The never ending Book2: WotW. (Inactive)

Game Master Aku Warashi

You hear in his dying breath whisper “The shining sun has seen the wickedness you hide in hearts. And thus it will be the son who brings your doom.” then he dies.

Loot;

Battle Map;

Spells; My evil lair;


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Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn calms down for a few moments before looking over the corpse right in front of him. Suddenly filled with rage again Kharn begins to slam his hammer into the creature's skull until nothing is left. Punctuating each word with a swing. "Take. That. You. Damn. Cur." After calming down a bit more Kharn uses quite a few of the wands charges. "Yeah, like Vlad said what in the Abyss are those things?!?"

Going to use 8 charges to get 80 hp back.


The Storyteller

Kharn makes on more round search, meticulously tapping every corner and every room of the place, trying to find anything they might have left behind, from their first exploration.
He finds nothing new.

Meanwhile, One can hear evil gnome laughs coming from Lil’s Lab, as she works in the golem, and some other can smell the putrid smell coming from Vladamir armor, if one get’s close enough.

Zoé sits down in her room, two iron plates both carved in abyssal that read “Aticus” and “Andian” resting at her feet, while she tries to understand how to use it to bind the daemons. Clearly the plates are connected to the ones the Daemons use around their neck. One just needs to know how to use it.
Intentions?


Female HP 52/52 | AC 20| T 13 | FF 18 | CMD 17 | Fort +8, Ref +5, Will +11 | Init +2 | Perc +15 | Sense Motive +12 Cleric (Unholy Barrister) 7

After examining the plates for sometime, Zoé leans back in her chair and ponders aloud "Names, for binding of course." Getting up, she approaches the others "Has anyone observed what was written on the plates around the daemon's necks? That might give me some clue as to how to use these things."


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn shrugs at Zoe's question. "Those iron plates have their names, Hexor, and Vexor on them."

After answering any more questions Kharn begins to get ready for a trip into town to gather up the materials for the rituals to summon up the nightmare and the hell hounds.

From what I remember of how much wealth the town can take per week we should be able to sell or trade enough of our wealth to get the 5775 total needed for the call forth the hounds and call forth the steed correct?


Usable:
Touch of Corruption 8/8, Smite Good 3/3, Call Fiendish Ally 1/1
HP 102/102 | AC 29 | T 12 | FF 27 | CMD 23 | Fort +16 | Ref +8 | Will +11 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | SM +9
Active Effects:

Vlad will command his imp to use his Commune ability for the week..

Questions:

1) Does the iron plates reading “Aticus” and “Andian", have anything to do with the deamons Hextor and Vextor?
2) If so are they involved with controlling them?

4 more questions can be asked guys, please feel free to chime in..


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Is the boggard priest trustworthy?


The Storyteller

1) Does the iron plates reading “Aticus” and “Andian", have anything to do with the deamons Hextor and Vextor?
Yes.

2) If so are they involved with controlling them?
Yes.

3) Is the boggard priest trustworthy?
Yes.


The Storyteller

The following days passes with no more messagers or attacks at the horn.

Only one interesting thing tho:

A cluster of brilliant vermillion blossoms adorns the entrance to the Maw (C1). The boggards, jaded to the brilliant flora of the Caer, Bryr ignore them but to anyone else they seem obviously eldritch. Even more mysteriously, these delicate flowers seem to flourish despite the deepening darkness of the skies as the ritual progresses.

K:Nature DC 20:

The vermillion blossoms are a patch of four immature assassin vines

K:Arcana DC 20:

Their growth is greatly accelerated likely by the great amount of raw magic pooling around the Horn of Abbadon. In a week, these beauties will be full grown and dangerous.

Intentions? Also, decide your organization actions for Week 6.


Female Dhampir Gnome Wizard (Cruoromancer) 7 HP 53/53 | AC 13 | T 13 | FF 11 | CMD 13 | Fort +7 | Ref +6 | Will +6 | Init +5 | Perc +1 | SM -1

Dot. Wasn't getting updates. Will post later when I have more time.


Female Dhampir Gnome Wizard (Cruoromancer) 7 HP 53/53 | AC 13 | T 13 | FF 11 | CMD 13 | Fort +7 | Ref +6 | Will +6 | Init +5 | Perc +1 | SM -1

Knowledge (nature): 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (8) + 15 = 23
Knowledge (arcana): 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (6) + 15 = 21

"Ooh, those are baby assassin vines! Deadly little things, they're probably growing really quick because of all the raw magic from the horn. Probably about a week until they're all grown up and ready to kill!" She giggles. "What should we do about them?"


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

K. Nature: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 5 = 13

"Well if they're going to be assassin vines then we should use them. Do you think we could keep them in the room with the oozes somehow?"


Female Dhampir Gnome Wizard (Cruoromancer) 7 HP 53/53 | AC 13 | T 13 | FF 11 | CMD 13 | Fort +7 | Ref +6 | Will +6 | Init +5 | Perc +1 | SM -1

"Ooh, maybe. They're not deadly right now so we should be able to just relocate them like any other plant." If there are no objections, Lil goes to using her green thumb to have the plants relocated with the oozes!


The Storyteller

Well, don't forget you need to keep them with enough food to avoid it from roaming about.

Deciding that the vines would work best as security complement with the Oozes, the party move the pretty flowers to the second floor, and place them in the same rooms as the Oozes.

Some more days passes with nothing new, exept you receive a new message from Elise. ”The baron asked it to be delivered. -Z”
With her note, an invitation

Intentions?


Usable:
Touch of Corruption 8/8, Smite Good 3/3, Call Fiendish Ally 1/1
HP 102/102 | AC 29 | T 12 | FF 27 | CMD 23 | Fort +16 | Ref +8 | Will +11 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | SM +9
Active Effects:

Vlad will seek out the two deamon and attempt to convince them to help the cuase..

When/If they are located..

"Hello there again, Hextor and Vextor was it? Would you mind giving me a minute of your time to talk?"


The Storyteller

One of the Daemons can always be found in the third floor, guarding the sanctum entrance.

Striding confidently thru the almost 300ft of spiral stair, Vladamir finally reaches the sanctum entrance, and there find the two daemons.

He wishes to talk.
Talk he wants.

Can we eat him?
Can we eat him indeed?

His flesh is rotting, his soul is rotting.
Bad meal, bad currency.

The daemons look at each other for some seconds then you hear the voices again.

No, sir. Sorry but we cannot.
Time once given cannot ever be taken back. Sir.

Was time all you required sir?
Was it indeed?

You can use your own time to talk. Sir.
You cannot use our time to talk, sir.


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn isn't sure how to feel about the invitation to the ball. He asks everyone else when they have some time gathered about. "Do you think we should go? It would be rude to just ignore the request right? I think we should visit who would like to come?"

Kharn then spends some time getting some formal wear that was required though he ended up going to Zoe and Vlad asking them what formal wear even was. Besides that he just prepared for the upcoming event by practicing talking to people with polite conversation.


Female Dhampir Gnome Wizard (Cruoromancer) 7 HP 53/53 | AC 13 | T 13 | FF 11 | CMD 13 | Fort +7 | Ref +6 | Will +6 | Init +5 | Perc +1 | SM -1

"We should absolutely go! There's a lot we can learn from the important people of the town. But we still need people here guarding the horn. Vlad should go, and somebody else who can help in social situations."


Female HP 52/52 | AC 20| T 13 | FF 18 | CMD 17 | Fort +8, Ref +5, Will +11 | Init +2 | Perc +15 | Sense Motive +12 Cleric (Unholy Barrister) 7

Before receiving the invitation

Before leaving, Zoe approaches Vlad about his meeting "How did it go with the Daemons? I suspect they were uncooperative, no?" Picking up one of the two pieces, Zoe adds "With these, we know their true names I'm quite certain. Half of their true name is on these two pieces here, the other half around their neck if I had to guess... what I don't know is which belongs to which, and this isn't the kind of thing I'd like to leave to chance no better than a coin toss." With a deep sigh, Zoe adds "I need a proper library, often this information can be found in ancient lexicons of lower planes history. Is the library here in as bad a shape as the rest of this place?"

Before getting ready for the Ball.

Glancing at the invitation, Zoe nods in agreement with Lilpinny "We really do need to make an appearance, or rather at least a few of us. There can be some valuable information gleaned from such a soiree." Brushing a errant strand of hair away from face, Zoe adds "I'll go; I'm used to these types of functions and I have the proper attire. Kharn, if you wish to go, allow me to choose your attire and give you some pointers on dealing with the highborn..." pausing, Zoe winks at Kharn as she muses with a light chuckle "they can be an insufferable lot."


Usable:
Touch of Corruption 8/8, Smite Good 3/3, Call Fiendish Ally 1/1
HP 102/102 | AC 29 | T 12 | FF 27 | CMD 23 | Fort +16 | Ref +8 | Will +11 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | SM +9
Active Effects:

To the Daemons..

"We can use my time.. That's fine. As you already know we are currently in the process of the very long ritual ordeal to release your master and we would like your assistance in keeping the Horn safe. You've both been here for quite some time so I would imagine your knowledge of the place is vast. We wish for you both to give guidance in these matters as we may have missed things. If you help us without problems you will be given whatever you want with in reason. If you wish to eat people I'm sure some can be provided.. If you wish other things please tell me. We would like to keep things friendly between you two.. How does this sound?"

To the others..

"Ah.. A gathering! That sounds most exciting. How I enjoyed them back in Ghastenhall.. A great place to pick up a good time I might add.. I shall have to prepare some magic's to help me from being conspicuous. I shall have to dress in my finest, or soon to be finest.. We must get with the Baron for some proper attire.."


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn nods at Zoe's words taking them completely seriously. "Yes, they are truly annoying and whiny especially when you just try to sell them a few simple things. I'll gladly listen to any advice you have though Zoe."


Female Dhampir Gnome Wizard (Cruoromancer) 7 HP 53/53 | AC 13 | T 13 | FF 11 | CMD 13 | Fort +7 | Ref +6 | Will +6 | Init +5 | Perc +1 | SM -1

"Don't forget your undetectable alignment spells at the party! Bring me back some food too!" Lil adds.


The Storyteller

Giving clear instructions to their own, the knot gathers their belongings and prepares to travel to Farhold once more. Arriving there, they move in the Inn to change and get into their noble attires, while thinking about that their introductory note should be. At the inn, they meet the Seventh once more. That assuming you purchased some as well, since the invitation requested noble attire. If you already don’t have, you should remove 75g from your money to pay for the noble clothings.

Trick, Track looks exactly the same. Without their gear, it’s almost impossible to tell one from another. Dostan looks uncomfortable in his noble clothes, by the look on his face, he would rather use a Conan style loincloth.

Elise Zadaria is wearing a lovely ankle-length dress of white silk, thickly embroidered along the hem with blue silk and white lace in patterns of ice and snow. The top is form fitting white and blue silk. There is also a long shawl made of intricate, sheer white lace intertwined with blue thread and edged with blue and white silk. Reference: It's not quite right but it comes close enough.

”It’s nice to see you all again.” She says with a hint of sarcasm in her voice.


Usable:
Touch of Corruption 8/8, Smite Good 3/3, Call Fiendish Ally 1/1
HP 102/102 | AC 29 | T 12 | FF 27 | CMD 23 | Fort +16 | Ref +8 | Will +11 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | SM +9
Active Effects:

Vlad gives a slight bow to the lady.. "Nice to see you again Elise.. SHall we get this party started then?"

Vlad knows the in and out of noble affairs, being one himself, so he knows its ok to hip his sword as part of his attire..


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn walks in with his new outfit wearing a very fine white surcoat with a golden sunrise design on the front with a blue coat laying behind it. A gold belt wrapped around his form in the shape of miniature suns as ankle length white pants completed his main attraction with a belt pouch connected to his belt with a very heavy looking steel chain. Some simple black shoes with golden sunburst buckles finalizing his look. Kharns seems to enjoy these clothing looking fine in them, but still having something wild about him. Kharn looked over Elise's dress with almost a snort. A woman who can't seem to grasp the intricacies of dressing for an occasion. "Well it's been so long since we have all been gathered here in a group again. It almost brings a tear to my eye." Kharn dabs at his eye with a fake sniffle before showing a feral grin. "Let's be off and show off how valuable it is to be friends with us."


Female HP 52/52 | AC 20| T 13 | FF 18 | CMD 17 | Fort +8, Ref +5, Will +11 | Init +2 | Perc +15 | Sense Motive +12 Cleric (Unholy Barrister) 7

Ah Elise; my last WotW character had a major hate on for her. Ah memories, eh Lil?

Holding the hem of her dress up as she heads downstairs, Zoé appears resplendent as one might expect of one who grew up in the ballrooms of the elite. Her dress is an extension of her faith and style, a beautiful sleeveless crimson dress with intricate but tasteful embroidery. At mid-thigh, the dress flares into a raven black silk that compliments her hairstyle. Reference: Not bad actually, pretty close to what I had in mind.

Reaching the bottom of the stairs, she bows in a lady-like manner as she approaches Vlad and Kharn. Looking Kharn over in particular, Zoé smiles appreciatively "My, you do look the part tonight Kharn... well done." Taking his arm, she glances over the members of the 7th with scant emotion, finally resting her eyes on Zadaria "Passable enough I suppose, though a little last season."


Usable:
Touch of Corruption 8/8, Smite Good 3/3, Call Fiendish Ally 1/1
HP 102/102 | AC 29 | T 12 | FF 27 | CMD 23 | Fort +16 | Ref +8 | Will +11 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | SM +9
Active Effects:

After Vlad puts his tongue back in his head and wipes the drool off he follows the others.. "Perhaps I've been missing something grand right beneath my nose.."


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn is very impressed by Zoé's dress. Seeing a woman like that almost made Kharn forget that most of his other companions in this Knot were insane, and it was a welcome change. Smiling as Zoé takes his arm Kharn flashes a quick look over at Zandaria to see how she reacted to Zoé's verbal joust. "Why, Thank-you Zoé, you are looking particularly elegant this evening."


The Storyteller

Zoe. I don’t think that this group had any extensive contact with Elise. Their interactions were short, from what I gather. In my other game however… Link, if you have time, read the next dialogues and you’ll understand how it is.

It takes only one glance to notice that Elise is doing her best to suppress a laugh. The reason why is not clear however.
She offers a simple compliment though ”I see you put a lot of effort in your attire.”

That’s when Dostan finally moves and extend his hands, to help Elise and guide her outside, where the carriage is waiting to take them to the Baron’s manor.
”See you later.” she says smiling.


The Storyteller

Deciding it’s time to crash the party, the knot moves from the Inn and heads to the Baron manor. The trip is uneventful, but you attract a lot of stares along the way. The whole city knows about the ball, the whole city wishes they could attend.

Arriving at the place, there’s a certain surprise. The manor, already richly decorated is even more opulent this night. Dozens of servants hurry in their work, serving and tending to the visitors, and you are not even inside the place.

Since the knot provided no introductory card, the manservant guide them to the ball announcing the party as he read from some list he is carrying. As you are about to enter, the clear and loud open way to you "Hans Valens, Merchant and Fur Trader of Repute and company."
It’s clear he is announcing Kharn as the merchant Hans Valens.


The Storyteller

The party seems lively as ever.
You weren’t the first to arrive, but not many had arrived before you. Lords and wannabe lords. Everyone that fancy being important around seems to have been invited.

Lord of this, Duke of that, Baron of something else; petty tittles for petty nobles, and so the night goes on.

==//==

” Bergill Mott, wizard by trade, headmaster and educator.” the voices introduces a man in his forties, in his hand a walking stick and he seems to favor one leg, as he walks inside the ball.
Bergil is Kharn cohort, if you guys remember.

==//==

Drinks and food is served in abundance, the music is pleasant and enjoyable. Ahead of the musicians an exquisitely beautiful black skinned elf with long flowing blonde hair.


Female HP 52/52 | AC 20| T 13 | FF 18 | CMD 17 | Fort +8, Ref +5, Will +11 | Init +2 | Perc +15 | Sense Motive +12 Cleric (Unholy Barrister) 7
GM Aku wrote:
Zoe. I don’t think that this group had any extensive contact with Elise. Their interactions were short, from what I gather.

Gotcha... though I think just based on her sarcasm, and Kharn's response to her, Elise would be easy to dislike from the get go.

As Elise bids adieu, Zoe nods simply as the leader of the 7th Knoy disappears into the party. Glancing at Kharn as she disembarks from the carriage she adds "I don't like her, their is a smugness to her that irritates me... no matter, we've work to do."

Shortly after entering the party, Zoe turns to her companions "Aside from the Baron, is there anyone in particular we should be rubbing elbows with here? I'm still quite new to Farholde, and I'm afraid I don't know many of the players."


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn nods at Zoe's words. "I don't like her either." Entering then Kharn is confused at being announced as the merchant Hans, but he smiles and goes with it. At Zoe's question Kharn looks around. K. Nobility: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22 "I don't think there's anyone I want to particularly rub elbows with, but I see a few people I need to catch up with, and the dark skinned elf intrigues me. I haven't seen any elves with dark skin before that were accepted, and this might be a first for meeting new clientele."

Kharn then heads over and shakes Bergill's hand. "Good to see you Headmaster Mott. How have you been doing? How have the classes been going over there?" As the conversation continues on Kharn waits for a while before bringing up a few questions he has. "Mott, as I'm sure you've noticed there is a very uncommon sight over by the musicians. I have never seen a dark skinned elf before who wasn't hated by the whole of Talingard. What makes that lady so special?"


Usable:
Touch of Corruption 8/8, Smite Good 3/3, Call Fiendish Ally 1/1
HP 102/102 | AC 29 | T 12 | FF 27 | CMD 23 | Fort +16 | Ref +8 | Will +11 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | SM +9
Active Effects:

Vlad strolls around the room getting a feel for the atmosphere.. It was not the kind of oppulance he was used too, but was the first party he'd been to since Ghastenhall so he attempts to enjoy himself..

He takes a moment when alone to use his detect good ability and scans the room just to see..


The Storyteller

@Kharn: Sorry I messed up with the description. Her skin is not dark as black or darkish gray as a drow. But like Ebony dark skin tone.

Nobility: You see several known houses of Talingard, and other smaller houses. As it seems, the baron has a lot of connections in a lot of places. Maybe you could use this opportunity and your merchant disguise to form some alliances and gather contacts.

Bergill looks at the woman singing with an almost celestial voice alongside the other musicians. He seems to be thinking before answering ”I’ve heard history about her… when I was a kid.” he says seemly lost in thoughts. ”All of hers visits where followed by speculation and awe, such good voice she has. I know not, how the Baron convinced her to sing at his birthday. And I suspect at least wasn’t cheap.”


The Storyteller

@Vlad
Detect Good: As you expected, you find almost no auras of goodness amongst the nobles. A few faint auras here, some lingering auras there.
That’s until you decide to check the ebony elf.
Taken by surprise, you blink, taking your hands to your eyes as if to shield them from the overwhelming aura of good that she emits.


The Storyteller

The music continues and more drinks are served, many more nobles are announced in the party.

”Sir Valin Darian, Kinight of Alerion, commander of the Hamorhall, heir to the Victor and company.” the clear voices announces as a heavily built man walks inside the ballroom. He seems to be in his mid-forties, but it’s clear the man isn’t a puffy noble, but a warrior. The way he walks and how he observes the places is enough to notice his martial background.


The Storyteller

The Baron, who seems to have been talking with Elise just some moments ago, approaches the ninth knot, and welcomes you to his party.
”Welcome.” he says warmly. ”I’m glad you could attend. How is business, Mr Hans.” he says with a hint of smile.
Then he turns to Zoé, taking his hand and kissing it lightly. ”Oh, what an exquisite surprise!” He says after looking at her hair, dress, and body. The compliment however sounds empty.


Usable:
Touch of Corruption 8/8, Smite Good 3/3, Call Fiendish Ally 1/1
HP 102/102 | AC 29 | T 12 | FF 27 | CMD 23 | Fort +16 | Ref +8 | Will +11 | Init +4 | Perc +7 | SM +9
Active Effects:

"Very interesting.. I wonder if she knows what a den of evil she's in.."

Looking at the big man.. Heir to the Victor eh.. Wonder if thats the blood we are looking for..

Walking around Vlad will make his way back to Kharn.. Once he's there he whispers.. "Wonder if that guy is truly kin ot the Victor.. The dark skinned elf is a goody too by the way.. A very very goody.."


Female HP 52/52 | AC 20| T 13 | FF 18 | CMD 17 | Fort +8, Ref +5, Will +11 | Init +2 | Perc +15 | Sense Motive +12 Cleric (Unholy Barrister) 7

Taking a moment to curtsy as the Baron introduces himself to her, Zoe herself seems somewhat distant as she responds politely "The pleasure is mine m'lord; might I say your party is a most enjoyable one?" Keeping her chat with him as benign as possible, Zoe puts in only a minimal amount of time before annoucing "If m'lord would excuse, I'd like to get another one of these fabulous cocktails." Lifting her empty glass, she glances over at Kharn and Vlad and suggests a polite departure "Care to join me gentlemen?"

Glancing over her shoulder as she leaves the Baron's company, she adds quietly to the men "That was a weird vibe I got from the Baron..." Shaking her head, she responds to Vlad somewhat surprised "The dark elf? Truly then, her voice isn't the only unique about her then. Odd that she would be at this viper's next."

After getting her drink topped up, Zoe leans in to speak with Vlad and Kharn "Kin of the Victor? Interesting. Maybe I should introduce myself?


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Okay that makes a lot more sense. I wasn't sure if drow were okay in this part of the world or not. That being said an elf with ebony skin is quite rare right?

At Bergil's words Kharn seems to relax a bit. "Ah, a great musician then. Such arts should be cultivated I simply must thank her, and the Baron for bringing such entertainment into our lives."

Kharn smiles back at the Baron. "I'm so honored that you would invite me Baron. Business has been good these last few months I'm quite surprised myself at the sheer success we've been enjoying. Might I also just say how wonderful your party has been. The music especially, oh you must tell me how you got such a lovely songbird to come entertain us all tonight." At Zoe's comment Kharn nods if a bit sadly. "Oh, I'll be right there my dear." When they all gather together Kharn nods his head at Vlad's information almost as if simply nodding at how the weather had been recently. "I wouldn't doubt the claim that he is heir to the Viktor's bloodline very few nobles would let that go by unchallenged if it were in doubt or false. We should learn more about him." At Zoe's suggestion Kharn nods. "Yes, I believe it would be great for you to introduce yourself to him, and to make sure his eyes and ears don't roam over to that dark elf. Who knows what they would do if they worked together especially if she's as good as Vlad says she is." Now turning to look at Vald Kharn continues. "I believe it might also be in our best interest for you to go over and attempt to charm the young elf miss into telling you about herself. Some of her tales, some of her exploits, and why she's here. We don't need to do anything if it's not needed, but we also shouldn't ignore potential friends." Kharn then breaks away having filled his drink as he sizes up the nobles around him before approaching anyone who he remembers is ambitious to make money and new friends.


The Storyteller

@Elf with Ebony skin: Well, rare is an understatement. It's your first time actually hearing about one. You had no idea such existed.

Now that your attention was attracted to the elf, you start paying attention to the musicians as well and there another surprise. They all seems to be elf, but somewhat different.

K:Nature DC 20:

The elfs have some traits from fey creatures as well. It’s more safe to assume they are Fey, other than elfs.


Female Dhampir Gnome Wizard (Cruoromancer) 7 HP 53/53 | AC 13 | T 13 | FF 11 | CMD 13 | Fort +7 | Ref +6 | Will +6 | Init +5 | Perc +1 | SM -1

Unbeknownst to the rest of the ninth knot, Lil made plans for while the rest of them were gone. Secret, diabolical plans that they knew nothing of whilst they left her alone in their private sanctum...

Lil's Plan:
The biggest tea party ever! Lil has so many good friends now and some of them are so big that she just couldn't pass up on the opportunity! Skeletons and boggards minotaur and treant all around a massive stump that the treant ripped up to serve as a table. Lil giggles as she switches between gossiping with the skeletons to telling jokes with Cowbell to playing pranks on Woody with Kumanda and the other bugbears. In Lil's mind it is a wonderful fantasy full of noise and cheer and good times. But in reality it is a a demented child talking to a bunch of mindless undead in a true display of psychological horror.

What a delight.


The Storyteller

So, there are several suggestions for action, but no action was decided. What will you guys do? Talk to someone? Just keep looking?


Barbarian (Invulnerable Rager) 6 Furious Guardian 1 | HP 101/118 (119/136 R) | AC 17 (17 raging); Touch AC 13 (11 raging); FF 14 (14 raging) | F +12 (15 R); Ref +5; W +4 (6 R) | +3 Init | Perc +12 | Sense Motive +12 Human DR 3/- Doubled vs. Non-Lethal | CMB+10 (12 R) | CMD 23 (25 R) | Resist Cold 1

Kharn's not going near the elf. If she's as good as Vlad says Kharn doesn't need to give away any information to her. Also, Kharn doubts he could hold Valin's interest for long so he's just going to spend his time making contacts with the nobles.

Kharn moves to the nearest noble whom he knows is ambitious about making more money. "Hello, My lord what a pleasure to meet you here. My name is Hans Valens I have recently heard about some of your interests in expanding your coffers and I think that we can help each other out." Kharn waits for the noble to express their interest before continuing on with his plan. "I currently have a large supply of people working for me at competitive wages and we are all very hard workers. We bring in furs and other exotic goods, but we also know about how to bring in other more common goods as well. If we were to join forces on this endeavor we could stand to make quite a bit of money through trade caravans with little traveling expenses. By ensuring our expenses are low we can sell for slightly lower than our competition and still make a major profit." Kharn waits for any questions the noble might have over his business.


Female HP 52/52 | AC 20| T 13 | FF 18 | CMD 17 | Fort +8, Ref +5, Will +11 | Init +2 | Perc +15 | Sense Motive +12 Cleric (Unholy Barrister) 7

My apologies, I'll post tomorrow night if that's okay... passing out as I type here. Zoe will be going to meet with Valin.


Female HP 52/52 | AC 20| T 13 | FF 18 | CMD 17 | Fort +8, Ref +5, Will +11 | Init +2 | Perc +15 | Sense Motive +12 Cleric (Unholy Barrister) 7

Before heading over towards the noble warrior, Zoé glances back at Kharn and Vlad "Wish me luck; I'll see what I can do."

Taking a sip of her wine, Zoé ponders a ruse to take up conversing with Sir Valin. I'll bump into him, spill some of this wine accidentally. That'll be my opening.

Trying to come up on him quietly, Zoé finally decides to make his move as he is distracted while giving applause between songs from the ebony elf. Her opportunity presenting itself, Zoé purposefully bumps into him to get his attention, spilling some wine on her dress.

"Ooops! Oh, I'm so clumsy... I didn't mean to run into you like that!

Bluff: 1d20 + 15 ⇒ (5) + 15 = 20

Eh, a crap role... well, whether he buys it or not, I'm going with it now.

Quickly realizing her ruse might be failing, Zoé abandons the pretense and tries her best to turn on the charm. Brushing a strand of hair away from her face somewhat bashfully, she adds "Okay, I did mean to bump into you... I-I'm Ada Valens, I'm here with my cousin, Hans Valens the Fur Trader. I don't know many people in town, and I've been trying to find somebody to dance with all night; I hope I'm not being too presumptious in thinking you'd like to dance?"

Diplomacy, trying to turn on the charm: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (18) + 14 = 32


The Storyteller

Cute zombies drinking tea, charming skeletons dancing. Boggard zombies having fun, a big Minotaur sharing his love with everyone. Happiness fills the horn as the most macabre party in the history happens, at least in Lil’s mind.
Argan keeps his distance allowing the gnome to her illusions, but ready to put an end to it, if there is need.

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Diplomacy(Add connections): 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 5 + 1 = 20
Surprisingly, the outspoken Merchant Hans is able to secure several contacts amongst the nobles present in the party, while avoiding the female elf. His offers of furs and exotic goods, coupled with the prestige of being the Baron’s friend makes his organization stronger.
Add a +2 to connections, already added to the evil lair file.


The Storyteller

1d20 ⇒ 10
Zoé tactics on the other hand doesn’t seems to be working as intended.
The apologize quickly followed by praising words had the contrary effect of what she wanted to accomplish. The knight seems dubious of her reasons, but the motive is entirely misplaced.
Sir Valin see’s her as some upstart court lady, trying to win favors thru his blood connections and name.

Bowing rigidly he is quickly to dismiss her ”I’m sorry my lady. But a stiff soldier like me isn’t fit to dance with such gracious lady.” there’s no warmth in his voice and his compliment seems more like a matter of duty than feeling.
The man quickly motions to one of the many servants and gives his instructions ”By my unfortunate mistake, this Lady’s dress is ruined. Please, take her to one of the guest rooms and see if the dress can be savaged. ” then turning to Zoé he continues ”If it’s ruined, I’ll gladly replace it.” he says bowing.


The Storyteller

So, no response? :D

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