[PFS_Aerondor] 00-08 Slave Pits of Absalom [tier 1-2] PbP Gameday 5 (Inactive)

Game Master Aerondor

Enlarged, you can just walk up and attack him on the roof. Attack at -2 from cover, as he would be at head hight.

Deselecting the green and lesser injured assailents.

Stepping away from the halfling, Triblin looks about and smiles as his scimitar once again emits a wave of fiery warmth amongst the crowd. "Sarenrae blesses us once again, through her ever greatful servant."

channel: 2d6 ⇒ (1, 4) = 5

Quistina finishes enlarging Ignaru, while Quinn readies his sling.
Drug stabs, and misses, but the halfling has had enough and surrenders from post furhter above

Triblin meanwhile does what he can for the party's wounds.

Status:
Ignaru
Lara
Quistina mage armor; 3 damage;
Talia -
Halfing: Blue - 4 damage
Quinn
Drusillia
Triblin

Quistina calls on her ability of Orc Ferocity to take a 5 step and throws her axe at green. If green is the one that surrendered then I don't throw the axe. Before succumbing, she feels better, though wounds are still open from the arrows she took.

Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
If hit: 1d12 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Quistina, you were healed for 5 points, so no sleeping on the docks for you.

@Triblin Still the good timing of Orc ferocity. Got hit, kept me conscious and then you healed. So I still have 2hp, unless the GM give me more arrows to the knee/back whatever.

And with a flying axe, the last of the halflings go down.

The crowd has thinned out now, but the jeers of sailors from the "No Return" continue.

Status:
Ignaru
Lara
Quistina mage armor; 3 damage;
Talia -
Quinn
Drusillia
Triblin

Talia checks to see if any of her shuriken are still useable, then drags the surviving halfling into the alley. "So what's deal, halfling? I've drawn blood from two slavers today, and getting ambushed while investigating a slave ship hasn't helped my mood any! Now talk before I assume you're working with them and add a third slaver's blood to my sword!"

Recover ammo, high roll succeeds: 1d2 ⇒ 21d2 ⇒ 1
Intimidate: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 2 = 18
Found one shuriken.

The 6'5" female orc walks over to assist the ninja. Growling and her lips moving into a curl to be more threatening.

Intimidate Assist?: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (6) + 0 = 6

Lara keeps a wary eye on the jeering crew, her bow ready at her side. She continues scanning the area in case she missed anything.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13

Leaving the "information gathering" to his more charismatic compatriats, Quinn picks up his longspear and joins Lara, focusing his attention on the sailors of No Return, for that is where Pardu said Lady Anilah has been taken. He tries to see where the slaves, and likely Lady Anilah, might have been taken, and also to suss out the mood of the crew.

perception: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
sense motive: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12

"What you want to know? We were told you were trouble makers and to stop you."

A know(local) check may be helpful here

"Who told you that?" Talia glances at her companions, she's rather new to Absalom and isn't very familiar with its residents yet.

If the Knowledge check is DC 10 or less, I'll take 10 on it. Otherwise it's on Quinn to make it.

Quinn racks his brains, trying to recall what he knows that might come in useful.

knowledge local, inspired: 1d20 + 7 + 1d6 ⇒ (13) + 7 + (2) = 22

Quinn recognises the halfings as a team known as the Puddlejumpers.

They work for Pildapush and prowl the Coins carrying out his wishes. The Puddlejumpers are former halfling slaves that the slaver himself bought and freed - in return for doing his dirty work.

After hearing that from Quinn, Drusillia asks, "Did you deliver the Lady Anilah here? Who did you sell her to? Where is she now?

So was the intimidate not relevant? Rolling assist just in case.

Intimidate - aid another: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21

"We just work for the Vudrani—we didn’t know he was sellin’ nobles. That Renmil fellow knew, though. He knew when he told Fredrik to grab her. I think he works for Taldor."

Lara rejoins her companions after she is satisfied that there are no further enemies lurking nearby.

Bardic Knowledge (local): 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21

"Ironic that former slaves would willingly work as slavers," she muses. Addressing the halfling being interrogated, she adds, "And just where can we find this Renmil?"

"But you knew he was selling commoners? You make me sick." Talia spits just in front of the wounded halfling. "You earned your freedom by taking the freedom of others, disgusting."

"We didn' earn nothing miss. We keep our freedom by doin as we is told. No idea where Renmil may be. "

He looks at the other fallen halifngs. "Be bottum ov th' harbour if I find em though."

"What hold does he have over you? Once you've earned your freedom, it is yours to keep, even if you have to fight for it!"

Turning to his party, Quinn says, "We may not know where this Renmil may be, but we do know where Lady Anilah is likely held right now," as he gestures towards the boat.

"Mate, you're bigger and tougher than me. So is the slaver. I learned me place, and I'm happy here. Bad things happen to them what cross 'em. Now if it's all the same ta you, I'd like to jam a rag into some of me mates before they die."

"Doing as you're told is hardly freedom. Hopefully you'll learn this soon." Talia narrows her eyes at the halfling's request. "You and your friends made your choice, and I can't have you alerting the ship's guards. We'll be back for you once the ship is ours." She socks the halfling in the face, then turns from the unconcious body and looks over the ship. "We'll have a hard time of it getting onboard now. I'll try sneaking up, I doubt they'll let us over the gangplank." The ninja ducks behind a barrel in the alley and pulls out a grappling hook.

Stealth: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17
Grappling Hook: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21
It'll take me three rounds to get in position.
First round, duck behind the barrel in the alley and stealth behind cover.
Second round, move 15' to the next barrel.
Third round, move 10' to the last barrel and toss a grappling hook.

Knotted rope with a wall to brace, Climb DC 0. Maybe +5 for a slippery surface.
Idea is to climb up the side of the ship and toss a shuriken at the guard. Since there's no cover to hide on the gangplanks, and I think we'd get shot walking up to them in the open. How high up is the side of the ship?

I'll hear any other ideas. Sneaking around with a grappling hook is just so fitting for a ninja :)

The ship is almost level with the docks. There are two or three sailors on deck or the rigging at any given time.

People are starting to return to the docks, it would seem that brief brawls are not unheard of. While they will also provide some cover, they might also raise the alarm if they observed something untoward.

I'll net them off as +0

The sailors don't really pay much attention to Talia as she vanishes into the alley...
perception: 1d20 ⇒ 18

And you know what, with penalties for distance, that can miss hearing as well. Ninja should be sneaky.. I think Talia are at the front of the boat, if I understood correctly? Feel free to move yourself on the map

"I could use more healing if it is to be had. I have one last decent spell for the day also." As the ninja disappears on them

Seeing what Talia is attempting to do, Quinn decides to distract the sailors as much as he can. He whirls his longspear in a nonchalant manner to draw the sailors' attention as he paces with great deliberation towards the centre gangplank, eyeing the sailors onboard the whole time. He then calls out to them.

"Here, you! Pildapush sent us this way. Seems like you are holding someone who should not be here. You've seen what we can do. Call forth your captain. We want a word with him, if you know what's good for you!"

Don't forget distraction and unfavorable enviroment. I doubt a dockyard is quiet :) Thanks. It doesn't look like there's any cover on the ship itself according to the map, is there anything to hide behind on there?

Ships tend to have various odd items, ropes, crates etc stored on them. So I'll assume there are bits of cover there.

"What you do on the dock is your business. What do you on our ship is ours. And we aren't puny halfings." sneers one of the sailors.

So assuming these guys don't beat my stealth roll, I'd still be hidden if I crossed onto the ship directly across from where I am now?

Pretty much yes. You'll need to make another stealth check (although no reason at the moment you shouldn't take ten I guess).

Talia climbs across the gap onto the ship, and rolls behind a pile of rope. From her hidden spot she flicks a shuriken at one of the watdhing sailors, then tucks back behind her cover, hopefully before anyone notices.

Sneak attack, then Stealth at -20 to snipe. Hey, I might just stay hidden with that roll! Here's hoping they botch like fools!
Stealth: 10 + 9 = 19
Shuriken: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23
Damage: 1d2 + 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (2) + (2) + 2 = 6
Stealth: 1d20 - 11 ⇒ (14) - 11 = 3

Though they're probably going to notice… Better rush the fools.

Dru is shocked to see Talia sneaking across the deck. Her ninja skills are highly impressive! But then when she throws her shuriken, it appears the sailors might be savvy to her presence. She charges up the gangplank ready to attack!

Double move onto the ship. Moved my icon already.

As Talia threw her shuriken, Quinn grabs one of his extract, quaffing it in one quick gulp as he doubles in size!

drinks extract of enlarge person if there's time before combat. Otherwise would be his 1st round action.

Sorry about the delay in posts, had a busy weekend!

As Dru begins her scouting.
Sheathing his scimitar, Triblin pulls out a wand and starts tapping it on Quistina. "Let me help you there."

Wand of Cure Light Wounds: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Well, looks like another fight!
"Wait, don't rush...." he call out before shaking his head and putting the wand back on his belt. "This isn't my day...."

Quistina growls as her allies continue pressing the attack. She steps up and attempts to throw her axe at the guy black border on the deck. Feeling much better after Triblin assists with more healing. She gives him a toothy grin, "Thanks."

attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25
confirm crit: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12

Regular damage: 1d12 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4
Crit Damage: 3d12 + 9 ⇒ (3, 1, 12) + 9 = 25

Keeping her hands out as the axe returns to her hand with blood dripping from the blade.

Action will kick off with the shuriken, but the potion can be pre-drunk and healing can be pre-done too. Rather that worry about surprise rounds as such, I'll give the team initiative.

A shuriken flies out and takes a sailor in the chest. But this is no halfling and he remains standing.

Dru advances forward, while Quistina throws her axe again. The guy drops this time.

Status:
Ignaru
Lara
Talia -
Quinn
Triblin
Sailors
Drusillia
Quistina mage armor;

Even if it's near certain, did the other guards beat my Stealth check of 3? If they didn't, I can keep sneaking around. I doubt I'm still hidden, but there is a chance.

Not that you aware of... But this is prior to their action so even if they have seen you they are still flatfooted.

Lara hustles east along the dock, attempting to put an arrow in the other visible watchman before an alarm can be raised.

Lucky Point Blank Shot: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17
1d6 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Archaeologist's luck 2/7, lingering 0/2

Wasn't throwing a shuriken my turn? Or do I get another one now that combat has kicked off?

Ignaru will move onto the ship. Unsure why we are attacking the ship. I must have missed something

Talia gets another one, the throwing the shuriken was effectively the surprise attack that kicked everything off. You sneaky ninja you.

The ship is the No Return, which is where you learned Lady Anilah Salhar has been taken

Lara's shot hits the sailor, but doesn't drop him.

Status:
Ignaru
Talia -
Quinn (enlarged)
Triblin
Sailors
yellow - 7 damage
Drusillia
Quistina mage armor;
Lara

Couple of questions. My first time playing an enlarged character with reach weapon (longspear), so to be sure, Quinn's reach is now 15 ft? (His stat block has been adjusted.) Also, the pink creature is not in combat yet?

Quinn moves up beside Lara and attempts to stab at the sailor. However, unused to his enlarged size, his balance is off.

longspear: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

Enlarged with reach is good (yes 15')- but you have a large ring around you that you have no reach into as well, so take care of people close up!.

Thanks for the reminder! Did a bit more reading, and reach weapons doubles natural reach, so Quinn can attack even up to 20 ft away? So from his current position, would he be able to reach the sailor?

Reach is additive, so large plus reach is 15' not 20'. If you can find a reference that shows otherwise, please point me at it.

Talia slips across the deck to flick another shuriken into the watchman on the other side of the mast.

Move 30'
Standard action, throw shuriken at yellow, within first range increment. 2 more shuriken used this scenario.
Shuriken: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25
Confirmation: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
Damage: 1d2 + 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + (3) + 2 = 6
Crit Damage: 1d2 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
9 damage total

Okay, corrected on reach and large creatures. This sounds familiar, I think someone has corrected me on it before as well. Must be getting old. So Quinn could reach the sailor from his current square.

Quinn strikes.. but misses. Talia however doesn't. She drops the sailor with a shuriken to the throat.

Status:
Triblin
Sailors
Drusillia
Quistina mage armor;
Lara
Ignaru
Talia -
Quinn (enlarged)

The gnome moves in while drawing out his scimitar once again! "So much fighting! At least it's exciting!"

Double move and drawing his weapon.

perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15
A large gnoll jumps down from the fighting tower around the mainmast.

He sneers at Talia as he hacks at her with his axe.
attack: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (8) + 8 = 16
damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9

My, what a lot of blood!

Status:
Triblin
Drusillia
Quistina mage armor;
Lara
Ignaru
Talia - 9 damage
Quinn (enlarged)
Gnoll

@Quinn, remember with your reach and size, there will likely be a cover bonus to the gnoll's AC that you have to worry about.