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You did fine. For what it's worth, I know I wasn't up to my usual quality either. I started a new full-time job for the first time in a few years (just graduated grad school in december), so my schedule drastically changed and it affected my posting.

"Everything went smoothly, especially in no small part thanks to The Pale Butcher's great strength and skill. I did not even need to--um...nevermind."

It's a trained-only skill and I have nothing remotely appropriate for dealing with animals :(

Bethany gasps as Butch completely obliterates that Aspis operative, and she holds off from any further action for the time being.

Delay

Bethany quietly moves closer to Butch, tapping her hand against her weapon as she mutters a blessing.

Butch’s weapon counts as good aligned and does an extra 1d6 damage vs evil targets for the next minute

Satisfied that everyone is close enough together, Bethany calls upon Apsu for a blessing.

Bless, and I think everyone should be just in range, thanks to it being an emanation (iirc) and going around corners

Bethany heads off towards the mushroom, watching anxiously for any assailants.

Double move

Bethany calls upon Apsu’s protection to guard her against the oncoming Aspis. Cast Shield of Faith on herself

Bethany points to one of the crates. ”Maybe we can push crates up against the door? Or rip o—I mean remove one of the boards from a crate to bar the door?”

Bethany takes up a spot out of line of sight of the doors inside.

Placed and ready!

"Um, we have disguise kits, too. Is anyone good at disguising themselves? Maybe The Pale Butcher? Maybe we could have someone disguised so they can direct the Aspis to the entrance we want, or to direct the Kortos people away?"

It's rough at level 1 as a warpriest re: skills. Bethany can diplo and perceive but not much else atm :/

Bethany kneels down to pet the dogs. ”Maybe someone should stay as a lookout? Or to try to delay them farther away? The earlier we are able to slow them down, the better. At least that’s what I think.”

Yeah Bethany wants to get in there!

Bethany will go to the front door with the others, as she is also not much of a scout. She pulls up her hood and begins praying, hands clasped.

Bethany, solemn, hangs her head low. ”I apologize if we went against your wishes in any way. We made a call as a group, and we stand by it.”

"Excellent work everyone. We have made the streets a touch safer. And I didn't even need to--" She cuts herself off. "--um, nevermind." She pauses and says a prayer of thanks to Apsu.

Bethany clenches her fist as the bug leaves itself open for an attack, but she loosens it as soon as it falls, bisected. She lets out the tension with a breath and strides forward to The Pale Butcher’s side. ”May Apsu empower your blade, Maiden.” She charges her hand with a silvery glow then touches Butch’s falchion.

Butch’s falchion now does an extra 1d6 vs evil targets for 1 minute and bypasses DR/good

My parents and sister are in town so I’m out with them. I’ll get my turn up later tonight. My apologies for the delay.

Don’t forget bless!

Got Bethany placed on the map! Sorry about that. My final thesis turn in was yesterday. My schedule is substantially freer now!

Bethany holds up her holy symbol from her necklace. "Friends! Feel the blessing of Apsu, the Waybringer. Steel your hearts and fight with courage."

Casting Bless on the party as her surprise round action

Bethany says a brief prayer to Apsu, clasping her hands, hand over fist. ”I am also alright with waiting and taking the direct approach.”. Still clasping her hands, she absentmindedly cracks her knuckles.

Realizing that her current method is not working at all, Bethany takes a different approach. She begins closely watching the other patrons and taking note of how and when they move so that she can match them and blend in better.

Perception: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20

Bluff: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (2) + 0 = 2

Bethany is woefully inadequate at any form of trickery, her attempts at keeping herself inconspicuous only making her more stiff and noticeable.

Bethany sits with Butch, taking a coffee or tea instead of alcohol, if they have it. ”I apologize for the Calistrian’s comment earlier. I could tell that it upset you, and I can see why now. Is there anything I can do to help as a simple healer?”

While they talk, Bethany also keeps an eye out. Perception: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16

Bethany only recently stocked up on purchases and thus lacks the funding for anything else. She happily assists the others with their shopping and in carrying luggage. While her robes cover up her silhouette, she appears to be much stronger than one might assume.

Bethany baps the palm of her hand against her forehead. "Oh, right. My mistake. I got excited trying to figure out how to puzzle it out. We should definitely fight the alchemist then. I completely agree."

"I would suggest leaving Laszo for last. That task sounds like it will be the messiest to follow through on, as alchemists tend to make lots of explosions and its sounds like we will have to fight. If we do it first and make a mistake, we might catch heat from the rest of the town. If we make a mistake on one of the missions requiring more dissembling, we could take a more direct approach with the alchemist to save time."

Bethany reads over the list of tasks again, resting her finger lightly against her chin. "I do like the idea of closing down the bar or otherwise forcing them to cancel the meeting. Something less sensational than a fire. It is an elegant solution that limits the danger to civilians and keeps our names out of it. Perhaps we can use this information we've gathered about the bar owner."

Bethany claps her hands together decisively. "My vote is stop the meeting first, then the ship, then beat up the bloody--" Her voice changes for a moment, becoming harsher and rougher, but she cuts herself off and regains her composure. "--the alchemist. Though I would be also happy with reversing the order of the first two."

Bethany begins considering a response to Raimei’s friendly disparaging of Apsu, but Ambrus Valsin’s arrival has her leave that matter for later. She stands and curtsies for the Venture-Captain. ”I am honored to have been selected for this mission by you. I will do my best.”

Bethany curtsies for the other members of the team, her form poised and graceful. ”I am Bethany. It is my pleasure.”

She takes a seat next to “Butch” and holds out the wayfinder for her to look at more closely, if she wishes. ”I am certain you could teach me as much as I could teach you, if not more. I’m simply a common girl from the countryside trying to bring the Waybringer’s teachings to more people.” Despite her speaking of being a mere commoner, her speech is far too practiced and precise for someone provincial, though she doesn’t appear to be lying about her origins either. Furthermore, she keeps adjusting her posture, the position of her hands, her expression as she moves and talks, as though she has to constantly force herself into more a demure and “lady-like” bearing.

Perhaps because of this awareness of her own body, Bethany notes Butch’s tense demeanor. ”You are among friends and comrades here, Ms. Butcher. Your vigilance is appreciated, but unnecessary.” She considers placing a calming hand on the Gray Maiden’s arm, but thinks better of it.

Bethany blushes at the wink, not expecting to find herself in a casual conversation with a nice woman. "Thank you for your kind words. I am trying my best to follow where the Waybringer leads me. It's a pleasure to meet you, Zarah."

A humble Varisian woman from Galt wearing the robes of a traveling novice cleric. With no armor, she looks more like a peasant woman than an adventurer. She holds a staff in one hand and rests her other on her heart. She boards, approaching the Varisian woman at the helm. ”Are you looking for Pathfinder agents? I was told to report here.” Her voice is soothing and articulate without the slightest hint of provincial character. Imagine a proper french accent She pulls out a wayfinder from her bag and holds it up. ”I am Bethany Tarascon Provence, a wandering priestess of Apsu. I recently finished my confirmation.” Bethany gives the Gray Maiden a shy smile while she waits for a reply from the Varisian woman.

None of my characters are straight people. Even the straight people aren’t straight people.

Bethany is a surprise :)

Okay! Finished uploading Bethany's profile and building her. She has one chronicle of credit from the Confirmation

4. Day job roll n/a
5. Initiative mod +1
6. Perception mod +7
7. Nothing crazy mechanically, aside from the EotT boon. She's just a traveling healer ;D

I need to finish building her, but I’ve got this girl to submit.

1. Player name Evie T.
2. Character name Bethany Provence
3. PFS number + PC number [/b 99807-26
[b]4. Day job roll TBD
5. Initiative mod TBD
6. Perception mod TBD
7. Has my boon from EotT for an extra +2 to a stat