Supreme Being's Savage Conan PbP (Inactive)

Game Master scranford

You four are the only guards at the moment on duty.
If you'd like for us to recruit another player, of if you have somebody that might be interested in another game you're in, we could recruit one or two more?

Demetrio>:
You are able to find a library guard named Hurlan who agrees to "look the other way". for the day for (5) Silver Luna. You enter the grand library, taking in the gilded decor, and fine marble floors. It seems to your practiced eyes that the library is organized more for show, than for actual use. While there are a vast number of books, and scrolls, they seem to be organized by size, color, and shape more than by subject or author. If there is anything in particular you are looking for that would require an investigation success.

Mirian>:

• You are able to find a branch of Schyler's Scrubbing Rooms near the estate. According to the amount of work you need done it's from (2) Silver Luna for a basic bath and rinse, on up to (10) Gold Luna for the "Empresses Chamber" treatment.
  
• You may make a "Streetwise" roll to find a black-market buyer for the gems, or take your chances on Gem Street with one of the many buyers there.
  

Septimilius>:
When asking local neighbors and street people about Zheng-Ya you uncover the following facts:

• Zheng-Ya bought the estate about 10-years ago, from a tax collector who unexplainedly left the city hurriedly. Supposedly he got a good deal.
  
• He was a nice enough man, but kept to himself most of the time. When he did entertain it was mostly foreigners from different places, and they tended to come by night, stay at most a day or two then depart.
  
• Children state that his place is spooky, and that sometimes at night strange voices, and lights would flash from his windows.
  
• He always gave generously to any beggars or charities that approached them though he spoke little (Foreign accent).
  
• Nobody has seen him in over a week, but about 3-days prior to the caravan's arrival all his servants left carrying burlap sacks over their shoulders.
  
• A prying old woman does remember seeing Yetara, and Sefu in the past visiting with Zheng-Ya.
  

Demetrio did his best to find any information on the Hag they had slain on the way over here. He was baffled to find such a being. And something about her had disturbed him. It would be easy enough to simply explain it all away as Sorcery. But something felt amiss to him. Was she a demon? Was she some sort of evil spirit gone mad?

Investigation: 1d8 ⇒ 7
Wild: 1d6 ⇒ 5, Success.

Mirian>:

• You are able to find a branch of Schyler's Scrubbing Rooms near the estate. According to the amount of work you need done it's from (2) Silver Luna for a basic bath and rinse, on up to (10) Gold Luna for the "Empresses Chamber" treatment.
  
• You may make a "Streetwise" roll to find a black-market buyer for the gems, or take your chances on Gem Street with one of the many buyers there.
  

Empress treatment!

Mirian peruse the bath houses of Messantia choosing the fanciest she can find. She takes her time to wash the dust of the last days of travel. After a prolonged visit at the bath house the pirate hits the seedier parts of the city to sell the treasures the group found under Belthaar.

Streetwise roll: 1d4 ⇒ 1
Wild die: 1d6 ⇒ 4

I don’t think we need another player. However if another player wants to join this game of sword and sorcery, I’d welcome him or her happily.

Septimilius gives a substantial donation to one of the Mitra temples. Thirty percent of his recent earnings. Once he returns home, he discovers that he was pick-pocketed; probably by those urchins he brushed away when he was buying a bowl of fish soup.

Demetrio>:
You are able to find a discreet reference to a similar creature called a "Swarm Crone". The one you discover was master of several swarms of rats instead of birds, but there is a statement that other varieties are thought to exist. They are created by a ritual ceremony which involves giving up one of your eyes.

Mirian>:
You have never had such treatment, and you're not sure if you're more embarrassed, relieved, satisfied or violated, but you're quite sure you've never been cleaner... or smelled like this.

Mirian:

Demetrio>:
Fell free to determine what you would have been carrying, and what was stolen. I'll give you a benny for putting yourself in this situation.

I'll give Barnabus another day to post, then move things along. I would like to know who is on watch when however.

It was more the price and high standard than anything else that drew Mirian to the bath house and afterward she's not sure what to feel. Is this what the high end crowd spend their riches on? I'd take a few flasks of wine any day.

When she arrives back from her expedition she pours the gold and silver coins onto a table. "Good news! I've sold both the Belthaar jewels and the crone's eye. All and all 25 gold and 50 silver each. Cheer up Septimilius and buy yourself something nice!"

How should we sort the guard duties? One guard at the gate in four/six/eight hour shifts during the day and then two guards during the evening/night? One to guard the gate and then one to do an occasional patrol?

@DM: How big is the complex we're guarding?

Demetrio having sated his quest for knowledge, returned to his duties as a guard with a spring in his step. In particular, he is reassured that there is little to worry about with selling the crone's eye.

"It seems it requires a ritual where you remove your eyeball," he explains to the others. "Without that it's just a meaningless curio."

I had 66 Silver Luna. If I convert the Gold to Silver, I made 300 Silver Luna. That gives me a total of 366 Silver Luna. I might buy some new armor.

He spends his time guarding the grounds and practicing his swordplay. In particular he is attempting to build some muscle so he can properly wield his new longsword.

Apologies, been quite busy lately....

At Mirian's return with treasure, he crows "Ah! The spoils! You make my heart sing, Mirian!" gathering her up and spinning her around the room - if she allows it that is.

Calming down, he listens to Demetrio's account of the nature of the crow witch. "Interesting..." he mutters, before bending once more over his lute, plucking the strings, seeking another melody.

Later, Barnabas ventures out and makes a discreet introduction to the local thieve's guild, not wanting to step on any toes while in Messantia.

Streetwise 1d4 ⇒ 3
Wild 1d6 ⇒ 4

Septimilius gave 7 luna to the temple. The pickpocket urchins took him for six luna.

He also had to have his boots resoled. The soles were slowly separating at the forefoot. Each day the gap grew as he patrolled the estate (manor?). During his off-hours he found a cobbler and had his boots repaired. Not sure the cost of this.

Since he has the poverty hinderance, I think a good way to reduce his available cash is by having him replace gear very often. Little things that add up. Plus giving generously to temples, maybe orphanages, hospitals, and the like. I don’t want him to be a gambler though. He’s too cautious (another hinderance) for that.

Mirian>: The house backs up to an alley in the back. The courtyard extends the width of the house (About 75', and about 100' to the street and main gate). There is a stable, a garden, a well, and the servants quarters against the outside walls of the manor. One really attentive person can guard the estate from the front, but won't be able to determine anything inside.

Demetrio>: You spend time practicing with the sword, and feel that you're really making progress. In your spare time you work with a sketch, trying to determine what you'd like in your armor. In fact you are able to talk Barnabus into taking some measurements for you with a piece of cord.

Barnabus>: You find it very frustrating trying to find a contact with the thieves guild. Either they are very selective, or very suspicious. (After the beggar battle they know of you all). Finally you head home after a long unfruitful night. As you prepare for sleep you realize there is something in your pocket.

Septimilius>: The weather here seems to disagree with your equipment, as it seems that just as you get one piece repaired another breaks. Seems you can never get ahead. Then you got a boil on the back of your right hand that had to be lanced.... sigh. NOTE: That you can spend XP to remove a hindrance if you so choose.

I'm out of the country on business till the weekend, but can post most nights. I'll move the plot along this weekend and be ready for the next chapter next week, so if there is something you'd like to follow up on feel free to take care of it between now and next week.

After one of his guard posts, Demetrio asks the others, "I'm not the only one curious about our benefactor, am I? I mean, don't get me wrong, it's nice to have a steady salary again, and I wouldn't normally want to risk it being noisy, buuuut, maybe a little peek wouldn't hurt? Right?"

"What do you guys think?"

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Mirian, indulging in one of her favorite pass times, Mirian looks up from the jug of wine. The pirate's eyes are surprisingly focused even after her prolonged stint with the different spirits the house has to offer. "What did you have in mind?" she asks and stifles a burp.

"Well, we are the only guards as far as we know. One or two of us could do some sneaking into the hidden areas while one guards and the other serves as a lookout."

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Mirian stifles another burp and get's to her feet. "Sometimes wine just won't agree with my stomach", she say and places the empty jug of wine on the table. "So, when do we start? Who's standing guard?"

OK. Moving along. Still waiting on a watch schedule.

I need to know who is on guard duty at midnight, and where they are located... Garden, Front gate, postern door, roaming the entire exterior, and if the latter where you are at midnight. That person/people need to make a notice roll with a -2 for the darkness.

Notice Success

Demetrio looks thoughtful for a moment.

"Well, I haven't given it an extensive amount of thought, but -- Mirian and Barnabus will infiltrate, while I stand guard. Septimilius will be lookout. He has good eyesight and is pretty good at fast-talking, when the situation requires it."

I love it when a plan comes together...

Demetrio normally took the daywatch, but he wanted to give Mirian and Barnabus a chance to explore the forbidden parts of the compound. Septimilius was keeping an eye out as well.

Notice: 1d6 - 2 ⇒ (5) - 2 = 3
Wild: 1d6 - 2 ⇒ (1) - 2 = -1

Welp. It's such a lovely peaceful night...

So nobody is sleeping this night then???

We will once the mischief has been managed. I don't expect the snooping to take an entire shift.

”I don’t think this is a good idea,” Septimilius says after Demetrio apparently has convinced the others to investigate the off-limit areas. ”I’ll stand guard, but don’t be too long. The job might be that exciting, but it beats starving or cleaning out horse stables.”

notice: 1d6 ⇒ 3
wild: 1d6 ⇒ 2

So, just a quick summary so I'm up to date. In the evening Demetrio suggests that we investigate the main building. Mirian and Barnabas will try to break in while Demetrio stand guard and Septimilus acts as a look out. Then Demetrio will be the night watchman. And Septimilus as well as we said two guards at night (right?). Is that correct?

"Well, no time like the present. I'm guessing that our host have gone to bed at this hour. Barnabas, can you pick a lock?"

Demetrio and Septimilius are so busy watching Barnabus and Mirian stealithly approach the house that they completely miss the dark robed individuals climb over the side wall, and position themselves behind some bushes with their deadly crossbows. Everyone hears the twang of four crossbows releasing and delivering their deadly cargo.

Two each on Demetrio, and Septimilus, who are unaware, therefore the assassins have "The Drop".

On Demetrio
E1 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8 Crossbow
2d6 + 4 ⇒ (2, 5) + 4 = 11 Bolt 13 Damage
1d6 ⇒ 2 Raise

E2 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7 Crossbow
2d6 + 4 ⇒ (4, 3) + 4 = 11 Bolt 11 Damage

On Septimilius
E3 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8 Crossbow
2d6 + 4 ⇒ (2, 2) + 4 = 8 Bolt 8 Damage

E4 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10 Crossbow
2d6 + 4 ⇒ (5, 2) + 4 = 11 Bolt 11 Damage
1d6 ⇒ 4 XD

OUCHES!!!

Enemy QC
Mirian 4D
Septimilius 7S
Barnabus 6S
Demetrio JOKER

So...
Demetrio
Enemy (4 Assassins)
Septimilius
Barnabus
Mirian

Initiative: four of diamonds
Parry: 8, Toughness: 6 (1)
Effects:

Mirian tries to recall how she picked the lock of the shackles last time she was incarcerated when she is interrupted by the twang of several crossbow bolts and the reaction of her two companions (assuming that they at least grunt when they are hit:). She spins around with her rapier instantly in her hand. The pirate catches a glimpse of the intruders and stands motionless in surprise that someone would have the audacity to attack a home that was under her protection. "Do you not know that these grounds are under the protection of Mirian Greyfeather? You must be desperate to pit yourself against the quickest blade in Hyboria."

Draw my rapier
If I can draw my dagger I will do so as well

The second damage is higher than Septimilius’ toughness so he’s shaken this round.

”Argh! What?” Septimilius calls. One of the bolts impaled his shield and nearly hit his forearm. The second bolt punches through his armor into his abdomen. He doesn’t feel blood flowing, but his stomach hurts.

I’ll post my action/attack after the assailants go again.

Okay, so potentially 2 wounds from 2 attacks . Let's do some soaking. Soak #1:
Vigor : 1d6 ⇒ 1
Wild, with Ace : 2d6 ⇒ (6, 4) = 10, Success. 1 wound soaked.

Soak #2:
Vigor : 1d6 ⇒ 4
Wild: 1d6 ⇒ 4, Success.

Okay, 2 Bennies spent. And no wounds.

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Initiative Joker!
It was pure luck that saved Demetrio. He just so happened to turn just as the first crossbow bolt struck his hip. The bolt felt like a sucker punch, but didn't penetrate his armor.

"To arms! We're under attack!" he managed to yell just as the second bolt whistled past his ear. An inch the other way, and it would have embedded into his neck.

Demetrio hefted his trusty staff and searched for the attackers.

Notice : 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
Wild : 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3, Success.

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The enemy is obvious to see now, as 6 dark silent forms approach your position. They are all armed with Short swords, and dressed all in black, including a veil hiding their faces but for their eyes.

It will take them a double move to close with your group.

Demetrio>: You notice that at least some of their blades are dripping with some strange substance. You can also smell it's acrid odor on your armor where the bolt hit.

Barnabas toys with something in his pocket when Demetrio suggests investigating that which they were engaged to protect.

Loving the delicious irony, Barnabas claps a hand on his friend's shoulder , exclaiming "A perfectly devious idea, my friend, let's be about it then!"

Later...

Crouching over the lock with Mirian, Baranbas allows himself a moment to glance over a the beautiful warrior, appreciating the curve of her neck as it descended...only to be brought about by the exclamations of Septimillius and Demetrio.

Spinning around, he grins at Mirian's bravado, drawing his sword as well, eyes narrowing on the hooded strangers.

Notice: 1d6 ⇒ 3
Wild: 2d6 ⇒ (6, 2) = 8 Succes , with Ace

Noticing the substance on the blades, Baranabas cries out "Ware the blades, these cowards seek to poison us!"

"Not only do you sneak in like rats you also seek to poison the Greyfeather? You must not value your lives", Mirian proclaims.

I know Mirian has to brag and boast her first round of combat, but Barnabus you still have an action if you want to do something. They are within a move of you, and have closed with Septimilius, and Demetrio.

K, didn't realize....:)

Springing forward, Barnabas weaves his sword in and out in an impressive display of swordmanship...

Fighting 1d10 ⇒ 2
Spend Benny, re-roll
Fighting 1d10 ⇒ 7
Wild 1d6 ⇒ 4

Damage: 1d6 + 1d4 ⇒ (3) + (4) = 7

Thanks D :)
exploding damage: 2d4 ⇒ (4, 2) = 6

so, 13 damage total, if its a hit

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Barnabus steps forward, and disembowels one of the approaching assassins, just as he sees two more heads appear over the wall.

Round 2

Enemy 7D
Mirian 9H
Septimilius 3D
Demetrio 4C
Barnabus 6C

So...

Mirian
Enemy
Barnabus
Demetrio
Septimilius

One enemy is dead. Three are in melee range, and two are scaling the wall. You also hear banging from inside the house, and Sefu's sleepy voice.

How many servants should be inside the house?

Initiative: nine of hearts
Parry: 8, Toughness: 6 (1)
Effects:

Ready to throw herself into the melee Mirian’s shoulders slump when she hears the scuffle inside the house. ”Keep them occupied. The Greyfeather will join you shortly”, she proclaims and walks to the door. ”Who’s inside? The Greyfeather demands to know!”

As far as we know the door to the manor is locked, right? Are there any other ways in? What Mirian would like to do is break a window or shutter, jump inside and confront whomever’s there. What

The servants had already deserted the house. You're staying in their quarters. As far as you know Sefu, The Master, and the Girl are the only residents of the house at the moment. The only entrances to the outside all open into the courtyard.

You hear Sefu's voice from inside... "Whose inside? A better question is who is outside? What is all the noise" You hear the bolt being thrown.

Oh, then I missunderstood. I thought the banging was an indication that someone except for Sefu was inside and ambushing our employer. If that door is closed I would like to run and attack.

Secure with the knowledge that her employer is safe and her reputation as a protector is unblemished Mirian launches forward to engage the intruders.

Move if I can to engage one of the intruders.
If I get close enough to attack:
Main hand on one intruder: 1d10 ⇒ 9
Wild die: 1d6 ⇒ 1
Damage: 2d6 + 1d4 ⇒ (6, 2) + (3) = 11 (+1d6 ace)
Off hand on the same intruder if he's still standing up, otherwise I'll like to attack another nearby: 1d10 ⇒ 2
Wild die: 2d6 ⇒ (6, 3) = 9 (+1d6 ace)
Damage: 1d6 + 2d4 ⇒ (1) + (4, 1) = 6 (+1d4 ace)

Since you weren't sure what the noise from inside the house was I'm going to rule that you only get one of your attacks this round.

Mirian after ensuring that no enemies lurked within (That she knows about anyway). Turns and nearly decapitates one of the learing assassins.

Another steps up to her, and swings his scimitar, the gleam of poison evident on it's curved blade.

1d6 ⇒ 3 Scimitar Attack

But she dodges aside at the last moment.

Another of the attackers swings at Barnabus (Obviously they want in the house).

1d6 ⇒ 4 Scimitar Attack

The two new arrivals take aim and shoot at the two seemingly guarding the house.

#3 on Septimilius
1d6 ⇒ 4 Crossbow
2d6 ⇒ (1, 3) = 4 Bolt Sigh

#4 on Demetrio
1d6 ⇒ 6 Crossbow

And by their uncoordinated attack, it's obvious they weren't expecting armed trained resistance... much less the soon to be infamous Grayfeather and her band.

Initiative 3 of Diamonds

Septimilius grunts as another bolt hits his shield. ”Enough of this!” he shouts as he crosses to the nearest attacker. His mace swings down in a hurried arc.
fighting: 1d10 - 2 ⇒ (6) - 2 = 4
wild die: 1d6 - 2 ⇒ (2) - 2 = 0
damage: 1d8 + 1d6 ⇒ (3) + (2) = 5

It looks like that last roll would hit Demetrio. In fact it exploded, so it could end up being a raise, GM.

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It looks like that last roll would hit Demetrio. In fact it exploded, so it could end up being a raise, GM.

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That's what I get for not reviewing. In fact when I originally rolled this it was only a 2... so I'll go with that and a miss. Paizo boards can be so frustrating at times.

Bump?

I'll give Barnabus and Demetrio the rest of the evening to post their actions, then advance things tomorrow.

I'm a bit concerned with how things have slowed down.

Initiative: 4 of Clubs

I'm assuming one of the crossbowman is close enough to melee.

Demetrio charges one of the crossbowman with a yell. He slams his staff down but the blow lands awkwardly.

Fighting: 1d10 ⇒ 7
Wild: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Damage: 1d6 + 1d4 ⇒ (1) + (1) = 2

:-(

Init 6 of Clubs

Deftly, Barnabas pulls his sword from the front of one of the attackers, leaving the man preoccupied with keeping his innards from spilling out upon the dusty ground.

Spinning, Barabas engages the closest adversary, a confident smirk on his face, his sword flickering...

Fighting: 1d10 ⇒ 8
Wild: 2d6 ⇒ (6, 5) = 11

Damage: 2d6 + 1d4 ⇒ (6, 5) + (2) = 13