[ACO] 03-01: Year of Shattered Sanctuaries (P2) (Inactive)

Game Master UncleFroggy

Kidron, please fill in the macros and post your token to the slides.

Gardeners and landscapers busily haul plants and building materials through the gardens that flank the path leading to the imposing, multistory building that is the Blakros Museum. Its outer walls are crafted almost entirely from a single chunk of volcanic rock. A woman stands near the entrance, speaking with several of the workers in a calm yet commanding voice. She has deep blueish-purple skin and vibrant teal markings, denoting her ancestry as one of the aquatic azarketi. She approaches you and introduces herself.

"Well met. I am Curator Adjutant Seshuun. What business do you have at the museum?"

nature (t): 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (13) + 3 = 16

Giles makes a formal sweeping bow. Greetings Adjutant. I am Giles Morningstar the second and my companion here is Ecthelion. Ah, I see you are recreating the flora of Lobaria. It's a shame the climate here doesn't allow you to use live specimens."

Ecthelion also attempts to mimic a bow, lowering himself on his tentacles and sweeping one in front of him like an arm. He speaks

Giles continues after Ecthelion. "Pleasantries aside, we've been sent by the society to assist you with your urgent matter."

Nature: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24

"Hello Curator. I love the grove. That part of Iobaria has very interesting plants. I hope you are able to add more of the originals as time goes by. We're the group from the Pathfinder Society. I think we're expected. You wouldn't happen to know if there's a problem that they would want us to help with?"

nature: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

"Hmm."

Nic remains unobtrusive, listening for the answer.

He gives the woman a slight bow.,

"So, you’re the ones Valsin sent to fix this mess. No, not the gardens. The shipment! You know, the relics? The Iobarian relics? Surely you can explain why the shipment hasn’t been delivered yet. The Sixwing Drake should have arrived with the relics by now, but I’ve heard no word. We can make the gardens look as authentic as we want, but nobody is going to visit an empty exhibit. The recent business with the curator, Nigel Aldain, has tarnished the museum’s reputation enough as it is. I can’t allow the Society’s delays to cause further problems. You look like you might have questions. Please tell me you can help?"

Per the instructions of Ambrus Valsin, you may wish to make a good first impression on Seshuun. The curator is eager for you to be on your way, but is happy to engage in a brief conversation about interesting relics, her job at the museum, or her area of study.

You may make either of the following checks:
Diplomacy
Academia/Azarketi/Iobaria Lore

Giles may be polite and society minded but has none of those skills. Best he could do diplomacy at +4

Each of you can make a check.

diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

Trig bows to Seshuun.

"We are indeed here to help. The Blakros museum has been a source of learning and delight for years and we hope it remains so. Who should we speak to on the Drake to expedite these matters? A fellow curator perhaps?"

Trig says a short prayer to Sarenrae. Guidance on Joran Redaxe adding +1 to their next skill check. Though I don't think they have the skills Trig was hoping for.

Giles Diplomacy (U): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10 Based on his initial greeting

diplomacy 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

We are here to help and are very capable he says.

Sadly my Lores are cartography and library.

"We would be in better position to help if you would share your knowledge of the relics. You seem to have a good grip on the situation. Which exhibit were they to be in? Are they from the same part of Iobaria as this garden?"

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 3 + 1 = 19

The halfling bows in greeting to Seshuun. "Your expertise is clear, ma'am. Is that how you came to be in charge of planning the exhibit?"

Diplomacy (trained): 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23

Boom!

Seshuun smiles at Nic's words. She visibly relaxes.

"I apologize for being short with you. This job has been really maddening. I need to make a good first impression with the museum management. But all these disruptions are getting out of hand. I am grateful for any help you can provide. I hope that the museum can assist the Society as well."

"Now then, it is imperative that you make your way to the docks to see what has happened to the relics aboard the Sixwing Drake. We can talk of other matters later, but for now you must go to the docks as soon as possible. Take this. It should help you to find the relics."

She hands you an everburning torch.

Please nominate 2 people for a hero point. Either post it in a spoiler, post it openly, or send me a message. I'll award 2 in 48 hours. Alternatively, since it doesn't appear any of you have used your hero point yet, I can just put 2 on the table and whoever needs one can use it.

I like the second option.

I also like the second option. But in case we end up voting here is my vote:

2nd option please

"The letter I read spoke of a shipment, guess that all be it then," she says keeping to the periphery

Second option is good.

"To the docks then. I wonder what the Sixwing Drake is like." Joran says, making moves to go.

"No tavern brawls this time. If we end up in a bar, I want nuts. And whisky." adds the monkey.

2nd option it is. There are 2 Hero Points on the table for folks to use.

Nic takes the everburning torch. "Thank you. We will endeavor to please."

Giles looks to Ecthelion as they head towards the docks. "Maybe you'll get to go swimming after all"

Your journey from the Blakros Museum to the docks doesn’t take long. The waterfront teems with activity and the sights and sounds of one of the Inner Sea’s largest ports. Once you navigate through the crowded streets, you approach any one of the dozens of dockworkers, who wave you toward the docks where you can find Harbormaster Hansara Molnesh and the Sixwing Drake.

Hansara Molnesh is a tall, broad-shouldered Garundi woman with weathered bronze skin and graying hair. She directs a small group of dockworkers who are busy loading barrels onto a sleek, blue-sailed ship emblazoned with the name Sixwing Drake in faded paint.

"Well met! What is it you need?"

"Greetings Harbormaster Hansara. We are here on behalf of the Blakros Museum. About a shipment of relics."

Trig admires the ship as he awaits a reply.

diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19

"We're hoping your have them or know where they are?" Joran says hopefully. "We're from the Pathfinder Society" He waves his wayfinder around a little.

Giles and Ecthelion approach. "We can see you are busy but it's vitality important for the museum to find the shipment. The Pathfinder Society has been tasked with helping out with this mission. If it'll help, Ecthelion and I can help with loading?"

Giles Diplomacy: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 11
Ecthelion Athletics: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10

[Ooc]oof[ooc]

As can I the half elf adds to the summoner's offer of aid.

The harbormaster frowns in confusion. "Someone already came by to get the shipment. At least… I think they did? They were… hmm. To be honest, I can’t remember. Come to think of it, everything that happened this morning is all… cloudy. Wait, why are the workers loading cargo on the ship?!" She turns to the crew gathered on the docks and the Sixwing Drake and shouts, "Hey, listen up! The Pathfinders are here for the shipment! Let’s get to work!"

Moments later, a dockhand on the upper deck steps rigidly toward a stack of barrels and says something inaudible over the din of the harbor. A series of massive explosions obliterates the Sixwing Drake, spewing flames and charred debris onto the docks.

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 1
Recall Knowledge (1 action): Nature
Tactical Map
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BOLD may go

Trig Meral AC 16, HP: 28/28
Oranna Gro-gathal AC 18, HP: 21/21

+++

Green
Giles Morningstar II / Echthelion (AC 17) AC 14, HP: 21/21
Kidron Quintus AC 17, HP: 20/20
Nic Blackwillow AC 18 HP: 15/15
Joran Redaxe AC 17 (19 w/ shield), HP: 15/15

+++

Red

Nic and Kidron, you both tied for initiative. Please decide who goes first.

kn Nature on???: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17 ◆
I don't see a map and there was no mention of enemies. My other actions will depend on where the wounded are and how many there are.

Tactical Map is linked in the combat tracker (under the RK). Also Recall Knowledge is a secret check.

Not seeing any wounded around Trig throws up a Forbidding Ward on Kidron. ◆◆ +1 status bonus to AC and saves vs the red enemy.

Covering her face, Oranna sees the crewman and charges forward, pulling out her greatsword in a display of speed and strength, "Bastards!" she shouts.However the attack goes wide and misses the mark.

Sudden Charge Attack on Red: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8
Damage on Red: 1d12 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

◆ -Pull out Greatsword
◆ ◆ Sudden Charge (Two Strides and a Flourish Attack)

Trig tries to recall whether he's seen any of these creatures before, but doesn't remember anything. Oranna charges forward and swings at red, but doesn't connect. Green steps forward and tries to bite Oranna twice.

Jaws attack vs Oranna AC 18: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (3) + 10 = 13
Jaws attack vs Oranna AC 18, MAP 1: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (2) + 6 = 8

But doesn't succeed.

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 1
Recall Knowledge (1 action): Nature
Tactical Map
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BOLD may go

Trig Meral AC 16, HP: 28/28
Oranna Gro-gathal AC 18, HP: 21/21

+++

Green
Giles Morningstar II / Echthelion (AC 17) AC 14, HP: 21/21
Kidron Quintus AC 17, HP: 20/20 (Forbidding Ward, +1 AC)
Nic Blackwillow AC 18 HP: 15/15
Joran Redaxe AC 17 (19 w/ shield), HP: 15/15

+++

Red

"It looks fiery, Joran!" says Thor.

"I'll try Frost in that case" Joran replies.

◆◆ Tiny Ray of Frost: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 181d4 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8 at Green

◆ Get my shield game going.

◆Act Together (◇ Giles Recall Knowledge Nature +3, ◇ Ecthelion Stride)
Will wait for other two actions for recall knowledge result if any

◆ Ecthelion Stride ◆ Ecthelion Trip v. Green

Trip attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (10) + 7 = 17

Giles shouts "Ecthelion, I don't know what those things are, be careful!"

From the map it looks like any access on the dock is blocked by the half orc and the octopus thing, am I correct?

Joran sends a snowball at Green and connects. The Ray of Frost appears to have a bigger effect on Green. Ecthelion strides up to Green and tries to trip it, but does not succeed.

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 1
Recall Knowledge (1 action): Nature
Tactical Map
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BOLD may go

Trig Meral AC 16, HP: 28/28
Oranna Gro-gathal AC 18, HP: 21/21

+++

Green (-13)
Giles Morningstar II / Echthelion (AC 17) AC 14, HP: 21/21
Kidron Quintus AC 17, HP: 20/20 (Forbidding Ward, +1 AC)
Nic Blackwillow AC 18 HP: 15/15
Joran Redaxe AC 17 (19 w/ shield), HP: 15/15

+++

Red

Looks like it as far as melee goes, I can have Ecthelion try to tumble through the enemy next round? Unless we are allowed to swim around?

I was looking at my domain spell and it is a cone so that would hit people. All I can think of to do is this

The paladin will grab a javelin and throw it at the red creature
1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
1d6 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

he will then draw his bastard sword.

"Oh. Oh, dear." Nic sidesteps, drawing his bow and sending an arrow at the red creature.

Step-Interact-Strike

Shortbow arrow to red: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16
Damage, if applicable: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Kidron hurls his javelin at Red, which connects solidly. He draws his sword and prepares to advance. Nic shoots an arrow at Red but misses.

Red tries to bite Oranna.

Jaws attack vs Oranna, AC 18: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (12) + 10 = 22
Jaws Damage, Piercing: 1d4 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

It then turns and tries to bite Ecthelion.

Jaws attack vs Ecthelion AC 17, MAP 1: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15
Jaws attack vs Ecthelion AC 17, MAP 2: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21
Jaws Damage, Piercing: 1d4 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

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COMBAT TRACKER
Round: 2
Recall Knowledge (1 action): Nature
Tactical Map
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BOLD may go

Trig Meral AC 16, 28/28
Oranna Gro-gathal AC 18, 14/21 (1d4 Persistent Fire; DC 15 Flat check to overcome)

+++

Green (-13)
Giles Morningstar II / Echthelion (AC 17) AC 14, 15/21 (1d4 Persistent Fire; DC 15 Flat check to overcome)
Kidron Quintus AC 17, 20/20 (Forbidding Ward, +1 AC)
Nic Blackwillow AC 18 15/15
Joran Redaxe AC 17 (19 w/ shield), 15/15

+++

Red (-10)

That is the first time I have ever used a javelin and would not have had it if it did not come in his pack,lol

Flat Check: 1d20 ⇒ 7

Oranna is bitten and struck by the flames, vainly trying to put them out as an anger builds up inside her that she unleashes rather suddenly with a feral cry, swinging her great sword while partially on fire like a madwoman.

Greatsword vs Red: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
Damage: 1d12 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 2 = 15
Greatsword vs Green: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 2 = 19
Damage: 1d12 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 4 + 2 = 11

◆ Rage
◆ Attack
◆ Attack
+1 Temp HP
-1 AC

Since Kidron is not in melee Trig will let the ward drop.

Electric Arc the 2 enemies DC 18 simple reflex save: 1d4 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5 ◆◆

He then moves up should he be needed for healing. ◆

"They don't look like art critics. Hey! Why did you blow up the boat?"