[PFS] The Green Market (Inactive)

Game Master StephNyan

"Do you perhaps know of a place where we can speak to these individuals or they come around frequently? The sooner we can deal with the situation, the better."

"How can I assist? The powers of Korada are at your disposal. I can make any of you a bit more influential if needed."

"What do they look like in case we run into them?" Ghukar asked

"A good point! What exactly do you sell by the way?"

"I don't discuss it publicly, but it's true certain abilities manifested after my parents' death when I was a little girl. Mostly they give me a hint what is going to happen before it does. It won't be enough to help me fight of an entire gang of Aspis agents."

"The last couple of times they were a bunch of thugs led by a man who I believe to be a caster of some sort. They usually pop up up randomly, so I think it's best if you just stay with me during the day. They'll likely show up up sooner or later."

Zeeva smiles at Matsu. "Merchants are free to sell any kind of ware, safe for weapons, armor, and magic. Would you like a tour of the market?"

I've created a map, which you can access by clicking 'Green Market' below my name.

I'd love a tour dear! Can you recommend a good butcher, i'd like to grab some meat for a stew, oh and perhaps a green grocer for some fresh veggies, perhaps i'll do some roast potatoes and carrots with a nice Jus!

"Yes, please, do us the honors!"

"Yes , please lead on and if there are any merchants that specialize in alchemical items, I would like to pay them a visit." Ghukar said

"How far in advance do you receive your premonitions? And what form do you receive them?"

"Are all these here local? Or do you sell goods from distant markets as well? I'd like to talk to you about some economical opportunity when we get the chance."

As Zeeva begins the tour, Ryker hangs back from the group, attempting to lose himself in the crowd.

Maximillian merely nods solemnly and follows along with the tour.

Zeeva leads you to a butcher and grocer, as per Bertha's request. She looks at Ghukar and asks "What kind of alchemical items do you need? We don't sell the ones adventures often use to create bombs, potions, and the like."

"It varies," she tells Branson. "Sometimes I see an image, sometimes I hear something. It usually happens right before something happens."

Zeeva turns to Ryker. "Anyone may sell items here, as long as the items aren't meant to be used in fights or otherwise harmful. We have merchants from all corners of the world, but most of them live in Korvosa."

Suddenly, Zeeva freezes. "They're almost here... I don't know from which direction they're coming, but you should prepare yourselves."

Who's almost here deary? and are they cute? My sister Mary is terribly lonely these days I've been looking for a rugged man to set her up with

Bertha cast mage armor on her self.

"Time to get scarce"

Ryker attempts to hide between rows of produce, observing the crowd for signs of disruption.

Stealth: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (16) + 15 = 31

Nodding the samurai turns his scabbard 180 degrees, ready for what is about to happen. Taking a deep breath, his face behind the mask become wolf like, his muscles swell and he forms into his battle form.
Alter self... into an adlet. +2 strength and +10 speed.

Branson will set himself in a low crouch standing near Zeeva in order to protect her. "Stick with me dearie, and with Korada's blessings, we shall make it through this."

Branson addresses his compatriots, "talking first right? Who is doing the talking? Shall we just see how they address Zeeva?"

People say i have cheery disposition and a way with words, I'm sure all this nonsense can be sorted out

I have +8 to diplomacy and a +14 to bluff

Branson will cast enhanced diplomacy on Bertha.

Ghukar frowned a bit at the mention that there was no items that he would find useful for battle. "I had hoped that there might be items of that nature as you never know when you will need more for battle. he said, scanning the market area, trying to spot them before they spotted the group.

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23

Suddenly one of the market shoppers stops and turns toward Zeeva, pulling the hood of his cloak back to reveal the face of a man in his thirties.

"Zeeva, I think we should discuss some business. In private, so as not to cause a scene in such a serene setting as the Green Market."

Ghukar then notices some other market shoppers are moving in on you. The moment they realize they've been spotted they also pull the hoods of their cloaks back.

Zeeva looks at you for help.

Oh! dark and Mysterious, you are a catch in deed! Please allow me to introduce myself, Bertha Wotither, Business liaison and professional negotiator at your service, and Lady Foxgloves of course..

bluff: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (16) + 14 = 30

Bertha give the now unhooded man a cheeky wink.

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Please let us take this discussion to a more suitable location, to better discuss terms shall we?

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7

Are you alone dear sir?

Looking around Anfial looks for the first one for his steel kiss.

Maximillian watches the interaction closely, not wanting to start the fight but ready to quickly end it with his sword.

The man gives Bertha a dark look. "You stay here, this is none of your business!"

"Zeeva, you come with us now! Don't make this any harder than it has to be."

Ryker picks up a golden-colored fruit and examines it, while keeping an eye on his angelic friends and their less-angelic visitors. His knives itch in their wrist sheaths, but he resists the urge to scratch. Instead, he takes a big sniff of the golden fruit, and smiles as the smells of gold, silver and copper tickle his nose.

I will never tire of the smell of money.

Still watching the exchange of words, he puts the fruit down and tries to keep out of view.

No use talking to a snake. Better to strike 'em dead before they have the chance to bite, if you ask me, but I won't draw my blades in a crowded market. At least, I won't be the one to draw first. Let them deal with the guards asking questions. If they are still capable of answering...

Branson comes forward, holding his hands up and showing they are empty, "Now I certainly do not mean to contradict you sir, but this actually is our business. We are associates of Ms. Zeeva, so any money you have to deliver to Ms. Zeeva, you can go ahead and give it to her."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23

As he comes forward, Branson is scanning to make sure he has identified all of the bad guys.

Perception: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (3) + 14 = 17

Zeeva wont be going anywhere with you, or without us, if you have come to pay tribute then please give Lady Foxglove you tribute and leave, I'm not sure if you understand just how hard this situation can be made.....for you that is deary

A sinister grin crosses Bertha's face

Intimidate: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (6) + 12 = 18

"If you would like to discuss your business matters in the open, sir, we are glad to do so, but as my companions assert, Ms. Foxglove is not going anywhere with you." Maximillian adds with a stern expression.

I sense a donnybrook in the offing!

Ghukar reached into his pouch and pulled out some scraps of paper and string. "Since it seems you are itching for a fight, would you mind writing down your names and any last messages for your next of kin? If you can not write, just tell me your name rather than writing an "X"" he said, holding the paper and stings in one hand while digging into the pouch once again for a pen.

Init: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25

In the event of the inevitable...

Initiative: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7 I rock!

"Guess we'll just have to teach you your place!" the man announces, and you notice the thugs surrounding you all draw greatswords while the man himself draws a dagger.

Round 1:
Ghukar
Matsu
Red thug
Zeeva
Green thug
Bertha
Blue thug
Impolite man
Yellow thug
Maximillian
Ryker
Branson

We'll use initiative blocks for all the combat. Those with their names in bold are up, and their actions will resolve in the order they post in. (Unless you describe waiting for someone else to act first, which I'll then keep into account as I resolve your actions.)

Dropping the paper and string from his hand Ghukar smiled "And here I was hoping that you would go away. Oh well, here Catch!" he said as a blast of flame erupted around the leader.

Explosive bomb centered on the impolite guy. Selecting out me and my allies (precise bomb). Using Splash weapon mastery (AA) to add the green guy to the blast. DC 17 reflex to avoid catching fire, 9 splash damage

Explosive bomb: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (5) + 11 = 163d6 + 6 ⇒ (3, 5, 2) + 6 = 16

With a flash of movement Matsu draws his katana into the first Greatswordwielder.
Iaijutsu slash: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 141d8 + 3d6 + 14 ⇒ (8) + (2, 1, 6) + 14 = 31

I expect you all to handle this in one round, so I can just proceed to the healing when it gets to me.

@Ghukar: I should've mentioned it before, but the shopping crowd's still present. You may want to change your actions, before you end up killing random people.

As for movement; the area counts as difficult terrain.

Then make it a Tanglefoot bomb on impolite guy, selecting out any friendlies

Ref: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20

Ghukar throws a tanglefoot bomb at the impolite man, but the man avoids being covered in the bomb's sticky goo. Some people in the crowd get a bit of sticky resin on them and yelp, but no harm's done to them.

@Matsu: I moved you up to one of the nearest thugs. Can you move yourself next time, or aren't you able to edit the map?

Matsu steps up to one of the nearby greatsword wielding thugs and uses an iaijutsu slash to inflict a crippling injury to the man.

Red: Greatsword: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (15) + 8 = 23 Damage: 2d6 + 4 ⇒ (4, 6) + 4 = 14

One of the thugs moves up to Ghukar and uses his greatsword to cut into the wayang.

"Please don't kill them!" Zeeva pleads to you after she's seen Matsu attack.

Zeeva places a hand on Ghukar's shoulder and casts a healing hex on him.

Healing for Ghukar: 1d8 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9

Green: Greatsword: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (17) + 8 = 25 Damage: 2d6 + 4 ⇒ (4, 2) + 4 = 10

Another thug then steps forward and cuts Branson.

Round 1:
Ghukar 46/51HP
Matsu
Red thug
Zeeva
Green thug
Bertha
Blue thug
Impolite man
Yellow thug
Maximillian
Ryker
Branson 23/33HP

Please stop this nonsense, but down those swords before one of you gets yourself hurt

Bertha casts ray of enfeeblement of Blue (DC17 Fort save for half)

Ranged touch attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22

Strength Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

Looking at the one he has injured Matsu speaks up."Your stance is weak, your hara unaligned. Drop your weapon and I will be merciful!"

fort: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 8

Bertha shoots a ray of enfeeblement at one of the thugs, causing his legs to buckle from his own weight.

Blue: Greatsword: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7 Damage: 2d6 ⇒ (4, 5) = 9

Despite his weakened state the thug moves up to Bertha and tries to cut her, but he can't even lift his greatsword.

Will; Matsu: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

The impolite man weaves a spell and suddenly Matsu freezes in place. Matsu breathes normally but cannot take any actions, even speech.

Even with Matsu now paralyzed, the thug he wounded drops his greatsword and surrenders. "I yield! I yield!"

Round 1:
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Maximillian
Ryker
Branson 23/33HP

Round 2:
Ghukar 46/51HP
Matsu (Paralyzed)[/b]
Red thug
Zeeva
Green thug
Bertha
Blue thug (8 Str damage)
Impolite man
Yellow thug -31HP
Maximillian
Ryker
Branson 23/33HP

@Matsu: You may attempt a new DC 19 will save as a full-round action. If you succeed you're no longer paralyzed.

From his hiding place behind the fruit stand, Ryker flexes his wrists to draw his daggers from their well-hidden spring-loaded wrist sheathes. swift

He throws one at the impolite man, then moves behind the man, drawing another blade as he approaches.

Attack(throw): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (16) + 11 = 27
Damage(sneak): 1d4 + 2 + 3d8 ⇒ (3) + 2 + (5, 6, 7) = 23

"I got another one right here, for ya, bub"

Can Matsu spend a point of resolve to redo the willsave?
Will: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 3 = 17

@Matsu: You can, but you didn't make it... :(

@Ghukar & Matsu: I meant to make your names bold. You're also up.

Maximillian moves into a flank with Ryder, draws his sword and tries to whack the impolite man with the broadside of the blade.

Nonlethal Greatsword attack + Flank + Power Attack (Furious Focus cancels PA penalty): 1d20 + 12 + 2 - 1 ⇒ (11) + 12 + 2 - 1 = 24
Nonlethal Damage: 2d6 + 6 + 6 ⇒ (2, 3) + 6 + 6 = 17

Max has two boons (Envoy of Peace and Soldier of Peace) that reduce nonlethal attack penalties by -1 and -2 respectively for a total of just a -1.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11

Branson will take a 5' step to his NW (thus disallowing the impolite man from having a spot to 5' and cast without provoking.

Branson will then cast CLW on himself.

CLW: 1d8 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10 No AOO

Ryker draws a dagger from his wrist sheath and throws it in the impolite man's back. He then moves up to the man while drawing another dagger.

Maximillian moves into a flank with Ryker and knocks the impolite man out.

Branson casts a cure spell on himself, fully healing himself.

Round 2:
Ghukar 46/51HP
Matsu (Paralyzed) [Gets a new DC 19 Will save as a full-round action]
Red thug
Zeeva
Green thug
Bertha
Blue thug (8 Str damage)
Impolite man -23HP 17NL (Unconscious)
Yellow thug -31HP (Unarmed & surrendered)
Maximillian
Ryker
Branson 33/33HP

Can someone move me 5' to the NW?

Seeing that he was in a bit of a spot due to the crowd, Ghukar turned into a shadowy form and moved away from the two thugs with swords that were bigger than he was.

Activating Dissolution's Child (Su/ARG pg 210)
Stealth(Concealment from invisibility/moving): 1d20 + 37 ⇒ (18) + 37 = 55
Branson, you can not 5 foot step due to difficult terrain. If you do they get attacks.

Oh!