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I got it awhile back cuz it was cheaper and fit the theme.
Guess Alchemical silver ain't gotta *cut* it. Heh. I'll just focus on the blobbies and the presumably captives?
Rather annoyed with the devil'sassuredness, the gnome cleared his throat and proceeded to address their opponent in Abyssal Demonic screeching: Bastargrae sniffed, unimpressed.
Well, since you ARE a devil and all...a smarmy self-important excuse of one, at that...You seem to think us a joke. That we can't harm you with what armaments you CAN see.
We've had a pretty consistent track record thus far and by my calculations we can only progress further. I know you devils aren't to fond of being summoned and bound to service but your sort seem to REALLY dislike getting sent back in certain fashions. Now, how about you enlighten us: what exactly happens to your ilk when you get booted back down in hole? He moved with his companions to attack, bared needle of his swordcane leading.
Bastargrae stepped out, dipping into a bow and tipping his top hat. Tis as my companions say, Sir Elgadazum! We're merely inspecting our new residence and making sure things are on the up in up. You know how these things go. Making sure your investments hold water and all. Evicting squatters and eradicating pests. He studied the chain devil, searching its visage for any tells to give him any information that could aid them
Suspicious as the greeting, Bastargrae peered out from behind his companions peevishly. Hmmmm...
Steeling his nerve, Bastargrae released the breath he'd been holding. He rummaged in his poncho and plucked a vial that held one of his newer concoctions. He popped the vial with a deft flick of his thumbnail and sucked it down with a pucker. It had an acrid vinegary tang from the flashed-boiled spider and other ingredients that finished with a hint of walnut.
He twisted his cane to unscathed its hidden blade, it's alchemical silver gleaming dully in the gloom.
Bastargrae took this opportunity to search the cell of a room for anything noteworthy
Bastargrae cautiously inspected the nearby rooms
Bastargrae nodded his head in agreement at Strica's declaration.Indeed, my dear. I shall strike unseen with my extracts and dart underfoot.I shall scout ahead until I am needed to engage.
Stumbling on a bit of debris, the gnome managed to catch himself. Feeling a nearby wall, tapping with his sword and, he scrutinized their surroundings as he went.
To pursue or not to pursue,tis the question...Looks like that would be running headlong into an ambush. The whistling was obviously sounding a signal.
Bastargrae rubbed at his chin, squinting at the blockade as he mulled it over
The gnome couldn't stifle a jaw popping yawn that seized him. Hm. Yes, Tis been a rather eventful evening. A good night's rest and we can make further plans.
Bastargrae fought the overwhelming surge of horror at the sight of the pristine gold filigree porcelain smashed like common trash. He bit back his protest at the destruction of the masterwork teacup. When he recieved a shard of the cup, a curved bit that contained what remained of the handle, he bowed his head solemnly. It was a rather theatric gesture. Many thanks, good sir.
I'm but a humble tea merchant...NO ONE tells me what tea I can and cannot partake! Outlawing mint was the pin in the cushion. I could not standby with such nonsense gripping my city!
The safest place for us all in the meantime.
Bastargrae squinted and flicked a thumb, sending a sparkling silver piece slinging from his hand with the force of a loose crossbody into one on their harasser. It hit flesh with an audible thmp. I'd take Indrio up on his kind offer. Otherwise,I'll be digging these coins out of your still warm corpses later.
Bastargrae hastily retrieved and sucked down its contents, grimacing at the tangy taste of coin shavings. He held three gold coins between his fingers, ready to launch.
Unfortunately yes,functionally. I can make the extract but they only effect myself. I probably can craft healing potions through alchemy but I would have to make a concentrated effort. I can become the support healer aside from skill monkey
No worries, Marquel. I am here since Thrune was mad enough to declare what sort of teas I was fit to sell. And outlawed mint. Mint! Of all things. The tea merchant rubbed at his chin as an afterthought struck him. That and the fact those Thrune enforcers attempted to outright murder me and other peaceful protesters with excessive lethal force the day this madness began...
Bastargrae leaned against a slimy wall, huffing through his teeth as the effects of his extracts wearing off, the adrenaline, and the fall finally settling on him. Apologies, goodser,we merely wished to extract you without putting you at risk of combat. I did my best getting you out bit I am a tea merchant, not a strapping stud such as Erodel. He offered a hand, bowing in the dark out of habit. Bastargrae Sweetgulp,at your service. Again, forgive me for the rough handling. Why were you being held in that manor, if you don't mind me asking? Political prisoner?
Bastargrae grimaced at the ungainly landing and the general twinge of being unused to physical exertion. Goodness me, that's a new experience I do not wish to repeat. The gnome rubbed at his back and legs, hefting his cane.
He nodded to the others and took off at a sprightly jog. Make haste!
Awkwardly, the gnome proceeded to down the contents of two vials with the young man pretty much riding him piggy back. It was quite uncomfortable. A bit of ant carapace and deer fur from the mix of extracts made him choke as he fought not to gag. He really needed to take more care with his mixtures. Then again, the ingredients required didn't make the best teas.
Bastargrae rifled through his cloak, finding another phial he had prepared as a contingency. I know I might not look it, but I seem to be your ride to safety. You might want to hold onto me quite tightly. I will need a moment.
Okay dokey then
I dunno. Can he jump on my back or should I use any haul to carry him down?
Bastargrae gulped down his Jump extract in one go , stashing the empty phial back upon his person and sprang as though from a spring to the open window. The grasshopper leg bits caught in his throat and he coughed.
Hello, there, chap! Letter for ya. He handed the letter to the man as he balanced on the windowsill, watching the goings on below anxiously.
Bastargrae hacked and spat the contents of his guts at the awful beast, entangling it in a gluey mess that stuck it fast to the ground. He darted off, hoping the others could handle it, downing another extract as he made distance.
Hm. Bastargrae has Jump to reach the window but he's hella weak so I doubt he can have the person ride down on his back safely.
Bastargrae,recovering a vial and inhaling its contents with seconds to spare, retrieved the letter they were meant to deliver.
Hope you having a better time of it now,Bloodgarler. Anyways, I'm thinking I can hit it with an adhesive spittle to stick it in place, use expeditious retreat and take the letter and leg it to the window, and use jump to Mario my way up there. Any objections or suggestions?
Hm. I think I can be bait...I can use jump,expeditious retreat,adhesive spittle, and something that can make me invisible. Give the dog the run around to keep it off you guys and hopefully distracted enough it won't attract guards. While you guys deliver the letter.
bastargrae pondered,wondering if he could pretend to be an animal in distress to distract the hellhound.
Hellhound? Its Cheliax
Ay we gotta plan
Bastargrae, flattening his top hat and stowing it away, adjusted his drab poncho to better cover his albino alligator hide leathers.
Bastargrae will join team Stealth
Bastargrae is sneaky. And I think I can make an alter appearance extract as well if need be.
Oh yeah...Hm. Pickle. And we killed that torturer so they on the lookout for us.
Oh, dear...We've just been cut off,it seems. Do we attempt to bluff our way through or double back through the sewers? Unless we have enough for bribes for all of us?
How long do we have before we make it to cover? We may need to disguise Niro to proceed unmolested.
I'm back for good now.
Bastargrae paused to check the downed cultist.
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