Group 3
Kort (7)
Hagrym (6)
Guard 2 (3)
Guard 3 (3)
Evigail prepares to blast the guard if they call out, which is of course what they do, "Zhrtei!", while pointing down at Evigail. The other guards whirl around, now at full alert, but unable to see an enemy. Evigail lets his windblast go, but it was not enough to cause the man to tumble to his "good-nights'-sleep" falling off the wall would have certainly brought him, perhaps on he permanent side.
Shortly after that, one of the other guards begins to move around, and pulls out a bow while jogging across the outer wall. They quickly spot Kanye and Hagrym, and get ready to take a shot.
Hagrym, not wanting to see if the guards have better luck with their arrows than he has with his bolts, runs inside the building, getting ready to help dispatch the other threat going on within, if needed.
Need another action from Kort, and then the rest of Group 3 (NPC's) will go, and then back to Group 1.
male (HP 21/21 AC 17 | T 13 | FF 14 | CMD 16 | F +1 | R +6 | W +0 | Init +3 | Per +6) Human Sorcerer 2/Rogue 2
Kort takes eases farther back into cover, and maintains concentration on his illusion. Though he has no command of Vudran, Kort can tell when diplomacy is afoot.
Kort concentrates to keep up the illusion as outside the remaining two archers move closer to their targets and also arm themselves with short bows. Guard #3 notices the newly formed Wall of Stone and points it out to #4, but both are more interested at the moment on Evigail, Grundle, and Kanye.
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
Heh...too bad I can't use my rolls from my Discussion post!
Grundle sighs and swings his first flail through the air...missing his target. But he squints and follows through the momentum to bring his second flail crashing down...
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
Technically, I think Arrovandeon would go before me...so if you'll allow it...
Grundle makes a last second twitch and the flail head cracks into the stone beside the guard.
I thought you where going back outside to help Evigail, but that's fine. Yes, you MAY use your rolls from the Discussion thread, they where supposed to be your next attack after all. As far as stopping and switching actions, sure if you want to, I will allow it, but there might be a hidden cost for doing it as you storm in and are obviously looking aggressive and ready to kill, (almost as if the voices where getting to you. . .). And yes, Arovandeon who is talking to one of the monks in a foreign tongue does go before you and if he attempts to stop you, then I'm fine with that. Or let the blood fall, you know, which ever. :)
Spoiler:
Notice I didn't exactly mention whoseblood would be falling. . .
Let me know what Grundle and Arovandeon decide and I'll move on. :)
Heads up, having a pretty amazing storm here at the moment, possibility of loosing power/internet. I still have my phone, but will not be able to access the maps.
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
Going back over my posts I am indeed outside with Evigail...I just saw my figure on the map next to the guard so I assumed. :) Map's fixed and sorry for the confusion!
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
Nothing at the moment...he doesn't know what's going on inside and is following the cues Evigail gave him to be quiet.
So far they are while you are talking. I didn't want to get too much further into the conversation earlier so that other people could act, but by all means continue if you want. I had forgotten you had said this last part, honestly.
Arovandeon Isero wrote:
Your last comment:
"We do not want trouble. I would prefer diplomacy."
Diplomacy = 24
It will take a bit more time for the Diplomacy to be effective, in addition to not beginning a combat with the Monks, but that's a really good start.
They reply:
"We will hear your words, outlanders. You likely seek the demon below, who has brought further dishonor to our door."
Elven Mindchemist Alchemist 5 / Arcanist 1 | HP 54/54 | AC 16 | T 12 | F 14 | CMD 14 | F +6 | R +7 | W +3 | Init +6 | Perc +8 | Sense Motive +1
Arovandeon to the Monks:
"We have heard of a shapeshifter. Is that the creature you speak of? Please, if you hold any influence over those guarding the walls, bid them put up their weapons so we may talk."
"We do not, nor are we "their men". You would not know of such things, but our Order has fallen from favor and a place of honor. We where promised that in time, he would help us to regain our lost glory, to return students to our schools. . ."
The other Monk, who has remained silent until now, but remaining defensive and looking coldly from his ally to the party begins to shift, slowly walking towards the other monk. and cuts him off in midsentence,
Other Monk:
"Our dishonor is not for their ears, not are we sure he has lied to us. You should not speak of such things so freely."
Elven Mindchemist Alchemist 5 / Arcanist 1 | HP 54/54 | AC 16 | T 12 | F 14 | CMD 14 | F +6 | R +7 | W +3 | Init +6 | Perc +8 | Sense Motive +1
I can't find any reference earlier to monks, but does Arovandeon have any idea what order these two belong to? Or any useful information regarding them?
Knowledge ??:1d20 ⇒ 20Add any appropriate bonus if applicable.
Mostly Male!Ini +0PERC: +9LN Human Cleric 7:AC: 22 t10 CMD: 14F: 6, R: 4, W: 12 HP 59
Seaweed looks closely at the guard's hands and manuevers around Grundle. Winds I hope that is not a bow. With a twist of the wrists hurricane winds blow at the guard.
windblast:1d20 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 6 = 102/8EDIT: :(
To Grundle the cleric mutters, "One coming around the corner. I'll focus on the two up top, but can hold them all when the reach the grass."
I would probably go with History or Local, (religion or Nobility might also work) for this one. One small point, I am kind of making a few things up, as there is only a few lines about them here, but it shouldn't be anything outside of the scope of the scenario, nor should it have any implications on the game.It is commonly believed that of all animals, felines are the only ones capable of such human motivations such as cruelty or killing for sport. The Monks of the Tiger's Eye had been an eminent order in the area, having won a local tournament hosted by multiple important schools in the area known as the Challenge of Sky and Heaven. In their proud history, the Monk's of the Tiger's Eye had won more often than they had lost. No one could argue their talent across all boards, but the Monk's of the Tiger's Eye instructed students with a viciousness most others found undesirable, (think the Cobras from Karate Kid), and eventually forbad their brutality for a time. They lost many students, and after years, the ban was lifted. However, few remained that where able to train, and fewer new students knew of or where willing to join, other schools having attained new glory and prestige in that time. Like the dark attributes some ascribe to felines, the Monk's of the Tiger's Eye teach to strike quickly, eradicating threats completely rather than allowing them to return later. They have a reputation (well earned) for using techniques aimed to kill or cripple when others would not view them as reasonably needed. Like most Monks, they do live by strict codes, traditions, honesty, honor, and discipline, but have no qualms about killing.
Elven Mindchemist Alchemist 5 / Arcanist 1 | HP 54/54 | AC 16 | T 12 | F 14 | CMD 14 | F +6 | R +7 | W +3 | Init +6 | Perc +8 | Sense Motive +1
GM:
Understood. Many scenarios go light on certain details such as in this case. Still, it's nice to have some ground on which to understand a potential foe and roleplay a bit. I really only have one more thing to say, so let me know when Arovandeon can continue the dialogue with the monks.
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
"...A'right...what should I do?" Grundle whispers back.
Mostly Male!Ini +0PERC: +9LN Human Cleric 7:AC: 22 t10 CMD: 14F: 6, R: 4, W: 12 HP 59
Grundle Farbon PFS wrote:
"...A'right...what should I do?" Grundle whispers back.
"Unless you have a way to hit the guards on the wall, take the one coming around the corner." Seaweed glances at the chains around the half-elf's body. "You don't need me to tell you what to do then," the cleric grins.
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
Grundle flashes a toothy and wicked grin. He grips his flails and charges forward at the guard coming around the corner.
He whips a flail up, spins it up and around his head, and brings it screaming down at the guard...
Grundle's Charge doesn't completely drop the guard, but she is not looking good after that hit, and might not be getting any dates any time soon with the way her jaw is just kind of hangin' there.
For the moment, to move things along, I will have Danyn Ready an action to attack if the Monks betray the party in the negotiations, and let him retcon an action in later if desired.
Almost simultaneously, the two guards on the walls near Grundle and Evigail knock some arrows and let them fly, one towards Evigail and the other towards Grundle.
If hehasnt acted by the time I get home, Kort will concentrate on the spell and Ill have the guards act. Group one, if you want to act again you can but keep in mind two of the guards will actually go first and might make you want to change your actions a bit.
male (HP 21/21 AC 17 | T 13 | FF 14 | CMD 16 | F +1 | R +6 | W +0 | Init +3 | Per +6) Human Sorcerer 2/Rogue 2
@Beckett - hadn't realized I was up.
Kort concentrates on maintaining his illusion, and calls out, "Perhaps the rest of the party should come in from the rain, or some of us should go help them. I think right now we're dawdling, and Evigail and Grundle are paying the price."
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
Grundle let's loose a howl of rage as the projectile thuds into Evigail. He lets loose a string of expletives and attacks with all his might at the guard he injured.
Guard 2 drops their bow and takes out the handaxe at their belt, drawing a strike from his attacker which swings wild before trying to himself strike back at Grundle.
Elven Mindchemist Alchemist 5 / Arcanist 1 | HP 54/54 | AC 16 | T 12 | F 14 | CMD 14 | F +6 | R +7 | W +3 | Init +6 | Perc +8 | Sense Motive +1
Arovandeon continues talking with the monks.
Translation:
"You are Monks of the Tiger's Eye. I know of you and some of your history. We are Pathfinders. If you fight us you might prevail. But the deed will find no ears. Join us against these others and your honor will be immortalized in a Chronicle."
M Half Elf (HP 20/20 AC 17/ T 13/ FF 14, Init +3, Perc 6, F +6/ R +4/ W -1, CMB +5, CMD 18, Speed 20ft, Rage 5/5 rounds/day Fighter 1 Archetype Two Weapon Warrior / Barbarian 1
Grundle cries out, "Argghghg, you son of a goblin's nether regions! That HURTS!" He grabs the arrow and tries to yank it out, eliciting another shriek and curse, and the arrow snaps off with the head still embedded deeply into his shoulder.
Guard 4 launches another arrow at Evigail in their prolonged game of Russian Roulette while Guard 1 steps back from Danyn and likewise fires one at the Monk.
male (HP 21/21 AC 17 | T 13 | FF 14 | CMD 16 | F +1 | R +6 | W +0 | Init +3 | Per +6) Human Sorcerer 2/Rogue 2
'why oh why did we not wait for these guards to come to us? They're getting pincushioned out there. damn.'
Kort concentrates on maintaining the illusion, and backs up Arovandeon. Kort sees Hagrym champing at the bit, and says, "You go, I'll stay with Arovandeon."
The monks are answering, I'm just trying to keep it mostly in the init order, and it is primarily Monk #2 that is speaking. I'm doing that, because I don't want events inside to get too far ahead of those outside, even though you can speak out of turn.
<EDIT> and I see that my post a few days ago seems to have gotten eaten. <head drops> That seems to be happening a lot lately, as I have been posting from my phone a bit more often. I'll retype their response again in a little bit.
