GM Silbeg's PFS 5-22 Scars of the Third Crusade (1-2) (Inactive)

Game Master Silbeg

Ehr'lynd clears his throat, "Before we fully begin with presenting our evidence..., he looks at Kruune, "I would be interested to know how we both lured you here and ambushed you, and yet we also tracked you here and then attempted to silence you. You have claimed both, so I would like to know which statement you claim is true."

Krunne merely grins at Ehr'lynd's questioning, and calmly replies, "I am not a criminal, so I don't know the 'correct' terms for what you all did to me. All that I know was that you came here, found me, surprised me, and tried to kill me. The terms are less important than the attempted murder."

There is a good deal of nodding and muttering in the crowd with his response.

Rafael clears his throat, 'this better not blow up in my face like every other idea I've had lately.'
"I will do my best to explain my perspective here. We have in fact never seen this man before. Also, we were not in the area during the first spree of murders, meaning someone else here to night was responsible for them and for those that have happened since. Now, it is obvious to all who can see that Ekira is dressed as a member of the Third Crusade," 'Ehr'lynd I hope I remember all you said correctly...' "We all remember the witch hunts that happened then, doesn't this seem familiar? What everyone has told me is Ekira showed up in town and then murders began. She has also been extremely vocal in condemning members of a organization she despises as the murders. In fact she has been suspiciously passionate and zealous about condemning these individuals. I believe this man, Krunne, is the criminal who committed the crimes so others could be framed. He has the guile to steal other's weapons, to sneak around properties, and convince people of lies."

"Sheriff, as you inspect the note we were given, that led us here, think about the handwriting. Does it seem familiar? Does it match other pieces of evidence that Ekira has brought forth for these cases?"

"Lies, all lies."

Celeste looks over Mr. Kruune's coat for a missing button.

If she does not find a missing button

"Also, they found the body hanging from a tree out in the farmer's field. Well, the torture that poor person went through did not happen at the farm I can tell you that for sure! There simply wasn't enough blood any where near that poor tree. The person was tortured and murdered elsewhere, and then had his body placed hanging from that poor tree for all to find."

The sheriff responds to Rafael's accusations, "Mr. Sebjorn, Ekira is not the one under investigation here. Additionally, I know her handwriting, and this definitely not match it. Your point do make a good point about the handwriting. That does seem suspicious. May I ask, who you think did these nefarious deeds?"

Then, when Celeste presents her information about the button matching those on Dalton Krunne, the sheriff replies, "Well, it is true that they seem to be of similar make, this is merely circumstantial evidence... he could have passed through the area at any time. I am sorry, I do not see this as being important evidence." Ekira seems to be agreeing with his estimation of the evidence.

"I can only deduce Dalton Krunne or someone with whom he keeps company has done these deeds. Ekira, I believe it is time for you to bring forth your eye witness of one of the murders. No one has seen this witness, and they could shed much light onto this matter."

Tobias Luin clears his throat, and says, "Mr. Sebjorn, you just presented me with the documentation of the eye witness, and we just agreed that it was in the same handwriting as the other notes. Ekira gave the letter to me, which I gave to you, and you gave back to me. If you know of any other witnesses to the crimes, that might be good to bring up."

"I talked with the owner of the general store the other day when I was in getting my hair done, and the next for my nails. Nice guy - Orug. He mentioned that he witnessed the second murder - outside his store front. He described the suspect as tall (maybe even taller than him). He said that he went out to confront the person but got taken down."

"And people keep mentioning a guy asking questions around town. A "tall, thin Chelaxian man, with short trimmed hair, and a small patch of beard on his chin."

Kali pulls the notes from her pack, finds the letter given to her that led them to the farmhouse. She looks to Mr. Krunne, then turns to talk to Sherrif Luin and Erika, handing the Sherrif the letter.

I am a historian by trade. While recording the happenings of the past few days, I made a few notes that may shed some light on this situation.

The Pathfinders came to the area on the orders of Venture-Captain Jorsal of Lauterbury. Here is a copy of the missive that initiated him sending a team to your area.

She hands over the initial letter sent to the Venture-Captain.

I failed to ask. Are there Sarkorian ruins in the area? If so, are they near Otto's farm? You indicated the Pathfinders were at the farm earlier on the day the first murder occurs. When I interviewed the Pathfinders, Grunsch noted that they hadn't quite gotten to digging, yet, but they figured it would be on one of the farmsteads outside of town. Farmers around here are always plowing up interesting things.

Per your account of the situation, Sherrif Luin, the most incriminating' piece of evidence was the anonymous letter Erika received from a concerned but frightened citizen identifying the Pathfinders as the murderers. I would ask to see the letter, and if it matches the handwriting on the other letters.

She checks over her notes.

I think that is all that would help this investigation

Ehr'lynd collects himself and begins speaking in a near monotone, "Sherrif, I think once we are done talking to you, it should be clear who needs to be arrested in this case. Regardless of Ekira's overzealous and archaic accusations harkening back to the witch hunts of the third Mendev Crusade, you will find more compelling evidence when you don't go looking for a scapegoat in the Pathfinders before the investigation begins. Cooler heads will prevail here."

Ehr'lynd looks at Ekira before continuing, "We have spent some time talking to your residents, the very people you trust. So not listening to the stories we have to share would be akin to ingoring your own citizens. Please keep that in mind as well."

Ehr'lynd stares down Kruune" Kruune here is also new to town, that is a known fact, noted by a number of your own citizenry. He too has been asking questions about the murders and the accused Pathfinders, a fact also noted by many locals. If not being a local and asking questions is reason enough for accusations of our company, the knowlege that he too has been asking just as many questions should be just as compelling a reason to point fingers at him. But as it's not, we shall continue on to more relevant materials of the evidence before you.

He smiles pleasantly to the sherrif, "In regards to the evidence. I know that you have several local children that were eye-witnessess to the mutilation of the body. They have claimed only a single person involved with the crime. It should be intruiging that only one person was seen in that situation, not a group. In fact, as it should be clear to all of you, having a large group of individuals is hard to cover, which is interesting considering that today you have accusations of one against such a large group. Also noted by these eyewitnesses, was that the assailant was a tall man. This was corroberated by Orug, who even noted that the person was taller than he, quite a feat indeed! What makes it more curious is that to-date, the only person accused with blood on his hands was a halfling. Interesting..."

He smiles before continuing, "Now, I am aware that the Pathfiner's weapons were found at the scene of the crime. While I find the weapon at the scene of the crime circumstancial at best, and more than likely a plant, it is very curious that just yesterday one of our own had one of his weapons stolen immediately before another murder. What makes this situation more intriguing is that all of us have solid alibis. The five of us were in clear sign of Ekira the entire time, and Rafael here was being assailed by a group of your citizens for asking too many questions. So if the murderer clearly cannot be one in jail, and is not one of us, who could it be? At this point I would again consider the eyewitness descriptions of the murderer and Kruune here. Lastly we come to the written testomony... Ehr'lynd points to the letter sent to the Venture Captain, "We have three letters, one to a Venture Captain of the Pathfinder Society, one to you Sheriff Luin, and lastly, one calling us to this very house, a house where Kruune here brutally stabbed a Rafael here. Ehr'lynd points to the fresh blood. "At this point we knocked out the assailant Kruune, and find ourselves here. I know you're smart Sherrif, and you just want to protect your village, so please look at the evidence you have in front of you. Consider your own eyewitness accounts from the people you trust, and tell me, have you seen a more clear cut and dry investigation in your life?"

Ehr'lynd finishes as smugly as he began, crosses his arms, and waits for a reply.

Ekira seems to relax somewhat, and states, "Yes, I think you are right, Kali Sung. You and your team are innocent, having been set up by what appears to have been a tall, Chelaxian man."

All of a sudden, a cry comes out from the crowd as Dalton Krune, now mostly healed, has drawn a knife and drives it into Ehr'Lynd!
mwk dagger vs AC14: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21 Knife Master: 1d4 + 2d8 ⇒ (3) + (6, 3) = 12
"Accuse me will you? Then die, you fools!"

Idris is the only one of the pathfinders that was able to notice the movement quickly enough to react. Ekira yells out, "You all take care of him! Luin and I will get the mob under control!"

Idris is up!
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Knowledge: Local

See slide 7. Note that the sheriff and the inquisitor have moved off, and are busy controlling the crowd. You all are fighting Krunne alone. Note the details on the map about leaving the 20' square. All except Idris were surprised.

Idris smirks, stepping behind Krunne.

"You have made a mistake little man. Gloves are off."

Weapon in hand, both hands, rage, power attack, assuming no flank
Clanky's Arm: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19
Arm Damage: 1d6 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

Idris whacks Krunne with what appears to be the arm of some automaton.

Ehr'Lynd is up!
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Ehr'lynd grits his teeth from the wound spitting a little blood as he yells, "There's something invisible with Krunne speaking Celestial and most importantly, healing him. It's flying, so keep your eyes open...and your attacks true."

Move action draw rapier
Swift action draw quickdraw shield as a part of the move action
Standard action take a stab at the man between him and Idris.

1d20 + 5 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 5 + 2 = 11

Sorry, I know I had posted since then.... must have been eaten, or something. While I don't have the rolls, I will narrate what happened.

Krunne tumbles away from the elf who had just missed him, to find an easier target. He is able to dodge the attentions of both, and makes his way to get between Rafael and Celeste. He slashes at the rogue, saying, "I left you alive before, I shall not make that mistake twice!" His blade cuts deep, and Rafael falls to the ground, bleeding (at -3hp)

Idris, Rafael, and Celeste are up!
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Rafael dreams of a dingy port from his past where a little shack under pier 14 was open all night. The cook was hammered, scratched herself with the spatula, and packed meat patties under her sweaty arms. The only thing they served was the oddly spiced patties on a moldy flat bread. If the lights weren't kept down so low it would have been disgusting, but somehow within the blanket of shadows, the lapping of waves against the outside wall, and the hazy fugue state of the moonshine it all became bareable.

It was a fun night, but a wretched two days after spent heaving over the rail. Oh how his stomach burned and cramped. That sharp, consistant pain. His face against the rolling deck, the agony...

Save me!: 1d20 ⇒ 11

Idris lets out a shout that continues the entire time he runs at the man, swinging the mechanical arm with his entire body.

Raging, Charge, Power Attack
Clanky's Arm: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (20) + 9 = 29
Clanky's Damage: 1d6 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13
Crit Damage: 1d6 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16

"You keep giving me reasons to hit you and I will PUT YOU DOWN!"

Celeste hops back 5' to avoid those nasty looking blades.

Celeste's brreathing is measured, even, and deep as she stares at the shadowy figure. A small line of purple appears on her forehead growing brighter and thicker taking the shape of an eye. With a small flash of purplish light, the eye disappears.

Mind Thrust DC 16 Will save for half

damage: 3d6 ⇒ (4, 1, 5) = 10

will save DC16: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (12) + 3 = 15
First, Idris pounds into the Chelaxian knife master, and then, as he is collapsing under the force of his blow, Celeste uses her mind powers to turn his brain into a thick slurry... this is evidenced by the fact that it is oozing out of his ears and nose.

It is very apparent that he is no longer breathing.

There is some swearing in a very nasty language (abyssal), and then, flying over the heads of the crowd, a small green, winged creature appears, as it casts a spell into the center of the group (and catching the crowd in the 30' radius as well).

Ehr'lynd, Idris, and Kirin are frightened by the thing, and all they can think of doing is running as fast as they can away from it. Celeste, Kari, and the dying Rafael don't seem to be so affected.

Kali, Kirin, and Ehr’lynd are up!
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Knowledge: Planes

Ehr'lynd runs.

Kirin runs screaming from the small green flying creature.

Kali looks at the flying creature, then her gaze flicks to her fallen comrade. She concentrates on him for a moment, willing the blood to stop flowing Casts stabilize as a spell-like ability, then takes a step behind Celeste and pulls her dagger.

Begone, you spawn of chaos. Return to the plane from where you came.

Celeste and Idris are up are up!
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Knowledge: Planes

Celeste eyes the flying green beastie. Concentrating, she thinks back to her classes at the Academy.

Kn: Planes: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (17) + 11 = 28

Purple black mist forms in Celeste's hands as she narrows her gaze at the flying beast. A quick breath opens her mind to the perfection of the universe. The mist coalesces before Celeste's face. A barely perceptible nod flings the purple black towards the green monster.

Magic Missile augmented to d6 damage via phrenic amplification: focused force

damage!: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

Idris looks up at the demon, then rushes the crowd, screaming in a deep voice, running as quickly as he can through them, his massive frame pushing people aside.

"DEMONS! SCARY DEMONS FROM THE WORLDWOUND! RUN RUN RUN RUN!"

The demon giggles, as he sees three of the team (and many of the crowd) flee in terror. He flies over the group, and pulls out a tiny holy symbol, which glows with an eerie, blood-red light. A pulse of this bloody light bursts out of the symbol, washing over everyone in a 30' burst. He screams out, "თქვენ არ გაფუჭებული ყველა ჩემი სიხარული. ახლა თქვენ შეგიძლიათ დააგემოვნოთ სიძულვილი დემონი უფალი სიცრუის და მკვლელობა!"*

negative energy: 1d6 ⇒ 3

Rafael is once more bleeding, and there are screams of pain and hatred from the crowd. Still afraid of the creature, Ehr'lynd, Kirin, and Idris run further into the crowd. (tokens moved) Perhaps it is the buffeting from the crowd, but Ehr'lynd comes to his senses, but realizes that he's in mortal danger, as he is ready to collapse in pain.
damage from crowd to Ehr'lynd (2 rds): 2d4 ⇒ (2, 3) = 5
damage from crowd to Idris (2 rds): 2d4 ⇒ (4, 1) = 5
damage from crowd to Kirin (1 rds): 1d4 ⇒ 1
damage from crowd to Kali (2 rds): 2d4 ⇒ (1, 2) = 3

Kali, Rafael, and Celeste are up are up!
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Knowledge: Planes

Amazing save: 1d20 ⇒ 14

Rafael's convulsing body defecates as he generously gives his life water to the land of Dawnton.

Kali takes a deep breath and exhales it slowly, centering her chi and relaxing her body. She pins her gaze on the holy symbol, gestures with her free hand, and points at the symbol.

기호를 삭제십시오

casts grease on the holy symbol, using 1 Arcanist point to increase the DC to 16

If the symbol drops, she moves to stand over it. If not, she moves around the square, closing the distance between her and Rafael.

reflex save: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20

Kali's attempt to remove the holy symbol from the quasit's hands has failed, but he seems concerned about her actions. Celeste stands around, waiting for who knows what to happen.

The demon, on the other hand, acts once more. "Afraid of the cleansing touch of Shax, are you? Perhaps I should cleanse you once more?!"

In spite of what he has said, the demon turns invisible, and moves.

Kali, Kirin (Frightened), and Ehr’lynd are up are up, Celeste is,in delay
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Celeste readies to Mind Thrust the demon when it comes visible.

Ehr'lynd takes his weapon in his off-hand, and draws out a potion of cure light wounds. He holds it out to Kirin and mouths, "Help me.

Forgot this, during Kali's turn, since she moved through/ended her turn in the crowd.
mob rules vs Kali: 1d4 ⇒ 4
mob rules vs Ehr'lynd: 1d4 ⇒ 3

Note: Kirin and Idris, you do not see the target of your fear.
if you are moving through the crowd, or end your turn in the crowd, please roll 1d4 damage Kirin, Idris, and Rafael are up!
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Knowledge: Planes

I swear I'm not a masochist but I was a -7 DC17 check last round, shouldn't I be at -8 DC18 this round?

I keep bleeding, I keep keep bleeding love: 1d20 ⇒ 8

I can't tell for sure if Kirin is still frightened - but I'll post as if not as the condition is crossed off on the top block

Kirin grabs the potion from Ehr'Lynd and assists him in its consumption.

She cannot see the target of her fear, so is not compelled to run away.

As Rafael's lifeblood flows from his body, Kirin risks the pummeling of the crowd to administer a potion to Ehr'lynd.
CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2
Kirin pummeling: 1d4 ⇒ 1

Waiting on Idris

It sounded like she was administering it to Ehr'lynd

It sounded like she was administering it to Ehr'lynd

Yup. corrected

Idris moves back to the main arena, glancing around for the imp.

"Come out little-r man!"

crowd malaise vs Idris: 1d4 ⇒ 2
As Idris pushes back, he he buffeted by the crowd. He does, however, feel the effects of his previous fear drain away.

Kali, Kirin, and Idris are up!
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Idris pulls out his hefty longbow and readies to hit the demon if it reappears.

Kirin places her hands on Ehr'Lynd's shoulders shaking him lightly. "Wake up...". Looking to the right and left as the crowd tramples around them Kirin curses herself under her breath. "Why the hell didn't I buy anything to heal with ...

Determined, Kirin shoulders the brunt of the crowd while giving Ehr'Lynd a quick patdown - finding a healing potion on him. She quickly helps him drink it.

CLW potion: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Crowd damage@ Kirin: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Kali pulls the wand from her belt, steps forward, and taps Rafael with it.

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

It very soon become apparent to the team that the demon has fled. No one has heard it giggling for some time, nor has anything really happened in the last few seconds to belay that belief.

At this time, Ekira and Sheriff Luin get the mob under control, and they are no longer flailing wildly... their pitchforks and torches are quickly hidden!

Ekira approaches the Pathfinders, and says, "You are all free to go. I will need to reexamine the evidence that was brought to me, but I have a strong feeling that this Dalton Krunne was at fault the murders.

"I will have my decision in the morning, and I am sure that Sheriff Luin will agree with it."

The sheriff, who continues to defer to the zealot, nods his head in agreement. "In fact, my friends, I would be happy to put you up for the night." As at least one Pathfinder is about to speak up about where he might put them up, he continues, "No, no... I don't mean in the jail in my basement. I have several very comfortable rooms in the house. It is quite big, after all, and I am quite small. Please, let me do this in thanks for what you have done for Downton."

Continues tapping Rafael with her wand until he is awake and able to function.

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Then she turns the wand on herself.

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Sherrif Luin, I will accompany you to your house and make my notes available while you review the evidence and make your decision

Rafael jolts back to the land of the living, feeling like a carriage of bricks moving down hill had hit him. "Ugh what a hangover. Huh? Noo not waking up in a field again!? Oh, right. Man the Mendev sucks.. I love Dawnton guys.. but take me back to the water, anyday."

He struggles to his feet, seeing Kali near him with the wand, "Thanks Kali, I owe ya. What happened? D.., did I hit'em? Tell me I got a shot in.."

Celeste swings her arms in vague punching motions, her face screwed into a one eyed squinty snarl.

"Why you keel hauled him, sailer! You ran him up the flagpole! You battened his hatches! You busted his barnacle! You... uh... someone help me out here?"

Ehr'lynd stands up and wipes some blood clean from his side. Coughing a little looks sheepish, "That was...unforunate. I think it's fair to spend the night, but if you don't mind, I have reports to write."

Idris stays on alert for many minutes after the danger is missing. He stays silent and seems to be looking for an excuse to throw the dismembered metal arm at someone, unhappy that the true villain escaped.

Rafael will happily go to the Sheriff's and sleep. Though he is a bit on edge now, expecting to get stabbed to death whenever he opens a door.

In the morning, Ekira comes out to talk to the Pathfinders. "I would like to apologize for my actions this week. My past might have given me reasons to hate the Pathfinders, but I should not have assumed the worst of them, or of you.

"You are free to go, as are the prisoners. If the Pathfinder Society should ever need assistance in Mendev, please call upon me. I shall do my utmost to make amends by assisting you with everything I am. Thank you for your help here in Dalton."

Reporting: Ekira survived (A), Ekira abandoned hatred of Pathfinders (B), Tobias Luin survived (C), Torvil survived and escaped (D)

Primary success: You freed the captured Pathfinders and cleared them of all charges. +1PP

Secondary success: Incur no more than 8 Town Sentiment Track points and do not deal lethal damage to Tobias Luin. (8 points incurred) - +1 PP and Medevian Commendation boon!

Good job, guys!

I'll get chronicles out as soon as I have time.