[PFS - PbP Game Day 3] 5–11: Library of the Lion (tier 1-2) (Inactive)

Game Master StephNyan

Each researching character can attempt a Linguistics, Knowledge (history), or text-based Craft or Profession check (such as Profession [librarian] or Craft [bookbinding]) to find texts. You might use a different skill or ability, albeit with a penalty ranging from –2 to –5 at my discretion. Those who use magic or class abilities in a particularly creative or relevant way might receive up to a +5 bonus on a check, also at my discretion.


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Negi and Rolan step into the ancient books room Negi just unlocked. Once inside they take a hasty look around, not seeing anything that wasn't described earlier.

Fargrim successfully puts the room back to how it was before she and Eleanor entered it. She's not able to figure out where some of the items moved by Eleanor should be placed. (Eleanor needs to make a separate check.)

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Can Fargrim react to the housekeeper, or is she still putting the room back together.

Silver Crusade

F Aasimar Paladin/1 (HP 12/12 | AC:19 | T:10 | FF:19 | CMB:+3 | CMD:13 | Fort:+4 | Ref:+0 | Will:+3 | Init:+0 | Perc:+3 | Speed 30/20)

Perception: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

Eleanor leaves the negotiating to the more well spoken members of the group as she makes sure to try and put books back where they were.


Eleanor finishes tidying up the room she and Fargrim are in.

Meanwhile, Rallas quietly stares at the blind woman in front of him.

"I know you're still there," the old woman says to Rallas. "I didn't hear you move away from your position. So tell me, who are you?"

@Fargrim: You may move over to check out what Rallas is doing, and get mixed up in the encounter.

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Fargrim, hearing the conversation joins Rallas.

"Good day to you." she says with a smile, before realisting the woman probably couldn't hear her.

"We are hear to inspect the books. I'm especially interested in a tome around the Silver Crusade. Would you know where I could find them?" she asks kindly.

Looking around the room she locates a chair for the old woman. "Here, have a seat. It was not very kind of them to leave you down here while they are playing such a spectacular concert."

diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

sorry, didnt realize there was an update

[b]Yes, as my friend here said, we are looking for some information on that subject. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

aid diplomacy: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (10) + 0 = 10


"I'm fine, thank you," the blindfolded woman replies, and continues to stand.

"I don't mind about the concert, but could you answer my question? Who are you? After telling me that, I may consider offering you the assistance you request."

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Fargrim sighs.

"I am Fargrim Arikfind. What is your name?"


"My name's Iliyana Baslee," the woman answers. "Have you already tried the main library to find information? Didn't you find anything useful there?"

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

My name is Rallas. Pleased to meet you Iliyana. We couldn't find a lot of information.....nothing signifigant anyways.

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Fargrim nods, and then catches herself.

"As Rallas says, unfortunately the books we were after were not there. We were directed into this area which contains the rarer books."

She pauses for a moment.

"If you don't mind my asking, how is it that the library employs a blind housekeeper? "


Iliyana doesn't reply immediately. "I wasn't blind when I came to... work here... I was reading certain books, which I shouldn't have read, while repairing them..."

"May I ask who redirected you to me?"

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Fargrim gasps in horror. "They blinded you for reading a book? And yet you still work here."

She considers the second part of the request for a moment. "I think you would find it hard to believe - but you are the second...[/]b" she pauses looking for the right word.. "[b]being we have found down here that has been poorly treated. He asked that we treat you with care."

She steps forward. "I have some small powers of healing, they probably not sufficient to restore your sight, but... may I try?"

Will cast Cure Light Wounds if the housekeeper allows it.


Fargrim's request causes Iliyana to freeze momentarily. "Would you... do that for me?"

She removes her blindfold, and reveals what's left of her eyes. Each eye has shriveled after being cut open, and the wounds look like they've closed a long time ago.

When Fargrim tries cure light wounds on Iliyana's eyes, the inquisitor sees the eyes become slightly less shriveled. Fargrim would need a more powerful healing spell, or a large amount of cure light wounds castings, to heal Iliyana's eyes.

Iliyana puts her blindfold back over her eyes, and smiles wryly at Fargrim. "thanks for trying, dear. You're a good person."

"You're no Lion Blade though, are you? Don't worry, I'll keep my mouth shut. I'm not sure if I can help, though... If they find out, my husband and son..."

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

"Your husband and son too? Are they here also? No, we are not lion blades, and given how they seem to act, not likely to want to be one either. But you could help us. Could you direct us to where books on the military campaigns are like to be..." she pauses for a moment.

"Also we have an interest in laws, especially laws about nobility and inheritance."

She looks at the housekeeper again. "Do you live down here, or in town?"


"I live here. I don't know where my husband and son are."

Iliyana seems to hesitate, but eventually gives in. "I'll help you, but don't let them know..."

"I have the keys to the two rooms up north. I know where some books you may find useful are located in those rooms."

Grand Lodge

Gender: Male Taldane Human Magus/2 (HP:14/15 | AC:15 T:12 FF:13 | CMB:+4 CMD:16 | F:+5 R:+3 W:+3 | Init:+3 | Perc:-1 | Speed:30 ft | Conc:+8) Mwk Rapier (APE, AS) +6 (1d6+4+1+1/18-20x2 S) AP 2/3
Skills:
Acro +1 Bluff +1 Climb +6 Diplo +1 Fly +1 Inti +5 Knowledge (Arcana) +6 (Dungeoneering) +6 (Local) +6 (Planes) +6 Perception -1 Ride +5 Sense Motive -1 Spellcraft +6 Stealth +1 Swim +6 Use Magic Device +6

That is most kind of you. Would you care to lead me there?

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

That is most gracious of you, madam. And we will not tell a soul about your help.

sorry...been a bit blah the last couple days.

Silver Crusade

F Aasimar Paladin/1 (HP 12/12 | AC:19 | T:10 | FF:19 | CMB:+3 | CMD:13 | Fort:+4 | Ref:+0 | Will:+3 | Init:+0 | Perc:+3 | Speed 30/20)
Rallas Linnderil wrote:

That is most gracious of you, madam. And we will not tell a soul about your help.

sorry...been a bit blah the last couple days.

I know the feeling. Plus there's not much Eleanor can attribute to unless we're killing something evil.


"Sure, follow me." Iliyana leads you to the room where Negi and Rolan already are.

"Oh my... I hope these are friends of yours, Fargrim and Rallas?"

Ancient Books Room

Bookcases cover nearly every inch of the walls in this room, which is only faintly illuminated by small lights set into the ceiling. A glass-paned door seals each panel of shelves, keeping the ancient tomes stored within free of dust. Each cabinet has a simple lock, but the glass-paned doors look like they can easily be broken.

After a quick introduction on both sides, you're able to take a good look around. Meanwhile, Iliyana tells you what she knows about the books in this room. "I was instructed not to touch the books in the center shelf on the east wall, but that command dates back to when I could still read... I believe that the books there might be particularly special or noteworthy. You may want to check them out."

DC 20 Perception check:
You notice that loose pages in the case mentioned by Iliyana seem to flutter slightly, almost as though a draft were blowing over them.

The rolls necessary for searching this room are the same as earlier. The above Perception check is a separate check, which you may want to make first.

Grand Lodge

Gender: Male Taldane Human Magus/2 (HP:14/15 | AC:15 T:12 FF:13 | CMB:+4 CMD:16 | F:+5 R:+3 W:+3 | Init:+3 | Perc:-1 | Speed:30 ft | Conc:+8) Mwk Rapier (APE, AS) +6 (1d6+4+1+1/18-20x2 S) AP 2/3
Skills:
Acro +1 Bluff +1 Climb +6 Diplo +1 Fly +1 Inti +5 Knowledge (Arcana) +6 (Dungeoneering) +6 (Local) +6 (Planes) +6 Perception -1 Ride +5 Sense Motive -1 Spellcraft +6 Stealth +1 Swim +6 Use Magic Device +6
StephNyan wrote:
...are the same as earlier.

To wit: "Each researching character can attempt a Linguistics, Knowledge (history), or text-based Craft or Profession check (such as Profession [librarian] or Craft [bookbinding]) to find texts. You might use a different skill or ability, albeit with a penalty ranging from –2 to –5 at my discretion. Those who use magic or class abilities in a particularly creative or relevant way might receive up to a +5 bonus on a check, also at my discretion."

Thank you, Iliyana. We shall take extra care to leave the books undamaged and in the places we find them.

Ezekias moves to the east wall, looking for the historical tomes which are his part-time hobby.

Knowledge, History: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

"You have my thanks Iliyana. And if we find word of your husband or son, we will try to let you know of it. Somehow. If you are able to get out, I would also be happy to try and restore your sight, but it may be a very long process"

perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (19) + 8 = 27

"Look. There is something odd about that book."

She murmurs for a moment, casts detect magic while looking around the room, paying particular attention to the case.

"I think not breaking the case would be advisable. We are not supposed to really let people know we have been here."

She takes particular note of where the various books are before starting to search the room, hoping to get everything back in the right place.

Any particular roll necessary for that?

Then she starts to search...

profession(researcher): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

Thank you Iliyana. We appreciate the assistance.

Rallas then sets about looking for any pertinent information.

perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 20


Thanks for bringing it back up, Ezekias! I decided to post it in the campaign description. You should all be able to easily look it up now, when we reach the next page of posts.

@Fargrim: This room doesn't mention such a roll being necessary. Though if several characters put in the effort to erase traces, it could net the party an extra 'point.' And leaving a mess is never good.

"I'll stay here until I know my husband and son won't be punished for my disobedience. Still, I want to thank you for the offer, Fargrim. You're most kind."

Iliyana, who seems to be a bit emotional due to Fargrim's goodwill, uses her keys to unlock the cases you want to inspect. When Ezekias grabs hold of a book, some of the books lunge at him.

Swarm damage: 1d6 ⇒ 1 Plus 1 bleed damage
Fort DC11, Ezekias: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Initiative:
Eleanor: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (13) + 0 = 13
Ezekias: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3
Fargrim: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (7) - 1 = 6
Negi: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14
Rallas: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13
Rolan: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

Book swarm: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 1 = 11

Iliyana: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10

"What's happening?!" Iliyana asks with a panicked voice.

Turn progression - round 1:
Rolan
Negi
Rallas
Eleanor

Book swarm
Iliyana
Fargrim
Ezekias, Nauseated for 1 round

Those in bold are up, in any order. The book swarm is tiny, and on Ezekias.

I'll get back to your search results after the combat.

Grand Lodge

Gender: Male Taldane Human Magus/2 (HP:14/15 | AC:15 T:12 FF:13 | CMB:+4 CMD:16 | F:+5 R:+3 W:+3 | Init:+3 | Perc:-1 | Speed:30 ft | Conc:+8) Mwk Rapier (APE, AS) +6 (1d6+4+1+1/18-20x2 S) AP 2/3
Skills:
Acro +1 Bluff +1 Climb +6 Diplo +1 Fly +1 Inti +5 Knowledge (Arcana) +6 (Dungeoneering) +6 (Local) +6 (Planes) +6 Perception -1 Ride +5 Sense Motive -1 Spellcraft +6 Stealth +1 Swim +6 Use Magic Device +6

What the...?

Ezekias crumples as the books come to life and spring at him. Coughing from the dust and bleeding from his wrist, he tries in vain to protect himself from the swarm.

Well, I certainly saved us from that whole "there may not even be combat" thing, didn't I? :-)

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

"Stay back!" says Fargrim trying to keep the housekeeper away from the books.

Free actions I hope, and RP reason for the books going before Fargrim!

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

Rallas steps forward and tries to swat some of the books away with his rapier.

attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 141d6 ⇒ 2

Take Iliyana out of here. There is no telling what these might do next.

Scarab Sages

M Half Elf Investigator(Empiricist)/2 (HP 17/17| AC:15 | T:12 | FF:13 | CMB:3 | CMD:14 | Fort:+1 | Ref:+5 | Will:+3| Init:+4 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Rolan reaches for a flask of greenish liquid at his waist, pulling it free and tossing it at the books.
What in the name of Nethys is that?
Acid attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22
Damage: 2d6 ⇒ (3, 2) = 5

Liberty's Edge

Male Halfling Cavalier 3 hp 22/22 (16); Init +3; Fort +3(5), Ref +5(6), Will +2(2); AC 20, T 14, FF 17 (16, 14, 14);

"Watch the splash damage, Tallboy!" Negi cursed softly, drawing and loading his sling.


@Ezekias: Sure did, haha!

@Fargrim: Speaking's a free action, unless you decide to give a speech ;)

Despite everyone's surprise, some of you are quick to act. Rallas cuts into a book with his rapier, and Rolan completely burns away a book with his acid flask.

While Fargrim tells Iliyana to stay back, Negi draws and loads his sling.

Turn progression - round 1:
Rolan
Negi
Rallas
Eleanor
Book swarm -7HP
Iliyana
Fargrim
Ezekias, Nauseated for 1 round

I'll give Eleanor some more time to post.


At the start of his own turn, Ezekias takes a bit of bleed damage. The books then attack him again.

Swarm damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4
Fort DC11, Ezekias: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Ezekias continue to feel nauseated.

Iliyana takes her distance from the book swarm. "What's going on?!"

Turn progression - round 2:
~
Fargrim
Ezekias, -7HP & Nauseated for 1 round

Turn progression - round 3:
Rolan
Negi
Rallas
Eleanor

Book swarm -7HP
Iliyana
Fargrim
Ezekias, -7HP & Nauseated for 1 round

You're all up before the swarm's up again.

Scarab Sages

M Half Elf Investigator(Empiricist)/2 (HP 17/17| AC:15 | T:12 | FF:13 | CMB:3 | CMD:14 | Fort:+1 | Ref:+5 | Will:+3| Init:+4 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Rolan, having used his only flask of acid, draws his blade and swings at the books.
Attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21
Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21
Damage: 2d8 + 2 ⇒ (4, 3) + 2 = 9

Wow, talk about some amazing luck! I don't remember if you need a 20 on confirm rolls to do max damage, or just be in crit range again, so I did the dice just to be safe. I couldn't find it in the SRD, but if anyone happens to know the rules on that, please feel free to enlighten me.

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

Rallas swings his blade at the books.

attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 231d6 ⇒ 5
crit: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 151d6 ⇒ 6

These must be an animated trap.

Grand Lodge

Gender: Male Taldane Human Magus/2 (HP:14/15 | AC:15 T:12 FF:13 | CMB:+4 CMD:16 | F:+5 R:+3 W:+3 | Init:+3 | Perc:-1 | Speed:30 ft | Conc:+8) Mwk Rapier (APE, AS) +6 (1d6+4+1+1/18-20x2 S) AP 2/3
Skills:
Acro +1 Bluff +1 Climb +6 Diplo +1 Fly +1 Inti +5 Knowledge (Arcana) +6 (Dungeoneering) +6 (Local) +6 (Planes) +6 Perception -1 Ride +5 Sense Motive -1 Spellcraft +6 Stealth +1 Swim +6 Use Magic Device +6

@Rolan, looks like you did it right to me. If the crit confirm roll is a hit (not necessarily a critical hit), then the critical is confirmed and you roll your damage (with some of the modifiers) again.

Critical Hits

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

"The books are attacking us.." says Fargrim, trying to calm Iliyana. "Don't worry, I think we've got it under control..."

Fargrim tries to swot at a book with her hands.

unarmed(IAS): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15
damage: 1d3 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Silver Crusade

F Aasimar Paladin/1 (HP 12/12 | AC:19 | T:10 | FF:19 | CMB:+3 | CMD:13 | Fort:+4 | Ref:+0 | Will:+3 | Init:+0 | Perc:+3 | Speed 30/20)

Eleanor doesn't have anything to tackle swarms, but her blade.

Eleanor draws her blade and swings wildly at the sword, unequipped for dealing with this kind of attack.

attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12

damage: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 2 = 9


@Rolan: Your confirmation roll has to to be equal to or exceed the opponent's AC. Basically, it's similar to just making an attack roll.

Rolan and Fargrim take out the book swarm, while Rallas and Eleanor swings their blades wildly in the air.

Some time after the books stop moving, Ezekias feels his stomach calm down.

"Oh dear..." Iliyana mutters. "Is it... a big mess?"

'A big mess', Iliyana calls it, would be an understatement. There are pages scattered everywhere, and one half of a book has dissolved in acid.

Among the books that aren't destroyed you find the following:

General's Logbooks:
These journals record the perspectives of Taldan generals that led various phases of the Shining Crusade. Collectively, they provide valuable insight into challenges the crusaders had to overcome.

A Silver Horn:
This text describes in detail an enchanted silver horn capable of granting courage in times of need, which Taldor used for the fifth Army of Exploration and much later during the Shining Crusade, when it was shattered into several pieces. A priest of Aroden prophesied that even if re-forged, the instrument would never sound again, and it was given a hero’s burial. The text mentioned nothing of the horn’s present location.

Card Catalogue:
This aging card catalog system notes where one might find various types of information. The reference is somewhat dated and inaccurate.

Clue: Use this clue to learn how many clues or texts remain in any two rooms.

Liberty's Edge

Male Halfling Cavalier 3 hp 22/22 (16); Init +3; Fort +3(5), Ref +5(6), Will +2(2); AC 20, T 14, FF 17 (16, 14, 14);

"Well this isn't good." Negi says, bending down to try to put the remaining books in some semblance of order. "Here!" he thrusts the melted book into Roland's hand. "Go hide this somewhere!"

Grand Lodge

Gender: Male Taldane Human Magus/2 (HP:14/15 | AC:15 T:12 FF:13 | CMB:+4 CMD:16 | F:+5 R:+3 W:+3 | Init:+3 | Perc:-1 | Speed:30 ft | Conc:+8) Mwk Rapier (APE, AS) +6 (1d6+4+1+1/18-20x2 S) AP 2/3
Skills:
Acro +1 Bluff +1 Climb +6 Diplo +1 Fly +1 Inti +5 Knowledge (Arcana) +6 (Dungeoneering) +6 (Local) +6 (Planes) +6 Perception -1 Ride +5 Sense Motive -1 Spellcraft +6 Stealth +1 Swim +6 Use Magic Device +6

Using such rare and irreplaceable books for a simple trap is a dastardly deed, I must say.

Ezekias looks forlornly at the tattered pages, then attempts to clean up the mess as best he can as he quaffs a potion (CLW) to stop his bleeding.

Probably better books missing than acid-burned and hacked to pieces, do you think?

He moves to place the unsalvageable pieces in his pack (other characters may intercede if they disagree), then sits down to quickly sketch some notes on the notable books.

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Fargrim nods, but moves to interscept Ezekias before he drinks his potion.

"Let me.." she gently lays her hands on the magus and does what she can to restore his vigour.

CLW: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10

"I don't suppose any of you know magical ways to mend things?"

Then the titles register. "These sounds like exactly the sorts of books we are after though.

"[b]Iliyana, is there a place where damaged books are stored? I'd prefer we put the damaged texts there, rather than cart them with us. Someone may be able to restore them in the future."

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

Rallas quickly jots down some of the pertinent points from the undamaged books and the card catalogue.

This might be of some use. Is everyone ok?

Grand Lodge

Gender: Male Taldane Human Magus/2 (HP:14/15 | AC:15 T:12 FF:13 | CMB:+4 CMD:16 | F:+5 R:+3 W:+3 | Init:+3 | Perc:-1 | Speed:30 ft | Conc:+8) Mwk Rapier (APE, AS) +6 (1d6+4+1+1/18-20x2 S) AP 2/3
Skills:
Acro +1 Bluff +1 Climb +6 Diplo +1 Fly +1 Inti +5 Knowledge (Arcana) +6 (Dungeoneering) +6 (Local) +6 (Planes) +6 Perception -1 Ride +5 Sense Motive -1 Spellcraft +6 Stealth +1 Swim +6 Use Magic Device +6

Ezekias is pleasantly surprised at the touch of the angelic creature, and gives her a sly wink.

Scarab Sages

M Half Elf Investigator(Empiricist)/2 (HP 17/17| AC:15 | T:12 | FF:13 | CMB:3 | CMD:14 | Fort:+1 | Ref:+5 | Will:+3| Init:+4 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Rolan tucks the burned book into his pack, meaning to take a look at it later, before picking up the logbooks, flipping through them, and stopping at a particularly interesting section. He reads for a few moments, and then looks up, as if remembering where he is. He jots down a few notes on what he read before carefully putting the book back.
So, where next?

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Fargrim smiles back. Her eyes though lack some of the warmth of the smile, look as if they see into the depths of Ezekias's soul.
sense motive: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (5) + 11 = 16 :-)

Liberty's Edge

HP 45/45; Judgement 2/2; Bane 6/6; Discern lies 6/6; Reroll @+4 1/1; Assimar (archon blooded) F Assimar Inquisitor/5; AC 18(*) | T9 | FF 17| CMB |CMD 13| Fort +6*| Ref +2*| Will +9* (* +1 for each adjacent ally)| Init +4 | Perc +15|LOOKOUT FEAT(use allies surprise/init)| Speed 40; (*Snake Style, AC is 1d20+25 vs first attack)

Turning to Illyse she asks "Your knowledge of these rooms is invaluable. Could you suggest another where we may find this type of text?"


"I usually take care of some of the repairs." Before Ezekias puts them in his bag, Iliyana touches the books. "I... I cannot repair these..."

"The administrator's attending the party. He may have interesting books stored in his room. Just don't... destroy anything in there..."

Iliyana guides you to the administrator's room, which is the other locked room in the eastern hallway. She unlocks the doors, and lets you enter first.

The Administrator’s Room

Two rows of tall bookshelves flank the imposing yet beautiful wooden desk that presides over this room. Over the door hangs a portrait of Grand Prince Stavian III, portrayed wearing an especially smug grin.

A brass plaque on the frame of the portrait reads, “A cunning lie is never told twice.”

Check the desk:
The top drawer of the desk contains a potion of gaseous form and an elixir of vision.

DC 20 Perception:
You discover a secret door at the back of the room, and a lever under the desk.

DC 20 Perception, after making the first check:
Pulling the lever will trigger a dart trap.

Liberty's Edge

Male Halfling Cavalier 3 hp 22/22 (16); Init +3; Fort +3(5), Ref +5(6), Will +2(2); AC 20, T 14, FF 17 (16, 14, 14);

"We'll try, ma'am!" Negi says with a smile. "...Um, as long as they don't try to destroy us first..." he finishes, somewhat sheepily.

As the group enters the room, Negi looks around.

Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21

And notices a door's outline faintly along the back wall. "Hey guys, check this out! I think it might be a door."

Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 2 = 17

Scarab Sages

M Half Elf Investigator(Empiricist)/2 (HP 17/17| AC:15 | T:12 | FF:13 | CMB:3 | CMD:14 | Fort:+1 | Ref:+5 | Will:+3| Init:+4 | Perc:+10 | Speed 30)

Rolan immediately moves to the desk, checking through all of its drawers. There's two potions in here, I don't know what they are. Negi, you think you found a door?
Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28

perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (17) + 8 = 25

Grand Lodge

Male Elf slayer 3/Un Rogue 6/snakebite brawler 2, HP 103 AC 23(27), T 17(21), FF 16(20), F +14, R +19, W +12, Initi. +11, CMD 23, Perception +21, lowlight(+24 traps)

Do not pull that lever! It will trigger a trap. Let me in there.

[spoiler=GM] I assume the lever opens the door also? Would Rallas know this from his checks? [/ooc]

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