Oh man, sorry to hear that. If you're not up to GMing these days and wish to take some time working on these serious issues, feel free to let us know; Tyranius can always put a call for a replacement GM, be it temporary or not.
Hope you are okay then, be well!
A new computer is always a good start! :)
Thank you for your patience and so sorry for the delay. Depression isn't fun... I'll definitely get better at communicating.
But posted an update! Included a map of the city of Lyrudrada. There's a lot of lore in the module (including a small gazetteer!) that you might not get, so feel free to ask away!
I also included a map of Aiyana's estate and put you guys out front. But you don't have to start there and are welcome to try other approaches. Feel free to move around your token as you feel fit!
I know nothing, including that we seem to be under ground? Also I do not see myself "out front".
If you have a token, feel free to place it! If not, I can add you later tonight.
Does someone want to give a run down of what’s happened so far for Nyx?
I know nothing, including that we seem to be under ground? Also I do not see myself "out front".
@Nyxis: add your token and initiative mod on slide 5.
Summary: the party has been dispatched by the Pathfinder Society to help a shadow lady that lives underground with her people. We are to retrieve an artifact that is so powerful that it could mutate her entire race into something else if it falls into the wrong hands. The first step was to go to a tomb where the artifact was locked in, but when we arrived there, we found out it had already been stolen by 'The Reborn', a rebellious faction of her race who wishes to use this evil artifact to force her people into a new kind of creature. The details are unknown other that this. We have good reasons to believe that these 'Reborn' thieves took the artifact here to this underground city, and apparently they are using the shadow lady's estate as a hideout... yeah... this seems weird now that I think of it... maybe the shadow lady is up to something... hmmm... :)
I’ve got an all-day load in today I’m headed to now, but will post either late tonight or tomorrow.
So the shadow people are humans from the shadow plane? What are their race? And what does it mean to be reborn? Have they already been transformed in some way, or just desire it?
They are Caligni and you are currently in a caligni city in the Darklands under Nidal where both Aiyana (the NPC who recruited you) and the Reborn are both from.
The Reborn is just the name of a new and growing 'cult'. Aiyana believes that the Reborn will destroy her city so wants to prevent that. Right now, you know very little about the Reborn, but don't think there is any physical transformation process of any kind. 'Reborn' seems to just be a name.
That helps. Thanks!
Sorry: I was under the impression that this artifact was some kind of race mutator or prototype creator... or maybe that's part of the history of the Caligni race... I don't remember... :P
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All you know is ancient history, rumors, and theories (). Most caligni have forgotten about the Cradle of Night. Aiyana knows little - that whoever possessed the orb would give them increased strength, health, and healing capabilities.
Haramil, who's tomb you just explored, was one of the last person known to have one of these Cradle of Nights. But it likely corrupted him and his subjects feared (or hated?) him, hence the disrespect you found in the tomb - fake gifts, backwards facing statues, etc.
But there is no evidence (yet) that the Reborn 'cult' has anything to do with being 'reborn' or transforming into anything. Seems to be just a name. Maybe once they have the orb and have a chance to play around with it, that may change.
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Just as a heads up, I'm headed out of town for a few days. May have limited time to update, but will try to if I do have time.
Leon's turn won't be coming up for a bit, but GM was talking about fear checks coming from the Shadow Mastiffs soon. As a reminder, Leon gives a +4 morale bonus vs those if you are within 10' of him.
Suggestion: going fwd I think we could speed up the fights by just rolling off whether the party goes first or the enemies (i.e. avg initiative perhaps?) This way the entire party can post when it's up to us; and the GM can handle all his monsters in one post. What say you?
Update: got COVID in addition to pink eye this past weekend. I've been doing nothing but resting the past two days and haven't had a chance to log on. Gonna go to the doctors to pick up some meds for the pink eye. Will be able to post later tonight.
And I do like your suggestion, Akku. How about everyone go and I can just update when I get home.
Get better and make sure to treat it before it moves from pink to mauve! :) :P [I'll be here all week... lol]
I’ll be out of town this weekend at an SCA event.
Enjoy and see you Monday! :)
And I do like your suggestion, Akku. How about everyone go and I can just update when I get home.
Oops... I totally missed that: I was still waiting for your turn GM Mauve! I'll proceed with Akku's turn immediately!
Internet’s been out at my apartment building for most of a week, when I called the company they sounded like they thought they’d have it back soon but that was Thursday and it’s still down. I don’t post well from mobile, so expect me to be limited and feel free to bot me if needed for…a few more days-ish. Hard to say.
Hope you are feeling better GM Mauve! 2 weeks since your last gameplay post: we miss you!
Thanks for checking in Tyranius! Welcome back Mauve, hope everything is well for you!
Much appreciated Tyranius! thank you!!
Many thanks for the help!
Hi guys. I've been discussing with GM Tyranius and the likelihood of finding a replacement GM for this is low. He also indicated that GM Mauve is probably not going to return to this game any time soon.
It was nice playing with you all. Have a great summer!
It was fun while it lasted! Be well all, and I'm sure I'll catch you around.
PS: for those of you highly interested to finish this, I may do so around November or so. PM me then, but sadly the end of this journey will probably never be with Akku and Siiska! ;)
Oh well. I worked hard on my build, spending hours on it. I got to post one combat round. lol
Everyone here onboard for November if I run this yes?
Yes
Should be yes!
Hey guys, I want to apologize for my departure. My mental health was at an all time low, which was exacerbated by several things: Covid, my mom getting injured, unemployment, and several other personal issues I've been working through. I really needed time off to focus on my self and it wasn't my intention to be gone for so long. Recently got a new job and things have been getting better for me.
If you guys are still interested, I can jump back in as a DM. My new job requires some field work just as a heads up, so there may be some weeks where I will be away from my computer for a few days at a time (maybe up to a week or more, but unsure on the exact details).
Also, if any of you have Discord and it's been a while since I've posted, feel free to message me at MauveAvenger#1042. I can get messages easily that way on my phone so I can update you when I can post next.
Again, I'm extremely sorry for the disappearance.
Hi Mauve! I'm still here. I'm glad to hear you are doing better man. Those are all big things you have tackled in the last several weeks. It is good to hear from you definitely. If you are up for it, I'm game.
I'm still here.
Yep. I am here. Let's play a game, have fun, and enjoy each other's company. :)
Update: got caught up in work on Friday. Left to go to visit some relatives right after work and completely forgot my computer all weekend... D'oh! I'm headed out to work right now. I'll update when I get home tonight. Should be around 6 or 7 PST.
Thanks GM - I'll probably be in bed long day back to work after the holiday, but I'll catch it in the morning!
Oh my! what a nice surprise!! :)
Glad to see you again Mauve!
Still here as well. Thanks for jumping back in, and let me know if you need help or assistance with anything.
Would people be interested in setting up a Discord or something for OOC chat? I've used Discord (as well as Google Hangouts and Slack) for some off site chatting in a few of my games before.
Things I like about it:
-Talk about strategy, build advice, etc.
-Can ping someone easier letting them know their turn is up
Just a suggestion - let me know your thoughts.
Sure! I'd enjoy talking to everyone too. I am sorta bad about remembering to check Discord though so I'll likely need a a reminder or two.
Looked at the map & there isn't room on it for Leon to get at the enemy. I think this is outdoors though. Do I have permission to roam off the map edge to engage?