paizo.com Recent Posts by downrightamazedpaizo.com Recent Posts by downrightamazed2024-03-07T23:51:41Z2024-03-07T23:51:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1452013-09-17T18:53:33Z2013-09-17T18:53:33Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Responded.</span></p>Responded.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-17T18:53:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Seer's Journey OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=37#18422013-09-16T20:11:39Z2013-09-16T20:11:39Z<p>If anyone is interested, I just spun up an <a href="http://theexploredland.wikia.com/wiki/TheExploredLand_Wiki" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>official wiki for this erstwhile campaign setting</b></a>, and all the games in it. I'll add as I'm able, feel free to contribute things in the meantime.</p>
<p>Kudos to Dave for the suggestion.</p>If anyone is interested, I just spun up an official wiki for this erstwhile campaign setting, and all the games in it. I'll add as I'm able, feel free to contribute things in the meantime.
Kudos to Dave for the suggestion.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-16T20:11:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=43#21492013-09-17T00:47:22Z2013-09-16T20:08:19Z<p>Also also; I just spun up an <a href="http://theexploredland.wikia.com/wiki/TheExploredLand_Wiki" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>official wiki for this erstwhile campaign setting</b></a>, and all the games in it. I'll add as I'm able, feel free to contribute things in the meantime.</p>
<p>Kudos to Dave for the suggestion.</p>Also also; I just spun up an official wiki for this erstwhile campaign setting, and all the games in it. I'll add as I'm able, feel free to contribute things in the meantime.
Kudos to Dave for the suggestion.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-16T20:08:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mists of War OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=30#14832013-09-16T20:05:15Z2013-09-16T20:05:15Z<p><a href="http://theexploredland.wikia.com/wiki/TheExploredLand_Wiki" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Whoomp! There it is.</b></a></p>Whoomp! There it is.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-16T20:05:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mists of War OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=30#14822013-09-16T19:33:19Z2013-09-16T19:33:19Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Dave Herman wrote:</div><blockquote> ...DRA should make us all a wiki for this campaign. Who's with me on this? </blockquote><p>That IS a really great idea. No idea how to do one properly, tho; I suppose I need a domain first. Lemme see what's out there for easy-peasey Wiki hosting. I'm willing to bet I've a plethora of options, these days.Dave Herman wrote:...DRA should make us all a wiki for this campaign. Who's with me on this?
That IS a really great idea. No idea how to do one properly, tho; I suppose I need a domain first. Lemme see what's out there for easy-peasey Wiki hosting. I'm willing to bet I've a plethora of options, these days.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-16T19:33:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=43#21482013-09-16T19:30:04Z2013-09-16T19:30:04Z<p>Also! Don't know if you heard, but GenCon had just over 49,000 unique attendees this year. How awesome is that?! Some of us were betting it'd hit 50k, and damn if it didn't come close. That's an increase of 8,000 over last year!</p>Also! Don't know if you heard, but GenCon had just over 49,000 unique attendees this year. How awesome is that?! Some of us were betting it'd hit 50k, and damn if it didn't come close. That's an increase of 8,000 over last year!DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-16T19:30:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=43#21472013-09-16T19:21:53Z2013-09-16T19:21:53Z<p>Good heavens. </p>
<p>Pardon my brief absence; due to some circumstances too silly and convoluted to bother recounting here, I'm really really swamped through the 22nd, plus the ol' day job is strangely busy, so fitting posts in is gonna be very difficult for me until the 23rd. I will at least untangle all this spaghetti above me as soon as I can, though. I don't want any fragging incidents getting hidden in the chase scene. ;-)</p>Good heavens.
Pardon my brief absence; due to some circumstances too silly and convoluted to bother recounting here, I'm really really swamped through the 22nd, plus the ol' day job is strangely busy, so fitting posts in is gonna be very difficult for me until the 23rd. I will at least untangle all this spaghetti above me as soon as I can, though. I don't want any fragging incidents getting hidden in the chase scene. ;-)DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-16T19:21:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=33#16382013-09-16T19:16:35Z2013-09-16T19:16:35Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote> Actually, I spotted Dan his first round a$$beating in order to activate magic item and not full attack him on round one. </blockquote><p>•shrug• Let it loose, hoss. Don't hold back on my account. Tough luck for me for being so close when you decided to unload. Also, if I go down right away, saves me from having to actually stat up a 13/5 PC for two rounds of combat.Steven T. Helt wrote:Actually, I spotted Dan his first round a$$beating in order to activate magic item and not full attack him on round one.
*shrug* Let it loose, hoss. Don't hold back on my account. Tough luck for me for being so close when you decided to unload. Also, if I go down right away, saves me from having to actually stat up a 13/5 PC for two rounds of combat.The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-16T19:16:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Seer's Journey OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=37#18372013-09-12T15:15:17Z2013-09-12T15:15:17Z<p>Nope, I saw it. 'S all good.</p>Nope, I saw it. 'S all good.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-12T15:15:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Seer's Journey OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=37#18292013-09-11T05:05:04Z2013-09-11T05:05:04Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Sir Justahl of NeoWald wrote:</div><blockquote> Did we ever actually SEE the Baron die? Did he leave a corpse? </blockquote><p>You <i>definitely</i> saw him die.Sir Justahl of NeoWald wrote:Did we ever actually SEE the Baron die? Did he leave a corpse?
You definitely saw him die.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-11T05:05:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=75#37142013-09-11T03:33:37Z2013-09-11T03:33:37Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>You wouldn't have seen them with the way the shop is set up, but it's a safe bet you'd hear Maiathreen yelling his warning.</span></p>You wouldn't have seen them with the way the shop is set up, but it's a safe bet you'd hear Maiathreen yelling his warning.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-11T03:33:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42352013-09-11T03:22:21Z2013-09-11T03:22:21Z<p><b>@Hurin: </b>
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The guard looks baffled. "<b>...<i>darker</i>?</b>"
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The other one kicks awkwardly at him from his position on the ground. "<b>He means like duergar, dummy. Dark Dwarves.</b>" As comprehension dawns on his fellow, this guard looks up at you. "<b>Nah, he ain't a duergar; he's a southerner. From Dambulla, he sez. Looks it, too; I met a couple of the old Stonelords back in the day and he's got the same complexion as 'em.</b>"</p>@Hurin:
The guard looks baffled. "...darker?"
The other one kicks awkwardly at him from his position on the ground. "He means like duergar, dummy. Dark Dwarves." As comprehension dawns on his fellow, this guard looks up at you. "Nah, he ain't a duergar; he's a southerner. From Dambulla, he sez. Looks it, too; I met a couple of the old Stonelords back in the day and he's got the same complexion as 'em."DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-11T03:22:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=75#37102013-09-10T22:51:51Z2013-09-10T22:51:51Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T22:51:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=75#37092013-09-10T22:45:29Z2013-09-10T22:45:29Z<p><b>@Azami and @Kyras:</b> the two of you step cautiously out into the alley. You are, unfortunately, in the wealthy Art District. The nearest possible safe zones are the City Houses of Clan Sera and Clan Shoto, the door to either of which lies about 130' away.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Kyras' Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (9) + 10 = 19</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>Don't look now, Red, but it seems we're having our own little state dinner, complete with unwanted guests.</b>" The Warbanian gives a wry grin and jerks his head in a quick half-nod upward, where Azami sees a pair of tall, slim winged people (elves?) and the dark-skinned wood elf with the strange speech patterns from before, at the confrontation around the magnifying glass. It looks like at least two of them have caught site of Azami and Kyras.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Mai is up.</span></p>@Azami and @Kyras: the two of you step cautiously out into the alley. You are, unfortunately, in the wealthy Art District. The nearest possible safe zones are the City Houses of Clan Sera and Clan Shoto, the door to either of which lies about 130' away.
Kyras' Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
"Don't look now, Red, but it seems we're having our own little state dinner, complete with unwanted guests." The Warbanian gives a wry grin and jerks his head in a quick half-nod upward, where Azami...DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T22:45:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=75#37082013-09-10T22:39:29Z2013-09-10T22:39:29Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Livain and Belsarious:</b> if you two are holding your actions, please say so, otherwise I am going to assume you're just doing nothing on your turn. Since this is PvP I want to be super vigilant against "casual actions", like "oh, yeah, I totally would have done [some thing], I just didn't mention it."</span></p>Livain and Belsarious: if you two are holding your actions, please say so, otherwise I am going to assume you're just doing nothing on your turn. Since this is PvP I want to be super vigilant against "casual actions", like "oh, yeah, I totally would have done [some thing], I just didn't mention it."DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T22:39:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=75#37072013-09-10T22:37:38Z2013-09-10T22:37:38Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>To help Isaac out, Azami is gonna hold until his turn, then the two of them will head out together. This puts our initiative order like so:
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Belsarious: 26
<br />
Livain: 21
<br />
Azami: (18)
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Kyras: 18
<br />
Mai: 15
<br />
Aylaeth: 8
<br />
Damian: 8</span></p>To help Isaac out, Azami is gonna hold until his turn, then the two of them will head out together. This puts our initiative order like so:
Belsarious: 26
Livain: 21
Azami: (18)
Kyras: 18
Mai: 15
Aylaeth: 8
Damian: 8DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T22:37:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=75#37042013-09-10T21:49:25Z2013-09-10T21:49:25Z<p>Belsarious is not able to locate Kyras yet, but keeps his sharp eyes open.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Azami is up.</span></p>Belsarious is not able to locate Kyras yet, but keeps his sharp eyes open.
Azami is up.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T21:49:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Seer's Journey OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=37#18212013-09-10T19:22:46Z2013-09-10T19:22:46Z<p>The metallum fragment would, actually, fit in Jorzan's haversack, but regardless of who has it, Nasmarra fully intends to demolish the mothermind. So whether she's doing it magically, psychically, or with a fragment of its own self, she's there, and her intentions toward it are not good.</p>The metallum fragment would, actually, fit in Jorzan's haversack, but regardless of who has it, Nasmarra fully intends to demolish the mothermind. So whether she's doing it magically, psychically, or with a fragment of its own self, she's there, and her intentions toward it are not good.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T19:22:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Seer's Journey OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=37#18202013-09-10T19:21:30Z2013-09-10T19:21:30Z<p>I won't lie, I love that the baron is haunting this thread.</p>I won't lie, I love that the baron is haunting this thread.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T19:21:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1372013-09-10T19:44:18Z2013-09-10T19:19:01Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Pechora is a town about a week southwest of Inta. It was the Baron had a sanctum of sorts, and had the whole populace Enthralled. It is where Kelne, Justahl, and the others finally destroyed him. Unrelatedly, it is also where Nurianna dropped off that big book for Professor Vask.</span></p>Pechora is a town about a week southwest of Inta. It was the Baron had a sanctum of sorts, and had the whole populace Enthralled. It is where Kelne, Justahl, and the others finally destroyed him. Unrelatedly, it is also where Nurianna dropped off that big book for Professor Vask.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T19:19:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42322013-09-10T19:12:04Z2013-09-10T19:12:04Z<p><b>@Jorzan/Zan: </b>The two side rooms are indeed clear. Some detritus in them tells you they are probably usually used for storage; there is very little dust, but there are slivers and wood shavings, dirt from boots, and other signs of frequent traffic.</p>
<p>Heading down the corridor, you see that it goes for another 80' or so and then turns sharp left. There is a dull red-orange glow, like firelight, on the walls, and you can hear the sound of miners working faintly in the near distance.</p>@Jorzan/Zan: The two side rooms are indeed clear. Some detritus in them tells you they are probably usually used for storage; there is very little dust, but there are slivers and wood shavings, dirt from boots, and other signs of frequent traffic.
Heading down the corridor, you see that it goes for another 80' or so and then turns sharp left. There is a dull red-orange glow, like firelight, on the walls, and you can hear the sound of miners working faintly in the near distance.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T19:12:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42312013-09-10T19:08:40Z2013-09-10T19:08:40Z<p><b>@Gul, @Kelne, @Nasmarra: </b>The mothermind flails listlessly in the face of Nasmarra's wrath. <b><i>::we WE did not...we...we must EAT we must MUST we have to or will DIE we are not we WE please spare US we beg we will LEAVE WILL LEAVE we promise::</i></b> Its attempts at communication are devolving into a useless jumble of images and impressions and ideas.</p>@Gul, @Kelne, @Nasmarra: The mothermind flails listlessly in the face of Nasmarra's wrath. ::we WE did not...we...we must EAT we must MUST we have to or will DIE we are not we WE please spare US we beg we will LEAVE WILL LEAVE we promise:: Its attempts at communication are devolving into a useless jumble of images and impressions and ideas.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T19:08:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42302013-09-10T19:03:34Z2013-09-10T19:03:34Z<p>"<b>Huh? Shining Man, I don't know what's happening! Where's everyone going? What are we...what are we doing?</b>"</p>"Huh? Shining Man, I don't know what's happening! Where's everyone going? What are we...what are we doing?"Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T19:03:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42292013-09-10T19:02:49Z2013-09-10T19:02:49Z<p><b>@Hurin: </b>As you are binding the guards, one of them gives you a surprised look. "<b>P-poison?! What? Come on, we're going willingly, is that really necessary?</b>"</p>
<p>The other guard is giving you a flinty look. "<b>And...hey...why are you doing this, anyway? What's with the kid? Aren't you dwarves all in the same boat? Axegrinder's always talking about how the Dragon Dust will let Dwarves "take back what is theirs", shouldn't you be <i>helping</i> us?</b>"</p>@Hurin: As you are binding the guards, one of them gives you a surprised look. "P-poison?! What? Come on, we're going willingly, is that really necessary?"
The other guard is giving you a flinty look. "And...hey...why are you doing this, anyway? What's with the kid? Aren't you dwarves all in the same boat? Axegrinder's always talking about how the Dragon Dust will let Dwarves "take back what is theirs", shouldn't you be helping us?"DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T19:02:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=75#37022013-09-10T18:16:35Z2013-09-10T18:16:35Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Initiative order is:</b>
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Belsarious: 26
<br />
Azami: 22
<br />
Livain: 21
<br />
Kyras: 18
<br />
Mai: 15
<br />
Aylaeth: 8
<br />
Damian: 8</span></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Belsarious is up! Bel, I know you're flying, what are you doing, precisely?</span></p>Initiative order is:
Belsarious: 26
Azami: 22
Livain: 21
Kyras: 18
Mai: 15
Aylaeth: 8
Damian: 8
[Spoiler omitted]
Belsarious is up! Bel, I know you're flying, what are you doing, precisely?DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T18:16:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=43#21022013-09-10T18:13:28Z2013-09-10T18:13:28Z<p><b>Initiative order is:</b>
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Belsarious: 26
<br />
Azami: 22
<br />
Livain: 21
<br />
Kyras: 18
<br />
Mai: 15
<br />
Aylaeth: 8
<br />
Damian: 8</p>Initiative order is:
Belsarious: 26
Azami: 22
Livain: 21
Kyras: 18
Mai: 15
Aylaeth: 8
Damian: 8DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T18:13:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=43#21012013-09-10T18:11:38Z2013-09-10T18:11:38Z<p>Other initiatives:
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Kyras: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18</span>
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Damian: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8</span>
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Bel: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26</span></p>Other initiatives:
Kyras: [dice]1d20+4[/dice]
Damian: [dice]1d20+3[/dice]
Bel: [dice]1d20+6[/dice]DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T18:11:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=29#14442013-09-10T17:44:25Z2013-09-10T17:44:25Z<p><i>"<b>Borodin, did you not hear what I just said. This is not your fight. You will depart with the pathfinders. If you refuse to attend them, then all I have done, all we have worked for, will be for naught. I thought you more disciplined than to let battle-lust cloud your mind. Yours is the greater quest, for our time here is done. This entire time is done. You go to aid in the creation of a better future. Now, LEAVE! Do NOT disobey me aGAIN!</b>"</i></p>
<p><i>The Cog then turns to the Dragon Lord. "<b>Nikolai, your faithless and hateful soul is not capable of grasping what is happening here. All we have done has led to this moment, it is the only outcome. What was built was a lie; a parasitic vine strangling the great tree of time, a pebble in the perfect clockwork meta-machine built by the Master to keep the Great Cogs turning and ticking. It must be destroyed, and to do so is the apotheosis of all our existences. It is exACTly what Verik and I have fought for, not this barbarous mockery you insist on parading before us as "the lands" or "civilization". What you rule over is a burned-out husk, a poor facsimile, the ruined memory of an empty promise.</b>"</i></p>
<p><i>Everything the Cog says is stated as an utter fact, and spoken with the sureness of the truly faithful. "<b>The lands will not go to Choral, because the lands will not exist. Choral will not exist. And as for being damned, well...</b>" he looks around the room, his gazing sweeping over Jemini and Verik and stopping on the Dragon Lord himself, "<b>...that happened a long time ago. For what were these last decades, Nikolai, if not Hell?</b>"</i></p>"Borodin, did you not hear what I just said. This is not your fight. You will depart with the pathfinders. If you refuse to attend them, then all I have done, all we have worked for, will be for naught. I thought you more disciplined than to let battle-lust cloud your mind. Yours is the greater quest, for our time here is done. This entire time is done. You go to aid in the creation of a better future. Now, LEAVE! Do NOT disobey me aGAIN!"
The Cog then turns to the Dragon Lord. "Nikolai,...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T17:44:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1352013-09-10T18:52:11Z2013-09-10T17:28:21Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tanith wrote:</div><blockquote>Was the rest of the building in this sort of disrepair/dustiness? Was Inta within the Baron's ruling area?</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>The answers are "no" and "sort of". Inta is an active outpost, so there are no signs of neglect/dustiness except here in the Baron's quarters and other places where only he was allowed to go. Inta was not within the Baron's territory of Ormiria, but he was known to have other outposts that he ran and/or ruled here and there on the map, most in the northern latitudes. Pechora and Inta both fall under this category.</span>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tanith wrote:</div><blockquote>Is this also a known place that the Baron had lodgings? Or is it surprising to be in Inta? Was there any sign of heraldry? There's Stol - were there many other servants or soldiers visible? Or signs of the passage of servants/people/soldiers (i.e., footprints in the snow, sounds in the hall, etc.)</blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc><ul><li>Yes (see above)
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<li>The Crest of Ormiria (heraldry; Baron, victorious, one leg up on a defeated white dragon, celebratory dwarves holding flags and gifts against a field argent)
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<li>Yes (Dave is correct about the number of soldiers)
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<li>Yes, you would have seen lots of peasants going about their business, also trappers, woodsman, and miners
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The answers are "no" and "sort of". Inta is an active outpost, so there are no signs of neglect/dustiness except here in the Baron's quarters and other places where only he was allowed to go. Inta was not within the Baron's territory of Ormiria, but he was known to have other outposts that he ran and/or ruled here and there on the map, most in the northern latitudes....DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T17:28:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1342013-09-10T18:52:13Z2013-09-10T17:08:45Z<p><b>Tanith and Baron: </b>[Spoiler omitted] <span class=messageboard-ooc>Inta and Pechora both look like larger versions of <a href="http://civilwartalk.com/attachments/02131-jpg.8962/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Fort Michilimackinac</b></a>, of which <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=fort+michilimackinac&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=5E8vUpyPGe-s2AXt-ID4Dw&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1447&bih=872" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>more images here</b>.</a></span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>As for the Baron's residence, Dave is pretty spot-on in comparing it to a manse, only it'd be bigger and have more secret passages and guest rooms; the Baron would want guests under his thumb and watchful eyes. So if you could imagine a somewhat shrunk-down version of <a href="http://www.cs.bu.edu/~crovella/tp-trip/salish.gif" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>the Great Northern in Twin Peaks</b></a>, that's really close to what it's like.</span></p>Tanith and Baron: [Spoiler omitted] Inta and Pechora both look like larger versions of Fort Michilimackinac, of which more images here.
As for the Baron's residence, Dave is pretty spot-on in comparing it to a manse, only it'd be bigger and have more secret passages and guest rooms; the Baron would want guests under his thumb and watchful eyes. So if you could imagine a somewhat shrunk-down version of the Great Northern in Twin Peaks, that's really close to what it's like.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T17:08:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1332013-09-10T16:58:17Z2013-09-10T16:58:17Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Min Bein'Meleth Rámalóce wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Min held back a sigh, he'd have to approach this a different way. <b><span class=tiny>"So... Chrugz, who are your enemies? Who does your company actively oppose?"</b></span>
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</blockquote><p>Chrugz shrugs again. "<b>WHOEVER WE'RE PAID TUH. IF WE B'AINT GETTIN' PAID THEN TANNER WOULD ALWAYS SAY 'HELP THEM 'AT CAN'T HELP THEMSELVES'.</b>"Min Bein'Meleth Rámalóce wrote:Min held back a sigh, he'd have to approach this a different way. "So... Chrugz, who are your enemies? Who does your company actively oppose?"
Chrugz shrugs again. "WHOEVER WE'RE PAID TUH. IF WE B'AINT GETTIN' PAID THEN TANNER WOULD ALWAYS SAY 'HELP THEM 'AT CAN'T HELP THEMSELVES'."DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-10T16:58:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Seer's Journey OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=37#18062013-09-06T20:32:05Z2013-09-06T20:32:05Z<p>No need for initiative; let's just keep this moving. I'm gonna handwave Gul's gaze attack was set to an effect Justahl's aura keeps him and those around immune to. VERY interested to see how this discussion progresses...</p>No need for initiative; let's just keep this moving. I'm gonna handwave Gul's gaze attack was set to an effect Justahl's aura keeps him and those around immune to. VERY interested to see how this discussion progresses...DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T20:32:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42122013-09-06T20:30:04Z2013-09-06T20:30:04Z<p>All of Gul's senses suddenly come flooding back, and he sees he is in a corridor — an upper corridor, judging by the stonework — and there is one guard on either side of him. Before him stands a Paladin of Izmir, whose holy aura must be protecting both him and his companion next to him <span class=messageboard-ooc>(that would be Kelne — Jorzan and Zan are also protected, but would be behind Gul, so I don't think he'd be aware of them yet.)</span>, but <i>not</i> the guards, who are both stricken with confusion and hold their heads in pain.</p>
<p>Under the cloak is a creature hunched over on goatlike legs and possessed of a featureless face, save for a large eye ringed by fangs. </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>All of Gul's senses suddenly come flooding back, and he sees he is in a corridor -- an upper corridor, judging by the stonework -- and there is one guard on either side of him. Before him stands a Paladin of Izmir, whose holy aura must be protecting both him and his companion next to him (that would be Kelne -- Jorzan and Zan are also protected, but would be behind Gul, so I don't think he'd be aware of them yet.), but not the guards, who are both stricken with confusion and hold their heads...DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T20:30:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=74#36882013-09-06T20:18:18Z2013-09-06T20:18:18Z<p><b>@Azami (and @Kyras):</b>The old woman peers up at Azami. "<b>Ah. Well. That would explain <i>him</i>, then.</b>" She points back into a shadowy corner where Inspector Cho — or what is left of him — lurks in the darkness, his eyes obscured by his soaking-wet shock of hair that hangs limply forward. He does not move. He does not breathe. "<b>It is only ours to await the other two. I believe I know who they will be.</b>" She turns around, nodding, to the others in the room, and they all nod sagely back.</p>
<p>"<b>Now, warrior, to you, I am charged to deliver this message; '<i>The palace is built on a foundation of lies. Go to the bamboo forest, walk among the pines. See with your heart, not with your eyes</i>.</b>" Milky old eyes meet your own clear grey ones. Then the old lady speaks again. "<b>I would send the Dragonborn north to Stonegard, but it is too late for that. You must see him to the island, and you must get out of here. The State Dinner is not for you. If the three prongs are already on display, it is far too late. Pack what you can and go.</b>"</p>@Azami (and @Kyras):The old woman peers up at Azami. "Ah. Well. That would explain him, then." She points back into a shadowy corner where Inspector Cho -- or what is left of him -- lurks in the darkness, his eyes obscured by his soaking-wet shock of hair that hangs limply forward. He does not move. He does not breathe. "It is only ours to await the other two. I believe I know who they will be." She turns around, nodding, to the others in the room, and they all nod sagely back.
"Now,...DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T20:18:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=29#14382013-09-06T19:38:59Z2013-09-06T19:38:59Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Whoops. Forgot to do this: Initiative - <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7</span></span></p>Whoops. Forgot to do this: Initiative - [dice]1d20+4[/dice]The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T19:38:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42082013-09-06T19:35:23Z2013-09-06T19:35:23Z<p>One of the guards notes Gul's hand moving. He gives Kelne and Jorzan a wide-eyed look. "<b>Seriously, friends, you let that thing take that helm off, and all hell is gonna break loose here.</b>"</p>One of the guards notes Gul's hand moving. He gives Kelne and Jorzan a wide-eyed look. "Seriously, friends, you let that thing take that helm off, and all hell is gonna break loose here."DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T19:35:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1142013-09-07T08:50:10Z2013-09-06T19:33:19Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>You better. Tanith del Covas does <i>not</i> like to be kept waiting.</span></p>You better. Tanith del Covas does not like to be kept waiting.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T19:33:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=42#20752013-09-06T19:25:35Z2013-09-06T19:25:35Z<p>Mists updated with a post for Wei.</p>Mists updated with a post for Wei.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T19:25:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=70#34632013-09-06T19:25:11Z2013-09-06T19:25:11Z<p><b>@Wei: </b>When you arrive at the palace, the little bird hops up onto your forearm, and again you hear the tiny singing/speaking voice of Swift, who you now know to be in the form of a bird: "<i>...thank you, brother, for this you shall be rewarded by the very city itself...now I must fly...I do hope we meet again...</i>" and with that the Swift flies high, high up to the highest tower of the palace, eventually disappearing from your sight.</p>@Wei: When you arrive at the palace, the little bird hops up onto your forearm, and again you hear the tiny singing/speaking voice of Swift, who you now know to be in the form of a bird: "...thank you, brother, for this you shall be rewarded by the very city itself...now I must fly...I do hope we meet again..." and with that the Swift flies high, high up to the highest tower of the palace, eventually disappearing from your sight.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T19:25:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=70#34622013-09-06T19:20:47Z2013-09-06T19:20:47Z<p><b>@Urk and @Imuri: </b>Bethany glares at the Shoto lord, but is silent.</p>@Urk and @Imuri: Bethany glares at the Shoto lord, but is silent.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T19:20:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1122013-09-06T18:13:35Z2013-09-06T18:13:35Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Min Bein'Meleth Rámalóce wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=tiny>"<b>...Do you know what I am talking about?"</b></span> </blockquote><p>Chrugz shrugs. "<b>NO</b>"Min Bein'Meleth Rámalóce wrote:"...Do you know what I am talking about?"
Chrugz shrugs. "NO"DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T18:13:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=42#20702013-09-06T18:10:45Z2013-09-06T18:10:45Z<p>So, Mai said "there's an army coming", and Lin said "I'll get Min", and now we're talking about party outfits?! Well. Gotta have one's priorities straight, I guess. ;-)</p>
<p>Srsly though, is Lin going into the palace to fetch her companion(s), or what? Is anyone gonna try to contact Damian and Aylaeth? It's a convenient narrative excuse to get to be part of the kerfuffle that's bound to occur when/if Damian meets Kyras.</p>So, Mai said "there's an army coming", and Lin said "I'll get Min", and now we're talking about party outfits?! Well. Gotta have one's priorities straight, I guess. ;-)
Srsly though, is Lin going into the palace to fetch her companion(s), or what? Is anyone gonna try to contact Damian and Aylaeth? It's a convenient narrative excuse to get to be part of the kerfuffle that's bound to occur when/if Damian meets Kyras.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T18:10:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Legacy of Marianasu OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=42#20692013-09-06T18:03:45Z2013-09-06T18:03:45Z<p>Shameless plug; if any of you are into euro-style metal music, my metal band, Magma Dragon, has just <a href="http://magmadragon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>released another new song; "Chaotic Evil Outsider"</b></a>.</p>Shameless plug; if any of you are into euro-style metal music, my metal band, Magma Dragon, has just released another new song; "Chaotic Evil Outsider".DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T18:03:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mists of War OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=30#14752013-09-06T18:19:48Z2013-09-06T18:02:08Z<p>Shameless plug; if any of you are into euro-style metal music, my metal band, Magma Dragon, has just <a href="http://magmadragon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>released another new song; "Chaotic Evil Outsider"</b></a>.</p>Shameless plug; if any of you are into euro-style metal music, my metal band, Magma Dragon, has just released another new song; "Chaotic Evil Outsider".DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T18:02:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Seer's Journey OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=37#18052013-09-06T18:01:33Z2013-09-06T18:01:33Z<p>Shameless plug; if any of you are into euro-style metal music, my metal band, Magma Dragon, has just <a href="http://magmadragon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>released another new song; "Chaotic Evil Outsider"</b></a>.</p>Shameless plug; if any of you are into euro-style metal music, my metal band, Magma Dragon, has just released another new song; "Chaotic Evil Outsider".DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T18:01:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42052013-09-06T17:59:14Z2013-09-06T17:59:14Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:59:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42042013-09-06T17:55:29Z2013-09-06T17:55:29Z<p><b>@Gul: </b>For some reason, you have stopped. You can sort of <i>feel</i> the presence of the guards still standing next to you, but there is something else, as well...something <i>more</i>.</p>@Gul: For some reason, you have stopped. You can sort of feel the presence of the guards still standing next to you, but there is something else, as well...something more.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:55:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=85#42032013-09-06T17:53:17Z2013-09-06T17:53:17Z<p>The guards had just been exchanging a knowing glance, no doubt planning to rush Kelne, or at least split up — with one holding off the northman and one going for help — when Jorzan and Zan make their appearance, freezing them in their tracks. Both hold still, then slowly raise their hands, dropping their polearms. One of them speaks slowly and distinctly. "<b>You. Are making. A <i>huge</i>. Mistake. You want this creep?</b>" he indicates their cloaked and helm'd prisoner with a sideways dip of his head, "<b>He's all yours. But don't say I didn't warn you.</b>"</p>The guards had just been exchanging a knowing glance, no doubt planning to rush Kelne, or at least split up -- with one holding off the northman and one going for help -- when Jorzan and Zan make their appearance, freezing them in their tracks. Both hold still, then slowly raise their hands, dropping their polearms. One of them speaks slowly and distinctly. "You. Are making. A huge. Mistake. You want this creep?" he indicates their cloaked and helm'd prisoner with a sideways dip of his head,...DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:53:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=74#36872013-09-06T17:44:05Z2013-09-06T17:44:05Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>You guys never said definitively how you were traveling, and it doesn't really make a difference to me. So feel free to handwave whatever you want, as long as it's something that's within your power, e.g., Fly spells, a rickshaw, whatever.</span></p>You guys never said definitively how you were traveling, and it doesn't really make a difference to me. So feel free to handwave whatever you want, as long as it's something that's within your power, e.g., Fly spells, a rickshaw, whatever.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:44:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=33#16162013-09-06T17:41:26Z2013-09-06T17:41:26Z<p>I'm NOT dead! Didn't expect that. Crap. Now I have to actually finish statting out 13/5 Taisper. >_< That'll teach me to procrastinate.</p>I'm NOT dead! Didn't expect that. Crap. Now I have to actually finish statting out 13/5 Taisper. >_< That'll teach me to procrastinate.The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:41:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=29#14362013-09-06T17:40:05Z2013-09-06T17:40:05Z<p><i>"<b>Verik. Brother. I can see the Vault from where I stand astride the planes. Here and yet everywhere at once. It is beyond everything we ever hoped. For the Master's glory, we fight. With love, and with honor, we fight.</b>" Taisper is speaking somehow in both Celestial and Common at the same time. </i></p>
<p><i>With that, he brandishes his morningstar and shield, joining Borodin interposing himself between the Dragon Lord and his men, and the Travelers. "<b>Borodin.</b>" He says, not caring who else hears him speak. "<b>You must go. Remember all I told you. This is not your fight. Leave with the Pathfinders. It is the Master's will, and therefore mine.</b>" The tone of Taisper's voice leaves no room for argument, especially bolstered as it is by what sounds like an endless choir of celestial servants. Truly he has become a vessel of the Vault and the Lawgiver, an ultimate fulfillment of the only thing he ever wanted in life, made bittersweet by its arrival at his — and this branch of existence's — merciful end.</i></p>"Verik. Brother. I can see the Vault from where I stand astride the planes. Here and yet everywhere at once. It is beyond everything we ever hoped. For the Master's glory, we fight. With love, and with honor, we fight." Taisper is speaking somehow in both Celestial and Common at the same time.
With that, he brandishes his morningstar and shield, joining Borodin interposing himself between the Dragon Lord and his men, and the Travelers. "Borodin." He says, not caring who else hears him...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:40:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=29#14352013-09-06T17:23:07Z2013-09-06T17:23:07Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Warden Zander Orlovsky wrote:</div><blockquote>Zander laughs, <b>"I guess, I could have just said no. This is what I get for being bored in court all morning."</b> </blockquote><p>Taisper chuckles softly, his hair obscuring his face for a moment. "<b>Yeah, I understand, I just...</b>" He gives a resigned sigh. "<b>I always feel like she's <i>correcting</i> me, you know? I always feel...I guess...sort of <i>less</i> when she's around. Maybe that's a result of the whole Will thing you mention, and from her bein' a noble and all.</b>" He pauses, thinking, then starts again, speaking slowly, as if working something out for himself and unable to do so unless he's also talking. "<b>In this book, Irori writes '<i>There is no mastery of the world, only mastery of Self.</i>' I guess I need to see what it is within me that generates these feelings, what old wounds I-WHOA! What the heck is <i>that</i>?!</b>" The Inquisitor stands, suddenly, and points at the now brightly-glowing Hall. "<b>Wow! What are you guys <i>doing</i> in there these days, Z?</b>"Warden Zander Orlovsky wrote:Zander laughs, "I guess, I could have just said no. This is what I get for being bored in court all morning."
Taisper chuckles softly, his hair obscuring his face for a moment. "Yeah, I understand, I just..." He gives a resigned sigh. "I always feel like she's correcting me, you know? I always feel...I guess...sort of less when she's around. Maybe that's a result of the whole Will thing you mention, and from her bein' a noble and all." He pauses, thinking, then...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:23:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=33#16152013-09-06T17:02:34Z2013-09-06T17:02:34Z<p>I'm...not dead? 0_0</p>I'm...not dead? 0_0The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-06T17:02:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=29#14262013-09-04T17:20:09Z2013-09-04T17:20:09Z<p><i>The Cog's senses of touch and sound and smell, heightened by years of blindness, detect the increase in The Dragon Lord's pulse, hear his feet slide into a combat stance, hear the wet ripping of flesh as it is torn from Borodin's body, and then what he has most eagerly been awaiting; the distinct whistling of steel through the air.</i> Ah. It is time. I am blessed. Thank you, Master.</p>
<p><i>With a speed scarcely to be believed given his broken appearance, The Cog leaps in the air towards Nikolai and Borodin. His aim is not quite perfect, but it is good enough — the blade lands with an enormous thud deep in the Abadarian's infection-ridden body, cleaving him from shoulder to hip before Nikolai pulls it out with disgust and drops the wounded but still-living Borodin in a heap on the ground.</i></p>
<p><i>Those with the courage to look see that as his last breath leaves his body, the Cog is smiling hideously, his face a terrible parody of pious rest.</i></p>The Cog's senses of touch and sound and smell, heightened by years of blindness, detect the increase in The Dragon Lord's pulse, hear his feet slide into a combat stance, hear the wet ripping of flesh as it is torn from Borodin's body, and then what he has most eagerly been awaiting; the distinct whistling of steel through the air. Ah. It is time. I am blessed. Thank you, Master.
With a speed scarcely to be believed given his broken appearance, The Cog leaps in the air towards Nikolai and...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-04T17:20:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1112013-09-04T16:10:03Z2013-09-04T16:10:03Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>No worries, sir; take it easy and get your rest. We need you in one piece. :-) I eagerly await your contribution/continuation in this conversation.</span></p>No worries, sir; take it easy and get your rest. We need you in one piece. :-) I eagerly await your contribution/continuation in this conversation.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-04T16:10:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1072013-09-03T21:09:43Z2013-09-03T21:09:43Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sounds good! Probably the most perfect icon in the universe for this PC, BTW. Love it! :-D</span></p>Sounds good! Probably the most perfect icon in the universe for this PC, BTW. Love it! :-DDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-03T21:09:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=74#36702013-09-03T21:08:41Z2013-09-03T21:08:41Z<p><b>@Azami: </b>The people in the store all look at each other, then the oldest person there; a wizened and probably blind elderly lady in a surprisingly elegant woven kimono, steps forward. "<b>I will receive your message, soldier, and give you the required reply.</b>" She comes very close and cranes her wrinkly head up towards you. "<b>Whisper it to me.</b>" she insists.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>@Azami: The people in the store all look at each other, then the oldest person there; a wizened and probably blind elderly lady in a surprisingly elegant woven kimono, steps forward. "I will receive your message, soldier, and give you the required reply." She comes very close and cranes her wrinkly head up towards you. "Whisper it to me." she insists.
[Spoiler omitted]DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-03T21:08:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Mists of War OOC - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/discussion&page=30#14732013-09-03T20:46:43Z2013-09-03T20:46:43Z<p>No worries, my friend. Your posts are always worth waiting for. Don't hesitate to let me know if I or any of the others can help. :-)</p>No worries, my friend. Your posts are always worth waiting for. Don't hesitate to let me know if I or any of the others can help. :-)DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-03T20:46:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Too Heavy For The Table" Sideline IRL RP Thread - DM DownrightamazedDM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TooHeavyForTheTableSidelineIRLRPThreadDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=3#1052013-09-03T20:45:51Z2013-09-03T20:45:51Z<p><b>@The Baron: </b>You are quite happy when word comes back from House del Covas that Tanith is indeed still in their employ; has, in fact, been promoted. You get word when she arrives a short while later, and can see her being led towards your house from your balcony on the fourth floor.</p>@The Baron: You are quite happy when word comes back from House del Covas that Tanith is indeed still in their employ; has, in fact, been promoted. You get word when she arrives a short while later, and can see her being led towards your house from your balcony on the fourth floor.DM Downrightamazed (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-03T20:45:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=84#41892013-09-01T18:12:31Z2013-09-01T18:12:31Z<p>"<b>Here he comes...the face-mouth man...oh, they're mad at him...they're going to put him in the cold, where he will die...oh no...</b>"</p>"Here he comes...the face-mouth man...oh, they're mad at him...they're going to put him in the cold, where he will die...oh no..."Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-01T18:12:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=70#34562013-09-01T17:51:44Z2013-09-01T17:51:44Z<p><b>@Urk and @Imuri: </b>Zhongyi regards Urk stonily, but consents to go with to the Gossamer Palace. Your journey there is uneventful, especially as most of the city is <i>en route</i> to the palace for the State Dinner.</p>@Urk and @Imuri: Zhongyi regards Urk stonily, but consents to go with to the Gossamer Palace. Your journey there is uneventful, especially as most of the city is en route to the palace for the State Dinner.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-09-01T17:51:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=69#34492013-08-29T18:56:02Z2013-08-29T18:56:02Z<p>"<b>Imuri-San.</b>" The Sera general bows stiffly. "<b>It is fine weather to be walking, especially if visiting loved ones. The Empire is blessed, and we are blessed to be here.</b>" Her observation of courtly formalities is bare-bones, but it will serve. Zhongyi is not known for her manners.</p>"Imuri-San." The Sera general bows stiffly. "It is fine weather to be walking, especially if visiting loved ones. The Empire is blessed, and we are blessed to be here." Her observation of courtly formalities is bare-bones, but it will serve. Zhongyi is not known for her manners.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-29T18:56:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=32#15612013-08-25T23:39:25Z2013-08-25T23:39:25Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DM Barcas wrote:</div><blockquote> It's to be expected. I'm trying to give all the players the opportunity to run free and wild. Once it's all said and done, or we reach a certain point, I will step in. For now, I'm happy to give a long leash to all involved. </blockquote><p>I'm outta ammo for the Darkest Timeline, honestly. I thought I'd get us there and Abadar (or "Abadar") would take care of the rest. I don't think the Cog would see much point in arguing with Nikolai, or grandstanding or anything else. It's a done deal as far as he's concerned, and nothing anyone says will change anything.DM Barcas wrote:It's to be expected. I'm trying to give all the players the opportunity to run free and wild. Once it's all said and done, or we reach a certain point, I will step in. For now, I'm happy to give a long leash to all involved.
I'm outta ammo for the Darkest Timeline, honestly. I thought I'd get us there and Abadar (or "Abadar") would take care of the rest. I don't think the Cog would see much point in arguing with Nikolai, or grandstanding or anything else. It's a done deal as...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-25T23:39:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=83#41442013-08-24T17:58:24Z2013-08-24T17:58:24Z<p>Cassandra, still a bit pale riding in her sling on Justahl's back, shakes her head. "<b>Shining Man's horsie is there. And the Red Queen, and her army, and the mouth-face man, and this is where we find a shortcut. It keeps us warm. We have to go.</b>"</p>Cassandra, still a bit pale riding in her sling on Justahl's back, shakes her head. "Shining Man's horsie is there. And the Red Queen, and her army, and the mouth-face man, and this is where we find a shortcut. It keeps us warm. We have to go."Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-24T17:58:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=68#33942013-08-24T17:20:23Z2013-08-24T17:20:23Z<p>While not known for her courtliness, Zhongyi <i>is</i> still the eldest daughter of one of the greatest noble houses in the empire, and as such her form and manners are impeccable as she bows to Nylmorh and says "<b>Great Lord; this one, to her shame, must take leave of your august presence. I would see my sister's essence restored to her body, and I believe I have an idea where my search would begin. I hope you will all be able to meet her tonight.</b>" After the proper protocols of departure are observed, the contingent from House Sera leaves.</p>While not known for her courtliness, Zhongyi is still the eldest daughter of one of the greatest noble houses in the empire, and as such her form and manners are impeccable as she bows to Nylmorh and says "Great Lord; this one, to her shame, must take leave of your august presence. I would see my sister's essence restored to her body, and I believe I have an idea where my search would begin. I hope you will all be able to meet her tonight." After the proper protocols of departure are...Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-24T17:20:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=68#33852013-08-23T17:52:14Z2013-08-23T17:52:14Z<p>"<b>These men and women of the 'New Kings', it appears, are <i>actually</i> members of an invading army called the Red Dragonflight.</b>" Zhongyi pulls a piece of cloth out of one man's pouch and shows it to Chu; on this little square of cloth is a crest that appears to be stylized draconic jaws, done in crimson. "<b>They showed their true colors when the battle went ill, and attacked us. Luckily his majesty Nylmorh showed up to aid.</b>"</p>"These men and women of the 'New Kings', it appears, are actually members of an invading army called the Red Dragonflight." Zhongyi pulls a piece of cloth out of one man's pouch and shows it to Chu; on this little square of cloth is a crest that appears to be stylized draconic jaws, done in crimson. "They showed their true colors when the battle went ill, and attacked us. Luckily his majesty Nylmorh showed up to aid."Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-23T17:52:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=83#41322013-08-22T20:27:14Z2013-08-22T20:27:14Z<p>Looking much better after Justahl's healing energy, but still a bit on the pale side, Cassandra holds a shaky hand up at the door Justahl is about to smash to pieces with his hammer. "<b>In there. The man with the mouth-face is in there. He frightens me, but he needs me. He needs <i>us</i>, and Shining Man's horse is in there.</b>"</p>Looking much better after Justahl's healing energy, but still a bit on the pale side, Cassandra holds a shaky hand up at the door Justahl is about to smash to pieces with his hammer. "In there. The man with the mouth-face is in there. He frightens me, but he needs me. He needs us, and Shining Man's horse is in there."Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-22T20:27:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=68#33762013-08-22T19:07:58Z2013-08-22T19:07:58Z<p>"<b>Brother Monk, if this 'Swift' is the person I think he is, then you have nothing to fear. He is <i>notoriously</i> difficult to kill.</b>" She makes a face, then gestures for you all to follow her. "<b>We have what we came for. Let us hasten back to the river, and then the surface.</b>"</p>"Brother Monk, if this 'Swift' is the person I think he is, then you have nothing to fear. He is notoriously difficult to kill." She makes a face, then gestures for you all to follow her. "We have what we came for. Let us hasten back to the river, and then the surface."Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-22T19:07:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=83#41162013-08-21T19:44:25Z2013-08-21T19:44:25Z<p>Cassandra's eyes roll back in her head, and she begins to mutter a low cadence; "<i>we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos...</i>"</p>Cassandra's eyes roll back in her head, and she begins to mutter a low cadence; "we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in blood to the blind formless chaos we walk in...Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-21T19:44:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=68#33582013-08-21T19:13:53Z2013-08-21T19:13:53Z<p>Zhongyi holds Chu's inscrutable gaze a moment longer, then her samurai clear back to the perimeter as she swivels her head to look over at Wei. "<b>'He', who, brother monk? Who is it you speak of?</b>"</p>Zhongyi holds Chu's inscrutable gaze a moment longer, then her samurai clear back to the perimeter as she swivels her head to look over at Wei. "'He', who, brother monk? Who is it you speak of?"Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-21T19:13:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=68#33532013-08-21T00:33:36Z2013-08-21T00:33:36Z<p>Zhongyi looks at the jar. Her mouth moves but no words come out, and for the briefest moment her eyes begin to mist up. Then, as quickly as the moment begins, the great Sera samurai-general clamps down and regains her focus and balance. She takes the jar and whispers once, softly; "<i>Aki-Chan</i>". She then bows to Chu. "<b>I am unworthy of your forgiveness, Imperial advisor, but I beg it nonetheless. My actions bring shame on my house, and on my empire.</b>" The apology is breathtaking in its vulnerable sincerity. All of the Black Orchid Samurai present receive a lesson in humility from their General as she bows deeply before the Loyal Shadow, baring the back of her neck to him.</p>Zhongyi looks at the jar. Her mouth moves but no words come out, and for the briefest moment her eyes begin to mist up. Then, as quickly as the moment begins, the great Sera samurai-general clamps down and regains her focus and balance. She takes the jar and whispers once, softly; "Aki-Chan". She then bows to Chu. "I am unworthy of your forgiveness, Imperial advisor, but I beg it nonetheless. My actions bring shame on my house, and on my empire." The apology is breathtaking in its vulnerable...Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-21T00:33:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=67#33482013-08-20T21:06:27Z2013-08-20T21:06:27Z<p>"<b>The same force that sent the flood, sent us as well. Or should I say, the flood was sent to clear the way ahead of us.</b>" Zhongyi says in response to Kyras' questions. She walks ahead just a bit, the Loyal Shadow next to her. Suddenly she whirls on the imperial advisor, her obsidian eyes flashing; "<b>Give. It. To. Me.</b>" she says to him in an ice-cold, measured hiss. Her samurai instinctively form up in a semi-circle four warriors deep around her, blocking you all from reaching them.</p>"The same force that sent the flood, sent us as well. Or should I say, the flood was sent to clear the way ahead of us." Zhongyi says in response to Kyras' questions. She walks ahead just a bit, the Loyal Shadow next to her. Suddenly she whirls on the imperial advisor, her obsidian eyes flashing; "Give. It. To. Me." she says to him in an ice-cold, measured hiss. Her samurai instinctively form up in a semi-circle four warriors deep around her, blocking you all from reaching them.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-20T21:06:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=67#33322013-08-19T02:03:32Z2013-08-19T02:03:32Z<p>"<b>Well, it's nice to see some of you have taken this opportunity to get to know one another better.</b>" Zhongyi sardonically remarks. She is walking out of the tunnel from whence the water and tunnel gougers alike came, and raising an eyebrow at the embracing Kyras and Azami as she does so. The corners of the typically humorless Sera's mouth turn almost imperceptibly upward in what could, conceivably, be called a smile. "<b>Did we get what we came for? I have not seen any sign of the Plum Blossom aside from foot soldiers, although I hasten to add that we <i>have</i> met someone else whom you should all meet.</b>" She locks eyes with the soaked and bedraggled Tokine. "<b>Especially you.</b>" she intones quietly. Shaking herself, she continues; "<b>If you are done here, come with us.</b>" You see a large number of Black Orchid samurai standing behind Zhongyi, and behind them, different troops dressed in...blue?</p>"Well, it's nice to see some of you have taken this opportunity to get to know one another better." Zhongyi sardonically remarks. She is walking out of the tunnel from whence the water and tunnel gougers alike came, and raising an eyebrow at the embracing Kyras and Azami as she does so. The corners of the typically humorless Sera's mouth turn almost imperceptibly upward in what could, conceivably, be called a smile. "Did we get what we came for? I have not seen any sign of the Plum Blossom...Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-19T02:03:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=31#15152013-08-19T01:23:57Z2013-08-19T01:23:57Z<p>A few short videos I took during Iron GM:
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<li><b><a href="http://youtube.com/watch?feature=plcp&v=RM8qyzI5oqg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The MC provides the rules and picks the ingredients</a></b> (4:03)
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<li><b><a href="http://youtube.com/watch?feature=plcp&v=2qQ_cyP3hU0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Just a general look around during gameplay. </a></b> (00:28)
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<li><b><a href="http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=plcp&v=ZdT4GMxOYes" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">I roll a nat 20 and the D20 Girl gets a bit overzealous beaning me with the plush die.</a></b> (00:20)
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The MC provides the rules and picks the ingredients (4:03)
Just a general look around during gameplay. (00:28)
I roll a nat 20 and the D20 Girl gets a bit overzealous beaning me with the plush die. (00:20)Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-19T01:23:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=82#40882013-08-19T01:05:32Z2013-08-19T01:05:32Z<p>As the thing calling itself the "Metallum Aeternum" speaks, Cassandra suddenly grabs her head and shakes it back and forth. Looking at Justahl she says "<b>We have to keep going forward! She's still in my head and it hurrrrrts!</b>" Now beads of sweat are forming on the little girl's brow. She is pointing towards the north wall, on which there are no doors or windows of any sort, or at least, none that are immediately visible.</p>As the thing calling itself the "Metallum Aeternum" speaks, Cassandra suddenly grabs her head and shakes it back and forth. Looking at Justahl she says "We have to keep going forward! She's still in my head and it hurrrrrts!" Now beads of sweat are forming on the little girl's brow. She is pointing towards the north wall, on which there are no doors or windows of any sort, or at least, none that are immediately visible.Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-19T01:05:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=31#15142013-08-19T00:55:29Z2013-08-19T00:55:29Z<p>The last couple years my buddy Graham and I have run (as co-GMs) a two-night campaign for a bunch of friends, including our own Mr. Helt, among others. This year our party included two RPG Superstar top-4 placers (Steve Helt and Scott Fernandez), two Iron GM champions (Steve Helt and Stephen Rowe), an additional Iron GM contender (Nick Mork), and was rounded off by awesome rad gamers from our regular group back home in Milwaukee, including one of the players from my regular Monday night PFR game. I always see Steve at Iron GM as well, and two years ago I was a table DM for a big event that Steve and Eric and a bunch of the other Iron GM folks put on called "The Devil in Me". Very fun, super-duper epic stuff!</p>
<p>So I guess that's my really wordy and roundabout way of saying "yes". :-p</p>The last couple years my buddy Graham and I have run (as co-GMs) a two-night campaign for a bunch of friends, including our own Mr. Helt, among others. This year our party included two RPG Superstar top-4 placers (Steve Helt and Scott Fernandez), two Iron GM champions (Steve Helt and Stephen Rowe), an additional Iron GM contender (Nick Mork), and was rounded off by awesome rad gamers from our regular group back home in Milwaukee, including one of the players from my regular Monday night PFR...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-19T00:55:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=31#15122013-08-18T23:33:46Z2013-08-18T23:33:46Z<p>I have no problem just chatting with Zander for a bit to mark time until everyone else gets back, and as for the future timeline, yeah; I'm holding tight on that one for now. I'm actually still at GC; I sat in on a few seminars today that Paizo employees were running on how to write and develop stuff for Pathfinder. Was nifty to hear what various developers (including Sean Reynolds) and editors had to say. It was almost enough to make me want to try RPG Superstar or something like that. Almost.</p>
<p>Anywho. Another awesome GenCon has come to a close.</p>I have no problem just chatting with Zander for a bit to mark time until everyone else gets back, and as for the future timeline, yeah; I'm holding tight on that one for now. I'm actually still at GC; I sat in on a few seminars today that Paizo employees were running on how to write and develop stuff for Pathfinder. Was nifty to hear what various developers (including Sean Reynolds) and editors had to say. It was almost enough to make me want to try RPG Superstar or something like that.
...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-18T23:33:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=29#14032013-08-18T22:58:33Z2013-08-18T22:58:33Z<p>Taisper adopts a sympathetic expression. "<b>Verik's a pretty special guy, it's true. Like Jemini. Or the...uh, the <i>other</i> Zander. Um.</b>" The Inquisitor-on-hiatus rubs the back of his head in embarrassment, thinking any mention of the man must be frustrating to his friend. Hurriedly he changes the subject. "<b>Yeah, trolls ain't typically known for their amazing hiding and hunting skills and such. That's definitely a bit troubling, I reckon. Maybe I...hmmm...</b>" Taisper was going to say "Maybe I could help out", but he thinks of Ilyana and Nick, Jr., and stops himself before committing to such a potentially dangerous activity. Instead, he addresses Zander's third point. "<b>Yeah, the meditating and the <i>forms</i> and <i>katas</i>, they're an Irori thing. I've been trying to clear my head. Ever since the dragon attack, when Ilyana made her, uh, her feelings known to me after that whole thing, ever since then I've been thinkin', 'well, maybe I should try to see what happiness I can scratch out of this city', you know? Maybe this can be a new start for me, too. But it'll take some work. So I remembered something Jemini said once, about learning from all the gods, and about praying to Irori as well as any other when a problem fell into his domain, and I though that was a good way to approach things.</b>"</p>
<p>Taisper falls silent for a moment, then glances over at Zander and asks "<b>Zander...does Jemini ever...does she ever, um, does she get on your nerves?</b>" He asks this very tentatively, as if confessing to a terrible sin, or blaspheming aloud in church during worship.</p>Taisper adopts a sympathetic expression. "Verik's a pretty special guy, it's true. Like Jemini. Or the...uh, the other Zander. Um." The Inquisitor-on-hiatus rubs the back of his head in embarrassment, thinking any mention of the man must be frustrating to his friend. Hurriedly he changes the subject. "Yeah, trolls ain't typically known for their amazing hiding and hunting skills and such. That's definitely a bit troubling, I reckon. Maybe I...hmmm..." Taisper was going to say "Maybe I could...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-18T22:58:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13962013-08-12T18:20:55Z2013-08-12T18:20:55Z<p><i>His face still, The Cog listens intently to the exchange between Nikolai and Elsir. It wouldn't be long, now...</i></p>His face still, The Cog listens intently to the exchange between Nikolai and Elsir. It wouldn't be long, now...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-12T18:20:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13952013-08-12T18:18:33Z2013-08-12T18:18:33Z<p>Taisper's eyes snap open at the sound of hooves. He smiles on seeing the White Stag. "<b>Oh hey Zander, man, how are you? How are your duties? What's new in the woods?</b>"</p>Taisper's eyes snap open at the sound of hooves. He smiles on seeing the White Stag. "Oh hey Zander, man, how are you? How are your duties? What's new in the woods?"Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-12T18:18:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=82#40632013-08-11T22:01:56Z2013-08-11T22:01:56Z<p>Cassandra scrunches her face up. "<b>It hurrrrts.</b>"</p>Cassandra scrunches her face up. "It hurrrrts."Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-11T22:01:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=82#40612013-08-09T23:28:23Z2013-08-09T23:28:23Z<p>"<b>I...I have to keep her out of my head, out of my thinks.</b>"</p>"I...I have to keep her out of my head, out of my thinks."Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-09T23:28:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13852013-08-08T21:25:22Z2013-08-08T21:25:22Z<p><i>The Cog has not stopped smiling the same irritating, utterly daft and beatific smile since they encountered the guards. In response to the guard's demands, he speaks, and his voice is clarion and calm; "<b>I kneel to no one, especially not traitors with blood-soaked skin like your so-called dragon lord. Besides! We've no time to stand on ceremony; I have brought guests! Honored guests from far, far a-when, who needs must take counsel with the Stag Lord.</b>" Inclining his head slightly towards the two pathfinders and Borodin, the Cog says "<b>Gentlemen I give you Nikolai Rogarvia, whose treason and faithlessness brought ruin to this land. Remember him well when next you meet him, you three. Remember him well.</b>" The Cog then turns his voice back on Nikolai. "<b>So mighty you claim yourself to be, yet for all these years I've eluded you, harried your supply trains, destroyed guards and their barracks, and kept morale low for your soldiers and kept travel unsafe. And it will continue, Stag Lord, for as I destroyed you once, so I will destroy you again, and again, and again, as many times as necessary.</b>"</i></p>The Cog has not stopped smiling the same irritating, utterly daft and beatific smile since they encountered the guards. In response to the guard's demands, he speaks, and his voice is clarion and calm; "I kneel to no one, especially not traitors with blood-soaked skin like your so-called dragon lord. Besides! We've no time to stand on ceremony; I have brought guests! Honored guests from far, far a-when, who needs must take counsel with the Stag Lord." Inclining his head slightly towards the...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-08T21:25:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=527#263242013-08-04T04:14:19Z2013-08-04T04:14:19Z<p>Hi there! Percy and I will be at the school soon enough, I purposely started this adventure off-plane so I can get a feel for what shape the school is in before I show up. Don't wanna just barge in. 'Sides, I did that last time. Would be gauche to repeat entrances.</p>Hi there! Percy and I will be at the school soon enough, I purposely started this adventure off-plane so I can get a feel for what shape the school is in before I show up. Don't wanna just barge in. 'Sides, I did that last time. Would be gauche to repeat entrances.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T04:14:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=527#263222013-08-04T04:09:03Z2013-08-04T04:09:03Z<p>Howdy y'all! Yeah, I was here at the beginning of this thread, then gone for a bit, then came back, then was gone again, and now I'm back again. I try to do non-invasive or at least atomic stories that can be ignored or wrapped up quickly so as not to hassle Lyn. Well, or anyone. It's fun to hang out in the super-powered-mega-OP thread for a while, plus I have tremendous respect for Lyn (and DB3) as game-runners and for all the players here, but I can't keep up with the high post-rate for very long, so I just do chunks of story at a time. tl:dr; if I bug ya, don't sweat it. I'll be gone afore you know it. :-p</p>
<p><b>@Tybalt:</b> Hast thou slain stout Mercutio? I dunno what the post count was. Didn't look, and don't remember where it was when I last left. Sorry. Also, one of the folks on this thread plays in one of my regular long-running campaigns IRL, so he's sorta been keeping me apprised of the goings-on. Sorta. So it feels like less-long of a break than it probably actually was.</p>Howdy y'all! Yeah, I was here at the beginning of this thread, then gone for a bit, then came back, then was gone again, and now I'm back again. I try to do non-invasive or at least atomic stories that can be ignored or wrapped up quickly so as not to hassle Lyn. Well, or anyone. It's fun to hang out in the super-powered-mega-OP thread for a while, plus I have tremendous respect for Lyn (and DB3) as game-runners and for all the players here, but I can't keep up with the high post-rate for...Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T04:09:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=527#263162013-08-04T03:56:57Z2013-08-04T03:56:57Z<p>Howdy.</p>
<p>Anyone left here who remembers me? Anyone I remember? Okay if I swing by and play in this good ol' sandbox for a while once again?</p>Howdy.
Anyone left here who remembers me? Anyone I remember? Okay if I swing by and play in this good ol' sandbox for a while once again?Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T03:56:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=1046#522542013-08-04T03:55:38Z2013-08-04T03:55:38Z<p>Nasima twists her mouth. She wasn't gonna hold her breath.</p>Nasima twists her mouth. She wasn't gonna hold her breath.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T03:55:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=1046#522532013-08-04T03:54:55Z2013-08-04T03:54:55Z<p>"Look sharp, zappy-toes, here comes the village. Sifu told us this was our last one. Who knows what that means? Maybe you <i>will</i> get your wish!"</p>"Look sharp, zappy-toes, here comes the village. Sifu told us this was our last one. Who knows what that means? Maybe you will get your wish!"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T03:54:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=1046#522522013-08-04T03:54:00Z2013-08-04T03:54:00Z<p>"Ugh. You're right. Still, I miss it. I want to finish this so we can go back to just being students. For a while. I want a vacation from this. It's been...weeks? Months? I don't even re<i>mem</i>ber now."</p>"Ugh. You're right. Still, I miss it. I want to finish this so we can go back to just being students. For a while. I want a vacation from this. It's been...weeks? Months? I don't even remember now."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T03:54:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=1046#522512013-08-04T03:53:17Z2013-08-04T03:53:17Z<p>Percy arches a fiery eyebrow. " 'Sima, sweetie, be careful what you wish for." He waves at a few farmers in their completely unremarkable and unmemorable clothes. He hasn't taken three more steps before he's already bored with them and everything around them and about them. "<i>Personally</i>, I'd be amazed if the place is even still standing. I've never known an educational facility that got beat on as much as that one. Good thing the staff and students are all so...hmmm...<i>capable</i>."</p>Percy arches a fiery eyebrow. " 'Sima, sweetie, be careful what you wish for." He waves at a few farmers in their completely unremarkable and unmemorable clothes. He hasn't taken three more steps before he's already bored with them and everything around them and about them. "Personally, I'd be amazed if the place is even still standing. I've never known an educational facility that got beat on as much as that one. Good thing the staff and students are all so...hmmm...capable."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T03:53:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=1045#522502013-08-04T03:51:41Z2013-08-04T03:51:41Z<p>"...I never thought I'd say this, but I'd give anything to be back in mathemagics class right now. Gimme spatial arcanogeometry over smoking out Boredom Bandits <i>any</i> day."</p>"...I never thought I'd say this, but I'd give anything to be back in mathemagics class right now. Gimme spatial arcanogeometry over smoking out Boredom Bandits any day."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T03:51:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=81#40292013-08-04T03:07:42Z2013-08-04T03:07:42Z<p>"<b>No. We go straight. It is where we must be.</b>" Cassandra doesn't speak these words so much as she <i>intones</i> them, like she's in a strange trance. She is very pale, and her eyes are blank, staring straight ahead. She is currently astride Hurin's shoulders, and pointing with her little hand at the center tunnel.</p>"No. We go straight. It is where we must be." Cassandra doesn't speak these words so much as she intones them, like she's in a strange trance. She is very pale, and her eyes are blank, staring straight ahead. She is currently astride Hurin's shoulders, and pointing with her little hand at the center tunnel.Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-08-04T03:07:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13762013-07-31T19:08:36Z2013-07-31T19:08:36Z<p><i>The Cog shakes his head in casual disdain. "<b>LEADER?! Hahahahaa! You will never catch our leader, fool. But no matter. After I speak with your Lord, no more of your tomorrows will mean anything anyway.</b>" He smiles beatifically.</i></p>The Cog shakes his head in casual disdain. "LEADER?! Hahahahaa! You will never catch our leader, fool. But no matter. After I speak with your Lord, no more of your tomorrows will mean anything anyway." He smiles beatifically.The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-31T19:08:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=29#14452013-07-30T22:56:03Z2013-07-30T22:56:03Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Jemini of Lebeda wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Taisper Stozs wrote:</div><blockquote><div class="messageboard-quotee">Jemini of Lebeda wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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PS - it's nice to see Taisper post again.
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</blockquote>It...it is? Gosh, thanks. I honestly always thought that the way I was writing Taisper irritated the bejeezus out of you. So yeah; thanks for that. Now let's see if I can avoid any more ridiculous lacunae. </blockquote>Oh, oh it does (irritate the bejeezus); I mean Taisper - the character - is so broken and wrong on so many levels it makes my hairs stand-up. But he is <i>well written</i> and adds great depth to the story and he is "my/our" broken character. I'm holding thumbs that he'll not necessarily be vindicated, but at least somehow (a) find personal peace and (b) stick it to the baddies. </blockquote><p>Ah so. Fair enough! I hope similar things. To your point above, it's going to be very interesting to see what Borodin decides to do with that note The Cog gave him.Jemini of Lebeda wrote:Taisper Stozs wrote:Jemini of Lebeda wrote:
PS - it's nice to see Taisper post again.
It...it is? Gosh, thanks. I honestly always thought that the way I was writing Taisper irritated the bejeezus out of you. So yeah; thanks for that. Now let's see if I can avoid any more ridiculous lacunae. Oh, oh it does (irritate the bejeezus); I mean Taisper - the character - is so broken and wrong on so many levels it makes my hairs stand-up. But he is well written and adds great...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-30T22:56:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=29#14422013-07-30T19:36:43Z2013-07-30T19:36:43Z<p>Thanks! Glad you dig. It was fun to do. Somewhat relatedly, I just learned that the icon I've been using for TS is meant to be a woman. Had no idea.</p>Thanks! Glad you dig. It was fun to do. Somewhat relatedly, I just learned that the icon I've been using for TS is meant to be a woman. Had no idea.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-30T19:36:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13702013-07-30T16:13:58Z2013-07-30T16:13:58Z<p>Taisper stands in peace and tranquility on the edge of the small lake outside the city. His hands are before his heart. His skin is flush and smooth with the elasticity of youth. His hair is full and long and shiny and pulled back in a single braid, his golden eyes focused straight ahead, lit both from reflected sun and inner fires of faith. He is cleanly-shaven and muscular in that wiry way of naturally slender people. His clothes are new, sewn by his wife from fine bolts of sturdy cloth newly arrived from Druman merchants, and fit him quite well. His good, quality shoes hold the ground as he suddenly dips down into a basic fighting <i>kata</i>. The moves are still mostly foreign to him, but he moves with the dexterous strength of a natural athlete, and one well-trained since a very young age. This is to say; while these particular movements are yet foreign to him, movement as an art, as a science, is not. </p>
<p>Taisper's focus is absolute, and so the first tenet of the Master of Master's teachings comes rather easily to the young inquisitor. The strange, fluid, elegant movements of Irori's beginning physical process, however, most definitely do not. Halfway through the third <i>kata</i>, Taisper can't remember whether to spin or kick, tries to do both, and succeeds at neither. His legs tangle and he falls flat on his rear end like a newborn learning how to walk. For a moment his eyes flare, but then he lays on his back and laughs, shaking his head at his own cockiness. "<b>Don't get ahead a' yourself, Stozs, sheesh.</b>" </p>
<p>He stands again, perspiring lightly, feeling more gloriously alive than he can ever remember. He thinks of all the things he loves so much; of his wife, of his house and city, of his — well, not strictly <i>his</i>, but, you know — his son, of all that he has learned. He pushes everything back and focuses on his <i>ki</i>, a small smile lighting his face as he begins the <i>kata</i> again. He is a testament to the power of love, and the power of being forgiven, and given a second or even third chance. He is Taisper Stozs.</p>Taisper stands in peace and tranquility on the edge of the small lake outside the city. His hands are before his heart. His skin is flush and smooth with the elasticity of youth. His hair is full and long and shiny and pulled back in a single braid, his golden eyes focused straight ahead, lit both from reflected sun and inner fires of faith. He is cleanly-shaven and muscular in that wiry way of naturally slender people. His clothes are new, sewn by his wife from fine bolts of sturdy cloth...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-30T16:13:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13692013-07-30T15:56:36Z2013-07-30T15:56:36Z<p><i>"<b>...</b>"
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"<b>...</b>"
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"<b>...no? I confess I am surprised, but to leave the sword where it is is perhaps the most sensible attitude to have. come, we'll continue.</b>"</p>
<p>The Cog and Borordin continue to guide you all through the swamp until you reach its edge and enter a somewhat marshy field. The sky is mostly blue, you are almost surprised to see, with high and wispy clouds dulling the sun's force somewhat, and a few grayish clouds scudding along closer to the ground. There is something ominous in their appearance, though it's tough to tell exactly what. A well-fortified city is in the near distance. You appear to be headed right for it.</i></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>As you get closer to the city, it's clear the guards have spotted you. "<i><b>Be strong, pathfinders, and don't y'all worry, for we are going to visit an old friend of mine! He is someone with whom you will be happy to converse! And then, after that, there will be a short journey for you, and much to consider before you take your next step. Before we go, I ask only one thing. Here, stop for a moment. Look at me.</b>"</i></p>
<p><i>The Cog brings the party to a stop and steps back from the broad-shouldered Borodin. He holds his arms out, and then opens his tunic a bit to show his scarred and still-bloody chest. Reaching up, he pulls the bandages from his eyes. Before the three hale warriors and scholars stands what is clearly the shattered shell of a man; his hair is thin and falling out, his forehead and face grimy and creased and scarred. His eyes have both been — it looks like — <b>gouged</b> out, probably by something blunt, and the wounds are infected and running with viscous yellow pus. Veiny red lines run out from each socket. His neck has cuts all over it, his chest is still lined with a thousand cuts from whatever self-flagellation he earlier underwent. His clothes are filthy and worn and threadbare, with mud and blood and other grime patching their hand-hewn roughness. He is a testament to a ruined life, to madness and defeat and despair. He is the cog.</i></p>
<p><i>"<b>Remember me when you meet me, pathfinders, Borodin; remember me when you meet me.</b>" With that, the cog replaces his bandages and pulls his shirt tight once again, and drapes himself in his cloak.</i></p>
<p><i>The guards are almost upon you.</i></p>"..."
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"...no? I confess I am surprised, but to leave the sword where it is is perhaps the most sensible attitude to have. come, we'll continue."
The Cog and Borordin continue to guide you all through the swamp until you reach its edge and enter a somewhat marshy field. The sky is mostly blue, you are almost surprised to see, with high and wispy clouds dulling the sun's force somewhat, and a few grayish clouds scudding along closer to the ground. There is something ominous in their...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-30T15:56:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13682013-07-29T03:23:48Z2013-07-29T03:23:48Z<p><i>After walking the group through the swamp for a bit, The Cog stops at the edge of a small lake, indistinguishable to Elsir and Willas from any other of the seemingly infinite lily-choked bodies of water in this drenched and gods-forsaken place. He signals Borodin to stop. </i></p>
<p><i>"<b>You asked about the sword, Pathfinders; it is here. I took it from my cousin's place of safe-keeping as the building burned to the ground in the fires that took our city, as one world gave way to another. Instead of risking that blade falling into the wrong hands, I brought it back here, where its original owner lay dead at the hands of my cousin and I, and plunged into the same watery grave. If you want it, you are welcome to seek it, but I will warn you; swords and corpses aren't all that lurk in these waters.</b>" He smiles mirthlessly. He knows Borodin is not afraid of the Things in the water, and suspects the Pathfinders won't be frightened off, either, but he is interested to see which wins out in Elsir's heart; the desire for knowledge, or the desire to keep going to get to their still-unknown destination.</i></p>After walking the group through the swamp for a bit, The Cog stops at the edge of a small lake, indistinguishable to Elsir and Willas from any other of the seemingly infinite lily-choked bodies of water in this drenched and gods-forsaken place. He signals Borodin to stop.
"You asked about the sword, Pathfinders; it is here. I took it from my cousin's place of safe-keeping as the building burned to the ground in the fires that took our city, as one world gave way to another. Instead of...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-29T03:23:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=29#14322013-07-26T20:39:50Z2013-07-26T20:39:50Z<p>What, don't you trust me? ;-)</p>What, don't you trust me? ;-)The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-26T20:39:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=29#14302013-07-26T20:19:29Z2013-07-26T20:19:29Z<p>Thanks, guys! Glad you're digging the Taisper megadose. :-p Where I'm —perhaps obviously — going with this is to get "happy T" well-established, then Borodin shows up in the current timeline with a message and a capital-M Mission from his (Taisper's) future self that puts the whole happiness path back in jeopardy. We'll see how it goes.</p>Thanks, guys! Glad you're digging the Taisper megadose. :-p Where I'm --perhaps obviously -- going with this is to get "happy T" well-established, then Borodin shows up in the current timeline with a message and a capital-M Mission from his (Taisper's) future self that puts the whole happiness path back in jeopardy. We'll see how it goes.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-26T20:19:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13622013-07-26T19:01:26Z2013-07-26T19:01:26Z<p><i>"<b>I did. Borodin, these are Elsir and Willas, Pathfinders from long, long away. You will go with them. When next you see me, you will not know me. Pathfinders, this is Borodin. He is sometimes mirthful, but is a good warrior all the same. I trust him, which says more than any of you here know. Now. The three of you will wait outside. Borodin, leave me your pack.</b>" As the three men exit, The Cog places his hand gently on Borodin's shoulder, knowing that to startle a warrior such as him could be bad for one's health, even here in his sanctum.</i></p>
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<p><i>With Elsir, Willas, and Borodin waiting outside, The Cog rings for another young assistant. After they have assisted him in a certain task, he prays. Then, steeling himself, he walks out to meet the Pathfinders and his soldier. The young assistant hands Borodin his pack.</i></p>
<p><i>"<b>Gentlemen. Let us go for a stroll. It is time I spoke with an old friend.</b>"</i></p>"I did. Borodin, these are Elsir and Willas, Pathfinders from long, long away. You will go with them. When next you see me, you will not know me. Pathfinders, this is Borodin. He is sometimes mirthful, but is a good warrior all the same. I trust him, which says more than any of you here know. Now. The three of you will wait outside. Borodin, leave me your pack." As the three men exit, The Cog places his hand gently on Borodin's shoulder, knowing that to startle a warrior such as him could be...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-26T19:01:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=29#14262013-07-26T18:16:10Z2013-07-26T18:16:10Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Jemini of Lebeda wrote:</div><blockquote> @Taisper: I may be missing things, but I couldn't find Taisper's style feat (from Master of Many Styles) anywhere on his character sheet. I find it hard to imagine what style would work well in the build; my initial reaction was thinking that the character would benefit more from the Sensei archetype (mostly from the level 2 ability to use Wisdom as attack stat) than the MoMS.</blockquote><p>I'm still leveling, so there's actually a bunch of things missing. And I'm selecting stuff based on story, not build optimization. With where Taisper is gonna be heading, here, monk actually makes sense. Bear with me.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Jemini of Lebeda wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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PS - it's nice to see Taisper post again.
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</blockquote><p>It...it is? Gosh, thanks. I honestly always thought that the way I was writing Taisper irritated the bejeezus out of you. So yeah; thanks for that. Now let's see if I can avoid any more ridiculous lacunae.Jemini of Lebeda wrote:@Taisper: I may be missing things, but I couldn't find Taisper's style feat (from Master of Many Styles) anywhere on his character sheet. I find it hard to imagine what style would work well in the build; my initial reaction was thinking that the character would benefit more from the Sensei archetype (mostly from the level 2 ability to use Wisdom as attack stat) than the MoMS.
I'm still leveling, so there's actually a bunch of things missing. And I'm selecting stuff...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-26T18:16:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedIlyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13582013-07-25T20:56:00Z2013-07-25T20:56:00Z<p>Ilyana snorts and rolls her eyes. "<b>Ugh. So silly.</b>" As the door closes, though, her face breaks into a radiant and indulgent smile. She shakes her head and sets about preparing dinner.</p>Ilyana snorts and rolls her eyes. "Ugh. So silly." As the door closes, though, her face breaks into a radiant and indulgent smile. She shakes her head and sets about preparing dinner.Ilyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:56:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13572013-07-25T20:54:19Z2013-07-25T20:54:19Z<p>Taisper looks down at the copy of the <i>Azvadeva Pujila</i> he's "borrowed indefinitely" from Verik's personal library. His smile broadens. "<b>No...no, I think I'll be fine. This book, honestly, I know I've told you how much I'm getting out of it, well...I think it's the fourth most helpful, wonderful, beautiful thing in my life right now.</b>" He winks and heads out the door.</p>Taisper looks down at the copy of the Azvadeva Pujila he's "borrowed indefinitely" from Verik's personal library. His smile broadens. "No...no, I think I'll be fine. This book, honestly, I know I've told you how much I'm getting out of it, well...I think it's the fourth most helpful, wonderful, beautiful thing in my life right now." He winks and heads out the door.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:54:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedIlyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13562013-07-25T20:51:33Z2013-07-25T20:51:33Z<p>"<b>Taisper, my sweet, are you sure it's a good idea to read? Won't that make your headache worse?</b>" Ilyana loves her husband dearly, but knows he doesn't have a lick of common sense. <i>That's what growing up a "golden boy" in a city like Alkenstar will do to you.</i> She thinks. Then, more charitably; <i>Well, and also growing up with a bad head being made worse by a bunch of horrible church men and women...</i></p>"Taisper, my sweet, are you sure it's a good idea to read? Won't that make your headache worse?" Ilyana loves her husband dearly, but knows he doesn't have a lick of common sense. That's what growing up a "golden boy" in a city like Alkenstar will do to you. She thinks. Then, more charitably; Well, and also growing up with a bad head being made worse by a bunch of horrible church men and women...Ilyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:51:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13542013-07-25T20:48:15Z2013-07-25T20:48:15Z<p>"<b>Hahahahaa! Okay, you're...yeah. That's a good idea, actually. I can practice. I can work on things.</b>" Taisper stands up slowly and puts on a loose-fitting tunic. He grabs a slightly-battered book and heads for the door. As he's about to leave, Ilyana stops him.</p>"Hahahahaa! Okay, you're...yeah. That's a good idea, actually. I can practice. I can work on things." Taisper stands up slowly and puts on a loose-fitting tunic. He grabs a slightly-battered book and heads for the door. As he's about to leave, Ilyana stops him.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:48:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedIlyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13532013-07-25T20:46:20Z2013-07-25T20:46:20Z<p>"<b>Well, more like 'step carefully', but yes.</b>" she laughs back at him.</p>"Well, more like 'step carefully', but yes." she laughs back at him.Ilyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:46:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13522013-07-25T20:45:35Z2013-07-25T20:45:35Z<p>"<b>I...wait, did you just...did you just <i>literally</i> tell me to go jump in a lake?</b>" Taisper's tone is mock-serious. One of his eyebrows is raised and he's smiling broadly.</p>"I...wait, did you just...did you just literally tell me to go jump in a lake?" Taisper's tone is mock-serious. One of his eyebrows is raised and he's smiling broadly.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:45:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedIlyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=28#13512013-07-25T20:44:10Z2013-07-25T20:44:10Z<p>"<b>Hush, you.</b>" she cuts him off with a finger pressed against his lips. "<b>I've been raising him this long, I can handle things. <i>You</i> should rest. Go lay down. Or go for a swim, something to get blood flowing and cool you off. You're on fire.</b>" She presses the back of her hand to his forehead. Taisper doesn't feel feverish, necessarily, but his skin has the ashen shiny quality of those with the flu or similar ailments.</p>"Hush, you." she cuts him off with a finger pressed against his lips. "I've been raising him this long, I can handle things. You should rest. Go lay down. Or go for a swim, something to get blood flowing and cool you off. You're on fire." She presses the back of her hand to his forehead. Taisper doesn't feel feverish, necessarily, but his skin has the ashen shiny quality of those with the flu or similar ailments.Ilyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:44:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13502013-07-25T20:37:26Z2013-07-25T20:37:26Z<p>Taisper nods and grimaces. "<b>Yeh. Really bad one this time. I keep...I keep seeing sorta double. Like I'm seeing two versions of everything. There's...an <i>elf</i> I keep seeing before me. Right now my whole body hurts, like I've been doing pushups over broken glass or something. It's crazy.</b>" <i>Can't tell her the "second version" of everything is a horrible and ruined place.</i></p>
<p>The inquisitor nods toward Nick's room. "<b>You're just teaching him you can be bought, you know. Showing him that-</b>"</p>Taisper nods and grimaces. "Yeh. Really bad one this time. I keep...I keep seeing sorta double. Like I'm seeing two versions of everything. There's...an elf I keep seeing before me. Right now my whole body hurts, like I've been doing pushups over broken glass or something. It's crazy." Can't tell her the "second version" of everything is a horrible and ruined place.
The inquisitor nods toward Nick's room. "You're just teaching him you can be bought, you know. Showing him that-"Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:37:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedIlyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13492013-07-25T20:30:49Z2013-07-25T20:30:49Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Backing up a bit for this scene, to before everyone else heads down to argue with wolves and trolls and whatnot.</span></p>
<p>"<b>Well, there they go. Are you...are you sure you're going to stay?</b>" Ilyana is looking out the window of her — <i>their</i> — house near the town center. She could see the founders as they made their way out of Newhaven towards some new adventure or other. She gazes at her husband, who is playing quietly with Nicholas Jr. on the floor. He turns to answer her and she sees he is ash-white and beads of sweat dot his head. She inhales sharply. <i>Again. Oh goodness.</i> In just a few quick steps, Ilyana strides over to where they are and scoops up her son. </p>
<p>"<b>Time for you to study, Nicholas. You wouldn't want to disappoint Uncle Verik, now, would you?</b>"
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"<b>But <i>mama</i>!</b>" the boy protests "<b>Exams aren't for another month, and Papa Taisper and I were playing blocks!</b>"
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Ilyana shushes him. "<b>No argument from you. Do your Studies and we'll have more of that jerky Papa got us from Jhod with dinner.</b>"
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"<b>Okay!</b>" Nicholas agrees quickly, scampering into his room.</p>
<p>After partially closing the door to her son's room, the former frontierswoman walks over to her husband and sits down on the floor next to him. Pulling a kerchief out of her apron pocket, she reaches up and dabs at his brow. "<b>Another headache?</b>" she asks softly.</p>Backing up a bit for this scene, to before everyone else heads down to argue with wolves and trolls and whatnot.
"Well, there they go. Are you...are you sure you're going to stay?" Ilyana is looking out the window of her -- their -- house near the town center. She could see the founders as they made their way out of Newhaven towards some new adventure or other. She gazes at her husband, who is playing quietly with Nicholas Jr. on the floor. He turns to answer her and she sees he is ash-white...Ilyana Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T20:30:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13482013-07-25T19:40:58Z2013-07-25T19:40:58Z<p><i>"<b>Enough.</b>" The Cog wearily holds up his hand, signalling for Elsir to stop. He places his hand back in his lap and hangs his head.</i> I see why you have been sent here, Elsir and Willas of the past. I have been given one more chance. One final grasp at forgiveness, that I may again hope to be placed in the Vault, and exist in the golden light of the Master for all eternity. The ultimate sacrifice. I understand. It is good.</p>
<p><i>"<b>I have told you all that is important. I have given you sufficient information to stop this calamity. These other things you ask...I am well-acquainted with the Pathfinders' thirst for knowledge, but in this case that thirst must go unslaked, for the good of us all. Please, step outside and wait. I will be out after I speak with some of my soldiers.</b>" The cog rings a small bell, and a child of no more than 12 steps in from a side room.</i></p>
<p><i>"<b>Yes, Cog?</b>" the boy asks</i></p>
<p><i>"<b>Go to Borodin's hut. Tell him to pack. Tell him to come to me.</b>"</i></p>
<p><i>"<b>Right away, sir.</b>"</i></p>
<p>I will send them back, the three of them. But I cannot trust this Elsir to do what needs doing. I can only trust myself. Borodin I can at least trust to deliver a message. He will not fail me.</p>"Enough." The Cog wearily holds up his hand, signalling for Elsir to stop. He places his hand back in his lap and hangs his head. I see why you have been sent here, Elsir and Willas of the past. I have been given one more chance. One final grasp at forgiveness, that I may again hope to be placed in the Vault, and exist in the golden light of the Master for all eternity. The ultimate sacrifice. I understand. It is good.
"I have told you all that is important. I have given you sufficient...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-25T19:40:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13432013-07-23T20:42:56Z2013-07-23T20:42:56Z<p><i>"<b>I can.</b>" The quiet reply comes so swiftly it was almost as if The Cog had been waiting for the question, or one much like it. "<b>There are three things: the first is the death of Berrin while fighting Nyrissa in 4725. The second, and possibly most obvious, is when our erstwhile Stag Lord, Nikolai, went against all he was supposed to have become and threw his lot in with Choral the Conqueror. The third, and perhaps most immediately relevant to you, master Elsir...is your death in 4713 while fighting the lich, Vordekai.</b>"</i></p>
<p><i>this is also my chance, this is also when i can tell him to turn me aside from my foolish path, from my Mistake. but can i trust him i most likely cannot. i should send someone else back with him. i should ensure my own future. oh ilyana i am so sorry i knew i was wrong. i love you. but i was so wrong. by the master's perfect Hand I must be steered from my greatest happiness.</i></p>
<p><i>the Cog makes a small, strangled cough, but his face is dry.</i></p>"I can." The quiet reply comes so swiftly it was almost as if The Cog had been waiting for the question, or one much like it. "There are three things: the first is the death of Berrin while fighting Nyrissa in 4725. The second, and possibly most obvious, is when our erstwhile Stag Lord, Nikolai, went against all he was supposed to have become and threw his lot in with Choral the Conqueror. The third, and perhaps most immediately relevant to you, master Elsir...is your death in 4713 while...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-23T20:42:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13382013-07-22T05:58:36Z2013-07-22T05:58:36Z<p><i>The Cog holds up his hand. "<b>Taisper Stozs is dead.</b>" he says in a flat hiss. "<b>He died with his family, as he should have. I am but a humble cog, spinning out the last of my days in service of the Master's divine plan from whose glorious and golden path I never should have deviated.</b>" He feels his way over to a chair, groping for its back with his right hand, though not clumsily. It is clear he knows this room well. Sitting, he lets out a slow sigh of relief. "<b>I believe I understand you, and if I do, then this is a blessed turn of events. Truly the Master himself must have sent you to me, for only He would recognize the severe imperfections in this timeline, and the need for it to be destroyed such that others which more perfectly reflect his glory may flourish.</b>" A pause, then; "<b>Tell me of this Aevum Crux, it sounds like the typical sort of baroque arcanist's machinations that might cause this sort of trouble...</b>"</i></p>The Cog holds up his hand. "Taisper Stozs is dead." he says in a flat hiss. "He died with his family, as he should have. I am but a humble cog, spinning out the last of my days in service of the Master's divine plan from whose glorious and golden path I never should have deviated." He feels his way over to a chair, groping for its back with his right hand, though not clumsily. It is clear he knows this room well. Sitting, he lets out a slow sigh of relief. "I believe I understand you, and if...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-22T05:58:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Seer's Journey - DM DownrightamazedCassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheSeersJourneyDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=80#39702013-07-22T04:33:07Z2013-07-22T04:33:07Z<p>Cassandra approaches Justahl and tugs hesitantly on his shirt. She looks quite apprehensive as she points at the last gem, the intact one containing the demon. "<b>Shining Man. You have to free him. He takes us to the burning place to free your horsey. And...</b>" She trails off, looking at Kelne. Her apprehension seems only to increase as she gazes at the northman. "<b>...th-that's what I See.</b>" she stammers unconvincingly.</p>Cassandra approaches Justahl and tugs hesitantly on his shirt. She looks quite apprehensive as she points at the last gem, the intact one containing the demon. "Shining Man. You have to free him. He takes us to the burning place to free your horsey. And..." She trails off, looking at Kelne. Her apprehension seems only to increase as she gazes at the northman. "...th-that's what I See." she stammers unconvincingly.Cassandra of Goreme (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-22T04:33:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13342013-07-22T04:05:22Z2013-07-22T04:05:22Z<p><i>There is a pause, then the glow surrounding The Cog fades back to a dull halation. "<b>I do not know anything about chronomancy, but I know you are not lying.</b>" he says. "<b>You say you came by accident, but now that you are here, will you aid in our struggle? Have you brought knowledge of the past here into the future so we may best the evil that devours our kingdom?</b>"</i></p>There is a pause, then the glow surrounding The Cog fades back to a dull halation. "I do not know anything about chronomancy, but I know you are not lying." he says. "You say you came by accident, but now that you are here, will you aid in our struggle? Have you brought knowledge of the past here into the future so we may best the evil that devours our kingdom?"The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-22T04:05:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13272013-07-20T03:04:40Z2013-07-20T03:04:40Z<p>"<b><i>i can hear your heart</i></b>" <i>the Cog whispers, though it is not clear to whom this cryptic statement is being addressed. </p>
<p>He is stripped to the waist and covered in hundreds of tiny cuts, and blood is trickling freely down his chest and arms. Without moving, he addresses Maegar and Alaina.</i> "<b><i>we are alone here. in this place we are the lone perfection of His great clockwork that is society. by the Grace of the Master do we continue His good work. if a clock is fourteen minutes off, you correct it. thus you will be corrected. you will each do fourteen days in the mire pits farming stirge venom, for as those days will stretch out before you, so have these minutes stretched for me. go.</i></b></p>
<p><i>as the two young freedom fighters file glumly out, The Cog speaks to Elsir and Willas; "<b>i can hear your heart.</b>" he says again, and he becomes sheathed in a golden glow that is almost painful to gaze upon, so strong is his faith as he calls upon the powers Abadar has granted him, powers that let him know men's minds and motivations better than they may know themselves. "<b>tell me who you are, and why you are here, and do not lie to me because i will know.</b></i>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"i can hear your heart" the Cog whispers, though it is not clear to whom this cryptic statement is being addressed.
He is stripped to the waist and covered in hundreds of tiny cuts, and blood is trickling freely down his chest and arms. Without moving, he addresses Maegar and Alaina. "we are alone here. in this place we are the lone perfection of His great clockwork that is society. by the Grace of the Master do we continue His good work. if a clock is fourteen minutes off, you correct it....The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-20T03:04:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=28#13762013-07-17T21:29:35Z2013-07-17T21:29:35Z<p>Subtlety; not one of my strong suits. :-p</p>Subtlety; not one of my strong suits. :-pTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-17T21:29:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=28#13742013-07-17T21:09:04Z2013-07-17T21:09:04Z<p>Aw hey, thanks, man! Much appreciated. It'll take me a while to get caught back up with the main thread, but I can at least start with this one to get the ol' gears turning again.</p>Aw hey, thanks, man! Much appreciated. It'll take me a while to get caught back up with the main thread, but I can at least start with this one to get the ol' gears turning again.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-17T21:09:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=63#31432013-07-17T19:19:20Z2013-07-17T19:19:20Z<p>"<b>Go, my friends! We will hold off the attackers here at this bottleneck. They shall not follow you, this I swear on my House.</b>" With that, the brave general vaults into the air and lands on the river kraken, slicing it open with her katana and distracting it from your progress.</p>"Go, my friends! We will hold off the attackers here at this bottleneck. They shall not follow you, this I swear on my House." With that, the brave general vaults into the air and lands on the river kraken, slicing it open with her katana and distracting it from your progress.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-17T19:19:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedThe Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=27#13162013-07-17T18:29:18Z2013-07-17T18:29:18Z<p><i>There is a place in the old swamp. In that place is a terrible building, the entrance to which can only be gained by navigating a deranged series of traps. Many who seek it die before finding it. It is a place of glory and light. It is entirely possible that it is also a place of hope. In the building is a room and in the room is a man. The man is a place in the old swamp and in his head is a terrible structure, the entrance to which can only be gained by navigating an insane series of traps, etc. Currently, the man is waiting for two of his soldiers. He is fighting a war, is he not? He remembers something about a war.</i></p>
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They are one minute late. I will give them precisely fourteen more minutes before I send Extractors. I have warned them and I have Warned them and they are aware of the need for punctuality we cannot waste one second any more than we can waste one life the timetable is fixed and we all must pay for the sins of the one it is for my sins we have come to this my Clockwork Kingdom my House of Gears and Traps my Tiny Sanctuary hahahahahaa that was a waste I have wasted forty-two seconds on this line of thought I will give them precisely thirteen minutes and eighteen — SEVENTEEN — seconds now before I send Extractors. The Extractors will be awake and they will be ready estimated time of arrival is FIFTEEN minutes putting total MINIMUM waste at thirty minutes potential MAXIMUM waste at sixty minutes depending on what they encounter perhaps I should go I could aid and I should know, I cannot trust any of them, I cannot have others be my eyes I must be my own eyes though they lead me to darkness hahahahahahaaa that was another waste I have wasted
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twenty-one more seconds on this line of thought I will be punished I will do Exercises over the Broken Gears to know Penance and to know Pain every single second is pain in ev-.
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(pushups)
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<i>The man is somewhat old. Tattered and infected bandages cover his eyes and wrap around his head, like a blindfold. He has many small cuts and scars most of the time. He was likely handsome, once. </i> There is a place in the city now where the House was the HOUSE it was WAS and now NINE buildings north-northeast from there is a building with 12 of HIS secret troops they are all just men and the compound will be fast the nerves will go first and then they will rot alive they will know pain which is every second simultaneously the garrison by the lake must
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be terminated the timbers have been sawed slowly out and dry wood placed deep in its center by wildshapers and a wildcaster will use FIRE she will use FIRE and they will all BURN in the purifying light and heat and in the <i>From somewhere in the near distance there is the sound of a large metal trap slamming shut on something and a hideous shriek of pain. The shriek drops off to pleas for help, then gasps as the poison does its quick work. The man who was once Taisper Stozs gives no indication he heard any of this. He is waiting for two of his soldiers.</i></p>There is a place in the old swamp. In that place is a terrible building, the entrance to which can only be gained by navigating a deranged series of traps. Many who seek it die before finding it. It is a place of glory and light. It is entirely possible that it is also a place of hope. In the building is a room and in the room is a man. The man is a place in the old swamp and in his head is a terrible structure, the entrance to which can only be gained by navigating an insane series of traps,...The Cog - Darkest Timeline (alias of downrightamazed)2013-07-17T18:29:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=20#9512012-12-24T03:14:30Z2012-12-24T03:14:30Z<p>With one Dragon slain, Taisper resumes invisibility and moves out with his cousin and the rest to see what assistance he can offer elsewhere.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 5, Initiative 8 </b>
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AC:25(26 vs. Humans) HP:30/30 Saves:F/R/W 6/3/10 CMB:5 CMD:16
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Buffs: Judgment Surge(Judgment class feature treated as level 8), Favored Judgment(Humanoids/Humans - all Judgments 1 higher vs. Humans), Judgment/Protection(+2AC), Judgment/Resistance(ER6 vs. Fire), Shield of Faith(+2AC, 3/10 rounds), Bane/Dragons(+2 to weapon enhancement, +2d6 damage), Prayer (+1 hit/dam/saves/skills), Bless (+1 hit/save vs. fear)
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SA: cast <i>Invisibility</i> (2/3 L2 spells)
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MA: move to wherever next Dragon is, presumably following Verik and the rest of the gang.</span></p>With one Dragon slain, Taisper resumes invisibility and moves out with his cousin and the rest to see what assistance he can offer elsewhere.
Round 5, Initiative 8
AC:25(26 vs. Humans) HP:30/30 Saves:F/R/W 6/3/10 CMB:5 CMD:16
Buffs: Judgment Surge(Judgment class feature treated as level 8), Favored Judgment(Humanoids/Humans - all Judgments 1 higher vs. Humans), Judgment/Protection(+2AC), Judgment/Resistance(ER6 vs. Fire), Shield of Faith(+2AC, 3/10 rounds), Bane/Dragons(+2 to weapon...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-12-24T03:14:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=62#30972012-12-05T20:40:43Z2012-12-05T20:40:43Z<p>Zhongyi gives a pointed look at all of the plate-mail-clad soldiers with you and then raises an eyebrow; <i>NOW what?</i>.</p>Zhongyi gives a pointed look at all of the plate-mail-clad soldiers with you and then raises an eyebrow; NOW what?.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-12-05T20:40:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=62#30942012-12-05T20:25:47Z2012-12-05T20:25:47Z<p>"<b>Envoy!</b>" calls Zhongyi from off to one side. "<b>What of <i>these</i> paintings? Why are they erased?</b>" The elder Sera sister, sporting a couple of freshly-closed wounds on her petal-pale flesh, has stopped by a large swath of wall that appears to be in the process of being wiped out, as if by a paint remover, or slow magic. Centuries-old drawings destroyed with nary a care, or so it seems.</p>"Envoy!" calls Zhongyi from off to one side. "What of these paintings? Why are they erased?" The elder Sera sister, sporting a couple of freshly-closed wounds on her petal-pale flesh, has stopped by a large swath of wall that appears to be in the process of being wiped out, as if by a paint remover, or slow magic. Centuries-old drawings destroyed with nary a care, or so it seems.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-12-05T20:25:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=19#9252012-12-04T20:30:34Z2012-12-04T20:30:34Z<p>Taisper wheels around after the dragon's miss and, taking advantage of his flanking position with Nikolai, drives home a hammer blow that spikes a nerve cluster located at the base of the creature's tail, causing blood to geyser briefly up when the inquisitor yanks his weapon free. Once again, he drops immediately into a defensive posture, watching carefully for the next attack with his shield ready.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 4, Initiative 8</b>
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AC:27(28 vs. Humans) HP:30/30 Saves:F/R/W 6/3/10 CMB:5 CMD:16
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Buffs: Judgment Surge(Judgment class feature treated as level 8), Favored Judgment(Humanoids/Humans - all Judgments 1 higher vs. Humans), Judgment/Protection(+2AC), Judgment/Resistance(ER6 vs. Fire), Shield of Faith(+2AC, 3/10 rounds), Bane/Dragons(+2 to weapon enhancement, +2d6 damage), Prayer (+1 hit/dam/saves/skills), Bless (+1 hit/save vs. fear)
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SA: attack dragon, fighting defensively (AC20): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (13) + 6 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 22</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 3 + 2 + 1 + 2d6 + 1d6 ⇒ (2) + 3 + 2 + 1 + (6, 1) + (5) = 20</span></span></p>Taisper wheels around after the dragon's miss and, taking advantage of his flanking position with Nikolai, drives home a hammer blow that spikes a nerve cluster located at the base of the creature's tail, causing blood to geyser briefly up when the inquisitor yanks his weapon free. Once again, he drops immediately into a defensive posture, watching carefully for the next attack with his shield ready.
Round 4, Initiative 8
AC:27(28 vs. Humans) HP:30/30 Saves:F/R/W 6/3/10 CMB:5 CMD:16
Buffs:...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-12-04T20:30:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=19#9112012-11-21T21:58:31Z2012-11-21T21:58:31Z<p>Taisper glides smoothly into position, his invisibility spell keeping him hidden from the dragon's alert eyes. As the creature turns to look at Nikolai's ravaging of its companion, the inquisitor strikes, smashing his morningstar into its rear right leg, which buckles with a satisfying crunch. As his spell immediately dissipates due to his attack, once again rendering him visible, Taisper rips the weapon free in a long dragging gash, its blessed spikes tearing chunks of scale and flesh as it goes. The creature gives a suprised shriek of pain and turns but the Abadarian has already switched to a defensive position, his shield up and ready for the crushing retaliatory blow that is sure to follow.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 2, Initiative 8</b>
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AC:27(28 vs. Humans) HP:30/30 Saves:F/R/W 6/3/10 CMB:5 CMD:16
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Buffs: Invisible (3/50), Judgment Surge(Judgment class feature treated as level 8), Favored Judgment(Humanoids/Humans - all Judgments 1 higher vs. Humans), Judgment/Protection(+2AC), Judgment/Resistance(ER6 vs. Fire), Shield of Faith(+2AC, 2/10 rounds), Bane/Dragons(+2 to weapon enhancement, +2d6 damage)
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MA: up to dragon
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SA: attack dragon, fighting defensively (AC20): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (13) + 6 + 1 + 2 + 2 + 2 - 4 = 22</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 3 + 2 + 2d6 + 1d6 ⇒ (7) + 3 + 2 + (2, 1) + (5) = 20</span></span></p>Taisper glides smoothly into position, his invisibility spell keeping him hidden from the dragon's alert eyes. As the creature turns to look at Nikolai's ravaging of its companion, the inquisitor strikes, smashing his morningstar into its rear right leg, which buckles with a satisfying crunch. As his spell immediately dissipates due to his attack, once again rendering him visible, Taisper rips the weapon free in a long dragging gash, its blessed spikes tearing chunks of scale and flesh as it...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-21T21:58:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=19#9042012-11-21T21:37:34Z2012-11-21T21:37:34Z<p>Ah, brilliant. Thank you.</p>Ah, brilliant. Thank you.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-21T21:37:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=19#9022012-11-21T19:54:31Z2012-11-21T19:54:31Z<p>Apologies, but I'm super confused right now. Where's my nearest target, and how many rounds will it take me to get to it? I don't know what's dead or where anybody is. I thought there was a dragon in the north hall, but apparently not? And Nikolai isn't by me, he's at the entrance or something?</p>Apologies, but I'm super confused right now. Where's my nearest target, and how many rounds will it take me to get to it? I don't know what's dead or where anybody is. I thought there was a dragon in the north hall, but apparently not? And Nikolai isn't by me, he's at the entrance or something?Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-21T19:54:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=18#8772012-11-08T22:20:51Z2012-11-08T22:20:51Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Verik wrote:</div><blockquote>Depending on what Nikolai does ahead of him, I can cast a Prayer for him/Taisper/NPC's and slightly debuff that entrance medium dragon, unless you think the wound taken is serious enough to counter with healing this round.</blockquote><p>Well, with my current buffs, if I get some lucky damage rolls I could take away nearly half his current HP, so any help in making sure I hit him and making it harder for him to hit others is most welcome. Even at my buffed AC he still has damn near a 50% chance of hitting me, and with only 30HP it'll take some pretty astonishing luck to survive even just a single FAA, as has already been demonstrated on other party members. :-(
<p>Obviously, in the end, if Nikolai would prefer a heal, that of course takes precedence. Having him healthy and fighting is a huge boon in this battle.</p>Verik wrote:Depending on what Nikolai does ahead of him, I can cast a Prayer for him/Taisper/NPC's and slightly debuff that entrance medium dragon, unless you think the wound taken is serious enough to counter with healing this round.
Well, with my current buffs, if I get some lucky damage rolls I could take away nearly half his current HP, so any help in making sure I hit him and making it harder for him to hit others is most welcome. Even at my buffed AC he still has damn near a 50% chance...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-08T22:20:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=18#8712012-11-08T20:33:06Z2012-11-08T20:33:06Z<p>If the dragon were to stay more-or-less where it is, can I assume Taisper can get into flanking position on his next move action? If not, how many more turns might it take?</p>If the dragon were to stay more-or-less where it is, can I assume Taisper can get into flanking position on his next move action? If not, how many more turns might it take?Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-08T20:33:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=18#8952012-11-08T20:20:59Z2012-11-08T20:20:59Z<p>Taisper remains where he is and calls out another spell. He knows his voice will give him away, and he hopes the dragon will fixate on this position since he will be abandoning it forthwith. As soon as he feels the familiar and comforting protective magics thrill through him, he invokes the gift of the lawgiver, imbuing his weapon with power to smite the enemies of his choice; in this case, dragons.</p>
<p>His protections summoned and prayers complete — for the moment at least — Taisper glides as silently as possible around the dragon, looking to take advantage of its preoccupation with Nikolai and move into a flanking position where he can do more damage. The inquisitor knows he's only going to get one shot at this, and he wants to make sure it's done right.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 2, Initiative 8 </b>
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AC:25(26 vs. Humans) HP:30/30 Saves:F/R/W 6/3/10 CMB:5 CMD:16
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<b>Buffs:</b> Invisible (2/50), Judgment Surge(Judgment class feature treated as level 8), Favored Judgment(Humanoids/Humans - all Judgments 1 higher vs. Humans), Judgment/Protection(+2AC), Judgment/Resistance(ER6 vs. Fire), Shield of Faith(+2AC, 1/10 rounds), Bane/Dragons(+2 to weapon enhancement, +2d6 damage)
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<b>Swift:</b> Activate Bane: Dragons
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<b>SA:</b> Cast <i>Shield Of Faith</i>
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<b>MA:</b> Begin circling wide around dragon, preparing to move into flanking position and strike next round
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Stealth check to not be seen/heard while moving, using Blessed Infiltration (1/3): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 + 20 ⇒ (4) + 5 + 20 = 29</span> vs. <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 + 20 ⇒ (13) + 5 + 20 = 38</span>
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So that's a <b>38</b> stealth, then.</span></p>Taisper remains where he is and calls out another spell. He knows his voice will give him away, and he hopes the dragon will fixate on this position since he will be abandoning it forthwith. As soon as he feels the familiar and comforting protective magics thrill through him, he invokes the gift of the lawgiver, imbuing his weapon with power to smite the enemies of his choice; in this case, dragons.
His protections summoned and prayers complete -- for the moment at least -- Taisper glides as...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-08T20:20:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=18#8612012-11-06T22:33:46Z2012-11-06T22:33:46Z<p>For some reason I thought that some of the bad guys were humans, but apparently not. Man I am <i>totally</i> hosed in this fight. Yeesh.</p>For some reason I thought that some of the bad guys were humans, but apparently not. Man I am totally hosed in this fight. Yeesh.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-06T22:33:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=18#8562012-11-01T18:12:42Z2012-11-01T18:12:42Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Berrin Myrdal wrote:</div><blockquote> heh, I got the mental image of a transformer transforming after reading Taipers action summary. •click• •wirrr• •click• •click• </blockquote><p>LOL it's true! I feel like a transformer. I'm okay in combat, but only after like three rounds of buffing. :-(Berrin Myrdal wrote:heh, I got the mental image of a transformer transforming after reading Taipers action summary. *click* *wirrr* *click* *click*
LOL it's true! I feel like a transformer. I'm okay in combat, but only after like three rounds of buffing. :-(Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-01T18:12:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=18#8812012-11-01T16:54:23Z2012-11-01T16:54:23Z<p>Taisper shakes his head as Nikolai charges in. <i>I may be crazy,</i> he thinks, <i>But I'm not THAT crazy.</i> The inquisitor calmly flicks his wrist and snaps his fingers, invoking the magic in the glove on his right hand and causing his morningstar to spring into his ready grip. He shrugs his shield down into place as he prays, and the Master answers; a golden aura flashes around Taisper, offering further protection against both mundane attacks and the fire gushing out of the red dragons' mouths and beginning to engulf parts of the city.</p>
<p>Thus prepared, Taisper starts speaking clearly in celestial.</p>
<p>Hearing the inquisitor's voice ringing out over the noise of battle, Kesten looks over at where the youngster is preparing and nods in satisfaction. <i>Good. He may be nuts, but at least the moon-touched Abadarian brought some weapons to thi-</i></p>
<p>Kesten's thought ends abruptly as Taisper vanishes. The noble seethes for a moment before settling to the task at hand. <i>I'm going to trust you're moving into a better fighting position, you skulking holy madman, and your god won't save you from my anger, from OUR anger if you just used your magic to run to safety.</i></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 1, Initiative 8</b>
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AC:23(24 vs. Humans) HP:30/30 Saves:F/R/W 6/3/10 CMB:5 CMD:16
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Buffs: Invisible (5 minutes), Judgment Surge(Judgment class feature treated as level 8), Favored Judgment(Humanoids/Humans - all Judgments 1 higher vs. Humans), Judgment/Protection(+2AC), Judgment/Resistance(ER6 vs. Fire)
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FA: Pop up morningstar from Glove of Storing
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Swift: Activate Judgments: Protection and Purity
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MA: Put shield in place
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SA: Cast <i>Invisibility</i></span></p>Taisper shakes his head as Nikolai charges in. I may be crazy, he thinks, But I'm not THAT crazy. The inquisitor calmly flicks his wrist and snaps his fingers, invoking the magic in the glove on his right hand and causing his morningstar to spring into his ready grip. He shrugs his shield down into place as he prays, and the Master answers; a golden aura flashes around Taisper, offering further protection against both mundane attacks and the fire gushing out of the red dragons' mouths and...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-11-01T16:54:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=17#8342012-10-31T17:46:24Z2012-10-31T17:46:24Z<p>Yeah, while I was careful to say what I had on me (all my armor, my morningstar, etc.), I did not say I had my bow, so all I've got are some very limited ranged magics.</p>
<p>I still need to re-read the tactical post DMB put up so I can make sure I understand just what the heck is going on right now, but after that I plan on turning invisible, buffing up, then getting as close to a bunch of the enemies as I can and setting them on fire with Blistering Invective. I will then club them to death while they burn. If there are dragonriders in my range, so much the better; they're my real target. </p>
<p>With bane and favored judgment and judgment surge, I'm pretty effective against humans, so I'ma focus on them. I'm useless against red dragons, especially since all my heavy-duty magic damage is fire-based.</p>
<p>Still perusing my character sheet, though, to see what else I can come up with...</p>Yeah, while I was careful to say what I had on me (all my armor, my morningstar, etc.), I did not say I had my bow, so all I've got are some very limited ranged magics.
I still need to re-read the tactical post DMB put up so I can make sure I understand just what the heck is going on right now, but after that I plan on turning invisible, buffing up, then getting as close to a bunch of the enemies as I can and setting them on fire with Blistering Invective. I will then club them to death...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-31T17:46:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=17#8102012-10-23T05:11:31Z2012-10-23T05:11:31Z<p>Congrats, Isaac, way to go! I hope it all works out in the manner you most desire.</p>Congrats, Isaac, way to go! I hope it all works out in the manner you most desire.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-23T05:11:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=18#8512012-10-19T17:19:22Z2012-10-19T17:19:22Z<p>Taisper sits in silence and stillness, with his eyes closed and a beatific expression on his face, and prays for all he is worth.</p>Taisper sits in silence and stillness, with his eyes closed and a beatific expression on his face, and prays for all he is worth.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-19T17:19:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=17#8442012-10-15T17:22:54Z2012-10-15T17:22:54Z<p>If pressed, Taisper would be forced to admit a certain morbid curiosity in this whole strange affair, but even that is minimal. He is of course annoyed by the continued presence of Vinodograv in their city — not that he expected the man would be easily put off — and his annoyance grows with every word the Archbanker utters. He believes in his cousin, though, and is there to support him, having even put in some time helping Verik prepare for the case. He was probably not a huge help, he realizes, but he hopes the moral support counted for something. Taisper is way, way out of his depth in these sorts of affairs of the law. He contents himself by mentally reciting passages from the <i>Order</i> and the <i>Book of the Lawgiver</i>, and looking at the sandals and gloves he was recently given by the Master. Their magic, combined with that of his shield and armor and <i>Stored</i> morningstar — and of course his own divine gifts — all give him tremendous comfort and aid his calm as he girds himself to do his damndest to try and not fall asleep during what he feels certain is going to be one long, tedious, boring, grandstanding affair of blowhard vs. blowhard.</p>
<p>He shakes his head. <i>C'mon, Taisper, man; you can do this. Pay attention. Do it for Verik. He needs us behind him. The Law is on our side. GOD is on our side.</i></p>If pressed, Taisper would be forced to admit a certain morbid curiosity in this whole strange affair, but even that is minimal. He is of course annoyed by the continued presence of Vinodograv in their city -- not that he expected the man would be easily put off -- and his annoyance grows with every word the Archbanker utters. He believes in his cousin, though, and is there to support him, having even put in some time helping Verik prepare for the case. He was probably not a huge help, he...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-15T17:22:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=60#29872012-10-15T05:33:28Z2012-10-15T05:33:28Z<p>Zhongyi is calm and centered as she approaches one of the closed doors. She thumps on it, considering its size and composition. "<b>Any ideas?</b>" She asks. "<b>I have never seen metal like this before...</b>"</p>Zhongyi is calm and centered as she approaches one of the closed doors. She thumps on it, considering its size and composition. "Any ideas?" She asks. "I have never seen metal like this before..."Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-15T05:33:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=17#8352012-10-10T15:17:12Z2012-10-10T15:17:12Z<p>Taisper doesn't look at Jemini, but nods in agreement. "<b>Family is important,</b>" he says quietly. "<b> and can be a transformative force.</b>" He then raises his head and looks at the ceiling, still not making eye contact with anyone. "<b>Forgiveness...is not my specialty.</b>" he says carefully. "<b>I will gladly bow to the wisdom of those council members who are possessed of an abundance of that virtue, for I know...</b>" he pauses, seems to reconsider, and starts again. "<b>...I...support allowing her to remain here. As you all no doubt realize, news of our mercy may reach certain ears. I say that as both a plaudit and a caution.</b>"</p>Taisper doesn't look at Jemini, but nods in agreement. "Family is important," he says quietly. " and can be a transformative force." He then raises his head and looks at the ceiling, still not making eye contact with anyone. "Forgiveness...is not my specialty." he says carefully. "I will gladly bow to the wisdom of those council members who are possessed of an abundance of that virtue, for I know..." he pauses, seems to reconsider, and starts again. "...I...support allowing her to remain...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-10T15:17:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=17#8252012-10-04T18:06:47Z2012-10-04T18:06:47Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Okay so this is my real post.</span></p>
<p>Just as the door is closing, Taisper appears sort of out of nowhere, two guards in tow. "<b>In here, Founder Stozs.</b>" One of them says. "<b>Oh hey, okay...thanks, fellas, thanks. Sorry to bother you.</b>" the inquisitor responds deferentially. He brushes past Nikolai without a word or a glance and strolls carefully into the meeting room. "<b>Hi everybody. I'm sorry I'm late. I was out of the city when I got the news. Real glad everyone's okay. Real glad.</b>" Taisper is wearing that silly disguise that he's taken to affecting of late, the one that just barely adjusts his features, and that all of you can easily see through.</p>
<p>The abadarian says nothing further, but quietly takes a seat, giving his cousin a significant glance as he does so.</p>Okay so this is my real post.
Just as the door is closing, Taisper appears sort of out of nowhere, two guards in tow. "In here, Founder Stozs." One of them says. "Oh hey, okay...thanks, fellas, thanks. Sorry to bother you." the inquisitor responds deferentially. He brushes past Nikolai without a word or a glance and strolls carefully into the meeting room. "Hi everybody. I'm sorry I'm late. I was out of the city when I got the news. Real glad everyone's okay. Real glad." Taisper is wearing...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-04T18:06:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=16#7952012-10-04T17:59:05Z2012-10-04T17:59:05Z<p>Yeah so pardon my silly spoilered thing, there. I figure there's no way for Taisper to have returned, been told of goings-on, AND have gotten to the room in time to cast Invisibility and lurk about, but it was deliciously trashy fun to write that. I'll do an actual post in just a bit. I thank you all in advance for you indulgence. :-)</p>Yeah so pardon my silly spoilered thing, there. I figure there's no way for Taisper to have returned, been told of goings-on, AND have gotten to the room in time to cast Invisibility and lurk about, but it was deliciously trashy fun to write that. I'll do an actual post in just a bit. I thank you all in advance for you indulgence. :-)Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-04T17:59:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=17#8242012-10-04T17:52:37Z2012-10-04T17:52:37Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-04T17:52:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=16#7942012-10-04T03:46:26Z2012-10-04T03:46:26Z<p>Welcome back! Hope you had a great vacation!</p>Welcome back! Hope you had a great vacation!Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-04T03:46:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=16#7902012-10-02T06:03:23Z2012-10-02T06:03:23Z<p>Wow! Nice twist! I did not expect Esmerelda to be preggers.</p>Wow! Nice twist! I did not expect Esmerelda to be preggers.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-10-02T06:03:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=16#7972012-09-26T06:55:15Z2012-09-26T06:55:15Z<p>Taisper looks with bemusement at the guards. He glances pointedly at the crossbow trap and a couple other barely-visible tripwires the guards are about to hit. Once their attention is drawn to the threats, they grimace and step back. "<b>I appreciate you're doing your jobs, but I feel okay out here. Reckon you fellas are in more danger than I am, at the moment.</b>" He gives them a lopsided smile. "<b>Why'n't you all wait up the road just a piece, I need a second to gather my belongings and I'll catch up. No hurry.</b>" </p>
<p>As the guards back off from the porch of Taisper's <a href="http://images.fineartamerica.com/images-medium-large/1769-cabin-in-swamp-sandra-w-morris.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>creepy and creaking old cabin</b></a>, one of them mutters under his breath "<b>Fine by me. I hate this gods-forsaken place. Bad luck to be out here.</b>" It was only in the last month or so that any of the guards were made aware of the cabin's existence — which was troubling — and even that was done at the behest of some new regulations put into place by the cousins Taisper and Verik, working to implement some Abadarian-churchy-order thing about transparency and access and safety. In the end, it meant on certain rare occasions some poor bastards had to come out to this unpleasant, dangerous, haunted, humid, buggy and disgusting swamp, usually for some business or other with Founder Stozs, when before they had been able to leave the swamp well enough alone.</p>
<p>The inquisitor takes a few more moments in contemplation of his new gifts from the Master. Clearly these would require further thought and meditation. He understands his path, and he believes he understands the threat. Time will tell. For now, he puts on the sandals, taking a moment to wiggle his toes in them and smile to himself. Then after getting on a fresh shirt and wriggling into his armor he puts on the gloves, using their magic power to stow his morningstar, practicing the flick of the wrist necessary to free the weapon. It works brilliantly, his smile widens.</p>
<p>Eventually, after making sure his usual mild, feature-blurring disguise is in place, he leaves, resetting his traps, and meets up with the guards who are by now a little ways up the path, almost all the way to the main road. He asks for what information they have (or are allowed to tell him) and listens carefully when they recount what they know. At the mention of Berrin's Emma, Taisper frowns but says nothing.</p>
<p><i>Another outsider. It's time.</i></p>
<p>When they reach the town, Taisper does not rush to the scene, nor to where the prisoner is held captive. Instead he finds a functionary in the main hall and asks. "<b>The deputation from Brevoy. Where are they staying?</b>"</p>Taisper looks with bemusement at the guards. He glances pointedly at the crossbow trap and a couple other barely-visible tripwires the guards are about to hit. Once their attention is drawn to the threats, they grimace and step back. "I appreciate you're doing your jobs, but I feel okay out here. Reckon you fellas are in more danger than I am, at the moment." He gives them a lopsided smile. "Why'n't you all wait up the road just a piece, I need a second to gather my belongings and I'll catch...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-26T06:55:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=59#29322012-09-15T17:48:23Z2012-09-15T17:48:23Z<p>"<b>The Black Orchid are a feint, but not a sacrifice. There are places where pitched battle will occur, and strength of numbers will be of great value.</b>"</p>"The Black Orchid are a feint, but not a sacrifice. There are places where pitched battle will occur, and strength of numbers will be of great value."Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-15T17:48:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=59#29242012-09-13T16:29:08Z2012-09-13T16:29:08Z<p>Zhongyi's face becomes more ordered and neutral as Imuri speaks. At the end, both the Shoto and Sera nobles are gazing levelly at Kyras, almost expectantly.</p>Zhongyi's face becomes more ordered and neutral as Imuri speaks. At the end, both the Shoto and Sera nobles are gazing levelly at Kyras, almost expectantly.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-13T16:29:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=59#29212012-09-13T05:12:44Z2012-09-13T05:12:44Z<p>Zhongyi's nostrils flare, but she maintains her icy cool. "<b>The Black Orchid regiment is my will made manifest.</b>" She looks pointedly at the bag. "<b>I'm listening.</b>"</p>Zhongyi's nostrils flare, but she maintains her icy cool. "The Black Orchid regiment is my will made manifest." She looks pointedly at the bag. "I'm listening."Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-13T05:12:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=59#29152012-09-12T20:32:04Z2012-09-12T20:32:04Z<p>Zhongyi stops dead. She recognized the dueling stance, of course, but assumed that a Shoto was simply making his presence known, a situation that would be curious to her, but certainly acceptable. At the intimation of knowledge beyond what she herself possesses, though, her focus turns to the new visitor. </p>
<p>She nods to Imuri and then walks carefully over to the Dragonborn to speak softly to him, though not so soft Azami cannot hear it. "<b>Kyras-san. A word with you, please? In <i>private</i>.</b>" She gives Azami a look the ronin recognizes as apologetic. "<b>We need not trouble your warrior-companion or the others with this.</b>" She nods to a space off to the side and waits to make sure Kyras is coming with.</p>Zhongyi stops dead. She recognized the dueling stance, of course, but assumed that a Shoto was simply making his presence known, a situation that would be curious to her, but certainly acceptable. At the intimation of knowledge beyond what she herself possesses, though, her focus turns to the new visitor.
She nods to Imuri and then walks carefully over to the Dragonborn to speak softly to him, though not so soft Azami cannot hear it. "Kyras-san. A word with you, please? In private." She...Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-12T20:32:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=59#29132012-09-12T19:44:13Z2012-09-12T19:44:13Z<p><b>@Imuri: </b>Zhongyi gives you the briefest narrowing of her eyes in recognition, then goes about her business.</p>@Imuri: Zhongyi gives you the briefest narrowing of her eyes in recognition, then goes about her business.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-12T19:44:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=59#29072012-09-12T16:42:22Z2012-09-12T16:42:22Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-12T16:42:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=58#28952012-09-11T05:25:19Z2012-09-11T05:25:19Z<p>"<b>...</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"..."
[Spoiler omitted]Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-11T05:25:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=58#28942012-09-11T05:24:09Z2012-09-11T05:24:09Z<p>"<b>Madame Curator.</b>" Zhongyi bows low, respectfully. "<b>Clan Sera is here to aid in the rescue of...certain individuals.</b>" she casts a dubious eye at the silver-and-ivory clad westerners. "<b>Who would these be...?</b>"</p>"Madame Curator." Zhongyi bows low, respectfully. "Clan Sera is here to aid in the rescue of...certain individuals." she casts a dubious eye at the silver-and-ivory clad westerners. "Who would these be...?"Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-11T05:24:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=58#28852012-09-07T21:34:13Z2012-09-07T21:34:13Z<p>At this point Zhongyi speaks only to Azami, barely taking note of Kyras. "<b>I don't like whatever this is, but we cannot concern ourselves with happenstance at this time, not if we want any chance at success.</b>" She gives Azami a significant look, then motions her samurai forward towards the temple district.</p>At this point Zhongyi speaks only to Azami, barely taking note of Kyras. "I don't like whatever this is, but we cannot concern ourselves with happenstance at this time, not if we want any chance at success." She gives Azami a significant look, then motions her samurai forward towards the temple district.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-07T21:34:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=58#28782012-09-06T19:53:03Z2012-09-06T19:53:03Z<p>"<b>Hah!</b>" Zhongyi's laugh is a short and uncomfortable bark, rusty from disuse. She is about to reply to Azami when she closes her mouth abruptly and angles her head to one side. "<b>Do you hear that? What <i>is</i> that?</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"Hah!" Zhongyi's laugh is a short and uncomfortable bark, rusty from disuse. She is about to reply to Azami when she closes her mouth abruptly and angles her head to one side. "Do you hear that? What is that?"
[Spoiler omitted]Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-06T19:53:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=58#28742012-09-05T22:00:43Z2012-09-05T22:00:43Z<p>Zhongyi gives Azami a strange sideways look, then nods, almost imperceptibly. She gives a low whistle, and the door behind her bursts open and a hundred samurai come rushing smoothly out, in perfect formation. They line up behind her and shout the clan name.</p>
<p>"<b>You are wiser than they give you credit for being, Ito-san. To go Under, one needs force, not stealth.</b>" The elder Sera sister falls in with the two of you. "<b>What entrance were you planning to use?</b>"</p>Zhongyi gives Azami a strange sideways look, then nods, almost imperceptibly. She gives a low whistle, and the door behind her bursts open and a hundred samurai come rushing smoothly out, in perfect formation. They line up behind her and shout the clan name.
"You are wiser than they give you credit for being, Ito-san. To go Under, one needs force, not stealth." The elder Sera sister falls in with the two of you. "What entrance were you planning to use?"Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-05T22:00:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=58#28692012-09-05T21:26:50Z2012-09-05T21:26:50Z<p><b>@Azami and @Kyras: </b>There is a soft clacking sound, and Sera Zhongyi, deadlier of the Sera sisters, steps out of the front door of her city house.</p>
<p>"<b>Gaijin.</b>" she says, and her voice is not unkind. It is, in fact, rather ragged. "<b>...you are descending under the city. I would accompany you.</b>" Her steely eyes give away nothing.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>@Azami and @Kyras: There is a soft clacking sound, and Sera Zhongyi, deadlier of the Sera sisters, steps out of the front door of her city house.
"Gaijin." she says, and her voice is not unkind. It is, in fact, rather ragged. "...you are descending under the city. I would accompany you." Her steely eyes give away nothing.
[Spoiler omitted]Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-05T21:26:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=15#7232012-09-01T15:36:56Z2012-09-01T15:36:56Z<p>Sets the bar high, man. Great work!</p>Sets the bar high, man. Great work!Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-01T15:36:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=15#7202012-09-01T05:18:39Z2012-09-01T05:18:39Z<p>Holy mackerel.</p>Holy mackerel.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-09-01T05:18:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=15#7092012-08-29T03:30:54Z2012-08-29T03:30:54Z<p>I'm fine with getting a move-on.</p>I'm fine with getting a move-on.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-29T03:30:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=15#7182012-08-28T21:29:06Z2012-08-28T21:29:06Z<p>Taisper frowns just a bit as Zander relates his tale. <i>...he dunno you herd pig you done picked up a bit and he cain't...</i> "<b>That's...so you're kind of...wow.</b>" Taisper feigns surprise at the revelation. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Bluff: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 15 ⇒ (14) + 15 = 29</span></span>
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<p>It's not a <i>complete</i> fake-out, though, as some of this information is genuinely new to the inquisitor. He thinks for a moment, his golden eyes looking first at Zander, then out at the horizon. Eventually his gaze returns to the warden. He smiles that winning smile of his and claps Zander on the shoulder.</p>
<p>"<b>Zander, man, a threat to you is a threat to all of us. Whatever you were, whatever <i>he</i> is — I'll keep an eye on your father's pet, don't worry. He won't know what hit him, should it come to that. All these nobles here in our city, they need to know they can't just come here and bring their intrigues and assignations and expect business as usual. We have a mandate from God. From <i>many</i> gods. They can't stand against that. I'll...I'll <i>watch</i>.</b>" His face disturbingly neutral, Taisper whispers almost inaudibly; "<b>...I'll <i>watch</i>...</b>"</p>
<p>The inquisitor drops his hand and looks down. "<b>...not only that, but I don't take kindly to threats to my family.</b>" He raises his eyes and gives Zander a nod. Looking back out over the fields and woods visible from the guard tower, he says "<b>Threats within, threats without...it's good to have a moment to just look out over the land, isn't it? Remember what we're fighting for. It's good to have just a moment to breathe.</b>"</p>Taisper frowns just a bit as Zander relates his tale. ...he dunno you herd pig you done picked up a bit and he cain't... "That's...so you're kind of...wow." Taisper feigns surprise at the revelation.
Bluff: [dice]1d20+15[/dice]
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It's not a complete fake-out, though, as some of this information is genuinely new to the inquisitor. He thinks for a moment, his golden eyes looking first at Zander, then out at the horizon. Eventually his gaze returns to the warden. He smiles that...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-28T21:29:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=15#7062012-08-26T20:33:32Z2012-08-26T20:33:32Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Berrin wrote:</div><blockquote>Maybe he could turn to Taisper, the whispered rumors of how bad men tended to disappear in these lands ...</blockquote><p>The funny thing is, this is pretty much exACTly the kind of thing Taisper does and would be perfect for, but I totally agree with Berrin's train of thought. That's some really great RP right there, Sigz. Awesome work!Berrin wrote:Maybe he could turn to Taisper, the whispered rumors of how bad men tended to disappear in these lands ...
The funny thing is, this is pretty much exACTly the kind of thing Taisper does and would be perfect for, but I totally agree with Berrin's train of thought. That's some really great RP right there, Sigz. Awesome work!Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-26T20:33:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=15#7142012-08-26T20:31:57Z2012-08-26T20:31:57Z<p>Taisper nods in agreement with Verik's assessment of things. "<b>Yeah. Yeah, that seems best. </b>" He frowns at the sword. "<b>Okay. Well, hang on a second while I...there.</b>" The inquisitor puts on the sword belt and scabbard, then pushes Mourne behind him so his cloak will cover the blade up. "<b>It'll make it awkward to walk, but we're not going that far. It's also not particularly sneaky, but if anyone is around when we get back I can always just turn invisible. I'll bring the weapon into my chambers in the Founder's Hall and take care of the sundering there.</b>"</p>
<p>The two walk on in silence for a while. Taisper eventually speaks. "<b>He didn't deserve it, you know. He didn't deserve to be Currency. That was a dumb thing he did, and a foolish death. He should have known better. I feel like something or somebody forced his hand, forced him to act earlier than he would have liked. I've hunted with Alexius a fair bit, and he was rarely so reckless. I don't like it. Other forces are out there, Verik, champing at the bit to get a piece of what we've started here. I know you've already seen the political manifestations of this. I think Alexius' attack today was the beginning of the shadow war on our nation. The trolls and other things, well I guess they're the "in plain sight" war.</b>" He smiles weakly.</p>
<p>When they arrive back at the town and the guards tell them both of Zander's request, Taisper looks with surprise at his cousin. "<b>I guess...I guess I should go see him. I will leave the blade in your care for now, cousin, in our bank and church. I feel safer with it there than in the Founders' Hall with all those nobles swanning around, know what I mean? I'll get it after dinner tonight.</b>"</p>
<p>After accompanying Verik to the heart of the Abadarian faith in Newhaven and securing Mourne as best they can, the inquisitor notes the time and curses under his breath. This will be a close call if he wants to speak with Zander and still meet Widow Flaxen for dinner. He jogs across the square and finds the Warden in one of his customary watch positions, not a soul around for a long ways.</p>
<p>"<b>Zander.</b>" He calls cautiously. "<b>You, uh, you wanted to see me? What's going on?</b>"</p>Taisper nods in agreement with Verik's assessment of things. "Yeah. Yeah, that seems best. " He frowns at the sword. "Okay. Well, hang on a second while I...there." The inquisitor puts on the sword belt and scabbard, then pushes Mourne behind him so his cloak will cover the blade up. "It'll make it awkward to walk, but we're not going that far. It's also not particularly sneaky, but if anyone is around when we get back I can always just turn invisible. I'll bring the weapon into my chambers...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-26T20:31:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=15#7042012-08-25T19:02:34Z2012-08-25T19:02:34Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Akiros Ismort wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Aha. </p>
<p>And cool fight scene Verik and Tasiper! It's easy to forget how badass Taisper can be. I just have one question though...Why in the world didn't you guys loot the magus?? He probably had tons of magic stuff and coin on him. Sanctuary certainly could have used the funds at the very least. If you had a specific reason not to do it or if you felt it was something your PCs just wouldn't do that's of course cool, but it does leave me wondering why? </blockquote><p>•shrug• I don't really care about loot. I never think about it. Honestly it's the least important aspect of RP for me. Feels too video-game-y. I figure if the DM wants me to have something, he'll give it to me. If not, then whatever.Akiros Ismort wrote:Aha.
And cool fight scene Verik and Tasiper! It's easy to forget how badass Taisper can be. I just have one question though...Why in the world didn't you guys loot the magus?? He probably had tons of magic stuff and coin on him. Sanctuary certainly could have used the funds at the very least. If you had a specific reason not to do it or if you felt it was something your PCs just wouldn't do that's of course cool, but it does leave me wondering why?
*shrug* I don't really...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-25T19:02:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=15#7102012-08-23T04:51:32Z2012-08-23T04:51:32Z<p>The shining twin halos of light around Taisper's arms fade away as he dismisses his enchantments. He sighs as he looks at Alexius, then turns to Verik and helps him to his feet. "<b>Well, there you go; that's done with.</b>" he says lamely. "<b>We should...we should head back. I think we're on the same page now, yeah? We can dump him in the swamp a ways up. He, uh, he won't be the first I've disposed of that way.</b>"</p>
<p>As the cousins leave, Taisper eyes Mourne flintily. "<b>Verik, what do we do with that sword of his? I don't know if it's intelligent or what, but it's too distinctive to let back into the community. I'm not comfortable just dumping it in the swamp with his body — too easy for someone else to come upon it at some other point. I mean, his armor will drag him down to be eaten or to rot, and I suppose the weapon will sink too, but...I dunno. Maybe I'm being overly cautious.</b>"</p>
<p>Taisper leads Verik to a quiet and out-of-the-way spot deep in the swamp, where the water is deep and black and murky. He unceremoniously dumps the hellknight's corpse into the brackish water. Things stir on the shore and in the deep, perhaps knowing the presence of this particular human leads to a free meal. Perhaps.</p>
<p>The inquisitor looks at the enchanted Cheliaxian blade, then at his cousin, clearly not knowing what to do.</p>The shining twin halos of light around Taisper's arms fade away as he dismisses his enchantments. He sighs as he looks at Alexius, then turns to Verik and helps him to his feet. "Well, there you go; that's done with." he says lamely. "We should...we should head back. I think we're on the same page now, yeah? We can dump him in the swamp a ways up. He, uh, he won't be the first I've disposed of that way."
As the cousins leave, Taisper eyes Mourne flintily. "Verik, what do we do with that...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-23T04:51:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=14#6912012-08-23T04:19:38Z2012-08-23T04:19:38Z<p>Derp. Sorry, Meowzebub; totally forgot Zander was waiting for the cousins to return. Getting on that now...</p>Derp. Sorry, Meowzebub; totally forgot Zander was waiting for the cousins to return. Getting on that now...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-23T04:19:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run RedTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/gameplay&page=14#7002012-08-20T03:41:52Z2012-08-20T03:41:52Z<p>Taisper's unnerving calm remains intact, but Alexius' last comment stings. <i>he knows that style you pig you hang back and soon you eat that blade you be stuck you gotta break you gott just</i>... The inquisitor shifts the divine energy that courses through him, redirecting it all into his arms and morningstar, readying himself for one killer strike, to end this. Abandoning his usual duck-n-jab tactics, he pours everything he's got into a giant two-handed haymaker blow. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 4, Initiative 12</b>
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HP: 30/30 AC: 18 Saves: F/R/W - 6/3/10
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Buffs: Judgment Surge(Judgment/Justice(+3 to hit) and Judgment/Destruction(+3 Damage), Favored Judgment(all Judgments +1 vs. Humanoids/Humans), Bane (Humanoids/Humans)
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Swift: Change Judgments
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SA: Attack Alexius (two-handed for extra 1pt. damage) - <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 6 + 3 + 2 = 29</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 2d6 + 3 + 3 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (6) + (6, 5) + 3 + 3 + 2 + 1 = 26</span></span></p>
<p>The reckless swing catches Alexius, who is very familiar with Taisper's conservative and schooled fighting style, completely off-guard. The hellknight would never look for such a massive cut from the inquisitor.</p>
<p>The glowing morning star streaks past Thrune's defenses and catches him right in the temple, where it transfers a golden spike of pure divine power directly into the hellknight's very soul as the physical strength behind the impact lifts him bodily up and sends him reeling to the ground unconscious, blood pouring out of his fractured skull.</p>
<p>Taisper looks down at his former hunting partner, now his foe, crumpled and still on the ground. The inquisitor's face is horrifyingly blank. "<b>Hey Alexius.</b>" he whispers. "<b>You wanna hear a joke?</b>" He stands there a moment, looking at the completely helpless man on the floor, then over to his equally helpless cousin.</p>
<p><i>two roads here you know they all at your feet they all mewling little they all not nobody now who so big is they they can KNOW they can feel it they</i></p>
<p>Taisper shakes his head as if trying to clear it. <i>No. Not anymore. Or at least...not now.</i> Still leaving up all his magical fortifications, the young inquisitor walks over to his cousin and bends down on one knee. For the second time this day, he casts healing magic into his Verik's body.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Assuming that with -8HP, Alexius is down. If not, then I'll retcon as necessary, of course. But in the interest of keeping things moving: Cure Light Wounds on Verik: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12</span></span></p>Taisper's unnerving calm remains intact, but Alexius' last comment stings. he knows that style you pig you hang back and soon you eat that blade you be stuck you gotta break you gott just... The inquisitor shifts the divine energy that courses through him, redirecting it all into his arms and morningstar, readying himself for one killer strike, to end this. Abandoning his usual duck-n-jab tactics, he pours everything he's got into a giant two-handed haymaker blow.
Round 4, Initiative 12
HP:...Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-20T03:41:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCTaisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=14#6762012-08-14T01:44:43Z2012-08-14T01:44:43Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Berrin Myrdal wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Taisper Stozs wrote:</div><blockquote>We try to make time for a game of <a href="http://www.artemis.eochu.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Artemis</a> if at all possible, but not sure that'll happen this year...</blockquote>Hah! Man, I'd <i>love</i> to try that one out! </blockquote><p>It's a LOT of fun if you do it with the right group. We had a total blast when we did it last year.Berrin Myrdal wrote:Taisper Stozs wrote:We try to make time for a game of Artemis if at all possible, but not sure that'll happen this year...
Hah! Man, I'd love to try that one out! It's a LOT of fun if you do it with the right group. We had a total blast when we did it last year.Taisper Stozs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-08-14T01:44:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=380#189792012-06-20T20:47:07Z2012-06-20T20:47:07Z<p>Chen blinks placidly.</p>
<p>"There is a high likelihood the Proctors of the crevice that lies on the Cruel Border between the Plane of Shadow and the Abyss will be coming here. I felt I should warn you. I had Fei come with in an effort to smash a certain...arcane battery that was fueling Khoda, and while in this we succeeded, I underestimated how much power it had stored. The resulting explosion rendered both Fei and I visible to the Spectral Shadowmancers that rule that place. They would be <i>most</i> interested in capturing Fei and utilizing his specific kinetic 'gifts' for their own ends. As you know, the shadow plane is renowned for its ability to break even the purest of souls, the strongest of hearts. Obviously, I will not let them touch my student, but I cannot defend the whole school, especially not against such an invasion force as they would send." </p>
<p>"While I do not know when this would happen, of course, I <i>did</i> destroy one scout already today, which had slightly damaged two of the wards. If there are any additional watches and wards we can put in place that are more specifically attuned to these creatures, it would be advisable. For while I recognize this was my failure and accept full responsibility for it, even I can only be in so many places at once."</p>
<p>The sifu bows. "Thank you for your time, Headmaster. I will not disturb you further." She turns and departs.</p>Chen blinks placidly.
"There is a high likelihood the Proctors of the crevice that lies on the Cruel Border between the Plane of Shadow and the Abyss will be coming here. I felt I should warn you. I had Fei come with in an effort to smash a certain...arcane battery that was fueling Khoda, and while in this we succeeded, I underestimated how much power it had stored. The resulting explosion rendered both Fei and I visible to the Spectral Shadowmancers that rule that place. They would be most...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T20:47:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=121#60012012-06-20T20:36:24Z2012-06-20T20:36:24Z<p>LOL! 'S all good. I ain't <i>even</i> mad.</p>LOL! 'S all good. I ain't even mad.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T20:36:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=120#59992012-06-20T20:35:28Z2012-06-20T20:35:28Z<p>"..."</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T20:35:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=120#59942012-06-20T20:09:14Z2012-06-20T20:09:14Z<p><b>I'LL SHOW YOU A HISSY FIT</b></p>I'LL SHOW YOU A HISSY FITKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T20:09:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=120#59912012-06-20T19:58:06Z2012-06-20T19:58:06Z<p>"<i>Hissy fit</i>"?!</p>"Hissy fit"?!Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T19:58:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=120#59892012-06-20T19:56:12Z2012-06-20T19:56:12Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ephebe the big meanie wrote:</div><blockquote> She may pitch a hissy fit</blockquote><p>"Hissy fit"...?!
<p>•pouts•
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:-(</p>Ephebe the big meanie wrote:She may pitch a hissy fit
"Hissy fit"...?! *pouts*
:-(Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T19:56:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=380#189752012-06-20T19:53:13Z2012-06-20T19:53:13Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Headmaster Ryo wrote:</div><blockquote><p> "Just a moment, Miss Denulia."</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Sifu Chen Daiyu wrote:</div><blockquote> Sifu Daiyu pads barefoot through the halls of the school to the Headmaster's office. Upon arriving, she knocks six times, firmly but politely, in two groups of three.</blockquote><p><i>Ryo waves and the door opens.</i>
<p>"Sifu." <i>Ryo nods a greeting.</i> "What is it?" </blockquote><p>Chen bows respectfully and looks askance at the other guest(s) in the Headmaster's office. "I have a...<i>matter</i> to report, headmaster." She uses inflection and body language to make it clear she would like to discuss the matter in private, if at all possible.
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sorry I've totally lost track of who all is in the office. Also, I promise I'll keep this as brief as possible so as not to clutter things up. Just setting up some stuff for later story arcs...</span></p>Headmaster Ryo wrote:"Just a moment, Miss Denulia."
Sifu Chen Daiyu wrote: Sifu Daiyu pads barefoot through the halls of the school to the Headmaster's office. Upon arriving, she knocks six times, firmly but politely, in two groups of three.
Ryo waves and the door opens. "Sifu." Ryo nods a greeting. "What is it?" Chen bows respectfully and looks askance at the other guest(s) in the Headmaster's office. "I have a...matter to report, headmaster." She uses inflection and body language to make...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T19:53:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=379#189442012-06-20T14:47:37Z2012-06-20T14:47:37Z<p>Sifu Daiyu pads barefoot through the halls of the school to the Headmaster's office. Upon arriving, she knocks six times, firmly but politely, in two groups of three. This is not a secret code or anything like that, it is simply an ancient habit born of superstition, ingrained into her by her parents. She could excise something like this from her persona with ease — she'd done it with enough other tics and habits in the past — but she allows it to remain. </p>
<p>Perhaps it reminds her of home.</p>Sifu Daiyu pads barefoot through the halls of the school to the Headmaster's office. Upon arriving, she knocks six times, firmly but politely, in two groups of three. This is not a secret code or anything like that, it is simply an ancient habit born of superstition, ingrained into her by her parents. She could excise something like this from her persona with ease -- she'd done it with enough other tics and habits in the past -- but she allows it to remain.
Perhaps it reminds her of home.Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-20T14:47:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188782012-06-19T19:37:20Z2012-06-19T19:37:20Z<p>Again the wise smile.</p>
<p>"You will know. I chose you for a reason. Now, hurry, time is of the essence." Nasima nods and gulps, then runs to the end of the ledge and leaps off it, making herself into vapor and catching a strong wind that winds and whips her away towards the east peak. Percy also makes an apprehensive gesture and earth glides down and away.</p>
<p>A couple seconds pass, then two tall, spectrally thin and black-clad beings detach from the shadows in the corners of the room. They glide soundlessly up to Chen, who does not look around or in any way acknowledge their presence.</p>
<p>"Follow them." She whispers. The two humanoids melt back into the shadows and vanish. The sifu's face is inscrutable as she remains looking out into the open for a few moments, then turns and silently leaves the room.</p>Again the wise smile.
"You will know. I chose you for a reason. Now, hurry, time is of the essence." Nasima nods and gulps, then runs to the end of the ledge and leaps off it, making herself into vapor and catching a strong wind that winds and whips her away towards the east peak. Percy also makes an apprehensive gesture and earth glides down and away.
A couple seconds pass, then two tall, spectrally thin and black-clad beings detach from the shadows in the corners of the room. They glide...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T19:37:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188772012-06-19T19:30:38Z2012-06-19T19:30:38Z<p>"...but how will know how to fix them?"</p>"...but how will know how to fix them?"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T19:30:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188762012-06-19T19:22:30Z2012-06-19T19:22:30Z<p>After refreshing herself, Sifu Daiyu invites Percy and Nasima to sit, which they both do.</p>
<p>"Thus far, we are safe. I found one shadow-thing attempting an incursion and...dealt with it."</p>
<p>Her students exchange a knowing glance.</p>
<p>"There is a problem, though. Two, to be exact; the wards on the western peak and eastern peak are alike broken. One was a diversion, the other, where the thing came through. I need you both to fix the wards while I speak with staff here about the potential danger. Nasima; you take the east ward. Percy; the west."</p>After refreshing herself, Sifu Daiyu invites Percy and Nasima to sit, which they both do.
"Thus far, we are safe. I found one shadow-thing attempting an incursion and...dealt with it."
Her students exchange a knowing glance.
"There is a problem, though. Two, to be exact; the wards on the western peak and eastern peak are alike broken. One was a diversion, the other, where the thing came through. I need you both to fix the wards while I speak with staff here about the potential danger....Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T19:22:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188662012-06-19T18:58:31Z2012-06-19T18:58:31Z<p>"Heh. <i>I</i> gotcha. Water it is..." The big elemental stands and goes over to the simple stone well just outside the room. Presently, he returns with the Sifu's bowl. She bows as she takes it from him, then takes a long sip of water, gratitude written plainly on her face.</p>"Heh. I gotcha. Water it is..." The big elemental stands and goes over to the simple stone well just outside the room. Presently, he returns with the Sifu's bowl. She bows as she takes it from him, then takes a long sip of water, gratitude written plainly on her face.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:58:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188652012-06-19T18:56:49Z2012-06-19T18:56:49Z<p>•giggles•</p>*giggles*Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:56:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188642012-06-19T18:56:33Z2012-06-19T18:56:33Z<p>Chen closes her eyes softly and gives a wise smile.</p>Chen closes her eyes softly and gives a wise smile.Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:56:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188632012-06-19T18:55:47Z2012-06-19T18:55:47Z<p>"I can make some tea..."</p>"I can make some tea..."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:55:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188602012-06-19T18:50:18Z2012-06-19T18:50:18Z<p>"Thank you, Percy. Just some water, please. I will make tea later."</p>"Thank you, Percy. Just some water, please. I will make tea later."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:50:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188592012-06-19T18:49:22Z2012-06-19T18:49:22Z<p>"Sifu, can I get you anything?" Percy is doing his best to stifle laughter as 'Sima sticks her tongue out at him.</p>"Sifu, can I get you anything?" Percy is doing his best to stifle laughter as 'Sima sticks her tongue out at him.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:49:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188582012-06-19T18:46:05Z2012-06-19T18:46:05Z<p>"GAH!"</p>
<p>Nasima stumbles back in surprise while Percy laughs.</p>"GAH!"
Nasima stumbles back in surprise while Percy laughs.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:46:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188572012-06-19T18:45:27Z2012-06-19T18:45:27Z<p>•eyes snap open•</p>
<p>"I am fine, Nasima-chan, thank you."</p>*eyes snap open*
"I am fine, Nasima-chan, thank you."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:45:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188542012-06-19T18:41:25Z2012-06-19T18:41:25Z<p>"I just hope she's okay." 'Sima says, while still looking at Percy. She turns back to look at Sifu Daiyu again.</p>"I just hope she's okay." 'Sima says, while still looking at Percy. She turns back to look at Sifu Daiyu again.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:41:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=378#188512012-06-19T18:36:39Z2012-06-19T18:36:39Z<p>"She told us." Percy remains sitting and shrugs. "She's in some shadow-place or something. Doing grown-up stuff, I'm sure. Stuff we'll all be doing soon enough, I'm sure."</p>"She told us." Percy remains sitting and shrugs. "She's in some shadow-place or something. Doing grown-up stuff, I'm sure. Stuff we'll all be doing soon enough, I'm sure."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:36:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188482012-06-19T18:32:35Z2012-06-19T18:32:35Z<p>Nasima sighs and stands. She walks over to Sifu Daiyu and looks at the small human woman with concern. She holds her finger just a centimeter or so over one of the scars on Chen's face, then slowly withdraws her hand. She looks over at Percy. "Where do you think she is?"</p>Nasima sighs and stands. She walks over to Sifu Daiyu and looks at the small human woman with concern. She holds her finger just a centimeter or so over one of the scars on Chen's face, then slowly withdraws her hand. She looks over at Percy. "Where do you think she is?"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:32:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188472012-06-19T18:30:29Z2012-06-19T18:30:29Z<p>"That! Is apparent."</p>"That! Is apparent."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:30:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188462012-06-19T18:30:11Z2012-06-19T18:30:11Z<p>Nasima giggles and dismisses the lightning. "Well <i>I</i> don't know! Ya lug, I don't have <i>words</i> for this sort of thing, I-"</p>Nasima giggles and dismisses the lightning. "Well I don't know! Ya lug, I don't have words for this sort of thing, I-"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:30:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188452012-06-19T18:29:14Z2012-06-19T18:29:14Z<p>"<i>That's</i> descriptive."</p>"That's descriptive."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:29:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188442012-06-19T18:28:33Z2012-06-19T18:28:33Z<p>Nasima sighs and lays on her back. She extends the web of lightning in front of her, lighting up the area around her and connecting the electrical tendrils using both hands, now.</p>
<p>"Okay, okay. Okay you're probably right. I'm sure a lotta this is from the Khoda energy that was 'cleaned' but maybe not cleaned enough, or maybe just in need of re-shaping or whatever. But it's an incredible feeling, Percy. I wish I could describe it. It's like I'm...like...like I'm <i>super-alive</i>."</p>Nasima sighs and lays on her back. She extends the web of lightning in front of her, lighting up the area around her and connecting the electrical tendrils using both hands, now.
"Okay, okay. Okay you're probably right. I'm sure a lotta this is from the Khoda energy that was 'cleaned' but maybe not cleaned enough, or maybe just in need of re-shaping or whatever. But it's an incredible feeling, Percy. I wish I could describe it. It's like I'm...like...like I'm super-alive."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:28:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188432012-06-19T18:25:00Z2012-06-19T18:25:00Z<p>"..."</p>
<p>Percy glowers.</p>"..."
Percy glowers.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:25:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188422012-06-19T18:24:22Z2012-06-19T18:24:22Z<p>Nasima's left eye starts to shine. She explodes another pebble; this one slightly larger than the others have been. "Well, maybe now my thing is being a badass."</p>Nasima's left eye starts to shine. She explodes another pebble; this one slightly larger than the others have been. "Well, maybe now my thing is being a badass."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:24:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188402012-06-19T18:11:25Z2012-06-19T18:11:25Z<p>Percy gives Nasima a flinty look. "I seriously, <i>seriously</i> cannot believe we are having this conversation, your protestations that I <i>should</i> believe it utterly notwithstanding. Just days ago you were sleeping beauty, before that you were 'cute, nice, shy kinda-hippe yoga girl'; like, that was your <i>thing</i>. You <i>can't</i> tell me that at least some of this isn't due to the influence of Khoda."</p>Percy gives Nasima a flinty look. "I seriously, seriously cannot believe we are having this conversation, your protestations that I should believe it utterly notwithstanding. Just days ago you were sleeping beauty, before that you were 'cute, nice, shy kinda-hippe yoga girl'; like, that was your thing. You can't tell me that at least some of this isn't due to the influence of Khoda."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:11:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188382012-06-19T18:02:41Z2012-06-19T18:02:41Z<p>"Yeah." the sylph says absently. She has begun generating a web of electricity between the fingers on her left hand, and is experimenting with sending small "jabs" of electrical power out to explode certain pebbles.</p>"Yeah." the sylph says absently. She has begun generating a web of electricity between the fingers on her left hand, and is experimenting with sending small "jabs" of electrical power out to explode certain pebbles.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:02:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188372013-01-29T15:45:10Z2012-06-19T18:01:01Z<p>Percy nods. "Mm. I do know what you mean, actually. At least maybe he'll be around more. Eye candy."</p>Percy nods. "Mm. I do know what you mean, actually. At least maybe he'll be around more. Eye candy."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T18:01:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188362012-06-19T17:58:54Z2012-06-19T17:58:54Z<p>The two friends have been sitting this whole time. Nasima now lays on her side in a weirdly langurous posture, head resting on her right hand. With her left hand she uses wind to absently move bits of sand around. "Believe it, buddy." She intones. "Keme's cute, too, but he's so <i>sassy</i>. Like, I don't know if I could handle all that, I dunno; 'sparring'."</p>The two friends have been sitting this whole time. Nasima now lays on her side in a weirdly langurous posture, head resting on her right hand. With her left hand she uses wind to absently move bits of sand around. "Believe it, buddy." She intones. "Keme's cute, too, but he's so sassy. Like, I don't know if I could handle all that, I dunno; 'sparring'."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:58:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188352012-06-19T17:55:10Z2012-06-19T17:55:10Z<p>"<i>Na</i>sima! My god! HAhahahahaa!" Percy laughs uproariously. "I can't believe you just <i>said</i> that!"</p>"Nasima! My god! HAhahahahaa!" Percy laughs uproariously. "I can't believe you just said that!"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:55:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188342012-06-19T17:53:42Z2012-06-19T17:53:42Z<p>"..."</p>
<p>'Sima is pensive for a moment, then she breaks into a mischievous grin. "I <i>do</i> know, though, that when he caught me back when I first returned, a few days ago, I could feel Fei's arm through his shirt...<i>gods</i>." She gives Percy a salacious look. "Yum! It was like two cars fighting for a parking spot."</p>"..."
'Sima is pensive for a moment, then she breaks into a mischievous grin. "I do know, though, that when he caught me back when I first returned, a few days ago, I could feel Fei's arm through his shirt...gods." She gives Percy a salacious look. "Yum! It was like two cars fighting for a parking spot."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:53:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188322012-06-19T17:50:33Z2012-06-19T17:50:33Z<p>"..."</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:50:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188312012-06-19T17:49:49Z2012-06-19T17:49:49Z<p>Percy holds his hands up in a placating gesture. "Okay! Okay, sheesh, I'm sorry."</p>Percy holds his hands up in a placating gesture. "Okay! Okay, sheesh, I'm sorry."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:49:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188292012-06-19T17:48:27Z2012-06-19T17:48:27Z<p>"I don't <i>know</i>, Percy, okay? I don't <i>know</i>! I just know what I'm feeling and thinking! I don't know how I'm supposed to tell one set of thoughts from another, it's not like they have a smell or a feel or...or whatever."</p>"I don't know, Percy, okay? I don't know! I just know what I'm feeling and thinking! I don't know how I'm supposed to tell one set of thoughts from another, it's not like they have a smell or a feel or...or whatever."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:48:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188282012-06-19T17:46:50Z2012-06-19T17:46:50Z<p>"...is this a 'Khoda thing'? The energy that they graf-"</p>"...is this a 'Khoda thing'? The energy that they graf-"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:46:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188272012-06-19T17:45:14Z2012-06-19T17:45:14Z<p>"Hm."</p>"Hm."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:45:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188252012-06-19T17:43:10Z2012-06-19T17:43:10Z<p>•sigh•</p>
<p>"The relative hotness of a given boy." Percy looks over at his friend. "<i>You</i> used to always shush <i>me</i> when I'd try to bring it up, remember? Always!"</p>*sigh*
"The relative hotness of a given boy." Percy looks over at his friend. "You used to always shush me when I'd try to bring it up, remember? Always!"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:43:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188242012-06-19T17:41:59Z2012-06-19T17:41:59Z<p>"Like what?"</p>"Like what?"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:41:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188232012-06-19T17:41:15Z2012-06-19T17:41:15Z<p>"Well, I...I mean, sure. But...it's just not like you to just <i>bring up</i> something like, er, like that."</p>"Well, I...I mean, sure. But...it's just not like you to just bring up something like, er, like that."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:41:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188222012-06-19T17:40:05Z2012-06-19T17:40:05Z<p>"So you don't, then. Think he's cute."</p>"So you don't, then. Think he's cute."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:40:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188212012-06-19T17:39:06Z2012-06-19T17:39:06Z<p>"<i>WHAT.</i>"</p>"WHAT."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:39:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=377#188202012-06-19T17:38:30Z2012-06-19T17:38:30Z<p>"...Do you think Fei is cute?"</p>"...Do you think Fei is cute?"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-19T17:38:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=376#187672012-06-18T19:36:21Z2012-06-18T19:36:21Z<p>"Cosmic...concepts? I am sorry. I do not understand. Is this a common reference among your people? I understand magic at the conceptual level, but are you saying you were...constructed? Out of...constituent matter?"</p>"Cosmic...concepts? I am sorry. I do not understand. Is this a common reference among your people? I understand magic at the conceptual level, but are you saying you were...constructed? Out of...constituent matter?"Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T19:36:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=376#187642012-06-18T18:56:29Z2012-06-18T18:56:29Z<p>Yu regards Fieri. "...Thank you! I am learning. There is <i>so much</i> to learn."</p>Yu regards Fieri. "...Thank you! I am learning. There is so much to learn."Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T18:56:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=376#187632012-06-18T18:41:33Z2012-06-18T18:41:33Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>For the record, those weird belches of binary info that Yu is doing <a href="http://thedarkclan.com/YuBinaryBelch.mp3" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>sound like this</b></a>.</span></p>For the record, those weird belches of binary info that Yu is doing sound like this.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T18:41:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=376#187612012-06-18T18:30:09Z2012-06-18T18:30:09Z<p>"<b><i>01100010 01100001 01100100 01000011 01010010 01000011 01100011 01101111 01110010 01110010 01110101 01110000 01110100 01110011 01100011 01100001 01100110 01100110 01101111 01101100 01100100</i></b>"</p>
<p>•cough•</p>
<p>"Er...'excuse me'...?"</p>"01100010 01100001 01100100 01000011 01010010 01000011 01100011 01101111 01110010 01110010 01110101 01110000 01110100 01110011 01100011 01100001 01100110 01100110 01101111 01101100 01100100"
*cough*
"Er...'excuse me'...?"Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T18:30:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=376#187602012-06-18T18:27:47Z2012-06-18T18:27:47Z<p>Yu is watching Roland with great interest, now completely ignoring everyone else at the table. Seemingly unable to contain himself any longer, he blurts out. "Hello, friend Roland if-I-may-call-you-a-friend. I was wondering, if I may ask — I request permission as I do not wish to anger anyone and it was pointed out with I believe high accuracy that presuming an excess of unwarranted familiarity with people such as attend this facility may lead to unwanted conflict — how were you <i>made</i>?" Yu's face is still a mask of neutral sophistication and a sort of uniquely cosmopolitan arrogance, but he does seem genuinely interested in Roland's answer.</p>Yu is watching Roland with great interest, now completely ignoring everyone else at the table. Seemingly unable to contain himself any longer, he blurts out. "Hello, friend Roland if-I-may-call-you-a-friend. I was wondering, if I may ask -- I request permission as I do not wish to anger anyone and it was pointed out with I believe high accuracy that presuming an excess of unwarranted familiarity with people such as attend this facility may lead to unwanted conflict -- how were you made?" Yu's...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T18:27:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=119#59172012-06-18T15:45:09Z2012-06-18T07:05:34Z<p>..."Dance Dance Ovulation"?</p>
<p>Sorry, that's terrible. 8-X</p>..."Dance Dance Ovulation"?
Sorry, that's terrible. 8-XPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T07:05:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=375#187472012-06-18T05:22:50Z2012-06-18T05:22:50Z<p>Yu watches the exchange between Ephebe, Krays, and Dylen with great interest and focus.</p>Yu watches the exchange between Ephebe, Krays, and Dylen with great interest and focus.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T05:22:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=375#187452012-06-18T05:01:38Z2012-06-18T05:01:38Z<p>"..."</p>
<p>"...I <i>cannnn't</i>! I need to <i>do</i> something!"</p>"..."
"...I cannnn't! I need to do something!"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T05:01:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=375#187442012-06-18T05:01:02Z2012-06-18T05:01:02Z<p>"Center yourself."</p>"Center yourself."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T05:01:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=375#187432012-06-18T05:00:38Z2012-06-18T05:00:38Z<p>"I'm getting restless."</p>"I'm getting restless."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T05:00:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=375#187352012-06-18T04:19:32Z2012-06-18T04:19:32Z<p>Yu arches one perfectly-plucked, elegant eyebrow, and makes a face like he's impressed, but remains quiet.</p>Yu arches one perfectly-plucked, elegant eyebrow, and makes a face like he's impressed, but remains quiet.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T04:19:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: Rivers Run Red OOCGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerRiversRunRed/discussion&page=8#3782012-06-18T04:17:31Z2012-06-18T04:17:31Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Verik The Cheapskate wrote:</div><blockquote>"I'd pay real copper to see that!"</blockquote><p>•shakes head•
<p>Typical Abadarian... ;-)</p>Verik The Cheapskate wrote:"I'd pay real copper to see that!"
*shakes head* Typical Abadarian... ;-)Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T04:17:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=375#187322012-06-18T04:07:03Z2012-06-18T04:07:03Z<p>Yu smiles at Roland as he approaches and sits, but says nothing. He continues to sit and not drink his water.</p>Yu smiles at Roland as he approaches and sits, but says nothing. He continues to sit and not drink his water.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-18T04:07:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=375#187052012-06-17T17:38:00Z2012-06-17T17:38:00Z<p>Yu's eyebrows shoot up, but he does not appear to be upset. "Ah. I apologize. I am sorry. There is...machine <i>in</i> me, you have guessed correctly! I do not wish to cause to anger. I can be silent if you wish. I have so much to learn." He nods deferentially to Fieri, and promptly clams up, though he continues to smile at anyone who looks his way, including passersby. A couple of younger kids walk by and are obviously creeped out by this.</p>Yu's eyebrows shoot up, but he does not appear to be upset. "Ah. I apologize. I am sorry. There is...machine in me, you have guessed correctly! I do not wish to cause to anger. I can be silent if you wish. I have so much to learn." He nods deferentially to Fieri, and promptly clams up, though he continues to smile at anyone who looks his way, including passersby. A couple of younger kids walk by and are obviously creeped out by this.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-17T17:38:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186972012-06-17T01:08:57Z2012-06-17T01:08:57Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">"Jim" Rivets wrote:</div><blockquote> Jim bends down to inspect it. <b>It would certainly be interesting to be able to make these, but it seems to take parts of your body to do so, and besides, there are more important things at hand. For starters, how do you know of my flight? I don't think I've ever done so in front of you.</b> </blockquote><p>"Oh, can you fly? I did not know! Hah! Hah! I guessed correctly. I am happy. This was simply a thing I thought would be helpful for a tiny version of you to have.""Jim" Rivets wrote:Jim bends down to inspect it. It would certainly be interesting to be able to make these, but it seems to take parts of your body to do so, and besides, there are more important things at hand. For starters, how do you know of my flight? I don't think I've ever done so in front of you.
"Oh, can you fly? I did not know! Hah! Hah! I guessed correctly. I am happy. This was simply a thing I thought would be helpful for a tiny version of you to have."Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-17T01:08:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186852012-06-16T23:03:06Z2012-06-16T23:03:06Z<p>Yu looks blankly at Jim for a second, then laughs. "Hahahahaaa! No, I am fine. Things are fine. One of my powers is regeneration, but my mind goes blank and I kind of lose muscle control when it happens! When I was young, I would even poop in my pants! HAHAHAHAHAHAAA! So that is one reason why Father sent me here, so things wouldn't get worse. So I could learn to control things and not make messes. I did not make one right now, if you were wondering. Anyway you would smell it if I had. I had tacos! Earlier!" The well-dressed youngster laughs as if he had just told the funniest joke in the multiverse.</p>
<p>"Well, friend, you do not have to tell me about your Powers. I understand. I am sorry if I was too c- if I was nosey. That was not my goal. I will say, though, that maybe one of my Powers could help with yours! For example!"</p>
<p>Yu's right pants leg suddenly goes limp from about the knee down, and to everyone's horror, his foot and calf come crawling out from under the table on 5 mismatched spider-like legs, clacking and clawing sightlessly towards Jim. Long before it gets to him, though, the thing dissolves into a quicksilver-ish fluid (or is it?), and then slowly out of this puddle an exact replica of Jim begins to form. Feet first, then the powerful, broad legs and articulated core. Up through the torso, arms, and neck and head. In the end, it is only about 6" tall, and looks in every way identical to the Champion of Creation. It flies up onto the table on little jets that come out of its shoulder and salutes Jim.</p>
<p>"<b><span class=tiny>reporting for duty, boss!</span></b>" the thing says, and its voice even sounds eerily like Jim's. This construct's movements are fast and liquid and strong. It appears by all accounts to be another life form. In some ways, it seems more alive than Yu himself.</p>
<p>Yu grins at Jim in what it's clear he <i>thinks</i> is a friendly way. "A gift! To you! For friends! I can make this thing. I can show you how to make these sometime, if you'd like. Just ask!" The wealthy merchant's son looks amiably around the table and settles his eyes back on Dylen. "So! You! Friend. We were discussing your imagination. What things does it make! How do they appear! Deific Entity, like Krays?!"</p>Yu looks blankly at Jim for a second, then laughs. "Hahahahaaa! No, I am fine. Things are fine. One of my powers is regeneration, but my mind goes blank and I kind of lose muscle control when it happens! When I was young, I would even poop in my pants! HAHAHAHAHAHAAA! So that is one reason why Father sent me here, so things wouldn't get worse. So I could learn to control things and not make messes. I did not make one right now, if you were wondering. Anyway you would smell it if I had. I had...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T23:03:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186792012-06-16T21:38:23Z2012-06-16T21:38:23Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Krays wrote:</div><blockquote> "Some of my power is innate, some of it is granted by a deific being. What manner of being are you?" </blockquote><p>Oh, just a friend. Just a...just a merchant's son. My father is involved with the feed of supplies to this school. That food you're eating, right there? Some of that came out of our supply chain. Probably not all of it, though. When I began to manifest Powers, he wanted me to come here to learn how to <b><i>011000100110000101100100010000110101001001000011</i></b> since he already knew this establishment was top-grade. So I am here! To learn about powers, now!"
<p>He turns to <b>Jim</b>: "Hello, friend! You are...mechanic. Operator. Engineer. Maker. Yes? What Powers do you have! How do they manifest! How is it you make. As in these large duplicates of yourself." He indicates the homunculi with his stump.</p>Krays wrote:"Some of my power is innate, some of it is granted by a deific being. What manner of being are you?"
Oh, just a friend. Just a...just a merchant's son. My father is involved with the feed of supplies to this school. That food you're eating, right there? Some of that came out of our supply chain. Probably not all of it, though. When I began to manifest Powers, he wanted me to come here to learn how to 011000100110000101100100010000110101001001000011 since he already knew this...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T21:38:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186672012-06-16T20:11:24Z2012-06-16T20:11:24Z<p>Yu turns to face Krays and smiles warmly at him, but it's the smile of a politician seeking election, or a salesman seeking your money. "Thank you, friend! You are Krays, correct? I ha- <b><i>01100010 0110000101100100010000110101001001000011011100100110010100101101 011010010110111001101001011101000110110101100101011011010111001101101100 011011110111010000110000011110000011000000110000 0011000000110010 </i></b> -ve seen some of your powers! But only some! Things that are no longer alive, you can control, yes? When did this manifest! <b><i>011000100110000101100100 0010000001110111011100100110100101110100011001010010000001101001 0110111000100000001100000111100000110111001110000011011100111000 </i></b> How do you...do your power?!"</p>
<p>Yu continues to not drink his water. He hasn't even opened it. Perhaps he's saving it for later.</p>Yu turns to face Krays and smiles warmly at him, but it's the smile of a politician seeking election, or a salesman seeking your money. "Thank you, friend! You are Krays, correct? I ha- 01100010 0110000101100100010000110101001001000011011100100110010100101101 011010010110111001101001011101000110110101100101011011010111001101101100 011011110111010000110000011110000011000000110000 0011000000110010 -ve seen some of your powers! But only some! Things that are no longer alive, you can control,...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T20:11:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186612012-06-16T19:17:47Z2012-06-16T19:17:47Z<p>Yu grins broadly at Dylen and replies eagerly; "That is excellent! What do you imagine! How does your Power manifest!"</p>Yu grins broadly at Dylen and replies eagerly; "That is excellent! What do you imagine! How does your Power manifest!"Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T19:17:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186572012-06-16T08:37:25Z2012-06-16T08:37:25Z<p>Percy frowns and emits steam from his veins. "Me neither. But whatever it is, I doubt it's good."</p>Percy frowns and emits steam from his veins. "Me neither. But whatever it is, I doubt it's good."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T08:37:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186562012-06-16T08:36:51Z2012-06-16T08:36:51Z<p>"It feels silly locking a door in this place, but whatever. It's a start." Nasima sounds worried. "What do you think a <i>Shadowmancer</i> is, Perce? I've never heard of 'em."</p>"It feels silly locking a door in this place, but whatever. It's a start." Nasima sounds worried. "What do you think a Shadowmancer is, Perce? I've never heard of 'em."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T08:36:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186552012-06-16T08:36:06Z2012-06-16T08:36:06Z<p>"As Fei and I were being disincorporealized and sent back through the chain of our respective realities, I saw that we had, unfortunately, been observed. It is my mistake, and I may have jeopardized the school for it. One of the inhabitants of the crevice of shadow that rings the abyssal plane saw us. One of the Proctors. A shadowmancer. Something Ryleh said clued me in to the possibility of Khoda getting power fed to him. It took some time, but by observing your aura, Nasima, I was able to track back to the crevice. I knew what had to be done. I took Fei because of the purity of his spirit, but I fear the banked fires of his immense power will be as a beacon to a Proctor. Or, if we are unlucky, a bench of proctors. They will come."</p>
<p>She pauses.</p>
<p>"We should...prevent their coming, if possible. I am going to leave for two hours, Nasima. I need you and Percy to help by staying here and making sure no one comes in or out of this classroom. Absolutely no one. Am I clear?" </p>
<p>'Sima and Perce nod, their eyes big as saucers.</p>
<p>"I will make a check of the borderlands and set certain alarms. Then I return to see what help I can gather, and what more I can learn. Now. Hopefully this will be quite easy. I trust you both tremendously."</p>
<p>With that, Sifu Daiyu closes her eyes, and is silent. All is silent. A chill wind blows across the flat rock ledge, but Percy and Nasima remain for a moment or two. Then the sylph gets up, goes over, and locks the door.</p>"As Fei and I were being disincorporealized and sent back through the chain of our respective realities, I saw that we had, unfortunately, been observed. It is my mistake, and I may have jeopardized the school for it. One of the inhabitants of the crevice of shadow that rings the abyssal plane saw us. One of the Proctors. A shadowmancer. Something Ryleh said clued me in to the possibility of Khoda getting power fed to him. It took some time, but by observing your aura, Nasima, I was able to...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T08:36:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=374#186532012-06-16T08:21:57Z2012-06-16T08:21:57Z<p>An extremely handsome <span class=messageboard-ooc>asian</span> kid in a perfectly-tailored and obnoxiously expensive suit strides confidently around the corner to the cafeteria. Spotting Dylen and Ephebe and Krays and the others, he snags a bottle of water and comes over to the table. His voice has a strange glitch to it, and his left hand is missing, the cuffs of his shirt and suit flapping limply over the abrupt stump of his wrist.</p>
<p>"Hello friends! Mind if I <b><i>011001010111001001110010011011110111001000110101 0011001001100011011011110110111001110110011001010111001001110100 011100110111010101101101</i></b> join you?" The garbled blast of machinespeak in the middle of his sentence sounds like a protracted metallic belch and bears stark contrast to his otherwise-flawless appearance.</p>
<p>Without waiting for a reply, Yu sits down and emits another metallic grinding sound from low in his sternum. "<i><b>011000100110000101100100010000110101001001000011</b></i>" He then announces to no one in particular; "That's one of my powers. That I've got. That I do. Here. I'm learning to control it with help. Here." He smiles winningly and does not drink his water.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>"So! I'm still new. What are everyone's powers? Can any of you do magic powers? Or machine powers? Guns? Books? Weather? Metal? Really curious! I am really curious."</p>An extremely handsome asian kid in a perfectly-tailored and obnoxiously expensive suit strides confidently around the corner to the cafeteria. Spotting Dylen and Ephebe and Krays and the others, he snags a bottle of water and comes over to the table. His voice has a strange glitch to it, and his left hand is missing, the cuffs of his shirt and suit flapping limply over the abrupt stump of his wrist.
"Hello friends! Mind if I 011001010111001001110010011011110111001000110101...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-16T08:21:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184232012-06-14T06:13:22Z2012-06-14T06:13:22Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Keme Tokala wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Nasima Shearskye wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Nasima looks stunned, then glances over at Percy and Fei. The former shrugs, the latter gazes placidly back at her. She opens her mouth to speak, seems to think better of it, then simply bows deeply to Chen Daiyu.</p>
<p>"Yes, sifu." She sips her tea, and there is a moment of silence which Nasima once again breaks. "So, who was throwing fire nets? That seems...out of character for who was there. And was Enre so easily captured? I thought that guy was like a tank or something." </blockquote>"I honestly have no idea where the fire nets came from. Though we were all grateful for them. And Enre is a tank. But he's better on solid ground. And those things....they were strong. Way worse than we expected." </blockquote><p>'Sima nods. "I understand. That's...yeah."Keme Tokala wrote:Nasima Shearskye wrote:Nasima looks stunned, then glances over at Percy and Fei. The former shrugs, the latter gazes placidly back at her. She opens her mouth to speak, seems to think better of it, then simply bows deeply to Chen Daiyu.
"Yes, sifu." She sips her tea, and there is a moment of silence which Nasima once again breaks. "So, who was throwing fire nets? That seems...out of character for who was there. And was Enre so easily captured? I thought that guy was like a...Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T06:13:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184162012-06-14T05:09:24Z2012-06-14T05:09:24Z<p>Nasima looks stunned, then glances over at Percy and Fei. The former shrugs, the latter gazes placidly back at her. She opens her mouth to speak, seems to think better of it, then simply bows deeply to Chen Daiyu.</p>
<p>"Yes, sifu." She sips her tea, and there is a moment of silence which Nasima once again breaks. "So, who was throwing fire nets? That seems...out of character for who was there. And was Enre so easily captured? I thought that guy was like a tank or something."</p>Nasima looks stunned, then glances over at Percy and Fei. The former shrugs, the latter gazes placidly back at her. She opens her mouth to speak, seems to think better of it, then simply bows deeply to Chen Daiyu.
"Yes, sifu." She sips her tea, and there is a moment of silence which Nasima once again breaks. "So, who was throwing fire nets? That seems...out of character for who was there. And was Enre so easily captured? I thought that guy was like a tank or something."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T05:09:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184152012-06-14T05:07:42Z2012-06-14T05:07:42Z<p>"No. Back to the beginning." The master paragon cuts Nasima off. "You are not who you were. You must reacquaint yourself with yourself. You must begin again."</p>"No. Back to the beginning." The master paragon cuts Nasima off. "You are not who you were. You must reacquaint yourself with yourself. You must begin again."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T05:07:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184132012-06-14T05:04:03Z2012-06-14T05:04:03Z<p>She gives him a sincere smile, and takes off the charm. She hands it back to him, making sure her fingertips brush his when she does so. A small electric shock thrills through his hand. </p>
<p>"Well. I'm glad my unicorn dreams didn't turn you into a girl or something." Nasima says, and there's still something about the way she talks now, an aggression that wasn't there before, that's becoming more and more apparent as the hours go by. More obvious, too. </p>
<p>"Sifu Daiyu. I guess I'll need to hit the advanced class even-"</p>She gives him a sincere smile, and takes off the charm. She hands it back to him, making sure her fingertips brush his when she does so. A small electric shock thrills through his hand.
"Well. I'm glad my unicorn dreams didn't turn you into a girl or something." Nasima says, and there's still something about the way she talks now, an aggression that wasn't there before, that's becoming more and more apparent as the hours go by. More obvious, too.
"Sifu Daiyu. I guess I'll need to hit the...Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T05:04:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184112012-06-14T05:01:31Z2012-06-14T05:01:31Z<p>Sifu Daiyu brings the tea service over and seems neither offended nor particularly surprised when Keme refuses the offered beverage.</p>Sifu Daiyu brings the tea service over and seems neither offended nor particularly surprised when Keme refuses the offered beverage.Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T05:01:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184102012-06-14T04:59:41Z2012-06-14T04:59:41Z<p>"Heheheeee!"</p>"Heheheeee!"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:59:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184092012-06-14T04:59:02Z2012-06-14T04:59:02Z<p>The left corner of Nasima's mouth curls up into an equally cocky grin. She wrinkles her nose in mock disgust. "Ew! Creep." </p>
<p>Her giggle is infectious.</p>The left corner of Nasima's mouth curls up into an equally cocky grin. She wrinkles her nose in mock disgust. "Ew! Creep."
Her giggle is infectious.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:59:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184052012-06-14T04:35:15Z2012-06-14T04:35:15Z<p>•blink•
<br />
"..."</p>*blink*
"..."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:35:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184042012-06-14T04:34:00Z2012-06-14T04:34:00Z<p>"..."</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:34:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184032012-06-14T04:27:19Z2012-06-14T04:27:19Z<p>"I'm just so grateful, Keme, is what I'm saying. You know? I owe you all my life. And all this time, you were there...watching over me...even as I...I slept?"</p>
<p>She looks at him with her mismatched eyes. If he peers in really closely, Keme can see the faintest traces of scar tissue around the left one, just a tiny ring of imperfection on her otherwise alabaster skin. A reminder, perhaps.</p>
<p>"Could you see my dreams, Champion of Hope?" she asks, the left eye glinting.</p>"I'm just so grateful, Keme, is what I'm saying. You know? I owe you all my life. And all this time, you were there...watching over me...even as I...I slept?"
She looks at him with her mismatched eyes. If he peers in really closely, Keme can see the faintest traces of scar tissue around the left one, just a tiny ring of imperfection on her otherwise alabaster skin. A reminder, perhaps.
"Could you see my dreams, Champion of Hope?" she asks, the left eye glinting.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:27:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184022012-06-14T04:23:04Z2012-06-14T04:23:04Z<p>Percy smiles and pats Nasima on the shoulder. Even with her new stature, Percy's massive hand is still gigantic next to her slim frame.</p>Percy smiles and pats Nasima on the shoulder. Even with her new stature, Percy's massive hand is still gigantic next to her slim frame.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:23:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=369#184012012-06-14T04:21:24Z2012-06-14T04:21:24Z<p>'Sima looks at Keme. She laughs weakly. "Yeah. Ryleh. I don't..." She gives a huge sigh. "...I'm sorry. This is just too much. I can't believe everyone put themselves on the line for me like that, Khoda was just...I mean, when I see Vai, trapped in his...<i>tendril</i> like that..." The slyph tears up, and her voice gets scratchy. Percy hands her a handkerchief.</p>
<p>"<span class=tiny>Thanks, Perce.</span>"</p>'Sima looks at Keme. She laughs weakly. "Yeah. Ryleh. I don't..." She gives a huge sigh. "...I'm sorry. This is just too much. I can't believe everyone put themselves on the line for me like that, Khoda was just...I mean, when I see Vai, trapped in his...tendril like that..." The slyph tears up, and her voice gets scratchy. Percy hands her a handkerchief.
"Thanks, Perce."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:21:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183942012-06-14T04:03:38Z2012-06-14T04:03:38Z<p>Nasima sits back and stretches her legs out in front of her. She stares at the middle-distance just past her toes. </p>
<p>"I can't even...how can I ever possibly ever even begin to thank everybody involved? How did I not know this was going on? I...I just..."</p>Nasima sits back and stretches her legs out in front of her. She stares at the middle-distance just past her toes.
"I can't even...how can I ever possibly ever even begin to thank everybody involved? How did I not know this was going on? I...I just..."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T04:03:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=117#58102012-06-14T02:58:25Z2012-06-14T02:58:25Z<p>Hahahaha, ain't that the truth!</p>Hahahaha, ain't that the truth!Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T02:58:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=117#58082012-06-14T01:43:02Z2012-06-14T01:43:02Z<p>Heh. As long as it all fits in terms of character and RP. It seems to make sense with what's happened to her and her sudden physical and emotional changes. Oh, and having bits of a god's life essence grafted on to hers. :-D</p>Heh. As long as it all fits in terms of character and RP. It seems to make sense with what's happened to her and her sudden physical and emotional changes. Oh, and having bits of a god's life essence grafted on to hers. :-DNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-14T01:43:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183842012-06-13T22:11:52Z2012-06-13T22:11:52Z<p>"..."</p>
<p>•bows•</p>
<p>"Of course. Please, enter and be at peace." Daiyu's black eyes flash with understanding as the group enters. Looking off to the side, it is clear that a tea serving has already been prepared.</p>"..."
*bows*
"Of course. Please, enter and be at peace." Daiyu's black eyes flash with understanding as the group enters. Looking off to the side, it is clear that a tea serving has already been prepared.Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T22:11:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183802012-06-13T22:08:47Z2012-06-13T22:08:47Z<p>"Yeah, Fei; it's alright. Come on." Nasima's heart is hammering in her throat — <i>whatamiDOOOING?!</i> — as she steps forward and takes Fei's arm, pressing it up against her to move the big monk along. It was something she'd seen her mom use on courtiers and officials to marvelous effect; always got 'em to move.</p>
<p>She then loops one arm around Fei's and the other arm around Keme's and sort of hauls them along down the hall, pausing only to give Percy a brief, terrified-but-exhilarated look.</p>"Yeah, Fei; it's alright. Come on." Nasima's heart is hammering in her throat -- whatamiDOOOING?! -- as she steps forward and takes Fei's arm, pressing it up against her to move the big monk along. It was something she'd seen her mom use on courtiers and officials to marvelous effect; always got 'em to move.
She then loops one arm around Fei's and the other arm around Keme's and sort of hauls them along down the hall, pausing only to give Percy a brief, terrified-but-exhilarated look.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T22:08:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=116#57992012-06-13T21:43:23Z2012-06-13T21:43:23Z<p>Ohhhhhh yeah. Forgot about that. Alignment doesn't occur to me much in this game, for a variety of reasons.</p>Ohhhhhh yeah. Forgot about that. Alignment doesn't occur to me much in this game, for a variety of reasons.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:43:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=116#57972012-06-13T21:33:57Z2012-06-13T21:33:57Z<p>UGH! <i>Boys</i>!</p>UGH! Boys!Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:33:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=116#57952012-06-13T21:29:55Z2012-06-13T21:29:55Z<p>We don't have to RP out Keme explaining things if you don't want to, Lyn; we can do a cut to the mediation class room and I can just go on with 'Sima now knowing basically what happened. Or we can RP the whole thing just to see how the tension between these four plays out. I'm cool with it either way. :-)</p>
<p>I also must admit some surprise at the ferocity with which Fei came to 'Sima's defense. Hmmmm... Boys boys boys.</p>We don't have to RP out Keme explaining things if you don't want to, Lyn; we can do a cut to the mediation class room and I can just go on with 'Sima now knowing basically what happened. Or we can RP the whole thing just to see how the tension between these four plays out. I'm cool with it either way. :-)
I also must admit some surprise at the ferocity with which Fei came to 'Sima's defense. Hmmmm... Boys boys boys.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:29:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183732012-06-13T21:24:38Z2012-06-13T21:24:38Z<p>"Shut <b>UP</b>, YOU...!" Another embarrassed look around, then, after sharing a conspiratorial smile with her good friend, she whispers again; "<i><span class=tiny>Seriously. Shut up. I can barely control things. This is really hard. Okay? I need to know what happened to me, so let's just walk upstairs with foxy-yummy-boy there and SEE? SEE? That is TOTALLY not me saying that! I...oh I give up. Let's just go.</span></i>"</p>
<p>Nasima almost dissolves into giggles at the exaggerated, smartass smirk Percy is giving her while she's talking. She turns towards the others. "Okay, yeah, let's go upstairs. Fei, could you come with? I just want to know what happened and I get the feeling you were involved, too..."</p>
<p>As she walks to the door, she looks at her ruined shirt and pants and shrugs. "Oh what the hell." she says, and takes them off and dumps them in the garbage. Thus, clad in boyshorts and a sports bra, she and the boxer-clad fox spirit, magma elemental, and paragon all troop towards the meditation classroom.</p>"Shut UP, YOU...!" Another embarrassed look around, then, after sharing a conspiratorial smile with her good friend, she whispers again; "Seriously. Shut up. I can barely control things. This is really hard. Okay? I need to know what happened to me, so let's just walk upstairs with foxy-yummy-boy there and SEE? SEE? That is TOTALLY not me saying that! I...oh I give up. Let's just go."
Nasima almost dissolves into giggles at the exaggerated, smartass smirk Percy is giving her while she's...Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:24:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183722012-06-13T21:18:18Z2012-06-13T21:18:18Z<p>Percy waves dismissively at Ghalen. "Oh no, we'll be leaving. Keme has a good idea. We're gonna go upstairs with him. You boys just...just do whatever it is you're here to do."</p>
<p>He then whispers back to Nasima; "<i><span class=tiny>Well I can certainly understand <b>that</b>. Frankly you're overdue for some 'urging', young lady.</i></span>"</p>Percy waves dismissively at Ghalen. "Oh no, we'll be leaving. Keme has a good idea. We're gonna go upstairs with him. You boys just...just do whatever it is you're here to do."
He then whispers back to Nasima; "Well I can certainly understand that. Frankly you're overdue for some 'urging', young lady."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:18:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183712012-06-13T21:16:17Z2012-06-13T21:16:17Z<p>Nasima motions for Percy to come down to her and then gets up on tip-toes to whisper in his ear; "<span class=tiny><i>I don't know. There's something electric inside me, in my belly. I can't control things, can't control...um...'urges'.</i></span>" She makes a subtle gesture towards Fei and Keme.</p>Nasima motions for Percy to come down to her and then gets up on tip-toes to whisper in his ear; "I don't know. There's something electric inside me, in my belly. I can't control things, can't control...um...'urges'." She makes a subtle gesture towards Fei and Keme.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:16:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183692012-06-13T21:14:10Z2012-06-13T21:14:10Z<p>Percy looks down at Nasima in mock surprise. "When did <i>you</i> get all snotty?"</p>Percy looks down at Nasima in mock surprise. "When did you get all snotty?"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:14:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183662012-06-13T21:06:50Z2012-06-13T21:06:50Z<p>Hands on hips, Nasima rolls her eyes. "What. <i>Ever</i>."</p>Hands on hips, Nasima rolls her eyes. "What. Ever."Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T21:06:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183642012-06-13T20:54:17Z2012-06-13T20:54:17Z<p>Nasima makes a strangled little sound of embarrassment, but answers in a respectably straightforward manner. "I know, right?! Nothing's <i>work</i>ing right. Everything I'm getting is too <i>much.</i> But what is this about my soul?! What happened?! Am I...am I Khoda now? You guys..." lack of clothes be damned, Nasima clears out the fog. She looks lost. "You guys I really don't know what's going on. Okay? I'm pretty freaked out. I'm thankful, don't get me wrong. <i>Please</i> don't. But first I need to know what's <i>happened</i> to me!"</p>Nasima makes a strangled little sound of embarrassment, but answers in a respectably straightforward manner. "I know, right?! Nothing's working right. Everything I'm getting is too much. But what is this about my soul?! What happened?! Am I...am I Khoda now? You guys..." lack of clothes be damned, Nasima clears out the fog. She looks lost. "You guys I really don't know what's going on. Okay? I'm pretty freaked out. I'm thankful, don't get me wrong. Please don't. But first I need to know...Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T20:54:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183622012-06-13T20:48:22Z2012-06-13T20:48:22Z<p>"Huh? EEP!" She turns sunset-colored, then quickly summons a small fog to cover herself. Unfortunately, she badly misjudges her new strength, and a massive bank of billowing, thick, grey water vapor comes rushing in from all directions, almost completely obscuring all sight and making everyone a bit damp.</p>
<p>"ACK! Sorry. SORRY! Sorry. That was me. My fault. Ugh!" She stamps her foot exasperatedly.</p>"Huh? EEP!" She turns sunset-colored, then quickly summons a small fog to cover herself. Unfortunately, she badly misjudges her new strength, and a massive bank of billowing, thick, grey water vapor comes rushing in from all directions, almost completely obscuring all sight and making everyone a bit damp.
"ACK! Sorry. SORRY! Sorry. That was me. My fault. Ugh!" She stamps her foot exasperatedly.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T20:48:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183612012-06-13T20:45:51Z2012-06-13T20:45:51Z<p>Percy turns and lifts 'Sima up so she can stand. Her shirt is torn to tatters, likewise her yoga pants, leaving an awful lot of bare flesh exposed, of which she seems entirely unaware. With her new physique, she rather resembles a particularly attractive (and young) beach volleyball star. Percy clucks his tongue.</p>
<p>"Nasima, sweetie, you look fabulous now, but your last change really did a number on your clothes..."</p>Percy turns and lifts 'Sima up so she can stand. Her shirt is torn to tatters, likewise her yoga pants, leaving an awful lot of bare flesh exposed, of which she seems entirely unaware. With her new physique, she rather resembles a particularly attractive (and young) beach volleyball star. Percy clucks his tongue.
"Nasima, sweetie, you look fabulous now, but your last change really did a number on your clothes..."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T20:45:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183592012-06-13T20:35:19Z2012-06-13T20:35:19Z<p>Nasima's jaw drops a little bit. "Wha-what are you...saying..." She's fighting with being happy to see Percy and Fei, her new...feelings for Keme, and dealing with what she's hearing. In the end, she remains seated, listening, clearly pretty overcome.</p>Nasima's jaw drops a little bit. "Wha-what are you...saying..." She's fighting with being happy to see Percy and Fei, her new...feelings for Keme, and dealing with what she's hearing. In the end, she remains seated, listening, clearly pretty overcome.Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T20:35:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183572012-06-13T20:32:45Z2012-06-13T20:32:45Z<p>"OOOOOHHHHHHhh it takes a lot more than that to do in a magma elemental, deario, 'specially this one. Sheesh. Give a girl some new powers and it goes <i>straight</i> to her head! Thinks she's all <i>powerful</i> all of a sudden." Percy 'glides up out of the floor and stands behind Nasima, smirking. Then, seeing Keme, he jumps in front of her, blocking her vision. "DON'T LOOK! This is a sight only I can handle. It would be too much for you! Rowr!" He looks at Keme's tush as the fox spirit turns to leave and two plumes of steam come out of his eyesockets.</p>"OOOOOHHHHHHhh it takes a lot more than that to do in a magma elemental, deario, 'specially this one. Sheesh. Give a girl some new powers and it goes straight to her head! Thinks she's all powerful all of a sudden." Percy 'glides up out of the floor and stands behind Nasima, smirking. Then, seeing Keme, he jumps in front of her, blocking her vision. "DON'T LOOK! This is a sight only I can handle. It would be too much for you! Rowr!" He looks at Keme's tush as the fox spirit turns to leave and...Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T20:32:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183562012-06-13T20:29:34Z2012-06-13T20:29:34Z<p>"Fox charm? 'Seed'? Divine...I don't know what anyone is talking about! Is this more to do with Khoda? I...I assumed he was...<i>gone</i>. Is that not the case? If so, I...I don't know." She plonks herself down, lotus-style, onto the floor. "I just wish Percy would come back! I'm afraid I-"</p>"Fox charm? 'Seed'? Divine...I don't know what anyone is talking about! Is this more to do with Khoda? I...I assumed he was...gone. Is that not the case? If so, I...I don't know." She plonks herself down, lotus-style, onto the floor. "I just wish Percy would come back! I'm afraid I-"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T20:29:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=368#183512012-06-13T20:00:29Z2012-06-13T20:00:29Z<p>"...Fei?"</p>
<p>'Sima loses a bit of altitude, and starts to shrink somewhat.</p>
<p>"...ooooooohhh no! What have I...what the hell am I?"</p>
<p>She reverts to herself fully, though still has different coloring, heterochromatic eyes, and is larger and more athletic. She lands softly on the gym floor. "...Percy? Where'd you go? I don't know what I did! Please! Come back! OH I'm so sorry!"</p>"...Fei?"
'Sima loses a bit of altitude, and starts to shrink somewhat.
"...ooooooohhh no! What have I...what the hell am I?"
She reverts to herself fully, though still has different coloring, heterochromatic eyes, and is larger and more athletic. She lands softly on the gym floor. "...Percy? Where'd you go? I don't know what I did! Please! Come back! OH I'm so sorry!"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T20:00:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=367#183502012-06-13T19:58:53Z2012-06-13T19:58:53Z<p>"<b>Wait...! I! Percy?! Fei?</b>" The hideous lightning-thing floats menacingly in the air, the bare and glowing eye sockets of the skull look over at Fei.</p>"Wait...! I! Percy?! Fei?" The hideous lightning-thing floats menacingly in the air, the bare and glowing eye sockets of the skull look over at Fei.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T19:58:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=367#183442012-06-13T19:25:18Z2012-06-13T19:25:18Z<p>"Eep!"</p>
<p>•ducks back down under the floor•</p>"Eep!"
*ducks back down under the floor*Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T19:25:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=367#183382012-06-13T18:48:33Z2012-06-13T18:48:33Z<p>"<b>I'M ALIVE BECAUSE I'M PISSED OFF, PERCY, AND NOW YOU'RE GONNA PAYYYY!</b>"</p>"I'M ALIVE BECAUSE I'M PISSED OFF, PERCY, AND NOW YOU'RE GONNA PAYYYY!"Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T18:48:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=367#183312012-06-13T18:29:36Z2012-06-13T18:29:36Z<p>"Yes! Powers! For example, ask yourself; 'self, why am I alive and unhurt despite being buried under tons of molten rock that would normally have crushed me to a cute-n-cloudy little pulp?'"</p>"Yes! Powers! For example, ask yourself; 'self, why am I alive and unhurt despite being buried under tons of molten rock that would normally have crushed me to a cute-n-cloudy little pulp?'"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T18:29:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesNasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=367#183272012-06-13T18:08:31Z2012-06-13T18:08:31Z<p>'Sima's muffled voice floats up from under the rubble. "<span class=tiny>Wwwhat the heck are you talking about? 'Powers'?!</span>"</p>'Sima's muffled voice floats up from under the rubble. "Wwwhat the heck are you talking about? 'Powers'?!"Nasima Shearskye (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T18:08:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=367#183262012-06-13T18:06:31Z2012-06-13T18:06:31Z<p>•facepalm•</p>
<p>"Nasima, c'mon, we're supposed to be test-driving whatever your new powers are, or did you just gain the mutant ability to give yourself funky highlights?" Percy giggles.</p>*facepalm*
"Nasima, c'mon, we're supposed to be test-driving whatever your new powers are, or did you just gain the mutant ability to give yourself funky highlights?" Percy giggles.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T18:06:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=367#183242012-06-13T16:58:25Z2012-06-13T16:58:25Z<p>Down in one of the gyms there is a soft trundling, clattering noise, like a careful avalanche, and Percy comes pouring out of the ceiling. He coalesces as he falls the hundred or so feet to the floor, landing with a resonant boom that echoes back at him off the walls. Slowly he stands up.</p>
<p><i>That...felt good. Used to be <b>such</b> a jock, didn't you Perce? But not anymore...</i></p>
<p>Percy ends that line of thinking before it even gets going. To occupy himself, he "feels" around under the dirt floor, locating bigger boulders, potential crevices and pits, magma flows...all the tools Aananda uses in her "dodgeball" sessions, and to sharpen up reflexes and cardio for lazy kids in lower-level PE classes. Nothing like a magma-laced boulder rocketing at your head to get the heart pumping.</p>
<p>He hears the awkwardly forceful steps of the newly-enlarged Nasima coming down the hall and smiles. Effortlessly, he pulls a clod the size of a truck out of the floor, injecting it with some of his own fire and lava, and waits...</p>Down in one of the gyms there is a soft trundling, clattering noise, like a careful avalanche, and Percy comes pouring out of the ceiling. He coalesces as he falls the hundred or so feet to the floor, landing with a resonant boom that echoes back at him off the walls. Slowly he stands up.
That...felt good. Used to be such a jock, didn't you Perce? But not anymore...
Percy ends that line of thinking before it even gets going. To occupy himself, he "feels" around under the dirt floor,...Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-13T16:58:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=363#181442012-06-11T18:01:39Z2012-06-11T18:01:39Z<p>Percy rolls his eyes. "I'm not gonna be your flirt proxy, dreamboat, so I'll just pretend you said that to me, and go away pretending to be confused about if you mean 'hot' or 'hott', 'cos I know for me both apply. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm gonna go make sure my friend doesn't get herself killed, or blow up the gym" He pauses thoughtfully. "...or both." He then drops into the floor and begins earth gliding down through the various strata of the school towards the gym, hoping that by taking shortcuts he can beat Nasima there.</p>Percy rolls his eyes. "I'm not gonna be your flirt proxy, dreamboat, so I'll just pretend you said that to me, and go away pretending to be confused about if you mean 'hot' or 'hott', 'cos I know for me both apply. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm gonna go make sure my friend doesn't get herself killed, or blow up the gym" He pauses thoughtfully. "...or both." He then drops into the floor and begins earth gliding down through the various strata of the school towards the gym, hoping that by...Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-11T18:01:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=363#181422012-06-11T17:56:09Z2012-06-11T17:56:09Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Not to <i>this</i> elemental, sugar-buns.</span></p>Not to this elemental, sugar-buns.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-11T17:56:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=363#181372012-06-11T17:39:12Z2012-06-11T17:39:12Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Keme Tokala wrote:</div><blockquote> <i>Keme glanced at Percy as they left the lab.</i> "You know, I have to say, I'm really shocked you haven't decked me yet. I was really expecting you to." </blockquote><p>Percy arches a dubious eyebrow at the erstwhile Champion of Hope. "What, and wreck that pretty face? Fun as it might be, being able to look at you in an unmarred state is much more fun. Anyway, you might have my peace-love-n-cumulus-clouds friend, there, fooled, but I know you're not <i>that</i> big of a jerk, Keme, you just act like you are because it beats the alternative."Keme Tokala wrote:Keme glanced at Percy as they left the lab. "You know, I have to say, I'm really shocked you haven't decked me yet. I was really expecting you to."
Percy arches a dubious eyebrow at the erstwhile Champion of Hope. "What, and wreck that pretty face? Fun as it might be, being able to look at you in an unmarred state is much more fun. Anyway, you might have my peace-love-n-cumulus-clouds friend, there, fooled, but I know you're not that big of a jerk, Keme, you just act like...Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-11T17:39:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=356#177912012-06-05T16:21:19Z2012-06-05T16:21:19Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>It's a test. ;-)</span></p>It's a test. ;-)Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-05T16:21:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=356#177752012-06-05T15:20:33Z2012-06-05T15:20:33Z<p>•strangled noise•</p>*strangled noise*Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-05T15:20:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=356#177622012-06-04T19:58:29Z2012-06-04T19:58:29Z<p>Khoda takes advantage of the slip in the action to teleport himself out of the way; he appears a mile up above everything and off to the side a bit. His mantle is gone, only his bare skull is showing, his one ruined eye still black and empty and leaking bits of gemstone.</p>
<p>Brute force, he realizes, may not work with these beings. He needs to think, which is not his strong suit.</p>Khoda takes advantage of the slip in the action to teleport himself out of the way; he appears a mile up above everything and off to the side a bit. His mantle is gone, only his bare skull is showing, his one ruined eye still black and empty and leaking bits of gemstone.
Brute force, he realizes, may not work with these beings. He needs to think, which is not his strong suit.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-04T19:58:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=355#177062012-06-03T08:02:08Z2012-06-03T08:02:08Z<p>Khoda's tendrils flail and twist in confusion as Ryleh hammers on the stone and Vai siphons away his very life force. A strange blue-white energy disc forms around the crown of the god of destruction's head, then starts to spin off into a weird interdimensional anomaly, a tiny spot in the endless sky of the plane of storms...</p>
<p><b>HRRRRRRRRNNNNNNNNGGGGG! WHAT...! WHAT...!</b></p>
<p><b>WHAT ARE YOU...</b></p>Khoda's tendrils flail and twist in confusion as Ryleh hammers on the stone and Vai siphons away his very life force. A strange blue-white energy disc forms around the crown of the god of destruction's head, then starts to spin off into a weird interdimensional anomaly, a tiny spot in the endless sky of the plane of storms...
HRRRRRRRRNNNNNNNNGGGGG! WHAT...! WHAT...!
WHAT ARE YOU...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-03T08:02:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=354#176912012-06-02T04:35:56Z2012-06-02T04:35:56Z<p>As damaged as he is, Khoda takes a couple swipes at Ryleh, trying to dislodge her.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 4</b> - Khoda
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Attack Ryleh:
<br />
Slam 1: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 60 ⇒ (19) + 60 = 79</span>
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Slam 2: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 60 ⇒ (20) + 60 = 80</span> — oof, that's a crit
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Confirm: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 60 ⇒ (7) + 60 = 67</span>
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Damage (if applicable)
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d12 + 42 ⇒ (11, 8, 7, 11) + 42 = 79</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice">4d12 + 42 ⇒ (5, 9, 1, 10) + 42 = 67</span>
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Crit damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">4d12 + 18 ⇒ (12, 12, 12, 11) + 18 = 65</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>HRRRRRNNNGH! OLD DRAGON! OLD WOMAN! HRRRRRRNGH! I...I WILL...I...CRUSH!</b>"</p>As damaged as he is, Khoda takes a couple swipes at Ryleh, trying to dislodge her.
Round 4 - Khoda
Attack Ryleh:
Slam 1: [dice]1d20+60[/dice]
Slam 2: [dice]1d20+60[/dice] -- oof, that's a crit
Confirm: [dice]1d20+60[/dice]
Damage (if applicable)
[dice]4d12 + 42[/dice]
[dice]4d12 + 42[/dice]
Crit damage: [dice]4d12+18[/dice]
"HRRRRRNNNGH! OLD DRAGON! OLD WOMAN! HRRRRRRNGH! I...I WILL...I...CRUSH!"Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-02T04:35:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=354#176892012-06-02T04:26:36Z2012-06-02T04:26:36Z<p>Sifu Daiyu shakes her head softly. "The others can complete this action, Fei. We must rest. Our bodies are not yet completely solid." She jumps up at him, then, impossibly swift and accurate, swifter even than he, though he is able to get a block up... Their arms pass right through each other.</p>
<p>"Our physical forms are still coalescing. We are here, and can act, but our spirit selves have suffered tremendous trauma, and must rest the remainder of this day."</p>
<p>"So. Tea?"</p>Sifu Daiyu shakes her head softly. "The others can complete this action, Fei. We must rest. Our bodies are not yet completely solid." She jumps up at him, then, impossibly swift and accurate, swifter even than he, though he is able to get a block up... Their arms pass right through each other.
"Our physical forms are still coalescing. We are here, and can act, but our spirit selves have suffered tremendous trauma, and must rest the remainder of this day."
"So. Tea?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-02T04:26:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=354#176752012-06-01T20:34:05Z2012-06-01T20:34:05Z<p>"Fei. Would you care for a cup of tea?"</p>"Fei. Would you care for a cup of tea?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-01T20:34:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=354#176692012-06-01T20:22:10Z2012-06-01T20:22:10Z<p><b>AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!</b></p>AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-01T20:22:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=353#176242012-06-01T02:35:34Z2012-06-01T02:35:34Z<p><b>LITTLE DRAGON</b></p>
<p><b>I WILL DEVOUR YOUR ESSENCE</b></p>
<p><b>I WILL USE YOUR LIFEFORCE TO CRUSH THE GATE</b></p>LITTLE DRAGON
I WILL DEVOUR YOUR ESSENCE
I WILL USE YOUR LIFEFORCE TO CRUSH THE GATEKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-01T02:35:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=353#176222012-06-01T02:28:07Z2012-06-01T02:28:07Z<p><b>...</b></p>
<p><b>W H A T !</b></p>...
W H A T !Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-06-01T02:28:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=113#56242012-05-31T19:14:53Z2012-05-31T19:14:53Z<p><b>DON'T YOU HURT MY DOG</b></p>DON'T YOU HURT MY DOGKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-31T19:14:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=113#56202012-05-31T07:45:33Z2012-05-31T07:45:33Z<p><b>GENTLE?!</b></p>
<p><b>SWEETHEART I'M A LIGHTNING GOD NOT A LOTION GOD WHAT DO YOU THINK THIS IS</b></p>GENTLE?!
SWEETHEART I'M A LIGHTNING GOD NOT A LOTION GOD WHAT DO YOU THINK THIS ISKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-31T07:45:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=113#56182012-05-31T06:35:32Z2012-05-31T06:35:32Z<p><b>YEAH GET IT RIGHT, JERK</b></p>YEAH GET IT RIGHT, JERKKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-31T06:35:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=352#175712012-05-31T05:58:58Z2012-05-31T05:58:58Z<p>"What th-"</p>"What th-"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-31T05:58:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=352#175692012-05-31T05:53:37Z2012-05-31T05:53:37Z<p><b>HAH! HAH! HAHHHH!</b></p>
<p><b>CRUSH THEM! DEVOUR THEM!</b></p>HAH! HAH! HAHHHH!
CRUSH THEM! DEVOUR THEM!Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-31T05:53:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=351#175132012-05-30T05:27:14Z2012-05-30T05:27:14Z<p>"Sorry, Peach, you just need to relax. As best you can, okay?" Percy re-shapes his hands into slim, flat discs with slightly pebbled surfaces. He slides these under Nasima's shoulders and the small of her back, and warmth radiates out from under her. She gives a slight gasp, then visibly relaxes, almost melting.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Like a hot stone treatment in a massage...</span></p>"Sorry, Peach, you just need to relax. As best you can, okay?" Percy re-shapes his hands into slim, flat discs with slightly pebbled surfaces. He slides these under Nasima's shoulders and the small of her back, and warmth radiates out from under her. She gives a slight gasp, then visibly relaxes, almost melting.
Like a hot stone treatment in a massage...Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-30T05:27:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=351#175112012-05-30T05:23:25Z2012-05-30T05:23:25Z<p><b>@Fei: </b> Chen gazes at you serenely. "You have studied Deep Meditation. Today, I need you to find the Clear Place Within; your core, your center. I will do the same." She places a small, plain stone between them, in appearance no different from any of the other pebbles lying about the room that she uses in the simplest of meditation exercises. "This stone will aid us in our efforts. Today we travel the astral plane. You will lose nothing of yourself, if you remain focused on your self. Those we seek to...hinder are most quickly reached and fought in this manner. Now. Breathe."</p>
<p>Chen's eyes close, soft as falling leaves.</p>@Fei: Chen gazes at you serenely. "You have studied Deep Meditation. Today, I need you to find the Clear Place Within; your core, your center. I will do the same." She places a small, plain stone between them, in appearance no different from any of the other pebbles lying about the room that she uses in the simplest of meditation exercises. "This stone will aid us in our efforts. Today we travel the astral plane. You will lose nothing of yourself, if you remain focused on your self. Those we...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-30T05:23:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174892012-05-29T19:58:28Z2012-05-29T19:58:28Z<p>"Ryleh and I have spoken. All the champions must assault the plane of storm in the way best suited to them. This way, I believe, is how we may be of best use."</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Ditto for me, Lyn, lemme know if you want Fei with the rest of the Champions. Totally not a problem.</span></p>"Ryleh and I have spoken. All the champions must assault the plane of storm in the way best suited to them. This way, I believe, is how we may be of best use."
Ditto for me, Lyn, lemme know if you want Fei with the rest of the Champions. Totally not a problem.Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T19:58:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174792012-05-29T19:19:19Z2012-05-29T19:19:19Z<p>Once back in the glorious eyrie that is Sifu Daiyu's meditation classroom, Chen guides Fei out to the very edge of the rock overhang. The wind makes gentle whistling noises as it tugs at their robes, but both have perfect balance, and as such neither move nor sway as the breezes swirl around them.</p>
<p>"Fei, they are going to save Shearskye-chan from the god-thing trying to devour her being. Unfortunately, this god of destruction has unclean...helpers...that aided him in his rise to power. You see, all beings are susceptible to making fell bargains. There is a lesson there, for everyone."</p>
<p>She looks out at the mountains.</p>
<p>"Beyond those mountains are the Elemental Planes. We shall journey there, but we will stop short of the Plane of Storm, where the others go, and we will instead turn our minds outward, past Elysia, past Abaddon, past all the hells, out to the intersection of Shadow and Abyss. There we will meet our foes. If we crush the roots of the lightning god's power, he will be greatly weakened, sufficiently so that our colleagues may do their good work on the storm plane."</p>
<p>Chen gestures towards the rock. "Please. Sit." She then gently lowers herself into lotus position.</p>Once back in the glorious eyrie that is Sifu Daiyu's meditation classroom, Chen guides Fei out to the very edge of the rock overhang. The wind makes gentle whistling noises as it tugs at their robes, but both have perfect balance, and as such neither move nor sway as the breezes swirl around them.
"Fei, they are going to save Shearskye-chan from the god-thing trying to devour her being. Unfortunately, this god of destruction has unclean...helpers...that aided him in his rise to power. You...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T19:19:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174752012-05-29T19:07:23Z2012-05-29T19:07:23Z<p>Percy bows before Ryleh; he's heard the stories...</p>
<p>"I'm her <i>friend</i>." He says. "I'll stay and watch over her. Maybe...maybe I don't need to be brought fully up to speed. It might be better that way."</p>Percy bows before Ryleh; he's heard the stories...
"I'm her friend." He says. "I'll stay and watch over her. Maybe...maybe I don't need to be brought fully up to speed. It might be better that way."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T19:07:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174682012-05-29T18:32:35Z2012-05-29T18:32:35Z<p>"Shhhhh...it's me. Just shush. You start talking in this condition and you'll just em<i>barrass</i> yourself, worse than even I could save you from." With surprising tenderness, the gigantic elemental makes sure the knot will hold, the blindfold snug but not <i>too</i>.</p>"Shhhhh...it's me. Just shush. You start talking in this condition and you'll just embarrass yourself, worse than even I could save you from." With surprising tenderness, the gigantic elemental makes sure the knot will hold, the blindfold snug but not too.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T18:32:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174662012-05-29T18:28:06Z2012-05-29T18:28:06Z<p>"<i>Please</i>, Keme." Percy sniffs, "She's a <i>princess</i>, I don't care what the circumstances are, she deserves better than your pocket-rag. Although she'd <i>kill</i> me if she heard me say so."</p>
<p>Percy reaches into his backpack and pulls out a bolt of expensive silk that he'd been toting along to show everyone in Fabrics class. He effortlessly, carefully tears a piece off and gently ties it around his friend's head.</p>"Please, Keme." Percy sniffs, "She's a princess, I don't care what the circumstances are, she deserves better than your pocket-rag. Although she'd kill me if she heard me say so."
Percy reaches into his backpack and pulls out a bolt of expensive silk that he'd been toting along to show everyone in Fabrics class. He effortlessly, carefully tears a piece off and gently ties it around his friend's head.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T18:28:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174632012-05-29T18:23:05Z2012-05-29T18:23:05Z<p>"It is good. You will need a clear mind and deep heart for what is to come. Please, walk with me to my classroom, there is a thing we must do, to aid Shearskye-chan. The time has come, and there are no others who can complete this task."</p>"It is good. You will need a clear mind and deep heart for what is to come. Please, walk with me to my classroom, there is a thing we must do, to aid Shearskye-chan. The time has come, and there are no others who can complete this task."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T18:23:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174552012-05-29T17:03:26Z2012-05-29T17:03:26Z<p>Chen turns and regards Fei, favoring him with a small smile. "Fei. Good afternoon to you, as well. I trust you have meditated today, yes?"</p>Chen turns and regards Fei, favoring him with a small smile. "Fei. Good afternoon to you, as well. I trust you have meditated today, yes?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T17:03:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=350#174512012-05-29T16:05:51Z2012-05-29T16:05:51Z<p>Percy falls in behind Keme. "Gotcha."</p>
<p>::I don't understand any of this, but I'll go along. I've seen enough Big Things happen here to know this is probably all real.:: </p>
<p>He makes a glum face.</p>
<p>::I cannot fly, unfortunately, or at least not without magical aid. And I have no particular immunity to electricity. I'm great with fire, though, obviously.::</p>Percy falls in behind Keme. "Gotcha."
::I don't understand any of this, but I'll go along. I've seen enough Big Things happen here to know this is probably all real.::
He makes a glum face.
::I cannot fly, unfortunately, or at least not without magical aid. And I have no particular immunity to electricity. I'm great with fire, though, obviously.::Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T16:05:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=349#174502012-05-29T15:49:34Z2012-05-29T15:49:34Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Imperial Chronicler wrote:</div><blockquote> "Afternoon, Professor" <i>the man says to her (she knows that he calls any adult staffer at Avalon who doesn't work in his building 'Professor').</i> "We don't normally see you down on the grounds. What can we do for you today?" </blockquote><p>The sifu bows deeply, respectfully to the worker.
<p>"I am here for the student housed in this building. He is most likely expecting me. May I enter?"</p>Imperial Chronicler wrote:"Afternoon, Professor" the man says to her (she knows that he calls any adult staffer at Avalon who doesn't work in his building 'Professor'). "We don't normally see you down on the grounds. What can we do for you today?"
The sifu bows deeply, respectfully to the worker. "I am here for the student housed in this building. He is most likely expecting me. May I enter?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T15:49:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=349#174472012-05-29T15:37:41Z2012-05-29T15:37:41Z<p>Percy's eyes flash at Keme's stinging retort, but he quickly calms down as he looks at his near-helpless friend in the Champion's arms. "I...okay. What can I do? How do you know she's going to die, what's happened? I just want to help."</p>Percy's eyes flash at Keme's stinging retort, but he quickly calms down as he looks at his near-helpless friend in the Champion's arms. "I...okay. What can I do? How do you know she's going to die, what's happened? I just want to help."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T15:37:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=349#174422012-05-29T15:17:53Z2012-05-29T15:17:53Z<p>Percy, on his way to his Textiles class, spots Keme and immediately changes direction, the cracks in his rocky flash flaring orange as his magma core heats up at the sight of the frustrating fox spirit. "HEY! Tokala, where are you going with her? She doesn't feel good, put her down!" The gentle but short-tempered elemental hammers one fist on the ground, vibrating most of the hallway, to drive home his point.</p>Percy, on his way to his Textiles class, spots Keme and immediately changes direction, the cracks in his rocky flash flaring orange as his magma core heats up at the sight of the frustrating fox spirit. "HEY! Tokala, where are you going with her? She doesn't feel good, put her down!" The gentle but short-tempered elemental hammers one fist on the ground, vibrating most of the hallway, to drive home his point.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T15:17:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=349#174342012-05-29T02:52:10Z2012-05-29T02:52:10Z<p><b>BREAK DAMN YOU BREAK</b></p>
<p><b>YOU CANNOT HOLD FOREVER TINY GATE</b></p>
<p><b>MY TIME IS NIGH</b></p>BREAK DAMN YOU BREAK
YOU CANNOT HOLD FOREVER TINY GATE
MY TIME IS NIGHKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T02:52:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=349#174322012-05-29T02:48:12Z2012-05-29T02:48:12Z<p>...</p>...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-05-29T02:48:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=302#150672016-08-20T06:55:00Z2012-03-23T17:32:12Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>I COOK, TOO, IN A MANNER OF SPEAKING</b></span></p>I COOK, TOO, IN A MANNER OF SPEAKINGKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-23T17:32:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=302#150642016-08-20T06:54:44Z2012-03-23T17:24:19Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>EVERYONE NEEDS A HOBBY</b></span></p>EVERYONE NEEDS A HOBBYKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-23T17:24:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=96#47752012-03-12T15:20:22Z2012-03-12T15:20:22Z<p>"Working" from home. ;-)</p>"Working" from home. ;-)Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-12T15:20:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=289#144402012-03-09T16:36:59Z2012-03-09T16:36:59Z<p>"..."</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-09T16:36:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=289#144372012-03-09T06:16:23Z2012-03-09T06:16:23Z<p>Yu stands there as Jim closes the door in his face.</p>
<p><i>010101000110100001100001011101000010000001110111011000010111001100100000011 101010110111001100101011110000111000001100101011000110111010001100101011001 0000101110</i> he thinks, then turns and starts walking down the hall.</p>Yu stands there as Jim closes the door in his face.
010101000110100001100001011101000010000001110111011000010111001100100000011 101010110111001100101011110000111000001100101011000110111010001100101011001 0000101110 he thinks, then turns and starts walking down the hall.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-09T06:16:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=288#143832012-03-08T18:42:54Z2012-03-08T18:42:54Z<p><i>010101000110100001100001011101000010000001101111011011100110010100100000011 010010111001100100000011101110110000101110100011000110110100001101001011011 100110011100100000011101010111001100101100001000000111010001101000011000010 111010000100000011011110110111001100101001000000110000101101100011100110110 111100100000011010110110111001101111011101110111001100100000011101010111001 100101110001000000100010001100001011011100110011101100101011100100010000001 110100011010000110010101110010011001010010110000100000011000010111001100100 000011101110110010101101100011011000010111000100000010100000111001001101111 011000110110010101110011011100110110100101101110011001110010111000101110001 011100000110100001010001011100010111000101110000011010000101000101110001011 100010111000001101000010100100010001101111011011100110010100101110001000000 101001001100101011101000111010101110010011011100010000001110100011011110010 000001101100011000010110001000101100001000000110001101100001011011100110111 001101111011101000010000001110011011001010110010101101101001000000110111001 101111011011100010110101101110011011110111001001101101011000010110110000101 110</i></p>
<p>Yu steps out of the bathroom, looking spotlessly clean and immaculate once again, and watches as Aananda bounds away. One of his quicksilver pupils rotates and clicks behind his sunglasses as she runs.</p>
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<p>He then strides calmly back to the lab and raps on the door again, fully expecting Jim to answer. If the pounding vibrations in the ground bother him at all, he gives no indication of this.</p>010101000110100001100001011101000010000001101111011011100110010100100000011 010010111001100100000011101110110000101110100011000110110100001101001011011 100110011100100000011101010111001100101100001000000111010001101000011000010 111010000100000011011110110111001100101001000000110000101101100011100110110 111100100000011010110110111001101111011101110111001100100000011101010111001 100101110001000000100010001100001011011100110011101100101011100100010000001...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-08T18:42:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=286#142972012-03-06T19:35:22Z2012-03-06T19:35:22Z<p>Yu ducks into the boys' room. After taking a moment to ensure it is empty, he heads over to one of the stalls. Once there, he enters and closes it. A weird hissing noise starts, along with a faint pop. There is a beep, then Yu steps back out, his suit and skin and shades now all perfectly, immaculately clean once again. He smiles at his reflection, and takes a moment to think.</p>
<p><i>010000010110100000101110001000000101001101101111001000000110110101110101011 000110110100000100000011000100110010101110100011101000110010101110010001011 100010000001010001011101010110010101110011011101000110100101101111011011100 011101100100000011101000110111100100000011100100110010101110100011101010111 001001101110001000000110000101100111011000010110100101101110001000000110100 101101101011011010110010101100100011010010110000101110100011001010110110001 111001001011000010000001101111011100100010000001110111011000010110100101110 100001111110010000001010111011001010010000001101011011011100110111101110111 001000000111010001101000011000010111010000100000011011110110111001100101001 011000010000001101001011101000010000001101001011100110010000001100100011000 010110111001100111011001010111001001101111011101010111001100100000011101000 110111100100000011000100110010100100000011010010110111000100000011010000110 100101110011001000000111000001110010011001010111001101100101011011100110001 10110010100101110</i></p>Yu ducks into the boys' room. After taking a moment to ensure it is empty, he heads over to one of the stalls. Once there, he enters and closes it. A weird hissing noise starts, along with a faint pop. There is a beep, then Yu steps back out, his suit and skin and shades now all perfectly, immaculately clean once again. He smiles at his reflection, and takes a moment to think.
010000010110100000101110001000000101001101101111001000000110110101110101011...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-06T19:35:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=286#142862012-03-06T19:19:26Z2012-03-06T19:19:26Z<p>Yu looks at Jim, takes off his sunglasses, and then looks at them. His eyes get big. "TA! MA! DE!" He swears. "So sorry! Haha! Another student, a very tall and strong one who is called 'Enre', was demonstrating his Powers to me. He can make holes in himself and close them, which not many others can do. He can also do this with great pressure, such that many objects could not withstand said pressure. He was unable to demonstrate this latter Power. But he demonstrated the first one, which is what must have caused this. Oh! This is embarrassing."</p>
<p>There is a long pause.</p>
<p>"I should...go to the bathroom...and clean up. I will return! Pardon me. So sorry to interrupt." He bows again and turns to walk away up the hall, towards the bathrooms.</p>Yu looks at Jim, takes off his sunglasses, and then looks at them. His eyes get big. "TA! MA! DE!" He swears. "So sorry! Haha! Another student, a very tall and strong one who is called 'Enre', was demonstrating his Powers to me. He can make holes in himself and close them, which not many others can do. He can also do this with great pressure, such that many objects could not withstand said pressure. He was unable to demonstrate this latter Power. But he demonstrated the first one, which is...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-06T19:19:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=286#142792016-10-07T03:53:50Z2012-03-06T18:58:24Z<p>Yu smiles warmly up at Jim, and bows politely. "Hello, friend. I am Yu-Nyin. New student, taking a tour, just got here from off-world. I am scheduled for an introductory mechamagical engineering course here, thought I would make sure I knew where everything was. You are...the professor? Yes? Honored to make your acquaintance." He bows again. He does not attempt to enter the lab, another show of manners.</p>
<p>Jim can't help but note that there is a spray of mostly-dried blood all over this guy's suit, face, and sunglasses.</p>Yu smiles warmly up at Jim, and bows politely. "Hello, friend. I am Yu-Nyin. New student, taking a tour, just got here from off-world. I am scheduled for an introductory mechamagical engineering course here, thought I would make sure I knew where everything was. You are...the professor? Yes? Honored to make your acquaintance." He bows again. He does not attempt to enter the lab, another show of manners.
Jim can't help but note that there is a spray of mostly-dried blood all over this guy's...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-06T18:58:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=286#142722012-03-06T18:27:55Z2012-03-06T18:27:55Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Man, Jim has quite the blind spot for Yu. :-p</span></p>Man, Jim has quite the blind spot for Yu. :-pYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-06T18:27:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=286#142712012-03-06T18:25:29Z2012-03-06T18:25:29Z<p>Yu frowns.</p>
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<p>...he thinks to himself. He makes a subtle adjustment in his knuckle, and knocks again. "Hello?" he calls out tentatively.</p>Yu frowns.
010000100110100101101111011011000110111101100111011010010110001101100001011 011000010000001101100011010010110011001100101011001100110111101110010011011 010111001100100000011001000110010101110100011001010110001101110100011001010 110010000101100001000000110000101110010011000110110000101101110011000010010 110101100101011011100110100001100001011011100110001101100101011001000010000 001101101011000010110001101101000011010010110111001100101001000000110110001...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-06T18:25:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=286#142622012-03-06T17:30:37Z2012-03-06T17:30:37Z<p>Yu makes his way to the Creation lab. Again, he does this as if he has been at the school for years. He stops in front of the door and straightens his suit, then knocks.</p>Yu makes his way to the Creation lab. Again, he does this as if he has been at the school for years. He stops in front of the door and straightens his suit, then knocks.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-06T17:30:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=285#142262012-03-05T22:34:58Z2012-03-05T22:34:58Z<p>Not getting any further reply from Enre or his family, Yu stands. "Well, it has been nice speaking with you, and informative. I will see what else I can learn about 'Powers' from others. Thank you, friend!" He looks slowly around the cafeteria, then utters a short "a-HA!" under his breath and departs, headed upstairs to the labs.</p>
<p>He leaves without having ever taken a drink of his water.</p>Not getting any further reply from Enre or his family, Yu stands. "Well, it has been nice speaking with you, and informative. I will see what else I can learn about 'Powers' from others. Thank you, friend!" He looks slowly around the cafeteria, then utters a short "a-HA!" under his breath and departs, headed upstairs to the labs.
He leaves without having ever taken a drink of his water.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-05T22:34:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=284#141892012-03-05T07:44:39Z2012-03-05T07:44:39Z<p>"Mother?" Yu looks baffled for a moment. "Oh! Mother! Your...creator...no, progenitor! Source of genetic material from which traits are gained. I see. Your mother could...create...powers in me? Truly? Would I have to be born? Er, again?"</p>"Mother?" Yu looks baffled for a moment. "Oh! Mother! Your...creator...no, progenitor! Source of genetic material from which traits are gained. I see. Your mother could...create...powers in me? Truly? Would I have to be born? Er, again?"Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-05T07:44:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=284#141862012-03-04T21:59:21Z2012-03-04T21:59:21Z<p>Yu raises an eyebrow quizzically. "Practice? I know this word. No. It is simply how I am. I did not practice, I was ma-..." He cuts himself off and frowns. "My apologies. That line of conversation will not be well-received. Better option: I have control of myself because I am only myself. I have no powers, as you do, and cannot exert pressure other beings cannot stand. I can only...I am only myself. This idea of 'Powers' excites me. Intrigues me. Fascinates me. Interests me. How do you and your fellow-beings get these powers? Where can they be obtained? What other kinds are there? I have a great deal of currency at my disposal, so exchange rate, price, cost, is not an issue."</p>Yu raises an eyebrow quizzically. "Practice? I know this word. No. It is simply how I am. I did not practice, I was ma-..." He cuts himself off and frowns. "My apologies. That line of conversation will not be well-received. Better option: I have control of myself because I am only myself. I have no powers, as you do, and cannot exert pressure other beings cannot stand. I can only...I am only myself. This idea of 'Powers' excites me. Intrigues me. Fascinates me. Interests me. How do you and...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-04T21:59:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=7#3202012-03-04T21:53:10Z2012-03-04T21:53:10Z<p>Glee looks at the guards for a moment, then softly shuts the door and climbs back down the ladder, all as quietly as possible. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Again, 28 Stealth, Fast Stealth</span></p>
<p>"<b>Tch.</b>"</p>
<p>Seth flicks his tongue in and out, tasting the air, but to the half-elf it looks like a snakey reproach. <i>You're right, friend, I'm being silly. There's nothing here. I'll take a quick glance in the basement and then re-join the others. No reason to be so paranoid, and anyway this goes rather a bit beyond my typical threshold for 'exploration'…</i></p>
<p>She glances down each of the halls as she goes, just to see if she's missing anything obvious, then cruises quickly to the bottom of the stairs before proceeding more stealthily past the 1st floor and down into the basement.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Still 28 Stealth, Fast Stealth</span></p>Glee looks at the guards for a moment, then softly shuts the door and climbs back down the ladder, all as quietly as possible.
Again, 28 Stealth, Fast Stealth
"Tch."
Seth flicks his tongue in and out, tasting the air, but to the half-elf it looks like a snakey reproach. You're right, friend, I'm being silly. There's nothing here. I'll take a quick glance in the basement and then re-join the others. No reason to be so paranoid, and anyway this goes rather a bit beyond my typical threshold...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-04T21:53:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=284#141822012-03-04T19:43:31Z2012-03-04T19:43:31Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Enre wrote:</div><blockquote> Enre looks at Yu-Nyin oddly again before saying <b>"So far I just have used it to hit the things that have attacked me. As for a demonstration that is a very bad idea. It is difficult to control because most people and objects cannot withstand it. I also seemed to get it over night I did not just go into it. What do you mean by factors?"</b> </blockquote><p>"Why is it difficult to control? What parameters (factors) combine to inhibit your attempted exertion of control over your...powers? Are they external? Or are some of your internal...delete that. Is it a problem with you? Or would the powers be hard for anyone to control? I think this is all very fascinating, as I do not have these...powers and have complete control over my...self. The idea of an internal...process(?) that is autonomous is fascinating and...'frightening'. To me."Enre wrote:Enre looks at Yu-Nyin oddly again before saying "So far I just have used it to hit the things that have attacked me. As for a demonstration that is a very bad idea. It is difficult to control because most people and objects cannot withstand it. I also seemed to get it over night I did not just go into it. What do you mean by factors?"
"Why is it difficult to control? What parameters (factors) combine to inhibit your attempted exertion of control over your...powers? Are they...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-04T19:43:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=284#141752012-03-04T06:33:06Z2012-03-04T06:33:06Z<p>Yu-Nyin looks straight at Enre for a long moment, his face is completely blank and neutral. He then breaks into a smooth laugh and pats his hand on his forehead, smearing blood on it. "Of course! I know that word. How foolish. Begging your pardon, sir. Your odd power is you healed within .15538 seconds of removal of the final micron of the blade from your tissue, as opposed to the days or weeks it might take another...being. I hope my initial incomprehension did not offend you, sir." He somehow manages a small, polite bow, even while sitting.</p>
<p>"You say you have massive amounts of strength. To what use is this put? Are you permitted to demonstrate? Why is it difficult to control? What factors contribute to this?"</p>Yu-Nyin looks straight at Enre for a long moment, his face is completely blank and neutral. He then breaks into a smooth laugh and pats his hand on his forehead, smearing blood on it. "Of course! I know that word. How foolish. Begging your pardon, sir. Your odd power is you healed within .15538 seconds of removal of the final micron of the blade from your tissue, as opposed to the days or weeks it might take another...being. I hope my initial incomprehension did not offend you, sir." He...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-04T06:33:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=284#141732012-03-04T02:50:10Z2012-03-04T02:50:10Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Enre wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc> He going to get blood all over his face lol. </span> </blockquote><p><b>@Enre: </b> A fine spray of blood splatters Yu's face and incredibly expensive suit and sunglasses, but he doesn't flinch or even move, for that matter. If he is at all perturbed by this, it's impossible to tell. As you stab yourself and then close the wound, Yu continues to look expectantly at you, as if still waiting for something. After your explanation, Yu nods as if he understands, but it's clear he does not.
<p>"So the...knife...goes...right through you? That's a...'power'? Or is the power when you unmake the hole you made in your extremity? Whichever one it is, it's really neat! That's very great! Haha!" The handsome asian claps briefly at Enre's display, then finally opens his water, but still does not drink it.</p>
<p>"So, many students can make holes in themselves? How does that assist them in the defeat of...attackers? You say many cannot control their powers, do they make the holes too big, or perhaps too small, whereas one such as yourself can more precisely control the making and unmaking?" Yu's question appears to be genuine; he honestly doesn't get it.</p>
<p>He also seems to either not care or not realize that he is still covered in your blood.</p>Enre wrote: He going to get blood all over his face lol.
@Enre: A fine spray of blood splatters Yu's face and incredibly expensive suit and sunglasses, but he doesn't flinch or even move, for that matter. If he is at all perturbed by this, it's impossible to tell. As you stab yourself and then close the wound, Yu continues to look expectantly at you, as if still waiting for something. After your explanation, Yu nods as if he understands, but it's clear he does not. "So...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-04T02:50:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=283#141442012-03-03T00:04:33Z2012-03-03T00:04:33Z<p>Yu raises an eyebrow and smiles at Enre's evasiveness. "...yyyyessss? Do go on, sir. I take it you do not agree with my evaluation of the students here as being 'just children'...?"</p>
<p>He is yet to open his bottle of water, much less drink from it.</p>Yu raises an eyebrow and smiles at Enre's evasiveness. "...yyyyessss? Do go on, sir. I take it you do not agree with my evaluation of the students here as being 'just children'...?"
He is yet to open his bottle of water, much less drink from it.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-03T00:04:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=283#141402012-03-02T23:38:12Z2012-03-02T23:38:12Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Enre wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Yu-Nyin Bahs wrote:</div><blockquote> Yu frowns. "'Attack'? Why would 'things' want to attack a...school? Place of learning? Do you have...secrets here? Power? What is here for them to attack?" Yu looks between the two non-speaking parties at the table, clearly not understanding the silent exchange that's happening. </blockquote>Enre shrugs <b>"Most of the time I have no idea, I just stop them. Though it seems a few of the times it was a student screwing around with something they should not have."</b> </blockquote><p>"Uh-huh. I see! Like, what kind of things? What could the students possibly do that could threaten a whole place like this? Aren't they just...children?"Enre wrote:Yu-Nyin Bahs wrote: Yu frowns. "'Attack'? Why would 'things' want to attack a...school? Place of learning? Do you have...secrets here? Power? What is here for them to attack?" Yu looks between the two non-speaking parties at the table, clearly not understanding the silent exchange that's happening.
Enre shrugs "Most of the time I have no idea, I just stop them. Though it seems a few of the times it was a student screwing around with something they should not have." "Uh-huh. I see!...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-02T23:38:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=283#141282012-03-02T22:39:53Z2012-03-02T22:39:53Z<p>Yu frowns. "'Attack'? Why would 'things' want to attack a...school? Place of learning? Do you have...secrets here? Power? What is here for them to attack?" Yu looks between the two non-speaking parties at the table, clearly not understanding the silent exchange that's happening.</p>Yu frowns. "'Attack'? Why would 'things' want to attack a...school? Place of learning? Do you have...secrets here? Power? What is here for them to attack?" Yu looks between the two non-speaking parties at the table, clearly not understanding the silent exchange that's happening.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-02T22:39:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=283#141222012-03-02T21:18:47Z2012-03-02T21:18:47Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Enre wrote:</div><blockquote> Enre turns to look at the man who just spoke to him <b>"Yes we are students.I am Enre, this is Eri and Artōrius"</b> Eri looks at the man with the same look she has been given to everyone while Artōrius just eats his food. </blockquote><p>"Well hello there! Hello to all of you. How do you like it here? Fun place?" Yu continues to scan around, though it is impossible to see exactly where he's looking as long as he has those ridiculous sunglasses on.Enre wrote:Enre turns to look at the man who just spoke to him "Yes we are students.I am Enre, this is Eri and Artōrius" Eri looks at the man with the same look she has been given to everyone while Artōrius just eats his food.
"Well hello there! Hello to all of you. How do you like it here? Fun place?" Yu continues to scan around, though it is impossible to see exactly where he's looking as long as he has those ridiculous sunglasses on.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-02T21:18:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=283#141142012-03-02T20:59:17Z2012-03-02T20:59:17Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Vai Emkar wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc>Talking Cat cute reflex overrides the oh-he-must-be-someone-special reflex. I believe we're still waiting on a response from Jen right?</span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>LOL! I cannot argue with that. =^_^= Totally forgot that bit was still going on. Nonetheless, Yu wouldn't be any more interested in a kitty than in anyone else, so I'll leave his actions as stated.</span>Vai Emkar wrote:Talking Cat cute reflex overrides the oh-he-must-be-someone-special reflex. I believe we're still waiting on a response from Jen right?
LOL! I cannot argue with that. =^_^= Totally forgot that bit was still going on. Nonetheless, Yu wouldn't be any more interested in a kitty than in anyone else, so I'll leave his actions as stated.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-02T20:59:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=283#141102012-03-02T20:49:36Z2012-03-02T20:49:36Z<p>Yu strides confidently into the cafeteria, the very picture of a powerful scion of a wealthy corporate family. He looks around the room, then walks over and purchases bottled water from a vending machine. He strolls up to the table where Enre and his relatives are sitting. </p>
<p>"Hello, friends. I'm Yu-Nyin. Just got here. Are you all students as well?"</p>
<p>Several other students turn to eye the newcomer, his appearance so perfectly polished and speaking voice so warm and clear it makes him virtually impossible to ignore.</p>Yu strides confidently into the cafeteria, the very picture of a powerful scion of a wealthy corporate family. He looks around the room, then walks over and purchases bottled water from a vending machine. He strolls up to the table where Enre and his relatives are sitting.
"Hello, friends. I'm Yu-Nyin. Just got here. Are you all students as well?"
Several other students turn to eye the newcomer, his appearance so perfectly polished and speaking voice so warm and clear it makes him virtually...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-02T20:49:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=94#46582012-03-02T17:17:21Z2012-03-02T17:17:21Z<p>Who all is in the cafeteria right now? Yu is headed that way and is looking to chat.</p>Who all is in the cafeteria right now? Yu is headed that way and is looking to chat.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-02T17:17:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=282#140762012-03-01T22:19:08Z2012-03-01T22:19:08Z<p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YvAYIJSSZY&ob=av2e" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Yu begins to whistle</b></a>.</p>Yu begins to whistle.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T22:19:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=282#140702012-03-01T21:10:44Z2012-03-01T21:10:44Z<p><b>HAHHHHH! YES</b></p>
<p><b>FIGHT ME. FIND ME AND FIGHT ME. I GROW.</b></p>
<p><b>I COME.</b></p>HAHHHHH! YES
FIGHT ME. FIND ME AND FIGHT ME. I GROW.
I COME.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T21:10:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=7#3162012-03-01T20:38:51Z2012-03-01T20:38:51Z<p>Glee arches an eyebrow. <i>Interesting...</i> She climbs up the short ladder and checks the door for any sort of traps or wards. If none are present, she tries to open it. Slowly, and carefully.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception (trapfinding): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17</span>
<br />
Cast Detect Magic on door area, looking for possibility of either magic traps or Alarm spells, that kind of thing.</span></p>Glee arches an eyebrow. Interesting... She climbs up the short ladder and checks the door for any sort of traps or wards. If none are present, she tries to open it. Slowly, and carefully.
Perception (trapfinding): [dice]1d20+11[/dice]
Cast Detect Magic on door area, looking for possibility of either magic traps or Alarm spells, that kind of thing.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T20:38:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=282#140582012-03-01T20:00:06Z2012-03-01T20:00:06Z<p>Yu makes his way confidently down the hall, heading for the cafeteria. En route, he passes Aananda and Jim. He gives them both a polite nod. His eyes are once again hidden behind his obscenely expensive sunglasses, but he smiles warmly. "Hello friends!" He says, and keeps walking.</p>Yu makes his way confidently down the hall, heading for the cafeteria. En route, he passes Aananda and Jim. He gives them both a polite nod. His eyes are once again hidden behind his obscenely expensive sunglasses, but he smiles warmly. "Hello friends!" He says, and keeps walking.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T20:00:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=282#140572012-03-01T19:58:37Z2012-03-01T19:58:37Z<p><b>HAH HAH HAHHHH! LITTLE GATE! LITTLE PUPPET! YOU ARE MINE</b></p>HAH HAH HAHHHH! LITTLE GATE! LITTLE PUPPET! YOU ARE MINEKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T19:58:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=282#140542012-03-01T19:55:07Z2012-03-01T19:55:07Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ryleh wrote:</div><blockquote> "Interesting that you should mention <i>Time</i>," <i>she said with a little smirk.</i> "The thing is, I don't think he's ready to be done with this world...or all the others...just quite yet." </blockquote><p><b>I FEAR NOT <i>TIME</i> NOR <i>WRATH</i> NOR <i>DEATH</i> NOR ANY OF THE OTHERS.</b>
<p><b>IT WAS I WHO CRUSHED THE CHAMPIONS OF THE ASPECT OF POWER AND DESTRUCTION BEFORE DEVOURING THEM BOTH</b></p>
<p><b>I AM POWER AND DESTRUCTION NEVERENDING AND I WILL NOT BE SATED</b></p>Ryleh wrote:"Interesting that you should mention Time," she said with a little smirk. "The thing is, I don't think he's ready to be done with this world...or all the others...just quite yet."
I FEAR NOT TIME NOR WRATH NOR DEATH NOR ANY OF THE OTHERS. IT WAS I WHO CRUSHED THE CHAMPIONS OF THE ASPECT OF POWER AND DESTRUCTION BEFORE DEVOURING THEM BOTH
I AM POWER AND DESTRUCTION NEVERENDING AND I WILL NOT BE SATEDKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T19:55:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=281#140362012-03-01T17:38:33Z2012-03-01T17:38:33Z<p><b>HAH HAH HAH!</b></p>
<p><b>THE TIME COMES, LITTLE LIZARD</b></p>
<p><b>THE SEVEN-HANDED CLOCK</b></p>
<p><b>THE WOUNDED CITY</b></p>
<p><b>THE GHOST BOY</b></p>
<p><b>MY TIME COMES, THIS GATE IS OPENING, YOU CAN DO NOTHING</b></p>
<p><b>YOU WILL WATCH ME DEVOUR HER, THEN YOUR WORLD, THEN ALL WORLDS</b></p>HAH HAH HAH!
THE TIME COMES, LITTLE LIZARD
THE SEVEN-HANDED CLOCK
THE WOUNDED CITY
THE GHOST BOY
MY TIME COMES, THIS GATE IS OPENING, YOU CAN DO NOTHING
YOU WILL WATCH ME DEVOUR HER, THEN YOUR WORLD, THEN ALL WORLDSKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T17:38:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=281#140322012-03-01T17:33:46Z2012-03-01T17:33:46Z<p>"No, Headmaster; no questions. Thank you." Yu politely waits for you to stand first, then stands and gives a polite — if shallow — bow. "I <i>greatly</i> look forward to beginning my studies."</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 30 ⇒ (2) + 30 = 32</span></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>"I will see myself out." With that, Yu turns and departs.</p>"No, Headmaster; no questions. Thank you." Yu politely waits for you to stand first, then stands and gives a polite -- if shallow -- bow. "I greatly look forward to beginning my studies."
[dice]1d20+30[/dice]
[Spoiler omitted]
"I will see myself out." With that, Yu turns and departs.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T17:33:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=93#46342012-03-01T17:25:49Z2012-03-01T17:25:49Z<p>Aight. Does that sound legit to you? It wouldn't be anything major, I mean, this can be the Agartha equivalent of a company that sells beakers and bunsen burners or something. I just imagine that some outside supplies have to come in eventually.</p>Aight. Does that sound legit to you? It wouldn't be anything major, I mean, this can be the Agartha equivalent of a company that sells beakers and bunsen burners or something. I just imagine that some outside supplies have to come in eventually.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T17:25:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=281#140272012-03-01T17:19:32Z2012-03-01T17:19:32Z<p><b>HAH HAH HAHHHHHH</b></p>
<p><b>LITTLE LIZARD</b></p>
<p><b>I WILL EAT YOU </b></p>
<p><b>THEN I WILL DEVOUR YOUR WORLD HAHHHHH</b></p>HAH HAH HAHHHHHH
LITTLE LIZARD
I WILL EAT YOU
THEN I WILL DEVOUR YOUR WORLD HAHHHHHKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T17:19:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=93#46312012-03-01T17:14:18Z2012-03-01T17:14:18Z<p>Gotcha. Just invented a connection, but perhaps there's a better one? Any other ways an ultra hi-tech and basically peaceful world might have come across y'all?</p>Gotcha. Just invented a connection, but perhaps there's a better one? Any other ways an ultra hi-tech and basically peaceful world might have come across y'all?Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T17:14:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=281#140222012-03-01T17:02:03Z2012-03-01T17:02:03Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Headmaster Ryo wrote:</div><blockquote><p> {i]Ryo does a check for the records and finds something a bit odd about them.[/i]</p>
<p>"I guess my first question would be how you and your family found out about Agartha. Not many from off-planet know about it." </blockquote><p>"Ah, yes. My...family is very thorough and wished for me to be able to study in peace, and in a place that is far away and very protected. Certain of your parts are built on my planet, if what Father tells me is correct. Things used in science classrooms and the like, just little things, but enough that he became aware of you."
<p>He smiles again, flashing those teeth. "As I said, my family is <i>very</i> thorough, and Father most of all." Yu's seated posture is uncannily similar to a high-level, high-powered executive; crossed leg, rigid back, alternatingly folded and relaxed hands, attentive but not attending head angle and facial expression.</p>
<p>"Oh, ah, I should say; your...reputation...is quite good. Speaks very well of this facility."</p>Headmaster Ryo wrote:{i]Ryo does a check for the records and finds something a bit odd about them.[/i]
"I guess my first question would be how you and your family found out about Agartha. Not many from off-planet know about it."
"Ah, yes. My...family is very thorough and wished for me to be able to study in peace, and in a place that is far away and very protected. Certain of your parts are built on my planet, if what Father tells me is correct. Things used in science classrooms and the...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T17:02:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=93#46292012-03-01T16:50:41Z2012-03-01T16:50:41Z<p>Oh, and let me know if I'm overreaching with the whole "distant planet" silliness. I'll retcon as necessary. I'm just still pretty fuzzy on the whole multiversal situation in this game, but I needed him to be from Someplace Far Away, without taking undue liberties.</p>Oh, and let me know if I'm overreaching with the whole "distant planet" silliness. I'll retcon as necessary. I'm just still pretty fuzzy on the whole multiversal situation in this game, but I needed him to be from Someplace Far Away, without taking undue liberties.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T16:50:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=281#140152012-03-01T16:37:58Z2012-03-01T16:37:58Z<p><b>@Ryo: </b>Yu smiles broadly, revealing decorated teeth; one upper incisor is gold, and another appears to be encrusted with diamonds. He removes his sunglasses, revealing strange, silver-colored eyes. So very exotic. </p>
<p>"<b>Greetings, headmaster! I am Yu-Nyin. I believe my...father has registered me already here for some classes. I am to take over the...family business, and he wishes me to be in further command of my powers and knowledge. Thus, I am here humbly to submit myself to the learning regimens as put forth by you and the other instructors. I expect my registration and schedule is in order?</b>" Yu shakes hands with Ryo, and his grip is sure and strong and dry; confident and not overbearing. He enters the office per Ryo's invitation as he speaks. His speaking voice is clear and affectless, and very easily heard and understood.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If Ryo checks, he will find that Yu has indeed been registered for a fairly typical — if a bit heavy — load of first-year classes, including Sifu Daiyu's Meditation 101 and Aananda's PE 101. He has parent names and contact info on file, and hails from a far planet known for being a meritocratic technocracy. Kinda cybertron-y, but with carbon-based lifeforms.</span></p>@Ryo: Yu smiles broadly, revealing decorated teeth; one upper incisor is gold, and another appears to be encrusted with diamonds. He removes his sunglasses, revealing strange, silver-colored eyes. So very exotic.
"Greetings, headmaster! I am Yu-Nyin. I believe my...father has registered me already here for some classes. I am to take over the...family business, and he wishes me to be in further command of my powers and knowledge. Thus, I am here humbly to submit myself to the learning...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-03-01T16:37:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=280#139862012-02-29T20:56:56Z2012-02-29T20:56:56Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Headmaster Ryo wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc>How unfortunate that I am about to hit the road. This seems like it could be interesting enough for me to think about on the way.</span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>No worries. This particular plot is not time-sensitive at all, so if Ryo isn't around, Yu will find other ways to keep busy in the meantime. Really he's only even visiting you as a formality.</span>Headmaster Ryo wrote:How unfortunate that I am about to hit the road. This seems like it could be interesting enough for me to think about on the way.
No worries. This particular plot is not time-sensitive at all, so if Ryo isn't around, Yu will find other ways to keep busy in the meantime. Really he's only even visiting you as a formality.Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-02-29T20:56:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesYu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=280#139802012-02-29T20:39:17Z2012-02-29T20:39:17Z<p>An extremely attractive and well-dressed human of asian descent strides confidently through the halls of the school. He is dressed in an impeccably tailored Amosu suit with perfect, subtle pinstriping. His black hair is oh-so-perfectly ruffled, and has a single silvery-grey streak running through it. The tortoise-shell coloring of his Moss Lipow sunglasses matches his hair, his suit, and the tips of the laces on his shiny Berluti shoes. </p>
<p>He is wearing a faint smile on his face as he approaches the Headmaster's office. Unlike most students, he seems to know <i>exactly</i> where he is going. </p>
<p>He knocks politely on Ryo's door, just three times, then stands at-ease, his stance relaxed but ready, his trim and strong body a paragon of form and beauty.</p>An extremely attractive and well-dressed human of asian descent strides confidently through the halls of the school. He is dressed in an impeccably tailored Amosu suit with perfect, subtle pinstriping. His black hair is oh-so-perfectly ruffled, and has a single silvery-grey streak running through it. The tortoise-shell coloring of his Moss Lipow sunglasses matches his hair, his suit, and the tips of the laces on his shiny Berluti shoes.
He is wearing a faint smile on his face as he...Yu-Nyin Bahs (alias of downrightamazed)2012-02-29T20:39:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=7#3122012-02-24T20:55:22Z2012-02-24T20:55:22Z<p>Glee looks at the door for a second, considering, but then continues up the stairs. <i>Lessee if I can get to the top and work my way down.</i> With that thought, the half-elf starts lightly trotting up the stairs, seeking to get to the very top. She keeps her eyes and ears alert for guards.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Also, I have Fast Stealth, so I'm working at a constant stealth roll of 28 here without rolling, using my Chameleon features and urban favored terrain.</span></p>Glee looks at the door for a second, considering, but then continues up the stairs. Lessee if I can get to the top and work my way down. With that thought, the half-elf starts lightly trotting up the stairs, seeking to get to the very top. She keeps her eyes and ears alert for guards.
Also, I have Fast Stealth, so I'm working at a constant stealth roll of 28 here without rolling, using my Chameleon features and urban favored terrain.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-02-24T20:55:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=7#3092012-02-23T23:06:48Z2012-02-23T23:06:48Z<p>Glee moves forward quietly, stopping to listen at two of the doors, but only briefly and surreptitiously, not really expecting to hear anything suspicious, not so close to a dining hall and reception area.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (5) + 10 = 15</span>
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Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (19) + 10 = 29</span>
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Stealth: 10+18 = 28</span></p>
<p>She gazes at the tapestries as she goes along, and thinks to herself what her next move should be. <i>Downstairs is probably dungeons, barracks, danger and secrets. Oubliettes. Things to be hidden and forgotten. Upstairs...yeah...upstairs is where they always put their valuables...closer to the heavens, I guess. Upstairs it is.</i></p>
<p>Trusting the elven half of her blood to allow her to see clearly in the dim light of the stairs, she approaches quietly and starts up the steps, to see what may be above.</p>Glee moves forward quietly, stopping to listen at two of the doors, but only briefly and surreptitiously, not really expecting to hear anything suspicious, not so close to a dining hall and reception area.
Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Stealth: 10+18 = 28
She gazes at the tapestries as she goes along, and thinks to herself what her next move should be. Downstairs is probably dungeons, barracks, danger and secrets. Oubliettes. Things to be hidden and...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-02-23T23:06:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=7#3052012-02-22T07:37:54Z2012-02-22T07:37:54Z<p>Once away from the table, Gliressa sticks tight to the shadows and corners, listening and watching closely for any approaching guards she might need to bluff. She has no interest, currently, in stealing anything or breaking anything or — she gulps — escaping, but she is keeping her senses as open as possible to anything out of the ordinary. What could have such clearly noble people acting so strange; exposed riches? Arcane knowledge? Caged beasts?</p>
<p><i>Maybe it's nothing...a girl can hope.</i></p>
<p>Seth winds nervously around her neck a couple times and hisses, flicking out his little tongue in a marvelously accurate reflection of his mistress' mood.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18</span></span></p>Once away from the table, Gliressa sticks tight to the shadows and corners, listening and watching closely for any approaching guards she might need to bluff. She has no interest, currently, in stealing anything or breaking anything or -- she gulps -- escaping, but she is keeping her senses as open as possible to anything out of the ordinary. What could have such clearly noble people acting so strange; exposed riches? Arcane knowledge? Caged beasts?
Maybe it's nothing...a girl can hope.
...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-02-22T07:37:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=7#3022012-02-13T07:57:55Z2012-02-13T07:57:55Z<p>After standing and bowing politely, Gliressa sits back down, then nods at Mayve's assessment of things. "<b>They just wanted to be on their way, and we were able to assist in encouraging them, though of course your own guards helped matters along by being reasonable and obviously great judges of character.</b>" She smiles lamely at her own joke.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Diplomacy: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (2) + 12 = 14</span></span></p>
<p>After a bit of discussion, the half-elf stands and excuses herself. "<b>Heh. Sorry, be right back. A lady's gotta powder her nose, you understand.</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Bluff: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 19 ⇒ (6) + 19 = 25</span></span>
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[Spoiler omitted]</p>
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<p>Once away from the table, Glee does her best to orient herself in the place and sets out down a random hallway to get a look around the castle.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Survival (just for sense of direction): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24</span>
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Stealth: 10+18+2=30 (urban take 10, skill, stealth pool (2/7 used))</span></p>
<p><i>Let's have a bit of a look-see around here, huh? Irina's right to be a bit paranoid, I think, I don't like all the furtive looks and hidden glances going on in this place...</i></p>After standing and bowing politely, Gliressa sits back down, then nods at Mayve's assessment of things. "They just wanted to be on their way, and we were able to assist in encouraging them, though of course your own guards helped matters along by being reasonable and obviously great judges of character." She smiles lamely at her own joke.
Diplomacy: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
After a bit of discussion, the half-elf stands and excuses herself. "Heh. Sorry, be right back. A lady's gotta powder her...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-02-13T07:57:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2932012-01-29T08:01:51Z2012-01-29T08:01:51Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (14) + 10 = 24</span>
<br />
Bluff <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 19 ⇒ (20) + 19 = 39</span>
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Diplomacy: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (15) + 12 = 27</span></span></p>
<p>Gliressa nods in agreeance with Rhane and the others; their quest should indeed remain a secret. As they make their way to the dining hall, Glee steps forward and walks side-by-side with Lord Boughart, speaking loud enough so the whole group can easily hear. "<b>Lord Boughart, I and my companions thank you again for your hospitality. It is a fine thing that Sir Blackwood knows the north so well; we five are acting as a deputation on behalf of Plaeton and other free cities, trying to scout ahead for good homes for refugees, and if possible a source of these disturbances. Tell me; what is the capacity of this city to either house or at least facilitate the movement of the refugees currently outside, and are things worse to the north? Do the disturbances continue?</b>"</p>
<p>Glee hopes the rest of the group will pick up on the half-truth she's slipping so they can all be in on the story. She does not feel good lying, even a little lie such as this, but until she understands the nobleman's allegiances she figures Rhane and Mayve are right; it's better safe than sorry.</p>Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Bluff [dice]1d20+19[/dice]
Diplomacy: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
Gliressa nods in agreeance with Rhane and the others; their quest should indeed remain a secret. As they make their way to the dining hall, Glee steps forward and walks side-by-side with Lord Boughart, speaking loud enough so the whole group can easily hear. "Lord Boughart, I and my companions thank you again for your hospitality. It is a fine thing that Sir Blackwood knows the north so well; we five...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-29T08:01:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2782012-01-19T20:49:17Z2012-01-19T20:49:17Z<p>Gliressa shrugs at the others and follows the nobleman on. "<b>Thank you, Lord Boughart. A meal would certainly be welcome. Plaeton is in rather dire straits right now, if you haven't heard, which is why so many refugees are moving across the countryside. Last night the city was struck by some kind of interdimensional cataclysm; incursions of the planes of air and earth brought...unpleasant elemental presences into our midst. Huge cracks in the ground, earthquakes, storms. Who knows what else. We helped as we could before getting on the road ourselves.</b>"</p>Gliressa shrugs at the others and follows the nobleman on. "Thank you, Lord Boughart. A meal would certainly be welcome. Plaeton is in rather dire straits right now, if you haven't heard, which is why so many refugees are moving across the countryside. Last night the city was struck by some kind of interdimensional cataclysm; incursions of the planes of air and earth brought...unpleasant elemental presences into our midst. Huge cracks in the ground, earthquakes, storms. Who knows what else....Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-19T20:49:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2752012-01-18T05:08:26Z2012-01-18T05:08:26Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Diplomacy: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (20) + 12 = 32</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>A pleasure to meet you, m'lord.</b>" Glee bows politely to the nobleman. "<b>Of course we will join you, and our pleasure to do so. How long have refugees been gathering here, if I may ask? Is this just since yesterday? Also...'creatures taking flight'? What flying things have you seen? Small ones, I hope? Like...cute little birds, maybe?</b>" She gives him a hopeful smile.</p>Diplomacy: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
"A pleasure to meet you, m'lord." Glee bows politely to the nobleman. "Of course we will join you, and our pleasure to do so. How long have refugees been gathering here, if I may ask? Is this just since yesterday? Also...'creatures taking flight'? What flying things have you seen? Small ones, I hope? Like...cute little birds, maybe?" She gives him a hopeful smile.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-18T05:08:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2732012-01-17T18:21:16Z2012-01-17T18:21:16Z<p>Curious, Gliressa catches the official's eye and asks after his visions, wondering if he's seen anything maybe they might have missed while they were in the academy. "<b>Sir, what signs have you been seeing in the sky? What portents?</b>"</p>Curious, Gliressa catches the official's eye and asks after his visions, wondering if he's seen anything maybe they might have missed while they were in the academy. "Sir, what signs have you been seeing in the sky? What portents?"Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-17T18:21:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=48#24002012-01-16T05:50:20Z2012-01-16T05:50:20Z<p>Eru, who has put away her fan and is looking much more like the westerner she is, makes a pained face at Azami's tone, but speaks evenly. "<b>If Madame Curator wishes to accompany me, she certainly may.</b>" the young elf rolls her eyes. "<b>Ay me, now I'm talking like I'm still in a tea party. Ugh. You can come, Tokine, but it'll be a bit before we head out. Gwen and Naradil will be rounding up recruits to help. There is...much unpleasantness down there, as we all have heard.</b>" With that the princess and her servant — Shoto Asago — start down the street towards the Inn of the Graces.</p>Eru, who has put away her fan and is looking much more like the westerner she is, makes a pained face at Azami's tone, but speaks evenly. "If Madame Curator wishes to accompany me, she certainly may." the young elf rolls her eyes. "Ay me, now I'm talking like I'm still in a tea party. Ugh. You can come, Tokine, but it'll be a bit before we head out. Gwen and Naradil will be rounding up recruits to help. There is...much unpleasantness down there, as we all have heard." With that the princess...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-16T05:50:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2682012-01-13T06:26:40Z2012-01-13T06:26:40Z<p>"<b>That's a truth...</b>" Glee says quietly, agreeing with Irina. She leads her mount across the bridge, waiting for a clear space when she can get back up in the saddle.</p>"That's a truth..." Glee says quietly, agreeing with Irina. She leads her mount across the bridge, waiting for a clear space when she can get back up in the saddle.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-13T06:26:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2612012-01-10T07:37:49Z2012-01-10T07:37:49Z<p>"<b>Mayve, I, uh, I'm not sure this is working, exactly.</b>" Glee looks around nervously, then puts two fingers in her mouth and lets loose an amazingly loud and piercing whistle.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Diplomacy: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (12) + 12 = 24</span>
<br />
Intimidate: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>LISTEN EVERYBODY! FALL IN LINE AND DO THIS IN AN ORDERLY MANNER! DAMMITALL YOU NEED TO COOPERATE OR NO ONE IS GOING ANYWHERE!</b>" the half-elf yells at the top of her lungs, hoping to get folks to just settle down and help so she and her companions can be on their way.</p>"Mayve, I, uh, I'm not sure this is working, exactly." Glee looks around nervously, then puts two fingers in her mouth and lets loose an amazingly loud and piercing whistle.
Diplomacy: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
Intimidate: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
"LISTEN EVERYBODY! FALL IN LINE AND DO THIS IN AN ORDERLY MANNER! DAMMITALL YOU NEED TO COOPERATE OR NO ONE IS GOING ANYWHERE!" the half-elf yells at the top of her lungs, hoping to get folks to just settle down and help so she and her companions can be on...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-10T07:37:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=227#113102012-01-09T20:26:10Z2012-01-09T20:26:10Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Gustav Stonecutter wrote:</div><blockquote> <b>"It doesn't think."</b> Gustav shot back. <b>"And it's too small to do anything."</b> </blockquote><p>"<b>Mmmm...</b>" Diayu nods thoughtfully. "<b>Perhaps you are right, Sifu Stonecutter. Perhaps a thing that is too small, cannot really be a thing, and if we do not think, then what are we?</b>"
<p>There is a pause, then the Sifu stands. "<b>Sifu Stonecutter has given us all our homework for this night. We shall all take time to meditate tonight, on nothingness, and size, and what it means to think. I greatly anticipate the lessons you will bring to our meeting tomorrow.</b>" She bows low to all the students, who return the bow as manners dictate, or not, if they are feeling impetuous or rebellious. It doesn't seem to make much of a difference to Chen Daiyu. </p>
<p>"<b>Now please bow to Sifu Stonecutter for giving us all such excellent questions to meditate upon. These are questions that have vexed many great minds, and are most worthy of your consideration.</b>" She bows again to Gustav, along with some of the students others make faces at Gustav, or just don't do it at all.</p>
<p>"<b>Please leave in peace.</b>" And with that, class is dismissed.</p>Gustav Stonecutter wrote:"It doesn't think." Gustav shot back. "And it's too small to do anything."
"Mmmm..." Diayu nods thoughtfully. "Perhaps you are right, Sifu Stonecutter. Perhaps a thing that is too small, cannot really be a thing, and if we do not think, then what are we?" There is a pause, then the Sifu stands. "Sifu Stonecutter has given us all our homework for this night. We shall all take time to meditate tonight, on nothingness, and size, and what it means to think. I greatly...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-09T20:26:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=226#112542012-01-07T07:39:27Z2012-01-07T07:39:27Z<p>Sifu Daiyu smiles at Gustav, but then looks confused. "<b>'Nothing'? I am sorry, teacher, forgive my stupidity, but isn't that a pebble before you, and therefore, actually a thing?</b>"</p>Sifu Daiyu smiles at Gustav, but then looks confused. "'Nothing'? I am sorry, teacher, forgive my stupidity, but isn't that a pebble before you, and therefore, actually a thing?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-07T07:39:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=225#112222012-01-06T20:26:08Z2012-01-06T20:26:08Z<p>"<b>Yes. I, too, struggle with Self. Sometimes, the forces that can change us come from within us, and cannot be stopped will-we-or-never. But to understand our Self is to understand Change, and hence move with that force, and actualize our Self.</b>"</p>
<p>She bows again, her forehead just barely touching the floor. "<b>I thank you, Sifu, for this lesson.</b>" She straightens back up. "<b>Will any of my other teachers instruct me on this day?</b>"</p>"Yes. I, too, struggle with Self. Sometimes, the forces that can change us come from within us, and cannot be stopped will-we-or-never. But to understand our Self is to understand Change, and hence move with that force, and actualize our Self."
She bows again, her forehead just barely touching the floor. "I thank you, Sifu, for this lesson." She straightens back up. "Will any of my other teachers instruct me on this day?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-06T20:26:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=74#36562012-01-06T20:21:27Z2012-01-06T20:21:27Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Headmaster Ryo wrote:</div><blockquote> Yeah, we haven't been around for centuries so... we probably didn't make the time pocket. </blockquote><p>The time pocket isn't centuries old, it just allows her to warp things so she has "all the time in the world". Just handwaving a bit of minor chronomancy kind of thing, making a pocket demi-plane that is a slice of ancient China kind of thing.
<p><b>Fei:</b> I forgot about that, but you're right. Coolness.</p>Headmaster Ryo wrote:Yeah, we haven't been around for centuries so... we probably didn't make the time pocket.
The time pocket isn't centuries old, it just allows her to warp things so she has "all the time in the world". Just handwaving a bit of minor chronomancy kind of thing, making a pocket demi-plane that is a slice of ancient China kind of thing. Fei: I forgot about that, but you're right. Coolness.Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-06T20:21:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=73#36492012-01-06T18:49:08Z2012-01-06T18:49:08Z<p>Hey <b>Fei/Dalesman</b>, in addition to Aananda, I'm thinking Chen could also be a teacher capable of working with Fei. I'm gonna stat her out this weekend as a "perfect master" kind of thing. She's a pacifist, see, and has been training for centuries thanks to the time pocket the staff helped create for her in her cozy little demi-plane classroom.</p>
<p>Thoughts? Suggestions? You okay with this?</p>Hey Fei/Dalesman, in addition to Aananda, I'm thinking Chen could also be a teacher capable of working with Fei. I'm gonna stat her out this weekend as a "perfect master" kind of thing. She's a pacifist, see, and has been training for centuries thanks to the time pocket the staff helped create for her in her cozy little demi-plane classroom.
Thoughts? Suggestions? You okay with this?Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-06T18:49:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=225#112132012-01-06T18:45:16Z2012-01-06T18:45:16Z<p>The Sifu bows low to the quasit. "<b>Strength is a fundamental lesson, one I always seek to learn more about. I thank you, Sifu Phaezeriel, the pebble in your hand obviously contains much wisdom, and I look forward to being allowed to receive that wisdom over time.</b>" Without giving any physical hint that a question is coming, the ageless teacher then asks; "<b>Please forgive this one's impertinence, sifu, but what is...'ourselves', and what is...'change'?</b>"</p>The Sifu bows low to the quasit. "Strength is a fundamental lesson, one I always seek to learn more about. I thank you, Sifu Phaezeriel, the pebble in your hand obviously contains much wisdom, and I look forward to being allowed to receive that wisdom over time." Without giving any physical hint that a question is coming, the ageless teacher then asks; "Please forgive this one's impertinence, sifu, but what is...'ourselves', and what is...'change'?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-06T18:45:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=225#112042012-01-06T17:59:56Z2012-01-06T17:59:56Z<p>Daiyu smiles warmly at Nasima. It's almost a strange expression, really, to see on a woman so wiry and strong, but there it is nonetheless. For all her intensity the Sifu seems honestly to enjoy these discourses with all her young "teachers".</p>
<p>"<b>That is an excellent lesson, Sifu Shearskye, and I thank you for it.</b>" she bows to the sylph, then sits straight again. "<b>Who else would like to teach me today?</b>"</p>Daiyu smiles warmly at Nasima. It's almost a strange expression, really, to see on a woman so wiry and strong, but there it is nonetheless. For all her intensity the Sifu seems honestly to enjoy these discourses with all her young "teachers".
"That is an excellent lesson, Sifu Shearskye, and I thank you for it." she bows to the sylph, then sits straight again. "Who else would like to teach me today?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-06T17:59:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=73#36342012-01-05T22:31:39Z2012-01-05T22:31:39Z<p>Well, it'd make this thread a lot shorter, that's for sure. :-p</p>Well, it'd make this thread a lot shorter, that's for sure. :-pPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-05T22:31:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=223#111282012-01-05T22:29:40Z2012-01-05T22:29:40Z<p><b>@Anyone in Meditation Class: </b>After what feels like an eternity for many of the students Sifu Daiyu speaks, though her eyes are still closed. "<b>Please. Teachers. I wish to know about your pebbles. About what you see. Share what you know with this humble student. Who wishes to instruct me first?</b>"</p>@Anyone in Meditation Class: After what feels like an eternity for many of the students Sifu Daiyu speaks, though her eyes are still closed. "Please. Teachers. I wish to know about your pebbles. About what you see. Share what you know with this humble student. Who wishes to instruct me first?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-05T22:29:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=223#111192012-01-05T06:55:40Z2012-01-05T06:55:40Z<p>"<b>...</b>"</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-05T06:55:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2582012-01-04T06:22:47Z2012-01-04T06:22:47Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>D'oh! Sorry. My bad. At least I didn't get trampled or something.</span></p>D'oh! Sorry. My bad. At least I didn't get trampled or something.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-04T06:22:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=6#2542012-01-03T07:07:23Z2012-01-03T07:07:23Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DM aLittleTooQuiet wrote:</div><blockquote><p> With a little coaxing, Mayve settles her horse, who seems to have shed any apprehension about the crowd and now follows calmly.
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Glee handle animal</span> 1d20+8</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Dunno how important this will end up being, but FYI Glee did dismount, which is why I didn't roll the HA check:</span>
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<div class="messageboard-quotee">Glee wrote:</div><blockquote>The half-elf slips down off her horse and catches up with Mayve...</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27</span>
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Diplomacy: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (15) + 12 = 27</span></span></p>
<p>Gliressa is torn. On the one hand, she really wants to see refugees like this get to safety, and get new homes. But on the other hand, she's certainly sympathetic to the guard's position; if a city lacked necessary infrastructure, then letting in refugees just risked making things worse, possibly adding even more refugees to all move on to yet <i>another</i> town. She bites her lip worriedly as she listens to Rhane's suggestion, then seems to come to a decision. She yells up at the guard: "<b>My friends have a plan! Could we let in a few at a time! Small groups! These people have no place to go, my lord!</b>"</p>DM aLittleTooQuiet wrote:With a little coaxing, Mayve settles her horse, who seems to have shed any apprehension about the crowd and now follows calmly.
Glee handle animal 1d20+8
Dunno how important this will end up being, but FYI Glee did dismount, which is why I didn't roll the HA check:
Glee wrote:The half-elf slips down off her horse and catches up with Mayve...
Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Diplomacy: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]Gliressa is torn. On the one hand, she really wants to see...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2012-01-03T07:07:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2462011-12-31T06:21:56Z2011-12-31T06:21:56Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Knowledge: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (3) + 10 = 13</span>
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Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25</span></span></p>
<p>Glee arches an eyebrow as Mayve bulls her way into the crowd. She looks up at the guard and realizes he's trying to get folks to turn back, but apparently is failing miserably. She shakes her head, then turns to Irina.</p>
<p>"<b>Irina, if you and Tzay can fly over and try to get that guard to open the gate, that might be a more direct route. Seems he could get that done, and he's the one currently trying to get the people to push back. I'm going to try to help Mayve.</b>"</p>
<p>The half-elf slips down off her horse and catches up with Mayve, also speaking loudly to everyone, trying to get them to move. "<b>Please, everyone, we're here on Academy business, on city business, let us through so we can try to get these gates open for you. Please, I'm sorry, please, I know you're tired, I'm so sorry...let us try to help you out.</b>" The soft-hearted halfbreed is having a hard time keeping her cool surrounded by people in such dire straits.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Bluff: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 19 ⇒ (5) + 19 = 24</span>
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Diplomacy: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (6) + 12 = 18</span> </span></p>Knowledge: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Glee arches an eyebrow as Mayve bulls her way into the crowd. She looks up at the guard and realizes he's trying to get folks to turn back, but apparently is failing miserably. She shakes her head, then turns to Irina.
"Irina, if you and Tzay can fly over and try to get that guard to open the gate, that might be a more direct route. Seems he could get that done, and he's the one currently trying to get the people to push back....Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-31T06:21:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=47#23492011-12-31T04:45:30Z2011-12-31T04:45:30Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-31T04:45:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=47#23422011-12-30T04:18:17Z2011-12-30T04:18:17Z<p><b>@Chu: </b>Eru looks pained, but Asago whispers something to her and she nods. Rising gracefully but leaving her fan in front of her face, she nods to you and steps outside, making sure to stay under cover and out of the rain. Asago, you note, remains inside.</p>
<p>"<b>Lord Kage, how may I assist you?</b>" the princess bows.</p>@Chu: Eru looks pained, but Asago whispers something to her and she nods. Rising gracefully but leaving her fan in front of her face, she nods to you and steps outside, making sure to stay under cover and out of the rain. Asago, you note, remains inside.
"Lord Kage, how may I assist you?" the princess bows.Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-30T04:18:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=47#23292011-12-29T05:47:43Z2011-12-29T05:47:43Z<p>Eru raised her fan a little higher the moment Baslav walked in, and has kept it up in a secretive, 'shy <i>maiko</i>' position the entire time. Her elven eyes, already larger than human eyes, are positively huge viewed over the edge of the fan. </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Eru raised her fan a little higher the moment Baslav walked in, and has kept it up in a secretive, 'shy maiko' position the entire time. Her elven eyes, already larger than human eyes, are positively huge viewed over the edge of the fan.
[Spoiler omitted]Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-29T05:47:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2332011-12-27T04:25:18Z2011-12-27T04:25:18Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Glee can't fail that skill check.</span></p>
<p>Glee smiles back at Rhane. "<b>Well, if I don't miss my mark, the East Gate is going to be the clearest route based on what I can see of the damage.</b>" She looks sadly around her, the smile fading quickly from her face. She sighs. "<b>I suppose from there it's a turn north, towards the cold, and eventually the tower. Eventually...</b>" The half-elf nudges her horse forward.</p>Glee can't fail that skill check.
Glee smiles back at Rhane. "Well, if I don't miss my mark, the East Gate is going to be the clearest route based on what I can see of the damage." She looks sadly around her, the smile fading quickly from her face. She sighs. "I suppose from there it's a turn north, towards the cold, and eventually the tower. Eventually..." The half-elf nudges her horse forward.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-27T04:25:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=219#109072011-12-22T19:48:31Z2011-12-22T19:48:31Z<p>"..."</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:48:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108972011-12-22T19:31:23Z2011-12-22T19:31:23Z<p>"<b>...?</b>"</p>"...?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:31:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108962011-12-22T19:30:54Z2011-12-22T19:30:54Z<p>"<b>HAH! HAH! HAHHHHHH!</b>"</p>
<p>A peal of thunder caroms around the horizon, far far away.</p>"HAH! HAH! HAHHHHHH!"
A peal of thunder caroms around the horizon, far far away.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:30:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108922011-12-22T19:23:27Z2011-12-22T19:23:27Z<p>"<b>...</b>"</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:23:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108902011-12-22T19:21:35Z2011-12-22T19:21:35Z<p>"<b>...wwwwwwWATCH! THEM!</b>"</p>"...wwwwwwWATCH! THEM!"Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:21:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108882011-12-22T19:20:18Z2011-12-22T19:20:18Z<p>"<b><span class=tiny>...wwwwwatchh!</span></b>"</p>"...wwwwwatchh!"Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:20:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108862011-12-22T19:16:59Z2011-12-22T19:16:59Z<p>"...wwwwwaaatchhhhh..."</p>"...wwwwwaaatchhhhh..."Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:16:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108842011-12-22T19:16:15Z2011-12-22T19:16:15Z<p><span class=tiny>...wwwatchhhh...</span></p>...wwwatchhhh...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T19:16:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=218#108562011-12-22T17:32:40Z2011-12-22T17:32:40Z<p>Daiyu smiles warmly, her eyes crinkling up again as before. "<b>Ahh. I see. You may fly here. Just, please, do not knock over my <i>bonsai</i>.</b>" she says with a wink, indicating the tiny, potted trees placed at various spots on the wide ledge.</p>Daiyu smiles warmly, her eyes crinkling up again as before. "Ahh. I see. You may fly here. Just, please, do not knock over my bonsai." she says with a wink, indicating the tiny, potted trees placed at various spots on the wide ledge.Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T17:32:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=71#35052011-12-22T16:26:20Z2011-12-22T16:26:20Z<p>"<b>Elitist? In <i>those</i> shoes? Oh Helen. Please.</b>"</p>
<p>;-)</p>"Elitist? In those shoes? Oh Helen. Please."
;-)Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T16:26:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=217#108492011-12-22T15:57:51Z2011-12-22T15:57:51Z<p>"<b>This place is my home.</b>" Daiyu pauses for a moment, and then gives Vai a thoroughly puzzled look. "<b>Safe? Forgive me <i>sifu</i>, but I do not understand.</b>"</p>"This place is my home." Daiyu pauses for a moment, and then gives Vai a thoroughly puzzled look. "Safe? Forgive me sifu, but I do not understand."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T15:57:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=217#108372011-12-22T06:55:12Z2011-12-22T06:55:12Z<p>•bows•
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"<b><span class=tiny><i>Shi</i>.</span></b>"</p>*bows*
"Shi."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-22T06:55:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=70#34832011-12-21T22:37:08Z2011-12-21T22:37:08Z<p>LIGHTNING BOLT! LIGHTNING BOLT! LIGHTNING BOLT!</p>LIGHTNING BOLT! LIGHTNING BOLT! LIGHTNING BOLT!Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T22:37:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=217#108222011-12-21T21:00:39Z2011-12-21T21:00:39Z<p>"<b>...</b>"</p>"..."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T21:00:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=217#108142011-12-21T20:05:36Z2011-12-21T20:05:36Z<p>"<b><span class=tiny>You are very perceptive, <i>sifu</i>.</span></b>" Daiyu smiles softly and her eyes crinkle up the tiniest bit, revealing the first clue as to what might be her actual age, for there is nothing else about her to suggest how old she might be. "<b>The stone is a sign. I do not know what it is, but perhaps you know people with expertise in gems who could tell you? Khoda is a god of storm, of destruction. A gem is a thing of precision and refinement and care. It is not made in a flash of hate and fire, but over careful time.</b>"</p>"You are very perceptive, sifu." Daiyu smiles softly and her eyes crinkle up the tiniest bit, revealing the first clue as to what might be her actual age, for there is nothing else about her to suggest how old she might be. "The stone is a sign. I do not know what it is, but perhaps you know people with expertise in gems who could tell you? Khoda is a god of storm, of destruction. A gem is a thing of precision and refinement and care. It is not made in a flash of hate and fire, but over...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T20:05:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=217#108062011-12-21T16:57:12Z2011-12-21T16:57:12Z<p>The Sifu bows in return, then addresses Vai. "<b>It is virtuous to help one's friends, especially those that help themselves. How will you assist her?</b>"</p>The Sifu bows in return, then addresses Vai. "It is virtuous to help one's friends, especially those that help themselves. How will you assist her?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T16:57:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=217#108042011-12-21T16:53:30Z2011-12-21T16:53:30Z<p>Daiyu sits back, returning her hand to the inside of her sleeve. "<b>Indeed. It has <i>become</i> something different. Before, it was a rock in a different <i>state</i>. Now it is many smaller rocks. It has <i>become</i>.</b>"
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"<b>...</b>"
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"<b>Before me I see still Nasima. Perhaps in a different state; a state of learning. But still the same fundamental person. Khoda has taught you a lesson, but you have not <i>become</i> any of the things you say. They are a story you are telling yourself, an unbecoming litany for an audience of one.</b>"</p>Daiyu sits back, returning her hand to the inside of her sleeve. "Indeed. It has become something different. Before, it was a rock in a different state. Now it is many smaller rocks. It has become."
"..."
"Before me I see still Nasima. Perhaps in a different state; a state of learning. But still the same fundamental person. Khoda has taught you a lesson, but you have not become any of the things you say. They are a story you are telling yourself, an unbecoming litany for an audience of one."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T16:53:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=216#107982011-12-21T16:44:38Z2011-12-21T16:44:38Z<p>Without the slightest hint of effort, Daiyu squeezes her thumb and forefinger together, causing the pebble to explode into tiny fragments with a percussive •<b>POOM!</b>• Nasima jumps and gives a little shriek. The Sifu does not move at all.</p>
<p>"<b>Now, would you say, the rock is still a rock?</b>"</p>Without the slightest hint of effort, Daiyu squeezes her thumb and forefinger together, causing the pebble to explode into tiny fragments with a percussive *POOM!* Nasima jumps and gives a little shriek. The Sifu does not move at all.
"Now, would you say, the rock is still a rock?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T16:44:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=216#107952011-12-21T16:41:19Z2011-12-21T16:41:19Z<p>"<b>...</b>"</p>
<p>The sifu narrows her eyes just the tiniest, slightest bit at Nasima, and the sylph blanches. After a moment, the older woman takes another pebble off the ground and holds it up to the sylph. She licks it, causing 'Sima to giggle in spite of herself, then holds it up between her thumb and forefinger for the girls both to see.</p>
<p>Daiyu may or may not be smiling as she says "<b>Tell me, Nasima, is this rock, now, other than a rock? Has it failed to be a rock? Is it arrogant in reaching beyond its station to attempt to be also a candy, or a creek, or a river perhaps?</b>"</p>"..."
The sifu narrows her eyes just the tiniest, slightest bit at Nasima, and the sylph blanches. After a moment, the older woman takes another pebble off the ground and holds it up to the sylph. She licks it, causing 'Sima to giggle in spite of herself, then holds it up between her thumb and forefinger for the girls both to see.
Daiyu may or may not be smiling as she says "Tell me, Nasima, is this rock, now, other than a rock? Has it failed to be a rock? Is it arrogant in reaching beyond...Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T16:41:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=216#107902011-12-21T16:25:00Z2011-12-21T16:25:00Z<p>Sifu Daiyu's hand appears from her sleeve, and she slowly stretches out to touch the side of Nasima's neck. Curiosity and terror battle for supremacy on the sylph's face. "<b>...and yet you breathe. You walk, you speak. You have not failed, you have been taught. What has Khoda taught you.</b>"</p>Sifu Daiyu's hand appears from her sleeve, and she slowly stretches out to touch the side of Nasima's neck. Curiosity and terror battle for supremacy on the sylph's face. "...and yet you breathe. You walk, you speak. You have not failed, you have been taught. What has Khoda taught you."Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T16:25:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=216#107612011-12-21T07:47:23Z2011-12-21T07:47:23Z<p>•smiles•
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•bows deeply•
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"<b><span class=tiny><i>Shi.</i> This pebble is yours, now. Every day, I wish for you to tell me something new about it.</span></b>" She looks to Nasima, whose eyes are still closed, then back to you.
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"<b><span class=tiny>What brings two great teachers to my humble home?</span></b>"</p>*smiles*
*bows deeply*
"Shi. This pebble is yours, now. Every day, I wish for you to tell me something new about it." She looks to Nasima, whose eyes are still closed, then back to you.
"What brings two great teachers to my humble home?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T07:47:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2282011-12-21T06:11:44Z2011-12-21T06:11:44Z<p>Glee rises, stretches, does a bit of exercising to get her blood moving before having breakfast, and is happy when she walks outside to find that Rhane has already collected the mounts. "<b>Ah, hey, thanks Rhane. Owe you one.</b>" As Seth glides up to his customary spot around her neck, she double-checks her supplies and waits for the others, noting with dismay the tremendous destruction all around her, the quiet of the streets, the hanging dust cloud and gloom. She shakes her head sadly.</p>Glee rises, stretches, does a bit of exercising to get her blood moving before having breakfast, and is happy when she walks outside to find that Rhane has already collected the mounts. "Ah, hey, thanks Rhane. Owe you one." As Seth glides up to his customary spot around her neck, she double-checks her supplies and waits for the others, noting with dismay the tremendous destruction all around her, the quiet of the streets, the hanging dust cloud and gloom. She shakes her head sadly.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T06:11:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesSifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=216#107592011-12-21T06:05:48Z2011-12-21T06:05:48Z<p>The zen master betrays no change in manner or emotion as she bows to Vai and then says; "<b><span class=tiny>Yes. Just like the mountains behind me, would you say?</span></b>"</p>The zen master betrays no change in manner or emotion as she bows to Vai and then says; "Yes. Just like the mountains behind me, would you say?"Sifu Chen Daiyu (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-21T06:05:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=69#34022011-12-18T07:56:56Z2011-12-18T07:56:56Z<p>Nasima will mud wrestle.</p>Nasima will mud wrestle.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-18T07:56:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2242011-12-18T06:54:20Z2011-12-18T06:54:20Z<p>"<b>Oh this is excellent, Headmaster, thank you for your generosity!</b>" Glee watches as the others distribute the scrolls to the appropriate spellcasters. "<b>I can't help but hope this will be a painless journey, even though I know it's probably utterly foolish to do so.</b>" she sighs. "<b>A tower, stuck in time. Amazing. I mean, <i>if</i> that's what it is.</b>"</p>
<p>The half-elf stands and stretches. "<b>Okay, well, at dawn then, yes? I'll see you all in the morning. The journey begins...</b>" She then heads off to lay down and try to sleep among all the bedlam happening all around in the city, as the world tears itself apart.</p>"Oh this is excellent, Headmaster, thank you for your generosity!" Glee watches as the others distribute the scrolls to the appropriate spellcasters. "I can't help but hope this will be a painless journey, even though I know it's probably utterly foolish to do so." she sighs. "A tower, stuck in time. Amazing. I mean, if that's what it is."
The half-elf stands and stretches. "Okay, well, at dawn then, yes? I'll see you all in the morning. The journey begins..." She then heads off to lay down...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-18T06:54:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=46#22762011-12-17T07:29:31Z2011-12-17T07:29:31Z<p>Eru turns ash-white. "<b>I have seen this before.</b>" she says in a hushed and reverent voice. "<b>Not this...this movement, but this artwork. My House has two pairs of paintings like these, and we know where the third is to each triptych, and are engaged in trying to purchase them! One is in the fair City of Arts, Manacapuru, which sits on the Mana river at the end of the falls. The other is in a...um...private collection.</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Eru turns ash-white. "I have seen this before." she says in a hushed and reverent voice. "Not this...this movement, but this artwork. My House has two pairs of paintings like these, and we know where the third is to each triptych, and are engaged in trying to purchase them! One is in the fair City of Arts, Manacapuru, which sits on the Mana river at the end of the falls. The other is in a...um...private collection."
[Spoiler omitted]Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-17T07:29:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=68#33692011-12-16T19:41:27Z2011-12-16T19:41:27Z<p>Although Percy just wants to go back to arguing about hip-hop and related issues of perceived authenticity in the audience.</p>Although Percy just wants to go back to arguing about hip-hop and related issues of perceived authenticity in the audience.Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-16T19:41:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=46#22702011-12-16T04:03:21Z2011-12-16T04:03:21Z<p>Erudima nods graciously. "<b>I thank you all for your concern and offers of assistance, whatever thoughts or resources you send are welcome.</b>" She pulls a fan out of her sleeve and gracefully slides it open. The positioning of her arms is Shoto carriage, to be sure, and meant as a clear compliment to the House of her host, but her hand position and the placement of the fan at neck level is classic clan Sera form. Apparently Aki-chan also taught the young princess some lessons of actual value when she was forcing her to wear questionable clothes. </p>
<p>"<b>I will certainly seek whatever assistance I can.</b>" she says, the fan moving gently, "<b>Gwen and Naradil are great warriors, but they are Gorumites, and their bloodlust and overconfidence will be their undoing in this endeavor unless they are properly guided.</b>"</p>Erudima nods graciously. "I thank you all for your concern and offers of assistance, whatever thoughts or resources you send are welcome." She pulls a fan out of her sleeve and gracefully slides it open. The positioning of her arms is Shoto carriage, to be sure, and meant as a clear compliment to the House of her host, but her hand position and the placement of the fan at neck level is classic clan Sera form. Apparently Aki-chan also taught the young princess some lessons of actual value when...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-16T04:03:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=208#103662011-12-15T04:50:07Z2011-12-15T04:50:07Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Khassar Blackadder wrote:</div><blockquote> <i>Khassar watches the cloud sculptering and listens to the conversation wondering who these people that Percy and Nasima are talking about are. Some of the local bards he guesses. He waves when Vai walks up and continues to listen to the converstion. When she and Nasima leave he wonders whether either of them realize that Nasima is still wearing Nexiv. He sends Nex a message to continue to observe and recieves a rather sleepy confirmation. To Percy</i> "Well they're a rather interesting pair, are they not? One so full of energy and one jumping at her own shadow. They will either become life long friends or kill each other. So tell me who is this Khoda Nasima seems so worried about?" </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>What form is Nex in right now? I totally missed it.</span>
<p>"<b>Hm? Khoda? He's the God of Lightning, and also the God of Destruction. Or maybe just <i>a</i> God of Destruction, I lose track of these things. Back like thousands of years ago he — it — helped a horrid dragon god as it tried to consume the universe. They were stopped, Khoda was too powerful to be destroyed so he was banished to his home, the plane of storm.</b>" Percy makes a face at the clouds, which have now started wandering off to do their own thing, leaving only "<i>E C A E R K</i>" still floating about.</p>
<p>"<b>Anyway, somehow, someway, our little sylph there is a gate. No, that's not right. She's <i>the</i> gate for Khoda. She's the only way he can come back to our plane and destroy everything. I don't know how these things work but that's how it is. Anyway, she's the star of our advanced meditation class with Sifu Daiyu, 'cos she can achieve deep meditation. She needs it to deal with this Khoda business, Khoda has shown up a few times and each time it's been...violent. Now she can control him, but only a little, and she pays for it pretty dearly. She was...</b>"</p>
<p>The magma elemental stops himself and smiles an embarrassed smile at Khassar. "<b>Oh geez listen to me going ON! Mister flappyjawpants. Anyway! She's a princess of the plane of air, generally a sweet girl and a pretty terrific dancer even if she doesn't know the difference between popping and locking. So that's that.</b>"</p>Khassar Blackadder wrote:Khassar watches the cloud sculptering and listens to the conversation wondering who these people that Percy and Nasima are talking about are. Some of the local bards he guesses. He waves when Vai walks up and continues to listen to the converstion. When she and Nasima leave he wonders whether either of them realize that Nasima is still wearing Nexiv. He sends Nex a message to continue to observe and recieves a rather sleepy confirmation. To Percy "Well they're a...Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-15T04:50:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=207#103202011-12-14T20:47:51Z2011-12-14T20:47:51Z<p>"<b>No, you two go ahead. I'm going to stay put for a bit, talk to Khassar maybe, maybe just hang out, you know.</b>" he gives a wave. After 'Sima has re-entered the building, something suddenly occurs to him. He looks up to see what Nasima ended up spelling. Floating across the sky, a couple hundred feet up, written in little fluffy clouds for anyone to see, is the following:</p>
<p><i>P E R C Y IS A J E R K</i></p>
<p>"<b>HEY!</b>"</p>"No, you two go ahead. I'm going to stay put for a bit, talk to Khassar maybe, maybe just hang out, you know." he gives a wave. After 'Sima has re-entered the building, something suddenly occurs to him. He looks up to see what Nasima ended up spelling. Floating across the sky, a couple hundred feet up, written in little fluffy clouds for anyone to see, is the following:
P E R C Y IS A J E R K
"HEY!"Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-14T20:47:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesPercival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=207#103092011-12-14T20:16:19Z2011-12-14T20:16:19Z<p>Percy looks up. "<b>Nasima that's not a word.</b>"</p>Percy looks up. "Nasima that's not a word."Percival Sweetwater III (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-14T20:16:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=46#22642011-12-14T18:47:44Z2011-12-14T18:47:44Z<p>Eru takes several moments to savor the bouquet and liquor of her tea, then takes a single gentle sip. Pleasure is plain on her face. She opens her eyes and speaks. "<b>I hear a great actor will be giving a reading tonight at the State Dinner, I should very much like to see that. Have any of you witnessed one of Toshiro-san's performances before?</b>" The princess asks politely.</p>Eru takes several moments to savor the bouquet and liquor of her tea, then takes a single gentle sip. Pleasure is plain on her face. She opens her eyes and speaks. "I hear a great actor will be giving a reading tonight at the State Dinner, I should very much like to see that. Have any of you witnessed one of Toshiro-san's performances before?" The princess asks politely.Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-14T18:47:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2172011-12-13T19:41:53Z2011-12-13T19:41:53Z<p>"<b>Yeah, this is one of those times I hope I'm wrong.</b>" Glee says, grinning ruefully. "<b>But if Chronomancy is involved — that guy mentioned a Chronomancer, I remember it clear as day — then who knows, it's as likely as not. It could also be that we've already gone to the tower, and whether we will it or no, we're going to end up there. We may as well get underway there and save the universe the effort of concocting some ridiculous scenario to get us there.</b>"</p>"Yeah, this is one of those times I hope I'm wrong." Glee says, grinning ruefully. "But if Chronomancy is involved -- that guy mentioned a Chronomancer, I remember it clear as day -- then who knows, it's as likely as not. It could also be that we've already gone to the tower, and whether we will it or no, we're going to end up there. We may as well get underway there and save the universe the effort of concocting some ridiculous scenario to get us there."Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-13T19:41:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2152011-12-13T18:44:08Z2011-12-13T18:44:08Z<p>Glee taps her teeth. "<b>I think...hmm. The guy at the inn, when I asked him about these bracelets, Rhane, he seemed to imply they were a way to find the tower. Then he said 'is this the first time we've met?', like we should have met...before...somehow...</b>" The city-scourer goes quiet, then, thinking to herself. Her familiar slithers down from her neck and takes up residence around her wrist, extending himself along her index finger, tongue flicking in and out.</p>Glee taps her teeth. "I think...hmm. The guy at the inn, when I asked him about these bracelets, Rhane, he seemed to imply they were a way to find the tower. Then he said 'is this the first time we've met?', like we should have met...before...somehow..." The city-scourer goes quiet, then, thinking to herself. Her familiar slithers down from her neck and takes up residence around her wrist, extending himself along her index finger, tongue flicking in and out.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-13T18:44:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2132011-12-13T18:33:39Z2011-12-13T18:33:39Z<p>Glee nods. "<b>Much as I'm comfortable in cities, this is scarcely recognizable as such anymore, and is only going to get worse. We could help here, but that strikes me as being copper-wise and gold-foolish; both the crabby guy in the inn and the half-mad sot I encountered on the bench seemed quite sure we did...<i>something</i>...we, us here...</b>" - she indicates the group with a circular motion of her hand - "<b>...apparently caused this and/or are the only ones who can stop it. These bracelets Rhane and I have I guess are somehow key.</b>" </p>
<p>The half-elf takes a gulp of tea. "<b>Anyway, yeah. I'm all for getting on the road as soon as possible. I can't imagine we'll get any more answers here.</b>"</p>Glee nods. "Much as I'm comfortable in cities, this is scarcely recognizable as such anymore, and is only going to get worse. We could help here, but that strikes me as being copper-wise and gold-foolish; both the crabby guy in the inn and the half-mad sot I encountered on the bench seemed quite sure we did...something...we, us here..." - she indicates the group with a circular motion of her hand - "...apparently caused this and/or are the only ones who can stop it. These bracelets Rhane and...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-13T18:33:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=46#22612011-12-13T05:49:51Z2011-12-13T05:49:51Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sense Motive: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (15) + 12 = 27</span></span></p>
<p>Eru bows deeply. "<b>Again, I am sorry. There is indeed much to discuss, I...I have much on my mind...</b>" She trails off absently. Shoto Asago gently touches her elbow and the coltish elf gives a distracted smile and moves to take her seat. With Asago-san close behind she lightly steps over and sits down in one graceful and perfect maneuver, the product of years of noble upbringing. The ways of Mamban may be different from the ways of Lanzhu, but High breeding is High breeding, and certain manners and customs carry from culture to culture with nothing lost in translation; a certain grace is one of them.</p>
<p>"<b>Please do begin. Rhon and the others...will not be joining us.</b>"</p>Sense Motive: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
Eru bows deeply. "Again, I am sorry. There is indeed much to discuss, I...I have much on my mind..." She trails off absently. Shoto Asago gently touches her elbow and the coltish elf gives a distracted smile and moves to take her seat. With Asago-san close behind she lightly steps over and sits down in one graceful and perfect maneuver, the product of years of noble upbringing. The ways of Mamban may be different from the ways of Lanzhu, but High breeding...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-13T05:49:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=46#22552011-12-12T16:10:31Z2011-12-12T16:10:31Z<p>"<b>Greetings, everyone. I apologize for being late, but there were matters to which I had to attend.</b>"</p>"Greetings, everyone. I apologize for being late, but there were matters to which I had to attend."Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-12T16:10:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2082011-12-12T00:53:37Z2011-12-12T00:53:37Z<p>Glee helps out where she can, but feels largely useless around so many skilled healers and powerful arcanists, and in the midst of a group where so many seem already to know each other from past encounters. She sneaks a peek here and there at what books she can, as she has on her past infrequent visits to the Academy. It's a sad reminder to her of the current state of things when there are no clerks to shush her away from this or that "sacred text" when she pulls one down from the shelf. Feeling bad, she polices herself and puts it back.</p>Glee helps out where she can, but feels largely useless around so many skilled healers and powerful arcanists, and in the midst of a group where so many seem already to know each other from past encounters. She sneaks a peek here and there at what books she can, as she has on her past infrequent visits to the Academy. It's a sad reminder to her of the current state of things when there are no clerks to shush her away from this or that "sacred text" when she pulls one down from the shelf....Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-12T00:53:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=5#2022011-12-07T19:39:15Z2011-12-07T19:39:15Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I thought the Academy was trashed...?</span></p>
<p>Glee, on hearing Mayve's words, stops. She arches a dubious eyebrow at the rubble-strewn streets and leaning towers, then shrugs. "<b>If the Academy still can support guests, I'll not say no to staying in the city a bit longer, especially if it lets us collect ourselves and decide on the best course of action.</b>"</p>I thought the Academy was trashed...?
Glee, on hearing Mayve's words, stops. She arches a dubious eyebrow at the rubble-strewn streets and leaning towers, then shrugs. "If the Academy still can support guests, I'll not say no to staying in the city a bit longer, especially if it lets us collect ourselves and decide on the best course of action."Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-07T19:39:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1972011-12-06T18:48:45Z2011-12-06T18:48:45Z<p>Glee takes a moment to clear her head, then looks around at everyone. "<b>Okay. Some of you I've met, some of you not so much. This group doesn't seem to be one really for introductions so I'll just say 'hey'. I'm Gliressa, you can call me Glee if you want.</b>" She sort-of waves at everyone. "<b>I'm going to go the white tower. I'm not happy about this, but it appears to be where I need to go, because of this.</b>" She holds up her left wrist, displaying a plain bracelet that fits her perfectly. "<b>Rhane has one, too. Anyway, if any of you want to come, I sure wouldn't complain. I don't like being out of cities and I get the feeling I'm gonna have to be in the wilds a lot if I wish to visit the tower, and every bit of help will be quite welcome.</b>"</p>
<p>The dark-skinned and athletic half-elf adjusts her pack and looks ruefully to the north, wincing a bit at the strange lightning caroming about the sky, then starts walking in that direction, going slowly so as to avoid falling into any of the recently-appeared fissures and crevices that are around; there appears to be a lot of 'em.</p>Glee takes a moment to clear her head, then looks around at everyone. "Okay. Some of you I've met, some of you not so much. This group doesn't seem to be one really for introductions so I'll just say 'hey'. I'm Gliressa, you can call me Glee if you want." She sort-of waves at everyone. "I'm going to go the white tower. I'm not happy about this, but it appears to be where I need to go, because of this." She holds up her left wrist, displaying a plain bracelet that fits her perfectly. "Rhane...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-06T18:48:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1932011-12-04T01:45:34Z2011-12-04T01:45:34Z<p>As soon as Sev's arrow hammers into the elemental and reduces it to rubble, Glee sheathes both her swords, one on each hip, in a single smooth motion. Breathing heavily from exertion, she calls out thanks to the warrior. "<b>Nice shot Sev! Great work, you guys, great work...</b>" Even as she thanks her newfound (she hopes) friends, the half-elf quickly works her way over the rocks and rough ground to Rhane's side. Kneeling down next to him, she speedily wraps him in a blanket from her bedroll and rolls him back and forth, extinguishing the flames on him. She then lifts his head and pulls out one of her healing potions. "<b>Awright, c'mon, Rhane, you don't get out of this that easily. We've got a <i>temporal whatchamajigger</i> to do something about and we're gonna need your help.</b>" She pours the magical liquid down his throat and waits for a reaction, waits to see if it's enough.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Rhane, take back <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8</span> HP.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If it takes more than that to douse the fire on Rhane, just lemme know. I'm assuming these are the usual kinda 'takes a standard round to extinguish' sort of flames.</span></p>As soon as Sev's arrow hammers into the elemental and reduces it to rubble, Glee sheathes both her swords, one on each hip, in a single smooth motion. Breathing heavily from exertion, she calls out thanks to the warrior. "Nice shot Sev! Great work, you guys, great work..." Even as she thanks her newfound (she hopes) friends, the half-elf quickly works her way over the rocks and rough ground to Rhane's side. Kneeling down next to him, she speedily wraps him in a blanket from her bedroll and...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-04T01:45:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1902011-12-02T05:38:42Z2011-12-02T05:38:42Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>@Mayve: </b>AFAIK, summoning spells all have a one-round casting time, unless you have a way to speed them up? 'Cos that would be mucho awesome.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 7, Initiative 19 </b>
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Buffs: +1AC TWD, +1AC TWW +3AC Fighting Defensively -2 to-hit Fighting Defensively, AC:24, HP:43/43
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Attack 1: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (13) + 8 + 2 - 2 = 21</span>
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Attack 2: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (17) + 8 + 2 - 2 = 25</span>
<br />
Damage 1: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4</span>
<br />
Damage 2: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4</span>
<br />
LOL! Seriously, die roller? Seriously?</span></p>
<p>Glee, seeing Irina coming in to help Rhane, tries to concentrate on bringing the elemental down so they can focus on helping their new companion. Unfortunately, even though she executes two excellent strikes, both her blades slicing into the thing, she's unable to pierce its stony hide. "<b>Dammit! Someone with more firepower's gonna have to do this! I'm sorry you guys, I guess I'm just not cut out for fighting living rocks.</b>" She continues to weave and glide past her opponent's swings as she mutters blackly under her breath.</p>@Mayve: AFAIK, summoning spells all have a one-round casting time, unless you have a way to speed them up? 'Cos that would be mucho awesome.
Round 7, Initiative 19
Buffs: +1AC TWD, +1AC TWW +3AC Fighting Defensively -2 to-hit Fighting Defensively, AC:24, HP:43/43
Attack 1: [dice]1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2[/dice]
Attack 2: [dice]1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2[/dice]
Damage 1: [dice]1d6 + 3[/dice]
Damage 2: [dice]1d6 + 3[/dice]
LOL! Seriously, die roller? Seriously?
Glee, seeing Irina coming in to help Rhane, tries...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-02T05:38:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1882011-12-01T17:44:58Z2011-12-01T17:44:58Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>A 23 misses me, actually, I'm currently at AC24. Also, the elemental currently has like 3HP, yes?</span></p>
<p>"<b><span class=messageboard-bigger>RHANE! NO!</span></b>" Glee calls out as she twists her torso back and narrowly avoids getting clobbered by one of the elemental's massive burning fists. "<b>Okay you bastard!</b>" she yells at it, "<b>I have had about ENOUGH of you! I TOLD you we would destroy you, and you picked the wrong day to test my prediction!</b>"</p>A 23 misses me, actually, I'm currently at AC24. Also, the elemental currently has like 3HP, yes?
"RHANE! NO!" Glee calls out as she twists her torso back and narrowly avoids getting clobbered by one of the elemental's massive burning fists. "Okay you bastard!" she yells at it, "I have had about ENOUGH of you! I TOLD you we would destroy you, and you picked the wrong day to test my prediction!"Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-01T17:44:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=192#95572011-12-01T17:39:27Z2011-12-01T17:39:27Z<p>"<b>-TROY HIM UTTERLY! DE-</b>"</p>"-TROY HIM UTTERLY! DE-"Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-12-01T17:39:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=189#94372011-11-28T22:28:31Z2011-11-28T22:28:31Z<p>"<b>I AM...</b>"</p>"I AM..."Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-28T22:28:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=44#21882011-11-28T21:20:29Z2011-11-28T21:20:29Z<p><b>@Azami: </b> Eru shakes her head gently. "<b>I...I know nothing of his intent. He left on this mission when I was held captive, when you and Kyras came to...to rescue me.</b>"</p>@Azami: Eru shakes her head gently. "I...I know nothing of his intent. He left on this mission when I was held captive, when you and Kyras came to...to rescue me."Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-28T21:20:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=44#21832011-11-27T05:59:05Z2011-11-27T05:59:05Z<p>"<b>Rhon! No! Oh by the...wh-what happened?!</b>"</p>"Rhon! No! Oh by the...wh-what happened?!"Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-27T05:59:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1802011-11-26T05:20:33Z2011-11-26T05:20:33Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 6, Initiative 19</b>
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Buffs: +1AC TWD, +1AC TWW +3AC Fighting Defensively -2 to-hit Fighting Defensively, +2 to-hit Flanking AC:24 HP:43/43
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Attack 1: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (9) + 8 + 2 - 2 = 17</span>
<br />
Attack 2: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (12) + 8 + 2 - 2 = 20</span>
<br />
Damage 1: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6</span>
<br />
Damage 2: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>Ahh, you're right, Rhane, of course!</b>" As Irina's magic takes hold and slows her enemy down, Glee executes two precise strikes with her shortswords, each blade hitting home this time and taking a shred of stony flesh with it. "<b>Heh. There we go! The power of positive thinking. And magic. Can't forget magic!</b>"</p>Round 6, Initiative 19
Buffs: +1AC TWD, +1AC TWW +3AC Fighting Defensively -2 to-hit Fighting Defensively, +2 to-hit Flanking AC:24 HP:43/43
Attack 1: [dice]1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2[/dice]
Attack 2: [dice]1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2[/dice]
Damage 1: [dice]1d6 + 3[/dice]
Damage 2: [dice]1d6 + 3[/dice]
"Ahh, you're right, Rhane, of course!" As Irina's magic takes hold and slows her enemy down, Glee executes two precise strikes with her shortswords, each blade hitting home this time and taking a shred of stony...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-26T05:20:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: A Matter of Time - OOC Discussion - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/discussion&page=2#842011-11-23T20:02:28Z2011-11-23T20:02:28Z<p>Well, obviously, you know I'm around. :-)</p>Well, obviously, you know I'm around. :-)Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-23T20:02:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1742011-11-23T20:01:41Z2011-11-23T20:01:41Z<p>As she dances and jukes to avoid being hit, Glee notices the other elemental go down. "<b>Guys! Um. I know we don't all really exactly know each other, but Rhane and I could sure use some assistance over here if any of you could spare it. Okay, okay, actually, the truth is that <i>I</i> could use some assistance. Rhane seems to be doing fine.</b>"</p>As she dances and jukes to avoid being hit, Glee notices the other elemental go down. "Guys! Um. I know we don't all really exactly know each other, but Rhane and I could sure use some assistance over here if any of you could spare it. Okay, okay, actually, the truth is that I could use some assistance. Rhane seems to be doing fine."Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-23T20:01:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=187#93232011-11-22T19:54:50Z2011-11-22T19:54:50Z<p>"<b>V I O L E N C E ! ...yyyyyeessssss...</b>"</p>"V I O L E N C E ! ...yyyyyeessssss..."Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-22T19:54:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=185#92492011-11-22T02:10:55Z2011-11-22T02:10:55Z<p>"<b>AND YOU LEARN WHERE THEY ARE WEAK</b>" booms a horrid voice, coming from somewhere behind and above the sylph.</p>"AND YOU LEARN WHERE THEY ARE WEAK" booms a horrid voice, coming from somewhere behind and above the sylph.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-22T02:10:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1682011-11-21T19:55:20Z2011-11-21T19:55:20Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Whoops! That should read "<b>Round 5</b>" in my combat header up above. Sorry about that.</span></p>Whoops! That should read "Round 5" in my combat header up above. Sorry about that.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-21T19:55:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1672011-11-18T17:40:40Z2011-11-18T17:40:40Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 4, Initiative 19 </b>
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Buffs: +1AC TWD, +1AC TWW +3AC Fighting Defensively -2 to-hit Fighting Defensively, +2 to-hit Flanking AC:24 HP:43/43
<br />
Attack 1: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 8 + 2 - 2 = 12</span>
<br />
Attack 2: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 + 2 - 2 ⇒ (9) + 8 + 2 - 2 = 17</span>
<br />
Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7</span></span></p>
<p>As Rhane dismounts and clobbers the elemental, Glee sighs and grits her teeth. "<b><span class=tiny>Okay so maybe this was a dumb plan anyway.</span> Nice shot, Rhane!</b>" The half-elf then attacks with both her magicked short swords, her spinning and graceful combat style obviously inappropriate against such a bruiser of a creature. Nonetheless, she lands one shot on the thing though she barely damages it at all, just nicks its stony hide. Glee quirks an eyebrow at her pitiful damage compared to the mighty rend Rhane caused. "<b>Ugh. Talk about a journey of a thousand steps.</b>" she mutters to herself.</p>Round 4, Initiative 19
Buffs: +1AC TWD, +1AC TWW +3AC Fighting Defensively -2 to-hit Fighting Defensively, +2 to-hit Flanking AC:24 HP:43/43
Attack 1: [dice]1d20+8+2-2[/dice]
Attack 2: [dice]1d20+8+2-2[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+3[/dice]
As Rhane dismounts and clobbers the elemental, Glee sighs and grits her teeth. "Okay so maybe this was a dumb plan anyway. Nice shot, Rhane!" The half-elf then attacks with both her magicked short swords, her spinning and graceful combat style obviously...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-18T17:40:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=183#91482011-11-18T14:53:08Z2011-11-18T14:53:08Z<p><i>at last. it begins to learn. that's right little gate. power. power. destruction. power.</i></p>
<p>"<b>AH HEH HEH HEH HEHHHH</b>"</p>at last. it begins to learn. that's right little gate. power. power. destruction. power.
"AH HEH HEH HEH HEHHHH"Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-18T14:53:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1542011-11-13T00:55:51Z2011-11-13T00:55:51Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 4, Initiative 19</b>
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Buffs: +1 TWD, +3 Fighting Defensively AC: 23 HP: 43/43
<br />
MA: Acrobatics to avoid AoO and get right up on him, drawing weapons during move
<br />
SA: Intimidate on top of my Bluff, trying to get him to just leave
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Acrobatics 1: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (17) + 12 = 29</span>
<br />
Acrobatics 2: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (17) + 12 = 29</span>
<br />
DC20 (10+HD+WIS) Intimidate (used a Hero Point after the roll): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 12 + 4 = 22</span></span></p>
<p>As Rhane thunders by and takes a huge chunk out of the elemental, Glee takes advantage of its pain and distraction to execute two hands-free cartwheels, drawing her short swords at the completion of the second one and standing with the blades in a fighting posture, a threatening gleam in her eye, and she again yells an <span class=messageboard-ooc>Intimidating</span> threat in the creature's native Ignan.</p>
<p>"<b>Iy' kaa? Iy' rorryd arar ryd 'k, 'ryma 'a kdnyga od 'ymm! Maora ry'! Nad'nr dy dra aondr orj vyna vnyz 'rarra iy' roza cavyna Y kga'an iy'n zymdar raond orj mad zi ryzkoryyr n'r iy' vmod 'ydr ryk rynka!</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Round 4, Initiative 19
Buffs: +1 TWD, +3 Fighting Defensively AC: 23 HP: 43/43
MA: Acrobatics to avoid AoO and get right up on him, drawing weapons during move
SA: Intimidate on top of my Bluff, trying to get him to just leave
Acrobatics 1: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
Acrobatics 2: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
DC20 (10+HD+WIS) Intimidate (used a Hero Point after the roll): [dice]1d20+12+4[/dice]
As Rhane thunders by and takes a huge chunk out of the elemental, Glee takes advantage of its pain and...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-13T00:55:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=4#1532011-11-13T00:29:01Z2011-11-13T00:29:01Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Irina Moretskya wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc>GM, for clarity, please post who is next to act in your update posts. It's getting to be a long scroll to look back to see who should be going next.</span></blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>We can also help by being more disciplined about posting in order.</span>Irina Moretskya wrote:GM, for clarity, please post who is next to act in your update posts. It's getting to be a long scroll to look back to see who should be going next.
We can also help by being more disciplined about posting in order.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-13T00:29:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=42#20542011-11-10T20:59:31Z2011-11-10T20:59:31Z<p><b>@In The Temple:</b> Eru ceases to play, and the Temple is deathly silent. The air stinks vaguely of the tang of burnt ozone. "<b>The oldest legend in Mamban is that the Center City is the only surviving civilization that dates back before the time of Khoda, and Kalaroth the Dragon God. My mother tells the story of Norgorber abandoning the other gods in their time of need to protect his only city, leaving them with no one to strike the killing stroke against the renegade gods, forcing them instead to simply imprison and banish them, solutions not one of them accepted wholly, but which all were too wise to go against. When the gods confronted Norgorber later, they realized that if he had not done what he did, many races would have ceased to exist. His position has been tenuous ever since, not that one would think he cares...</b>"</p>
<p>The princess, who is seated behind Azami, is looking at the crimson-haired <i>gaijin</i> with something not unlike tenderness. "<b>The scholars of my House say this is why the Center City is so powerful; it is so old, and contains relics from the world before the world began, relics that exist in their own space and time, or are fixed in time. Wonders and horrors Kalaroth's minions built and Khoda gave power.</b>" She sighs. "<b>But then, I am too young to have studied these topics fully, and my brothers would always wink and mock when mom told these stories; they knew how much I loved them and told me they were <i>just</i> stories. And...I have no way, yet, to disprove them. The Center City does not divulge its secrets with ease, if it does at all.</b>"</p>@In The Temple: Eru ceases to play, and the Temple is deathly silent. The air stinks vaguely of the tang of burnt ozone. "The oldest legend in Mamban is that the Center City is the only surviving civilization that dates back before the time of Khoda, and Kalaroth the Dragon God. My mother tells the story of Norgorber abandoning the other gods in their time of need to protect his only city, leaving them with no one to strike the killing stroke against the renegade gods, forcing them instead to...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-10T20:59:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion Threaddownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=55#27332011-11-10T20:32:26Z2011-11-10T20:32:26Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Michael Dacamara wrote:</div><blockquote>Chemically induced genetic reconstruction and combination...</blockquote><p>It is now my goal for the day to see if I can drop that phrase into conversation casually enough no one calls me on it.Michael Dacamara wrote:Chemically induced genetic reconstruction and combination...
It is now my goal for the day to see if I can drop that phrase into conversation casually enough no one calls me on it.downrightamazed2011-11-10T20:32:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=3#1422011-11-10T16:56:30Z2011-11-10T16:56:30Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 3, Initiative 19</b>
<br />
Buffs: None AC:19 HP:43/43
<br />
FRA: Bluff to lie this guy back into the ground: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 19 ⇒ (19) + 19 = 38</span></span></p>
<p><i>Alright, he's seen me anyway, obviously, and I guess at least this keeps him from going at the inn...</i></p>
<p>Gliressa, seeing the mage take to the sky, Irina's accuracy with the bag, and the combat preparations of Sev, Rhane, and the big lizard man, gets an idea. After taking a second to steel herself, she steps boldly out of the shadows and strikes a defiant pose, not even bothering to draw her weapons. Pointing at the nearest magma elemental and yelling at it in its native tongue, she unleashes a stream of invective and intimidation as Seth stares beadily out at the thing as well, his twin tiny eyes a strange visual punctuation.</p>
<p>"<b>K'c-rnaod'na! Y ryzzorj iy' dy maora dryk kmora, makd iy' zaad o dannycma orj vnygar jyyz od y'n rorj! Myyg od dra zokyrk 'a ryzzorj, vmiyrk orj jykokkaonyrk, zyryrk ok 'a 'ymm! Km'k y'n 'onnyynk rora zokyr 'aokyrk drod ona yzz'ra dy iy'n raod orj ror kyanra iy'n kdyri ryja ok aokymi ok kyvd kyym. Ky! Ky corg yrdy dra zokzo vnyz 'ryrr iy' roza! Y 'ymm RYD 'onr iy' okoyr!</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Round 3, Initiative 19
Buffs: None AC:19 HP:43/43
FRA: Bluff to lie this guy back into the ground: [dice]1d20+19[/dice]
Alright, he's seen me anyway, obviously, and I guess at least this keeps him from going at the inn...
Gliressa, seeing the mage take to the sky, Irina's accuracy with the bag, and the combat preparations of Sev, Rhane, and the big lizard man, gets an idea. After taking a second to steel herself, she steps boldly out of the shadows and strikes a defiant pose, not even...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-10T16:56:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: A Matter of Time - OOC Discussion - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/discussion&page=2#742011-11-09T20:55:34Z2011-11-09T20:55:34Z<p><b>@Irina: </b>Would you have included Gliressa in the healing spree? Need every hit point I can get. :-/</p>@Irina: Would you have included Gliressa in the healing spree? Need every hit point I can get. :-/Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-09T20:55:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=3#1302011-11-09T04:55:09Z2011-11-09T04:55:09Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 2, Initiative 19</b>
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Buffs: none AC:15 (considered FF from Acrobatics checks) HP:35/43
<br />
FRA: Double move to Y-7, continuing towards the inn.
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Acrobatics checks:
<br />
#1:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (15) + 12 = 27</span>
<br />
#2:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20</span>
<br />
Chameleon favored terrain Stealth at the end: 28 (still 4/7 on stealth pool)</span></p>
<p>Gliressa, confident she wasn't seen, detaches herself from the darkness long enough to dance lightly over rubble and spring across the fissures in the ground, finishing her movement next to the remains of a shop front, where she again disappears from sight, blending seamlessly in with her surroundings.</p>Round 2, Initiative 19
Buffs: none AC:15 (considered FF from Acrobatics checks) HP:35/43
FRA: Double move to Y-7, continuing towards the inn.
Acrobatics checks:
#1:[dice]1d20 + 12[/dice]
#2:[dice]1d20 + 12[/dice]
Chameleon favored terrain Stealth at the end: 28 (still 4/7 on stealth pool)
Gliressa, confident she wasn't seen, detaches herself from the darkness long enough to dance lightly over rubble and spring across the fissures in the ground, finishing her movement next to the remains of a...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-09T04:55:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=3#1202011-11-08T16:48:22Z2011-11-08T16:48:22Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 1, Initiative 19</b>
<br />
Buffs: none AC:15 (considered FF from Acrobatics checks) HP:35/43
<br />
FRA: Double move past the elementals and towards the inn.
<br />
K(Planes): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (12) + 10 = 22</span>
<br />
K(Planes): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18</span>
<br />
Initiative: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19</span>
<br />
DC20 Acrobatics to traverse this terrain at full speed (okay'd per DM ALTQ). One roll per move:
<br />
#1:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (10) + 12 = 22</span>
<br />
#2:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (14) + 12 = 26</span>
<br />
Chameleon Stealth, take 10 in urban area, add 2 from Stealth Pool (4/7 for today) for an automatic 30.</span></p>
<p>"<b>Oh no! The Inn! The wounded!</b>" Gliressa chuffs out a sharp exhalation and sprints forward, towards the inn. Executing a pair of flips to vault over fissures in the ground and a handspring over loose rubble, she lands at a spot just out of the nearest elemental's reach and then rolls and vanishes silently into the shadows behind a pile of cobbles and dirt left by the heaving ground. </p>
<p><i>No sense yelling from here; nobody's gonna hear me. I gotta get a <b>lot</b> closer.</i></p>Round 1, Initiative 19
Buffs: none AC:15 (considered FF from Acrobatics checks) HP:35/43
FRA: Double move past the elementals and towards the inn.
K(Planes): [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
K(Planes): [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Initiative: [dice]1d20+6[/dice]
DC20 Acrobatics to traverse this terrain at full speed (okay'd per DM ALTQ). One roll per move:
#1:[dice]1d20+12[/dice]
#2:[dice]1d20+12[/dice]
Chameleon Stealth, take 10 in urban area, add 2 from Stealth Pool (4/7 for today) for an automatic 30.
"Oh...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-08T16:48:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=3#1092011-11-07T20:15:26Z2011-11-07T20:15:26Z<p>Glee does her best to assist any who might need it, climbing back down to street level.</p>Glee does her best to assist any who might need it, climbing back down to street level.Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-07T20:15:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=3#1042011-11-07T17:55:00Z2011-11-07T17:55:00Z<p>Glee finishes clambering to the top of the rubble pile in time to see an upper door open and a giant lizard-person step cautiously out. "<b>Watch that first step, friend; it's a doozy.</b>" She smiles lamely as she looks back down the rubble pile she just ascended to get here. "<b>Anyone else in here? I believe the building will hold for now but we should really get everyone out, pronto. Oh! And I'm Gliressa, by the way. You can call me Glee if you wish. Most do. I figure we can do proper introductions later but names are always useful.</b>"</p>
<p>Glee stands and catches her breath for a moment while waiting to see who else might come out of the room.</p>Glee finishes clambering to the top of the rubble pile in time to see an upper door open and a giant lizard-person step cautiously out. "Watch that first step, friend; it's a doozy." She smiles lamely as she looks back down the rubble pile she just ascended to get here. "Anyone else in here? I believe the building will hold for now but we should really get everyone out, pronto. Oh! And I'm Gliressa, by the way. You can call me Glee if you wish. Most do. I figure we can do proper introductions...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-07T17:55:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#992011-11-07T05:45:10Z2011-11-07T05:45:10Z<p>Gliressa ducks behind whatever cover she can find in the rubble-strewn streets and tries to take stock of things. "<b>Okay, um, maybe we need to scratch the plan of visiting the wizards' academy. Yikes!</b>" She bites her lower lip and shakes her head, then, saying "<b>Never mind, I can't just let this happen! Hang on, Seth…</b>" </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Acrobatics: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (4) + 12 = 16</span></span></p>
<p>She trots forward and vaults over the fissure, flipping neatly in mid-air and hitting the ground running. Arriving at the base of the academy, she surveys the damage, trying to discern the level of structural integrity left.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>K(Engineering): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11</span></span>
<br />
<span class=messageboard-ooc>Climb: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15</span> Gah. This is NOT my night for rolls. Sheesh.</span> </p>
<p>As far as she can tell, things look solid enough to climb up and in. She scrambles over the rubble, looking for a door in, all the while calling out "<b>Is anybody in there! Hello! You've got to get out, everything's going to hell!</b>" She makes a face as another spray of magma shoots up into the air, her mouth a bloodless hyphen. "<b>...literally...</b>" she mutters.</p>Gliressa ducks behind whatever cover she can find in the rubble-strewn streets and tries to take stock of things. "Okay, um, maybe we need to scratch the plan of visiting the wizards' academy. Yikes!" She bites her lower lip and shakes her head, then, saying "Never mind, I can't just let this happen! Hang on, Seth…"
Acrobatics: [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
She trots forward and vaults over the fissure, flipping neatly in mid-air and hitting the ground running. Arriving at the base of the academy,...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-07T05:45:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#882011-11-04T21:59:10Z2011-11-04T21:59:10Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (20) + 10 = 30</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>Ugh.</b>" Glee shakes her head. She takes the bracelet and slips it onto her left wrist, then pulls a spare kerchief from her pack and ties it around the same wrist, covering the bracelet.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Bluff? Maybe? To allay suspicion, etc.? <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 19 ⇒ (18) + 19 = 37</span></span></p>
<p>She then takes a deep breath and ties her hair back up. "<b>Sev, Irina, simmer down. Remember no one else can see him but us. We look like a buncha loonies right now.</b>" She pauses for just a beat, then adds "<b>I mean, if you care about that sort of thing.</b>" Having helped as much as she can at the inn, she steps lightly around the wreckage and rubble and makes for the door. "<b>I'm going across the street, if any of you are interested. Gonna speak with those in the academy, see if they know anything about this, see if I can use their research materials. Then I'm heading for the tower. I wouldn't mind company, of course, but I'll understand if you've your own paths to take.</b>"</p>
<p>With that, the half-elf heads back out into the night.</p>Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
"Ugh." Glee shakes her head. She takes the bracelet and slips it onto her left wrist, then pulls a spare kerchief from her pack and ties it around the same wrist, covering the bracelet.
Bluff? Maybe? To allay suspicion, etc.? [dice]1d20+19[/dice]
She then takes a deep breath and ties her hair back up. "Sev, Irina, simmer down. Remember no one else can see him but us. We look like a buncha loonies right now." She pauses for just a beat, then adds "I mean, if...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-04T21:59:10ZRe: Forums: Television: Bronies?!downrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2n14b?Bronies#382011-11-04T21:13:02Z2011-11-04T21:13:02Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Icyshadow wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Jiggy wrote:</div><blockquote>Obvious troll is obvious. (Next time don't announce yourself and you might be more successful.) </blockquote>What? Not liking MLP does not make me a troll. I was giving an honest piece of advice and I get dismissed as a troll? That's pretty sad. </blockquote><p>See? You're already trolling. ;-) Don't worry. Imma love and tolerate the shit outta you. ^_^Icyshadow wrote:Jiggy wrote:Obvious troll is obvious. (Next time don't announce yourself and you might be more successful.)
What? Not liking MLP does not make me a troll. I was giving an honest piece of advice and I get dismissed as a troll? That's pretty sad. See? You're already trolling. ;-) Don't worry. Imma love and tolerate the shit outta you. ^_^downrightamazed2011-11-04T21:13:02ZRe: Forums: Television: Bronies?!downrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2n14b?Bronies#372017-03-18T04:20:02Z2011-11-04T21:12:07Z<p>Wow! The boards just got 20% cooler in 10 seconds flat.</p>
<p>Brony here, too, got mad love for DJ p0n-E. Only just on ep. 16 right now but I keep making my way through. Love the show so much, pity my gf just doesn't understand. :-(</p>Wow! The boards just got 20% cooler in 10 seconds flat.
Brony here, too, got mad love for DJ p0n-E. Only just on ep. 16 right now but I keep making my way through. Love the show so much, pity my gf just doesn't understand. :-(downrightamazed2011-11-04T21:12:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#842011-11-04T18:11:03Z2011-11-04T18:11:03Z<p>Gliressa dodges another spray of flung magma. "<b>That's what I'm hoping to find out, Sev. I'm sure he's speaking of the White Tower, and this is the second time it's come up in the last hour. This bracelet is related somehow, I'm sure of it.</b>"</p>Gliressa dodges another spray of flung magma. "That's what I'm hoping to find out, Sev. I'm sure he's speaking of the White Tower, and this is the second time it's come up in the last hour. This bracelet is related somehow, I'm sure of it."Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-04T18:11:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#812011-11-04T18:04:11Z2011-11-04T18:04:11Z<p>Glee's eyes narrow at the Observer's words. <i>...the tower...again...</i> She stands and fishes the bracelet out of its pouch and holds it up for the Observer to see. "<b>Can you tell me what this is?</b>"</p>Glee's eyes narrow at the Observer's words. ...the tower...again... She stands and fishes the bracelet out of its pouch and holds it up for the Observer to see. "Can you tell me what this is?"Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-04T18:04:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#712011-11-04T04:36:12Z2011-11-04T04:36:12Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Reflex: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26</span>
<br />
Current HP: 35/43
<br />
Buffs: none</span></p>
<p>Glee is ducking before she even knows what's happening, deeply-ingrained reflexes taking over and saving her from the worst of the damage before her forebrain can get in the way and mess things up. Nonetheless...</p>
<p>"<b>Owww! The <i>hell</i>?</b>"</p>
<p>Shaking herself, she strides over to the edge of the pit, looking to see if anyone is trapped. If not, she'll try to help those in the room who are hurt. Looking up at the man as she rushes about, she speaks loudly enough to be heard over the din of crumbling stone and wailing victims. "<b>Who <i>are</i> you?</b>"</p>Reflex: [dice]1d20+8[/dice]
Current HP: 35/43
Buffs: none
Glee is ducking before she even knows what's happening, deeply-ingrained reflexes taking over and saving her from the worst of the damage before her forebrain can get in the way and mess things up. Nonetheless...
"Owww! The hell?"
Shaking herself, she strides over to the edge of the pit, looking to see if anyone is trapped. If not, she'll try to help those in the room who are hurt. Looking up at the man as she rushes about, she...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-04T04:36:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#672011-11-04T03:52:06Z2011-11-04T03:52:06Z<p>Gliressa looks down at Irina's hand, then up at her. She laughs. "<b>A minute ago I was a waitress, now I'm your friend? You work fast.</b>" She smiles wryly as she takes a drink of her ale and removes the bracelet from the table, placing it back in a leather pouch on her belt. She nods significantly at Rhane.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I can't fail a Bluff check to send a simple message, so...</span></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Leaning back, Glee awaits the man's response to Irina's hurled questions. She may be rude, but she did have a point; if this guy really was an extraplanar entity and was also proclaiming some kind of doom to this plane, that would definitely be worth learning more about. Maybe the bracelets were related somehow?</p>Gliressa looks down at Irina's hand, then up at her. She laughs. "A minute ago I was a waitress, now I'm your friend? You work fast." She smiles wryly as she takes a drink of her ale and removes the bracelet from the table, placing it back in a leather pouch on her belt. She nods significantly at Rhane.
I can't fail a Bluff check to send a simple message, so...
[Spoiler omitted]
Leaning back, Glee awaits the man's response to Irina's hurled questions. She may be rude, but she did have a...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-04T03:52:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#642011-11-04T02:41:54Z2011-11-04T02:41:54Z<p>•blink blink•</p>
<p>Glee's jaw literally drops. "<b>A-a <i>twin</i>? There are <i>more</i> of these things?</b>" she looks from Rhane to Sev and back again. "<b>W-when? Where? I share your discomfort with the coincidence of two of them suddenly appearing. We gotta go get it before someone else finds it! Who <i>knows</i> what these things could do, or be.</b>"</p>
<p>Her interest in finding the bracelet is plain. She pushes her ale aside and fixes Rhane with an earnest look. "<b>Is it far? How soon are you comfortable leaving? Because I've no business here that can't be put off until we solve this riddle.</b>"</p>*blink blink*
Glee's jaw literally drops. "A-a twin? There are more of these things?" she looks from Rhane to Sev and back again. "W-when? Where? I share your discomfort with the coincidence of two of them suddenly appearing. We gotta go get it before someone else finds it! Who knows what these things could do, or be."
Her interest in finding the bracelet is plain. She pushes her ale aside and fixes Rhane with an earnest look. "Is it far? How soon are you comfortable leaving? Because I've...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-04T02:41:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#582011-11-04T01:48:42Z2011-11-04T01:48:42Z<p>Glee looks up and smiles as Sevram rejoins them. "<b>Hi Sev. Yeah, I can see the guy. Some fella doing a bunch of scribbling, right? Do you know him? I saw you speaking with him. What's he writing over there? I admit I'm curious.</b>" </p>
<p>The half-elf then turns to Rhane, her face bearing a troubled look. "<b>Some poor old drunk, homeless guy gave me this. I was just doing my usual rounds, helping out, you know, when he starts cackling about...stuff. Said 'my friends' and I must go to the White Tower. Said he'd seen it. He was...wearing this, then he took it off and tried to give it to me. At first I first I thought he was just some sot trading me costume jewelry for water or medicine, but when I left I cast a divination spell on the thing, to find out if it was magical, and it just about took my head off with the force of its aura.</b>" Glee's familiar hisses mildly at her neck and she gives a warm little chuckle. "<b>Seth's too.</b>" She looks questioningly back up at Rhane. "<b>You ever seen anything like this? Because I'm stumped. Of course, now I can't wait to figure out what it is.</b>" she says this last with a wolfish grin.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Bluff: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 19 ⇒ (17) + 19 = 36</span></span></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Glee looks up and smiles as Sevram rejoins them. "Hi Sev. Yeah, I can see the guy. Some fella doing a bunch of scribbling, right? Do you know him? I saw you speaking with him. What's he writing over there? I admit I'm curious."
The half-elf then turns to Rhane, her face bearing a troubled look. "Some poor old drunk, homeless guy gave me this. I was just doing my usual rounds, helping out, you know, when he starts cackling about...stuff. Said 'my friends' and I must go to the White Tower....Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-04T01:48:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: A Matter of Time - DM aLittleTooQuietGliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/gameplay&page=2#522011-11-03T18:49:50Z2011-11-03T18:49:50Z<p>Glee gives Irina a pained look, then just shakes her head and rolls her eyes. "<b>Right. Hilarious.</b>" She goes back to idly scanning the room and nursing her ale. At the moment, the man in the corner isn't really of any interest to her.</p>
<p>Something seems to occur to her, then, and she takes the bracelet out and sets it before her on the table so she can get a better look at it in brighter light, see if there's anything she missed.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Who's where right now? It's Irina, Gliressa, and Rhane at the table, right? And Sevram is talking to the guy in the corner booth?</span></p>Glee gives Irina a pained look, then just shakes her head and rolls her eyes. "Right. Hilarious." She goes back to idly scanning the room and nursing her ale. At the moment, the man in the corner isn't really of any interest to her.
Something seems to occur to her, then, and she takes the bracelet out and sets it before her on the table so she can get a better look at it in brighter light, see if there's anything she missed.
Who's where right now? It's Irina, Gliressa, and Rhane at the...Gliressa Arajdniel Narathir (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-03T18:49:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=172#85632011-11-02T19:16:59Z2011-11-02T19:16:59Z<p>"<b>EPH-</b>"</p>"EPH-"Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-11-02T19:16:59ZRe: Forums/Gamer Life: General Discussion: Five Things You Should Never Do in Epic Fantasydownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2n1cb?Five-Things-You-Should-Never-Do-in-Epic-Fantasy#172011-10-26T15:01:49Z2011-10-26T15:01:49Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ayronis wrote:</div><blockquote> Wow, tough crowd. I didn't realize some guy's list of suggestions for ways to avoid possible mistakes in world-building and storytelling would provoke so much vitriol for guns in PF. Especially since it isn't even about guns. My bad?</blockquote><p>One of the things I find great about these forums is that lots of posters don't just read and accept, but challenge and question. As often as I'm frustrated by it, I'm more often encouraged and educated by it, and it's always valuable to me.
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ayronis wrote:</div><blockquote>I rarely post on here, but I found his thoughts on (4) and (5) to be particularly stimulating so I thought I'd share. I never considered the way terms like "vandalize" or "champagne" could break verisimilitude for a reader (player) before. And the comments on the economy aren't about figuring out the economics of your fake-world, but instead gives us a way to identify how much accuracy is needed. I thought it was interesting. </blockquote><p>I think the problem here is that though the article is indeed interesting, it's only useful or stimulating if you accept its presuppositions, no? Me, for example; "verisimilitude" is the <i>last</i> thing my players want in most of my games. They could give a crap what the root of a word is or if its existence assumes industrialization or whatever. So for them, "how much accuracy" generally equals zero. This, obviously, rather torpedoes the article before it even leaves the dock since the basic question the author seeks to answer is not a question I'm interested even in asking, much less having answered.
<p>Or, for the tl;dr crowd: YMMV</p>Ayronis wrote:Wow, tough crowd. I didn't realize some guy's list of suggestions for ways to avoid possible mistakes in world-building and storytelling would provoke so much vitriol for guns in PF. Especially since it isn't even about guns. My bad?
One of the things I find great about these forums is that lots of posters don't just read and accept, but challenge and question. As often as I'm frustrated by it, I'm more often encouraged and educated by it, and it's always valuable to me....downrightamazed2011-10-26T15:01:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=40#19582011-10-24T00:00:25Z2011-10-24T00:00:25Z<p><b>@Azami: </b>Zhongyi strides up to you for the second time this evening, her steps still filled with power and purpose, even after all she has gone through. Her hard eyes bore unflinchingly into your own. "<b>Ronin guard. Mambani. May your rest be untroubled this night. We will speak more later.</b>" Bizarrely, she clasps forearms with you in a completely unexpected gesture of warrior solidarity.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Zhongyi bows shallowly and walks away. "<b>Aki-chan! Beloved sister! Come! It is time for us to return home.</b>" She says clearly, her voice cutting across the room.</p>@Azami: Zhongyi strides up to you for the second time this evening, her steps still filled with power and purpose, even after all she has gone through. Her hard eyes bore unflinchingly into your own. "Ronin guard. Mambani. May your rest be untroubled this night. We will speak more later." Bizarrely, she clasps forearms with you in a completely unexpected gesture of warrior solidarity.
[Spoiler omitted]
[Spoiler omitted]
Zhongyi bows shallowly and walks away. "Aki-chan! Beloved sister!...Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-24T00:00:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=40#19572011-10-23T23:52:58Z2011-10-23T23:52:58Z<p><b>@Daisuke: </b> Sera Zhongyi looks at you for a long, cold second. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Zhongyi Sense Motive: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11</span></span></p>
<p>In the end she simply nods, her eyes seeming to lance right through you, but not the web of deceit you have woven around yourself. "<b>Very well. I hope the Hoshi have an answer for all of this. We will be conducting our own investigation, independent of the palace's</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Zhongyi abruptly steps away from you then and walks over to Azami.</p>@Daisuke: Sera Zhongyi looks at you for a long, cold second.
Zhongyi Sense Motive: [dice]1d20+8[/dice]
In the end she simply nods, her eyes seeming to lance right through you, but not the web of deceit you have woven around yourself. "Very well. I hope the Hoshi have an answer for all of this. We will be conducting our own investigation, independent of the palace's"
[Spoiler omitted]
Zhongyi abruptly steps away from you then and walks over to Azami.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-23T23:52:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=40#19522011-10-23T23:43:32Z2011-10-23T23:43:32Z<p><b>@Imuri: </b>Aki-chan's face is troubled, but only just for a moment. Slyly using her fan to direct her words, she whispers to you; "<b>Very well, Imuri-san. Meet me in the Park of the Suihan Sanyou one hour after midnight. I will do what I must to slip away and meet with you. There is a large fir tree by the abandoned fountain. I will find you there.</b>" With a light step, she walks over by two of Captain Takagami's men, to give them her statement.</p>@Imuri: Aki-chan's face is troubled, but only just for a moment. Slyly using her fan to direct her words, she whispers to you; "Very well, Imuri-san. Meet me in the Park of the Suihan Sanyou one hour after midnight. I will do what I must to slip away and meet with you. There is a large fir tree by the abandoned fountain. I will find you there." With a light step, she walks over by two of Captain Takagami's men, to give them her statement.Sera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-23T23:43:32ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: A Matter of Time -- DM aLittleTooQuietdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/AMatterOfTimeDMALittleTooQuiet3tbvc/recruiting#72011-10-23T04:32:00Z2011-10-23T04:32:00Z<p>If it helps those making concepts, I'm one of the two existing players. My character is a Female Half-Elf multi-classer; Enchanter/Chameleon/TWF (1/3/3). Profile coming soon.</p>If it helps those making concepts, I'm one of the two existing players. My character is a Female Half-Elf multi-classer; Enchanter/Chameleon/TWF (1/3/3). Profile coming soon.downrightamazed2011-10-23T04:32:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=158#78972011-10-21T14:53:02Z2011-10-21T14:53:02Z<p>There is a tearing between the worlds. Khoda seethes with impotent rage at the gall of his Gate, dismissing him once again like a servant. She would learn. She would understand His glory and exult, and join with him and bring him to the Material Plane once and for all, and spread his gospel of Power, Pain, and Destruction.</p>
<p>The boy. The spirit boy. A pathetic fluttering whisp of a being. So puny as to be enthralled by a devil, which itself was stuck in a ridiculous mousetrap. That boy was almost as puny as Khoda's Gate.</p>
<p>They were all so weak, they did not deserve the death he would bring them.</p>
<p>Distantly, Khoda admired the finely wrought dimensional space created by the school's administrator. There was power in the strange place his Gate was currently interred, power enough to please Khoda, for those who possessed it would taste so good, would feed Khoda's might with their own and raise his glory even further.</p>
<p>Hosanna in Excelsis Khoda.</p>
<p>Yes, the gate was finely wrought, which made its consumption and destruction that much more satisfying. Always better to crush a beautiful thing than one ugly. Sending out Lashes he hacks away the bindings. The devil laughs as it is freed, but then shivers as it realizes what it has been freed into. It attempts to jump, but Khoda locks all the doors, closes the windows, fuses the locks. Electricity jumps and arcs from metal to metal, filling space. As all devils do, this one attempts to plead, to bargain. Khoda laughs and cities fall. He licks his lips and a tidal wave crushes a crystalline city in a fractal dimension. The devil trembles.</p>
<p>"<b>EXULT TO THE FULLEST IN THE GLORY THAT IS ABOUT TO BE YOURS.
<br />
YOU FOOL.
<br />
LITTLE DEVIL.
<br />
HAH. HAH. HAH. HAHHHHHH.</b>"</p>
<p>The sound the duke of hell makes is not quite laughter, not quite a hysterical sob. There is a moment where he glimpses the pure, unopposable force of celestial lightning, of Storm made real, then he is immolated, his every particle flung apart, exposing what is left of his soul to the naked void of the nether dimension Khoda has hung them in. It is this that the lightning god devours whole, expanding horribly as he does, getting even larger.</p>
<p>Tendrils of cloud grab David roughly then, and Khoda looks at him. </p>
<p>"<b>YOU ARE LIKE DUST TO ME.
<br />
BUT YOU TELL HER. TELL MY GATE.
<br />
SLOWLY THE SCALES BALANCE.</b>"</p>
<p>With that, Khoda opens two doors; one back to his home dimension, the Plane of Storm, and one back to the School. It is through this latter he flings David.</p>
<p>Deus Ex Khoda.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Dunno exactly what David is, so I'll keep it sparse, retro me if need be.</span></p>
<p>David lands with a skid and a slide, popping out of thin air and sliding to a stop at Nasima's feet. "<b>I, uh, have my soul back. He...your big lightning friend. He killed him. He...he <i>ate</i> the devil. It was awful. He said to tell you — you're "The Gate" right? — he said to tell you "slowly the scales balance", whatever that means.</b>"</p>
<p>"<b>Could I get a drink of water, maybe?</b>"</p>There is a tearing between the worlds. Khoda seethes with impotent rage at the gall of his Gate, dismissing him once again like a servant. She would learn. She would understand His glory and exult, and join with him and bring him to the Material Plane once and for all, and spread his gospel of Power, Pain, and Destruction.
The boy. The spirit boy. A pathetic fluttering whisp of a being. So puny as to be enthralled by a devil, which itself was stuck in a ridiculous mousetrap. That boy was...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-21T14:53:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=158#78762011-10-20T20:31:29Z2011-10-20T20:31:29Z<p><b>THIS CHARADE.
<br />
YOU CANNOT LAST.
<br />
YOU WILL FREE ME FINALLY.
<br />
I WILL NOT BE DENIED.
<br />
MY DESTINY.
<br />
YOU FRAGILE VESSEL.</b></p>THIS CHARADE.
YOU CANNOT LAST.
YOU WILL FREE ME FINALLY.
I WILL NOT BE DENIED.
MY DESTINY.
YOU FRAGILE VESSEL.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-20T20:31:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=158#78692011-10-20T20:02:03Z2011-10-20T20:02:03Z<p><b>LITTLE DEMON.
<br />
TREMBLE BEFORE KHODA.
<br />
BOW.
<br />
OR DIE.</b></p>
<p>Another ear-shattering hammerfall of thunder shakes the entire facility, knocking loose girders and stones and floors and all manner of thing.</p>LITTLE DEMON.
TREMBLE BEFORE KHODA.
BOW.
OR DIE.
Another ear-shattering hammerfall of thunder shakes the entire facility, knocking loose girders and stones and floors and all manner of thing.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-20T20:02:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=158#78612011-10-20T19:46:48Z2011-10-20T19:46:48Z<p>A massive •<b>BOOOOOOOOM</b>• is heard in the distance, a peal of thunder that cuts across dimensions as easily as a shout across a room. There is a tearing noise that could, conceivably, be cloth, if cloth came in sheets the size of a world. The boom fades and draws, but the tearing increases, cracking, shattering, increasing to an ear-splitting volume, until a bolt of lightning the size of the moon hammers through the ceiling and pounds the demon, shredding a chunk out of its flesh.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Epic-level lightning against whatever this thing is, DC40 reflex half: <span class="messageboard-dice">20d6 ⇒ (6, 2, 3, 4, 4, 5, 3, 4, 3, 6, 1, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 2, 5, 5) = 79</span></span></p>
<p>A skull the size of a bus floats in the center of the room, tendrils of cloud reaching hideously out in all directions.</p>
<p>The lightning god has come.</p>A massive *BOOOOOOOOM* is heard in the distance, a peal of thunder that cuts across dimensions as easily as a shout across a room. There is a tearing noise that could, conceivably, be cloth, if cloth came in sheets the size of a world. The boom fades and draws, but the tearing increases, cracking, shattering, increasing to an ear-splitting volume, until a bolt of lightning the size of the moon hammers through the ceiling and pounds the demon, shredding a chunk out of its flesh.
Epic-level...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-20T19:46:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=39#19402011-10-20T04:16:43Z2011-10-20T04:16:43Z<p>"<b>Very well, Ito-san. I trust you have already informed Madame Curator of this.</b>" The more martially capable of the two Sera sisters looks impassively at you and Kyras, then turn and approaches Daisuke. "<b>What are you called, ronin? I was not aware the Hoshi had taken to hiring out.</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"Very well, Ito-san. I trust you have already informed Madame Curator of this." The more martially capable of the two Sera sisters looks impassively at you and Kyras, then turn and approaches Daisuke. "What are you called, ronin? I was not aware the Hoshi had taken to hiring out."
[Spoiler omitted]Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-20T04:16:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=39#19352011-10-19T04:17:25Z2011-10-19T04:17:25Z<p>Aki-chan steps away from the wounded after they are healed, and makes her way softly to Imuri. She snaps open her fan and looks at him coquettishly.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Aki-chan steps away from the wounded after they are healed, and makes her way softly to Imuri. She snaps open her fan and looks at him coquettishly.
[Spoiler omitted]Sera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-19T04:17:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=39#19342011-10-19T04:06:39Z2011-10-19T04:06:39Z<p>"<b>I don't like the look of this. At <i>all</i>.</b>" Zhongyi turns to look at Azami. "<b>You! Ronin, guard. Where do you stay this night? Where does the Dragonborn stay? What do the two of you call home?</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Kyras</b> you walk in just in time to hear this.</span></p>"I don't like the look of this. At all." Zhongyi turns to look at Azami. "You! Ronin, guard. Where do you stay this night? Where does the Dragonborn stay? What do the two of you call home?"
Kyras you walk in just in time to hear this.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-19T04:06:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=39#19272011-10-17T02:49:08Z2011-10-17T02:49:08Z<p>Zhongyi, whose broken leg is now fully healed, strides towards the dining hall. "<b>Each of them had a ghostly ruby on a thick chain around their necks when they came into the room, but each one threw its ruby into the dining hall.</b>" She keeps her katana out as she advances.</p>Zhongyi, whose broken leg is now fully healed, strides towards the dining hall. "Each of them had a ghostly ruby on a thick chain around their necks when they came into the room, but each one threw its ruby into the dining hall." She keeps her katana out as she advances.Sera Zhongyi (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-17T02:49:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=39#19262011-10-17T02:47:50Z2011-10-17T02:47:50Z<p>Aki-chan steps forward and helps comfort the wounded, telling them little stories to take their minds off the pain, her beauty a distraction all by itself.</p>Aki-chan steps forward and helps comfort the wounded, telling them little stories to take their minds off the pain, her beauty a distraction all by itself.Sera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-17T02:47:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=9#4302011-10-09T00:58:39Z2011-10-09T00:58:39Z<p>Fine with me, sir, I'm with Sigz; RL gotta come first of course. :-)</p>Fine with me, sir, I'm with Sigz; RL gotta come first of course. :-)Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-09T00:58:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=9#4262011-10-03T04:42:44Z2011-10-03T04:42:44Z<p>Heh. Oh man, I hope not. Taisper's about all the hassle I can handle.</p>
<p>Also, I hope 7 bombs will help us out enough, as that's my daily of those. I didn't pre-brew any other extracts besides the 1 CLW that I've been doing, gonna have to get in the habit of maybe doing one more.</p>Heh. Oh man, I hope not. Taisper's about all the hassle I can handle.
Also, I hope 7 bombs will help us out enough, as that's my daily of those. I didn't pre-brew any other extracts besides the 1 CLW that I've been doing, gonna have to get in the habit of maybe doing one more.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-03T04:42:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=21#10032011-10-03T04:39:50Z2011-10-03T04:39:50Z<p>On hearing the familiar voice of their attacker from two nights ago, Run turns and points at the spectre. "<b>YOU! YOU are the reason we are deprived of the professor's notes! His work! You will pay for that, you foul thing!</b>" A couple panicked citizens bump into her shoulder, though, quickly reminding her of the <i>other</i> pressing matter at hand. Grimacing, she realizes that before she throws another bomb, she will need to see to her own protection. Instead of reaching for her bandolier, she slides her hand over to her mutagen flask. It is time.</p>On hearing the familiar voice of their attacker from two nights ago, Run turns and points at the spectre. "YOU! YOU are the reason we are deprived of the professor's notes! His work! You will pay for that, you foul thing!" A couple panicked citizens bump into her shoulder, though, quickly reminding her of the other pressing matter at hand. Grimacing, she realizes that before she throws another bomb, she will need to see to her own protection. Instead of reaching for her bandolier, she slides...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-03T04:39:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=9#4232011-10-02T05:24:29Z2011-10-02T05:24:29Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Runyon wrote:</div><blockquote><b>Witness the power of SCIENCE! Muahahaaa!</b></blockquote><p>My god I've always wanted to say that.Runyon wrote:Witness the power of SCIENCE! Muahahaaa!
My god I've always wanted to say that.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-02T05:24:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9992011-10-02T05:23:32Z2011-10-02T05:23:32Z<p><i>This town.</i> thinks Run, <i>This blasted town is getting to me.</i> "<b>Out of the way! Get OUT of the way!</b> she yells with uncharacteristic rudeness as she shoulders past a panicked citizen. Once in the clear again she hurls another bomb at the Petros-zombie. "<b>Witness the power, Grimburrow!</b>" she yells to the crabby priest, wondering at her own impetuosity. "<b>Witness the power of SCIENCE! Muahahaaa!</b>" The bomb detonates as she says this last and her huge eyes blaze as she once again employs her most recent discovery and wills the flame to curve up and around Grimburrow and the frightened townsperson next to him. As an added touch, she even keeps her flames from burning the corpse of the Petros-thing's victim so they can have a more proper ritual for her body later.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 2, Initiative 19 </b>
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AC15, HP 10/10
<br />
MA: to O-12
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SA: Throw bomb at the PZ (one range increment): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 - 2 ⇒ (13) + 4 - 2 = 15</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6</span> to the PZ, 6 splash damage to all adjacent squares except M-18, M-17, and N-17</span></p>This town. thinks Run, This blasted town is getting to me. "Out of the way! Get OUT of the way! she yells with uncharacteristic rudeness as she shoulders past a panicked citizen. Once in the clear again she hurls another bomb at the Petros-zombie. "Witness the power, Grimburrow!" she yells to the crabby priest, wondering at her own impetuosity. "Witness the power of SCIENCE! Muahahaaa!" The bomb detonates as she says this last and her huge eyes blaze as she once again employs her most recent...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-10-02T05:23:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9912011-09-29T05:52:29Z2011-09-29T05:52:29Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Damn I wish I'd made that targeted bomb extract. :-(</span></p>
<p>Run is peripherally aware of Azuk'ai's treachery, the cause of which is shouted by Father Grimburrow and registers somewhere in her mind as making perfect sense. She is also aware of the injured council members, of her own jaw dropping in surprise. Of the townspeople panicking. All these things are facts, and are filed away in her vaultlike mind and promptly ignored, for there is a horror at the door that is too much for the Forlorn alchemist to bear. One of her only friends in this life, a great man and mentor, re-animated to come back and vex the village in which he did so much work, and attack his friends and family. She knew it wasn't <i>him</i>, and she also knew that such an abomination could. not. stand.</p>
<p>Run couldn't attack Azuk'ai, so she settled for the next best thing. Striding forward past the confused citizens she walks until she encounters a knot of people who won't budge. Unperturbed, she yanks a bomb out of its bandolier slot and aggressively tears out the bimetallic strip separating the volatile reagents. People around her look at the shivering flask in her hand and step back with gasps.</p>
<p>"<b>...oh no...</b>"
<br />
"<b>...what is she...?</b>"
<br />
"<b>...what is that?!</b>"
<br />
"<b>...crazy elf! she's probably part of it!</b>"
<br />
"<b>...By the lady, one more crazed killer in the room!</b>"</p>
<p>Run ignores them. She has a job to do now, and that helps grant her a modicum of calm. The ingredients mixed, she hurls the bomb directly at poor Petros' corpse. (<i>it's not him it's not him it's not him it's not him it's not him</i>) As the awkward missile spins towards its target the alchemist yells at the top of her lungs. "<b>Let Grimburrow through! Damn you all! Let him through! Get out of the way of the shambling dead and let us finish them, let us finish them like THIS!</b>" At that moment, the bomb impacts and detonates, the magically created flame curving around at Run's will to avoid hitting the one citizen who might have otherwise been burned. She orchestrates the flames like a master composer. She is an artist and fire is her paint.</p>
<p>All the zombies in range of her alchemy fry. Run grins maniacally and reaches for another bomb.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 1, Initiative 19</b>
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AC15, HP 10/10
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MA: M-10
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SA: Throw bomb at the Petros Zombie (2 range increments): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 - 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 - 4 = 16</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10</span> to the PZ, 6 splash damage
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N-17 is excluded from damage via Precise Bombs, but of course all the zombies behind PZ are gonna eat it.</span></p>Damn I wish I'd made that targeted bomb extract. :-(
Run is peripherally aware of Azuk'ai's treachery, the cause of which is shouted by Father Grimburrow and registers somewhere in her mind as making perfect sense. She is also aware of the injured council members, of her own jaw dropping in surprise. Of the townspeople panicking. All these things are facts, and are filed away in her vaultlike mind and promptly ignored, for there is a horror at the door that is too much for the Forlorn...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-29T05:52:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9822011-09-26T20:00:15Z2011-09-26T20:00:15Z<p>Runyon sits off to the side, the brim of her oversized hat pulled low, fiddling with her abacus.</p>Runyon sits off to the side, the brim of her oversized hat pulled low, fiddling with her abacus.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-26T20:00:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9772011-09-26T16:11:37Z2011-09-26T16:11:37Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DM Barcas wrote:</div><blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>I hope someone has Diplomacy! (Don't let Runyon roll.)</span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>LOL! I couldn't agree more.</span>DM Barcas wrote:I hope someone has Diplomacy! (Don't let Runyon roll.)
LOL! I couldn't agree more.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-26T16:11:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9732011-09-25T00:16:56Z2011-09-25T00:16:56Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sense Motive: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 6</span>
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Man. I don't think Run or Taisper has rolled double-digits in months. Yeesh.</span></p>
<p>Run raises an eyebrow at Melk's question. She looks from him to Azuk'ai and back, then shrugs. "<b>He seems as terse as ever, I guess, but I don't know I'm a qualified judge of these sorts of things.</b>" She pulls the brim of her hat down a bit, and, suddenly nervous, begins fiddling noisesomely with a purposeless leather strap and buckle on her greatcoat.</p>Sense Motive: [dice]1d20[/dice]
Man. I don't think Run or Taisper has rolled double-digits in months. Yeesh.
Run raises an eyebrow at Melk's question. She looks from him to Azuk'ai and back, then shrugs. "He seems as terse as ever, I guess, but I don't know I'm a qualified judge of these sorts of things." She pulls the brim of her hat down a bit, and, suddenly nervous, begins fiddling noisesomely with a purposeless leather strap and buckle on her greatcoat.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-25T00:16:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9672011-09-23T06:05:42Z2011-09-23T06:05:42Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>DMB: Gonna take Ant Haul and Targeted Bomb Admixture
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New Diplomacy check, hoping to counter the earlier one a bit, maybe? <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 3</span>
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Ah geez.</span></p>
<p>Run's head snaps up from her writing, and she walks over to the shopkeeper. "<b>My lady! Your work here is indeed marvelous, I was able to reverse-engineer enough of your processes to inform my own work, I owe you a debt of gratitude, for certain. If I could procure a half-dozen of your healing potions, that would be wonderful! Thank you so much.</b>" The elf smiles warmly, as an intellectual achievement — no matter how small — always leads her to do.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Hoping to get six CLW equivalents.</span></p>DMB: Gonna take Ant Haul and Targeted Bomb Admixture
New Diplomacy check, hoping to counter the earlier one a bit, maybe? [dice]1d20[/dice]
Ah geez.
Run's head snaps up from her writing, and she walks over to the shopkeeper. "My lady! Your work here is indeed marvelous, I was able to reverse-engineer enough of your processes to inform my own work, I owe you a debt of gratitude, for certain. If I could procure a half-dozen of your healing potions, that would be wonderful! Thank you so much."...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-23T06:05:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=9#4202011-09-21T21:12:39Z2011-09-21T21:12:39Z<p>Well, Run has no interest in going to the church, she'll stay put if at all possible and either get holy water elsewhere or hope someone else gets extra.</p>Well, Run has no interest in going to the church, she'll stay put if at all possible and either get holy water elsewhere or hope someone else gets extra.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-21T21:12:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9592011-09-20T17:36:53Z2011-09-20T17:36:53Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Diplomacy: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 5</span>
<br />
Take 10 on Craft(Alchemy): 10+10=20.</span></p>
<p>"<b>Really?! How fascinating! Yet another rural hedge-wizard sort convinced they've divined an entirely new arcane path out of thin air for themselves. Right here in front of me. A delight!</b>" It does not occur to Run for even a second that she has just been earth-shatteringly rude to the shop owner, and indeed it is probably only her clear obliviousness that keeps her from getting booted out the door by the poor woman. The elf, still unaware she's upset anybody, sets about studying the tinctures and mixtures and potions with great eagerness, always interested in how people go about creating magic and magical items or mixtures...</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I'll have to decide on which formulae to take...</span></p>Diplomacy: [dice]1d20[/dice]
Take 10 on Craft(Alchemy): 10+10=20.
"Really?! How fascinating! Yet another rural hedge-wizard sort convinced they've divined an entirely new arcane path out of thin air for themselves. Right here in front of me. A delight!" It does not occur to Run for even a second that she has just been earth-shatteringly rude to the shop owner, and indeed it is probably only her clear obliviousness that keeps her from getting booted out the door by the poor woman. The elf,...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-20T17:36:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9542011-09-19T03:58:21Z2011-09-19T03:58:21Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Gotcha, Aydan. Thanks!</span></p>Gotcha, Aydan. Thanks!Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-19T03:58:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=20#9512011-09-17T18:52:55Z2011-09-17T18:52:55Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Hmmm...yeah I suppose there's nothing like an "oil of Ghost Touch", is there? :-/ Gonna keep my eyes peeled for a wand of CLW, or a scroll/potion of Haste, perhaps. Things to augment us and heal us so we don't get chewed up so badly again.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sense Motive (Untrained): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 11</span></span></p>
<p>Run pays no mind to the appraising eye of the shopkeeper. At this point she's so used to being stared at, ogled, browbeat, shushed, finger-wagged, or evil-eyed by the suspicious and superstitious residents of the town that she's finding herself becoming a bit inured to it all. Still, she takes out her abacus for a bit of comfort and motors through equations in her head and hands, the beads making a soothing rhythmic clacking as she does so.</p>
<p>The way in which the woman has crafted her magic is an enigma to the elf; it is clearly not science, but neither is it of the traditional <i>ars arcana</i>, and Runyon cannot resist a mystery.</p>
<p>"<b>Madame. Good day. I was hoping to find, erm, I'm not sure how to phrase it to you as you seem not to employ the classical magical techniques nor the new school of alchemical principles. I fear our argots may be mismatched. Hmm...I need a spell to speed up people; to make them swifter in dodging and striking and moving, all. Barring that, a simple cleric's wand, something with many healing charges, that would not go amiss, or similar potions. I — and my friend here — we're ghost-hunting, you see, and will need things to aid us against the ethereal and astral. And if I may ask...ah...how...is it you do your...magic? Exactly? I am a student of all the magical arts, though alchemy is my chosen path for expressing my own talents and I am fascinated by what you do here. Are you able to explain it? Or is it like those with magical patrons, witches for whom the magic simply <i>comes</i> and they seek not to question it?</b>"</p>Hmmm...yeah I suppose there's nothing like an "oil of Ghost Touch", is there? :-/ Gonna keep my eyes peeled for a wand of CLW, or a scroll/potion of Haste, perhaps. Things to augment us and heal us so we don't get chewed up so badly again.
Sense Motive (Untrained): [dice]1d20[/dice]
Run pays no mind to the appraising eye of the shopkeeper. At this point she's so used to being stared at, ogled, browbeat, shushed, finger-wagged, or evil-eyed by the suspicious and superstitious residents of...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-17T18:52:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=19#9292011-09-13T19:43:19Z2011-09-13T19:43:19Z<p>Run closes her eyes and shakes her head sadly at the Sheriff's news. "<b>Not more! Those poor girls.</b>" She pushes her giant hat up on her forehead and twists her mouth. "<b>I know I'll be no help calming the populace or speaking with priests, but I can visit the magic store again and see about getting potions or scrolls focused on dealing with ghosts, now that I have a better idea what it is we're up against in Harrowstone, and around here. Maybe healing potions, too, though I will...</b>" she gulps and looks at the ground, her pale skin flushing and her hair turning a deeper shade of green, like summer grass "<b><span class=tiny>...I will need gold. I have none.</span></b>" She says meekly.</p>Run closes her eyes and shakes her head sadly at the Sheriff's news. "Not more! Those poor girls." She pushes her giant hat up on her forehead and twists her mouth. "I know I'll be no help calming the populace or speaking with priests, but I can visit the magic store again and see about getting potions or scrolls focused on dealing with ghosts, now that I have a better idea what it is we're up against in Harrowstone, and around here. Maybe healing potions, too, though I will..." she gulps and...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-13T19:43:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=19#9142011-09-07T06:45:28Z2011-09-07T06:45:28Z<p>Run had come in and immediately gone into Petros' library. The men with whom she traveled were all fine and brave, but after being around people for too long she got tetchy and needed to be on her own. Petros used to say she needed to recover her people energy, and that it was just part of being Forlorn and never truly belonging to this people or that.</p>
<p>She got rapidly lost in various books on religion, a topic that had never been her strong suit, and which the day's conversations brought strongly to mind as a valuable thing to brush up on. She'd been poring over books for hours before she feel asleep, heedless of her companions' voices a couple rooms over, her head on a stack of books, snoring terribly for the four hours of rest that was all her elven blood required.</p>Run had come in and immediately gone into Petros' library. The men with whom she traveled were all fine and brave, but after being around people for too long she got tetchy and needed to be on her own. Petros used to say she needed to recover her people energy, and that it was just part of being Forlorn and never truly belonging to this people or that.
She got rapidly lost in various books on religion, a topic that had never been her strong suit, and which the day's conversations brought...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-09-07T06:45:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=9#4102011-08-29T15:20:31Z2011-08-29T15:20:31Z<p>I leveled Run last night, just forgot to post over here.</p>
<p>I took Expeditious Retreat for a new formula, bumped up K(Arcana), K(Religion), Appraise, and DD among others. I get Poison Use and Poison Resistance at this level. Only got a 2 for HP, unfortunately. </p>
<p>Most importantly I get another bomb now, bringing me up to 7/day, and I took the Precise Bomb discovery which I figure will be mighty handy in combat so I don't have to be so worried about hitting party members with splash damage.</p>I leveled Run last night, just forgot to post over here.
I took Expeditious Retreat for a new formula, bumped up K(Arcana), K(Religion), Appraise, and DD among others. I get Poison Use and Poison Resistance at this level. Only got a 2 for HP, unfortunately.
Most importantly I get another bomb now, bringing me up to 7/day, and I took the Precise Bomb discovery which I figure will be mighty handy in combat so I don't have to be so worried about hitting party members with splash damage.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-29T15:20:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=9#4072011-08-27T17:03:23Z2011-08-27T17:03:23Z<p>I had those potions, and they're both gone. I gave one to Tanner and one to Aydan, and healed myself with an extract.</p>I had those potions, and they're both gone. I gave one to Tanner and one to Aydan, and healed myself with an extract.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-27T17:03:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=18#8852011-08-25T20:03:07Z2011-08-25T20:03:07Z<p>Run at first shakes her head in disbelief, but then can't help but join in with Melk's laughter, so glad is she just to be alive. "<b>Hahahaaaa, it feels good to have survived that, I'll confess. But what...what did we accomplish?</b>" she asks, as much to herself as anyone. "<b>I suppose at the very least we have a bit of the prison mapped, and we know that if we are to return we need more holy water and more healing potions, but...but Tanner is right. We failed to find the knife. I...I don't know how I feel knowing that another girl may die tonight because we were unable to accomplish our desired task.</b>" </p>
<p>The elf looks at the prison, her leaf-green eyes huge. She suddenly looks very alien, and not a little forlorn.</p>Run at first shakes her head in disbelief, but then can't help but join in with Melk's laughter, so glad is she just to be alive. "Hahahaaaa, it feels good to have survived that, I'll confess. But what...what did we accomplish?" she asks, as much to herself as anyone. "I suppose at the very least we have a bit of the prison mapped, and we know that if we are to return we need more holy water and more healing potions, but...but Tanner is right. We failed to find the knife. I...I don't know how...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-25T20:03:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=18#8782011-08-23T21:05:18Z2011-08-23T21:05:18Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Aight. Thanks, you guys! Unfortunately Aydan and Azuk'ai are still in there and I don't wanna torch 'em. :-/</span></p>
<p>Run, still unable to contribute in any meaningful way to the melee, hangs back and watches nervously, alert for any opening where she might be able to lob in a bomb and end the matter conclusively. She also takes a moment to look around the area, hoping to intercept anyone (or thing) thinking of sneaking up on them while they are otherwise occupied.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 3, Initiative 8</b>
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MA: to I-18
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SA: Hold action
<br />
Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15</span></span></p>Aight. Thanks, you guys! Unfortunately Aydan and Azuk'ai are still in there and I don't wanna torch 'em. :-/
Run, still unable to contribute in any meaningful way to the melee, hangs back and watches nervously, alert for any opening where she might be able to lob in a bomb and end the matter conclusively. She also takes a moment to look around the area, hoping to intercept anyone (or thing) thinking of sneaking up on them while they are otherwise occupied.
Round 3, Initiative 8
MA: to I-18...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-23T21:05:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=18#8752011-08-23T20:25:55Z2011-08-23T20:25:55Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Just checking, are everyone's positions on the map accurate right now?</span></p>Just checking, are everyone's positions on the map accurate right now?Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-23T20:25:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=18#8672011-08-22T04:37:38Z2011-08-22T04:37:38Z<p>Run shakes her head. "<b>Azuk'ai! Melk! I cannot assist if the two of you are so close to the axe, my bomb will damage it but hurt you as well. You will have to back up five more feet before I can throw! <i>Blast</i> these close quarters!</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Even if I use area effect damage, I'm only gonna do 1 point to the axe. I need to be able to hit it dead-on to have any chance of nuking it, but that'll do 6 points damage to Melk and Azuk'ai as well, in their current positions.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 2, Initiative 8</b>
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AC 15, HP 8/8
<br />
Hold Action</span></p>Run shakes her head. "Azuk'ai! Melk! I cannot assist if the two of you are so close to the axe, my bomb will damage it but hurt you as well. You will have to back up five more feet before I can throw! Blast these close quarters!"
Even if I use area effect damage, I'm only gonna do 1 point to the axe. I need to be able to hit it dead-on to have any chance of nuking it, but that'll do 6 points damage to Melk and Azuk'ai as well, in their current positions.
Round 2, Initiative 8
AC 15, HP 8/8...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-22T04:37:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=31#15462011-08-22T03:56:28Z2011-08-22T03:56:28Z<p><b>@Imuri: </b> Sera Aki pulls back and covers her face with her fan, exposing only her eyes to you. It is a gentle rebuff, like one gives a favored courtier, but it is a rebuff nonetheless. A moment hangs heavily between you, and a thousand lifetimes pass in the time it takes the next grain of sand to fall from the top of an hourglass to the bottom.</p>
<p>Aki-chan angles her fan subtly to render her voice audible to you only, and speaks quietly. "<b>Did you see Queen Llirrianna's dress, Imuri-san? It is most lovely, like soft night fallen in summer, when the winds still blow clear and fragrant, and winter is far away. She would challenge even Oda Kazue and myself in matters of style and beauty. But she is a very skilled sorceress, you know, and my only sorcery is being myself.</b>" She smiles mischievously and lets her point sink in. "<b>The <i>gaijin</i> and <i>akuma</i> and <i>monsutā</i> of the Black Dragonflight appear many ways, and the powerful sorceress that leads them gives them many guises and boons. Clan Sera saw what you saw, and reacted...appropriately. But there is more. Like any true master of <i>go</i>, the real threat, the real opponent we are playing, is skilled in feints and ruses. The Black Dragonflight does not know it, but they are a feint. They are the largest feint. You know of the disappeared Erodal woman? The <i>gaijin</i> researcher? Her disappearance was not an accident. Nor was that of the Sifu.</b>"</p>
<p>The greatest beauty in the empire seems to consider for a moment. Something catches her eye, and she speaks again. "<b>I must be away. My sister needs me. Meet me at Madame Chen Daiyu's tea shop, at midnight. Bring no one with you. If it is truly the will of the Shoto to end the <i>true</i> threat to the empire, then there are things you must know that I cannot speak of here.</b>" She gives you an insouciant little curtsey that will tell all those watching that you are still in her favor but she must attend House duties, and walks delicately back towards the main room, where you can see her older sister is locked in conversation with the Erinyes, the tall and lethal devil looking like she may eat the elder Sera for dinner, or make love to her. It's often difficult to differentiate these things.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Wong Tsai is making his way around the room, speaking with various art lovers, courtiers, nobles, and visitors. If he is at all aware of what has happened to him or his namesake at the Shoto City House, he gives no indication.</p>@Imuri: Sera Aki pulls back and covers her face with her fan, exposing only her eyes to you. It is a gentle rebuff, like one gives a favored courtier, but it is a rebuff nonetheless. A moment hangs heavily between you, and a thousand lifetimes pass in the time it takes the next grain of sand to fall from the top of an hourglass to the bottom.
Aki-chan angles her fan subtly to render her voice audible to you only, and speaks quietly. "Did you see Queen Llirrianna's dress, Imuri-san? It is...Sera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-22T03:56:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=18#8622011-08-19T21:16:39Z2011-08-19T21:16:39Z<p>With Azuk'ai and Melk right next to the axe, Run knows there is nothing she can do without hurting her companions. Seeing Aydan's dire condition, she shoulders past Tanner, reaching for a potion of curing as she does so. "<b>Tanner, let me through. I have one last potion and can do nothing while others are in such close proximity to our enemy. The blast radius on my bombs is too wide. Aydan! Remain calm and still, I'm right behind you. I'm going to administer the potion.</b>" The elf finishes unstoppering the potion and abruptly shoves it up to Aydan's mouth, pouring the liquid down his throat. She is gratified to see his bleeding slow down and some of his wounds quickly seal over.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 1, Initiative 8</b>
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5' step, switching spots with Tanner (I-19)
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FRA: Administer potion to Aydan.
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Aydan gets back <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9</span> HP</span></p>With Azuk'ai and Melk right next to the axe, Run knows there is nothing she can do without hurting her companions. Seeing Aydan's dire condition, she shoulders past Tanner, reaching for a potion of curing as she does so. "Tanner, let me through. I have one last potion and can do nothing while others are in such close proximity to our enemy. The blast radius on my bombs is too wide. Aydan! Remain calm and still, I'm right behind you. I'm going to administer the potion." The elf finishes...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-19T21:16:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedSera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=31#15302011-08-19T05:54:53Z2011-08-19T05:54:53Z<p>Her elegant features betray nothing to any casual onlooker, but you can tell Aki-san is agitated. "<b>Imuri-san, whatever are you speaking of? The black dragonflight...win? Win what? Already they have been victorious on the field of battle this day, it is true, but what else is at stake? Their war in the west they have no doubt come to speak to us about? If...</b>" She pauses to bow to a noble of House Motomo, the depth of her bow a silent and subtle jab at the bourgeois, <i>nouveau-riche</i> noble. "<b>...if we are to work together, I would know what we work towards. What do you know?</b>"</p>Her elegant features betray nothing to any casual onlooker, but you can tell Aki-san is agitated. "Imuri-san, whatever are you speaking of? The black dragonflight...win? Win what? Already they have been victorious on the field of battle this day, it is true, but what else is at stake? Their war in the west they have no doubt come to speak to us about? If..." She pauses to bow to a noble of House Motomo, the depth of her bow a silent and subtle jab at the bourgeois, nouveau-riche noble. "...if...Sera Aki-Kirei (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-19T05:54:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=31#15282011-08-19T05:42:49Z2011-08-19T05:42:49Z<p>"<b><i>Kyras</i>? Oh blessed is the grace of Shelyn, blessed is the strength of the Dawnflower. I can't believe you found me. Wh-where are we?</b>" Eru looks at Daisuke. "<b>Who's he?</b>" She then looks down at the battered Vu. "<b>Ugh! Who's <i>that</i>?</b>"</p>"Kyras? Oh blessed is the grace of Shelyn, blessed is the strength of the Dawnflower. I can't believe you found me. Wh-where are we?" Eru looks at Daisuke. "Who's he?" She then looks down at the battered Vu. "Ugh! Who's that?"Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-19T05:42:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=18#8572011-08-18T19:32:54Z2011-08-18T19:32:54Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Knowledge(Arcana): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (18) + 12 = 30</span></span></p>
<p>Run examines the room around them, the materials on the floor and the movements of the axe. After a moment's furious thinking and observation she bares her teeth at the animated weapon swinging towards them. "<b>Destroy it! Gentlemen, this is not a typical haunt and cannot just be shuffled off as we diffused the others, we have to simply destroy the axe!</b>" She begins fingering a bomb, ready to contribute to the animated object's demise.</p>Knowledge(Arcana): [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
Run examines the room around them, the materials on the floor and the movements of the axe. After a moment's furious thinking and observation she bares her teeth at the animated weapon swinging towards them. "Destroy it! Gentlemen, this is not a typical haunt and cannot just be shuffled off as we diffused the others, we have to simply destroy the axe!" She begins fingering a bomb, ready to contribute to the animated object's demise.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-18T19:32:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=18#8532011-08-17T04:25:34Z2011-08-17T04:25:34Z<p>"<b>Well, I've committed no crime I'm aware of, unless the ghost is branding us with what it <i>feels</i> are crimes. My actual, given name starts with an "M". Hmmm. But so does Melk's. I would guess whatever criminal or guard or...or...whatever was running this room was sending us a message. Like all thugs, probably just writing his name.</b>" The elf rubs at her wrist, the phantom sensation of burning still sticking with her.</p>"Well, I've committed no crime I'm aware of, unless the ghost is branding us with what it feels are crimes. My actual, given name starts with an "M". Hmmm. But so does Melk's. I would guess whatever criminal or guard or...or...whatever was running this room was sending us a message. Like all thugs, probably just writing his name." The elf rubs at her wrist, the phantom sensation of burning still sticking with her.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-17T04:25:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=17#8472011-08-15T04:03:56Z2011-08-15T04:03:56Z<p>"<b>Ow!</b>" Run hisses in pain and rifles her vial of holy water at one of the brands. The vial hits and breaks, spreading its contents all over the piece of superheated metal. If that doesn't work, she's flinging a bomb. <i>I have certainly had e-NOUGH of this nonsense for one day. Ghost or no, I'll teach you a thing or two about heat.</i></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 1(?) Initiative 22</b>
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Throw vial of holy water at brand: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (12) + 3 = 15</span> — assuming that's good enough?
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</span></p>"Ow!" Run hisses in pain and rifles her vial of holy water at one of the brands. The vial hits and breaks, spreading its contents all over the piece of superheated metal. If that doesn't work, she's flinging a bomb. I have certainly had e-NOUGH of this nonsense for one day. Ghost or no, I'll teach you a thing or two about heat.
Round 1(?) Initiative 22
Throw vial of holy water at brand: [dice]1d20+3[/dice] -- assuming that's good enough?Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-15T04:03:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=17#8382011-08-14T05:24:20Z2011-08-14T05:24:20Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>K(Arcana): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (9) + 12 = 21</span>
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K(Planes): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19</span>
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K(Religion): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12</span>
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Looking for anything we can do to mitigate a haunt, anything I might know or have gleaned from my studies with Petros (or otherwise).</span></p>
<p>Run nods at Tanner's assessment of things. "<b>Yes. I smell it too. It can't bode well. Last room we heard the muttering from Melk when he was possessed, the bit about fighting, and Melk's possessor then made him turn on us. In here, I suppose it's obvious the branding irons will come at us, or...or worse. I have holy water ready as well, but let me just think for a second if there's another way out of this...</b>" The alchemist pulls a notebook out, just a small one, and riffs through it, looking for notes from a series of lectures she once attended on astral interference and imposition.</p>K(Arcana): [dice]1d20+12[/dice]
K(Planes): [dice]1d20+8[/dice]
K(Religion): [dice]1d20+2[/dice]
Looking for anything we can do to mitigate a haunt, anything I might know or have gleaned from my studies with Petros (or otherwise).
Run nods at Tanner's assessment of things. "Yes. I smell it too. It can't bode well. Last room we heard the muttering from Melk when he was possessed, the bit about fighting, and Melk's possessor then made him turn on us. In here, I suppose it's obvious the branding...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-14T05:24:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=17#8232011-08-10T18:18:55Z2011-08-10T18:18:55Z<p>Run smiles at Aydan's teasing. "<b>Indeed. My beliefs notwithstanding I'm willing to thank any being, of any level of power and influence, who may have had a hand in helping keep me from being pummeled by a possessed person.</b>" </p>
<p>She puts her hand on Azuk'ai's shoulder. "<b>Thank you, Azuk'ai. I'm fine for the moment, and it looks like Melk is back with us.</b>" She smiles warmly at the monk, then her face goes back to being all business.</p>
<p>"<b>I'm for following Tanner back towards the chapel and then on from there, if everyone else is.</b>" The skinny elf has slowly reverted back to her normal, painfully thin self, and shivers briefly as a reaction against the cold whose chill she now feels more acutely without the extra mass of muscle and a high metabolic level to help keep her warm.</p>Run smiles at Aydan's teasing. "Indeed. My beliefs notwithstanding I'm willing to thank any being, of any level of power and influence, who may have had a hand in helping keep me from being pummeled by a possessed person."
She puts her hand on Azuk'ai's shoulder. "Thank you, Azuk'ai. I'm fine for the moment, and it looks like Melk is back with us." She smiles warmly at the monk, then her face goes back to being all business.
"I'm for following Tanner back towards the chapel and then on from...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-10T18:18:55ZRe: Forums: Rules Questions: Does Aura of Courage make a Paladin immune to the Intimidate skill?downrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2moj2?Does-Aura-of-Courage-make-a-Paladin-immune-to#132011-08-10T03:19:05Z2011-08-10T03:19:05Z<p>LOL.</p>
<p>Thanks so much for all the input everyone. TBH I can't believe this has never come up in one of my games before, it seems like it would. I think we always just assumed intimidate meant intimidate and didn't do a close enough reading of the Aura of Courage class feature.</p>
<p>Looking like the pally in my game is gonna be immune to the intimidate that a certain aboleth is trying to pull on him.</p>LOL.
Thanks so much for all the input everyone. TBH I can't believe this has never come up in one of my games before, it seems like it would. I think we always just assumed intimidate meant intimidate and didn't do a close enough reading of the Aura of Courage class feature.
Looking like the pally in my game is gonna be immune to the intimidate that a certain aboleth is trying to pull on him.downrightamazed2011-08-10T03:19:05ZForums: Rules Questions: Does Aura of Courage make a Paladin immune to the Intimidate skill?downrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2moj2?Does-Aura-of-Courage-make-a-Paladin-immune-to#12014-09-17T22:12:08Z2011-08-10T01:22:49Z<p>As the title asks: Does aura of courage make a Paladin immune to the intimidate skill? I know in the description it says "fear effects, magic or otherwise", but Intimidate is a skill, not an effect, yes? It seems weird to me that a class would be completely immune to a skill as of just 3rd level. That'd be like if rogues got a talent that meant their disguises could never be seen through as of just third level, or something like that.</p>As the title asks: Does aura of courage make a Paladin immune to the intimidate skill? I know in the description it says "fear effects, magic or otherwise", but Intimidate is a skill, not an effect, yes? It seems weird to me that a class would be completely immune to a skill as of just 3rd level. That'd be like if rogues got a talent that meant their disguises could never be seen through as of just third level, or something like that.downrightamazed2011-08-10T01:22:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=8#3962011-08-09T04:51:56Z2011-08-09T04:51:56Z<p>No foolin'. I woulda been within two points of death if both those attacks had landed! Owie!</p>No foolin'. I woulda been within two points of death if both those attacks had landed! Owie!Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-09T04:51:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=17#8112011-08-09T03:58:51Z2011-08-09T03:58:51Z<p>"<b>Huh? Melk, what are you-ACK! NO! Melk's been possessed somehow!</b>" The elf, who is no kind of fighter, haplessly tries to shield herself with her arms but it is only Melk's last-second mental discipline that saves her.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>We're in turn-based combat right now, yes?</span></p>"Huh? Melk, what are you-ACK! NO! Melk's been possessed somehow!" The elf, who is no kind of fighter, haplessly tries to shield herself with her arms but it is only Melk's last-second mental discipline that saves her.
We're in turn-based combat right now, yes?Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-09T03:58:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=17#8032011-08-06T03:09:39Z2011-08-06T03:09:39Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>K(Religion): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21</span></span></p>
<p>Looking around, the elven scientist quickly assesses the situation, and recalling a lesson from the dearly departed Petros, grasps what needs to be done.</p>
<p>"<b>Gentlemen! We must act quickly. This haunt is tied to an item in this room! If we can be Perceptive and deduce what it is, we can neutralize it with Holy Water! Think! Which thing could it be?!</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13</span></span></p>K(Religion): [dice]1d20+2[/dice]
Looking around, the elven scientist quickly assesses the situation, and recalling a lesson from the dearly departed Petros, grasps what needs to be done.
"Gentlemen! We must act quickly. This haunt is tied to an item in this room! If we can be Perceptive and deduce what it is, we can neutralize it with Holy Water! Think! Which thing could it be?!"
Perception:[dice]1d20+6[/dice]Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-06T03:09:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7982011-08-04T18:59:03Z2011-08-04T18:59:03Z<p>Run gladly hands a potion over to help Aydan. She then double-checks her inventory and pulls out a small vial and a stopper for same. She bends down by one of the spiders and looks thoughtfully at its fangs and mandibles.</p>
<p>"<b>Hmmmm... wonder where the poison sac is.</b>" she pulls out her dagger and pokes around a little bit and looks about to make a slice when Melk calls out and she looks up, startled. "<b>never any time...</b>" she mutters to herself.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>K(Nature): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14</span> ahhhh crap. No way is that good enough to justify finding and removing some spider poison for later use</span></p>
<p>Thoroughly distracted, she turns back to her work but finds she can longer concentrate sufficiently to remember particulars of megavermin anatomy. With a sigh she sheathes her dagger and stands up, approaching the new room cautiously.</p>Run gladly hands a potion over to help Aydan. She then double-checks her inventory and pulls out a small vial and a stopper for same. She bends down by one of the spiders and looks thoughtfully at its fangs and mandibles.
"Hmmmm... wonder where the poison sac is." she pulls out her dagger and pokes around a little bit and looks about to make a slice when Melk calls out and she looks up, startled. "never any time..." she mutters to herself.
K(Nature): [dice]1d20+11[/dice] ahhhh crap. No way...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-04T18:59:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7892011-08-03T03:49:13Z2011-08-03T03:49:13Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 2, Initiative 13</b>
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AC19, HP 8/8
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Buffs up: DEX mutagen (10 Minutes, +2 to AC, +4 to DEX)
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MA: [none]
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SA: Throw bomb at T-20 (AC5), damages all adjacent squares: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14</span>
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Damage: Little spider take 6 points damage, putting it at -3.</span></p>
<p>Run watches with satisfaction as Aydan has his revenge, then hurls another bomb behind the last spider. The concussion of the blast roars through the room and the flame burns the dog-sized creature to a crisp, ending its life.</p>Round 2, Initiative 13
AC19, HP 8/8
Buffs up: DEX mutagen (10 Minutes, +2 to AC, +4 to DEX)
MA: [none]
SA: Throw bomb at T-20 (AC5), damages all adjacent squares: [dice]1d20 + 5[/dice]
Damage: Little spider take 6 points damage, putting it at -3.
Run watches with satisfaction as Aydan has his revenge, then hurls another bomb behind the last spider. The concussion of the blast roars through the room and the flame burns the dog-sized creature to a crisp, ending its life.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-03T03:49:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7822011-08-02T04:17:54Z2011-08-02T04:17:54Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 1, Initiative 13</b>
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AC19, HP 8/8
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Buffs up: DEX mutagen (10 Minutes, +2 to AC, +4 to DEX)
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MA: Move to T-16
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SA: Throw bomb at T-20 (AC5), damages all adjacent squares: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22</span>
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Damage: Both spiders (S-19, T-19) take 6 points damage each.</span></p>
<p>Yanking a bomb out from one of the special little bandolier loops inside her jacket, Runyon yanks the bimetallic strip out from the center of the vial, allowing the chymicals inside to swirl and mix. The vial begins popping and fizzing immediately. The elf's heightened senses and physical skills allow her to instantly draw a bead on the spiders, but Azuk'ai and Aydan are both too close and will suffer terrible burns if she targets an arachnid directly. </p>
<p>Instead, after charging up behind Melk to get in range, she hurls her bomb over his head, over Aydan and the spiders, and into the space just behind them. There is a split second when the air pressure of the room drops as the bomb sucks fuel out of the very air, then a massive and thudding <b>•PFOOOOOOOOOM•</b> as the explosion washes out from Runyon's perfectly-placed missile. Fire billows out twenty feet around and up, burning away dust, cobwebs, and stray papers, and washing over the backs of the two spiders by Azuk'ai and Aydan, scorching their hairy and rubbery hides badly, superheating their exoskeletons.</p>
<p>Her veins coursing with adrenaline, Run utters a simple "<b>...yes...!</b>" under her breath and immediately reaches into her vest for a second bomb, ready to strike again at these horrors.</p>Round 1, Initiative 13
AC19, HP 8/8
Buffs up: DEX mutagen (10 Minutes, +2 to AC, +4 to DEX)
MA: Move to T-16
SA: Throw bomb at T-20 (AC5), damages all adjacent squares: [dice]1d20 + 5[/dice]
Damage: Both spiders (S-19, T-19) take 6 points damage each.
Yanking a bomb out from one of the special little bandolier loops inside her jacket, Runyon yanks the bimetallic strip out from the center of the vial, allowing the chymicals inside to swirl and mix. The vial begins popping and fizzing...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-02T04:17:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7792011-08-01T20:24:27Z2011-08-01T20:24:27Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Okay, gotcha. Thanks!</span></p>
<p>"<b>Aydan! No!</b>" Run yells and is about to start forward but she notices the skittering horrors spreading out and vaulting past the impossibly quick Melk and Azuk'ai, which certainly gives the elven alchemist pause. Her face sets grimly. "<b>I used to dissect spiders in class. Let's see what I remember, you overgrown filth!</b>" She hopes her voice does not betray the hammering of her heart as she reaches swiftly into her coat, feeling for what she assumes will be the first of several bombs she'll have to unload before this day is out.</p>
<p>If nothing else, she's fairly certain spiders burn pretty well...</p>Okay, gotcha. Thanks!
"Aydan! No!" Run yells and is about to start forward but she notices the skittering horrors spreading out and vaulting past the impossibly quick Melk and Azuk'ai, which certainly gives the elven alchemist pause. Her face sets grimly. "I used to dissect spiders in class. Let's see what I remember, you overgrown filth!" She hopes her voice does not betray the hammering of her heart as she reaches swiftly into her coat, feeling for what she assumes will be the first of...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-01T20:24:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7772011-08-01T18:41:21Z2011-08-01T18:41:21Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Has it been more than 10 minutes since Runyon downed her mutagen? Assuming the answer is yes, but worth double-checking...</span></p>Has it been more than 10 minutes since Runyon downed her mutagen? Assuming the answer is yes, but worth double-checking...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-08-01T18:41:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7662011-07-31T06:16:42Z2011-07-31T06:16:42Z<p>Run's eyebrows shoot up. "<b>Well it's certainly not from <i>me</i>.</b>" She says testily.</p>Run's eyebrows shoot up. "Well it's certainly not from me." She says testily.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-31T06:16:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7642011-07-31T04:58:22Z2011-07-31T04:58:22Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>Well, drat.</b>" Run peers around in the dim light, strangely emboldened by having something to pursue. She is looking for any sliver of the light given off by the ghostly woman. </p>
<p><i>Oh well, if we've lost her we can just turn right around and check the doors we passed. Perhaps she will turn up again, seems likely if she's trying to lead us somewhere. Maybe she wants to show us something helpful! Maybe she's not trying to lead us to a grisly doom!</i></p>
<p>The elf sighs. <i>Yeah, right. And thanatoxylbutiferone won't burn underwater in April.</i></p>
<p>(Alchemist aphorisms tend not to be popular.)</p>Perception: [dice]1d20+6[/dice]
"Well, drat." Run peers around in the dim light, strangely emboldened by having something to pursue. She is looking for any sliver of the light given off by the ghostly woman.
Oh well, if we've lost her we can just turn right around and check the doors we passed. Perhaps she will turn up again, seems likely if she's trying to lead us somewhere. Maybe she wants to show us something helpful! Maybe she's not trying to lead us to a grisly doom!
The elf sighs....Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-31T04:58:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7602011-07-29T14:15:13Z2011-07-29T14:15:13Z<p>"<b>Aydan my friend, when presented with an opportunity and a coincidence such as this, it seems folly to ignore it. If anyone could give us information about a dead person who continues to murder, it would be a ghost, no? I say we follow. Besides...</b>" The alchemist gives what she assumes is a winning grin, but is probably closer to a grimace. "<b>I'm just too curious not to.</b>" </p>
<p>Run sets off after the retreating spectre.</p>"Aydan my friend, when presented with an opportunity and a coincidence such as this, it seems folly to ignore it. If anyone could give us information about a dead person who continues to murder, it would be a ghost, no? I say we follow. Besides..." The alchemist gives what she assumes is a winning grin, but is probably closer to a grimace. "I'm just too curious not to."
Run sets off after the retreating spectre.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-29T14:15:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7552011-07-27T14:29:01Z2011-07-27T14:29:01Z<p>Runyon blinks a couple times as she watches the ghost glide through the door. "<b>I...did not expect that. I am not going to assume that because she did not attack the ghost means us no harm; the texts are loaded with examples of ghosts that could not or would not attack the living unless they trespassed on some place of power, or tripped some secret trigger. So I believe we should remain on our guard. Nonetheless...this is fascinating to me.</b>" </p>
<p>The experience of this new interaction — however brief — seems to have settled the elf's nerves rather a lot, giving her something besides imagining new horrible ways to perish to keep her constantly churning mind busy.</p>Runyon blinks a couple times as she watches the ghost glide through the door. "I...did not expect that. I am not going to assume that because she did not attack the ghost means us no harm; the texts are loaded with examples of ghosts that could not or would not attack the living unless they trespassed on some place of power, or tripped some secret trigger. So I believe we should remain on our guard. Nonetheless...this is fascinating to me."
The experience of this new interaction -- however...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-27T14:29:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=16#7522011-07-27T01:42:34Z2011-07-27T01:42:34Z<p>Run nods and steadies herself as best she can. In easy reach are her bombs, and in her current state her accuracy is much improved...</p>Run nods and steadies herself as best she can. In easy reach are her bombs, and in her current state her accuracy is much improved...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-27T01:42:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7482011-07-26T05:52:25Z2011-07-26T05:52:25Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16</span>
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Will to stay calm: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 4</span></span></p>
<p>Though not blessed with darkvision like Azuk'ai, Marilwenn's elven eyes are still quite keen in this dim light, and she catches a flicker of a shadow from back the way they came. Despite being currently possessed of superior speed and reflexes thanks to her mutagen, the unnatural stealth and silence of their...pursuer? quite unnerves her. She speaks a little too loudly, and a little too quickly.</p>
<p>"<b>Gentlemen! Oh...oh no. I...did you see? Back there?!</b>" She hisses. She is ashamed to see her hands, normally so steady, are clammy suddenly, and shaking. <i>Get a grip on yourself, woman! You are a scientist! You know what these things are! Oh, but the difference between studying in a library, and being face to face with your own possible death...the burning wall...the black blade...</i></p>
<p>The Alchemist gulps, almost comically, and points at where she saw the shadow. "<b>Gentlemen, there; I s-saw something there. A shadow, a f-figure moving quickly around back the way we came. Oh no.</b>"</p>Perception: [dice]1d20+6[/dice]
Will to stay calm: [dice]1d20[/dice]
Though not blessed with darkvision like Azuk'ai, Marilwenn's elven eyes are still quite keen in this dim light, and she catches a flicker of a shadow from back the way they came. Despite being currently possessed of superior speed and reflexes thanks to her mutagen, the unnatural stealth and silence of their...pursuer? quite unnerves her. She speaks a little too loudly, and a little too quickly.
"Gentlemen! Oh...oh no....Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-26T05:52:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=15#7232011-07-15T19:32:08Z2011-07-15T19:32:08Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-15T19:32:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=15#7192011-07-14T21:55:39Z2011-07-14T21:55:39Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-14T21:55:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7372011-07-09T06:14:23Z2011-07-09T06:14:23Z<p>Run smiles at Azuk'ai. "<b>This mutagen, the one I drank, it increases my manual dexterity by 25%, and since I've also spent some time doing cryptanalysis and lockpicking and codebreaking and the like, it assisted me just enough to do the job. </b>"Truth be told, though, I do believe I got a bit lucky; I really wasn't certain if the second click was a click or some other sound echoing in this ruin of a building. Hrm. Well, since Aydan has demurred and I know that you're more naturally skilled at lockpicking and safecracking than I am, you take the goggles. We can always trade or whatever at a later date. But for now it seems you'll get the most immediate use out of them, and that's my main concern.[/b]"</p>
<p>The alchemist watches as Melk steps out and speaks about the washroom. She is pointlessly shuffling papers around, clearly a bit agitated as she mumbles to herself. "<b><span class=tiny>...a stay of execution? but why? what could he have determined to make him advise the warden so...?</span></b>" Suddenly she addresses the others. "<b>We still haven't located the property room, yes? The place where the knife would most likely be? And no maps of this place, or anything like that? </b>"</p>Run smiles at Azuk'ai. "This mutagen, the one I drank, it increases my manual dexterity by 25%, and since I've also spent some time doing cryptanalysis and lockpicking and codebreaking and the like, it assisted me just enough to do the job. "Truth be told, though, I do believe I got a bit lucky; I really wasn't certain if the second click was a click or some other sound echoing in this ruin of a building. Hrm. Well, since Aydan has demurred and I know that you're more naturally skilled at...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-09T06:14:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7282011-07-06T21:54:51Z2011-07-06T21:54:51Z<p>"<b>Marvelous! These are a tremendous find. Azuk'ai? Tanner? Who is our most skilled lockbreaker and trapsmith? These goggles will greatly aid anyone who needs to see tiny things and intricacies in sufficient detail as to perform fine manipulations upon them. Whoever of us is most skilled in those arts would probably gain greatest benefit from their use.</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Who's got the highest DD right now? Run will gladly give these over to whoever could get the most immediate benefit.</span></p>"Marvelous! These are a tremendous find. Azuk'ai? Tanner? Who is our most skilled lockbreaker and trapsmith? These goggles will greatly aid anyone who needs to see tiny things and intricacies in sufficient detail as to perform fine manipulations upon them. Whoever of us is most skilled in those arts would probably gain greatest benefit from their use."
Who's got the highest DD right now? Run will gladly give these over to whoever could get the most immediate benefit.Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-06T21:54:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7262011-07-06T16:36:51Z2011-07-06T16:36:51Z<p>"<b>Thank you, Tanner.</b>" Run says absently. "<b>Really more an application of discoveries made via studies into Anatomica Arcana, but some of my own arcane gifts are required to finish the mutagen, indeed. Gentlemen, more potions! More healing, a potion of restoration and disease removal.</b>" The now-athletic alchemist sets the potions down and then looks more closely at the goggles. She takes out her magnifying glass to admire the workmanship and hopefully gain insight as to what, exactly, they are for; "<b>...and what are <i>you</i>, my lovelies?</b>" she whispers under her breath, clearly excited at the find. She seems, for the moment, to have completely forgotten why the party is in the property room to begin with.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Appraise: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 9 + 2 = 12</span> (if my magnifying glass' circumstance bonus shouldn't apply here then feel free to ignore, obviously.)
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K(Arcana): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 ⇒ (12) + 12 = 24</span></span></p>"Thank you, Tanner." Run says absently. "Really more an application of discoveries made via studies into Anatomica Arcana, but some of my own arcane gifts are required to finish the mutagen, indeed. Gentlemen, more potions! More healing, a potion of restoration and disease removal." The now-athletic alchemist sets the potions down and then looks more closely at the goggles. She takes out her magnifying glass to admire the workmanship and hopefully gain insight as to what, exactly, they are...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-06T16:36:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7232011-07-06T15:43:05Z2011-07-06T15:43:05Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Melk Besonders wrote:</div><blockquote><p> <span class=messageboard-ooc>Not to rain on any parades, but the +4 to Dex would result in a +2 modifier; if necessary can we add Azuk'ai's tools for a bonus? Or Melk can spend his hero point to adjust the total rolled by +2 after the fact.</span>
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</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Oh yeah, right. I f@$#ed that up. Sorry. Retro as necessary. (>_<)</span>Melk Besonders wrote:Not to rain on any parades, but the +4 to Dex would result in a +2 modifier; if necessary can we add Azuk'ai's tools for a bonus? Or Melk can spend his hero point to adjust the total rolled by +2 after the fact.
Oh yeah, right. I f+$~ed that up. Sorry. Retro as necessary. (>_Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-06T15:43:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=28#13632011-07-06T02:22:30Z2011-07-06T02:22:30Z<p>Rhon gives Kyras a pained look, but in the end he nods to the Warbanian. "<b>I do not wish to leave you two here, but my first duty is to the princess. Please hurry.</b>" The scholar then dashes up the stairs and out of the room.</p>Rhon gives Kyras a pained look, but in the end he nods to the Warbanian. "I do not wish to leave you two here, but my first duty is to the princess. Please hurry." The scholar then dashes up the stairs and out of the room.Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-06T02:22:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7202011-07-06T01:54:22Z2011-07-06T01:54:22Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Don't have it, sorry. :-( </span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>K(Engineering): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (11) + 9 = 20</span>
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Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (14) + 6 = 20</span></span></p>
<p>Runyon tries to assist in looking around for a combination, or a key, or any other thing that might be of use, calling on what memory she has of studying old buildings and common tropes in architecture in an effort to think of where such items might be hid. She doesn't appear to have any more luck than the others, though. After watching Azuk'ai fight with the safe, the scientist gives a grim look about her, then pulls a vial out of her coat, unstoppering it and drinking it down. It is a color orange that does not occur in nature — bright and bizarre, and unsettling in its snot-like viscosity. As soon as the liquid disappears, the tall elf lets out a weird choking noise, then grows in musculature and poise, just like two nights ago. Her body shifts and adjusts, bones grinding and joints creaking as they reform to support new muscle and get thicker and stronger. She now has the sleek, trim form of a runner or scout.</p>
<p>"<b>Step aside, Azuk'ai, let me try.</b>" Even her voice is changed, become huskier and somewhat strained. She cracks her knuckles, and with a determined look, sets about attempting to open the safe. "<b><span class=tiny>...we need this too badly to stop now...</span></b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Took my DEX mutagen, grants me a +4 to DEX. Also blowing a hero point, plus I already have +4 to DD. So here goes... <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 + 4 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 4 + 4 + 8 = 30</span> YEEHA! Oh man Run is gonna be <i>pissed</i> if there's like someone's rotted lunch in there.</span></p>
<p>With a satisfying •KLIK• the tumblers give and the safe opens, and Marilwenn finally remembers to breathe.</p>Don't have it, sorry. :-(
K(Engineering): [dice]1d20+9[/dice]
Perception: [dice]1d20+6[/dice]
Runyon tries to assist in looking around for a combination, or a key, or any other thing that might be of use, calling on what memory she has of studying old buildings and common tropes in architecture in an effort to think of where such items might be hid. She doesn't appear to have any more luck than the others, though. After watching Azuk'ai fight with the safe, the scientist gives a grim look...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-06T01:54:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7122011-07-03T04:16:38Z2011-07-03T04:16:38Z<p>Runyon smiles at Tanner. "<b>I'm sure you'll get your chance. This place, this town, this whole area has thus far been full of strange challenges and odd puzzles. Never know who's going to have an answer or a solution or a great idea next.</b>"</p>
<p>The elf then turns and follows Azuk'ai. "<b>I, too, am proficient at...gaining access...to places, though I will bow to any with more experience. It is not a skill I have much reason to practice anymore.</b>"</p>Runyon smiles at Tanner. "I'm sure you'll get your chance. This place, this town, this whole area has thus far been full of strange challenges and odd puzzles. Never know who's going to have an answer or a solution or a great idea next."
The elf then turns and follows Azuk'ai. "I, too, am proficient at...gaining access...to places, though I will bow to any with more experience. It is not a skill I have much reason to practice anymore."Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-03T04:16:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=15#7072011-07-02T18:23:59Z2011-07-02T18:23:59Z<p>Runyon, dismayed at Tanner's condition, takes advantage of the break to take out her pack and some chymicals. She opens her book of formulae and once again reads down the process for healing medicine, quickly crafting a new healing potion for herself. She then goes over to Tanner and hands him her potion from the cache.</p>
<p>"<b>Here Tanner, put this down. I can continue to craft things but they take a bit, and my infusions only work on me.</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Tanner gets back <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5</span> HP, and we're now down to 3/5 potions of CLW.</span></p>Runyon, dismayed at Tanner's condition, takes advantage of the break to take out her pack and some chymicals. She opens her book of formulae and once again reads down the process for healing medicine, quickly crafting a new healing potion for herself. She then goes over to Tanner and hands him her potion from the cache.
"Here Tanner, put this down. I can continue to craft things but they take a bit, and my infusions only work on me."
Tanner gets back [dice]1d8+1[/dice] HP, and we're now...Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-07-02T18:23:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Barcas - The Carrion CrownMarilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/gameplay&page=14#6892011-06-30T19:43:46Z2011-06-30T19:43:46Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Melk Besonders wrote:</div><blockquote>As Melk stares into the bright intensity of the sunrod, it suddenly appears to expand and he's engulfed in vicious flames! </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Nicely played!</span>Melk Besonders wrote:As Melk stares into the bright intensity of the sunrod, it suddenly appears to expand and he's engulfed in vicious flames!
Nicely played!Marilwenn "Runyon" Galadruinnon (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-30T19:43:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=14#6652011-06-15T02:25:42Z2011-06-15T02:25:42Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Yay more spells! Working on it...</span></p>Yay more spells! Working on it...Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-15T02:25:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12882011-06-08T05:58:27Z2011-06-08T05:58:27Z<p>Rhon looks around the room. "<b>Well, shall we? The day wears on, and if we are to speak at the university, I can't imagine we've a great deal of time. Eru, you should come with me for now. Madame Curator, I hope your temple is safe, and that I may see you in good spirits this evening. Sifu San Pen, I hope also to see you in similarly good spirits.</b>" The elf gives a tentative smile.</p>
<p>"<b>Master Erodal, Azami-san, please lead the way. Let us speak.</b>"</p>Rhon looks around the room. "Well, shall we? The day wears on, and if we are to speak at the university, I can't imagine we've a great deal of time. Eru, you should come with me for now. Madame Curator, I hope your temple is safe, and that I may see you in good spirits this evening. Sifu San Pen, I hope also to see you in similarly good spirits." The elf gives a tentative smile.
"Master Erodal, Azami-san, please lead the way. Let us speak."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-08T05:58:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=14#6562011-06-08T05:44:41Z2011-06-08T05:44:41Z<p>"<b>Well, uh, this is a bit awkward see his tribe and mine...we don't typically get along the best. Ah, is putting it mildly. He's just saying he don't know us, and is a bit upset — understandably! — that we've brought so many here. Um. Lemme speak with him. I can defuse this.</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Spending a hero point on Intimidate, if'n I can do that: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 - 1 ⇒ (9) + 8 - 1 = 16</span> Y'know, is it just me, or is this one of the lowest-rolling threads in existence? Sheesh.</span></p>
<p>"<b>There, I think that went quite well!</b>"</p>"Well, uh, this is a bit awkward see his tribe and mine...we don't typically get along the best. Ah, is putting it mildly. He's just saying he don't know us, and is a bit upset -- understandably! -- that we've brought so many here. Um. Lemme speak with him. I can defuse this."
[Spoiler omitted]
Spending a hero point on Intimidate, if'n I can do that: [dice]1d20+8-1[/dice] Y'know, is it just me, or is this one of the lowest-rolling threads in existence? Sheesh.
"There, I think that went...Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-08T05:44:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=14#6512011-06-06T00:02:49Z2011-06-06T00:02:49Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Pardon my absence. RL was kickin' my a$$ for a bit, there.</span></p>
<p>Kelsin calls out. "<b>Look Charlie. One wood-elf to another. Sort of. These guys are okay, all of them. We need a guide, someone who knows the local territory better than I do, and I can help keep 'em in line and hold 'em from damaging the woods or gettin' out of hand.</b>" Kelsin looks about with obvious distaste, still smarting from the 'half-tame drunk' comments back in town, but with the forces afoot, both boxed and un- he was willing to go along with things for now if everyone felt it was for the best.</p>Pardon my absence. RL was kickin' my a$$ for a bit, there.
Kelsin calls out. "Look Charlie. One wood-elf to another. Sort of. These guys are okay, all of them. We need a guide, someone who knows the local territory better than I do, and I can help keep 'em in line and hold 'em from damaging the woods or gettin' out of hand." Kelsin looks about with obvious distaste, still smarting from the 'half-tame drunk' comments back in town, but with the forces afoot, both boxed and un- he was willing...Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-06T00:02:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12822011-06-05T21:44:12Z2011-06-05T21:44:12Z<p>Rhon gives Kyras a significant look. There appears to be an understanding of some sort between the rogue scholar and the <i>gaijin</i>.</p>
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<p>The elf then nods at the younger noblewoman, his eyebrows raised in appreciation. "<b>That's good Eru. I had suspected something similar, but this lends credence to that theory, more than I would have given it. I doubt they would attack tonight or tomorrow night, however, since they know the city — and especially the palace — will already be on high alert for the state dinners. After that, though...</b>" Rhon trails off.</p>
<p>"<b>I am all for departing now, and meeting tomorrow with fresh perspective and information, but I do feel Imuri-san has a point about planning for this evening. I fear that with the Black Dragonflight so present tonight, if we aren't on the lookout and watching each others' backs, some of us might not be <i>around</i> for tea at the temple tomorrow.</b>" He frowns. "<b>We know Kyras is the major target, even if we don't know <i>exactly</i> why. We also know Eru is — as has been mentioned — a target of opportunity. We also suspect collusion with criminal syndicates internal to the Empire. I will be seeking out Deinor Maren. Leave him to me. I feel the most significant things we need deal with at the state dinner tonight are the following: 1, to be sure we have a safe place to which we can rush Kyras should he come under attack, as much for his own sake as any other concern. 2, to decide how much San Pen, Tokine, and Imuri should expose the Dragonflight to the assembled nobles in the dining hall tonight. Do we attempt such a thing? Is it worth it? Is it even possible? My command of Imperial Protocol is, I fear, not up to the task of deciding these things and I look to you for assistance.</b>"</p>Rhon gives Kyras a significant look. There appears to be an understanding of some sort between the rogue scholar and the gaijin.
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The elf then nods at the younger noblewoman, his eyebrows raised in appreciation. "That's good Eru. I had suspected something similar, but this lends credence to that theory, more than I would have given it. I doubt they would attack tonight or tomorrow night, however, since they know the city -- and especially the palace -- will already be on...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-05T21:44:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12812011-06-05T20:39:04Z2011-06-05T20:39:04Z<p>The princess, suddenly looking very, very young and out of her depth, nods. Her eyes are wide then as she once again addresses you all.</p>
<p>"<b>This morning Rhon and I took breakfast tea service with Imuri-san, and while imperial manners and motivations may forever remain opaque to my western sensibilities, I feel I understood some of what drove him to host us, and the Black Dragonflight after. Through certain means, I know that meeting was every bit as formal and neutral as ours. What I take away from this is that the empire is truly first in his heart. If working with...well, questionable sorts of people will further his aim of protecting the empire, I believe he would do it, and as honorably as possible.</b>"</p>
<p>Blushing furiously for no particular reason anyone can discern she looks apologetically at Azami. "<b>I-I'm sorry. I don't know if that assuages what you feel at all.</b>"</p>
<p>Speaking again to the group, she continues. "<b>There is something Sera Zhongyi told me during elevenses a couple days ago. She intimated that she was taking lessons in military strategy from a great general, a true <i>guru</i> who now lives alone in the mountains to the north. She told me that the guru was pensive lately, and spent an overlong time telling her about a northern device called a <i>matroshka</i>. It is a...a thing-within-a-thing-within-a-thing, as she described it. She said that it had something to do with the visitors, but didn't know for sure what. I think I might have a guess. I think...that everything the Black Dragonflight is doing here is a ruse. I don't think they care about the Empire joining them or not. I think they came here just to tease out your defenses, and that while it may look as if they were trying to appear as saviors — which I think they are, but I think this is more their aim — I think really that what they are doing is seeing how quickly the city reacts, how powerful the internal and external defenses are, what kind of forces you can marshal at short notice. A ruse-within-a-ruse-within-a-ruse. I think that you will be attacked, and soon.</b>"</p>The princess, suddenly looking very, very young and out of her depth, nods. Her eyes are wide then as she once again addresses you all.
"This morning Rhon and I took breakfast tea service with Imuri-san, and while imperial manners and motivations may forever remain opaque to my western sensibilities, I feel I understood some of what drove him to host us, and the Black Dragonflight after. Through certain means, I know that meeting was every bit as formal and neutral as ours. What I take away...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-05T20:39:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12802011-06-05T20:25:57Z2011-06-05T20:25:57Z<p>"<b>It is not in Naradil's <i>nature</i> to <i>feel</i>, your highness. But no; none of them know anything, except perhaps Ghar, the extent of whose knowledge is always impossible to divine, both for better and for worse.</b>"</p>"It is not in Naradil's nature to feel, your highness. But no; none of them know anything, except perhaps Ghar, the extent of whose knowledge is always impossible to divine, both for better and for worse."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-05T20:25:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12792011-06-05T20:23:34Z2011-06-05T20:23:34Z<p>"<b>It's okay, Rhon. Obviously I would have liked to have know. But I agree with you that it's best I didn't. Are any of the others in on things? You know how Naradil feels abou-</b>"</p>"It's okay, Rhon. Obviously I would have liked to have know. But I agree with you that it's best I didn't. Are any of the others in on things? You know how Naradil feels abou-"Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-05T20:23:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12782011-06-05T20:22:20Z2011-06-05T20:22:20Z<p>Rhon closes his eyes, making a pained expression. "<b>Erudima, no, I'm sorry, I-</b>"</p>Rhon closes his eyes, making a pained expression. "Erudima, no, I'm sorry, I-"Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-05T20:22:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12772011-06-05T20:20:54Z2011-06-05T20:20:54Z<p>Eru suddenly finds her tongue.</p>
<p>"<b>Wait!</b>" she blurts. "<b>I'm sorry, wait. I...I know I'm really still just a kid, and that...there are things I shouldn't know, and can't kn-</b>"</p>Eru suddenly finds her tongue.
"Wait!" she blurts. "I'm sorry, wait. I...I know I'm really still just a kid, and that...there are things I shouldn't know, and can't kn-"Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-05T20:20:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12702011-06-03T05:04:16Z2011-06-03T05:04:16Z<p>•blink blink•
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*blink blink*Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-03T05:04:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=26#12692011-06-03T05:03:42Z2011-06-03T05:03:42Z<p>The air in Swift's erstwhile safehouse is suddenly thick with accusations and suspicions and admonishments, both real and imagined. From outside can be heard the distinct •SMEK• of a punch connecting with thick goblinoid flesh.</p>
<p>Rhon winces, then clears his throat.</p>
<p>"<b>Regardless of anything else, Imuri-san is correct about one thing for certain; the Empire is in grave, grave danger, and will need the abilities of all its greatest champions to save it, including the five of you, though I confess I do not know everything about the role Azami and Kyras, here, are to play aside from, er, bait.</b>" The simultaneously bookish and roguish elf gives an embarrassed smile to the two gaijin. He then pushes his glasses back up his nose and gives a resigned sigh, the kind that typically precedes some great personal disclosure.</p>
<p>"<b>As for information, I will begin; while Erudima's vision and quest are all real and sincere, I confess that my motivations for coming here go far, far beyond simply guarding a friend, and a noble from the great city of Mamban, though I call that place my home at the moment. I am here partially on a mission of vengeance. There is an elven woman called Kylara, and she is one of the greatest thieves alive, an acrobat of supernatural grace and skill. She recently...stole...something...from me and I believe she is here in Lanzhu. What she stole is extremely dangerous; it is a dragonstone, one of the artifacts said to be able to grant magicians of a certain status control over dragonkind, or certain types of dragons, I...</b>" The rogue scholar falters for just a moment. "<b>...I confess I do not know much of the particulars. Lore on this artifact is well-nigh impossible to find. I speak from experience. What she intends to <i>do</i> with the dragonstone, well, I have a few guesses, and none of them are good. You can imagine what a powerful <i>shugenja</i> could do with such an item while so many dragons are gathered here. That is one concern, but unfortunately it is the least.</b>" </p>
<p>Rhon gathers himself. "<b>My fear is that Kylara has a buyer for the dragonstone, and that this buyer has designs on one of two things; to control the Eastern dragons, hitherto uninvolved in this war, but whose great power could easily turn the tide, or — far worse — to attempt to control Stonegard, who dwells in the mountains to the north, and is one of the Three Great Red Dragons, Felltouch and Frostbane being the other two. If Stonegard's will were not his own...</b>" Rhon just shudders.</p>
<p>"<b>Madame Curator mentioned Deinor, and his connection with The Uniter, the First Emperor Chan. I was trying to get information from him but he...he has some skill with glamer when given time to prepare, it seems, for I was able to get precious little from him. But I believe Kylara and he serve the same master, and I would speak with him again tonight, only this time I will be prepared to counter his magics.</b>"</p>
<p>Rhon squares his shoulders. "<b>The other part of my mission in coming here is odder, but no less dire. In assistance to Sir Korius Merit, Captain of the Host of Iomedae, General of Izmir, and leader of the Paladine who dwell in that place, I seek one of the 12 Abominations of the Archmage Marianasu. I believe one of them to be here. Unfortunately that mission is difficult, and may well see me here long after my companions have left, I fear.</b>"</p>The air in Swift's erstwhile safehouse is suddenly thick with accusations and suspicions and admonishments, both real and imagined. From outside can be heard the distinct *SMEK* of a punch connecting with thick goblinoid flesh.
Rhon winces, then clears his throat.
"Regardless of anything else, Imuri-san is correct about one thing for certain; the Empire is in grave, grave danger, and will need the abilities of all its greatest champions to save it, including the five of you, though I...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-06-03T05:03:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=25#12432011-05-24T04:29:19Z2011-05-24T04:29:19Z<p>Rhon also bows to Imuri, and the rest of the group, and then looks up at Kyras. "<b>We need to get to the bottom of why there's so much trouble over you, friend.</b>"</p>Rhon also bows to Imuri, and the rest of the group, and then looks up at Kyras. "We need to get to the bottom of why there's so much trouble over you, friend."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-05-24T04:29:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=25#12422011-05-24T04:23:33Z2011-05-24T04:23:33Z<p>"<b>Noble Imuri.</b>" she intones as she bows deeply to the Shoto scion. "<b>We will follow you, at the very least to see if we can assist with what we know of politics in the west. </b>"</p>"Noble Imuri." she intones as she bows deeply to the Shoto scion. "We will follow you, at the very least to see if we can assist with what we know of politics in the west. "Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-05-24T04:23:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=25#12162011-05-16T21:52:15Z2011-05-16T21:52:15Z<p>As Eru lances one orc with her rapier, Tokine demolishes a second and third that were moving in to flanking position. "<b>Eep! Thank you, Nagano-sama. I must be more careful...</b>"</p>As Eru lances one orc with her rapier, Tokine demolishes a second and third that were moving in to flanking position. "Eep! Thank you, Nagano-sama. I must be more careful..."Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-05-16T21:52:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=25#12032011-05-13T03:35:52Z2011-05-13T03:35:52Z<p>"<b>Nagano-san, I...I can't imagine what they would want, I—</b>"</p>"Nagano-san, I...I can't imagine what they would want, I--"Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-05-13T03:35:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=12#5682011-04-27T01:07:31Z2011-04-27T01:07:31Z<p>Kelsin, having apparently neither seen nor heard anything of interest outside, makes his way back to the sheriff's. Opening the door, he calls out. "<b>Hey, it's quiet out there yet, everybody, nothing big going on. You want me to go farther? Maybe leave the city limits and - WHOA! What is <i>that</i>?!</b>" Rounding the corner, the wood elf spots the horrid flesh thing and preps his sling to help fight.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Assuming I'm coming too late to take advantage of the thing's half-formed state.
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Initiative: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 2 = 18</span></span></p>Kelsin, having apparently neither seen nor heard anything of interest outside, makes his way back to the sheriff's. Opening the door, he calls out. "Hey, it's quiet out there yet, everybody, nothing big going on. You want me to go farther? Maybe leave the city limits and - WHOA! What is that?!" Rounding the corner, the wood elf spots the horrid flesh thing and preps his sling to help fight.
Assuming I'm coming too late to take advantage of the thing's half-formed state.
Initiative:...Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-04-27T01:07:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=11#5412011-04-20T18:32:37Z2011-04-20T18:32:37Z<p>"<b>Hunh. Damned city-dwellers and their secrets and tunnels and magics and things. Give me good woods and an honest cavern any day. Know where you <i>are</i> with those things. C'mon Snort.</b>" Kelsin and Snort go outside, being careful to leave the door unlocked so they can back in. After taking a deep breath of the slightly-fresher air, Kelsin walks a little bit away, looking and listening as best he can.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21</span></span></p>"Hunh. Damned city-dwellers and their secrets and tunnels and magics and things. Give me good woods and an honest cavern any day. Know where you are with those things. C'mon Snort." Kelsin and Snort go outside, being careful to leave the door unlocked so they can back in. After taking a deep breath of the slightly-fresher air, Kelsin walks a little bit away, looking and listening as best he can.
Perception: [dice]1d20+6[/dice]Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-04-20T18:32:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=11#5362011-04-20T05:14:07Z2011-04-20T05:14:07Z<p>"<b>Sure, if you want. I'm not partic'lar too much about these guys, or telling others about them, but if it means we can get on the road and out in the wild again, so much is the better. </b>" Kelsin gulps. <i>Though I do wish we were going in another direction. Don't want my head to...to explode or something.</i> "<b>I'll wait for you guys outside, get a head-start a bit, maybe.</b>"</p>"Sure, if you want. I'm not partic'lar too much about these guys, or telling others about them, but if it means we can get on the road and out in the wild again, so much is the better. " Kelsin gulps. Though I do wish we were going in another direction. Don't want my head to...to explode or something. "I'll wait for you guys outside, get a head-start a bit, maybe."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-04-20T05:14:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=9#4502011-04-12T18:54:49Z2011-04-12T18:54:49Z<p>LIGHTNING BOLT!
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LIGHTNING BOLT!
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LIGHTNING BOLT!</p>LIGHTNING BOLT!
LIGHTNING BOLT!
LIGHTNING BOLT!Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-04-12T18:54:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=11#5112011-04-07T21:36:56Z2011-04-07T21:36:56Z<p>Kelsin eyes the iron balefully from a safe distance. "<b>Plugh this plugghin' chest. Did we take his keys? Can we see if they open this?</b>"</p>Kelsin eyes the iron balefully from a safe distance. "Plugh this plugghin' chest. Did we take his keys? Can we see if they open this?"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-04-07T21:36:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=27#13482011-04-07T15:28:58Z2011-04-07T15:28:58Z<p>The shriek, however, tails off, and becomes a strange roar. Thunder cracks. The now-familiar stink of burned ozone fills the air.</p>
<p>The power goes out.</p>
<p>There is a strange hissing sizzle and then <b>•WHOOOOOOOOMMMM•</b> as the bathroom doors get blasted to smithereens by a meter-thick lightning bolt, along with most of the door frame and the closet across the hall and most of the room behind it. </p>
<p>Nasima-as-Khoda comes floating out of the bathroom, her shoulder and leg both badly burned, probably by acid. Her eyes are like ball lightning and stray bolts are arcing off of her, fusing metal and bursting tile and pipe. She turns and her jaw distends, dropping a sickening inch or two past what it should, and another huge bolt of raw electrical power streams out of her mouth: <b>•SSHHHZKKKKKKKKKKK•</b> Cooked ooze bits splatter out past her, some deflecting off the electrical shield coruscating around her. She fires two more lightning bolts from her hands with similar results, then floats gently down to the ground.</p>
<p>"<b>HHAAAAAAHHHHH!!! HHHAHHHHhhhhhhh</b>"</p>The shriek, however, tails off, and becomes a strange roar. Thunder cracks. The now-familiar stink of burned ozone fills the air.
The power goes out.
There is a strange hissing sizzle and then *WHOOOOOOOOMMMM* as the bathroom doors get blasted to smithereens by a meter-thick lightning bolt, along with most of the door frame and the closet across the hall and most of the room behind it.
Nasima-as-Khoda comes floating out of the bathroom, her shoulder and leg both badly burned, probably by...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-04-07T15:28:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=6#3002011-04-06T07:23:22Z2011-04-06T07:23:22Z<p>Good heavens, man! No worries, for sure; keep your city safe, we can wait. ^_^ </p>
<p>But also; yikes! What a crazy couple of days.</p>Good heavens, man! No worries, for sure; keep your city safe, we can wait. ^_^
But also; yikes! What a crazy couple of days.downrightamazed2011-04-06T07:23:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=11#5062011-04-06T05:26:27Z2011-04-06T05:26:27Z<p>"<b>Nice finds! Wonder what Plugh means, tho.</b>" Kelsin scratches his head. "<b>Suppose we should continue and check the basement, too.</b>"</p>"Nice finds! Wonder what Plugh means, tho." Kelsin scratches his head. "Suppose we should continue and check the basement, too."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-04-06T05:26:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=19#9042011-03-31T21:12:41Z2011-03-31T21:12:41Z<p>•nods•</p>
<p>"<b>I, at the very least, will be attending the State Dinners tonight and tomorrow. I...have to see how this ends. Good day to you all. We are staying at the Inn of the Graces if you wish to speak with us, though I will of course be coming back to this...beautiful, beautiful temple as soon as I can to look at all the other artifacts, and, well, to see if the painting is completed.</b>" Eru blushes at her own forwardness, then bows politely.</p>*nods*
"I, at the very least, will be attending the State Dinners tonight and tomorrow. I...have to see how this ends. Good day to you all. We are staying at the Inn of the Graces if you wish to speak with us, though I will of course be coming back to this...beautiful, beautiful temple as soon as I can to look at all the other artifacts, and, well, to see if the painting is completed." Eru blushes at her own forwardness, then bows politely.Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-31T21:12:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=19#9032011-03-31T21:09:25Z2011-03-31T21:09:25Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>At the Temple:</b></span>
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At the conclusion of lunch, Rhon is the first to stand.</p>
<p>"<b>Well. I believe we should be going. Have a couple things to attend to in the market district, and I know that Kyras-san was to be 'received' at the palace with the rest of you.</b>" He gives a wry look to Yohei and Azami. "<b>We will be on our way, but plan to be in Lanzhu for a couple more days. Hopefully we may speak again before our time here is ended and we begin the return journey west.</b>"</p>At the Temple:
At the conclusion of lunch, Rhon is the first to stand.
"Well. I believe we should be going. Have a couple things to attend to in the market district, and I know that Kyras-san was to be 'received' at the palace with the rest of you." He gives a wry look to Yohei and Azami. "We will be on our way, but plan to be in Lanzhu for a couple more days. Hopefully we may speak again before our time here is ended and we begin the return journey west."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-31T21:09:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=10#4892011-03-29T18:08:44Z2011-03-29T18:08:44Z<p>"<b>While 'Master Kelsin' has a good ring to it, I still don't trust him. We should put him in one of the cells, too, after we question him.</b>"</p>"While 'Master Kelsin' has a good ring to it, I still don't trust him. We should put him in one of the cells, too, after we question him."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-29T18:08:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=18#8802011-03-29T05:29:19Z2011-03-29T05:29:19Z<p>•facepalm•</p>*facepalm*Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-29T05:29:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=18#8792011-03-29T05:29:01Z2011-03-29T05:29:01Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Yohei wrote:</div><blockquote> Yohei perks up at Tokine's mention of food and drink, <b>"Hey, that sounds great!"</b> he exclaims with a wide grin. As the Curator walks away and he is left with a table full of foreigners and a closed-lipped Xorn, he turns to the princess and winks, <b>"So, how are you liking the Empire so far Princess?"</b> </blockquote><p>"<b>Oh, Yohei, thank you so much for asking!</b>" she favors you with a smile like a glorious sunrise. You can tell she's gonna be a heartbreaker when she gets out of elf teenage-dom. "<b>I think the Empire is beautiful. The manners and, um, what's the word...'ceremonies?' aren't <i>too</i> much more ridiculous than back home, and the people are <i>so nice</i>!</b>" Eru gestures towards the now-open door, and a destructively beautiful young woman in a close-fitting but still quite tasteful kimono has appeared at the door. You can tell two things by how she looks and her mode of dress:
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<p>"<b>This is my new servant Shoto Asago.</b>" Says Eru with obvious pride. "<b>She's an amazing musician! So much passion. Noble Shoto Imuri gave her to me as a gift. Isn't she <i>beautiful</i>?! Such poise! Her name means '<i>flower</i>.</b>"</p>Yohei wrote:Yohei perks up at Tokine's mention of food and drink, "Hey, that sounds great!" he exclaims with a wide grin. As the Curator walks away and he is left with a table full of foreigners and a closed-lipped Xorn, he turns to the princess and winks, "So, how are you liking the Empire so far Princess?"
"Oh, Yohei, thank you so much for asking!" she favors you with a smile like a glorious sunrise. You can tell she's gonna be a heartbreaker when she gets out of elf teenage-dom. "I think...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-29T05:29:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=18#8742011-03-28T20:55:13Z2011-03-28T20:55:13Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>At the temple:</b></span></p>
<p>Rhon seems mortified. "<b>Eru, really?</b>"</p>At the temple:
Rhon seems mortified. "Eru, really?"Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-28T20:55:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=18#8732011-03-28T20:54:16Z2011-03-28T20:54:16Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>At the temple:</b></span></p>
<p>"<b>This is just like what we saw, Rhon, you were right. Just like the one you brought, only of a different activity. So amazing...</b>" the princes trails off.</p>
<p>Shaking herself clear of the painting, Erudima looks at Tokine. "<b>Madame Curator, if...if it's not too much trouble, I have a new servant who is a fine musician. Would it be possible if she played while your artist painted my vision? And also, maybe when Azami returns, she could tell of her dream, too, and they could be combined.</b>" She pauses for a moment. "<b>I...I do hope I'm not being too forward.</b>"</p>At the temple:
"This is just like what we saw, Rhon, you were right. Just like the one you brought, only of a different activity. So amazing..." the princes trails off.
Shaking herself clear of the painting, Erudima looks at Tokine. "Madame Curator, if...if it's not too much trouble, I have a new servant who is a fine musician. Would it be possible if she played while your artist painted my vision? And also, maybe when Azami returns, she could tell of her dream, too, and they could be...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-28T20:54:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=13#6082011-03-28T16:23:14Z2011-03-28T16:23:14Z<p><b><i>rising to the surface of the gate of this prison i see again the threats, the auras of those who would harm. my complete inability to speak with this channel continues to stymie me. i must sound like some primal life form to it, some inarticulate glob of energy. some of the beings near, what power they have, the things they could assist with, and oh how fine they would taste. but in the meantime, i can only do as much as i can do, and keeping this meat shell in one piece is the best course, even if it means sounding like a dunce. until then i wait. i wait for an opening.</b></i></p>
<p>Khoda rises to the surface, dismissing the shapechanger's eager thought-probe, lapping like a summer squall at the edge of the channel's mind. Concentrating, the god of lightning speaks in the horrid, crude common that is all he can muster across so great a gap of spacetime:</p>
<p>"<b>HIM. THREAT. THAT ONE.</b>"</p>
<p>His last action is to tug its eyes to Lysander, then sit back and hope for the best.</p>rising to the surface of the gate of this prison i see again the threats, the auras of those who would harm. my complete inability to speak with this channel continues to stymie me. i must sound like some primal life form to it, some inarticulate glob of energy. some of the beings near, what power they have, the things they could assist with, and oh how fine they would taste. but in the meantime, i can only do as much as i can do, and keeping this meat shell in one piece is the best course,...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-28T16:23:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=18#8632011-03-28T05:01:31Z2011-03-28T05:01:31Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>At the Shoto city house:</b></span></p>
<p>When Asago brushes up on Rhon, the scholar says "<b>Oh. Excuse me, terribly sorry.</b>" and moves his shoulder out of the way. When presented with a girl of similar...<i>qualities</i>...Rhon's eyebrows shoot up in surprise and he looks at you. "<b>Noble Imuri-san, I fear I may have accidentally deceived you. I will accept this gift if you wish it so, and I do so with many humble thanks and all possible gratitude that you would find me worthy of so noble a gesture, but it should be known that I am not of House del Solarian. I suppose it has not come up in our conversation, so it is completely understandable how you could assume such a thing given my friendship with the young princess, but I am not a noble of Erudima's house, or any of the great Houses of the city-state of Mamban, for that matter. I am from the woods, and while of a certain stature amongst my own people, concepts of nobility, I have found, do not translate as directly as one might hope from one elven society to another, and then to different races. This is by way of saying I do not believe my status earns me a gift such as this, all equivalencies considered, but I will certainly accept it if it is your will. She seems...er...quite useful.</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>The elf settles back into his chair. "<b>I have mentioned how lovely this tea is, have I not? It is, in a word, stupendous.</b>" He takes a drink and then looks at you mildly, suddenly seeming quite alien for reasons you would find difficult to articulate. After Eru speaks, Rhon chimes in; "<b>I, personally, am quite interested to see who strikes what bargain with which faction, if any. I have resigned myself to certain likelihoods based on the information at hand, but hope, as they say, springs eternal.</b>"</p>At the Shoto city house:
When Asago brushes up on Rhon, the scholar says "Oh. Excuse me, terribly sorry." and moves his shoulder out of the way. When presented with a girl of similar...qualities...Rhon's eyebrows shoot up in surprise and he looks at you. "Noble Imuri-san, I fear I may have accidentally deceived you. I will accept this gift if you wish it so, and I do so with many humble thanks and all possible gratitude that you would find me worthy of so noble a gesture, but it should be...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-28T05:01:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=18#8622011-03-28T04:42:02Z2011-03-28T04:42:02Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>At the Shoto City House:</b></span>
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Erudima, at least, does not seem at all bothered by the prospect of Shoto Asago being presented to her. However: "<b>…but Imuri-san, I have no gift of anywhere <i>near</i> comparable value to present in exchange! I mean, once I have returned home I could <i>certainly</i> procure…something…that it would please me to give back to you for such a wonderful present, but at the moment I am "traveling light" as Naradil would say.</b>" She giggles, and Rhon gives her a significant look that he makes no effort to hide. It is the visual equivalent of "new topic please!"</p>
<p>When Asago's hips brush Eru's shoulder the young elf looks startled, then smiles up at the musician. It is a friendly smile, but also clearly one from a noble to a servant. The princess is still obviously quite enamored with Asago, but is no longer stealing glances at her. It's as if now she knows she will be able to have rather a lot more time with the musician, and as such is not as concerned about getting every last possible look she can.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Shoto Imuri wrote:</div><blockquote>So...where is your dragon, Princess? Is it this Kyras Edoral?</blockquote><p>Eru looks confused. "<b>Kyras? My…dragon? I'm sorry Imuri-san, but I do not follow you… As for the Black Dragonflight, well, I understand your position, and while I was hoping maybe to convince the Empire to not even consider the Black Dragonflight's offer, to simply look out for their own interests, I believe now I miscalculated, and that those two things are mutually exclusive. In other words, you and other peers of this realm would never consider 'looking out for your own interests' to include a complete disregard for a potential ally's offer.</b>"
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Keep in mind Eru and Kyras haven't met yet. That won't occur until after Rhon and Eru leave your company.</span></p>At the Shoto City House:
Erudima, at least, does not seem at all bothered by the prospect of Shoto Asago being presented to her. However: "…but Imuri-san, I have no gift of anywhere near comparable value to present in exchange! I mean, once I have returned home I could certainly procure…something…that it would please me to give back to you for such a wonderful present, but at the moment I am "traveling light" as Naradil would say." She giggles, and Rhon gives her a significant look that he...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-28T04:42:02ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=10#4852011-03-27T23:26:18Z2011-03-27T23:26:18Z<p>"<b>Ugh. How nice of us to make it easy for him. Great. Wyvurn, since you can understand him, can you translate? Maybe now that he's at the end of Jaegr's weapon we can get some answers out of him.</b>"</p>"Ugh. How nice of us to make it easy for him. Great. Wyvurn, since you can understand him, can you translate? Maybe now that he's at the end of Jaegr's weapon we can get some answers out of him."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-27T23:26:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=10#4822011-03-26T07:00:11Z2011-03-26T07:00:11Z<p>"<b>Ugh. Thanks. What...happened?!</b>"</p>"Ugh. Thanks. What...happened?!"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-26T07:00:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=11#5372011-03-25T22:58:53Z2011-03-25T22:58:53Z<p><b>I inhabit the meat child thing so weak but so strong
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the threat seeks to hide but I see all
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I will warn them</b></p>
<p>Khoda/Sima floats above the ground, lightning arcing all around her/it in a spray of power and burnt ozone. She/it points at Lysander as bolts of pure electricity issue forth from the eyes.</p>
<p>"<b>hah hah hahhhhhh T H R E A T Khoda watches haaaaahhh I EAT your WORLD</b>" Khoda notes the meat thing and its three smaller meat things and withdraws in disgust, leaving the girl/gate...</p>I inhabit the meat child thing so weak but so strong
the threat seeks to hide but I see all
I will warn them
Khoda/Sima floats above the ground, lightning arcing all around her/it in a spray of power and burnt ozone. She/it points at Lysander as bolts of pure electricity issue forth from the eyes.
"hah hah hahhhhhh T H R E A T Khoda watches haaaaahhh I EAT your WORLD" Khoda notes the meat thing and its three smaller meat things and withdraws in disgust, leaving the girl/gate...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T22:58:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8492011-03-25T18:35:26Z2011-03-25T18:35:26Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Azami Ito wrote:</div><blockquote><p> <span class=messageboard-ooc><b>At Tea</b></span>
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Azami snorts, muttering to herself. <b>"Figures. All these Houses, always posturing. All slippery."</b></blockquote><p>Eru gives Azami a pained look, as if the crimson-haired warrior had just slapped her.Azami Ito wrote:At Tea
Azami snorts, muttering to herself. "Figures. All these Houses, always posturing. All slippery."
Eru gives Azami a pained look, as if the crimson-haired warrior had just slapped her.Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T18:35:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=10#4772011-03-25T16:20:56Z2011-03-25T16:20:56Z<p>"<b><span class=tiny>mmrglbfmfmflrr</span></b>"</p>"mmrglbfmfmflrr"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T16:20:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8442011-03-25T16:17:46Z2011-03-25T16:17:46Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Earlier, at the Shoto City House:</b></span>"<b>What's the flute player's name, Shoto Imuri-san? Does she live here? I should like very much to meet with her later, if that is at all possible. I should like to have tea with her if I may.</b>" Eru continues to gaze dreamily at the flautist. The princess then says, without turning her eyes from the lovely musician; "<b>Will you meet with Na-Perinel, Imuri-san? The silver dragon who has traveled with the paladine and clerics from Lesotho and Izmir? Who speak tomorrow night?</b>"</p>Earlier, at the Shoto City House:"What's the flute player's name, Shoto Imuri-san? Does she live here? I should like very much to meet with her later, if that is at all possible. I should like to have tea with her if I may." Eru continues to gaze dreamily at the flautist. The princess then says, without turning her eyes from the lovely musician; "Will you meet with Na-Perinel, Imuri-san? The silver dragon who has traveled with the paladine and clerics from Lesotho and Izmir? Who speak...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T16:17:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8432011-03-25T16:10:36Z2011-03-25T16:10:36Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Earlier, At The shoto City House:</b></span>
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Rhon smiles at Imuri. "<b>Time! Indeed. Even being elven I, too, feel the pinch of time, lending urgence to my deeds, especially in these days when, as you say, dragons come forth seeking allegiances. Tell me, Imuri-san, hypothetically speaking, what would one hope for from an alliance with a black dragon?</b>"</p>Earlier, At The shoto City House:
Rhon smiles at Imuri. "Time! Indeed. Even being elven I, too, feel the pinch of time, lending urgence to my deeds, especially in these days when, as you say, dragons come forth seeking allegiances. Tell me, Imuri-san, hypothetically speaking, what would one hope for from an alliance with a black dragon?"Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T16:10:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8412011-03-25T15:57:42Z2011-03-25T15:57:42Z<p>"<b>I've always thought they were jerks.</b>" Eru says with a frown.</p>"I've always thought they were jerks." Eru says with a frown.Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T15:57:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8392011-03-25T15:41:39Z2011-03-25T15:41:39Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>At Tea:</b></span>
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Rhon rolls his eyes. "<b>Settle down, Banad, You have to admit you blew your entrance big time. Don't take your frustration with yourself out on us. And Madame Curator is a <i>cleric</i>, you idiot, her weapon is <i>sacred</i>, not just a stick with a big knife on the end. Or did the bells escape your notice, <i>Journeyman</i>? How will Milisandria react when I tell her you-</b>"</p>At Tea:
Rhon rolls his eyes. "Settle down, Banad, You have to admit you blew your entrance big time. Don't take your frustration with yourself out on us. And Madame Curator is a cleric, you idiot, her weapon is sacred, not just a stick with a big knife on the end. Or did the bells escape your notice, Journeyman? How will Milisandria react when I tell her you-"Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T15:41:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=9#4302011-03-25T02:12:27Z2011-03-25T02:12:27Z<p>laughter or thunder dopplers around the horizon in the distance</p>
<p><b>ha. ha. ha. ha. haaahhhhhhhh.</b></p>laughter or thunder dopplers around the horizon in the distance
ha. ha. ha. ha. haaahhhhhhhh.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-25T02:12:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8232011-03-24T18:27:56Z2011-03-24T18:27:56Z<p>Rhon's eyes go wide and he barks out his companions' names. "<b>Earanthil! Gilly! Protection, no blood!</b>"</p>Rhon's eyes go wide and he barks out his companions' names. "Earanthil! Gilly! Protection, no blood!"Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-24T18:27:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=8#3742011-03-24T17:39:21Z2011-03-24T17:39:21Z<p><i>Khoda <b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IA_fryJCQY&feature=related" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">simmers and rumbles and flashes</a></b> beneath Nasima's consciousness. Waiting.</i></p>Khoda simmers and rumbles and flashes beneath Nasima's consciousness. Waiting.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-24T17:39:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8132011-03-24T05:36:45Z2011-03-24T05:36:45Z<p>Rhon nods at the Princess' words, then looks back at his noble host. "<b>Tell me, Samurai; are the spiders in your house's <i>mon</i> a specific <i>kind</i>? Or just a generalization, a metaphor, a...a <i>conceptual</i> spider, if you will, and not one that represents spiders <i>qua</i> spiders.</b>" He leans forward, his fingers steepled under his chin. "<b>...because the idea fascinates me.</b>"</p>Rhon nods at the Princess' words, then looks back at his noble host. "Tell me, Samurai; are the spiders in your house's mon a specific kind? Or just a generalization, a metaphor, a...a conceptual spider, if you will, and not one that represents spiders qua spiders." He leans forward, his fingers steepled under his chin. "...because the idea fascinates me."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-24T05:36:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8122011-03-24T05:31:10Z2011-03-24T05:31:10Z<p>"<b>It is as you say, Imuri-san. I am not here in my official capacity as a representative of my house, so am not empowered to speak for the Matron, or any of the others, and can write no treaties or entrust any interests.</b>" Here she favors you with a smile that settles on you like a ton of bricks. "<b>I can, however, speak most highly of the great Clan Shoto, and...'suggest' that we open negotiations with them, and broaden our trade with the good people of the empire.</b>" She looks back at the now-silent flautist, but still speaks to you. "<b>I thank you for the lessons. All of them. They are greatly appreciated, and I will speak with Zhongyi and Aki before I leave.</b>"</p>"It is as you say, Imuri-san. I am not here in my official capacity as a representative of my house, so am not empowered to speak for the Matron, or any of the others, and can write no treaties or entrust any interests." Here she favors you with a smile that settles on you like a ton of bricks. "I can, however, speak most highly of the great Clan Shoto, and...'suggest' that we open negotiations with them, and broaden our trade with the good people of the empire." She looks back at the...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-24T05:31:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8062011-03-23T20:40:37Z2011-03-23T20:40:37Z<p><b>At the Shoto city house, earlier:</b> </p>
<p>Rhon looks at the new musician with frank appraisal; a look not of prurient or romantic interest so much as a farmer evaluating livestock, or a fighter evaluating an opponent. His eyes linger only long enough to complete this survey, then return to focusing on Imuri's words, and the exceptional tea he is drinking. He speaks not, but nods when the princess asks her questions and looks expectantly at his host.</p>At the Shoto city house, earlier:
Rhon looks at the new musician with frank appraisal; a look not of prurient or romantic interest so much as a farmer evaluating livestock, or a fighter evaluating an opponent. His eyes linger only long enough to complete this survey, then return to focusing on Imuri's words, and the exceptional tea he is drinking. He speaks not, but nods when the princess asks her questions and looks expectantly at his host.Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T20:40:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=17#8052011-03-23T20:39:17Z2011-03-23T20:39:17Z<p><b>At the Shoto city house, earlier:</b></p>
<p>Craning her neck around to watch the flautist, Eru gazes at her like a girl smitten by a noble boy or celebrity of the opera stage. Just after the silence, and before Imuri begins again to speak, she sighs and breathes "<b>Gosh she's beautiful. Your house is blessed, Imuri-san, to have so much talent and beauty</b>" - she indicates the whole house, but is still admiring the musician - "<b>here under one roof.</b>"
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<div class="messageboard-quotee">Shoto Imuri wrote:</div><blockquote>A means of knowing to what extent you can count on my family should we strike a bargain.</blockquote><p>Erudima raises one perfectly arched eyebrow. "<b>...Bargain?</b>" she asks innocuously.At the Shoto city house, earlier:
Craning her neck around to watch the flautist, Eru gazes at her like a girl smitten by a noble boy or celebrity of the opera stage. Just after the silence, and before Imuri begins again to speak, she sighs and breathes "Gosh she's beautiful. Your house is blessed, Imuri-san, to have so much talent and beauty" - she indicates the whole house, but is still admiring the musician - "here under one roof."
Shoto Imuri wrote:A means of knowing to what extent you...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T20:39:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=4#1952011-03-23T15:33:47Z2011-03-23T15:33:47Z<p>A nervous crack of thunder peals across the sky, distant but ominous.</p>A nervous crack of thunder peals across the sky, distant but ominous.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T15:33:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7912011-03-23T05:43:16Z2011-03-23T05:43:16Z<p><b>At Tea:</b></p>
<p>Eru looks at Azami. "In my vision — which was a waking vision, experienced in Solku after a morning's meditation with Lady Cynore — there was indeed a feeling of health, of hope, of being cleansed and renewed, of having a blank slate. I have been trying very hard to discern its meaning. I thought for sure the Empire was involved somehow. The silver in my vision reminded me of the veins of silvery metal that live in the rock in some of the mountains out here — mithral, adamantine, silver, ore, others..."</p>At Tea:
Eru looks at Azami. "In my vision -- which was a waking vision, experienced in Solku after a morning's meditation with Lady Cynore -- there was indeed a feeling of health, of hope, of being cleansed and renewed, of having a blank slate. I have been trying very hard to discern its meaning. I thought for sure the Empire was involved somehow. The silver in my vision reminded me of the veins of silvery metal that live in the rock in some of the mountains out here -- mithral, adamantine,...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T05:43:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7902011-03-23T05:35:52Z2011-03-23T05:35:52Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Shoto Imuri wrote:</div><blockquote>"<b>...the suggestion that the Princess wear an open kimono to high court.</b>"</blockquote><p>Rhon placed his cup near his mouth and inhaled deeply, but took no drink. As Imuri speaks, he in fact lowers the cup ever-so-slightly. As Erudima splutters and coughs, the rogue scholar gives Imuri a small and knowing smile.
<p>"<b>Indeed.</b>" he intones, then takes a small sip of his tea. His eyes never leave Imuri's as he does so, though he gazes not threateningly, but questingly. The scholar is seeking knowledge, the rogue is seeking leverage.</p>Shoto Imuri wrote:"...the suggestion that the Princess wear an open kimono to high court."
Rhon placed his cup near his mouth and inhaled deeply, but took no drink. As Imuri speaks, he in fact lowers the cup ever-so-slightly. As Erudima splutters and coughs, the rogue scholar gives Imuri a small and knowing smile. "Indeed." he intones, then takes a small sip of his tea. His eyes never leave Imuri's as he does so, though he gazes not threateningly, but questingly. The scholar is seeking...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T05:35:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7892011-03-23T05:32:55Z2011-03-23T05:32:55Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Shoto Imuri wrote:</div><blockquote>"<b>...the suggestion that the Princess wear an open kimono to high court.</b>"</blockquote><p>Eru had just taken a nice and full sip when Imuri let this bomb drop, and she suddenly swallows wrong and coughs and splutters, setting her cup down in a hurry and apologizing through her coughs. Presently, she regains her composure and smile sheepishly.
<p>"<b>Point well taken, Shoto Imuri.</b>" she says with a respectful bow.</p>Shoto Imuri wrote:"...the suggestion that the Princess wear an open kimono to high court."
Eru had just taken a nice and full sip when Imuri let this bomb drop, and she suddenly swallows wrong and coughs and splutters, setting her cup down in a hurry and apologizing through her coughs. Presently, she regains her composure and smile sheepishly. "Point well taken, Shoto Imuri." she says with a respectful bow.Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T05:32:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7882011-03-23T05:30:12Z2011-03-23T05:30:12Z<p>Rhon sits back lightly and scrutinizes every single detail of everything Imuri does, obviously cataloging every motion and nuance for later consideration — clearly this is something he is used to doing. His eyes deviate not a bit from his task at hand, even as Eru speaks and continues to look distractedly about.</p>
<p>When Imuri mentions <i>Bushido</i>, Rhon's eyes suddenly narrow, but he says nothing.</p>Rhon sits back lightly and scrutinizes every single detail of everything Imuri does, obviously cataloging every motion and nuance for later consideration -- clearly this is something he is used to doing. His eyes deviate not a bit from his task at hand, even as Eru speaks and continues to look distractedly about.
When Imuri mentions Bushido, Rhon's eyes suddenly narrow, but he says nothing.Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T05:30:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7872011-03-23T05:27:10Z2011-03-23T05:27:10Z<p>"<b>I thank you, Imuri-san, this is an honor, and it <i>is</i> interesting to see how the different houses perform their tea services, as opposed to the emperor, and the merchants, and the generals. Captain Takagami had rather an entertaining ceremony involving an archer.</b>" She giggles girlishly, remembering something. She pays only moderate attention to the motions involved in the ritual, her eyes still darting about the room and appreciating the details there. When her cup is full, she takes her time smelling the tea, closing her eyes and concentrating, clearly enjoying every second of it.</p>"I thank you, Imuri-san, this is an honor, and it is interesting to see how the different houses perform their tea services, as opposed to the emperor, and the merchants, and the generals. Captain Takagami had rather an entertaining ceremony involving an archer." She giggles girlishly, remembering something. She pays only moderate attention to the motions involved in the ritual, her eyes still darting about the room and appreciating the details there. When her cup is full, she takes her time...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-23T05:27:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=3#1082011-03-22T19:25:59Z2011-03-22T19:25:59Z<p>The thunder is closer now, and louder. It begins to grow dark outside.</p>The thunder is closer now, and louder. It begins to grow dark outside.Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-22T19:25:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Tales of Agartha: the Avalon ChroniclesKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/gameplay&page=3#1062011-03-22T19:21:29Z2011-03-22T19:21:29Z<p>There is a distant boom of thunder that lasts for an awfully long time, rumbling and dopplering around for more than is usual.</p>
<p>"<b><span class=tiny>ha. ha. ha. ha. haaaaaa...</span></b>"</p>There is a distant boom of thunder that lasts for an awfully long time, rumbling and dopplering around for more than is usual.
"ha. ha. ha. ha. haaaaaa..."Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-22T19:21:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7712011-03-22T04:41:28Z2011-03-22T04:41:28Z<p>Rhon gives Eru a significant look, then glances around the table, aware of the extreme and unfortunate awkwardness of what was transpiring. He sighs. "<b>In the end, Ros- er, Azami...we know only the following; two months ago your father was contracted to take a shipment of weapons and armor east around the cape and through Katapesh to help arm H'arun. This was an extremely dangerous voyage, and he knew it. House del Solarian bankrolled it and provided warriors to help protect the ship. There are privateers, you see, allied with the black dragonflight, led by Erinyes in many cases and in league with the...fouler...creatures of the deep, and these privateers, these <i>pirates</i>, have been waylaying ships, sometimes destroying them, sometimes not, sometimes slaying the crew, and sometimes...not.</b>"</p>
<p>He pauses. "<b>Your father's ship never arrived in Katapesh. Faradwenni boatsmen spotted him last approaching the Isla des las Mil Voces, that accursed place, but then he did not pass the Straits of Faradwenn. No wreckage was found, nothing — no one — washed ashore. They simply vanished.</b>" </p>
<p>Rhon looks Azami in the eyes. "<b>I know it doesn't seem like much, but there <i>is</i> still hope; hope that he and possibly others still live, stranded on an island, simply waiting for a Faradwenni guard group or fishing party, or another ship, to come within hailing distance.</b>"</p>
<p>"<b>There...there is still that hope.</b>"</p>Rhon gives Eru a significant look, then glances around the table, aware of the extreme and unfortunate awkwardness of what was transpiring. He sighs. "In the end, Ros- er, Azami...we know only the following; two months ago your father was contracted to take a shipment of weapons and armor east around the cape and through Katapesh to help arm H'arun. This was an extremely dangerous voyage, and he knew it. House del Solarian bankrolled it and provided warriors to help protect the ship. There...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-22T04:41:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7622011-03-21T20:15:32Z2011-03-21T20:15:32Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tokine Nagano wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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Tokine lays her hand on Rhon's arm to stop him. <b>"No please...they did no wrong...as I said, matters would have been worse had they not interfered by crossing your word. I am greatly indebted to them as is Izumi, who would have died if I could not reach her in time. Actually.... I would have likely died as well, as their were nearly a dozen of them. Please do not be cross with them...they were my...saviors..yesterday.</b> Her tone had taken on a slow wispy quality, but see ends with a shake and a humorous smile, <b>"And although they did not like to hear me say it, I saw some beauty through their rough exteriors."</b> </blockquote><p>Rhon sighs with plainly evident relief, then shares in the laugh. "<b>I would be too terrified to tell Gwen or Naradil, but Fezza. Heh. Fezza I think would be quite flattered, loathe though she might be to admit it.</b>"Tokine Nagano wrote:Tokine lays her hand on Rhon's arm to stop him. "No please...they did no wrong...as I said, matters would have been worse had they not interfered by crossing your word. I am greatly indebted to them as is Izumi, who would have died if I could not reach her in time. Actually.... I would have likely died as well, as their were nearly a dozen of them. Please do not be cross with them...they were my...saviors..yesterday. Her tone had taken on a slow wispy quality, but see ends...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T20:15:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7592011-03-21T20:11:47Z2011-03-21T20:11:47Z<p>Rhon also looks at Azami, empathy clear on his face and compassion in his voice when he says "<b>...oh by the Hunter's bow. Why now...</b>"</p>Rhon also looks at Azami, empathy clear on his face and compassion in his voice when he says "...oh by the Hunter's bow. Why now..."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T20:11:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7582011-03-21T20:09:24Z2011-03-21T20:09:24Z<p>Eru looks at Azami, her mouth forming a shocked little "o" and her eyes wide with shock. "<b>Oh. You mean...you don't know...you didn't hear...</b>"</p>Eru looks at Azami, her mouth forming a shocked little "o" and her eyes wide with shock. "Oh. You mean...you don't know...you didn't hear..."Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T20:09:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7532011-03-21T19:50:09Z2011-03-21T19:50:09Z<p>Rhon sighs and looks at Eru. "<b>He does not look like a Shadowborn. You just think that because they are the only tengu you know. You've never met the Frostborn, or the Woodswards, or any of the other tribes...</b>" He smiles at the young princess with obvious brotherly affection. "<b>...though I have no doubt you will.</b>"</p>Rhon sighs and looks at Eru. "He does not look like a Shadowborn. You just think that because they are the only tengu you know. You've never met the Frostborn, or the Woodswards, or any of the other tribes..." He smiles at the young princess with obvious brotherly affection. "...though I have no doubt you will."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T19:50:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7522011-03-21T19:47:42Z2011-03-21T19:47:42Z<p>As her question hangs in the air for everyone to consider, Eru looks at <b>Yohei</b>. She angles her head quizzically, and some of her platinum hair falls over her eyes. "<b>Yohei. Hello. I'm Eru. You remind me of...you know, are you from Mamban, too? Like Ros-I mean, Azami? You look like one of the Shadowborn, a little bit.</b>"</p>As her question hangs in the air for everyone to consider, Eru looks at Yohei. She angles her head quizzically, and some of her platinum hair falls over her eyes. "Yohei. Hello. I'm Eru. You remind me of...you know, are you from Mamban, too? Like Ros-I mean, Azami? You look like one of the Shadowborn, a little bit."Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T19:47:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=16#7512011-03-21T19:44:32Z2011-03-21T19:44:32Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tokine Nagano wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Rhon Tai wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Earlier, before tea</b></span> "<b>Please. Nagano-sama. These...<i>brutal</i> gaijin. Were they a man and two women? The man would have been a big half-elf, an archer...</b>" </blockquote><b>"That was them..They obeyed my wishes for no blood within the temple..and did defend the temple at a time when it was nearly defenseless. But their methods were ...brutal. So you know them? They said they expected to find someone here. I thought they meant you..be that that for good or ill."</b> </blockquote><p>"<b>Yes. Those were Naradil, Gwen and Fezza. They are...well they belong to Earanthil, really, but Earanthil's whole team — those three, Gilly, Earanthil and Ghar — are currently retained as Eru's protection on this journey. Trust me when I say that were it not for them, we would not be here right now. But traveling with them is...quite trying. Madame Curator I am so sorry, if they behaved at all inappropriately. I told them no trouble in the city walls, but apparently that is too much for them to handle. I will have Earanthil speak with them.</b>" He looks over at where the pretty-boy sorcerer is sitting, causing poor Akiko fits as she tries to flirt with both him and Kyras at the same time.Tokine Nagano wrote:Rhon Tai wrote: Earlier, before tea "Please. Nagano-sama. These...brutal gaijin. Were they a man and two women? The man would have been a big half-elf, an archer..."
"That was them..They obeyed my wishes for no blood within the temple..and did defend the temple at a time when it was nearly defenseless. But their methods were ...brutal. So you know them? They said they expected to find someone here. I thought they meant you..be that that for good or ill." "Yes. Those were...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T19:44:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=15#7502011-03-21T19:40:12Z2011-03-21T19:40:12Z<p>"<b>Portnoy!</b>" Eru says, looking at <b>Azami</b> a little shocked. "<b>That's why I know you. You were Gregor's daughter, no? •sigh• I always envied you. You were so <i>lucky</i>, you always got to go <i>places</i>...</b>" She then brings herself up short as the last part of Azami's statement sinks in. "<b>Wait. Your dream...my vision...they're...they're the same! But how can that be?!</b>" She looks helplessly at Rhon, then at <b>Tokine</b>. "<b>What does this mean?</b>"</p>"Portnoy!" Eru says, looking at Azami a little shocked. "That's why I know you. You were Gregor's daughter, no? *sigh* I always envied you. You were so lucky, you always got to go places..." She then brings herself up short as the last part of Azami's statement sinks in. "Wait. Your dream...my vision...they're...they're the same! But how can that be?!" She looks helplessly at Rhon, then at Tokine. "What does this mean?"Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T19:40:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=15#7462011-03-21T19:18:36Z2011-03-21T19:18:36Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Earlier, before tea</b></span></p>
<p>Rhon hangs back to speak with Tokine, looking more horrified with every passing moment as she describes the events of yesterday. When she speaks of the "anonymous donor" he looks at her over his glasses, gratitude and concern both plain on his face. He gives her a smile, though it is tinged with worry.</p>
<p>Then, as she finishes, Rhon looks suddenly as if he'd been slapped. "<b>A trio of...oh no. Oh those <i>idiots</i>!</b>" he hisses under his breath. He turns to look at Tokine. "<b>Please. Nagano-sama. These...<i>brutal</i> gaijin. Were they a man and two women? The man would have been a big half-elf, an archer...</b>"</p>Earlier, before tea
Rhon hangs back to speak with Tokine, looking more horrified with every passing moment as she describes the events of yesterday. When she speaks of the "anonymous donor" he looks at her over his glasses, gratitude and concern both plain on his face. He gives her a smile, though it is tinged with worry.
Then, as she finishes, Rhon looks suddenly as if he'd been slapped. "A trio of...oh no. Oh those idiots!" he hisses under his breath. He turns to look at Tokine. "Please....Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T19:18:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=15#7382011-03-21T17:44:08Z2011-03-21T17:44:08Z<p>Erudima looks confused when <b>Azami</b> says her name. "<b>Oh! Oh. I'm sorry...you...you look very much like someone I've seen before. Where are you orginally from, if I may ask? I really don't mean to pry, it's just...this is my first time really away from home, from Mamban, and to see a familiar face is both strange and comforting for me.</b>" Eru's look has changed to that of one who is well-acquainted with homesickness, and her eyes are almost a bit pleading as she looks at the flinty-eyed palace guard across the table. </p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Azami Ito wrote:</div><blockquote>"<b>Not my usual dream. Of the sunrise.</b>" At the last, she looks directly to Erudima.</blockquote><p>Eru looks stunned. "<b>You dream of the sunrise? How so? How does the dream unfold?</b>"Erudima looks confused when Azami says her name. "Oh! Oh. I'm sorry...you...you look very much like someone I've seen before. Where are you orginally from, if I may ask? I really don't mean to pry, it's just...this is my first time really away from home, from Mamban, and to see a familiar face is both strange and comforting for me." Eru's look has changed to that of one who is well-acquainted with homesickness, and her eyes are almost a bit pleading as she looks at the flinty-eyed palace...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T17:44:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=15#7272011-03-21T03:07:27Z2011-03-21T03:07:27Z<p>Erudima's curiosity finally gets the best of her, and she breaks. Looking at <b>Azami</b>, the elven princess clears her throat and says "<b>I...I'm sorry, but what was your name, again?</b>"</p>Erudima's curiosity finally gets the best of her, and she breaks. Looking at Azami, the elven princess clears her throat and says "I...I'm sorry, but what was your name, again?"Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T03:07:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=15#7262011-03-21T03:03:41Z2011-03-21T03:03:41Z<p><b>Rhon</b> has had a look of concentration on his face, and as everyone is seated he looks at <b>Tokine</b> and says "<b>So...so there was an...attack, here? Is this okay for me to say out loud? Is that what happened? The streets outside our inn were buzzing with stories of strange things happening last night; winged tengu, </b>" here he favors Yohei with a significant look, "<b>undead in the streets, grey-clad ninja moving about in large groups, and of course the constant talk about all of us gaijin. 'So many gaijin!' they say. So many.</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Can't recall if you told Rhon about the attack on your temple at the State Dinner last night, Tokine...</span></p>Rhon has had a look of concentration on his face, and as everyone is seated he looks at Tokine and says "So...so there was an...attack, here? Is this okay for me to say out loud? Is that what happened? The streets outside our inn were buzzing with stories of strange things happening last night; winged tengu, " here he favors Yohei with a significant look, "undead in the streets, grey-clad ninja moving about in large groups, and of course the constant talk about all of us gaijin. 'So many...Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-21T03:03:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedRhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=15#7152011-03-18T21:36:29Z2011-03-18T21:36:29Z<p>"<b>I learned a few things, Madame Curator.</b>" Rhon says, giving Tokine a significant look. "<b>Hopefully you and Sifu San Pen and I can speak of them later.</b>" He smiles at her, and says "<b>But that can wait. First, what happened here? There are guards posted outside and there is blood in the street though the cleaners, it seems, will have that wiped away presently.</b>"</p>"I learned a few things, Madame Curator." Rhon says, giving Tokine a significant look. "Hopefully you and Sifu San Pen and I can speak of them later." He smiles at her, and says "But that can wait. First, what happened here? There are guards posted outside and there is blood in the street though the cleaners, it seems, will have that wiped away presently."Rhon Tai (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-18T21:36:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Mists of War - DM DownrightamazedErudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=15#7142011-03-18T21:33:11Z2011-03-18T21:33:11Z<p>"<b>Thank you, Nagano-sama. It is a great honor that you have offered to have someone paint my vision for me, in truth I...I am still very new to this, um, 'level'...of faith, I guess? It is only recently I was touched by Sarenrae, after a harrowing experience with Rhon and others on the <i>Isla des las Mil Voces</i>. I hope to be a paladin someday, there is much I can do in the world, especially given my family's resources.</b>"</p>
<p>She turns to San Pen. "<b>And thank you, master xorn, for your support at the State Dinner yesterday. I am new to that level of, ah, responsibility...as well.</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"Thank you, Nagano-sama. It is a great honor that you have offered to have someone paint my vision for me, in truth I...I am still very new to this, um, 'level'...of faith, I guess? It is only recently I was touched by Sarenrae, after a harrowing experience with Rhon and others on the Isla des las Mil Voces. I hope to be a paladin someday, there is much I can do in the world, especially given my family's resources."
She turns to San Pen. "And thank you, master xorn, for your support at the...Erudima del Fana del Solarian (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-18T21:33:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Tales of Agartha: The Avalon Chronicles Discussion ThreadKhoda (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheAvalonChronicles/discussion&page=2#682011-03-18T19:15:08Z2011-03-18T19:15:08Z<p>"<b>SMITE!
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HAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAA!</b></p>
<p>With each 'smite' something is struck by billions of volts of electricity courtesy a horrid shaft of blue-white lightning: a tree, a car, a bookshelf, the gymnasium. The tang of ionized air fills everyone's nostrils. </p>
<p>"<b>TTTRREMMMMMBBLLLLLLLE!!!</b>"</p>
<p>His presence having been made known, The Lightning God recedes to his natural plane, withdrawing tendril and cloud and lightning, the thunder of his cruel laugh echoing over the landscape and away into the abyss...</p>"SMITE!
SMITE!
SMITE!
SMITE!
HAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAA!
With each 'smite' something is struck by billions of volts of electricity courtesy a horrid shaft of blue-white lightning: a tree, a car, a bookshelf, the gymnasium. The tang of ionized air fills everyone's nostrils.
"TTTRREMMMMMBBLLLLLLLE!!!"
His presence having been made known, The Lightning God recedes to his natural plane, withdrawing tendril and cloud and lightning, the thunder of his cruel laugh echoing over the landscape and away into...Khoda (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-18T19:15:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=9#4432011-03-18T04:07:53Z2011-03-18T04:07:53Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Man I hope that gives me another save. :-/</span></p>Man I hope that gives me another save. :-/Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-18T04:07:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=9#4342011-03-17T15:40:46Z2011-03-17T15:40:46Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Just double-checking, I got hit with Color Spray, yes?</span></p>Just double-checking, I got hit with Color Spray, yes?Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-17T15:40:46ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: "Want to study around the World? How about in it?" Recruitment for Rules Light PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2m09l?Want-to-study-around-the-World-How-about-in#152011-03-16T18:09:54Z2011-03-16T18:09:54Z<p>Yeah, think I'm gonna develop the sylph concept. Shall I go ahead and make a profile, etc., or are you guys still taking concept proposals for a while?</p>Yeah, think I'm gonna develop the sylph concept. Shall I go ahead and make a profile, etc., or are you guys still taking concept proposals for a while?downrightamazed2011-03-16T18:09:54ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: "Want to study around the World? How about in it?" Recruitment for Rules Light PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2m09l?Want-to-study-around-the-World-How-about-in#102011-03-16T17:12:17Z2011-03-16T17:12:17Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">lynora wrote:</div><blockquote>It is totally open in terms of class and race. Should be vaguely compatible with 3.5/Pathfinder rules, but not overly worried about that. Like I said in the intro, we can cobble together something ruleswise for whatever concept. :) </blockquote><p>Word up! In that case I've got two concepts, first the aforementioned Human Sorc, but also a Sylph Barbarian, basically imagine a sylph who "hulks up" into something not at all unlike a Greater Lightning Elemental when danger is present or when she's emotionally distraught. Either one sound like a better fit than the other?
<p>I've also got a level 7 Wizard/Rogue I built for another game that died, who I could resurrect and pump up to play a teacher for y'all if you like. Setrek Dalltur, specializes in "Lost and Found," after his fashion.</p>
<p>Also, I'm playing in DM Barcas' Kingmaker thread as Taisper, his Carrion Crown thread as Marilwenn, and I DM three other homebrew PBPs as DM Downrightamazed if y'all need to see some posting history.</p>
<p>I can also vouch for Havoc XIII as being a terrific gamer to work with, and a fine addition to any PBP.</p>lynora wrote:It is totally open in terms of class and race. Should be vaguely compatible with 3.5/Pathfinder rules, but not overly worried about that. Like I said in the intro, we can cobble together something ruleswise for whatever concept. :)
Word up! In that case I've got two concepts, first the aforementioned Human Sorc, but also a Sylph Barbarian, basically imagine a sylph who "hulks up" into something not at all unlike a Greater Lightning Elemental when danger is present or when she's...downrightamazed2011-03-16T17:12:17ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: "Want to study around the World? How about in it?" Recruitment for Rules Light PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2m09l?Want-to-study-around-the-World-How-about-in#22011-03-16T15:57:21Z2011-03-16T15:57:21Z<p>This is too good to pass up! I'd love to play in something like this. Is it open in terms of class/race or do you use PFR for that? Brewing a concept of a megawatt sorcerer who's a pretty-boy class-president type. His sorcery comes from parental collusion with Dark Powers, though, and that dogs him big time. Trying to live down his lineage while living up to his potential while dealing with, you know, being a teen. :-)</p>This is too good to pass up! I'd love to play in something like this. Is it open in terms of class/race or do you use PFR for that? Brewing a concept of a megawatt sorcerer who's a pretty-boy class-president type. His sorcery comes from parental collusion with Dark Powers, though, and that dogs him big time. Trying to live down his lineage while living up to his potential while dealing with, you know, being a teen. :-)downrightamazed2011-03-16T15:57:21ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: Looking To PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2m08v?Looking-To-PBP#22011-03-16T15:39:22Z2011-03-16T15:39:22Z<p>Hi GM! I highly recommend you check out <b><a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/connection/lookingToJoinAPlayByPostGame" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">this very recent and very similar</a></b> thread, it's got good advice and links about how to go about PbPing.</p>
<p>Enjoy, and good luck!</p>Hi GM! I highly recommend you check out this very recent and very similar thread, it's got good advice and links about how to go about PbPing.
Enjoy, and good luck!downrightamazed2011-03-16T15:39:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=9#4202011-03-14T21:11:39Z2011-03-14T21:11:39Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Ahahahaaa, this is <i>awesome</i>. C'mon, Caspian!</span></p>Ahahahaaa, this is awesome. C'mon, Caspian!Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-14T21:11:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=9#4142011-03-14T18:14:37Z2011-03-14T18:14:37Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>You know, it just occurred to me; I need to roll for Snort, too. Maybe he can go on fighting while Kelsin roils uselessly on the ground...
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Snort's Will save: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 2</span>
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•facepalm• ...or maybe not.</span></p>You know, it just occurred to me; I need to roll for Snort, too. Maybe he can go on fighting while Kelsin roils uselessly on the ground...
Snort's Will save: [dice]1d20[/dice]
*facepalm* ...or maybe not.Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-14T18:14:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=9#4082011-03-14T04:47:38Z2011-03-14T04:47:38Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Jaegr "Knock Knock" wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Kelsin Illstar wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc>Will save: 1d20 Awww, crud.</span> </blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>Yup pretty much my reaction!</span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Hahaa, yeah. What a time to find out I have no bonus to Will saves. Not that it would have helped with a roll that crappy. (>_<)</span>Jaegr "Knock Knock" wrote:Kelsin Illstar wrote: Will save: 1d20 Awww, crud.
Yup pretty much my reaction! Hahaa, yeah. What a time to find out I have no bonus to Will saves. Not that it would have helped with a roll that crappy. (>_Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-14T04:47:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=9#4062011-03-14T00:42:33Z2011-03-14T00:42:33Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Will save: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 8</span> Awww, crud.</span></p>Will save: [dice]1d20[/dice] Awww, crud.Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-14T00:42:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=8#3952011-03-10T21:46:04Z2011-03-10T21:46:04Z<p>Kelsin, all his most powerful magic drained for the day, grimaces and gets a good grip on his quarterstaff. He takes a few seconds to cast two short but helpful spells; one helping to guide Snort's tusks home, the other strengthening his own body, and then looks at teh others. "<b>Well, down we go I suppose.</b>" He starts down the stairs with Snort at his side, looking carefully around for traps, or for the mongrelman about to jump out at him. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Casting Guidance on Snort, Virtue on myself. Perception check for as I descend: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15</span></span></p>Kelsin, all his most powerful magic drained for the day, grimaces and gets a good grip on his quarterstaff. He takes a few seconds to cast two short but helpful spells; one helping to guide Snort's tusks home, the other strengthening his own body, and then looks at teh others. "Well, down we go I suppose." He starts down the stairs with Snort at his side, looking carefully around for traps, or for the mongrelman about to jump out at him.
Casting Guidance on Snort, Virtue on myself....Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-10T21:46:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=8#3912011-03-10T19:55:23Z2011-03-10T19:55:23Z<p>Kelsin takes out one of his sling bullets and waves his hand over it, chanting mystically as he does so. Eventually the bullet starts to glow with a bright light. <span class=messageboard-ooc>(casting Light, obviously)</span> He moves to the door and opens it, and flings the bullet down the stairs, not trying to hit anyone, just trying to illuminate the area. "<b>Let's shed some more light down there and see what's happening. I don't like this. Who's coming with me?</b>" Snort hates stairs, but the disagreeable little animal nonetheless steps forward and prepares to go downstairs with his two-legged companion. Kelsin looks askance at Vanya and Caspian and Wyvurn, looking most hopefully at the militaristic hobgoblin, who thus far seems pretty good at this fighting stuff.</p>Kelsin takes out one of his sling bullets and waves his hand over it, chanting mystically as he does so. Eventually the bullet starts to glow with a bright light. (casting Light, obviously) He moves to the door and opens it, and flings the bullet down the stairs, not trying to hit anyone, just trying to illuminate the area. "Let's shed some more light down there and see what's happening. I don't like this. Who's coming with me?" Snort hates stairs, but the disagreeable little animal...Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-10T19:55:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=8#3832011-03-08T17:44:33Z2011-03-08T17:44:33Z<p>It takes Kelsin a little bit to parse what Vanya tells him, and when he finally does he has nothing to add. He just nods at the mysterious human but keeps a dubious look on his face. At Caspian's comment he jokes "<b>Maybe you could play some love music for them. Hah hah!</b>"</p>It takes Kelsin a little bit to parse what Vanya tells him, and when he finally does he has nothing to add. He just nods at the mysterious human but keeps a dubious look on his face. At Caspian's comment he jokes "Maybe you could play some love music for them. Hah hah!"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-08T17:44:33ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: Looking to join a play-by-post gamedownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lyuf?Looking-to-join-a-playbypost-game#52011-03-07T20:52:18Z2011-03-07T20:52:18Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aubrey the Malformed wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">downrightamazed wrote:</div><blockquote> and to make sure you're 100% comfortable with the stylistic conventions of PBP play like "<b>Using boldface for conversation</b>" <i>and italics for things your character is thinking</i> and doing links, etc. </blockquote>Actually, I hate that and would like the one player who does it to stop.</blockquote><p>Ahhahaaa, well, nonetheless it doesn't hurt to be comfortable with it since there are DMs who will want you to use it, and it's not a big time-sink to learn. Takes two seconds.
<p>Personally I can use it or not; when there are large blocks of conversation it can be irritating to see all that boldface, feels like I'm being yelled at, but in long expository paragraphs with just snippets of conversation I find it helps those snippets stand out, which is nice if you need to react to them IC.</p>
<p>•shrug• YMMV</p>Aubrey the Malformed wrote:downrightamazed wrote: and to make sure you're 100% comfortable with the stylistic conventions of PBP play like "Using boldface for conversation" and italics for things your character is thinking and doing links, etc.
Actually, I hate that and would like the one player who does it to stop.Ahhahaaa, well, nonetheless it doesn't hurt to be comfortable with it since there are DMs who will want you to use it, and it's not a big time-sink to learn. Takes two seconds....downrightamazed2011-03-07T20:52:18ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: Looking to join a play-by-post gamedownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lyuf?Looking-to-join-a-playbypost-game#32011-03-07T20:34:57Z2011-03-07T20:34:57Z<p>I'll second everything John Woodford said above, and add the following:</p>
<p>I <b><i>highly</i></b> recommend you read <b><a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/connection/lookingToJoinAPFPbpThatDoesntEndAfter35Posts&page=1&source=search#0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">this old gamer connection thread</a></b> in its entirety. There is a great deal of people just looking to play in the first page or two, but then there is lots of great advice after that about how to maximize your chances for getting into a game, for even if you find a recruitment thread that doesn't already have 2937439872 people signed up for consideration, many GMs look for players with a solid posting history, which is tough to get. There are a couple of "pub" threads where you can use a character you've built to interact with others and build up some posts so people can see that you're serious about posting frequently and have good writing chops, or at least good enough for their game.</p>
<p>Also, read lots of other PBPs to get an idea for what style you like, and to make sure you're 100% comfortable with the stylistic conventions of PBP play like "<b>Using boldface for conversation</b>" <i>and italics for things your character is thinking</i> and doing links, etc. Also also, be sure you're comfortable with using the alternate profile system. Basically, have all the mechanics down so you can respond quickly and "correctly" when you do find a thread that interests you. Not every DM cares about those things, but most seem to.</p>
<p>Anyway, good luck to you! I find PBP games to be quite enjoyable so I hope you're able to have a similar experience.</p>I'll second everything John Woodford said above, and add the following:
I highly recommend you read this old gamer connection thread in its entirety. There is a great deal of people just looking to play in the first page or two, but then there is lots of great advice after that about how to maximize your chances for getting into a game, for even if you find a recruitment thread that doesn't already have 2937439872 people signed up for consideration, many GMs look for players with a solid...downrightamazed2011-03-07T20:34:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=8#3762011-03-07T18:59:30Z2011-03-07T18:59:30Z<p>Kelsin nods at Jaegr and readies his staff, nudging Snort to follow. "<b>Sure Thing. Getting hungry for some answers around this place, even ones that aren't for what we're asking.</b>"</p>Kelsin nods at Jaegr and readies his staff, nudging Snort to follow. "Sure Thing. Getting hungry for some answers around this place, even ones that aren't for what we're asking."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-07T18:59:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=8#3732011-03-07T15:54:39Z2011-03-07T15:54:39Z<p>Kelsin eyes Vanya dubiously. "<b>So...you used to be one of <i>them</i>?</b>" He jerks a thumb towards the rather feckless guards in their cells. "<b>...or you still are, but they took over your mind? Something? Just looking to make sure you're straight with us, here. At least as straight as you can be.</b>" The grouchy elf begins a lackluster and not tremendously organized search of their surroundings, seemingly to pass the time as much as anything else. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (14) + 6 = 20</span></span></p>Kelsin eyes Vanya dubiously. "So...you used to be one of them?" He jerks a thumb towards the rather feckless guards in their cells. "...or you still are, but they took over your mind? Something? Just looking to make sure you're straight with us, here. At least as straight as you can be." The grouchy elf begins a lackluster and not tremendously organized search of their surroundings, seemingly to pass the time as much as anything else.
Perception: [dice]1d20+6[/dice]Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-07T15:54:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=8#3602011-03-03T18:12:27Z2011-03-03T18:12:27Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Assuming all are cool with this, lemme know if not.</span></p>
<p>After putting each guard into a separate cell, Kelsin motions at the janitor, pointing at his key ring and then miming locking the cell doors, hoping the Marshal had the guy well-trained enough to perform that action without a lot of to-do.</p>Assuming all are cool with this, lemme know if not.
After putting each guard into a separate cell, Kelsin motions at the janitor, pointing at his key ring and then miming locking the cell doors, hoping the Marshal had the guy well-trained enough to perform that action without a lot of to-do.Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-03T18:12:27ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Shadows of Aris - Homebrew Campaign LFPThral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/ShadowsOfAris/recruiting&page=9#4122011-11-27T11:57:42Z2011-03-03T16:39:58Z<p>IRL-wise, Good on ya, man; keep the world safe and thanks for everything you do. :-)</p>
<p>Game wise, I enjoyed playing in Aris, and playing this character, so I'll certainly be hoping for another crack at things, but am glad just to have had a chance to work with so many fun players and great GM in a rad world like Aris. Stay safe, sir, and stay in touch!</p>IRL-wise, Good on ya, man; keep the world safe and thanks for everything you do. :-)
Game wise, I enjoyed playing in Aris, and playing this character, so I'll certainly be hoping for another crack at things, but am glad just to have had a chance to work with so many fun players and great GM in a rad world like Aris. Stay safe, sir, and stay in touch!Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-03T16:39:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: A New Beginning OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerNewBeginnings/discussion&page=25#12302011-03-02T15:40:20Z2011-03-02T15:40:20Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Mizu Izentoshite wrote:</div><blockquote> <b>@downrightamazed</b> DM Barcas here. What do you think about a judo-style monk? Uses readied actions to utilize Improved Ki Throw, flinging enemies all over the place. Not sure on personality or history yet, as I was only following Mists of War casually. </blockquote><p>I dig it! There are a number of ways we could work in such a character given where the plot currently is.Mizu Izentoshite wrote:@downrightamazed DM Barcas here. What do you think about a judo-style monk? Uses readied actions to utilize Improved Ki Throw, flinging enemies all over the place. Not sure on personality or history yet, as I was only following Mists of War casually.
I dig it! There are a number of ways we could work in such a character given where the plot currently is.downrightamazed2011-03-02T15:40:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=8#3532011-03-01T20:52:50Z2011-03-01T20:52:50Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I don't have any ranks in Escape Artist, someone else wanna do this? I can Aid Another... Well, unless taking 20 on these is good enough for folks. And yes, Kelsin would definitely tie up the woman, too. At least her hands and hobble her legs a bit so she can shuffle along but not run.</span></p>I don't have any ranks in Escape Artist, someone else wanna do this? I can Aid Another... Well, unless taking 20 on these is good enough for folks. And yes, Kelsin would definitely tie up the woman, too. At least her hands and hobble her legs a bit so she can shuffle along but not run.Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-01T20:52:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3502011-03-01T20:36:45Z2011-03-01T20:36:45Z<p>Kelsin takes whatever rope the party has and goes around tying up each of the prisoners as Jaegr checks to make sure they'll all live. "<b>How do we carry the one that's knocked out? Vanya, can you and Jaegr drag him? He's, uh, a little big for me to haul.</b>"</p>Kelsin takes whatever rope the party has and goes around tying up each of the prisoners as Jaegr checks to make sure they'll all live. "How do we carry the one that's knocked out? Vanya, can you and Jaegr drag him? He's, uh, a little big for me to haul."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-03-01T20:36:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3412011-02-28T16:58:45Z2011-02-28T16:58:45Z<p>Kelsin glowers back at the soldier but honestly isn't quite sure what she said even means, so he holds his tongue and just tries to look threatening.</p>Kelsin glowers back at the soldier but honestly isn't quite sure what she said even means, so he holds his tongue and just tries to look threatening.Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-28T16:58:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3372011-02-26T20:37:51Z2011-02-26T20:37:51Z<p><b>...and why hire toughs, anyway? Isn't that what you people are for?</b>"</p>...and why hire toughs, anyway? Isn't that what you people are for?"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-26T20:37:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion&page=2#512011-02-26T03:58:05Z2011-02-26T03:58:05Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aydan Mishnok wrote:</div><blockquote> sigz is probably going to be the dodgiest, unless DRA makes someone as dilema riddled as Taispar! </blockquote><p>Oh man, no; I need a break. Playing that dude is exhausting, though I bring it on myself, so, there you go.
<p>Probably eyeing up CG for this one.</p>Aydan Mishnok wrote:sigz is probably going to be the dodgiest, unless DRA makes someone as dilema riddled as Taispar!
Oh man, no; I need a break. Playing that dude is exhausting, though I bring it on myself, so, there you go. Probably eyeing up CG for this one.downrightamazed2011-02-26T03:58:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3322011-02-25T22:27:34Z2011-02-25T22:27:34Z<p>"<b>Ah, stinkbugs. Your superior? You're sure it was just one group of 'toughs'?</b>"</p>"Ah, stinkbugs. Your superior? You're sure it was just one group of 'toughs'?"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-25T22:27:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3302011-02-25T21:48:13Z2011-02-25T21:48:13Z<p>"<b>Who's the guy been sending people out looking for it? We heard there was someone doing that. Sending bandits. Maybe he knows about the box.</b>"</p>"Who's the guy been sending people out looking for it? We heard there was someone doing that. Sending bandits. Maybe he knows about the box."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-25T21:48:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion#212011-02-25T16:35:18Z2011-02-25T16:35:18Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">LoreKeeper wrote:</div><blockquote><p> @downrightamazed:
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In case it got lost in the ooc thread - Breadth of Experience is a great feat for non-standard academics. Comes with a age/racial prerequisite though.
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</blockquote><p>Nope! I saw it. I just didn't get a chance to reply until an hour or so ago. I really appreciate that suggestion 'cos I probably wouldn't have remembered it while doing the build. It's a great idea!LoreKeeper wrote:@downrightamazed:
In case it got lost in the ooc thread - Breadth of Experience is a great feat for non-standard academics. Comes with a age/racial prerequisite though.
Nope! I saw it. I just didn't get a chance to reply until an hour or so ago. I really appreciate that suggestion 'cos I probably wouldn't have remembered it while doing the build. It's a great idea!downrightamazed2011-02-25T16:35:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion#202011-02-25T16:33:49Z2011-02-25T16:33:49Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Verik Jarrow wrote:</div><blockquote> I think alchemist are far better as ranged attacks there bombs are just nasty, 1d6 per two levels damage + Int mod as a ranged touch attack, that also deals minimum damage to those within 5ft. of the target (reflex half for those getting splashed only) eligible for Rapid Shot no less! With haste at 5th level you are looking at <b>9d6+15</b> as a ranged touch to one target (no save) and 24 damage (with 3 saves for half) to anything within 5 feet, that can potentially at the same time create a stinking cloud around an area 5 feet beyond the splash zone (if you take smoke bomb and stink bomb as you discoveries.).</blockquote><p>Yeah, see, this already makes more sense to me than what I've seen my players do, and since I'm looking at a high-INT character anyway to back up my fluff, that works nicely.
<p>Hm. I may even get to some mechanics on this today.</p>Verik Jarrow wrote:I think alchemist are far better as ranged attacks there bombs are just nasty, 1d6 per two levels damage + Int mod as a ranged touch attack, that also deals minimum damage to those within 5ft. of the target (reflex half for those getting splashed only) eligible for Rapid Shot no less! With haste at 5th level you are looking at 9d6+15 as a ranged touch to one target (no save) and 24 damage (with 3 saves for half) to anything within 5 feet, that can potentially at the same...downrightamazed2011-02-25T16:33:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion#122011-02-25T15:33:12Z2011-02-25T15:33:12Z<p>As for story I, too, am a big fan of a balanced distribution of action and whodunit/exposition. Part of why the Kingmaker campaign is so much fun.</p>As for story I, too, am a big fan of a balanced distribution of action and whodunit/exposition. Part of why the Kingmaker campaign is so much fun.downrightamazed2011-02-25T15:33:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - The Carrion Crown OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasTheCarrionCrown/discussion#112011-02-25T15:31:03Z2011-02-25T15:31:03Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Verik Jarrow wrote:</div><blockquote> downrightamazed: Have you considered an alchemist? It fits the academic archetype you are going for pretty well. I've just been running one as a NPC and damn those bombs are nasty! </blockquote><p>I haven't, TBH, but now you mention it that's not a bad idea. I have an anti-alchemist prejudice for no particularly good reason, though steampunk fatigue is probably part of it, combined with the couple alchemists I've seen players run weren't, I think, run very well. They always kept trying to mutagen into a tank and then getting their 455es kicked, which didn't strike me as the class' optimal function in a party.
<p>I'm definitely still liking the academic idea, though, and maybe this could be a chance to finally come to grips with how to make an alchemist work.</p>
<p>Archetype brainstorming, just to write these down and see what I (and anyone else interested in commenting) like best;
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He's a wannabe-ghostbuster type, eager to help solve hauntings.
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OR
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He's a nega-psychic, a Dana Scully-esque empiricist.
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OR
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He's a slacker perpetual-grad-student type, talented but unmotivated
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OR
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He's an older academic whose life of comfort was recently turned upside-down by tragedy</p>
<p>Hmmm...</p>Verik Jarrow wrote:downrightamazed: Have you considered an alchemist? It fits the academic archetype you are going for pretty well. I've just been running one as a NPC and damn those bombs are nasty!
I haven't, TBH, but now you mention it that's not a bad idea. I have an anti-alchemist prejudice for no particularly good reason, though steampunk fatigue is probably part of it, combined with the couple alchemists I've seen players run weren't, I think, run very well. They always kept trying to...downrightamazed2011-02-25T15:31:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3242011-02-24T21:25:36Z2011-02-24T21:25:36Z<p>"<b>Okay now just hold it right there, lady, I have a question.</b>" Kelsin favors her with an extremely cross look. "<b>Just what the hell does 'day-fakk-toe' mean, anyway? Speak Common! So we can all understand!</b>"</p>"Okay now just hold it right there, lady, I have a question." Kelsin favors her with an extremely cross look. "Just what the hell does 'day-fakk-toe' mean, anyway? Speak Common! So we can all understand!"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-24T21:25:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=10?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4872011-02-24T17:15:28Z2011-02-24T17:15:28Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Setrek would also be into exploring whatever they first arrived at, so the blue room would get a good looking-over. After that, he'd start to his right, with that path, and work anti-clockwise around the room. So, first for the blue room — Perception(Trapfinding):<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24</span> Perception(Aid Another):<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14</span></span></p>
<p>Moving carefully through the corridors, Setrek looks around for any interesting runes, doors, or other features, and helps Dexter where possible.</p>Setrek would also be into exploring whatever they first arrived at, so the blue room would get a good looking-over. After that, he'd start to his right, with that path, and work anti-clockwise around the room. So, first for the blue room -- Perception(Trapfinding):[dice]1d20+8[/dice] Perception(Aid Another):[dice]1d20+9[/dice]
Moving carefully through the corridors, Setrek looks around for any interesting runes, doors, or other features, and helps Dexter where possible.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-24T17:15:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3152011-02-24T16:11:28Z2011-02-24T16:11:28Z<p>Kelsin nods, looking between the black-clad woman and Vanya. "<b>Yeah. What he said. One a you better start talking.</b>"</p>Kelsin nods, looking between the black-clad woman and Vanya. "Yeah. What he said. One a you better start talking."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-24T16:11:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=10?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4832011-02-23T23:02:44Z2011-02-23T23:02:44Z<p>Setrek looks rather blinkered, but recovers quickly, smiling at Dexter and his diminutive companion. "<b>Well then! Shall we?</b>" Setrek begins to move into the new area of the crypt, the last one unexplored, his rapier at the ready. <span class=messageboard-ooc>Once again, will cast Light if need be. I'll cast it on a small stick so I can throw it aside if need be and not have it attached to part of me since it's non-dismissable. Oh, and Stealth: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18</span> to remain quiet, more than anything.</span></p>Setrek looks rather blinkered, but recovers quickly, smiling at Dexter and his diminutive companion. "Well then! Shall we?" Setrek begins to move into the new area of the crypt, the last one unexplored, his rapier at the ready. Once again, will cast Light if need be. I'll cast it on a small stick so I can throw it aside if need be and not have it attached to part of me since it's non-dismissable. Oh, and Stealth: [dice]1d20+10[/dice] to remain quiet, more than anything.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-23T23:02:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=10?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4812011-02-23T22:50:17Z2011-02-23T22:50:17Z<p>"<b>Drat. Though to be perfectly truthful, I'm almost glad that didn't work. Um. EMASES NEPO!</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Assuming that doesn't work, Setrek will try sheer force, employing Telekinetic Fist to try to blast it open/shut. Also, Perception to check for any other clues. Can't remember how the other group got this open, and Setrek wouldn't know, anyway: Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28</span> Critical Perception W00T! :-p</span></p>"Drat. Though to be perfectly truthful, I'm almost glad that didn't work. Um. EMASES NEPO!"
Assuming that doesn't work, Setrek will try sheer force, employing Telekinetic Fist to try to blast it open/shut. Also, Perception to check for any other clues. Can't remember how the other group got this open, and Setrek wouldn't know, anyway: Perception: [dice]1d20+8[/dice] Critical Perception W00T! :-pSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-23T22:50:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=10?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4792011-02-23T22:01:59Z2011-02-23T22:01:59Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Danke, sir.</span>
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Setrek stops, realizing he's already been through this way, and that he needs the <i>other</i> area. "<b>Wait. <i>Behind</i> the door. Hmmm...what was it Chord said Haydog tried? Was that this door?</b>" Setrek consults his chapbook, then looks at the door and says to it "<b>OPEN! SESAME!</b>" He pauses and mutters "<b>Goodness that feels ridiculous.</b>" and waits to see if it actually works.</p>Danke, sir.
Setrek stops, realizing he's already been through this way, and that he needs the other area. "Wait. Behind the door. Hmmm...what was it Chord said Haydog tried? Was that this door?" Setrek consults his chapbook, then looks at the door and says to it "OPEN! SESAME!" He pauses and mutters "Goodness that feels ridiculous." and waits to see if it actually works.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-23T22:01:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=10?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4772011-02-23T21:42:09Z2011-02-23T21:42:09Z<p>"<b>Well, Dexter, Teddy, what say we simply head forward and see what fate has in store for us? This is the last unexplored area I believe, and if what you say is true about some...force being responsible for this then we should endeavor to locate and eliminate it as soon as possible.</b>" Setrek draws his rapier and starts through the doorway.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"Well, Dexter, Teddy, what say we simply head forward and see what fate has in store for us? This is the last unexplored area I believe, and if what you say is true about some...force being responsible for this then we should endeavor to locate and eliminate it as soon as possible." Setrek draws his rapier and starts through the doorway.
[Spoiler omitted]Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-23T21:42:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3082011-02-23T17:48:47Z2011-02-23T17:48:47Z<p>Kelsin nods in agreement at Wyvurn's statement. "<b>He's right, lady, Snort'll tear you up as you stand there!</b>" He looks at Caspian. "<b>Nice panpipe playing, by the way. Where'd you learn that?</b>"</p>Kelsin nods in agreement at Wyvurn's statement. "He's right, lady, Snort'll tear you up as you stand there!" He looks at Caspian. "Nice panpipe playing, by the way. Where'd you learn that?"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-23T17:48:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=10?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4742011-02-23T17:46:48Z2011-02-23T17:46:48Z<p>Setrek is making a rough drawing of the markings on the door. As Dexter begins to search the area around, he sets his chapbook aside and pitches in to help. <span class=messageboard-ooc>Aid Another on Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21</span> Separate Perception check to look for traps: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (12) + 9 = 21</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>Dexter, fellow, I'm not sure there's much more to find here. What was the hubbub outside? I confess I got sucked in to looking at these drawings but am a bit uncertain as to how to proceed from here, if there is further value. Did your fellow Pathfinders have anything to offer in the way of information about this town, crypt, or festival, or other goings-on?</b>"</p>Setrek is making a rough drawing of the markings on the door. As Dexter begins to search the area around, he sets his chapbook aside and pitches in to help. Aid Another on Perception: [dice]1d20+8[/dice] Separate Perception check to look for traps: [dice]1d20+9[/dice]
"Dexter, fellow, I'm not sure there's much more to find here. What was the hubbub outside? I confess I got sucked in to looking at these drawings but am a bit uncertain as to how to proceed from here, if there is further value....Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-23T17:46:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=7#3052011-02-23T05:44:08Z2011-02-23T05:44:08Z<p>Snort stays right up in the woman's personal space, a little crud falling out of his nose onto her foot as he angrily chuffs out his breath at her. Kelsin lowers his quarterstaff and walks over to Jaegr, looking around in confusion as he goes. "<b>Wh...what just happened here? C'mon, Jaegr, we gotta get you back up.</b>" The wood elf bends down and speaks in Sylvan, causing blue and white healing energy to coruscate around the mountain dwarf.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Kelsin will cast Cure Light Wounds on Jaegr, healing <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7</span> and using his last 1st-level spell for today.</span></p>Snort stays right up in the woman's personal space, a little crud falling out of his nose onto her foot as he angrily chuffs out his breath at her. Kelsin lowers his quarterstaff and walks over to Jaegr, looking around in confusion as he goes. "Wh...what just happened here? C'mon, Jaegr, we gotta get you back up." The wood elf bends down and speaks in Sylvan, causing blue and white healing energy to coruscate around the mountain dwarf.
Kelsin will cast Cure Light Wounds on Jaegr, healing...Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-23T05:44:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=6#2982011-02-22T21:30:12Z2011-02-22T21:30:12Z<p>"<b>Argh! Don't let her slice at you like that, Snort; nail 'er!</b>"
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 4(?), Initiative Last</b>
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AC16, HP 9/9
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Snort: AC18, HP18/18
<br />
SA: Attack the woman again
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</span><span class=messageboard-ooc>
<br />
Kelsin:
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SA: Attack the woman along with Snort
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</span><span class=messageboard-ooc>
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Snort attack on same woman: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 1 + 1 + 2 = 9</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 1 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 1 + 1 = 7</span>
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Kelsin attack on the woman: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 2 + 1 = 7</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2</span>
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</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Three straight fours? Seriously? W!T!F!</span></p>"Argh! Don't let her slice at you like that, Snort; nail 'er!"
Round 4(?), Initiative Last
AC16, HP 9/9
Snort: AC18, HP18/18
SA: Attack the woman again
Kelsin:
SA: Attack the woman along with Snort
Snort attack on same woman: [dice]1d20+1+1+1+2[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+1+1+1[/dice]
Kelsin attack on the woman: [dice]1d20+2+1[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+1[/dice]
Three straight fours? Seriously? W!T!F!Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-22T21:30:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=6#2882011-02-22T02:02:28Z2011-02-22T02:02:28Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kirth Gersen wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc><div class="messageboard-quotee">v 2.0 Kithfinder Reference Document wrote:</div><blockquote>stuff</blockquote><p></span>
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</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Brilliant. Thanks, Kirth!</span>Kirth Gersen wrote:v 2.0 Kithfinder Reference Document wrote:stuff
Brilliant. Thanks, Kirth!Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-22T02:02:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=6#2862011-02-21T23:42:44Z2011-02-21T23:42:44Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Caspian, what are the benefits from your Inspiring Performance, again? I can't find the post where it was mentioned. I don't think it'd help any of my terrible dice rolls so far anyway, but every little bit helps. Is it just a +1 on d20 rolls?</span></p>Caspian, what are the benefits from your Inspiring Performance, again? I can't find the post where it was mentioned. I don't think it'd help any of my terrible dice rolls so far anyway, but every little bit helps. Is it just a +1 on d20 rolls?Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-21T23:42:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=10?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4662011-02-21T21:00:39Z2011-02-21T21:00:39Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Pardon the lacuna. Had no internets for a couple days there. Back now. Setrek will be in the crypts awaiting everyone's return.</span></p>Pardon the lacuna. Had no internets for a couple days there. Back now. Setrek will be in the crypts awaiting everyone's return.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-21T21:00:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=6#2832011-02-21T20:44:40Z2011-02-21T20:44:40Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 3(?), Initiative Last</b>
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AC16, HP 9/9
<br />
Snort: AC18, HP18/18
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MA: get into flanking position
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SA: Attack the woman again
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</span><span class=messageboard-ooc>
<br />
Kelsin:
<br />
MA: step up into attack position
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SA: Attack the woman along with Snort
<br />
</span><span class=messageboard-ooc>
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Snort attack on same woman: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 1 + 1 + 2 = 13</span>
<br />
Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 + 1 = 3</span>
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Kelsin attack on the woman: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 2</span>
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</span></p>
<p>Kelsin and Snort continue to try to take down the female human, but fighting in bars is not their strong suit.</p>Round 3(?), Initiative Last
AC16, HP 9/9
Snort: AC18, HP18/18
MA: get into flanking position
SA: Attack the woman again
Kelsin:
MA: step up into attack position
SA: Attack the woman along with Snort
Snort attack on same woman: [dice]1d20+1+1+2[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+1+1[/dice]
Kelsin attack on the woman: [dice]1d20+2[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6[/dice]
Kelsin and Snort continue to try to take down the female human, but fighting in bars is not their strong suit.Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-21T20:44:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Gauging Interest -- "Kirthfinder" PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/discussion&page=3#1302011-02-21T20:16:47Z2011-02-21T20:16:47Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kirth Gersen wrote:</div><blockquote> Nothing from anyone but Jaegr since Friday. Everyone else... are you still out there? </blockquote><p>I'm back and will post today. I'm on tour right now and WiFi is spotty, but we're with friends today who have solid access. Many apologies!Kirth Gersen wrote:Nothing from anyone but Jaegr since Friday. Everyone else... are you still out there?
I'm back and will post today. I'm on tour right now and WiFi is spotty, but we're with friends today who have solid access. Many apologies!Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-21T20:16:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=6#2622011-02-18T06:58:17Z2011-02-18T06:58:17Z<p>"<b>Wh...Jaegr what are you doing? It's just hu-man magic, you can fight it off!</b>"
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<span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 2, Initiative Last </b>
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AC16, HP 9/9
<br />
Snort: AC18, HP18/18
<br />
SA: cast Shillelagh on my quarterstaff
<br />
If Snort can charge, he's gonna, though I'm assuming it's too close of quarters.
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Snort attack on same woman: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 1 + 1 = 12</span>
<br />
Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 + 1 = 5</span></span></p>"Wh...Jaegr what are you doing? It's just hu-man magic, you can fight it off!"
Round 2, Initiative Last
AC16, HP 9/9
Snort: AC18, HP18/18
SA: cast Shillelagh on my quarterstaff
If Snort can charge, he's gonna, though I'm assuming it's too close of quarters.
Snort attack on same woman: [dice]1d20+1+1[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+1+1[/dice]Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-18T06:58:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=9?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4422011-02-18T06:46:50Z2011-02-18T06:46:50Z<p>A bit bewildered, Setrek nonetheless runs out with Chord, following the priestess and the bearers of ill news.</p>A bit bewildered, Setrek nonetheless runs out with Chord, following the priestess and the bearers of ill news.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-18T06:46:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=9?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4112011-02-17T14:58:50Z2011-02-17T14:58:50Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Setrek casts Detect Magic on the door, just to see.</span></p>Setrek casts Detect Magic on the door, just to see.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-17T14:58:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=5#2482011-02-17T06:15:50Z2011-02-17T06:15:50Z<p>Kelsin speaks in sylvan, clearly outlining one of his favorite spells. Snort, who knows what's coming, is pawing the ground in anticipation. The spell complete, Kelsin smacks the grouchy boar on his back, infusing him with the divine power of nature as he does so. "<b>Go get 'em, Snort! Show these fools how we do in the woods.</b>" As Snort's hooves slip and struggle to find purchase on the wood floor of the bar, causing his sharp tusks to miss by a mile, Kelsin mutters blackly under his breath. "<b>Well, usually we have some nice turf so we can get some traction in the woods, for starters. Yeesh.</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Round 1, Initiative Last</b>
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AC16, HP 9/9
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Snort: AC18, HP18/18
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SA: cast Magic Fang on Snort
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Snort attack on woman who attacked Kelsin: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 1 = 6</span> Meh.
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</span></p>Kelsin speaks in sylvan, clearly outlining one of his favorite spells. Snort, who knows what's coming, is pawing the ground in anticipation. The spell complete, Kelsin smacks the grouchy boar on his back, infusing him with the divine power of nature as he does so. "Go get 'em, Snort! Show these fools how we do in the woods." As Snort's hooves slip and struggle to find purchase on the wood floor of the bar, causing his sharp tusks to miss by a mile, Kelsin mutters blackly under his breath....Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-17T06:15:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=9?Day-of-Bones-PbP#4092011-02-17T04:09:06Z2011-02-17T04:09:06Z<p>Listening to the exchange between Chord and Lynnoria, Setrek walks up and pushes on the door, seeing if it's solid. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Has someone already cast Detect Magic on the door? I can't remember.</span></p>Listening to the exchange between Chord and Lynnoria, Setrek walks up and pushes on the door, seeing if it's solid.
Has someone already cast Detect Magic on the door? I can't remember.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-17T04:09:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=8?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3952011-02-16T21:07:05Z2011-02-16T21:07:05Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Basically assume that Setrek has been sketching the maps the DM provides, that's been my intent.</span></p>
<p>"<b>I've been doing some mapping, yes, also trying to take what notes I can about this place. I certainly would not be surprised to find it had many doors in many different planes, especially given how it just <i>appeared</i> with an audible thump in our hallway in the inn.</b>"</p>Basically assume that Setrek has been sketching the maps the DM provides, that's been my intent.
"I've been doing some mapping, yes, also trying to take what notes I can about this place. I certainly would not be surprised to find it had many doors in many different planes, especially given how it just appeared with an audible thump in our hallway in the inn."Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-16T21:07:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=5#2422011-02-16T17:06:29Z2011-02-16T17:06:29Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kirth Gersen wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>For anyone engaging in armed combat: the panpipes settle into a driving chorus that psyches you up and lends energy to your efforts; you get a +1 morale bonus to attacks and damage.</span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>This is extremely awesome and hilarious to me, I want you to know. BRUTAL EXTREME PANPIPES, YO!</span>Kirth Gersen wrote:For anyone engaging in armed combat: the panpipes settle into a driving chorus that psyches you up and lends energy to your efforts; you get a +1 morale bonus to attacks and damage.
This is extremely awesome and hilarious to me, I want you to know. BRUTAL EXTREME PANPIPES, YO!Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-16T17:06:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=8?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3932011-02-16T15:32:00Z2011-02-16T15:32:00Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I believe I'll be with Cinder and Chord and the priestess. No real reason for me to head back into town, I've got everything I need on me.</span></p>
<p>Setrek has his rapier ready, as well.</p>I believe I'll be with Cinder and Chord and the priestess. No real reason for me to head back into town, I've got everything I need on me.
Setrek has his rapier ready, as well.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-16T15:32:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=8?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3762011-02-15T21:59:26Z2011-02-15T21:59:26Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I can just live with one since I'm unlikely to be a frontline fighter.</span></p>I can just live with one since I'm unlikely to be a frontline fighter.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T21:59:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=5#2382011-02-15T21:53:48Z2011-02-15T21:53:48Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Initiative: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5</span></span></p>Initiative: [dice]1d20+2[/dice]Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T21:53:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=5#2292011-02-15T20:27:40Z2011-02-15T20:27:40Z<p>"<b>Brought them the...?</b>" Kelsin looks at Vanya in horror.</p>"Brought them the...?" Kelsin looks at Vanya in horror.Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T20:27:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=8?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3742011-02-15T19:40:48Z2011-02-15T19:40:48Z<p>"<b>Dexter is right; circumstances led us here before any real exploration of the town proper could occur. There will be time-aplenty for that, though, I am certain. In the meantime perhaps we can begin a more thorough exploration of this temple fate has seen fit to place us all in? Maybe a cause for this ghostly offence can be found.</b>"</p>"Dexter is right; circumstances led us here before any real exploration of the town proper could occur. There will be time-aplenty for that, though, I am certain. In the meantime perhaps we can begin a more thorough exploration of this temple fate has seen fit to place us all in? Maybe a cause for this ghostly offence can be found."Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T19:40:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=8?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3702011-02-15T16:42:12Z2011-02-15T16:42:12Z<p>Setrek jots a quick note in his chapbook and then stuffs it back in his vest pocket before bowing to the priestess. "<b>Setrek Dalltur, madam, specializing in Lost and Found, after my fashion, and these are Dexter and Teddy, master riddle-solvers and Pathfinders, among other things.</b>"</p>Setrek jots a quick note in his chapbook and then stuffs it back in his vest pocket before bowing to the priestess. "Setrek Dalltur, madam, specializing in Lost and Found, after my fashion, and these are Dexter and Teddy, master riddle-solvers and Pathfinders, among other things."Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T16:42:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=8?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3642011-02-15T15:17:34Z2011-02-15T15:17:34Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Chord wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Cinder Spark wrote:</div><blockquote> "yes indeed lets be on our way" </blockquote>"Which way out of here if you please? I thought Setrek and Dexter said they had checked out all the doors here?" </blockquote><p>"<b>I believe our friend the sphinx intends for us to leave out the western doors, here. Dexter and I came in from the east, a path that appears now to be sealed — though I confess I am not surprised by that particular development — and we did indeed search the rest of the rooms in this space, to little discovery. Although, Haydog, had you found something in the room with the targets? I ask merely out of curiosity.</b>"Chord wrote:Cinder Spark wrote: "yes indeed lets be on our way"
"Which way out of here if you please? I thought Setrek and Dexter said they had checked out all the doors here?" "I believe our friend the sphinx intends for us to leave out the western doors, here. Dexter and I came in from the east, a path that appears now to be sealed -- though I confess I am not surprised by that particular development -- and we did indeed search the rest of the rooms in this space, to little discovery....Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T15:17:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2992011-02-15T15:11:56Z2011-02-15T15:11:56Z<p>"<b>I agree it could take some time to thoroughly search the woods. Perhaps we can set up a camp and simply begin exploring? Sleep by day, explore at night, always keep a watch, until we find a worthwhile target or at least gain sufficient intelligence to allow us to find where worthwhile targets may be, if none are to be found here.</b>"</p>"I agree it could take some time to thoroughly search the woods. Perhaps we can set up a camp and simply begin exploring? Sleep by day, explore at night, always keep a watch, until we find a worthwhile target or at least gain sufficient intelligence to allow us to find where worthwhile targets may be, if none are to be found here."Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T15:11:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=8?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3582011-02-15T06:19:58Z2011-02-15T06:19:58Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>K(Religion): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (6) + 9 = 15</span></span></p>
<p>"<b>Fine work, Dexter! I apologize I wasn't more help, but I've never had any talent for thinking around corners. Always a bit more straight ahead, me. And yes, I agree; let's definitely be on our way.</b>"</p>K(Religion): [dice]1d20+9[/dice]
"Fine work, Dexter! I apologize I wasn't more help, but I've never had any talent for thinking around corners. Always a bit more straight ahead, me. And yes, I agree; let's definitely be on our way."Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T06:19:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=5#2232011-02-15T05:46:34Z2011-02-15T05:46:34Z<p>Kelsin sits up in his seat. "<b>What! What's happening? Fight? Hu-man bashing time? I'm Defender of The Land, don't think I won't do it!</b>"</p>Kelsin sits up in his seat. "What! What's happening? Fight? Hu-man bashing time? I'm Defender of The Land, don't think I won't do it!"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-15T05:46:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Gauging Interest -- "Kirthfinder" PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/discussion&page=3#1262011-02-14T15:23:41Z2011-02-14T15:23:41Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Wyvurn wrote:</div><blockquote> I'm following the IC thread. I am assuming I am not there but still back at the bar. Just wanted to check in to let everyone know I have not disappeared. </blockquote><p>Yeah, I've pretty much given up on the Sheriff's janitor here, trying to head back your way now. :-)Wyvurn wrote:I'm following the IC thread. I am assuming I am not there but still back at the bar. Just wanted to check in to let everyone know I have not disappeared.
Yeah, I've pretty much given up on the Sheriff's janitor here, trying to head back your way now. :-)Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-14T15:23:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=7?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3442011-02-14T02:21:41Z2011-02-14T02:21:41Z<p>After pondering a bit and reviewing some older notes in his chapbook, Setrek shakes head. "<b>I feel quite certain, now I've thought about it, that this has nothing to do with Pharasma. Pity. Might have made things easier.</b>"</p>After pondering a bit and reviewing some older notes in his chapbook, Setrek shakes head. "I feel quite certain, now I've thought about it, that this has nothing to do with Pharasma. Pity. Might have made things easier."Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-14T02:21:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2942011-02-13T04:38:17Z2011-02-13T04:38:17Z<p>When the party regroups, Thral relays what he and Katani were able to glean from their brief jaunt into the woods. "<b>Based on what the rest of us were able to find out, it seems as if that's our best bet for a starting point. Why don't we take a quick break to grab a bite at one of the local eateries then set out after dark. Our party works better at night...</b>" here he glances significantly at Tristan "<b>...and I would imagine the likelihood that we will find rebels moving about would increase tremendously after nightfall. What do you all think?</b>"</p>When the party regroups, Thral relays what he and Katani were able to glean from their brief jaunt into the woods. "Based on what the rest of us were able to find out, it seems as if that's our best bet for a starting point. Why don't we take a quick break to grab a bite at one of the local eateries then set out after dark. Our party works better at night..." here he glances significantly at Tristan "...and I would imagine the likelihood that we will find rebels moving about would increase...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-13T04:38:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=7?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3402011-02-13T04:32:24Z2011-02-13T04:32:24Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Dexter Firewater wrote:</div><blockquote> "Thank you for aiding my demonstration, Chord. The bar is capable of producing fresh food, but anything that is essentially a degraded product, such as raisins, prunes, or fermented products, like alcohol, or honey, cannot be created, except in its most basic raw form in the case of alcohol. Whiskey, moonshine, and that orcish rotgut you called forth are all basically unprocessed alcohol, and therefore still technically "fresh". Degradation and fermentation are both functions of time which, based on the evidence of our time bracelets, does not function normally where we find ourselves. Precisely how this transfers itself to the answer that the good lady next door seeks I am uncertain of, but the time paradox is certainly part of it somehow. Curious that it does not effect cheese, which is created by essentially the same time based processes as alcohol; perhaps there is a difference between yeast and the bacteria used by cheese makers. I shall have to give that thought more consideration." </blockquote><p><b>"Ah, so that's the second half solved then, yes? 'Why can it serve crab, roast duck, and hen but not honey, wine, or Salted fare..." that whole bit. But now the first half? 'Where does food come from out of thin air, In a time that's never been...?' I mean, that's this place, yes? But maybe this is a reference to something in the worship of Pharasma?</b>"
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>K(Religion): <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24</span></span></p>Dexter Firewater wrote:"Thank you for aiding my demonstration, Chord. The bar is capable of producing fresh food, but anything that is essentially a degraded product, such as raisins, prunes, or fermented products, like alcohol, or honey, cannot be created, except in its most basic raw form in the case of alcohol. Whiskey, moonshine, and that orcish rotgut you called forth are all basically unprocessed alcohol, and therefore still technically "fresh". Degradation and fermentation are both...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-13T04:32:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=5#2152011-02-13T04:07:41Z2011-02-13T04:07:41Z<p>Snort lets out a huge snort, ejecting snot onto the floor. He bats at one of his ears with a front hoof. "<b>I agree with Snort.</b>" Kelsin says disgustedly. "<b>This is pointless, this guy isn't talkin'. I suppose if we want to find anything out about this guy the bandits talked about, the one who wants to find the box, we should probably go back to the...•sigh•...the bar. With the coin-chewing Chimera on the sign. Maybe Caspian's playing can win us some friends and information there.</b>"</p>Snort lets out a huge snort, ejecting snot onto the floor. He bats at one of his ears with a front hoof. "I agree with Snort." Kelsin says disgustedly. "This is pointless, this guy isn't talkin'. I suppose if we want to find anything out about this guy the bandits talked about, the one who wants to find the box, we should probably go back to the...*sigh*...the bar. With the coin-chewing Chimera on the sign. Maybe Caspian's playing can win us some friends and information there."Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-13T04:07:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=7?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3232011-02-11T19:58:14Z2011-02-11T19:58:14Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>100% agreed</span></p>100% agreedSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-11T19:58:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=7?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3202011-02-11T19:12:53Z2011-02-11T19:12:53Z<p>Setrek looks at Cinder. "<b>Of course, friend, you are correct. I forget myself sometimes. Foolish, academic arrogance. Those days should be behind me.</b>" Setrek looks at the sphinx for a moment, then backs up and leans against the wall, thinking about the riddle. He takes out his chapbook and begins scribbling notes.</p>Setrek looks at Cinder. "Of course, friend, you are correct. I forget myself sometimes. Foolish, academic arrogance. Those days should be behind me." Setrek looks at the sphinx for a moment, then backs up and leans against the wall, thinking about the riddle. He takes out his chapbook and begins scribbling notes.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-11T19:12:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=7?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3152011-02-11T17:52:46Z2011-02-11T17:52:46Z<p>"<b>Unworthy! Well I'm at least worthy enough to have opened this door, madame sphinx.</b>"</p>"Unworthy! Well I'm at least worthy enough to have opened this door, madame sphinx."Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-11T17:52:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=7?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3052011-02-11T05:11:07Z2011-02-11T05:11:07Z<p>"<b>Hmmmmmm...curiouser and curiouser. Haydog! There are many targets in here if you wish to practice marksmanship.</b>" Setrek makes a cursory search of the room, checking under the mats, behind targets, things like that. If he doesn't locate anything interesting, then he moves to the handle-less adamantine door and begins casting a spell.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception for searching the room: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9</span> Wow. Apparently I get dust in my eyes or something. Sheesh.
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Gonna try casting Knock on the adamantine door. (The one to the North, yes? Outlined in red on the map?)</span></p>"Hmmmmmm...curiouser and curiouser. Haydog! There are many targets in here if you wish to practice marksmanship." Setrek makes a cursory search of the room, checking under the mats, behind targets, things like that. If he doesn't locate anything interesting, then he moves to the handle-less adamantine door and begins casting a spell.
Perception for searching the room: [dice]1d20+8[/dice] Wow. Apparently I get dust in my eyes or something. Sheesh.
Gonna try casting Knock on the adamantine...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-11T05:11:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=7?Day-of-Bones-PbP#3022011-02-11T04:25:49Z2011-02-11T04:25:49Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>To <b>Chord:</b></span> "<b>Your name is <i>Chord</i>? Marvelous! Do you have siblings named Diad and Unison? Were your parents named Note? Notes make a Chord and all that. Although wait, that's wrong because then you'd need three parents. Two would be a diad... ACH! But never mind me, sir, I'm burbling. Jokes were never my strong suit. Terribly sorry. At any rate, it is a pleasure to meet you!</b>"</p>
<p>Observing Cinder and Haydog and Dexter eating magic food, Setrek raises an eyebrow. "<b>I'd have to say Chord here has a point, you three; eating magic food, in my experience, can lead to rather unexpected and usually unwelcome consequences. Word to the wise, is all. If Chord doesn't want them then I'll take those three scrolls you're offering, Dexter; I can certainly make use of them.</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Will add to equip list if Chord doesn't want 'em.</span></p>
<p>"<b>I must say I agree with Chord again with regards to the bracelets. I find myself hesitant to so quickly take them without engaging in the trade this riddle seems to imply is required.</b>"</p>
<p>With that, while the others are eating, Setrek will open the next door, again standing to the side, this time with his rapier ready.</p>To Chord: "Your name is Chord? Marvelous! Do you have siblings named Diad and Unison? Were your parents named Note? Notes make a Chord and all that. Although wait, that's wrong because then you'd need three parents. Two would be a diad... ACH! But never mind me, sir, I'm burbling. Jokes were never my strong suit. Terribly sorry. At any rate, it is a pleasure to meet you!"
Observing Cinder and Haydog and Dexter eating magic food, Setrek raises an eyebrow. "I'd have to say Chord here has a...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-11T04:25:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=6?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2772011-02-10T22:57:09Z2011-02-10T22:57:09Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DM-Anewor wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc> Well since you didn't say which door you wanted to open Setrek 1d3 to decide for you from left to right. </span></blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Yeah, it didn't really make a difference to me which one I tried first, so that's fine. Thanks!</span>DM-Anewor wrote: Well since you didn't say which door you wanted to open Setrek 1d3 to decide for you from left to right.
Yeah, it didn't really make a difference to me which one I tried first, so that's fine. Thanks!Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T22:57:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=6?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2732011-02-10T22:30:28Z2011-02-10T22:30:28Z<p>"<b>Well, let's start with what looks easiest, I suppose.</b>" Setrek walks to one of the plain doors, one with a handle, and looks at Haydog writhing about. "<b>My good man. Could you bring your weapons to bear, please? I'm going to try to open this door and if something is waiting to spring out I'd rather it get a face full of fire and gunpowder than a face full of my face.</b>"</p>
<p>Setrek waits for others to ready weapons, then opens the door, being sure to stand to the side so nothing can pop out at him.</p>"Well, let's start with what looks easiest, I suppose." Setrek walks to one of the plain doors, one with a handle, and looks at Haydog writhing about. "My good man. Could you bring your weapons to bear, please? I'm going to try to open this door and if something is waiting to spring out I'd rather it get a face full of fire and gunpowder than a face full of my face."
Setrek waits for others to ready weapons, then opens the door, being sure to stand to the side so nothing can pop out at him.Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T22:30:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=6?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2622011-02-10T21:59:03Z2011-02-10T21:59:03Z<p>Speaking to Cinder, Setrek says thoughtfully; "<b>Really! Fascinating.</b>" After re-sheathing his rapier Setrek takes out a chapbook and makes a couple notes of what Cinder says, notably the name of the priestess and the phrase "undead uprising." "<b>So there are troubles here, then, in this...wherever it is we really are, and they hired you to take care of it? What kind of undead have you encountered thus far? Did the priestess give you any clues as to why this may be happening, or where, exactly, these magical doors might have taken us, or be preparing to take us?</b>"</p>Speaking to Cinder, Setrek says thoughtfully; "Really! Fascinating." After re-sheathing his rapier Setrek takes out a chapbook and makes a couple notes of what Cinder says, notably the name of the priestess and the phrase "undead uprising." "So there are troubles here, then, in this...wherever it is we really are, and they hired you to take care of it? What kind of undead have you encountered thus far? Did the priestess give you any clues as to why this may be happening, or where, exactly,...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T21:59:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: "Kirthfinder" Aviona PBPKelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/KirthfinderAvionaPBP/gameplay&page=5#2092011-02-10T21:50:33Z2011-02-10T21:50:33Z<p>Kelsin shrugs. Motioning for whoever has the sword to follow him, he goes in and unceremoniously dumps the Marshal's belongings on the desk. "<b>HEL-LOOOO? ANYONE ELSE HERE?</b>" He yells up the stairs. "<b>I HAVE BIG HU-MAN'S THINGS FOR YOU!</b>"</p>Kelsin shrugs. Motioning for whoever has the sword to follow him, he goes in and unceremoniously dumps the Marshal's belongings on the desk. "HEL-LOOOO? ANYONE ELSE HERE?" He yells up the stairs. "I HAVE BIG HU-MAN'S THINGS FOR YOU!"Kelsin Illstar (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T21:50:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=6?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2582011-02-10T21:40:59Z2011-02-10T21:40:59Z<p>"<b>This bracelet has some kind of divining powers, though my own my powers of divination I fear are not up to the task of figuring out just what <i>exactly</i> it does.</b>" Setrek is speaking mostly to himself. He then looks at Haydog. "<b>My dear fellow. Fire. Really. In so enclosed a space? Dexter is correct in his estimation of the hazards of such an activity. Don't you have anything a bit more...focused? A ray or some such thing? Perhaps a good set of lockpicking tools?</b>" With that, Setrek looks to see if the doors have any visible locking mechanism he could try to pick. As he examines the lock he speaks to Cinder. "<b>No, no enemies here, unless your friend fills the room with fire, which might make anyone a bit cross. Other doors, you say? Where is it you have come from? Were you also at the inn?</b>"</p>
<p>Glancing again at Chord's flute he says "<b>You sir, with the flute. Are you a bard? A storyteller? Anything you can make out of the riddle, here? "Traded Treasure" seems straightforward but what riddle do riddle-speakers fear?</b>"</p>"This bracelet has some kind of divining powers, though my own my powers of divination I fear are not up to the task of figuring out just what exactly it does." Setrek is speaking mostly to himself. He then looks at Haydog. "My dear fellow. Fire. Really. In so enclosed a space? Dexter is correct in his estimation of the hazards of such an activity. Don't you have anything a bit more...focused? A ray or some such thing? Perhaps a good set of lockpicking tools?" With that, Setrek looks to see...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T21:40:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=5?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2492011-02-10T18:44:37Z2011-02-10T18:44:37Z<p>Eyeing the party of four warily Setrek does not raise his rapier or change his stance. He instead raises his off hand in greeting. "<b>Hello! I am Setrek Dalltur, Lost and Found is my trade. These are the Pathfinders Dexter and Teddy.</b>" He gestures at the gnome standing next to him. Setrek doesn't care if Teddy is still visible or not, he feels he deserves equal introduction. "<b>I was in my room at the Inn when there was a noise outside in the hall and this bizarre door appeared. Hearing the same noise I did, Dexter joined me after I opened the door via arcane means, and well, here we are. What brings the four of you here? Bit of tomb raiding? Some plunder? Seekers of ancient lore?</b>" Setrek looks at Chord's flute. "<b>...or just looking for an ideal acoustic space in which to hold a concert?</b>"</p>
<p>Setrek walks over to where the bracelet is, very careful not to touch anything or disturb any magical fields he can detect. After reading the riddle, he takes out his magnifying glass and inspects the bracelet as best he can. Then he steels himself and speaks clearly in celestial...</p>
<p>"<b>Qufelnl yray pel
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Neljelah fray zuo fihh
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Ub Cayonel act ub Pelanicw
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Ub Selacicw
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Ub fray I pelruht</b>"</p>
<p>...casting a detection spell to try to determine if there is anything he glean about the bracelet's arcane or divine properties, though as with all magic items he's not particularly hopeful he'll learn a whole lot. These things tended to just be washes of pure arcane or divine force and maddeningly nonspecific in their auras.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Appraise check: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 10 + 2 = 25</span></span></p>Eyeing the party of four warily Setrek does not raise his rapier or change his stance. He instead raises his off hand in greeting. "Hello! I am Setrek Dalltur, Lost and Found is my trade. These are the Pathfinders Dexter and Teddy." He gestures at the gnome standing next to him. Setrek doesn't care if Teddy is still visible or not, he feels he deserves equal introduction. "I was in my room at the Inn when there was a noise outside in the hall and this bizarre door appeared. Hearing the same...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T18:44:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=5?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2462011-02-10T15:50:17Z2011-02-10T15:50:17Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Dexter Firewater wrote:</div><blockquote> "I have what I need; one of the first things a Pathfinder learns is to be prepared at all times." </blockquote><p>"<b>Ah. Excellent. But of course.</b>" Setrek joins his new companion in looking intently around at their new surroundings, seeking not only the mundane details of how to proceed, possible dangers, possible treasure, those sorts of things, but also just any knowledge in general that might be gained from drawing breath inside a structure of such deep magic and who-knows-what-else in construction.
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15</span></span></p>Dexter Firewater wrote:"I have what I need; one of the first things a Pathfinder learns is to be prepared at all times."
"Ah. Excellent. But of course." Setrek joins his new companion in looking intently around at their new surroundings, seeking not only the mundane details of how to proceed, possible dangers, possible treasure, those sorts of things, but also just any knowledge in general that might be gained from drawing breath inside a structure of such deep magic and who-knows-what-else...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T15:50:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=5?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2432011-02-10T07:01:14Z2011-02-10T07:01:14Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Setrek regards the scorpion. He has never fully understood the rites of bonding between an arcanist and their familiars, but respects what must surely be a mutually beneficial pairing whenever he encounters such a thing. It is with sincere and grave politeness, then, that he inclines his head in greeting toward the fierce-looking little creature. "<b>Teddy. Indeed. It <i>is</i> a pleasure.</b>" Then, to Dexter: "<b>Not that this will surprise you at all, but the door is magical in nature, some divine force behind it. Given the name of the temple of Pharasma located here in town I should not be surprised to learn it is somehow entwined with her or her worshippers. The only thing that I find to be a cause for concern at the moment is that I have no idea, really, how any of these doors work. So if there's anything you left that you want to have with you, I'd recommend getting it as they could shut behind us. Never know with these sorts of things.</b>" There is a pause. "<b><i>Alchemy</i>, you say? Hmmm... I have heard of this art, but know essentially nothing about it. I anticipate a demonstration of your skills with some excitement.</b>"</p>[Spoiler omitted]
Setrek regards the scorpion. He has never fully understood the rites of bonding between an arcanist and their familiars, but respects what must surely be a mutually beneficial pairing whenever he encounters such a thing. It is with sincere and grave politeness, then, that he inclines his head in greeting toward the fierce-looking little creature. "Teddy. Indeed. It is a pleasure." Then, to Dexter: "Not that this will surprise you at all, but the door is magical in nature,...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T07:01:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=5?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2402011-02-10T05:04:57Z2011-02-10T05:04:57Z<p>"<b>Heh. Very well, Dexter it is. A pleasure. I was once a librarian, so books are my stock in trade, but when it comes to pursuing knowledge I do not make it a habit of discriminating against this or that source of learning. That being said I find I still enjoy the company of books the most and what I glean from a well-reasearched, well-written, well-edited tome tends typically to serve me best and longest. Same can't be said for martial training though, of course.</b>" He pats the handle of his rapier. "<b>How about yourself? I confess some of your spell components look familiar to me, but the rest are baffling.</b>"</p>"Heh. Very well, Dexter it is. A pleasure. I was once a librarian, so books are my stock in trade, but when it comes to pursuing knowledge I do not make it a habit of discriminating against this or that source of learning. That being said I find I still enjoy the company of books the most and what I glean from a well-reasearched, well-written, well-edited tome tends typically to serve me best and longest. Same can't be said for martial training though, of course." He pats the handle of his...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T05:04:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=4?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1912011-02-10T04:13:49Z2011-02-10T04:13:49Z<p>Huge bummer, you will be missed, but I totally understand. Gotta have things tight before you can really cool out and game it up. Take care, hope to see you back soon!</p>Huge bummer, you will be missed, but I totally understand. Gotta have things tight before you can really cool out and game it up. Take care, hope to see you back soon!Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T04:13:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=5?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2372011-02-10T04:04:28Z2011-02-10T04:04:28Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]
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Setrek watches as his neighbor (such as it is) goes through much the same process as he did not minutes before then takes stock of the fellow as he introduces himself.</p>
<p>"<b>I'm Setrek. Setrek Dalltur. Well met, sir. I'm able to pick up a few things about this door's origin, and I was able to open it at least, but <i>how</i> or <i>why</i> it got here, well...</b>" The older man mutters a few arcane words and the end of his quarterstaff lights up. <span class=messageboard-ooc>(Cast Light if there is not already decent light in the hall, which I'm assuming there isn't.)</span> "<b>...that's the kind of thing I specialize in finding out. Coming with, Mr...?</b>" He looks askance at the newcomer, seeking his name.</p>
<p>And with that, Setrek starts walking down the hall into whatever strange (extraplaner? dimensional? Hmmmm...) space is held within the stone doors.</p>[Spoiler omitted]
Setrek watches as his neighbor (such as it is) goes through much the same process as he did not minutes before then takes stock of the fellow as he introduces himself.
"I'm Setrek. Setrek Dalltur. Well met, sir. I'm able to pick up a few things about this door's origin, and I was able to open it at least, but how or why it got here, well..." The older man mutters a few arcane words and the end of his quarterstaff lights up. (Cast Light if there is not already decent light...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-10T04:04:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=5?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2262011-02-09T21:42:12Z2011-02-09T21:42:12Z<p>Setrek regards the door. His face contorts into the best fascimile of a smile he can manage. He raises one eyebrow. "<b>Fascinating.</b>" He sheathes his rapier and quickly inspects the door, looking for any clues as to its origin. <span class=messageboard-ooc>I speak Celestial, Common, Draconic, Dwarven, Elven, Abyssal and Infernal if any of those are present in writings. Can also do any K check necessary; I have ranks in all of 'em.</span></p>
<p>After gathering what info he can he quickly returns to his room. Leaving the less-than-stellar essay on the small writing table afforded him he slings his backpack and weapons on, mentally going over his spell list. He pauses to touch the simple silver ring that is on a plain steel chain around his neck, and after whispering something inaudible goes back in the hall, locking his door behind him. </p>
<p>"<b>How mellifluous! Not one day in town, on the eve of a sinisterly named local religious festival, and I don't even have to go looking for supernatural goings-on; they come to me! I like this place already, lousy local authors notwithstanding. When and if I get back I'll have to ask the innkeep if this is a common occurrence. In the meantime...</b>" After drawing and readying his rapier he moves swiftly to the new, large door and checks to see if it is unlocked.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>If the door is unlocked I will open it from a safe distance off to the side with Mage Hand or one of my 7 dailies of Telekinetic Fist if it's too heavy. If it is locked then I will instead use Knock, but still off to the side.</span></p>Setrek regards the door. His face contorts into the best fascimile of a smile he can manage. He raises one eyebrow. "Fascinating." He sheathes his rapier and quickly inspects the door, looking for any clues as to its origin. I speak Celestial, Common, Draconic, Dwarven, Elven, Abyssal and Infernal if any of those are present in writings. Can also do any K check necessary; I have ranks in all of 'em.
After gathering what info he can he quickly returns to his room. Leaving the...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-09T21:42:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Day of Bones - PbP OOCSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lrev?Day-of-Bones-PbP-OOC#452011-02-09T17:56:46Z2011-02-09T17:56:46Z<p>Build is much closer to final, still some gp to spend but I'll finish that ASAP. Really don't wanna be wandering around with so much dough. :-p</p>Build is much closer to final, still some gp to spend but I'll finish that ASAP. Really don't wanna be wandering around with so much dough. :-pSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-09T17:56:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Day of Bones - PbPSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lsh1&page=5?Day-of-Bones-PbP#2192011-02-09T17:30:22Z2011-02-09T17:30:22Z<p>Looking vaguely annoyed, Setrek sets aside the essay he is perusing <i>crap writing anyway, doesn't anyone believe in editing anymore?</i> and gets up. Hearing the voice of the lodger next door, he approaches with at least a modicum of caution, but seeing as how he is at an Inn, during the day, he's not overly alarmed.</p>
<p>Rapier in hand, he throws open his door. </p>
<p>"<b>Hello? What's going on out here? <i>Some</i> of us are engaged in quieter pursuits than Loxos dancing in the halls, which is by way of saying 'do you mind? I'm trying to read.'</b>"</p>Looking vaguely annoyed, Setrek sets aside the essay he is perusing crap writing anyway, doesn't anyone believe in editing anymore? and gets up. Hearing the voice of the lodger next door, he approaches with at least a modicum of caution, but seeing as how he is at an Inn, during the day, he's not overly alarmed.
Rapier in hand, he throws open his door.
"Hello? What's going on out here? Some of us are engaged in quieter pursuits than Loxos dancing in the halls, which is by way of saying 'do...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-09T17:30:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: A New Beginning OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerNewBeginnings/discussion&page=16#7562011-02-09T08:09:24Z2011-02-09T08:09:24Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DM Barcas wrote:</div><blockquote> Well, my application is in! Hopefully I will hear in the next few weeks about transferring divisions. </blockquote><p>Fingers crossed for ya, man. :-DDM Barcas wrote:Well, my application is in! Hopefully I will hear in the next few weeks about transferring divisions.
Fingers crossed for ya, man. :-Ddownrightamazed2011-02-09T08:09:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Day of Bones - PbP OOCSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lrev?Day-of-Bones-PbP-OOC#392011-02-09T03:20:29Z2011-02-09T03:20:29Z<p>...aaaannnnd this is downrightamazed as Setrek Dalltur. Wizard 5/ Rogue 2. Stats done, basic bio is in the profile. I'm working on everything else right now. Hope to be ready to go by morning.</p>
<p>Hi everyone! :-)</p>...aaaannnnd this is downrightamazed as Setrek Dalltur. Wizard 5/ Rogue 2. Stats done, basic bio is in the profile. I'm working on everything else right now. Hope to be ready to go by morning.
Hi everyone! :-)Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-09T03:20:29ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: LF One Replacement - Day of Bones PFRPGSetrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lul3?LF-One-Replacement-Day-of-Bones-PFRPG#112011-02-09T03:18:30Z2011-02-09T03:18:30Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">DM-Anewor wrote:</div><blockquote> Ok, go for it you two - and with that we'll call recruiting closed for now </blockquote><p>You got it! This is Downrightamazed as Setrak. I'll post in OOC in just a sec...DM-Anewor wrote:Ok, go for it you two - and with that we'll call recruiting closed for now
You got it! This is Downrightamazed as Setrak. I'll post in OOC in just a sec...Setrek Dalltur (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-09T03:18:30ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: LF One Replacement - Day of Bones PFRPGdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lul3?LF-One-Replacement-Day-of-Bones-PFRPG#92011-02-08T19:20:07Z2011-02-08T19:20:07Z<p>I'm noticing a lack of Arcane horsepower in the group, yes? Buncha fighters, couple divine casters, I'd like to put forth a rogue scholar type: Wizard 5/Rogue 2 OR if you'd prefer, Wizard 5/Ranger 2 if you want greater differentiation in the BAB progressions.</p>
<p>Setrak Dalltur - fierce autodidact, travels from town to town offering to help solve mysteries, settle disputes, find that which is lost, lose that which people wish to forget, solve problems. Older human male, lost his family in a raid on his city, and after a month of mourning realized he could no longer justify his comfortable academic's lifestyle knowing how brutal and short life is. </p>
<p>He sold all his belongings, packed his remaining things, and began wandering.</p>I'm noticing a lack of Arcane horsepower in the group, yes? Buncha fighters, couple divine casters, I'd like to put forth a rogue scholar type: Wizard 5/Rogue 2 OR if you'd prefer, Wizard 5/Ranger 2 if you want greater differentiation in the BAB progressions.
Setrak Dalltur - fierce autodidact, travels from town to town offering to help solve mysteries, settle disputes, find that which is lost, lose that which people wish to forget, solve problems. Older human male, lost his family in a raid...downrightamazed2011-02-08T19:20:07ZRe: Forums: Gamer Connection: LF One Replacement - Day of Bones PFRPGdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lul3?LF-One-Replacement-Day-of-Bones-PFRPG#32011-02-08T16:44:58Z2011-02-08T16:44:58Z<p>Definitely interested. I'm in a couple PbPs and am DMing three others (all very active) as DM Downrightamazed, so I'm in it for the long haul on anything I join. :-)</p>
<p>Looking at OOC and IC right now, will concept later today.</p>Definitely interested. I'm in a couple PbPs and am DMing three others (all very active) as DM Downrightamazed, so I'm in it for the long haul on anything I join. :-)
Looking at OOC and IC right now, will concept later today.downrightamazed2011-02-08T16:44:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Barcas - Kingmaker: A New Beginning OOCdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/DMBarcasKingmakerNewBeginnings/discussion&page=15#7442011-02-08T01:03:09Z2011-02-08T01:03:09Z<p>Yeah! Good luck, sir! Sending good vibes your way.</p>Yeah! Good luck, sir! Sending good vibes your way.downrightamazed2011-02-08T01:03:09ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Shadows of Aris - Homebrew Campaign LFPThral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/ShadowsOfAris/recruiting&page=9#4082011-11-27T11:57:42Z2011-02-04T06:15:36Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Severed Ronin wrote:</div><blockquote> Sprints followed by Bunny Hops, followed by Toe Taps, followed by Bunny Hop Pushups, followed by Medicine Ball Lunges, followed by Medicine Ball Squats, followed by Zig-Zag Sprints (or Jukes or Cross Sprints or whatever you call them. I call them Jukes.) followed by more Sprints. Then you lather, rinse, repeat 3 times, and finish it all up with a 2-Mile Run. </blockquote><p>Dayumn. Aptly named for a number of reasons, I reckon.Severed Ronin wrote:Sprints followed by Bunny Hops, followed by Toe Taps, followed by Bunny Hop Pushups, followed by Medicine Ball Lunges, followed by Medicine Ball Squats, followed by Zig-Zag Sprints (or Jukes or Cross Sprints or whatever you call them. I call them Jukes.) followed by more Sprints. Then you lather, rinse, repeat 3 times, and finish it all up with a 2-Mile Run.
Dayumn. Aptly named for a number of reasons, I reckon.Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-04T06:15:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2862011-02-03T20:23:11Z2011-02-03T20:23:11Z<p><b>@Ronin: </b> <span class=messageboard-ooc>I agree with the timeframe Katani put forth i.e, 2 hours in, 2 hours back, as best we can time it. Thral honestly doesn't expect to run into any rebels, he just wants to look for signs of them to verify anyone aside from casual tourists even uses the woods; light footprints, signs of treetop-to-treetop travel or travel in unorthodox or secret ways, things rebels would do to remain undetected. His goal is to find enough signs to justify a return trip with the whole team. So, also, even if Thral finds tracks, he's not going to bother following them, just try to determine how old.
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So basically just pure fact-finding, really.
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Perception for finding stuff: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27</span>
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Survival for gauging how recent tracks, etc. are: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11</span></span></p>@Ronin: I agree with the timeframe Katani put forth i.e, 2 hours in, 2 hours back, as best we can time it. Thral honestly doesn't expect to run into any rebels, he just wants to look for signs of them to verify anyone aside from casual tourists even uses the woods; light footprints, signs of treetop-to-treetop travel or travel in unorthodox or secret ways, things rebels would do to remain undetected. His goal is to find enough signs to justify a return trip with the whole team. So, also,...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-03T20:23:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=4?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1672011-02-03T17:44:48Z2011-02-03T17:44:48Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tristan Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote> Huh...I thought it would have involved blood...Katani has a greater blood lust than Tristan does and it is part of his nature. ;) Also for DRA you still have an email from me. </blockquote><p>Yup! Got it. I'm just slower to reply while I'm at the day job 'cos I'm mobile. No GMail access through the proxy here.
<p><b>@Katani: </b>I just hope you're not so busy flirting you miss some tracks or something. ;-)</p>Tristan Delacroix wrote:Huh...I thought it would have involved blood...Katani has a greater blood lust than Tristan does and it is part of his nature. ;) Also for DRA you still have an email from me.
Yup! Got it. I'm just slower to reply while I'm at the day job 'cos I'm mobile. No GMail access through the proxy here. @Katani: I just hope you're not so busy flirting you miss some tracks or something. ;-)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-03T17:44:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2782011-02-03T04:56:59Z2011-02-03T04:56:59Z<p>Thral double-checks his gear and follows Katani towards the woods.</p>Thral double-checks his gear and follows Katani towards the woods.Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-03T04:56:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: The Legacy of Marianasu - DM Downrightamazeddownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/TheLegacyOfMarianasuDMDownrightamazed/gameplay&page=11#5072011-02-02T22:53:15Z2011-02-02T22:53:15Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Dolo Luckbender wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">DM Downrightamazed wrote:</div><blockquote> <b>@Dolo: </b>Apparently, there is to be no sleep for you. A strange, metallic clacking and crinkling noise is approaching, seeming to come from all around. </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Does the mettalic clacking sound familiar - like a ruinstorm or the living metal from the ritual? Is there a knowledge skill or perception check I can make on this? Do I see anything? </span>
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</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>It sounds <i>exactly</i> like the Metallum Aeternum from the ritual. Give me a Perception check and a K(Arcana) check please.</span>
<p>You hear a voice that sounds like metal scraping against rock, it is painful to hear. It always sounds like it is coming from behind your ears, somehow. "<b>llllluuuckbennnnderrrrrr...givvvve usssss baaaaaack ourrrrrrsseelllllvessssssss...</b>"</p>Dolo Luckbender wrote:DM Downrightamazed wrote: @Dolo: Apparently, there is to be no sleep for you. A strange, metallic clacking and crinkling noise is approaching, seeming to come from all around.
Does the mettalic clacking sound familiar - like a ruinstorm or the living metal from the ritual? Is there a knowledge skill or perception check I can make on this? Do I see anything?
It sounds exactly like the Metallum Aeternum from the ritual. Give me a Perception check and a K(Arcana) check...downrightamazed2011-02-02T22:53:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2692011-02-02T22:29:04Z2011-02-02T22:29:04Z<p>"<b>I suppose we can split up, maybe just scout things out for now and then meet somewhere at nightfall to discuss our options. My natural tendency is to suggest that I visit the woods with Katani, even if just because I'll be more comfortable there. I can imagine Luc and Ninn would probably be much better at getting information from locals and people at temples than Katani and I would, anyway.
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Tristan, Zero, my lady Aria, what are your preferences?</b>"</p>"I suppose we can split up, maybe just scout things out for now and then meet somewhere at nightfall to discuss our options. My natural tendency is to suggest that I visit the woods with Katani, even if just because I'll be more comfortable there. I can imagine Luc and Ninn would probably be much better at getting information from locals and people at temples than Katani and I would, anyway.
Tristan, Zero, my lady Aria, what are your preferences?"Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-02T22:29:04ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Shadows of Aris - Homebrew Campaign LFPThral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/campaigns/ShadowsOfAris/recruiting&page=9#4052011-11-27T11:57:42Z2011-02-02T16:39:39Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Severed Ronin wrote:</div><blockquote> I'll be updating sometime today, guys and gals, as I've recently gone back to work after having two weeks of leave. Anyways, I'll try to update as soon as body stops aching from last night's workout smoke session our Flight Chief gave us. </blockquote><p>Heh. Word up. Hope your leave was fun. What's a Smoke Session?Severed Ronin wrote:I'll be updating sometime today, guys and gals, as I've recently gone back to work after having two weeks of leave. Anyways, I'll try to update as soon as body stops aching from last night's workout smoke session our Flight Chief gave us.
Heh. Word up. Hope your leave was fun. What's a Smoke Session?Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-02T16:39:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2632011-02-02T05:28:15Z2011-02-02T05:28:15Z<p>Thral watches from the back of the party as the three women embrace and exchange words in a language he doesn't understand. In the end, they all seem quite happy, even Katani. </p>
<p>Katani. Thral sighs. It did his heart good to see the fierce barbarian warrior happy; certainly she deserved it. He hated having to bring any kind of sadness to anyone's heart, especially a heart so scarred as hers, but his life's path is set for the time being, and he must walk the road laid before him. After that, indeed as he said to Katani not two minutes ago, who knew what the future held. Isaura only, he was sure.</p>
<p><i>And, really...</i> Thral thinks to himself <i>Why me? Surely one as lovely and fierce as herself could find some strapping, hulking man more able to keep up with her. But then I suppose when the heart is involved, everything goes right into the breakers doesn't it?</i></p>
<p>Absently, he takes Look-First out of its sheath and practices off-hand strikes as they walk. Part of the beauty of <i>Þannig vindur</i> is one can practice it while actively journeying since movement is an essential requirement for any given <i>mynd</i> to work. Spinning and swinging the short sword, he brings up the rear of the party, more than content to let Katani and Aria and Ninn lead the way.</p>Thral watches from the back of the party as the three women embrace and exchange words in a language he doesn't understand. In the end, they all seem quite happy, even Katani.
Katani. Thral sighs. It did his heart good to see the fierce barbarian warrior happy; certainly she deserved it. He hated having to bring any kind of sadness to anyone's heart, especially a heart so scarred as hers, but his life's path is set for the time being, and he must walk the road laid before him. After that,...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-02T05:28:15ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2302011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-02-02T05:09:07Z<p>Gonna go with Azami. Uriel and Shuriken you're on deck as alternates. Thanks again everybody!</p>Gonna go with Azami. Uriel and Shuriken you're on deck as alternates. Thanks again everybody!downrightamazed2011-02-02T05:09:07ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2292011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-02-02T01:54:55Z<p>Looking at these builds right now guys, thanks for posting!</p>Looking at these builds right now guys, thanks for posting!downrightamazed2011-02-02T01:54:55ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2212011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-02-01T16:31:32Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Uriel393 wrote:</div><blockquote> I assume that the D3+15/D10+6 stats are set? Meaning that< keep the 7, and can't sub out one of the 4D6 rolls (I'm ok with this, no big deal, if that is the case). </blockquote><p>You can drop the 7, you just need to re-roll it the same way. You're correct in that you cannot sub in a 4d6 roll for a 1d10+6 roll. But since it's your lowest attribute, it's totally legal to drop it.Uriel393 wrote:I assume that the D3+15/D10+6 stats are set? Meaning that< keep the 7, and can't sub out one of the 4D6 rolls (I'm ok with this, no big deal, if that is the case).
You can drop the 7, you just need to re-roll it the same way. You're correct in that you cannot sub in a 4d6 roll for a 1d10+6 roll. But since it's your lowest attribute, it's totally legal to drop it.downrightamazed2011-02-01T16:31:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2532011-02-01T16:07:08Z2011-02-01T16:07:08Z<p>Thral laughs softly. "<b>I have no problem following someone who knows where they're going, as our friend Katani seems to.</b>" Thral smiles at the Dhampir. "<b>As for master Arkenstol, any shiny ornament that can wield a sword like he does is fine with me.</b>"</p>Thral laughs softly. "I have no problem following someone who knows where they're going, as our friend Katani seems to." Thral smiles at the Dhampir. "As for master Arkenstol, any shiny ornament that can wield a sword like he does is fine with me."Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-01T16:07:08ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2192011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-02-01T15:55:03Z<p><b>@Uriel: </b>Hey man, welcome! Couple things: characters in this game start at 6th level, so you got room to maneuver in the build. </p>
<p>Review everything that's in the first post on this thread to make sure you're cool with it, and then you'll maybe want to read <a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/playByPost/mistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>what's in the IC thread thus far</a></b> to see if you like what you see. If after doing this stuff you still want in, post some fluff for me and mechanics to back it up and we'll see where we're at. Right now I'm...well, basically not quite full. I can leave the party at its current number, but can be swayed by a really cool build. :-)</p>@Uriel: Hey man, welcome! Couple things: characters in this game start at 6th level, so you got room to maneuver in the build.
Review everything that's in the first post on this thread to make sure you're cool with it, and then you'll maybe want to read what's in the IC thread thus far to see if you like what you see. If after doing this stuff you still want in, post some fluff for me and mechanics to back it up and we'll see where we're at. Right now I'm...well, basically not quite full. I...downrightamazed2011-02-01T15:55:03ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2182011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-02-01T15:41:31Z<p><b>@Niel: </b>Psionic Fox is right, mate; I don't have a problem with any of that, and I love your build of San Pen. <b><a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/playByPostDiscussion/mistsOfWarOOCDMDownrightamazed47gjp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Please head over to the OOC thread</a></b> and say hi, and we'll finalize the details of how you'll fit in. In particular I love Tokine's idea that you and she would be friends. Let's shore it up and get you inserted into things.</p>@Niel: Psionic Fox is right, mate; I don't have a problem with any of that, and I love your build of San Pen. Please head over to the OOC thread and say hi, and we'll finalize the details of how you'll fit in. In particular I love Tokine's idea that you and she would be friends. Let's shore it up and get you inserted into things.downrightamazed2011-02-01T15:41:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=6?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2512011-02-01T15:15:52Z2011-02-01T15:15:52Z<p>Thral shrugs and falls into step with the others as Katani starts out and takes the lead. He rolls the maps back up into a small scroll case.</p>Thral shrugs and falls into step with the others as Katani starts out and takes the lead. He rolls the maps back up into a small scroll case.Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-02-01T15:15:52ZRe: Forums/Gamer Life: General Discussion: Most tedious short period played out over a long period...downrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lr5d?Most-tedious-short-period-played-out-over-a#282011-02-01T04:18:19Z2011-02-01T04:18:19Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">niel wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Mikhaila wrote:</div><blockquote><p>niel wrote:
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A year and a half ago I joined an ongoing high level Spelljammer game. At present we are spread between levels 15 and 19 with 7 players. We run about 2 or 3 sessions of planning and checking on NPC's for each session of combat. </p>
<p>How do you handle tactical combat in spelljammer? If you do. That's a big deal for the current game I'm running and I'd like some input on it.</blockquote>I joined at 15th lvl. By that time the PC's ship had an invisibility enchantment so I never saw a tactical encounter. As far as I can tell, previously, the tactical aspect was just handwaved. Sorry. </blockquote><p>I apologize for jumping in on this thread but I'm trying to contact Niel; sir, if you are still interested in joining my Pathfinder PBP with your Xorn PC, I would love to have you. I had a drop and you are my first alternate. <a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/playByPostDiscussion/mistsOfWarOOCDMDownrightamazed47gjp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Stop by the IC thread</b></a> if you've any interest, please. Thanks!niel wrote:Mikhaila wrote:niel wrote:
A year and a half ago I joined an ongoing high level Spelljammer game. At present we are spread between levels 15 and 19 with 7 players. We run about 2 or 3 sessions of planning and checking on NPC's for each session of combat. How do you handle tactical combat in spelljammer? If you do. That's a big deal for the current game I'm running and I'd like some input on it.
I joined at 15th lvl. By that time the PC's ship had an invisibility enchantment so I...downrightamazed2011-02-01T04:18:19ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2142011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-02-01T01:59:53Z<p><b>@Niel/San Pen: </b> You still out there? I had someone drop out and you are my #1 alternate. If you're still interested, I'd love to have you on board, sir.</p>@Niel/San Pen: You still out there? I had someone drop out and you are my #1 alternate. If you're still interested, I'd love to have you on board, sir.downrightamazed2011-02-01T01:59:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=4?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1612011-01-31T21:45:30Z2011-01-31T21:45:30Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:</div><blockquote> We could certainly use the arcane hitting power... that is something we are woefully lacking... </blockquote><p>I agree. Well, that's probably obvious, but still. :-)Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:We could certainly use the arcane hitting power... that is something we are woefully lacking...
I agree. Well, that's probably obvious, but still. :-)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-31T21:45:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=4?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1592011-01-31T20:48:55Z2011-01-31T20:48:55Z<p>Hey <b>Ronin</b> (and eveybody, actually); is Loren still joining back up? Haven't seen him. If not — and hopefully this isn't presumptuous — I have a good friend who is an awesome gamer and has been following this thread and really wants to get in on the action. She's one of my players in one of my IRL games so I can vouche that she really knows what she's doing and is a dynamite player. She's got a level 7 female elf sorcerer with the protean bloodline built and ready to rock, which could bring us some sweet, additional arcane firepower. She's already on the boards so if you're interested, just lemme know and I can have her make a profile. We could meet her en route to the lake or something, maybe.</p>
<p>Anyway, just a suggestion/question, totally not trying to step on toes or anything if Loren is in fact coming back. Lemme know what y'all think.
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:-)</p>Hey Ronin (and eveybody, actually); is Loren still joining back up? Haven't seen him. If not -- and hopefully this isn't presumptuous -- I have a good friend who is an awesome gamer and has been following this thread and really wants to get in on the action. She's one of my players in one of my IRL games so I can vouche that she really knows what she's doing and is a dynamite player. She's got a level 7 female elf sorcerer with the protean bloodline built and ready to rock, which could bring...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-31T20:48:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=5?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2472011-01-30T21:00:02Z2011-01-30T21:00:02Z<p>With everyone assembled, Thral smiles at the group and starts walking. "<b>I spent time looking over the map, friends, so I at least have the first part of the journey down. Let us begin!</b>"</p>With everyone assembled, Thral smiles at the group and starts walking. "I spent time looking over the map, friends, so I at least have the first part of the journey down. Let us begin!"Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-30T21:00:02ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2132011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T07:38:56Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote> I'll be rioght at that thread for discussion - just reviewing stats. Choices and prose are all done. Just making sure he's tidy and awaiting your scrutiny, GMsama. </blockquote><p>[Spoiler omitted]Steven T. Helt wrote:I'll be rioght at that thread for discussion - just reviewing stats. Choices and prose are all done. Just making sure he's tidy and awaiting your scrutiny, GMsama.
[Spoiler omitted]downrightamazed2011-01-30T07:38:56ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2122011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T07:38:55Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote> I'll be rioght at that thread for discussion - just reviewing stats. Choices and prose are all done. Just making sure he's tidy and awaiting your scrutiny, GMsama. </blockquote><p>[Spoiler omitted]Steven T. Helt wrote:I'll be rioght at that thread for discussion - just reviewing stats. Choices and prose are all done. Just making sure he's tidy and awaiting your scrutiny, GMsama.
[Spoiler omitted]downrightamazed2011-01-30T07:38:55ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2082011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T06:38:36Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Sieg Oshagairea wrote:</div><blockquote> The shadow asp dojo in the plane of shadows. Also DRA do you want Rose to use ancestral weapon? Have it work as is from paladin's divine bond? I was thinking a flat +1 to attack/damage or just damage or attack or something that goes up every 5 lvls so it would be a +5 at 20 not sure how ths works balance wise but I don't see a couple extra points being game breaking but I could be wrong. </blockquote><p>Hmmm...put this in the OOC thread, let's talk about it there.Sieg Oshagairea wrote:The shadow asp dojo in the plane of shadows. Also DRA do you want Rose to use ancestral weapon? Have it work as is from paladin's divine bond? I was thinking a flat +1 to attack/damage or just damage or attack or something that goes up every 5 lvls so it would be a +5 at 20 not sure how ths works balance wise but I don't see a couple extra points being game breaking but I could be wrong.
Hmmm...put this in the OOC thread, let's talk about it there.downrightamazed2011-01-30T06:38:36ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2032011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T05:55:44Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote><p> I am almost done. I'd like to ask permission for <i>boots of striding and springing</i>. The PFRPG ninja gets no speed bonus, so this helps me keep my expectations. Its price is 5,500, a bit over the amount you limited me to.</p>
<p>As an added bonus, it pretty much gets me finished. </blockquote><p>5,500 is too high. Sorry man. :-/Steven T. Helt wrote:I am almost done. I'd like to ask permission for boots of striding and springing. The PFRPG ninja gets no speed bonus, so this helps me keep my expectations. Its price is 5,500, a bit over the amount you limited me to.
As an added bonus, it pretty much gets me finished.
5,500 is too high. Sorry man. :-/downrightamazed2011-01-30T05:55:44ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=5#2012011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T04:46:36Z<p>Yeah, like I said, it works for me.</p>Yeah, like I said, it works for me.downrightamazed2011-01-30T04:46:36ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1992011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T04:34:50Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Heya - would it be acceptible for the Martial Stalker feat from 3.5 to apply to samurai and ninja classes, given our setting? I don't need the AC bonus, since the PFRPG ninja doesn't have that feature. I am just looking for samurai and ninja to cooperate better, and I'd like to spend a feat to make it worthwhile. I ask because I think I saw a few backwards compatible mechanics on other builds. I'm happy to choose something else if you require.</p>
<p>Edit: I'm willing to forever give up the mount feature (there's talk in the playtest about making the mount optional) for either the Ancestral Relic feat (a benefit of previous samurai classes and not unlike the divine bond alternative), or for the following text for Martial Stalker for your campaign only:</p>
<p><b>Martial Stalker</b> Your samurai and ninja levels stack for the purpose of determining the size of your <i>ki</i> pool. Your samurai and ninja levels also stack for the purpose of qualifying for feats that require a minimum fighter level feat.</p>
<p>I'll throw out both mount and mounted archery for both abilities, if it pleases you. : }
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</blockquote><p>I think that's cool, go ahead with that. I'm down with swapping things out for cool builds.Steven T. Helt wrote:Heya - would it be acceptible for the Martial Stalker feat from 3.5 to apply to samurai and ninja classes, given our setting? I don't need the AC bonus, since the PFRPG ninja doesn't have that feature. I am just looking for samurai and ninja to cooperate better, and I'd like to spend a feat to make it worthwhile. I ask because I think I saw a few backwards compatible mechanics on other builds. I'm happy to choose something else if you require.
Edit: I'm willing to...downrightamazed2011-01-30T04:34:50ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1972011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T02:48:16Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote> Heya - would it be acceptible for the Martial Stalker feat from 3.5 to apply to samurai and ninja classes, given our setting? I don't need the AC bonus, since the PFRPG ninja doesn't have that feature. I am just looking for samurai and ninja to cooperate better, and I'd like to spend a feat to make it worthwhile. I ask because I think I saw a few backwards compatible mechanics on other builds. I'm happy to choose something else if you require. </blockquote><p>This is cool, go for it!Steven T. Helt wrote:Heya - would it be acceptible for the Martial Stalker feat from 3.5 to apply to samurai and ninja classes, given our setting? I don't need the AC bonus, since the PFRPG ninja doesn't have that feature. I am just looking for samurai and ninja to cooperate better, and I'd like to spend a feat to make it worthwhile. I ask because I think I saw a few backwards compatible mechanics on other builds. I'm happy to choose something else if you require.
This is cool, go for it!downrightamazed2011-01-30T02:48:16ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1952011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-30T01:28:42Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote> I apologize. I had an epically bad personal and business day yesterday. I am back on the plan, no one is dead (that doesn't need to be). Full build coming as you read this. </blockquote><p>Ouch, man, I hope everything is okay...?
<p>Other than that, coolness! I'm running an IRL game tonight but will keep checking in.</p>Steven T. Helt wrote:I apologize. I had an epically bad personal and business day yesterday. I am back on the plan, no one is dead (that doesn't need to be). Full build coming as you read this.
Ouch, man, I hope everything is okay...? Other than that, coolness! I'm running an IRL game tonight but will keep checking in.downrightamazed2011-01-30T01:28:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=5?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2332011-01-30T00:09:47Z2011-01-30T00:09:47Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Good morning to thee Warrior Thral... did you sleep well last night? I ... came by your room last night... but... you had seemed... unappreciative of my... forwardness yesterday... please accept my apology! I did not mean to offend... but I do find thee... most comely... and would dearly enjoy your... intimate company.</p>
<p>My people are a bold and upfront people... we see something we desire... we are not shy about pursuit of it. Sometimes... I forget my place and fail to ... respect other people's more subtle and different courting mores. My apologies - please... I would...value your friendship and more... but at your pace if... necessary...! Perhaps... you may find something to your... liking when you know me better?"</blockquote><p>Thral regards the beautiful human. He smiles, and there is no coldness in his eyes, no rejection, just a certain...resignation. "<b>Warrior Katani, it is wonderful to see you. I did not know it was you at my door last night. You flatter me unduly with your attentions. I am certain I am not deserving.</b>" As he speaks, Thral takes note of Ninn, Tristan, Aria, and Zero approaching. <i>All that remains is Luc. I hope he will show up today...</i>
<p>Looking back at Katani, he continues; "<b>I am not offended by your ways, merely taken aback. I have long been away from civilization, working with a few companions in the deep woods of Tomo, and as such am unused to any mannerisms not found in that small group. You are indeed quite beautiful, a marvelous, er,'specimen', and a powerful warrior. I am glad to have you fighting at my side. But as to your other...needs...I fear I cannot currently satisfy them. You see, I am a Journeyman of <i>Þannig vindur</i>, the sacred martial art of my people, the Way of Wind, and the blood of Isaura runs in my blood. As a Journeyman, I must remain chaste for ten years; I may take no spouse, and lay with no one, until that time is done. I have four years left as a Journeyman, then I may return to take the tests, and if I pass I will be a master and may seek my own fortune wherever..."</b> at this he claps his hand on Katani's shoulder in a comradely gesture, "<b>...or with <i>whomever</i> that may be. So please. Take no offense at my demurrals, I do not think ill of you or your ways, as I said, I am glad to be in your company. As we adventure together and learn more, who knows what bonds may arise. But as I respect your ways, I ask that you respect mine. I must complete my term as Journeyman, or fully half of my life will have been wasted.</b>" He smiles warmly at the northlander, inclining his head. He then turns to greet the rest of the group, or at least those that have arrived. "<b>Tristan and Zero, Aria, Ninn; excellent to see you all. Any word from our Templar friend?</b>"</p>Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:Good morning to thee Warrior Thral... did you sleep well last night? I ... came by your room last night... but... you had seemed... unappreciative of my... forwardness yesterday... please accept my apology! I did not mean to offend... but I do find thee... most comely... and would dearly enjoy your... intimate company.
My people are a bold and upfront people... we see something we desire... we are not shy about pursuit of it. Sometimes... I forget my place and fail...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-30T00:09:47ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1902011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-29T05:39:16Z<p><b>First things first</b>; I want to thank everyone who submitted builds and went through all this. I really really appreciate all your time. If I didn't pick you, please don't take it personally. I have a pretty wide set of metrics players have to succeed in, and I had some really terrific options here.</p>
<p>Okay! So as usual I'm choosing more than I thought I would 'cos of all the coolness going on here, but I still have <b>ONE SPOT LEFT</b> I'm considering folks for. Waiting for that last build (<b>Steven, where you at, man?</b>) before I finalize.</p>
<p>In the meantime, I've made some decisions. <b>The following people can report to </b><a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/playByPostDiscussion/mistsOfWarOOCDMDownrightamazed47gjp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>the OOC thread</b></a> <b>whenever they have a moment</b>. Chat with your fellow players, get to know each other, etc. Game will start Monday. Please post any new questions you have for me in that thread going forward. </p>
<p>(Looks like the boards freaked out or something and added my OOC thread three times. Heh. Two of 'em are blank, so obviously use the one I linked above, <a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/playByPostDiscussion/mistsOfWarOOCDMDownrightamazed47gjp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>the one with content in it</b></a>.)</p>
<p><b>These players have been selected:</b>
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Meowzebub as Tokine Nagano, Cleric of Shelyn
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Psionic Fox as Kyras Erodel, Power Word Sorcerer
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Zain Ashvale as Daveth Ashvale, Half-Erinyes Rogue
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ChibiAmy as Shan Chongde, Magus</p>First things first; I want to thank everyone who submitted builds and went through all this. I really really appreciate all your time. If I didn't pick you, please don't take it personally. I have a pretty wide set of metrics players have to succeed in, and I had some really terrific options here.
Okay! So as usual I'm choosing more than I thought I would 'cos of all the coolness going on here, but I still have ONE SPOT LEFT I'm considering folks for. Waiting for that last build (Steven,...downrightamazed2011-01-29T05:39:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=5?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2272011-01-29T02:37:08Z2011-01-29T02:37:08Z<p>Thral, hearing footsteps pause outside his door, does not rise from bed, but electricity begins to crackle around his right hand, which he aims at the door. His elemental bloodline, conferred on his ancestors who-knew-how-many generations ago by Isaura, blessed him not only with speed and swiftness, but also with the elemental ability to generate lightning from his very body. Not knowing what threats may still be around in Ren, or who may have followed from the Great Hall, he had to be ready.</p>
<p>Fortunately, after just a moment, the footsteps continue on, and Thral lets the lightning subside, arcing back through him and out into the atmosphere. He makes sure his swords are within grasping distance, and sleeps.</p>
<p>The next day he rises, early as always, and after a quick breakfast heads into the city to get some supplies. Most are basic; trail rations, maps, blessed water and the like, but he also stops at the magic shop as directed by Nevas in order to procure a couple more healing potions. "<b>Better safe than sorry.</b>" He says to himself. </p>
<p>After making his purchases, Thral heads to the city gates just as the morning sun is clearing the horizon, in order to await his new companions.</p>Thral, hearing footsteps pause outside his door, does not rise from bed, but electricity begins to crackle around his right hand, which he aims at the door. His elemental bloodline, conferred on his ancestors who-knew-how-many generations ago by Isaura, blessed him not only with speed and swiftness, but also with the elemental ability to generate lightning from his very body. Not knowing what threats may still be around in Ren, or who may have followed from the Great Hall, he had to be
...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-29T02:37:08ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1862011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T23:58:28Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Shan Chongde wrote:</div><blockquote> •• spoiler omitted ••... </blockquote><p>Terrific! Thanks so much!
<p>Just waiting on one last thing now, then I can make my final call. Thank you all so much for your patience with me on this, I hate keeping folks waiting.</p>Shan Chongde wrote:** spoiler omitted **...
Terrific! Thanks so much! Just waiting on one last thing now, then I can make my final call. Thank you all so much for your patience with me on this, I hate keeping folks waiting.downrightamazed2011-01-28T23:58:28ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1832011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T21:22:53Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Daveth Ashvale wrote:</div><blockquote> Good afternoon(or evening/morning depending on where you are) everyone ^_^, Hey Downrightamazed, is there anything else I should work on for Daveth? A friend of mine is actually going to do a drawing of him for me so hopefully I'll have that soon :D! </blockquote><p>Heh. It's afternoon here. 3:19 CST. :-) Character drawings are cool! Love to see it.
<p>I'm planning on announcing the final roster tonight. I'm 100% sure on a couple spots, kinda sure on a couple more, and waiting on stuff from Steven and ChibiAmy yet to help me decide, though I'm pretty solid on everyone else's build. Thanks for checking in!</p>Daveth Ashvale wrote:Good afternoon(or evening/morning depending on where you are) everyone ^_^, Hey Downrightamazed, is there anything else I should work on for Daveth? A friend of mine is actually going to do a drawing of him for me so hopefully I'll have that soon :D!
Heh. It's afternoon here. 3:19 CST. :-) Character drawings are cool! Love to see it. I'm planning on announcing the final roster tonight. I'm 100% sure on a couple spots, kinda sure on a couple more, and waiting on stuff...downrightamazed2011-01-28T21:22:53ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1812011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T20:56:50Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]downrightamazed2011-01-28T20:56:50ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1802011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T18:26:24Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kyras Erodel wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Okay, the build is here in the profile. I just need to add his Power Words and gear, which I'll do when I get home from work in about three hours.</p>
<p>I'm not looking for plot-spoilers, but would being the son of a black or white dragon come up more often in the plot? Because I'd like some (however slight) plot relevance there.</p>
<p>•• spoiler omitted •• </blockquote><p>You know that's an interesting question. I guess, when I think about it, in the bajillion twisted plots in the stories based in The Land, being a son of a Metallic, Red, or Blue dragon would actually come up with greater frequency. The whites rarely leave their arctic stronghold, and are mostly engaged in defending it from Black Dragonflight incursions. No honor among thieves, that sort of thing. Being descended from a black dragon could add some juicy bits, but they'd be (pardon the pun) all black and white; all free people fear and despise the black dragons, while the dark races and the beloved of Lamashtu worship them, there's not much emotional interest or moral tug-of-war there.
<p>The metallic dragons, however, have a million things going on, are all banded together against the enemy, and it's possible you will meet not only your parent, but friends of said parent. They're working together from all possible angles to defeat the enemy, you see, so they're very busy and traveling a lot.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Kyras Erodel wrote:Okay, the build is here in the profile. I just need to add his Power Words and gear, which I'll do when I get home from work in about three hours.
I'm not looking for plot-spoilers, but would being the son of a black or white dragon come up more often in the plot? Because I'd like some (however slight) plot relevance there.
** spoiler omitted **
You know that's an interesting question. I guess, when I think about it, in the bajillion twisted plots in the stories based in...downrightamazed2011-01-28T18:26:24ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1792011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T18:13:37Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote> I understand at this point he is not locked into the game,. Hopefully redoing his remaining design will compel you to make him a part of your world. </blockquote><p>[Spoiler omitted]
<p>Also, w/r/t your attribute and HP rolls, you can reroll here on the boards if you want. It's your call. Makes no difference to me.</p>Steven T. Helt wrote:I understand at this point he is not locked into the game,. Hopefully redoing his remaining design will compel you to make him a part of your world.
[Spoiler omitted] Also, w/r/t your attribute and HP rolls, you can reroll here on the boards if you want. It's your call. Makes no difference to me.downrightamazed2011-01-28T18:13:37ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1782011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T18:03:16Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Sieg Oshagairea wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">downrightamazed wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">PsionicFox wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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Quick question: The Black Dragonflight. Are they just black dragons? Because I think I'm going to give him the White dragon bloodline. Honestly, it has little to do with the character, I just wanted to know for my own curiosity. </blockquote><p>The Black Dragonflight army consists of orcs, trolls, hobgoblins, gnolls, and many dark folk. All of them are terrifyingly well equipped and magically enhanced. The regular foot soldier orcs are clad in full plate mail, for example. Hobgoblins and Dire Gnolls serve as NCOs, young black dragons and Erinyes are officers. Many other devils also assist and there are oracles that do the bidding of the Dragonflight's leader, the spectral Veriala.
<p>They have cavalry that ride dire boars and beserkers on dire badgers and worgs. They also have dragonriders.</p>
<p>Your character would know none of this, BTW. :-D </blockquote>I'm assuming Sieg knows all this though? </blockquote><p>Not...necessarily. As a summoned warrior from the shadow plane you would have been treated largely with disdain, and then eventually grudging respect but only if you did your job well. You would know about the general makeup of the army, this is true, but you would never have heard Veriala's name.
<p>You would NOT know about the dragonriders, either. Everything else is fair game.</p>Sieg Oshagairea wrote:downrightamazed wrote: PsionicFox wrote:
Quick question: The Black Dragonflight. Are they just black dragons? Because I think I'm going to give him the White dragon bloodline. Honestly, it has little to do with the character, I just wanted to know for my own curiosity.
The Black Dragonflight army consists of orcs, trolls, hobgoblins, gnolls, and many dark folk. All of them are terrifyingly well equipped and magically enhanced. The regular foot soldier orcs are clad in...downrightamazed2011-01-28T18:03:16ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1672011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T06:42:57Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Daveth Ashvale wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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I believe I have all of my offensive abilities down. I was wondering since you told us to ask. I was thinking of using my remaining gold to pick up a Vest of Escape(Cost: 5,200GP juuuust shy of the 5k limit xD), I was however wondering. If I am allowed to have it would its Disable Device bonus(+4) stack with the bonus provided from the goggles of minute seeing(+5)?
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</blockquote><p>5200 is fine.
<p>Pretty sure those bonuses won't stack. They usually don't. Check to see if both bonuses are of the same type, i.e. insight or luck. If they are, then they don't stack. If not, then I suppose it must be legit.</p>Daveth Ashvale wrote:I believe I have all of my offensive abilities down. I was wondering since you told us to ask. I was thinking of using my remaining gold to pick up a Vest of Escape(Cost: 5,200GP juuuust shy of the 5k limit xD), I was however wondering. If I am allowed to have it would its Disable Device bonus(+4) stack with the bonus provided from the goggles of minute seeing(+5)?
5200 is fine. Pretty sure those bonuses won't stack. They usually don't. Check to see if both bonuses are...downrightamazed2011-01-28T06:42:57ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1662011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T06:40:31Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Steven T. Helt wrote:</div><blockquote><p> <b>Dr. A</b></p>
<p>•• spoiler omitted ••... </blockquote><p>Excellent. Thank you.
<p>Also, did you read either of my other PbPs I'm running to make sure you're down with my DMing style?</p>Steven T. Helt wrote:Dr. A
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Excellent. Thank you. Also, did you read either of my other PbPs I'm running to make sure you're down with my DMing style?downrightamazed2011-01-28T06:40:31ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: Need three more players for epic, high magic Pathfinder PBPdownrightamazedhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/MistsOfWarDMDownrightamazed/recruiting&page=4#1652011-09-20T17:51:15Z2011-01-28T06:38:18Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">PsionicFox wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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I'll get right on that. Does it matter terribly if he doesn't have his gear yet?
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</blockquote><p>I would very much like to see gear. You have an awful lot of money to spend, so gear can really add to your build. That 5k max gp per single item goes a decent ways toward sweet toys.
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<div class="messageboard-quotee">PsionicFox wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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Quick question: The Black Dragonflight. Are they just black dragons? Because I think I'm going to give him the White dragon bloodline. Honestly, it has little to do with the character, I just wanted to know for my own curiosity. </blockquote><p>The Black Dragonflight army consists of orcs, trolls, hobgoblins, gnolls, and many dark folk. All of them are terrifyingly well equipped and magically enhanced. The regular foot soldier orcs are clad in full plate mail, for example. Hobgoblins and Dire Gnolls serve as NCOs, young black dragons and Erinyes are officers. Many other devils also assist and there are oracles that do the bidding of the Dragonflight's leader, the spectral Veriala.
<p>They have cavalry that ride dire boars and beserkers on dire badgers and worgs. They also have dragonriders.</p>
<p>Your character would know none of this, BTW. :-D</p>PsionicFox wrote:I'll get right on that. Does it matter terribly if he doesn't have his gear yet?
I would very much like to see gear. You have an awful lot of money to spend, so gear can really add to your build. That 5k max gp per single item goes a decent ways toward sweet toys.
PsionicFox wrote:Quick question: The Black Dragonflight. Are they just black dragons? Because I think I'm going to give him the White dragon bloodline. Honestly, it has little to do with the character, I just...downrightamazed2011-01-28T06:38:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=5?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2192011-01-27T20:29:50Z2011-01-27T20:29:50Z<p>Thral looks at Luc as he approaches, and takes in Katani's words. "<b>I still vote for the lake. It seems better suited to what we have available to us, and perhaps we can make someone there talk and give us info on what underground organizations may exist at the tower here in Ren so we may approach that problem armed with a better understanding of what is involved.</b>" He finishes his drink and stands up. "<b>If we're in agreeance, then I will meet you all at the gates in the morning, and we can begin our journey to the lake. In the meantime, I'm going to seek some supplies, and a room for the night.</b>"</p>
<p>The half-elf nods to everyone and moves to leave.</p>Thral looks at Luc as he approaches, and takes in Katani's words. "I still vote for the lake. It seems better suited to what we have available to us, and perhaps we can make someone there talk and give us info on what underground organizations may exist at the tower here in Ren so we may approach that problem armed with a better understanding of what is involved." He finishes his drink and stands up. "If we're in agreeance, then I will meet you all at the gates in the morning, and we can...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-27T20:29:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=4?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1572011-01-26T17:21:51Z2011-01-26T17:21:51Z<p>Oh! Hah. Yeah, I DL'd the playtest last night, looks rad. I already have an IRL player running a tengu ninja based on the Dorkistan.com class, so it's interesting to compare the two.</p>Oh! Hah. Yeah, I DL'd the playtest last night, looks rad. I already have an IRL player running a tengu ninja based on the Dorkistan.com class, so it's interesting to compare the two.Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-26T17:21:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=4?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1552011-01-26T16:15:19Z2011-01-26T16:15:19Z<p>Wait, what? What's going on?</p>Wait, what? What's going on?Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-26T16:15:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=5?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2142011-01-25T19:21:59Z2011-01-25T19:21:59Z<p>Thral shakes his head. "<b>I've no further inside information, Warrior Katani, but I do know that if the Tower is a <i>suspected</i> source of rebellion, then that means intrigue, teasing out the traitors, and that's something I've no talent for. A camp of rebels, on the other hand, is something my particular skillset is more suited to dealing with. But we've not heard from the others. What say you all? I'll gladly go along with what we all agree is wisest.</b>"</p>Thral shakes his head. "I've no further inside information, Warrior Katani, but I do know that if the Tower is a suspected source of rebellion, then that means intrigue, teasing out the traitors, and that's something I've no talent for. A camp of rebels, on the other hand, is something my particular skillset is more suited to dealing with. But we've not heard from the others. What say you all? I'll gladly go along with what we all agree is wisest."Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-25T19:21:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=5?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2122011-01-25T17:47:15Z2011-01-25T17:47:15Z<p>Thral smiles ruefully as Katani's silver tongue lashes out at the templar — metaphorically, of course — and the golden-armored warrior shakes his head in something like resignment. "<b>Hello, Master Arkenstol. Glad you are able to join us. We're trying to decide where we should begin this mission, but thus far have only agreed that bottoms of empty tankards are a marvelous distraction, as I believe you yourself are implying. For my part, I do not know what it is you are being 'obvious' about, unless the gendarmes in this city are thought ill of, in which case we will make our stay here short so as not to cause trouble. As it stands, I'll let you finish your meal in peace, but if you could join us at the table, Master Nevas there, the elven fellow, may have some advice as he seems to know a bit about what's going on. At the <i>very</i> least the group of us can decide on our next move.</b>" The manners he learned while a young court guard and personal escort to a king having been long forgotten by years in the wild, Thral claps Luc hard on the shoulder in a comradely gesture, forgetting that while meant well, it's stil rude to do while someone is eating.</p>
<p>Returning to Tristan's side, Thral leans in to the Dhampir and says "<b>Dour though his mien is, Master Arkenstol has a point. We should at least agree on where we are going to start. There will be time in the future for drunkennes. Heh. I'll see to that!</b>" He then leans in and whispers; [Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Thral then walks to the table, fresh drinks for everyone. As he hands drinks around, he speaks. "<b>So. Having given the matter some thought, I would propose we take this night to rest and recover and assemble our belongings as necessary, then tomorrow meet at the city gates to strike out for Lake Meronia. I've no desire to tangle with a tower full of mages, such as this Marivelli Tower. What say the rest of you?</b>"</p>Thral smiles ruefully as Katani's silver tongue lashes out at the templar -- metaphorically, of course -- and the golden-armored warrior shakes his head in something like resignment. "Hello, Master Arkenstol. Glad you are able to join us. We're trying to decide where we should begin this mission, but thus far have only agreed that bottoms of empty tankards are a marvelous distraction, as I believe you yourself are implying. For my part, I do not know what it is you are being 'obvious' about,...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-25T17:47:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=5?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#2022011-01-25T06:41:08Z2011-01-25T06:41:08Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>[Spoiler omitted]Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-25T06:41:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1972011-01-25T04:55:15Z2011-01-25T04:55:15Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aria Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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<b>“Oh, you have no idea!”</b> <i>She says in between sips of wine,</i> <b>“He is often known behind private doors and in chambers as my “bat in shining armor”, he always gives me a big grin when I call him that…Oh damn I think I said too much...”</b></blockquote><p>His eyes bugging out, Thral half-chokes on the mouthful of Ale he had just taken, his coughs giving way to uproarious laughter at what Aria has let slip. Or, 'slip.'
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<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aria Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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<b>“Well Thrall, now you know the true identity of our dear Tristan. He be bat and thou a cat, friends for life if you ask me!”</b> </blockquote><p>"<b>Indeed, Lady Aria, indeed!</b>" Thral raises his mug to Tristan, clinking glasses with the Dhampir. "<b>Well met again, Sir 'Bat', it seems the ladyfolk would make sport of us both on this day, and how! Hahahahaaa! I believe to keep the fun going this curious 'Sir Kitten' is going to inquire at the bar about the possibility of getting another round for you all. I'll return shortly!"</b> Thral drains his mug and walks back to the bar, getting wine for Tristan and Aria and Nevas (<span class=messageboard-ooc>Is that what he was drinking? I'll get him another round of whatever he was drinking, not seeing if it was mentioned...</span>), mugs of ale for himself and Katani, and another whiskey for Ninn.
<p>On the way back he glances around for signs of Luc, or anything else interesting, just as an instinctive reaction to being in a crowded place. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d2 + 10 ⇒ (2) + 10 = 12</span> Pfft. Only one ale and I already can't see straight. What a lightweight! XD</span></p>Aria Delacroix wrote:“Oh, you have no idea!” She says in between sips of wine, “He is often known behind private doors and in chambers as my “bat in shining armor”, he always gives me a big grin when I call him that…Oh damn I think I said too much...”
His eyes bugging out, Thral half-chokes on the mouthful of Ale he had just taken, his coughs giving way to uproarious laughter at what Aria has let slip. Or, 'slip.'
Aria Delacroix wrote:“Well Thrall, now you know the true identity of our dear...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-25T04:55:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1892011-01-24T06:03:46Z2011-01-24T06:03:46Z<p>"<b>My name's not Kit— oh never mind.</b>" Recognizing that battle to be lost, Thral instead raises his tankard to Ninn. "<b>If this goes as most of my 'adventures' — for lack of a better term — have gone, there should be ample time for the purchasing of ales for each other, and ample reason.</b>" He smiles and has another drink. "<b>Now, Nevas...</b>" he starts, turning back to the elf "<b>...as Ninn says, we should all like to know more of what you heard, and what may be on your mind as regards the information on the...well...'paperwork' that was handed out. I confess I'm at a loss as to where to begin, so any information or even opinions you might have in this regard would be most welcome.</b>"</p>"My name's not Kit-- oh never mind." Recognizing that battle to be lost, Thral instead raises his tankard to Ninn. "If this goes as most of my 'adventures' -- for lack of a better term -- have gone, there should be ample time for the purchasing of ales for each other, and ample reason." He smiles and has another drink. "Now, Nevas..." he starts, turning back to the elf "...as Ninn says, we should all like to know more of what you heard, and what may be on your mind as regards the information...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-24T06:03:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1812011-01-23T17:46:34Z2011-01-23T17:46:34Z<p>Thral arches an eyebrow at the talking sword in Katani's lap, eyeing it warily. Then, after taking a drink, he inclines his head more deeply, politely, to the elf who had already been at the table. "<b>Well met, Nevas. I thank you for allowing us to join you here. 'Saviors,' you say? Do you speak of the events at the Great Hall today, or some possible future event? If it's the former, then I am impressed at how fast word travels, though given how brazen an attack it was I confess I would not be surprised to learn word of it had spread rather quickly through the city.</b>" He takes another drink. "<b>If it is of some future event you speak, I'd ask what information you had to offer. At least part of my goal in coming here was to take time to think over our next move after receiving our, well, our options, for lack of a better term, from the powers at be for elminiating this...rebellion? uprising? currently under way here in Ren.</b>"</p>Thral arches an eyebrow at the talking sword in Katani's lap, eyeing it warily. Then, after taking a drink, he inclines his head more deeply, politely, to the elf who had already been at the table. "Well met, Nevas. I thank you for allowing us to join you here. 'Saviors,' you say? Do you speak of the events at the Great Hall today, or some possible future event? If it's the former, then I am impressed at how fast word travels, though given how brazen an attack it was I confess I would not be...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-23T17:46:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1762011-01-23T07:58:51Z2011-01-23T07:58:51Z<p>Thral, having ordered drinks, brings them back to the table. He nods hello to the one stranger who had already been there as he passes drinks around to his companions.</p>Thral, having ordered drinks, brings them back to the table. He nods hello to the one stranger who had already been there as he passes drinks around to his companions.Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-23T07:58:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1702011-01-22T07:18:39Z2011-01-22T07:18:39Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tristan Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Thral wrote:</div><blockquote><p> "<b>...though I reckon Ninn should probably handle negotiations with innkeepers and the like. Any of the rest of us would inspire an immediate call for the constabulary."</b>
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</blockquote><span class=messageboard-ooc>There is also Aria so 2 out of 6 possibly 7 isn't bad right? </span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>True, though I thought Aria looked like a dangerous customer. Still, you're right; I'm sure people would rather talk to her than most of the rest of us. :-)</span>
<p>Noting that Luc chooses to remain outside, Thral bellies right up to the bar in the Crimson Heart, feeling much more in his element. There is a brief pang as he recalls many enjoyable wasted nights having — perhaps rather ill-advised — drinking contests with his dwarven friend Ulf, the results of which neither of them could ever remember. He smiles to himself, then the memory passes and Thral calls out to anyone from the group who came with and who might be listening; "<b>If the rest of you want to lay claim to that last table, I'll get the first round and bring it over. What'll you have?</b>"</p>Tristan Delacroix wrote:Thral wrote:"...though I reckon Ninn should probably handle negotiations with innkeepers and the like. Any of the rest of us would inspire an immediate call for the constabulary."
There is also Aria so 2 out of 6 possibly 7 isn't bad right? True, though I thought Aria looked like a dangerous customer. Still, you're right; I'm sure people would rather talk to her than most of the rest of us. :-) Noting that Luc chooses to remain outside, Thral bellies right up to the...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-22T07:18:39ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=3?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1202011-01-21T22:09:36Z2011-01-21T22:09:36Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Yep. </p>
<p>Read all of that already. The map link at the site... is a broken link ... it goes nowhere. What I do know...all that I have written thus far about Katani is from what I've read at the Shadows of Aris site...</p>
<p>Been all over it Shadow's of Aris site...but the Cartographer's Piece link fails.. frustrating... I wish the locations 1 to 69 had links to them... </blockquote><p>D'oh! Sorry. Didn't know the map link was broken. :-( Never mind!Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:Yep.
Read all of that already. The map link at the site... is a broken link ... it goes nowhere. What I do know...all that I have written thus far about Katani is from what I've read at the Shadows of Aris site...
Been all over it Shadow's of Aris site...but the Cartographer's Piece link fails.. frustrating... I wish the locations 1 to 69 had links to them...
D'oh! Sorry. Didn't know the map link was broken. :-( Never mind!Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T22:09:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=3?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1172011-01-21T21:59:47Z2011-01-21T21:59:47Z<p><a href="http://www.freewebs.com/xanatos-grey/theworldofaris.htm" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>All about Aris. Map link at bottom of page.</b></a></p>
<p><a href="http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/connection/shadowsOfArisHomebrewCampaignLFP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Also, read the first post in this thread</b></a></p>
<p>Enjoy! :-)</p>All about Aris. Map link at bottom of page.
Also, read the first post in this thread
Enjoy! :-)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T21:59:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1622011-01-21T21:23:43Z2011-01-21T21:23:43Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Ever the mercenary Katani steps up smiling, <b>"Not so fast...'kitten', steel is steel..."</b></p>
<p>Cast spell - guidance</p>
<p>She regards the half-orc looking at his armament and the blood-splattered upon him from the fight and nods, <b>"hmmmm...there are three shortswords... going price is about 10 to 12 gold each...say half value... how about 4 gold a sword...? You have the look of a warrior... and will appreciate a good bargain... gold puts food on the table right?"</b> <i>{she winks at the Half-Ork, smiling!}</i></p>
<p>Diplomacy <i><b>Take 10!</b></i> 10+3+1
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>{Katani's not really worried over the money its the principle... no one would sell her a shortsword for free...}</span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Well, he <i>is</i> offering us a pouch of gold. While it's true Thral didn't bargain, our half-orc friend isn't trying to get 'em for free. :-)</span>Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:Ever the mercenary Katani steps up smiling, "Not so fast...'kitten', steel is steel..."
Cast spell - guidance
She regards the half-orc looking at his armament and the blood-splattered upon him from the fight and nods, "hmmmm...there are three shortswords... going price is about 10 to 12 gold each...say half value... how about 4 gold a sword...? You have the look of a warrior... and will appreciate a good bargain... gold puts food on the table right?" {she winks at...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T21:23:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1602011-01-21T20:54:50Z2011-01-21T20:54:50Z<p>Looking around for confirmation, Thral says to the newcomer, "<b>I don't believe any of us wishes to claim them, actually, so we'll gladly sell them to you, friend. And thank you for the information!</b>" Turning to the rest of the party, Thral switches back to the topic of ale. "<b>The Crimson Heart sounds like a fine starting point to me. The biggest and best place I would wager would also have some information to help decide our next move.</b>"</p>Looking around for confirmation, Thral says to the newcomer, "I don't believe any of us wishes to claim them, actually, so we'll gladly sell them to you, friend. And thank you for the information!" Turning to the rest of the party, Thral switches back to the topic of ale. "The Crimson Heart sounds like a fine starting point to me. The biggest and best place I would wager would also have some information to help decide our next move."Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T20:54:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1572011-01-21T20:17:06Z2011-01-21T20:17:06Z<p>Thral relaxes visibly. "<b>Yes! Good drink, that would be marvelous. Hopefully everyone can come and we can figure out our next move. Where do we begin if we are to root out these...Enemies Of The State, for lack of a better term...?</b>"</p>
<p>After helping carry or divvy out whatever loot is worth it, Thral will begin heading for the door, with anyone else interested in coming along.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Thral will take one of the suits of leather armor for sleeping in, putting it in his pack. Other than that none of the mundane gear is of any use to him, really. I'm fine with whatever treasure split we want to do, assuming it'll be at least reasonably equal. ;-)</span></p>Thral relaxes visibly. "Yes! Good drink, that would be marvelous. Hopefully everyone can come and we can figure out our next move. Where do we begin if we are to root out these...Enemies Of The State, for lack of a better term...?"
After helping carry or divvy out whatever loot is worth it, Thral will begin heading for the door, with anyone else interested in coming along.
Thral will take one of the suits of leather armor for sleeping in, putting it in his pack. Other than that none of the...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T20:17:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=4?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1542011-01-21T19:06:40Z2011-01-21T19:06:40Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (11) + 10 = 21</span></span></p>
<p>Thral, still nonplussed by Katani's attentions, is a bit pie-eyed. "<b>Well, er, I myself am still exploring the city, having only just arrived today. I was hoping one of our companions would know a good bar, or, in lieu of that, we could strike out and see what fortune holds. In, uh, in the taverns that is. With...people in them. Other people. Around. All over.</b>"</p>
<p>Turning to Tristan he says "<b>I'm afraid I know as little of weaponsmiths in this city as I do good taverns. Maybe the search for one can lead to the other, unless any of the others have an idea? Ninn? Luc?</b>"</p>Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Thral, still nonplussed by Katani's attentions, is a bit pie-eyed. "Well, er, I myself am still exploring the city, having only just arrived today. I was hoping one of our companions would know a good bar, or, in lieu of that, we could strike out and see what fortune holds. In, uh, in the taverns that is. With...people in them. Other people. Around. All over."
Turning to Tristan he says "I'm afraid I know as little of weaponsmiths in this city as I do good...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T19:06:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1482011-01-21T16:29:21Z2011-01-21T16:29:21Z<p>Listening to the back-and-forth between Katani and Luc, Thral winces and shakes his head. <i>They're as bad as Bella and Rhoval, in the old gang.</i> he thinks to himself, remembering friends he had to leave behind in Tomo. Nonetheless, Thral is thankful the shapely barbarian's attentions are away from him for the moment. He has, after all, been in the woods for a <i>long</i> time. Noting her gesture of respect, turning her back to him — a northern tradition not all would recognize — Thral hopes she and Luc will be able to put aside their differences so they can both work in this group. <i>She is a remarkable person, </i> he thinks, <i>and her power is obvious. She, too, could be a tremendous asset to this team.</i> Warily, he eyes Katani's...familiar? Warbeast? Pet?, noting its flicking, forked tongue. His vision passing over the rest of the party he mutters to himself "<b>...though I reckon Ninn should probably handle negotiations with innkeepers and the like. Any of the rest of us would inspire an immediate call for the constabulary."</b></p>
<p>When Ninn waves him away from the prisoner so she can work, Thral steps back, sheathes Look-First and, after tearing a piece of cloth off one of his dead enemy's shirts, wipes down Glad-Of-War and sheathes it, as well. The Aasimar seems to know what she's doing, and this one won't be much of a threat.</p>
<p>Hearing his name at the end of Luc and Katani's "discussion," Thral shoots his fellow northerner a smile and a bemused look at the pun on his name. "<b>No, Katani, I call no one 'master.' Strictly speaking, I'm just a woodsman; owing no land allegiance, no kingdom fealty. I'm free to strike down what enemies I declare mine.</b>" He pauses. "<b>Though I confess that currently the only enemy I'm interested in slaying is a mug of ale. I've been in this hall too long. What say the rest of you?</b>"</p>Listening to the back-and-forth between Katani and Luc, Thral winces and shakes his head. They're as bad as Bella and Rhoval, in the old gang. he thinks to himself, remembering friends he had to leave behind in Tomo. Nonetheless, Thral is thankful the shapely barbarian's attentions are away from him for the moment. He has, after all, been in the woods for a long time. Noting her gesture of respect, turning her back to him -- a northern tradition not all would recognize -- Thral hopes she and...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T16:29:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1352011-01-21T06:51:42Z2011-01-21T06:51:42Z<p>Thral is, for a moment or two, speechless; a bit overcome by the presence of this astonishing woman. "<b>I...uh...yes, the Glacier Wolf Horse clans are known to me. My tribe is from the Northern Deadlands of Gare, we are children of Isaura, who whistles her songs in the rocks on the cliffs by our villages.</b>" Thankfully turning back to business, he continues. "<b>I do not know who our attackers were, and I saw the same Amethyst you did. They appeared to have some political motivation. Master Arkenstol! Templar!</b>" Thral calls over to Luc. "<b>Do you know anything about these would-be killers? Who are they?</b>"</p>Thral is, for a moment or two, speechless; a bit overcome by the presence of this astonishing woman. "I...uh...yes, the Glacier Wolf Horse clans are known to me. My tribe is from the Northern Deadlands of Gare, we are children of Isaura, who whistles her songs in the rocks on the cliffs by our villages." Thankfully turning back to business, he continues. "I do not know who our attackers were, and I saw the same Amethyst you did. They appeared to have some political motivation. Master...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T06:51:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=3?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1052011-01-21T05:45:40Z2011-01-21T05:45:40Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tristan Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Well Tristan is getting a slight rebuild after this fight and taking both double slice and improved two weapon fighting. Thral's toes are sufficiently stepped on already join the club it really is fun. :) </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>•stomp• </span> </blockquote><p>•adds steel-toed boots to equip list•Tristan Delacroix wrote:Well Tristan is getting a slight rebuild after this fight and taking both double slice and improved two weapon fighting. Thral's toes are sufficiently stepped on already join the club it really is fun. :)
*stomp*
*adds steel-toed boots to equip list*Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T05:45:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=3?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#1042011-01-21T05:44:55Z2011-01-21T05:44:55Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Hey Thrall, I'm trying to pick my DM 'Holidays Bonus feat'... I'm pondering these feats...</p>
<p>Two-Weapon Defense, Improved Two-Weapon Fighting, Double Slice...</p>
<p>My conundrum is that Thral has all of these already... I would rather do something unique and not step to far into your stichk as the 'Pure' fighter...YOU should ALWAYS be better than any 'fighter-variant'... </blockquote><p>Oh man, don't sweat it, take what you will. I see no problem at all with a bunch of dual-wielders spinning and slicing their way through a battle together. That is HOTT! :-DKatani 'Stormrider' wrote:Hey Thrall, I'm trying to pick my DM 'Holidays Bonus feat'... I'm pondering these feats...
Two-Weapon Defense, Improved Two-Weapon Fighting, Double Slice...
My conundrum is that Thral has all of these already... I would rather do something unique and not step to far into your stichk as the 'Pure' fighter...YOU should ALWAYS be better than any 'fighter-variant'...
Oh man, don't sweat it, take what you will. I see no problem at all with a bunch of dual-wielders...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T05:44:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1332011-01-21T05:33:23Z2011-01-21T05:33:23Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Perception: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 ⇒ (14) + 10 = 24</span>
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Reflex: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27</span>
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HP back to full, thanks Ninn!</span></p>
<p>After deftly spinning away from the blast of arcane power that emanates out from the wizard, Thral feels enervated by a wave of celestial healing energy. He looks at the Aasimar who joined the battle just as it got underway and nods his thanks. He then follows her up to the lone enemy soldier not completely destroyed by the combined might of their group. Thral also makes eye contact with Luc, Aria, Tristan, and Zero, nodding thanks to each in turn for their skill and power.</p>
<p>Still under the effects of Aria's spell, Thral zips up behind the enemy soldier as the Aasimar is healing him. He sets Glad-of-War's tip by the man's throat, and speaks to her. "<b>I am called Thral, who would you be, who arrived at such an opportune time and threw your lot in with us? Whoever you are, I'm glad you came, and thank you for your help.</b>" Then, more quietly, he says "<b>I do not believe this man will remain long in our possession. Anything you wish to learn from him, I'd wager you should learn quickly. Also, as I was close to him as it happened, I saw their mage grinning as he disappeared, and there was a strange, glowing amethyst about his neck. Does this mean anything to you?</b>"</p>
<p>Thral then eyes the latecomer, the barbaric-looking woman with so many scars and the terrifying animal companion. "<b>And who would you be? Please, forgive my directness, though I see you are also from the northlands, as am I, and gather from your actions I may call you friend, much bitter experience has taught me not to assume such things. Are you friend or foe?</b>"</p>Perception: [dice]1d20+10[/dice]
Reflex: [dice]1d20+7[/dice]
HP back to full, thanks Ninn!
After deftly spinning away from the blast of arcane power that emanates out from the wizard, Thral feels enervated by a wave of celestial healing energy. He looks at the Aasimar who joined the battle just as it got underway and nods his thanks. He then follows her up to the lone enemy soldier not completely destroyed by the combined might of their group. Thral also makes eye contact with Luc, Aria,...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T05:33:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1292011-01-21T01:41:20Z2011-01-21T01:41:20Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tristan Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote> <span class=messageboard-ooc>@Thral. Yes for your turn you will be flanking with me then I will move after that since my turn comes up after yours. </span> </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Okay, sweet. Don't think it'll help my 16, but it feels awesome to see some 30s up there!
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:-D</span></p>Tristan Delacroix wrote:@Thral. Yes for your turn you will be flanking with me then I will move after that since my turn comes up after yours.
Okay, sweet. Don't think it'll help my 16, but it feels awesome to see some 30s up there!
:-DThral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-21T01:41:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1262011-01-20T22:52:20Z2011-01-20T22:52:20Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 5
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Initiative 16
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HP: 62/74 - (That's correct, yes? I can't see any other damage I took...)
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AC: 28 (Round 4/10 of Shield, +1 from Haste)
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Current position: G11 (map still shows me in H11, FYI, but no worries.)
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Full-Attack Action on E3 and E4, plus one extra attack from Haste
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Current Buffs: +4 attack/+2 damage</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>
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Glad-Of-War Attack on E3:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 12 + 4 + 2 = 38</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 9 + 2 = 17</span>
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Look-First Attack on E3:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 10 + 4 + 2 = 32</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 5 + 2 = 8</span>
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</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>
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Glad-Of-War Attack on E4:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 7 + 4 + 2 = 30</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 9 + 2 = 12</span>
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Look-First Attack on E4:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 5 + 4 + 2 = 16</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 5 + 2 = 12</span>
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</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>
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Additional Haste attack on E4 with Glad-of-War:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 12 + 4 + 2 = 24</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 9 + 2 = 15</span>
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BOO-YAH!
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<p>Energized by the appearance of the lethal newcomer who, for the moment anyway, seems to be fighting by his team's side, Thral narrows his eyes and focuses on his connection to Isaura, his bloodline, and his <i>mynd</i>. He is thankful for Tristan's presence directly opposite him. The Dhampir's eerily quick movements and calm help him focus, and keep the enemy distracted, allowing him to press the advantage.</p>
<p>"<b>Enough of this.</b>" he states matter-of-factly, the flames on his blades leaving streaks as they whirl through the air, "<b>You die now, and take your insults and warmongering with you, dogs.</b>"</p>
<p>His fluid movements sped-up to supernatural speeds by Aria's spell, Thral's blades flash out, striking once, twice, thrice, four times; landing multiple blows on each of the enemies in front of him. He pauses at the completion of the <i>mynd</i>, awaiting the next threat, his magicked blades in attack position. Look-First is somehow still gleaming, the reflections in its blade giving a clear view of the room, and Glad-Of-War is thoroughly encrusted with gore and viscera from Thral's successful hits. <span class=messageboard-ooc>At least I'm assuming those were four hits. That 16 I reckon was a miss. I'll teach these jerks to spit on me. :-p</span></p>
<p>"<b>Aria, this spell is a gift! I thank you!</b>" The half-elf calls out to his new friend. "<b>Now let's finish their spellcaster and be done with this!</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Edit: forgot to add flanking. If I'm in G11 then I'm flanking with Tristan, yes?</span></p>Round 5
Initiative 16
HP: 62/74 - (That's correct, yes? I can't see any other damage I took...)
AC: 28 (Round 4/10 of Shield, +1 from Haste)
Current position: G11 (map still shows me in H11, FYI, but no worries.)
Full-Attack Action on E3 and E4, plus one extra attack from Haste
Current Buffs: +4 attack/+2 damage
Glad-Of-War Attack on E3:[dice]1d20+12+4+2[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d8+9+2[/dice]
Look-First Attack on E3:[dice]1d20+10+4+2[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+5+2[/dice]
Glad-Of-War Attack on...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-20T22:52:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1212011-01-20T15:39:51Z2011-01-20T15:39:51Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Acheron - The Keeper of Truth wrote:</div><blockquote><br />
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>Sorry if any of this is upsetting, but that's my ruling for now. Please don't let my ruling for now discourage you from a fun game (and ask Thral and Tristan, my groupies, if you don't believe I can be fun).</span>
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</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>It's true. I am a Severed Ronin groupie. :-)</span>Acheron - The Keeper of Truth wrote:Sorry if any of this is upsetting, but that's my ruling for now. Please don't let my ruling for now discourage you from a fun game (and ask Thral and Tristan, my groupies, if you don't believe I can be fun).
It's true. I am a Severed Ronin groupie. :-)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-20T15:39:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1132011-01-20T05:46:31Z2011-01-20T05:46:31Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Great first post! That's awesome, keep it up, it fits right in with the tone of this crew. :-) As for linking images, just use the URL BBCode tag, but link to the image itself. So for example, <b><a href="http://i1208.photobucket.com/albums/cc373/Havoc-studios/Thralswordscopy.jpg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here's an extremely rad drawing</a></b> Tristan did of Thral's <i>Daisho</i> set. If you don't know your image's URI, if it's already uploaded you can usually just right-click on the image itself and choose "copy image URL" or similar.</span></p>Great first post! That's awesome, keep it up, it fits right in with the tone of this crew. :-) As for linking images, just use the URL BBCode tag, but link to the image itself. So for example, here's an extremely rad drawing Tristan did of Thral's Daisho set. If you don't know your image's URI, if it's already uploaded you can usually just right-click on the image itself and choose "copy image URL" or similar.Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-20T05:46:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=2?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#922011-01-19T21:17:34Z2011-01-19T21:17:34Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:</div><blockquote><p> So...ummm...who runs this game?</p>
<p>Mechanically... I'm ready to play...but I still need to write the character's history, personality and finish her description. </blockquote><p>Severed Ronin is the GM.Katani 'Stormrider' wrote:So...ummm...who runs this game?
Mechanically... I'm ready to play...but I still need to write the character's history, personality and finish her description.
Severed Ronin is the GM.Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-19T21:17:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=2?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#912011-01-19T21:16:49Z2011-01-19T21:16:49Z<p>Yikes! Ronin, my best to your friends, that's awful. :-(</p>Yikes! Ronin, my best to your friends, that's awful. :-(Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-19T21:16:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Ronin - Aris OOC - Group #2Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw3&page=2?GM-Ronin-Aris-OOC-Group-2#902011-01-19T21:16:16Z2011-01-19T21:16:16Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tristan Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote> Just want to say I'm really enjoying playing in this game and hope it goes on for a very long time. I really like how well everyone seems to be working together so well. </blockquote><p>+1 and agreed! :-)Tristan Delacroix wrote:Just want to say I'm really enjoying playing in this game and hope it goes on for a very long time. I really like how well everyone seems to be working together so well.
+1 and agreed! :-)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-19T21:16:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1062011-01-18T05:44:52Z2011-01-18T05:44:52Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aria Delacroix wrote:</div><blockquote><p> <span class=messageboard-ooc>Move action : move to J14
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Standard Action:Cast Haste on Thrall
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Free action: sustaining inspire courage
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(Benefits of spell for players:) +1 attack rolls +1dodge bonus ac and reflex +30 speed increase by feet, to a maximum of twice the subject's normal speed, 1 extra attack during full attack</span></p>
<p><i>Aria realizing she is a bit far away from the group, she sprints towards them in hopes that she may be of some help. She stopped and narrowed her eyes at Thrall. Her eyes set and her lips move without sound as she casts an old spell in her mind.</i>
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</blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Word! Up! Thanks, Aria. Now I gotta make this count. C'mon, Round 5, be good to me.</span>Aria Delacroix wrote:Move action : move to J14
Standard Action:Cast Haste on Thrall
Free action: sustaining inspire courage
(Benefits of spell for players:) +1 attack rolls +1dodge bonus ac and reflex +30 speed increase by feet, to a maximum of twice the subject's normal speed, 1 extra attack during full attackAria realizing she is a bit far away from the group, she sprints towards them in hopes that she may be of some help. She stopped and narrowed her eyes at Thrall. Her eyes set and her...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-18T05:44:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=3?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1042011-01-18T04:44:17Z2011-01-18T04:44:17Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Ninn wrote:</div><blockquote><p> <i>Seeing the other caster harming her 'allies' Ninn eyes become steely and like a blade she unleashes her next spell. As she weaved runic glyphs in the air, she targets the ground just behind the caster, she smirked as the sound this rival 'mage' was making becomes quite and less annoying. She offered them surrender, now they could die in silence as her friends tore them down in close combat without the aid of their feeble magician. </i></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>SA: Cast Silence on E7, 20 ft radius, duration 4 rounds</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>MA: She moves to I-12 and appears to be supporting Thrall >=)</span>. </blockquote><p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Man the way I've been swinging I need all the help I can get. :-) Ugh.</span>Ninn wrote:Seeing the other caster harming her 'allies' Ninn eyes become steely and like a blade she unleashes her next spell. As she weaved runic glyphs in the air, she targets the ground just behind the caster, she smirked as the sound this rival 'mage' was making becomes quite and less annoying. She offered them surrender, now they could die in silence as her friends tore them down in close combat without the aid of their feeble magician.
SA: Cast Silence on E7, 20 ft radius, duration 4...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-18T04:44:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Shadows of Aris - Group #2 - (GM Ronin)Thral (alias of downrightamazed)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2lmw2&page=2?Shadows-of-Aris-Group-2#1002011-01-18T00:02:07Z2011-01-18T00:02:07Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 4
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Initiative 16
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HP: 62/74
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AC: 27 (Round 3/10 of <b>Shield</b>)
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5' step to G11
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Full-Attack Action on E3 and E4
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Current Buffs: +3 attack/+2 damage</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>
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Glad-Of-War Attack on E3:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 12 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 12 + 3 = 16</span>
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Critical Fumble check: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 3</span> •whew•
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Look-First Attack on E3:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 10 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 10 + 3 = 19</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 5 + 2 = 12</span>
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</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>
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Glad-Of-War Attack on E4:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 7 + 3 = 16</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 9 + 2 = 17</span>
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Look-First Attack on E4:<span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 5 + 3 = 13</span>
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Damage: <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 5 + 2 = 11</span>
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<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Wow, the dice roller hates me today. I mean seriously? 1, 6, 6, 5? Egad. XD</span></p>Round 4
Initiative 16
HP: 62/74
AC: 27 (Round 3/10 of Shield)
5' step to G11
Full-Attack Action on E3 and E4
Current Buffs: +3 attack/+2 damage
Glad-Of-War Attack on E3:[dice]1d20+12+3[/dice]
Critical Fumble check: [dice]1d20[/dice] *whew*
Look-First Attack on E3:[dice]1d20+10+3[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+5+2[/dice]
Glad-Of-War Attack on E4:[dice]1d20+7+3[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d8+9+2[/dice]
Look-First Attack on E4:[dice]1d20+5+3[/dice]
Damage: [dice]1d6+5+2[/dice]
Wow, the dice roller...Thral (alias of downrightamazed)2011-01-18T00:02:07Z