Aldus the Supplicant's page

good luck, everyone. take care and hopefully see you soon =)

Oh, yeah, I'd be up for that too!

Also, I hope I didn't come across as bitter. It's more of a "I can see why people like it, but it's just not for me" type of thing =)

Well, this is sad. It was a very nice experience while it lasted. Thanks everyone, it was a pleasure playing with you all, honestly. Actually, I'm doubly sad because we didn't get to see Gandros in his fully-developed glory.

Regarding chronicles and etc, feel free to skip Aldus' since I will probably be avoiding PFS in the future anyhow!

Thunberbucket, go!

I'm sure it's no biggie if we make it fly, right?

*caham*

I echo Nebraska's feelings: I'd be sad if it ended, but understand the need for consistent posting. Let us know!

"Dalirio?!" Aldus gives a puzzled look to his companions. "We have met this man before and delivered him to the authorities. I didn't think we'd be hearing his name again. Do you know where we can find this crypt, Queck?"

'We're lucky Fiametta is not here or we'd be having a long lecture on the inefficiency of the Taldan government'

Aldus raises an incredulous eyebrow when the woman falls to the ground, unconscious. "…she actually left her hiding spot with 5 armed people aiming at her? Perhaps they should stop spending all that money on flails and teach them some strategy," he looks at Dolgarth and shrugs.

The Galtan approaches the woman and shakes the gnome's hand: "I am Aldus and these are my companions, Jak, Nebraska, Dolgarth and Gandros. We are Pathfinders. And we also are extremely happy we got here on time. And you are?" Once the engineer has introduced herself, he nervously looks at Nebraska and then around himself: "Are there any wounded?"

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 20 Sorry I'm not assisting, Jak, but figured I had a good chance to get a better roll

Hearing only the woman's incantations and seeing his companions going up, Aldus remains on the table, arrow nocked and ready to fire. "I think I can hit her from here! I'll stay downstairs and keep an eye on the hostage."

readied dw bow: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (20) + 4 = 24+1 if she's within 30 feet
crit confirm: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 11+1 if she's within 30 feet

piercing damage: 1d6 ⇒ 2+1 if she's within 30 feet
crit damage: 2d6 ⇒ (4, 3) = 7+2 if she's within 30 feet

No problem, Giuseppe. Is the mist marked by the "clouds" on the map's west (so, enveloping pretty much everyone besides nebraska)?

Aldus moves towards where he last saw the woman. With his bow in hand, he looks for her and, when he sees anything move, he yells: "Cultist! Surrender and you shall be spared!" If the movement does not stop, he releases an arrow at her.

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5
dw bow, point-blank: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5
piercing damage, point-blank: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Not sure where to place Aldus (or if his specific location matters at the moment). Feel free to move him in the correct direction (perhaps the ladder?)

Adding to that, where did we last see the woman/where do we see the mist on the map?

Will save: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 2 = 19

Aldus feels his vision darken as doubt creeps inside his mind, the fear of the death of his comrades struggling to dominate all his thoughts. Instead of despairing, the Galtan raises his head just in time to see the woman disappearing from sight. He nocks an arrow and shoots at the remaining foe with half a smile "Your dark powers prove too weak against the boiling blood of the revolution, Groetus."

dw bow, point-blank, inspire: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
piercing damage, point-blank, inspire: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Not sure I understood it correctly, but moved Dolgarth 2 squares above green(dead) half-orc.
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standard: attack yellow orc

@GM: understood, will keep it in mind for the future

Bow already in hand, Aldus jumps on the table and runs south, kicking several implements and tools to the ground. "Jak! Watch out!" yells the Galtan upon seeing the two cultists flanking his companion. He releases an arrow at the closest half-orc.

dw bow, point-blank, inspired: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22
piercing damage, point-blank, inspired: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6
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move: south
standard: attack green half-orc (or yellow, in case green is down)

@GM: Can Aldus jump on the table or is it too small/flimsy to support his weight?

Aldus shakes his head. "It's only too late for negotiation, not to prevent anything bad from happening. Let's focus on getting whoever's inside to safety," he says, putting a smile on his face, half for Nebraska and half for himself.

Aldus draws his bow and nocks an arrow, following Jak and Nebraska. "Guess negotiations are off this time, eh, Nebs?"

"you must stop them before they destroy the records of my ancestor's sacred burial site!"

Loving Gandros' ability of becoming one with the plot!

Knowledge (local): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 5 = 24

A chill runs down Aldus' spine when he sees the pulpit, his mind travelling back to Galt and the Final Blades. "Weird and terrible, you mean. To think that the killing of people by the state has become a sort of local holiday an that salesmen peddle their wares as blood runs in front of them."

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14 Aldus is only about knowledge checks in this scenario, apparently

When they reach the Hall of Wonders, the bard welcomes the overwhelming noise and the deep basses that vibrate inside his lungs. He looks at the building for a moment and turns to his companions "I hope the engineers are as easy-going as the painter. Shall we?"

Knowledge (local): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6 ✕
Knowledge (local): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22 ✓ =)

"Yes, he sent us, but we need to be sure you are the right person. Prove you know the master and your efforts for the cult will be rewarded," Aldus says, trying to entice the painter into uttering a name.

Bluff: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11 ugh

His ruse falters when the man mentions the Crypt of Fools. "I…don't remember much about our nights at the tavern, but I have read about the Crypt. It's a lost graveyard here in Cassomir. The dead buried there were either the worst criminals Taldor or…" the bard stops for a moment as the realisation hits him "…noble families who somehow fell from grace. Like the Teppish. I guess I was right and we'll get to meet another one the noble scions," he says the last words with more than subtle amount of scorn.

Does Aldus' knowledge go as far as knowing where exactly the Crypt lies?

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9 ✕
Knowledge (local): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (15) + 5 = 20 ✓
Knowledge (religion): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (11) + 1 = 12 ✕
Knowledge (religion): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 1 = 20 ✓

Aldus nods at Jak's comment on the Derros. "Yeah. And those moons on her robe…that's Groetus' symbol," he says, pointing at the woman's clothes. He turns to the painter: "So, who is your master, friend?"

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24

Aldus raises an eyebrow and looks at Garver: "Do you know where we can find this statue?" After the man's reply, Aldus turns to the painter and says: "Consider it done, my friend. We will be right back with the most finely detailed description you have ever heard."

Aldus enters the room shortly after Nebraska and looks around curiously. A few seconds later, he stands by the rogue's side, trying to aid her in softening the painter. "And I am Aldus. We are all indeed very curious about you and would be grateful if you could spare a few moments for us."

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (6) + 4 = 10
Diplomacy(Aid Nebraska): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (15) + 8 = 23

"Yeah, that's a good idea. I'll help, in case he cuts the other way," says Aldus, grinning. Smile still on his face, he turns to Garver: "Thank you for your guidance, Garver. Were you there when this man was captured? What is his name?"

Initially taken aback by the man's proclaimed title, Aldus relaxes 'Ah, right. First a Chelaxian devil worshiper, now a poor delusional sod who thinks he's royalty. What's up with these wizards?' He can't avoid subtly facepalming when Nebraska takes Gandros seriously. "It's an honour to have your assistance, Gandros."

Knowledge (local): 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25

Aldus, familiar with the place due to his reading on imperialist repression, shakes his head at Dolgarth's comment "You are right it's not the worst prison to be in…if you have the gold. The rich can pay for their freedom and whatever favour they wish, whilst the poor are sent to the begging cells where they get sick and die. Why was the cultist sent to this prison in particular?" Before Hestia replies, Aldus jumps in to give a quick run down of the Swift Prison, pre-empting questions his companions might have about it.

A bearded lean Galtan dressed in very unassuming dark clothes with a red armband on his left arm follows Dolgarth's lead and greets the newcomer: "And I am Aldus The Supplicant. Nice to meet you as well."

Feel free to read all the spoilers about the Prison, as if Aldus were replying to your questions.

Ah, makes sense. I like that idea (and it gives more credence to the Wild Jak nickname =)

I'm sure we could host divine magic fanfic reading nights at Thunderbucket.

@Giuseppe: sheet updated.

@Jak: I noticed you sold your longsword for 7.5gp. Probably won't make a difference, but I think we can still sell stuff for full price due to retraining, no?

We can bond over love for Magic while never actually dedicating a level to it.

So, you'll be pretty much writing reams of fanfic about clerics in your downtime, right?

In case you're on os x you can always use good ol' preview for filling in the sheet with Tools > Annotate > Text

Aldus gives out a hearty laugh at Jak's comment: "I thought exactly the same thing. Dropped the book halfway through and never thought about it till today. Which was probably a good thing; I'd have a couple of fingers less if the Grey Gardeners had found out I was reading that type of thing."

The Galtan asks for another pint whilst listening to Nebraska's story. "Were you his apprentice?" Aldus pauses for a second, starting to feel somewhat inebriated "Did you share masters with Dolgarth, by any chance? It sounds like something he could have said."

Thanks for the circlet suggestion, Dwozer. Too bad I can't buy it just yet =(

I'll go easy on the post-scenario shopping spree this time and just get a masterwork armour. Tracking document, character sheet updated and chronicle corrected (download link)

Rolling for day job:
Perform(oratory): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19

The alter self idea sounds good to me. I also have 2 unused PPs, in case we need something. The comprehend languages wand might be a good buy, since I think Dwozer is the only one who speaks something other than common and elven?

BTW, I'm always open for suggestions regarding good archery/bard stuff to buy. Sort of out of ideas after the darkwood buckler and shortbow.

Aldus' reaction to Nebraska's comment is a quick and unfiltered: "Real? Gods, I really hope not," he says with another large gulp of his drink. "What are the questions you're looking answers for? I remember reading something by a Chelaxian heretic once on how the world is actually Asmodeus' nightmare. Most of the book was on what will happen when he wakes up: will we all disappear or will we finally be free to live reality?" The Galtan chuckles for a second, looking into the distance for a few seconds.

Aldus sits by Nebraska's side, already on his fifth pint of ale. Born a peasant in a small village, he is as oblivious as the half-elf to the luxuries of life in big cities; thus, he cannot bring himself to refuse any of what is offered to him. Each éclair and cake slice is received with mixed feelings, however. 'This is all so soft and sweet and delicious…am I becoming some sort of pampered noble, who thrives on debauchery whilst people starve in Galt?' the Galtan thinks whilst wiping some cream cheese from his beard.

"I doubt that was the last of them, actually. That derro, it wasn't working alone, and I'm sure we haven't seen the last of these Teppish," he takes another swig, trying to drown some of his thoughts. He muses a bit on Jak's last comment and replies "As long as it's just jumping, yes. But let's see what else they will be asking us if we start turning some heads."

Hello, Dwozer =)

Aldus here, back-liner, ranged, happy stick holder #3 and the other face of the group, as well-explained by Jak. Welcome!

I agree with Giuseppe's points, for what it's worth. Though I hope Aldus and Jak together with Nebraska's wands will be able to provide for some utility (my current spells are silent image and disguise self, btw), elemental damage and AoE are pretty much out of our reach.

@Giuseppe: I realised there's an error on my chronicle (selling shortbow and rapier when I already got their money on the previous sheet). I'll update it tonight and send it again.

@Nebraska: thanks for the campaign mode explanation =)

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Edit: mate, that's an amazing list. thanks!

Ok, I've done it. Not sure if everything's in the right place (e.g. day job amount on the items sold column), so let me know if I messed anything up.

Here's the link: https://we.tl/XxfL5HCZKm

Is it just me or was this scenario much shorter and less deadly than the previous one?

@Jak: ha, I was actually looking through the cleric to see if I could make him some sort of crazy revolutionary priest. But I think we'll both get to keep our bards =)

@DM: just to confirm, besides the personal data section (name, etc), we also need to add everything we bought/sold before starting this scenario (e.g. darkwood bow, arrows), but not whatever we buy with the reward from the current scenario, right? On the same subject, should the stuff bought with PP be listed in the same place?

Does running an AP mean we would have to create new characters? Or could we just use these same characters and enter the AP midway? Though I said ideally I would like to keep the same characters, I'd be open for anything that leaves us all happier.

Out of curiosity I searched the PFS Roleplaying guild guide and, on page 11 under Additional playable content, it says:

For sanctioned modules and Adventure Paths, GMs are allowed to use their own rules for character creation and running the presented content (the entire book or series). Credit is applied to an appropriate Roleplaying Guild character as if the character created was a pregenerated character.

Though I'm not sure what the character credit part means, it sounds like a good compromise. I'm up for anything, and agree with Nebraska that ideally we would keep the same characters.

Regarding Fiammetta's possible replacement: a divine caster would also get my vote.

I was about to ask about Fiammetta, actually. No news whatsoever from her? How does it work now? How much should we wait, should we start a recruitment or what? I like her character =(

As for continuing, I'm all for it, of course. As it was probably clear from my questions and suggestions in the past, I do feel that PFS is a bit limiting (I am now dreaming of a campaign around thunderbucket: get the ship, sail somewhere far away, go all odyssey with it, etc). But, I signed up for it willingly and will stick to it unless we reach a unanimous decision otherwise.

That said, I do feel that the GM is much more limited in his fun than the players, due to having to follow the scenario to the letter and etc. Is there anything that perhaps we could do to make you feel less restricted, Giuseppe? Like, more roleplaying with NPCs or perhaps small interlude scenarios in which you are completely free (and that we somehow manage to compartmentalise so it doesn't have any lasting mechanical effects on the PFS bits)?

w00t! Though my pyromaniac side is a bit sad

Aldus' face lightens with the flames emanating from Dolgarth's arms. "And here I was, thinking those flames were just your master's eccentricity, Dolgarth." Taking a short breath, the Galtan enters the building, shoots an arrow at the derro and yells "Now, comrades, let us extinguish this darkness for good!"

dw bow, point-blank, inspire: 1d20 + 3 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 3 + 1 + 1 = 17
piercing damage, point-blank, inspire: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6
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move inside building
standard: attack derro
free: maintain inspire courage

@Dolgarth: Ah, sorry! I stand corrected.

I guess it's also a matter of spell level…I imagine continual flame was cast as a 1st-level spell, whereas darkness is 2nd-level. Which means my idea of spending a spell slot to cast light wouldn't make much difference. Can someone closer to the derro's last position just try and cover the barrel in which darkness was cast?

What if we set stuff on fire (fabric, wood, etc), throw it in and just let the bastard suffocate/burn to death? Would that be legal in PFS? Less importantly, does thinking this make me a bit of a terrible person?

Aldus lowers his bow with an expletive. "Our light doesn't seem to pierce this at all. Dolgarth, perhaps it's a good moment for you to try those flaming wristbands of yours?" Without waiting for a reply, he starts addressing the whole group, reciting lines from a revolutionary Galtan play: "Contemptible you are in your darkness, you king of shade and gloom! You had your thrones, parasite, but it is time! We bring the return of the light which was stolen from us."

@Jakwin: yes, that spoiler. Apparently the derro can spam darkness at will. Yay.

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move closer to door
standar: activate inspire courage

Aldus moves so he is almost in front of the door, just a few steps away from it. He puts some new ammunition on his quiver, takes out an arrow and nods at his companions. "Ready when you are."

Aldus looks over Jakwin's shoulder with curiosity. "It's very…shiny, actually." He looks at his own bow, then at the sword with a bit of wonder, a sigh and a few quiet words leaving his mouth "If only we had things like this…"

Leaving thoughts of the past behind, he looks at the new building. "It will be difficult to bluff our way around this, if there's anyone inside. Us not knowing a word of undercommon seems to be a dead giveaway."

Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17

Shaking out of his prolonged silence, Aldus gives a small nod to the mite who actually hit his target and says with a calm, resigned sigh "It's our turn now, foul creatures." The Galtan draws his bow and attacks the furthest mite.

dw bow, point-blank: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
piercing damage, point-blank: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

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move: draw bow
standard: attack red mite

Hey guys! Aldus is back from revolutionary cuba. The internet situation there made it impossible for me to post anything, but I'll catch up on the latest events and will be posting later today. Thanks for the botting and such =)

Seeing his bluff ignored by the mites, Aldus shrugs as if to say he tried. He draws his bow and fires an arrow against the Teppish, taking a step back immediately afterwards.

mw bow, point-blank, inspired: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10
piercing damage, point-blank, inspired: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5
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move: draw weapon
standard: attack grench
5-foot step

I'm fine either way, at least for now (and without taking the upcoming trip in consideration).