Sandman was stationed working near Tilly Bracket that day, so he made small talk and tried to learn a bit about her.
Giffer Tibbs and Jack Scrimshaw have been updated. Tilly, on the other hand, keeps moving away from you like she's intimidated or a little afraid of you.
Sandman shrugs and tries not to bother her further.
The day has seemed to drag on forever. The sun never seems to move, the clouds always look the same, and even the wind doesn't seem to pick up. The bell sounds ending the work day and everyone makes their way up to the main deck. The Bloody Hour has been quiet recently, pretty much since your first day among the Wormwood, but today appears to be different.
While Mr. Plugg begins to make his announcement, a commotion occurs near the stairs to the lower levels. Some of the pirates are leading up a man in chains while the rest of the crew begins to cheer. The man is large with heavy meaty fists and feathers stuck to him all over. He has a collar around his neck with which Master Scourge leads him up by and chains him to the mast.
"So, since it's been a slow week, Captain and I thought we would spice things up with a little entertainment. You guys know the rules, fight Owlbear and the last man conscious wins. No trickery now, no magic and no gimmicks. So, any takers? Come on cowards, don't all step up at once!"
Owlbear appears to be a large man with a solid build. He seems to be in great physical shape. He also appears to be covered in left over tar and feathers. Apparently some time recently, he was tarred and feathered.
The next morning Rhemus will initiate his day playing to Besmara, cleaning up with fresh water and sharing clean water with the Crew, then identifying the grappling hook with Nivian and Baltzar.
After that he will head to the galley and diligently works on catching some turtles for the day's meal:
He hauls in a good number of turtles and heads into the galley to help Fishguts prepare lunch and dinner.
Yes, the grappling hook will need to be identified in the morning.
As the large tarred and feathered man is brought up to the main deck, Rhemus watches Mr. Plugg with disgust and contempt, what sort of madmen are leading us... What could this man have done to deserve this treatment?
He however then hides his face and tries to avoid being picked to fight the beast.
Having to do Repairs? Nivian normally knows her way around ships, and is prepared for that kind of thing. For those cases where it seems useful despite the casting time, she uses Mending to repair stuff. However, being fatigued from last night and the things Syl told her leave her with a lack of concentration. Unless one of her befriended colleagues in that same shift will assist her, it would seem she fails to meet the expectations today.
Smalltalk while working, trying to find out how long she's been on the ship.
In the evening, when the Man is brought up, Nivian raises an eyebrow. That was the man that guarded the area with Baltzars Monkey...if they give him a guard job, yet treat him like an animal for their entertainment...possibly he is more brawn than brain...
Silently, Nivian chuckles to herself...no trickery, no magic, no gimmicks...he did not say "no cheating". She had plenty experience with pirates to understand you were technically SUPPOSED to cheat if the option presented itself...
Sandman rolls his eyes at the prospect of bloodsport and keeps his mouth shut.
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You lost me on this one, I don't follow...
Having to do Repairs? Nivian normally knows her way around ships, and is prepared for that kind of thing. For those cases where it seems useful despite the casting time, she uses Mending to repair stuff. However, being fatigued from last night and the things Syl told her leave her with a lack of concentration. Unless one of her befriended colleagues in that same shift will assist her, it would seem she fails to meet the expectations today.
Both Rosie and Conchobhar come over to lend you a hand. "You seem a little tired today deary, maybe we can help."
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Smalltalk while working, trying to find out how long she's been on the ship.
Tilly spends a lot of time talking with you today, mostly just idle chatter, but the simple polite conversation is somewhat distracting at just the right time.
In the evening, when the Man is brought up, Nivian raises an eyebrow. That was the man that guarded the area with Baltzars Monkey...if they give him a guard job, yet treat him like an animal for their entertainment...possibly he is more brawn than brain...
Silently, Nivian chuckles to herself...no trickery, no magic, no gimmicks...he did not say "no cheating". She had plenty experience with pirates to understand you were technically SUPPOSED to cheat if the option presented itself...
Aerel watches as they bring up the man in chains. His head slowly slides to the side in what may be his way of showing confusion or to ponder. As they bring him to the center of the main deck, the elf neither moves back nor steps forward.
"Are all of you so terrified of the great Owlbear? Will none of you dare try your luck at fighting this...this, beast of a man?
As for Owlbear, Baltzar says nothing, at first... then when challenged, she says "Why would we want to fight him?"
Rillum glances back and forth at his 'crew,' None of them are really equipped to take on this beast. All must survive for one, him, to survive. He has taken more than his share of beatings in the past. He whispers to Sandman, "You heal, you help . . after. I give show they want to see."
He grits his teeth, twitches a few times and steps forward.
"Me, it will be me. "
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As for Owlbear, Baltzar says nothing, at first... then when challenged, she says "Why would we want to fight him?"
Both Rosie and Sandara are quick to lend a hand to help you get your work done. "Us girls gotta stick together" they kind of blurt out at the same time.
"See you bloody cowards, even the scrawny little rat man isn't afraid of the big, bad owlbear. Now place your wages and lets get this match underway. Dinner won't be served until we declare a victor."
Several officers are taking wages on the match and with Owlbaer be given 4 to 1 odds.
Characters are bet on whoever they like.
Rillu, please make Initiative, Perception, and Sense Motive checks.
Well most of the crew are obviously betting on Owlbear.
Rillum looks up at the large man, and hisses, "We keep friendly. No weapons, no fire."
Owlbear simply nods as he cracks his knuckles.
Rillum, you go first.
Rillum, let's out a high pitched hiss and leaps for the giant man's throat.
Well you can clearly here a few people like Rosie cheering you on!
At Owlbear approaches, you notice that he has trouble seeing out of his left eye.
Owlbear swings wildly missing and almost connecting with the mast.
Rillum slips to the left, and hoping to trip him up, swipes at his ankle.
Rhemus is startled by Rillum's decision to fight the owlbear, and after a few seconds hesitation blurts out:
"Wait a second fearless Rillum! In Port Peril you have a reputation as a ruthless fighter and deadly in a brawl. This poor man has been mistreated by Mr. Plugg and has no chance against the likes of you. I offer the Cook's Mate for this fight instead. That should be a fair fight!"
He steps up and calls on the blessings of Besmara openly, despite Mr. Plugg's warning: Casts "Shield of Faith"
Anytime Owlbear lands a hit, you can roll an Acrobatics or Bluff check to avoid the hit, DC 10. While incredibly strong and tough, he is slow and blind in one eye. He also only has an AC of 9.
Sorry Rhemus, maybe you can fight the winner.
Rillum is driven to the deck by the blow, but catches himself with one arm before he falls. He spins and takes a swipe at the arm that struck him down.
Rhemus whispers to Sandman, "If Rillum lands a blow can you sleep the big man like you did the rats and the pirates? Maybe we can make it look like our rodent friend knocked out the giant with one hit...
He then cheers Rillum loudly:
"Punch him Rillum!! Do not hold back!! Hit him!!"
Sandman's face scrunches up a bit. "I think someone would probably notice that. If I have a good distraction, maybe."
Damage?
if you're not trying to dodge.
A second heavy blow is too much for Rillum to weather. He topples to the deck unmoving.
Sandman sighs and goes to pick up Rillum.
"How sporting." he rumbled.
With that, the crew erupts into laughter and celebration and Owlbear raises his arms in victory. Scourge and Plugg look very pleased with themselves, although some of your new found friends are saddened by the loss. In celebration of Owlbear's victory, a crab feast is held tonight. Owlbear loves to eat crabs, most of the time not bothering to remove the shell.
Taking another blow, Rillum pushes back the dark haze that threatens to engulf him long enough to wildly swing at the 'Owlbear."
Yes, that hits.
Yes, that hits.
No, I missed that!
Dodge!
. dodge!
Rillum is in this fight, still!