Destiny of the Sands High-Tier (Inactive)

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Dummy

Sovereign Court

Male Human War Priest of Iomedae HP 19/31 AC 15 T 0 FF 15, F +5 R +1 W +8, Init +1, Perception +9, Fervor 3/6

Dot.

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

Maximum dottage! :-P

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The adventure begins in Sandswept Hall, the Pathfinder Lodge in Sothis as Venture-Captain Norden Balentiir briefs you on your upcoming mission.

Balentiir shutters of the windows in his second-story office overlooking the lodge’s tranquil gardens and seats himself behind his writing desk. He nods and introduces a thin, aging Garundi man in an ornately bejeweled and feathered turban. "This is Amenopheus, the Sapphire Sage. I trust most of you know of him already. If you don’t, know that he has served both the Ruby Prince and the Pathfinder Society for many years, uncovering vast troves of lore from Ancient Osirion and mentoring some of our finest agents. He recently approached my colleagues and me with a request for assistance, and the Society has agreed to step up and aid its ally. The arrangement is, in fact, rather mutually beneficial." He nods to Amenopheus, signaling the elder man to speak.

"Faithful servants of the past, I bid you greetings," the wizened sage says with a shallow bow. "Our esteemed ruler, the Ruby Prince, recently released me from his service, which has freed me to learn more about a little-known organization to which I belong: the Jeweled Sages, protectors of Osirion’s history and chroniclers of its past glories. Quite by accident, I found myself initiated into this group, and have long believed myself to be its sole surviving member. Each sage in the group possesses a unique jewel — a priceless artifact that contains memories of Osirion’s golden age." He pauses as if considering how to express his thoughts "For many years, I have sought news of any other members of the Jeweled Sages. My agents recently learned of the Diamond Sage, whom they traced to the city of Eto in the Osirian Desert. At the same time, I received word from a reliable source that several other jewels in the vicinity. I ask that you travel to Eto, negotiate with my contact in the city for his assistance, and then use what you learn to find the Diamond Sage and these lost jewels." Venture-Captain Balentiir frowns and adds, "This contact has tried to remain anonymous, but we suspect he is none other than Grandmaster Torch. If you’ve heard of him — or worse, met him — you may know trading favors is his signature. Regardless of Torch’s past treacheries, we need you to deal with him fairly for the information. There is a caravan leaving for Eto in a few hours, so don’t delay."

"Do you have any questions?" Venture-Captain Norden Balentiir asks.

Sovereign Court

Male Human War Priest of Iomedae HP 19/31 AC 15 T 0 FF 15, F +5 R +1 W +8, Init +1, Perception +9, Fervor 3/6

"My brother has spoken of this Torch," Ober remarks. "He says he's a cross between a snake and a spider, with none of the looks or charms of either."

He tightens the gloves on his hands.

"I was also under the impression that Torch was to be killed on sight after his last stunt. Why should we negotiate fairly with one who always plays with a stacked deck? There are spells and methods that could extract this information from him. I'm sure there's more than a few paladins willing to go through atonement for the opportunity to get their hands on him."

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

A pretty young woman wearing leather armor obviously cut for mobility over protection sits in one of the chairs around the Venture-Captain's desk. She carries several weapons, including some that seem exotic and foreign here in Sothis. The most striking feature of this seemingly human girl is her short, bright orange hair, which has a wide white streak in it coming from just above her forehead.

Perception 15:

Your keen observational skills note that there is a fairly large hole in the girl's breeches just above her backside, which looks like it was cut to fit a tail, though the girl obviously has no tail.

"This Torch. I know the man. I helped recover several priceless statues for him, and we learned some... interesting things about him during that mission. His ruthlessness is only matched by his cunning, so we should tread lightly when dealing with him, that is for certain."

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Male Half-Orc Inquisitor 4 [ HP 31/31 | AC 18/12/16 | Fort +7, Ref +5, Will +8 | Init +5 | Perception +9 ]

A large half-orc listens impassively, longspear in hand and falchion strapped across his back. "I've never met the man. If you say be fair with him, then we will be fair. We will get these lost jewels, but what of the Diamond Sage?"

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

Haemish bristles at the thought of having to treat this Torch fairly, but understands that sometimes things must be done for the greater good. "We'll keep a close eye on him, to be sure!"

Liberty's Edge

M Halfling
Stats:
Bard 5 HP 28/28 NL 0 | AC 18, T 14, FF 15 | CMB +1, CMD 14 | F +2, R +8, W +5 | Init +3 | Perc +12, SM +11, | +1 Longsword +4/1d6-1/19-20/x2; Light Crossbow MW +8/1d6/19-20/x2

Seeing the Sapphire SAge again Herman frowns at the memory of the blue ink all over his face and hands while in training with the Pathfinder Society while completing a task for this man. Hopefully this mission would go smoother...

While the others discuss Grandmaster Torch, Herman searches his exhaustive memory for any knowledge about the Jeweled Sages, the Diamond Sage, or Eto and Osirion in general.

Know Local: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13
Know History: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12
Know Geography: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Monk (underfoot adept)

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26

I gruff-looking halfling stands quietly in the corner, frown on his face and not a hint of joy in his eyes. Dressed perhaps like he spent time riding horses, he wears a wide-brimmed hat on his head. It's difficult to tell if he's paying attention or not.

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"“I assure that much of the Society shares your feelings; however, Torch has leverage that we would rather he not use against us. Any violence directed toward him would be revisited on us a hundredfold, so don’t be selfish. Save your vendettas for another day. Torch is a charming devil to be sure. He always plays one side of a deal against the other, and usually ends up ahead. You’ll recognize him by his burn scars. He suffered some injury that never seems to heal. Whatever you do, never fully trust him. I suppose Torch has always enjoyed twisting bargains and words to his advantage. Very well. If you see an opportunity to gain some advantage against the man while doing favors for him, you’re welcome to follow through." Amenopheus shoots a pleading look at the venture-captain before Balentiir quickly adds, "If you can get away with it."

Osirian History, Jeweled Sages:

With the assassination of the Song Pharaoh, Ancient Osirion declined into a period of self-destructive decadence that marked the end of the nation’s golden age. Fearing that Osirion’s culture, relics, and technological innovations would fade from memory, a group of scholars convened and swore to preserve these treasures of the past at all costs. The ruling pharaoh, however, did not believe the scholars’ efforts were motivated by a selfless desire to preserve the past for posterity’s sake, but rather that they were the machinations of dissidents and traitors intent on overthrowing his reign. Accordingly, he sent soldiers to scatter the academics and demolish that which they had gathered. In the face of this ruthless persecution, the surviving scholars fled and reunited at a prearranged location, where they created a number of jewels that could not only store their thoughts and memories but also survive the millennia. The scholars who bore These gems passed them down to chosen successors in their secret society, known as the Jeweled Sages. The Diamond Sage is one of them.

Osirian Geography, Eto:

This primarily desert nation occupies the northeastern corner of the continent of Garund. It is bordered on the north by the Inner Sea and the east by the Obari Ocean. Its western border (where it meets the nation of Thuvia) is established by the banks of the Junira, while the Brazen Peaks provide a natural barrier to the south, where Osirion's former holding of Katapesh stretches into further expanses of desert. The desolate, sandless deserts of western Osirion are known as the Footprints of Rovagug and holds the country's only two volcanoes, Sokar's Boil and Asuulek's Mouth; nobles sometimes travel to this region for the healthful spring waters. Between Shiman-Sekh and the border with Thuvia, the desert flattens to a horizon of dry limestone flats and salt beds known as the Glazen Sheets.

The Osirian city of Eto sits at a central point on the trade routes between Thuvia, Shiman-Sekh, and Sothis and has seen its fortunes wax with the increase of foreign trade since Osirian independence. The town has become a launching pad for adventurers seeking the nation's ancient treasures.

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Are you ready to travel to Eto?

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

Kiyomi is ready and willing. :)

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Monk (underfoot adept)

Wit nods, his first acknowledgement of actually paying attention to the venture-captain.

Wit would like to purchase two potions of Endure Elements, and then he's ready to go!

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

"Ooh, good idea Wit! Would you mind grabbing two potions for me while you're at the shop?"

Kiyomi hands Wit 100 gold for the purchase of two more endure elements potions, if he's willing.

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Monk (underfoot adept)

Wit nods to his companion, taking the gold with him to the shop.

I'll purchase 4 potions then. No problem at all.

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

Haemish smiles as he sees the others run off to buy potions. "It's just a bit of heat, lads and lasses. I was born here, and I look forward to it!" He shows the others his loose-fitting robes, and suggest that they avail themselves of the workmanship of local tailors before they leave.

What time of year is it? Are we likely to run into brutally hot weather on our way to Eto?

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

Haemish walks over to the Halfshanks and gives him a short bow. He then pulls a healing wand out of his backpack. "Do you mind holding on to this for me? I don't have much facility with these magical things, but I sure need them from time to time. I'd much appreciate it."

Sovereign Court

Male Human War Priest of Iomedae HP 19/31 AC 15 T 0 FF 15, F +5 R +1 W +8, Init +1, Perception +9, Fervor 3/6

Ober nods.

"Play nice," Ober grunts. "Got it."

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Male Half-Orc Inquisitor 4 [ HP 31/31 | AC 18/12/16 | Fort +7, Ref +5, Will +8 | Init +5 | Perception +9 ]

Cressyk spends a little time finding an outfit befitting the hot weather they are bound to have to deal with in the Qadiran desert. He meets up with the rest of the group a short time later and stands ready to depart.

Purchase a hot weather outfit for 8gp

Liberty's Edge

M Halfling
Stats:
Bard 5 HP 28/28 NL 0 | AC 18, T 14, FF 15 | CMB +1, CMD 14 | F +2, R +8, W +5 | Init +3 | Perc +12, SM +11, | +1 Longsword +4/1d6-1/19-20/x2; Light Crossbow MW +8/1d6/19-20/x2

Herman gladly takes the healing wand from Haemish. "Hopefully, we won't need it." says Herman, nodding knowingly and remembering all the uses of his own wand.

Already equipped with several scrolls of Endure elements, Herman believes he is ready to get going, desert or no desert. He strums his lute as the group prepares, playing the few notes of an Osirion caravan song.

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It's sprint time, no extreme heat in the dessert.

Before you depart, Amenopheus pulls a weathered stone from his robes and strikes it once against the wall to break the stone into two crystalline geode halves. He hands one piece to the PCs, instructing them, “If you find one of the jewels of my order or the person known as the Diamond Sage, I ask that you contact me. Concentrate on the stone and speak a message of a few dozen words. I will hear you and respond with further instructions. It will only work once, so keep it safe.”

Venture-Captain Balentiir arranges for you to travel to Eto as part of a trade caravan of heavily laden camels, and he pays for the cost of their travel. The journey overland is uneventful.

A few days pass and you reach Eto

The immense rock walls that ring Eto rise from the horizon like a shimmering mirage that gradually sharpens into focus. The city sits inside an elevated crater with sheer, weathered sides broken only in two places by heavily guarded gates. Long lines of caravans wait in a meandering queue awaiting entrance as officials search their cargos for contraband and calculate taxes. Water sellers, food vendors, and guides march up and down the lines peddling their wares and services to the visitors. Beyond the gates, the main thoroughfares fan out around the various districts of the city before dwindling into the dozens of pathways that flow through the bazaar like the delta of the great River Sphinx.

Each caravan or group of travelers is assigned one or more trios of officials, each of which consists of two guards and a customs agent. Eto is a hub of trade in Osirion’s interior, and these officials ensure that no one brings dangerous contraband (such as certain drugs, large quantities of explosives, etc.) into the city. They further confirm that all Osirian relics are documented and taxed; the opening of Osirion to treasure-hunters by the Ruby Prince’s decree stimulates the economy, but the Ministry of Culture ensures that the kingdom receives a cut of all finds and withholds artifacts of special importance.

As your caravan approaches the gate, the caravan’s leader acknowledges that you are guest travelers, which earns the Pathfinders their own private inspection. Your customs agent is Mahu, a bored Garundi man whose graying beard and tired eyes suggest he’s seen it all and heard every excuse at least a few dozen times.

"Hello, my name is Mahu and I'm your custom's agent. Where are you from?" Mahu asks.

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

Kiyomi carries the stone. As they get close to the gate, she says to her fellow travelers:
"I am going to change into my natural form. Treat me as you would a pet. I am familiar with Eto... we will be searched by customs agents. If you have any items you would not like them to see, please give them to me now."

After accepting any items the party may want to hide, Kiyomi changes into fox form, all her gear and carried items melding with her new form.
Acts as beast form II

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Male Half-Orc Inquisitor 4 [ HP 31/31 | AC 18/12/16 | Fort +7, Ref +5, Will +8 | Init +5 | Perception +9 ]

Cressyk hands his wayfinder over to Kiyomi as they approach the gate.

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

"Well, I am not carrying any drugs, so I think I should be okay." Haemish approaches the customs agent and greets him formally in Osiriani. "Greetings, Sahib. We are but humble travelers come to your fair city to bask in its many opportunities."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

Sovereign Court

Male Human War Priest of Iomedae HP 19/31 AC 15 T 0 FF 15, F +5 R +1 W +8, Init +1, Perception +9, Fervor 3/6

Ober nods to the custom's agent.

"Ober L'Outre," He says with a regal nod. "Taldor by way of Absalom."

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Monk (underfoot adept)

"Wit Stills," the halfling says quietly. "the Risen," he adds even more quickly and with a cough to mask it. He immediately looks down to the ground, hiding his face behind his hat.

Liberty's Edge

M Halfling
Stats:
Bard 5 HP 28/28 NL 0 | AC 18, T 14, FF 15 | CMB +1, CMD 14 | F +2, R +8, W +5 | Init +3 | Perc +12, SM +11, | +1 Longsword +4/1d6-1/19-20/x2; Light Crossbow MW +8/1d6/19-20/x2

"Nothing to declare so far," says Herman with a smile at the man.

He watches the inspection process of others in the line carefully to make sure nothing hinky gets done and all seems to be on the up and up. If it looks like payment to the "inspector" is required, Herman tries to take note.

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (8) + 11 = 19

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Mahu searches the things you carry with you in the caravan but is not able to find anything to declare. He mumbles something and says "Have a pleasent stay in Eto." Then he moves on to the next customer.

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The caravan moves on into the city and after a few minutes it stops again. The caravan leader tells you that you reached the destination Venture-Captain Balentiir told him to take you. "We reached the White Uraeus. Ask for Grandmaster Torch inside." he says.

The House of the White Uraeus is a two-story, whitewashed stone structure located in one of Eto’s more upscale districts. A large brass plaque above its door depicts a snake with two “necks” that split from its body, each with its own head. The servants that manage the inn wear immaculately clean clothing and maintain a quiet but cheerful facility.

Although Grandmaster Torch is nowhere to be seen, one of his half-orc bodyguards sits in the common area and constantly scans the room. He stands and approaches you as you arrive, looks you over, and with a grunt waves for you to follow him further into the building to where Grandmaster Torch awaits.

Although its exterior is unassuming, the interior of the White Uraeus is richly decorated with panels of gold-veined marble and bubbling fountains in secluded courtyards. Cool breezes carry the scent of blooming desert flowers throughout the clean halls. Two half-orcs keep watch outside one set of closed doors. After a moment inspecting the visitors, they pull open the doors to reveal a tiled bathing chamber beyond. “Welcome to Eto, Pathfinders,” rasps Grandmaster Torch as
he lounges in a steaming tub. “I didn’t imagine we would meet again under such heart-warming circumstances, yet the White Uraeus certainly knows how to make a traveler comfortable. What can a humble secret monger such as I do for you?” he asks as he leans forward in the tub and flashes a knowing smile.

Sovereign Court

Male Human War Priest of Iomedae HP 19/31 AC 15 T 0 FF 15, F +5 R +1 W +8, Init +1, Perception +9, Fervor 3/6

Ober fights to hide a shudder at the sight of Torch's sores.

"The Ten send their greetings," Ober responds with a bow. "We seek an individual with flawless wisdom. Rumor has it, you might have information on his whereabouts."

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

Kiyomi, still in fox form, trots behind the others into the White Uraeus. When they are brought in front of Torch, she will purposefully change back to her human form in front of him, seeing if he reacts in some way.

"Pleased to meet you, sir. Let us get straight to business. Are you familiar with the Jeweled Sages, perhaps?"

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

Haemish and his companion, Lady, keep a close watch on the half-orc bodyguards, and the surroundings in general. He has heard stories about what happened the last time the Pathfinder Society trusted this Torch fellow, and things did not turn out well.

Liberty's Edge

M Halfling
Stats:
Bard 5 HP 28/28 NL 0 | AC 18, T 14, FF 15 | CMB +1, CMD 14 | F +2, R +8, W +5 | Init +3 | Perc +12, SM +11, | +1 Longsword +4/1d6-1/19-20/x2; Light Crossbow MW +8/1d6/19-20/x2

Herman takes in the beauty of the White Uraeus, noting how neat and clean even the servants are. When he finally meets Grandmaster Torch, he is a little disappointed, given the stories that fly around the Grand Lodge about the devious master of information.

Seeing the others have the questioning well in hand, Herman lies back and waits for now, looking for the right opening to speak with the infamous Torch.

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Male Half-Orc Inquisitor 4 [ HP 31/31 | AC 18/12/16 | Fort +7, Ref +5, Will +8 | Init +5 | Perception +9 ]

Cressyk stands ready to support his companions, but knows enough to keep out of the conversation...for now, at least.

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Monk (underfoot adept)

Wit, as usual, stands to the side, feigning disinterest in the conversation.

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Torch watches Kiyoni changing to her human form and smiles.

"I heard about the Jeweled Sages. And maybe I have information about the individual you seek. But you should also know that my information have a price." he answers.

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

"Obviously. We expected nothing less. What would you have the society do for you in exchange for this information?"

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Torch waves at one of the servants in the room. The servants steps closer to Torch and hands him a sheet of paper. "Let's see what's on today's schedule." he murmurs as he examines the paper’s contents. "Yes, all of this will do. Consider this my price — all of these tasks completed to my satisfaction in return for what I know of the sages’ jewels. Do we have a deal?" Torch asks.

Torch's Tasks

Liberty's Edge

M Halfling
Stats:
Bard 5 HP 28/28 NL 0 | AC 18, T 14, FF 15 | CMB +1, CMD 14 | F +2, R +8, W +5 | Init +3 | Perc +12, SM +11, | +1 Longsword +4/1d6-1/19-20/x2; Light Crossbow MW +8/1d6/19-20/x2

Herman reads over the list, and sighs deeplly. "Seems a little lopsided that we do four tasks for you, and you give us one bit of information. But we are not in a position to bargain. These tasks seem well within our abilities. Give over the prayer book, and we will begin."

"Is there a particular order you want these done in?"

Know Local, Ionacu Lozar etc: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (4) + 11 = 15 +2 more if it deals with the local music or art scene.

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"You may have overlooked the fact that Balentiir owes me several favors for unique information I offered him in the past. Consider it equalized after finishing the four tasks. And you can do them in any order you like. " Torch answers to your doubts. He hands Herman the book. "Be careful, don't loose it!

Kn.loc. or GI at the bazaar
10+: Madame Zelekhati recently began hiring more workers at the Dancing Dunes, though she sends away most who don’t have at least some elven blood. Also, most merchants recommend avoiding Beggar’s Alley, which is home to a gang of pickpockets known as the Hundredfingers.

15+: The Osirionologist Ionacu Lozar is in a terrible rush to get his expedition underway, but he is exceedingly stingy and has no patience for haggling. As a result, the few merchants who are willing to do business with him are taking their time delivering supplies to his caravan’s marshaling area.

20+:
Something has the Hundredfingers gang spooked. The normally ubiquitous thieves have been avoiding the bazaar for a few days.

25+:
Mistress Zelekhati of the Dancing Dunes is a collector of magical dusts and always accepts them as payment for her house’s services or her artwork. Some say that’s the secret of her magnificent tranquility garden. It may even have given the sand life as one customer claims he saw the patterns shift of their own accord.

An upcoming holy day of Sarenrae has people remembering how a cleric of the goddess tried to purge the land of evil over a hundred years ago; however, the ruins of the old city beyond the cliff walls still hide shrines to the old faiths, especially the serpent cult of Apep. The serpent god’s slithering children are blessed with the ability to go unnoticed by eyes accustomed to the Dawnflower’s light.

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

"Well then, we'll bid you farewell for now, and return when we have completed your tasks."

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Male Half-Orc Inquisitor 4 [ HP 31/31 | AC 18/12/16 | Fort +7, Ref +5, Will +8 | Init +5 | Perception +9 ]

Cressyk, realizing there would be no gain in intimidating this man, stands idly by. Once the others are ready to go, he leads them out, longspear in hand.

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

Once they are out of Torch's earshot, Haemish shivers, "That man still bothers me, I don't care how we are supposed to act, I can't stand him." He straightens his clothes a bit and scratches his wolf Lady behind the ear. "Now, shall we head to the markets and see what kind of scuttlebut we can uncover?"

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

For when we do to to the market: Diplomacy (Gather Information): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7

Sovereign Court

Male Human War Priest of Iomedae HP 19/31 AC 15 T 0 FF 15, F +5 R +1 W +8, Init +1, Perception +9, Fervor 3/6

Ober will also attempt diplomacy to gather information

Dip: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

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Male Half-Orc Inquisitor 4 [ HP 31/31 | AC 18/12/16 | Fort +7, Ref +5, Will +8 | Init +5 | Perception +9 ]

Diplomacy (Gather Information, Aid Another): 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (9) - 1 = 8

Cressyk attempts to help the others gather information about their targets, but his very presence seems to be a hindrance rather than a help. Frustrated, he moves apart from the others, to let them do what they can without his interference.

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You have the book, do you want to continue to gather information (taking 20?) or do you want to start with the first task?

Scarab Sages

Kitsune Kitsune Brawler 5 [Fox form] | Init +6 [+8] | hp 44/44 | AC 17 [20], T 15 [19], FF 12 [13] | Fort +6, Ref +9, Will +2 | Knockout 0/1 | Perception +8 (low-light vision, [scent]), Stealth +9 [+17]

Let's get started. Obviously our gather info. rolls are telling us we're not meant to know anything useful. LOL

Scarab Sages

Male Halfling Cavalier 4 (HP 38/38 | AC: 23 | T:14 | FF:20 | Fort:+8 | Ref:+6 | Will:+2 | Init+3 (now +0) | Perception+8 (now +3) | Cond Cursed

"Should we just tackle them in order?" Haemish asks, directing Lady to head out the door of the ... whatever this business is.

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