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I'd like to submit Bexerian deBonn (just 'Bexer' in most cases) for consideration. The profile is the character at level 1. If his class (Sythesist Summoner) doesn't immediately bin him, I can update to level for easily (and will take care to not build him overpowered). I didn't choose a Kingmaker trait as one of his traits; if that is required, I can adjust. Mostly I'm playing off of the available options of having Numeria right next door.
At this point, I'm afraid I'll have to drop. Good Luck, all
Bexer will again have Fidget attack, this time with both hooves:
Feeling that he's getting the rhythm of the fight, he'll stay mounted.
With some misgivings, Bexer will ride forward, allowing prompting Fidge to attack, rather than drawing his greatsword. While moving, he will call out in Draconic:
Draconic:
"Put down your weapons or you will surely be destroyed" Presuming the Kobolds do *not* stand down, Bexer will have Fidget attack:
"Be aware...kobolds ahead. They don't seem to have noticed us yet." Bexer keeps riding forward, curious as to what they are so intent on eating.
As he mounts, Bexer turns to the others, "We may want to see if Jhod is interested in joining us. I have some concerns about our severely reduced size."
"As much as I hate to say it, it may be that the best response to this particular tactic is a very swift execution. This wasn't just banditry, but an attempt to suborn the charter we hold, which is tantamount to treason."
"As Orsino said, we cleared a spider's nest, of sorts. But no bandits" Bexer turns to the rest of the group, "I think we need to accelerate our explorations. These bandits are too clever and organized for my comfort, and if we do not begin to seize the initiative, we are going to find ourselves outmaneuvered."
[I]These bandits are more subtle than I gave them credit for. We'll need to take care...and yet move quicker, I think[/b] Bexer heads off to get the horses settled in and rubbed down, returning without his heavy armor to sit and eat a bit before discussing things further.
Bexer moves his horse forward past Orsino, his posture relaxed, his movements non-threatening. "Captain, these men are lying; the evidence is clear. You were sent by Restov to guard Oleg's Trading Post, were you not, and by your words there is no doubt that this is Oleg. Would Restov send you to defend a bandit and murderer?" "Have we, in the main, struck you as bandits and murderers?" "These men have come up with an interesting way to try and prevent us from further interfering in their operation, but that is all there is to it."
Bexer notes the amulets on the newcomer's belts, "hrm, I suspect someone else is hunting the bandits in the area, and thinks we may be poaching on their bounty." Bexer rides casually, ready to draw if necessary, but with his sword sheathed.
"While I am no sorcerer, I *may* be able to make use of such a ring, although the spell you describe is not familiar to me."
If MikHaela says there is something down there, and her Detect Magic is unable to pinpoint the location after 3 rounds, Bexer will descend in the hole and search manually ()
"Tell you what, Ranzo, drop the 'T' and pronounce it Bexer, and you can have as much light as you'd like."
Bexer will continue to renew the light, and will keep an eye out for any other creatures.
Bexer strikes out as the strange spider moves.
Bexer steps forward and strikes.
Bexer concentrates, casting Enlarge Person.
Bexer pauses and looks about before casting Light upon his sword.
"We're here to investigate...so let's investigate." Bexer unsheathes his sword and begins following the drag marks.
Bexer raises a hand, "Hold up a moment. Something is in the area. Tessandriel, can you take a look at these?" Dismounting, Bexer casts Light on a small rock near one of the drag marks, "I'm wondering if something is trying not to be noticed..."
Bexer would rather go forward than back (i.e. let's finish the hex)
Somewhat bemused, Bexer mounts up and continues.
Bexer looks down at the wild man, Looks like living out here has turned him strange "We're not bandits, sir. In fact, we are hunting them. Oleg mentioned we might find you out here. Have you been sign of bandits or other dangers recently?"
(Bexer rides along in companionable silence)
Kesten might be a problem over time, but I haven't seen any indication that he's down to stealing at this point. I have no issue either way regarding the alcohol. The rest of the loot should provide enough for Bexer's needs in the short term.
Bexer looks at his current share of the treasure, considering, then hands most of it back to Oleg, "I'll need a light crossbow and a score of bolts"
"I don't think we're going to be able to make it back every night, particularly as we range further out, but it we can do so, I have no real objection."
That works for me...
I marked the items in red on the loot sheet that I think we should sell, along with theoretical sale values (we'll need appraisals for some of the items, or just trust Oleg not to cheat us, which would be fine with me). I know Ranzo would like to get a party fund established..does it sound reasonable to give the 'party fund' a double share (dividing all the current loot by 8, and future loot by nine)?
On hearing of Kesten's judgment, Bexer shrugs, Surprising, but just as well, I suppose. Now we can move on to other things. "Oleg, I how much can you give us for this stuff, and can we get a better deal for store credit than for pure cash?"
Once dickering is done there, Bexer will approach the others, "I know we have some thoughts about where the leader of these bandits is, but I think it would be prudent to make sure there are no other camps nearby. I suggest we explore outwards in an arc moving southward, getting the lay of the land and clearing out any dangers as we go." Bexer unrolls the rough map we have and runs his finger in a set of semicircular arcs ,"After we complete that, assuming we don't have reason to return before then, we return here, resupply and plan our next outing. Thoughts?"
hrm...Orsino is a no-brainer for Prosecutor. I think I'd lean towards Komana as advocate. She has the same views as Mikhaela, and having a member of the nobility be part of the proceedings will help to legitimize them. Judge is difficult...I suggest Tessandriel, As I think she has generally stayed apart from our various debates on the subject.
Bexer blinks, clearly surprised. "An formal trial. More than I expected anyone to be interested in. Thank you, Orsino. If we can make this work, we may be able to set a pattern we can all live with."
Do I smell Elder Scrolls Online? ;)
"These 'salt mines' of yours would be a solution, if we had a number of men to escort criminals to them, and I apologize if I am misinformed here, but frankly, have no reason to believe they actually exist." Bexer turns to the group in general, "Look, I know some of you are against killing these criminals regardless of their crimes, but it simply isn't practical to catch and release bandits in the wild. Petty criminals in the city may have some other alternatives, but these are not petty criminals, and we are not in civilized territory." "We have the implied authority to decide not to kill those we find sufficiently repentant...that does not mean it would be responsible to withhold the legal punishment from every bandit who does not happen to fall in battle." "I say we give them a quick and fair trial, vote on conviction or mercy, and exile those who don't merit the noose, to be summarily executed if they return. In an extreme case they could be allowed to work off their guilt, I suppose, but that really should be the exception, not the rule." "We have duties, and sometimes those duties are going to be unpleasant. We shouldn't be barbaric about it, but we are still going to have to have the backbone to make the hard choices."
Bexer listens to Ranzo's discussion with Kesten, staying silent, An interesting claim...let's see if it floats
"I think we'll want Oleg to take a look first, as some of these may well belong to him." Bexer indicates the 3 crates before he goes to the bunkhouse to clean up and remove his armor.
Bexer rummages about in his backpack for a moment before presenting his copy of the charter, "I am Bexer. My companions and I were chartered to explore and tame the local wilderness." His tone is business-like, neither friendly nor hostile. "We have prisoners. Bandits who surrendered to us. I believe we'll need to speak to your commanding officer"
Bexer thinks for a long moment, before shrugging and turning back north,"If one of you is inclined to arrow him down, I have no objection."
Bexer sighs Just a common run of the mill bandit, then. I'd hoped for better. "No. We are from Brevoy. We're here to end bandits here. Drop the bow. Now."
I could take him *chances of fatal damage are approximately 2.5%*..shut up. But that's premature. "Hold on there. I'm not threatening you, but I'm not surrendering either. Point that bow at the ground and we can talk like rational men."
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