GM Tyranius Dead Suns AP (Starfinder) (Inactive)

Game Master Tyranius

Vetch examines the creature.

1d20 + 19 ⇒ (1) + 19 = 20 Mysticism - Uh...DRs? Special Attacks? Or another check?

Who the f*~~ is this goblin-loving a%$#+&@? Would he be a better Captain than we have now?

While the crew does work, Dash hangs back, modeling some bad@ss tacticool gun-fu with his new-new blaster.

Upon hearing a voice, he slides into the doorway, ready for action.

"Vetch might only need a moment, but I'm tantric, motherf@*%er."

Abe hesitates, not quite sure what's going on here, particularly with Dash's gunplay.

"Uh, who are you?" he asks he professorial fellow.

He holds his fire until it's clearer.

THis place looks like it does experiments. Sorry, but no one is experimenting on a unique and one of a kind quality like The Zane! See, Got an extra eye from stepping into the wrong tube accident. The Zane already knows that Zane is master of the Universe and doesn't need a scientist to say so.

More so than any harsh desert or freezing tundra, the airless void of space is an unforgiving killer. Most life-forms can survive for about 90 seconds in a vacuum before dying, though rapid depressurization can cause unconsciousness in as little as 15 seconds. When an unprotected body is introduced to a vacuum, the gases inside it begin to expand due to the difference in pressure. While this causes discomfort, especially in the abdominal area due to the expansion of intestinal gases, the real danger comes from any oxygen still in the lungs. If that gas can’t escape (say, because the person is trying to hold his breath), the delicate pulmonary tissue can become severely damaged. Those who survive such an event can be left with permanent injuries, such as blindness, a collapsed lung, or worse. Those who do not survive spend their last few moments in terrible pain and mind-numbing terror, and sometimes such suffering prevents souls from passing on to the afterlife. These unfortunate creatures rise again as undead monstrosities known as nihilis.

The dead stare of a nihili makes those around the undead feel like their own lungs are starting to violently collapse, mimicking the nihili’s demise.

A nihili generates a field of gravity that functions in a 5-foot aura around itself (including 5 feet above the nihili), exerting a downward force toward the nihili’s feet. This allows the nihili to function as if constantly under the effect of spider climb. Any creature entering this aura from an area of zero-g has a high possibility of being knocked prone.

The drow calmly waves towards the seats around the chamber. "I am Lieutenant Kreth. Please have a seat."

"Nah, I'll stand where I am, thanks," Vetch refuses the offer. "What are you doing here?"

Hey Yeh Leutenant. This is The Zane's Coach. pointing towards Dash.

Might be interested in knowing that Team BnF have been winning lots of play-off games lately. You should be impressed. Might even want autographs. You got an autograph book?

Abe decidedly does not have a seat, nor does he lower his weapon. He does watch and waits to see what the abomination has to say to Vetch and The Zane before pulling the trigger however.

"What are you doing here?"

"I am waiting for a new patient. Could that be you? Sit and let's talk. Or leave, it is your choice." He slowly motions to the seats.

Again, Vetch declines to sit.

"I don't think it's me. We can ask if he wants to experiment on the goblin though, that might be interesting," Vetch considers aloud.

Well, it's not Team Blood and Fury. No patience here. Time to head out and go somewhere else. Right coach? Zane thinks the Goblin is supposed to be sent here. Right?

Zane mistakes patients for patience, and don't seem interested in disturbing the scientist.

"Nope. We're not patients." Abe says dryly. He agrees, it's time to get going and looks to Dash to direct Zane onward. He keeps his weapon level though, 'cause that Dash... he's not predictable and might start a firefight.

”As a medical expert, and genius, I must admit I am curious.” Dash holsters his gun and steps into the room, though he waves the other crew to keep their distance. Blowing out the air in his lungs, be focuses on mental communication.

Perhaps we could treat patients together. What is your medical specialty?

As an android, Dash doesn’t need to breath and is unaffected by the vacuum of space.

The pair share a mental conversation as Lieutenant Kreth shuts the door and methodically fiddles with his controls.

My specialty is in dealing with information. And I am quite good at my job. The drow smiles. With the door shut the atmosphere in the room regains as a thick greenish mist fills the chamber. Lieutenant Kreth watches Dash with curiosity and takes several notes.

How do you feel? Why are you here?

In the end he seems fairly disappointed as the greenish mist doesn't seem to affect dash in the slightest. Disappointed in the process, effects and really in himself.

Vetch looks on, wondering if Captain Spacepants has finally blown his last circuit. He puts a hand on his hip and rubs his forehead, wondering what is going on.

"You know, Zane, we could have just bypassed this guy and found what we were looking for. I'm sure Dr. DrowSy isn't here for good reasons," Vetch shakes his head at the mission creep.

Yes, THe Zane was going to move onward and upward, but got'sa listen to coach when he calls the play.
He looks at what is happening.

I feel pretty f@#%ing good, actually. Dash thinks to the drow as he takes a seat, kicks up his feet, and examines the gas. The Captain sent us here to get some information from you actually. He wanted to know what you learned from your last patient.

Bluff: 1d20 + 24 ⇒ (12) + 24 = 36

Any idea what the gas is? Truth serum or poison?

Life Science - DC checks reduced by 5 for bioengineering theme knowledge : 1d20 + 18 ⇒ (1) + 18 = 19

Abe watches Dash play in the mist and wonders why they're doing this. He waits to see the outcome.

It is definitely a toxic atmosphere.

The drow flits through his notes, obviously flustered as his eyes keep looking up from the notes and back to Dash. He finally gives up, "Those dwarves didn't last long long enough to do much talking. had to toss their bodies in the cell across the way weeks ago." He cranks the settings as the green hue grows thicker with still no effect on Dash. "Interesting." And by interesting Dash can easily read the anger on the Lieutenant's face.

Vetch continues to wait outside, wondering if the goblin would provide more enjoyment both to the Doctor and to the spectators.

”Turn him inside out!” Vetch yells, offering ideas on what to test next.

Dash hops up and heads for the door.

”Well, I suppose I’ll have to give that unfortunate reply to the Captain. He was really hoping you had something useful to report. Anything, really. But don’t worry, I’ll put in a good word and I’m sure he won’t space you, this time.”

Zanbe laughs a hearty gawfaw at Coach's sick burn.

Abe smiles at the exchange, and keeps his weapon at the ready until they've cleared the room and closed the door. He slaps Dash on the back, "Well done." Still chuckling, he moves down the hall to the next door.

Dash leaves the severely disappointed Lieutenant sitting in the room as he exits, following Abe south. The lieutenant slams a fist down on the console in anger. "Must make it stronger."

This room has only a single door in the aft wall. A small dais in the center of the room is raised up a few feet, and pillars line the walls. Each pillar supports a display, all of which show collections of video streams of hallways, hangar bays, rooms, and other locations within this section of the Empire of Bones and even a video feed of Blood and Fury plays in the background.

Several of the monitors are replaying sections of you walking through the Hangar Bay, killing the undead dwarfs and even infuriating the Lieutenant just moments ago. A lone pale stranger stands behind the console. "Greetings, I am Commander Malakar." She glances to one of the video playbacks. "You are quite impressive. Truly worthy, at least from what I have seen in the last few decades. As a reward I promise that you will hold a place of honor among my ship"

Commander Malakar appears to be extremely ancient, probably pre-Gap timeframe if you were to guess. This dusty pale stranger draws a pair of elite semi-auto pistols and takes aim from behind the console.

Round 1
Vetch (SP 80/80; HP 62/62; RP 10/10; Elec/Fire/Cold Res 5; DR/10 Kinetic)
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Commander Malakar
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Abe (SP 70/70; HP 64/64; RP 9/9; DR/6 Kinetic)(Messalina 100/100)
Zane (SP 82/110; HP 74/74; RP 10/10; DR/5-Cold/Fire; DR/10 Kinetic)
Dash (SP 77/77; HP 51/51; RP 11/11)

Round 1

Vetch scurries closer to see what is going on. He takes cover out of sight and casts Starfinder Haste which is mostly crappy, but will allow you all to get a full move in before your full attack.

1d20 + 21 ⇒ (16) + 21 = 37 Perception

Vetch notes something in his peek around the door. ”Hey, just like our captain, this guy isn’t really qualified to be captain. Probably loves goblins too. Something ain’t right here.”

Any chance that there'd be a Vid-screen time out? The Team Blood and Fury stuff is playing on the vid behind you and those are some *CHOICE* clips. Like that scene with Draka swoophammerin' the bonetroopers.
OHHHH Sooo BOFO! Draka's a babe.

Zane's neck cranes to look at the BONE Wall Episode playing on that screen he was just talking about.

Vetch semi-speeds everyone up as Commander Malakar fires off a couple desk pops.

elite semi-auto pistol vs Abe KAC 29: 1d20 + 21 - 4 ⇒ (18) + 21 - 4 = 35
Damage (Piercing): 3d6 + 10 ⇒ (5, 2, 1) + 10 = 18

elite semi-auto pistol vs Abe KAC 29: 1d20 + 21 - 4 ⇒ (4) + 21 - 4 = 21

A slurry of bullets comes through the doorway from behind the console as one grazes Abe's shoulder.

Buff reminder
Starfinder Haste

Round 2
Vetch (SP 80/80; HP 62/62; RP 10/10; Elec/Fire/Cold Res 5; DR/10 Kinetic)
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Commander Malakar
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Abe (SP 52/70; HP 64/64; RP 9/9; DR/6 Kinetic)(Messalina 100/100)
Zane (SP 82/110; HP 74/74; RP 10/10; DR/5-Cold/Fire; DR/10 Kinetic)
Dash (SP 77/77; HP 51/51; RP 11/11)

Distracted by the Zane, Dash leans over to get a look at the screens. "Hey, I guess all those subscribers aren't robots after all."

When Abe takes two rounds for the team, he gets almost serious.

"Since you're a fan, I'll give you an option. Join us, or become another epic fail on The Zane's greatest hits."

Command Undead DC 18

Round: 1

Abe takes the hit, and shrugs it off, as he waits to see if Dash is successful.

Only if he fails, does Abe try a shot of his own.
Abe aphelion laser rifle (magic): 1d20 + 15 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 15 + 1 = 18 (*) damage(F): 3d6 + 11 ⇒ (2, 6, 4) + 11 = 23 Critical: Burn(F): 1d6 ⇒ 4, Reflex DC 10+burn damage to extinguish

Messalina moves into the room (haste) (5' up) and is commanded to attack only if Dash fails.
Messalina frostbite zero rifle: 1d20 + 14 - 3 ⇒ (2) + 14 - 3 = 13 (multiple, *) damage(C): 3d8 + 11 ⇒ (1, 8, 8) + 11 = 28
Messalina frostbite zero rifle: 1d20 + 14 - 3 ⇒ (1) + 14 - 3 = 12 (multiple, *) damage(C): 3d8 + 11 ⇒ (2, 4, 8) + 11 = 25

Unfortunately, if the pair attack, they only manage to shoot holes in the ceiling.

* +1 attacks when Abe and Messalina are targeting same target

Vetch waits to see if Dash's spell works or not before acting.

Dash Spell Resistance Check: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (11) + 11 = 22
Will Save DC 18: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (1) + 16 = 17

Commander Malakar's arms slump down as she stands from her position, coming out from behind the console. "I have plans set in motion, perhaps we can help each other."

Dash's spell takes hold while the undead dwarf behind him smiles stupidly and taps Dash's arm. "Is she a friend or you need me to cut her down?" He gleefully holds a clan dagger up in the air.

Oh my lord. For goblin's sake. LOL.

Vetch spins to stare at Dash.

WTF? Why do people listen to him?

I am amazed as well. There should have been no way to fail there, but it did.

Abe, not shooting, is flabbergasted that it worked. "Amazing. Really adding to the crew here lately aren't you Dash? We're going to need a bigger ship, though most of the new crew don't really need quarters per se." he grins and waits for their captains orders.

”Plans?” Dash holsters his weapon. ”Well let’s f@#%ing hear them.”

If he’s surprised by his success, he doesn’t show it. For all anyone knows, he’s the Captain of the Maiden for the same reason this undead creature is following his commands.

Entering the room you notice that Commander Malakar seems to have lined the interior of the door with grenades, waiting for those to walk in to set them off.

The central pillar contains a sealed locker. Engineering to open You notice the locker contains a touch-sensitive biometric sensor that is probably keyed to Malakar. "I have spent over a year subtly introducing my own viruses to the security systems" She places a security key from her pocket into the computer terminal and then also places a finger against the biometric scanner on the computer. This bypasses two deadly traps as well as a DC 53 Computer check. Good job on the Command Undead.

The monitors all change over from the security images to act as different screens for the computer.

Vetch nears drools at the revelations offered. He wants to put his tiny, dexterous paws to use trying to get the locker open...but realizes that it might not be necessary.

He glares at Dash, but also has to hand it to him.

"Well Captain Spacepants, what do you want to do?"

As soon as the grenades boobytrap is disabled,

Seeing that coach Dash somehow was able to call a bonafide timeout, Zane puts away his weapon.

Seeing that there's no confrontation about to erupt--
but that the episode he wants to see is STILL PLAYING on the big screen, Zane heads over to the console. He does a very athletic forward somersault over the back of the chair and lands cleanly in to the cushy seat.
He calls back to the others, Anyone from the team want some hot popcorn to enjoy with this episode?

And from his packet pulls out two small balls which he cracks open like eggs. He uses a hose from his environmental suit to spray pure O2 on them and they activate. The O2 causes a chemical reaction-- popcorn just spills out and pop, pop, pops. With no bowl to place it in Zane streams the popcorn in sprays atop of the console. If others chimed in that they'd like some, he breaks open the second ball and doubles the quantity.

The Zane enjoys the rest of the episode as the others discuss "intel".
OHHHH! This is the one that leaves the viewers on a cliffhanger! Literally! And, it's got that awesome "what would happen next episode" thing. ABE is always the creative one. He thought up the best endings. Like this one--

(insert Rocky and Bullwinkle/or even Batman and Robin style cliffhanger voice over)) Zane uses a deep voice.
- and tune in next week for either: Zane takes an acid bath? Or Vamp you very much .

Zane pauses and recalls another of his favorites. He tosses the rest of the popcorn in his mouth.
Vetch had a classic one just two episodes earlier... * Lady and the TrampleRam.*
Zane laughs at the funny play on words.

Abe is impressed with the protections, and sort of covers his own screens lest this master of computers learn how easy his own rig is to hack. "Very well done. Oh, and good plan too with regards to your captain. Never let them rest on their laurels. Keep 'em guessing." He nods.

"I think our next stop is the Grav-train, and I think Commander Malakar here should escort us. Might get us around a few patrols, you know?" he looks at Dash to confirm his idea.

”We’re on the same screen Abe.” Dash agrees, wondering for not the first time why all Captains don’t see the benefit of delegating their power so efficiently to their crew.

Then he glances at Vetch, and is reminded why.

To Commander Malakar, ”I like this plan of yours, and I have a few suggestions to see it to fruition. First, we’ll need an ysoki-sized yeoman uniform, and a steaming cup of hot cocoa...”

Questions:
What kind of undead are Malakar and Nashal?
Is Admiral Serovox on this ship? If not, where is he?
Do we know what Project Tombstone is?
Have we completely loot this room? Did we get that sealed locker open?

Vetch quirks a furry ear to listen to THE *Zane*, but isn’t completely turned into the Zane show. Instead he waits to see what the Captain does with his new found control.

Is he going to invite more goblins on the ship? Or something even more truly stupid? Or actually find a way to get us the piddlespot out of here?

Need a Mysticism check to ID Malakar, Admiral Serovox, and Nashal. As far as you can tell Admiral Serovox is on the ship. You do not know what Project Tombstone is but Malakar probably does as she made the note. The sealed locker is not open.

Vetch, seeing that the sealed locker is not open, scurries to open it. He checks if for traps, and carefully manipulates the locker, trying to find a clasp or release to lever it open.

1d20 + 14 ⇒ (9) + 14 = 23 Engineering (+4 for traps)
1d20 + 14 ⇒ (12) + 14 = 26 Engineering (+4 for traps)

Abe watches Vetch work, and offers kind assistance should it be needed. (Auto succeed aid another for +2 to above rolls)

"Did you find anything there Vetch?"

Vetch pops the locker open. The locker includes two batteries, two high-capacity batteries, two super-capacity batteries, one ultra-capacity battery, 90 small arm rounds, 100 longarm and sniper rounds, 60 heavy rounds, and 25 scattergun shells.

”Ayep. You guys like guns, right? Well, I got guns. And batteries. Good for people who are lonely, like the Captain. Lots of batteries for him,” Vetch hands out the goods.

He places a super-capacity battery in his disintigrator.

Hmmm? The Zane wants to take a look.
He moves out of his seat as the latest B & F episode is on commercial break.

Zane grabs the Ultra-Capacity Battery, as it's bulky and he can carry bulk.
He returns to his seat and will move when the others chat about stuff that doesn't concern him.

"Nice haul." Abe helps to distribute the power and ammo. When they're ready, he suggests, "Let's head to the grav-lift and find the center of power in this place. This thing is huge and we could spend, I dunno, days, hunting around."

Yes, head to the Grav-lift. All ready to rock and roll. Got Bubba out and covering the crew.

Zane starts walking, he also clicks over to his personal comm to make a data disc entry, but still overheard by the rest.
Data Entry. Send to Draka when in communication range.
Draka, make edits to the Episode with the Kish Hologram fight. Draka gets knocked about in that combat and Major Vesk cleavage can be seen. Gotsa edit for G Rating, but drop into "directors Cut" Extra Backstage Bonus content.

He then clicks that off and says aloud.
Is it just the Zane, or do Vid-regulators totally let Lashunta show nearly everything, including their long antenea, but anything "Vesk" is too much for young audiences? Total hippo-stuff? Right?