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Thanks for the clarification Machaera. Do you have the previous spreadsheet as well then? I believe we did a split before that retrieving the tarot deck? I just wanted to cross check totals for my own invoicing purposes.

If the group is done shopping or prepping, we'll cut to going to Devargo's lair if that works.

Just some clarification required about how much we have to work with... but it shouldn't impact things too much. It's just a +1 here or there.

Same here, I have a bit over 1000, and a +1 armor.

Corvus, are you sure you haven't accidentally doubled up somewhere?

What is the current divide per player? Looking at the spreadsheet, the only value listed is 4889.5, but now that I'm looking from a pc so that I can see the formula, it looks like we had 1162 gold + the items sold below. Does the 1162 reflect the previous wealth update? Or was that credited out to the group?

Corvus will purchase a Mithril Chain Shirt +1 (2100 GP) and a wakizashi +1 (2,335).

Ready to start infiltration or negotations - that's the part that seems undecided.

Sounds like a good reason to upgrade to a tablet ;)

Glad to hear things went as expected then.

Corvus will appear as the Albatross or the Lt., depending on if we're raiding or doing this politically... but I believe we're ready to start visiting Eel's End?

There's no harm in knowledge skills either... Fly isn't bad, planning for higher levels where Fly gets cast on you or we get Griffons...

Everyone leveled up now at least?

Good luck with the procedure and take care of yourself...

+1 to an ability score at level 4 Headsman. Otherwise, check the delta for changes with your class, assuming you're not multi-classing.

Well, it looks like our group has exceeded the 30% average :P

Honestly, other than the concern over the anesthesia for an age under 3, the tubes weren't that bad. She's still getting sick at the same frequency, and if the congestion goes to her inner ear, the tubes are doing their job and draining them, or providing access for medication directly as opposed to taking antibiotics and risking antibiotic immune variants. It's a process I guess, just a tiring one.

Glad to hear that everyone went through them all right though.

Thanks all. I didn't mean to over hype the situation at all... these have mainly been colds/flu here and there. The main problem is that the congestion doesn't drain and back fills her inner ear - making it a stomping ground for an ear infection. It's apparently quite common, as the surgery to insert tubes (exposes the inner ear to let the fluid dry out) is the leading surgery for young children.

I'll just be happy when this period of building up the immune system ends.

chirp?

In general, real life is busier for me now with a 13 month old daughter, so there are days where little things from that just add up. She's in day care, so we've been seeing illnesses almost every 7 days... and had to get tubes put in due to those illnesses turning into ear infections constantly. I can't say I've had it worse than other parents, but it does consume a lot of time.

I have a feeling people are checking in, but at times, there are no updates, which prompts no additional updates, compounding the problem. Just a theory based on personal experience.

Vencarlo says "Welcome, Machaera. Try this sherry, Yanis, it's a local brand grown from the vineyards nearby and seasoned with cinnamon. Vencarlo takes a drink from his glass, squares his shoulders, and sets to business.

"After your successful defeat of Lamn and Vancaskerkin, Cressida and
I found out about a potential disruption in our trade with Cheliax. The problem is a man called Darvayne Gios Amprei, an ambassador from Cheliax. His disdain for Korvosa is well documented, though he makes no restraint in his efforts to enjoy our bounty. Even before our troubles from the death of the king, he was going to recommend an embargo be placed on us. However, I have learned that Ambassador Amprei is here to undermine Korvosa and make it his own, by causing the economy to drop and buy up large parts of the city at cheap prices. Obviously, we can't let that happen."

Vencarlo shifts his tone and says, "However, I have found out the Ambassador's foibles and double dealings have a cost. Ambassador Amprei likes to visit the Eel's End, a den of vice run by Devargo Barvasi, better known as the King of Spiders. He pays his vice taxes so the guard can't take any action, but he has underground contacts everywhere. So here is what I propose: You birds of prey swoop down on Eeel's End, contact Devargo and get whatever information on the Ambassador's illicit dealings, and then bring them back to me. Cressida and I can use that information and cut off the Ambassador's plan to make us all paupers under his thumb. I'll give you some gold to bribe him, but if things get violent, no one will miss Devargo. Also, here is your reward for defeating Vancaskerkin. 750 gp, I believe it was?

Vencarlo...

Ambassador Amprei...
Knowledge Local: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8
Profession-Merchant: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (7) + 9 = 16

Devargo Barvasi... Eel's End... a shady place. That's on Wave Street...
Knowledge Local: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (12) + 7 = 19
Profession-Merchant: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (14) + 9 = 23

HP: 1d8 ⇒ 5

Out of curiosity, has anyone figured out how to change/add character images for aliases? I tried to update an alias but I don't see the option to select an image anymore :(

The guards lead you back into the Citadel, as the renegade guardsmen go to meet their fate. Standing in Cressida's office is a handsome older gentlemen, wearing a black vest over a white undershirt, with black dueling pants that end in soft black boots. At his right hip is a well made (and well used) rapier. His deep green eyes gaze at you, evaluating your steps and movement.

He speaks in a deep, resonanting baritone (think Anthony Hopkins or Antonio Banderas from Zorro) "Ah, I see the Albatross and the Black Merlin have gathered more birds for their flock. And who are the two lovely swans that have accompanied the purveyors of justice?"

Is it assumed Corvus is in Vigilante costume then?

No problems hear moving things along...

"That's what we're here for Headsman. We're the checks that do the balancing."

Can anyone capture that statement by him? If we can, we can drop him off with the proper authorities with the evidence.

Justice or vengeance, just don't lose yourself in the process headsman.

"Do you have anything stronger there Doc? That doesn't appear to be cutting it."

Corvus nods at the Black Merlin's suggestion and steps forward to take his manacles to secure them to Vancaskerkin.

"Surrender and save yourself the headache!"

The Albatross readies an action to club him with his sap if he attempts an attack or tries to get up.

sap+2bab+4dex+1WF: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22
Non-Lethal: 1d6 + 3 + 2d4 ⇒ (5) + 3 + (1, 1) = 10

"Quick! Seize him while he's down!"

The Albatross rushes forward, bringing his padded baton down on the archer's head.

sap+2bab+4dex+1WF: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25
damage+hidden strike: 1d6 + 3 + 2d4 ⇒ (3) + 3 + (2, 4) = 12

Just for clarity, down as in knocked down, right? We're still in combat?

The bomb goes off on Machaera's initiative, right? So I guess that makes this move a delay to after her init... and then Corvus will move and attack any dazzled targets...

Sap BAB + Dex + WF: 1d20 + 2 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 4 + 1 = 8
damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Corvus AoO
Sap BAB + Dex + WF: 1d20 + 2 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (11) + 2 + 4 + 1 = 18

damage: 1d6 + 3 + 2d4 ⇒ (4) + 3 + (3, 3) = 13

sap, +2 BAB +4 Dex +1 WF: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25
damage, +2str, +1Lethal Grace: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7

Thanks Yanis....

The Albatross lunges at the goon outside Io's peripheral as she goes down (top one) to prevent a sucker punch.

hidden strike sap, +2 BAB +4 Dex +1 WF +1: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18
damage, +2str, +1Lethal Grace, +hidden strike: 1d6 + 3 + 2d4 ⇒ (1) + 3 + (1, 2) = 7

(ki point)hidden strike sap, +2 BAB +4 Dex +1 WF +1: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22
damage, +2str, +1Lethal Grace, +hidden strike: 1d6 + 3 + 2d4 ⇒ (2) + 3 + (4, 2) = 11

Distract target. Io's lunge puts target off balance, falling. Then, block his blind sweep. Counter with sap to left cheek. Block feral kick. Use momentum to drive elbow to diaphragm. Target incapacitated with spasmic breathing. Spin to the left to avoid incoming replacement.

Did Io trip her targets? If yes, Corvus will attempt to bring another one down with hidden strike+ki pool for an additional attack.

Corvus is down to 50%; I'm not sure that was a fair trade to bring down one immediately or not :P

Corvus was planning on covering the stairs so we don't get surprised by stuff sneaking in from the lower level, but since we're still holding at this point, he'll just move up and take that corner slot.

Darting up the stairs at the sound of the crash, the Albatross moves towards the corner, swinging a white leather bound baton upward toward the surprised underling.

SAP BAB + Dex + WF: 1d20 + 2 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 2 + 4 + 1 = 26
damage + str + Lethal Grace + hidden strike: 1d6 + 2 + 1 + 2d8 ⇒ (6) + 2 + 1 + (2, 5) = 16

@all, You can move through people's friendly squares without any issue. @Headsman, it's hard to tell from your current angle due to the wall of the stairs. Go ahead and roll a Perception check to see if you can see Baldrago.

Sure, you can move through friendly squares, but the open square provokes after the surprise round by 1, maybe 2 baddies. That open slot is probably best for Headsman to grind out of since his current square is blocked by the wall.

It looks like the path up is blocked for now... I guess we'll cover the rear?

Do you want our pieces on the map to move round by round now?

Hearing that the ex-guards are as dedicated outside of the military as they were when active, Corvus pulls out a few thin tools and begins to work at the door after checking for any alarms or traps.

perception: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22

disable device: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (18) + 10 = 28

Apparently we should have drugged the mead.

Corvus already said he threw a rock; it would be at the lighted window. Since I wouldn't go back on that IRL gaming, I think I have to PbP as well.

Corvus will move to the back door and try the knocking and phrase again. If needed, he will resort to throwing a rock at the upper window as well.

Might as well let the second story team take a peak... it could be the house is empty and the deserters are on their own mission...

No point breaking in while disguised, as that's probably a hard sell for the cover story. If we want to break in, it might as well be swords drawn...

The Albatross knocks again and proceeds to clear his throat before speaking loudly, "We're hear to ask about the night's special cuts."

A grisly old veteran wearing a winged helm and blue cloak overlaying several phaleras strolls towards All the World's Meat. Turning towards the duo, he nods towards the entrance and asks, "Are you ready for this?" before heading in the indicated direction.

Once there, he gives a quick rap on the door with the back of his bracers.

It's fine. Corvus will disappear and re-appear with his Eagle Merc gear... facial disguise + heavily concealing helmet.

“Albatross, in your investigations, did you notice another way in? A trade entrance, compared to the shopfront? We could time things so that half of us try the front, and the others sneak round the back, or we could just have the first group kick up a fuss with reinforcements not half a minute behind. There’s a bunch of these thugs, so if that’s what we decide, I wouldn’t ask anyone to do something I wouldn’t be willing to.”

"There's only one entrance. The building is two stories with offices on top. Entering the second floor would require rappelling and coming in through a window. I observed eight in total, in addition to Vancaskerkin," answers the Albatross, matter-of-factly.

Honestly, simpler might be better by just having the group attempt to hire them and push for one big surprise round, if only to save some back and forth on the boards. We'd just have to weigh the disadvantages (possible escape) vs. the real world logistics of crafting a plan.

That said, I'm game for what the group wants ans since it appears we've already started down the 2-party plan, Corvus is ok with either position. Since the vigilantes have ranks in disguise and bluff, at least one of us should be moving in, trying to convince them.

"Indeed. I believe I have a way in," comes a voice from the shadows. Stepping into view of the light (gaslight? continual light lamps?) is the familiar outline of the avian mask. Vancaskerkin and his group have made a name for themselves. They've been handing out meat to the local townsfolk, which would normally be applaudable if they legally acquired it themselves. However, they've also been hiring themselves out as local mercenaries. We could get inside by seeking an audience to hire them."[/b]

Well, Corvus did learn some information that could result in a different tactic, but no need role-playing that out if we just want to storm the castle.

*Ready to meet at the rendezvous point.

A wand of sleep may work, but the low DC concerns me. It's not that much lower than the alchemical options, but at least it's reusable every round and shouldn't alert the target if it fails. A blowgun with Drow Poison also seems like a good setup. Corvus will just purchase the sap. We'll just call it a clue bat.