DMummy's Mask

Game Master Elmdorprime

Ibrahim is an old Osiriani male human. You notice nothing out of place about him.

The merchant chuckles at Tariq's question.

I was born in a wadi near...Sssothisss if that'sss what you mean.

I would like to purchase the frankincense.

Yeah, or Lady Frankincense if they have that. I'll chip in as well, but my pockets ain't quite as deep as Noonan's.

Dwalindor starts to count his balance of coin in his head. Fortunately, his income is not high or smoke may start to come from his ears with the effort.

Tariq, you notice anything that she might be interested in?

Frankincenssse is indeed a good...choice. The oil isss more...intimate however there isss a risssk of being...asssked to apply it.

Ibrahim chuckles.

I recommend a...sssilver frankincenssse. It is quite...cossstly but ssstill the best you buy. A sssmall container to...keep it in wouldn't be a terrible idea either. Perhapsss...bronze? Gold is a bit too...extravagant but bronze is highly prized asss a traditional metal. I jussst ssso happen to have ssseveral...itemsss that might ssserve.

Bronze is fine

Sounds good to me, Ib

"Holy cow, I can't believe I am going to say this. . . Maybe I can try wearing a bit of it and gifting it to her, but if she isn't buying off on that, we have to try having Dwalindor make an apology."

"Maybe just have the dwarf make the gift then offer to display some feats of strength or something."

Tariq purses his lips.

"Lemme think, what else, what else."

Know Local or nobility: 1d20 + 6 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 6 + 2 = 20

That would take plenty of ale.

Aye. Or stronger.

The dwarf hopes Tariq knows something else of customs that will help.

Wait, what would Tariq be wearing? Just to be clear, frankincense is a incense (sold by a guy named Frank).

"Wait! You mean frankincense only comes in an incense stick and not an oil? . . . There is a certain merchant in Agrabah I would like to discuss that with then, but hey, I'm all tor the sticks if it means I can avoid her pleasure chamber."

Tariq strokes his beard. Did his roll dig up any knowledge?

"Okay, I am just suggesting this, but what if we went back. I make the point I wished to return to make ammends with Mumminopfrah for the slight. I point out that she directed me to be your host and I accept responsibility for your actions. I will need a public apology from the dwarf for his abruptness. Then he must elaborate that he owes this friend of yours a life debt so he was focused on repaying it he wasn't aware he had been perceived as being insulting. You are sorry that a misunderstanding between two cultures resulted and I made you aware of this."

"I say some nice words."

"Noonan offers the incense, makes some comparisons of her greatness to the sun."

"Maybe the dwarf does some entertaining physical feats, or hits some watermelons with his big hammer, I don't know something? Like, um, maybe axe throwing---do you do that?"

Tariq holds his hands out to the group while raising his shoulders.

"Help me flesh this one out guys."

I can flatter to be sure. She is Gross..err..Gloriously Incandescent! Perhaps Dwal can entertain with feats of strength, say wrestling a champion of hers or a guard. Getting beat a little can help soothe egos.

This is good. Not totally sure what I can do to assist but I am all in!

"Well Shad, do you have any tricks you can perform to amuse her?"

Tariq: if Muminofrah has taken a fancy to Dwalindor and been rebuffed the important thing is for Dwalindor himself to approach and flatter her. Nobility does not get rejected by commoners in Osirion.

The dwarf huffs.

Fine! Give me that incense or oil or whatever it is. Let's go see that she-camel. If you suggestions of flowery words of flattery that I can say without choking, I am all ears.

How about..

I love the way you press your cheek against my forehead
give me little eskimo nose kisses
pinch me and call them pixie bites
playfully make fun of me
talk about growing up and the future
make plans to visit me for holidays
become my favorite most cuddly pillow
say hey girl, with that look in your eyes

Just google sappy poems

Uh, yeah. Right Noonan. I will save that one for the closer.
Tariq, please tell me you've got something better.

I could send some fireballs in the air to simulate the fireworks when he looks into her eyes?

Let me know when you're ready!

if dwalindor is, let us know how much we owe irbrahim and we are good

All set! Maybe get some slave girls to oil up Dwal's bare chest so he can flex.

Dwalindor is ready. He even combs his beard.

Will retroactively apply anything Tariq offers into his performance.

Let's Rock!'

Ibrahim graciously charges you 500 gp for the frankincense and elaborate bronze thurible (with chain!) to carry it in. He even thanks you for your custom.

As you approach the Palace again the guards recognize you and smirk.

Halt! Why do you approach the Palace of the beautiful and generous Muminofrah?

Dwalindor is happy to let one of the social types speak to this messenger. He is saving his voice for the madam.

stranded in airport - will post later tonight - hopefully .

Fun! But better the airport than the airplane am I right?

These humble petitioners have come to offer ur most sincere and profuse apologies to Her Excellence. We bear a delightful gift of frankincense to offer as a token of appreciation and after a proper instruction on manners, shall conduct ourselves as required.

Diplomacy,Aid,Touch of Glory,Enhanced Diplmacy: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (10) + 11 = 21

1d20 ⇒ 17 Shad sends up a fireball into the sky to show how sincere they are

When we were here earlier, it was obvious we did not have the proper gifts to present to the lady of such stature. We have remedied the situation and are back to pay respects. Lead on...

I'm assuming you didn't actually do that Shad?

No. Just an assist on diplo and was being funny

As Shad begins to cast, Tariq tries to stop him and calm the guards as well.

"Shad, we should wait until we are given word that her Ecellency is prepared to witness your display. Please refrain from starting it prematurely. This is a Royal Barge, not some street corner where you must attract a crowd. Keep in mind there is only one observer who matters for this engagement."

He gestures to the guards and then to his companions.

"Yes, my friends and I have procured an appropriate gift for her Excellency and some other urgent matters that only concern her at the moment, so if you good fellows could do what you can to ensure no unnecessary delays that would be most welcome."

Tariq smiles.

diplomacy: 1d20 + 11 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 11 + 2 = 32

Dwalindor nods in approval at Tariq's request and makes the "lead us onward, servants" motion to the guards.

Thank goodness.

The guards seem impressed by your display and grant you access into the palace.

Muminofrah is lounging near a fountain as you are announced and walk in, still fanned and eating grapes by the handful.

Oh my, you're back. I must say I'm a bit surprised to see you.

She's notably cool to you enter.

Indeed we could not stay away from your presence. After reflecting on our earlier faux paus, we spent time learning the proper way to show appreciation to a lady of your station and bring a humble gift of frankincense as a token of our regret and hope we can once again benefit from your many gifts. Noonan presents the frankincense and thurible.

"We knew you were accustomed to gifts and in our haste we came empty handed. Accept these as tokens of our appreciations"

The dwarf bows and stand with a grin.

Diplomacy : 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (16) - 1 = 15 ( assist on Noonan or his own if required )

"Your stunningness should be sung and I have brought a troubadour with a ballad to your beauty ." he indicates Tariq

Diplomacy,Enhanced Diplomacy: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19

Muminofrah appears delighted and pats the sliver of cushion near her that is unoccupied in clear invitation to Dwalindor.

I'm so glad you came back. Dwally, I must say I was quite upset at your behavior but come, show me this gift while your troubadour regales us.

She bats her eyelashes coyly at the dwarven barbarian.

With a bow, the dwarf once again takes his seat next to the woman, with as pleasant of a smile as he can muster.

It is my lucky privilege, thank you, your grace.

Noonan will set up the thurible and light it so the sweet scent of the herbs can fill the air and make things much more romantic.

Tariq gestures for music

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 11 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 11 + 2 = 30

"Oh Desert Noble of the floating Palace in the reeds, here the praises sung to thee after translation from the dwarven tongue. Ahem . . ."

The desert warrior begins to intone an ode to her excellency.

"Her dark brown eyes,
are deep and dark,
Like the eddies on the river in spring.
Her tanned brown skin,
the hue of copper toned dunes,
beautiful from top to toe,
Her power is magic,
A force unstoppable like the March of the Singing Sands."

"Fantasy covers her in an aura,
as she walks on the stretches of the rivers bank
her dark silk hair engulfs the beauty,
that reflects off the water."

"Mystery surrounds her,
like the dark clouds of desert storms,
there is power beneath her skin.
For her beating heart may choose to be an oasis for those in search of relief,
Or may be stilled at a whim of her own."

That last line should read to mean she can be like an oasis or she can choose to still the hearts of those who come to her. Just making sure it wasn't taken to mean a threat. Poems are not my thing, I was trying to come up with something new and artistic.

You're setting fire to 500 gp worth of frankincense? That's a lot of frankincense - giving it to her unlit to use at various ceremonies would be expected.

Muminofrah blinks at Tariq's unexpected tribute.

Oh Dwally, how wonderful a tribute.

She lets her hand...well drape isn't the right word for it since it's pretty large to do anything that ephemeral, but drop onto Dwalindor's thigh.

It's so nice that you've come back. Now, I know we'll get along just famously, what was it that caused you to come to my barge yesterday?

She's clearly expecting some more praise at the moment but she's more amenable to being asked for a favor.

OH! Just give it to her as a gift then.

The dwarf pauses before clearing his throat to speak

"Your emminence. We came to your palace having heard of your vast collection of knowledge and considerable resources and not to mention your generosity for a good cause...we came to ask for assistance with a certain masked sky Mage we encountered and has somehow ensourcled our friend ."

How fascinating! A sky mage you say? What pray tell is that?

You can tell she's only half-interested so as you recount the story of your adventures you'll want to make sure you flatter her.

Yes, not as fascinating as you and your impressive court, by far of course. No comparison really. You are a desert blossom and he was a choking weed. Anyway, would your grace be willing to help recover our poor, hapless friend and rid the curse of the mask of this sky mage or whatever he was? You reputation is unparalleled, and I would think someone as lovely as you would want to squash the sources evil in the world...especially those who may someday oppose you with armies of undead. Noonan and Tariq, would you not agree?

Dwalindor grins as best he can, trying not to choke.

Indeed, this Sky Pharaoh had his fingers in the most distressing rising of the undead in Wati and enspelled one of our comrades. Such villainy needs to suffer the wrathful but lovely hand of yourself with us as your bejeweled fingers of justice. Perhaps we could present him to you to be judged by your wisdom.

"Yes, and furthermore your eminence if you can assist this band with recovering their friend, Dawlindor will be free to focus more of his attentions towards you. Dwarven loyalty runs very very deep and with his friend in such peril he can't help be be distracted."

Tariq gently gestures towards Noonan.

"This learned man believes Dwalindor's companion can be rescued, but in order to do this he needs your assistance."

"Could you grant them access to the archives?"

Dipolmacy: 1d20 + 11 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 11 + 2 = 32

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I will have my characters offense and defense stats finished and in the profile tonight, after work.

I think my character has everything

@Sumak. Having "everything" has got to encumber you something fierce. :-P

(I am sorry could not resist).

I have a completly vain and meaninless question but its bugging me fiercely and I would greatly appreciate any help. Albus name is about to get locked, which one is better:

"Angel Eyes" Albus or Angel Eyes Albus?

DMummy are you allowing drawbacks?

I...do not recognize the term, I need to look it up!

Edit: Ah, negative traits. I am going to say no to those at the moment, but like all fickle DM's I reserve the right to change my mind at any point.

I appreciate the idea of having a third trait but I'd rather keep that option in my pocket as a reward for the group than give a player a negative trait I have to keep track of.

I have a completly vain and meaninless question but its bugging me fiercely and I would greatly appreciate any help. Albus name is about to get locked, which one is better:

"Angel Eyes" Albus or Angel Eyes Albus?

Use the quotation marks. Otherwise, it calls his parents' wisdom into question.

Merck wrote:

I have a completly vain and meaninless question but its bugging me fiercely and I would greatly appreciate any help. Albus name is about to get locked, which one is better:

"Angel Eyes" Albus or Angel Eyes Albus?

Use the quotation marks. Otherwise, it calls his parents' wisdom into question.

Good point, thx.

Yay!!!

Sorry no time for flavor this morning so I just had Rameth go pick our tomb

I'm in and out all day, I'll advance this afternoon so if you want to buy anything last minute you can.

Sorry about the entryway tedium guys, I was a little annoyed to see all the dungeon crawling in the first AP - after the tomb we should get to a good spot for RP opportunities.

I picked up Chapter 2 today so I'll look over that, if we get much more of the straight crawl I'll work on jazzing it up.

Nothing wrong w a dungeon!we just need to interact

Nothing wrong w a dungeon!we just need to interact

+1

dm can you put this at the top

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11RVK2QWXprgbS83bkDeKD-v7rlCufBgkpnc b9mZWEMM/edit#gid=0

I gave sumac an alch fire, I took one and I am putting the pitons and hammer in my pack as well since I am sure we don't want to sell those, but in the future we can all put loot here

Sorry everybody, Fridays and Saturdays are hard for me to post a lot. I have both my kids all day because my wife works 12 hour shifts.

I did not think I would get to post at all this weekend. We went to a dinosaur museum and then hit heavy traffic coming home. Yesterday a circuit kept tripping and taking my wireless connection out every 20 minutes or so.

I don't mean to seem capricious, but please try not to take 10 and 20 on all your rolls.

Going forward, if you do want to take 20 on a skill check please tell me exactly what you want to take 20 on (e.g. Perception on the chariot, disable the spear trap) and I'll give you results from there.

I don't want to take away a tool in your arsenal, but for comparison imagine how boring the opening of Raiders of the Lost Ark would have been if you'd been watching Indiana Jones take 10 minutes every three feet to check for booby traps, or he'd gotten out a ruler and notebook to exactly measure the volume of the statue and pulled out a scale to weigh the exact amount of sand to avoid triggering the collapse of the temple!

Well that would have been smart of him lol

But I won't do it unless it makes sense anymore

sounds fair enough for me, and makes a lot of sense.

Thanks. I hate to nag (and really there are times it makes no sense to roll, like climbing down a DC 5 rope) but failed rolls are some of the fun of the DM :)

HERE is the loot sheet

Thank's MiniGm, I posted it on Campaign Info as well.

Sorry guys, totally misread the portion of the adventure dealing with the rest of the northern room because I'm looking at my maps instead of my maps AND the maps in the AP.

I'll work it better in the future, promise.

All good. Where is our map link? On my phone looking for it :(

Last post on page 3 for now, I'll update it once I'm off my phone!

Hey guys, it's gonna be crazy at work - I'll update the map with your opponents around noon.

Azubah you could also set up rules for the reroll

IE any time a baddie rolls a 17 + on a save or a n attack

I have also seem people use the misfortune revelation in pbps like this, have the oracle do the d20 reroll in the same post he uses the revelation. Then the DM or player uses this roll insted of the original one. It keeps the back and forward to a minimum.

That sounds reasonable.

Looking back, I probably would have taken something else. C'est la vie.

Auto-correct suggests "cesspit" for "C'est".

Unlimited rerolls per day, can be used in friend or foe, its a great revelation. One of the bests, if not the best, the oracle has.

Posting will be spotty until afternoon, let me know when you guys are done searching/appraising the hallway and doll room and I'll post about...the next room!

Can you feel the tension?

Hey guys, sorry about my absence, I had a relative go into the hospital over the weekend. As a thank you for your patience you all get an extra bonus feat at second level (it's coming soon, promise).

You still have to qualify for the feat normally however!

As a thank you for your patience you all get an extra bonus feat at second level (it's coming soon, promise).

You still have to qualify for the feat normally however!

Penitence cannot come with strings attached! May Aroden's wrath fall foursquare upon you!

Many apologies, I got sucked into Wildstar Early Launch by my guild, spent more time there than I thought I would.

Is it good? I have read mixed reviews about it.

I think it depends on you (as do many MMO's) - I happen to think it's very good so far, but the telegraphs can be a bit off-putting as you're getting used to them.

It also helps to play up to about level 20 to get a flavor of how the classes are different from each other, some of them play pretty similarly in the beginning.

so i forgot that i got trap finding and can disarm magic traps as an investigator and have basically not had my campaign trait because i did not have the bonus.

permistiton to swap my trait? I will change to he appraise one

Granted.

Don't suppose we leveled?

You did, it's at the end of the purple wall o' text :D

Oops

Are we half +1 or rolling for hp I don't recall

Roll for HP, but reroll 1's.

Got it

Hp 1d8 ⇒ 8

dm i learned identify, and will make an extarac of that and use it on the magic shield

taking 10 on spell craft with the extract will get me a 27

also how much does that armor sell for if no one keeps it?

Also I have a question to the DM and the party. We are down to 4 players, usually I prefer bigger groups. How do you guys feel about it? Should we recruit one more or 4 is fine?