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Saratur moves closer to the bar keeping an eye on the elf.

"Will we wait when she finishes? She seems to have enough money, to pay off the bar owner."

Vitellius hurries over to the far side of the casino and picks a perfect vantage point to witness the Starfinders in action. He whispers to Cambot, [small]"If there's a fight or she runs, let's hope that giant statue is in the scene--it'd make a perfect backdrop for an action scene!"[/small]

Kiikarah moves closer to get a better view of the action at her table.

He messages the others, "It looks like she currently has enough to cover her tab back home. Perhaps we should suggest she quite while she is ahead."

Vanecarsys celebrates with a fist pump as she takes another hand and the counter rises again. She doesn't appear to be in a rush to leave just yet.

Just checking in. Once I get some kind of consensus (wait vs confront) we'll keep motoring. Seems to be a vote for each

Perhaps one person will sit down to her as a player and start talking about recent scams, threatening the arrival of stewards? And the others -like me- will be on hand if she tries to run away?

Vitellius provides voice-over commentary to Cambot in a low volume. "And here we see the challenges of being a Starfinder. Lacking the lawful authority of the Stewards, what will happen if they provoke violence in the casino? Yet can they allow this master of disguise to escape and forfeit their bounty? Operating in a gray area of the law, Starfinders aren't quite cops and aren't quite criminals."

Vitellius asks Cambot to zoom in to see if Vanecarsys is armed.

Saratur hears different ideas from his co-scamers.

"Ok, on it."

Saratur takes a place at the table, they don't have platforms that would support him. If credstick is needed Saratur would obtain one

Saratur reaches for the cards with his fin. "Hmm, hmm. Nice, nice. How about I make this game more pleasant by sharing a story that I heard. In one of the Absalom bars I stumbled upon a patron who told me of an intriguing scam. A dwarf enter the establishment flashing some rare minerals, saying how lucky he was. Right after he started to sell shares in this business, as he collected some money, that dwarf, a witty runt, began a fight and vanished. With cash of course"

Saratur moves his big head with giant tusks across the table watching at other players

"The dwarf was never to be seen again, some say that he entered restrooms, but never came out. However other patrons saw a tall elf woman leaving, blonde hair, witty eyes, undercut hair, earrings."

Saratur looks to the other side of table

"Apparently the bartender said that if the dwarf would show up and give back the money, no charges will be filed."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24

The Elven woman focuses on her cards as Saratur tells his story, and goes rigid as he describes the culprit.

"Is this how you get into the minds of other players, by accusing them of crimes? It's a bold strategy." she responds with a short laugh. She folds her hand and removes her credstick from the table. "I do apologise for this person's tasteless sense of humor." She tells the other patrons at the table as she stands up to leave.

She moves to the bar as if to order a drink and waits for you to approach her. "What is it that you want...your money back? I had to pull those scams. I needed the credits."

I feel at home. There are so many dark stories in my home dark world... - a green scaly hand holds a glass of whiskey, cold eyes are barely visible from under the hood, croaking voice sounds unpleasant - I've heard a lot of similar stories, but for the collection I want a new one from the Pact Worlds. So, why did you have to do these scams, why did you need money?

Saratur finishes the game and stands up "Cards were cold, enjoy the game"

he moves to the bar and orders a drink

"We came for the money, but please entertain us with the story."

Kiikarah will move closer to the bar, watching for threats and keeping an eye on the exits. He'll stay out of the discussion with the elf.

Vanecarsys pauses, considering her options. "Look, it's.. it's a private matter. If I could win a few more credits I could cover any damages, as well as pay for...." She trails off. "Look, I'll make this easy for you. I've got to get back to Absolom with this credstick. I'll come with you, but we can't go to the authorities. I'll do what I can to make this right"

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Antethriss shrugs his shoulders and waiting for what his comrades will do. Upsetting.

Disappointed by the lack of action so far, Vitellius moves over to Kiikarah for a quick interview. "So now you've got her, but it's clear she's going to do a runner the second she gets a chance. How do Starfinders secure prisoners? Old-fashioned manacles? Exotic alien tech from The Vast?"

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23

Sense motive: 1d20 + 3 + 1d6 ⇒ (9) + 3 + (2) = 14

Saratur sips his drink.

"Look, if you come with us willingly we will not inform authorities. But if you will try to trick us, we will take you down. We found you fairly easily, we will do it again if we need to. But then we will not be that gentle"

"Prisoners are secured with binders and turned over to the Stewards," say Kiikarah casually, while not taking his eyes of the elf.

As Vanecarsys begins to nod her approval to Saratur, a voice breaks through the crowd.

"Hand over the Elf." You turn to look and see 5 tough looking characters who have emerged from the service area, and have set their sights on Vanecarsys.

Security, who has been watching you the entire time in case you needed help with the alleged cheater, springs into action. As they move in on the new threat, the gang rushes them. Each security guard is attacked by a gang member, leaving two who look to charge at you.

The first gang member closes the distance towards your group, pistol raised. He lets loose a shot towards Saratur, striking him for 4 damage. At this first gunshot, the gambling crowd's bewilderment turns to panic as they all scream and start to flee from the area.

Initative: bold to act
Red
Vitellius
Kiikarah
Antethriss
Green
Security & Gang
Saratur -4sp
Vanecarsys

Vitellius, I didn't add a initiative modifier to your roll, but it didn't seem to hurt you. Could you update your tagline please

Kiikarah jumps into the air and heads towards the first thug red. He pulls out his taclash and swings.

Entropic strike vs EAC via the reach of the taclash.
Entropic Strike: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9
Damage (acid): 1d3 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

"Breaking News! This is Vitellius Korpopolis for ASNN. The main gaming floor of the Venture Solaris casino has seen a firefight break out between a Starfinder bounty hunting team and a group of apparent gang members." Cambot records the scene as Vitellius moves closer to one of the gang members, microphone extended. "Sir, it's clear you're outgunned and outmatched. What are you hoping to achieve today?"

Trying to demoralize the closest thug.

Intimidate (demoralize): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28

Resolving in initiative order

The first attacker slows his pace towards your group as if stunned. His eyes settle on Cambot. It is as if a deep seeded stage fright is suddenly activated. "The...uh... We're going for the bounty..." he stammers as Vitellius advances with the microphone.

Red is shaken for 3 rounds, -2 all around.

As the ganger is distracted, Kiikarah leaps into action and whips him, causing an acidic wound.

Made contact with the shaken condition. Antethriss may act.

In the interest of moving things along, I'm going to make my actions with the rest of the gang. What I was going to do shouldn't have any affect on Antethriss' turn. Unless your intention was to double move to green and get stabbed.

The casino floor is a storm of noise as the gang members and security clash in hand to hand combat. Only one security guard misses with his battle glove while all the gang members land deep slashes with their knives.
Another gang member advances towards you, trying to keep the gaming table in between them as they take aim and fire at Kiikarah, grazing him with a shot for 2 damage.

Initative: bold to act
Red
Vitellius
Kiikarah -2sp
Antethriss
Green
Security & Gang
Saratur -4sp
Vanecarsys

Saratur roars with pain after being shot.

"Stay here Vanecarsys!"

He moves closer to red thug and tries to bite them with his massive tusks

Tusks@red vs KAC: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18
Damage, piercing: 1d3 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

Saratur as a large creature has reach

Finally! Entropy and chaos will devour this place. - with grim determination and a lousy grin, Antethriss moves forward and hits the nearest bandit who mumbles something into the camera at this moment.

Entropic Strike: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (3) + 5 = 81d3 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4 - Acid vs EAC

...or at least trying to hit. This blow that sweeps past the bandit's face looks strange, as if it is blurred, and those who are watching this carefully experience the feeling that the fist seems to distort the space around in the process of movement.

(I'm sorry for the delay)

As Antethriss and Saratur close in on one of the Gangers, their combined blows bring their target to the ground.

They have a pretty sad EAC, and Vitellius gets the MVP of this round for bringing the targets EAC down again and making those blows connect. No problem on the delay Antethriss, I didn't want to bot anyone first round so I could do this guilt free.

"Stay here Vanecarsys!"

Vanecarsys watches the battle erupt, and sees her opportunity.

"Sorry fellas, Shuttles leaving!" she calls as she takes off at a full sprint.

Vanecarsys has escaped into the busy casino! You survey the scene and see that security is looking sliced and bloodied, and the gang may have the upper hand on them if you leave to chase her.

Initative: bold to act
Red
Vitellius
Kiikarah -2sp
Antethriss
Green
Security & Gang
Saratur -4sp
Vanecarsys

The dark cape flutters on the move when draelik rushes to his next target before the body of the previous opponent overturned on the table has stopped sliding.

Entropic Strike : 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 161d3 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5 - Acid vs EAC vs Green

Kiikarah turns in the air and flies over to the other gang member.

Entropic strike vs EAC via the reach of the taclash.
Entropic Strike: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14
Damage (acid): 1d3 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

Vitellius jumps up on the gaming table, scattering cards and chits everywhere, as he continues to narrate. "Scenes of violence and bloodshed today as the Starfinders trounce their foes! If the Starfinders don't hold back, these gang members might be slaughtered!"

Let's try an Intimidate (demoralize) on Green.

Intimidate (demoralize): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (4) + 10 = 14

Green doesn't seem phased by the camera turning on him, or having had two blows make solid contact on him. He pulls his survival knife and lashes out at Antethriss, but his blade fails to find cloak or green scales.

The rest of the battle around you rages on, with the security guard to the north landing a devastating blow and bringing his opponent to the ground. Having seen almost all half their gang fall, one shouts "We lost the elf, let's get out of here while we still can!"

I'm going to end initiative here, unless Saratur wants to take his action to finish off green. If you choose to do so just start off your next post with your combat action.

As the gang turns to flee from both you and security, the lead Guard calls over "Go, get the target! We've got this handled!"

You rush from the VIP section to the main casino floor, where the chaos of combat doesn't seem to have caused any disturbance over the noise of gaming tables and smooth jazz.

We are in a chase mechanic - Vanecarsys has a decent lead. There are a series of challenges to overcome to close the gap or lose Vanecarsys. For each challenge, one PC may attempt the check, and all else can attempt to aid.

There's no sign of which direction Vanecarsys went, and there are multiple exits to the casino she could be headed for. Maybe someone in the crowd saw something.

Need a successful Diplomacy or Survival check

"ASNN brings the news to you with Eyewitness News!" Cambot zooms in as Vitellius rushes over to a random bystander. "Excuse me sir, how do you feel about the random acts of violence you've witnessed this evening?"

I'll try to Aid Another.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23

"Coming through! Clear a path!"

Diplomacy (aid): 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (16) - 1 = 15

Survival: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9

Draelik, with the look of a vulture that is about to rush at its prey, surveys the casino space from the VIP section. But the pause drags on and it becomes clear that he does not yet know where to rush.

Nah I will leave the green go

Saratur will ask around "Where did the elf chick go? Like yay tall, couple of earrings."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14

Ugh

Several people point off into a busy section of the casino as you ask around but one man pipes up. "There was a dwarf rushing past me that way, spilled my drink"
Between you and your destination is a swirling mass of gamblers, servers with drink trays gaming tables and machines. You'll have to make your way through (or over) the obstacles in your way to close the gap.

Athletics or Acrobatics checks please, one lead check and some assists again.

Encumbered by the heavy protective "war correspondent" clothing that ASNN makes him wear while on assignment, Vitellius does his best to keep up with the chase!

I'll *try* to assist :)

Acrobatics (Aid Another): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8

Athletics (aid): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (6) + 7 = 13

Saratur tries to make way for his allies, he pushes his large body and shoves people with his fins. "Comming through!"

Acrobatics: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26

Kiikarah leads the way, taking to the air as needed.

You make good time through the busy casino floor and enter a new section through a small opening. It's not as busy as the area you just moved through, and the mood here is calm and relaxed. People mill about around gambling machines. You suspect the astrazoan you've been chasing has changed forms again and is hidden here in plain sight.

A successful perception check to spot someone acting out of the ordinary, or a bluff check to trick Vanecarsys into revealing themselves.

Kiikarah turns from side to side scanning the room.

Perception (aid): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15

Vitellius trains his journalist's eyes for anything out of place.

I'll also try to Aid Another.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21

Perception: 1d20 + 5 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 5 + 2 + 2 = 24

Draelik finally notices his victim. A little to the left, at one-armed pirates - you read the message in your communit.

Saratur does what he does best, lie

"Ok, I think we lost her"

Deception, aid: 1d20 + 7 + 1d6 ⇒ (19) + 7 + (3) = 29

You manage to pick out Vanecarsys from the crowd. You spot them as a dawrf standing in front of a gambling machine and pulling the lever without any reaction from the machine. They begin moving again as you close in, walking and first, then breaking into a dash towards a service area door. You reach the door just as it crashes closed in your face. A clunk of the locking mechanism can be heard, then footsteps rushing off again.

Engineering or Sleight of Hand

Vitellius rushes after Vanecarsys, gathering footage just like those trashy reporters get when they chase down consumer fraudsters in the street! But when she escapes beyond the door, he can only yell "Cut!" to Cambot and pound at the door in frustration.

Unfortunately, I'm not trained in either of those skills (which is a little embarrassing considering how many skill ranks envoys get!).

Kiikarah pulls out his engineering kit and gets to work on the door.

Engineering: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22

"I think I got it." Hope I got it

You got it

Kiikarah wastes no time popping the door open, Vanecarsys is barely stepping out of the room to an exterior door. You continue chasing them, and realise you're headed back to one of the shuttle terminals. The four of you easily overtake Vanecarsys with no more obstacles in your path. Realising that the game is up, they raise their hands in surrender. The dwarf form gives way to their natural form Photo on slides.

"Alright, alright. You got me. I had to try. It's my adopted mother. I have to get back to Absolom to see her in the hospital. I can afford her treatment now. Without it she'll die. That's why I had to go through all this. I know you have no reason to believe me at this point, but please, you can take me to the hospital. Just let me pay for her treatment."

You guys will have to decide that to do next. Pay for her treatment, or refuse and turn them over to Trazhi. Either way she has agreed to accompany you back onto the shuttle for Absolom.

Saratur looks at her. "You are coming with us, we will visit that hospital of yours and decide what to do next."

Saratur is soft like butter so yeah he votes to pay for the treatment.

"A fascinating new development. The shapechanger accused of theft has claimed her crimes are motivated by love! A real-life sob-story or another crooked con? Will the Starfinder Society give her a hug or their hard-earned credits? Stay tuned for updates, here on ASNN!"