So sorry for the delay, I've just started a new job that's had me pulling longer days than I'm used to and leaving me with less time than I'd like. I'm getting into the rhythm of things though, so my schedule should be settling down.
The encampment is hundreds of soldiers, though you think you've come out in a more elite section of the camp that is less crowded but more regularly patrolled.
The tent is about 50 feet away, and there are a few others between you and it, along with patrols going by with some regularity.
You could certainly try a critter to distract a patrol.
LOL!
I believe the plan was for the 2 stealthy ladies to advance and recon.
yup
Yes, Lanatir has only a +5 so he will hang back and wait for a report.
This is going well
All that Desdemona is saying is 100% true.
from a certain point of view
from a certain point of view
What do you mean?
I believe Elsa is referencing Return of the Jedi.
I'm a fan, but not familiar with that piece.
What I meant is that Des believes what she's saying, she's not lying. Obviously the art of Diplomacy is the framing.
It's when Obi-Wan's ghost tells Luke that what he (Obi-Wan) told Luke about Darth Vader killing Luke's father was true... from a certain point of view.
It's when Obi-Wan's ghost tells Luke that what he (Obi-Wan) told Luke about Darth Vader killing Luke's father was true... from a certain point of view.
Ahh.
Can the homebodies see Des get pulled up through the crack in the door?
well, you may soon see the flash of lightning from Elsa's spell soon.
And yes, I was referencing star wars, in that, everything you said is true but isn't the whole story. An attempt at humour. Sorry if it came off any negative way
well, you may soon see the flash of lightning from Elsa's spell soon.
And yes, I was referencing star wars, in that, everything you said is true but isn't the whole story. An attempt at humour. Sorry if it came off any negative way
Not negative... I'm glad you reminded me of that quote.
Happy 4th of July (US Independence Day)... yes, even if not in the US, I'd BBQ with you!
** fun fact: the US Declaration of Independence was signed on July 2nd - but it was a Saturday! Made official on Monday, two days later!
history trivia for the win
All, none... whatever you guys feel is more tactically sound.
She didn't deny it, when he guessed she's not here alone. Denying it would have been a lie... So far she's not lied.
She said, he's wise beyond his years.
Look, that's 2 votes for talking. Are we okay to just go with that? I'm not sure any of us have a clear opinion - I know I am very ambivalent, and I think Z is just in shock.
I think it's just among the three (3) of you... as Des isn't in any position to cast a vote.
Work’s been absolutely putting me through the ringer lately with 10 hour field days under the hot prairie sun. That said, I hope to update sometime this week and am on track to finish work next week, so I should be able to get back to a better posting rate.
We are rather at an impasse.
Elsa wants to either attack or withdraw.
Lanatir wants to talk.
I'm not sure how to resolve this. I think this may need to be Lanatir's last mission with this group, but I don't want to ruin things for everyone else.
Just making sure we're on the same page here, Des got caught because of a low stealth check, plain and simple. The guards are not hostile yet, and likely won't be unless the party takes any offensive actions. You have a chance to talk to Badashba. I also wanted to make sure that the party can come to some sort of agreement about what to do here? I thought I had understood that everyone was on board with going to talk to Badashba, but that may not have been the correct read on it.
We did agree to talk, and we did agree to attempting non-violent methods first.
I think we just don't know the DM's mindset in this case and many DMs would basically say, you're screwed (worst fears).
I hope Lanatir (that's right, you!) decides to stick around... unless you have other reasons to go. a little friction/difference in opinion shouldn't be the reason (at least in my opinion).
But, I'm new.
As to Desdemona, she just didn't want to make the decision for anyone else or "out" them. I/she wasn't trying to change the plan.
Totally fair. I have no intention to ever put my players in an unwinnable situation. I'll just give some foreshadowing that if you do choose to fight Badashba and bring him to the Margrave, there will be a winnable way out. It might not be easy, but it will be possible and far from guaranteed to kill you.
Long of the short of it, you aren't screwed.
I guess my preference is to let Des and Lanatir try to talk their way out. Elsa and Zyrel (who both do pretty good with stealth) can hide out (possibly in the crypt) and rescue them if needed. If Des and Lanatir find out there is a way forward we can negotiate.
I certainly hope you stick around, Lanatir!
Yeah, That is a good plan. Where we are is good, with a path to withdraw if needed.
Alright, glad things are sorted!
Hey folks, I think I’m going to have to call it for this game.
I’ve been struggling with some pretty completw writer’s block for where to go forward, and you all deserve better than to have to wait around for it.
Thanks for sticking with me, whether for a little time or a long time, and happy gaming in the future!
To those of you I’m not in any games with, I hope to share a table with you again sometime.
Hey folks, I think I’m going to have to call it for this game.
Understood, Boss! Good luck and see you on the boards!
Thanks for running!
It was a good game. Quite a challenge coming up with something so different and I could tell you had a wide-ranging vision - totally get how it is hard to translate that into a series of encounters.
But again, it was a good game, and so thank you for running it.
It was a good game. Thanks for running it
I've tried to run non-standard games before, and I found it incredibly difficult. I think you did a great job conveying the setting, and I had a lot of fun. Thanks for running!
To the players - past and present - thank you as well. This group was consistently great to play with, and I enjoyed seeing the different ways people reacted to each other!
Thanks again, folks!
Take care.