"Ilvarandin, Cradle of Nightmares" Investigation & Darklands campaign (Inactive)

Game Master CrusaderWolf

In the vibrant streets of Magnimar a new player has muscled into the underworld, and the City of Monuments isn't the only place they have their eyes on.

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Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7
Gaziq Neshar wrote:
Raleigh Blanc wrote:

Raleigh visibly eyes Tilos on his way out of the room.

"Oh aye. In a manner a speakin'. She ain't overly fond a my choice a methods. Sometimes ya gotta know how to get what ya need. Sometimes bureaucracy stifles urgency. Know waddamean jack?" After a second look he turns to the ratfolk.

"So uhh, yer outfit gonna be alright? Ya still look run down."

Gaziq looked down at his clothes sheepishly. He hadn't come into town looking his best to begin with, and between the flooding, fire, and puncture wounds he was looking pretty rough. "Suppose I should look into buying some new clothes soon," he said, poking at a hole in the sleeve of his jacket.

"Well, I know a good tailor or two fer halflings. Can give ya the address after dis."

Raleigh decides to wait and hear the others answers first. He might not even need to give anything away.


Human Wizard 2 | Init +3 | AC 13(17) t 13 f 10(14) | Hp 14/14 |Fort +1 Ref +3 Will +3 | Perception +1| HotA 4/6

"It is as Uuzkhangr says." Nathalion backs up the dark dwarf's story. "We heard a commotion, ran to investigate, and found the Honey Hut in danger of being engulfed in flames. Some of the bees were of tremendous size." Nathalion pauses for effect, before adding: "Would surprise me if magic wasn't involved."
Then, as if the idea just occurred to him, Nathalion adds: "I can find that out for certain if I can examine the bees we killed."

Then as an afterthought, or perhaps noticing that Watchknight Umael is growing impatient he says: "My name is Nathalion Grimarc. I've lived in Magnimar all my life. My family has a shop in Keystone. Alzander's Curio Shoppe."


Duergar Druid 2 | HP 16/20 | AC:16 TAC:10 FAC:16 CMD:13 AC:18 TAC:12 FAC:14 CMD:15 | F: +5, R: +0, W: +6 | Init: +0 | Perc: +8, S.M. +3, Dakvision 120' | Speed 20ft. |
Resources:
Spells: 1st level: 2/3, SLA enlarge person, invisibility
STR +2, DEX +0, CON +4, INT +0, WIS +3, CHA -2, ACP -3, Climb +3, Disguise +5, Handle A. +3/+7, Heal +7, Knowledge (nature) +6, Stealth +4, Spellcraft +4, Survival +9,
Nathalion Grimarc wrote:
"Some of the bees were of tremendous size." Nathalion pauses for effect, before adding: "Would surprise me if magic wasn't involved."...

I am assuming that this knowledge (nature) check would have allowed Uuzkhangr to know what type of bees they were.

Uuzkhangr raises an eyebrow. "Giant bees are perfectly natural - actually, those were smaller than most giant bees. I had just assumed that they were breeding them that way. But... I suppose some magic could have taken normal bees and enlarged them."


M Ratfolk Vanguard 2
stats:
| HP 16/18 | AC 16 TO 14 FF 13 | F +3 R +6 W +0 | CMD 12 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | Tactician 1/day, 4 rounds

Gaziq nods appreciatively to Raleigh before taking his turn to speak to the watchknight. "Gaziq Neshar. I'm a traveller, just arrived in Magnimar today. Wasn't sure how long I'd be staying, honestly. But I was hoping that when I left again, it would be with a group of like-minded individuals."

"Like Uuzkhangr said, he did most of the heavy lifting when we got to the bee keeper's. And once all of the civilians were safe, I got out as soon as I could. I think it's likely that if I'd stayed any longer, I'd have come in on the stretcher beside Mr. Deverin."


Checking her scribe as he finishes his scribblings, Umael nods. "Alright, thank you. If you think of anything else you'll know where to find us here."

As she turns to go inside she pauses by Raleigh. "You know, you joining the Watch would make Sallos turn purple. Think about it."


"I need to go home and reassure my mother and lord father that I'm alright, but I'd like to thank you all properly. My family owns the Fancy Reefclaw, if you're willing I'd be happy to put you all up there at no charge for a while!" Tilos Deverin smiles warmly, but he looks pale and drawn and exhausted.


M Oni-Spawn Tiefling Inquisitor 2 - 12/20 hp; AC 19 (tch 11; ff 18); CMD 15; Fort +5; Ref +1; Will +5; Darkvision; Scent; Perception +7; Sense Motive +8; Init +5

"My name is Borumaru. Pleased to make your acquaintance." says Borumaru with his usual formal tone. "Your generosity is appreciated. I am new to your city and have not had time to find proper lodgings yet."


Duergar Druid 2 | HP 16/20 | AC:16 TAC:10 FAC:16 CMD:13 AC:18 TAC:12 FAC:14 CMD:15 | F: +5, R: +0, W: +6 | Init: +0 | Perc: +8, S.M. +3, Dakvision 120' | Speed 20ft. |
Resources:
Spells: 1st level: 2/3, SLA enlarge person, invisibility
STR +2, DEX +0, CON +4, INT +0, WIS +3, CHA -2, ACP -3, Climb +3, Disguise +5, Handle A. +3/+7, Heal +7, Knowledge (nature) +6, Stealth +4, Spellcraft +4, Survival +9,
Tilos Deverin, NPC wrote:
"...My family owns the Fancy Reefclaw, if you're willing I'd be happy to put you all up there at no charge for a while!"

"I thank you for the offer, but I already have lodgings in the city. Besides... I am not the sort of person who would fit in somewhere... 'fancy.'"


Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7
Watchknight Iris Umael, NPC wrote:

Checking her scribe as he finishes his scribblings, Umael nods. "Alright, thank you. If you think of anything else you'll know where to find us here."

As she turns to go inside she pauses by Raleigh. "You know, you joining the Watch would make Sallos turn purple. Think about it."

"I'll take it under advisement babe. Again."

Raleigh turns to the assembled party.

"Anyway. Uh, Gaziq? Shops called 'Bigg's Small Attire. One a the more reputable shops downtown. Run by a halfling called Bigg. S'true too. He is big for a halfling. I'm gonna be heading home now less any a ya need something. This prolly ain't goodbye either. I'm sure we'll be seeing more of each other real soon."


M Ratfolk Vanguard 2
stats:
| HP 16/18 | AC 16 TO 14 FF 13 | F +3 R +6 W +0 | CMD 12 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | Tactician 1/day, 4 rounds
Tilos Deverin, NPC wrote:

"I need to go home and reassure my mother and lord father that I'm alright, but I'd like to thank you all properly. My family owns the Fancy Reefclaw, if you're willing I'd be happy to put you all up there at no charge for a while!" Tilos Deverin smiles warmly, but he looks pale and drawn and exhausted.

"I'll gladly accept your kind hospitality," Gaziq says, bowing his head politely.

Then to Raleigh, "I'm sure you're right. I'll be seeing you around."


Human Wizard 2 | Init +3 | AC 13(17) t 13 f 10(14) | Hp 14/14 |Fort +1 Ref +3 Will +3 | Perception +1| HotA 4/6

Nathalion considers a moment then decides. "I suppose I should decline your kind hospitality. I have a bed of my own at my folk's place." It is a narrow cot in a tiny room, but it is home for Nathalion. At least for now. The wizard does have dreams of owning a house of his own. Or better yet, a proper tower, with a fully stocked laboratory.
Whoever attacked the Honey Hut is still at large. I'm not sure a nice night of rest should our top priority, at this time."


"Oh, of course! Naturally if you've already got a place, by all means! That said, I would appreciate it if you would all meet me at the Reefclaw tomorrow at noon so I can more properly express my thanks." The young man attempts another grin through the swelling on his face and neck, but his body language conveys both anger and weariness. "For now though, I should return home and get myself tended to. I'll send word to Gasson that any of you who want a room are welcome to it, no charge. Until tomorrow." With a stiff bow, Tilos turns and walks to the gate.

Silver Crusade

If anyone has anything they'd like to do with the evening, now is a good time.


M Oni-Spawn Tiefling Inquisitor 2 - 12/20 hp; AC 19 (tch 11; ff 18); CMD 15; Fort +5; Ref +1; Will +5; Darkvision; Scent; Perception +7; Sense Motive +8; Init +5

Borumaru finds his way to the Reef Claw and then spends the evening trying to learn more about Magnimar and the Deverin family. Hopefully he learns a few points of interest around the city...

I guess I'll take 10 in Diplomacy (Gather Information) for a total of 17.

Silver Crusade

You learn everything in the first "Deverin" spoiler box (previous page), plus:

Gathering Information:

The fire at the Honey Hut is on everyone's lips, especially at the Fancy Reefclaw which is another House Deverin property. It seems Tilos has taken after his father, and has spent the last year eagerly throwing coin at city beautification projects and promising business ventures.

Unfortunately, the lad seems to have poor judgement in business partners--his latest project has been bankrolling Basaalee Minvandu's "Matador Lodge" expansion into a more ambitious beast-fighting pit, with genuine monsters rather than mere animals.

Popular opinion is firmly that participating in such an endeavor is both unbecoming and quite out of character for Tilos--at least amongst the Reefclaw's patrons that you speak to.


Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7

Will have something later. Long day at work.


M Ratfolk Vanguard 2
stats:
| HP 16/18 | AC 16 TO 14 FF 13 | F +3 R +6 W +0 | CMD 12 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | Tactician 1/day, 4 rounds
Nathalion Grimarc wrote:

Nathalion considers a moment then decides. "I suppose I should decline your kind hospitality. I have a bed of my own at my folk's place." It is a narrow cot in a tiny room, but it is home for Nathalion. At least for now. The wizard does have dreams of owning a house of his own. Or better yet, a proper tower, with a fully stocked laboratory.

Whoever attacked the Honey Hut is still at large. I'm not sure a nice night of rest should our top priority, at this time."

"While I would normally be inclined to agree, I'm not currently in any condition to be chasing shadows through the night. In the morning, we'll be fresh and better prepared to search for a lead. You know where I'll be."

With that, Gaziq excuses himself and leaves the watchtower. Before heading back to the Fancy Reefclaw, he searches around town for an apothecary. Picking up a couple of those potions the guard had might be a good idea.

If possible, I'll buy 2 CLW potions before going to the inn.


F Elven Alchemist 2 | HP 15/15 | AC:17 Tch:13 FF:14 | CMD: 14 | Fort +3 Ref +6 Will +0 | Init +7 | Perception +9 | Bombs: 4/6

"I will gladly accept your generous offer. Thank you." Ceinwynn heads to the Reefclaw


Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7

Raleigh steps out of the door and decides he would be best off better prepared than he was today. The disasters were only controlled by how well prepared the strangers he met had been. He also wracks his brain trying to figure out exactly who would stand to gain from the attacks of the day.

Will also try to buy equipment. Are these available?

  • Cold Iron Morningstar, 16 GP
  • Crowbar, don't know
  • Sunrod x2, 4 GP
  • Acid flask x2, 20 GP
  • Masterwork Manacles, 50 GP
  • False Manacles, 65 GP
  • Fighters Kit, 9 GP
  • Peasants outfit, 1 SP

    I uhh, meant to buy most of this stuff before the game started. Also, would this be a good time to try out my feat?


  • Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7

    Underworld Connections: 10 + 8 + 1d6 ⇒ 10 + 8 + (4) = 22 Two inspiration points left for the day.

    Time: 1d4 ⇒ 2


    Duergar Druid 2 | HP 16/20 | AC:16 TAC:10 FAC:16 CMD:13 AC:18 TAC:12 FAC:14 CMD:15 | F: +5, R: +0, W: +6 | Init: +0 | Perc: +8, S.M. +3, Dakvision 120' | Speed 20ft. |
    Resources:
    Spells: 1st level: 2/3, SLA enlarge person, invisibility
    STR +2, DEX +0, CON +4, INT +0, WIS +3, CHA -2, ACP -3, Climb +3, Disguise +5, Handle A. +3/+7, Heal +7, Knowledge (nature) +6, Stealth +4, Spellcraft +4, Survival +9,

    Uuzkhangr stops in at his work and then when done heads back to the Tea House for the night, getting some rest and preparing for the meeting tomorrow.

    Ready to move on.


    Human Wizard 2 | Init +3 | AC 13(17) t 13 f 10(14) | Hp 14/14 |Fort +1 Ref +3 Will +3 | Perception +1| HotA 4/6

    Nathalion heads back to Keystone, the district where his family owns a magic and alchemy store. A place called Alzander's Curio Shoppe.
    He ascends the narrow stair behind the storefront, and lets himself into the living quarters above the shop.

    In the morning, after a bath and shave, the wizard prepares his spells, then makes his way toward the fancy reefclaw. A delicious twinge of fear tingles his spine. If last night's assailant can make himself invisible... Or herself. Nathalion amends. It didn't matter, really. Whoever it was, was a more powerful spellcaster. Or perhaps they just had the money for a potion. Which would mean they had powerful backers.

    Pointless speculation, Nathalion decides. Best to stick to the facts. Lets see what Lord Deverin has to say. Nathalion hurries through the bustling streets of Magnimar, toward the Fancy Reefclaw. He should be there well before noon.

    Silver Crusade

    Raleigh's Underworld Connections:

    A high-profile arson on a local holy day has created as much of a stir amongst Magnimar's criminal elements as it has everywhere else. Word has gotten out that you were there in person, so the precise details at the Honey Hut itself are better known by you than the others...but that also comes with its advantages, as several of Magnimar's "whisper keepers" seek out what you know as well.

    "It's a curious thing, luv," says Razza, a scarred old gnomish woman and ex-smuggler. Gesturing with her empty tankard to indicate that you should buy her another round, she goes on. "The Deverins are popular with the commoners for their generosity, and with the other Houses for staying out of politics. If someone's put out a contract on any of them or their properties, I haven't heard it."

    Taking a puff of her pipe she stares off into the middle distance for a moment. "What kind of professional would muck around with the alchemical glue and whatnot? Ya wanna kill a guy and make it look like an accident why have obvious tampering? Not just sloppy, but expensive too. My money says this is personal, from someone with more money than good sense. Maybe the Deverin brat spurned somebody who didn't take it too well?"


    M Ratfolk Vanguard 2
    stats:
    | HP 16/18 | AC 16 TO 14 FF 13 | F +3 R +6 W +0 | CMD 12 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | Tactician 1/day, 4 rounds

    After doing a bit of shopping, Gaziq retires for the rest of the evening, enjoying a hot meal and a hot bath before bed. He hasn't gone to buy any new clothes yet, but he does at least take the time to clean the ones he has. He heads downstairs bright and early for breakfast, and will see Nathalion when he enters.

    "Good morning. Hope there are no hard feelings about yesterday."

    Silver Crusade

    Shortly after noon a well-made but somewhat plain carriage rolls up, and Tilos Deverin steps out showing no signs of his injuries from the previous day. He steps in to the Fancy Reefclaw, glancing around he smiles warmly as he sees you, and beckons you all to join him at a large table in the dining room.

    Following closely behind him is a human woman in a finely tailored suit with her hair cut short. She eyes you all carefully but says nothing, instead leaning against the wall by your table and letting her gaze roam out over the room.

    Perception 20:

    Though discreetly kept from view, the woman is armed to the teeth. At her belt she bears a punching dagger and a short hooked axe, and the hilt of a long fighting knife is just visible at the top of her boot.

    You also notice a few tattoos on her neck and wrists, not quite entirely hidden by her fine attire. You see a flame, a sunburst, and a serpent. The tattoos look Shoanti but you'd need a closer look to be sure.


    "Good afternoon! I'm glad to see you're all here, as quite frankly I owe you my life--as do four of my employees." Reaching into his coat Tilos withdraws a large pouch and sets it on the table with a clink of coins. "This is for you, it should come out to five hundred gold sails each."

    Leaning forward conspiratorially, the young man looks you all in the eye. "If you're up for it, I would like to offer you all a job."


    F Elven Alchemist 2 | HP 15/15 | AC:17 Tch:13 FF:14 | CMD: 14 | Fort +3 Ref +6 Will +0 | Init +7 | Perception +9 | Bombs: 4/6

    Ceinwynn sits with her chair turned backwards as Tilos enters the Reefclaw. She rests one elbow on the back of the chair and her opposite hand holds a glass of wine. Her hair is pulled up into pigtails. She is dressed comfortably in black leather pants and a white tank top.

    Perception: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13

    Ceiwynn smiles warmly as Tilos enters the Reefclaw. She takes a long look at the lady with him, but is a bit too distracted by the handsome man to notice much about her. Ceinwynn's eyes widen as she sees the coins. "This is very generous." She motions to the sails. "I am not sure about these guys, but I would love to work for you, sir." Ceinwynn blushes a bit as she looks Master Deverin in the eyes.


    Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7

    Raleigh ends up walking in just behind the carriage, though more ready for action than yesterday, carrying a morningstar and a bare, but durable-looking pack. He still wears the uniform of the guard, and nods to the others on the way into the establishment for the first official time. His pale-blue eyes scan Deverin and his cohort routinely. He didn't expect to see much but he never took the opportunity the day before. Something about the giant hostile bee's and fire were distracting. Taking ten for a total 20 perception check.

    Raleigh props himself up next to the suited woman and speaks very discreetly while adjusting his spear.

    "Your *ahem* hilt's showin, babe." His next words are much louder after the gold catches his attention.

    "I'll bite. What're ya lookin' fer from us? I don't do hits."


    Duergar Druid 2 | HP 16/20 | AC:16 TAC:10 FAC:16 CMD:13 AC:18 TAC:12 FAC:14 CMD:15 | F: +5, R: +0, W: +6 | Init: +0 | Perc: +8, S.M. +3, Dakvision 120' | Speed 20ft. |
    Resources:
    Spells: 1st level: 2/3, SLA enlarge person, invisibility
    STR +2, DEX +0, CON +4, INT +0, WIS +3, CHA -2, ACP -3, Climb +3, Disguise +5, Handle A. +3/+7, Heal +7, Knowledge (nature) +6, Stealth +4, Spellcraft +4, Survival +9,

    "What kind of job? Are you looking for more beekeepers?"


    M Ratfolk Vanguard 2
    stats:
    | HP 16/18 | AC 16 TO 14 FF 13 | F +3 R +6 W +0 | CMD 12 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | Tactician 1/day, 4 rounds

    Gaziq lets out a low whistle as the bag of coins hit the table. He was used to handling money, but he'd never been paid so much for a single afternoon of work. "Well, following the money is just good business sense. As long as it's all on the up and up, anyway."


    M Oni-Spawn Tiefling Inquisitor 2 - 12/20 hp; AC 19 (tch 11; ff 18); CMD 15; Fort +5; Ref +1; Will +5; Darkvision; Scent; Perception +7; Sense Motive +8; Init +5

    Borumaru quietly approaches the group. His clothes and gear as impeccable as always. He is impressed by the amount of gold on the table, but doesn't reach for it.

    "I appreciate the gesture, but I require no reward for doing what needed to be done. The lodgings are more than enough." says Borumaru, politely. "What kind of work would a wealthy man need complete strangers to do? With all due respect, it sounds shady."


    Human Wizard 2 | Init +3 | AC 13(17) t 13 f 10(14) | Hp 14/14 |Fort +1 Ref +3 Will +3 | Perception +1| HotA 4/6

    "Of course, no hard feelings." Nathalion replies to Gaziq. "You needed time to recover from your bee stings. Perfectly understandable. And wise." Nathalion gives the ratfolk man a grin.

    Perception: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

    Nathalion listens to the nobleman, nodding his head. 'I am actually looking for work. The paying kind, by preference." The young man arches an eyebrow at Uuzkhangr. "Though beekeeping is not really my line."


    Nodding at the chorus of affirmatives, Tilos swallows audibly and his grin turns a little foolish as Ceinwyn doesn't break eye contact. "Er, haha, what? That is, yes! A job! Haha."

    Taking a moment for a breath, he glances around the table at everyone else. "No, nothing shady, well I don't think so anyway. I want to hire you to help me get to the bottom of whatever in the Nine Hells happened yesterday, because I'm at a complete loss." For a moment, he looks a little bit afraid, but he hides it well.

    "I don't see any reason to assume, or my family, aren't still in danger so I'm turning to you. Yes, Sir Maru, you are strangers to me, but you're strangers who came to the assistance of me and mine for no other reason than that we were in need. My father also says that the best thing we can do is to help those who want to help, so I've decided to trust you." Leaning back in his chair, he frowns. "Problem is, I don't have the faintest notion of where to start."


    Raleigh wrote:


    "Your *ahem* hilt's showin, babe."

    Her eyes dart over to Raleigh, giving him a quick scan. Her foot shifts, and the knife hilt drops out of view. She doesn't otherwise move and her eyes go back to the room after a few moments.


    Uuzkhangr wrote:


    Are you looking for more beekeepers?"

    The question clearly catches his interest and his voice takes on an urgent tone. "Are you a beekeeper as well? Desna smiles indeed! The smoke killed almost all my normal bees and two-thirds of the larger stock. All but one of the queens is dead, if you could save her it'd save us a lot of time and--ow!"

    Suddenly jerking back and sliding his chair away from the table, he ducks down to peer beneath and gasps as he finds himself face-to-face with Zyxl, still mostly under the blanket.

    "Oh! Hello there, I, uh, think I remember a shuffling cloak from yesterday." Popping his head back above the table, expression a trifle concerned. "Is it, um...safe to pet?"


    Duergar Druid 2 | HP 16/20 | AC:16 TAC:10 FAC:16 CMD:13 AC:18 TAC:12 FAC:14 CMD:15 | F: +5, R: +0, W: +6 | Init: +0 | Perc: +8, S.M. +3, Dakvision 120' | Speed 20ft. |
    Resources:
    Spells: 1st level: 2/3, SLA enlarge person, invisibility
    STR +2, DEX +0, CON +4, INT +0, WIS +3, CHA -2, ACP -3, Climb +3, Disguise +5, Handle A. +3/+7, Heal +7, Knowledge (nature) +6, Stealth +4, Spellcraft +4, Survival +9,
    Tilos Deverin, NPC wrote:

    "Are you a beekeeper as well? Desna smiles indeed! The smoke killed almost all my normal bees and two-thirds of the larger stock. All but one of the queens is dead, if you could save her it'd save us a lot of time and--ow!"

    Suddenly jerking back and sliding his chair away from the table, he ducks down to peer beneath and gasps as he finds himself face-to-face with Zyxl, still mostly under the blanket.

    "Oh! Hello there, I, uh, think I remember a shuffling cloak from yesterday." Popping his head back above the table, expression a trifle concerned. "Is it, um...safe to pet?"

    Uuzkhangr smiles. "She knows not to bite you without cause. But I don't think she gets anything out of it, not like a dog would, for example. And most humans don't really enjoy their touch. But... yes, go ahead."

    "I've never worked with bees before, but giant insects in general I am familiar with. My friend here no doubt confirms this. I can train insects... the only problem is I have to do it one at a time, so a whole nest of bees is out of the question. But the larger ones, I could work with those."

    Uuzkhangr looks around at the others. "And I think some of us were considering looking into what happened already. So I expect we won't mind doing that for money. Well, I won't mind, at least."


    Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7
    Tilos Deverin, NPC wrote:
    "Problem is, I don't have the faintest notion of where to start."

    Raleigh steps forward, turning and pointing in the general direction of the honey hut. " We check the scene a the crime, jack. Anythin we find can help." He turns back to Tilos.

    "First I have some questions for you sir. Might narrow things down a whole lot."


    M Ratfolk Vanguard 2
    stats:
    | HP 16/18 | AC 16 TO 14 FF 13 | F +3 R +6 W +0 | CMD 12 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | Tactician 1/day, 4 rounds

    Getting paid to do what I was going to do anyway? I can't even call that striking a deal. I feel practically sinful.

    "Consider us hired!" Gaziq says cheerfully, hopefully cutting off any of his companions who might talk themselves out of a paycheck.

    "It would be very helpful if you could provide us a full accounting of what you remember about yesterday. And, out of curiosity, do you have any connection to Zilderban? Personal, financial, or otherwise?"


    M Oni-Spawn Tiefling Inquisitor 2 - 12/20 hp; AC 19 (tch 11; ff 18); CMD 15; Fort +5; Ref +1; Will +5; Darkvision; Scent; Perception +7; Sense Motive +8; Init +5
    Tilos Deverin, NPC wrote:

    Taking a moment for a breath, he glances around the table at everyone else. "No, nothing shady, well I don't think so anyway. I want to hire you to help me get to the bottom of whatever in the Nine Hells happened yesterday, because I'm at a complete loss." For a moment, he looks a little bit afraid, but he hides it well.

    "I don't see any reason to assume, or my family, aren't still in danger so I'm turning to you. Yes, Sir Maru, you are strangers to me, but you're strangers who came to the assistance of me and mine for no other reason than that we were in need. My father also says that the best thing we can do is to help those who want to help, so I've decided to trust you." Leaning back in his chair, he frowns. "Problem is, I don't have the faintest notion of where to start."

    Borumaru slowly scratches his chin as he measures the young man's words and posture...

    "I suppose there is no harm, then." says the tiefling. "All innocents have the right to live free of fear and violence. Aiding you sounds like a honorable quest." - ...And it may help me on my own quest. Borumaru thinks to himself. - " I shall join the others in this endeavor."

    "Call me Borumaru, though..." he adds with a more amicable tone. "...For that is my name. And I carry no title of knighthood."

    - - -

    Borumaru thinks for a second and takes his share of the gold on the table...

    "Is there a temple of Shizuru around? I would like to offer my prayers and respects."


    Duergar Druid 2 | HP 16/20 | AC:16 TAC:10 FAC:16 CMD:13 AC:18 TAC:12 FAC:14 CMD:15 | F: +5, R: +0, W: +6 | Init: +0 | Perc: +8, S.M. +3, Dakvision 120' | Speed 20ft. |
    Resources:
    Spells: 1st level: 2/3, SLA enlarge person, invisibility
    STR +2, DEX +0, CON +4, INT +0, WIS +3, CHA -2, ACP -3, Climb +3, Disguise +5, Handle A. +3/+7, Heal +7, Knowledge (nature) +6, Stealth +4, Spellcraft +4, Survival +9,
    Borumaru wrote:
    "Is there a temple of Shizuru around? I would like to offer my prayers and respects."

    "Is that a Tian deity?"

    "If so... well, I don't know the city well enough to say, but I know someone who likely would."

    Uuzkhangr looks back at Tilos Deverin.

    "Any thoughts as to where to start out investigation?"


    Raleigh wrote:


    "First I have some questions for you sir. Might narrow things down a whole lot."

    Tilos turns and surveys you warily but also...amused? "Ah, yes, you are Mister Blanc, correct? Watchknight Umael mentioned you. She says you're sharp and brave but impertinent and bordering on arrogant. It seems you've caused her some frustration in the past?" He adjusts his chair to better face you all. "Very well, what sort of questions?"


    Gaziq wrote:
    "It would be very helpful if you could provide us a full accounting of what you remember about yesterday. And, out of curiosity, do you have any connection to Zilderban? Personal, financial, or otherwise?"

    "Yes, yes of course. I have had dealings with Zilderban, he has a knack for building mechanical devices that can do the work of many men! But he's a bit of a prima donna, I'm afraid, so our relationship is strictly financial. I believe he's currently under contract with the city for some sort of water-drainage pump, the idea is to reclaim some flooded section of the old sewers..." Pausing in thought for a moment, the nobleman brightens. "You'd have to check with Gasson, but Zilderban often stays here." he gestures to an impeccably dressed older man behind the service counter.

    He drops his voice again, as though afraid of being overheard. "There is another thing--while the Watch priest was tending to my employees yesterday, they all complained of an unpleasant, oily taste in their mouths and of fierce headaches. Does that mean anything? Or is it relatively normal for smoke inhalation?"


    Duergar Druid 2 | HP 16/20 | AC:16 TAC:10 FAC:16 CMD:13 AC:18 TAC:12 FAC:14 CMD:15 | F: +5, R: +0, W: +6 | Init: +0 | Perc: +8, S.M. +3, Dakvision 120' | Speed 20ft. |
    Resources:
    Spells: 1st level: 2/3, SLA enlarge person, invisibility
    STR +2, DEX +0, CON +4, INT +0, WIS +3, CHA -2, ACP -3, Climb +3, Disguise +5, Handle A. +3/+7, Heal +7, Knowledge (nature) +6, Stealth +4, Spellcraft +4, Survival +9,
    Tilos Deverin, NPC wrote:
    "...they all complained of an unpleasant, oily taste in their mouths and of fierce headaches. Does that mean anything? Or is it relatively normal for smoke inhalation?"

    "Hmmm... let me think."

    heal: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20


    Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7
    Tilos Deverin, NPC wrote:
    Raleigh wrote:


    "First I have some questions for you sir. Might narrow things down a whole lot."

    Tilos turns and surveys you warily but also...amused? "Ah, yes, you are Mister Blanc, correct? Watchknight Umael mentioned you. She says you're sharp and brave but impertinent and bordering on arrogant. It seems you've caused her some frustration in the past?" He adjusts his chair to better face you all. "Very well, what sort of questions?"

    Arrogant?! Wait, do I really come across that way? Raleigh keeps a straight face as he begins his line of questions.

    "That'd be right. Elf side comes out on occasion. But, right now we're discussing your family. Or specifically, you." Raleigh likewise pulls himself a chair, leaning forward towards Tilos. He keeps his manner somewhat more professional now.

    "You know anybody that might want ya outta their way? Someone who's business ya mighta meddled with? Got a funny feeling the behavior that sends a man into a fire to rescue people ain't just a single, spur a the moment idea."

    Diplomacy: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
    Sense Motive: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 20


    F Elven Alchemist 2 | HP 15/15 | AC:17 Tch:13 FF:14 | CMD: 14 | Fort +3 Ref +6 Will +0 | Init +7 | Perception +9 | Bombs: 4/6

    Craft Alchemy on the oily taste: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25


    Human Wizard 2 | Init +3 | AC 13(17) t 13 f 10(14) | Hp 14/14 |Fort +1 Ref +3 Will +3 | Perception +1| HotA 4/6

    Nathalion steeples his fingers, thoughtfully. "Who else practices bee keeping in town?" He wonders aloud.

    The wizard tries to remember what he knows on the matter.

    K, local: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15

    Then, clearly speaking to Tilos, he asks: "Do you have any other business interests in town?"

    Silver Crusade

    Uuzkhangr & Ceinnwyn:

    Those don't sound like symptoms of smoke inhalation to you, but after of moment it clicks: oily taste, headache--and the human employees were all unconscious but uninjured.

    That suggests Oil of Taggit, a (relatively) cheap alchemical poison that can knock a fully grown human out in a matter of seconds. It's an ingested substance that carries a slightly vinegary flavor.

    Uuzkhangr: you know the stuff as "Slaver's Brew" & it's very popular amongst the flesh-traders of Kuzdakar.


    Raleigh wrote:
    "You know anybody that might want ya outta their way? Someone who's business ya mighta meddled with? Got a funny feeling the behavior that sends a man into a fire to rescue people ain't just a single, spur a the moment idea."

    "I'm not certain I take your meaning on the last part. As for who might want me 'out of the way'...no, I can't think of anyone. We don't really make political enemies, that's a deliberate policy of my father's. Maybe a creditor? Someone we've lent money too?" His tone makes it clear he finds that unlikely, but he's trying to be helpful.

    Nathalion wrote:
    "Who else practices bee keeping in town?"

    Tilos' chest swells with pride. "No one! That's the main reason I backed the venture--when Aral came to me with his proposition I thought it was perfect! A fully self-contained honey-producing center, it was a very promising idea!"

    Nathalion wrote:
    "Do you have any other business interests in town?"

    "Oh certainly, quite a few, though I don't manage all of them. There's of course the Fancy Reeflclaw here, a few warehouses down in Dockway, Tian Lung Fireworks, and," he gives a small, embarrassed cough. "the Beast House, though that was more a spur-of-the moment thing when I visited with Kaleb a few months ago."


    Male Half-Elf Investigator (Empiricist)/5 || Init +2; Senses Low-light vision; Perception +13 || AC 18 (22 w/shield), (FF 16 [20 w/shield], T 13), HP 38/38, Fort +4; Ref +7; Will +7

    Don't suppose sense motive tells me anything different?

    Silver Crusade

    Raleigh's Sense Motive:

    Tilos is trying to conceal it under an approximation of nobleman's charm & courtesy, but he's angry and scared. You don't get the impression that he's lying to you, but at times he does seem to be weighing how much to say, especially the bits about not making political enemies and the Beast House.

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