PbP GameDay 3 PFS 6-02: The Silver Mount Collection (3-7) (Inactive)

Game Master Beckett

You've been called forth to Absalom's Grand Lodge, not for high adventure, but to settle accumulated paperwork with local venture captain Drangle Dreng.

"It is truly a pleasure to be back." Venture Captain Drandle Dreng takes a seat at the head of the table and leafs through the papers set before him. "Some of you might have worked with me before my... furlough. And I look forward to reminiscing, but first it seems we need to spend the next few hours tidying up the paperwork you've accumulated over the course of your adventures."

It sounds like an exciting time awaits our Pathfinders.

Play will begin either Saturday or when everyone checks in with their factions posted in the discussion page, whichever comes first. For now, you can dot or roleplay with each other as you see fit. Looking forward to this!

"I am pleased as well to see you in good health," Azeban says, bowing his head in deference as the venture captain takes his seat.

The Tien man casts an appraising eye at the amount of paper waiting for their attention and ink and feels a shiver of dread. "I will enjoy this time together."

Bluff: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

It is immediately apparent to everyone that no one in their right mind would enjoy paperwork and Azeban is a lying lier who lies.

Asami is too well groomed to say so, although she privately expresses disappointment that she was called upon to do simple bookkeeping, and not having wonderful adventures somewhere else.

Kyroden comes into the room. He simply sits and pulls out his journal he makes some notes. He looks at the group and says Hello

The fastidious dwarf with the finely crafted bow shows up munching on a pungent sandwich with the spiciest meats in a large baked roll. The wrapped sandwiches are packed away in a neat row in his pack.

He looks surprised. "Paperwork, I didn't know we were supposed to keep notes!!"

He carefully examines the paladin and points to her with a partially eaten sandwich: "Good to have a knight along."

Dreng wets his cracked lips. "The lack of keeping notes would seem to be why we're here. First, we have this extradition order from Cheliax for... Oh my. Well, I’m sure the Society can—“

A blue-grey shape crashes through the window and lands on the oak table with a metallic schwak! The tangle of wings and claws eventually stands, a gleaming silver raven, and opens its mouth.

“G—gods help me, Dreng, I’m dying,” a distant male voice sputters from the bird. “Men in black—came for… Numeria exhibits. It’s Nigel... I’ve been shot! You owe me, you old bastard!”

Dreng’s lips crack and pop as they tighten. “Well… Sounds like you lot need to head to the Wise District. That sounds like Nigel Aldain, so go to the Blakros Museum. If he lives through the night, I might be able to make something of this—” he waves a hand over the mound of parchment, “disappear.”

Dreng obviously is prodding you to move along as quickly as possible, given the urgency, but he can likely answer a few of your questions before you depart. Afterall, an informed Pathfinder is a... well, a pathfinder that will likely stay alive just a bit longer.

Likewise, someone with the right skills might already know some details about the Blakros Museum, its curator, and its history. (Knowledge (local) or Knowledge (nobility) rolls)

Well-studied PCs may have picked up on the name of Numeria, might be able to offer some further insight on that strange land and its people. (Knowledge (engineering) or Knowledge (geography) rolls)

Kyroden chuckles at the name of the Blackros Musem. He then walks over to examine the silver raven. He pulls out small scalpel to cut the flakes of silver. Then puts it back to gather up his stuff.
Well we should be going he says to the group.

Leil looks disappointed. “But...what about my notes?” Realizing that no one will be reviewing her recent adventures, she frowns, then packs her bag.

“Let's see...Blakros Museum's Numeria exhibit...”

Knowledge (Local): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

Knowledge (Eng or Geo): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

Kyroden searches his memory about both topics

Know local 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Know history 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27

Asami's face lights up, as she entertains the possibility of doing ANYTHING other than the mound of paperwork. Strapping on her sword, she nods in agreement to Kyroden, making for the door.

Karos had heard of the Blackros Museum, of course. What Pathfinder hadn't? But the place was usually mentioned with an exasperated roll of the eyes. How was it, he wondered, that a place which so repeatedly had to be rescued by the Society could yet claim that the Society was in its debt?

Of course, Aldain hadn't claimed that, had he? It was Dreng who owed the curator. Oh well, from the point of view of low-ranking members like himself, Karos knew the two were functionally the same.

What, after all, did it matter? Karos had joined the Pathfinders in order to do deeds worthy of his patron, and here was another opportunity for glory, or at least mayhem with a chance of death. Also functionally the same, so far as Karos could see.

"I'm ready," he said, packing away his unedited journals.

"Priorities, venture captain?" Azeban says, torn between the safe tedium of paperwork or the more exciting danger of this case. It was clearly an order, however, albeit one with benefits. "I assume we should prioritize Sir Aldain's safety followed by investigation of the situation. Should we report back immediately after finding out as much as we can or act on our own discretion regarding the matter?"

“Nigel is a… a friend. He curates the Blakros Museum. A curious sort, but not the kind of man to claim he’s dying unless someone’s actually stuck him. He’s a former member of the Society and gives us special access to research and artifacts when it suits him. Losing him would be a setback."

Looks like everyone's ready, then!

As you leave the lodge, another Pathfinder almost clumsily stumbles into you, but looking into your faces apologizes and mumbles something about factions before quietly walking off.

The trip to the museum grounds is quite uneventful. Quiet, peaceful even.

The dark, blocky architecture of the Blakros Museum squats stubbornly between the more impressive government buildings of the Wise Quarter. One of the older buildings in Absalom, it remains unchanged and lacks the ornamentation of its newer neighbors. Imposing statues of armored men flank the entrance ahead, one partially obscured by a half fallen banner reading “Grand New Exhibition!” A blue flicker intermittently tints the dark windows, casting long, dull shadows over the groomed gardens and fountain. A crumpled figure in bloodstained robes lies against the fountain’s edge.

The garden is unlit, but the illumination from the museum's windows provide's dim light.

"I will scout ahead. Be ready to back me up."
Stealth/Perceptionx2: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (2) + 15 = 171d20 + 15 ⇒ (8) + 15 = 231d20 + 15 ⇒ (7) + 15 = 22

"Hurry. We need to see if he is alright," Azeban says, referring to the bloody figure against the fountain.

While Jory scouts, Azeban begins chanting a spell to search for any magical influence in the area.

Detect Magic! In case anyone is watching: Spellcraft DC 16 to identify, failure means the identifier thinks it's Seek Thoughts.

As Jory approaches under the cover of darkness, Azeban starts chanting in a clear voice, searching for magical auras (and finding none), and the figure turns to him and waves weakly, stammering, “Keep your heads down fools! They could be anywhere!”

“Are you Pathfinders? Did Dreng send you? It was... it was... it was in no way my fault! We took every precaution! Tomorrow was going to be such an event, unveiling the new museum, and absolutely nothing could go wrong! I personally inspected every artifact that came in, as both a scholar and a wizard. Everything was harmless as a newborn lamb! And anything the least bit suspicious went right into the lockbox! We even made sure those bizarre “robots” of theirs were neutralized!"

After this exertion, the man, obviously Nigel Aldain, starts to faint.

"Relax", Asami tells Jory in a calm voice "No-one here believes this is your fault, just rest easy"

If anyone here is specialized in Heal, it would be wise to inform Asami whether Jory is still in extreme danger, or if he is effectively "stable". If no-one knows, Asami will just default and use Lay on Hands to heal Jory if she fears he is in need of urgent healing

Kyroden reaches over the fainted man and murmurs. He then says Feeling better?

Use healing hex 1d8 ⇒ 2

"Of course this is not my fault!!" Jory replies with a snap. He points to the fallen Nigel: "This Nigel learned what I already know--magic is dangerous!! Now this isn't my first circus, so someone make sure he is stable and we go in. I want to find this lockbox, but I am sure we will be fighting something, so be alert."

He hands his wand of mage armor to Azeban. "Keep this for now. Use it on me, yourself, and even that elfling. Make sure you repeat every hour." Jory points to Kyroden--it is obvious he harbors a mistrust of elves.

He squints at the statues. "I've been attacked by statues before. Don't assume they are inanimate."

Jory is wary of elfs. He doesn't know if mentioning he carries arrows of elfbane is a good idea.

Effects = Mage Armor AC23

Hehe, I think Asami meant Nigel by Jori... but it's not as funny!

The shouting and jostling about is enough to waken the man back from his "faint". He turns up to the group, resting comfortably in Kyroden's arms, “It was those vile cultists! They struck in the night like cowards! Oh, Abadar preserve my poor staff! None of us know how to fight. I went to find help and those Numerian monsters shot me in the back! I blacked out. Thought I’d gone on to the Boneyard, but when I awoke I called for assistance. I don’t know how many of my workers are still alive! Pendleton was in there!"

“You have to do something. They could destroy the entire museum! Half of that exhibit belongs to you people!”

Kyroden thinks for a minute and then says What are these Numeria Beasties made of maybe we could capture one? Kyroden pulls out his mace and waits to see what the group says.

"Well, I'm no metallurgist, but I'm pretty sure they were made of metal. Have you not heard of these "robots" before?"

Kyroden says No but then again, I never seen half the stuff have till now. Kyroden then looks at the group and says The Society says we should explore and learn. That's what I think.

Azeban accepts the wand from Jory, thanking him even as he taps it on himself, the dwarf, and the elf, before putting it away.

"Can you get yourself to safety? Perhaps back to the pathfinder lodge to inform of the situation?" Azeban says to Nigel. "Is there anything we need to know about the museum? Perhaps you have a map or know the last location of Pendleton or your workers? We have to make sure they're safe."

Kyroden looks at Azeban and says My brother Hekra was right about you. You are smart for human!

“I’ve been expanding the Blakros a bit. Our collection has grown over the years, and moving larger exhibits in and out of storage has always been such a chore. It is possible the building now defies the laws of nature, being larger inside than out, but many people would consider that a draw.”

“We had everything set up in the Main Exhibit Hall, just straight past the entryway gallery. Everyone was there, preparing the displays.”

“I don't have a map, but as I said, the Main Exhibit Hall is just past the entryway gallery. The west wing holds the restoration room and access to the basement and second floor. The east wing contains our Historical Gallery, dedicated to historical curiosities.”

“The second floor's main attractions are the Halls of Mysteries and Incantations. The western wing is dedicated to offices and a lecture hall and the eastern wing contains the library, the Hall of Legendary Beasts, and the private gallery.”

“Now! If that is all, I do believe I am feeling much better now, thank you sir,” he says to Kyroden.

“I really must report everything I've seen to the family immediately. I leave resolution of this task in the Society's capable hands,” he says, waving a hand towards the museum. “Unless you have anymore questions for me?”

Jory grabs Nigel by the lapels in a judo hold.
"Glad to see you sacking up. Now go straight to the family and do not stop until you get there. Tell them we got this under control. You do not want to disappoint me."

Jory looks around with a quick glance. "Well, sandwich time is over. Let's go."

He motions to Asami. "Stay close by. I would like to know when evil is about."

Jory moves ahead somewhat cautiously. Stealth/Perception: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (12) + 15 = 271d20 + 15 ⇒ (2) + 15 = 17

Azeban takes a moment to tell if Nigel spoke the truth and if he had any other motivations. Working on false information was more dangerous than working with none.

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26

To Kyroden, he says, "Ah, you are the brother of Hekra? It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance."

Unless otherwise stated, the Blakros Museum features 15-foot-high ceilings, and features normal illumnation at night thanks to dozens of continual flame spells suspended in hanging braziers.

As you enter, an electric tang overpowers the room's scent of polish and wax. Walls and pillars of hewn black stone support the heavy ceiling overhead and a lattice of lamps burning with a steady, white flame. Dozens of paintings, both stunning and lackluster, line the walls just beyond the museum's grand doors. Various statues stand against the walls, while a towering bronze figure, arm outstretched with waves parting beneath him, almost scrapes the fifteen-foot ceiling at the chamber's far end.

Doors to the west are delicated labeled "Facilities," while a sign over the double doors across the gallery boasts "Histories of the World." Two sets of double-doors stand at the room's north end, barely ajar. A banner hanging overhead proclaims "Secret Sorceries of a Savage Land," while a more subdued sign below that reads "Grand Exhibition Hall."

You are now on the first map and can move freely about.

Jory looks around a bit and then moves to the north doors hanging ajar.

Perception take 10 for 25 then
Perception x2: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (12) + 15 = 271d20 + 15 ⇒ (10) + 15 = 25
Then he tries to be quiet. stealth: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (6) + 15 = 21

Kyroden stops for a minute to take in the scene. He then says Shall we start where the fight started? I wonder if the beasties are still about. Kyroden sounds excited at the chance to see these creatures. He takes point.

Per 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25

If everyone can arrange themselves in the room so that I know that everyone has control of their tokens, that'd be great. Thanks!

“Yes, we should start there and see if we can find a trail.”

I can't use Roll20 from work (R20 doesn't like IE). If someone could just put me reasonably close to the front? Thanks.

Karos looks for signs of the passage of any beasts.

Perception: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (3) + 6 = 9

Azeban doesn't notice much but offers his opinion. "We head for the main exhibit hall. It should be where everything started. We can find a trail and survivors there."

I can't move you, Karos. Only the owner of the token and the GM can. And Azeban will be sticking close to someone for protection, currently Leil.

It's been about a day so I'm guessing everyone's right where they want to be.

With a flash of electricity, a pair of the room's statuary come to life, threatening the pathfinders with spears arcing with electricity.

Jory and Kyroden will be able to act in this surprise round.

Unfortunately, the critters beat both Jory and Kyroden!

One of the constructs takes a step towards Leil and jabs it's electricity crackling spear at her while the other stands next to Asami and attempts to end the young Pathfinder's career before it's even begun by piercing her side with it's own crackling spear.

Damage to Asami: 1d8 + 7 + 1d6 ⇒ (8) + 7 + (6) = 21
Damage to Leil: 1d8 + 7 + 1d6 ⇒ (8) + 7 + (4) = 19

Party's up! Jory and Kyroden get an extra standard or move action with their turn due to not being surprised. The critters will act again on Thursday or when everyone has acted, whichever comes first.

Initiative
Group 1
Azeban
Jory
Kyroden
Leil [9/25 HP]
Asami [4/25 HP]
Karos

Critters
Constructs

Group 2

Oh, ouch.

Azeban quickly takes out his dagger and flicks the wrist of his other hand to hold onto a length of wood. He quickly speaks the command word and taps Leil with it, granting her some healing.

Move action to draw dagger, swift action to get out Wand of Infernal Healing, then standard to use it on Leil for 1 minute. Basically heals 1 HP per round.

Armor bonus does help with flat-foot, but not touch. As far as I know, though, only Jory, Kyroden, and yourself were hit with the wand of mage armor. And you are correct, armor bonus from mage armor does not stack with ordinary armor. Everyone else would've received little to no benefits from it. I'm also going off of the quick references since I can't remember who has what buffs up. I know who has the mage armor now, but next week...? The buffs that last for the duration of a combat I'll track (like shield, bless, or fast healing), but anything that lasts for hours it's best to track in the quick reference bar for ease of mind, since it's doubtful the scenario will be over before the buffs wear out.

Azeban draws a dagger with one hand and produces a wand with the other, tapping the heavily wounded Leil with it.

Initiative
Group 1
Jory
Kyroden
Leil [9/25 HP; fast healing 1 (10 rounds)]
Asami [4/25 HP]
Karos

Critters
Constructs

Group 2
Azeban

Cant see the map. It's only a black square. Kyroden takes his extra standard.
Kyroden will swing his mace at the nearest construct.Move Kyroden gets his vial and drink it. Standard Drink vial.

To hit 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22
Damage 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8
crit 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
the mutagen will gives me a +4 to my STR and -2 to my INT for the next 20 minutes a +2 to my AC. Which makes it 17 now if I am correct.

Heal 1 from fast healing

Knowledge on critters (+1 if dungeon, -1 if nobles): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19

”Ow! That stung...a lot!”

Trip attempt on construct (no AOE from improved trip): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17

5ft step

Asami cries out in pain as the lightning spears into her, backing off a step (5 Foot), and triggering her Lay of Hands ability, before taking the Total Defence action.

Lay on Hands: 1d6 + 1 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 2 + 1 = 8

AC is now 18, and I should be on 12 health

Worth noting that as an aasimar, I have electric resistance 5. Was that factored into the damage I took (or is having electric resistance even relevant)? If I end up taking 5 less damage, I'd feel comfortable enough about using my standard to attack this thing and then 5 foot away, but if Electric resistance doesn't apply then I'll stick to Total Defence.

Jory fires a single arrow at the nearest construct using a great effort at concentration. Then fires four arrows in rapid succession at the same one.
Perfect shot + deadly aim used for std
attack 1/reroll/damage: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (4) + 12 = 161d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 191d8 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14
Round 1 burn ki for extra attack another perfect shot on the first arrow
attack 1/reroll/damage: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (2) + 12 = 141d20 + 12 ⇒ (19) + 12 = 311d8 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13
attack 2/damage: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 201d8 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13
attack 3/damage: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (11) + 12 = 231d8 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17
attack 4/damage: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 161d8 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13

He points to the construct he is shooting at. "Focus fire on that one. And I did warn you these statue could attack!"

I wish I bought those expensive arrows made from the meteorite the dwarf expert fletcher was selling.

Jory doesn't provoke to fire, 4/6 perfect shots and 9/10 ki left

@Kyroden - The reason you don't see anything on the map is because this is the first time you've logged into the Roll20 map, even though I've asked everyone to do so multiple times. so you don't have a token with sight attached to it. That's why you can't see anything. Now that you have control of a token (assuming you're Ash on Roll20, you'll notice that you're nowhere near a construct, so would need to reevaluate your actions, as it would take a move action to get to a construct, a standard to attack, leaving you with either a standard or a move left over.

@Asami - Nope, it definitely wasn't factored in because your quick reference says that you're a male human... Easy enough fix! So you still have your standard and move actions if you wish.

Leil lashes out with her whip(?) in an attempt to trip the brass colored construct attacking her, but is unable to do much more than scratch it's paint job. Asami lays her hands on her side, a bright flash stemming the blood flow as she considers how to tackle this new foe.

Jory challenges the construct, firing a massive amount of arrows into the construct. Half of them go flying off the creatures metallic armor, the rest barely puncture it's armor plating.

Initiative
Group 1
Kyroden
Karos
Asami [17/25 HP]

Critters
Constructs

Group 2
Azeban
Jory
Leil [10/25 HP; fast healing 1 (9 rounds)]

I have a glaive so I think I'll 5 foot away from those robots in order to attack with my weapon

Attack: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16
Damage: 1d10 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

Asami steps back, putting distance between herself and the deadly construct, placing her glaive between them and waving it menacingly in it's direction, but unable to connect solidly with it. Meanwhile, Kyroden pulls out a flask and rushes forth with a mace, swinging it at the construct and connecting, but his weapon bounces harmlessly off the constructs armored plating.

That's two moves and a standard for Kyroden. He hasn't drunk his mutagen yet. I'm going with these actions since you haven't said what the different actions were and you made the attack roll.

Karos stands in the back, unsure what to do as he watches his fellow Pathfinders nearly fall in quick succession in a matter of seconds.

The construct on Leil bears down on her, following up with another thrust as the construct next to Jory turns it's attention to the archer and pierces the dwarf's side with it's electrified weapon.

Damage to Leil: 1d8 + 7 + 1d6 ⇒ (1) + 7 + (5) = 13
Damage to Jory: 1d8 + 7 + 1d6 ⇒ (7) + 7 + (4) = 18

Party's up! Critters will act again on Saturday. Leil's auto-stabilized because of the fast healing, so no need for a stabilization check.

Initiative
Group 1
Kyroden
Karos
Asami [17/25 HP]
Azeban
Jory [33/51 HP]
Leil [-3/25 HP; fast healing 1 (9 rounds)]

Critters
Constructs

Group 2

Asami lashes out, driving her Glaive into the statues side.

Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (13) + 5 = 18
Damage: 1d10 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10

Jory keeps firing at the one he hurt.
Ki for another attack and perfect strike with deadly aim.

attack 1/reroll/damage: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (18) + 13 = 311d20 + 13 ⇒ (16) + 13 = 291d8 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14
attack 2/damage: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (4) + 13 = 171d8 + 11 ⇒ (5) + 11 = 16
attack 3/damage: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (10) + 13 = 231d8 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17
attack 4/damage: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 111d8 + 11 ⇒ (7) + 11 = 18

Jory begins stepping around them so he has a chance to run.
He will start using five foot steps and moving slowly toward the exit as it looks like a TPK to him.

Kyroden will take a five foot step to the left putting him next to Asami.
this provides flanking for me and jory.. Kyroden then decides to wait before drinking his mutagen. He swings at the robot with his mace.

to hit 1d20 + 1 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 1 + 2 = 8
dmg 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8