Rise of the Runelords
Game Master Bpa144

Jerome Caulflower. I was a guard for an incoming caravan when the goblins attacked and was actuality headign here for a rest.

Gonna assume Ameiko refuses Prophet's help.

The other man moves over to join your group, sitting after brushing his cassock forward to avoid tripping on it. "Prophet," he says. "The Prophet of Pharasma. I came to see the opening of the new church, and to see if any lost children here would like to see the bounteous rewards my Lady can offer." He removes his hat and smiles a little. "The faith here seems strong for other deities, among the humanoid populace, though I found some other children happy to learn."

Again, my name is Jito. I came to this town to study the ancient ruins and have been living just beyond it's border in the woods.

As you can see my blood and lifestyle choices might not afford me much hospitality.

After she finishes mopping the woman comes over. "Hello I'm Ameiko, How can I help you. Oh you guys are the people who helped fight the goblins right? I saw you fight them in front of the Church and Jasper over there" She indicates the man at the bar "that he saw you fight more goblins up by the white Deer."

"Indeed," Prophet says to the approaching woman. "Though the souls we sent to Pharasma today were but a single drop in a vast ocean of spirits."

Jiessi cringes slightly at the mentioned on Pharasma. Desna may you bring pleasant dreams to the Prophet's dire soul. She smiles at the innkeeper, "Desna's luck was with town today having these friends travel to this town."

Jerome nods to Prophet. Hello, it is good to meet a fellow member of the faith. Although I am not clergy, my family has a long history of being in her service.

"Ah! Really?" Prophet seems to perk up at Jerome's comment. "Tell me, Son of the Gray, what is your family name? And how do you practice?"

Knowledge (religion) to recognize anything Jerome may say: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7

Caulflower. We serve as morticians, undertakers and other facets of her aspect as the Lady of Graves.

"The Caulflowers? I cannot say I've heard of you." Prophet clasps his hands. "But the honor you serve in your duty to the Lady is admirable. After we servants reap her souls, you and your own give those souls' mortal shells their final honor in this world." Prophet smiles at the man, though his teeth do not show.

Jerone nods in return and gives a friendly smile. Thank you.

"I see that some of you are not from around here, and to thank you I'd like to offer you all rooms for a week free. Now what can I get you."

Why thank you very much, perhaps some stew and ale for right now.

"Just some clean water, if you have any. Or, perhaps, some wine."

A nice ice wine would be delicious. Thank you."

Jerome eats his stew. So, it seems that we will be granted a reward by this Foxglove person. Who is he exactly?

Jiessi shakes her head not not able to respond to Jerome's question.

No Know-local at this time.

"Are you ready to order sir?" She ask Jito. With the mention of Aldrean Amieko chimes in. "Oh Aldrean, he is a noble from Magimar, his family owns a house south of town. That's about all I can rememebr about him for now."

"A poor soul who lost his canine companion today," Prophet intones, shaking his head sadly. "Would that their souls could remain together, but I do not believe Pharasma sends the souls of beasts were go those of men." Prophet clasps his hands and looks to Jerome. "Though that is the extent of my knowledge."

"I'm not accustomed to such service or attention. Thank you got asking. Some vegetables would be nice. Maybe some slices of raw meet for my friend here."

Jito reaches up and pets Bala as he lays curled about his neck.

"Ok, I'll bring that right out."
Ameiko leaves to get your food.

Jerome finishes his meal. That was excellent, I must eat here more often.(Especially sicne I can't cook).

"So what was the attack about? Why did they attack when the town was so active with people? Wonder what, or who, stirred up the lil' goblins? Did anyone see, or hear, anything while traveling to the town?" The questions flowing.

"Nothing concerning these goblins..." Prophet thinks for a moment, trying to remember what he can of the little beasts' deities.

Knowledge (religion): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19

Prophet you know that when goblins do worship a deity it is most often Lamastu the goddess of monsters and madness.

Aldrean enters the room looking much better than he did when you all first met him. He sees you and joins you at your table. "Hello, sorry to keep you, I was just finishing up getting ready."

Greetings. Glad you could join us after today's mess.

"Indeed," Prophet says to Aldrean with a nod. To Jiessi, he says, "The goblins worship Lamashtu--monsters, madness, and death are her domains. That alone may have been enough to incite them, especially if a fanatic sprung among them."

Jiessi looks up at Aldrean Foxglove, "Too bad about today's events. Any idea why the goblins up-rose?"

As Aldrean takes a seat Jito welcomes him back. "Looking much better young sir. Glad you could join us." Jito slides a drink before Aldrean and flips a piece of meat into the air where Bala snaps at it and starts chewing.

"No I wouldn't have the faintest idea. I don't think I have ever heard of goblins even attacking a town this large before. Let alone I have no idea how they got in with out anyone noticing, they just appeared out of nowhere." Aldrean will take a drink. "Thank you. Now then I beleive that I said I was going to give you all an award, but first I was wondering if you would all like ot go boar hunting with me tomorrow?"

"Boar hunting are they endangering the community?" Jiessi hesitating. Is this senseless killing for sport?

"Of course not my dear, I would never hunt endangered creatures."

Jiessi has a visible sign of relief. "Sure I can go with you tomorrow."

I have no other duties at the moment so I would be available for hunting as well.

"It would be such a pleasure to get back into the woods. I'm in!"

"Hunting animals is as challenging as hunting the foes of Pharasma, in its way. I will join as well."

"Very good, meet me at the Goblin Squash Stables tomorrow." He then pulls some small sacks out of his pocket. "I also promised you all a reward for saving me, here it is." He hands each of you one of the small sacks each containing 50 gold each.

Why thank you very much. Jerome pockets the coins, hoping to buy a longbow later.

Jiessi smiles, "Thank you."

"Thank you for this contribution," Prophet says, slipping the bag into his clothing. "This will serve the Gray Lady well."

Jito stares down at the small bag of money before him.

Surely this ... Considering a refusal might be insulting, Jito decides to accept the money. Your appreciation is noted. Thank you.

Jerome will politely excuse himself until it is time to go boar hunting and see about buying a longbow for himself.

"It is getting late and we have all had a very eventful day so I am going to turn in for the night. See you all in the morning." With that Aldrean leaves.

Jerome turns in as well. Planning on doing a little shopping in the morning.

Prophet nods to them, then to Ameiko, before he retires to his room. It'll be nice to sleep in a bed, for a change, he thinks. But I wonder if there will be many lost children here...

Jito nods to the others, collects Bala and heads up to his room.

Jiessi will accept the accommodations offered and turn in herself.

The next morning arrives.What are you guys doing when you wake up?

Jerome gets ready for the foxhunt with Aldrean and heads to the Goblin Squash stables.