[PFS/PbP] 6-08 The Segang Expedition (Inactive)

Game Master Tiaburn

Vudran Temple


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Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Marcel jumped down when near land and run to Baron, drawing the wand that Kheferu had given.

Hey, everything alright? He is alive?

At the lying baron Marcel used the wand. Twice.

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 21d8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

Second charge was able to return baron's senses and he opened eyes, looking at Marcel. "You killed it?" he asked without any hesitation.

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

- Sure, Baron! - Borislav said, clearing the EarthBreaker from gore and blood - Was it Tiger from your past? If you don't mind I'll take the fang from it as a reminder... and btw where is the Count? I thought he was somewhere near! - After these words he focused on beast corpse, trying to understand what's going on.. Or... It was not a Tiger?

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Yes, our simple-hearted friend broke its skull just a second before it could get you, - Marcel stood up and gave baron a hand to help to stand up. - Look, its unlikely that you can fill it with straw, but it still will look pretty well on the floor near a hearth, I think.
Marcel told how he suspected the Faulrun's voice was a trick and the beast was smart enough to get Baron as it obviously targeted him. But halfelf was happy Pathfinders prevented.
Diplomacy, improve attitude: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

Baron took Marcel's hand and stood up:
- Damn tiger is dead, so be it. Finally, my limping leg is paid off. Thanks for that, friends! What about Falroun? Is he alive or creature got him? I clearly heard he was calling my help.

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

Borislav hesitated for a moment but support from Baron came right in time, so he stood near the Baron joining his question: - Yeah! Where is the Falroun?

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

As Borislav paid more attention to creature, he saw hooves on the legs and slightly another build, more reminding dire hyena than a tiger. Definitely, it wasn't the normal tiger.
Baron pointed back to jungle camp and called: "Let's check those bushes and if we find nothing, let's return back to the camp. We'll send porters here to get the trophy. I don't feel it worth to carry it through the forest, let's move quick in case Falroun is in danger"

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

- Hey Baron, I'm a warrior, not naturalogist, but did you noticed Tiger's hooves? It's quite unusual. Count's voice came from that side

Borislav point to a bush and glares to the dark

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8 Darkvision (60ft)

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

I'm sure, Count is safe at the camp. As I said, this creature seemed to be able to speak and even imitate voices. I heared it saying Ouch just like a human! - Marcel took Baron's musket from the ground. - Anyway, it is worth checking. What if we find its puppies?

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

-Hooved Tiger?!, - baron looked surprised, but as he checked body himself, he was able to believe that, - Sometimes I actually appreciate the lack of magic in my homeland - we got less creatures like that one to care about, when you go hunting.
He looked at the Marcel and nodded:
-Keep the cubs, if you find couple, but I doubt it would be hunting near the cave. And let's get moving as soon as everyone ready

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

Borislav climb back to machan, equip his armor back, grab his backpack, trigger bear traps with stick and when all preaparation were finished he stood in direction of camp

Let's move on!

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

- Hooves? The beast also spoke. With Count's voice. It seems like you've been mauled by a crocotta, Baron. And Count is in grave danger. Scout!

Kheferu let his monstrous eagle fly into the jungle as far as spell's leash allowed, then taciturnly started gathering his gear.

Eagle's Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (20) + 10 = 30 Eagle is scouting

Dark Archive

Male Kitsune Magus 2; 15/15 hp; AC17, TAC13, FF14, CMD 15; Fort +4, Ref +3, Wil +3; Init +3, Perc +5, low-light

-A croquete? Nonsense, it is no chicken. I am certain of that. Marcel could you also poke me with the healing stick?

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

- Crocotta, Seichiko-kun, is a kind of feral shapeshifter that lures its victims into a trap with mimicry and voice imitation. - It seemed like an entirely new person, scholarly and eloquent, awoke inside Kheferu as he spoke without turning towards kitsune. - I am unsure that even a cook of your skill - nice onigiri, by the way - can make something edible out of its meat.

Dark Archive

Male Kitsune Magus 2; 15/15 hp; AC17, TAC13, FF14, CMD 15; Fort +4, Ref +3, Wil +3; Init +3, Perc +5, low-light

-Me? Cooking this creature? Do you seek to insult me? Cooking a sentient talking being, even a dead one, is pure blasphemy Khichirou-san!
Seytiko seemed utterly shoked by the thought.
-I really thought better of you. And yes, those were not onigiri! Those were nigirimeshi!
Seytiko waved his hand and started towards the camp without looking back. One could hear him muttering angrily under his breath.
-Me, cooking grandpa tiger, how could he. Imposiburu...

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

Way back
With small talk, checking the area party started moving towards the camp. The Baron was satisfied with Kheferu description of strange creature and understood that there is no point into searching his daughter's husband in nearby bushes, when he might be sleeping in his tent.

Night camp
After couple hours, Pathfinders and baron approached small camp, guarded by hired hunters. They recognised night guests and woke the count to share the last news. After quick disscussion everyone went to sleep to recover from falls and prepare for tomorrow's expedition.

Morning
After sunrise, people started to pack camp equipment to move further north. Your way lay to the west in Urapangi Lowlands to find old lost temple of Vudran gods. Baron Bomande shakes your hand:
"Thank you, for saving my life yesterday. I don't feel myself well, but I feel myself alive thanks to you. I'd like to help you find what you are looking for, of course, if you need my assistance."
Count shook his head in denial, behind the baron's back, but old warrior seemed to pay no attention.
"Otherwise, I think about laying in my hammock and drinking good wine, while you do not return,"
Count was nodding approvingly as Baron suddenly turned and grabbed his shoulder "but would there be any honour for a REAL man in staying, when Pathfinder's need our help?" he asks, but Matsanda remains silent, trying not to engage wounded soldier into another quarrel.

Feel free to roleplay any actions, you'd like to take during way back, in night camp or in the morning.
You get 8h of sleep (if you wanted), so update your hit points correspondingly.

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

On the way back to the camp Kheferu's conscience was tearing itself apart as he kept his distance from Seichiko. He had already summoned Kayi, but it was hard to calm down even in his pet's company. Eventually he decided to come closer and make up for his mistake.

- Pardon me. I was mistaken and a bit rash. Those were nigirimeshi... - Kheferu stopped abruptly as Kayi slightly bit him in the shoulder. He realized his eidolon meant that Seichiko was offended by something else. - Oh. I now get it. Your remark about chicken baffled me. Clearly I was not imploring you to cook crocotta, it would be unhealthy... - Kheferu gasped awkwardly one more time, again feeling teeth at the base of his neck. - Well... Just... I wasn't trying to offend you. And onigiri or nigirimeshi - my misjudgement of sustenance's name doesn't make it taste worse. Once again, sorry.

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

As the party moved mostly silently, Marcel decided to draw friends into small unlabored talk to divert them from gloomy thoughts.

Wow, anyone heard that chirp? Dukess Arthua would be happy if I could present her with such a beauty. It was a bird, wasnt it?
By the way, monsenior Arthua always orders a feast after a good hunt. Well, we are at the very center of the jungle, but let's be resourceful! What you say?

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

Hearing Marcel, brooding Kheferu raised up his hand and murmured a chant without diverting his gaze from the ground. Melodic singing was cut short by ravenous screech of demonic eagle, and a few instances later the revolting winged fiend threw talon-torn bloody corpse of jungle bird in front of Marcel.

- Take it then.

I guess no rolls are necessary, as it is only a roleplaying moment.

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

You misinterpreted resourseful, - half-elf did his best to keep his temper. None will win if Marcel releases his resentment and party must stay united.

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

- Ahaha! I bet all the Sages acts like our friend... ^,_,^ Marcel, did you prefer to take that bird alive? I think we can try... moment later Borislav became grim - Kheferu! I dunno what is your idea about beauty, but your fiendish bird looks... well, fiendish.

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

- Why, Marcel? I think it will be fine. And you said something about feasts... - Kheferu turned to Borislav and noticed his expression. - Well, I can also summon celestial eagles for hunting... Why do you all look at me like that?

Sovereign Court

Female Human Swashbuckler 1

All this time, Morgana enjoy nature. Men's debate was not interested in her.

All are alive and that's good, but it now remains the most important thing. Hopefully after they write a good report about me. And maybe Gloriana invite to one of her finest balls.

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Just dont do anything like this outside the jungles. Ma maman did not withstand the mummy monsenior Arthua had bought from your land, - one could catch a glimpse of sorrow in half-elves tone. - There is no need to explain what will make such a present to her. I mean the bloody mash, - Marcel added quickly.

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

Borislav walks silently all remaining time, mostly in thoughts about his lack of acrobatics skills and his lack of knowledge

Hmm... I wasn't prepared for this Tiger. Next time I'll be dead probably.

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Till falling into sleep Marcel was thinking about Baron's musket thing and how it is to shoot. At the morning just before the breakfast he decided to talk to Baron.

"Bonjour, Bomande. How is your shoulder?"
"Could you tell me about a musket?"
"May I make a shot?"

If Baron said yes, Marcel would step a little from the camp and shoot at some fruit about 40 feet away.

1d20 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (6) + 3 - 4 = 5

"Well, less accurate than a crossbow, but look, it blasted the trunk into chips!"
"Is there a small musket in Alkenstar?"

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

Morning, before departure. We have slight shift in timeline

- Thanks, Marcel, The Baron greet adventurer in return, -It's better now, but I think I will still need to stay couple days away from meetings with new magical tigers. Muskets are nice weapons, even if you need to spend some time shooting and taking care about that. Crossbows are much simplier, but less effective. There are different types of gunpowder weapons Alkenstar exports, mostly muskets and pistols - one-handed version. I can show you main points about weapon, and you are welcome to visit Alkenstar, if you are willing to get initial training. As I said, handling weapon is complex procedure and without proper care you will lose your money as fast as you've been loading them into barrel"

After short Marcel's training and several gun shots, camp returned to life and started gather all the stuff.

You have a proposal from baron to help you navigating through the forest in search of long lost temple. Are you accepting it or you are saying thanks?

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

After morning water procedures, Borislav came to Baron to answer to a proposal:
- Hello Baron, actually we need to wait until Marcel cures from his poison totally and find our own way to the temple. Sadly, but you should became a Pathfinder to join us further. So is the procedure
He talk with him for a while and stops at the exit:
- But... I think, you need to ask others too. I'm not a venture-captain to made a final decision. Anyway - I'll be glad to see you at my home, in Brevoy. Do you have any reliable mail address? When I returns to Medvyed's manor - I'll be glad to call you for some future hunt.

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

Kheferu took a step forward, then started speaking slowly and quietly. Kayi was curled around his neck and did not make a sound or movement.

- Well... First, friends, pardon for everything. Second - we'll need Marcel. You've seen crocotta - the jungles might hide other beasts.

I hope they'll make correct decision, but who am I to judge? Time and space are in eternal equilibrium, even if the matter is about schedule restrictions or frailty of flesh.

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

- Good, you are good friends, who do not rush to a danger. Me and Falroun will move further to south, to stay in hunting camp. If you are willing to join us and spend couple days in safe haven, before you departure in jungle, you are welcome, said the Baron.
- Yes, why are you rushing there, in where you know nothing, let's stay in camp for a while and have a good rest, - Count Matsanda was glad, that Baron changed his mind or you changed his mind about rushing in a jungle right now.

I don't mind couples day skip, before you departure to search for long-lost Vudran temple.
Feel free to roleplay if you'd like or just present me with starting post as soon as you are ready to go

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

All days passed in camp Borislav is training hard. Not only his body but his soul too. He invites Marcel to join him in his training. And ask him to show some tricks that can be helpful in Inquisitor's work.

On the day, when Marcel totally cured Borislav woke up early. And probably, when you came to breakfast you can see him glaring at the jungle in full equipment:
So... It's the time. Brace yourself, comrades. We're going home soon. I'll be our guide. And Gorum will be my guide.

Survival: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14 Trying to lead the party to the Temple. Feel free to help him with that task

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

Kheferu was pouring some tea to his companions when Kayi heard Borislav's words. It seems that they've forgiven the summoner for all the mistakes, as all that time he tirelessly worked around the camp and helped Marcel recover faster. After taking the last sip of his brew from the cup, Kheferu stood up beside Borislav, Kayi gazing towards the jungle as well. His equipment was scarce as usual, but his eyes gleamed with cold resolve.

- Lead the way, friend. It is time.

Gorum? Well, it suits us today, There will be fight, and we're ready to take it on!

Survival: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 1 = 19 Helping Borislav navigate

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Marcel came to Kheferu and Borislav.

I wish home was close but no warry, I will stand for you as you did for me, friends.

Halfelf laid his hand on Borislav and Kheferu's shoulders, staring into the jungle too.

Survival, aid Borislav: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

Borislav quickly take the point and lead the party into jungle. They travelled for several hours, in dense foliage, through wet heat of primal surrounding. Exotic birds songs and rare glance on different creatures running away, was only entertainment during your way. Occasionally, you found yourself in the middle of the swamp, but Kheferu was able to see a reliable path, that lead you out of that danger just before sun went behind the top of surrounding trees.
In last blinks of sunlight, you could see a massive building. This is definitely the place you were looking for - Ancient temple dedicated to Ragdya, a Vudran god of monkeys. Completely overgrown with vegetation and only bits and pieces of its brown sandstone exterior are visible in dim evening light. It looks monumental steady, but you can see that time paid no respect - massive roof have caused ceiling to collapse near the building's center. It would be totally dark inside in the approaching night.

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Marcel fetched a sigh as he just had mounted Gladiator few minutes ago in hope for some ride after swamps. He hitched his steed to the thick branch and drew the sword ready to enter the temple.

Kheferu, could you leave your little friend here to accompany Gladiator?

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

So... here it is - Ragdya temple... Did anybody knews about monkeys darkvision? If they are bad watchers - we can walk through the darkness while you be ready to light the fires if something or someone dangerous comes to us...What do you think?

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

- Sorry, no. We are one and cannot be separated. - Kheferu and Kayi both glared at Marcel simultaneously. - Furthermore, he can see in the dark. We'll need him there. - The summoner nodded in approval of Borislav's idea while trying to reminisce something of the temple, Ragdya religion or the whole island.

Knowledge (history): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

This area was ruled by Vudrani before 5th century AR, and then was captured by Nex. Only in 24th century descendants of old Vudrani reclaimed this area back. Probably, this temple was build somewhere around middle of 3rd millenia.
Several high, 15-feet wide steps lead to the entry into main hall.

Map, place yourself somewhere near the entry in marching order

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

It may be not so dark inside, but does anyone have a wayfinder? I know every confirmed Pathfinder to do. It should be enchanted to provide plenty of light.

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

Borislav whispers: My suggestion is not to bring the light before we need to fight. We can crawl part of our way relying only on vision of me and Kheferu's fiendish snake. And when the time will come - we put the light on. But i'm not sure about vision of those, who lurk inside and maybe it's a bad idea at all.

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Marcel casted Light upon hilt of Iomedai's sword on his shield.

... Like this

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Why do you believe there is something creepy inside? I had been late to the misdion breefing but I thought that Captain Valsin had expected the temple abandoned and only some robbers to be posdibly met.

Well, we are robbers too. Honorable ones. Historians and archeologists - a kind of ribbers that need to observe the site of future crime. So I think dome light should not harm.

Sovereign Court

Female Human Swashbuckler 1

Consider that we restore the ancient values. We do not steal them.

Morgan's face was contented smile. And with that smile she walked toward the entrance.

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

Psst... Marcel. What's up with your tongue? I think you need to be cured from this illness as fast as possible. Right after the mission we're going to pub and I'll buy you the proper treatment.

^,_,^

Sovereign Court

m half-elf Inquisitor 1

Thanks, friend. Seems that i got a cold in swamps. But it is fine at the moment, lets do our job, - Marcel came up to Morgana and tryed to see something in front of his lit shield.

Perceprion (llv, light on shield): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 7 = 26

Sorry, cant move my token - not able t access google service from work

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

Where is our fox-friend?
Borislav looking around him, trying to spot not only the foxfolk but the dangers and enemies too

Perception (darkvision 60ft.): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

- He's not fiendish, Borislav. Just intimidating. And I'm looking forward to receive some of that treatment as well.

Kheferu stepped in as well, Kayi at his feet slowly, scrupulously looking around. Mild flames covering his scales were now hushed, and serpentine creature looked like slithering piece of charcoal.

Kayi's Perception (Darkvision 60 ft): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Lantern Lodge

Male Human GM Murder's Mark

Looking forward to see any danger team approached the entry into the temple. Half-orc and eidolon were able to see in the dark. Columns line the walls of small room, each decorated with a high-relief carving of a monkey in a different pose. Some of the monkey sculptures sit serenely in meditation or reach out with their hands as if to deliver blessings to the viewer, while other adopt more naturalistic poses. The floor is littered with decaying plant matter and mud, and the stench of rotting muck pervades the area. An open archway leads north, deeper into the temple.
From the darkness of passage, using only outside light as a guide, appeared 3 humanoid figures. They quickly moved to find exit blocked by massive Borislav.
- Out of the way, or we will give you a taste of the jungle! announced a nimble girl, who led the group. She had loaded light crossbow in her hand and her voice said that she is probably a leader. Behind her back was massively-looking thug in chain shirt and wooden shild, armed with hooked axe and another man in chain shirt and wooden shield, carrying big bag on his shoulder. Ready to protect a girl, man with an axe moved forward, taking a protective posture. The girl meanwhile stood still, expecting Pathfinder's reaction and looking as a cobra, ready to jump. Feel free to Sence Motive

GM Screen:

Borislav: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2
Kheferu: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (16) + 0 = 16
Marcel: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7
Morgana: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13
Seytiko: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5
Kayi: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19

Ashvika: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12
Thug: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20
Bag: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16

Round 1;
* Thug, Init 20
Kayi, Init 19
* Bag, Init 16+
Kheferu, Init 16
Morgana, Init 13
* Ashvika, Init 12
Marcel, Init 7
Seytiko, Init 5
Borislav, Init 2

Liberty's Edge

Male Half-Orc Fighter 1

What a....

Scarab Sages

Male Human Summoner 1

Kayi: delay to Initiative 15

Kayi hissed and coiled threateningly near his master as Kheferu warily studied group's faces, gestures and posture, trying to analyze their true feelings and intentions.

Kheferu's Sense Motive: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23
Kayi's Intimidate: 1d20 ⇒ 14

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