Your turns.

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Kevin

runekyndig

Mar 29, 2022 6:09 pm

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Once Kevin is sure that he can't make the mechanism go any faster, then withdraws towards the opening door while he has a wand trained on the floating frog people. When the door has opened a hands breath he takes a quick peak inside, just to make sure that they are infact opening a way out, and not letting any more trouble in.

OOC:

Ready action: If one of the slaad are trying to attack one of the party, launch a firebolt.

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Rolls

Ready action: Fire bolt - Attack - (1d20+6)

(20) + 6 = 26

Ready action: Fire bolt - Damage - (1d10)

(7) = 7

Ready action: Fire bolt - crit Damage - (1d10) - (1d10)

(2) = 2

JoshuaMabry

Mar 29, 2022 8:23 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Is the green slaad still restrained? How far away is it? Do I have to pass through the red slaadis threat zone to get to it?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 29, 2022 10:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

OOC:

Is the green slaad still restrained? How far away is it? Do I have to pass through the red slaadis threat zone to get to it?

OOC:

The green slaad is restrained on the ceiling. It would take some flight or levitation or spider climb to get within striking distance of that one. You could hit it within your javelin, but the attack would be with disadvantage due to distance (the green slaad is about 40 feet above your head).

The red slaads are just within reach of your greatsword, though.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Mar 29, 2022 11:56 pm

The Changing Hunt

After he lets Gertie sail into the air, Gunnar stops a moment to appreciate the situation.

"Whacking floating toad warriors out of the air ... are you seeing this too, Mrak? I am starting to wonder if I had a little to much of that mushroom beer."

Not deterred in the slightest, he pulls out his grandfather's axe and swings it at the nearest Red Slaad now that they've gotten themselves into melee range.

OOC:

Action: swing at a red Slaad

Rolls

Great Axe to hit Red Slaad - (1d20+6)

(2) + 6 = 8

Great Axe damage - (1d12+4)

(6) + 4 = 10

JoshuaMabry

Mar 30, 2022 12:08 am

The Changing Hunt

Mrak tries to skewer the same slaad on the end of his sword.

Rolls

Trying to turn my greatsword into a roasting spit! - (1d20+5, 2d6+3)

1d20+5 : (2) + 5 = 7

2d6+3 : (43) + 3 = 10

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 30, 2022 12:51 am

The Changing Hunt

"Spells and skewerings," Ghillie reiterated, "and that one just got more powerful. If you won't run, throw everything at red!"

The air around the old druid darkened as a halo of spores swirled around him before some settled on his skin and living armour.

"And I get the feeling you young folks won't run..."

OOC:

Action: Wildshaping to activate

[ +- ] Symbiotic Entity!

Move: Within 10 feet of the red slaad.
Maintain concentration on Entangle.
Suggestion: Both player and character think we should GTFO.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 30, 2022 12:55 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin slowly backs toward the opening door and again gestures with their hands at the red slaad that is engaged with the front line. The blue dagger like streaks of psychic energy again manifest just before reaching the creature.
"What happens if we pop a green one?"

Rolls

Psychic Blade (action) to hit - (1d20+6)

(11) + 6 = 17

Psychic Blade (action) damage - (1d6+4)

(3) + 4 = 7

Psychic Blade (bonus) to hit - (1d20+6)

(8) + 6 = 14

Psychic Blade (bonus) damage - (1d4+4)

(1) + 4 = 5

Sneak attack damage damage - (2d6)

(26) = 8

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 30, 2022 1:50 am

The Changing Hunt

"The green's less powerful and it's also still tied up!"

runekyndig

Mar 30, 2022 5:24 am

The Changing Hunt

annex says:

[b]

OOC:

Suggestion: Both player and character think we should GTFO.

OOC:

Agreed, that is why Kevin is by the slowly opening door.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 30, 2022 12:31 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Alin is already heading to the door while providing ranged support. Alin can be counted on to drag the changeling along if needed.

JoshuaMabry

Mar 30, 2022 1:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

This is the kind of battle Mrak relishes. Fighting abominations and fiends is his life. He will retreat with the others, but will likely be the last to leave.

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Mar 30, 2022 1:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

OOC:

This is the kind of battle Mrak relishes. Fighting abominations and fiends is his life. He will retreat with the others, but will likely be the last to leave.

OOC:

As long as you keep ‘em engaged Alin will relish the chance at sneak attack damage, from a distance…

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 30, 2022 6:07 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

If the general consensus is to GTFO, Ghillie will instead use his move to go 30 feet away from the red salad.

Len

Mar 30, 2022 6:49 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Gunnar is enjoying himself but is happy to GTFO with the group.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 30, 2022 9:43 pm

The Changing Hunt

The door creaks open slowly and continuously, and as you wait, several of you leverage your attacks against the toad-like slaads attempting to get you all.

Gunnar and Mrak miss their targets, and these two heroes swing at the exact moment of a weird disturbance in the floating gravity field that somehow has grabbed the two enemy creatures.

Ghillie utilizes his fungal spores in a strange way, and Alin leverages some devastating attacks on one of the red slaadi.

Both red slaadi attempt to hit our heroes; they can't quite reach the heroes with their maws, but their claws are able. Gunnar gets hit twice (taking 14 slashing damage), and Mrak gets hit once by sharp dark claws (taking 4 slashing damage)

As they attempt their attacks, Kevin launches a very effective attack on one of them.

The green slaad throws some flames at Alin, seeing the effectiveness of the rogue, and hits him once (delivering 7 fire damage).

Raelyn tries again to pry the door open more, and he squeezes through the door, just barely, but scratches his stomach as he squeezes through.

OOC:

Your turns.

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Rolls

Red Slaad A vs. Mrak (multi-attack) + (con save) - (1d20+6, 1d8+3, 1d20+6, 1d8+3, 1d20+2)

1d20+6 : (9) + 6 = 15

1d8+3 : (5) + 3 = 8

1d20+6 : (19) + 6 = 25

1d8+3 : (1) + 3 = 4

1d20+2 : (17) + 2 = 19

Red Slaad B vs. Gunnar (multi-attack) + (con save) - (1d20+6, 1d8+3, 1d20+6, 1d8+3, 1d20+5)

1d20+6 : (17) + 6 = 23

1d8+3 : (4) + 3 = 7

1d20+6 : (10) + 6 = 16

1d8+3 : (4) + 3 = 7

1d20+5 : (2) + 5 = 7

Green Slaad hurl flames vs. Alin (multi-attack) - (1d20+4, 3d6, 1d20+4, 3d6)

1d20+4 : (17) + 4 = 21

3d6 : (412) = 7

1d20+4 : (8) + 4 = 12

3d6 : (322) = 7

JoshuaMabry

Mar 30, 2022 9:59 pm

The Changing Hunt

The slaad's claw scrapes Mrak's forearm. He looks at the trickle of blood that wells up and grins. He pulls an amulet shaped like a flame made of some sort of red crystal from under his arm. It's attached to a leather cord around his neck. He thrusts it forward towards the slaad. Begone fowl creatures! he shouts.

OOC:

Abjure the extraplanar: As an action, you present your holy symbol and each aberration, celestial, elemental, fey, or fiend within 30 ft. of you that can hear you must make a WIS saving throw (DC: 13). On a failed save, the creature is turned for 1 minute or until it takes damage. A turned creature must spend its turns trying to move as far away from you as it can, and it can’t willingly end its move in a space within 30 feet of you. For its action, it can use only the Dash action or try to escape from an effect that prevents it from moving. If there’s nowhere to move, the creature can take the Dodge action.

I know they can't move, but if this works they won't attack us either.

It seems like through the door is the best move. Mrak moves his speed toward the door.

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 30, 2022 10:02 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Nice!

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Mar 31, 2022 8:29 pm

The Changing Hunt

The paladin invokes his will upon the creatures, and they shy away from the holy symbol.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Mar 31, 2022 8:36 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Well done... Now move it, ya wee bairns!" the druid shouted as he also hoofed it!

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 1, 2022 4:54 am

The Changing Hunt

"A shame, I wanted a few toad warrior teeth to add to my teeth collection!" But that regret doesn't slow Gunnar one bit as he keeps pace with his retreating comrades.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 1, 2022 4:08 pm

The Changing Hunt

As the door opens, you each slip out, while the slaadi attempt to scutter away from the holy symbol.

Kevin pulls a sister lever on this side of the wall, and the door closes behind you, and this space is pitch black, a circular-shaped tunnel, 10 feet in diameter. You follow for a bit, and the sphere that Raelyn is holding glows. Strangely, Raelyn is speaking as if he hears and is talking with someone.

"Where does this lead?"

"No, we can't go back to that region. I almost died there. The people are awful there."

"Can you lead us to the southern part of the city?"

"No, we cannot fly. Don't put us so high up."

Raelyn looks back to Alin: "Geez, this thing is incorrigible! Here, you talk to him."

Raelyn puts his hands out to you, offering to hand you the glowing sphere.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 1, 2022 4:09 pm

The Changing Hunt

[ +- ] Alin's Consciousness

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 2, 2022 12:49 am

The Changing Hunt

Alin is brushing off the scorch marks on their clothing when Raelyn pushes the sphere into their hands. "Wait, what?"

Alins eyes grow dark for a moment and stare into space, they say aloud. "What are you, an orrery of some kind?"

The clouds drop from Alins eyes somewhat and they again say aloud. "Raelyn handed you to me if that is what you are asking. Who are you and who created you.?"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 2, 2022 12:58 am

The Changing Hunt

"Do you think they've gone mad?" Ghillie whispered to Gunnar. "Or is that orb really talking to them? I heard an acorn truffle speak once but I was high out of my mind on the devil's mushrooms at the time."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 2, 2022 3:43 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar doesn't whisper his response back. "Can't say for sure, but there's a lot of strange shit out there. If there can be upside-down puddles and toadmen warriors then why not talking rocks?"

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 2, 2022 7:30 am

The Changing Hunt

This is some old forgotten magic of the ancient in the before time.
Kevin shutters. How do we get back to the surface? Ask it that. And why it was in that room? And why those things came out of the ceiling?

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Rolls

History or Arcana - (1d20+4)

(3) + 4 = 7

JoshuaMabry

Apr 2, 2022 9:21 am

The Changing Hunt

"And are there more of them?" Mrak interjects.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 3, 2022 3:43 am

The Changing Hunt

"Kevin, you really need to see this….this … maybe a map?"

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 3, 2022 9:29 am

The Changing Hunt

Kevin looks very sceptical at Alin. What precisely do you want me to do?

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 3, 2022 9:32 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Let me try something, I shall link you and I and the sphere. "
Alin focuses their mind on Kevin and the sphere in hopes that multiple minds can glean information faster.

OOC:

At least Kevin will be linked with me, the sphere is likely not a creature.

[ +- ] Psychic Whispers

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 4, 2022 4:03 am

The Changing Hunt

As the psychic link is established, Alin’s secondary awareness reacts strangely, though the item in-hand remains unmoving to your view.

[ +- ] Krinn’s Communication with Alin (Kevin can hear, but cannot see)

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 4, 2022 7:11 am

The Changing Hunt

I'm no Quori nor an Infiltrator. What are you? Some sort of living mind or a magical intelligence? Kevin says this out loud. But he thinks Like a ghost or a warforged?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 4, 2022 2:11 pm

The Changing Hunt

[ +- ] Krinn’s Communication with Alin (Kevin can hear but not see)

JoshuaMabry

Apr 4, 2022 4:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak looks to Kevin and Alin. "What does it say?"

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 4, 2022 7:39 pm

The Changing Hunt

It says it a docent. A ball of knowledge that warforgeds can connect to. It is trying to keep track of the planes around Eberron. I think that is like other worlds like where the creatures came from.
I can only hear it now, Kevin takes off his gloves. It has something to show us, I'll try to make sense of it. Then he places his hand on the orb

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 4, 2022 11:13 pm

The Changing Hunt

[ +- ] Krinn’s Communication with Alin and Kevin (they can both see and hear)

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 5, 2022 12:22 am

The Changing Hunt

"Spending time with Gatekeepers in the Shadow Marches taught me more than I wanted to know about what can go wrong with portals to other planes... much less when certain planes're coterminous with ours."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 5, 2022 5:17 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar hasn't the faintest idea about what was going on with the pretty talking stone. That's fine by him - let the fancy-talkers sort it out.

In the meantime, everyone seems a little distracted so he decides to inspect the door to make sure it's properly sealed behind them, and then scout out a ways down the tunnel to see what's ahead. He'll light a torch to do so - darkvision is fine in a pinch and great for not being noticed, but it's easy to miss a detail in the dark. Besides, the fancy-talkers are making enough racket to exclude the notion of stealth, and he still has these 10 bloody torches!

He had acquired these torches back in the war years ago- it was a standard issue pack - but had yet to crack 'em open. Just about every single mission they had gone on required cover of darkness, making the fire sticks pretty much useless.

He reflected that every single member of the Howlers were alive when he was given these torches, but now he was the only one. Each of the Howlers burned bright against the dark and extinguished in a blaze of glory. All except Gunnar. He'd like to say it was he was the biggest or toughest or smartest of the Howlers, but it wasn't true. Luckiest? Maybe.

He unwrapped the bundle and smelled the pine wood, felled from the forests of his homeland. Deciding he was being entirely too sentimental, he blamed the mushroom beer with a curse under his breath, lit a torch, and wandered into the dark tunnel, alone.

Rolls

Perception - (1d20+3)

(18) + 3 = 21

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 5, 2022 9:48 am

The Changing Hunt

Well Krinn, where are you going to take us? Kevin speaks out loud, just as much for the group's benefit. I can see that you have a good grasp of these tunnels.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 5, 2022 11:07 am

The Changing Hunt

Do any of you understand the terms wechselbalg and schalthebel? The terms seem to refer to myself and Kevin. This sphere was left here by someone to connect to other planes, and it appears to be a bit surprised it worked. It wants to report the success back to someone or something named Cul’sir. It also seems to be concerned about comething called the Quori.

OOC:

I did a separate history on wechselbalg because Alin may know other languages terms for changeling, if that is the meaning

Rolls

History - on the term wechselbalg - (1d20+1)

(19) + 1 = 20

History on the other strange information - (1d20+1)

(8) + 1 = 9

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 6, 2022 6:32 pm

The Changing Hunt

Sounds similar to the giant word for changeling, and you can surmise it is probably an ancient form of the giant language.

Alin doesn't know what the heck Cul'sir is, nor do you know what is a convergence station.

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runekyndig

Apr 7, 2022 12:47 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

@HeroAmongMen I think we are still waiting for you

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 7, 2022 4:31 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Where has Gunnar gone to?"

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Rolls

Perception (E+5) - (1d20+5)

(5) + 5 = 10

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 7, 2022 4:50 pm

The Changing Hunt

runekyndig says:

Well Krinn, where are you going to take us? Kevin speaks out loud, just as much for the group's benefit. I can see that you have a good grasp of these tunnels.

[ +- ] Krinn’s Communication with Alin and Kevin (they can both see and hear)

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 7, 2022 5:14 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar looks at the ladder. So many ladders he's been up and down in his life. This one looked pretty safe. He returns to the group and informs the folks of the results of his reconnoitring:

[ +- ] What Gunnar saw

He invites anyone who would like to join him to take a peak up the ladder, and then leads the way up the ladder (even if it's just him that goes).

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JoshuaMabry

Apr 7, 2022 7:27 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak shrugs and follows Gunnar.

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 7, 2022 8:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

Okey people - I think I have figured this out. Some of it anyway. Krinn can guide us out, to almost anywhere in Stormreach as he has a full map of the tunnels here. Where do we wanna go? Where was it our lost friend was lost? He might have been lost in these tunnels

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 7, 2022 11:21 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin relinquishes the sphere to Kevin and moves next to their changeling companion. "Let us get back on mission shall we? Raelyn, we were sent to rescue you, but also to recover the artifact you were to deliver to the Storm Lord Varen Lassite. Can you tell us what had become of the artifact? Honestly we do not even know what it is. " Alin looks at Raylen with intentional face of sympathy "Of course, we would like to assist you to wherever you wish to go, be it to complete the delivery of the artifact or to leave this wretched city and get back to Korryn in Sharn."

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Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 8, 2022 2:02 am

The Changing Hunt

At the mention of the artifact to be retrieved, the wise druid eyed the seemingly sentient orb.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 8, 2022 4:01 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar makes conversation with Mrak as they explore.

"So... Demon Wastes, eh? Must be some ugly things to kill there. Why ever did you leave?"

JoshuaMabry

Apr 8, 2022 9:00 am

The Changing Hunt

"My tribe was slaughtered. I am the last of them. I... failed them." Mrak pulls a small flask from his belt and takes a long swig.

Last edited April 8, 2022 9:29 am

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 8, 2022 12:46 pm

The Changing Hunt

Ghillie wanted to say that dead friends and lost family would not want any loved one to blame himself. Grieve for them, yes, but not blame himself. Ghillie kept silent, however, due to not knowing the specifics and not wanting to potentially anger an emotional orc.

"I'll get you a refill and lend you an ear when we get out of this," Ghillie said then added with a smile, "but I'll need the ear back."

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 9, 2022 10:21 pm

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

"My tribe was slaughtered. I am the last of them. I... failed them." Mrak pulls a small flask from his belt and takes a long swig.

"May they rest in peace, and may you find your revenge."

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 10, 2022 7:39 am

The Changing Hunt

Guys guys... I can respect the ones that was and those who did not. But that is in the past. We are in the present, underground, in unknown tunnels, with a mission, and with extra-dimensional monsters and silverflame fanatics wanting a piece of our hides.

Raelyn, what happened to the artifact?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 11, 2022 3:54 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Oh, the artifact. Is that why you came? Well, it was stolen by the priest and his people. They somehow knew that I was not human, though I presented as such. He had some kind of tool that helped him detect my true alignment, and then he tortured and abused me."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 11, 2022 3:55 pm

The Changing Hunt

[ +- ] Krinn's Communication with Kevin

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 11, 2022 5:23 pm

The Changing Hunt

"At least we found you and it seems we'll have to find those zealots again, too. What is this artifact?"

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 11, 2022 6:54 pm

The Changing Hunt

Kevin take a few steps back and answers Krinn. We are a small group of people on a mission to learn what happened to Raelyn, and compleate Raelyn's task, which was to deliver an artefact to a citizen here in Stormreach. We have learned what happened to Raelyn but not what happened to the artefact.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 11, 2022 8:44 pm

The Changing Hunt

"All official communications about the artifact simply refer to it as such. Since we are in-person, I can tell you it was a strange two-fingered ring. It seemed to be made of some kind of gemstone or something, and it was very smooth, but almost translucent.

"I am sorry; the Tyrants did not reveal much information about the ring to me; just that I needed to deliver it as a gift."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 11, 2022 8:45 pm

The Changing Hunt

[ +- ] Krinn's Communication to Kevin

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 12, 2022 5:22 am

The Changing Hunt

hnm good point Kriin

He turns to the group. Hey Alin, have we gotten the full report yet? From mission start to our intervention with the silver flame? Nothing must be left out

OOC:

giving the nature of changelings, it will be fair to assume that everyone would rolling Insight, but it's GMs call how to check for the changelings lies and omissions

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 12, 2022 11:15 am

The Changing Hunt

I am not sure what you mean by full report. You know as much as I from our employers. Find Raelyn, find the artifact that we now know is a ring, and deliver it to Storm Lord Varen Lassite to complete Raelyn’s mission. Alin rubs their chin. No offense Raelyn, but it seems like a bit of a misstep for you to have been sent alone. Perhaps they were relying solely on your ability to appear non descript.…did anyone sending you on this mission know the persona you chose? I am wondering how these flamers knew which changeling to grab, that is assuming they were after the ring. Perhaps it was just a random attack…regardless we know that we must head back to finish the fight. How is everyone feeling about more combat?

OOC:

I agree a little insight is prudent

Rolls

Insight on Raelyns story - (1d20+3)

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 12, 2022 3:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar and Mrak climb the ladder for about 30 seconds, and it seems to go on for at least 60-70 feet higher (it is dark higher up, so you cannot see beyond that distance).

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 12, 2022 3:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

[ +- ] Krinn's Communication to Kevin

JoshuaMabry

Apr 12, 2022 3:24 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak motions for Gunnar to keep going.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 12, 2022 4:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

After about 300 feet up, the upward tunnel opens up into a spherically-shaped cavern or room.

As Gunnar's head peeks through the threshold into the cavern, he feel lighter, as if the air in the room is pulling himup into the room gently.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 12, 2022 11:45 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar will climb all the way into the spherical cavern, keeping a watchful eye out for traps and ambushes.

"Mrak, check this out!"

Rolls

Perception - (1d20+3)

(17) + 3 = 20

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 3:53 am

The Changing Hunt

Once Gunnar declared it safe (or as safe as a dwarf berserker could call anything), Ghillie would follow.

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 13, 2022 9:34 am

The Changing Hunt

Kevin catches up with Alin and Ghillie, and puts the orb carefull on the ground for a moment. The orb seems satisfied with communicating with me. But is very sceptical towards Raelyn. I need you guys to prompt Raelyn for the full story. I don't know who to trust here.
Then he picks up the orb again. Sorry about that Krinn, we are going to climb a ladder and I am not sure how to transport you the best way. Would it be okay if I put you in my backpack while I climb the ladder?
I have stored my mechanical battle cat in an extradimensional bag, but I guess that would cause you some discomfort.

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JoshuaMabry

Apr 13, 2022 10:01 am

The Changing Hunt

Meal follows Gunnar into the room.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 4:48 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar starts to float into the air, towards the center of the spherical room, and then stops in the middle.

As he waves his hands around, he feels as if he is swimming in the air in this room.

He sees an exit on the upper area of the room. As he tries to swim up towards the exit, he realizes that it is difficult to ascend.

OOC:

Athletics check from Gunnar please.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 4:49 pm

The Changing Hunt

[ +- ] Krinn's Communication with Kevin

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 4:51 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak follows Gunnar into the room, and he, too, floats into the center of the room, until he and Gunnar are touching. He, too, would have a hard time swimming away from the sphere's center.

OOC:

It is as if there is a very light gravity well in the middle of the room. Kevin would surmise this from observation, but those with an intelligence less than 12 probably would not put that together necessarily.

JoshuaMabry

Apr 13, 2022 5:33 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

I presume I need to make an Athletics check as well.

Rolls

Athletics - (1d20+5)

(5) + 5 = 10

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 13, 2022 7:07 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Oh fucking hell..." moans Gunnar as he starts floating. "There is no way this the way Gunnar Broad of the Mror Holds and Mrak of the Demon Wastes meet their demise! Come on Mrak, we got this!"

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Rolls

Athletics - (1d20+6)

(20) + 6 = 26

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 7:58 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar seems to have little trouble swimming up to the top end of the sphere. Mrak also makes it up to the top without a whole lot of effort.

Gunnar and Mrak peak out and see a 3-foot diameter tunnel that goes up, but no ladder. When they climb through, it is as if gravity shifts when they cross the threshold, and their knees go to the east, and it is as if east is down now for Gunnar and Mrak.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 8:00 pm

The Changing Hunt

Raelyn goes in, but he struggles to get out of the center of the spherical room. He says, "Damn this air! It is keeping me in place!

"Can any of you help?"

JoshuaMabry

Apr 13, 2022 8:08 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak attempts to throw Raelyn a length of rope.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 8:32 pm

The Changing Hunt

The rope goes down, and Raelyn grabs it, and uses it to help him climb out. "Thank you for helping me."

OOC:

Now that the rope is there, we will just assume that the rest of you climb through to the tunnel that Gunnar and Mrak are at.

After some crawling, the gravity shifting gradually around the tunnel as you crawl, you come to a manhole cover. You push it open and appear in a dark room with crates and barrels all over.

Above the dark room you are all in, you hear the buzz of many people eating, drinking, and being merry. There is music and entertainment up there.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 9:27 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Sometimes I feel like I'm floating but that was the first time I've actually floated," Ghillie said. "And we're in a tavern basement? Appropriate."

JoshuaMabry

Apr 13, 2022 9:44 pm

The Changing Hunt

Do I have any sense of where in the city we are?

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 10:45 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

At this point, you don't. You hear various languages employed above you, which leads you to believe that this is not the Oldgate district or the Cross district.

JoshuaMabry

Apr 13, 2022 10:48 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

Which languages do I recognize? I speak Common, Infernal and Orc, and assume I’ve heard other languages spoken even if I don’t understand them.

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Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 13, 2022 10:58 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I believe the sphere the Kevin is carrying offered to guide us if we care to utilize its services, although I have my doubts about it’s many thousand year old knowledge of the area being of any use. I suggest that I try to scout out the exit to this storage room." Alin opens the hood to the everbright lantern slightly to find the door "Let me try to peek outside quietly"

OOC:

I am assuming the door is not hidden

Rolls

Stealth (E+7) quietly open the door just a sliver - (1d20+7)

(19) + 7 = 26

Perception (E+5) taking a peek - (1d20+5)

(17) + 5 = 22

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 13, 2022 11:47 pm

The Changing Hunt

JoshuaMabry says:

OOC:

Which languages do I recognize? I speak Common, Infernal and Orc, and assume I’ve heard other languages spoken even if I don’t understand them.

You notice Elvish, Dwarvish, Common, Orcish, as well as some other languages.

XOSkel10 says:

"I believe the sphere the Kevin is carrying offered to guide us if we care to utilize its services, although I have my doubts about it’s many thousand year old knowledge of the area being of any use. I suggest that I try to scout out the exit to this storage room." Alin opens the hood to the everbright lantern slightly to find the door "Let me try to peek outside quietly"

OOC:

I am assuming the door is not hidden

You peek, and see the backside of a bar. You see two bartenders managing about 15 people at the bar, moving around to serve those people drinks and other items.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 14, 2022 12:17 am

The Changing Hunt

"Awkwardly, this leads to a bar, behind the bar itself. It is quite busy so there is no chance of sneaking in. I suggest we attempt somewhat of a truth and one of us exits to tell them that we were unexpectedly transported into the store room via some unknown magics and we will leave without question, or stay and purchase some drinks for ourselves if they permit…" Alin smiles strangely in the muted everbright glow of their lantern "I am fairly adept at convincing people, be it truth or lie, and am willing to attempt this if everyone agrees."

OOC:

Did Raylen obtain any clothes or is he still wrapped in a tablecloth?

JoshuaMabry

Apr 14, 2022 12:38 am

The Changing Hunt

The truth is always a good place to start. Mrak frowned thoughtfully. Best you go out there and talk to them Alin.

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Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 14, 2022 1:09 am

The Changing Hunt

"By all means, Alin. And if you have trouble, let me know. Fuldmåne is fairly adept at convincing people too! Bwahaha!"

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 14, 2022 1:24 am

The Changing Hunt

"I say we all go out, beg pardon for taking a wrong turn, and walk out while the bartenders are confused."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 14, 2022 4:27 pm

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

OOC:

Did Raylen obtain any clothes or is he still wrapped in a tablecloth?

OOC:

Raelyn is still arrayed in a tablecloth *lol*.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 15, 2022 5:57 am

The Changing Hunt

"It might be useless at this range but I can try to cloak us... at least slightly," the druid offered.

OOC:

I can try Pass Without Trace for a +10 bonus to all our Stealth checks.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 15, 2022 1:38 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin opens the door again and slips out into the bar, they don’t close the door completely so the others can hear. Alin will try to gently get a bartenders attention, by stepping into view and showing empty hands, both raised to chest level.

"Excuse me, I know my appearance is a bit of a surprise, but my friends and I have found ourselves magicked into your fine establishment to our shock. I do beg your pardon and ask that no ruckus be raised. We would like to purchase some drinks and then be on our way if that is amenable?". Alin smiles meekly looking the bartender in the eyes.

Rolls

Persuasion - (1d20+4)

(16) + 4 = 20

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 15, 2022 6:04 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar listens in from behind cover in case Alin's negotiations turn hostile, but he sees that he has the situation under control.

"Wow, Alin is smooth. He could sell a glass of water to a drowning man."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 15, 2022 8:30 pm

The Changing Hunt

The elf bartender looks at Alin and says, "Well, I wasn't aware of House Orien operating out of our pantry, but by all means, please walk out. No problems here."

She smiles and waves towards the exit, and then goes back to serving her patrons at the bar. They look at the lot of you funny, but you all leave without issues. When you walk out, it is midday, and you find yourselves stepping out of the Chapterhouse in the Marketplace district.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 15, 2022 8:44 pm

The Changing Hunt

Before they head out, Ghillie asked Raelyn, "Can you shift into a human or elf or some other form yet? The tablecloth itself is suspicious."

Ghillie nodded to the bartenders and patrons as he walked proudly past them. No sense in rushing by and lowering his head. Once outside, he said, "We'd best find some clothes for this one soon. Is that a bazaar?"

If the others agreed, that's where the druid would head to find cheap attire for Raelyn.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 15, 2022 11:25 pm

The Changing Hunt

"We should get our friend here something more than a gunny sack to wear, I have a Galifar or two to spend for some decent clothes".

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 16, 2022 11:11 am

The Changing Hunt

Once Raelyn is propperly dressed Kevin has to ask. Raelyn, I have to know. Since you got this assignment, what happened? You had the artifice, the two-finger ringed, and then what happened?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 16, 2022 8:59 pm

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar tries to wrap his bearskin cloak around the changeling with little success. "There, that'll draw a lot less attention! No no, that's just what bears smell like on the inside, you'll get used to it. Okay okay, keep you tablecloth then!"

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 3:54 pm

The Changing Hunt

You all track down some simple clothing, and Raelyn finds a discrete corner and dresses himself.

With regular clothing on, he seems like a normal Khoravar, with the way he has shifted at this point.

OOC:

It cost a couple of coppers for the clothes.

Raelyn walks up to Alin and says, "Thanks for the clothes, brother," and he slips a few coppers into the changeling's hand.

runekyndig

Apr 18, 2022 6:39 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

I'm at a loss here. I am pressing Raelyn for more information ingame and the GM is hinting that there are something we are missing.
I don't know what else I can do. I must be missing something somewhere

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 6:51 pm

The Changing Hunt

runekyndig says:

OOC:

I'm at a loss here. I am pressing Raelyn for more information ingame and the GM is hinting that there are something we are missing.
I don't know what else I can do. I must be missing something somewhere

OOC:

I will respond to the questions posed to Raelyn shortly (I have demanding work at this point, so it takes time to post a thoughtful, descriptive post).

That being said, I rolled Wisdom (Insight) checks for the lot of you, in order to determine what your characters may have figured out by interacting with Raelyn. Those who have little private blurbs have intuited some things, based on who succeeded on those rolls.

I apologize that this feels like you are missing details; you are not.

Players are not receiving the same sensory stimulus that characters do in this world; just so you are all aware, I roll Wisdom (Insight) checks on behalf of your characters from time to time, in order to simulate the context that characters in a world would have that you, as players, may not have.

I will respond to your questions in short order, I promise.

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 18, 2022 7:06 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin discreetly drops the coppers into a pile of refuse on the street and wipes their hands, not wanting to think about where Raelyn had the coins stashed on his naked body.

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HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 8:42 pm

The Changing Hunt

XOSkel10 says:

Alin discreetly drops the coppers into a pile of refuse on the street and wipes their hands, not wanting to think about where Raelyn had the coins stashed on his naked body.

OOC:

That is too funny, @XOSkel10!

JoshuaMabry

Apr 18, 2022 8:52 pm

The Changing Hunt

"What now?" Mrak wonders?

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 18, 2022 9:50 pm

The Changing Hunt

"It's been quite a day! I forget, what were y'all coming into town for anyway? We seemed to get a little sidetracked." He directs this question to Kevin, Alin, and Ghillie.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 10:22 pm

The Changing Hunt

"A little but Life is a winding river that always leads to Death," he mused. "Where're you staying, Raelyn? We'd best get your things before thinking about the zealots who hurt you and stole the ring."

JoshuaMabry

Apr 18, 2022 10:24 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak turns his attention to Ghillie. "You all have spoken about some kind of artifact. Is this ring the artifact? What does it do?"

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 11:05 pm

The Changing Hunt

runekyndig says:

Once Raelyn is propperly dressed Kevin has to ask. Raelyn, I have to know. Since you got this assignment, what happened? You had the artifice, the two-finger ringed, and then what happened?

annex says:

"A little but Life is a winding river that always leads to Death," he mused. "Where're you staying, Raelyn? We'd best get your things before thinking about the zealots who hurt you and stole the ring."

JoshuaMabry says:

Mrak turns his attention to Ghillie. "You all have spoken about some kind of artifact. Is this ring the artifact? What does it do?"

You all lead Raelyn back to the docks, to the Wavecrest Tavern.

Once he enters, he walks up to the bar and asks for a mushroom beer, no fizz. He sits at the bar.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 11:08 pm

The Changing Hunt

The barmaid walks up, taps Raelyn on the shoulder, and he walks to the back, and then she looks to you to follow.

You all come into your room, and there is a chair in the middle of the room, and the barmaid points to it and says, "Sit, Raelyn. We have much to discuss and debrief on."

She looks to you all and says, "Thank you for bringing him back for questioning. You are welcome to question him with me, as I assume you haven't had much time to complete the full mission parameters; we can continue the mission after we get our intel."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 11:10 pm

The Changing Hunt

Ghillie grabbed a mushroom beer with extra foam and listened intently to the changeling's story.

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 18, 2022 11:29 pm

The Changing Hunt

Raelyn sits in the chair and says, "Well, I went to the Oldgate District to meet with an agent of Lord Lassite, since the Tyrants were requesting that I meet with Varen Lassite. I was told to meet in the Chapterhouse in the wee hours of the night, but as I walked over in a human form, I was accosted by some other humans, bearing some kind of device or holy symbol. The leader of the group pointed it towards me as I was walking to the tavern, and some men came up from behind me and in front of me, bagged my head and clubbed me.

"When I came to, I had awoken in a dark room, chained, naked, to a strange apparatus. Periodically they would bring me upstairs and abuse me.

"On one night, they became more drunk and unstable than usual. They nailed me to the wall, and were about to flay my skin, when you all happened to walk up to the place that they had me. I am very grateful that you saved me."

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 18, 2022 11:54 pm

The Changing Hunt

Alin adds Those that had Raeyln were of the Silver flame. It sounds like they have a device that can detect changelings, or they could detect the gift for Lassite that Raelyn was carrying." Alin straightens their tunic. "We fought them off before we knew that they had taken the gift."

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HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 19, 2022 3:27 pm

The Changing Hunt

The barmaid holds her chin with her left hand and says, looking at the lot of you, "Hmmm. And where is the holdout for these Silver Flame folks? Do you know if they are counter to our objectives of creating a presence in this city?

"I wonder if you could help us out further. We could pay you extra, as well as make sure you have a safe place to lay your head and rest in this city. But we need to know more about what's going on with these Silver Flame idiots, and if the Storm Lord is in actual danger.

"Also, recovering the artifact and bringing it to Lord Lassite would be a bonus.

"What are your terms for continued assistance?"

JoshuaMabry

Apr 19, 2022 8:20 pm

The Changing Hunt

Mrak shrugs and looks to Alin.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 19, 2022 9:07 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Depends. I didn't come here to throw down with the Church. I'd like to know exactly what it is we're trying to recover and why it's so important to Lord Lassie," he said and at chuckled at the off-colour joke.

Last edited April 20, 2022 1:05 am

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 20, 2022 12:28 am

The Changing Hunt

"I am also interested in specifics of the artifact, delivering this to Lassite is part of our current agreement, not a bonus. I intend to fulfill that, I do not break contracts." Alin looks at the others "Involvement of a church is a complication, but none more than crossing paths with a house or some other organization. If our new friends don’t want to risk the ire of the silver flame, I can understand that completely."
Alin returns their attention to the barmaid. "I suspect that we will find information about these zealots and their intent as we take back the artifact. You have my permission and gratitude if you are willing to compensate us for any useful information we gather." Alin winks blatantly at the barmaid to elicit a reaction from the others and relieve the tension.

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 20, 2022 1:06 am

The Changing Hunt

Ghillie raised a bushy eyebrow.

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 20, 2022 6:05 am

The Changing Hunt

Gunnar struggles to get a word in edgewise, so he tries broadwise.

"And barmaid, if you could get me another mushroom beer, that would be swell. Just when you get a chance'll be fine."

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 20, 2022 6:40 am

The Changing Hunt

The Silverflame fanatics counter everybody's interest. Grunts Kevin.
But like Ghillie, I'm not interested in confronting them. It could have far-reaching consequences for shifter-kind.

OOC:

Quick meta-question, is the plot to break into a silverflame stronghold? If so Kevin will go along. But if not, he is more inclined to quit while he is ahead, as he thinks these James Bond wannabe's are idiots

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 20, 2022 12:21 pm

The Changing Hunt

OOC:

The plot is open to you. On this particular quest, the Tyrants do not know if the Silver Flame fanatics are actually targeting them, targeting agents of Lassite, or are just fanatical and this course of violence against Raelyn was unrelated to the Tyrants’ interests.

She is saying that in terms of the prior contract, she is considering the contract complete. She is asking to rehire you to help investigate, but you could just as easily go your separate ways.

The investigation could be handled any way you want: you could capture and interrogate someone, you could break in and sneak around, you could try to speak with the Lassites (or someone else you may be connected to), or you could try even something else that I haven’t detailed. The game is whatever you want it to be, and I will do what I can to steer the ship into a direction that you will enjoy.

If you’re not interested in this particular mission, you could go exploring the city. The city is not huge on the surface, but there is lots to do, and you all are also in possession of that docent thing. I want you guys to do what you want. I have plenty of quest ideas, so if you don’t want to deal with religious fanatics, we can move to another quest theme.

Kevin

runekyndig

Apr 20, 2022 1:03 pm

The Changing Hunt

I don't know about you guys, but I am fare more interested it was is going on below the city than what is going on with the Silverflame

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 20, 2022 1:12 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I'd love to find a portal to Lamannia down there," the druid added.

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JoshuaMabry

Apr 20, 2022 1:19 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I'm with you all no matter what we choose. So long as I get a chance to fight." And perhaps finally die, he thinks.

Last edited April 20, 2022 1:20 pm

Gunnar Broad

Len

Apr 20, 2022 1:38 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Back to the undercity? Sure, sounds like a fine lark! In that case, I'll take my beer to go."

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 20, 2022 1:47 pm

The Changing Hunt

"I'm making mine go right now," Ghillie said as he took another gulp.

Last edited April 20, 2022 1:47 pm

Alin (They/Them)

XOSkel10 Inactive for 4 months

Apr 20, 2022 11:24 pm

The Changing Hunt

"If we are being absolved of our prior contract, then I am with my shifter friend and will avoid confrontation with the Silver Flame."

OOC:

Dungeon delve!

Ghillie Dhu

annex Inactive for 2 months

Apr 20, 2022 11:28 pm

The Changing Hunt

"Flaming Silver Flame," Ghillie growled. "I always preferred the Undying Court anyhow."

HeroAmongMen Inactive for 2 months

Apr 21, 2022 3:52 pm

The Changing Hunt

The barmaid makes a sad face, and then says, "That's fine; I can understand your desire to not deal with those fanatics.

"Well, I think you need to work with Sigmund to determine how long you can stay here on your friend's recommendation. I will take Raelyn and figure out more information, and rehabilitate him a bit.

I bid you adieu." She tilts her head towards the door and looks at Raelyn, and he slinks out of the room, followed by the barmaid.

OOC:

Alright, you can investigate the tunnels and such as you desire. Interacting with Krinn may be a good way to direct you.

Let's level up to 5th level, and then we will proceed. Please level up on DNDBeyond, and let me know in the OOC forum when your character is leveled and ready.

I don't feel like roleplaying the interaction with Sigmund, but he indicates that you all can stay freely in his spare rooms for another 7 days.

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f	e	y	s	r	f	o
l	y	s	d	e	n	y
e	h	r	o	f	t	g	t	,
e	e	k	r	l	e	k	n
l	k	n	e	m	n	r	n
t	s	y	d	t	i	k	e	d
t	d	e	o	m	n	s	s	.

s	s	s	l	l	s	e
e	y	r	d	e	r	k	s	.

H	W	Y	B	I	Y	L	H	S	L
E	S	H	B	C	D	D
H	L	S	W	L	L	Q
H	F	T	t	D	Q	L	Q	,
W	T	S	B	A	C	S	T
R	L	B	A	I	I	O	M
C	G	M	B	S	F	D	L	B
F	A	F	t	H	E	D	S	.

W	T	F	A	P	D	M
D	A	E	W	S	u	D	S	.

o	y	u	e	I	u	e	y	y	t
f	e	y	s	r	f	o
l	y	s	d	e	n	y
e	h	r	o	f	t	g	t	,
e	e	k	r	l	e	k	n
l	k	n	e	m	n	r	n
t	s	y	d	t	i	k	e	d
t	d	e	o	m	n	s	s	.

s	s	s	l	l	s	e
e	y	r	d	e	r	k	s	.

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H	W	Y	B	I	Y	L	H	S	L
E	S	H	B	C	D	D
H	L	S	W	L	L	Q
H	F	T	t	D	Q	L	Q	,
W	T	S	B	A	C	S	T
R	L	B	A	I	I	O	M
C	G	M	B	S	F	D	L	B
F	A	F	t	H	E	D	S	.

W	T	F	A	P	D	M
D	A	E	W	S	u	D	S	.

o	y	u	e	I	u	e	y	y	t
f	e	y	s	r	f	o
l	y	s	d	e	n	y
e	h	r	o	f	t	g	t	,
e	e	k	r	l	e	k	n
l	k	n	e	m	n	r	n
t	s	y	d	t	i	k	e	d
t	d	e	o	m	n	s	s	.

s	s	s	l	l	s	e
e	y	r	d	e	r	k	s	.