Seeing the sniper in the distance, Brother Ionacu runs with impossible speed towards the House Kaijitsu emporium, just to the south of the Shrine of Desna. Nearing his target, he calls upon his mythic power to continue his rush forward...
Mythic impossible speed --> full move (160') + Swift action Mythic Champion Fleet Charge (80')
"I believe that while the damage that was done is irreparable, her intention was to end the conflict," Brother Ionacu opines while keeping an eye on the swimming hobgoblins. "Hopefully, her sacrifice will not have been in vain."
"What matters most now finding out why this attack took place and to what ends..."
With impossible speed, Brother Ionacu swiftly sprints across the deck, suffering an attack of opportunity from the hobgoblin standing before him.
Mythic Champion Fleet Charge
Upon reaching the slender hooded figure, he strikes a pressure point...
melee touch attack:1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 8 + 1 = 14 If the attack is successful, the target must make a concentration check (DC 15 + twice spell level) to cast any spell or to use a spell-like ability in addition to any other required concentration checks. If the concentration check is failed, the target’s spell is wasted. Duration: 1 round.
...and then strikes with a furious stunning fist...
...shouting a loud Kiai that resounds across the water, warning all of the danger!
If the stunning fist attack is successful, Brother Ionacu can demoralize as a free action. demoralize:1d20 + 10 + 10 ⇒ (20) + 10 + 10 = 40
If any of the attacks miss, Ionacu will use a mythic surge to increase the roll. Mythic surge:1d6 ⇒ 6
Can Brother Ionacu attack the slender hooded figure? By either moving through enemy squares, jumping onto the ship, or taking the long way around? Keep in mind that his base speed is 70, and can be increased to 80!
Understanding that *someone* is up above cutting the lines that hold the sails, Brother Ionacu incants a spell while looking for some way to sink the ship...
Cast Long Arm + Perception Perception:1d20 + 11 ⇒ (1) + 11 = 12
One last question: having heard the caster's voice, can Brother Ionacu pintpoint her position and attack despite her having full concealment? Perception:1d20 + 11 ⇒ (19) + 11 = 30
Seeing so many strangers staring away from the festival towards the anchored vessel in the distance, Brother Ionacu seems to make a decision. He casts a spell and turns to any nearby who seems worthy while also seeking out Brother Aleister who is usually constant companion but often becomes distracted by the food stalls.
"We should go see," he suggests, taking the first step in the direction of the ship.
Retcon: Pai Song had dragged Brother Ionacu with her, and pointed out to him the ship. So can I assume that he is with her, and now simply awakening from his reverie?
I am finally back! I'll roll a Perception check simply to see if I see anything out of the ordinary and/or see Aleister and join up with him and/or rejoin Pai...
Brother Ionacu awakens like from a dream. Still standing by the koi pond, he looks up and around...
Note to all: I will be away next week (on vacation with the kids) and it's unlikely that I'll be able to post more than occasionally, if at all. So feel free to bot Ionacu as you see fit!
"Brother Ionacu," the monk answers, surprised at his own lack of manners. "I am pleased to meet you and I would be honoured to have you at our side when comes the time to investigate the castle."
Brother Ionacu raises an eyebrow and shrugs as if to say, fair enough.
"Be that as it may, we'll certainly go have a look at the castle of which you spoke," the monk speaks while staring at the koi. "Something's not right – more out of the ordinary than ordinarily."
"What about these rumours of people acting in out of the ordinary fashion? Can you substantiate them?" Brother Ionacu asks, only too happy to spend some time sharing in the peace of the koi. Then, he stops. "No stranger to Thassilonian lore? Brother Aleister led me to believe that little is known of... the past..."
Clearly, the past is a sore point for this devout monk.
Brother Ionacu bows. "Your singing is wonderful," he compliments Pai Song, politely avoiding any mention of her shamisen.
"I am glad that we have a chance to speak," he continues, inviting her to walk with him to the koi pond. "You spoke last night about odd occurrences at the castle. And so did the fellow, Morgan Vestalis. Have you witnessed anything else, which was strange or peculiar? As I said, I am interested in Thassilonian lore, and this all seems to point to..."
He interrupts himself, signing the star of Lissala with superstitious devotion. Then, he smiles and, surprisingly, changes the subject: "I find the koi quite comforting. Time passes, but they remain the same. How long have you been in Sandpoint?"
How do you all feel about using spoilers, as above. IMHO, this allows private conversations to remain private, makes it easy to identify what posts players should read, and generally makes the thread easier to review...
Brother Ionacu meanders through the crowd, amazed by this strange new world. Everything is different, yet people are the same. He watches exasperated mothers scolding their dissipated sons, dry old men drinking bitter tea in the shade, and girls playing coy with eager young men. And he finds comfort in the thought that, for better or for worse, humanity hasn't changed so much.
He stops to listen to a singer whose song has enchanted the crowd. She has a wonderful voice... But her shamisen is absolutely terrible! Still, he stays and listens for a while, waiting for the Fujisaki Hachiman-gū ritual to begin.
Brother Ionacu is forever filled with the joy of life despite his years spent reliving the nightmare that was Earthfall, and he marvels at the wonders of the festival. Here and now, he finds it difficult to give credence to the rumours of dark deeds and evil magic. Here and now, there seems to be only happiness and virtue in this fair town.
Still, he remains vigilant as the sins of men are not often out in the light.
Those who know about the distant history of Thassilon would recognize Brothers Ionacu and Aleister as members of a defunct monastic order that was dedicated to defending the Seven Azlanti Virtues of Rule before they were perverted by the Runelords. But to most, Brother Ionacu is merely a monk wandering the streets...
Brother Ionacu smiles patiently when the fellow called Morgan Vestalis asks about their monastery and then, without waiting for an answer, plays another round of dice.
"Indeed, this place is far from peaceful," he concedes. "Perhaps I will take a stroll and find some semblance of tranquility under the stars. Brother Aleister, will you join me or do you prefer to remain inside?"
Melee + counterspell. Hopefully, Ionacu will shut down enemy spellcasters... No ranged attacks, but with a move speed of 70', getting there shouldn't be a problem!
So why don't we wait until after the festivities? First, it's a party. And second, there will be fewer people after the festival, which means fewer people snooping around...
"Indeed, we are both of us quite interested in Thassilonian lore," he answers the large and tan man before turning to Brother Aleister, obviously deferring to his better judgement. "Do you think that we should investigate the castle tomorrow? Or perhaps we can wait until after the festivities, which assuredly will be highly entertaining!"
Walking in behind Lissala's Chosen, Brother Ionacu is far more unassuming and pleasant-looking. He wears similar dark green robes, but his robes are of simple, albeit finely woven, cotton.
"Perhaps we should introduce ourselves," he suggests to his companion with a generous smile. "I am Brother Ionacu. This is Brother Aleister. We would be most honoured if you would allow us to sit at your table to hear your tales."
