Darkest Corners volume 2

Game Master Harakani

One more player could certainly work. Did you get around to ask Spooky?=)

As of a week ago Spooky is off the grid... again.

I did, but he says no.
Sad to hear something happened to him again.

I have come to the realization that I really really like the (Empiricist) Investigators skill bonuses and perks on almost everything : )

I apologize for being absent for so long. This last month has been hectic to say the least. My girlfriend took ill and I have been taking care of her with what time I have. Things are slowly improving and I am getting back into my games as my time becomes available.

I'll be doing catchup today and will see about getting a post up tomorrow. I had a rough last night and am exhausted.

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Glad to have you back Laurestine!
Sounds like you're having a rough time of it.

Welcome back :)

I hope it will all turn out for the best!

I've talked to Sefu, and he is stepping down.

Dire tidings indeed. Do we want to look for an replacement - which will probably be easiest to fit in between this mission and the next ?

I think so, yes.
There's still two big encounters in this mini-adventure. We seem to be going pretty slowly, so I'm not sure how long that is.

Till then: You guys can tell Sefu what to do and I'll have him do it.

@Laurestine: How are you travelling?

Hmm. It would be useful if Sefu attempted to kick in the door again a few times after Ophelia has been at it for like 20-30 seconds

Shall we open recruitment? A cleric, oracle or inquisitor would come in handy even if Sefu and Laurestine return and I am not that confident that will happen...

It's true. I'd rather get 2 people and have 5 than be at three again.
My only reservation was bringing them in.
I don't want to do a recruitment and then have people waiting around.

I imagine, at this stage they could arrive as we explore the house and afterwards be assigned to our squad.

The only time it is not feasible is during combat and this combat should be over before the recruitment is finished.

What are we looking for? One divine caster type and one warrior type?

I'm still here, it's just my employment has had me working so blasted early that I am just exhausted when I get home. I my schedule is returning to normal by Wednesday so I will get back to posting.

So sorry for being absent for so long.

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Sorry guys, just realised I hadn't put the third floor shop up in the campaign tab.
The various halflings & young 'uns aren't on the map; consider them wherever you like behind the counter, moving away from you.

M'kay : )

Castor, you're up

Okay, we're about 1/3rd of the way through the second last encounter - do we want to think about starting the recruitment?

I apologize for my absence, RL got complicated more than expected.

Yes, let us start a recruitment as soon as we decide what we need.
I would say we are looking for martial and divine classes and 2-3 people.

Whew. I have had a trying few weeks. I currently do project work for my employer which had me walking miles in the hospital where I work (I should know, I used a pedometer!). Couple that with a 2 hour round trip commute every day and it makes for a lot of tired days. That project has now ended, and my new project has me a lot closer to where I live. This will be conducive to being less tired, plus less driving time.

I am recuperating from last week (which was pure chaos) and would still like to continue, though I will leave it to all of you if you want me to stay.

As I rest and regroup I find myself wanting to rejoin the games I had to put on hold since I am getting my overall energy level back to what it was. It has been a most trying couple months, but I made it through.

Basically, does everyone want me to remain? I'll understand if the choice is made to replace me, it is a game after all. With that said, I do enjoy quality entertainment, and I like this game a lot.

Thoughts?

I am ok with you remaining. But I reckon we still need at least two players.

@Laurestine: Feel free to come up to the room: there is a racket being made that could be heard two stories away (Thanks to Super Sefu).

@All: Perhaps two more players is a good way to go. Any suggestions on how to pitch this?

@Castor: don't worry about precision from your trait either way from the last shot. First time you've used the Trait I'm happy to give a little bonus :)

I'll get caught up and post soon.

Two is good : )

As for pitching it, I'm not sure. Invite them to take a look at the game so far - and the predecessor ? =)

I missed the part about it being precision damage - I am sorry...

No problem: easy to miss.

Which floor is everyone on? And is everyone's position updated?

Which floor is everyone on? And is everyone's position updated?

I'm not sure actually =)

3rd floor. I think positions are about right, but there are a number of children and halflings behind the table. The room is currently enfogged.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Hallelujah chorus.

Okay: We're past the rush, sorta...
I've got visitors coming until the 4th. Still hopeful to be able to be able to post, though.
How is everyone else looking?

Lookin' good : )

I have some random chaos and stuff up until the 8th, but I think I have time to post now and then!

I am sorry for my long absence - the end of a year was kind of busy...

Gameplay post incoming when I go on lunch in just over an hour.

*Boing!*

Nice to see people back :)

But as previously mentioned, I have some stuff (pair of reports) eating most of my time and energy until the 8th. If Ophelia is needed to act before then, she'll just to a generic attack.

Things have been chaotic for me as well, struggling to keep up a bit.
My birthday is on the 8th, my son's party is on the 10th, so might be a bit intermittent anyway.

No problem...

Sorry Castor, I managed to miss that somehow.

No problem... ;-)

*Boing*

Back : )

GM, I (finally) checked the focused shot feat.

Focused Shot (Combat)
Your anatomical insight adds deadliness to your shots.
Prerequisites: Int 13, Point Blank Shot, Precise Shot.
Benefit: As a standard action, you may make an attack with a bow or crossbow and add your Intelligence modifier on the damage roll. You must be within 30 feet of your target to deal this extra damage. Creatures immune to critical hits and sneak attacks are immune to this extra damage.

Nothing in th edescription says it is precision damage (the same way critical hit is not precision damage). So I guess it should be available even inside the mist (as critical hit is).

Huh. They pretty much redefine Precision damage, but don't have the classifier. Guess you're right - sorry about that. Makes it much better, actually.
Alright, how much extra damage should you have done?

I did a quick search on the forums and it seems like most agree that it isn't actually precision damage. So pew pew : )

I fired three times. But I am not sure I was able to hit with 19 (but probably yes as you asked me if the bolt was silver). It is 5 extra damage per hit. So it is either 10 or 15 dmg total.

Okay, added that damage all to this last shot... Damn.

I will post tommorrow at the latest... I am sorry for slower reaction time.

I apologize in advance for not posting recently. I lost my job which has led me to scramble to get things in motion to keep my bills paid. I will be getting a post up tonight to keep things moving.

Once again I apologize. Life throws a curve ball every now and again.

WOW, that is terrible Laurestine. I'm really sorry to hear that. I know you said you were hoping the new project was going to make things easier.

@Valerain - Auch! That is certainly harsh. I hope things work out as smoothly as possible!

@LV: I wish you good luck getting a new job!