DM S's "Ancient Beyond Imagining" for OutPost IX (Inactive)

Game Master Chris Marsh

Fernardo examines the area for any clue as to the origin of the second portal.....

Arcana (E) VS. DC:25: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (12) + 17 = 29

The second portal also came from the Netherworld. Maybe this area is a "Thinny" where the fabric of reality is weaker.

Casting a scroll of helpful steps to make a 40foot staircase down to the lower level

The stairs now manifested Keiko? runs down them to join the others in examining the portal

Occultism: 1d20 + 18 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 18 + 1 = 28

”Get the stones from the hands while you are still up there. It looks like they fit in this piece.”

"We can bring it up to them. No sense staying in this hole. But let's treat your wounds as well first! Quite brave of you to leap down to face them both alone!

She holds her blade out as a faint glow emanates from it and moves to Ghirka.

Luminous Stardust Healing Ghirka for 40hp.
https://2e.aonprd.com/Spells.aspx?ID=2132
I have a second focus point as well but should be good for now.

The party moves down the magical staircase, taking notes and collecting items. After the violence of the last few moments, everyone stays vigilant, but after a while, all appears safe and sound.

You have completed your mission here. If there's more you want to do and check, let me know. Otherwise there's a VC who will be eager to hear your report.

Given the few minutes of research and collecting, Ghirka looks much healthier.

"It looks like we have what we came for. It is time to head out. And get some snacks."

"Yes. I say we report back. I've had enough of wizard nonsense for months after today's venture. Hopefully Zinthrya has something good for us when we get back."

With the threat over Keiko returns to her normal more reserved self in short order.

"I'm certain she'll be quite excited to see what we have located. We may as well see if our Venture Captain has any insights as to what these are."

The item’s recovery thrills Zinthyra, especially because you also recovered Lesolethe’s memory stones, as the wizard’s memories are "...sure to help the Pathfinder Society learn more about deeper sections of the vaults!'

With your discovery of some connection to the Netherworld, Zinthyra’s face darkens uncharacteristically. She remarks, " Lesolethe was a master of spatial magic, like teleportation, and that if she were to turn her expertise on planar boundaries, then there’s no telling what dangers could lie deeper in the complex."

Your reputation with the society grows, which is saying something given your already potent reputations. This is especially true since you recovered so many stones. Additionally, you receive a thank you notes from Eando Kline himself. Word made it to him that you strengthened the border between worlds. Primary, secondary, and faction specific msssions all complete!

Once again, fantastic party!