820-706 | Male CG SRO Corporate Agent Spy Operative 8 | SP 19/48 HP 50/50 | RP 10/10 | EAC 27; KAC 28| Fort +3; Ref +12; Will +7 | Init: +9 | Perc: +15, SM: +15 | Speed 50ft | Active conditions: Robotic Snark.
"So... before we kill you, do you want to talk about what your deal is, anyway?" Trusty asks. "I'm guessing that Datch hired you to make sure that we don't leave here alive, but who hired you to make sure that she doesn't make it out alive? Was it Silent Strike? The board of Abadar Corp? Or one of the many other groups that she's pissed off? Inquiring minds want to know."
Trusty makes her flat-footed, and continues blasting with his Thunderstrike Sonic Pistol.
Android Outlaw Operative 9| SP 72/72 HP 58/58 RP 10/10| EAC 28 KAC 29| Fo +7 Re +12 Wi +9| Init +9| Percep +16 Darkvision 60', Low-Light Vision
Oops! Can only try Disarming Attack once per character per day. It didn't work, so no harm.
Reaper repositions and fires at the elf again.
Trick Attack: Go back to if Trusty is making her flat-footed, then make her Off-Target.
Stealth:1d20 + 19 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 19 + 1 = 39Damage:4d8 ⇒ (4, 8, 4, 8) = 24
Non-gendered NG SRO Spacefarer Envoy 8 | SP 56/56 HP 50/50 | RP 10/12 | EAC 21 KAC 22 Resist Cold Fire 5 | Fort +5; Ref +9; Will +6 | Init: +3 | Perc: +7, +1 vision; SM: +11+1d6+1 | Speed 40 ft Fly 30 ft | Inspiring Boost: Viper | Reroll used | Active conditions: Haste (speed not adjusted)
While waiting for the elevator, Mech Coy asks Datch "So who was she working for? I imagine you've made enemies all over, so I can understand if you don't know which one sent her."
Desha and Arratoi search the elf Give me a perception check.
Patrick communicates the success while Dr. Mech Coy interrogates said prisoner.
Datch looks flabbergasted, "I... don't know. The elf's name is... was Iroiveth. They really were to help me on some drone tech. They also provided me with information on a potentially useful substance that could be harvested from the morlamaw world of Arniselle. But that's it. I mean, the elf approached me early on in my plans, and while I wondered... Wow. I dropped the ball on that one."
Android Outlaw Operative 9| SP 72/72 HP 58/58 RP 10/10| EAC 28 KAC 29| Fo +7 Re +12 Wi +9| Init +9| Percep +16 Darkvision 60', Low-Light Vision
Reaper chortles. "Looks like you were being used and whoever was using you decided that you were very disposable. You're nothing but a patsy. Grandmother Rat has a sense of humor. I can't wait to tell everyone." Reaper laughs at Datch.
Desha is pretty confident that Datch's worry about being in the dark is real. Reaper's words cut deep, and Desha believes that she's feeling defeated here.
Searching the body of the elf only deepens the mystery. The elf, named Iroiveth according to Dath, has a hidden subdermal graft on the right hand. The graft is a century-old variant of the modern Starfinder Society graft used to identify agents!
”Whatever we decide, we should be quick. Our host has promised us a rather exciting time if we don’t, after all.” Desha glances at Datch, a look of pity mixed with anger in her eyes.
She kneels down and throws one of the elf’s arms over her shoulder, ”Right. Who’s going to help me lift them?”
Once someone comes to help her, Desha leads the way out of the double doors.
Male CN Ysoki Envoy 8 | SP 56/56 HP 42/42 | RP 10/10 | EAC 24 KAC 25 | Fort +6; Ref +10; Will +7 | Init: +7 | Perc: +11, SM: +10+1d6+1 | Speed 30ft | Active conditions: none
Arratoi looks at the corpse and then pulls out a null space chamber mk 1.
"Let's put the elf in this. It can only hold about 10 minutes worth of air. But given the elf's current condition, eye ee dead, I figure that's not gonna matter. Amirite??"
Datch manages to find a bit more wind in her sales as the team discusses, "My, look how competent you’ve become. You should really be thanking me for pushing you in the right direction. I suppose if you don't want to find yourselves turned to space dust, it's likely time to leave."”
“Now that you’ve deactivated the fourth barrier your escape route is clear.” This time, Radaszam addresses the Starfinders. “Drinks are on me at the elevation ceremony—I expect to see you there.”
Days after their daring escape from Datch’s compound, the Starfinders return to Absalom Station to find the Lorespire Complex grounds completely deserted. Its chambers are silent except for the faint sounds of speech from a nearby hall.
Hundreds of diverse creatures fill the Hall of Discovery. Familiar faces appear among the masses as faction leaders, venture-captains, and friends of the Society gather around an illuminated platform. First Seeker Luwazi Elsebo’s magnified voice rings out over the audience’s excited murmurs. “Thus, it is with both sadness and pride that I step down as First Seeker. But before I can welcome my successor, Guidance has an announcement to make.”
A green holographic image of a human woman materializes beside Luwazi and addresses the room. “Greetings, Starfinders and esteemed allies. I have considered your nomination of Ehu Hadif Ko’ra Amares of Clan Tolar as First Seeker. I agree with your selection and have confirmed his elevation in my records. This is a day for celebration.” Guidance bows its head and dissipates.
The crowd erupts into thunderous applause as a kasatha clad in crimson armour strides onto the stage. He nods respectfully to Luwazi, who steps back to offer him her place at the centre of the platform. Ehu Hadif raises two of his hands and says, “Thank you for the warm welcome. I am honoured to accept the title of First Seeker, and all the responsibility that comes with it. First Seeker Elsebo has been our rock through countless hardships. Few First Seekers in our Society’s history has overseen so many successful struggles. Thanks to her, and the brave Starfinders who worked to outwit our foes, we now enter a time of peace. My goal during this time is to return our organization to its roots of discovery and exploration. My colleagues and friends, I invite you to once again turn your eyes to the distant stars. Together, I believe we can gather and preserve precious knowledge for the good of the universe.”
The Starfinder Society triumphed over Datch’s lies and schemes, and a new era of discovery under First Seeker Ehu Hadif is dawning.
Thank you GM’s for all of your hard work and effort to make this successful! And a special thanks to everyone joining the PbP Community during these trying times amid the Pandemic. Without you all this wonderful community would not be possible.
Patrick has a look after Radaszam's announcement of 'Do I have to?' But not wanting to get on the Vesk's bad side, he does join the others for drinks, but he's clearly not comfortable in the social scene, keeping mostly to himself.
He is, however, approached by an aasimar woman in glowing white robes - well her whole being seems to be glowing. She bears a holy symbol of Hylax.
I sense your discomfort. I work as a Counselor she says softly, with a smile, handing him a business card. Maybe you should come see me. But please remember, not all of us are out to get you in a bad way. We can be friends too.
Patrick doesn't answer as the woman leaves. But instead of throwing the card away, he puts in in his shirt pocket.
Desha leans back toward Mech Coy, ”You know, I’m not sure. I was trapped in the Scoured Stars with Jadnura when she assumed the role. I suppose either way, the position was vacant, since Jadnura stepped down after...well you know.” A pained expression crosses Desha’s face, like one of loss and perhaps even abandonment. She collects herself though, and asks the SRO, ”So, tell me about your experiences with Datch. I have a feeling we have some things to learn from her still, and I’d like a full profile on her while I continue my investigations.”
Non-gendered NG SRO Spacefarer Envoy 8 | SP 56/56 HP 50/50 | RP 10/12 | EAC 21 KAC 22 Resist Cold Fire 5 | Fort +5; Ref +9; Will +6 | Init: +3 | Perc: +7, +1 vision; SM: +11+1d6+1 | Speed 40 ft Fly 30 ft | Inspiring Boost: Viper | Reroll used | Active conditions: Haste (speed not adjusted)
The good doctor puts on a pained expression. Deciding that the main event was over and it was alright to speak in a normal voice he gives his opinions.
"My first experience with her was on Zo! show, Pact World Warriors. She presented a pleasant and supportive facade. It was after everything was over that we discovered otherwise."
"Her actions there are what most caused Trusty to dislike her so intensely. I really wasn't sure if he would kill her when given a chance or not."
"The rest can be found in my reports. I can give you a copy if you wish."
You get an alert on your comm unit indicating he is offering a data file.
Doing it this way so as to avoid spoilers.
Patrick would accept Dr Mech Coy's reports. He also sends back copies of his reports to do with the weapon vault and the planet of the kiirinta (2-06 and 2-08) - the only times he had personal interactions with Datch's machinations.
He's also checking the credentials of that aasimar councilor, to ensure this isn't a trick or a prank and he's not being set up for another fall. To his surprise, everything looks kosher but he does find some 'interesting' links. Seems she's also a photographic glamour model.
Errr .... Trusty he says to the SRO, and showing him the links. What do you think? Does this look legit to you?
Android Outlaw Operative 9| SP 72/72 HP 58/58 RP 10/10| EAC 28 KAC 29| Fo +7 Re +12 Wi +9| Init +9| Percep +16 Darkvision 60', Low-Light Vision
Reaper Sigma stands quietly during the ceremony. He does not see how this changes his concerns or his mission. As the others clap, Reaper stands motionless.
Non-gendered NG SRO Spacefarer Envoy 8 | SP 56/56 HP 50/50 | RP 10/12 | EAC 21 KAC 22 Resist Cold Fire 5 | Fort +5; Ref +9; Will +6 | Init: +3 | Perc: +7, +1 vision; SM: +11+1d6+1 | Speed 40 ft Fly 30 ft | Inspiring Boost: Viper | Reroll used | Active conditions: Haste (speed not adjusted)
When Patrick checks the files Mech Coy shared, he finds out that evidently more than one team was sent to Stabrisis-14. Checking the coordinates, Mech Coy was sent to a different area. There is also a link between Datch and AbadarCorp Pharmaceuticals.
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