GM Litejedi - Rise of the Runelords (Inactive)

Game Master Litejedi

Chapter 2: The Skinsaw Murders
Part 1: Murder Most Foul

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Starting Day: Toilday, 23rd of Rova, 4707
Current Day: Toilday, 30th Rova 4707


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Male Human Rogue (Eldritch Scoundrel / Phantom Thief) 4

Krovek approaches and takes a look at Grayst.
Heal: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27
"This guy needs some serious help!" he says, as he tries to diagnose the problem. "How come he's in a straitjacket? Seems like he should be in bed."


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

Grayst mutters and stumbles, his eyes rolling in his head, until they alight on Shaedeen. Grayst shrieks, "He said. He said you would visit me. His Lordship. The one that unmade me said so. He has a place for you. A precious place. I’m so jealous. He has a message for you. He made me remember it. I hope I haven’t forgotten. The master wouldn’t approve if I forgot. Let me see… let… me… see…" he rolls his eyes and thinks, then stares at Shaedeen, "He said that if you came to his Misgivings, that if you joined his Pack, he would end his harvest in your honor."

The man collapses onto the ground with a low moan. The orderlies and Erin seem completely befuddled.

Cator, Krovek, Shaedeen:

You recognize “the Misgivings” as a local name for a rundown and abandoned estate further south—a place called Foxglove Manor.


Male Human Rogue (Eldritch Scoundrel / Phantom Thief) 4

Krovek listens to the speech, but he's focused on the patient, not his words. "Shit, it's ghoul fever!" he says as Grayst collapses. "Gonna be the end of him soon without help. Doc, help me out here."

Krovek pulls out a healing kit, kneels beside the man, and prepares an assortment of herbal remedies as he tries to administer some immediate treatment. Heal Check Take 10=20 to boost disease roll, takes 10 minutes.


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

The playfulness Shaedeen showed earlier vanishes as the color drains from her face. This latest clue proves beyond all reasonable doubt who the mad killer is. "It's Lord Foxglove. He's killed all these people...for me?"


“Mithral Champion” Paladin 6| hp 52/52| Init +3, Per +9 (Darkvision 60’) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +11, Ref +9, Will +10 (acid/cold/electricity resist 5)| Rapier +9 (1d6/18-20)

”Impossible,” Hollie replies. ”We just saw Lord Aldern. He was fine. The only way I can see him being responsible is if he had the undead in his thrall or employ somehow. And based on how he acted in the goblin attack, I don’t see how he could pull that off...”

When Grays collapses and Krovek announces his diagnosis, Hollie steps forward and kneels beside the beleaguered man. Her arms glow silver as she reaches over and places a hand gently on his back to offer some healing, if that would help.

”Ghoul fever? So...does that mean we are hunting a ghoul?”

Lay on Hands: 2d6 ⇒ (3, 4) = 7


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

Grayst's moan rises to a shriek, and as he lurches to his feet, his arms tear free of the old straitjacket. He tries to push past Krovek to get to Shaedeen!

Overrun Krovek: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (14) + 13 = 27

He's nearly as strong as the half-orc as he barrels past him, knocking Krovek over and charging the teen!

pummeling arms, power attack, charge, knockout blow: 1d20 + 11 - 2 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 11 - 2 + 2 = 21
pummel damage, PA: 1d8 + 4 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 + 4 = 12
Shaedeen Fort save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9
1d6 ⇒ 5

Shae is unconscious for 5 rounds, but may make a fort save each round as a full-round-action to wake up.

With a burst of speed, the man pummels Shaedeen with a dangerous blow, a crack echoing in the workroom across her skull, and Shaedeen falls unconscious! With a triumphant shriek, Grayst says, "YES, MASTER WILL LOVE ME NOW! I JUST HAVE TO TEAR HER APART!"

The two orderlies are shocked, but move to protect Erin Habe, who's cowering in the corner. One escorts him upstairs, and the other stays at the bottom of the staircase.

GM:

Enemy1: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
Habe & Tieflings: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4
Krovek: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 1 = 20
Hollie: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8
Lunal: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16
Shae: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21
Cator: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 2 = 17

It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World-Round 1

Shae/Krovek/Cator/Lunal/Hollie/Grayst/Habe+Orderlies

Everyone is up!


hp 39/39 | Init +3, Per +8 (Darkvision 60’, Scent) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +5, Ref +7, Will +1 (+4 vs Poison and Petrification, electricity resist 5, cold 10, sonic 10) | Bite +8 (1d6+3)]

Drax, hearing the commotion, growls and rushes the door. His claw clasps the handle and tries to open it.


“Mithral Champion” Paladin 6| hp 52/52| Init +3, Per +9 (Darkvision 60’) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +11, Ref +9, Will +10 (acid/cold/electricity resist 5)| Rapier +9 (1d6/18-20)

”SHAE!” Hollie cries out as she watches Grays knock her out! She rises up and rushes after him, trying to tackle the man and protect Shaedeen!

Grapple: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

He snarls and lashes out at the attempt to grab him.

AOO, PA, charge: 1d20 + 11 - 2 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 11 - 2 + 2 = 17

But misses.

Drax is able to get the door open. Move to the door, move to get it open.


Androgynous Sylph Arcanist (Aeromancer) 5 | AC 17, Touch 13, FF 14 | HP 30/32 | F +3, R +5, W +6 | Init +7 | Perc +1 | Arcane Reservoir 0/11, Versatile Evocation 4/5, Consume Spells 0/2 | Spells: 1st (0/6), 2nd (0/4)

Lunal turns and kicks down the door, clearing the path for Drax to rush in unimpeded. As the dragon rushes in Lunal sends out a targeted wave of sonic magic!

Sonic Damage: 2d6 ⇒ (2, 1) = 3 Plus dazed for 1 round. DC 18 fort halves damage and negates daze effect


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

....

Shaedeen Fort Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

Cator moves to ready himself and the others for an unexpected fight, casting heroism on himself, striking his singing steel and beginning his raging song.

Inspired Rage is now in effect. All weapons have a +2 enhancement bonus to attack and damage (including natural weapons, bombs, but not ray spells or ranged-touch attack spells). In addition, Lesser Celestial Totem is now in effect. Whenever she is subject to a spell that cures hit point damage, she heals 1 additional point of damage per caster level. In the case of non-spell healing effects (such as channeled energy or lay on hands), she heals a number of additional points equal to the class level of the character performing the magical healing. This does not affect fast healing or regeneration.


Male Human Rogue (Eldritch Scoundrel / Phantom Thief) 4

"Son of a . . ."

Krovek stands up from the ground and steps closer. Knowing magic will be faster than getting his blade, he conjures a flaming sphere atop the madman.

Stand, 5-foot step, Flaming Sphere.
Flaming Sphere: 3d6 ⇒ (1, 6, 5) = 12 Reflex DC14 negates.

Krovek is about to set the madman on fire but feels the voice of nature telling him that's a terrible idea. So he tries some ice instead!
Snowball vs Touch, into melee: 1d20 + 5 - 4 ⇒ (20) + 5 - 4 = 21; Damage: 5d6 ⇒ (3, 1, 2, 4, 5) = 15
Crit?: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8; Damage: 5d6 ⇒ (5, 4, 5, 3, 3) = 20


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

Even though he's badly injured, Grayst lashes out at the Shaedeen, trying to tear her apart!

attack Shae, flurry, grappled, Prone, Helpless: 1d20 + 7 - 2 + 4 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 7 - 2 + 4 + 4 = 24
unarmed strike!: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9
attack Shae, flurry, grappled, Prone, Helpless: 1d20 + 7 - 2 + 4 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 7 - 2 + 4 + 4 = 19
unarmed strike!: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14
attack Shae, flurry, grappled, Prone, Helpless: 1d20 + 2 - 2 + 4 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 2 - 2 + 4 + 4 = 11

Shae is further pummeled.

One of the orderlies comes down the stairs and they both approach the one assaulting Shae. It looks like they're going to try and restrain him when they can.

It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World-Round 2

Shae/Krovek/Cator/Lunal/Hollie/Grayst/Habe+Orderlies

Everyone is up!


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

Cator draws his Nodachi and attempts to knock out Grayst with the flat side of his sword

nodachi (nonlethal): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

damage: 1d10 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6

Cator then takes a 5 foot step away to let Krovek in to attack.


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

Lunal's ear-piercing Scream Fort: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

He stands there, dazed, and then falls unconscious from the damage (combined with the nonlethal damage)

Combat Over!


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

Shae does not stir.

Shaedeen Fort Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

Cator sheathes his sword and says "Erin I believe you were telling us that we had no need to defend ourselves? That being so would you be so kind as to find some restraints for Grayst before we wake him up?"


Male Human Rogue (Eldritch Scoundrel / Phantom Thief) 4

"That motherf%#+er shoved right past me, then ate an ice shard to the face like it was dessert. Better find somethin' better than a straight jacket." With the party having neutralized the threat, Krovek heads over to Shae and heals her with a wand to at least make sure she's stable. Will start using the 'party' wand and will track it.

CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2
49 charges remain.

He checks to confirm she's relatively okay, even if unconscious. And tries to help her wake upl "C'mon Shae, guess that guy rung you up good."


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

Erin comes downstairs, looking very concerned and apologetic, and says "I...I am so sorry about this!" One of the orderlies grumbles and goes into a storeroom, fetching another straightjacket, this one looking newer. Erin wrings his hands, "he wasn't acting like this, not until he saw her... is she okay?"

He looks concerned, but gulps, "please, promise me that you won't go telling anyone about this - we don't get much in terms of funding - we just have to do our best. Not anyone. I will try to secure him and get him help to cure this, but if you go and tell others - our reputation will be ruined! Please promise!" He looks both apologetic and very nervous.

After another half minute Shae wakes up groggily.


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

".... .... .... ...uh...."

Shaedeen Fort Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15

Shaedeen Fort Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10

Shaedeen Fort Save: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14


“Mithral Champion” Paladin 6| hp 52/52| Init +3, Per +9 (Darkvision 60’) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +11, Ref +9, Will +10 (acid/cold/electricity resist 5)| Rapier +9 (1d6/18-20)

Once Grayst is knocked out and being re-restrained, Hollie slides across the floor to Shaedeen just as she’s coming to. ”Shae! Shae are you okay?”


hp 39/39 | Init +3, Per +8 (Darkvision 60’, Scent) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +5, Ref +7, Will +1 (+4 vs Poison and Petrification, electricity resist 5, cold 10, sonic 10) | Bite +8 (1d6+3)]

As the rogue groggily awakens, she can spot the form of Drax slipping past her and standing protectively above her. She may even notice his head snake around briefly to look at her, a concerned expression on his face!


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

Shaedeen's a mess. One eye is almost swollen shut, and she's got a split fat lip from the pounding she took. Her one good eye can't seem to focus.

"Wha' 'appened?" she manages to slur.


Male Human Rogue (Eldritch Scoundrel / Phantom Thief) 4

Krovek offers more healing, seeing the severity of Shae's wounds.
CLW, Celestial Totem: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
CLW, Celestial Totem: 1d8 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6
CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3
CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6
23 more HP. 45 charges remain.


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Androgynous Sylph Arcanist (Aeromancer) 5 | AC 17, Touch 13, FF 14 | HP 30/32 | F +3, R +5, W +6 | Init +7 | Perc +1 | Arcane Reservoir 0/11, Versatile Evocation 4/5, Consume Spells 0/2 | Spells: 1st (0/6), 2nd (0/4)

"Oh yeah wow who could have predicted combat you're so unreasonable Lunal." Once it appears things are calm again Lunal slips back into the room, then leans against the corner and folds their arms, looking about with a somewhat annoyed and pouty expression.


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

Shae sits up after Krovek's barrage of healing, and the focus returns to her eyes. She thanks the gentle giant and gives Hollie a slightly pained smile. Noticing Drax's defensive position near her, she reaches out a hand to him, hoping he'll help her to her feet and not bite it off.


“Mithral Champion” Paladin 6| hp 52/52| Init +3, Per +9 (Darkvision 60’) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +11, Ref +9, Will +10 (acid/cold/electricity resist 5)| Rapier +9 (1d6/18-20)

Drax keeps an eye on the sick man being tied up, but notices Shae reaching for help up. Before he can make a move one way or another, though, Hollie takes her hand and begins helping her to her feet.


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (8) + 10 = 18

Cator hears Lunal whispering and laughs "Lunal, didn't you think Erin was the threat?"


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

As the orderlies gather up the unconscious Grayst and begin to take him back to his room, Habe frowns, and says, ”everyone was calm until you people came in with your dangerous magic and dragons! Get out of my business!” He points at the door, and says, quietly, ”please! If you aren’t going to help anyone - and it doesn’t look l...like you are - just leave us alone!”

He seems to have lost some nervousness, now more annoyed that his request was ignored than anything else. He glances around nervously and fiddles with his scarf.


hp 39/39 | Init +3, Per +8 (Darkvision 60’, Scent) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +5, Ref +7, Will +1 (+4 vs Poison and Petrification, electricity resist 5, cold 10, sonic 10) | Bite +8 (1d6+3)]

Draxtherian leers at the man. It was one thing to make a request of a dragon. But to make demands and give one orders?

Drax slowly began walking forward. ”You presume to give a dragon commands? I already said I am here to keep them safe, and that is all I’ve done. But your insistence at this makes me think you have something to hide,” he says before taking some sniffs of the air. ”Care to explain to the others what it is I am smelling on the air?”


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

He shrieks loudly and flees for the stairs. He smacks his hand in the door near him as he does, yelling, ”intruders! They’re riling up patients and they won’t leave! They have a d...dragon thing that wants to kill me!”

With that, Erin Habe is gone. The workroom is empty.

What does everyone do?


hp 39/39 | Init +3, Per +8 (Darkvision 60’, Scent) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +5, Ref +7, Will +1 (+4 vs Poison and Petrification, electricity resist 5, cold 10, sonic 10) | Bite +8 (1d6+3)]

Drax pauses a brief moment before his whole body begins trembling in silence. A moment later, his body twists and contorts as his mouth opens into a full blown belly laugh that makes him almost weak in the knees!


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

Cator begins heading for the door, and chuckles over his shoulder "Drax, I thought we were keeping our enthusiasm to a minimum on account of all the dead people. Everyone, can we get out of here before we have to kick the asses of those Tieflings? We should head to Foxglove Manor. Maybe we find somewhere to rest up first? Give Shae a chance to fully recover?"

Cator also searches his memory for any information regarding Lord Foxglove

knowledge (nobility): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (5) + 10 = 15


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

Shaedeen takes Hollie's offered hand, but the scowl on her face betrays a measure of annoyance. She looks absolutely dumbfounded a moment later when Drax breaks out into laughter.

"You were messing with him?" she asks in disbelief. Shaking her head, she tells the others, "Kidding or not, I think Drax is right. Something's not right here...something's going on. Drax didn't threaten to kill Habe--that was an outright lie."

Turning to Hollie, Shae quirks one eyebrow and inquires, "So...exactly how much authority do deputies of Sandpoint have in these parts?"


“Mithral Champion” Paladin 6| hp 52/52| Init +3, Per +9 (Darkvision 60’) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +11, Ref +9, Will +10 (acid/cold/electricity resist 5)| Rapier +9 (1d6/18-20)

”Probably not much,” she says, shaking her head at Draxtherian’s antics. ”Come on, guys. Let’s go. Maybe we can find us a friendly farmer that will let us make camp in their barn tonight before the ride back into town.”


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

Cator considers Habe's behavior.

sense motive: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (4) + 13 = 17


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

Cator tells the group "Shae you are right, that guy was afraid of something but it wasn't Drax, and we should probably find out what that was." instead of heading outside Cator heads towards Habe, sheathing his sword so as not to further escalate.


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

Shaedeen gives Cator a nod of thanks (it being a fairly rare occurrence that she might be right about something). Another matter's bothering the young rogue. Turning to Krovek, she asks, "You said Graysk has ghoul fever? Could he pass that on to someone else--say an orderly...or a scrawny but pretty duly-deputized gal from Sandpoint--if he were to bite or otherwise injure them?"


Male Human Rogue (Eldritch Scoundrel / Phantom Thief) 4

Krovek takes in the whole scene with great confusion. He eventually answers Shae's question. "So yeah, somethin's really off about Grayst but he ain't dead yet, or undead. That's good news for you, Shae--he wouldn't've gotten you sick."

Krovek sighs. "Grayst needs help, and he also gave us the best lead we've got. Even though we had to beat his ass to save Shae, we might wanna save him too. By tomorrow, I could use some curing magic and maybe he lives. No guarantees, but it might work. But Habe's all wacko and took him away."

Once Cator starts moving to pursue Habe, Krovek gives Shae one more tap of magic for healing.
CLW: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7
"So, time for some more trouble?" He moves to follow Cator.


“Mithral Champion” Paladin 6| hp 52/52| Init +3, Per +9 (Darkvision 60’) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +11, Ref +9, Will +10 (acid/cold/electricity resist 5)| Rapier +9 (1d6/18-20)

”I agree we should try and help Grayst if we can, but he is Erin’s patient, and this is his establishment that he has asked us to leave. And we have no reason to be investigating his premises. Nothing about this place is linked to the murders save for a survivor being treated here. We should go,” Hollie interjects.


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

Krovek's last bit of healing eliminates the last bit of bruising and swelling from around Shae's eye, and her emerald orbs narrow at Hollie's words even as her teeth involuntarily clench.

"Whatever you say, boss," she growls. Then her tone changes as she adds, "OR...We could follow Habe so Krovek can offer his aid to cure Grayst while keeping our eyes peeled for anything else that might be going on in this place...."


Androgynous Sylph Arcanist (Aeromancer) 5 | AC 17, Touch 13, FF 14 | HP 30/32 | F +3, R +5, W +6 | Init +7 | Perc +1 | Arcane Reservoir 0/11, Versatile Evocation 4/5, Consume Spells 0/2 | Spells: 1st (0/6), 2nd (0/4)

"If we were really here to harm or rob you, do you think that asking us to leave would mean anything?" Lunal adds. They shrug, going back outside. "Call me the next time this place puts you in mortal danger."


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

As the party chats for a second about what to do, the door to the southeast unlocks and opens up, and in the door stands an older varisian gentleman. He wears a jacket with silver buttons, and stands, holding himself up with a cane. His black hair has turned grey, including his neat but thick beard. He wears spectacles, and his thick brows raise in surprise when he sees all the people collected in the workroom.

He clears his throat, then frowns, furrowing his brow, "hmmm," He adjusts his spectacles, and then gestures. Muttering, he says, "I had hoped that whatever Erin was doing would resolve itself - but then he slammed his hand on my door. So, I suppose it comes to me then." He grips the cane in his hands in front of him, "I am Caizarlu Zerren. I own most of this sanitorium. Could you explain to me why my work has been interrupted?"

Sense Motive (Hunch) DC 15:

He's annoyed at the group. He's also twitchy, a little, though in a way totally different from Habe. He looks like he's got experience adventuring, or something. Though older, he has the reflexes for danger.


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

sense motive: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (16) + 13 = 29

Cator, hoping to finally defuse the situation, tries to explain everything. "Apologies for disturbing your work. I am Cator Vorenus, with me is my brother Krovek, as well as Lunal, Shaedeen, Hollie, and Draxtherian. We have been deputized by the Sandpoint sherriff to investigate some murders. Your patient, Grayst, was a witness so we came here. It seems that whoever did this to Grayst has an ... unhealthy interest in Shae, because Grayst, as if possessed, attacked Shae on sight. That appears to have shaken up Mr. Habe, plus a bit of a misunderstanding with the dragon. Our only agenda is to learn what we can about Grayst and see what can be done to heal him."

diplomacy: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (5) + 13 = 18


“Mithral Champion” Paladin 6| hp 52/52| Init +3, Per +9 (Darkvision 60’) | AC 21, T 13, FF 18 | Fort +11, Ref +9, Will +10 (acid/cold/electricity resist 5)| Rapier +9 (1d6/18-20)

Diplomacy Aid Another: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17

”Yes, sir,” Hollie says with a curtsy. ”Our apologies for upsetting your associate, Erin, as well. He seems to be quite skittish. We introduced ourselves and our purpose, but he is quite a fearful man, it would seem. Have you had trouble recently that has him on edge?” Hollie asks.


Male Human Rogue (Eldritch Scoundrel / Phantom Thief) 4

Sense Motive DC15: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12.

"We're good at solving trouble," adds Krovek, attempting to be helpful. He grins once more.
Diplomacy (aid): 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (16) + 0 = 16


Female Unchained Rogue (Burglar) 5/Fighter 1 | hp -45- FL 0/8 - 43/45 | AC 21, t 15, ff 16 | Fort +5, Ref +8, Will +5; evasion, +1 Ref vs. traps | Init +8 | Perc +10 (+11 to avoid being surprised, +12 to locate traps); trap spotter | rapier +9 (1d6+4 piercing/18-20) |Sihedron False Life 0/1 | Conditions: diseased

Shaedeen says nothing. She sure as hell isn't going to apologize like Hollie...not after the attack she suffered.

Shaedeen Sense Motive: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15


Map | Sandpoint| Corruption + 0, Crime + 0, Economy + 1, Law + 0, Lore + 2, Society + 0

The man looks over his spectacles, at Hollie, considering her, "trouble? No. Grayst is a recent addition." He considers her further, and then looks at Cator, "I believe there has been some, 'ghoul' activity in the area, though. I have been studying this, in my spare time - an idle curiosity, I suppose." His voice is a little detached, and responds slowly "Grayst was one of their victims."

He pauses, and then pushes up his spectacles, "in your -" and he gestures, vaguely, "investigations, should you find any ghouls, or ghasts, I would pay for their remains."

He waits for a response.


”Cator” | Male CG Medium Half-Elf Skald 5 HP 42 | AC 18, T 13, FF 16 | CMD 19| F +7 R +4 W +5; +2 enchantments, +4 bardic perform., language dependent, sonic | Init +2 | Perc +8 | Speed 30 ft | Spells 1st 0/5 2nd 0/4 | Bardic Performance 0/16 | Active Conditions: None

Cator scrutinizes Zeren, and searches his memory to ponder whether there was anything nefarious that someone could do with ghoul remains.

sense motive: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (15) + 13 = 28

knowledge (religion): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12

knowledge (arcana): 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (18) + 17 = 35

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