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Having followed Henneska to the private dining room, Gax sits down.

Gax gives Henneska a serious look trying to assess how much of a threat he is, how valuable his belongings are (as a way to see if he actually has enough money to be worth any effort), and trying to figure out whether Henneska is messing with him. Perception 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (8) + 0 = 8, Appraise 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16 and Sense Motive 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (10) + 0 = 10.

Gax responds: Enough coin can buy you anything, including my silence. Bluff 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20.

Many secrets, only for me.

How far do you follow them? Into the room? Just up the stairs to see which room they go into? And what do you do when you get there?

Just follow them until someone says something to me...(then I will see what i do at that point)

Henneska nods at each of them in turn, then he turns and looks at the deurgar, recognizing his presence for the first time. He opens his mouth and cocks his head slightly, I do not remember you from downstairs. What is your purpose here? Henneska's eyes narrow, And would you be sworn to silence as well? I would not mind an extra hand in this thing, but if you are here on behalf of Veklan Stonefist, then you go back and tell him this is none of his, and he only gives me more reason to chase him. Henneska's face turns hard as he finishes, and he stares at the new man.
1d20 + 11 ⇒ (5) + 11 = 16

The drunks do not remember those who watch. As for silence i make no promises until I know why it is important to keep silent. As for Stone fist I know him not, but now my curiosity is peaked, should I know him? and why should he not be involved in this? If you answer fair then I will keep my word and remain silent. If you are not straight I make no promise of silence. Irori will judge what you say not I.

Henneska's face tightens for a moment. After a little, he sighs,I see you do not know Stonefist, which is good for you. He is a criminal in these parts with. No, worse than a criminal. I've been trying to take him down for some years now, but this town as yet, lacks the resources. Henneska sighs again, But I digress. I wish to keep this matter from him because he may find a way to use it against me. But I will not go further into this matter unless you are sworn to silence. I have given my reasons, now swear or leave.

Oh, and

Sense Motive 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (10) + 11 = 21

If Good feel...

If bad feel (ie not honest etc.

Either way ...1 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13 ....2 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 23 2 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 1421d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31[ spoiler] 1=Perception to see who is with in ear/hearing distance of "our" conversation then 2=Sense motive on possible hearers.[/spoiler]

You get a good feel. And are those sense motives for Kharn/Marcus/Gax? Or other listeners? At this point there are no other listeners, you are in a private dining room. Door closed.

Here are the perception checks I mentioned

Stuff: Perception :1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
rats: Perception :1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21
Tobia: Perception :1d20 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

yep for them- the perception was to make sure only they were wit h in sight / hearing

Gax, ever practical, says: You've been trying to take down Stonefist for years, but couldn't, so what do you expect us to do? And why trust a group of as odd as this with your secrets?

Gax will be trying to judge his motives from whatever his reply is. Sense motive 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (2) + 0 = 2.

Henneska stops for a moments, eyes fixed on Tobia. Your terms are amenable. He nods then looks around, Well, that's it then. Let's get started. Henneska stops, staring at his hands pressed against the table.

After a while he straightened. He looked over each of the men standing in the room. My wife and children have been taken from my home. His voice breaks, then he clears his throat I need some men to find them. I would go to the town guards, but I'm sure that Stonefist has men among them. He may be behind it, and he may not. There are other crime bosses around, but he is the most active and most elusive. Henneska's features screw up in a snarl for a moment. I don't know what is wanted with them yet, but I do know that they haven't been killed. There was a note left behind, but all it said was, "They live, for now." Henneska pursed his lips and closed his eyes. After he a time he looks back up, Can you help me?

Edit: Sorry, been working on this for a while, didn't see your q. I'll put it after this if that's okay.

Henneska turns to Gax. I am no warrior. And this town has been corrupt and lawless for many years past. It is only since I got here that anything has been done to clean it up. But I still do not have many men I can trust. You are outlanders, and while it may be foolish to put my trust in you, it is the only thing I can think to do. Stonefist and the others have their hooks in almost everyone from here. My hope is that as outlanders, you will be free from their taint. Besides I do not even know that it was Stonefist. He could do it, I know that, but he usually has more detailed . . . requests. Henneska's mouth turns up in disgust at the last word.

blehehe. Nobody suspects the mad inquisition. How to differentiate friend from foe, who is to know? We could shout blood for the blood god, and take the mix, if just for kicks. There is no joy spilling the blood of innocent, but the guilty will remain reticent.

1d20 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5 Sense motive: Henneska's story.
1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16 Sense motive: Henneska himself as a person.
1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22 Sense motive: Teapot
1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12 Sense motive: Gax
1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7 Sense motive: Tobia
1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13 Perception: To get a feel for the kind of people present with me, profession, items, familiars, etc...
1d20 ⇒ 19 Intelligence check: Do I know who the perp is. Or anything about him.
1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21 Diplomacy: Hmm. erhmbm, bluhuhm.

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*In a hushed voice*
You win this round, wine pitcher.

** spoiler omitted **

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OOC:

Bullpup wanders over by the sword and it mysteriously comes off the table and lands in his hand. He puts it away in his belongings. As he continues moving toward the front of the building where he saw Tobia go he happens to stop over by a broken belt buckle. He looks around the room and then back down at the ground amazed that the buckle has disappeared. As he gets to the side of the room that Tobia left he sees a pouch on a patron that looks interesting as it has patches of different colors on it and the moves up slowly to inspect it. He looks up to see if the man is looking at him. When he looks down the pouch is gone and the broken belt buckle is there. He looks up again and the back down and the buckle is gone too. Bullpup looks around panicked and moves quickly out of the room looking for Tobia.

Alright, says Gax, I'm inclined to help. What's your offer?

Gax looks around at the other people in the room trying to size them up. Perception1d20 + 0 ⇒ (20) + 0 = 20

Oh no, I wonder where he went, I hope he will let me still ride on the yak.

I sit silently. When I see Bullpup i slight of hand to grab and flip/toss a coin at him to get his attention. Soh 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (6) + 11 = 17 retrieve copper then SoH for toss 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12
attack intentionally nonlethal = 1d20 + 1d6 ⇒ (12) + (2) = 14 if needed apply -4 to improvised "weapon"

For a moment Henneska just stares at the crazy man. Then when Gax expresses interest, Henneska finally lets out a breath. Great. As far as reward, I would like to offer you 250 gold pieces up front--for any supplies or bribes you might need--and an extra 2,250 when they are returned. If upon return I can see that more money was earned, I may offer more. But this is where I would like to start. He finishes by throwing a pouch on the table. It lands with a loud clink. Where it ties shut, you can see a small glint of gold.

ah i miss understood thought i was visible and he was to

*I grab one of the skulls tied to me and turn it to face me and consult with it for a brief moment.* Hmm. Concurred, Timmy.. *I nod in affirmation at the skull.*

We are agreeable to your offer, head councilman.

Marcus straightens himself as he listens to both Henneska's story and his proposal. Your Story is one of woe, you and your people require protection from those that would take advantage of the people they perceive as weaker than themselves. It is my sworn oath to provide such protection, I agree to your terms and you have my shield. Marcus is completely confused as to what this crazy man who called him a teapot could offer the group. His insanity would seem to be a hinder to the group, all he did when the men with swords attacked the tiefling was call Marcus a teapot and get struck with a sword.

I accept as well. Perhaps my new companions will introduce themselves?

Sorry, yes, you can see those things.

Henneska allowed a small smile to spread on his face. Thank you. And yes, it would be good to know more about those who will work on this task for me. I will start, I am Henneska. The Head Councilor of Sirathu. He then looks around the room waiting to hear from the rest.

gax =I am not in monk robes. Never stated what i was in but i am actually in travelers garb. Only real thing you could pick up i think would be that I am a dwarf of sorts.

As for the rest...i remain silent waiting to gauge the others reactions to the info and Henske reaction to me not reacting.

Bullpup continues walking down the hall trying to open door after door to see who is in the rooms. When he comes across any people he asks: Hello Hello have you seen my friend a weasel and a tea pot man?

Marcus stands and bows slightly before saying I am Marcus LightShield, Paladin and Defender of the order of Torag He then takes a seat and allows the rest of the group to introduce themselves.

I Sit listen and remain quiet

@Tobia, did you not want to do the sense motive?

I am looking for my friend a weasel and a teapot man. That room really doesn't look special, and I am old enough, I am 2 years old now. Do you know where my friend the weasel and the teapot man went. I can just look in the rooms if you don't and since I am not stepping in them there should be no reason to charge me. Wanna see this cool buckle I just got, look its shiny and everything.

Bullpup reaches in his pocket for the belt buckle and while digging loses his balance and falls over before he can rest the buckle out. He gets up and turns around to the lizard attached to his pack by a string.

Footie that was not nice to trip me. I didn't forget you but now you are in trouble come here. Bullpup walks over and picks up the lizard and swats it once on its butt. Don't make me do that again. I did not want to punish you in public but if you make me fall again I will. Turning to Jherrine, See isn't this neat, Bullpup holds up the buckle.

We are Kharn. *I then proceed to grab hold of each skull dangling from my outfit one at a time.* This is Timmy, also Timmy, Timmy, Timmy, and Timmy. *I then grab the statue* This is color sergeant grumbly mumbly the six point oh two times ten to the twenty third.

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One of those sense motives was supposed to be for marcus.

Gax looks briefly at the group assembled around him and says I am Gax the Great. I'm sure you've heard of my gifts of prognostication and my study of futuressence.

Before anyone else can speak, Gax then lays four cards down from his harrow deck on the table.

He looks at the cards with an exaggerated "hmmm".

It's an odd hand he said as he continues to look at the cards.He holds up the first, which shows a paladin in battle against faceless dark hordes. "The paladin" of course, is understandable. He looks at Marcus. It could easily represent our stupendous friend here. It's a strong card, but it lacks subtlety. He puts "the paladin" card down and looks to the next card, before showing it to the group. The card has a gibbering, maniacal looking madman on its face. "The lost", hmmm, a dangerous, unpredictable card. He looks at Kharn. You are an interesting one, friend Kharn, and Timmy too. He nods to the skull, and then looks at the next card. He shows the card, which has a blindfolded sage on its face, to the group. "The vision," is likely meant to represent me. He then looks to the fourth card, holding it up. A humanoid rabbit crouches on the card with a crown on its head and broken swords in it's hands. Hmmm, the rabbit king. He looks toward Tobiaal. Does this refer to you? Without waiting for a response, he puts the card down and looks around the room and says tilting his head and staring off into space somewhere to the left of Henneska. It's a curious hand. Unbalanced. Incomplete. Is this all?

Jherrine laughs and mutters under her breath children. . . . She turns back to Bullpup smiling. That is a great buckle there. I hope you enjoy it. As far as your question, I haven't seen a weasel or a teapot, but I'll keep an eye out for them. Now go back and find your parents. And tell them that we do have cheap baths available here, if needed.

@Tobia, did you not want to do the sense motive?

not yet no real reason why i should that I can see

OOC:

1d20 + 11 ⇒ (9) + 11 = 20

sense motive if perception is high enough on Gax 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12 Ben only

I still sit as a silent observer- appraise 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (1) + 0 = 1 on skulls to see if I can tell if they are real or not. perception and then survival for same information 1d20 + 11d20 + 11 ⇒ (5) + (14, 19, 4, 4, 13, 12, 14, 1, 10, 1, 13) + 11 = 121