Pirate Purpose (Inactive)

Game Master Pirate Rob

"Well, let's give ourselves a little more light."

Aella reaches out and touches Doven's shield, making it glow.

Aurika translates the goblin song for the others. "Not the sort of lyrics that I like to hear."

She draws her dagger, then whispers a simple spell that causes the blade to glow with a cool white light. "Ready."

With a nod to his teammates, Doven cautiously enters the room, his now glowing shield raised. "Hey dudes" he calls ahead. "We don't mean you any harm, alright? We're just looking for someone. If you're cool, we're cool, cool?"

Faldur stomps closer, not capable of being stealthy.

Faldur stomps closer, incapable of\ stealth.

No magic present other than what you bring. Also scooted people up.

Heading in you spot a goblin with a pair of torches trying to get a campfire going in front of an alcove.

Goblin is currently providing light around in as normal per a torch, campfire is currently just dim light at 5ft.

Shrieking as you enter the goblin mutters something about longshanks and decides to burn you too.

While it's hard to see from this angle there might be an iruxi in that alcove behind the fire, although it'll take awhile before its in any danger from smoke or campfire fire.

Initiative:

Aella
???
Airoka
Scerzaq
Kirianamu
???
Faldir
???
Doven

Aella is up!

You know there are enemies here, so feel free to make use of reactions even before your first turn.

In that case: If Doven is attacked before his turn, he'll use Shield Block. If someone else within 15 feet is, Liberating Step.

"You want to light me on fire? Let's see how you like being struck by lightning!"

electricity: 1d12 ⇒ 10, DC 17 basic Reflex save, clumsy 2 for 1 round and 1 persistent electricty on a fail

Stride, Tempest Surge

reflex: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25

The fiery goblin dodges the worst of it, but doesn't look pleased at having been shocked.
"Ow, owowowowowo"

Interestingly enough 'Ow!' seems to mean the same thing in common as in goblin.

Slipping from the shadows a goblin descends from the sourthern rise and fires an arrow at Aelle.

arrow vs FF: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (8) + 8 = 16
piercing: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Being flatfooted Aella doesn't managed to dodge the arrow, Doven protects her from harm however.
Aella may step.

Now seeing the vast numbers the goblin tosses their bow aside and draws a makeshift blade on a long pole that looks like it would be useful for chopping horses.

Aella
Blue Dash Goblin
Airoka
Scerzaq
Kirianamu
Red Dash Goblin -5
Faldir
???
???
???
Doven

Airoka, Scerzaq and Kirianamu are up!

Action 1-2: Electric Arc
Action 3: Illusory Terrain

Aurika weaves her own evocation magic, firing electricity at the nearest goblin. Bizarrely, she shouts the name of the spell. "Electric Arc!"
Electric Arc vs Blue, DC 17 Reflex: 1d4 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

She then creates the illusion of falling rocks behind the goblin, making it believe it'll be harder to run!

Karianamu moves up the stairs and speaks to the red dash goblin by the fire.

"I am friend to everyone but Nana is not. Do not make her come to deal with you!"

As he casts Fear, his clothes ripple as if several large insects are skittering across his skin.

DC17 Will Save.

blue reflex: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11

The goblin shakes as his body is assaulted by electricity and his potential escape route gets a lot more difficult.

red will: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

Red quakes in fear

Initiative:

Aella
Blue Dots Goblin -7
Airoka
Scerzaq
Kirianamu
Red Dash Goblin -5 (Frightened 2)
Faldir
???
???
???
Doven

Scerzaq is up!

Scerzaq scampers into the chamber as he ducks behind the corner of the wall shielding himself. "Seems not all goblins suddenly became good and misunderstood."

◆ Stride
◆ Shield
◆ Arcane Cascade Stance

The Ysoki scampers in with great magical prowess.

The flaming red goblin gets that special look in their eyes as they charge forward, screeching in an almost maddeningly high pitched voice.

It comes to a halt just in front of Karianamu as sheets of flame echo out from it covering most of the party.

burning hands: 2d6 ⇒ (5, 4) = 9
Basic Reflex DC 16 14 for Karianarmu, Aella, Doven and Faldur

Initiative:

Aella (Reflex 14)
Blue Dots Goblin -7
Airoka
Scerzaq (Reflex 14)
Kirianamu (Reflex 14)
Red Dash Goblin -5 (Frightened 1)
Faldur (Reflex 14)
???
???
???
Doven

Faldur is up!

Ref (T): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 5 = 14

… no .

Overdrive DC 16: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18

The liquid in Faldur's brain-tube bubbles like boiling water. The cords connecting it to his body bulge and writhe. His power-suit vibrates so hard bolts and pieces start to rattle off as he rushes forward and slams his shield-spike into the goblin who burned him.

+1 Shield Spike: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
P, Overdrive: 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 3 + 2 = 7

Reflex: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22 Doven dodges the worst of the fire.

Reflex:: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21

Thanks to his frightened hesitations, Faldur dodges some of the waves of fire before whirring up, stabbing the goblin and cutting off blue.

Doven and Kirianamu also dodge some fire.

Then arrows come raining down on the unsuspecting Karianamu from a pair of goblins hidden in the north tower.

We'll give you lesser cover, but them normal cover at the top of the stairs from angles, Getting on the stairs is enough to negate.

arrow vs FF: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24
more arrow FF: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
piercing: 1d6 ⇒ 2

They follow up with another volley.

arrow: 1d20 + 8 - 5 ⇒ (12) + 8 - 5 = 15
more arrow: 1d20 + 8 - 5 ⇒ (10) + 8 - 5 = 13

arrow: 1d20 + 8 - 10 ⇒ (7) + 8 - 10 = 5
more arrow: 1d20 + 8 - 10 ⇒ (11) + 8 - 10 = 9

Only one of the arrows hits and was fortunately deflected by Karianamu's walking stick. 2 piercing damage total from 6 arrows.

Aella (Reflex 14)
Blue Dots Goblin -7
Airoka
Scerzaq (Reflex 14)
Kirianamu (9/15)
Red Dash Goblin -5 (Frightened 1)
Faldur 22/26
Solid Pink
Solid Yellow
Doven 26/20

Doven and Aella are up (Aella still has a reflex save to make)

Those indoor stairs up to the towery bits are difficult terrain.

"Hey dudes, that ain't cool." Doven clangs further into the room, positioning himself between the archers and Kirianamu. He swings his flail at the nearest goblin, then raises his shield to defend against the next volley from the top of the stairs.

+1 flail vs. Red dash goblin: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17
Bludgeoning damage: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

◆Stride, ◆Strike, ◆Raise Shield. This round he will save his reaction for a Liberating Step if an ally is attacked.

Reflex: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

Let's not keep that

Hero Point Reflex: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 4 + 1 = 11

Better, at least

"You all like fire, huh?"

Aella sends a blast of fire at the Blue Dots goblin.

Produce Flame: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20
ouch!: 1d4 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

She then moves out of the cluster.

Doven moves up and gets a solid strike in while raising his shield to defend against the tower goblins.

Aella has less luck then her allies against the waves of flame but does land a ball of fire against blue before moving.

The Blue goblin swings their horsechopper wildly at Faldur
horse chip: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15

but can't connect.

It then retreats back around the rubble, the fiery red goblin skittering back as well.

It then takes a final swing at Karianamu
more horse, more chop: 1d20 + 8 - 5 ⇒ (8) + 8 - 5 = 11

but can't hit there either.

Initiative:

Aella (9/18)
Blue Dots Goblin -15
Aurika
Scerzaq (Reflex 14)
Kirianamu (9/15)
Red Dash Goblin -11 (Frightened 1)
Faldur 22/26
Solid Pink
Solid Yellow
Doven 26/20

Airoka, Scerzaq and Kirianamu are up!

"Keep this up and you will meet my ancestor Chaga. He is much less forgiving and does not like goblins."

Karianamu casts Shield, readying to block the first attack that hits him.

His legs and arms then stretch horrifically as he transforms into a dark black spider with enormously long legs (Change Shape).

He scuttles up the stairs toward the goblin archers, menacing them from in close.

Action 1: Stride
Action 2-3: Electric Arc

"Oh I see none of you want to play fair. Well, that suits me just fine," Aurika says, moving forward before she weaves a spell and shouts, "Electric Arc!"
Electric Arc vs Blue & Red, DC 17 Reflex: 1d4 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Reflex DC 14: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15

Scerzaq avoids most of the flames. He quickly draws his shortsword. As he does powerful magic rings out through the metal of the blade as it slashes out at the goblin without even making contact.

Spellstrike: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (10) + 7 = 17
Shortsword Damage (Slashing): 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
Gouging Claw Spell Damage (Slashing): 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3 1d4 Persistent Bleed on a Crit
Arcane Cascade Damage (Slashing): 1 = 1 3 damage if the goblin manages to be FF.

◆ Draw Shortsword
◆◆ Spellstrike

Scerzaq gets a little bit burned but draws a shortsword and finishes off the torch wielding goblin!

Aella (9/18)
Blue Dots Goblin -15
Aurika
Scerzaq (10/14)
Kirianamu (9/15)

Faldur 22/26
Solid Pink
Solid Yellow
Doven 26/20

Faldur is up!

Faldur rips a cord on his boots. DC 17 Flat: 1d20 ⇒ 3

NO.

BANG!

There's a flash. Faldur hurtles through the air like a fiery comet, leaving behind a smoking crater where he stood a moment before.

He's on fire. Ignoring that problem for the moment, he punches the goblin twice.

+1 Shield Spike: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14
P, Overdrive: 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 3 + 2 = 6

+1 Shield Spike: 1d20 + 7 - 5 ⇒ (11) + 7 - 5 = 13
P, Overdrive: 1d6 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 2 = 9

Perhaps being on fire distracts his aim. A moment later, it puffs out.

Explosive Leap, Strke, Strike, 2 Fire damage

Faldur hurdles through the air but can't connect with the goblin.

The goblins screech and fire their bows point blank at Karianamu

arrow pierce: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (19) + 8 = 27
arrow pierce: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (1) + 8 = 9
slashing: 1d6 ⇒ 3
deadly: 1d10 ⇒ 2

Doven protects the scary spider from some of the pain as another pair of arrows come from the near panicked goblins.

arrow pierce: 1d20 + 8 - 5 ⇒ (17) + 8 - 5 = 20
arrow pierce: 1d20 + 8 - 5 ⇒ (14) + 8 - 5 = 17
piercing: 1d6 ⇒ 2
piercing: 1d6 ⇒ 2

Both arrows land, in desperation the goblins fire one last time!

arrow pierce: 1d20 + 8 - 10 ⇒ (16) + 8 - 10 = 14
arrow pierce: 1d20 + 8 - 10 ⇒ (4) + 8 - 10 = 2

Aella (9/18)
Blue Dots Goblin -15
Aurika
Scerzaq (10/14)
Kirianamu (1/15)
Faldur 22/26
Solid Pink
Solid Yellow
Doven 26/30

Doven and Aella are up!

"Woah, hold on there dude, I'm comin' to help!" Doven rushes up the stairs, giving Kirianamu a reassuring pat on the back before swinging his flail at the goblin before him. ◆Stride, ◆Cast lay on hands, ◆Strike. Kirianamu heals for 6hp and gains a +2 status bonus to AC for a round.

Flail vs. pink: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (13) + 9 = 22
Bludgeoning: 1d6 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

Splat goes the goblin!

Fixed Kiri HP from shield block.

Aella (9/18)
Blue Dots Goblin -15
Aurika
Scerzaq (10/14)
Kirianamu (5/15)
Faldur 20/26
Solid Pink
Solid Yellow
Doven 26/30

Aella moves back in and zaps two of them!

Electric Arc, Blue Dots and solid Pink: 1d4 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6, DC 17 basic Reflex

Sorry, pink went down from the attack, my fault for not removing, targeted yellow for you.

blue: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
yellow: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24

Aella's lightning drops the blue goblin, but the yellow goblin does not go down!

Being out of allies the final goblin throws down his bow and shouts in goblin

Out of combat.

Behind the smoldering fire is a lightly smoked and unconcious but still alive Iruxi.

Kazuuk also returns shortly and surveys the situation

"Well done Pathfinders, take this lesser darkvision elixir."

After healing up, including the captured Iruxi you're able to make the trek back to the enclave.

There Chief Thakik once again sits atop her bone throne, but now the hint of a smile tugs at the corners of her mouth. “Kazuuk tells us you were quite impressive! This is good to hear. I wish to learn more of what you found, and I’m certain the Tskikha and the Pathfinder Society have a bright future ahead!”

After a small feast and evening of celebration you're able to report back to Fola Barun who congratulates you on a job well done and encourages you to meet with Calisro, Gorm or Eando next.

Next quest is next day, feel free to assume you're fully healed by then and let me know who you want to see next.

"Well alright! I vote we go hang out with Calisro. That lady knows how to party!"

Also lets give Doven a hero point.

Scerzaq cringes a bit. Though he is healed it takes some time for his burnt fur to grow back. The melted fur clings together and tugs at his skin below. "Goblins eat longshanks? But why? Are they that hungry." The small Ysoki makes gagging noises even thinking of it. "I lost my appetite. Let's go see this Calisro."

"A lot of things will try to eat you out here. Best to be on alert."

I'm good with Calisro next.

"It is only because I have found you all so trustworthy and welcoming that I was comfortable revealing my true form. Please keep this between us."

Karianamu shifts back into his human persona.

"I agree with seeing Calisro next. Perhaps next time I will spend less time in the front lines."

"Of course, dude. Your secret's safe with us."

One Cinematic Dissolve Later...

A striking figure leans casually against one of the ancient columns that juts from the surrounding swamp. She is a halforc dressed like a fashionable sea captain, complete with tricorn hat.

“Isn’t it exciting?” she asks, her rough voice deep and full of command. “Fresh out on your first missions and already exploring Azlanti ruins? I once thought the high seas were the only place for true adventure, but the Pathfinders have shown me otherwise!”

She pauses and deeply inhales the air. “I’m Calisro Benarry, leader of the Horizon Hunters. Now, let’s hear about you!”

YOU ARE … A CORSAIR … YES ? Faldur knows sailors like stars. Maybe some trivial knowledge of astronomy would impress.

His single eye rolls upward. TEHRE… He points. A HUNDRED YEARS AGO ROSE THE SEA WRAITH CONSTELLATION . NOW HER LEFT EYE WOULD BE … 39.2746° N, 120.1211° W . He moves his finger a fraction of an inch.

Astronomy Lore (T): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26

Perplexed at why Faldur is rattling off numbers, Aurika forces ahead with introductions. "Well Calisro, where should we begin? My name is Aurika. I grew up in the Puddles district of Absalom, but was one of the lucky ones who escaped and became a Pathfinder. I've learned from Janira and Master Shaine that I've a mind for magic, so that's how I help out."

She gestures to the others. "And I can tell you that my story is definitely the least interesting one you'll hear."

"My people are not known for seafaring or seeking the horizon but I have proven to be the exception, at first by necessity and now by choice. I earned the name Long-Strides-Over-Water through my travels and have only respect for those who spend their lives roaming this world by land or by sea. It is a pleasure to meet you. I am Karianamu."

Scerzaq waves. "Name's Scerzaq. Hell of a story, though not one anyone believes. I am from out there." He points towards the stars overhead. "Somehow came here and just trying to survive long enough to try and get home."

Calisro blinks at Faldur, then takes another swig of rum. Must be one of Kreighton Shaine's student. she thinks to herself.

She nods to the other Pathfinders as they give their introductions and then looks to Doven and Aella

"Eh, not much to tell. I'm Doven. I used to cut trees for the lumber company. Then I used to guard the other people cutting trees. Then I got tired of working for the man, man, especially since that consortium is kinda terrible. Didn't really jive with what the Hero tells us to do, y'know? Anyway, I spent some quality time hangin' out by the beach, until I had some cash flow issues, y'know? Now I'm a Pathfinder." With that, he pulls out his his own flask and raises it in salute before taking a swig.

"I'm Aella. I used to live in the woods, but then some people chased me out because they thought I was a witch. I met Doven here and he said I should join the Pathfinders."

Calisro nods and responds

“Excellent! We Horizon Hunters get most excited by exploration. There’s nothing quite like the thrill of knowing you’re somewhere no one else has been in a thousand years! Or even better, finding a place no one has ever seen before. Admittedly, we sometimes get a little overeager to be the first, but that’s all part of the true joy of discovery."

“Since you are a bit new to the Pathfinder Society, I want to give you your first taste of that same thrill. Through that tunnel,” she says, nodding toward a dark hole leading into the hillside, “is an Azlanti ruin where no Pathfinder has ever explored. I have to admit, I’m more than a little jealous!"

“Your job is to explore the area and report your findings to me. Questions?”

"We are here to serve. I have no questions."