Dm Mathpro's Crypt of the Everflame Game

Game Master mathpro18

The wolf runs looks back at Xeros and cries a little as he comes out of his agressive stance. He looks around at everyone in the camp. Its at this time that you notice that this wolf looks rather...undersized for what you would expect to find in the great Fangwood forest. Xeros with your check you're able to guess he hasn't eaten in quite a few days. He turns to leave camp slowly.

Anyone going to step up and try to feed him or are you going to let him leave?

Do we all know the wolf is hungry or just Xeros?

It does look like its starving, I mean its ribs are sticking out and such. But he knows the actual cause, the rest of you would be making a very obvious guess

she takes out a piece of boar jerky she has and walks to the wolf jerky in hand and places it on the ground before the wolf, and backs away.

Xeros motions to the jerky in Etna's hand showing the wolf that it is okay, then tries to wave over the wolf as he crouches down showing the little wolf that it is okay.

"Come on little one."

Andwell stands next to Tarvinda, perhaps just slightly behind, watching the wolf intently. He holds stabber, his short sword, at the ready.

It's times like this being the size of an appetizer is not to my advantage.

Neculai stands, watching the wolf with great interest.

Tarvinda smiles at Andwell, "No, this wolf is weak, we should be safe. Looks like Pia is making friends." She watches and relaxes her muscles, though she continues to hold her weapon just in case, she knows how quickly wild animals can turn.

The wolfs tail goes between its legs and it approaches the food cautiously. He eats it quickly and then whines that there isn't more but if anyone approaches to give him more he runs off into the woods.

She tries to give a bit more jerky to the wolf.

Tarvinda follows the wolf for a short distance, before it runs into the woods.

Hopefully the wolf finds a meal, one that does not involve anyone.

That wolf is so thin. It's starving out here. That could be me. Oh God! I'm starving. I'll never eat again. I'm waisting away and feeling faint. Ayeeeeeeeee!

I hope he stays safe. Lunch anyone?

Neculai, at the mention of food, recovers from his staring at the wolf's last location.

"I guess I could have a bite."

"I think you mean a midnight snack,
considering the sun is past the horizon and it's dark out."

You. Um. Tall folk, are so linear in you thinking. Just because we skipped lunch earlier does not mean we can't have it at present. Really now. Five full meals a day is barely enough to survive on. Seven is better. My o' my. I think I'm going to faint.

Tarvinda returns, putting her arm Andwell, she jokingly retorts, "No wonder Andwell, I thought I heard your stomach rumbling deep in the forest there. You really need to catch up on your meals...ha ha ha ... then you might be quiet once again .. ha ha ha!"

As wolf heads off into the woods Tarvinda you are able to see two more wolves off in the distance but they quickly follow the one that is running from camp and run off into the woods. As you gather around the fire for the night it starts to get rather cold and you are reminded of the upcoming winter. A light drizzle starts to fall and you quickly become chilled despite the fire, which is able to stay lit. Your snack consists of rations(unless anyone has actual food) and after about an hour you decide it best to try to get some sleep, though this cold wet weather doesn't really lend its self to that.

The next morning you guys awake to find a sun in the sky but it seems to be doing little to warm the chill in the air and there is a thin layer of frost on the ground.

she hardly notices the chill or the cold (5 cold resistance)

"Good morning everyone, hope you all slept well."

Brrrrr. A hearty warm breakfast would start this day off well. Anyone bring some porridge? Andwell chitters through clenched teeth, looking around with false hope to his companions.
This adventuring is tough. I'm sure this is a bad as it can ever get!

porridge is possible if someone brought a pot/cauldron and some oats.

"I think you just jinxed the rest of the journey.
And this is not chilly, Look at Xeros, he is not shivering."

Xeros stares into the forest as he eats wondering if anymore critters are about, but gets pulled out of his daze as he hears the new comer talking about how neither of them are feeling the cold this morning. He begins to stare at her, without caring if anyone sees him. He wonders...
Is she like me, but her beauty sticks out like assmair's would. Though there is something common between the two of us that I can't quite put my finger on. I wonder if she's like fealix or like me? May the drunken lord's dice land in my favor this day.

Hearing the chittering of the halfling's teeth the tiefling gives the little one a smile as he pulls out his wineskin, "The drunken merc always says wine with breakfast helps dull the morning winds from pentrating your armor. Would you care to dull this wind?" Xeros says as he holds up the wineskin in the air and then takes a drink.

"Alcohol in the morning is a bad idea,
As it has some not so great effects.
Like making a dull wind,
that can curl leather."

Ooooo. My 'o' my. Well now. I have always had a skill for making wind. He spouts, winking at Etna. I would surely enjoy dulling it's chilly embrace. Please and thank you Master Xeros. Andwell accepts a wee nip from his devilish companion.

"Just don't make wind near me, or you may make an angel instead."

"My lady the trick of wine for breakfast is portion control, just take enough to warm up and save the rest for a celebration such as enjoying a good breakfast with your friends and allies." He takes a swig of wine and gives the women a knowing wink. Then give off a chuckle.

"Hopefully the wine doesn't dull the rest of your senses and don't wine, if your caught in an embarrassing situation."

"Don't worry, it's just a little wine. A little wine never hurt nobody."

After eating his rations for the morning, Neculai offers forth a prayer to Iomedae, as the goddess of Valor and Honor. "You should know this one, Tarvinda."

"I do not pray for peace,
Nor ask that on my path
The sounds of war shall shrill no more,
The way be clear of wrath.
But this I beg thee, Lord,
Steel Thou my heart with might,
And in the strife that men call life,
Grant me the strength to fight."

Once his prayer is completed, and after a short pause, he speaks again. "So, what's on the agenda today?"

Tarvinda wakes, the cold making her shake as a wave of cold shimmies up her back. She looks at her armor, lying by her side, cold to the touch. "I'll take some Master Xeros, if you would be so kind." She adds water to her wine and heats it with a few herbs over the fire before drinking it. "Thanks you, it'll help, for when I have to put that on again. "

She listens to to Neculai as he sings his prayer, nodding as she recognizes it as from "Knight Grathnell's Orders for the Day in Iomedae's sight.", a common tome amongst the clerics of her god.

After the warming drink, she bows her head, "For justice and honor. As the sun brightens the day, My Lady, your example strengthens my resolve and hand to follow your example, as you laid out in 'The Acts'. This day will be glorious in your honor. Bless us all." After her loud prayer, she holds her head and is quiet for some time, in meditation on her god. You see she finishes when she looks up and starts to get ready for the day, putting on her armor and shield.

"Well, are you ready to go onwards? we have obligations to meet."

....

"Since I have to deliver the package in about a week,
Would you mind a hand in your quest?"

No one answered her question before the wolf came by.

@Etna, Tarvinda doesn't see why the party should take you along, I think you'll have more success with getting the men to invite you. No special magnetism between her and you I'm afraid.. I think a girly friendship can develop later, as you get to know one another. Least that's the way I see it, so fellas you falling under her spell so to speak!!!

come on, you know you want me to join the group.

Sorry, life's been getting in the way.

"Ah right. I knew there was something I was forgetting. I remember you asking a question yesterday. My answer is: the more the merrier. i don't know about anyone else's opinion, but I feel that one more person can't hurt."

"I hope, I can be use on your journey."

come on, you know you want me to join the group.

I know I do...really I do ... :)

Etna Venus Van Ash wrote:

come on, you know you want me to join the group.

I know I do...really I do ... :)

I was aiming at the whole party with that line.

Xeros is happy to share the blessings of Cayden with the group, "You provided us with a camp, I wouldn't mind repaying it with allowing you to join our quest. An extra pair of eyes are always welcome."

"I, Thank you."

Now that everyone is together the story can continue.

The day is still cold and it never seems to warm. There are thick clouds in the sky that only come into sight when the thick barren tree branches of the fangwood allow them to. You travel south through the forest and after about 3 hours of walking in the damp cool weather the trees begin to thin. A field of short, green grass starts to come into view and as you get closer you see the waters of a calm lake reflecting the overcast sky above. A dense fog hangs over the center of the lake, obscuring the far side. Near the shore of the lake, a dark form lies next to the water.

The trees begin to thin, revealing a field of short, green grass
that leads to the shores of a wide, calm lake reflecting the
overcast sky above. A dense fog hangs over the center of the
lake, obscuring the far side. Near the shore of the lake, a dark
form lies next to the water.

Those who want can make me Perception, Heal, or Knowledge local checks(see below for results).

Put out a little by the addition of this unplanned member of the official party, Tarvinda shrugs her shoulders saying with no enthusiasm, "Seems Pia you are coming along, just don't get in the way of our duty." She ignores the woman, as they get ready and start off once more.

Heal: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3
Know(Local): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (5) + 7 = 12
Perception: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (12) + 5 = 17

"A bandit with 87 freshly minted coins, and a Masterwork Shortsword."

Looking over the body
heal 1d20 ⇒ 10

Yep. He's dead. Dear o dear.
What's it all mean?
I need a snack

Tarvinda kneels down by the body, if only she could just remember, what was it? Just to jog my memory, I bet I'll remember it later, oh what was it...he mind wheels in turmoil as she tries to recall the relevant fact which would clarify and crystallize her thoughts. "I can't quite work it out ... ummm!"

Heal (untrained) 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14 if anyone those left can aid another on this, we'll hit the mark...

Perception: 1d20 ⇒ 17
Kn:Local:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19
Heal, untrained:1d20 ⇒ 3

"Wow, those coins are pretty new, and they didn't come from Kassen. These look like they came from Tamran."

Perception:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18
Knowledge(local):1d20 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 2 = 13
Heal:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26

"This poor figure was killed by some kind of venomous serpent." He takes out his dagger and points out the venom still dripping out of bandits meat. "See it's still there, even though this figure has been dead for a couple of months." He takes out his flask and sprinkles some ale on the the body. "At least you found your fortune before you died, beware my friends the ceature could still be around." Xeros looks around for a trail of the serpent tracks.

Perception:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13

Xeros you're pretty sure by the lack of any signs of the serpent that its long gone. You're also able to find a set of fairly worn foot prints that lead through the grass and off to the west a little bit.

"This Man likely died weeks ago."

Xeros puts away his dagger, and looks at the trail. As he starts to follow it he looks back at the group, " I found a trail, probably leads back to his camp. Any one else want to follow?" He says as he starts moving down the trail.

Survival:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18
Stealth:1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14

Xeros and anyone that desires to follow him will find a deserted camp site that looks to have been used about a month ago. You also find some items laying abandoned. Make me a knowledge local check to try to identify them.

Know(local): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21