" as the dimmer didn't give us much useful information." Iraedra clears her throat " is the powder magical or alcemical, how is it triggered, are there ways to render it inactive, or to destroy it without triggering it, how much of it exists here, what kind of enemies are we likely to encounter, how do we receive our payment when we are finished " the Drider girl takes a deep breath and continues "do you know the supplier of the powder, what is the relation between amount of powder and effect size, how does the powder look like, are there any other factors affecting our payment on success other than bringing a sample, is there anything other of interest in the warehouse, is there anything else that you can tell me about the powder or the warehouse?"
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The puppet takes in your questions for a second. He rattles and lifts an arm.
the powder is black, powered alchemy from the far east. Water renders it temporary useless, yet it may still activate. It is activated by fire, or considerable momentum, such as that from a blunt arrow. There is a whole ships worth here. The more powder, the more powerful the effect. Every quart is a 5ft blast. The amount here can level this building and cause considerable damage to the nearby buildings, which is why we emptied them. We do not know what the powder is made from, nor how to make it.
The puppet sputters for a second before continuing.
there are several clockwork soldiers inside. There is also 5 men put in charge of winding up the soldiers. They have a lower hall, guarded by something that destroys our puppet scouts. We assume it is an animal or similar beast.
The puppet holds out its hands, in which are two vials.
these are vials of Greek flame. Do not drink them or open them too close to the powder. These alone will destroy the building without aid from the powder. But the construct will remain.
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and I will ask this yet one more time, Sabrina adds starting to sound a little annoyed. what is so important about this powder and who has control of it now. and who wants it destroyed.
basically, who controls this powder now and for what purpose, why must it be destroyed, and who are you, who do you serve, what is your connection to this powder.
I move forward and take the vials from the puppet.
and then just wait for answers to sabrina's questions
She leans casually against the corner she has chosen and keeps a look out at the passing traffic, pedestrian or otherwise.
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The puppet rattles at your questions. my master wants the powder destroyed. The theives have this powder, but it has an outrageous price. We need a sample. I am a puppet. My master is he who pulls all strings, the puppet maker.
It motions at small hooks on its limbs, hooks that would have held strings on a normal puppet.
as for why... The theives are planning to assault the lords castle, they intended to blow the west side apart, removing the town guard who sleep there. This will allow them more freedom.
"The guards at the warehouse door are remaining at their post. We should seek a secluded way inside." She tells her compatriot.
Seeing nothing dangerous to the group Sunset slinks back to where they are receiving information from their contact.
"There are two guards on the front doors. Perhaps we should seek a different entrance?" She says quietly to those lurking. Then she looks up.
"Who can climb? Perhaps fly?"" She asks.
"uhm, I am good at climbing, uhm, not for a drider, but driders are naturally good climbers"
Sunset smiles encouragingly to/at Iraedra, "Well.. perhaps we can see how well you manage it?" She looks to the others...
"I am with out rope or such.... there was no much call for such back at the temple. How might we follow our good friend?" She asks.
I would have to look again but I believe I have rope we could use. Give me a moment and I will look.
"uhm, I think I have some too" Iraedra starts rummaging arount her backpack and finally takes out a hemp rope.
Sunset calmly awaits the others accent.
I walk over and test the rope making sure it feels secure and then climb after sliding my "knapsack" into and through the back of my vest and sash to secure it.
Xathrid waits for the others to climb up the rope, he presses against the wall, hoping to be overlooked by the casual observer.
stealth take ten
"hurry up, he hisses through his teeth...
I don't trust the puppets... I thought that puppet would stay behind and we would do the work
take 10 reclimb
Iraedra uses the rope and her eight legs to easily climb the wall.
Sunset waits patiently guarding the rear and waiting till enough comrades have scaled the heights to help assist her ascent.
Xathrid silently waves to the two women, motioning them upward
With one last quick look around Sunset climbs the rope.
Once upon the rood, Sunset looks over the terrain thoughtfully.
Before turning and giving Sabrina a hand up, (Aiding another should net Sabrina another +2, making her climb at least safe. (^_^)
Xathrid smiles as the last member ascended to the roof. "up we go." he mutters and hauls himself hand over hand up the braided hemp
Xathrid's armor makes a faint jingle, but the thin metal links do not impair his movement
I crouch watching the rest of the group assemble at the top of the building.
perception
Sunset begins to move carefully and as quietly as she can along the roof to finds an opening some where into the building.
"Worst comes to worst, we can lift some shingles..." She suggests in a soft voice.
