Ailetha Aurcalam |
Karlan Bladetwist |
KArlan hands off 2,200gp to Celstra and says. "That should be enough I hope. By the way. Don't really need any help with strength or wisdom but...well" Leaning in Karlan asks quietly for a headband that helps with charisma instead.
Karlan Bladetwist |
I think right now we're more eager to rest and recover and get ourselves prepped for bear. We did okay at the house but I think honestly that came down to luck and good rolls when they counted most. Nevermind Aldern, he was a punk. it was the damn bat, the bad saves, and the hosue itself which damn near killed us.
Ailetha Aurcalam |
So it is 500 for +1 armor and 1000 for a +1 weapon. Everyone check your cash and let me know what you want. Not sure whether I will purchase anything yet myself. Better armor would be nice. I might get a Mithral Shirt and give it a +1. And then save up enough to make Celestial Armor if I can. It is 11.5k to make, but well worth it.
Celestra Zomesco |
"That should be enough I hope. By the way. Don't really need any help with strength or wisdom but...well"
"Karlan, that's a lot of gold! Hmm! I could have a great party with all of this! Just kidding. But seriously, I appreciate the trust you are putting in me. I'll do my best to create that band for you that will give you the splendor of an eagle! Mind you, I'm not a miracle worker and I can only work with what I'm given to work with."
Turning to Perdition, Celestra asks, "Perdy, would you be willing to be a dear and escort me further around the town. I hate to be entrusted with all of this gold with little support from my friends! Mind you, if I start spending too much of Karlan's money at the pub, you better stop me!"
Celestra (and Perdition if he is willing) hits the town with Ailetha to purchase equipment and supplies needed for this exciting new task.
"Ailetha, my dear, I'm excited to trying out my knowledge of magic and putting it to a practical use that will help us with the next stage of the adventure. So, where should go to get started?"
Knowledge, Local 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18
Proceeding to a shop to get the needed equipment, Celestra tells Ailetha her needs.
"So, Ailetha, my dear. If you are going to enchant some arms and armor, I could really use a Masterwork Rapier and a suit of Masterwork Breastplate enchanted. This would help immensely against the evil I fear we will be facing. Does that sound doable to you?"
Ailetha Aurcalam |
If you get the armor, I should be able to give it magical enhancement to make the rapier a little sharper and the armor a little tougher to hit. No guarantees, but I think I can do it.
If you are planning on keeping it for a while, you should see if you can't get a golden stein engraved on the breastplate, that would be very appropriate for you.
The materials should cost 1500 gold in addition to the cost of the masterwork equipment if you do not already have it.
@DMZZ - I will buy masterwork tools, I figure that 1 set of masterwork tools should be enough, I think that everyone has metal equipment - only perdition fights with a wooden club and nobody has leather that they are going to want enhanced.
Spellcraft(rapier+1): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (14) + 11 = 25 vs DC 8 --> 1 day
Spellcraft(breastplate +1): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (9) + 11 = 20 vs DC 8 --> 1 day
I assume that Harry and Kanyk will want weapons and possibly armor enhanced, I don't need anything. Karlan, if you want something, let me know.
Heavy Harry |
OK could Harry please have a +1 added to both his M/Work Chain Shirt and M/Work Greataxe? Thanks :P please also note that this would also now free up a Ring of Protection +1 that Harry WAS wearing, which he 'paid' the party 1k for earlier - anyone want to buy it at that proce or just vendor it off?
Ailetha Aurcalam |
Harry, keep em both unless you need the cash. The ring's +1 is a deflection bonus while the Armor's +1 is an enhancement bonus. If you are short on cash, you are better keeping the ring and getting the upgraded armor when we have the money.
Spellcraft(Harry Armor): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (8) + 11 = 19 vs. DC 8 --> 1 day
Spellcraft(Harry axe): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (19) + 11 = 30 vs DC 13 (accelerated work increases DC by 5, forgot this above) --> 1 day
Ailetha Aurcalam |
Hmmm hadn't thought of that...!
Actually, we will have to check with DMZZ, I think that the +1 is an enhancement bonus to the armor, but the armor grants an armor bonus. Thus you will have the chain shirt (+4) plus the +1 enhancement for a total of +5 Armor Bonus as well as a +1 Deflection Bonus from the ring.
I am quickly learning all the different versions of available bonuses as I try to figure out how I want to play Jez in HoJ. What can I do to make her the buffest sorceress around.
Celestra Zomesco |
Celestra takes the needed components and tries to infuse the band with magic to create Karlan a headband of Charisma.
"My dear Cayden Cailean, guide me this day to create a wondrous item that will aid my friends in our work to bring goodness and fine brew to this land. Let this headband also improve Sir Karlan's charming personality. Thanks for all your help!"
Touch of Good granting a +3 bonus
After purchasing the needed supplies, Celestra spends two days crafting a Headband of Alluring Charisma +2
Spellcraft Check vs. DC 13 1d20 + 10 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 10 + 3 = 23
Sixteen hours of work, two days later, Celestra pulls out the headband and smiles to herself.
"Hmm, Karlan is going to like this!"
Ailetha Aurcalam |
@Celestra - if you are doing the Headbands in 2 days, you need to do it at the accelerated speed which is +5 to the DC. So your DC would be 18. A little risky, but gets the stuff done faster. The time is 1 day per 1000 in base price. You pay 1/2 base price to make it, but it is still the base price that the crafting time is calculated from.
Celestra Zomesco |
Sorry for the mistake, I was using the 2,000 crafting price as the base price. Celestra would not hurry for her first attempt. If time is not an issue, please give her the four days to create the headband.
Ailetha Aurcalam |
Celestra and Harry need to deduct 1500 gold each. Karlan, Perdition and Kanyk need to let me know if they need anything. Although since we have not heard from Kanyk in long time, I do not expect to get a yay or nay from him.
That is 4 days for those two weapons and 2 armors.
Celestra Zomesco |
Ailetha, I realize that I do not have the money to invest in Masterwork Breastplate plus the enhancement. So, I will have you enchant my Mithral Chain mail shirt instead. In fact, I think I prefer the light weight instead. Perhaps some day I can purchase a Mithral Breastplate, but not yet.
After four days of labor, Celestra approaches Karlan with her first attempt at creating a magical wondrous item and presents to him an elegantly crafted head band.
"Here you are, my friend. This headband is crafted with divine magic and my own special touch that will give you the charm and wit you have always dreamed of. Not that you weren't charming before, my dear. However, I am certain that it will serve you well in your need. I even have some spare change for you as well. I didn't need as much as I thought."
Celestra hands over the Headband of Alluring Charisma +2 as well as a small pouch of 100 gold pieces.
Ailetha Aurcalam |
Karlan and/or Celestra - I can loan you some money if you need something. With Karlan's glass jaw, an extra +1 on his armor would not be a bad thing. And a +1 on the shield if he feels so inclined. I did not buy anything as I do not want to waste the money on masterwork armor at this point.
Karlan Bladetwist |
Already have a +1 breastplate and a +1 shield. At this point he needs to look at other items like rings of protection or natural armor. The charisma headband actually will help quite a bit more things than either item. More Lay on Hands, more attack and AC while smiting, better saves. It's like three items rolled into one. :) Also learned my own lesson about keeping a spell slot open to memorize what i need at the time. I dont regret the bless weapon since auto critting on the bat helped immensely. But, a lesser restoration would have solved a lot of problems too.
Karlan graciously accepts the headband and the money. "Thanks so much celestra. I've got a feeling we're going to need all the help we can get.
Ailetha Aurcalam |
DMZZ - would a Mithral Heavy Shield be available in town? If so, I think I will buy one and enhance it to +1.
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (8) + 11 = 19 vs. DC 8
I will skip this if Celestra needs anything.
Celestra Zomesco |
Some day I will save up for a Mithral Breastplate, but in the meantime, I will have to wait. Celestra is good to go!
"Thanks so much Celestra. I've got a feeling we're going to need all the help we can get."
"In this case, I would trust to that feeling. Well, at the least I have a new rapier that is going to be a force to be reckoned with! Mind you, the way you and Harry deal with our enemies, I am not sure I will even have the chance to put it to the test. Let's hope it will ever be that way. So, do we have time for a round at the Rusty Dragon, or do you think we will be departing for Magnimar soon? I'm actually looking forward to getting back aboard a boat!"
DM Zyren/ Heart of Runes |
Nearly a week after you have returned to Sandpoint, you feel equipped and refreshed enough to make the trip to Magnimar.
Yesterday a high priest of Pharasma has arrived from Korvosa and after listening to Karlan's detailed report, he has proposed to hallow and consecrate the whole place. But since a lich-infested house is an entity totally unknown in all over Golarion, he also proposes to hold a synod to gather more clerical knowledge and "firepower". He also underlines that such a phenomenon could mean a great opportunity to learn more about the secrets of undeath. He will soon meet with Father Abstalar and Mayor Deverin to work out details.
The Sandpoint Saviours now have to decide how they plan their trip to Magnimar, if they look for Vhisky's or Quink's help, where they want to get started in magnimar etc.
Celestra Zomesco |
"I'm with you Handsome! I'll bet you are as eager as I am to get your sea legs under you again!"
Celestra Zomesco |
Celestra smiles and replies,"You certainly are a little scoundrel, Mr. Handsome. I see why you have the reputation as a saucy sailor man."
Karlan Bladetwist |
Karlan doesn't seem to like or even care for the idea of "studying" the house and learning about undeath he makes a point to diplomatically avoid the priest so he doesn't feel compelled to knock his teeth in. Instead he dives headlong into his job and simply goes along with the others hoping to find the root of this aldern problem.
Going along with Celestra and Ailetha for now.
Celestra Zomesco |
"Lets talk to Jabryl and get more information on contacts in Magnimar."
"So who is this Jabryl again, and where do we go to find him?"
Ailetha Aurcalam |
Jabryl is the head of the local Sczarzi - they Sandpoint thieves guild if you will.
I figure if someone will have contacts in Magnimar who can tell us where we can find this Skinsaw Brotherhood, it will be him.
Since everyone seems to be in agreement, I lead all who want to join - hopefully including at least 1 or 2 front liners - to Jabryl's tavern hangout.
Celestra Zomesco |
"So we are going to a den of thieves? You certainly like to hang out in all the fun spot in town, don't you? So do we have to worry about this guy, or can we be ourselves? I mean, is he going to dislike the fact that we work for the Sheriff? Well, at least we are going to a Tavern. Cayden Cailean is always looking out for me!"
DM Zyren / Heart of Riddles |
Very good
The Fatman's Feedbag hasn't opened before late afternoon, but you still try your luck and Desna smiles - again.
Jubrayl is standing in front of the shabby tavern, supervising the unloading of a large amount of barrels from an open horsewagon.
Half a score of his Varisian fellows are sweating heavily while hauling the cargo into the basement of the tavern.
Celestra Zomesco |
Once Ailetha points out Jubrayl, Celestra walks up to him and says.
"It looks like a fine shipment of brew for a fine establishment. Would you care for a blessing from Cayden Cailean upon these barrels, my good sir? Taverns can always use extra blessings from the drunken god!"
Touch of Good +3
Diplomacy 1d20 + 13 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 13 + 3 = 22
Ailetha Aurcalam |
Ailetha could probably have use that Touch of Good.
Seeing Jubrayl in front of his feedbag.
Good afternoon Jubrayl. We need to speak with you regarding important matters. Can we step inside your establishment briefly?
Diplomacy: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25
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DM Zyren/ Heart of Runes |
Vhisky spots Karlan and smiles
Surely, potential blessings from the god of good drinks and the whole power of Sandpoint's law enforcers would refraining from such a nice meeting make me look like an idiot, eh?
The weasel-faced Varisian criminal leads you inside and seats himself at a large table in the centre of the still empty tavern.
So?