This is a report of the notable archaeological items discovered in the lost colony of Taldor—estimated to have been established shortly after the founding of Corentyn in 1520 ar—uncovered by the Athenaeum in Kharijite.
Item 1: Ancient broken Taldan clay pots.
Item 2: A ruined building manufactured in ancient Taldan style.
Item 3: Four Taldan statues depicting the founders of the colony.
Item 4: Two golden lion statues.
Item 5: A large statue of the god Abadar.
PLAYER HANDOUT #2: OPENED LETTER:
PLAYER HANDOUT #3: INTERROGATION REPORT:
Inmate: P66742—Niara Cremden
Identification: Female human
Occupation: Maintenance at Aspis headquarters
Plaintiff: Ianareth Alazario
Charge: Unlawful communication of inside trade information discussed between the plaintiff and the inmate’s employer
Information: Successful interrogation—inmate admitted having overheard the plaintiff state that Aspis agent Kitio Aspenthi would be performing covert operations in Aspenthar for the foreseeable future at the organization’s behest. Inmate acknowledged being in violation of her employment contract by sharing this information with parties other than registered Aspis agents and collaborative contractors (i.e. the plaintiff).
PLAYER HANDOUT #4: INTERROGATION REPORT:
Inmate: P66759—Raleri Zetryl
Identification: Female human
Occupation: Ship laborer (suspected Pathfinder agent)
Plaintiff: Ianareth Alazario
Charge: Willful disruption of a lawful exchange organized by the plaintiff between her affiliated organization (i.e. Aspis Consortium) and a contracted third party (i.e. Order of the Rack)
Information: Unsuccessful interrogation—inmate expired before confession could be obtained. Original exchange between the interested parties (i.e. transfer of one Bell of Obedience from the Aspis Consortium to the Order of the Rack) resolved normally.
PLAYER HANDOUT #5: GENEALOGICAL RECORDS:
Last documented Davian figurehead: Lannavia Davian, Duchess of the southern Hellcoast and matriarch of her House
Lineage: One male heir, Hekerius Davian
Following the Battle of a Hundred Kings in 4639 AR. House Davian suffered almost complete annihilation at the hands of their empowered rivals, House Thrune. Davian properties were seized and redistributed among Thrune loyalists, family histories were destroyed in Clarity Pyres, and all potential heirs to Davian lands were executed.
Historian’s Note: Evidence suggests that Hekerius Davian was adopted into House Dralneen, a minor noble house loyal to Thrune, in the event that hereditary claim to the southern Hellcoast were ever disputed. If my sources are accurate, the late Hekerius Dralneen and Hekerius Davian are one and the same, meaning that Hekerius’s only legitimate child— Paracountess Zarta Dralneen—is the last remaining heir to the Davian title and estate.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
"As the sun returns each day to the skys above, surely so will the inquistor soon return." agrees Oggil.
He leads the group out the eastern door (the one closest to our contact) and then as quickly as possible out the main doors.
"After all the work we had to do to get here it would certainly be a pity if we were ruin everything after saving Zefiro and his friend's buts... So yeah I guess protecting them is in order... And yes, that half wit asmodean torturer should be back any minute by now so let's scram!" Magni says somehow sounding mildly amused by the situation the party finds itself in.
Are there any other preparations you wish to make before I activate the chase scene?
Be warned that this chase scene is somewhat unique.
Amusing or not, the party is pretty clear on one thing. Get themselves and the prisoners they rescued as far away as possible! Of course taking some time might just aid or hinder them.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
In order to escape Ostenso, the PCs must make their way to the rendezvous point at the southern docks before the interrogator mobilizes the guards to apprehend the fugitives. Fortunately the Loyalty Day festivities are still in full swing, providing the PCs ample opportunity to sow chaos throughout the celebrations and, by doing so, delay law enforcement’s pursuit.
Chase Scene Explanation (unique):
This scene functions in many ways like a chase (Pathfinder RPG GameMastery Guide 232), taking place over several cards that represent key obstacles. This differs from a traditional chase in three key ways.
First, each card obstacle represents a distance of several hundred feet covered over the course of 1 minute, not 30-foot intervals.
Second, the PCs and pursuers move as two groups rather than as individuals. Finally, the obstacles do not require skill checks to overcome; rather, they present opportunities for the PCs to upset the celebrations and slow down their pursuers. Success is measured less by whether the guards catch the PCs than it is measure by how long it takes the guards to reach the finish line.
What actions Can you take?:
During each phase of the chase, each PC can attempt one full round of actions to cause disruptions—sufficient to attempt one of the suggested distractions on the card or use the aid another action. However, the PCs may need to dedicate additional attention to helping injured companions move quickly. For every character traveling with the PCs whose movement speed is 15 feet or lower, each PC suffers a –1 penalty on checks attempting to cause delays. For every unconscious member of the group, this penalty increases to –2. Casting spells while weaving through the crowds is difficult, requiring a concentration check (DC = 10 + spell level), and the PC takes the above penalties on these concentration checks.
Zefiro and the Bellflower captives focus on escaping and do not create distractions.
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The start of the Chase!
Due to your actions, you have a 2 round headstart
The Bloody Nail::
This is the starting point for the chase and does not have any special opportunities for the PCs to cause delays.
Free Meal::
A group of Asmodean priests distributes free food to pedestrians, emphasizing it as House Thrune’s gift to the loyal. The PCs can sow chaos in the food lines with a DC 16 Diplomacy check to request food and then toss it to the hungriest-looking spectators, a Combat Maneuver against a CMD 16 check to snatch food trays and send them to the back of the line, or by throwing an alchemical item into one of the cook pots (AC 9). Any of these actions cause the queues to break down as citizens begin complaining and rushing the priests out of order.
Parade::
The runaways cross the path of a Loyalty Day parade, complete with floats, banners, and dancers. The PCs can bring the parade to a halt with ranged attacks against AC 15 that deal at least 6 points of damage to the various decorations (multiple attackers can contribute to this total), a successful DC 16 Acrobatics check to barge through the marching lines, or by casting any conjuration spell of 1st-level or higher to create an impediment.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
Free Meal"
Oggil works his way through the crowd. However the hunger of the steet children, hanging back from the priests tears at his soul.
"As the mother must feed her children, so must I help those in need." he mutters, grabbing a tray of food and sending it towards a group of young beggars.
CMB:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19
Parade"
"As the ducking follows its mother, so you must all follow me!" cries Oggil as the dwarf starts to expertly work his way through the parade.
acrobatics:1d20 + 10 ⇒ (7) + 10 = 17
Glad they escaped from the Nail without incident, Samildanach spies the oncoming Inquisitor and does his best to help their weary captives free from the grasp of the heartless Chel.
"We are ahead, let us keep it that way!"
---FREE MEAL---
As they run, the ex-pirate watches Oggil help the crowd and stops to do likewise, letting Zefiro and the Bellflower's push on. Pushing into the line, the Half-orc approaches one of the priests.
"Please sire, for my sick friend, he needs some food!"
diplomacy:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16
Taking his plate, Samildanach distributes it amongst those needy at the back of line, to the annoyance of the crowd.
---PARADE---
Through the distribution line, Sammildanach sighs as the parade goes through their path. Thinking quick, he hoists his enchanted Trident and hurls it through on of the Parade floats, collecting it on the other side.
The chaos that ensures from free food is bad enough but now that the stakes are high, th pathfinders cuts loose. Giving up food to the back, drawing attention to where the food goes. Food that flies and the infamous queue cutting. All fo these if brought to the fore as Nithrun and friends creates a network fit for termites as people shove each other just to get their hands on free food as the priests look on to no avail.
As for the parade, things were looking up until the party came along and brought things down...............literally. Ballons exploding in midair and some apparently loaded with confetti makes looking through this mess incredibly difficult.
Chase Scene Begins. The inqusitor gets his stuff together.
Supply Delivery: :
The PCs come across a wagon loaded with supplies for the celebrations. They can stall oncoming guards with a successful DC 16 Handle Animal or wild empathy check to panic the draft animals, a successful DC 16 Disable Device check to unhinge the wagon and send it rolling down the street, or successful DC 13 Strength check to throw the supplies everywhere.
Powering on through the Carnage they have managed to cause, Samildanach looks over his shoulder to see the Inquisitor still chasing after them and he growls softly. "I knew we should have planned an escape route!" he calls out, looking for an alley to dive into or the like. Seeing nothing, he stops as he sees supplies being loaded onto the wagon and attempts to rush them, spilling their contents out onto the streets.
Strength:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9
Unfortunately, his aim is off and all he manages to do is bump off some crates before continuing his run.
PFS #222040-1 Male Halfling Bard 2 HP 17/17 | AC 19/15/15 | Fort 3 Ref 8 Will 4 (+2 fear, +4 well versed) | Init +6 | Perc +6 | CMB +0 CMD 14 | Rapier +2 1d6 | Lightbow +6 1d6 (+1/+1 PBS) | Performance 1/9 | Spells L1 3/3 DC 14
Strength:1d20 ⇒ 8
Still trying to outrun his pursuers, Nithrun tries to throw the wagon's supplies into the streets. He finds that the supplies were heavier than he initially thought, and he hurries forward in order to avoid being detained.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
Oggil gives a good solid shove to a cart as he goes past it.
STR:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10 <- I guess we are not allowed to take ten on these due to distraction? If we are, then Oggil will happily do that.
Their best attempts aside, the party notices that the inquistor's group despite their familarity with the place, are stymied by their earlier attempts.
Unfortunately it is obvious that they can't keep up the pace and are likely not to have delayed them anymore from here.
Chase Scene:
The Bloody Nail:
Free Meal (x): Inquistor
Parade (x):
Supply Delivery (o):
Asmodean Service: Party
Asmodean Service: :
An Asmodean religious rite begins at a major intersection. PCs can sabotage the service with a successful DC 16 Bluff or Knowledge (religion) check, a successful DC 14 Climb check to disruptively scale the impromptu temple, by channeling positive energy in another deity’s name, or by casting any enchantment spell of 1st-level or higher. The outrage and confusion draws the guards’ attention away from the PCs’ flight.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
climb:1d20 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10
Working his way through the crowd, Oggil tries, and fails, to leave a disrupted mass in his wake. However his obscure references lead more to confusion than disruption.
Chase Scene:
The Bloody Nail:
Free Meal (x):
Parade (x):
Supply Delivery (o):Inquistor
Asmodean Service (x):
Street Performance: Party
Nithrun's quick escape leaves the temple in an uproar as affronted priests way laid the Inquistor's party with veiled threats against interlopers and heretics, it is a credit to the Inquistor as he deals with them swiftly and decisively.
They are catching up!!!
Street Performance: :
The fugitives pass a street-side band that has gathered a crowd by playing Chelish anthems. The PCs can crash the performance with a successful DC 16 Perform check, a successful DC 13 Dexterity check to weave through the crowd, or by casting any illusion spell of 1st-level or higher. These actions stir the audience into a disorderly mass that clogs the avenue.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
Oggil takes a moment to appreciate the street performance, and then starts trying to weave his own way through it.
dex:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
However his wide frame doesn't help here and he keeps stepping on toes.
Samildanach curses as he sees the Inquisitor gain and then his eyes light up as they enter an Asmodean prayer service. Coughing and putting on his best preacher accent, the Half Orc begins to quote from his own Patron's scripture, mimicing the style of the Priests of the Devil-God in order to sow confusion.
Bluff:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
STREET PERFORMANCE
At a winding street performance, the ex-pirate breathes deeply and pretends he is on a swerving ship t sea, desperately trying to avoid people as he swarms across the deck.
Chase Scene:
The Bloody Nail:
Free Meal (x):
Parade (x):
Supply Delivery (o):
Asmodean Service (x):
Street Performance (x): Inquistor (x)
Fighting Pit (): Party
Samildanach's cursing dosn't seem to do the trick and it's clear the inquistor's party isn't stopped by the party's petty tricks to delay them!
His attempts at the street performance is even worst! It's agood thing he wasn't delayed himself!
Their pursuers find themselves mired in the Service due to Nithrun's interfence but the inquistor engages in some quick tongue lashing that leaves the chief complainers reeling back in shock!
Unfortunately they too find themselves stuck in the crowd and might take the some time to extricate themselves. They are getting too close for comfort however as Zefiro looks back and curses.
"By the sweet sliver sword! They're gaining on us!"
Fighting Pit: :
With guards blocking the main streets, the escapees cut through a tavern that’s hosting a boxing match in its fighting pit. The PCs can provoke a brawl that spills into the streets with successful DC 16 Intimidate checks, melee attacks against AC 13 that deals at least 6 points of nonlethal damage (multiple attackers can contribute to this total), or by casting a spell of 1st level or higher that deals damage to a single target (such as magic missile).
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
Oggil runs up behind a man, giving him a rabbit punch on the way though.
"Inquisitors are coming!" he cries, spreading the alarm.
Magni quickly summons flames around his hands and throws them at the gladiators:"The flames of ASMODEUS HIMSELF WILL CONSUME YOU BLASPHEMERS!" he shouts...
Barrelling into the Tavern, Samildanach notes Oggil's deft blow and Magni's flames with approval before squaring up to the bar's obvious champion, his muscles flexing beneath his scale and priest's robes.
"I hear yer a coward that buys his fights, that right?" he spits at the pit fighter. "My lad over there tells me." he indicates one of the bar's patrons on the other side of the room.
Chase Scene:
The Bloody Nail:
Free Meal (x):
Parade (x):
Supply Delivery (o):
Asmodean Service (x):
Street Performance (x):
Fighting Pit (x): Inquistor (x)
Docks ():Party
Docks::
The final stretch takes the PCs down Ostenso Harbor’s docks. PCs can attempt DC 14 Swim checks to throw off land-bound pursuers, DC 16 Stealth checks to reach their destination unnoticed, or DC 13 Constitution checks to just sprint the distance.
Magni's actions catches everyone action and Oggil's low blow heightens the tension in teh air but it is Samildanach that starts the ball rolling with his deft accusation. Sure enough the entire room breaks into a huge brawl!
The Inquistor's men finally makes it through the crowd and immediately into the brawl that quicky expands to capture anybody else who is just unlucky enough to be within range.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
Seeing the guards coming behind, Oggil dives into the disgusting harbor.
Rushing through the bar, Samildanach smiles darkly as the Inquisitor gets caught up in the bar brawl. Reaching the docks, he wish he knew how to swim...
con:1d20 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 1 = 18
Managing to simply power through, he uses his experience to dodge past dockhands and shout when he needs too.
Chase Scene:
The Bloody Nail:
Free Meal (x):
Parade (x):
Supply Delivery (o):
Asmodean Service (x):
Street Performance (x):
Fighting Pit (x):
Docks (x): Inquistor (x)
Rendezvous Point: Party
The sight of the boat cheers the party up however their quarry isn't to far behind either!
In the distance closing in you see the Inquistor and his retinue closing in! In the lead is the Inquistor himself! Followed closely by 2 of his guards. Seems like the rest couldn't keep up.
Rounds to prepare 1d3 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2 before combat! The final encounter!
PFS #222040-1 Male Halfling Bard 2 HP 17/17 | AC 19/15/15 | Fort 3 Ref 8 Will 4 (+2 fear, +4 well versed) | Init +6 | Perc +6 | CMB +0 CMD 14 | Rapier +2 1d6 | Lightbow +6 1d6 (+1/+1 PBS) | Performance 1/9 | Spells L1 3/3 DC 14
When the inquisitor nears the end of the docks, Nithrun casts a spell to make the floor on which he was running slippery (Reflex DC 14 or fall prone). He moves closer and begins to perform as soon as his allies are ready to attack.
Dwarven monk-8; HP 76/76; Re-roll@+3(+6 FJC) 1/1; Stunning Fist 8/8 (DC18); Ki 8/8; Wand CLW 38/50; AC 20(24 w/mage armor; Fort +10(+12 vs poison); Ref +10(evasion); Will +12;Extra +2 vs spells, +4 vs enchantments; Init +4; Perc +16
Oggil will stand between the rest of the group and the inquisitor, making himself a target for any spells or missiles that might come the groups way.
As they reach the end of the docks, Samildanach curses as their boat isn't prepared for them to make a quick departure. Spinning on his heel, he spies the Inquisitor getting closer and he holds up his symbol aloft as he calls upon Gozrehs power to bless his allies in the combat to come!
"King of the Storm! Bring forth your power and guide our arms true!" he calls, before touching the symbol to his chest, causing the skin to harden like the bark of a great oak.
Good point Nithrun, except you might want to check the map....but just in case.
Inquistor Reflex 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 2 = 17
Guard Green1d20 + 1 ⇒ (11) + 1 = 12
Guard Blue 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 1 = 10
Also Magni might want to check the map? They may or may not be in range? Especially where you are atm.
Round 1
Magni Stonebow
Samildanach The Dread
Nithrun
OSTENSO GUARDS x2
INTERROGATOR VASENTI
Oggil Redhand
With his spells already cast, Samildanach comes round the corner of the building with his Trident and Shield held ready, a sneer on his face at the oncoming Inquisitor and his lackeys. Gripping his Trident tightly, he stands in a ready stance and waits for them to approach, preparing to strike should they get in reach.
PFS #222040-1 Male Halfling Bard 2 HP 17/17 | AC 19/15/15 | Fort 3 Ref 8 Will 4 (+2 fear, +4 well versed) | Init +6 | Perc +6 | CMB +0 CMD 14 | Rapier +2 1d6 | Lightbow +6 1d6 (+1/+1 PBS) | Performance 1/9 | Spells L1 3/3 DC 14
I see the spell wouldn't have been possible at that range, so I'll cast it in front of where Samildanach is waiting for them if possible, or take it back if not. Then perform (+1 attack and damage to everyone) and also readying an arrow for the inquisitor when they get within 30 ft. (before reaching the grease).
