Hmm's SFS #6-01: Year of Fortune's Fall (Inactive)

Game Master Hmm

Momo has a look at the nelentu and feels a sense of familiarity. She's seen this song and dance before: too much tomfoolery, too much lightheartedness and too much not taking things seriously. She should probably store Minqalli's communication number under 'little winged punk'.

Haish.. she says with a sigh, what can I do...

She doesn't exactly have clothes to spare at this point, so providing a disguise for the nelentu may not be an option.

Unless there's a random santa claus costume lying around somewhere...

Do you want us to talk to Amyik for you? See if she'll change her mind?

Valas smiles and says, "Tell me about this tree and why you are banned."

If Minquali seems like he is being honest, Valas will agree to help hide him.

"Um... weren't you there? I climbed the diorama, and then Amyik busted us, and then you smoothed things over with her, but she was still mad at me..."

Valas thinks Minqalli is being sincere.

Do you want us to talk to Amyik for you? See if she'll change her mind?

Minqalli's eyes widen. "Oh, will you? I so want to see the Gala!"

Do you want any assistance doing that Momo?

Yes, mister Soarin, all help is welcome. I think Amyik plays by the rules, but she is open to reason.

To Minqalli she says I'll try, but if I can't convince her, that means you might be kicked out... she stops her sentence mid-way and looks at the nelentu ...ah, I can't get much worse for you, can it? Let's try this!

She'll try an spot the security guard to convince her.

Roleplay in spoiler

Soarin does his bit to help.

diplomacy: 1d20 + 10 + 1d6 ⇒ (4) + 10 + (6) = 20

Phelps will try to assist.

Youth are often exuberant as they learn about the world. Punishing that enthusiasm can sour them on embracing new experiences, and have long lasting negative effects. Yes, they must learn not to damage things, but I don't believe any real damage was done here.

Diplomacy (Untrained) Charisma modifier only to Aid: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 1 = 15

The bear echoes the sentiment into the vesk's thoughts. "There was no actual harm done, lasting or otherwise," he points out. "If Minqalli gets out of hand, I will personally grab them and sit on them."

He can't help but wonder if his attempts at humor will be adequately conveyed, or if he misread the room--again--and tried an approach that the Amyik will not appreciate. He simply cannot tell.

Attempting to Aid only. I know my limitations :)

Sense Motive (Untrained): 1d20 - 1 ⇒ (4) - 1 = 3

Diplomacy (Untrained): 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (5) + 0 = 5

"Clearly everyone makes mistakes, but that should not prevent someone from learning about history and culture!"

Diplomacy aid: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8

Minqalli looks worried about Artaius sitting on them, but Aymik laughs. "Alright, alright! If you all can keep Minqalli out of trouble, I will let them stay!"

"Oh... do you mean it?" Minqalli hugs all of you, and then accompanies you around the different exhibits, talking about each, excitedly. "I love seeing the different thought processes that go into each exhibit!"

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After a bit, everyone gathers in the hall for another speech from Zovi. "My friends, it is people like you who--"

Zovi's speech is interrupted by smashing glass and gunfire. In the wreckage of the museum entrance stands a strike force of well-armed robbers. They rush into the lobby, knocking over displays, demanding valuables from the attendants, and pocketing any belongings they can get their hands on. Amyikesh grabs Zovi off the stage and rushes her deeper into the museum for safety.

“No sudden movements!” the leader of the gang shouts as he brandishes a gun. “We do this nice and orderly, and everyone goes home safe!”

Ehu is the first to move, slowly and deliberately approaching with four hands raised. “Easy. The people here are academics.” He begins moving to the side, drawing the attention attention of the leader. “They don't have whatever it is you're looking for, and even if they did, surely you could get it without this violence.”

With the robbers distracted, Radaszam turns to the other Starfinders and speaks in a hushed tone. “Ehu and I will take down their boss, you focus on these looters and make sure that these people make it out of here alive. On my signal.” He keeps his eyes on the mercenaries, calculating the best moment to strike. “Now."

At this, the room erupts into chaos. Ehu and Radaszam attack the leader of the robbers and the rest of the guests cower, rushing to the corners of the room or out into the street. A few of the guests, including Captain Alis Sandel and some security guards, draw weapons and leap into the fray.

You yourselves face off with four of the thugs as the fighting begins.

Map on Slide 6

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Vallas
Kezzo
Red
Blue
Purple
Green
Phelps
Artaius
Soarin
Momo

Momo looks like a dear in the headlights as everyone around seems to catch on way faster than she does. As she faces the thugs, she sees Valas and Kezzo move way faster than she does, as has a brief flashback to her trainee group. Momo Slow she whispers.

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♫ Momo Slow
She found the right moment to stop the show
She's got all the moves
but with hesitation,
stop-and-go
You'd figure by now that she would know
She's moving too late, it's always so ♫
--Deedee Strawberry, own composition

Valas takes a full round action to trick attack the closest opponent.

Looking as if he was just waiting on Radaszam to give the order, Valas draws his Static Arc Pistol and fires.

The map is not working on my phone, so Valas will move if he needs to get a clear shot. GM, please move Valas if he needs to move.

Trick Attack: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (13) + 14 = 27 vs a DC of 20 + target's CR
Static Arc Pistol vs EAC: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12
Static Arc Pistol damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4 plus trick attack of 1d4 ⇒ 2

Hmm, maybe that will hit his flat footed EAC?

Kezzo aims at the target northwest(?) of her with her Tactical semi-auto pistol.

Attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Valas shoots at Green, and hits the flat-footed thug! Kezzo's shot goes wide!

And then it is the thug's turn!

Green shoots at Valas, misses, and then moves up to Melee distance.

Tactical semi-auto pistol: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (12) + 3 = 15
Piercing Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Purple shoots at Soarin, misses, and also moves forward.

Tactical semi-auto pistol: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11
Piercing Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Blue does his opening shot on Artaius. He proves to be even more of a miserable shot than his friends, so he closes into melee range.

Tactical semi-auto pistol: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5
Piercing Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Red, the furthest away, just shoots at Phelps and gets a little closer.

Tactical semi-auto pistol: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Piercing Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4

He is clearly the best shot of the bunch!

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Vallas
Kezzo
Red
Blue
Purple
Green (-6)
Phelps (-8)
Artaius
Soarin
Momo

Soarin grabs his sniper rifle and fires at Red
tdsr: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (16) + 4 = 20 fire: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

Not on MY watch

He then points at Green
Get THAT one (Get 'em)

Valas nods at Soarin in thanks. He flips his knife out of its sheath, catches it, then takes a stab at Green.

"You guys didn't really think this through, did you? If you're going to continue to shoot at us, can you at least not come so close to hitting the artifacts behind us?"

Melee Attack:
Trick Attack: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (12) + 14 = 26 vs a DC of 20 + target's CR
Survival Knife vs KAC: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 5 + 1 = 18
Survival Knife damage: 1d4 ⇒ 1 plus trick attack of 1d4 ⇒ 4

"Drop your weapons and surrender."

That hurt! You'll pay for that. I hope

Pulls out the Plasma Bolter.

Fires at Red
Attack roll with Plasma Bolter: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
Electricity and Fire damage: 1d10 ⇒ 6

I'm guessing not.

Soarin snipes successfully at Red and puts a Get 'Em on Green. Vallas follows up on that Get 'Em, stabbing Green up close and personal. Phelps, still in pain from Red's hit, feels their shot go wide.

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Vallas
Kezzo
Red (-5)
Blue
Purple
Green (-11, Get 'Em)
Phelps (-8)
Artaius
Soarin
Momo

Kezzo, slightly annoyed at the bad shot, takes aim at blue once again again.

Attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22
Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Just like this morning when she saw Artaius, Momo flashes up in a hue of yellow. This time, however, the colors is more persistent and completely envelops her, giving her an odd hue over the black dress.

Seeing enemies surround her, she snaps out of her flashback trance, steps up to the nearest enemy drawing her carbon steel blade

Carbon steel sword, +get 'em: 1d20 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 7 + 1 = 171d10 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8

Attune: photon 1/3

Kezzo crits Blue, alas for minimum damage! Meanwhile, Momo dances into action, slicing Green and finishing him off!

Red takes advantage of his Opening Volley feat, and attacks Phelps with a bonus to his own attack...

Assault Hammer: 1d20 + 6 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 6 + 4 = 12
Bludgeoning: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

...and still misses! Maybe Phelps is really intimidating up close.

Then Blue attacks Artaius with his hammer, but apparently, he's also intimidated.

Assault Hammer: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11
Bludgeoning: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

And Purple attacks Soarin hard!

Assault Hammer: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26
Bludgeoning: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

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Vallas
Kezzo
Red (-5)
Blue (-2)
Purple
Green (DEAD)
Phelps (-8)
Artaius
Soarin (-16)
Momo

Phelps takes a Guarded step back and tries to shoot Red again.

Fires at Red
Attack roll with Plasma Bolter: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6
Electricity and Fire damage: 1d10 ⇒ 8

Not effective in Social situations or Combat. Lovely.

Sorry, I still can't see the tokens on the map with my phone. At least the Wi-Fi here works!

Valas will wait for Soarin to use get em, then fire on that target. If that doesn't happen, Valas will fire at Red to concentrate damage. Either way he will move to get a clear shot if he can do so without provoking. If there is an opponent next to Valas he will use his knife instead.

Ranged Attack:
Trick Attack: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (7) + 14 = 21 vs a DC of 20 + target's CR
Static Arc Pistol vs EAC: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (13) + 6 = 19
Static Arc Pistol damage: 1d6 ⇒ 2 plus trick attack of 1d4 ⇒ 3

Artaius doesn't have enough room to squeeze in front of the others to protect them, so he opts for trying a more basic approach and lashing out at the one adjacent to him that had the temerity to attack him.

Attacking Blue:

Claws (Melee) vs. KAC: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13
Slashing (Lethal): 1d3 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

Momo feels like she lost control when she slices down the thug, and glows a little bit brighter. She sees Phelps being threatened, and positions herself in between the Pahtra and the thug.

Slash, vs red: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 141d10 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 9
If previous is a hit: Cleave, vs purple: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 191d10 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16

-2 to AC, Attune 2/3

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♫ Momo, slow
Now's not the right moment to start a show
This guy might be rude but
Try not to kill him
Take it slow
He probably can't take another blow
It's time to hold back, so Momo, slow ♫
---Deedee Strawberry, own composition

The bad day that Phelps is having continues as their Plasma Bolter continues to misfire. Vallas delays for Soarin's Get 'Em. Artaius claws at Blue.

Then Momo cleaves through Red and Purple! She's not slow anymore!

At this point there is one enemy left, so Vallas just shoots Blue and takes him out.

Out of Combat!

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After you defeat the final mercenary, only their leader remains standing. As Ehu and Radaszam continue to fight this foe, Captain Sandel and Amyikesh lead the guests and attendants out of the museum to safety.
Before the you can join in battling the leader, you hear the sound of screams from deeper in the museum back toward the gallery exhibits.

Radaszam shouts at you, “We’ve got this handled. Go! Track down the other thieves! That’s an order!” The halls of the museum are littered with shattered glass, damaged displays, and broken belongings—remnants of the civilizations from the distant past, now destroyed forever.

There is no time to rest. Do you do anything special (spells, drinking a healing serum or a skill check) before you run in? You have about one round before Radaszam loses patience.

Aye Aye Sir Soarin replies before he sprints off in the direction of the fracas, sniper rifle still in hand.

Valas reloads his Static Arc Pistol and then says "Ready."

Phelps joins the group running into the museum.

On our way

"Wait for me!"

Are you ok, Mister Phelps? Momo asks as her yellow glow fades. She saw the pahtra take a very tough hit just now. As soon as the mechanic steps up, she runs along as well. She's even making sure she is ahead of him, in case these other thieves are armed.

Would they be armed? Gosh, I woudn't know...

I got hit pretty hard, but a healing serum wouldn't do me much good. I will really need a ten minute rest soon. Phelps is down 2 HP out of 10 but out of Stamina.

As you are running, you set off a plasma trip wire that the bad guys set to slow you down.

Ka-Boooom!

Electric & Fire Damage (DC 12 Reflex for Half): 2d6 ⇒ (5, 6) = 11

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As the explosion clears, your path to the exhibition displays leads them back through the delicate materials gallery filled with darkened display cases.

This map on Slide 6 may look eerily familiar. That's because the GM goofed and put you on the wrong map last time. You are now back on it, because it is the right map for this encounter. The dark blue boxes are all fragile display cases that house art. They provide cover, but can also shatter.

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The gallery is eerily still compared to the chaos in the lobby. The blacked-out display cases are like silent monoliths. An android in edgy but fashionable black attire steps out from behind one of the cases, a solar sword manifesting her hand. She's joined by others, creating a semicircle around the room.

“It seems you're lost, little pets. All the fun is happening in the lobby.” She looks off to the doors behind her, as if calculating something. “I suppose it doesn't matter too much if you die here or there. Still, it'd be a shame to ruin these artifacts. You Starfinders care about preserving history, right?” She points her sword at the display beside her. “Back to the lobby now, little pets. Or we start getting clumsy.”

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Before your turn, your DC 12 Reflex Save please!

Phelps (-8)
Artaius
Omen in Light Blue
Kezzo
Soarin (-16)
Vallas
Red
Purple
Yellow
Momo

Reflex: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 2 = 13

SP 22/28

Momo's yellow hue flares back up as another threat emerges. She sees more concerned with Phelps than with the possibility of an enemy threat, and her mind once again wanders back to DeeDee's incessant criticism.

The last battle proved that Momo doesn't start fights, she finishes them!

Momo dances through the trip wires, saving against worst of the plasma damage.

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Before your turn, your DC 12 Reflex Save please!

Phelps (-8, Reflex Save Needed)
Artaius (Reflex Save Needed)
Omen in Light Blue
Kezzo (Reflex Save Needed)
Soarin (-16, Reflex Save Needed)
Vallas (Reflex Save Needed)
Red
Purple
Yellow
Momo (-5)

Reflex: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (10) + 7 = 17

Valas is also keeping an eye on Phelps as the explosion occurs.

Staggering out of the blast, Valas tries to make himself look as uninjured as possible.

"You know, the last group we ran into didn't know when to quit. Hopefully you'll be smarter. Drop your weapons, now, and we'll put in a good word for you once the authorities arrive. If you choose to engage us, we make no promises."

Vallas also dances his way out of most of the blast. "A good word? Oh, that's cute. Boys, he'll put in a good word for us!"

The boys snigger.

"My name is Omen, remember that... Oh wait!" She gives out a little titter of laughter. "You won't live long enough to spread the word of my infamy. Pity, that!"

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Before your turn, your DC 12 Reflex Save please!

Phelps (-8, Reflex Save Needed)
Artaius (Reflex Save Needed)
Omen in Light Blue
Kezzo (Reflex Save Needed)
Soarin (-16, Reflex Save Needed)
Vallas (-5)
Red
Purple
Yellow
Momo (-5)

Valas shakes his head sadly. "Yep, just as dumb as the last group."

GM, is that offer of using your reroll still available? If so, can Phelps use it if he fails his save?

Phelps can absolutely use the reroll + 5 from my Campaign Coin.

Here's hoping I won't need the coin reroll
Reflex save, DC 12: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21

Didn't need it this time.

Phelps moves up and looks for a clear shot. All the enemies are second range increment, and I think I have the clearest shot at Red, so here we go.

Attack roll at Red EAC with Plasma Bolter: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15
Electric and Fire damage: 1d10 ⇒ 3

Maybe a hit, finally, but the low end of damage anyway

Omen, Ok You certainly seem like a Bad Omen, and that will make you easier to remember.

Reflex: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5

Unsurprisingly, the large bear is not nimble enough to avoid the blast. "F!&&ing trip wires," he grumbles in protest, only to roar in frustration soon after.

Advancing, he moves to a clear line of sight to his quarry. He wordlessly causes sparks to trickle down his claws as he launches the lightning towards Omen, only to miss as the pain causes him to wince at the last second.

+1 Mutation Point, +5-ft. to speed, -1 to Will saves.

Adaptive Strike (Ranged 30 ft.) vs. EAC: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 3 + 1 = 10
Electricity (Lethal): 1d6 ⇒ 3

Going to use a Reroll so I at least don't crit fail!

Reflex: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

reflex: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (7) + 5 = 12

Soarin just manages to avoid the full force of the flames. As he picks himself up ...

Phelps - you're doing fine - hang in there
((Inspiring boost))

He then points a finger at Omen
Get her!

Everyone sighs with relief as Phelps evades the worst of the trap. Phelps makes a successful shot, winging Red with his plasma bolter. Artaius, big bear that he is, takes the full brunt of the explosion. Ow! The explosion throws off his attack on Omen, and the lightning harmlessly into a potted plant.

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Her aura lighting with photon energy, Omen manifests her solar weapon. It looks like a wicked, twisty sword with snakes on it.

Omen’s solar weapon: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (5) + 10 = 15
Piercing Damage: 1d6 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 6 + 1 = 10

She uses it to stab at Artaius and the bear goes down! "Oh, this is fun! Who's next?"

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Soarin manages to evade the worst of the damage, and does Get 'Em on Omen.

Soarin, do you want to redirect the stamina boost to Artaius?

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Phelps (-13)
Artaius (0 hp, dying)
Omen in Light Blue (Get 'Em)
Kezzo (DC 12 Reflex Save Needed)
Soarin (-21)
Vallas (-5)
Red (-3)
Purple
Yellow
Momo (-5)

Yes, I'd better - Boost on Artaius

Soarin gives an inspiring boost back to Artaius, and the bear regains consciousness.

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Phelps (-13)
Artaius (10 SP, 0 HP, Prone)
Omen in Light Blue (Get 'Em)
Kezzo (DC 12 Reflex Save Needed)
Soarin (-21)
Vallas (-5)
Red (-3)
Purple
Yellow
Momo (-5)

Reflex Save: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

Kezzo charges forward to catch up with Phelps and Soarin. Unfortunately not being as careful as she should.

Fires at Omen with her Tactical semi-auto pistol

Attack: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14
Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Made it back from vacation - I can access the map now. Thanks everyone for your help!

Valas moves to get a clear shot and fires at Omen.

Trick Attack: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (10) + 14 = 24 vs a DC of 20 + target's CR
Static Arc Pistol vs EAC: 1d20 + 6 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 6 + 1 = 19
Static Arc Pistol damage: 1d6 ⇒ 3 plus trick attack of 1d4 ⇒ 1

"Just remember that you can choose to surrender at any time. You don't want the 'Legend of Omen' to end with '...and then she died because she wasn't smart enough to surrender to the Starfinders.'

Kezzo misses Omen, but Vallas manages to shoot Omen. "Oh, that's cute," Omen says, flirtateously. "I always did like dark, brooding, dangerous men. But don't worry, lovey, I'll get you next."

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Bangity-bang-bang! SMASH! SMASH! SMASH!

The sound of shattering glass fills the room as Red. Purple and Yellow each shoot up displays near them, then dart behind intact glass displays. "Come and get us, Starfinders!"

Omen says sweetly, "Maybe the Starfinders are too scared to come after us? Just think, boys, we can smash all this history as much as we want!"

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Phelps (-13)
Artaius (10 SP, 0 HP, Prone)
Omen in Light Blue (-5, Get 'Em)
Kezzo (-11)
Soarin (-21)
Vallas (-5)
Red (-3)
Purple
Yellow
Momo (-5)

Artaius! seeing the bear drop this easily is a great concern to Momo, he had been training with Radaszam after all.

Momo moves closer to Omen, and reaches for her tactical pistol, then fires from behind the small plant decoration. Saying nothing, but giving Omen the Momo Death Glare.

Semi-Auto Pistol, get em: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 5 + 1 = 261d6 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4
Crit Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

Photon mode 1/3

Momo and DICEBOT get along really well