GM Bold Strider's PFS 00-04 The Frozen Fingers of Midnight (Inactive)

Game Master rpblue

Knowledge (religion); untrained: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Kostin holds back, waiting for others to move forward.

Delay

Round 1, Furious Focus, Power Att, OH Chop

Jake slides forward five feet and attacks a blue outlined Ulfen rower.

GA Att: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (5) + 12 = 17
GA Dam: 2d6 + 4 + 4 + 6 ⇒ (3, 3) + 4 + 4 + 6 = 20

Roland puts two arrows into the undead in the burial mask while Jake cuts down one of the rowers. The rower bleeds out ice before erupting into a flurry of snow which light coats the room.

Initiative:
1st: Kostin; Roland; Kalendir; Jake
2nd: Undead Leader @ 22 damage; Undead (#1-Red; #2-Orange; #3-Yellow; #4-Green; #6-Purple)
3rd: Graz; Roscoe; Tywin

Kalendir lets loose a twin set of arrows at the undead creature directly in front of him.

The red one. Provoke AoO[

Arrow 1: 1d20 + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (13) + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 20
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 2 + 1 + 4 = 11

Arrow 2: 1d20 + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (7) + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 14
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 2 + 1 + 4 = 15

+1 Attack / Damage from point Blank Shot
Precise shot to eliminate -4 modifier for shooting into melee
-2 modifier for rapid shot to fire an extra arrow
Weapon Focus and Deadly Aim -2/+4

The undead collapse on the vivacious humans in front of them. BRAAAAAAAAAINS...

Slam @ Jake-20 AC: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 4 + 2 = 25

Slam @ Roland-20 AC: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24
Slam @ Graz-18 AC: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17
Slam @ Jake-20 AC: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 4 + 2 = 14
Slam @ Jake-20 AC: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Slam Confirmation @ Roland-20 AC: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12

Total Damage:
Jake: Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4 Need a Fortitude Save
Roland: Damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Initiative:
1st: Kostin; Roland @ 26/36 HP; Kalendir; Jake @ 44/48 HP
2nd: Undead Leader @ 22 damage; Undead (#2-Orange; #3-Yellow; #4-Green; #6-Purple)
3rd: Graz; Roscoe; Tywin

Fort: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22

"It seems to be rather cold in here so let's get some assistance to warm us up shall we? Heh heh" Tywin awkwardly laughs.
He summons a small fire elemental which attacks a nearby frozen zombie(purple).
attack: 1d20 + 2 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 2 + 4 = 20
dmg: 1d4 ⇒ 4

After that he moves closer to use his lance at a nearby target should it move.
dc 11 reflex save or it catches on fire. The dmg it does is fire as well.

Round 2, Furious Focus, Power Att, OH Chop

Jake slides sideways five feet and attacks the Ulfen Leader.

GA Att: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (13) + 12 = 25
GA Dam: 2d6 + 4 + 4 + 6 ⇒ (4, 1) + 4 + 4 + 6 = 19

Roland steps up and shoots at the next undead (green) since Jake seems to have the leader under control.

Roland +1 Darkwood bow, PB, Rapid: 1d20 + 10 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (6) + 10 + 1 - 2 = 15 for dmg: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 1 = 8
Roland +1 Darkwood bow, PB, Rapid: 1d20 + 10 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (11) + 10 + 1 - 2 = 20 for dmg: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 4 + 1 = 7

Round 1
"Kevin ... attack"
The boar charges forward to attack the closest zombie ... orange
Gore: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6 for Piercing: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7

... Roscoe moves into position on the other side ...
Spear: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 1 = 19 for Piercing: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Kalendir fires two arrows at the rower Yellow

Arrow 1: 1d20 + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (6) + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 13
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 2 + 1 + 4 = 15

Arrow 2: 1d20 + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (4) + 10 + 1 - 2 - 2 = 11
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 2 + 1 + 4 = 12

+1 Attack / Damage from point Blank Shot
Precise shot to eliminate -4 modifier for shooting into melee
-2 modifier for rapid shot to fire an extra arrow
Weapon Focus and Deadly Aim -2/+4

Graz 5' steps forward swinging his chain at the feet of the Green Zombie (flanking with elemental). As the chain wraps round the creatures feet, Graz pulls it taut, upending the undead Ulfen man. [b]"While he's down, take him!" Graz shouts to anyone who will listen.

Graz Trip Vs Green Zombie, Flanking: 1d20 + 10 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 10 + 2 = 24

I assume Green is prone after that. Will take an AoO from him trying to rise (hopefully).

Jake cuts down the lead zombie in the burial mask as the rest of the Pathfinders aptly deal with the remainder.

After regrouping, the Pathfinders climb up the ladder to the deck of the ship. The soft glow
of sunlight again penetrates into this ice cave, and several braziers burn near the walls. A beautiful woman stands next to a simple chair, facing you. Other furniture in the chamber suggests that this is her private quarters. The woman looks you over as though judging a draft animal, and asks, “Have you come to work the oars? I am in need of more rowers.”

"No milady, we have come to lift a curse. We have brought the lantern to do so. We believe it should be here on this ship?"

It seems that you have found my beacon. Thank you for returning it. You can place it on the table by the door on your way out. Natalya states perfunctorily, waving off the Pathfinders.

"But erm miss? Could you undo the curse that has befallen our ally?"

I think not. This will be coming with us, with or without your consent.

"Zhere will be no more of zhis creation of zhe undead rowers for you! "

Roland supports Jake and Tywin in their discussion with the woman, hand firmly on his bow.

First, you bring my property back to me, then you ask me for a favor, but now you rescind the incentive. Rudely, I might add. If you wish to keep the Beacon, then by all means, however you will get no aid from me. chides the woman. She opens a book and begins to read from a bookmarked page, clearly ignoring the Pathfinders.

Kalendir attempts to discern if the woman is evil or not.

Afraid I know the answer to this as she has a boat of zombie's but none the less detect evil.

Will you aid our ailing companion if we return the beacon?

"Ahem ... My Lady ... clearly we have started on the wrong foot. If you would perhaps suffer our presence a little while longer? We are eager to find a solution that would please all of us. We have reason to believe that the lantern may be the key to removing the curse our friend Skelg is under. If you could perhaps help us with that, we may no longer need the lantern?"

Diplomacy: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (18) - 1 = 17

Feel free to assist :-)

The woman smirks at Kalendir and Roscoe. Skelg? I take it that he has fallen under the curse of the Beacon... She appears to ponder over their suggestion. Tell you what. You were strong enough to defeat my ex-husband Haldyr Bjornsson and his men below deck. If one of you remains with me and you leave the Beacon, then I will free the mighty Skelg from the withering curse.

"Well even with the lovely companionship of yourself, I doubt anyone would like to stay at this chilly ship willingly. Perhaps we could take you back with us through the portal or something? Anything to help Skelg, who would probably be very happy if you remove his curse." Tywin says trying to find other options.
diplomacy assist: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

I have no desire to leave this ship unless it is to my home in Irrisen and I can only return home with a suitable mate and the Beacon, now either accede to my small request or leave me to my solitude on this ship. I can say that I would make it worth your while as you would be treated as royalty in Irrisen... entices the woman.

"Zhis request for a mate is most unusual. However, if you cure Skelg of zhe ailment,
he no doubt will be grateful to you and could very well be willing to accept zhe offer of travel back to Irrisen. Fair, no?"

Graz just growls. "What Roland says makes sense to me. Get Skelg, and get back to Irrisen, and all you have to do is cure him of his curse. You win, he wins, we get to go home where it's warm."

"Your offer is quite unusual. Bring Skelg to my ship and then we can discuss the matter or curing your curse." states the woman plainly, the light flickering in the cabin.

I do not believe Skelg will survive the journey in his current state.

sense motive: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (3) - 1 = 2

Why is it you rise the deceased instead of allowing them to rest in peace?

If Skelg can't survive a little chill in the air, then he is not worth my time. mutters the woman. The men were worthless in life and apparently they weren't much better in the afterlife. It seems you have put them to rest. Why worry about their souls?

"It is Skelg's fate ... as it is his curse. We should give him the choice I think."

Roland smiles rapt the woman's last comment.

"Why worry about zhem? Really? Graz, I zhink we finally found zhe perfect situation for your unique social skills. Zhis woman seems like she needs a warm hug to warm her cold heart. "

Graz raises an eyebrow skeptically at that comment. "She is just an icy b$#@%, I wouldn't waste time with her. How do we get back to Skelg and ask him if he wants to come live with the Ice Queen here?"

"I think the portal is still open right? We could go back and ask Skelg about it." Tywin says.

If the party reaches a concensus he will move back to the deck, all too glad to leave this chilly boat.

The portal is still open.

Tywin will head on through and go see how Skelg is doing.

"Skelg, how are you? We found a certain mistress on the other end of the portal. Apparently she is the wife of Haldyr Bjornsson, who we found on the ship. She looks quite pretty, and apparently she has family here in Irrisen. But for some reason she is stuck on that ship. She is willing to remove the curse if you keep her company. How would you feel about that? Could you come with us? I'll support you so you can discuss terms with her in person."
diplomacy: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21

If Skelg agrees, Tywin will support him on the way back through the portal.

Roland just keeps an eye on the woman, still not trusting her or her frozen undead army.

Roland and whomever stays on the boat will see her causally reading her book. She offers you no food or drink or even makes an effort to host you.

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"Wi-wi-wife of Haldyr Bj-bjornsson? Th-that fool would have h-had her burn, if I hadn't r-r-raided his funerary ship..." the Ulfen man states. "Y-you lot just killed h-her son, Bengeirr."

"Well in that case you can make new sons with her...heh...heh...heh..." Tywin says as a bad attemp at a joke.

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Roland grows impatient waiting...wishing he had some sort of round device he could strap to his arm or wrist to tell him how long it has been. Maybe a small sundial or hourglass.

"Well, I suspect zhey will be back any time now. Zhen we can finish zhis business and depart, no?"

Graz shares Roland's impatience. "How hard is it to bring a bed-ridden man back here? Maybe I should go help?" asks the half-orc, perhaps not understanding the finesse involved.

The bed-ridden man seems to have lost his sense of humor and doesn't know what to make of the statement by the man. He just kind of looks oddly at you while he shivers.

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"Do what you wish. I'm sure my boat will be frozen longer than your master has time left on this earth." the woman waves off, not even glancing up from her reading.

"how do you plan to get your boat to Irrisen if it's frozen in place?" asks Graz warily to the lady

The woman clearly has a plan, however she merely shrugs as Graz finishes his question.

"Look she offered this deal... either you go to her and you can negotiate with her yourself and get rid of the curse... or we...well..we currently have no alternative. "

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Skelg shrugs "There are worse fates than keeping a woman of her beauty company..." The man shakily stands to his feet and moves to follow Tywin through the portal. The biting cold of the ship seems to agitate his condition even farther.

He reaches the cabin and the eyes of the sorceress gravitate towards him immediately. "I see you have brought him..."

Skelg half-heartedly smiles. "Hello, once more Natalya..."

Impatiently, she stands up and puts out her hand. "Alright, I shall fix this curse. The lantern, please?"

Roland was just about to go looking for the missing men when he sees Skelg appear.

"Zhis is most excellent timing. Now we can complete zhe task and Master Skelg can be cured and start his new life all in zhe same day. ."

Graz watches the lady Natayla carefully trying to ascertain if her intentions are good or ill against Skelg, but it seems like they know each other at least.

If it looks like she is making an attack or aggressive move, he will intervene.

not sure who has it, but I'm assuming we give it to her.

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Roland, like Graz, watches intently for any sigh of treachery in word or action.

"We have kept our end of zhe bargain. Skelg are you ok with zhis? If so, zhen lady keep your end of zhe agreement. . "

Perception : 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11
Sense motive : 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 1 = 21

Post PFS #s, Day Job Rolls, Initiative, Perception and any Purchases.

95737-4
Day Job Craft Bow: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19
Initiative +6
Perception +2

147934-10
Day Job: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18
Initiative +3
Perception +9
Purchases TBD (I am open to recommendations from my more experienced companions).

69739-4
Day Job: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13
Initiative +4
Perception +2

75247-6
Day Job: Craft Blacksmith: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (4) + 7 = 11
Initiative: +2
Perception: 0

# 119407-5 Dark Archive
dayjob caravan: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11
Initiative +2
perception Tywin-2, Graxus +6
Purchase wand of Mage armor with 2 pp

Need posts from Roland and Jake.

@GM How would you like me to handle my Role Dealer ability?

Role Dealer (Su)

Beginning at 3rd level, whenever the card caster randomly draws and throws a harrow card matching one axis of his alignment, the card's critical threat range increases to 19–20. If the card caster draws and throws a harrow card matching his alignment exactly, the attack's critical multiplier also increases to x3 and the magus gains a +4 bonus on his confirmation roll.

I have a Harrow Deck I can draw from, but is there a way you'd like me to do it so that you can see it online?

AFAIK, this ability doesn't work via PbP as there is no mechanism for it in the forum coding. I am asking IronHelixx (Online VC) if he has a suggestion for the ability. Hold off until this gets resolved?

If a week goes by, then I will figure something out.

Sounds great, thank you!

You do realize that threatening to kill someone is a crime, right? Especially when you don't even know if he has committed any evil act. I only ask because you are CG (Graz) and Graxus (LN). Good or lawful people don't generally go around threatening to kill everyone they meet.

Sure. But this is Graz's MO. Both the guards at the jarl's house and the harbormaster were holding out, and Intimidate is how Graz, a known brawler and pit-fighter responds. Other characters are built for Diplomacy, but he is not. There are times when physical intimidation isn't called for, but its just been two consecutive situations where it was. He won't threaten everyone he meets, and he won't actually kill anyone in cold blood, but Chaotic isn't Lawful. His approach is rough and tumble. He will offer to fight people (as he did with the guards) or scare them into submission (as he did with the Harbormaster) with no intention of killing them outright. Sorry if his role-play offends, and I can cut it back if it's a real issue, but doesn't seem that offensive to me.

I don't see his behavior as either criminal (borderline, I suppose, but so is picking certain locks) or against the Pathfinder code. It's just an effective means to an end. I understand why others of a Lawful bent might not like it, but that's what Intimidate looks like.

I think that that is perfectly acceptable. It's not offensive roleplay, but you haven't really given a reason why he immediately assumes he has to fight everyone.

For example, I mentioned that you move into the villa courtyard and see two guards. Your first post was the equivalent of "Let us in or I will have to kill you". No mention of being a Pathfinder or having business. The guards guarding the door were not holding out before you had even interacted with them. Same goes for the Harbormaster. You go into a place and the man brushes you off because he's busy. He runs a harbor and giving away information isn't in anyone's interest in Absalom. Try going to a local store and asking to see their records. It just won't happen.

I guess my point is that Intimidate is useful and I could definitely see your posts being awesome, but not when it is literally the first words out of your character's mouth when you meet a new person.

Food for thought. You can play your character how you like, obviously.

I copy you, boss. Appreciate the feedback and will tone it down some, at least let the Diplomacy fans have their time before Graz starts cracking heads and taking names.

Almost done guys! Let's try to keep posting!

I have no idea what we are supposed to do at this point. And neither does Tywin. He's not the type tobtake the lead :p

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Roland and Jake: Need Posts with Day Job and PFS #

Roland

pfs#9884-5

craft bows: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Chronicles!

Still need a post from Jake for his PFS # and Day Job.

Hope you guys had a great time, despite the missing Prestige Point. It was fun to GM after playing it with DM Rah.

Double-checking for Roland and Kostin.

Roland: Your PFS # is coming up as Grimdoc.

Kostin: Your PFS # is coming up as Allustan Stills-Allustan.

This ok?

Thanks for running it!

Sorry -# 9884-6

My counting skills were impared by eggnog obviously

Thanks for running it. I am sure there was a better way for us to resolve the endgame but seemed like we needed her alive to uncurse him. Was fun either way. :-)

Thanks for running! Had a blast on this one and look forward to playing with you again! Thanks to all the players as well!