GM Faelyn's Evergreen Scenarios (Inactive)

Game Master Faelyn

Round 2, Group 1 Recap

Golangar slings another bolt of his tangible darkness, but it once again merely splats against the wall. Sune steps up and swings in the general location of the imp, but in her anger she just misses the little creature; apparent by the yelp of surprise she hears coming from the devil.

Round 2, Group 2 is up!

Sune suddenly hears the rushing of wings and feels a sharp prick on her arm as the imp appears next to her, his stinger jabbed into her left arm. "Hah! Happy now?!"

Attack Sune: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21
Stinger Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 1 Sune, please roll a Fort Save DC13 vs. Poison.

Group 1 - Golangar & Sune. Group 2 - Juhnavi, Imp, Rerois, Neseth, & Syllyn.

Syllyn moves closer and attempts a disarm attack to knock the box out of the imps hands:
CMB to disarm + rage bonus: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 3 + 1 = 14

"Drop it you fool before someone decides to stick you with something a lot larger than your stinger."

Just a reminder, Syllyn, you'll provoke an attack of opportunity from the imp unless you have Improved Disarm.

I know. I'm willing to take that chance just for the pure Chutzpah of the thing. Remember the -1 AC for rage. I'll update my tag line.

An Imp has 0 reach so I don't think it can make attacks of opportunity other than when opponents move into or through its square.

-Posted with Wayfinder

If the disarm works, Neseth will make a dive for the box

If the previous attempt fails, Juhnavi will also try to knock the box away from the imp.

disarm: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10

-Posted with Wayfinder

Sounds good, Syllyn, just wanted to double check. Juhnavi's, that is a very good point! I didn't think about that. I will just double check, but I think you are correct. Unfortunately neither attempt is successful, though Syllyn was very close...

Verified no attack of opportunity against Syllyn.

Neseth will use his Hydraulic Push against the box.

Hydraulic Push: 1d20 + 1 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 1 + 3 = 10

Syllyn maintains the Inspiring Rage BTW.

Rerois steps up to the shattered glass, Syllen's pulsing drumbeat amplifying his anger at the misbehaving fiend. He reaches out, looking to grab the tiny devil and deliver its just punishment.

Accepting the Raging Song, +2 to Str and Con, +1 to Will, -2 to AC
Move 5' next to Sune
Grapple imp
Grapple: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
Hope the concealment goes my way. If so, both me and the imp are grappled.

Just a reminder, Sune, I still need a Fort save from you.

Round 2, Group 2 Recap

Syllyn attempts to bat the box away from the imp, striking the box soundly and eliciting a yelp of surprise from the little; however, it is just barely able to maintain its hold on the box! Juhnvai and Neseth both attempt their own disarming, but are likewise unsuccessful. Rerois steps up and grabs hold of the imp, causing the little creature to yelp. "Put me down, you oaf!" It hisses at him...

Imp and Rerois gain the Grappled Condition.

Round 3, Group 1 Actions!

"Finally!" Sune yells as the creature reappears, though she flinches as its stinger catches her.

"Now hand over the box!" she says sternly, as she steps back and swings at it with her pole arm.

fort save: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (13) + 3 = 16

naginata: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 141d8 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Seeing the imp safely in hand by Rerois, and after Sune swings at it, Golangar says "You may as well surrender, devil. You will not win this, and can spare yourself some pain by giving up."

Intimidate: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3 [ooc]LOL[/iooc]

Round 3, Group 1 Recap

Sune delights in finally being able to attack the impudent little minion; however, her pole arm just barely misses! Golangar attempts to intimidate the imp; however, he only succeeds at making it laugh at him.

Round 3, Group 2 Actions

The imp attempts to jab Rerois with his stinger, but utterly fails to penetrate his thick armor!

Attack: 1d20 + 8 - 2 - 2 ⇒ (7) + 8 - 2 - 2 = 11

Rest of Group 2 is up!

"Pile on!" Syllyn attempts to join in on the grappling. He ceases his inspiring rage song, but the effect lingers on for a couple of rounds.

Grapple +1 inspiring rage: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 1 = 8

"Shifty little thing!"

Disarm: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

Juhnavi uses the side of her starknife to knock the box out of the Imp's hands (hopefully).

If it falls to the floor, she will grab it.

Syllyn attempts to avoid Rerois with holding onto the imp, but seems to simply get in the way! All the while, Juhnavi uses the distraction to lean forward and knock the box free from the astonished imp's hands! It clatters to the floor near her feet and she immediately scoops it up.

The imp cries out in defeat. "No!" He tries to pull away from the large man, but simply slumps in Rerois' arms. "Yes, you’ve bested me, but I don’t wish to leave so soon. Take the blasted box, and tell Mistress Dralneen I deserve what comes my way."

Combat over!

Neseth will pick up the box.

Does anyone really care?

Unless someone objects he will then bring it back to Zarta with out ceremony.

Rerois carries the devil to Lady Dralneen. "Milady, your misbehaving servant is here for its punishment. We will return the box to the Archives forthwith."

"Look at all the time you've wasted!" Sune says impatiently to the imp as she rips the box from the floor.

Without waiting to discuss things further, she takes the box and strides out the door.

"Thank you," she says to the Paracountess, slightly concerned she may have been too abrupt previously.

"I believe we are finished here."

Syllyn is tempted to give the imp a boot for embarrassing him, but... well that's what imps do. And then there's the possibility that he might miss and embarrass himself further.

Zarta greets the Pathfinder recruits with a cunning smile as they exit her bedroom, box and imp in tow. "My heroes." she adds sweetly. She levels a look at the imp and removes a pair of silver shackles from her desk, clasping them around the imp's tiny wrists and takes him from Reois. "Kreuvus, what am I to do with you?" The imp hangs its head without another word as he is set on top of the desk.

"I hope you all enjoyed the view from in there. You are all welcome to spend as much time in there as you like. I always enjoy private company." Her gaze lingers on Rerois particularly as she speaks. "Unfortunately, knowing Ambrus I am sure you all have a lengthy list of tasks to complete before the days end. You can all feel free to return to my bedchambers any time." She winks and flashes a carnal grin. "Until, farewell Pathfinders. I ache for the moment when we get to see each other again."

Feel free to wrap up any RP you guys want here and then we can move on! Where to next?

Neseth considers the lady's offer for a little bit before thinking better of it. He then address the group.

"So, where to next?"

"How about the curio shop? That sounds interesting!"

"Juhnavi had mentioned wanting meeting with Dremdhet Salhar, I believe."

"Your decor is quite interesting, I'll say that, Miss Zarta," Juhanvi replies.

Golangar gives Zarta a long, lingering smile, then walks out with the others.

"Salher is fine with me, though I think I'll come back later mistress."

Curio shop is fine with me...

"What is taking everyone so long!?" Sune asks, exasperated at the wait. [b]"She clearly wants to have finished yesterday.

So, Curio shop? Or Salher? Looks like there's two for each option right now.

Salhar was the final consensus.

Salhar works for me.

Either is fine with me.

Sure, Salhar.

Salhar, then. Sorry, I thought I was voting for the consensus.

Okay, Salhar it is! I will get a post up shortly.

Sorry for the delay folks, had to respond to a very nasty vehicle crash involving a semi-truck on fire. We had to shut down one of our highways for several hours.

The group of recruits arrives at Salhar's opulent mansion without too much delay. As you reach the tall, wrought-iron gate, you are greeted by a guard who seems to be expecting you. "Please, follow me." He unlocks the gate, ushers you through the gate and through the immaculate lawn, and escorts you all to the front door.

Once inside, a servant approaches. "My master sends his most humble apologies as he will not be able to meet with you personally. He has been called away on important Council business; however, he asks that you speak with his most trusted advisor; the honorable Amenoephus. If you will please accompany me." The servant escorts the group down well-decorated hallways that open up on either sides into expansive, lavishly decorated rooms.

After a few minutes, the group arrives at a simple study near the end of a long hallway. Inside, a tan-skinned old man sits behind a desk flipping through pages in a large tome. Scraps of paper jut from the book marking over two dozen different places. As the group approaches the open door, the wise sage silently gestures the PCs into the study with one thin hand, while closing the tome with the other after finishing what he was reading. Once the PCs are all inside the study, he addresses the group.

"Good day to you, Pathfinders. I am Amenopheus, the Sapphire Sage, advisor to Master Salhar. I understand you were sent here to discuss archaeological permissions. Knowing this was coming, I spoke with Master Salhar at length on the subject and have this to say.

Master Salhar remains impressed by the Pathfinder Society, orating in their favor a handful of times in front of Absalom’s Grand Council, in fact. Due to previous relationships between him and the Society, Master Salhar has agreed to grant permission to the Pathfinder Society to explore his family’s vaults below Sothis. The only thing he requires is that you retrieve the map of the vaults from his own vault here. The servant will lead you to the basement and show you the room." The Sapphire Sage’s eyes twinkle as he smirks knowingly, then he turns back to reading his book as though he had never been disturbed.

"Well, then. Seems like a simple matter. Exactly how large are these vaults?"

"Yes... and if we can slink in, find some useful items, and get back out, all the better. Best not to disturb this man and make an enemy of him for the society, don't you think?"

Sune has a hard time listening through the background and instructions of their new task.

So much talking!

The sylph, as always, seems impatient and eager to move on.

"We'll get it done! Thanks!" she says as she heads toward the basement, taking the lead.

"So if we retrieve the map, does that mean we personally will get to explore the vaults at Sothis?" Juhnavi asks the Sage.

-Posted with Wayfinder

Amenopheus glances back up at the questions. "You shall have to determine that for yourselves, Master Syllyn. Pathfinders often find themselves in positions where they do not know much about a location they are tasked with exploring. That is part of the excitement. Wouldn't you agree?" His gaze turns to Juhnavi, and shares a knowing look with the young woman. "I suppose that is entirely up to the Society and your superiors, dear. If you can complete Master Salhar's request and retrieve the map, then perhaps your accomplishments will shine favorably upon you. The future is difficult to predict, though some may try hard to do so than others."

Juhnavi nods thoughtfully and turn to follow the servant.

As the servant leads them, she asks him, "So have you been in these vaults?"

-Posted with Wayfinder

"The vaults of Cheliax are often patrolled by devils. I wonder what these Osiriani use as guardians?"

"Mummies, sometimes. Probably not in a frequently used family vault, though."

-Posted with Wayfinder

After leaving Amenopheus’ study, the servant brings the group back through the spacious estate, leading them down sturdy stone steps into the cool basement. "I have not. I do not know anything beyond my instructions to escort you to the Vaults." Down a hallway, after a couple turns, the party ends up at a plain wooden door. The servant opens the door, gesturing to the room with a bow, and waits silently for you all to enter.

A plain stone room contains three chests: a copper-banded chest of smooth, dark wood; a red lacquered chest; and what looks to be a cube of solid steel. Behind the chests sits a low table holding a clear glass jar half full of liquid and a covered wicker basket.

Syllyn smooths his crest, wondering what the big deal is. Is there some kind of passage out of here or is this all there is to the vaults? I thought vaults are supposed to be big.

"Well then, in we go."

Detect magic on the three chests, glass jar, and basket.

Sune did not need Golandar's prompting to enter the room, having already gone in.

"Chests? What is this? A puzzle?"

She moves to examine them more carefully.

perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14