May 24, 2024 1:02 pm
OOC:
continued from Here Paphos Plaza Remnant
This used to be the a area used for an open air market twice a week and was used for parades and other large gatherings when Paphos still stood. The buildings are all single story brick constructions with heavy wooden doors and small but high open air with bars windows. All the roofs often have easy access to the rooftops that have a slight dome like curve and the walls extend 2 feet above this. This allows the rooftops to act as view stands.
May 24, 2024 1:03 pm
OOC:
Story continues from Dean's abode in the Reclaiming Paphos thread 
May 24, 2024 4:48 pm
"Geis, is the servitor able to determine where our target is? I'd like to find the thing, grab it, and get out as quickly as we can."
Geis
May 24, 2024 5:01 pm
Geis
It indicates you will need to wander around. It will get a closer or further indication as you do.
May 24, 2024 5:30 pm
"OK, that means we have to try and blend in, as it were. I recommend that we take as much of a spiral pattern to the wandering so that we can always remember where this Node is so we can get out as quickly as possible. Let's see what happens."
When everyone is ready, the open the door and see if they can head out and around.
When everyone is ready, the open the door and see if they can head out and around.
May 24, 2024 7:10 pm
Before entering Kaarik does his best to take a posture of what he thinks a common thug would look like.
Obviously, he looks anything but a thug.
Obviously, he looks anything but a thug.
May 24, 2024 7:53 pm
Good idea, on the first circle we should get a sense of direction as to where to find this thing.
Hey Kaarik, just stay close, strength in numbers.
Hey Kaarik, just stay close, strength in numbers.
May 24, 2024 8:08 pm
Opening the door reveals what you all heard through the windows. A crowded plaza with a variety of races though almost all look to be warriors. Packs of goblins patrol the area, small packs of kobols with sorcerous and heavily armored leaders, hobgoblin squads, a couple lizardmen groups, and even a couple bugbears and an ogre. The building you exited from is in the middle of the plaza. Scattered throughout the area are a variety of stalls. Most are selling foods through a few have exotic weapons and armor or miscellaneous goods from jewelry to lumps of stone or silken cloth.
Though sparse there are a couple humans but your group seems to attract attention as you stand apart from the "usual" creatures that walk these streets. Kaarik's acting gets a few sniggers from swaggering bugbears that pass you. Most worrying of all are the two gates you see to the east and south manned by goblins and the goblins patrolling the area. They seem to be looking you over.
Though sparse there are a couple humans but your group seems to attract attention as you stand apart from the "usual" creatures that walk these streets. Kaarik's acting gets a few sniggers from swaggering bugbears that pass you. Most worrying of all are the two gates you see to the east and south manned by goblins and the goblins patrolling the area. They seem to be looking you over.
May 24, 2024 9:21 pm
Arc speak fast, but quietly as to not raise more attention, to the rest. "We will raise more attention if we stay in place. Act as if we were curious about buying stuff, but not overly interested. Let's stat. Follow me."
If the rest agrees, he would lead the team 2 squares to the north, then turn west another two squares, and another 2 squares to the south... Finishing the first circle at the back of the room they appeated, and keeping away from guarded gates. Also trying to avoid being too close to the patrols, but not being too obvious about it. Then he asks Geis for feedback on directions.
If the rest agrees, he would lead the team 2 squares to the north, then turn west another two squares, and another 2 squares to the south... Finishing the first circle at the back of the room they appeated, and keeping away from guarded gates. Also trying to avoid being too close to the patrols, but not being too obvious about it. Then he asks Geis for feedback on directions.
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May 25, 2024 5:23 am
As you circulate you seem to draw less attention but still seem to stand out a bit but checking out the stalls seems to work.
The first stall is only mildly interesting.
Goblin’s Gear: A variety of makeshift weapons and armor, cheap but functional.
Weapons: Rusty Short Swords, Crude Bows with Arrows, Spiked Clubs, Barbed Daggers, Improvised Spears
Armor: Patchwork Leather Armor, Metal Helmets (Dented but Functional), Small Shields (Made from Scrap Metal), Studded Leather Bracers
Nearby is stall run by kobolds that seems bent on outselling the goblins
Kobold Creations: Traps and gadgets, including some unique ranged weapons and light armor.
Weapons: Small Crossbows, Poison-tipped Darts, Traps, Bone Daggers, Sling Shots with Enchanted Stones
Armor: Light Leather Armor, Scale Mail, Camouflage Cloaks, Kobold-sized Helmets, Reinforced Boots
As you head west you find a pair of similar stalls but with magic items
Goblin Enchanters: Small magical trinkets, charms, and potions. Mostly low-level enchantments.
Magic Items: Enchanted Stones, Charms of Minor Protection, Potions of Healing, Firestarter Amulets, Rings of Whispering (Allows Silent Communication Within 30 Feet)
Kobold Alchemists: Potions of healing, invisibility, and minor elemental effects.
Potions: Healing Potions, Potions of Invisibility, Potions of Fire Resistance, Acid Flasks, Smoke Bombs
Magic Items: Firecracker Beads, Sticky Bombs, Elemental Resistance Charms, Glowstones, Bags of Tricks
When you start heading south you get a message from Geis Back the other way, its more to the north and umm a bit east I think. But definitely north.
The first stall is only mildly interesting.
Goblin’s Gear: A variety of makeshift weapons and armor, cheap but functional.
Weapons: Rusty Short Swords, Crude Bows with Arrows, Spiked Clubs, Barbed Daggers, Improvised Spears
Armor: Patchwork Leather Armor, Metal Helmets (Dented but Functional), Small Shields (Made from Scrap Metal), Studded Leather Bracers
Nearby is stall run by kobolds that seems bent on outselling the goblins
Kobold Creations: Traps and gadgets, including some unique ranged weapons and light armor.
Weapons: Small Crossbows, Poison-tipped Darts, Traps, Bone Daggers, Sling Shots with Enchanted Stones
Armor: Light Leather Armor, Scale Mail, Camouflage Cloaks, Kobold-sized Helmets, Reinforced Boots
As you head west you find a pair of similar stalls but with magic items
Goblin Enchanters: Small magical trinkets, charms, and potions. Mostly low-level enchantments.
Magic Items: Enchanted Stones, Charms of Minor Protection, Potions of Healing, Firestarter Amulets, Rings of Whispering (Allows Silent Communication Within 30 Feet)
Kobold Alchemists: Potions of healing, invisibility, and minor elemental effects.
Potions: Healing Potions, Potions of Invisibility, Potions of Fire Resistance, Acid Flasks, Smoke Bombs
Magic Items: Firecracker Beads, Sticky Bombs, Elemental Resistance Charms, Glowstones, Bags of Tricks
Geis
When you start heading south you get a message from Geis Back the other way, its more to the north and umm a bit east I think. But definitely north.
May 25, 2024 8:09 am
While acting curiosity, Arc asked the goblins of the first stall So.. what enchantment do the sling stones have?
After hearing Geis, instead of turning south in that point, he leads to the north 4 squares. And waits for Geis comment.
After hearing Geis, instead of turning south in that point, he leads to the north 4 squares. And waits for Geis comment.
May 25, 2024 1:53 pm
Aizashi follows the rest of the group looking around the stalls. He found the idea of poison tipped darts interesting and beginns wondering if he could do something similar with his own darts.
May 25, 2024 3:43 pm
Skeeve says, "We should probably get some light armor for Kaarik and maybe Aizashi, and some cloaks for all of us, so we can blend in better. Anything to hide how different we look. We don't need to wear the hoods up. It's just to blend in better with appropriate clothing."
So, how much for four cloaks for the group? Five, if Geis needs one, too. And how much for some piecemeal leather armor for Kaarik?
So, how much for four cloaks for the group? Five, if Geis needs one, too. And how much for some piecemeal leather armor for Kaarik?
May 25, 2024 3:45 pm
Kobold Alchemist
Oh, those magically never run out and make flash and bang when they strike something. Not enough to do much to the target but useful none the same. The color and sound vary depending on what is struck. Very useful in knowing if you hit your target or something else. Also good for finding wall and other things in the dark.
Moving north you pass a building that has guards around it and the roof has be set as a stage of some sort. As you move through the crowd you catch a bit of chatter.
Quote:
"Do you think he'll really show up -- the Boss I mean?"Geis
As you move north then stop you hear Geis again Um... closer but not there yet? maybe east a bit? Move around and I will let you know
May 25, 2024 3:54 pm
There were cloak in the kobold stall if you wish to purchase those. The are designed to entirely cover smaller creatures but will still cover most of everyone else except Ark with his wings. The Camouflage Cloaks are a mottled grey with strips of dull green and orange on one side and purple and dark green on the other tied in what looks like haphazard ways. Up close they stand out but in the wilds they might actually help. The vendor is selling them for 5 silver a piece.
As you move you Skeeve looks as some of the other stalls
Goblin Supplies: Miscellaneous Goods
General Goods: Adventuring Gear (Rope, Torches, Rations), Basic Tools (Hammers, Tongs, Pliers), Goblin Brew (Alcoholic Beverage), Dried Meat and Fruit, Water Flasks
Kobold Treasures: Miscellaneous Goods
Valuables: Small Gems and Precious Stones, Gold and Silver Coins, Decorative Items (Goblets, Rings, Bracelets), Collectibles (Rare Feathers, Shells, Fossils), Ancient Relics (Dating Back to Pre-Breaking Era)
As you move you Skeeve looks as some of the other stalls
Goblin Supplies: Miscellaneous Goods
General Goods: Adventuring Gear (Rope, Torches, Rations), Basic Tools (Hammers, Tongs, Pliers), Goblin Brew (Alcoholic Beverage), Dried Meat and Fruit, Water Flasks
Kobold Treasures: Miscellaneous Goods
Valuables: Small Gems and Precious Stones, Gold and Silver Coins, Decorative Items (Goblets, Rings, Bracelets), Collectibles (Rare Feathers, Shells, Fossils), Ancient Relics (Dating Back to Pre-Breaking Era)
May 25, 2024 4:52 pm
Skeeve buys three common cloaks for himself, Aizashi, and Kaarik. If the goblin helmet will fit on Kaarik's and/or Aizashi's head, he'll get one or two of those, too. The point is to not stick out as much as they do now.
He'd love to investigate the magic more, but they can't afford the slowdown.
Also, could Skeeve tell what species was talking about "the big boss"?
He'd love to investigate the magic more, but they can't afford the slowdown.
Also, could Skeeve tell what species was talking about "the big boss"?
May 25, 2024 5:11 pm
The cloaks fit well enough as do the helms, though they are a bit stale smelling. Goblin soap and oils are not known for their over attractiveness to other races but these items are neutral enough you are not gagging. Throwing them on as you wander on you begin to blend in better with the crowd.
The goblins are the most chatty of the groups but the comment about the big boss came from a passing orc.
yellow eye = party, green diamond = guarded platform, grey compass = starting point
The goblins are the most chatty of the groups but the comment about the big boss came from a passing orc.
[ +- ] map
yellow eye = party, green diamond = guarded platform, grey compass = starting point
May 25, 2024 7:13 pm
Kaarik whispers to the others.
"The boss? I would like to see him if possible. I am sure that you know who would like to know who leads here".
"The boss? I would like to see him if possible. I am sure that you know who would like to know who leads here".
May 25, 2024 8:36 pm
About the stones, if he can barter 5 stones for 1 GP, he will buy them.
About the cloaks, he buys one anyway... He sees if wearing it as a toga makes sense. If it fits properly and he actually draws less attention, he wears it... Otherwise, he will just put it in his backpack.
Yes, I'm also curious about this boss. Let's stay afar, and wait for a moment.
About the cloaks, he buys one anyway... He sees if wearing it as a toga makes sense. If it fits properly and he actually draws less attention, he wears it... Otherwise, he will just put it in his backpack.
Yes, I'm also curious about this boss. Let's stay afar, and wait for a moment.
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