DaWay's PFS Hellknight's Feast (Inactive)

Game Master DaWay

@All: Please remember Kyra has Honeyed Tongue effect on her at the moment, good for 40 minutes.

Magora replies to Ajax, "आप अजाक्स धन्यवाद. मैं लेडी Dyrianna करने की ओर है, लेकिन आप किसी भी सहायता की जरूरत है तो मुझे पता है."

Magora wanders through the guest heading toward Lady Dyrianna staying in sight of Ajax. She listens to the various conversations, trying to gather any additional insight that may help the party.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20

Kyra could ask, but it'd be wise to wait for the guard captain's permission before sneaking onto the roof armed with a crossbow. It's the kind of thing they're trained to take poorly, after all...

Time: Prior to the ball's beginning

Kyra's face seems troubled when she rejoins the group after her prayers. "The Dawnflower saw fit to grant me guidance, but not regarding the ambassador -- instead, She forewarns me that the ball will likely be attacked by demons and undead. Keep on your guard, everyone -- and be prepared to defend the other guests."

Time: At the ball, mingling

Kyra times her approach to the ambassador with care, hoping to catch him in a good mood. "Ambassador Salhar, Dawnflower's Blessing be upon you. You honor us all with your presence."

Riley chooses to approach Lord Rothose with the air of a man out of his own element at this party - while his dress may be unusual, it's that of a warrior. "This certainly seems to be a lovely party. Although I must admit I do not miss attending such occasions regularly." Although he tries to seem casual, his eyes dart about to indicate remaining aware of the situation just in case...

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19

Ajax, sorry I am actually going to need a roll for this 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15
Senator Naran is an obese, constantly sweating man in his late sixties. He and his stunning bride wear very expensive formal attire: he wears a stylish gray-and-black suit and she wears an elegant royal blue gown studded with silver beads and glittering jewels. Naran wears a gold-pommeled silver rapier at his belt that looks like it’s never seen a real fight.
Yes, yes. A grand honor and all that. Sorry my boy, I am not here for pleasantries. Now stand aside.[/dice]
0/?

Tyr: Lady Darchana is a cold, pale beauty with piercing gray eyes and long blue-black hair. She wears solid midnight-blue wizard’s robes and a dazzling mithral tiara studded with rubies, emeralds, and sapphires. She appears unarmed.
[b]Yes, you may. Now you look like the sort that knows a little something about more eldritch endevours.
Tyr go ahead and roll Knowledge Arcana for you influence check. This counts as your Rd. 1 action.

Kyra Salhar is a heavyset man with a well-oiled hair and beard. He and his wife, the Lady Anilah, a Chelish woman, both wear matching gold-embroidered silk robes in the Osirion fashion, as well as a fortune in gold rings, necklaces, and other jewelry. Salhar wears a jeweled mithral short sword at his belt. Hmm, yes, I suppose I do, what does the servant of the Dawnflower offer? Other than the blessings of a goddess
Missed the mark by 1 Kyra, sorry.
Salhar 0/2

Riley:Lord Rothos is a tall, handsome man in his late forties, wearing formal attire and a black military styled longcoat bearing his family crest and many military decorations. A longsword hangs from his belt and the silverchased hilt of a dagger peeks out of his right boot.
Ah, wonderful! A fellow soldier please tell me the campaigns you have been involved in. I believe none of these fools have had any combat training. Impress me, soldier.
Riley you may roll, knowledge geography to gain his influence. This counts as your round 1 action.

Magora eavesdrops several conversations. You may choose to approach whom ever you wish. possibly aid Kyra?

Adaxis watches with crossbow aimed, I assume?

Magora has heard snippets of conversation amongst the various guests, and has a feeling that Kyra may almost have started to sway Ambassador Salhar.

Aid with Diplomacy: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

She steps up and helps reinforce Kyra attempts with what the Dawnflower may do to help Osirion if and when the Worldwound reachs this far.

@Kyra: Remember to roll twice on your Diplomacy rolls. The Honeyed Tongue spell lets you use the better of the two rolls. I was surprised when you missed you check with two rolls.

Knowledge Arcana: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

"Ah, you're right about that! You see, this girth o' mine... It's not really fat. I know, I know, they all say that. But me, I'm in training with the Bloatmages over in Kaer Maga. Using my own blood to enhance my magical capabilities. Blood, it's truly a magical thing, if you only know how to use it."

If T10 is explicitly counter-indicated by the scenario...

Sense Motive vs Senator: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (15) + 16 = 31
Perception to hear what's going on around me: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20 add +4 vs humans that are talking.

"I fear that it would be nothing you would be familiar with," Riley says. "I spent much time in the lands of the Dragon Empires, far distant from here. But with a quick history lesson you might be able to understand some of the conflicts I took my small part in with my . . . instructors." If permitted, Riley quickly goes into a quick discussion of the various minor noble houses of a recent war in Minkai, along with the battles - mostly urban - resulting.

Lacking Knowledge Geography, going to try to sub in History. If you'll allow, impose any degree of penalty you want.

Knowledge (History): 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23

@DaWay: I made a mistake on the Honeyed Tongue spell, as was pointed out to me. I will be the recipient of the spell as it has a range of Personal. I will include it on Magora's roles from now on.

Magora helps through the edge when talking to Salhar 1/2 Inflence checks made.

@ Tyr Hmmm, that is interesting but what school of magic do you study my dear tiefling.

@ Ajax: You since that the Senator is not here for any reasons involving the effort at the world wound. His ventures lay strictly in capitalism.

@Riley. That is truly interesting. Surely I did not expect to meet one from your land here. But tell me that is not a Tien weapon you carry. What has caused you to adapt to the ways of the Inner Sea.

Moving to Rd. 2. Please continue your discussions.

Ajax nods at the Senators words with a serious expression.

Perception Check: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (11) + 16 = 27 Ajax tries to follow the Senator's eyes to see who the Senator might be interested in.

"Of course Senator, of course. Business first. In fact, I just returned from a mission at Fort Portolmaeus after visiting Nerosyan near the Worldwound. The fort was low on supplies. Armies need supplies. Supplies get interrupted. Suddenly armies are willing to pay a premium for supplies to whomever can provide those supplies. It occurred to me that war, has got to be incredibly profitable for those suppliers. One has to think that whoever gets to choose the suppliers would prove to be a valuable ally, don't you think Senator?"

Sense Motvie: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (14) + 15 = 29 Going to try and use Sense Motive as a seeing eye-dog to steer the conversation

Riley chuckles slightly. "I must have been away for far longer than I realized, for my accent to have changed without realizing it." he jokes. "No, I was born in the Brelands, although I became involved with the Pathfinders after completing my training. There were certain . . . incidents with the nobles and it seemed prudent to take up other interests. I went to the East to try to document their fighting styles...perhaps ten years ago. It must be understood that instruction does not come at a price that can be paid merely in coin. I was required to learn more than swordplay. And, of course, I also had to assist in whatever insane endeavor the lord I served under wished of me, although luckily it was never as bad as it could have been. At the end, when the work was finished, we were able to part ways amicably enough, and I had integrated many of their techniques into my own."

He holds up the sword. "As to this, you have a good eye my lord. But you can be forgiven for not being . . . quite correct. If I may?" Assuming he gets permission, he unsheathes the weapon a few inches, revealing that, while the weight and balance of the weapon are those of the Aldori blade, there is a distinctive forge-line to set it apart. "The swordsmith who made this blade for me was most accomodating, since my original was broken and reforged beyond the point of repair. Truly a masterpiece, and it continues to serve me as well as my first blade. Perhaps better."

Presuming I need another diplomacy check: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25

Magora pleasantly surprised of the success so far with the Ambassador, listens and adds small helpful indicators to Kyra's parley with the Ambassador.

I would like to try using Sense Motive to see if there is anything else we can use to persuade the Ambassador with. Not sure if it will work, but it may help.

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21

Diplomacy to Aid: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21
Diplomacy(Honey Tongue) to Aid: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

Magora looks over at Ajax and sees he is still talking with the Senator, wondering what he is doing. Odd, I thought both of our discovery indicated that the Senator would be of no use to our cause. Ahh, I understand now, Ajax is keeping him occupied as we rally others to our cause. An unexpected twist to our plans, but it seems to be working. I will comment on his quick thinking later, if the time presents itself.

She turns away from Ajax so he doesn't think she needs his assistance at this time.

Adaxis does not carry a crossbow and does not aim it at anyone. He is waiting for Kyra to ask the captain for permission before stealthily climbing the rooftops at approximately 9:30 pm (after the guest speaker finishes) and only if the evening is uneventful (no combat). I stated this earlier but not very clearly.

@All If anyone wants assistance with knowledge checks of geography, nature or dungeoneering, please just ask me.

@Kyra Will you ask permission on Adaxis' behalf?

Adaxis keeps himself hidden in the shadows and doesn't speak unless spoken to (from 6:00 to 7:30 pm and from 9:00 to 9:30 pm). He observes the guests at a distance.

Perception: 1d20 + 19 ⇒ (9) + 19 = 28
Stealth: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (11) + 16 = 27

When dinner is served (7:30 pm to 9:00), Adaxis will sit and eat with his companions. Mousebane pecks at bits of bread from his plate while perched on his shoulders.

Adaxis, I'm sure we could use help on Aid Anothers.

@Adaxis: You might want to assist Riley. DM DaWay has asked him for Kn. Geo, and Riley has said he did not have that.

Adaxis uses his round 1 action to roll knowledge geography to gain influence of Lord Rothos IF allowed and aware of Riley's discussion with him. He will also try to get a sense of Lord Rothos' impression of Worldwound.

Knowledge Geography: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (18) + 14 = 32 includes favored terrain bonus

"I am a ranger that has traveled the realms far and wide. Please allow me some time to illustrate my exotic urban travels... What are my lords thoughts on the potential dangers of Worldwound?"

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9

Ajax noticed Magora turn her back and figured she was in control of her situation. Ajax was not so self-assured. Ajax was having trouble reconciling what he and Magorua had heard about Senator Naran. The man was clearly not here for the food and drink as was previously thought. The Senator had his mind on profit and war generated vast wealth for those who supplied the arms and armor. The senator was up to something and at present, Ajax figured his best opportunity to figure that out would be to tag along and keep an eye things.

Ajax was often suspicious and considered whether the food might be drugged or any mind control or illusion spells were in effect.

Rd. 2
@Ajax. He keeps looking at his beautiful young bride. He turns to you, and states, frankly War can be profitable but also expensive. I do not intend to do anything except enjoy the fine food and drinks that is provided for us not some silly political gamble that is not worth my time. With that he turns and leaves.
Senator Naran 0/0

@Riley Very well young soldier. Tell me your name so that I may make a report as to the fine soldier that impressed me.
Lord Rothos 1/1
Riley would you like to talk to anyone else?

@Magora: Close very close waiting for some other to help

Waiting for Tyr and Kyra to make a posts. Riley you and Adjaxis may post another action.

Riley gives Lord Rothos a bow of respect. "Riley Tralgador. Any title has long since lost relevance."

With that, the Senator and, in particular, his rapier catches the young warrior's eye. There are three broad reasons for bearing a weapon like that. The first is that it's for decoration, a sword that isn't serious or meant for killing, indicating an ego beyond the stars. The second, the jewelry is a disguise. This could hint at some hidden skill. The last would be enchantment - the realm of the serious duelist.

Briefly, Riley wonders which and gives the blade a closer look...

Perception to determine the quality of the blade. Lacking a discreet way to Detect Magic, presumably this will only reveal whether the weapon is Masterwork or if it's just got some fancy decorations to up the value: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Perception to determine the quality of the blade. Lacking a discreet way to Detect Magic, presumably this will only reveal whether the weapon is Masterwork or if it's just got some fancy decorations to up the value: 1d20+4

That certainly is a pretty sword.

Oops, sorry! Missed your comment.

"Me? My studies have always been in the art of Necromancy. It helps me understand blood magic, ya'know? I'm not into all that creepy 'raising the dead' stuff like some of those folks."

You just posted this " Yes, yes. A grand honor and all that. Sorry my boy, I am not here for pleasantries.

Now you are saying this:"I do not intend to do anything except enjoy the fine food and drinks."

So what does the Sense Motive of 29 tell me about the Senator's comments?

It tells you he doesn't want to do anything except eat and drink and does not want to have anything to do with the world wound. You also get the impression that he is trying to brush you off so that he can continue with his own agenda.

tyr influence knowledge arcana: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20

Wonderful my boy! We must speak more. I have never studied much necromancy. Too many people look down on it.

Adaxis waits in the shadows until one of his companions gets his attention and requests assistance.

So going back through all the posts so far, I think this is where we stand for this first part of the reception. Still waiting on a post from Kyra yet.

0/0 Senator Augustyn Naran of Andoran
Ajax

0/? Lady Vaelia Wintermark of Taldor
No interaction yet

0/? Lady Dyrianna of House Avenstar
No interaction yet

0/? Scion Lord Kerkis of House Damaq
No interaction yet

1/1 Lord Rothos of House Vastille
Riley and Adaxis

?/? Lady Darchana of House Madinani
Tyr (didn't see any indication of success or failure yet)

1/2 Dremdhet Salhar, the Grand Ambassador of Osirion
Kyra and Magora

Ajax returns to Magora, Kyra, and the others. Speaking so as not let his voice carry,

"Senator Naran is up to something. He has an agenda that seems motivated by profit. We certainly can't convince him to support the war, but without knowing what he's up to, he may be trying to sabotage it. Certainly someone here is going to be against the war.

In any event, it seems that each of the guests has some area that is of interest to them and is an avenue to secure their support. Perhaps if we have one person determine that area, then whoever among us is most knowledgeable in that area can give it a go."

Ajax pulls Kyra to the side,

"Kyra, our first goal is to secure support, but at some point when you have nothing else to do, I was hoping you might talk with Naran and see what his motivation is, just don't mention the war or the Worldwound as that seems to be to his disliking."

@Daway, So given Ajax is able to read Naran's intentions, what other skill might be used to get him to talk?

EDIT: Given my Sense Motive rolls against Naran, can I rule out that he is not under mind-control or an imposter?

Magora nods her agreement with Ajax and replies in a hushed voice,

"As the Second Spell Lord of Absalom and the Archdean of the Arcanamirium, I would think Lady Darchana could be influenced with discussions of Arcana and the Worldwound. That was why I suggested Tyr speak with her first. I am sure you have an immense amount of knowledge in these areas. Maybe you just need to put the weight of that knowledge to the test." she finishes with a smirk.

If I had to fathom a guess, based on other skills used to far by others, I would say Kn Arcana(Magic), Kn Planes(Demons, Worldwound), maybe even Spellcraft (as it has synergy with both the knowledges) or Kn Geography (I was reading the Worldwound book the other day, and there was mention of how the Wardstone reflect off the local geography so that only half of the area had to have Wardstones to work).

"Grand Ambassador Salhar seems to be turning to our side through the combined efforts of Kyra and my diplomatic endeavours of illustrating the benefits of working with us."

I have not been able to read from the posts any additional clues on how to sway him other than Diplomacy. I have tried to read him more with Sense Motive, but I don't know the results yet from DaWay. I am also thinking that when Kyra posts, she may be able to swing the last bit for Salhar.

Turning her head to Riley and Adaxis she continues, "These two have guaranteed Lord Rothos' support, well done you two."

I don't know how much more we can do before the dinner portion of the evening. As we only have the Knowledge checks from earlier on Lady Dyrianna and Lord Kerkis, I can only try to make educated guesses on the skills needed for them.

Lady Dryianna: She is half-elf with connections to Cheliax, Qadira and Elven families in Absalom. She has a network to help influence other citizens.
I would suggest Magora (Elven and from Cheliax) and Kyra (Cleric of Sarenrae which is big in Qadira), I am not sure of the other player's skills or connections that would tie to Lady Dryianna. Possible skills to use based on connections could be Kn Local (for any one of the three connections groups) and Diplomacy and Kn Nobility (Who the Courtesans interact with). I would suggest not bringing up her network unless we are having problems, not the sort of topic to bring up in a social setting.

Lord Kerkis: He is a human, and I am making an assumption based on our knowledge checks that he is Qadiran or has close ties to Qadira. Came with an escort from Lady Dryianna, so I as listed Kn. Nobility earlier because of the Courtesan, I would use it here also. Also with ties to Qadria, Kn Local may shed some insight.
I would suggest Kyra (Cleric of Sarenrae which is big in Qadira), I am not sure of the other player's skills or connections that would tie to Lord Kerkis.

Lady Wintermark: I still have no clue, I have read over our knowldge results and can't figure this one out. I still suspect she may be a red herring like Senator Naran.

Senator Naran: We did well on our knowledge checks with this NPC. "Learning this information allows the PCs to realize that they cannot influence Senator Naran." I think he is another red herring for our mission.

Lastly I would always say the use of Sense Motive and Diplomacy, and Diplomancy for Gather Information if nothing else. These are just my assumptions and could be completely wrong. I encourage feedback from everyone, as we need to work off of each others strengths.

Sounds good. I'll add that Bluff might also work as a substitute for Diplomacy to gain favor. If Adaxis has Human as a Favored Enemy, he gets a bonus to Bluff versus Humans and Half-Elves.

As an aside, I don't know if it was clear to DaWay, but I wasn't trying to "influence" Naran, I was trying to determine what he was interested in/up to. So apologies if it feels like I was wasting time. I brought up the war to get him talking about profit. My initial Diplomacy check was to Improve Attitude.

I was not attempting to make an influence check for the war, nor was I allowed to make any other skill check except to Sense Motive and watch his eyes (Perception). As mentioned, Naran is part of my faction mission so that is my motivation. I am certain I will need help from from others, as I would freely offer it if the situation were reversed.

Ajax-Naran does not want to talk. He is not here for those purposes. He has made his own agenda quite clear.
Senator Naran is deep in the pocket of the notoriously corrupt Lumber Consortium, and he has made a career of shifting political blame and avoiding making important political decision—like sending troops to Mendev. He is merely here to show off his beautiful wife and enjoy rich food and drink. He cares nothing for the Mendevian Crusade and sees it as a political gamble not worth taking. Learning this information allows the PCs to realize that they cannot influence Senator Naran.

Magora: Salhar’s support of the Pathfinder Society has been tested with the Ruby Prince’s recent dismissal of Salhar’s longtime advisor, the Sapphire Sage Amenopheus. In response, Salhar has made several public remarks condemning the Pathfinder Society for its hand in promoting such intrigue, going so far as to claim that the Society orchestrated Amenopheus’s dismissal in order to undermine his efforts. As a result, Salhar has a strong distrust of any Pathfinder and reserves a special distaste for Major Maldris and Lady Morilla, whom he views as complicit in the scheming; however, even he cannot deny what happens to empires that do not band together to face external threats.

Kyra has until tomorrow this time to post her actions. If not she will be considered a wall flower for the rest of the mingling hour.

As the meet-and-greet concludes, Damien Blakros thanks the guests for attending, briefly speaks about the threat of the Worldwound, and then expounds on several lengthy tangents detailing the contributions of the Hellknight Order of the Godclaw during the First and Second Mendevian Crusades. As the Hellknight’s initially thrilling speech begins to dull the guests, Michellia Blakros interjects to announce that dinner will soon be served and requests that the guests be seated. The feast itself includes seven courses of crisp greens, poached fish, seasoned game, and a selection of fine desserts. Servants continue to bustle about in the neverending quest to keep goblets full and move discarded plates to the kitchen. The master chef Domeros Prinitar proudly announces each course as it arrives.

We will move into round 1 of 2 of the dinner conversations. Go ahead and post your actions.

Here is a little help you can have gathered through your sense motives and observations

Lady Vaelia: history/nobility
Lady Dyrianna: diplomacy/local
Lord Kerkis: local
Lady Darchana: arcana
Anbassadir Salhar: diplomacy

Before the speech by Damien Blakros, Ajax finds Major Maldris and informs him on Naran asking for any further instructions.

Before the first meal is served, Ajax slips outside and casts Delay Poison on himself.

@Daway, am I correct in assuming that Bluff/Diplomacy are interchangeable, if so I'll use Bluff with humans/Half-Elves +7. If not, just substitute in the appropriate K. skill which would be +5

After some thought about Naran's interest in profit, Ajax remembers Kerkis is a financial man. With Kyra nowwhere to be seen, Ajax decides to talk with Lord Kerkis. Ajax keeps Ara close, commanding it to Aid him if necessary,

"Greatings Lord Kerkis, I understand you are the Lord Exchequer of the Absalom mint. Fascinating job. The economy of our cities is an amazing thing given the abilty of magic to replace many of the manual skills many earn their livelihood with. How will the war in Mendev affect the cities finances? I can only imagine the mint will be busy as its ever been."

Bluff check: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27 If Bluff doesn't work then Knowledge Local

Perception check on Naran: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (15) + 16 = 31

Sorry, just can't come up with anything to say..

Kyra maintains her polite smile although she winces inwardly. Well, she knew this would be a tough sell to begin with...

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17
Aaand the dice continue to dislike me, apparently. Ah well.

When told that dinner will be served soon, Magora will excuse herself to refreshen up. Once alone she will use another scroll of Honeyed Tongue.

Use Magic Device for Scroll, DC 24
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13 6 sec
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17 6 sec
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (7) + 11 = 18 6 sec
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12 6 sec
Dang it a 1... can't use that scroll for 24 hours

Frustrated with her first scroll, she replaces it and uses another.
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (5) + 11 = 16 6 sec
Use Magic Device: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (18) + 11 = 29 6 sec

She watches in satisfaction as the scroll crumbles to dust in her hands.
Ready to continue to the next phase of the evening, Magora goes back into the reception to find Lady Dyrianna and hopefully a seat near her.

@DaWay: Is it possible to sit near a couple of guests, or do you want us to just pick one guest? Not sure if we are sitting at round tables say with 6-8 chairs or possibly long banquet style tables?

@All: If anyone else wants to use the scroll of Honeyed Tongue that I flubbed up on, let me know. While I cannot use it for 24 hours, someone else could attempt to.

Ajax has a UMD of +4 and an INT of 14, so I don't if he can hit the DC, i'll have to look. But maybe Tyr?

EDIT: After checking, it looks like it can be bought as a 1st level Paladin scroll (awesome) and that means the DC is only 21, but you'll need an 11 Wisdom. Might be better if Tyr used it as his Diplo is higher than mine. But I think he needs to make two UMD checks because he doesn't have the 11 Wisdom.

EDIT EDIT: I see Magora bought the Bard version...

Tyr could do it, if you don't mind.

Not at all Tyr. It is an arcane scroll of Honeyed Tongue, so you should be ok. As you have higher than a 12 Cha, you only need to make the UMD DC24 check. Just don't roll a 1. ;)

Edit: I bought arcane scrolls of Honey Tongue (Bard 2), so it would need an ability score of 12.
To activate a scroll you need the following three criteria:

• The spell must be of the correct type (arcane or divine)[arcane for arcane caster, divine for divine casters]
• The user must have the spell on her class list (this can be UMD)
• The user must have the requisite ability score (this can be UMD)

Scroll Activation
Use Magic Device (Use a Scroll)

So for Magora to be able to use a scroll of Honeyed Tongue, it has to be an arcane scroll. The lowest level arcane version of the spell is Bard 2. Thus my cost and type of scroll purchsed. Thanks though for trying to save me some gold.

Not at all Tyr. It is an arcane scroll of Honeyed Tongue, so you should be ok. As you have higher than a 12 Cha, you only need to make the UMD DC24 check. Just don't roll a 1. ;)

Checking the Guide, it says this:

All potions, scrolls, and wands are available only at the minimum caster level unless found at a higher caster level on a Chronicle sheet.

So unless it's on a Chronicle, it looks like it has to be the 1st level Paladin version if I read that correctly. The good news is Magora saves herself 175 gp on each scroll!!!

Edit: Thinking about it more, it does make sense that you should be able to buy the Arcane version as opposed to Divine. Perhaps something that they need to clarify in the rules. Oh wait... I just needed to keep reading:

For the sake of simplicity, there is no difference between an arcane and divine scroll or wand in Pathfinder Society Organized play. Thus a bard and cleric may both use the same scroll of cure moderate wounds.

So it looks like Magora can use the Paladin level 1 scroll and doesn't have to buy an arcane version. Hopefully that's good news. Though I am not sure what ability score requirement applies.

Adaxis sits near Tyr at dinner and speaks in a low tone.

"Tyr, it appears Kyra has her hands full and forgot to ask the captain of the guards permission on my behalf to post watch on the rooftops tonight. Will you do me this favor? I grow bored and need some fresh air and a good smoke after dinner."

His voice then booms across the table.

"I sure could use some good dwarven ale to wash this delicious meal down. Between Tyr and myself, they won't have food left in the pantry for winter! Hahahaha!"

Forgetting his napkin, he uses the tablecloth to wipe his mouth.

Please forgive my manners, but Adaxis has a charisma of 5.

You can sit near any that you want however, you can only interact with one guest per 'turn'. And while Ajax makes a favorable impression on Lord kerkis he is unable to secure his backing (you cannot make the DC with untrained knowledge local.

Before he enters for dinner, Tyr pulls out the scroll that he was given by Magora and attempts to read it while the guests find their seats.

UMD DC 22: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (18) + 13 = 31

As the dwarf asks for his favor, Tyr listens intently. Quietly, he replies, "You wanna get on the rooftops all night and miss the party? Suit yerself, but I'm sure there's gonna be some great dessert for the pickin'!"

Tyr then lets out a loud belly laugh at his remark about food. Because, well, it's true.

He walks over to the captain of the guard on Adaxis' behalf. "Excuse me, sir, but I've got a question for ya. My friend over there and I were checkin' out the security of this place and while you all are doin' a pretty good job, the dwarf found a notable lack of guardin' from the rooftops. If you don't mind, he'd like to put himself up there to keep an eye out. Extra eyes in the sky, right?"

Rolling twice, taking the highest per Honeyed Tongue.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11
Diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

Pending Daway's approval

Ajax pulls out his Ascendance Day Cloak and hangs it from his belt. Ajax does not want to be tricked into shooting his fellow Pathfinders.

The guard agrees to allow the dwarf on the roof.

Go ahead and post your round 2 actions.

Ajax: Lord Kerkis finds your knowledge of the local economy of Absalom amusing. However he needs further convincing in order to open the pockets of the influential families to fund the war effort
Lord Kerkis 1/?

Tyr waddles back over to Adaxis and gives him the thumbs up.

He then proceeds to walk up behind Lady Dyrianna.

"So... This war is pretty rough, huh? It'd be nice if it could get wrapped up a lot quicker somehow..."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17
Diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17

Tyr waddles back over to Adaxis and gives him the thumbs up.

He then proceeds to walk up behind Lady Dyrianna.

"So... This war is pretty rough, huh? It'd be nice if it could get wrapped up a lot quicker somehow..."

[dice=Diplomacy]1d20 + 6
[dice=Diplomacy]1d20 + 6

Anyone want to aid him?

Riley slides in. "Unfortunately, that isn't as simple as it sounds. Troops require supplies or they cannot fight. The better equipped and fed they are, the better things will go for them of course."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21

Magora finds a seat near Ambassador Salhar and Lady Dyrianna and continues her discussion with the Ambassador for the first part of the meal.

"So if we are not able to push back the demons with decisive actions and combined efforts of all nations, the Fifth Crusade will fail. It would not be a matter of if the demons would come to Osirion, but when they would come. I feel you already know that what I say can only be true, and that your support of the Fifth Crusade only strengths the relations with the Ruby Prince and Absalom."

Diplomacy w/ Honey Tongue: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4
Diplomacy w/ Honey Tongue: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22

From her seat next to Magora, Kyra nods. "My colleague has the right of it," she adds. "My meditations of late have been plagued with visions of demons attacking, and I suspect I'm not the only servant of the gods who is receiving these warnings. I fear the time approaches when all must stand together, or be brought down one by one..."

Giving it one more shot, Diplomacy Aid Other to Magora
Diplomacy Aid Other: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (15) + 11 = 26