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Your group has been summoned for a very important meeting.
Venture-Captain Amara Li is waiting in a well-maintained private garden behind a house on a quiet street in Ramparassad, the capital city of Dtang Ma, a nation in eastern Tian Xia.
There are chairs enough for each of you and a servant pour each of you tea as you arrive.
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Kahwen has made a point of being on time for this meeting. So much of a point that he is actually early.
It was a requirement, however as he could easily have lost himself in the wonders of this place. Though he was born and raised in the Shackles, he firmly believes that his people originally came from this distant land. He's even heard rumors that there is a whole nation of Tengus somewhere in Tian Xia, though he was disappointed to find that this was not it.
Still, when he heard the Pathfinders had need of agents here, he was quick to sign on.
Since arriving, he's been wandering, largely aimlessly through the city, taking in all the sights and wonders.
But now, the bright-eyed, quick-motioned tengu takes a seat and a cup of tea. He drinks from the cup with his pinkie finger extended because he's sure that's the way you drink tea in high society.
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While wandering the city, Kahwen came across an old woman sitting on a mat in the market who told fortunes by tossing a bag of small bones. Not sure why the Tengu stopped for a moment. The fortune teller voice cackled as she threw the bones "Ah, an adventurer! Danger follows your path like night follows day! Take all precautions and prepared for the worst only then will you find safety!" As Kahwen ponders the old woman's words he is distracted by a momentary market place disruption draws his attention away. when he looks back the old woman, mat and bones are gone.
Later having arrived first, VC Amara Li smiles at the Tengu as tea is poured for him, "Thank you Kahwen for coming on such short notice. I will explain the purpose of the meeting after the other arrives."
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A dark cloaked dude stays hidden among the shadows and foliage of the private garden, observing Amara Li from a distance. Recently back from a mission a fiery plane, he has found his first venture to Tian Xia equally strange. Seeing a familiar face, the rogue steps forth from the shadows, pulling back the hood from his cloak to reveal dark wavy hair and a face with sharp Elven features. He bows deeply to Amara, saying, ”Greetings m’Lady, Daedîn at your service.”
He nods to the Tengu. ”Kahwen...looks like we’ll be sharing another adventure in a strange land...”
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Kahwen did not even know Daedin was there until he announced himself. The Tengu was in the motion of taking another sip of tea. The surprise of hearing the man's voice causes him to throw the cup in the air, sending tea everywhere, including on himself.
He spins, drawing his sword. He recognizes Daedin a moment later, though, fast enough the cup is still falling. He makes a hands free cartwheel to close the distance and catches it before it hits the ground.
Setting it on a nearby table, he makes his traditional bow to Daedin, his free hand over his chest, his sword held put parallel to the ground as he lowers his torso to the same angle.
He hears the lute music coming from another direction and turns and gives Starling a bow as well.
"Friend Daedin! Friend Starling! So nice to see you both again! I am pleased that we will be working again."
Any sign of poise he might have is betrayed by the fact that all of his feathers are still standing on edge, making him seem half again as large as normal.
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Suddenly, you hear a knocking at the door and after a few moments the door opens to reveal a frog like creature not more than 3 feet tall sitting on a bird.
The Grippli looks quite strange as the right half of his face is completely burnt and this part of his face looks like black coal!
On top of the Grippli’s head you see the bones of a tiny animal which has been fixed like a crown or crude helmet to his head.
The medium sized bird is a Roc and its beak is hooked like an eagle’s and designed for slashing and tearing. The bird’s feathers appear black currently but seem to change colours.
Aaftaab stays silent but bows slightly.
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Feybella approaches the house for the meeting. She's talking animatedly to Wolfie whom she is riding. She double checks the address and notices the small creature at the door. "Oh a Grippli. Hello friend. I'm Fey and this is Wolfie. Do you ride your bird friend?" She sends Wolfie close to the door, and dismounts and waits.
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The grippli doesn’t dismount from his Roc.
After mustering him you notice that he looks like he just left his tribe of primitive barbarians and even smells of strange herbs ... but when he starts speaking you notice no accent and a fluid pronunciation.
”I am Aaftaab. May we battle evil and be bold and without fear. This bird is ‘Parvaaz’!“
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Prior to the meeting, your faction leaders communicate additional instructions.
Pathfinder,
In the past, I have expressed skepticism of Amara Li’s push to expand the Pathfinder Society’s activities into Tian Xia, but it seems her efforts are finally coming to a head in a way that will greatly benefit the Society. As a result, her mission is your mission. Do everything in your power to ensure Amara’s negotiations with the Way of the Kirin conclude successfully, follow her instructions closely, and ensure that any enemies that threaten the mission are soundly defeated.
Yours in loyalty, Venture-Captain Ambrus Valsin
Kirin are noble and majestic creatures of the clouds, and I am most interested in an organization that seeks to emulate these creatures. While you are meeting with the representative of the Way of the Kirin, establish a good rapport with him and explain the mission of the Silver Crusade in the Society. Get him to agree to meet with me in the near future so that we might discuss our common interests.
Truth and honor, Ollysta Zadrian
The Ruby Prince’s condition has stabilized, but he remains weak. Nonetheless, our best physicians are optimistic that in time they might banish this affliction.
Before the fall of the Lung Wa Dynasty, the Way of the Kirin was known to have extensive libraries. The Way of the Kirin is a shadow of its former self, but perhaps some of their libraries survive. See if they still exist and if so, try and secure access to these libraries for agents of the Ruby Prince. An exchange of knowledge between our cultures should be mutually beneficial, and perhaps in their foreign libraries, we shall find insight into the curse that has befallen our prince.
Seek truth in the foreign lands you tread, Amenopheus, the Sapphire Sage
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As Daedîn approaches the private garden he spots a young person outside who trying to be inconspicuous and seems to be taking a keen interest in the comings and goings at the Venture-Captain’s residence.
Amara Li seems unsurprised at Daedîn’s sudden appearance ether she hides her surprise well or she knew you were there, she smiles "Welcome master Daedîn, your skill at moving unseen is quite impressive. Tea?”
No sooner does Daedîn sits and is poured tea, then the soothing sounds of a lute proceed the arrival of Starling. Amara smiles "Beautifully played my dear, from your excellent skill with music you must be Starling the Swift. Your reputation precedes you.”
Having arrived via the front door, a servant leads both Aaftaab and Feybella to the private garden where Venture-Captain Amara Li and the others already await.
Once everyone is seated and has had an opportunity to enjoy tea VC Amara Li begins. “When first I arrived in Absalom two years ago, I had a simple but nuanced mission: to increase communication and sharing of resources between the Pathfinder Society and its counterpart in Tian Xia by establishing the Lantern Lodge’s position on the other side of the world.”
She pauses briefly to sip her tea, before adding, “More than a year ago we successfully purchased and restored the house known as Hinojai, which was once a base for the Way of the Kirin. When we acquired Hinojai, it was as much a gambit to attract the attention of the remaining agents of the Way of the Kirin as it was an opportune acquisition of real estate. And indeed, a man claiming to be an agent of the Way recently contacted me by leaving me a message here.”
“Although the Way of the Kirin fell into ruin with the fall of Lung Wa a century ago, its far-reaching resources remain valuable, and it still commands great respect. If the Pathfinder Society could ally itself with the Way, the relationship would be of immense benefit to both organizations.”
Amara’s voice reveals her satisfaction as she says, “Pathfinders, we are on the cusp of just such an alliance. In a day’s time, we shall meet with this representative from the Way of the Kirin, and you are to act as security for me and ensure that the meeting is a success. I do not expect any trouble from the Way, but after all of the betrayals and double-crosses that the Society has experienced over the past few years, I worry that this is an elaborate setup by the Aspis Consortium. I have arranged for us all to be transported to the site early tomorrow morning, so take care of any errands you have in Ramparassad this afternoon. There are no settlements near our destination, and we will be spending the night there. I expect you understand the need to be fully prepared.”
Amara Li stares into the dregs of her tea as though she were attempting to discern some lost thoughts in the green leaves floating at the cup’s bottom, then looks up. “Ah yes—before the negotiations begin in earnest, I will host a formal tea ceremony to set the tone. I encourage you to participate, though doing so is not required. I would, however, expect you to dress appropriately for the event.”
With that, she stands and waits to accept any questions.
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Aaftaab just watches with interest.
”I have heard a lot about the Way of Kirin, the golden league and Shimazi from my contacts in the silver crusade ... a very tragic tale. Let me tell you what I know... “ Aaftaab says and starts speaking in an eloquent manner which really doesn’t fit his twitchy body language.
”Dear Amara, tell us more about potential dangers... and what dos and don’ts on this mission are?!“ Aaftaab asks.
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Amara tips her head at Aaftaab’s question as she answers “I do not expect any trouble from the Way of the Kirin, and we have taken considerable measures to ensure this mission is secret. Even so, I am certain that both the Golden League and the Aspis Consortium would leverage every resource to prevent this alliance.”
"As for the dos and don’ts, first and foremost ensure that the meeting is a success. Secondary the formal tea ceremony typically one wears a formal court dress or formal armor, I doubt that our contact will be particular about which you choose.”
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Starling smiles and nods politely at Amara's compliment, then bows her head slightly: "At your service ma'am, I am flattered by your attention."
She then listens to the briefing. "We'll do our best with the diplomatic mission. The alliance with the Way of the Kirin is draws the attention of our rivals precisely because it is so powerful, serving the interests of both our Society and the Way. Do you have any specific intelligence about the plans of the League or the Consortium? Any details would be helpful for us to try and disrupt them."
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Fey looks excited as she hears the part about the formal tea ceremony. "Does that mean we get to go clothes shopping here in Tian Xia? I'm so excited. I just know I'll look amazing in Formal Court Dress."
She becomes more serious as STarling points out that two enemies have a special interest in making sure the meeting doesn't go well. "What can we expect from the Way. I haven't heard of them before."
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Kahwen stares in Aaftaab's direction, though close examination will tell anyone watching him that he is watching the roc and not the Grippli.
His curiosity in the Avian ends as soon as Li begins to speak, remembering the note he received specifically about this mission from a certain Venture Captain.
"It is our honor and privilege to assist any group of Pathfinders, whether they be in Absalom or this distant land. Anyway we can strengthen you strengthens us all," Kahwen says.
"And any chance to strike down those Consortium serpents is welcome. Knowing that they oppose you is enough reason to ensure you will succeed...whoever these Golden League people might be. Simply give me guidance in what needs to be done and I will do it."
He thinks back to the strange woman who spoke to him earlier. "And I have a feeling that we will have to face all our potential enemies."
He clears his throat when there is a moment. "May I come with you Friend Feybella? My knowledge of clothing is not extensive."
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Daedîn ponders a moment before asking Amara Li, ”Will the tea ceremony be held here? If so, perhaps, it might be helpful if I observed from a concealed position, covering everyone in case the Aspis were to try something during the ceremony?” He looks to the lady hopefully as he hates dressing like a dandy...
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Daedîn groans at the prospect of formal attire
Starling ask about the plans of the league or consortium. The Venture Captain sighs ”What is the Golden League? Much as the Society has gathered rivals in the Inner Sea, the Way of the Kirin has made many enemies in Tian Xia. The Golden League is a powerful criminal organization with influence throughout Tian Xia. They are masters of subtle manipulation, bribery, thuggery, and assassination. Their enforcers are called Xun— merciless thugs who don't hesitate to maim or kill a person for the league families they serve. They are easy enough to spot by the nearly full-body tattoos that they favor. Should you see any Xun here in Ramparassad, keep clear.”
Excited about shopping, Feybella ask for more information about the Way. Amara Li thinks for a moment before replying “Slightly more than a century ago, the Lung Wa Dynasty collapsed, plunging much of Tian Xia into chaos. During this time, a once-powerful military and trade organization known as the Way of the Kirin also crumbled and disappeared from the public eye. At the height of its power the Way of the Kirin held great wealth and had small private armies defending its interests. A century later, the Way has not entirely vanished, but the organization's influence has waned to the extent where its very existence is kept secret for the sake of its remaining members. What remains is a shell of its former glory. The few extant members of Way of the Kirin have access to vast stores of wealth, information, and magic.”
Kahwen reassures Amara Li that they will get the task done.
Daedîn inquires where the tea ceremony is to be held. Amara Li replies to Daedîn “To ensure the utmost secrecy, I will not reveal that until after we have left in the morning. There are too many curious ears in Ramparassad.”
Aaftaab agrees to participate in the tea ceremony. Amara Li smiles, Excellent, I look forward to your honeyed words.”
Standing Amara Li bows, ”If that is all the questions, please take care of any errands you have and meet here early tomorrow morning.”
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Fey leans into Kahwen. "Of course I'll help you find an outfit."
Fey happily takes Kahwen to the shops and helps him find an outfit that is both fancy enough but to his tastes. Her own outfit is an amazing kaleidoscope of colors in silks and linens with jewels that will fit in her hair on around her neck and wrists.
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Kahwen is quite pleased when Fey agrees and follows her around a bit like a puppy and lets himself be dressed up like a doll as they go shopping. He has nautical tastes, favoring outfits that make it look like he is an admiral, and he really likes hats so he again ends up with an impressive head covering,this one featuring a number of peacock plumes, or at least the tips arranged like a fan over his forehead. A big gem decorates the middle of that fan with a matching ring and with which he decorates one of his left fingers. He's also bought an old medal that he wears over his left breast.
"Very fine," he says, examining himself in the mirror the next morning as he straightens his clothing.
He will be almost as early to the tea party as he was to the meeting the day before.
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The next morning, Amara, the Pathfinder group, and a pair of servants are teleported to the island where the meeting will occur. Amara tells you that we are now on a small volcanic island at the northern end of the Minatan Archipelago.
A black stone pier juts out from the beach, though years of pounding surf and use make it impossible to discern whether it was magic or skilled hands that constructed the pier. Igneous black sand peppered with chunks of dark gray rock makes up the beach. Further up the hill, the landscape is filled with strange shapes eroded from the charcoal-colored stone. Wild basalt beasts, bizarre pumice chimneys, igneous archways, and twisted stone snakes line the winding mile long path that crawls up the steep hillside.
The black tiles of the lighthouses’s rooftop is just barely visible between two of the more serpentine stone menhirs. A light mist dampens the docks and darkens the stone to a glossy black.
A lighthouse towers above a two-story house. Both structures are made primarily of the local soot-colored basalt. The lighthouse appears to be intact, but the manor has fared less well—its windows lack screens and its roof sags, suggest it has suffered badly from decades of neglect. These structures perch at the edge of a cliff, with the north-facing side of the house supported by tall stilts anchored deep into the cliff.
The strong wooden door at the entry can be barred from the inside and makes a formidable barricade, but the large windows make the house difficult to defend as they now stand.
So far there are no signs of life on the island.
Amara Li turns to your group, ”I plan to have the tea ceremony in the great halll when Iko Tsuneo arrives at noon until then you do what you deem necessary to insure the meeting is secure.” She orders the two servants to clean the the great hall and has laid out the vessels and utensils for an elaborate tea ceremony.
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Kahwen yawns and scratches under the unfamiliar collar of his fancy clothing before rubbing his sleepy eyes. That sleepiness disappears the moment they are teleported. Not only is the teleportation itself fascinating, but also the location where they end up.
He pauses long enough to sift some of the black sand through his fingers, watching it's ebony particles slide past his own ebony feathers.
Then, dusting his hands off but still looking around at the fascinating stone shapes, he hurries to keep up with the group.
When she announces that they have some time before the tea ceremony, he shares a glance with Daedin then starts exploring the rooms, looking for any signs of danger.
"Make your preparations, Madame Li. We'll make sure that there is no danger," Kahwen calls as he begins to search.
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In the first 15 minutes, Kahwen searches the bottom floor of the house. Down stairs Kahwen discovers the Kitchen has several large, empty chests that once served as pantry space, an oven with openings in the top for pots of various sizes, a sink, and a single wooden stool. Kahwen also notices a family crest stamped into the tiles of the oven.
Searching the Great Hall Kahwen imagines this large room served as the great hall that once provided Way of the Kirin members a place to meet and socialize, as well as a library for research. Two massive bay windows with window seats topped with ruined silk cushions face north and offer a spectacular view of the ocean and a cluster of smaller islands. He figures barricading these windows will takes 15 feet of material each. Turning his attention to the immense fireplace against the southern wall he discovers a concealed panel in which a small stairway leading to a lava tube that snakes through the island’s stone core below. Could make a handy escape route if things turned dire.
The other room is an unremarkable dining room.
Feybella quickly notices that there is plenty of furniture in the house that can be dismantled or moved to barricade most of the windows with properties equal to that of a good wooden door. All told, there is enough material to available to block 12 5-foot sections of open space. She estimates it would take a person about 5 minutes to barricade a 5-foot section.
Starling heads to the second floor to search. The first room is devoid of furniture, but because of the room’s position immediately above the main door, Starling believes murder holes could be cut in the floor for firing arrows down on intruders or even pouring dangerous substances on them. There is a fire place where water could be boiled to pour down. She estimates it would take 20 to 30 minutes to create murder holes and an hour to boil water.
Starling searches two more bedrooms, but doesn't find anything of interest.
Daedîn stealthily joins the search starting in the bottom floor of the lighthouse finding that it contains a jumble of old supplies. He finds two rusty bear traps and 20-gallon barrel of whale oil meant to fuel the lighthouse’s fire. He also notices that many of the old pieces of lumber and iron fittings are actually what remains of a disassembled catapult. Not all of the pieces are present, but functional replacements could be fashion.
The second floor of the lighthouse is empty except for the slightly arched covered bridge connecting the the room to the house. A wooden spiral staircase winds its way up to the tower’s top. A trapdoor at the top of the stairs exits to a narrow walkway with a railing that encircles the middle of the small foom housing the lantern. The lighthouse lantern is still functional, but the lens and half of the glass panes what would have once protected and focused the flame are now broken from ears of bad weather. Before it can be lit oil must be added to the lanter’s 2-gallon reservoir. Daedîn estimates it would shed normal light in a 100-foot radius.
Kahwen, Starling and Daedîn spend 10 minutes each finishing the exploration of the upstairs. Most of the rooms are unremarkable, but the master bedroom is dominated by a large rotting bed and a relatively well-preserved desk and chair. The ceiling sags from water damage and the floor in the center of the room slants alarmingly. They believe sawing away at the floorboards could create a trap such that anyone traversing the room could fall through the floor like a pit trap.
Kahwen: 1:35 time left
Feybell: 1:55 time left
Daedîn: 2:35 time left
Aaftaab: 2:00 time left
Starling: 1:35 time left
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Kahwen barely pays any attention to the family crest, far more interested in more practical matters. He makes sure that everyone knows about his rope upstairs and the secret tunnel out so that they have two good methods of egress should things go wrong.
As the group gathers again and shares what they've found, it becomes apparent they can turn this place into a fairly defensible location. It's just a matter of whether or not they should.
"What do you think, Companions? Mistress Li said not to ruin the tea ceremony. Will our guests be offended if they find that we have turned this place into a fortress? Should we only do what changes will be difficult to spot or go for as much safety as we can manage?"
He puts the question to Amara Li as well, or includes her in the discussion if she is available.
In any case, he goes about the task of creating the murder holes first. They'll be relatively difficult to spot, after all and will likely go unnoticed.
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Kahwen shrugs off the family crest, and makes sure everyone knows about the rope at the top of the lighthouse and the secret tunnel. When asking Amara Li she about turning the place into a fortress, she merely replies ”Do what you feel is necessary to insure the success of this meeting. I don’t think guest will be offended.”
Kahwen efficantly completes the murder holes above the front entrance.
Daedîn works on building the pit trap in the master bedroom. After which he whips up replacement pieces for the catapult and reassembles it. He even has time to take practice shots if he would like. Operating the catapult requires 3 people working for 3 full rounds actions to load and fire it.
Aaftaab hops on his Roc companion and takes a flight around the island. The mist and light rain that hampers the view continues to cover the island and is unlikely to let up anytime soon. Nevertheless, Aaftaab sees the back stone pier, the igneous black sand beaches, and bizarre pumice chimneys that make up most of the island. The many rocky outcroppings provide ample material for constructing deadfalls, anchoring tripwires and so on.
Inspecting the cliff side of the house Aaftaab sees the large bay windows have a fairly rough 60 foot cliff below them which is also slick from the rain and surf making it difficult to scale. The water below is deep and choppy which would be hard to swim in.
Starling easily recognizes the family crest of Iko Tsuneo. She works to barricade the lower windows of the house, then gathers the fuel, pot, water, and lights the fire needed to boil the water, as well as tending it.
Feybella helps Starling build barricades. Due to the mist and light rain visibility is limited to 100ft.
Kahwen: 1:15 time left
Feybell: 1:40 time left
Daedîn: 0:35 time left
Aaftaab: 1:30 time left
Starling: 0:25 time left
Barricade a 5-foot section takes 5 minutes each. (indicate on map where any are placed. 6 of 12 units of materials used.)
Brew a short lived alchemical explosive from whale oil requires 1 hour and successful DC 20 craft (alchemy).
Firing Practice with Catapult Crew of 3 people for 10 min.
Other actions that you can think of?
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Once through with the catapult, Daedîn says, "While it was interesting building it, don't think I'll be firing this thing; think I'd be better suited firing arrows from my bow through the murder holes Kahwen fashioned. Anyone want to practice with this thing? Looks like it'll take 3 of us to operate it..."
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"Hmmm...I hope he is not angry with us for messing up his house. But it is strange that he would have the meeting here without mentioning that it belongs to him," Kahwen says when Starling points out what the crest means.
"But maybe that also means that he knows about this place," he says, thoughtfully.
He builds a barricade in front of the secret door then hides one of the bear traps inside it. It will slow down anyone who tries to sneak in that way and give them a nasty surprise. He makes sure everyone inside the house is aware of the changes. He doesn't want to accidentally capture any of his own allies in an emergency.
"Friend Daedin! You built a catapult! Aren't you going to shoot it?" he asks.
He shouts louder when Daedin indicates he's not interested. "Daedin built a catapult, Companions! Someone come help me test it!"
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Aaftaab returns and is very surprised to see that the team is completely changing the house!
”Well, you have been busy! Look, the many rocky outcroppings provide ample material for constructing deadfalls, anchoring tripwires and so on. And on the cliff side of the house the large bay windows have a fairly rough 60 foot cliff below them which is also slick from the rain and surf making it difficult to scale. The water below is deep and choppy which would be hard to swim in. No idea if we can use that too. Might be worth to position someone to check this guard this are as it seems to be an opening?“ he asks.
”Aah, a catapult! Good, good! I’ll try it!!“
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Pleased with fixing the Catapult, Daedîn thinks he would be better suited firing arrows, then manning the catapult.
Impressed by the catapult, Starling continues to barricade points upstairs.
Kahwen wonders if Iko Tsuneo would be angry for messing up the house. Amara Li comments, ”The Lantern Lodge purchased and restored this house known as Hinojai more than a year ago. While Iko Tsuneo family may have owned Hinojai, I don’t know if he has ever seen it.”
Kahwen builds a barricade in front of the secret door and hides a bear trip inside it, letting everyone know about it. He then wonders why Daedîn isn’t going to shoot the marvelous contraption he build. He calls upon the group to help fire a few practice shots.
Returning from his flight, Aaftaab describes what he found and offers his help firring the catapult.
Feybell joins in the Catapult Practice. After a few wild shots the crew learns how to zero in on the firing of the Catapult (From practice the group gains a +4 to firing the catapult. FYI, To fire the catapult the crew leader uses base attack bonus and knowledge(engineering) or Intelligence modifier to determine success). The catapult can be left ready to fire require one round.
Amara Li and her servants are finishing the cleaning and laing out the vessels and utensils for an elaborate tea ceremony. Amara Li has changed into formal robes of azure and dove-gray silk, She informs ”Please finish your preparations and prepared to greet our guest. I expect him to arrive soon.
Kahwen: 0:55 time left
Feybell: 1:30 time left
Daedîn: 0:35 time left
Aaftaab: 1:20 time left
Starling: 0:00 time left
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Aaftaab uses his remaining time to set up several deadfall traps along the approach to the house.
In the late afternoon, a lone figure approaches the house. an ancient samurai who wears his armor lightly despite his age. Amara Li greets Tsuneo and suggests everyone retire to the great hall for tea. Amara Li encourages everyone to participate, as she introduces them to Tsuneo.
The old warrior keen eye's take the measure of each of you as you are presented as Pathfinder society representatives. The old man seems to be satisfied with what he sees in you and gives a small nod at the house's fortifications.
As everyone is seated and elaborately served, Tsuneo converses with the pathfinders during the tea ceremony, "Ah young adventures early in your paths, forgive me, but I don’t see any religious symbols do any of you follow the gods of the Inner Sea? I have been curious about the differences between the religion they follow and those of Tian Xia?”
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Kahwen gives his usual bow when he is introduced to Tsuneo. He shows him additional reverence as he recognizes that he is a well seasoned warrior. He is a bit embarrassed as he notices that Tsuneo notices the fortifications but relaxes when he seems not to mind.
"I am not a true worshipper, Sir, having never felt the call, unfortunately. I am a sailor, however and no man who has ridden out a storm in the Shackles has not learned at least a little and cast up a prayer or two to Gozreh," Kahwen answers the question, truthfully.
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The grippli waves his hand when the noble arrives.
Again, a spark of divine guidance allows Aaftaab to speak with more grace than his upbringing and origins would allow.
”We hope you had safe travels. Thank you for your presence. Your questions show me that you have walked the right path ... I am a follower of Chaldira, the lucky lady, the calamitous turn! And I follow Tanagaar, guardian of the unbent forrest, the aurulent eye. Both are protectors of the weak and I follow their path of good with my best friend Parvaaz. I am absolutely certain that my actions will make this world better!“