GM Dak - PFS First Steps: III - II - I (Group 1.1) (Inactive)

Game Master Dakcenturi

Tree Whisper will gladly pay the fee but he is a bit wary of someone who has a vendetta against the Pathfinders.

Maybe we can negotiate?

That's not good but we can't let one of us be a bad father and tarnish the society !

I understand your anger Captain, but if your father gave you his wayfinder it's because he loved you very much. A Pathfinder will never let his wayfinder to anyone except those of absolute trust or love.
Not all Pathfinder are good men, but all are men of trust and loyalty. Even if he quit your house, at the end by giving you His wayfinder he came home for you and your mother.
That's the truth,, on Abadar's name

Said Maxime to the woman

She looks to Maxime "You can say what you want..." She lifts the wayfinder up off her chest "This little trinket is a useful tool and that's about it. It's served me well at sea so I keep it." She turns away and shrugs "I don't care to talk about my father or the Pathfinders any further. We set sail in 2 hours. If you want across on my ship it's 35 gold for the lot of you."

She walks off to see to other matters leaving you there to decide.

"If we split the cost it is not too great of a price for us to pay. I say we take ship with her. Perhaps we can change her mind about the nature of our organization along the way simply by setting a good example."

I agree.

Said Maxime hoping to change the mind of the captain about his father and the Pathfinders.

Arnthoth digs into his belt pouch, checking his coin. Seeing that he has enough, he nods to the party.

Ok so sounds like you are going to be paying the 6 gp per person then?

Everyone on board you set sail for Escadar. The journay is scenic but uneventful allowing you some time to relax and get some rest after the long days of travelling cross country. The trip takes about 12 hours in total before you reach the port at Escadar.

Sure

Yep, I'll gladly pay 6 gp.

Tree Whisper is unused to the water and spends most of the trip with his head hanging over the side.

Maxime tooked 6gp from his purse and add them to those of the others.

As a Noble Taldan, he was used to spent some time on waters, but it was nevertheless very happy to see the port of Escadar.

Getting to port in Escadar, Sumore bids you fairwell as she hurries to tend to her own affairs. On shore again you take some time finding the waterside tavern called the Grindylow’s Goblet where Rees is meeting with the gillmen. He sends word of your arrival to the gillman embassy in Escadar to notify them you are ready to meet. At Grindylow's Goblet the sounds of a busy tavern echo off the wooden walls of this unusual building. Resting precariously over Escadar’s harbor, the Grindylow’s Goblet offers an unequaled view of the water. In the bar’s center, a thick glass aquarium presents a striking display. Within the tank, a coral statue of a goblin with the lower body of an octopus hosts a school of colorful fish that flit about the nooks and crannies of its tentacles.

Thick wooden planks support the tavern floor as it stretches out into the harbor, offering a splendid vista of Escadar’s harbor. Wooden walls and doors make up the tavern’s construction, and several torches fill sconces that cast the tavern in normal illumination. Two human servers busily provide food and drink to the tavern’s half-dozen patrons, and a striking woman tends the bar.

Map updated

Happy to be on ground Maxime was even more happier when going the the Grindylow's Goblet.

But, he remembered his mission and begin to scan the crowd to see if anyone was evil or looking suspiscous

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16Sense Motive: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

after all, they had a precious relic on them.

Detect evil for any 5HD evil caracter or cleric of an evil deity or outsider(evil) or undead

Tree Whisper defers to their friend on where the contact should be.

"I believe lodgings have been arranged for us."

Benevolence will look over at Nester Rees and baring any objecting looks will lead him up to the bar.

Place yourselves on the map and let me know if you aer doing anything specific.

Reaching the tavern Rees finds a table near the aquarium and takes a seat to wait for the gillmen who he will be meeting for the trade. There are a few other tavern goers, but for the most part it is reasonably empty.

Assuming at least one person goes with Rees, Benevolence will go up to the bar and order a drink.

"I'll take an ale. I believe a Mister Drenge has arraigned lodgings for us. Also do you have a boy? We've got a quick errand we need run."

Please, add some wine for me Benevolence.

Asked Maxime. He stayed near Rees, protecting both the man and the relic.

When all of his comrades are sitting he said

Be careful of the bartender, the women is evil. She don't look suspicous, for now, but being too careful is not being too rude... So be aware of any suspicous behavior of her.

cant access map right now but I'll stand behind Rees

cant access map right now but I'll stand behind Rees

Moved your figure for ya.

Maxime is at Rees' right

Bot me please

Maxime is at Rees' right

I went ahead and moved you on the map, and put Yamada on Rees's right.

Benevolence will end up ordering a round of drinks for her party.

A few minutes after everyone gets settled the gillman party arrives. Smaller and more low-key than the party the Pathfinder Society sent, the gillman contingent consists of only two Low Azlanti, a man and a woman. The male bears a delicately wrapped bundle of cloth, apparently around the Azlanti relic, while the woman acts as bodyguard. Seeing Rees they come over to the table the man carrying the bundle introduces himself "Ah, Mr. Rees your reputation proceeds you. I am Shoalo and this is my companion Ahrmisa." he motions toward the other gillman with him who remains silent and stoic.

Shoalo sits at a table and places his package before you. Ahrmisa stands behind him, eyeing the rest of the party suspiciously. Shoalo continues "Please place your item on the table for inspection." As Rees removes the artifact and places it on the table Shoalo hands over his artifact. He takes only a cursory glance at your offering before bundling it back up.

As Shoalo is wrapping up his, Rees takes his time examining the artifact.

Anyone wanting to can make an appraise check on the artifact can do so either on their own or to assist Rees

Rees-Appraise: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (17) + 11 = 28

Benevolence, not wanting to overshadow the Gillman party will stay at the bar rather than hover over the table.

Maxime stay focus on the evil bartender barely looking at the newcomer except for saluting them.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20
Sense Motive: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

Arnthoth sits quietly at the table, sipping an ale, and watching the proceedings.

Tree Whisper stands quietly behind Rees, watching the gillmen to make sure they don't do anything funny.

What are we currently waiting on?

Giving everyone an opportunity to do something

As Shoalo starts to stand to leave, Rees shouts out "It is a fake! They are trying to dupe us! Get the real artifact back.." As soon as this occurs the bartender drops a glass that shatters.

Round 1
>Maxime, Bartender, Ahrisma, Chochok, Arnthoth, Benevolence, Shoalo, Yamada

sorry for the delay !

Maxime stood up from his chair, drawing his falcata and try to protect Rees from any arm.

I try a reposition maneuver to put Rees out of reach of the two Gillmen. Behind Maxime

Reposition Maneuver: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (14) + 4 = 18

I don't know that you can reposition an ally, as the text reads you are basically attacking them. If you can point me to the rules that say otherwise I would appreciate it. As a side note they don't appear to be threatening Rees

I had assumed I could do it. In this case I change my action (keeping the roll)

In hope to not spill any blood, Maxime stood up from his chair, moved to the two Guildmen and try to grapple the one who looked like a fighter the red one on the map

Then he said to the bartender

In Abadar's name stop your actions or you will face the consequences

Move action : stand up
No action : 5ft. Step
Standard action : grapple
Swift action : smite evil on the bartender

Maxime moves over and grabs hold of Ahrisma. The bartender laughs at Maximes threat and begins casting a spell. Moments later webs spring forth in the north section of the bar trying to grapple everyone in the area.

Reflex saves from Maxime, Arntoth, and Chochok.

Reflex: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

Ref. : 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 1 = 20

Evil can't touch me ! You will pay for your actions.

Benevolence will draw her No-Dachi and cast Bless.

Ref: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Tree Whisper will move out of the webbed area and draw his earth breaker, heading towards the bar. (double move to the bar drawing earth breaker along the way)

Ahrisma struggles to get free from Maxime's grip.

CM: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Still stuck she continues struggling. Chochok, unhindered by the webbing moves toward the bar while drawing his massive weapon. Arntoth stuck in the webbing attempts to get free.

Let me know what you are doing Arn. Need a Combat Maneuver or Escape Artist check to free yourself from the webbing.

CMB: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 5 = 24

Arnthoth breaks free of his bonds and moves toward the gillmen while drawing his axe.

Seeing has his friends seem to have the bartender covered he moves up behind the gillman facing down Maxime and draws his katana, striking with both hands.

1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 3 + 2 = 22
1d8 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Confirm?

1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 3 + 2 = 21
1d8 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Arntoth breaks free, drawing his weapon and moving toward the gillmen. Benevolence casts Bless and draws his weapon. Shoalo, finished packing up the relic tries to make for the door.

AoO from Arn and Yamada

Yamada cuts down Ahrisma with ease.

Round 2 (after AoO)
>Maxime, Bartender, Chochok, Arnthoth, Benevolence, Shoalo, Yamada

AoO: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22
Damage: 1d12 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

Arnt takes a swipe at the gillman as he passes.

Don't forget about bless.

He ! I tried to keep him alive !

Said Maxime to Yamada. Then he moved to the bartender, drawing his falcata.

double move just behind Chochok

Maxime moves for the bartender who steps back and covers her eyes as she finishes casting a spell. Some of the candles in the room burst in a bright blast of light.

Rounds: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Will saves from everyone (DC15) or blinded for 5 rounds

WILL 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15

Will DC15: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

This time, Maxime was surprised by the flash of light !

It's Cheating ! In Abadar's Name !

Will Save: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (5) + 0 = 5

Will: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Arnthoth cries out as the light stabs at his eyes.