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Male Half Orc L7 Scarred Witch Doctor HP 91/91
Quick Stats:
Init +9 | AC 21 18, t 14, ff 14 | hp 91/91 | Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +8 | Perception +11
Sicsivicus wrote:
Drovic - if we're done plotting the meet then yes, ready to move ahead to talking to the girl then the meet

Ok. Just wanted to update my daily spells. I'll RP the discussion some as needed. Thanks


Save your charge Drovic. I'm only down four at this point No reason to use up a perfectly good spell on that.


Kleonna introduces Sic to the young woman, a petite and pretty face on a slightly to skinny body. "Mira, this is Sic. You answer his questions plain and straight you hear?"

"Yes ma'am" she states submissively.


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Sic lost faith that he was going to be dealing with a real man at the sight of the thin girl. The priest preferred his women thicker with curves but he'd wait to pass certain judgement until he actually the mark. He activated his ability to Discern Lies and commenced his questioning.

Hey Mira, just take it easy girl. You're not in any trouble here. Can you tell me everything you remember about the man dressed in peasant garb that visited you earlier?


"Well..." she stammers out. "It's the first time I ever seen this fellow. He wasn't dressed well, but I think that was a ruse. He didn't smell bad, not like most folk that come in here, and certainly not like I'd expect given his clothing."

"He was, err, a bit scrawny, and his skin was pale, 'cept his hands and face, like it had never seen the sun. He, uh, didn't drink nothin', which I thought unusual. One thing, he was very sure of himself. Had a presence about him, like he was used to getting his way."


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

A wolf in sheep's clothing then. Anything else remarkable? Did he have any fetishes? Or say anything that stood out?


"He just sat on the bed and looked at me for a while before we got down to pleasure, making idle talk. And he wouldn't let me touch his clothing, which was odd, usually they are all to eager for the help."


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Suspicions writhed in Sic's mind like worms... gotta stay on guard around this guy bub...

Alright thats good. Appreciate it Mira. Best if you dont mention that guy or me to anyone 'cept Kleonna. Savvy?

The half orc puncuated his question with a stack of ten gold coins in the girls hand.

...probably about time to meet up with Krast and then get to the bar...

Sic flashes the girl a toothy grin and then heads to the kitchen.


"Yes sir." she states, pocketing the coins in a small bag.

Where would everyone like to position themselves? Sic will be near the south wall to be at the bar.

Upper Level Map Building on the far right


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

Positioned in a corner chair, a girl on his lap, Anthony bore the guise of a large wealthy man. He chatted with the girl and laughed, seemingly too busy talking about his own greatness to notice anything else.

In reality he was looking the room over, ready for whatever might happen. "A moment my dear." He said, getting up and going to the bar for another drink. Standing next to Sic, he renewed the Message spell as covertly as possible, before returning to his position.


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Slamming his empty glass down on the bar and calling for another along with steak and eggs, Sic waited as patiently as he could... news on Vaek?.. if this guys pulling a fast one then he'll pay in blood... and with his soul if I have anything to say about it... Once Krast walked away he muttered under his breath.

We all set?


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

Whispering through the newly applied spell, Anthony nodded to himself, quickly realizing as much and turning the nod towards his hostess while raising his glass in her direction. "Dont see how we can be much more ready without knowing more than we do. Best we can do is be ready for anything...as futile as that may be."


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

GM Ascension - any other people in the bar besides Tony, his girl and a barkeep? If so, do we know any of them?

Perception +13, Sense Motive + 15


Male Half Orc L7 Scarred Witch Doctor HP 91/91
Quick Stats:
Init +9 | AC 21 18, t 14, ff 14 | hp 91/91 | Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +8 | Perception +11

Drovic sits at a table off by himself and reads a book while picking at his meal. He ignores his companions and keeps an eye out for trouble.

Perception +10


Map's bein' weird, so I can't see it.
Sorad sits at another table in the middle of the room, facing away from the door, and slowly nurses a drink.
Message: Someone who can detect magic should start that running. Let's see what this guy's got on 'im.


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

"As much as Id like to, maintaining the spell requires concentration and focus on what you are trying to detect." He stopped a moment to talk to the girl again as she inquired who he was whispering to "Oh, uh, nothing, nothing. Sometimes I speak my thoughts to myself out loud dear. Bad habit."

"Whoever this person is may well notice someone staring in his direction like that."


There is a bouncer at the door, his only visible weapon a cudgel.
There is another man, mostly drunken, sitting at the north side of the room, drifting in and out of sleep. A regular patron according to Kleonna.

The wait is not long. A man, just short of 6' in height enters from the front. His clothing is a plain brown, the sleeves of his shirt frayed, and a hole in one knee of his pants. Short cut black hair covers his head. One finger has a simple iron band on it, possibly a wedding ring.

Kleonna gives the man a nod then pours two ales, setting one before Sic and the other at an empty seat next to him. The man takes a quick inventory of the room then sits in the empty seat next to Sic. He sizes up the half-orc then holds out a hand, "I'm Dale." he offers, "Not a bad place this. A man could spend a lot of time here." His face offers no warmth or smile though.


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

As soon as Kleonna set down the two beers Sic knew their mark had arrived. He waited calmly for the man to sit and read his aura before taking the offered hand and replying in turn.

Detect Alignment (at will)

Hah! Many men do Dale, many men do. Name's Sic.

Perception + 13


Sic:

It will take a couple of rounds to figure out the alignment as you need to do one of detect evil/good/law/chaos at a time, but you've plenty of time.
Lawful Evil.

Dale takes a sip of his ale, looking behind him at the other patrons. "I'd like a word with you in private if you have somewhere we can talk? A friend of yours said you might be able to help us out."

Sic:

The inflection of his words leaves no doubt in your mind he is referring to Vaek.


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Sic instinctively took a sip of his beer right after Dale did and raised an eyebrow at the man's statement.

A friend huh? Aint got but so many of them these days ...

The brute paused to take a long draw off of his beer before continuing.

... but alright. There's a room back here where we can talk.

Taking his beer with him, Sic lead the way to one of the side rooms.

If sic's knows of one that doesnt have a window then he'll choose that one.


Dale follows Sic into the vacated bedroom and takes a seat on a small stool in the room.

"Straight to business if you don't mind." Dale doesn't really wait for a response. "You're friend is in a bit of a bind. But I have something that can aid you in that." he digs into one of his pockets and pulls forth a iron key. "I happen to have access to a key that will fit the lock of his cell. If you and your friends can get in, getting your buddy out should be a cinch."

"Now no doubt you are wondering if I can be trusted? How did I come by this key? Is this a trap laid to ambush you? And what do I get out of this? I'll answer the last question first. You and your friends will do something for me in exchange for this. There is a certain location I wish to break in to, with several wards placed to guard it - that is where I need your assistance."

"As to a trap, if that were my intent, I could have simply left an anonymous message with the city guard that there was some kind of trouble at this fine establishment and that perhaps they ought to take everyone in for questioning."


Sorad casually stands up and follows about a minute later (would have whispered to Sic asking whoch room they were going to as they left). He positions himself down the far side of the corridor, so that he won't be seen if the 'peasant' doesn't look back as he leaves.
Tony, you can detect magic through doors right? If they talk for more than a little while, you should be able to sort through Sic's stuff and any magic this other guy has on him.

Can we hear both sides of the conversation through the message spell, or just what Sic is saying, or neither?


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Sic wouldve activated Discern Lies (at will) as soon as he started talking. Should have about 3 rounds left this day.

Sense Motive + 15

Sic folded his arms and regarded the man as he spoke. He didnt immediately reach for the key. He waved a finger in the common 'keep it quieter' gesture as he replied in a soft voice lest there be unwanted eavesdroppers. and to keep within the parameters of Tony's spell

So you scored a key to Vaek's cell and want us to breach some secure location in payment...

The half orc trailed off and let the impication of whether his words were question or statement linger.

...if you have a key to our boy's cell then you should have some insight to what else we'll have to deal with once inside right?


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

Dropping all pretenses once the pair had left, Anthony waved the girl off his lap, pressing some coin into her palm as he got up. "That will do girl." He said offhand before following after Sorad.

Hearing Sorads question, he stepped away from the door to a distance where he felt confident his voice would not drift into the room as he cast the detection magic. Walking back to the door, he started to concentrate on the magical auras within


Male Half Orc L7 Scarred Witch Doctor HP 91/91
Quick Stats:
Init +9 | AC 21 18, t 14, ff 14 | hp 91/91 | Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +8 | Perception +11

Drovic remains seated watching the common room for trouble. As he sees Krast get up, he casts message on him.


There isn't a hallway from the common room to the private room to head into, but that won't have any effect on Anthony's detect magic.

Anthony:

You detect 15 magical auras. Six in one location, nine in another.
The most powerful has a strong emanation. Without being able to see the auras directly you cannot determine what form of magic any of them take.

"A score of guards, including both a priest and a sorcerer, and two wizards of middling ability. An alarm spell at both the front gate and the top of the stairs to the prison block. And finally a zone of anti magic where your comrade is held."


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Nothing from Discern Lies or Sense Motive?

Sic ground his teeth and took a seat.

Sounds like a gods damned walk in the park bub. Don't suppose there's a back way in that's often overlooked by a guard with a freshly filled purse?

Intimidate for Diplomacy +21


Nothing from either.
As the conversation continues Dale to becomes more at ease.

"Perhaps, but the mages are a lot more thorough in checking up on those they hire out as staff for the prison. Offer enough coin and some of them might be good for a bribe, but very risky that. Mayhap a distraction near the prison to draw some of them out? It would need to be something out of the ordinary though to draw them forth. Anything as simple as petty crimes or the like they would leave for the regular city guard to deal with." Dale thinks for a moment, "If you can break your friend out, are you confident you can handle the task I have in mind for you? Finding and getting past whatever wards or traps may have been laid?"


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Sic waved a hand in dismissal along with a grunt.

Bah, if we can spring Vaek then we're golden. Surely what you want isn't as protected as he his. Is it?


"Different kinds of protection on what I'm after. So protected as well? Depends on how good your team is. But I figure if you can spring your buddy this other ought not to be more than you can handle."

"So here is what I'm willing to pay then. This key and 1000 gold coins up front. Another 1000 when the job is done and you may loot whatever items of value we find, minus of course the item I am seeking."


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

The gold sounded like chump change to Sic for what had to be a dangerous venture...but getting Vaek back in the fold is more than worth the risk...and he did mention other loot...

Youve got a deal bub. We'll need time after springing our boy to regroup before we hit your joint. How do I reach you for the particulars when we're ready?


"You know the Iron Gullet? It's a tavern near the west gate, a bit north of it. You can leave a message for me there. This a good place to leave a message for you if I need to relay something? And to send you your coin up front?"


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Sic nodded at both questions and with no nay sayers whispering in his ear he agreed to the deal. Assuming he does know the Iron Gullet

Aye, I know it and this place will work just fine for reaching out to me. You got yourself a deal pal.

The brute rose and held out his hand for the key.


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

Anthony wouldnt disagree, but I dont think he can hear anything through the message spell. Sic would have to whisper for that, I think.


Dale tosses the key to Sic. "We've a bargain then."
If there is nothing else he leaves.

You are familiar with the Iron Gullet
Go ahead and add the 1k gold to the group loot for the advance payment, it is delivered to Kleonna later that morning.

What are the plans for the new day? You have the drow prisoner and the two from the warehouse against the northern cliff.

New spell craft rolls can be made on the lyre taken from the drow.


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

After catching the key, Sic nodded with tusks bared and watched as the man left. He gave it a fully hundred count before exiting the small room and made his way below to rejoin his crew and hash out some plans.


Male Half Orc L7 Scarred Witch Doctor HP 91/91
Quick Stats:
Init +9 | AC 21 18, t 14, ff 14 | hp 91/91 | Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +8 | Perception +11

When Sic comes out of the room, Drovic stands and walks over to him. "Everything good brother?"


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Aye brother, as good as things could be I reckon. Lets take our business where theres no chance of eavesdropping.

Sic will lead the way to their hideout and wait for the rest of the clique to show before sharing everything that was said between himself and Dale.

And that's where we are. No matter what we're gonna need rest if you lot are as spell spent as I am. Hell, who remembers the last time we slept?


Male Half Orc L7 Scarred Witch Doctor HP 91/91
Quick Stats:
Init +9 | AC 21 18, t 14, ff 14 | hp 91/91 | Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +8 | Perception +11

Drovic leans back in his chair with his hands behind his head as Sic explains the situation. When he finishes. "Rest would be nice. What's the plan Krast?"


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

Flinging himself, armor and all onto a cot, Anthony began to get comfortable. "The plan is the same as before Dale showed up, just easier now. We break out Vaek." He fell quiet for a moment.

"The more I think about it, the more a frontal no nonsense approach appeals to me." He sat up and looked at the others. "Atleast that way we have the upper hand going in. I think taking out the gate silently may be our best bet, then rushing Vaek out of there. Maybe acquire a scroll or two to try and dispel the alarm at the cell block?"


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Squatting while leaning against the wall, Sic grinned at Tony's plan.

"Brutal and bloody. You know I'm game friend. The scrolls are a good idea. Gonna cost some coin but we got it. We could call on more hands as well. There's always Tasem and his crew. What was his name? Smet? Guy's actually been inside. We'll need a guide to keep from getting pinned in."


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

"Remember how I suggested going over the wall with spiderclimb, invisible ofcourse." He leaned on his knees, hands clasped. "Bringing Smet is a definite yes. Some of us take him to the door, dispel the alarm and go inside for Vaek. The rest get ready to rush the door when we need to leave. We will have a five minute window to do all this before our collective Invisibility runs out."


Stats:
HP = 70, F +9, R +2, W +12, Init +4; Darkvision 90', Scent; Perc. +14, Bluff +23, SM +16, Stealth +8

Nodding as the plan truly began to take shape, Sic added "Dale suggested a diversion to draw some of the guards out. We should case the joint to find a suitable spot."

A suitable spot sounded ideal for other reasons at the moment and Sic took after Krast in finding a cot.

And now I plan on catching some shuteye.

The brute shed his armor and stretched before laying out and promptly going to sleep.


Male Half Orc L7 Scarred Witch Doctor HP 91/91
Quick Stats:
Init +9 | AC 21 18, t 14, ff 14 | hp 91/91 | Fort +11, Ref +8, Will +8 | Perception +11

Drovic leans back already falling asleep as he hears the last few words spoken by Sic.


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

"No need to do recognizance." Anthony said from his bed, hands behind his head. "We already know the layout. I think we move tomorrow just before damn, and should there be complications we either deal with them then or leave to plan further."

He turned in his bed, resting on one armored elbow. "There will be time for further talk in the morning, but in case we are in agreeance now I would ask. Do you agree to my proposed course of action, over the wall Invisible, dispel the alarm, get Vaek, and the burst out the front door?"

Ascension, how long would a scroll of Communal Spider Climb and a few Dispel Magic scrolls take to acquire? Can Smet possibly cast either? (I cant remember his list)


You can have both of those by early the next morning/late next evening.

Smet can cast both. They aren't on his known spells, but they are on the sorcerer spell list.

+6 HP to everyone for resting overnight, or +12 with a successfull heal check from someone.


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

Dont think Anthony has taken much of any damage, but he will burn level one slots on healing his suit if it has sustained damage, then rest. Does "Early the next morning" mean the morning we are coming to after our rest?


Correct. I believe the plan was to break Vaek out the following night/early morning? You can acquire the scrolls in that time frame.


Latest in the rumor mill is that Rosuc was arrested at The Silver Spirits last night. The exact reason for the arrest doesn't seem to be clear. Anything from dealing pesh, offending one of the council of seven, failing to pay taxes, murder, and arson.

Speaking of arson someone burned down one of the merchant shops on the merchant road.

And there was a half-elf wizard that went insane over near The Barren Mermaid yesterday afternoon. Killed a dozen city guardsman before blowing himself up.

And I keep thinking I've failed to mention this to this group, but should have for yesterdays game day.

Gumlat has been attacked by the Fran's. A number of the city guard have been pulled from duty and sent towards Gumlat to help deal with it.

Kn Geography 5:

The Fran's are a small neighboring kingdom to the west of Gumlat.

Profession (Soldier/Mercenary) 5 or Kn History 15:

What could the Frans possibly be thinking. From a size perspective they don't stand a chance of keeping up against the empires armies. Add in the backing of the wizard tower and they are doomed.


Male Human Oracle 1 / Summoner 6 (Synthesist)
Stats:
HP: 70 + 60 Temporary, Initiative: +2, Perception: + 18, AC: 28 (T: 16, FF: 22), CMD: 22, Fort: 9, Refl: 11, Will: 10

Knowledge(History): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23

Anthony will relay the spoilered information. So, who is Rosuc? If we heard of him or met him before I cant say I remember.

Also, exploding elven wizard? Sounds interesting :O

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