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Crafting: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31

Ashun is going to offer his paid services to aid other alchemists in their potion making, while trying to learn a bit more about the cold climate plants.

The blue changeling gives a light tap on the gnome with the blue hat, Ami.
"See, everyone did something important for the group, which in turn made everyone make it together to the end."

"Although I was not in hopes of winning, it is indeed a surprise to be sure, but a welcome one nonetheless."

Seeing that the bear has no plans on dashing forward and the most courageous adventurer marvelous Bitisuru Blue is on the frontline, Ashun stands up and moves forward to take a closer look at the furry friend to try to give better details to his allies.

Nature: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19

◆ Stand
◆ Stride
◆ Identify

can I keep identifying in this situation? I think I already tried. If not, I'll just grab a tanglefoot bag instead

Is this a new day or the same day? Because if this is a new day, do I have my advanced alchemy thingies?

"I would prefer to keep our fuzzy friend alive, but I would also agree that they very much seem like a danger to other participants--", while cautiously moving forward, he interrupts himself as if thinking "Mayhaps this is another one of the trials?"

And Ashun knees onto the snow bank near Galvaka to not draw much attention to himself while he draws an aiding glyph that marks itself onto the goblin lady.

◆ Stride
◆ Guidance on Galvaka
◆ Cover (or drop or hide, whichever makes more sense)

Sorry!
Weird stuff keeps happening.

I am back!
If I disappear for more than a couple of days, please feel free to bot for me to keep the game going.

While quietly and carefully treading towards Bitty and circling the bear, Ashun traces a cross sigil and pulses it onto the air, bolstering Sam with a feeling of a coldness in her veins.

◈ Stride
◈◈ Heal Sam
Heal | 30 ft | Healing: 1d8 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11

Is there no non-feat way to calm a hostile animal then?

Ashun wrote:

Then he tries to calm down the creature

Like, Wild Empathy?

No, Command an Animal, the Nature skill. Might as well try.

Nature: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26
Ashun tries to identify the creature, and relays the info to the others.

Nature: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18
Then he tries to calm down the creature and draws a glyph that marks itself onto Ami.

Guidance on Ami

I'm on the phone, and while looking at the slides I may have messed up them, but not by much, I'm sorry!

Survival: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (17) + 8 = 25

Although against the spirit of the competition, the changeling forgets (oops!) one his tents in the trail. Given the harshness of the weather, someone else might need it more than him right now.

Ashun approaches one of the officials before leaving
"Are we allowed to help The other parties?"

If it is allowed, the changeling will choose to leave behind his other tanglefoot bag near the frozen lake with a note saying "sticky, could be helpful, use with caution"

Then turning to the others
"Where are we off to now? More snow?"

"If I may... I have an idea and would like to try something similar to the tales."
Ashun carefully walks through the frozen lake
Acrobatics: 1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 + 1 = 8
Acrobatics Hero Point: 1d20 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 1 + 1 = 17
Near the objective, he slowly gets on his knees to be able to get closer to the ribbon.
I do not know which skill applies the best to this. Will use Nature as a provisory check.
He pulls out a mud-green and white vial from his bag, shaking it a bit, making a glistening green-yellow-white gradient liquid, and drinking it.
-1 Serene Mutagen (Lesser) (1/2)
Nature: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 8 + 1 = 23
Very slowly and steady he casts Prestidigitation to Warm the ice in a circle around the ribbon to thaw it, giving it light taps with the nails from the repair kit to mark its edges and make it easier to come off.
And using the tongs from the kit, he carefully picks the ice plate and puts it on top of the frozen sheet of water, warming its center to release the ribbon and avoiding it from falling into the water below. at least I hope so

Survival: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11

Ashun keeps trying to take Bea out of the snow banks he keeps jumping into, and ends up loosing track of the tracks.

When Ashun lands, he lets out a tired sigh. He doesn't train his physique as much he should.
And he looks to Ami, a bit confused
"Was that a gnomish saying? 'Ahlon-Zi'."

When Sam starts to get ready, Ashun throws an adhesive grenade onto the base in the river and motions his hands preparing to draw an aiding glyph as soon as Sam starts running to jump.
-1 Tanglefoot Bag (1/2)
Ready: Guidance

Does throwing a couple of tanglefoot bags on the poles' top, to avoid sliping and/or giving better grip, make enough sense? If not, I'll just Guidance (if within 30')

Resting for a bit after almost falling into the river, Ashun takes notice of how Bee, Bitty and Galvaka jumped and moved across the poles and tries to calc the best way to cross the river using them.
Acrobatics: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 1 = 18

can I use a tanglefoot bag to make it stickier and easier for Sam to cross? Or throw her a rope midway through to help her?

After listening to both Bitty's and Galvaka's descriptions of the creature, Ashun takes a quick glance at his notes and tries to remember which creature was it
Nature: 1d20 + 8 - 2 ⇒ (20) + 8 - 2 = 26

During the next trial, the changeling observes the poles and the fast flowing water, and starts muttering to himself.
"Well, this one looks a tad harder. I may not be able to traverse them without some aid... Perhaps tying a rope would be--"
And he sees Ami running ahead and jumping through them with ease. Ashun sighs a chuckle and looks to the other two gnomes.
"Your kind is very spry, are you not? Impressive indeed."
With a smile, he gets up and goes for a running start.
Acrobatics: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 1 = 13

Survival: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
With the sunlight starting to fade, it makes it quite difficult for the changeling to keep track of the path

"That is indeed a good plan, Bee.", the changeling agrees with trying to catch up

"I would say about a day. After that it turns into a tasteless gelatin on top and a sour powder at the bottom, does not taste very good.", he jokes, "But I can make them again at the morrow morning with Bea's help."

how late is it? can we keep pushing or is it late?

"Bea!", Ashun sighs and goes to take his iguana out of it, but just before he catches him, the blue lizard burrows deeper into the snow.
"I should not have taught him how to burrow..."

The changeling was busy trying to get Bea to stop running off and didn't notice the others were busy until Bee called for him.
"Oh, I am sorry. But I do not think I have something to calm the caribous, and I highly doubt that these will work."
Ashun draws a small glyph with a drawing inside, that plops a bell into existance. Very clearly a cheap toy bell.

"However...", he takes a vial with a thick dark swamp-green paste and a shiny liquid from his medbag, "I have this.", and shakes it slightly to mix both, turning the sludge into a glittery blue and yellow juice.

"Although I do not think we are going to need it for now..."
He looks around to notice that they stopped the trial.

"Still, if any of you would need some aid, feel free to use these."
He takes four vials from his medical supplies and presents them, first two with green mud at the bottom and shiny white liquid at the top.
"These make your senses keener and help in dealing with the natural world, they are attuned to the knowledge that comes with age. Also tastes like starfruit." (serene mutagen)
Then presenting the other two, with what looks like coagulated blood at the bottom and a matte yellow-white liquid at the top.
"And this one after mixing tastes like apple. They enhance your current knowledge and makes you remember and analyze stuff easier." (cognitive mutagen)
"Worry not, you can take them whenever any of you need it. Actually, I would much rather any of you use them at will, than being unsure and never touching them.", he gives a slight smile and a head nod to Bee.

I just noticed that we have a lot of "B"s
Bret, Bitty, (Cora)Bee, Bamidele, Bea...

Survival: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21
The changeling keeps his peepers peeled for old tracks behind the snow to keep himself and his friends on the right path.

long week, out of rp ideas for now. rolling for travel to keep game going

Ashun, used to fixing Bea's cauldron-backpack, sees that Galvaka is already taking care of fixing them, so he gives a look around to try to find the source of the problem.

Crafting to investigate: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (12) + 9 = 21

Ashun has both Nature and Survival at +8, everything else he'll aid.
Can I use Repeat a Spell with Guidance? With 6 party members, I can rotate between everyone every 10 minutes for the 1 hour cooldown per person.

"Are we all going to be in a Bitisururu Blue Adventure story?"

Ashun nods to Sam, "Indeed we are. How do you feel about being her companion for the next story?", just as mischievous he smiles to her.

He then gives Ami another tap on the shoulder to calm her
"Worry not, it will be okay. We are here to help each other."

I understand, I wanted to use herbalism but wasn't sure if there was any time. I'm sorry

The changeling bows apologizing to Hjeldr and thanks him for the tip about the food.

When he meets Runa, he gives them a polite but excited smile and gives them some of his cuttings and leaves in a vial. And unless they insist, Ashun won't take the rations. Just nods and wishes them good luck.
Ashun'll give them one of his two Serene Mutagen (Lesser)

Back to starting area, he waves to his colleagues
"Sorry for the delay, I got lost in thought with the scenery."

not that it matters much with that result, but could I roll Herbalism Lore (+9) instead of Diplomacy (+1)?

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3
The witch walks around a bit, getting frequently distracted by the new sights. First time he has been in this kind of climate.
Spending more time exploring the area than actually questioning the locals, the few he does manage to get hold of doesn't have much to share.

Ashun nods, "I like it." and waits for the others responses.

"That is quite the cute name actually, I would not be opposed to it." Ashun answers nonchalant with a gentle smile.

"Chew toys are frequently used for its calming effects on more aggressive animals. And since wolves are often depicted as fierce, being able to discipline and control such strong creatures with such simple method and without the use of violence is a great way to show the ability to adapt to situations and rise above adversity."

Keeping his polite tone, the changeling is actually content with the name, and in no way he shows any animosity to the other party.

"I am also big, but I am not as scary right? Or at least I try not to be.", he smiles a light grin
"Perhaps the other group is also nervous, that could be why they are quiet." and gives her a soft tap on her head, "So worry not much, we are safe with the others here."
And stealthly points to the gnomes, the goblin and the quiet girl.
"In any case feel free to talk with me, or any of us for that matter if you feel like it, you are part of the group."

"Oh! Right. I am sorry, it is not very often I allow myself to drift off."

When they board the sleigh and Bitty manages to strike up a conversation, the purple changeling looks rather impressed on how the shy gnome could have grown so much in so little time.
And while the majestic gladiator and world-famous cook Corabee, and the great Bitisuru, the spider slayer and renowed actress loved by goblins, are talking to the others, Ashun sitting arches his back to get his elbows on his knees to get closer to Ami's eye level, and speaks gently and quietly.
"Are you okay, Ami? You look a bit distressed."

"[...]— it is complicated, but the topic of energy is fascinating indeed, because using a spell-storing rune is more than just a metaphysical battery, if the ley-lines could be used as— [...]"

"[...]— because then you could try to enhance its velocity using a bit of maelstrom essence, because although Darlek's pepperbox was already very potent, perhaps making a spellcrafted rifling— [...]"

"[...]— building a magic-based adjustable support for a magnifying glass made out of gemstones, to hold it in front of a wand could change the form of its spell, because the way light tends to refracts around— [...]"

"[...]— I have read this theory that a bag of holding could theoretically create a wormhole to the ethereal plane, so if possible, you could probably alter its properties to work as a disposable way to visit other planes— [...]"

"[...]— and that brings me back to the initial topic, if a profusion of magical elements are imbued inside a mechanical parafuse, then using a volumetrical fitting and a sliding top, it is indeed possible to make an eternally perpetual motion engine for an scientifically correct orrerry for a baby crib."

and on, and on, and on...

"Oh! Just some trinkets, gadgets, baubbles..."
His usually slow and calm cadence slowly turns into an excited nerdy rant
"Although I am not as good with mechanicals, some tinkering can be very fun. I have met a gnome in the past that had a fully mechanical wagon, and also a fun fidget cube of some sorts. I have also heard about some traps can be even simulate spells, like a firework snare or something. There is also those springs that you can click on your boots and make you run faster. And even a flying cauldro—..."

Ashun goes on and on and on about fun stuff he found in the annals and catalogs of the pathfinder society and shops in Absalom, and how he could use his new tools to fidget with them.

[...]since there were ways to get those in PF1.

Oh, I didn't know that about PF1. I played very little of it, maybe half an adventure.

Pack and riding animals.

Just don't try to use them in combat. They will likely die.

Ashun would definitely be too worried to use them in combat. Even Bea he's extra careful with.

But while looking for animals, I saw that I could get my favourite animal as a pet. How many raccoons do I need to fit in a trenchcoat to use them as a pack animal?

Having another animal sounds fun. I have no idea what would Ashun get that would fit him though... Maybe a mule or a donkey (or giant gecko?)
Where can I find a trained Roc?

In all seriousness, I'll probably need one in the future. Some tools and equipment can get heavy.

Nice! Good to know.
I'm going to buy so much junk and useless stuff to leave there, so I can use it for downtime or RP between adventures.

De we have a room in the Pathfinder Lodge? That we can leave some of our stuff.
The Repair Kit is very useful and something Ashun would probably get, but given my strength is 10, my bulk limit is 5+9L (right?), so he probably wouldn't be carrying around much more than he is right now.

Ashun comes back with a repair kit also, and checking his formula book
"I could probably use these to build something fun in the future..."

Ashun is trained in Medicine and expert in Crafting.
I'll probably get expert in Medicine next too.

"Could we tie our ropes together to make it a hundred feet? Or is it safer for it to be a single one? And even if my specialty is alchemy focused, I may be able to use a repair kit for other stuff. After that, is the only missing item the axe?"
He takes notes on what were suggested, what they are need and what they have.
Ashun's Equipment

The changeling looks a bit worried
"Oh, one hour? I suggest we must run then. Thank you, you two.", he does a polite bow to Bjersig and Lirall.

He looks towards the others, "Shall we?"

"Who knows? Maybe it is to avoid falling objects or to seem taller."
He gives a jestful smile to Bee
"Either way, what are our plans for now?"

"Even though I hail from Whistledown and grew accostumed to the cold of the nearby mountains, I must admit I have never been somewhere this extreme."

Ashun finds it amusing that the three gnomes had been given conical hats
"Well, they do fit your style. I would say that given the heavy snow, it is probably a way to not lose the small people in a snowstorm. You know, with the bright colours making it easier to see them in the white background."
Deception: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5
He is clearly making stuff up.

After the presentation, Ashun smiles a bit awkward to his group
"Well... Good luck to you all. Because I am terrible at physical activities, so I will be participating just to serve as moral support for you amazing friends."

since it takes a few weeks, can I craft something during the trip? I have a cauldron (and an alchemist's lab). probably something inconsequential, like a nectar of purification/ration tonic/antidote. Just for this adventure alone
It should take ~6 days on a crit sucess and ~11 days on a normal sucess for a batch of 4
Please? <3

Ashun sighs and goes to clean up his stuff.
While gathering his bearings and trying to clean the mess, the changeling gives a happy nod to Ami
"Good to have you with us. Pardon the weird introductions."

"I never thought about giving Bea clothes. Although he is very vocal about things he does not like, it is hard to know the things he enjoy."

Ashun looks around the room searching for his iguana, just to see his backpack and it's contents scattered across the floor and the dinos covered in potion paint.
"Bea!"

The changeling nods to the gnome writer as he's leaving
"It is okay, I hope we can get to talk more in the future, Macondi. Good luck!"

He takes another quick glance to the documents
"I do not know much of Ice ferry, but I think we may need some cold protection given the name. "

He gives a look at the tickets, and back to the party
"Is everyone going?"

Oh, I know
I would never do something like that.
I've been DMing for almost 8 years or so, so I know how awful that'd be.

I was just curious on the rulings. And that helps a lot, thanks!