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The frontier town of Bellis stands within the quiet shade of the Verduran Forest, nestled along the western banks of the slow-moving Sellen River. Flower gardens color every homestead, painting a vibrant scene under the summer sun. Common folk go about their business, tilling the land, tying off keelboats, and hobnobbing over cups of mead. In the distance, a dog barks, children laugh, and the bees hum while gathering pollen.
Your group was assigned to attend the wedding of Elyin Ursage and his new bride, Kailah Winmede. Elyin is a Councilor of Bellis and a dear friend of the society. The Society wanted to pay their compliments and good fortune to his wedding. You wonder if this assignment is a nice reward for recent successes in your previous missions or one of the Venture Captain wanted to add a personal touch. Either way, your group arrives. Describe your character and how they feel about getting this assignment.
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A dwarf is in your midst. He looks at you all curiously.
”Hello, I am the new one I think. Jangzafaar is my name. I read the report that was provided to me! Just for your information: I do not like weddings as they make me feel uncomfortable.“
He scratches his red hair with a desperate look on his face.
”But what has been decided ... has been decided ... “
He looks at the group and smiles.
"Seeing you all is ... good! Have I heard about some of you before?"
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Jangafzaar is a Dwarf from a Kelish merchant family. He works as a merchant and can be a stoic negotiator with an empathic approach. He is very perceptive and understands people's motives which is very important to him as a cleric and merchant. Unfortunately, he radiates a deep sadness which also saddens people around him.
He typically wears light armor and during a battle tries to use magic to support his companions or let his summoned creatures attack. Jangafzaar's family has deep roots in the Exchange faction of the Pathfinder Society.
Thus, the Kargar brothers Almaas, Jangafzaar, Toral and Sadaf are all members of the Pathfinder Society.
Festivities for the wedding stretch from the stone chapel and rose gardens of Shelyn, past a large open-air tent, and down to the sun-drenched, tree-lined banks of Stillwater Creek. Music and laughter fill the air, with partygoers calling out for attendees to join their games and merrymaking. There are a varieties of games and fun activities at different locations in the town. At the Lover’s bridge, there is a fishing derby. The Feast Tent there’s the buffet and box auction.
Gazebo and Amphitheater is where the bride and groom are greeting guests. The Dance Area where the you may show off your dancing or musical talents. Horseshoe Pit that has the horseshoe tournament. Chapel of Shelyn is where all the gifts are being dropped off. Rose Garden where a local art gallery is displaying paintings and sculptures including a wine social. Where would you guys like to go?
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Vomer arrives late and wide-eyed. Hello my friends and pleased to meet you Jangzafaar - - Vomer is the name, Vomer Nosebone. Very Nice place. Good to be somewhere pretty for a change. A wedding - sheesh I hate social gatherings - - hope this place has a library Vomer is human male in robes with arms as thick as pencils. He Wear robes, gloves and a wizard's hat (sometimes). He is always looking around and fidgeting. He looks at his feet when he talks. He has wrist sheaths, scrolls, books and "stuff".
Sounds like the group wishes to greet the bride and groom first.
The Gazebo and Amphitheater. A well-worn path strewn with flower petals leads between plain wooden benches to a decorative gazebo at the bottom of this amphitheater. More flowers adorn the structure itself, and a line of well-wishers extends to a seated couple dressed in finery beneath its roof. One of the benches sits Elyin Ursage well dressed elf in ceremonial armor and his soon-to-be wife,Kailah Winmede an beautiful raven-haired woman, greeting their various guests. You see they are talking to a group of well armed individuals wearing what looks like ceremonial hunting gear. All of them have ornate bows strung on their backs. You see each has a patch of that resembles a bird’s head with various leaves decorating around it. What does the group say or do as you approach? Also I don’t know if the group has any personal connection to the bridge or groom in previous adventures.
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After waiting a moment for the bride and groom to finish their conversation Felix steps forward with the group.
Greetings and congratulations from the Pathfinder Society and may the blessings of Irori be upon this union. Always remember the path to perfection is not smooth. It is important to acknowledge the challenges and setbacks even as we keep moving forward.
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Jangafzaar has an aura of sadness that affects people negatively.
But when he tries to talk to other souls they realize that he really wants to go deep and understand them! Connecting becomes easy although first impressions were so awful!
Jang bows deeply out of respect to the groom and bride.
Once I was in position to even celebrate … not anymore.
Felix you would know that is the symbol of The Foresthawks. They are an elite group of rangers that patrol the Andoran side of the Verduran Forest. They have representatives from multiple races or communities, but most are humans or elves. They main goal is to protect the Verduran forest. The Foresthawks are dedicated to patrolling the Verduran Forest and keeping it safe for all creatures within it, human, fey or forest creature alike. However, they often employed or seen around humanoids far more often than any other people, which has clouded the perception of other factions. With that high roll you would know Elyin is a retired member of the group. Elyin gives a smile and shakes your hand. “Oh I did not think the Society would send representatives just to my wedding. But I am grateful and thank you for the blessing. My hope my life will be significantly less challenging now with civilian life.” Kailah gives as smile and will also shake your hand. “Irori worshipper. Interesting. I will say Shelyn will be spiritual protecting this wedding, but we will take all the blessing we can get.”
Jangafzaar can talk to the the rangers if he wants. So with this module the gathering information part is more active as you can go to different areas of the party to meet people and gain information.
With roll, you know that the famous art sculpture and priestess of temple Viviana Albercroft in the rose garden.
Also in the dancing area, Parmis Salsby the family friend and entertainment director for the wedding is showing off his barding skills.
At the feast tent Tenzekil Braybittle a friend/rival of Elyin. He is brought large amount of money for the box social auction which is weird as it is meant to jokingly fun event.
Vomer you don’t gain any new information as you are too busy staring at your shoes.
Elyin gives a chuckle at Brie’s remark. “You know the life. Battling monsters and Necromancer’s who threaten the forest. It’s a young man’s game and I have passed my prime. I made my fortune adventuring. Now it’s time to hang up my bow and start a family. Your looking at the town’s next bee keeper. Or second bee keeper. One day Tenzekil will forgive me for winning last years honey competition. Any who, I am hopeful this new life will take to me.” With that roll you were able to pull that there is some bad blood between Tenzekil and Elyin.
Kailah turns to you Jang. “Well there’s the fishing derby, the box social auction, and if you want to hit the dance floor. You seem like you got some moves and can hit the dance hard.”
Sounds like group would like to do some fishing.
The Lover’s Bridge. It is named as a romantic spot for young couples to have a pleasant evening by the river. Several small, fidgety children sit along this short wooden bridge. Fishing poles dangle from their hands, but judging by the empty buckets next to them, they haven’t caught anything yet. You see an older but jovial man in robes with symbol of a tankard dangling from his neck trying to explain to the children how to fish. Most of the kids keep toss the line out and immediately pulling it back before the fish could bite. What do you do?
Jang you are an expert at fishing. Maybe it was luck or prayer, you pull up a thirteen pound fish. The DC is ten and the fish goes up based on how high you rolled. This monster of a fish is caught on your line. The robe individual claps his hands. “By Cayden tankard, you pulled big one.” One of the smallest children attempts to pull on your beard. These kids have probably never seen a dwarf before.
Vomer you are fairly certain this is a stumble fish. The stumble fish is a dangerous predator in shallow waters. Its natural aggression and bravery leads this fish to attack creatures larger than itself. Whenever a small or medium-size creature enters the water, the stumble fish swims directly toward the new target and tries to knock it over. Once its prey falls, all the stumble fish in its school swarm the creature and take bites out of it. Inhabiting the waterways of the River Nations, a stumble fish brings a high price at most markets. Its tasty meat makes it a prized fish to eat. Combined with the danger of catching such a fish, the stumble fish is quite expensive
Naevys you toss the rod down near the water and watch as a fish steals your rod and swims away. The kids Star laughing. One of the kids points at your weapons. “Have you killed people before?”.
Felix with your mastery of the perfect cast technique passed down by an ancient warrior known as Sir Goofy the Movie, you let her fly. You feel the weight the rod pulling your in but your steal yourself and a few the kids grab hold of you helping pull out a massive fish. This seventeen pound fish. The kids are cheering as your have clearly pulled the biggest catch of the day.
Brie your just enjoying a fun time fishing with your companion and catch a small three pounder fish which is no small feet.
Jang you are talking up this robed individual. “Revas Benwold, is the name and you and your companion of very much won the fishing derby. Your friend there topped your already astronomical catch. Problems? This is a wedding celebration. The problem is going to be eat all this fish. Also hears your prize. You all get first bite of my famous pork ribs. They are smoking and I was about to take them. Also wanted the kids to have some fun here. Elyin is going to have his hands full when he has a family. In terms of problems four our town? We are a small town. We don’t typically have anything crazy except the occasional banditry. Honestly we almost had an incident with Tenzeki. He’s harmless just incredibly prideful.” Jang you get the sense this man is happy to be here genuinely. You also get a sense of loyalty to the Elyin especially.
The older man gives as smile as he packs the fish in the basket. Well I’m glad to meet another faithful. Although Old Deadeye doesn’t much approve of Cayden chosen path in life. I recall Erastil said Cayden Cailean is a good-hearted fool and needs to settle down with a wife. The day the Lucky Drunk finds the wife is the day I will quit partying. In terms of Tenzekil Braybittle. I don’t like to speak I’ll of others, but that obsessive gnomish beekeeper has fell on hard times. He lost the annual honey-harvesting competition to our newly retired ranger Elyin Ursage, though Tenzekil had won the past six contest. Business has been drying up. I don’t think he will cause any trouble today. He will probably be at the box auction. He has his eye on Lumi Reasonknot the prettiest little bride maid you have ever seen. I’m sure she will let him down gently.
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Vomer will pick up a rock, whisper to one of the kids, watch this, little one casts light on the rock and tosses it a lttle ways into the water, close enough that it can be seen glowing under the surface. watch and see if a fish comes to the light . Vomer will ready a magic missile spell and will start to wait. The spell trigger is 'if I see creature approach from under the water' If nothing comes within the next say...5 minutes he will stop the readied action. . IF nothing comes Vomer will say Oh well, nothing yet. You and your little friends keep an eye on that rock and maybe some fish will come to it. It will stay lit for an hour or so. Bye . Vomer will start to meander around, wondering what to do next??? Oh course if something does come and the spell triggers .......??
Brie you can go to the dance floor if the rest of your campaigns want to go to the box auction.
Vomer your bright and shiny rock works like a charm and sure enough a good sized fish comes into your view. If you would like describe dynamiting fish off of a dock like on Swamp People
Jang and Felix sound like they would like to go to the box auction. The older cleric gives a small as he collects the fish to bring it to over to be cooked.
All the kids cheer as the fish just explodes in the water. You watch as a bunch of kids pick up rocks and begin throwing it at the river screaming. “Magic Whistle!”
So would the group like to go to the auction or the dance floor?
To the auction.
Delicious smells emanate from this large canvas tent. Partygoers frequently come and go, carrying wooden plates of fried fish and barbecued pork with cups of honeymead. Around the back, smoke rises from several cookfires. Revas has already scooped up a few plates of ribs as promised and handed them to you. For those who partake can tell this is fall off the bone delicious ribs. The barbecue sauce is clearly a mixture of sweet honey and brown sauce. Each of you are also handed a cup of the mead to wash the meal down. You watch as the several fish you had brought are being chopped and fried nearby. As you are eating your meals, you see seven well dressed bride maids carrying small boxes walk over to the center of the tent. A beautiful gnomish woman gives a small smile and explains. “Welcome honored guests, we shall commence the auction. Each of our lovely ladies prepared a special desert to be auctioned off along with our ladies have offered a to join the winner of their desert for the rest of the day. A romantic evening? Maybe. Or maybe just fun time and companionship. Who shall place their bid the first bid?”
The deserts are
Honey pumpkin bread and a date with Lumi Reasonknot gnome
Apple pie and a date with Fayette Tountl human
Coconut cream mini cakes and a date with Alva Cordet half elf
Baked Donuts and a date with Telgara Raym human
Chocolate cheese cake and a date with Axilya Petynore elf
Red Jello mold and date with Gaylia Fensatra dwarf
Blueberry cream pie and a date with Usamea Pethorn half Orc
The opening bid is 5 silver on any of the deserts.