paizo.com Recent Gameplay Posts for Price of Immortalitypaizo.com Recent Gameplay Posts for Price of Immortality2022-05-03T23:14:57Z2022-05-03T23:14:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityLoges the Wise (alias of Dorian 'Grey')https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#452022-05-31T12:53:26Z2022-05-31T12:53:26Z<p>The strong smell of freshly laid manure surrounds the Temple of Erastil. The strong impression of community invigorates those bustling about the grounds. The strong loud voices of this community echoes throughout the halls, as the young acolyte bows to the mayor, indicates for him to follow her, and leads him to the fields.
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Father Prasst and Loges are seen freshing up a bit by the main well. Seeing the mayor approaching, both clerics finish washing up, towel their arms and hands, and greet him.</p>
<p><b>Mayor Uptal! Top of the morning to ya. We were just about to head inside for prayer and lunch. Care you to join us? You know Priest Loges? He has been newly raised this last year.</b></p>
<p>Loges smiles at the mayor. His blue eyes shining in the late morning sun.
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<b>Good day, Mayor Uptal. Pleasant blessing of Erastil to you this beautiful morning.</b></p>The strong smell of freshly laid manure surrounds the Temple of Erastil. The strong impression of community invigorates those bustling about the grounds. The strong loud voices of this community echoes throughout the halls, as the young acolyte bows to the mayor, indicates for him to follow her, and leads him to the fields.
Father Prasst and Loges are seen freshing up a bit by the main well. Seeing the mayor approaching, both clerics finish washing up, towel their arms and hands, and greet
...Loges the Wise (alias of Dorian 'Grey')2022-05-31T12:53:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityLoges the Wise (alias of Dorian 'Grey')https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#442022-05-30T22:11:15Z2022-05-30T22:11:15Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>About to start my weekly EC game. I will post late tonight.</span></p>About to start my weekly EC game. I will post late tonight.Loges the Wise (alias of Dorian 'Grey')2022-05-30T22:11:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#432022-05-30T17:14:58Z2022-05-30T17:14:58Z<p>It's late in the morning now, and Mayor Uptal is walking toward the town's temple of Erastil. When he knocks on its wooden doors he is welcomed by a young acolyte. The man asks to see Father Prasst and Loges, so the acolyte asks him to wait while he goes looking for them.</p>It's late in the morning now, and Mayor Uptal is walking toward the town's temple of Erastil. When he knocks on its wooden doors he is welcomed by a young acolyte. The man asks to see Father Prasst and Loges, so the acolyte asks him to wait while he goes looking for them.GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-30T17:14:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityDrehm "Pocks" (alias of Darknessman)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#422022-05-27T13:39:17Z2022-05-27T13:39:17Z<p>It all happens in a whirl of color and sounds. Drehm is aware that there are more people than just him and Mayor Uptal in the tavern, but when the Mayor speaks everything else just becomes a blur. Was he even still awake? Drehm subtly pinches the inside of his forearm while the Mayor speaks to him, careful not to draw blood but the pain is evident—is real. </p>
<p>It's real. It's true. </p>
<p>Upon the Mayor's final words, Drehm straightens his back and bows his head like he's seen the guards do to their superiors. <b>"Yessir, Mr. Mayor, sir!"</b> He still feels ridiculous, out of place, but the swelling of pride in his chest is real. The nerves, the anticipation. It's all real. </p>
<p>When the Major leaves Asina and Trelvar Silver offer their support and well wishes, though Drehm can tell they still can't believe it themselves. Mr. Iggins can't stop smiling though.</p>
<p><b>"How's about a round for your best workers, aye Silvers?"</b> the halfling says as he clambers onto the stool the Mayor once sat at. <b>"Maybe some of that 'special' milk ya got in the back." </b></p>
<p>Mr. Silvers gives Jokes a dour look. <b>"You're about to be working, Iggins. And I'm sure the boy has better things to do on his day off than drink here."</b></p>
<p><b>"Oh, aye, that he does,</b>" Jokes Iggins agrees, tossing a wink Drehm's way.</p>
<p>The half-orc stiffens, now remembering the talk they had just minutes ago. Maybe it would be worth seeing who else would be a part of this? His plan didnt have to change much. He could try finding work at the temple, only now he actually had a topic to start a real conversation with. </p>
<p>With a farewell more optimistic than any of the three in the tavern have heard from Drehm before, the young 'citizen of Kassen' heads out with a new sense of purpose to drive him.</p>It all happens in a whirl of color and sounds. Drehm is aware that there are more people than just him and Mayor Uptal in the tavern, but when the Mayor speaks everything else just becomes a blur. Was he even still awake? Drehm subtly pinches the inside of his forearm while the Mayor speaks to him, careful not to draw blood but the pain is evident--is real.
It's real. It's true.
Upon the Mayor's final words, Drehm straightens his back and bows his head like he's seen the guards do to their...Drehm "Pocks" (alias of Darknessman)2022-05-27T13:39:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#412022-05-27T10:29:05Z2022-05-27T10:29:05Z<p><b>No mistakes, none at all</b> says the mayor, <b>the council thought you should have a chance to prove yourself. We know your life hasn't really been a walk through a flowery field, so we thought you would like to get the chance to show the whole town you're more than meets the eyes.</b></p>
<p>Mayor Uptal pauses for a moment, <b>Asina, may I have a cup of milk? Thank you dear.</b> The man stands up and gets closer to Drehm, <b>don't think we chose you just because you have been less fortunate than others though, we made this choice because we see potential in you, and we are entrusting the town's future in your hands. This is a serious task, understood?</b> He then sits back at the bar, drinking the fresh cup of milk Asina brought him.</p>
<p><b>Well, I have to go now, people to see, places to visits. Everyone, it has been very good to see you all doing well. Drehm, be ready, three days from today, on midday, at the town square.</b> He looks the half-orc dead in the eyes, <b>don't disappoint us.</b> He then takes his leave.</p>No mistakes, none at all says the mayor, the council thought you should have a chance to prove yourself. We know your life hasn't really been a walk through a flowery field, so we thought you would like to get the chance to show the whole town you're more than meets the eyes.
Mayor Uptal pauses for a moment, Asina, may I have a cup of milk? Thank you dear. The man stands up and gets closer to Drehm, don't think we chose you just because you have been less fortunate than others though, we...GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-27T10:29:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityDrehm "Pocks" (alias of Darknessman)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#402022-05-26T18:22:20Z2022-05-26T18:22:20Z<p>The two Silvers appear stunned, unable to react to the Mayor's news. Drehm is much the same, his mouth hanging open and tusks protruding much further than he would normally allow them. He is rocked out of his stupor when a small but firm hand slaps him on the small of his back.</p>
<p><b>"Ya hear that, my boy?!"</b> Jokes Iggins says with a hearty laugh. <b>"It's time! It's finally time! An' you thought it'd never come! Hah!"</b></p>
<p>Drehm closes his mouth, looks to Mr. Iggins and the Mayor, but he is still unable to form words. Of course he thought it wouldnt come. The right to bring back the flame was for citizens of the town. And he wasn't that. At least, he never felt that way. He assumed everyone felt that way. That Mr. Iggins only ever humored him. That the way people avoided him, avoided looking at him, was natural. </p>
<p><b>"Ya..."</b> Drehm starts to say, but has to clear his throat. Even trying to say the words tightens the muscles and makes his eyes sting. <b>"Ya sure ya 'avent made a mistake, Mr. Mayor, sir?"</b></p>
<p><b>"What are ye, daft?"</b> Mr. Iggins declares before the Mayor can answer. <b>"O'course he hasn't made a mistake. Tell 'em, Mayor!"</b></p>
<p>And then everyone turns to the Mayor, watching and waiting with baited breath.</p>The two Silvers appear stunned, unable to react to the Mayor's news. Drehm is much the same, his mouth hanging open and tusks protruding much further than he would normally allow them. He is rocked out of his stupor when a small but firm hand slaps him on the small of his back.
"Ya hear that, my boy?!" Jokes Iggins says with a hearty laugh. "It's time! It's finally time! An' you thought it'd never come! Hah!"
Drehm closes his mouth, looks to Mr. Iggins and the Mayor, but he is still unable...Drehm "Pocks" (alias of Darknessman)2022-05-26T18:22:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#392022-05-26T15:48:43Z2022-05-26T15:48:43Z<p><b>Good morning Drehm, I see you are well</b> says the mayor to the young half-orc, <b>the Silvers here were worried I came her because you may have made some trouble in town, did you young man?</b></p>
<p>Mayor Uptal gives a stern look at Drehm, but then burst into an hearty laugh <b>Ha ha ha, don't worry my boy, I'm not here to punish anyone! In fact, I'm here to announce that you've been chosen as one of the six young men and women who will bring back the Everflame to Kassen! Aren't you excited?</b></p>
<p>As usual the mayro gives everyone some time to react to the news, meanwhile he sits on a stool by the bar.</p>Good morning Drehm, I see you are well says the mayor to the young half-orc, the Silvers here were worried I came her because you may have made some trouble in town, did you young man?
Mayor Uptal gives a stern look at Drehm, but then burst into an hearty laugh Ha ha ha, don't worry my boy, I'm not here to punish anyone! In fact, I'm here to announce that you've been chosen as one of the six young men and women who will bring back the Everflame to Kassen! Aren't you excited?
As usual the...GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-26T15:48:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityDarknessmanhttps://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#382022-05-25T15:28:22Z2022-05-25T13:48:36Z<p>The two Silvers give the Mayor a polite smile, but when he says the name "Drehm" the father and daughter exchange a concerned look. </p>
<p><b>"Morning, Mr. Mayor. Happy to fetch the boy for you but might I ask what this is about? He hasn't made a mess of something outside the tavern has he?"</b></p>
<p>Whatever the Mayor's response, Trelvar Silver's goes into the upstairs room that Jokes and Drehm share and calls for the young half-orc to come meet with the Mayor downstairs. </p>
<p>Drehm is startled by the sudden summons and he and Mr. Iggins share their own look of worry. <b>"Whatever it is I'll be right there with you."</b> Jokes gently pats the back of Drehm's arm, helping to guide the stunned half-orc out the room and down the stairs.</p>
<p>All the while, Drehm can barely hear anything beyond the rush of blood and the pump of his own heart in his ears. As the rounds the stairs and sees the Mayor himself at the bar, he is very near fainting. What had he done? What was going to happen to him? Was he going to jail? Was he going to be kicked out of town?</p>
<p>With all these thoughts running through his head, Drehm can't even form the words to greet the Mayor and simply stands there, painfully awaiting his fate.</p>The two Silvers give the Mayor a polite smile, but when he says the name "Drehm" the father and daughter exchange a concerned look.
"Morning, Mr. Mayor. Happy to fetch the boy for you but might I ask what this is about? He hasn't made a mess of something outside the tavern has he?"
Whatever the Mayor's response, Trelvar Silver's goes into the upstairs room that Jokes and Drehm share and calls for the young half-orc to come meet with the Mayor downstairs.
Drehm is startled by the sudden...Darknessman2022-05-25T13:48:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#372022-05-25T09:22:03Z2022-05-25T09:22:03Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Just before Drahm gets the chance to get out of the Seven Silvers Inn, a well dressed man enters from the front doors. <b>Good morning Trelvar</b> his voice says heartily, <b>getting ready for another day of work? Oh, and good morning to you Asina, always a pleasure to see you.</b></p>
<p>He accosts the bar and asks Mr. Silvers <b>I am looking for one of your waiter, the young Drehm, do you know perhaps where I can find him?</b></p>[Spoiler omitted]
Just before Drahm gets the chance to get out of the Seven Silvers Inn, a well dressed man enters from the front doors. Good morning Trelvar his voice says heartily, getting ready for another day of work? Oh, and good morning to you Asina, always a pleasure to see you.
He accosts the bar and asks Mr. Silvers I am looking for one of your waiter, the young Drehm, do you know perhaps where I can find him?GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-25T09:22:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityKrokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#362022-05-24T17:30:57Z2022-05-24T17:30:57Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">GM Diaz wrote:</div><blockquote><p> <b>Ah, illustrious Lord Vargidan,</b> the mayor bows in front of Maltus and Krokod's mother, <b>it is a real pleasure to see you and your beautiful wife in this fine day!</b></p>
<p>He recompose himself, then answers Maltus' question <b>Yes, Lord Vargidan, it is finally time: we have decided that Krokod is finally ready to be part of this year's group that will bring back the Everflame from Kassen's Tomb!</b>
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</blockquote><p>Krokod braces himself, his folks might just nix this whole thing, well HIS part in it in a desire to protect him or hide his powers full extent or...
<p>Zohreh, Krokod's mother, seems flattered by the courtesy, and a smile that goes all the way to her lovely eyes fills her face at the news offered, <b>"This is a great honor you bestow on our son. Thank you, Mayor."</b></p>
<p>Lord Maltus nods as if not so surprised, <b>"Yes, there is symmetry in this, fire to fire. He as prepared as he is likely to be. I approve."</b></p>
<p>Krokod starts to launch into the reasons they shouldn't say no, <b>"Mother, Father, I'm old enough to do this. Let me prove myself to the town, to myself.. I can do-"</b> Then the teen stops and thinks back on what they said. It wasn't what he expected, <b>"What was that again?"</b></p>
<p><b>"Your father,"</b> Zohreh's smile now includes a look of amusement as well as pride, <b>"Said he approves. And, of course, so do I. Make us proud, my son."</b></p>
<p>Krokod wasn't ready for that , and for once he shuts up and nods. <i>I'm not being treated as a joke OR a threat! Not by family or the townsfolk? I...wow!</i></p>
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Mayor Uptal gives a bit for the three to react at the news, then he says to Krokod <b>You will meet your companions on the fourth day of Neth, three days from now, in the town square when the bells toll midday. Be ready, for a great adventure will await you.</b>
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</blockquote><p><b>"I am SO there!"</b> He gushes, not even thinking to ask who his companions will be.
<p>His father raises a brow at him. His mother 'ahems'.</p>
<p>Krokod coughs into his hand then says more politely, <b>"Thank you, Mayor. I look forward to this and accept the duty with gratitude."</b></p>
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The man then bows another time, <b>Lady Vargidan, I am sorry for having to refuse your offer of beverages, but I have to go now, I still have to visit more citizen this morning. I salute you, Vargidan family, and wish you a very great day.</b> He bows, then sees himself out of the mansion. </blockquote><p>The Vardigans rise. Zohreh giving a bit of a curtsy in return, and Maltus nodding.
<p><b>"Another time, perhaps"</b> Krokod's mother says, <b>"And yes, thank you for coming by to tell us the good news."</b></p>
<p><b>"May the forces of evil become confused on the way to your house,"</b> Maltus nods in what is probably meant as a well wish.</p>
<p>And then, when the Mayor leaves, it's just them!</p>
<p><b>"So proud of you, Krokod, but I wonder who the other companions will be?"</b> Zohreh ponders aloud.</p>
<p><b>"Ack! I forgot to ask"</b> Krokod says then he remembers he was going out anyway, <b>"Can I go out to town now and ask about?"</b></p>
<p><b>"Go, my son,"</b> Maltus nods, <b>"You still have time to get gear and such, so go and ..."</b> a resigned shrug <b>" be peopley."</b></p>
<p>Krokod's father was never very social himself and will likely want a nap after letting the mayor in the house. Non family can be exhausting to the patriarch.</p>
<p><b>"Thank you!"</b> Krokod hugs both his parents, and then heads out again, door closing behind him.</p>
<p>The barrier does nothing to block the "WOOOOO!" sound Krokod gives as he cheers this news outside in the open air.</p>GM Diaz wrote:Ah, illustrious Lord Vargidan, the mayor bows in front of Maltus and Krokod's mother, it is a real pleasure to see you and your beautiful wife in this fine day!
He recompose himself, then answers Maltus' question Yes, Lord Vargidan, it is finally time: we have decided that Krokod is finally ready to be part of this year's group that will bring back the Everflame from Kassen's Tomb!
Krokod braces himself, his folks might just nix this whole thing, well HIS part in it in a...Krokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)2022-05-24T17:30:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#352022-05-24T16:54:46Z2022-05-24T16:54:46Z<p><b>Ah, illustrious Lord Vargidan,</b> the mayor bows in front of Maltus and Krokod's mother, <b>it is a real pleasure to see you and your beautiful wife in this fine day!</b></p>
<p>He recompose himself, then answers Maltus' question <b>Yes, Lord Vargidan, it is finally time: we have decided that Krokod is finally ready to be part of this year's group that will bring back the Everflame from Kassen's Tomb!</b></p>
<p>Mayor Uptal gives a bit for the three to react at the news, then he says to Krokod <b>You will meet your companions on the fourth day of Neth, three days from now, in the town square when the bells toll midday. Be ready, for a great adventure will await you.</b></p>
<p>The man then bows another time, <b>Lady Vargidan, I am sorry for having to refuse your offer of beverages, but I have to go now, I still have to visit more citizen this morning. I salute you, Vargidan family, and wish you a very great day.</b> He bows, then sees himself out of the mansion.</p>Ah, illustrious Lord Vargidan, the mayor bows in front of Maltus and Krokod's mother, it is a real pleasure to see you and your beautiful wife in this fine day!
He recompose himself, then answers Maltus' question Yes, Lord Vargidan, it is finally time: we have decided that Krokod is finally ready to be part of this year's group that will bring back the Everflame from Kassen's Tomb!
Mayor Uptal gives a bit for the three to react at the news, then he says to Krokod You will meet your...GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-24T16:54:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityKrokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#342022-05-23T18:23:43Z2022-05-23T18:23:43Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">GM Diaz wrote:</div><blockquote><p> <b>Oh thank you, dear Krokod, but I'll pass this time. I know how good are your mother's beverages, but I had tea not so long ago, and I don't want to upset my sleep schedule much. You see, if I drink more than one coffee or tea cup per day, my spirit becomes so awakened that I have much troubles keeping at bay at night, and so I can't sleep for the love of Desna!</b> The Mayor lets out a hearty laugh, patting gently the boy on his shoulder <b>I hope your parents won't take long though, I have still a couple of houses to visit this morning, and I wanted to visit them before midday</b> he sits on one of the chairs and waits, adjusting his clothes as if they weren't in perfect order.
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</blockquote><p>Krokod grins but doesn't understand. He's a teenage boy. There's such a thing as too much spirit? Grown people are odd <b>"I understand, mayor"</b> He lies a bit there just to be accommodating, <b>"I can get water if you-"</b> but then he is interrupted.
<p>"We are here, Mayor" and the voice might cause Uptal to jump. Maltus Vargidan and his wife are by his side seemingly appearing out of nowhere.</p>
<p>Krokod doesn't seem fazed. He tripped over an invisible dog earlier. His father vanishing around corners or seemingly just being there is pretty par for the course. He does smile to see them here though. He's eager to learn what's this about. </p>
<p>"What can we do for you, Mayor?" Krokod's mother says, "And if you don't like tea of coffee we can get you water, or milk. We so seldom get guests."</p>
<p>Maltus takes a seat opposite the mayor and stares at the mayor's left ear for a moment, then looks to the man's eyes, "Yes. What brings you? Is it time?"</p>
<p><i>Time for WHAT?</i> Krokod wonders</p>GM Diaz wrote:Oh thank you, dear Krokod, but I'll pass this time. I know how good are your mother's beverages, but I had tea not so long ago, and I don't want to upset my sleep schedule much. You see, if I drink more than one coffee or tea cup per day, my spirit becomes so awakened that I have much troubles keeping at bay at night, and so I can't sleep for the love of Desna! The Mayor lets out a hearty laugh, patting gently the boy on his shoulder I hope your parents won't take long though, I...Krokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)2022-05-23T18:23:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#332022-05-23T18:10:56Z2022-05-23T18:10:56Z<p><b>Oh thank you, dear Krokod, but I'll pass this time. I know how good are your mother's beverages, but I had tea not so long ago, and I don't want to upset my sleep schedule much. You see, if I drink more than one coffee or tea cup per day, my spirit becomes so awakened that I have much troubles keeping at bay at night, and so I can't sleep for the love of Desna!</b> The Mayor lets out a hearty laugh, patting gently the boy on his shoulder <b>I hope your parents won't take long though, I have still a couple of houses to visit this morning, and I wanted to visit them before midday</b> he sits on one of the chairs and waits, adjusting his clothes as if they weren't in perfect order.</p>Oh thank you, dear Krokod, but I'll pass this time. I know how good are your mother's beverages, but I had tea not so long ago, and I don't want to upset my sleep schedule much. You see, if I drink more than one coffee or tea cup per day, my spirit becomes so awakened that I have much troubles keeping at bay at night, and so I can't sleep for the love of Desna! The Mayor lets out a hearty laugh, patting gently the boy on his shoulder I hope your parents won't take long though, I have still a...GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-23T18:10:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityDrehm "Pocks" (alias of Darknessman)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#322022-05-23T04:29:30Z2022-05-23T04:29:30Z<p>Drehm stares at the wavy reflection of his own face. He traces a clawed finger over several of the tattoo lines, and several more over the rough scabs. If it wasn't for those dishes being dropped the other day he'd have the spare coin by now to cover more of his face. Drehm grimaces in annoyance, but quickly looks away when he sees the exposed tusks reflected in the water. </p>
<p><b>"Oi, do all ye halfies take this long to clean dishes?"</b> Mr. Iggins' voice calls from the adjoining living room. He sits back in his rocking chair and blows a puff of smoke from his pipe out a nearby open window. When Drehm looks back to give him a glare, Jokes Iggins is already waiting to return a smile. <b>"You keep dilly-dallying and everyone's gonna find somethin' better ta do, my boy."</b></p>
<p>Drehm grunts in annoyance, but he takes his time coming up with a retort. His gaze lingers back to the bucket of water. <b>"Wha'...What do I even say, Mr. Iggins? I don't even know tha'."</b></p>
<p>Jokes chews on his pipe thoughtfully for a moment. <b>"You wanna get in folks' good graces, start by findin' one who needs somethin'."</b></p>
<p>Drehm gives Jokes an exasperated look. <b>"Wha' could a family o' sorcerers need from someone lie me?"</b></p>
<p>Jokes raises a furry, white brow, the smile growing from behind his pipe. <b>"Why now, I don' remember sayin' a lip about them Vargidans now did I?"</b> The halfling laughs heartily as Drehm flushes red, but quickly recovers so he could continue. <b>"You wantin' ta not embarrass yourself, ya? Start small. You helped ol' Father Prasst at the Temple the other week, didn' ya? Go again, but this time don' just be keeping' yer head down and sayin' nothin'. Talk to 'im. Talk to his boys. Ya gonna mess up, ya gonna make a fool of yerself, so might as well do it before a man of Erastil whose job it is not to judge!"</b></p>
<p>Drehm wanted to interrupted Mr. Iggins a few times during his spiel. For one, the Temple and it's occupants made him uncomfortable. Religion as a whole was something beyond his grasp. And perhaps even worse the last time he had 'helped' it was mucking s$@! for hours for less coin than he made an hour working at the Seven Silvers. But, in a way, Mr. Iggins had a point. Deep down, he didn't mind if the people at the Temple thought less of him and if he made too big of a fool of himself all he had to do was never go back again. Simple. Would make for a great excuse, actually.</p>
<p><b>"Yeh, alrigh',"</b>, Drehm says, sounding more upbeat than he intended. His tone was so light that Jokes stops rocking and takes the pipe out of his mouth to regard the half-orc.</p>
<p><b>"That's my boy!"</b> he exclaims with a laugh. He raises the pipe in the air. <b>"That's my boy! Now get out there before all the good s+&~ gets shoveled!"</b></p>Drehm stares at the wavy reflection of his own face. He traces a clawed finger over several of the tattoo lines, and several more over the rough scabs. If it wasn't for those dishes being dropped the other day he'd have the spare coin by now to cover more of his face. Drehm grimaces in annoyance, but quickly looks away when he sees the exposed tusks reflected in the water.
"Oi, do all ye halfies take this long to clean dishes?" Mr. Iggins' voice calls from the adjoining living room. He sits...Drehm "Pocks" (alias of Darknessman)2022-05-23T04:29:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityBetzolte Ironhame (alias of Archpaladin Zousha)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#312022-05-21T22:30:34Z2022-05-21T22:30:34Z<p>Betzolte trundles off to Holgast's tower and pounds on the door, prompting a snore from inside to cut off abruptly.</p>
<p><b>"I've already done my shopping this week, I don't need anything you're selling!"</b></p>
<p><b>"Master, it's ME!"</b></p>
<p><b>"Oh...Betzolte...Good morning to you...Are you here on time? Usually you're early."</b></p>
<p><b>"I got stopped by Mayor Uptal before I was out the door. I've been selected to help retrieve the Everflame this year!"</b></p>
<p>There's a pause from inside. Betzolte opens the door and heads inside. Holgast stands in front of his chair, clearly having just stood up from it. He strokes his long, white beard; a beard even a dwarf might envy.</p>
<p><b>"Congratulations to you, I suppose! Near as I can figure the ceremony's in four days now...I do NOT want you slacking off in the interim!"</b></p>
<p>Betzolte raises an eyebrow.</p>
<p><b>"Have I ever?"</b></p>
<p><b>"Well, you never know! Some of my older apprentices, they get selected for the Everflame and suddenly they think they're too good for old Master Holgast and his lessons! Like they can take on the whole of Golarion with a few cantrips!"</b></p>
<p>Betzolte frowns and flushes crimson a bit, embarrassed that a thought like that could have crossed her mind, before spinning on her heel to avoid Holgast seeing.</p>
<p><b>"You can start by sweeping out the tower! After that, you can wash out those gourds...dust off those masks..."</b></p>
<p>Holgast trails off as Betzolte moves to get the broom. He'd fall back asleep eventually and he rarely even noticed when these tasks were completed anyway. While she starts sweeping, she thinks about the adventure awaiting her in just a few more days!</p>Betzolte trundles off to Holgast's tower and pounds on the door, prompting a snore from inside to cut off abruptly.
"I've already done my shopping this week, I don't need anything you're selling!"
"Master, it's ME!"
"Oh...Betzolte...Good morning to you...Are you here on time? Usually you're early."
"I got stopped by Mayor Uptal before I was out the door. I've been selected to help retrieve the Everflame this year!"
There's a pause from inside. Betzolte opens the door and heads inside....Betzolte Ironhame (alias of Archpaladin Zousha)2022-05-21T22:30:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityKrokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#302022-05-20T14:20:26Z2022-05-20T14:20:26Z<p><b>"The parlor is this way"</b> He offers. The Parlor... built FOR visitors, is pretty close to the front door. It's small, but elegant, with a few chairs and a tiny table for drinks to be set on. It keeps folks from going deeper in without being rude. He moves in <b>"I'll go get mother and father."</b></p>
<p>And he races off while the Mayor takes a seat. He has no idea what this good news is, but well, he's in curiosity's grip now. </p>
<p>WHen he sees his mother, he says "Mother? The Mayor's here to see you and father ... and me. Some good news?"</p>
<p>Other family members get curious.</p>
<p>"Oh, Krokod, is this about that pie?" His mother sighs.</p>
<p>"What pie?" He lies, then says "No, it's not. Is..father available?" Father is.. odd, goes where he likes, hard to track.</p>
<p>"I believe so.... go on back to the parlor" She prepares a tray of drinks "Bring this to the mayor while you wait. Won't be long."</p>
<p>He takes it, and races back, nearly tripping over the invisible dog "Darn it, Mutt!" but he gets back to the parlor, and says to the Mayor "They'll be here shortly. Care for coffee or tea?"</p>
<p><i>If I don't learn what's going on soon I'm going to DIE</i></p>"The parlor is this way" He offers. The Parlor... built FOR visitors, is pretty close to the front door. It's small, but elegant, with a few chairs and a tiny table for drinks to be set on. It keeps folks from going deeper in without being rude. He moves in "I'll go get mother and father."
And he races off while the Mayor takes a seat. He has no idea what this good news is, but well, he's in curiosity's grip now.
WHen he sees his mother, he says "Mother? The Mayor's here to see you and...Krokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)2022-05-20T14:20:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#292022-05-20T13:57:05Z2022-05-20T13:57:05Z<p><b>Oh well, why don't you go find your parents? I want them to be present to hear about the good news I'm bringing</b> the Mayor winks at Krokod in a friendly way, <b>I'll wait here, in the entrance, unless you want to show me another room where we can all talk for a bit.</b></p>Oh well, why don't you go find your parents? I want them to be present to hear about the good news I'm bringing the Mayor winks at Krokod in a friendly way, I'll wait here, in the entrance, unless you want to show me another room where we can all talk for a bit.GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-20T13:57:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityKrokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#282022-05-20T12:10:58Z2022-05-20T12:10:58Z<p><b>"No magical incidents"</b> Krokod assures. Deciding that non magical incidents, such as getting friendly with more than one village girl, or 'borrowing' a pie left outside to cool didn't count.</p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Quote:</div><blockquote>I'm glad that you're making progress in handling your gift, Krokod. Magic means great powers, an with great powers come great responsibilities, my uncle used to say, Pharasma bless his soul. The man sighs, looking melancholily at the ground, then after a moment he shows his ample smile to Krokord again Anyway, you have a great power in you, and you can use it for anything you want. Kassen would be honored to count you as one of its heroes in the future, an example of devotion and loyalty for the future generations.</blockquote><p><i>He sounds a bit like my older family members</i> He realizes at the talk of using magic responsibly but the comment he could use it for anything he wants, that sinks in <i>I like the idea of being a hero. I ... don't want to use it to be a jerk. I'm better than that. At least, I'd like to be better.</i>
<p>Finally Krokod says <b>"I'd like a chance to prove myself, Mayor. I know my family is weird, but none of us are monsters. How can I help you?"</b></p>"No magical incidents" Krokod assures. Deciding that non magical incidents, such as getting friendly with more than one village girl, or 'borrowing' a pie left outside to cool didn't count.
Quote:I'm glad that you're making progress in handling your gift, Krokod. Magic means great powers, an with great powers come great responsibilities, my uncle used to say, Pharasma bless his soul. The man sighs, looking melancholily at the ground, then after a moment he shows his ample smile to Krokord...Krokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)2022-05-20T12:10:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#272022-05-20T11:20:26Z2022-05-20T11:20:26Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Krokod Firetongue wrote:</div><blockquote> <b>"And if it's about something bad I didn't do it."</b> </blockquote><p><b>Oh, nothing bad young Krokod, don't worry. It has been a while since your last "incident", is it not?</b> The Mayor asks curiously at the boy, his benevolent smile always present on his round face.
<p><b>I'm glad that you're making progress in handling your gift, Krokod. Magic means great powers, an with great powers come great responsibilities, my uncle used to say, Pharasma bless his soul.</b> The man sighs, looking melancholily at the ground, then after a moment he shows his ample smile to Krokord again <b>Anyway, you have a great power in you, and you can use it for anything you want. Kassen would be honored to count you as one of its heroes in the future, an example of devotion and loyalty for the future generations.</b></p>Krokod Firetongue wrote:"And if it's about something bad I didn't do it."
Oh, nothing bad young Krokod, don't worry. It has been a while since your last "incident", is it not? The Mayor asks curiously at the boy, his benevolent smile always present on his round face. I'm glad that you're making progress in handling your gift, Krokod. Magic means great powers, an with great powers come great responsibilities, my uncle used to say, Pharasma bless his soul. The man sighs, looking melancholily...GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-20T11:20:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityDurst Logan (alias of Ruin Explorer)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#262022-05-19T22:15:53Z2022-05-19T22:14:13Z<p><b>Well, I’m glad someone is excited,</b> Durst says after Betzolte leaves. <b>Well, I bet it doesn’t excuse me from work today.</b> He looks towards Braggar as if hopeful, but clearly sees he’s not getting off today. <b>Okay. What am I working on today?</b></p>
<p>Durst heads to get the forge going, setting up tools, and getting other gear ready. He does it by habit, thinking instead of the news. He couldn’t believe it! <i>Retrieving the Everflame. Sure, as a kid I would daydream about it, but what kid in Kassen doesn’t? After the past couple of years, I never imagined I get to go. Seems to good to be true.</i> The forge flares as Durst carelessly tends it. <b>Erastil’s bow!</b> he yells as jumps back. Then, he angrily punches a post for being so absentminded. <i>Yeah. I’m going to do real well on this quest,</i> he thinks with a sigh.</p>Well, I’m glad someone is excited, Durst says after Betzolte leaves. Well, I bet it doesn’t excuse me from work today. He looks towards Braggar as if hopeful, but clearly sees he’s not getting off today. Okay. What am I working on today?
Durst heads to get the forge going, setting up tools, and getting other gear ready. He does it by habit, thinking instead of the news. He couldn’t believe it! Retrieving the Everflame. Sure, as a kid I would daydream about it, but what kid in Kassen doesn’t?...Durst Logan (alias of Ruin Explorer)2022-05-19T22:14:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityBetzolte Ironhame (alias of Archpaladin Zousha)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#252022-05-18T00:24:13Z2022-05-18T00:24:13Z<p>Betzolte stands agape at the news and then makes an excited squeal.</p>
<p><b>"YES! YesyesyesyesYES! I've waited YEARS to be chosen for this duty!"</b></p>
<p>She bounces up and down with delight, not unlike a ball. Braggar rolls his eyes a bit.</p>
<p><b>"Now you've done it, Uptal...she'll be insufferable until the actual ceremony now."</b></p>
<p><b>"He doesn't get it, Mr. Mayor. I've watched the human lads and lasses of this town get picked for this for DECADES now! And it's only now that I'm finally considered old enough to participate! Honor our history and our community! Oh, wait until Holgast hears!"</b></p>
<p>Once the Mayor departs, and Durst asks his question, Betzolte gives him a smirk.</p>
<p><b>"The retrieval of the Everflame is a way for Kassen's people to remember their bonds to each other, how it all started and how it'll continue on as each new generation finds the flame. You're part of Kassen's people too, so it's only fair. I've been wanting to do this for years, to show I'm as much a child of Kassen as all you humans. Father sometimes acts like he's apart from the rest of the community because of our dwarfishness."</b></p>
<p><b>"I'm RIGHT HERE, y'know, Lass!"</b> Braggar barks. <b>"Get on off to yer master an' do your wizardin'. Logan, you get them bellows going. I want that forge ROARIN'!"</b></p>
<p>With that, Betzolte tromps off, heading to the edge of town where Holgast's tower stands.</p>Betzolte stands agape at the news and then makes an excited squeal.
"YES! YesyesyesyesYES! I've waited YEARS to be chosen for this duty!"
She bounces up and down with delight, not unlike a ball. Braggar rolls his eyes a bit.
"Now you've done it, Uptal...she'll be insufferable until the actual ceremony now."
"He doesn't get it, Mr. Mayor. I've watched the human lads and lasses of this town get picked for this for DECADES now! And it's only now that I'm finally considered old enough to...Betzolte Ironhame (alias of Archpaladin Zousha)2022-05-18T00:24:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityDurst Logan (alias of Ruin Explorer)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#242022-05-17T22:18:01Z2022-05-17T22:18:01Z<p>After the mayor leaves, Durst asks Betzolte to stay for a moment to discuss the news.</p>
<p><b>Why would the mayor want me to go retrieve the Everflame? You I can see, Betzolte, but I’m likely to bring the whole crypt down. Not that I’m disappointed, just surprised!</b> Then after a moment of thinking, he adds, <b>He said that there are four others. I wonder who.</b></p>After the mayor leaves, Durst asks Betzolte to stay for a moment to discuss the news.
Why would the mayor want me to go retrieve the Everflame? You I can see, Betzolte, but I’m likely to bring the whole crypt down. Not that I’m disappointed, just surprised! Then after a moment of thinking, he adds, He said that there are four others. I wonder who.Durst Logan (alias of Ruin Explorer)2022-05-17T22:18:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityKrokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#232022-05-17T20:16:17Z2022-05-17T20:16:17Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">GM Diaz wrote:</div><blockquote><p> •• spoiler omitted ••</p>
<p>As Krokod gets his fresh air after what seemed months of imprisonment he sees the silhouette of the town's Mayor approaching his house. The man waves at the youngling as he comes closer, <b>Good morning young Krokod, how are you doing today?</b> Mayor Uptal asks extending his hand in greeting, <b>Are your parents home? I would like to chat with them. And you, of course</b> the man eversimiling face is waiting for Krokod's answer.
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</blockquote><p>Krokod's eyes light up to see the Mayor. Not that he was particularly fond of the fellow but he always seemed nice enough.. for an elder, and it was interaction with non family.
<p><b>"Mayor Uptal,"</b> He takes the man's hand in what he hopes is a manly but not so macho as to seem insecure grip and shakes it, <b>"Yes, well, father was seen earlier today but he can be hard to keep track of. He should be inside. If he's not, mother surely is."</b> Indeed, his mother is easy to note. Not many keleshites in this part of the world.</p>
<p>Of course, this means his escape is somewhat reversed. He'll have to go back to family if he has this talk. Still, curiosity is stronger than escape, and the Mayor isn't acting worried he'll catch fire so that's better than some folks in the village. <b>"here, let me escort you in to find them."</b></p>
<p>And he guides the mayor to their estate entry, opens the door to call out <b>"MOTHER? It's Krokod! The Mayor is here, he hopes to talk to you and father!"</b> a beat <b>"With me."</b> Realization this might not be a GOOD Call sinks in <b>"And if it's about something bad I didn't do it."</b></p>
<p>There, that base is covered.</p>GM Diaz wrote:** spoiler omitted **
As Krokod gets his fresh air after what seemed months of imprisonment he sees the silhouette of the town's Mayor approaching his house. The man waves at the youngling as he comes closer, Good morning young Krokod, how are you doing today? Mayor Uptal asks extending his hand in greeting, Are your parents home? I would like to chat with them. And you, of course the man eversimiling face is waiting for Krokod's answer.
Krokod's eyes light up to see the...Krokod Firetongue (alias of Ridge)2022-05-17T20:16:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityGM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#222022-05-17T17:31:00Z2022-05-17T17:31:00Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>As Krokod gets his fresh air after what seemed months of imprisonment he sees the silhouette of the town's Mayor approaching his house. The man waves at the youngling as he comes closer, <b>Good morning young Krokod, how are you doing today?</b> Mayor Uptal asks extending his hand in greeting, <b>Are your parents home? I would like to chat with them. And you, of course</b> the man eversimiling face is waiting for Krokod's answer.</p>[Spoiler omitted]
As Krokod gets his fresh air after what seemed months of imprisonment he sees the silhouette of the town's Mayor approaching his house. The man waves at the youngling as he comes closer, Good morning young Krokod, how are you doing today? Mayor Uptal asks extending his hand in greeting, Are your parents home? I would like to chat with them. And you, of course the man eversimiling face is waiting for Krokod's answer.GM Diaz (alias of Diaz Ex Machina)2022-05-17T17:31:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: [Gameplay] GM Diaz' Price of ImmortalityLoges the Wise (alias of Dorian 'Grey')https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivmgm/gameplay#212022-05-17T13:55:38Z2022-05-17T13:55:38Z<p>As the sun continues to shine down on then this frosty morning, Loges and Father Prasst continue to work the Temple's fields. The cool breeze stirs the standing hairs on the young cleric's arms as he lays the manure down. Smiling and swelling with pride at the bounty Erastil provided this harvest for town, Loges thanks the god by doing his works.</p>
<p>Father Prasst looks fondly at his student. Turning of age this next month, Loges has been fostered at the Temple when Father Prasst took over from the previous Priest. Being only a few years the acolyte's senior, theirs was more an older brother relationship than father/son.</p>
<p>Which is suddenly quite evident by the <i>mysterious</i> sound of flying poop coming his way!</p>
<p><b>Loges, I am almost positive that the manure goes on the ground and not in the air!</b></p>
<p>The youth smiles at his mentor. His dirty blonde hair flying in every direction, as the wind reintroduces itself.
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<b>Oops! Must of gotten away from me...</b></p>
<p>They both laugh and enjoy the work....</p>As the sun continues to shine down on then this frosty morning, Loges and Father Prasst continue to work the Temple's fields. The cool breeze stirs the standing hairs on the young cleric's arms as he lays the manure down. Smiling and swelling with pride at the bounty Erastil provided this harvest for town, Loges thanks the god by doing his works.
Father Prasst looks fondly at his student. Turning of age this next month, Loges has been fostered at the Temple when Father Prasst took over from...Loges the Wise (alias of Dorian 'Grey')2022-05-17T13:55:38Z