Ptolus: City by the Spire

Game Master EltonJ

A city of mysteries, secrets, and dark histories, Ptolus lies forever in the shadow of a towering stone spire reaching impossibly high into the sky, an enigma and reminder of evil long past. In Ptolus, the supernatural is expected and treachery lies around every corner—or is it that the supernatural lies around every corner and treachery is expected? Either way, the city of Ptolus abounds with danger, magic, intrigue, and above all, adventure.


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Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Aleda:

Well if she can't remember, it can't be helped. Best to do what I can, at least.

Shellin holds on hand plainly in the air and a says, "Shellin hopes this is okay, but He is going to try to help your clothing a bit."
Assuming you don't stab him,
Shellin casts mending and prestidigitation, repairing your clothes as well as cleaning and de staining them. I imagine you now have a very nice noble dress over your armor.
"Now, if you have no place to stay He is sure his father or himself could arrange something with the inn for the night."

He half turns away, and stops. Looking back at you, he says, "If that sounds alright with you? His father is odd but harmless, as are most librarians."

If you agree, Shellin pays for a night in the inn (possibly demands you take a bath) and they bid you farewell the next day.

Sorry to cut short, saw gameplay starting up


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

Shellin:

[ooc]Not quite, the blinged-out dress is kept in her pack. I was thinking she was wearing the peasant's outfit.[ooc]

"O-okay," Aleda agrees before timidly following you out of the alley and to the inn. It takes a little cajoling to get her to agree to the bath, given that she insists that your magic could get her clean, but a promise of something sweet when she finishes is enough to get her to agree.

Once she's cleaned up, it's much easier to tell her skin is pale and her hair has held up surprisingly well, despite not having been groomed in some time before her bath. It falls in a cascade of raven-black over her shoulders and down her back to her knees. She's a beautiful young woman with a slender frame and a casual grace that many noblewomen would have killed to have.

She sleeps well into the morning, barely waking enough to give a half-asleep thanks and good-bye when you leave. Once she wakes up, she wonders what became of Shellin, the funny speaking and looking dragon.


HP: 12 (13) | AC: 16; T: 13; FF: 13 | Init +3 | Fort +6; Ref +5; Will +2 Burn: 0 (7)

Reporting for duty.


Neutral Evil Adult Male Human Slayer 2 | HP 19/19 | Init +2 | AC 15; T 12; F 13 | BAB +2; CMB +5; CMD 17 | Fort +3; Ref +4; Will +0 | Perception +5 (+6 vs. Traps) | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load
RESOURCES:
Acid (1), Oil (1), Healer's Kit (10), Bear Trap (1/1), Tripwire Trap (1/1),

I have company arriving late this evening that will demand much of my attention for the next several days. So most likely I will be limited to no more than one post a day over the weekend, instead of the four or five I can normally manage.


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10
Jonas Deepdelver wrote:
I have company arriving late this evening that will demand much of my attention for the next several days. So most likely I will be limited to no more than one post a day over the weekend, instead of the four or five I can normally manage.

Okay, you go ahead and attend to your company.


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

I'll have a hook ready in no time. I think I know which one to use.


Neutral Evil Adult Male Human Slayer 2 | HP 19/19 | Init +2 | AC 15; T 12; F 13 | BAB +2; CMB +5; CMD 17 | Fort +3; Ref +4; Will +0 | Perception +5 (+6 vs. Traps) | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load
RESOURCES:
Acid (1), Oil (1), Healer's Kit (10), Bear Trap (1/1), Tripwire Trap (1/1),

Is there going to be a map for combats, or are we going to be doing this via theatre of mind?


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

I think Theater of the Mind. I've never seen him use a map in the Ebberon campaign I play in that he runs anyway.


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

IF you want me to do a map, I can try to do one up.


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

I'm good as long as I know what's going on. I wasn't sure what was going on with the ratfolk since the description was a little barebones, but I think I have a better idea now.

Also waiting on someone to say what we're doing in character.


Neutral Evil Adult Male Human Slayer 2 | HP 19/19 | Init +2 | AC 15; T 12; F 13 | BAB +2; CMB +5; CMD 17 | Fort +3; Ref +4; Will +0 | Perception +5 (+6 vs. Traps) | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load
RESOURCES:
Acid (1), Oil (1), Healer's Kit (10), Bear Trap (1/1), Tripwire Trap (1/1),

I just thought I'd ask since I usually see online campaigns like this using a Goggle Doc Presentation (slide show) for battle maps. That way everyone can move their own tokens, and the GM can make notes on the map in "real time", much like in a home game.

I prefer maps, as I enjoy the tactical element the game as much as the narrative (it is also conducive to properly enforce certain rules, like Attacks of Opportunity and Difficult Terrain).
In case you are unfamiliar with it. The Dungeon Painter is a free online resource which makes producing low to mid quality battle maps quickly fairly easy.


Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load
"EltonJ wrote:
The Ratfolk goes after Beads' turn in the round.

Just wondering, we are waiting on Beads action, then? Just noticed we went a full day no posts


Male Skink
VITALS:
AC: 19, T: 15, FF: 15; HP: 17/17; F:4, R:7, W:2 (+2 vs poison); CMB +0; CMD 14; Init: +4; Perc: +7
Vivisectionist 2
SKILLS:
Acro +3(+7 jump),Climb +11,Craft (alch)+13,DD+6,Escape Artist +5,K.(nature) +9,Perc +7,SoH +8(+14 to hide on body),Stealth +21,Survival +7,Swim +11,UMD +4

I thought i posted my action....? gah. must have been eaten

posting now


Neutral Evil Adult Male Human Slayer 2 | HP 19/19 | Init +2 | AC 15; T 12; F 13 | BAB +2; CMB +5; CMD 17 | Fort +3; Ref +4; Will +0 | Perception +5 (+6 vs. Traps) | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load
RESOURCES:
Acid (1), Oil (1), Healer's Kit (10), Bear Trap (1/1), Tripwire Trap (1/1),

Alright, my initiative has come up, so its my action.
However, I honestly have no clue what is going on at this point. I'm not sure where we are, how many enemies we're facing, their positions relative to my allies, etc.
Even if we are doing Theatre of Mind I need EltonJ to properly set stage in order for my character to make a decision... Right now I don't know if I should be charging in sword swinging (or even whether or not I can Charge), running away (because there are too many to survive a fight with), or standing around twiddling my thumbs because I'm not even aware that combat is happening (or I'm not in the same place its happening).


Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Kali:

So I was looking at your crunch to see if you have Furious Focus, and if not recommend it for a power attack build but then I saw you didn't have power attack either xD

I think the GM is just giving an ambiguous number of ratfolk coming from the sewer entrance as our first opportunity to just show off to each other. I will however agree that the ambiguity makes it hard to be tactical.


HP: 12 (13) | AC: 16; T: 13; FF: 13 | Init +3 | Fort +6; Ref +5; Will +2 Burn: 0 (7)

Shellin:

I'm not a huge fan of Furious Focus, so I don't take it with my two-handed weapon characters. I will take power attack, because it's useful, but Raging Vitality might as well be a class feature for chained barbarians, and dodge helps with both touch AC (which is hard to get on an armor wearer) and CMD.

Given how she has been playing out, I'm probably going to take Dirty Fighting and Improved Unarmed Strike as my next feats, then I'll see where that puts me.


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

I'm resting today until 7 pm my time. I'll put in another gather information encounter today around that time.


Male Skink
VITALS:
AC: 19, T: 15, FF: 15; HP: 17/17; F:4, R:7, W:2 (+2 vs poison); CMB +0; CMD 14; Init: +4; Perc: +7
Vivisectionist 2
SKILLS:
Acro +3(+7 jump),Climb +11,Craft (alch)+13,DD+6,Escape Artist +5,K.(nature) +9,Perc +7,SoH +8(+14 to hide on body),Stealth +21,Survival +7,Swim +11,UMD +4

I'm back. Sorry for the vanishing act. This is all me. No excuses :(

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Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Hey guys, just got back and dang have we been quiet!

Game play feels a little slowed, but basically I want to investigate if anyone is already offering reward for dealing with the ratfolk, and if not perhaps incite the party to follow me down to the sewers anyway, split the loot even!

Sound like a plan?


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

Sure, although Aleda has wandered off on her own again.


HP: 12 (13) | AC: 16; T: 13; FF: 13 | Init +3 | Fort +6; Ref +5; Will +2 Burn: 0 (7)

That seems fine to me.


HP: 12 (13) | AC: 16; T: 13; FF: 13 | Init +3 | Fort +6; Ref +5; Will +2 Burn: 0 (7)

To all of my games:

I am currently operating with limited internet access. I will do my best to update when I can, but I don't think I will have internet until at least monday.

If I am a player in your game, please bot me. If I am a GM, know that I haven't dropped the game and I am committed to keeping it going. Thank you.


Male Skink
VITALS:
AC: 19, T: 15, FF: 15; HP: 17/17; F:4, R:7, W:2 (+2 vs poison); CMB +0; CMD 14; Init: +4; Perc: +7
Vivisectionist 2
SKILLS:
Acro +3(+7 jump),Climb +11,Craft (alch)+13,DD+6,Escape Artist +5,K.(nature) +9,Perc +7,SoH +8(+14 to hide on body),Stealth +21,Survival +7,Swim +11,UMD +4

I could not get on the site for most of the weekend. Will update proper tomorrow. It's rather lare

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HP: 12 (13) | AC: 16; T: 13; FF: 13 | Init +3 | Fort +6; Ref +5; Will +2 Burn: 0 (7)

Just want to give an update to my games, as I don't have time for a super long post today:

First, I am sorry about the radio silence, but what was supposed to be resolved on Monday with my internet has stretched into Wednesday. I will update everything then.

Apologies for my lack of communication, and know that this is not normal for me.


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

I've been having problems signing on as well.


Still no internet at home (because of course, why would I have internet I am paying for?) but there is now a technician scheduled to come out on Friday, so barring anything odd it should be up then).


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

Nice.


Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Hey guys, realized we went radio silent for a day and wanted to make sure I got what was going on rn:
Shellin is in the tavern where we agreed to plan our sewer assault,

Aleda is on top of a building in Delver's square shouting at the unwashed(or possibly washed) masses, waiting for a reply

Jonas suggested that the main group attempt to find AWOL Aleda, waiting for a reply

Beads is with the main group, waiting on someone to explain what a bounty is,

And lastly, Alder and Kali are with Jonas and Beads

Do I have that right?


Neutral Evil Adult Male Human Slayer 2 | HP 19/19 | Init +2 | AC 15; T 12; F 13 | BAB +2; CMB +5; CMD 17 | Fort +3; Ref +4; Will +0 | Perception +5 (+6 vs. Traps) | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load
RESOURCES:
Acid (1), Oil (1), Healer's Kit (10), Bear Trap (1/1), Tripwire Trap (1/1),

Yes I think that is more or less correct. If we get at least one more confirmation to Jonas' plan I imagine the GM could scene-change that segment of the group to the tavern (or start us on whatever rolls are going to be needed to find Aleda).

Suddenly that song comes to mind... "Don't you know, you never split the party!" :P


Male Halfling Rogue 1 | HP 17/17 | Init +4 | AC 17; T 14; F 14 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 15 | Fort +1; Ref +7; Will +0 | Perception +5 (60' Dark Vision) | Speed 30 ft.

Alder was hiding from the guards and once they left he reappeared with the rest of the group ready to move on.


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

Yeah, sorry. I'm playing someone who's a bit scatter-brained so not exactly making optimal decisions. On the other hand, I hope she's not coming off as annoying and more, I don't know, endearing? Cute? Like a clumsy puppy?

Yeah, Not used to playing this kind of character, hope I'm doing a good job.


Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Shot Beads a message, and he replied. Hopefully he'll post after the weekend and we can move forward :D


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

Woot!


Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Hey all, I have a trip to six flags today and tomorrow. I'll try to get in one today and tomorrow!

I believe we are just waiting on Beads and Jonas?


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

yep. Although I just called for a general perception roll.


Male Skink
VITALS:
AC: 19, T: 15, FF: 15; HP: 17/17; F:4, R:7, W:2 (+2 vs poison); CMB +0; CMD 14; Init: +4; Perc: +7
Vivisectionist 2
SKILLS:
Acro +3(+7 jump),Climb +11,Craft (alch)+13,DD+6,Escape Artist +5,K.(nature) +9,Perc +7,SoH +8(+14 to hide on body),Stealth +21,Survival +7,Swim +11,UMD +4

had a horrible week. Couldn't even get to any of my games till now. Will post again in the morning

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Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Sorry you had a bad week Beads, glad to have you back!


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

Same here.


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

Okay, I'll await your post for the morning.


Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Hey all, noticed the radio silence, imma drop Jonas a message.


Male Skink
VITALS:
AC: 19, T: 15, FF: 15; HP: 17/17; F:4, R:7, W:2 (+2 vs poison); CMB +0; CMD 14; Init: +4; Perc: +7
Vivisectionist 2
SKILLS:
Acro +3(+7 jump),Climb +11,Craft (alch)+13,DD+6,Escape Artist +5,K.(nature) +9,Perc +7,SoH +8(+14 to hide on body),Stealth +21,Survival +7,Swim +11,UMD +4

So here's the deal :
Today GMT+2, 3:25 am we welcomed my first born into the world. 16 July 2017

Welcome to my partner in geeky crime. Aldrèa

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Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Congratulations man!


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

Congrats! Hope you're ready for no sleep for the next year or so. :)


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

Despite advancements in today's diapers, you'll have no sleep at nights. :) Good job, my man!


Male
Spells Prepared:
0th- Light, Detect Magic, Jolt, Ghost Sound, Prestidigitation || 1st- Shocking Grasp, Silent Image, Mage Armor
Human(draconic heritage) Blood Arcanist 3| HP 18/18 | Init +2 | AC 13; T 12; F 11 | BAB +1; CMB +1; CMD 14 | Fort +2; Ref +3; Will +4 | Perception +5 | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load

Hey guys, just saw we went the weekend with no posts and hoping everyone is just having a crazy fun weekend!

I get the feeling that's everyone is game is agreeing no to immediately waste the non-hostiles, think we just need one more party member to reach majority. Hope we can pick everything back up tomorrow!


HP: 12 (13) | AC: 16; T: 13; FF: 13 | Init +3 | Fort +6; Ref +5; Will +2 Burn: 0 (7)

Kali has been hinting at killing them, but she won't be hurt if the group achieves diplomatic ends as well.


Female Aasimar (Azata-Blooded) Oracle 7/Ranger 2/Sorceress 1 HP: 112/112 | AC: 26/17/21 | Resist: Acid 5, Cold 5, Electricity 5 | F +10, R +12, W +11 (+1 vs. Illusion) | Per:+19 (Darkvision 60 ft.), Init: +4 | Spells: Sor: 1st - 4/4, Ora: 1st - 7/7, 2nd - 7/7, 3rd - 5/5 | Status:

Aleda's not going to attack unless told to.


Neutral Evil Adult Male Human Slayer 2 | HP 19/19 | Init +2 | AC 15; T 12; F 13 | BAB +2; CMB +5; CMD 17 | Fort +3; Ref +4; Will +0 | Perception +5 (+6 vs. Traps) | Speed 30 ft. | Light Load
RESOURCES:
Acid (1), Oil (1), Healer's Kit (10), Bear Trap (1/1), Tripwire Trap (1/1),

Jonas isn't going to attack unless the ratfolk advance or attack; although he isn't vested in the diplomatic solution.


Male Human Psion 10/Atlanteologist 10

The ratfolk are still deciding if they should give up their warren.


How marvelous that there are other people playing in Ptolus on this site!. I've got my own Ptolus game going on over HERE. Good luck and have fun!

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