Calas "Thin-blood" Kewadin's page

I'm trying to drink blood, but I also may have a slightly skewed idea of what's going on. I'm a bit high on medication right now.

Calas swung at the thug, but the thug was smarter than he thought. The thug countered Calas' swing turning his weight against him.

Fine then

Rage, then Flurry of Blows with bite

Attack1: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16
Attack2: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12

Damage1: 1d6 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7 +2 Con damage
Damage2: 1d6 + 5 ⇒ (5) + 5 = 10 +2 Con damage

Did I get to make that attack of opportunity, or should I act as normal?

Guess I should ask, by "slugged" was I hit by a fist? And if so, do I get an attack of opportunity and is it lethal damage?

Calas jumped over the trash, and the last few stragglers. He landed in front of one of his targets. A hopefully tasty one too.

[i]However... maybe I shouldn't spend too much on this one.

"You will do, so let us make this quick", Calas told the thug, "What do you think?"

Move to the thug

Punch him in the face

Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15
Damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Yes that would be very useful for us late-arrivals that are trying to figure out whom to smack.

Though if time/energy is lacking I personally would mind just a short list of which foes that are still active and their approximative location!

That'll do.

Mind if we get a battle map?

Calas ducks and weaves through the crowd, jumping over some as they pass. However, there were too many. It was all he could do to keep from being trampled by the rampage.

Luckily though, the area around his companions had cleared. It was easy to find them and the meals he sought.

I'm not sure if it was said yet, but are any of the thugs we are beating up draw?

Heya, Sorry for the absence. Laptop died on me, followed shortly by hurricane Mathew. Been a fun couple weeks.

We are creatures of chaos, who needs a plan?

@Saeras

I agree on all counts, especially that last part about the "most esteemed business partner"

Calas didn't like the idea of leaving his family alone, but the thought of a fight was appealing too.

"I still have a bit of rage to work out... sure, I'll go with you."

Approaching the orc Calas asks, "Where are the others?"

Damnit, did something happen while we were gone? Did the shop-keeper betray us?

Calas did his best to keep his composure while he waited on the orc's response. It wouldn't be good to show any weakness at this point.

Anyone know where Vantrag went?

If not, I'll give another day before I start going about business as normal.

Calas raises his eye-brows.

"Sing? You'll have to show me that one. I don't think I've ever seen stones sing."

Then turning to the others.

"If there are no objections, we should get back. So, are there any?"

Calas looks down at the three.

"Stoneworkers? Isn't that typically a slave's job?"

Calas grins as his aunt comes out.

"How did it go aunt Vantrag?"

He gives the drow a significant glance before addressing his aunt/matron again.

"Should we prepare for some more blood?"

There are about 5-6 people leaning towards the company thing, but about half of what was of the "wouldn't mind" level. And seeing it is an event that would sorta derail the premise of the game ("you work for a noble House") I would loathe to run over someone whom are still mostly attached to that idea.

I guess the best would be to actually get some IC time and see how much of House Kewadin that can be salvaged before we do anything drastic :P

I'd actually like to throw my support behind this idea. It's not like we can't... "persuade" the priestess later.

I wonder if we can bring back one ... or both of them ... from the brink of death, would they be willing to get on board with the company idea. Maybe not, but if our house assets have been so reduced, then perhaps they could see the wisdom in it.

Maybe the Council's healing can leave them still needing time to recover and in the meantime we can persuade them or something :)

Or we could "coerce" them into doing what is right for their own safety.

Also, I wouldn't mind facilitating the shop's fight if we want to do that.

The DM could say the price is higher after seeing the curse, or they could be to late and the curse killed them.

From Vantrag's position she could just look in the pouch and see that it's not as much as she thought or that some was lost while fleeing. If you go full revision you could just think about what it would mean to be free from two controlling family members who have already proved inapt. It's her chance for a fresh start, to be free to pursue her own path. Your not lawful and a drow so just letting them die and choosing not to help is enough.

I would not save them and go rogue. They seem like "normal" drow so they will kill us or force us to kill them. We would also lose all access to any remaining assets.

P.S. Why do I feel like an evil jimmy cricket, your drow and some of you are even evil. What is with all this baseless loyalty and lack of ambition. Your all freaking me out with all this moral fiber. xP

Hey! I'm speaking mostly out of character here... Just forget the part where Calas is SUPER loyal to family and doesn't really care about politics beyond helping his family get what they want.

Um, I went ahead and gave her the gold before I saw these posts -- OOC I vote for "go company" as well but I don't know what I should do in character about that? (Yeah, I really did just happen to have 2,000gp on hand.)

We could save them, and go rogue? Would make for some interesting frenemies. Or they could join us in the company route? Though I doubt they'd like taking orders... though judging from how the house was handled, making them figure-heads would be easy.

Hell, I've a feeling if we went full house again, making them puppets wouldn't be that hard either.

My vote is still Company, just musing.

Company

I'm leaning to the company route as well. Heck, Calas could be the figure-head you're looking for too. Loyal and kind to the family, no real ambition, not really great at political maneuvering, but strong* enough to kill anyone that tries to kill him.

As for the two half-dead priestess... eh,
IC Calas would prefer to not kill them, since they are family after all.

OOC The family member that Calas was tied to with the "family ties" drawback could easily be transferred to Vantrag or any of the other surviving family. So killing them and holding them as a trump card for later won't be too much of a problem.

Regardless, I'll have to think of some appropriate mental trauma for Calas to go through once the shock of most of his family dying actually hits him.

Erp. That idea grew into quite the wall, sorry about that!

Hopefully it will produce something useful - if only the spectacle : )

No No! Please go ahead. Your idea is much better than what I was going to do. I'm very curious to see how this one plays out.

Calas notices the hand motions but...

Damn... I really should have paid attention to those lessons. I've no idea what he's trying to tell me.

...he doesn't know the Drow's sign language.

"Well... we're here. We might as well settle in as they discuss."

Calas takes a good look around, taking stock of the room they are in before finding a comfortable spot to relax that wouldn't also be ruined by dried blood.

"Rest while you can everyone."

Calas smiles and steps back to allow his aunt and Saeras to speak. No need for him to butt in when others were far more apt at it.

The guard scoffs. Another one. And who are you? We've had thirteen delegations come to the council claiming the same thing so far today.

If any of the others that came with the Council group want to speak up, feel free. Calas is definitely not the diplomancer of this group. Also, Phaenox if you want to come I don't see why you can't.

I doubt we'll get in without introducing ourselves, so might as well get it over with.

Calas flashed his sharp teeth at the guards. "Ah. Apologies gentlemen", he began, "I'm a bit testy at the moment, and have forgotten my manners. I'm Calas, of house Kewadin and we're here to show house Vandree's failure."

[i]I could introduce us as house Kewadin, but there's still the possibility of our enemies hiding out somewhere nearby.[i]

Calas addresses the immediately visible guards.
"We are here to speak to the council about a house's recent failure. A failure that I'm sure the council will want to hear."

Drow speak elvish as a default. Also, if we are speaking elvish then I need to adjust my character or retcon. Calas doesn't know elvish, it's common and undercommom.

Common"That wouldn't be proof. Us existing is proof."

I'm new to the forum posting game. Is it considered bad manners to post a reply when a person I've talked to in a previous post has had a chance to post?

Specifically Vantrag hasn't had a chance to reply yet, but I'd like to reply to Nathaniel.

Common Responding to Nathaniel, "Either we all move together, with grandma and my aunt. Or we split up. Some stay here to protect grandma and auntie, while the rest proceed to the council," Calas pauses to sigh, "Both options have problems. Walking through the city with two unconcious priestess' will attract a lot of attention. Splitting the group makes us weaker if there is an attack."

"So we have the option of stealth, or strength. Our enemies vastly outnumber us, so if our strength met theirs... we'd likely lose. However, if we use stealth and make it to the council. Then our enemies lives are forfeit."

Calas ran a hand through his hair as he though. Honestly, I don't like either option. There's too much risk... Then a thought came to him.

Undercommon"Auntie? Do we by chance have access to some magic that would let us send a message? It would make sense to have one on hand in this hiding spot... If not, could we purchase one?" Calas asked before continuing, "If we can get a message out without splitting up or risking ourselves then things become far less risky."

Calas stayed near the entrance, counting his companions as they came in.

There should be nine... no, eight. Vicalan left. If we are short one, or over one then either someone got lost, abducted, killed, or we have a spy.

He listened as his aunt talked and spoke up when she paused.

Undercommon"The half-orc also expressed a desire to see the council aunt."

While I appreciate the loan, Hakk doesn't wear much clothing...

He's mostly fur, a loincloth, and an adventurer's sash to carry stuff. Is that enough to fashion a cloak from using the sleeves?

Calas wills his sleeves to change his clothing to something more common. The clothes shift until they match the attire of those in the market. Then he removed the mask he had lifted from one of their assailants, stowing it for later.

"Don't mind him aunt, he's just a grump. Lead the way once you're ready.'

Then responding to the half-orc in common, "Do you really want to meet with the council? You? A slave?"

Calas frowned at that last... Something doesn't sound right about that.

The thing about being a slave is, that I am on borrowed time anyway...lol.

I shall attempt to make suggestions, IC, through Calas, since he is the only one Nate has some communication with.

I have been trying to continue pulling you into the story since I believe in one of two characters that can speak common. I plan to pick up elvish next level to supplement my undercommon.

Woo. Sorry for my slowness. Been out in the field for the past three days. Nearing the end of this training now.

and I'm sure we'll come across you in some very mysterious way that was not at all orchestrated. NOT AT ALL ORCHESTRATED

Calas smiled as everyone came together... well most everyone.

Lolth's favored... Never thought I'd be one of her favored.

Then seeing Nathaniel's impatience, Calas realized no one had translated for him.

common"We are going taking the Matron and my aunt to a trusted ally to protect them while the rest of us talk to the council," he said to Nathaniel.

Then turning to his aunt Vantrag, undercommon"If Hakk is staying with the matron then I'll stay with you aunt. As the acting Matron someone needs to make sure you don't get assaulted."

Hmm. Revenge for your former teacher is improbable, doesn't fit how Calas thinks, and wouldn't convince the rest. Fortune isn't in the cards either. Curiosity? Maybe.

Knowledge may do it, but magical knowledge isn't something Calas could offer.

Best I can think of is to straight up ask the non nobles what they want in return for staying.

I don't think that'd work well with most of the party. More likely to cause division. You're more likely to gain long term loyalty and support with sugar than with a stick.

Eh. It's more like, you're affiliated with a crumbling house. You're a target too.

Yeah I'm thinking on that one. The reasoning I gave was half-baked, trying to think on and expand on the idea more.

Calas frowns at Vicalan as he voices his fickleness.

"If you think you will be able to leave just yet, you're wrong. Whether you like it or not, you're associated with the house. The council is a good idea though."

Then, looking at Phaenox. "What about your family, would they be willing and able to help us?"

Calas stays as close to the matron and his aunt as he can as they run.

I swear we closed that passage... How did they find us?

Oh. Azzra'els crit. Thought you meant you crited against one of us.

And I look again to confirm... ya, that is a crit. On a caster... *sigh*

Tell your dice to chill. If I die, I'm going to make a a debuffer from hell to even the odds.

Just wanted to apologize for not working on the info sheet in awhile. My time is limited during my training, so won't be able to update that till sometime near the end of this month.

Also, I think everyone has posted their turns right?

oooh thanks... I didn't notice... I just posted and skedaddled because i am getting ready for a class today... short on time.

No problem ^_^

I'm just happy that you're making up for my misses.

Azzra'el you crit, need to confirm it.

>.>

Your going to make me have to summon another hell hound to take care of things. Aren't you, you dirty little dice.

@Calas
I suggest you go just straight up unchained monk if you do, their pretty good from what I hear. As well as consistent if built right.

But... but... I like fun themed builds. Actually, I wish they'd errata that the regular monk used the higher hit dice, BAB, and flurry that the unchained has. But... I'll live I guess.

And sorry, but I've not gotten enough use of this natural attacks flurry thing to be satisfied. Current thought I'm having is a white haired witch, unchained monk type build. Mostly White haired witch. Basically, I'd use flurry so I can get iteratives with the hair. My attack rolls wouldn't be impressive, but I'd off-set them with witch debuff touch attack spells. Such as limp lash and ray of enfeeblement.