Baldwin the Merciful's: Razor Coast (Inactive)

Game Master baldwin the merciful

If Astrianna infiltrates the upper crust of the Shaw she's going to suddenly have a lot of credentials spring out of nowhere. :)

The bard sighs at the elf, and doesn't push the matter further. "One of those stunning hats will certainly draw the attention away from your plainer garb. And I cannot disagree that you are more dangerous when the attention is focused after from you. Plus, with a man like you on my arm, everyone will assume I can afford a handsome and dangerous elf to be at my side at all times. I like it."

She offers to hold Emmy while Embrianna is being fitted, carefully allowing the little viper to settle where it wished.

When the fitting is done Astrianna totals up her purchases, jotting them in her journal for future reference.

Baldwin- Is the performer's dress I'm about to describe acceptable? Astrianna wants a very specific look.

Noble Performer's Dress- Emerald green, gold and black dress that says "I'm here to entertain, and you will enjoy it." Functional for any performance and elegant but not ostentatious. 100gp Jewelry will also be tasteful and matches the overall motif, 100gp. This outfit is focused on quality of the cut, design, and materials, meant to accentuate Astrianna's latent beauty rather than the typical "I spent so much money on this" style of other noble outfits. She wants to stand out because she is there to sing/fiddle whatever, not stand out so someone thinks she's loaded with cash. She will wear her Hat of Disguise with this outfit in order to work it into her performances, it will typically take the form of ribbons or the like in her hair. 200gp total

Noble Evening Wear Dress- Red and black with many ruffles, typical nobility wear that flaunts the current vogue style and displays various gemstones and extravagant bits of the outfit. 75gp. The jewelry matches the red and black motif and focuses on the largest gemstones possible, sacrificing much of the chainwork and filigree. 100gp. Her Dontorian special hat (+2 diplomacy) matches the entire outfit. 425gp total

Courtier's casual wear- Red and black as well, much more unassuming but it radiates elegance in the latest style. Astrianna will shrewdly ensure that she can interchange the jewelry that she purchased for her Noble outfit with her courtier's outfit, selecting the less pretenious pieces for everyday wear, and her Dontorian hat will also match the outfit to be worn with it. 30gp for courtier's outfit.

Total expenses: 655gp

Adriel's purchases 750+30gp. He gets +2 to Diplomacy, Gather Info and Intimidate which is awesome.

The elf bows deeply as one would at the suggestion of a dance. I will arrive in the finest company, the dutifully abscond to the wall, the humble servant, able to move unnoticed since I am unimportant. You beauties can have the floor, but just a call and I will appear to spill blood as required.

I think you mean Diplomacy, Bluff, Intimidate. I'm going to have to get one of those mega hats sometime myself, but I have other purchases to make and armor to save up for. Perhaps after our next big haul.

Astrianna laughs at the magus, shaking her head. "Oh no no, you follow us around as a little duckling follows its mother, but constantly searching for threats and taking offense to the slightest suggestion that our honor is in question. You are to be with us, but in the background. I want you to be visible but not draw attention from us. You are a warning, a reminder of our power." The bard begins to move out with the rest, going to the bathhouse. "This is all hypothetical of course, we will have to get into one of those fancy places first."

She ponders a moment. "I may have you carry my sword as well. While I know you can handle almost any threat, I would rather not be helpless."

I suppose I could also get a Wrist Sheath for a dagger.

Bri will take the 3 dresses mentioned earlier, the daytime fancy dress, the evening fancy dress, a casual dress, plus she would like to purchase a new traveling outfit, but of courtier level quality materials.
So looking at the clothing price chart, 75 gp each for the fancy dresses and 30 each for the casual dress and courtier level traveling outfit.

Bri will still need jewelry too, did they have any here or could they point us to a store where we could purchase some so that we can complete our outfits?

Darius leads Hawkins back towards where the bath house was supposedly located to meet up with the rest of the group and to enjoy a bath of his own.

David shakes head at the results.

"Sorry about that - I was hoping for an answer that was a little more solid," he adds with a shrug.

When they arrive at the bathhouse, before he enters the bath David will shave and scrub off the general grime of the city first. He also asks someone to shampoo his help and wash his hair from all the sea spray.

He'll keep his kit close, but when it comes to being in an actual bathouse in front of people it seems as if he is completely unconcerned with being undressed while in public. Other than wearing a dagger which dangles from a cord around his neck, he has no other clothing while being bathed.

Darius enjoyed the long soak in the hot water, as well as the shave and hair trim. It was a relaxing experience he had not enjoyed in some time.

After the bath, Darius makes sure his outfit is spotless before stepping back out to meet the others. As the ladies make their way out, he turns and bows, saying, "Ladies, I rescind the statement I made when we first met. It is clear that Shelyn is not done with her pair of masterpieces, and that they are only getting more and more lovely with each passing day. You both look,absolutely stunning."

"So, shall we let the revelry begin? I for one have shopped up quite an appetite and look forward to some casual leisure time!" He steps to the door of the bathhouse and opens the door for the ladies to lead the way.

Adriel has the two women in arm. A fairly dashing escort in his new finery.
Begin? My friend the fun has already started. So fortunate was I to witness these two in their bathing clothes, I was nearly struck blind by the beauty. ...and when they decided to derobe! Well, let's just say I am ready to die now for I have seen the peak of the humanoid form. Honestly, It was all I could do to control my sword, as it were.

The elf was joking of course but, how was either of the men to know exactly what went on in their absence. ..

Sath spends some time looking around at various shops but feels no desire to burn through all her money yet. She does, however, buy herself comfortable but fancy enough outfit that it should get her into all the doors she needs to get into (courtier's outfit)- cost 30 GP and some tasteful but understated jewelry, another 50 GP.

She then joins the others at the baths, where she has a private bath away from the prying eyes of others.

As the two groups make their way towards the bathhouse they come across "The Sailors’ Kiss" it is an unassuming tattoo parlor services the sailors and other residents that make their home within Port Shaw. The artists working at the Sailors Kiss often only tattoo from the preconceived and well-practiced designs that cover the interior walls here like artwork displays. The Sailors Kiss specializes in green ink tattoos.

A bit further away standing like lighthouse beacon on the horizon is "Miss Molly’s Bathhouse and Laundry" It's a large, three-story building has a large water tank atop it painted with a buxom lass, elbows deep in soap suds.

A cheerful lady greets you as you enter, she looks like an older version of the painted lass on the water tank.

"git yerself real clean 'ere, dirt and grim ain't got no place to hide." She proudly announces. Waving you inside. "Now a good public 30 minute steaming bath be 1 silver, semi-private be 1 gold, and private be 5 gold. We offer some mending of clothes for 2 coppers per item."

Sath takes out 5 GP- "Private Bath please."

After cleaning herself and relaxing in the bath, Sath will dress in her new outfit (currently without the jewelry- stored in her pack, and packs her explorer's outfit in the pack as well).

Had meant to make it clear in previous post but now I don't think I did- her courtier's outfit is a suit of male-style clothing, not a fancy dress or fitted female garment.

Miss Molly's Bathhouse

"Why of course, a bit ole privacy is needed." She starts to lead people to various rooms, baths, steams, and saunas.

Map with characters spread out a bit relaxing

Astrianna looks over at Bri. "We should both get a bath, what do you say?" It was hard to get actual privacy on the ship- Her and Bri had yet to talk about the days events. The bard was dying to tell her opinion about what the men had been up to today.

Astrianna gives the woman a gold piece. "You must be Miss Molly- how long have you been in business? That sign looks like it was made yesterday!" She smiles at the woman, handing her a gold piece. "Myself and Embrianna will share a bath."

That a semi-private bath hawk and I are in I assume?

Astrianna looks over at Bri. "We should both get a bath, what do you say?" It was hard to get actual privacy on the ship- Her and Bri had yet to talk about the days events. The bard was dying to tell her opinion about what the men had been up to today.

Astrianna gives the woman a gold piece. "You must be Miss Molly- how long have you been in business? That sign looks like it was made yesterday!" She smiles at the woman, handing her a gold piece. "Myself and Embrianna will share a bath."

The bladedancer laughs, I'm afraid that arrangement is unacceptable, Mistress, your uncle pays me good money to ensure you and your sister are kept under armed guard at all times, he has enemies in this part of the world and I'll not shirk my duties and incur the man's wrath

The elf hands over double the amount asked and states solidly to tue women Your BEST bath and no interruptions

Astrianna laughs at the elf, and playfully pushes his shoulder. "An excellent performance Adriel- you would make a fine thespian. But I'm afraid I'll have curtain falls sooner than you'd like." She looks at the woman, smiling. "He gets his own bath. Myself and this fine lady here need privacy so we can giggle about all of these gentlemen in peace."

Very well. You shall just have to enjoy yourselves and trust, that I am gentlemanly enough to not use the invisibility spell I prepared today...

There are three levels to the building, the upper two are much smaller bathtub type rooms which I did not draft a map for. Dairus that works for me nobody else is in there with you.

Each room has soft towels and washcloths and various soaps. After your 30 minutes are up (the price was per 30 minutes so if you want longer deduct the fee in increments of 30 minutes) bathhouse attendants will appear to make sure you have help with your clothing or buckling armor.

Darius enjoyed the long soak in the hot water, as well as a shave and hair trim. It was a relaxing experience he had not enjoyed in some time.

After the bath, Darius makes sure his outfit is spotless before stepping back out to meet the others. As the ladies make their way out, he turns and bows, saying, "Ladies, I rescind the statement I made when we first met. It is clear that Shelyn is not done with her pair of masterpieces, and that they are only getting more and more lovely with each passing day. You both look absolutely stunning."

"So, shall we let the revelry begin? I for one have shopped up quite an appetite and look forward to some casual leisure time!" He steps to the door of the bathhouse and opens the door for the ladies to lead the way.
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Copy n Paste from before to place in proper chronological order.

Is anyone doing anything at the bathhouse, inquiring about anything, talking to each other and sharing information? Or was it person time?

Bri tosses her own gold piece over to Miss Molly, laughing at Adriel's attempt to get in on their bath. She will also give her clothes to the attendant to be cleaned and mended as needed.

In the room, Bri talks to Astri: "So what do you think of tattoos? We passed that green ink parlor on the way over here and I have been thinking of getting a tattoo of Emmy."

"And do you think we will get much a chance to wear those fancy dresses we bought? They are so gorgeous."

We were able to take all but the fancy noble style dresses with us from the shop right? Trying to decide if I have other clothing to wear when we are done with the bath.

Everything but the noble clothes are with you, they were basically rack items that needed minor alterations. The noble clothes take a 1-3 days to finish as they are custom made for you. You ahve pleanty of clothing to wear or not wear.

The bard grins at Adriel. "What makes you think I don't have some way to detect invisibility, hm?"

Astrianna handles her own mending and magically keep her cleans her clothes, so she simply keeps her articles with her.

The half-elf sinks into the warm water with a sigh, taking a few minutes to simply relax. "I love tattoos. Especially ones that tell a story. I've seen tattoos that give an entire families history, told on the backs of multiple siblings, that dates back to Aroden lifting the Starstone out of the sea." She sits up in the bath and begins to wash her body off with a hard brick of soap.

"The Tulia have beautiful tattoos, I'm beginning to want some of my own. I'm not sure of what or whom exactly, but hopefully I don't make this decision while drunk sometime. The green ink parlor looked good but from the talk I heard outside they mostly do preconceived artistry. I"m sure we could find a better tattoo parlor if we looked hard enough."

Astrianna starts to wash her greasy hair, relishing the feeling of getting truly clean for the first time in a few weeks. "Oh I am going to be wearing my dresses at every opportunity! And trust me I will make opportunities to wear them. I'm especially excited about a dress to perform in. I'm going to knock Port Shaw off its feet- once I get a new fiddle and into some taverns ever street performer in this town will be imitating me, everyone will be humming my songs and I'll get a trope to perform real shows for the creme de la creme. You'll be wearing your beautiful dresses and more to my every performance!"

Bri sighs. "Well, I was a foundling, so no family history tattoos for me. That was why I was thinking of ones that just tell about my life. We shop around for the best tattoo parlor we can find since they are rather permanent."

"I guess I should learn to dance a bit better, that way I can do justice to your fiddling."

The elf bows to his two ladies, Once again, my wounds of the heart are most grievous. I believe some fresh air, more than anything else in need to clear my wounded heart. Ladies, if you will permit THRASHER to accompany you, so that I may find my way back to you, should you leave.

The elf turns and struts away, politely refusing any company.
He was still of an amorous mood and knew were an interested female was.
Back to the apothecary. He returns with his customary swagger and speaks to the tailor who suggested they meet later.
He paid her supervisor a full days of her wages, to take her to lunch and well, let's just say he was after not more than a ppassing dalliance for the afternoon. The couple of hours involved much wine (more for her) and tales of wild adventures and even a quick (invisible) flight around before confessing his lust.
You know the kind of jerk. Big displays of cash, cars and an exciting afternoon to bewilder an inexperienced lady. The interest promotes unspoken promises, yet the male is after one thing. Adriel IS a dick playboy after all. He may change, but for now he is an ass.

Adriel: Astrianna looks at him curiously. "We can watch Thrasher for you, and so you can find us easily. We should be at either the Broken Skull, or if it's late, the Captain's Wheel. I believe we've agreed to spend the night there." The bard offers up her shoulder for the familiar.

Embri: Astrianna pauses speaking for a moment, longer than usual for her. The moment passes. "Absolutely, though I hear magical tattoo removal is rather quite effective if expensive. I'd rather have a beautiful tattoo I can love forever rather than an expensive memory."

The bard smiles at her companion. "Honestly, once you hear my fiddling your feet will take off on their own, I guarantee it."

Can't think of anything to ask Miss Molly at the moment, but later she will make an excellent contact I believe.

Is anyone doing anything at the bathhouse, inquiring about anything, talking to each other and sharing information? Or was it person time?

David's chief concern is making sure that he, and his clothing, are free of filth, dirt, disease and other issues. He also wants to make sure that his clothing is mended of any small rips, tears or other damage.

He is not very excited about the need to "dress properly" to fit into society, but he recognizes its need. Therefore, he will do what he has to do to fit in by getting the proper clothing.

He will share any information he gathered with his companions as soon as he is able to, though he does his best to keep things as private as possible. He suspects that such establishments would be excellent places to spy on people - they've traveled a long time; they've had some drinks; they're relaxing; people have a tendency to share lots of personal details in such a situation, and it would be advantageous to have informers observing newcomers to the city to share that information with certain interested parties. As such, whatever he does share with his companions will be as covert/private as possible and (hopefully) not in front of any possible witnesses. In fact, he'll do all of that after the bath and clean clothes are purchased and put on.

As per Astrianna's earlier suggestion, he'll use "Detect Magic" before he shares information in a private room. After all - it is possible that Adriel is not the only one in the city who can use Invisibility and/or fly and be stealthy for the purpose of spying on newcomers.

However, Alabaster will insist on a covey of likely wenches to provide him with snacks and as much pampering as possible.

Are you getting some clothes for Alabaster? One of the tailors offered to make him a an outfit. I think he needs a hat at least.

"My I touch the kitty?" She reaches to stroke the cat. "It should be no problems getting him fixed up proper attire."

Alabaster seems a bit put off to be called a mere 'kitty' - however, he warmly responds to any petting with an enthusiasm that eclipses any of the males in his company thus far.

He trots quick to the woman and rubs up against her leg, curling his little tail around her calf and purring loudly - yet he does what he can to make sure that his purrs sound both rugged and masculine, which should surprise no one.

As for the mention of "proper attire" - Alabaster seems content with the idea of wearing "attire"; provided it is in the latest fashion and trend. He gives David a stern look which seems to suggest - Don't forget to accessorize with appropriate jewels and gems!

Then he returns to plenty of proper pampering...

Are you getting some clothes for Alabaster? One of the tailors offered to make him a an outfit. I think he needs a hat at least.

Oh sure! A hat, and possible collar with proper ornaments on it. I can't decide if he should have emeralds or rubies - or maybe just wear a miniature galaxy on the collar - but the galaxy thing? It's been done... He'll also probably want boots ;)

David looks at his own clothing; both plain and simple, if not well-tailored - well befitting a lad that does not wish to forget his humble beginnings.

David's eyes flicking to Astrianna as he watches Alabaster at work.

"I swear to gods... That cat is going to be better dressed than I am by the end of this," he grumbles.

Alabaster merely smiles smugly at David at this comment, and turns and gives Astrianna a warm wink for noticing him.

Dirk you already know his studded collar has feint magical aura it prevented his possession +4 will save.

Everyone's clothing can be mended and cleaned without issue, the laundry is quite good and thorough and there is no theft of items. Everyone can actually meet in room and that does not have any magical being detected so you are fairly safe to converse freely.

Meanwhile, Adriel goes and sows a few oats. It is getting late closer to 9 pm now, so are you going to the Broken skull (fights and dirnks) or the Captain's Wheel (diner and secure lodging) first?

Adriel when you are walking back from your rendezvous with the young lady you run into a familiar face.

"Good evening Adriel...a word please."

Dirk you already know his studded collar has feint magical aura it prevented his possession +4 will save.

Hmph! Magic-shmagic! The point is; is the collar stylish? And more importantly - will it attract the roving eye of lovely lasses to pet and pamper me, as well as saucy kitties to dally and cavort with me? The humanoids are not the only folk that wish to "sow some oats" in this metropolis and in such ventures, pieces of flair can be paramount... I am Alabaster - and I have spoken!

It is getting late closer to 9 pm now, so are you going to the Broken skull (fights and dirnks) or the Captain's Wheel (diner and secure lodging) first?

David glances at his companions.

"I don't know if it will be well received, but maybe we should pick some place safe to store our gear and new purchases before we decide to go 'Out on the Town'..." he says to the others.

David is looking to go first o the Captain's Wheel; but will go with the majority of the group.

"We should at least go ahead and secure lodging before they sell out of all their rooms for the night. I don't want to be wondering the streets to find an inn with a vacancy later while drunk."

Also voting to go to the Captain's Wheel first.

"We should at least go ahead and secure lodging before they sell out of all their rooms for the night. I don't want to be wondering the streets to find an inn with a vacancy later while drunk."

Also voting to go to the Captain's Wheel first.

David turns to Embrianna and nods, clearly agreeing with her.

"Aye, that sounds pretty good to me," he says, then pauses - seeing her gear.

His eyes widen as he seems to suddenly notice her well-attended appearance.

"Wow! I like it... You look great," he says to her with a sincere voice.

Then, a trifle embarrassed that he would make such a bold statement, he clears his throat and glances at the others.

"So... What do you all say about where to head next?" he asks them.

Aw Astri wanted to talk to Thalios and get the scoop on Port Shaw from him. I'll have to find him later...

Astrianna is looking quite fresh and relaxed- it has been a good day, and she is in a fine and agreeable mood. "Captain's Wheel it is! Personally I don't believe it matters, we can all defend ourselves. I will likely drop my clothes off and switch into my armor and rugged clothes to fit in better at the Broken Skull."

Aw Astri wanted to talk to Thalios and get the scoop on Port Shaw from him. I'll have to find him later...

Astrianna is looking quite fresh and relaxed- it has been a good day, and she is in a fine and agreeable mood. "Captain's Wheel it is! Personally I don't believe it matters, we can all defend ourselves. I will likely drop my clothes off and switch into my armor and rugged clothes to fit in better at the Broken Skull."

David nods and turns to look at Astrianna. He does his best not to keep from staring at her as she - too - has changed her gear, but he is having difficulty with his observations.

Hoping that he doesn't stare too long, he quickly turns his glance somewhere else, not trying to make anyone uncomfortable by gawking at them.

"Good times," he says in response, doing his best not to stumble over his words or sound like a fool...

And with that, I'm off to my other job. See you all tonight!

"Then let's be off to the Captain's Wheel. I for one could use some dinner before the cook closes down the kitchen. The party can go well into the night, but the cook has to sleep."

"A fine meal would do me nicely, as would a room for the evening before we go anywhere... rowdy." Sath comments, trying to decide whether she would change back into the explorer's outfit before going to the fights.

I'm going to move on with the Thalios' conversation with Adriel.

Adriel meets up with everyone just outside the gate going inot the Captain's Wheel Inn. The small courtyard heading in has a little grass and there I large sitting porch by the front door. There are two porters to greet you as you walk into the yard. "Welcome are you here for a room, dinner, or both. Do you have any bags that you need help with." There is a certain level of refinement to the establishment.

Captain's Wheel Courtyard

Captain's Wheel Porch

Astrianna loves the look of the place. A delighted smile is on her lips. "We are here for rooms and dinner. What is being served today?" The bard asks, quite famished.

Satisfied with a most pleasant afternoon, Adriel joins his companions and relays the message at the first private opportunity.
Just woke up. Get kids to school

"The chef's special is fine shark fin soup with leek and potatoes, and he has seared jawfish stuffed with crab, and roasted carrots."

Astrianna is once again delighted. "That sounds most excellent, lead the way sir!" She turns to her companions. "The seared jawfish sounds incredible, I simply must try it."

Will wait for an appropriate time to respond about Thalios' message

You are escorted inside and and there a large bar that is mostly full and dining area both are pretty full with people. Mostly officer types, there are a couple table of Dragoons, and you do see the Capt and Henk from the Mother's Blessing. there is check in table at the side of the room and well dressed man with goatee. "Are you looking for rooms?"

Satisfied with a most pleasant afternoon, Adriel joins his companions and relays the message at the first private opportunity.

Just woke up. Get kids to school

David hears the message and glances at Darius, studying the man thoughtfully.

"Hmm..." he says, but waits for Darius to offer his own opinions first.

Darius says, "I shall join you at the table in a moment," and makes his way to the check in.

"Greetings. What is your finest suite available?"