paizo.com Recent Posts by First Mate Alton Deverspaizo.com Recent Posts by First Mate Alton Devers2011-09-20T17:49:45Z2011-09-20T17:49:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=119#59342011-07-18T20:06:09Z2011-07-18T20:06:09Z<p>With terrible efficiency, Alton opens Mal's abdomen before slicing a gash in the side of his neck. The last thing the big hunter sees before he crashes to the ground is Aerys stand up beside Alton, one hand upon his shoulder and a fanged smile on her face.</p>
<p>Mercifully, his eyes close before Alton disperses into the fog and the vampire falls upon him.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: Sasha</b></span>, Lucia, Ieana?, Priyya, Lureene, Alis, Darvesch, Aerys</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Good Hope:</b> +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack rolls, ability checks, skill checks, and weapon damage rolls. R412</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>A hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">28 = 28</span>/30 </span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Comprehend Languages R1056, Mage Armor R3603</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b> k:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">15 = 15</span>/15 </span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>D hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">65 = 65</span>/68 </span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>L hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">48 = 48</span>/48 </span> ghoul fever 1/2 saves DC 16
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Mage Armor R3601</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>M hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">66 - 11 - 12 - 12 = 31</span>/54(66) excess non-L, Con dmg, new excess non-L </span> diseased, unconscious
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>non-L <span class="messageboard-dice">28 + 30 + 19 = 77</span>/66</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Con <span class="messageboard-dice">16 - 4 = 12</span>/16</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Int <span class="messageboard-dice">10 = 10</span>/12</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Barkskin R602</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b> t:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">42 = 42</span>/42 </span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>P hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">34 = 34</span>/41 </span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>1 negative level DC 17</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Mage Armor R3602</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Sasha hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">15 = 15</span>/54 </span></p>With terrible efficiency, Alton opens Mal's abdomen before slicing a gash in the side of his neck. The last thing the big hunter sees before he crashes to the ground is Aerys stand up beside Alton, one hand upon his shoulder and a fanged smile on her face.
Mercifully, his eyes close before Alton disperses into the fog and the vampire falls upon him.
[Spoiler omitted]
Next Up: Sasha, Lucia, Ieana?, Priyya, Lureene, Alis, Darvesch, Aerys
Good Hope: +2 morale bonus on saving throws, attack...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-07-18T20:06:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=119#59192012-08-06T12:53:32Z2011-07-18T06:18:00Z<p>Alton looks up, his skin dessicated and vermin crawling all over his person. The stench of the grave is upon him, yet fresh tears still fall from his eyes. He kneels over Aerys, a jagged angle in her neck and back.</p>
<p><b>"She couldn't take it, Andre. 'Rys thought she'd found love, but Fate had another plan for us. Bad as that was though, she at <i>least</i> thought she had some friends. Apparently not. I thought I could trust you all with her, to keep her company but this was all an act for you, wasn't it? None of us really mattered, only your high and mighty mission."</b></p>
<p>He stands up, taking up his hanger sword that Aerys had carried with her after his death. <b>"I don't bear any ill will for what happened to me, but I can't lay quiet by the sea knowing how lightly you treated the woman I loved..."</b></p>
<p>Before Mal can even speak or react, Alton lunges at the big man running him thru with his cutlass. There is no joy in his eyes, only pain.</p>
<p>Mal can only stand still, mouth agape as he gets stabbed in the stomach, guilt and remorse filling his limbs with lead.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Alton looks up, his skin dessicated and vermin crawling all over his person. The stench of the grave is upon him, yet fresh tears still fall from his eyes. He kneels over Aerys, a jagged angle in her neck and back.
"She couldn't take it, Andre. 'Rys thought she'd found love, but Fate had another plan for us. Bad as that was though, she at least thought she had some friends. Apparently not. I thought I could trust you all with her, to keep her company but this was all an act for you, wasn't...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-07-18T06:18:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=68#33592011-02-15T04:11:59Z2011-02-15T04:11:59Z<p><b>"It is said that the <i>dead</i> walk on Reaver's Shiv and that those who have yet to die dine on the flesh of their kin."</b> Alton's voice is low, but it is clear that he is neither amused nor trying to entertain you. <b>"The very plants and animals of the island thirst for blood, and those who sail too close to the islands cutting edge are doomed. It is a grave for pirates, merchants, smugglers, and soldiers alike."</b></p>
<p><b>"Once, about two years ago,"</b> he continues, <b>"we approached too closely by day and could hear the screams of the damned from the green hill that crowns the isle. At night, witchlights dance on the shore. They are the glowing ghosts of cannibals eager to lure ashore their latest meal."</b></p>"It is said that the dead walk on Reaver's Shiv and that those who have yet to die dine on the flesh of their kin." Alton's voice is low, but it is clear that he is neither amused nor trying to entertain you. "The very plants and animals of the island thirst for blood, and those who sail too close to the islands cutting edge are doomed. It is a grave for pirates, merchants, smugglers, and soldiers alike."
"Once, about two years ago," he continues, "we approached too closely by day and could...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-02-15T04:11:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=68#33522011-02-14T09:15:00Z2011-02-14T09:15:00Z<p>Alton's eyebrow twitches a bit at Aerys' love tap, though he does allow himself the faintest hint of a smile. <b>"Well this should be interesting at least. Of course, so long as your eyes are on watch, we are in good hands..."</b></p>
<p>You get the feeling that he is a bit chagrined to need Aerys on watch tonight as opposed to on other... duties, but such is life.</p>Alton's eyebrow twitches a bit at Aerys' love tap, though he does allow himself the faintest hint of a smile. "Well this should be interesting at least. Of course, so long as your eyes are on watch, we are in good hands..."
You get the feeling that he is a bit chagrined to need Aerys on watch tonight as opposed to on other... duties, but such is life.First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-02-14T09:15:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=67#33502011-02-14T09:02:37Z2011-02-14T09:02:37Z<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b><a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/wiki/Calendar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">LK Calendar:</a></b> Uniens 05, 4210 — Rosday</span>
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In spite of a blood red sunrise, Captain Kovack, and Ieana seem to be in high spirits this Rosday. When you consult with your friends amongst the crew, Alton explains, <b>"It has been a <i>difficult</i> voyage. Passing the horn and making our way east means this is the last leg in the approach to Port Eldarion. We should arrive by noon time on Alsday, gods willing."</b></p>
<p><b>"Even so, while my mind know that Olcán turns this morning red, it is not easy for me to be quite so relaxed at the sight. Sometime tonight we will pass Reaver's Shiv so watchfulness and discipline is key if we want there to be no further sorrow."</b></p>LK Calendar: Uniens 05, 4210 — Rosday
In spite of a blood red sunrise, Captain Kovack, and Ieana seem to be in high spirits this Rosday. When you consult with your friends amongst the crew, Alton explains, "It has been a difficult voyage. Passing the horn and making our way east means this is the last leg in the approach to Port Eldarion. We should arrive by noon time on Alsday, gods willing."
"Even so, while my mind know that Olcán turns this morning red, it is not easy for me to be quite...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-02-14T09:02:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=67#33192011-02-10T06:18:28Z2011-02-10T06:18:28Z<p>The <i>White Pearl</i>, flying perilously fast thru the channel thanks to Ieana's spell plows into the solid fog. The ship is slowed to half speed so quickly that fully half of the sailors are knocked to the deck. The men on the foreward mast are both throw from their perches while Aerys is flung downwards from the crow's nest as the main mast shudders dangerous from the tremendous strain upon it. Gelik and Alis just barely manage to keep their footing, the gnome nearly falling down into the hold while Alis skips a full measure on her violin. Meanwhile Sasha and Ishirou are both thrown down in spite of their agility.</p>
<p>Strangely, the fog seems to act almost like a buffer for those falling thru it. Aerys still bounces of several yards and spars before hitting the deck, as do the two men in front of her, but their injuries are not life-threatening. The strangest thing is that although you can hear his shouts, the man thrown over the starboard bow never splashes into the water. While it could be that you just didn't hear him from the din of Charybdis' destruction, you soon realize that's not it at all. Instead his shouts escalate into scream and you hear a slithering, slapping sound come thru the fog accompanies by the growling of wolves...</p>
<p>Scylla drifts effortlessly thru the fog, seemingly neither her movement nor sense are impeded. Wrapped in one of her tentacles and screaming is the man thrown overboard. No sooner does she come into view of those on the bow, than does she begin lashing out with her tentacles. Alis ducks a swipe that, while clumsy, would have been powerful enough to clobber anyone less graceful. The man who fell not far from her is not so lucky. With seeming ease, Scylla strikes the prone man across the back before wrapping him up in one of her seven tentacles. Another goes snaking towards the old Khek where he lies, but the height of the nearby railing is just enough to stymie the attack.</p>
<p>With a curse, Alis casts the spell she readied and takes off thru the fog to land in the rigging on the stern side of the ship. Scylla strikes her across the back as she goes but is unable to grab on. Deciding for his own part that it would be best not to be in need of a rescue, Gelik clambers down the hatch shouting for anyone with sense to follow him. Both the sailors knocked down near him nod and duck into the forecastle.</p>
<p>As Ieana continues to focus on her spell, her powers aided by Mal's the cloud of fog begins breaking up and dispersing enough for the rest of you to see Scylla hovering just off the starboard bow, sailors in two of her seven tentacles. Lureene gets ready to cast her grease spell, hoping to free the two men when she realizes they are over 60 feet too far away for her spell to reach them. Beside her, Sasha gets back to her feet and grumbles something under her breath, resuming a defensive stance next to her curvaceous friend.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Behind you, the First Mate yells out, <b>"ANYONE ON DECK GET TO PORT, GET TO COVER!"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: (Ishirou), (Lureene), (Sasha), Mal, Priyya</b></span>; Crew, Charybdis, Scylla, Alis, Gelik, Ieana (readied)</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>The White Pearl, flying perilously fast thru the channel thanks to Ieana's spell plows into the solid fog. The ship is slowed to half speed so quickly that fully half of the sailors are knocked to the deck. The men on the foreward mast are both throw from their perches while Aerys is flung downwards from the crow's nest as the main mast shudders dangerous from the tremendous strain upon it. Gelik and Alis just barely manage to keep their footing, the gnome nearly falling down into the hold...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-02-10T06:18:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=66#32842011-02-07T16:40:58Z2011-02-07T16:40:58Z<p><b>"CAP'N, <i>orders sir!</i>"</b></p>"CAP'N, orders sir!"First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-02-07T16:40:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=64#31552011-01-29T21:15:08Z2011-01-29T21:15:08Z<p>Alton moves around to the south side of the pit, oar at the ready in case it is needed.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: (Wasps), (Aerys), (Alton), Lureene, Priyya</b></span>; Mal, Dark Knight, Alis, Sasha, Sorsha (readied attacks)
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<b>MAP: <a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/wiki/File:Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Waterfront Tavern Brawl</a>, (</b><a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/images/archive/b/b4/20110129211436%21Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Round 39b</a><b>)</b></p>Alton moves around to the south side of the pit, oar at the ready in case it is needed.
Next Up: (Wasps), (Aerys), (Alton), Lureene, Priyya; Mal, Dark Knight, Alis, Sasha, Sorsha (readied attacks)
MAP: Waterfront Tavern Brawl, (Round 39b)First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-29T21:15:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=63#31432011-01-28T23:29:39Z2011-01-28T23:29:39Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Eric:</b> There's not really any way to climb back up. The cultists were able to get back up because they helped each other back up. Same with the Khemyans.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Justin:</b> Correct, Priyya has no visibility to Alis or the blackguard right now. She'd have to move to the side of the pit to have line of effect. Give her Perception and SM results, I'll say that she's figured out what has happened based upon taking stock of who's in the room, the relative quiet (save Gelik's fornications), the lack of singing, and the way others are looking into the water.</span></p>
<p>Seeing Sarah stir, Alton breathes a sigh of relief, <b>"Thank the gods. I thought you were dead, Sarah!"</b></p>
<p>He casts a concerned glance towards the water, holding an oar as if ready to beat-down anything that might try and make it's way up from below.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Eric: There's not really any way to climb back up. The cultists were able to get back up because they helped each other back up. Same with the Khemyans.
Justin: Correct, Priyya has no visibility to Alis or the blackguard right now. She'd have to move to the side of the pit to have line of effect. Give her Perception and SM results, I'll say that she's figured out what has happened based upon taking stock of who's in the room, the relative quiet (save Gelik's fornications), the lack of...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-28T23:29:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=63#31392011-01-28T22:23:25Z2011-01-28T22:23:25Z<p><b>"Aye, aye, 'Rys."</b> With seeming ease, the big sailor tears the oars free from the bolts securing them to the wall and delivers one to his lover.</p>
<p>Sparing a glance in Sarah's direction, he asks, <b>"Will Sarah be alright, Sash'?"</b></p>
<p>Before waiting for an answer, he kicks the broken table with his foot and says, <b>"We need better footing if we don't want to end up in the drink."</b></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: (Wasps), (Aerys), (Alton), Lureene</b></span>; Mal, Dark Knight, Sorsha, Sasha, Alis (readied attacks)
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<b>MAP: <a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/wiki/File:Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Waterfront Tavern Brawl</a>, (</b><a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/images/archive/b/b4/20110128222816%21Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Round 38c</a><b>)</b></p>"Aye, aye, 'Rys." With seeming ease, the big sailor tears the oars free from the bolts securing them to the wall and delivers one to his lover.
Sparing a glance in Sarah's direction, he asks, "Will Sarah be alright, Sash'?"
Before waiting for an answer, he kicks the broken table with his foot and says, "We need better footing if we don't want to end up in the drink."
[Spoiler omitted]
Next Up: (Wasps), (Aerys), (Alton), Lureene; Mal, Dark Knight, Sorsha, Sasha, Alis (readied attacks)
MAP:...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-28T22:23:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=63#31272011-01-27T23:06:10Z2011-01-27T23:06:10Z<p>Alton backs up to get a running start and then charges the knight clearly hoping to push him backwards into the pit of water. Unfortunately, although all the priests have vanished, their robes yet remain and he slips depriving him of most of the power he attempted to muster. He impacts the knight's shield hard with a resounding •THUNK•. As he attempts to stagger back and get clear, the knight reciprocates. He slams Alton so hard with his shield that the big man goes flying into the door behind him nearly knocking it from its frame.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: Lureene</b></span>; Mal, Dark Knight, Sorsha, Wasps, Sasha, Aerys, Priyya, Alis, Alton
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<b>MAP: <a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/wiki/File:Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Waterfront Tavern Brawl</a>, (</b><a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/images/archive/b/b4/20110127230539%21Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Round 37e</a><b>)</b></p>Alton backs up to get a running start and then charges the knight clearly hoping to push him backwards into the pit of water. Unfortunately, although all the priests have vanished, their robes yet remain and he slips depriving him of most of the power he attempted to muster. He impacts the knight's shield hard with a resounding *THUNK*. As he attempts to stagger back and get clear, the knight reciprocates. He slams Alton so hard with his shield that the big man goes flying into the door...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-27T23:06:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=63#31132011-01-27T05:45:23Z2011-01-27T05:45:23Z<p><b>"Bastard!"</b> Alton thrusts at the black-robed man again. His attack just barely connects, the wasp's poison already taking an effect on the cultist. Even so, it is a telling wound and he looks to be in just as bad of shape now as the woman he just attacked.</p>
<p><b>"Hang in there, Sarah!"</b></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: Mal, Lureene</b></span>, Dark Knight, Sasha, Wasps, Priyya, Alis, Aerys; Cultist, Alton
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<b>MAP: <a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/wiki/File:Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Waterfront Tavern Brawl</a>, (</b><a href="http://wiki.worldsunknown.com/images/archive/b/b4/20110127055314%21Lights-End_Waterfront-Tavern_01.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Round 37</a><b>)</b></p>"Bastard!" Alton thrusts at the black-robed man again. His attack just barely connects, the wasp's poison already taking an effect on the cultist. Even so, it is a telling wound and he looks to be in just as bad of shape now as the woman he just attacked.
"Hang in there, Sarah!"
[Spoiler omitted]
Next Up: Mal, Lureene, Dark Knight, Sasha, Wasps, Priyya, Alis, Aerys; Cultist, Alton
MAP: Waterfront Tavern Brawl, (Round 37)First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-27T05:45:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=63#31012011-01-26T22:11:49Z2011-01-26T22:11:49Z<p>Alton swings at the priest between himself and Sarah, but when he misses, his follow-through causes his blade to become lodged in the table beside him. He just barely wrenches it free in time to avoid a cut from a dagger.</p>
<p><b>"Don't listen to him Sarah, anyone who willingly serves the Demon King can never be trusted!"</b></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Alton swings at the priest between himself and Sarah, but when he misses, his follow-through causes his blade to become lodged in the table beside him. He just barely wrenches it free in time to avoid a cut from a dagger.
"Don't listen to him Sarah, anyone who willingly serves the Demon King can never be trusted!"
[Spoiler omitted]First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-26T22:11:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=62#30832011-01-26T16:16:03Z2011-01-26T16:16:03Z<p><b>"Sarah!"</b> Alton leaps to aid the healer, aiming a deadly thrust at the nearest cultist's back. The attack hits the black-robed man hard, but he still has plenty of fight left.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"Sarah!" Alton leaps to aid the healer, aiming a deadly thrust at the nearest cultist's back. The attack hits the black-robed man hard, but he still has plenty of fight left.
[Spoiler omitted]First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-26T16:16:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=62#30762011-01-25T22:12:33Z2011-01-25T22:12:33Z<p>With brutal efficiency, the tow-headed soldier steps past the cultist. Striking as one, Alton hacks into the man's shoulder even as his feral friend eviscerates him with his left claw. Before the cultist can even hit the floor, Andre's right claw tears across the chest of the next one sheering easily thru robes and armor.</p>
<p>Pointing his blade toward the one coming at Lisa, Alton shouts, <b>"'Rys!"</b></p>
<p>He then circles around the table to put himself in position to continue the assault on the original group of cultists.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>With brutal efficiency, the tow-headed soldier steps past the cultist. Striking as one, Alton hacks into the man's shoulder even as his feral friend eviscerates him with his left claw. Before the cultist can even hit the floor, Andre's right claw tears across the chest of the next one sheering easily thru robes and armor.
Pointing his blade toward the one coming at Lisa, Alton shouts, "'Rys!"
He then circles around the table to put himself in position to continue the assault on the original...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-25T22:12:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=62#30672011-01-25T15:31:55Z2011-01-25T15:31:55Z<p>Shaking off the dread that rattled him, Alton moves forward to stand by his sparring partner, his basket-hilted sword carving a red arc thru the air as he slashes at the black-robed man before him.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Shaking off the dread that rattled him, Alton moves forward to stand by his sparring partner, his basket-hilted sword carving a red arc thru the air as he slashes at the black-robed man before him.
[Spoiler omitted]First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-25T15:31:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=62#30572011-01-25T07:26:13Z2011-01-25T07:26:13Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>NOTE:</b> For those who succeeded on their Will saves, you are shaken until the cultists' next turn. Shouldn't have an appreciable effect on anyone since everyone in the party has acted but the NPCs.</span></p>
<p>Alton spits in disgust and shouts, <b>"You're no countrymen of mine!</b></p>
<p>He then tears free his hanger and charges the nearest enemy, yet the man his little trouble</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>NOTE: For those who succeeded on their Will saves, you are shaken until the cultists' next turn. Shouldn't have an appreciable effect on anyone since everyone in the party has acted but the NPCs.
Alton spits in disgust and shouts, "You're no countrymen of mine!
He then tears free his hanger and charges the nearest enemy, yet the man his little trouble
[Spoiler omitted]First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-25T07:26:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=61#30282011-01-23T05:11:46Z2011-01-23T05:11:46Z<p>When Priyya takes off into the bar, Alton happily greets Aerys with a hug and a kiss, <b>"You missed a great fight, 'Rys! There was this man I noticed had been following us since the hookah parlor, watching us like a hawk. Andre suggested a bar brawl might be a good way to either slip away or grab him in the confusion. Then Gelik threw his voice and thew the man's drink on some–"</b></p>
<p>He tones his voice down as the four Khemyan's hobble out the door. The first mate tenses for a moment as if expecting another fight but they simply shoulder their way past avoiding eye contact. He notes with satisfaction that the man he slugged is out cold.</p>
<p>Once they have passed he says, <b>"On them. When they lost their tempers from the insults that Gelik was making the snooper say, they started throwing him around and the <i>whole place</i> went up! Then a mage lost his temper and cast a lightning bolt, Andre almost fell into a pit but got out and slugged the snooper so hard he nearly hit the ceiling, and this little woman — no bigger than you Mrs. Bambiano, she blew two men away with a single spell! I thought the building would come down!"</b></p>When Priyya takes off into the bar, Alton happily greets Aerys with a hug and a kiss, "You missed a great fight, 'Rys! There was this man I noticed had been following us since the hookah parlor, watching us like a hawk. Andre suggested a bar brawl might be a good way to either slip away or grab him in the confusion. Then Gelik threw his voice and thew the man's drink on some–"
He tones his voice down as the four Khemyan's hobble out the door. The first mate tenses for a moment as if...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-23T05:11:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=61#30032011-01-21T17:10:33Z2011-01-21T17:10:33Z<p>Alton gives a laugh as your stalker gets thrown atop a table disrupting the leisure of four Setenbori men who seem less-than amused with the Khemyans' actions and culturally offensive retorts. One of them gets knocked back into a table of close-lipped Xarakai traders who were deep into their cups long before you arrived.</p>
<p>As is their wont, the desert folk take extreme offense at the interruption, particularly since it was one of their nations age-old rivals who bumping into them. Voices are raise on both sides. The Setenbori man who got knocked over, agitated that they would throw such a fit over a minor thing like that gives them something to complain about hurling one of their tankards over his shoulder where-upon it bounces off the prodigious cleavage of a tall, powerfully-built Æscian woman soaking her and the foppish little man with whom she is dining.</p>
<p>When the woman throws her chair aside, knocking over an elderly man behind her, Alton says, <b>"Leave when all the fun is just starting? You owe me one, friend!"</b></p>
<p>With that, he shouts to Gelik, who currently held the barmaid's undivided attention with his gaze while he held her shoulder with his other hand, <b>"Time to go, master gnome!"</b></p>
<p>Tossing back the last of his ale, he bolts for the door — making certain to slug one of the Khemyans upside the head on his way for the sake of his countrymen.</p>Alton gives a laugh as your stalker gets thrown atop a table disrupting the leisure of four Setenbori men who seem less-than amused with the Khemyans' actions and culturally offensive retorts. One of them gets knocked back into a table of close-lipped Xarakai traders who were deep into their cups long before you arrived.
As is their wont, the desert folk take extreme offense at the interruption, particularly since it was one of their nations age-old rivals who bumping into them. Voices are...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-21T17:10:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=60#29982011-01-20T21:25:05Z2011-01-20T21:25:05Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>PoO:</b> Alton, Gelik, and Mal are out having drinks while the girls shop. They are in a different place.</span></p>
<p>It was perhaps little surprise that Alton enjoyed the fare at the Setenbori establishment just fine. Setenbor <i>was</i> his homeland after all. However, Mal found that heavily seasoned grilled vegetables and fish topped with fruit compote were hardly satisfying. After a message spell from Alis saying that they had gone a fashion-hunting, the big man was finally able to persuade the other two to quit smoking and head elsewhere where the liqueurs didn't make him anxious and he could actually get something grilled that had to be slaughtered first.</p>
<p>After a time at their second haunt Alton leaned forward heavily on his elbows, fingers laced together above his mouth.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>When both men shake their heads wondering what he's going on about, Alton continues.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>PoO: Alton, Gelik, and Mal are out having drinks while the girls shop. They are in a different place.
It was perhaps little surprise that Alton enjoyed the fare at the Setenbori establishment just fine. Setenbor was his homeland after all. However, Mal found that heavily seasoned grilled vegetables and fish topped with fruit compote were hardly satisfying. After a message spell from Alis saying that they had gone a fashion-hunting, the big man was finally able to persuade the other two to...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-20T21:25:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=60#29882011-01-20T17:43:45Z2011-01-20T17:43:45Z<p>For several hours, your happy, not-so-little group wanders around the cultural melting pot that is Light's End. While not as large as Malatesta, the variety of goods available for sale is perhaps even greater. Strange, gently curved single-edged blades from Khek, exotic spices harvested from dangerous locales in Zuktol Wilds, exotic hardwoods purportedly grown in the Buahons, the finest silks from Loxphari...</p>
<p>There are also temples to every deity you've ever heard of, several you haven't, some you are certain were made up, and a few that you are certain are actually demons. Likewise there seems to be little cohesion to the architectural styles here save for the same sticky black grime covering everything.</p>
<p>At one point, the ladies all break off to go make a few purchases at the House of Lyria. While Gelik was eager to accompany Lisa, a heavy hand on each shoulder from Alton and Andre quickly dissuaded him. There, Sarah steadfastly refused to set foot inside preferring instead to note the interesting topiary and sculptures to be found in the gardens. (And by interesting she would mean lewd.) At least back in Titan's Cove artistry and inspiration still seemed to be the chief concerns. Judging by Lisa's disgruntled demeanor and Sasha's girlish giggling when they returned, Sarah's suspicions were soon confirmed. In Light's End at least, prostration rather than artistry was the chief means by which Lyria's priestesses served their goddess.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Scroll costs:</b> Delay Poison 150, Neutralize Poison 525, Remove Disease 200.</span></p>
<p>Meanwhile, finding themselves with time to kill, the men kicked back to enjoy a few rounds at a Xerakai tavern. There, dusky-skinned, dark-haired girls in harem garb performed flamboyant dances, pausing only to tend to the hookahs at each of their customers' tables. Thick, stimulating black liqueurs were served in small porcelain cups not much bigger than shot glasses, and all the food was heavily seasoned with anise.</p>
<p>Looking thoughtfully at the dancing girls, Alton asked his comrades idly after a long draw on the water pipe, <b>"I wonder, do you think I could get away with buying Aerys an outfit like that, or would I be shark food for trying?"</b></p>For several hours, your happy, not-so-little group wanders around the cultural melting pot that is Light's End. While not as large as Malatesta, the variety of goods available for sale is perhaps even greater. Strange, gently curved single-edged blades from Khek, exotic spices harvested from dangerous locales in Zuktol Wilds, exotic hardwoods purportedly grown in the Buahons, the finest silks from Loxphari...
There are also temples to every deity you've ever heard of, several you haven't,...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-20T17:43:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=60#29722011-01-20T05:47:09Z2011-01-20T05:47:09Z<p>Almost on cue, Alton and Aerys make their way up from below deck dressed a good bit more nicely than when they are working the ship. While it's clear that their clothes are nowhere near as expensive as Sasha's let alone yours, the double-breasted black leather vest and burgundy shirt Alton is wearing combined with a sharp pair of buccaneer boots, striped pants and a broad belt make for a bold statement. In place of his normal striped bandanna, he's opted for a tricorn hat matching similar to the one Aerys usually wears only a good bit larger. His thick black mane is pulled back into a ponytail contained by a spiral-shaped band of bronze at least an inch in diameter.</p>
<p><b>"Andre, Ellie, you're coming too, right? Lots to see in Light's End, I can show you guys around."</b></p>
<p>You note that on his hip he's wearing a rather massive cutlass with a fancy bronze hilt and a well-lacquered scabbard.</p>Almost on cue, Alton and Aerys make their way up from below deck dressed a good bit more nicely than when they are working the ship. While it's clear that their clothes are nowhere near as expensive as Sasha's let alone yours, the double-breasted black leather vest and burgundy shirt Alton is wearing combined with a sharp pair of buccaneer boots, striped pants and a broad belt make for a bold statement. In place of his normal striped bandanna, he's opted for a tricorn hat matching similar to...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-20T05:47:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=60#29542011-01-17T23:19:04Z2011-01-17T23:19:04Z<p>Breathing just as hard, Alton gives Mal a hand and claps him on the shoulder. <b>"Hell man, if you want to practice, I'm game."</b></p>
<p>When Gelik rings the bell for Alton, the crew goes nuts, clearly happy to see that their first mate is just as tough as they though. More than a few are also heartened to see the good sportsmanship between the two bruisers.</p>
<p>Ignoring raucous sailor, he continues, <b>"I have to tell you though. If you want someone to <i>really</i> train you, <i>'Rou</i> is the man to do it."</b></p>
<p>When he nods to the scruffy-looking Khek grumbling by the rails, it's clear that he means Ishirou. <b>"He's the one who cleaned my clock back when I was just another loud-mouth myself."</b></p>Breathing just as hard, Alton gives Mal a hand and claps him on the shoulder. "Hell man, if you want to practice, I'm game."
When Gelik rings the bell for Alton, the crew goes nuts, clearly happy to see that their first mate is just as tough as they though. More than a few are also heartened to see the good sportsmanship between the two bruisers.
Ignoring raucous sailor, he continues, "I have to tell you though. If you want someone to really train you, 'Rou is the man to do it."
When he...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T23:19:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=60#29512011-01-17T22:51:04Z2011-01-17T22:51:04Z<p><b>"Whoa!"</b> Mal's lunge surprises the big sailor but not enough to get thru his guard unscathed. He catches a crack to the side of the head just as he tackles the first mate to the deck with force enough to make the whole ship shake.</p>
<p>Not about to get into a wrestling match with the stronger man, he foregos such a course of action.</p>
<p><b>"<span class=tiny>Sorry man.</span>"</b> Before his arms or shoulders can get pinned, the first mate delivers a forearm smash to the side of Andre's head that senses his senses reeling.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>AoO <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 - 1 ⇒ (16) + 7 - 1 = 22</span> power attack</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>dmg <span class="messageboard-dice">1d3 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 2 = 7</span> power attack</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Improved Unarmed Strike <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 - 2 - 1 ⇒ (17) + 7 - 2 - 1 = 21</span> grappled, power attack</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>dmg <span class="messageboard-dice">1d3 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 2 = 9</span> power attack</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>M hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">16 - 7 - 9 = 0</span>/51 staggered</span></p>"Whoa!" Mal's lunge surprises the big sailor but not enough to get thru his guard unscathed. He catches a crack to the side of the head just as he tackles the first mate to the deck with force enough to make the whole ship shake.
Not about to get into a wrestling match with the stronger man, he foregos such a course of action.
"Sorry man." Before his arms or shoulders can get pinned, the first mate delivers a forearm smash to the side of Andre's head that senses his senses reeling.
AoO...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T22:51:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=59#29472011-01-17T22:29:50Z2011-01-17T22:29:50Z<p>Once again, the two powerful men trade blows, like a couple of bears fighting over a stream! Seeing Mal aim a crushing blow at him, Alton responds as quickly as if Mal were attacking an armed man but his jab falls short.</p>
<p>Taking the hit solidly, Alton grunts from the impact, but gives back almost as good as he gets ramming a crushing elbow into Andre's sternum. Although your first is turning out to be far less athletic than Aerys and Sasha's, the men around you wince and groan with each impact. You're both starting to look fairly beat now!</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>AoO <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 - 1 ⇒ (5) + 7 - 1 = 11</span> power attack</span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc>Improved Unarmed Strike <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 - 1 ⇒ (17) + 7 - 1 = 23</span> power attack</span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d3 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 2 = 9</span> power attack</span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>M hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">25 - 9 = 16</span>/51 </span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: Mal</b></span>, Alton</p>Once again, the two powerful men trade blows, like a couple of bears fighting over a stream! Seeing Mal aim a crushing blow at him, Alton responds as quickly as if Mal were attacking an armed man but his jab falls short.
Taking the hit solidly, Alton grunts from the impact, but gives back almost as good as he gets ramming a crushing elbow into Andre's sternum. Although your first is turning out to be far less athletic than Aerys and Sasha's, the men around you wince and groan with each...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T22:29:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=59#29452011-01-17T22:13:02Z2011-01-17T22:13:02Z<p>Alton tries to hop back but lessens the force of the blow only a little.</p>
<p>Already off-balance, he takes advantage of the potential and drives his fist into Mal's midsection just barely missing the burly soldier's solar plexus.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Improved Unarmed Strike <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 - 1 ⇒ (18) + 7 - 1 = 24</span></span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc>dmg <span class="messageboard-dice">1d3 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 2 = 9</span></span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>M hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">34 - 9 = 25</span>/51 </span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: Mal</b></span>, Alton</p>Alton tries to hop back but lessens the force of the blow only a little.
Already off-balance, he takes advantage of the potential and drives his fist into Mal's midsection just barely missing the burly soldier's solar plexus.
Improved Unarmed Strike [dice]1d20 + 7 - 1[/dice]
dmg [dice]1d3 + 4 + 2[/dice]
M hp: [dice]34 - 9[/dice]/51
Next Up: Mal, AltonFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T22:13:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=59#29432011-01-17T22:04:33Z2011-01-17T22:04:33Z<p>Alton narrowly dodges Mal's straight punch and responds with a hook to the side of his head.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Improved Unarmed Strike <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 - 1 ⇒ (11) + 7 - 1 = 17</span> power attack</span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc>dmg <span class="messageboard-dice">1d3 + 4 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 3 = 10</span> power attack</span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>M hp:</b> <span class="messageboard-dice">40 + 4 - 10 = 34</span>/51 correction</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: Mal</b></span>, Alton</p>Alton narrowly dodges Mal's straight punch and responds with a hook to the side of his head.
Improved Unarmed Strike [dice]1d20 + 7 - 1[/dice] power attack
dmg [dice]1d3 + 4 + 3[/dice] power attack
M hp: [dice]40 + 4 - 10[/dice]/51 correction
Next Up: Mal, AltonFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T22:04:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=59#29402011-01-17T21:48:02Z2011-01-17T21:48:02Z<p>The first mate pretends to hop in surprise at the slap and says in a low, throaty voice, <b>"Aye, aye, Cap'n..."</b></p>
<p>To Andre he says, <b>"Dunno. Storms happen then the Sun comes out, right?"</b></p>
<p>Nodding to his opponent, Alton bumps fists with Andre before you each take your places. When Gelik rings the bell, each man is equally quick to get ready with neither having the clear beat on the other. <span class=messageboard-ooc>(Tied init, no one is flat-footed.)</span></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-bigger><b>Next Up: Mal</b></span>, Alton
<br />
<b>Theme: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVcb8uFVVNg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Street Fighter: Guile</a></b></p>The first mate pretends to hop in surprise at the slap and says in a low, throaty voice, "Aye, aye, Cap'n..."
To Andre he says, "Dunno. Storms happen then the Sun comes out, right?"
Nodding to his opponent, Alton bumps fists with Andre before you each take your places. When Gelik rings the bell, each man is equally quick to get ready with neither having the clear beat on the other. (Tied init, no one is flat-footed.)
[Spoiler omitted]
Next Up: Mal, Alton
Theme: Street Fighter: GuileFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T21:48:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=59#29352011-01-17T21:28:53Z2011-01-17T21:28:53Z<p>Once he's sure that Sasha will be alright and he gives Aerys a squeeze and a kiss, Alton thumps Mal on the arm. <b>"Hey, wouldn't be right to let the ladies do all the fighting. That guy wasn't even enough for you to break a sweat. Want to go another round, Andre?"</b></p>Once he's sure that Sasha will be alright and he gives Aerys a squeeze and a kiss, Alton thumps Mal on the arm. "Hey, wouldn't be right to let the ladies do all the fighting. That guy wasn't even enough for you to break a sweat. Want to go another round, Andre?"First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T21:28:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=59#29162011-01-17T19:57:06Z2011-01-17T19:57:06Z<p>Mr. Devers grits he teeth, hands balled into fists at the turn about. <b>"Throw her an elbow!"</b></p>
<p>Face contorted in concentration, Aerys does just that and cracks Sasha in the side with a sharp elbow.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Unarmed Strike <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 - 1 ⇒ (11) + 6 - 1 = 16</span> power attack</span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc>dmg <span class="messageboard-dice">1d3 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 + 2 = 6</span></span></p>Mr. Devers grits he teeth, hands balled into fists at the turn about. "Throw her an elbow!"
Face contorted in concentration, Aerys does just that and cracks Sasha in the side with a sharp elbow.
Unarmed Strike [dice]1d20 + 6 - 1[/dice] power attack
dmg [dice]1d3 + 2 + 2[/dice]First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T19:57:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=59#29132011-01-17T19:39:49Z2011-01-17T19:39:49Z<p><b>"Shake her off 'Rys, you can take her!"</b></p>"Shake her off 'Rys, you can take her!"First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T19:39:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=58#28912011-01-17T17:56:49Z2011-01-17T17:56:49Z<p><b>"Looks like Derrek here's all fired up for a bout, Andre."</b></p>
<p>The first mate finishes wrapping the man's fists and you recognize it as the same tattooed punk who was hitting on Aerys at dinner just a few nights prior.</p>
<p><b>"Just try not to break his jaw,"</b> Alton laughs, <b>"He doesn't need any excuses not to answer when I give him an order!"</b></p>"Looks like Derrek here's all fired up for a bout, Andre."
The first mate finishes wrapping the man's fists and you recognize it as the same tattooed punk who was hitting on Aerys at dinner just a few nights prior.
"Just try not to break his jaw," Alton laughs, "He doesn't need any excuses not to answer when I give him an order!"First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-17T17:56:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=57#28032011-01-12T07:56:17Z2011-01-12T07:56:17Z<p>A hand thick with muscles claps the mouthy sailor on his shoulder so hard that he soaks his breeches in beer when he flinches.</p>
<p><b>"Careful there boy,"</b> Alton says, a predatory gleam in his eyes, <b>"I can swab the deck with you one-handed and half-asleep and <i>she</i> landed me a shiner when she couldn't even walk straight. Unless you want to be putting all your pay into gold teeth, you should probably pick an easier fight."</b></p>
<p>He takes one of the now half-empty tankards away from the man and points at the beer on the deck. <b>"Now swab that mess up and go hassle the figurehead before Mavato breaks your jaw."</b></p>
<p>As the lewd sailor slinks away, tail between his legs, the first mate pours the rest of the tankard out and then takes a seat opposite the two of you. <b>"Need to stay here and make sure that lout does his job. Mavato, nice job on the sheets today, interested in signing on as part of the crew? I–"</b> he hesitates, <b>"<i>we</i> could use a few more good sailors like you."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Justin:</b> If you want to RP any more of this, feel free to do so, otherwise, I'll just assume you spend dinner in pleasant conversation with Alton and Aerys with Alis and Gelik in your line-of-sight at another table some distance away.</span></p>A hand thick with muscles claps the mouthy sailor on his shoulder so hard that he soaks his breeches in beer when he flinches.
"Careful there boy," Alton says, a predatory gleam in his eyes, "I can swab the deck with you one-handed and half-asleep and she landed me a shiner when she couldn't even walk straight. Unless you want to be putting all your pay into gold teeth, you should probably pick an easier fight."
He takes one of the now half-empty tankards away from the man and points at the...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-12T07:56:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=56#27952011-01-12T06:49:57Z2011-01-12T06:49:57Z<p>The actions of the new passenger that the captain has latched onto generates more than a bit of gossip amongst the crew. From bawdy jokes to speculation over he's going to get hitched and drop anchor, most of the crew seems fairly obsessed with this new development.</p>
<p>For his part Mr. Devers merely grumbles more since this new distraction has left him shouldering more work than usual. Fortunately for him, his two best sailors, Aerys and Ishirou, being fairly stand-offish in their own right seem to be paying more attention to their duties than most.</p>
<p>In the hour or so before Vinzini has finished supper, Alton offers to show Mal the ropes explaining various terminology, how most lines are belayed rather than being tied-off, and how the crew goes about handling orders in unison. He also lets the big man take the helm for a bit so he can feel the strength of the sea currents in the rudder.</p>
<p>Seeing that the soldier's military mind easily grasps crew operations, Alton gives an approving nod and says, <b>"Train with me like this and by Light's End I'll have made a sailor out of you!"</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Ben:</b> Assuming you are interested, if you want to continue training with Alton, after about 8 hours of this, you'll gain a +1 bonus on Profession (sailor) checks and the ability to make such checks untrained.</span></p>The actions of the new passenger that the captain has latched onto generates more than a bit of gossip amongst the crew. From bawdy jokes to speculation over he's going to get hitched and drop anchor, most of the crew seems fairly obsessed with this new development.
For his part Mr. Devers merely grumbles more since this new distraction has left him shouldering more work than usual. Fortunately for him, his two best sailors, Aerys and Ishirou, being fairly stand-offish in their own right...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-12T06:49:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=56#27922011-01-11T19:25:43Z2011-01-11T19:25:43Z<p>Alton hesitates at Andre's remark, his reply catching in his throat for just a moment. Taking a deep breath, he looks up at the rigging before meeting the soldier's gaze. <b>"Aye. I am glad that Sister Sarah was willing and able to help her. She is a– fine sailor..."</b></p>Alton hesitates at Andre's remark, his reply catching in his throat for just a moment. Taking a deep breath, he looks up at the rigging before meeting the soldier's gaze. "Aye. I am glad that Sister Sarah was willing and able to help her. She is a– fine sailor..."First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-11T19:25:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=56#27852011-01-10T22:06:28Z2011-01-10T22:06:28Z<p>Sarah make her way up just in time to hear the first mate grumble something under his breath. He looks to the Captain who simply raises a hand indicating to get on with it.</p>
<p><b>"Tch... That's sloppy, <i>really damn sloppy</i>. Mavato, Ichirou, get that sheet down. McOwens!"</b> He points a meaty arm at the man near Aerys, <b>"You're gonna patch, fold, and stow that sail. After that, you're on KP duty for the next week!"</b></p>
<p>Alton remove his bandanna and runs his hands thru his hair, shaking out the sweat before tying it back in place. Upon seeing Andre he nods. <b>"Careless mistake sheered the mizzen. We've got a spare, but you have to punish crap like this if you don't want it to happen again."</b></p>
<p>Noting that Andre's guns are even bigger than his own, Alton gives a big grin and asks hopefully, <b>"Don't suppose you'd mind helping me haul the spare up from the forward hold, would you?"</b></p>Sarah make her way up just in time to hear the first mate grumble something under his breath. He looks to the Captain who simply raises a hand indicating to get on with it.
"Tch... That's sloppy, really damn sloppy. Mavato, Ichirou, get that sheet down. McOwens!" He points a meaty arm at the man near Aerys, "You're gonna patch, fold, and stow that sail. After that, you're on KP duty for the next week!"
Alton remove his bandanna and runs his hands thru his hair, shaking out the sweat before...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-10T22:06:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=56#27842011-01-27T18:50:39Z2011-01-10T22:05:54Z<p>The first mate grumbles something under his breath and looks to the Captain who simply raises a hand indicating to get on with it.</p>
<p><b>"Tch... That's sloppy, really damn sloppy. Mavato, Ichirou, get that sheet down. McOwens!"</b> He points and meaty arm at the man near Aerys, <b>"You're gonna patch, fold, and stow that sail. After that, you're on KP duty for the next week!"</b></p>
<p>Alton remove his bandanna and runs his hands thru his hair, shaking out the sweat before tying it back in place. Upon seeing Andre he nods. <b>"Careless mistake sheered the mizzen. We've got a spare, but you have to punish crap like this if you don't want it to happen again."</b></p>
<p>Noting that Andre's guns are even bigger than his own, Alton gives a big grin and asks hopefully, <b>"Don't suppose you'd mind helping me haul the spare up from the forward hold, would you?"</b></p>The first mate grumbles something under his breath and looks to the Captain who simply raises a hand indicating to get on with it.
"Tch... That's sloppy, really damn sloppy. Mavato, Ichirou, get that sheet down. McOwens!" He points and meaty arm at the man near Aerys, "You're gonna patch, fold, and stow that sail. After that, you're on KP duty for the next week!"
Alton remove his bandanna and runs his hands thru his hair, shaking out the sweat before tying it back in place. Upon seeing...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-10T22:05:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=56#27612011-01-09T07:02:29Z2011-01-09T07:02:29Z<p><b>"It's <i>Alton</i>, ma'am, but I understand. There's no need to go troubling her on my account. Please, forget I asked."</b></p>
<p>Upon seeing Ellie's approach, the first mate nods politely and returns to his duties.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"It's Alton, ma'am, but I understand. There's no need to go troubling her on my account. Please, forget I asked."
Upon seeing Ellie's approach, the first mate nods politely and returns to his duties.
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[Spoiler omitted]First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-09T07:02:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=56#27572011-01-08T08:30:56Z2011-01-08T08:30:56Z<p>A shadow falls across the two of you where you sit and you look up to see the first mate appraising you. He looks at the cards before Lisa, seemingly curious and squats down on the deck near you. Without taking his eyes off the cards, he says, <b>"Sister Sarah, I do not know what miracle you wrong, but that woman, Aerys is like girl reborn. There is a fire in her eyes now that was not there before. If I had a handful more sailors like her..."</b></p>
<p>He looks up in her direction momentarily, and seems surprised when he catches her gaze. Realizing that she's smiling with pride, he nods his approval before meeting Sarah's gaze, his face perhaps just a bit redder than a moment before.</p>
<p><b>"I will not ask what was entailed, only..."</b> he runs his hand down the mass of black girding his jaw, before leaning closer, <b>"<span class=tiny>do you know if she calls any man mate?</span>"</b></p>A shadow falls across the two of you where you sit and you look up to see the first mate appraising you. He looks at the cards before Lisa, seemingly curious and squats down on the deck near you. Without taking his eyes off the cards, he says, "Sister Sarah, I do not know what miracle you wrong, but that woman, Aerys is like girl reborn. There is a fire in her eyes now that was not there before. If I had a handful more sailors like her..."
He looks up in her direction momentarily, and seems...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-08T08:30:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=54#26822011-01-05T19:25:53Z2011-01-05T19:25:53Z<p>Alton gives a deep booming laugh at the short man's analysis of the situation. He calls out in loud voice, <b>"Andre, leave some for the rest of us. There's enough in the world for every man's need, but not for every man's greed!"</b></p>Alton gives a deep booming laugh at the short man's analysis of the situation. He calls out in loud voice, "Andre, leave some for the rest of us. There's enough in the world for every man's need, but not for every man's greed!"First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-05T19:25:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=54#26602011-01-05T05:21:59Z2011-01-05T05:21:59Z<p>The first mate looks up from helping a slight woman with long brown hair and spectacles up the gang plank. The burly man shoulders a trunk the woman has brought with her.</p>
<p><b>"Cap'n?"</b></p>The first mate looks up from helping a slight woman with long brown hair and spectacles up the gang plank. The burly man shoulders a trunk the woman has brought with her.
"Cap'n?"First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-05T05:21:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=53#26422011-01-04T18:51:48Z2011-01-04T18:51:48Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Justin:</b> Unless something special comes up, we can just handwave it. Nicely done btw.</span></p>
<p><b>"I am much obliged to you, Mother Sarah,"</b> Alton say, deriving equal parts amusement and anxiety from watching Gelik's performance. <b>"Perhaps save some of your treatments for the short fellow, he may need it more than I!"</b></p>Justin: Unless something special comes up, we can just handwave it. Nicely done btw.
"I am much obliged to you, Mother Sarah," Alton say, deriving equal parts amusement and anxiety from watching Gelik's performance. "Perhaps save some of your treatments for the short fellow, he may need it more than I!"First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-04T18:51:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=53#26052011-01-03T20:34:44Z2011-01-03T20:34:44Z<p><b>"HA!"</b> Alton gives a booming laugh that makes Aerys wince a bit. <b>"One man's dream is another man's prison. I will just say that to <i>this</i> man, I see a fellow with fortune better than most."</b></p>"HA!" Alton gives a booming laugh that makes Aerys wince a bit. "One man's dream is another man's prison. I will just say that to this man, I see a fellow with fortune better than most."First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-03T20:34:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=53#26022011-01-03T20:17:55Z2011-01-03T20:17:55Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>People know what magic is in this world. While most clerics are assumed to be able to heal, clerics of Kamína/Karmëa, Silenya/Syrene, Sumalya/Lyria, Corollairë/Keva, and Alcarienne/Alíta in particular are known for delivering care, comfort, and mercy in varying forms. They would be the most common individuals to become nurses or doctors.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Being as Sarah appears to have hailed from an Egyptian-like country (Loxphari), it is quite plausible for a nurse from that land to be a LG or LN cleric of Alíta. (The lawful aspect symbolizing what we today might consider the Hippocratic Oath.) This is why it was believable for Sarah to have been the caretaker of someone like Lisa who was passing herself off as a member of an organized crime syndicate.</span></p>
<p>At Sarah's offer to tend to his shiner, the dark man blushes a bit and says. <b>"Be in your debt, mum."</b></p>
<p>After hearing Andre's testimony over his wardog's prowess, he nods approvingly. <b>"In my country, Setenbor, horses are greatly prized. While working with them is never a skill I have developed,"</b> he gestures to the ship around you, <b>"I think perhaps one day when I have a wife I should like to ride and perhaps hunt."</b></p>
<p>When Andre mentions dealing with his wife and mother-in-law, Alton gives a broad smile. <b>"I think I would say it is a <i>good</i> problem to have."</b></p>
<p>He sops up some gravy with a piece of bread and points in the direction of the galley upstairs. <b>"Without women, all the jewels and gold in the world would have no meaning."</b></p>People know what magic is in this world. While most clerics are assumed to be able to heal, clerics of Kamína/Karmëa, Silenya/Syrene, Sumalya/Lyria, Corollairë/Keva, and Alcarienne/Alíta in particular are known for delivering care, comfort, and mercy in varying forms. They would be the most common individuals to become nurses or doctors.
Being as Sarah appears to have hailed from an Egyptian-like country (Loxphari), it is quite plausible for a nurse from that land to be a LG or LN cleric of...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-03T20:17:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=52#25992011-01-03T19:57:30Z2011-01-03T19:57:30Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Justin:</b> Go ahead and add a +2 circumstance bonus to that Diplomacy check as a sort of AA bonus from Mal. EDIT: NM, I'll just factor it in. Stupid site is so damned slow today...</span></p>
<p>Alton nods to Mal appreciatively after he places the meal on the small desk in Aerys' cabin. <b>"You have a beautiful wife, and her mother is a fine woman too. It seems you have done well for yourself, my friend. Tell me, your wardog... I hear the Malatestans bred them for battle from the stock of wolves. This is the first time I have seen one myself, she seems quite intelligent. Can she hunt also?"</b></p>Justin: Go ahead and add a +2 circumstance bonus to that Diplomacy check as a sort of AA bonus from Mal. EDIT: NM, I'll just factor it in. Stupid site is so damned slow today...
Alton nods to Mal appreciatively after he places the meal on the small desk in Aerys' cabin. "You have a beautiful wife, and her mother is a fine woman too. It seems you have done well for yourself, my friend. Tell me, your wardog... I hear the Malatestans bred them for battle from the stock of wolves. This is the...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-03T19:57:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=52#25942011-01-03T18:51:26Z2011-01-03T18:51:26Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>By 'you girls' I'm assuming Sarah means Ellie and her older sisters, since Lisa appears to be in her 50s and at least a few years older than Sarah.</span></p>
<p>With the captain's leave, Alton leads Sarah to Aerys' cabin. Before he lets her in he quietly warns her, <b>"<span class=tiny>She's got a mean left hook. If you need a hand, I'll be taking my supper at the table out here.</span>"</b></p>
<p><b>"'Rys, coming in. Got someone here to see you..."</b></p>By 'you girls' I'm assuming Sarah means Ellie and her older sisters, since Lisa appears to be in her 50s and at least a few years older than Sarah.
With the captain's leave, Alton leads Sarah to Aerys' cabin. Before he lets her in he quietly warns her, "She's got a mean left hook. If you need a hand, I'll be taking my supper at the table out here."
"'Rys, coming in. Got someone here to see you..."First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-03T18:51:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=52#25852011-01-03T16:46:23Z2011-01-03T16:46:23Z<p>First Mate Devers furrows his brow looking between Mal, and his Captain, pointedly ignoring the red-head.</p>
<p><b>"Cap'n, I've never had a problem disciplining a member of the crew,"</b> he says without pride or enjoyment, <b>"but for one, she's not a regular, and for another, <span class=tiny>I don't believe in striking a woman</span>."</b></p>First Mate Devers furrows his brow looking between Mal, and his Captain, pointedly ignoring the red-head.
"Cap'n, I've never had a problem disciplining a member of the crew," he says without pride or enjoyment, "but for one, she's not a regular, and for another, I don't believe in striking a woman."First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-03T16:46:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=51#25442011-01-01T19:54:32Z2011-01-01T19:54:32Z<p>For about four hours, the <i>White Pearl</i> remains port. During this time, some of the fruit and wine you took on in Colottina along with cargo from prior ports is unloaded while fresh provisions are brought on board. While you wouldn't go so far as to say that it is hot, you certainly have no need for long sleeves or multiple layers of clothing.</p>
<p>While here, Aerys takes about two hours of leave returning to the ship only with the assistance of First Mate Devers. <b>"Constable found her making a racket outside Whiskey Will's Cap'n but they don't open afore noon. She seems bad sick without a drink in 'er don't know what we're gonna do if'n she keeps this up."</b></p>For about four hours, the White Pearl remains port. During this time, some of the fruit and wine you took on in Colottina along with cargo from prior ports is unloaded while fresh provisions are brought on board. While you wouldn't go so far as to say that it is hot, you certainly have no need for long sleeves or multiple layers of clothing.
While here, Aerys takes about two hours of leave returning to the ship only with the assistance of First Mate Devers. "Constable found her making a...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2011-01-01T19:54:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [PbP] Wardove's Rumble in the JungleFirst Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)https://paizo.com/campaigns/WardovesRumbleInTheJungle/gameplay&page=51#25012010-12-30T05:59:16Z2010-12-30T05:59:16Z<p>A barrel-chest sailor who has all the looks of a pirate, with a bushy black beard, a patch over one eye, a bandanna constraining a mane of wavy black hair, and a gold loop in his ear turns at the name. His skin has been bronzed by countless days at sea, although judging by his features and the amount of dark hair on his chest and arms, you suspect he hails from Setenbor and must have been at least as dark as the Golden Drakes.</p>
<p>In a surprisingly clear accent compared to the gypsies now impersonating you, he answers, <b>"AWAITING YOUR ORDERS, CAP'N!"</b></p>A barrel-chest sailor who has all the looks of a pirate, with a bushy black beard, a patch over one eye, a bandanna constraining a mane of wavy black hair, and a gold loop in his ear turns at the name. His skin has been bronzed by countless days at sea, although judging by his features and the amount of dark hair on his chest and arms, you suspect he hails from Setenbor and must have been at least as dark as the Golden Drakes.
In a surprisingly clear accent compared to the gypsies now...First Mate Alton Devers (alias of Laithoron)2010-12-30T05:59:16Z