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Shadow Lodge

In the cosmopolitan city of White oak All sorts of races abound. From the common human to the mysterious dragon men. Off in the distant is a gated building with gold gilded letters that says embassy. Two guards are station there.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

DOT


Male AC: 19 FF:14 Touch:15 HP: 10/10 F:+7 R:+4 W:+7

Striding along the street the small brightly colored grippli grips the parchment in his left hand and keeps his sword close at hand with the other.

He rarely encountered trouble, true, among the larger folk trouble tended to scan its eyes over his head in search of less poisonous looking targets. Or so he often told himself.

Striding up to the embassy guards he croaks for their attention.

"Good morning! This summons was sent to my abode early last evening! Might you direct me to where I'm expected?"

With that the grippli presents his summons.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (16) + 10 = 26

"Hey you! Caecilian! You get one of these too!?" Booms the voice of an overly tall broad-shouldered orc from across the crowded streets, as he waves a meaty fist full of crumpled but official looking papers towards the Grippli. "Mind telling me where we're supposed to be going for this damn thing?"


A tall thin man in a dark overcoat steps from the shadows and tips his hat, "Hello.... gentlemen? I've been sent here as well. It seems we may become allies in the near future."


M Human Gunslinger(Rifle Master)/5 (HP 55/55| AC:24 | T:17 | FF:17 | CMB:6 | CMD:22 | Fort:+6 | Ref:+11 | Will:+4 | Init:+8/10 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

A masked man moves up next to the frog-man and the orc, his soot-covered coat nearly blending in with the dark stone wall beside him. He pulls a letter from inside his coat, revealing a bandolier as he reaches for it, and hands it to a guard. I'm here for the same purpose as them, I presume you know what it means. His calm, quiet voice is unremarkable in the extreme, and in combination with his masked face makes him as forgettable as possible.

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Moving on sent pms

The guards looks you all over. Everything is in order well follow me. He holds up his hand and the gate opens. As you enter the embassy you feel the weight of years bearing on you. The place radiates magic.After a minute or so you all arrive in a fine guest room silk and velvet is all around. There is a couch on the South wall. Also there is a table filled with all sorts of food and drink. Wait here He leaves the room.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

"Thank you good sir!

appraise: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 1 = 18
Bisag walks over to the table full of food and begins filling a plate with an array of flavors, and grabs a bottle of cheaper looking wine. With both hands full, he makes his way to the couch and sinks in.

"Y'all know why we're here?" He says before he pulls the cork out of the wine with his teeth and spots it on the plate.

Bisag seems to be overly comfortable around his new associates.


Male AC: 19 FF:14 Touch:15 HP: 10/10 F:+7 R:+4 W:+7

Penance indulges himself on the various meats on offer with all the signs of enjoyment.

"So what means this word say-silly-an? I've not heard this word before? IS it some kind of racial slur your people have for me?" He asks at the massive orc without hint of offense.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

Bisag let's put a hearty chuckle. "No, Friend!Caecilian is another word for frog! I didn't know if you'd take offense to being called a frog in public so I chose a more appropriate term."

if you have a high enough intelligence, you'll likely discover that Bisag doesn't have a clue that the word "Caecilian" is actually a type of blind, limbless amphibian and would likely be insulting.


"Caecillian indeed." Alistair chuckles as he stands waiting.


M Human Gunslinger(Rifle Master)/5 (HP 55/55| AC:24 | T:17 | FF:17 | CMB:6 | CMD:22 | Fort:+6 | Ref:+11 | Will:+4 | Init:+8/10 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Daniel helps himself to a glass of fine wine before taking a small sandwich and sitting down on a nearby chair. I'm Daniel, what are your names? If we're to be working together, it makes sense to know who each other is.


Male Half-orc Skinwalker(ragebred) Druid (nature fang) 5

Jurak, presents his summons with a clawed hand, "Hail, cityfolk. My name is Jurak Sharphoof of the bayou druid clans, I hope I will prove useful in our endeavours, whatever they are."

He chuckles slightly at ceacillian, the creatures lived in the swamp where he's from, but he decides that neither the grippli nor the orc needs to know that. He takes none of the food and just stands there, feeling quite uncomfortable due to not being transformed.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

"Bisag Yegigoth, of the Great Wall Clans! Traveler of the world, and Beheader of Bandits! He says between enormous mouthfuls of Wine and food. Bisag wipes his mouth with what appears to be a silk handkerchief "Also, Begging your pardons, I'm not usually so rude about my eating habits. I haven't actually had a meal in 3 days. Been holding myself over on stale jerky and warm ale.

finishing the last bit of food on his plate, he takes a big gulp of wine, and corks the bottle. "and 'fore ya ask, I'm not an Savage, I'm a Giant."

It appears as though Bisag really Despises his greener half, and isn't quite able of holding his spite for that part of his heritage in


"Savage he says, SAVAGE!" Alistair laughs, "I've sold firebombs to brutes twice your size, hell my last payment was a jewel encrusted crown still wrapped around its owners severed head!


Male AC: 19 FF:14 Touch:15 HP: 10/10 F:+7 R:+4 W:+7

"I would not have accepted the payment." The grippli says turning his attention back to the good food. "If they can't be bothered to remove the body from the payment then they haven't bothered to keep their enemies from coming for you. That's unprofessional."

"As for my name, I've lost mine some time ago. So simply call me Penance."


"Quite right, mister... Penance. Though I don't look to those barbarians for their hostility, they pay very well and are easily controlled." Alistsir laughs pulling his satchel out from under his cloak, "Now that we'll be working together, I guess I could part with a few of my creations. After we speak to our fine employer I'll hand out some potions."


Appearing fashionably late, the guards escort a foppish gnome into the room. Looking over the group, he smiles warmly, "I see our employer has called quite the diverse fellowship. Always a good thing in my book. The joy of travelling is meeting people different than the old fuddy-duddies that live back home, I always say. Niven Steeldrake at your service." He gives an elaborate bow with a sweeping of his plumed hat. The gesture is particularly impressive given the way the multiple floating gemstones slip out of the hat's wake to resume circling his head.

He carries no weapon and wears clothing finer than you'd expect for an expedition. A slight scent of vanilla and exotic spices wafts from him.

He'll look over the food and drink with a discerning eye before selecting a few morsels and a glass of wine.

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As you all enjoying the fine food and drink, A stout female gnome with white hair and hazel eyes enter the room. She wears fine raiment and jewelry.

Greetings I am Aelient. Looks around Ah I see this should be interesting. Anyway lets get to business, Before we can trust you with the various missions you must be tested. Personally If it was up to me you wouldn't have to jump through this hoop. Oh well here is your map. deep in thought Oh yea 2 things there is no light and you must bring back the Mask of victory in order to pass.

MAP


"Direct and to-the-point." he comments offhandedly. While he was comfortable in darkness himself, he saw that they had a human in the party. Despite their race's adaptability, their weak eyes were a definite flaw. They couldn't see anything at night unless the moon was out. Still, it would be rude to emphasize his weakness.

"I've brought my own light, as you can see." he gestures to the swarm of crystals circling his head. One of them glowed with warm amber light. "I can produce more light if needed. I should probably also change, is there a place where I can get a little privacy?"

Assuming that he's given a place.

Not long later the door is opened by a winged metallic drake that probably comes close to Bisag in size. It's head is surrounded by the same swarm of crystals that Niven had. "Greetings again." he says in a much deepr voice, but recognizably similar. "I figure that this will be more appropriate for a test to challenge our mettle."

While he's off, he will also cast mage armor


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

"pardon me for a moment gentlemen."While the gnome is getting changed Bisag will step outside.

When he comes back inside, Bisag has a large Tiger with a sword sheathed to its side accompanying him. "this is Bagahyod. She's my travelling companion."


Female Panthera Tiger Animal Companion 5
Stats:
HP:50 AC:20 T:14 FF:16 Init:+4 Fort:6 Ref:8 Will:3 Perception:10

The tiger chuffs when she's introduced, then meanders to the rug in the middle of the room and lazily collapses.


Male Half-orc Skinwalker(ragebred) Druid (nature fang) 5

Jurak, slightly puzzled at the gnome becoming a dragon says "I too have some... changing to do" He then grunts as nose begins to turn further upwards and long tusks grow out of his already toothy half-orc mouth. Finally his feet begin to shift in pig's trotters and his legs bend back like those of an animal. He snorts and says "As you can see, I am ragebred, I need no weapons." He opens his backpack and out hops a small crocodilian, no bigger than a small dog who jumps about excitedly and immediately grabs some meat and begins to much down on it, "This is needle, I believe the term you cityfolk use for him is a familiar. I am ready to leave now."


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

unless otherwise noted, my tiger will constantly remain at my side during periods of mobility


Male AC: 19 FF:14 Touch:15 HP: 10/10 F:+7 R:+4 W:+7

Penance waves his hand dismissively as the rest eagerly prepare themselves. "Yes, yes all very impressive I'm sure." Turning back to the gnome he says. "I'm sure you are in quite a rush but would you mind telling us what we are being tested for? Additional missions? For what? For whom? And perhaps as importantly, for how much?"

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Penance wrote:
Penance waves his hand dismissively as the rest eagerly prepare themselves. "Yes, yes all very impressive I'm sure." Turning back to the gnome he says. "I'm sure you are in quite a rush but would you mind telling us what we are being tested for? Additional missions? For what? For whom? And perhaps as importantly, for how much?"

Yes to all and whom if you pass I'll tell you. She says.


M Human Gunslinger(Rifle Master)/5 (HP 55/55| AC:24 | T:17 | FF:17 | CMB:6 | CMD:22 | Fort:+6 | Ref:+11 | Will:+4 | Init:+8/10 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Daniel glances around, shaking his head as he asks, So am I the only normal one in this room?


Male AC: 19 FF:14 Touch:15 HP: 10/10 F:+7 R:+4 W:+7

"No. There are no normal people in this room."


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

Bisag chuckles a bit at Daniel's sentiment. "Says the mangy Human covered in soot and small bombs. I've got a big knife and a big pet, I'd say I'm just the larger version of your 'normal'.

He leans down and scratches baghayod behind the ears. "who's a good girl! You are, aren't you! You ready for a big adventure!? Yes you are! You're such a good girl!."

As the tiger chuffs, Bisag's attention turns back to the attendant. "These are good questions that Penance brings up, I should like to get the answers as well. And as the answers require us complete this task, I should like to ask one question that seems a bit more pertinent now: where is the entrance to this test?"


"Normal is overrated." quips the drake.


Male Half-orc Skinwalker(ragebred) Druid (nature fang) 5

"Agreed," grunts Jurak

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Bisag Yegigoth wrote:

Bisag chuckles a bit at Daniel's sentiment. "Says the mangy Human covered in soot and small bombs. I've got a big knife and a big pet, I'd say I'm just the larger version of your 'normal'.

He leans down and scratches baghayod behind the ears. "who's a good girl! You are, aren't you! You ready for a big adventure!? Yes you are! You're such a good girl!."

As the tiger chuffs, Bisag's attention turns back to the attendant. "These are good questions that Penance brings up, I should like to get the answers as well. And as the answers require us complete this task, I should like to ask one question that seems a bit more pertinent now: where is the entrance to this test?"

Its 2 days travel westward. Its a bit dangerous getting there but you'll manage.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

"Is there anything else we should know before we make our way to this little test?"

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Bisag Yegigoth wrote:
"Is there anything else we should know before we make our way to this little test?"

Nothing else. You can start tomorrow. So get some rest and I see you all when you get back.


"Then I bid you adieu," he says with a draconic bow, "and we should get travelling. Naturally, I'll watch from above."


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

"I see no reason to put off till tomorrow what we can do today" Bisag says as he stands to face the rest of the party. "Anyone have any qualms with heading out this evening to expedite our travels?"


M Human Gunslinger(Rifle Master)/5 (HP 55/55| AC:24 | T:17 | FF:17 | CMB:6 | CMD:22 | Fort:+6 | Ref:+11 | Will:+4 | Init:+8/10 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Daniel shrugs, I've no problem with it.


Male AC: 19 FF:14 Touch:15 HP: 10/10 F:+7 R:+4 W:+7

"Hmmm I do need to get home and get my handkerchief."


"Not a problem. I have extras." He will reach into his pac and bring out a fine linen handkerchief.
Shall we get going?


"Leaving tonight does sound like a good idea, shall we then?" Alistair says, standing from his seat.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

Bisag moves to the door and holds it open. "it's decided then! Baghayod, let's go! as the tiger leaves, Bisag looks to the rest of you "after you gentlemen!"

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As you all leave the hustle and bustle of the city and head out,3 hours in you spot 2 branching paths. One looks well traveled and the other is wild and overgrown.


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

trying to determine if it's wise to travel off the path

Survival: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (9) + 12 = 21

If the worn path seems better
"No reason to make this hard on ourselves, I'd say. Path's already laid out for us! What do you guys think?"

if the less traveled path seems viable
"You know what they say about the path less traveled! Anyone up for seeing where this goes?" Bisag unsheaths a sword nearly as large as he is, and begins practicing his one handed weed cutting.


Female Panthera Tiger Animal Companion 5
Stats:
HP:50 AC:20 T:14 FF:16 Init:+4 Fort:6 Ref:8 Will:3 Perception:10

confirming Bisag's suspicions
survival: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16

if worn path is the better option
Baghayod lazily begins down the worn trail.

if less traveled path seems to be better option
Baghayod seems excited to hunt down the over grown path.


"Either path is fine with me," quips the scaly gnome, "All paths are the same from above." Either way it was good. The clear paths would allow the walkers to move as fast as they were able. The overgrown path would allow for more surprises to keep the trip interesting.


Male AC: 19 FF:14 Touch:15 HP: 10/10 F:+7 R:+4 W:+7

"More importantly. Which path is the right one?"


Male Half-orc Skinwalker(ragebred) Druid (nature fang) 5

"Indeed, does anyone know the surrounding are well?"

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Forest path

Bisag Yegigoth:
Your gut tells you that the well traveled way would be the best way.

As you head on the trail you all hear drums off in the distants.

Sets your self's up and roll for initiative

O: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (1) + 0 = 1

OD: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

OB: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (16) - 1 = 15


M Human Gunslinger(Rifle Master)/5 (HP 55/55| AC:24 | T:17 | FF:17 | CMB:6 | CMD:22 | Fort:+6 | Ref:+11 | Will:+4 | Init:+8/10 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Initiative: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18


Male 1/2Giant- Orc Brawler [wild child] 5
Stats:
HP:70 AC:19 T:10 FF:19 Init:+0 Fort:+8 Ref:+4 Will:+3 Perception:10
activated abilities:
Knockout(1/d; DC:16); Martial Flexability (5/d); Wild Trick(6/d; Sic 'em)

Bisag Init: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (9) + 0 = 9
Bāghayōd Init: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

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