Game Master S's "Year of Redemption's Rise" [1-4] (Inactive)

Game Master Chris Marsh

Giovanni's gambit works, as it leaves the foe making a face when he gets shot. Unfortunately for the ysoki, it's the slightest of hits.

Round 3:
Rowdy Randy: Go
Giovanni: Hit
Magnok-704 (SP: 7/14): Go
Leader: TBD
Sorros (SP: 3/10): TBD

Magnok settles himself and fires at the bug! His drone continues as well, but the weapon cleaning system accidentally activates and hinders the shot from Tarkus.

Magnok's Laser Pistol vs. EAC: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21
Fire Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3

Tarkus Tactical Pistol vs. KAC: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7
Piercing Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 3

Magnok-704's shot is enough! The sovereign ruler falls to the ground, choking out some final words, "The king is dead. Long live the king."

Now it's a simple matter to clear the room. The question is only how well.

Everyone needs to make 1 check. Your options are Athletics, Engineering, or Perception. This is my last post until morning, so hopefully everyone gets theirs in!

Athletics: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (15) + 10 = 25

Sorros puts his back into some work.

Athletics: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (15) + 5 = 20

"An Ysoki's job is never done." grumbles Giovanni, as he starts working on getting things straightened out... with SCIENCE!

engineering: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (14) + 14 = 28

Engiineering: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (8) + 9 = 17

"How is it that a small ysoki can do engineering like that?"

Still working by flashlight, the party moves everything around. It's a thorough job too; you find a basic imaginarium projector and a Relaxu!

There's a bit of space left to check out, and pawer hasn't been restored, but you're free to go about as you wish.

”No power yet? Maybe we should take care of that? I could hook something up, easy. Just splice off the main line…”

Second only to reversing the polarity, splicing is the Starfinder go to. In no time Giovanni gets power restored!

The party's comms soon light up as Ziggy says they're coming to you to congratulate you on a job well done.

Soon the doors whoosh open. Ziggy is joined by the head of the Dataphiles, Celita and Camelia.

“My goodness, this space will be perfect!” Zigvigix exclaims aloud. “I can’t thank you enough for your help. We’re really going to do some good here, and I hope you come back and visit us once the lounge is up and running.”

Ziggy draws you a little closer and speaks telepathically. “This means a great deal to me. It’s no secret that, in recent years, the Society hasn’t always taken good care of its agents. I don’t mean to blame anybody—it’s been a nonstop barrage, and we’ve barely had time to catch our breath. But, well, I thought it was important that somebody started speaking up, and people seem to listen to me still. If any of you ever need anything, please don’t hesitate to seek the Advocates’ help. That’s all we want to do—provide help! And if you’d like to help too, well, the more the merrier!”

Zigvigix chuckles as they wheel away. “We could always use more members!”

Celita adds something as you're heading out for a break (and a good meal.)

"Hey, you know you should hit the main lecture hall before you call it a day. I know you're only somewhat new, but you should go listen to Charla Ritzpan. Starts in an hour. You won't be disappointed!"

Will advance one it looks like the Americans are back from the holiday.

"Who is Charla Ritzpan? Why should we listen to her lecture?"

'Aw, damn. I joined the Starfinder Society 'cause my bro told me I wouldn't have to go to all the classes.'

"Oh, and Magnok, it's 'cause we can get into all the tight places with ease, unlike you bigguns!"

Randy brushes his fur just in case there are cameras at this lecture that might catch his celebrity cameo appearance.

Sorros speaks with slight stammer, "Glad to be of service Zig, Ziggy!"

"Celita, I am Magnok 704 at your service and the service of the Dataphiles. I am honored to meet you!"

"If you don't know, you should DEFINITELY go see her. She's a singer, and it's the confirmation for some new agents. You should definitely go hear her. Hurry!"

Celita adds, "And it's nice to meet you too Magnok!"

Advancing to maintain momentum.

The party says their goodbyes, and then heads for the auditorium. About halfway there a small crowd has gathered in the hallway, surrounding two individuals who are arguing fiercely.

“And I’m tellin’ you, it’s just too dangerous!” shouts the dwarven Starfinder at the center of the circle. The sword strapped to their back clanks against their old-fashioned, metal armor as they move. “Have you learned nothin’ over the past year?”

The lanky verthani opposite the dwarf scoffs. “It can’t be denied that the events of the Data Scourge were a travesty.” Several cybernetic augmentations whirr and flash as he speaks, including a prominent datajack on his right temple. “However, to completely shun any form of innovation is simply folly.”

“I ain’t shunnin’ innovation, you tech-head,” the dwarf retorts, shaking their head. They look about the crowd. “Come ‘ere, you lot. You look like you know what you’re about. Settle this for us, will ya’?”

You have a chance to calm this debate before it erupts into outright aggression and further splinters the Starfinder Society. You don’t have to agree or disagree with either side and may play either side of the debate as you wish.

Faelin points out that their clan was kept prisoner by a malevolent AI for centuries, and they’ve heard rumors that a similar AI was behind the Data Scourge. “If your technology is so great, how come it keeps tryin’ to hurt people?”

You can calm them down in a few ways. Diplomacy to parry this argument;
Computers or Engineering to discuss the unique circumstances behind each of those AI-related incidents. PCs who completed Starfinder Society Scenario #1-09: Live Adventure Extreme! or any metaplot scenario from the Year of the Data Scourge gain a +2 circumstance bonus to these skill checks. (The metaplot scenarios from Year of the Data Scourge are Intro: Year of the Data Scourge, #4-03: Battle for the Beacon, #4-04: Mission Not Found, #4-07: A Haven for Scourged Machines, #4-10: The Way In, #4-11: A World’s Ambition, #4-13: Hard Reset, #4-15: Feuding Faiths, and #4-16: Hope for the Future).

Sorros attempts to make an argument, knowing this isn't his strength "Well ... I mean anything strong enough tool, technology, spell can be used to harm someone?" but wilts a little as he talks.

Diplomacy: 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (2) - 1 = 1

Magnok tries discuss the unique circumstances behind each of those AI-related incidents.

Engineering: 1d20 + 9 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 9 + 2 = 22

"I'll admit that some mistakes happened in the creation of the 7200 hyper speed processor, but they solved most of those problems in the reboot of the accelerator chip."

My -703 earned the chronicle sheet for #4-13 Hard Reset, so I included the +2 bonus.

"Rowdy Randy might just look like a musclebound adonis to you, but I went to school. I have opinions on stuff."

Engineering: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (12) + 5 = 17

After Soros, Randy's point seems positively genius, but it's Magnok-704 who moves the debate.

Markosi concedes that yes, those AI were certainly a problem, but technology isn’t inherently evil. “Technology is a tool, just like your clan’s mining picks,” he pontificates. “It’s not about what it is, but about who uses it. Evil will always exist in the universe, and without technology, how will we defend ourselves?”

They're still dangerously close to boiling over into violence. You can use Diplomacy to parry this argument; Intimidate or Profession (soldier, mercenary, or similar) to discuss other forms of defense; or Mysticism to discuss magical solutions to problems.

Sorros attempts to delve into topics around defense of technology "I mean, well. Technology allows massive protection for folks too! There are places we just couldn't exist" try to look out of a window to show the expanse of space as example, but sees none around him "without, ahhh, 'technology'."

Again .his voice fades

TBD: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6

Giovanni starts "rat-splaining" all the technical reasons why the Data Scourge was a unique event, and that it shouldn't happen again.

engineering: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (19) + 14 = 33

"You two need to pipe down. You are bothering everyone with your pointless arguing. Time to shake hands and shut your traps."

Intimidate: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23

The yoski boys take a similar tone, and it's enough to move the conversation forward, but Giovanni's argument is the key as neither seems ready to shake hands or shut any traps.

Faelin grumbles before reminding Markosi that technology is but one tool of many. “Any miner worth their salt isn’t just relyin’ on their pick,” they say. “They’re watchin’ their back themselves, talkin’ with their clan’s priests to keep ‘em safe, and surveyin’ the ground before they even start diggin’. You’re just askin’ for trouble if all you’re doin’ is askin’ the computer to solve everythin’!”

Checks: Diplomacy to parry this argument; Life Science, Mysticism, Physical Science, or Survival to discuss problems that could be solved without technology.

"You know, tech ain't the only way. Itsa good way, but there are others. Nuthin' beats a good sleuth in trackin' down a prey, sometimes ya' just gotta put your nose to the trail, and sniff your way to success."

survival: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25

Sorros feeling very out of his element and know everything he's tried is only hurting things, just looks to the group and shuts his mouth.

"As an android, I am certainly familiar with various electric systems. However, with that being said, if you can be free of technology, that would give you an independence to handle most situations."

Physical Science: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (9) + 0 = 9

The best Randy can manage is to implore them with a "c'monnnn".

Magnok-704 provides good back up to Giovanni. Both of the other Starfinders take a moment before getting back into it.

Markosi dismisses this argument with a wave. “Pah! We Dataphiles know what we’re doing. Technology is one tool of many, yes, but it’s the most powerful tool we have. Surely, a few hiccups along the way don’t merit abandoning an entire field of study!”

Checks: Diplomacy to parry this argument; Culture to remind Markosi of similar events in history and the importance of taking them seriously; Intimidate to get Markosi to back down.

Intimidate: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10

"What about that time they replaced the referees in the Absolom Station Wresting Federation with digital monitoring? The robots couldn't see how many times I got punched in the groin while grappling some fool and I nearly ended up in the hospital. Explain that!"

Feeling things getting hotter than needed, Sorros puts some of his being into a 'you need simmer down now' and intimidate a bit.

Intimidate: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7

But he has no force to it based on his prior discussion.

SUCKAGE

Giovanni just shakes his head. "Now, I ain't usually the one to be discountin' technology, but I would be remiss to ignore that there are times when tech ain't the answer." He goes on to babble about times where Starfinder technology has failed for various reasons and how Starfinders still found there way.

culture: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 23

"I'm in agreement with Giovanni. Perhaps, but we should always be mindful of those times in history where we found solutions that were outside of the box."

Culture: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22

Tthe debaters grow tired of arguing and break off in opposite directions, dispersing the crowd. The leader of the Exo‑Guardians, Ixthia the Unbreakable, walks by and thanks you for keeping things civil. Considering your masterful handling of the situation Ixthia offers you a diplomat serum of enhancement.

After pleasantries are exchanged, you're free to head to the audience chamber.

The leader of the Manifold Host, a Large barathu collective named Harmony of Many, is in the small auditorium alongside two dozen Starfinders of various species, watching the induction of a group of new Starfinders. Leading the ceremony is an enthusiastic gnome with bright purple hair, Charla Ritzpan, who is performing a vocal medley at the top of her lungs.

Harmony of Many hovers at the back of the room and raises a tendril in greeting when you arrive, gesturing for you to follow them into a side room with large windows that overlooks the auditorium. This room provides storage space for sound equipment and a variety of stage dressing. As Harmony of Many shuts the door behind you, the gnome on the stage begins to shower the new agents in multicolored glitter.

“Thank you for joining us,” the barathu says telepathically. “For those whom we have not had the pleasure of inducting formally, our name is Harmony of Many, and we are the leader of the faction known as the Manifold Host. Our faction has operated within the Starfinder Society for years, working to bring representatives of new species into the fold and to ensure their unique needs are met. Because of meager resources, our efforts have been limited, and we’ve not been able to welcome many new recruits into the faction formally. However, First Seeker Ehu Hadif has committed additional resources to minor factions such as ours, for which we are grateful. We asked you to be invited, but did not want to give too much information before your arrival in case this has all been too overwhelming.”

The door whips open as the colorful gnome makes her entrance, dragging a small humanoid drone by the hand and leaving a trail of glitter in her wake. “Hi, I’m Charla! Pleasure to meet you! Did you hear about the project yet?”

“They are not yet aware,” intones the collective. “Charla has been working with my drone, Major Sixth, to develop a tour program for new agents. This program will—”

“It’s going to be great!” Charla interrupts, grinning widely. “It’s going to show the new recruits all sorts of cool stuff—all the best places to eat and hang out—and even teach them some useful skills!”

Harmony of Many bobs their body up and down in an imitation of a nod. “Charla and some of our other agents have worked diligently on this project. However, it requires final testing. We hope you are willing to assist. Please provide our newly inducted agents a personal tour of the Lorespire Complex using the prepared script. Is this request amenable to you?”

Charla nods. “Your feedback will be invaluable! Plus, it’ll give you a chance to get to know these new Starfinder agents! Sounds perfect tome!”

"Sounds like fun. Now, where was that bar that Lucius always talks about, then?"

After the last 'success', this sounds like a nice change to Soros"Sounds easy enough, if not a little boring. What's the harm, I'm in."

Soros doesn't look confident as he says this.

Charla beams. “Not sure about a bar... I don't think we REALLY endorse that as a stop. Anyway, it’s simple! We’ve got a great script detailing some of the neat places in the Lorespire Complex. You just show the agents around, [read the script, and fill in the parts we left blank for personalization! Put some panache into it—we’ve got to put our best foot forward!”

To succeed here, each of you pick a script - read it, and roll the skill of your choice. To start, each of you should pick one. Then I'll handle its delivery like combat:

Left to pick:
Sorros
Magnok-704
Rowdy Randy
Giovanni

"Rowdy Randy knows the training facility like the back of his hand. My sweat is on every surface. Doubt I will even need a script!"

Area:
Training Facility = Rowdy Randy

Left to pick:
Sorros
Magnok-704
Giovanni

"I'm not so sure about this, but if you have a script, I will read it when we get to the Research Center. I can always show them how to access the computer systems."

Magnok-704 agrees to read the script when they get to the Research Center (Computers Check).

Area:
Training Facility = Rowdy Randy
Research Center = Magnok-704

Left to pick:
Sorros
Giovanni

Giovanni is very excited to go over the script, and fix it, for the Laboratories. "That's right up my alley! Probably not that one that bar is on, though I still think that's important stuff to know. But showin' how we're always tinkerin' and makin' new stuff... that's exciting!

"Course, I'll have t' tweak that script. Seems a little to 'rah-rah' for me."

Area:
Training Facility = Rowdy Randy
Research Center = Magnok-704
Laboratories = Giovanni

Left to pick:
Sorros

"I guess the lobby. We're working with my true strengths here."

Area:
Training Facility = Rowdy Randy
Research Center = Magnok-704
Laboratories = Giovanni
The Lobby = Sorros

With the scripts ready, you prepare to give the tour to a band of new agents:

At the Research Center

Magnok steps forward with his script and in mostly a monotone he reads.

"Our field agents return with valuable information on new planets, systems, and species. All of that data is synthesized and analyzed here in our research center. Any data that is not a security risk is available to all agents at any time, allowing you to research for your next mission or simply check out what is new. Who knows, you might even make your own discovery. I'm really looking forward to . . ."

He stops and looks around, realizing that his script has ended and he needs to say more.

"Umm . . . Super thrusters. Yes. I really am looking forward to researching super thrusters and how to make the drake a faster ship. You can use these swell computers to find information on engine development and making ships go faster. I know that you, Mr. Snoutflash, want to go faster and this is the perfect way to put that extra power in your ship!"

Computers: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (13) + 9 = 22

"I know that you, Mr. Snoutflash, want to go faster and this is the perfect way to put that extra power in your ship!"

A ysoki pilot is nearly falling asleep at the dull tour guide, but when his name is called, he suddenly wakes up. "Uhh, what? You know who I am? Really, you think I could make my ship go faster? Do I need to login to access this information?"

"Uhh, what? You know who I am? Really, you think I could make my ship go faster? Do I need to login to access this information?"

"Yes, you do have to log in, but that is not a problem. You just have to use your last name followed by your starfinder number and then all of that information is yours! You will have all of that information at your fingertips! Think of all the power that data can give you!"