Outpost VII GM Tyranius (PF2) A Gilded Test (Inactive)

Game Master Tyranius

"Stick close to me Gwen, if you need to cast spells!" Maneki calls to her friend.

Orion casts ◆◆Bless. He then casts ◆Guidance on Gilgamesh.

Gilgamesh nods at Orion for giving him Guidance. He moves and positions himself in a corner and readies to attack.

◆ Stride
◆◆ Ready

Orion blesses the group as he offers a small bit of guidance to Gilgamesh. The half-orc readies himself as the mob advances, circling around you from all sides. Gilgamesh notices that the courtyard is covered in a thick layer of slippery mud.

★★★
Battle Royale! Round 1

Terrain: Conditions and Situations: The buildings surrounding the courtyard are 15 feet tall. It takes a successful DC 10 Athletics check to Climb the walls using a ladder, or DC 20 without a ladder. The well in the plaza has been flooding, so part of the muddy yard is very slippery. The wet parts (green line) of the courtyard are difficult terrain. Additionally, when a creature enters the slippery area or takes damage while standing in such a square, it must succeed at a DC 10 Reflex save or else fall prone.
Battlemap

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BOLD IS UP!:
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Orion (26/26 HP)
Gilgamesh (41/41 HP)
Commoner (Red) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Orange) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Yellow) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Green) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Blue) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Purple) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Pink) (-0 HP)
➤ Maneki (30/30 HP)
➤ Ameli (17/17 HP)
➤ Gwendolyn (20/20 HP)
➤ Tai Fung (32/32 HP)
Gravedigger (-0 HP)

Maneki immediately drops into a combat stance and lets fly with three arrows at Red.

Ranged Attack; Longbow: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22
Ranged Attack; Longbow, MAP: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (11) + 3 = 14
Ranged Attack; Longbow, MAP 2+: 1d20 - 2 ⇒ (16) - 2 = 14
Ranged Damage; Longbow: 1d8 ⇒ 2

Maneki snorts disgustedly at her terrible shooting.

◆ Monastic Archer Stance
◆ Flurry
◆ Whiff

Gwen steps around the corner, seeing a mob of people. "Oh, so many came to play. But where's the gravedigger?" She shrugs and gestures off to a building on the side. The unmistakable sound of dozens of coins being dropped on the wood floor echo out to the courtyard from one of the buildings.

"Oh, prizes!" She winks at one of the lead villagers.

◆ Move
◆◆ Cast Figment - See coin image for location

Wind gusts around Tai Fung as he races past Orion and Maneki, coming to a brief pause in front of Ameli. With a swipe of his arm, he sends a swirling mass of air that slices through two of the commoners (red, green) and remains spinning at the end of its path (blue star).

vs red, green: aerial boomerang, slashing: 2d4 ⇒ (3, 2) = 5 Basic Ref DC18

Then buoyed by his winds, he pulls back round the corner.

◆ Stride
◆◆ Aerial Boomerang + free half stride after (see blue dotted path)

@Maneki, not sure if it'll make a difference or not - but there's a +1 for Bless, upping your two shots to 15's

"Well... This seems less sporting that I had anticipated." Ameli hums as she looks out at the gathered rabble, surveying the field for a moment before marching out, "Let's not be too rough with them if we can help it eh?" She calls back to her party before adopting a defensive stance at the edge of the wet zone.

◆ Stride
◆◆ Ready Action

Ranged Damage; Longbow: 1d8 ⇒ 5
Ranged Damage; Longbow: 1d8 ⇒ 2

Though Maneki may think her shooting is terrible, all three of her shots manage to hit the funeral worker. The man grunts in pain. "Some how this layoff hurts even worse!" He falls over against the building unconscious though alive.

Ameli readies herself for a brawl as several figmented coins are dropped from the windows. This catches more than one of the funeral workers attention. Shifted your coins 1 square north as that space is inside a building.

Green Reflex DC 18: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23

The funeral worker dives to the ground completely avoiding the aerial boomerang as it spins violently in the air behind him. From around the corner shuffles the gravedigger. "I be right here..." He holds a shovel in one hand and a small lantern in another, which casts dark shadows across his body.

Gravedigger Reflex to avoid falling in mud: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (11) + 4 = 15

His eyes turn to the coins causing him to stop short of reaching Ameli.

★★★
Battle Royale! Round 2

Terrain: Conditions and Situations: The buildings surrounding the courtyard are 15 feet tall. It takes a successful DC 10 Athletics check to Climb the walls using a ladder, or DC 20 without a ladder. The well in the plaza has been flooding, so part of the muddy yard is very slippery. The wet parts (green line) of the courtyard are difficult terrain. Additionally, when a creature enters the slippery area or takes damage while standing in such a square, it must succeed at a DC 10 Reflex save or else fall prone.
Battlemap

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BOLD IS UP!:
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➤ Orion (26/26 HP)
➤ Gilgamesh (41/41 HP)
Commoner (Orange) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Yellow) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Green) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Blue) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Purple) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Pink) (-0 HP)
Maneki (30/30 HP)
Ameli (17/17 HP)
Gwendolyn (20/20 HP)
Tai Fung (32/32 HP)
Gravedigger (-0 HP)

GM, I was hoping to make it so sound would seem to be emanating from inside a building (prompting them to go in?). I don't mind the change because I love the idea of coins spilling out, but I wanted to be clear about the intent.

Reflex: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15
Strike: 1d20 + 10 - 2 ⇒ (6) + 10 - 2 = 14
Strike: 1d20 + 10 - 2 ⇒ (20) + 10 - 2 = 28 Hero Point
Damage (Slashing + Nonlethal): 2d12 + 4 ⇒ (12, 10) + 4 = 26 52 total

Ameli grips her blade with both hands and leaps into action, practically sliding towards the gravedigger as she lets her momentum carry her powerful swing forward - though doing her best not to outright kill the poor man in the process.

◆ Stride
◆ Change Grip (Two-Handed)
◆ Strike

Orion follows his companions down the corridor. Then he sustains his Bless spell. He then takes out his crossbow.

◆Stride
◆Sustain Bless
◆Manipulate - retrieve Crossbow

Ah sounds good. That makes more sense to me now.

Orion extends his blessing out just a little bit further as Ameli moves into the muck on steady footing. Her blade devastates the gravedigger bringing him to an early burial.

The commoners all grabs small rocks from the ground and begin hurling them at Ameli as a pair of them move to investigate the spilled coins.

Orange Reflex DC 10: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22

Yellow Rock vs Ameli AC 18: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10
Green Rock vs Ameli AC 18: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22
Damage: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

Blue Reflex DC 10: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13

Purple Rock vs Ameli AC 18: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (13) + 3 = 16
Pink Rock vs Ameli AC 18: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5

A small stone bounces off of Ameli's shoulder bruising it.

★★★
Battle Royale! Round 45325

Terrain: Conditions and Situations: The buildings surrounding the courtyard are 15 feet tall. It takes a successful DC 10 Athletics check to Climb the walls using a ladder, or DC 20 without a ladder. The well in the plaza has been flooding, so part of the muddy yard is very slippery. The wet parts (green line) of the courtyard are difficult terrain. Additionally, when a creature enters the slippery area or takes damage while standing in such a square, it must succeed at a DC 10 Reflex save or else fall prone.
Battlemap

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BOLD IS UP!:
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➤ Orion (26/26 HP)
➤ Gilgamesh (41/41 HP)
Commoner (Orange) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Yellow) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Green) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Blue) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Purple) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Pink) (-0 HP)
➤ Maneki (30/30 HP)
➤ Ameli (12/17 HP)
➤ Gwendolyn (20/20 HP)
➤ Tai Fung (32/32 HP)

We've been in combat for this long?? Round 45325!!

Maneki moves into the square and draws a bead on Green, before firing three arrows at them.

Ranged Attack;Longbow, Bless: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 8 + 1 = 13
Ranged Attack;Longbow, MAP: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 3 + 1 = 18
Ranged Attack;Longbow, MAP 2+: 1d20 - 2 + 1 ⇒ (4) - 2 + 1 = 3

Ranged Damage; Longbow: 1d8 ⇒ 8
Ranged Damage; Longbow (if the 13 hits): 1d8 ⇒ 8

◆ Stride
◆ Flurry
◆ Whiff (I know a 3 won't hit! :) )

Orion strengthens the magic that Sarenrae has given them. He loads his crossbow and fires at the Commoner dressed in orange.

◆sustain Bless (2nd sustain = 35 foot emanation)
◆load crossbow
◆strike bless: 1d20 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 5 + 1 = 24 P: 1d8 ⇒ 5

Gwen laughs as Ameli cuts down the gravedigger in a single blow. A hungry zeal rises up in her and she tugs at the scarf around her neck, loosening it. "Oh, come closer pretties!" She smiles hungry teeth at the one dressed in Blue. Lightning leaps between the two who have stopped to inspect the gold.

Demoralize vs Blue: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11
Electric Arc (DC18) on Orange and Blue: 2d4 ⇒ (2, 1) = 3

◆ Demoralize Blue
◆◆ Electric Arc

Reflex: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22

Ameli winces from the impact, feet skidding a bit as she manages to keep her footing, "Hmph... Lucky shot." She mutters before deciding to fall back, not wanting to get surrounded in a spot like this.

As she skids to a stop beside Maneki, she shifts her grip on her sword and pulls a loaded sling from her belt, ready to engage at range if their opponents continue throwing rocks.

◆ Stride
◆ Change Grip (One-Handed)
◆ Draw Weapon (Sling)

Fung quickly turns right around and he moves as if floating in the air. He stops in front of Maneki and summons back the slashing whirlwind.

vs green, yellow: aerial boomerang, slashing: 2d4 ⇒ (4, 4) = 8 Basic Ref DC18

With barely a pause, Fung summons another mass of tightly spinning air and hurls it the nearest commoner.

vs orange: elemental blast (weapon infusion, thrown), bless: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 8 + 1 = 29 slashing: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

◆ Stride
◆ Call back Aerial Boomerang (blue dotted line)
◇ Weapon Infusion (Ranged, Thrown)
◆ Elemental Blast

Haha! Completely missed that. This has been a long fight.

Maneki's arrows quickly disable two more of the funeral workers as Ameli changes her grip and draws forth a sling.

Orange Reflex DC 18: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12
Blue Reflex DC 18: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20

Gwendolyn isn't quite able to frighten the commoners but dows manage to shock a couple of them through the muck.

Tai Fung- Go ahead and retcon your actions as both of your targets are down.

Orion's crossbow takes down another commoner as it strikes him through the ribs.

★★★
Battle Royale! Round 2/3

Terrain: Conditions and Situations: The buildings surrounding the courtyard are 15 feet tall. It takes a successful DC 10 Athletics check to Climb the walls using a ladder, or DC 20 without a ladder. The well in the plaza has been flooding, so part of the muddy yard is very slippery. The wet parts (green line) of the courtyard are difficult terrain. Additionally, when a creature enters the slippery area or takes damage while standing in such a square, it must succeed at a DC 10 Reflex save or else fall prone.
Battlemap

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BOLD IS UP!:
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Orion (26/26 HP)
➤ Gilgamesh (41/41 HP)
Commoner (Blue) (-1 HP)
Commoner (Purple) (-0 HP)
Commoner (Pink) (-0 HP)
Maneki (30/30 HP)
Ameli (12/17 HP)
Gwendolyn (20/20 HP)
➤ Tai Fung (32/32 HP)

Oh, can I keep the nat 20 I rolled? :)

Fung allows his mass of slashing whirlwind to dissipate, as he runs back down past Maneki and Ameli. As he gathers a solid mass of spinning air, he is further buoyed by the winds buffeting him, as he sends it slashing at the nearest commoner (blue).

slashing: 1d6 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 2 = 7

◆ Stride
◇ Weapon Infusion (Ranged, Thrown)
◆◆ Elemental Blast + free half stride

@Tai Fung- Yes that is fine.

Tai Fung sends a blast of elemental air into the lot, slamming one of the men inot the building knocking him unconscious.

Gilgamesh DC 10 Reflex: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (2) + 11 = 13

+1 Fist Flurry of Blows, Agile, Magical, w Guidance: 1d20 + 10 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 10 + 1 = 27
Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

+1 Fist Flurry of Blows, Agile, Magical, w Guidance: 1d20 + 10 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 10 + 1 = 25
Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7

Gilgamesh knocks the reaining mortuary assistants to the ground. They look hurt and defeated. "Ain't been no pay since the mortuary closed." The crowd on the rooftops and in the window shutters go wild with your win.

The orphan child pipes up, her voice clear over the furor as she declares the winner. "PAY UP! THE GANG O'SIX WINS!" The child disappears into the crowd, reappearing a few moments later at Vionnia's side, whispering a conversation with her. Vionnia nods and replies, then heads toward you with a small purse in her hand. "Nicely done! And you left the competition alive. Well done indeed! They'll fight another day but the odds will be against them. Might make for a good payday for a shrewd gambler. Now, let's be on our way. Some of the crowd might want a word with you about losing their money." She leads you out of the Narrows and you have a chance to chat with her on the way!

We now have 3 rounds of Influence. You can Discover (Perception) to learn more about her past and preferences, or you can Influence (choose a skill to impress Vionna with) to get her on your side or to have a favorable opinion of you. You have three rounds of actions.

Maneki attempts to impress Vionna with her skill at healing injuries. She pulls out her healer's kit and attempts to patch up the wounded Ameli.

Medicine: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (10) + 7 = 17
Healing: 2d8 ⇒ (3, 7) = 10

All the while, Maneki keeps an eye on Vionna for any tells on her past.

Perc: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (12) + 9 = 21

With the nastiness all done, Maneki then attempts to entertain Vionna with her acrobatic abilities.

Acrobatics: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (6) + 7 = 13

"Ah, that's it?" Ameli raised a brow as the fight seemed to end as quickly as it had begun. With a hum she tucked her sling away and took a moment to wipe off her blade before letting Maneki tend to her bruised shoulder, "Appreciated."

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14
Diplomacy: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25

As Vionnia stepped out, the halfling perked up a bit, standing herself upright and doing her best to cut an imposing figure despite her lacking stature, sizing the woman up all the while to get a feel for what sort of person they were working with, "Well of course, that lot were hardly in any shape for a real fight; makes for a better show to win with a handicap than to roll over them and barely give the audience a chance to warm up right?" She bragged, resting her blade over her good shoulder, swaggering about while speaking.

Orion tries to observe what he can from Vionnia's character based on mannerisms and style of clothing.

perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

He tries to impress her by taking out his rope and showing her how to quickly tie knots - including the famous hangman's noose.

survival: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18

Are we doing all three "rounds" at one go, or one "round" at a time?

With the rush of the battle dying down, Tai Fung seems to retreat awkwardly back into himself again. The constant gusts of winds that surround him though doesn't die down.

He follows along the group, unsure what he can do to impress her. Although he thinks with her likely unsavoury background, he might be impressed with how stealthy he can be.
stealth: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

The Perception check let's us figure out which skills we can influence her with, right?

"Heh, did you like the show, Vionnia?!" Gwen re-ties her scarf around her neck. "What did you like the most, Ameli dropping the gravedigger in one shot, Maneki's shooting, or Tai Fung's boomerang return? " She laughs. "How about when they stopped to look at the gold!"

Perception: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 5 = 24

Either way. I will post updates if you want to take the rounds slower.

Orion finds Vionnia a tougher nut to crack than anticipated as he can't seem to impress her immediately with his hangman's noose but she does seem to come around. She makes a strange face. "What do you intend to do with that?" Influence +1

Maneki uncovers a small bit of information during your walk but is unable to use any of it to her liking as he is busy healing Ameli.

DC 14 Underworld Lore (demonstrating the PC has the required knowledge to help Vionnia navigate in the underworld), DC 14 Oppara Lore (demonstrating how well-informed the PC is about the political situation in Oppara)

Vionnia is quite impressed with how strong Ameli is. "I see they didn't stand a chance against you." Influence +2

She then spins around. "Whoa, where did Tai Fung go to?" +1 Influence.

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Current Influence Total: 4
Discovery: DC 11 Heraldry Lore, DC 16 Perception, DC 14 Society
Influence Skills: DC 14 Underworld Lore, DC 14 Oppara Lore, ????, ????, ????, ????

★ -- ★ -- ★ -- ★

★★★
Influence! Round 1-3

Battlemap

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➤ Orion (26/26 HP) │ 1 Action remaining
➤ Gilgamesh (41/41 HP)
Maneki (30/30 HP)
➤ Ameli (17/17 HP) │ 1 Action remaining
➤ Gwendolyn (20/20 HP)
➤ Tai Fung (32/32 HP) │ 2 Action remaining

Did Gwen's perception roll uncover another influence skill?

I am back from vacation and slowly updating the games.

Gilgamesh silently observes Perception to Discover) Vionnia while she converses with others. This way, he can easily bring a topic that might interest her.
DC 16 Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

But it seems he can't extract anything useful from the conversation so far. He keeps observing her.
DC 16 Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17

"What do you intend to do with that?"

"Watch this." He uses the hangman's noose to secure a grappling hook to the rope he has. "It is also called the 'Uni' knot since it can be used for everything from fishing, joining two lines together, or simply as a handle for a door." crafting: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (17) + 8 = 25

Actually, Fung's boomerang never returned 'cos it was retconned. :P

underworld lore, DC14: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12
With Maneki's prompting, Fung thinks back to a time he had tried to put behind though often to little avail. He wonders if any of the ramblings he picked up from his cellmates might be of use but his mind draws a blank for now.

thievery, DC?: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (20) + 7 = 27
His "friends" then at least taught him something useful. He stops along the way when the group passes a locked door. "Um, this is some thing that I ... uh... picked up." He silently pulls out a set of tools and get to work, and within a few moments, you hear a faint "click" and the lock opens.

"Are you responsible for arranging all these bouts, Vionnia? Seems like a nice gig, though I bet a few get handsy, occasionally, huh? But I'm guessing a big girl like you can handle yourself." She winks at the redhead.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (19) + 8 = 27
Diplomacy: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24

@Gwen- Yes it will, looks like we cross posted a bit.

Orion shows off more of his knots and Vionnia takes keen interest. +1 Influence.

Gwendolyn and Gilgamesh uncover a few more of Vionnia's interests She likes a bit of a show and discussing keen interest of the more political nature. "I don't arrange them but am do what I can. A lot of people have fallen on hard times due to the civil war." Gwendolyn earned +2 Influence

She stops the conversation short and smiles as Tai Fung easily opens a lock. "You are a reckless one. I like that." +2 Influence

★ -- ★ -- ★ -- ★

Current Influence Total: 9
Discovery: DC 11 Heraldry Lore, DC 16 Perception, DC 14 Society
Influence Skills: DC 14 Underworld Lore, DC 14 Oppara Lore, DC 16 Performance, DC 18 Diplomacy, ????, ????

★ -- ★ -- ★ -- ★

★★★
Influence! Round 1-3

Battlemap

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Orion (26/26 HP)
➤ Gilgamesh (41/41 HP) │ 1 Action remaining
Maneki (30/30 HP)
➤ Ameli (17/17 HP) │ 1 Action remaining
Gwendolyn (20/20 HP)
Tai Fung (32/32 HP)

He is not fond of impressing other people, but Gilgamesh tries to participate in the conversation.

"No true victor emerges from war. Nobody really wins. It hurts people and destroys things. We should focus on peace instead." Gilgamesh utters. "Working together is the best course of action on different, if not all, matters, I believe." he adds.
DC 18 Diplomacy to Influence: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (20) + 0 = 20

"How long has this tournament been going on?"

Performance (Untrained): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16

Ameli gives a - rather genuine, rather than acting a part - proud chuckle at the praise of her strength, even going so far as to show off just a bit more by giving her blade a nimble twirl before returning it to its sheath.

"Indeed, I'm rather curious as well. Been a few years since I've been out this way last, and I don't remember anything so lively back then." She chimes in, seconding Gilgamesh's question.

"Been going on for a few months now. Give or take." She explains n the way to Crownsgate. +3 Influence Vionnia gathers you all around her. "Look, I like you all. I heard word of who your next opponents will be. It is a group of seasoned mercenary trappers. Be wary as they have probably already littered the fighting area with traps that will be hard to see. Worsts till they seem to have a wizard with them."

★ -- ★ -- ★ -- ★

Current Influence Total: 12
Discovery: DC 11 Heraldry Lore, DC 16 Perception, DC 14 Society
Influence Skills: DC 14 Underworld Lore, DC 14 Oppara Lore, DC 16 Performance, DC 18 Diplomacy, ????, ????

★ -- ★ -- ★ -- ★

Crownsgate is in somewhat better repair than the Narrows, and the buildings have sturdier bones—though most have been picked clean. The one thing the districts have in common is that the law seems equally disinterested in both. Crownsgate is filled with old industrial buildings and warehouses, and whatever wealth it might have had has long since been pilfered by the rest of the city, right down to the cobblestones. Cutthroats and criminal gangs hold sway over the shadowy alleys, with the occasional desperate beggar trying to eke out a living.

In fact as you move through the streets, an old woman in shabby, worn clothes obviously much patched and repaired and still worn out, steps into your path. "Please sirs and madames, please spare a few copper for an old woman?"

Gwen smiles at the old woman. "Of course, let me see what I have." She reaches into her coin pouch as she watches the old woman.

Perception: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21

If Gwen doesn't see anything amiss, she'll give the old woman a silver.

"Old woman, this place is unsafe for you. Where do you come from?" Gilgamesh inquires the woman after Gwen gives her a silver coin.

"Bless yer hearts! Truly ye are blessed! I live in this neighborhood." She says through cracked lips. Neither Gilgamesh nor Gwen spot anything untoward, but they do see Vionnia's face soften when you give the woman some coin. She slips the woman a silver coin as you move away.

You arrive at the destination of your next fight. The roof of this crumbling bridge lets shafts of light from the afternoon sun pierce its dusty interior. The rundown houses lining the bridge have been boarded up, and rubble and detritus lie scattered on the floor. A broken chain and rotted warning sign stick out of the debris near the entrance.

Vionnia smiles at you. "Keep the fighting to the bridge area. No looting the opponents. I'll be watching! Listen for the whistle, that's when the battle kicks off. Good luck!"

You'll start in the green box. Place your tokens and make your preparations.

Maneki pulls her bow off her back and does some stretching exercises.

With fists ready, Gilgamesh takes his position and keeps his eyes peeled for traps scattered in the area that Vionnia mentioned to them.

Ameli nods and tosses the old woman a coin herself before following along with the group.

Once they arrived at the next battleground and were briefed, she was quick to draw her sword and take a moment to scan the "arena" (such as it was) for signs of tampering or foul play.

As the group moves to get ready for the upcoming battle, Fung takes a deep breath to mentally prepare himself. You can visibly see him losing much of his usual awkwardness as a calm descends over him. He seems to concentrate slightly and the winds pick up around him, as static electricity sparks randomly across his body (channel elements).

Gwen sighs as they wait. She pulls out a small mirror to check her appearance. "Oh! Why didn't anyone tell me my hair was a mess!" She tries to fix it as she looks around for traps.

Perception +5 to look for nearby traps.

Orion prays to Sarenrae and asks that she bless the battle ahead. He asks his companions "I've one last casting of Runic Weapon. Who should I give it to?"

Taking a quick glance you notice severa spots that may contain mechanical jaws bolted to the stone beneath a camouflaged floor tile. The whistle blows loud and clear, and almost immediately you see one man step onto the bridge from the south beyond the mechanical traps. Much to your regret you don't spot any of the others of his gang yet.

★★★
Melee at the Bridge! Round 1

Battlemap

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➤ Tai Fung (32/32 HP)
➤ Orion (26/26 HP)
➤ Gilgamesh (41/41 HP)
➤ Ameli (17/17 HP)
➤ Maneki (30/30 HP)
➤ Gwendolyn (20/20 HP)
Wizard (-0 HP)
Trapper 1 (-0 HP)
Trapper 2 (-0 HP)
Trapper 3 (-0 HP)
Trapper 4 (-0 HP)
Trapper 5 (-0 HP)
Trapper 6 (-0 HP)
Trapper 7 (-0 HP)

Gwen peeks around the corner and waves to the man. "Hi sweetie! Could you come over here quickly? I've got some scrolls for you!"

◆ Reach Spell
◆◆ Cast Charm (Will DC18)

While it doesn't say the rest of you can't attack him after the spell is cast, it would hamper things. Maybe the GM will let us know if he's failed first.

Orion casts Rousing Splash on Gilgamesh. Then he casts a defensive Shield cantrip on himself.

◆◆Temporary Hit Points: 1d4 ⇒ 4
◆Shield ↺Shield Block if taking damage