paizo.com Recent Posts by DM Gee-Empaizo.com Recent Posts by DM Gee-Em2015-11-30T02:58:37Z2015-11-30T02:58:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=11#5242019-01-31T21:00:11Z2019-01-31T21:00:11Z<p>"<b>Thank you,</b>" Saul gives a hearty sigh - a new habit for him these last few days. "<b>I'm glad I can still have folks I can depend on in this town.</b>"</p>
<p>The next day, before you'd go into work, you group up a block away from the docks. Approaching together, you see the <i>Foamrunner</i> already docked and two thugs unloading the crates onto a cart. A tall human with a great sword and wearing heavy armor - that upon closer inspection bears the Korvosan guard iconography - talking to a dwarf with a bristly black beard with a "clean" upper lip. The human hands the dwarf a purse of money as you hear the dwarf say: "<b>Pleasure doing business with Zincher's boys, as usual.</b>"</p>"Thank you," Saul gives a hearty sigh - a new habit for him these last few days. "I'm glad I can still have folks I can depend on in this town."
The next day, before you'd go into work, you group up a block away from the docks. Approaching together, you see the Foamrunner already docked and two thugs unloading the crates onto a cart. A tall human with a great sword and wearing heavy armor - that upon closer inspection bears the Korvosan guard iconography - talking to a dwarf with a bristly...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-31T21:00:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=11#5192019-01-29T22:10:03Z2019-01-29T22:08:49Z<p>The man nods. "<b>Right, then. I'll catch you there then. First round will be on me. Name's Gisk, by the way, I usually work on the docks. Glad I slept in late today.</b>"</p>
<p>He looks around. "<b>This is a new one, though. First the magnets, then the hail, and then the birds, now this? What is happening here in Riddleport?</b>" He gives the Blot a dirty look. "<b>Ever since that thing appeared everything's gone to pot.</b>"</p>
<p>A few hours later you will all reunite at the Gold Goblin. Saul is having a "wash-out" special to lighten the mood, with a "first bath in weeks" stew and the like. Business is as usual today, with patrons exchanging tall tales about the odd flooding and their own theories behind it.</p>
<p>As the night came to a close, Saul calls you all into his office. "<b>So, I just got word that my shipment of four cases of Opparan wine as <i>finally</i> arrived and will be in port tomorrow morning on a brig called the <i>Foamrunner</i>. I had hoped that it would be here in time for the gala a couple of weeks ago, but the captain says it was delayed by storms. Listen, this stuff is expensive and rare outside of Taldan and Chelish noble courts. I need you to collect it when it arrives around midday, hopefully before anyone else hears of it. I wouldn't put it past any of my ex-peers - or even the Overlord, for that matter - to try and swipe it from me.</b>"</p>The man nods. "Right, then. I'll catch you there then. First round will be on me. Name's Gisk, by the way, I usually work on the docks. Glad I slept in late today."
He looks around. "This is a new one, though. First the magnets, then the hail, and then the birds, now this? What is happening here in Riddleport?" He gives the Blot a dirty look. "Ever since that thing appeared everything's gone to pot."
A few hours later you will all reunite at the Gold Goblin. Saul is having a "wash-out"...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-29T22:08:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=11#5142019-01-26T16:34:22Z2019-01-26T16:34:22Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Thyra, did you include flanking? Assuming you did not ... </span></p>
<p>Both strikes land on the shark, the hammer pinning the shark where it was as the morningstar once again crushed a skull. <span class=messageboard-ooc>With combat over</span> The other sounds of battle fade away from across the docks of Riddleport, and a few minutes later the water recedes.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>The civilian that had climbed up the building to escape the red shark crawled back down and thanked each of you profusely. "<b>I didnae think I'd live through dat. Thank ye, fine folk! Let me buy ye drinks ... or someting to repay ye!</b>"</p>Thyra, did you include flanking? Assuming you did not ...
Both strikes land on the shark, the hammer pinning the shark where it was as the morningstar once again crushed a skull. With combat over The other sounds of battle fade away from across the docks of Riddleport, and a few minutes later the water recedes.
[Spoiler omitted]
The civilian that had climbed up the building to escape the red shark crawled back down and thanked each of you profusely. "I didnae think I'd live through dat....DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-26T16:34:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=11#5102019-01-24T23:16:06Z2019-01-24T23:16:06Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>No, Thyra, the red shark was already down there with the civilian, so you would not have. Yes, Hedran, you are flanking.</span></p>
<p>The yellow shark thrashes furiously before Hedran brings his morningstar down on its head. The surrounding waters turning crimson with the shark's blood as it float limply in the waters, lifeless. The red shark turns from the escaped civilian and is drawn to the smell of fresh blood in the water.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Red Bite:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Red Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12</span></p>
<p>The civilian between Hedran and the shark is slain almost instantly, the shark's jaws sinking deep into his torso and crushing the ribcage.</p>No, Thyra, the red shark was already down there with the civilian, so you would not have. Yes, Hedran, you are flanking.
The yellow shark thrashes furiously before Hedran brings his morningstar down on its head. The surrounding waters turning crimson with the shark's blood as it float limply in the waters, lifeless. The red shark turns from the escaped civilian and is drawn to the smell of fresh blood in the water.
[dice=Red Bite]1d20+5[/dice]
[dice=Red Damage]1d8+4[/dice]
The civilian...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-24T23:16:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=11#5062019-01-22T21:03:47Z2019-01-22T21:03:47Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Yes</span></p>
<p>The flanking townsman tries to stab the shark with his short sword as the other one, bleeding from a bite, tries to climb out of the water.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Townsman attack:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 2 = 11</span></p>
<p>The short sword misses, and the yellow shark tries to bite Thyra as the red shark takes another lunge at his target.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Red Bite:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Yellow Bite:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7</span></p>
<p>Fortunately both sharks miss their targets as Hedran and Sarai arrive on the scene.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Thyra, Sarai, Hedran, then round again</span></p>Yes
The flanking townsman tries to stab the shark with his short sword as the other one, bleeding from a bite, tries to climb out of the water.
[dice=Townsman attack]1d20+2[[/dice]
The short sword misses, and the yellow shark tries to bite Thyra as the red shark takes another lunge at his target.
[dice=Red Bite]1d20+5[/dice]
[dice=Yellow Bite]1d20+5[/dice]
Fortunately both sharks miss their targets as Hedran and Sarai arrive on the scene.
Thyra, Sarai, Hedran, then round againDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-22T21:03:47ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=11#5022019-01-21T21:56:28Z2019-01-21T21:56:28Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Imma cut that down, you guys will arrive for the third round of combat.</span></p>Imma cut that down, you guys will arrive for the third round of combat.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-21T21:56:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4992019-01-21T17:38:45Z2019-01-21T17:38:28Z<p>The first round the sharks went first, attacking the NPCs as Thyra rushes in to strike the shark nearest her.</p>
<p>Her first strike is true, her warhammer bruising and tearing the scaly flesh of the shark. It roars and thrashes in the water, the bloody foam kicking into Thyra's eyes.</p>
<p>The second round commences, the yellow shark turning to attack Thyra as the other continues to tear into its current target.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Shark Attack:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Bite Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8</span></p>The first round the sharks went first, attacking the NPCs as Thyra rushes in to strike the shark nearest her.
Her first strike is true, her warhammer bruising and tearing the scaly flesh of the shark. It roars and thrashes in the water, the bloody foam kicking into Thyra's eyes.
The second round commences, the yellow shark turning to attack Thyra as the other continues to tear into its current target.
[dice=Shark Attack]1d20+5[/dice]
[dice=Bite Damage]1d8+4[/dice]DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-21T17:38:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=5#2032019-01-19T16:21:31Z2019-01-19T16:01:52Z<p>Can I shoot myself in the foot? :P Fixed the map!</p>
<p>Also, let me know who is who on Roll20 so I can assign you control of your "mini"</p>Can I shoot myself in the foot? :P Fixed the map!
Also, let me know who is who on Roll20 so I can assign you control of your "mini"DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-19T16:01:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4942019-01-19T02:53:05Z2019-01-19T02:53:05Z<p><a href="https://app.roll20.net/join/2922575/q1VssQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Map</a></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>That there is the join link for the Roll20 map. I am using your alias icons for your placement stuff. Hope ya'll don't mind. Also, sorry for delay, first week of training knocked me out.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Sarai, the casino is closed this early in the morning, and even so Saul and Bojask (a fellow employee) are maintaining the area currently.</span></p>
<p>Thyra is the first to respond to a local flooding and sees a few citizens being harassed by two large shark-like creatures swimming up the streets.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Order is Sharks, Thyra, Sarai, and Hedren.</b></span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Rounds before Sarai Arrives:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d4 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Rounds before Hedran arrives:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5</span></p>Map
That there is the join link for the Roll20 map. I am using your alias icons for your placement stuff. Hope ya'll don't mind. Also, sorry for delay, first week of training knocked me out.
Sarai, the casino is closed this early in the morning, and even so Saul and Bojask (a fellow employee) are maintaining the area currently.
Thyra is the first to respond to a local flooding and sees a few citizens being harassed by two large shark-like creatures swimming up the streets.
[Spoiler
...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-19T02:53:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4892019-01-16T03:24:14Z2019-01-16T03:24:14Z<p>Fortunately for your first day, nothing exciting happens. Perhaps it is the new faces - or the determination on them, but no one tries anything that night during hours. It is the next morning, however, as you all get off of work, that another strange event rattles the people of Riddleport.</p>
<p>As you all make your way to your respective morning rituals an alarm bell rings from the southern docks. Any in that part of town are nearly swept away by the large tidal wave. There are some screams as some reefclaws and an odd shark got washed up into the streets and are causing some panic in the masses.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>That would include Hedren and Thyra for sure, as the flats Bladi runs are right on the docks. If you went to talk to the female dwarf, you'd be on the first floor and thus up to your ankles in sea water for a solid ten minutes. Nessa, the House of the Silken Veil is in the northern part of town and on a bit of a rise, so the water does not reach there. Sarai, I don't know where you'd be staying - either the Gold Goblin with the free room offered by Saul or at the House as well, but unless otherwise stated by you you'd probably be clear of this.</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Please post what you were doing [IC would be lovely] before this tidal surge and we can get some action in for you guys!</span></p>Fortunately for your first day, nothing exciting happens. Perhaps it is the new faces - or the determination on them, but no one tries anything that night during hours. It is the next morning, however, as you all get off of work, that another strange event rattles the people of Riddleport.
As you all make your way to your respective morning rituals an alarm bell rings from the southern docks. Any in that part of town are nearly swept away by the large tidal wave. There are some screams as...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-16T03:24:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4822019-01-13T01:45:46Z2019-01-13T01:45:46Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Damnit, sorry Thyra!</span></p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Damnit, sorry Thyra!
[Spoiler omitted]DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-13T01:45:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4802019-01-13T00:51:01Z2019-01-13T00:51:01Z<p>"<b>Same as those who came before and same as Nessa's now. 25 silver an hour, eight hours a day, five days a week. Any extra work done outside the norm will be compensated.</b>"</p>
<p>Saul then retrieves four contracts of employment. They are simple affairs, covering payment, privileges, and position in the "company". "<b>Sign these and we're partners. First payment will be at the end of the week once we close the morning after Fireday. Moonday through then you are required to work here. On Starday and Sunday you might get called in, depending.</b>"</p>
<p>"<b>We'll make a show of strength this week, afterwards we'll start investigating leads for who is against us. Depending on how convincing we make it, they may make the first move and we'll catch them red-handed.</b>"</p>
<p>After you all sign, he smiles. "<b>Now, let's make some money!</b>" He'll lead the way to greet the afternoon rush.</p>"Same as those who came before and same as Nessa's now. 25 silver an hour, eight hours a day, five days a week. Any extra work done outside the norm will be compensated."
Saul then retrieves four contracts of employment. They are simple affairs, covering payment, privileges, and position in the "company". "Sign these and we're partners. First payment will be at the end of the week once we close the morning after Fireday. Moonday through then you are required to work here. On Starday and...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-13T00:51:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1922019-01-12T04:50:15Z2019-01-12T04:50:15Z<p>Sorry, didn't mean to miss that. That is fine with me, go ahead!</p>Sorry, didn't mean to miss that. That is fine with me, go ahead!DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-12T04:50:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4762019-01-12T02:42:42Z2019-01-12T02:42:42Z<p>Saul's smile through the banter never falters. "<b>Ah, little Lavender still has a soft spot for Uncle Saul, eh? I should have seen the family resemblance, no offence. Well, sometime after the night of my retirement I found a new employer and set about building a more legit form of business. I still have bills to pay, after all.</b>"</p>
<p>"<b>However, I still have enemies it seems. You learn quickly that you never can escape the game once you start playing. Thus, I have suffered thugs trying to either rob or murder me. Par for the course. However, now my partners are being targeted or going missing. I have lost Larur Feldin, an old friend, and Nessa's former coworkers. This is where we stand, currently, and what you are hired for.</b>"</p>
<p>Saul points to each of you with his key hand. "<b>Nessa, I'd like you to share the spotlight with me as another pair of eyes to run this business and watch for rivals. Hedren, you are our bodyguard, keeping folks out of places they don't need to be in. Thyra, you are a warrior of justice and so I want to ensure no one breaks the rules and keep fights from breaking out, also keeping any weapons out of the floor. And Sarai, you are the eyes in the sky here, watching for any foul play and potential threats. Together, I hope the five of us can keep each other alive till we can discover who is out for my blood.</b>"</p>
<p>"<b>Now, we're is about to open. Let's get to it!</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Does that work? Your characters can ask for more information. </span></p>Saul's smile through the banter never falters. "Ah, little Lavender still has a soft spot for Uncle Saul, eh? I should have seen the family resemblance, no offence. Well, sometime after the night of my retirement I found a new employer and set about building a more legit form of business. I still have bills to pay, after all."
"However, I still have enemies it seems. You learn quickly that you never can escape the game once you start playing. Thus, I have suffered thugs trying to either rob...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-12T02:42:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4662019-01-11T17:06:01Z2019-01-11T17:06:01Z<p>Saul meets you at the door and smiles proudly. "<b>Ah, Nessa, so good to see a familiar face. Please, come in and meet your new partners!</b>" Sitting behind the desk, Saul looks past Nessa's back to the three he was talking to earlier.</p>
<p>"<b>After sending out the others to locate Larur, they vanished as well. I am - for lack of a more courageous way of saying it - finding it easier to resume praying to the gods. Thankfully, I have found fitting replacements for those lost to me. Starting with you, Lady Nessa. I have no choice but to accept Larur as no longer with us. So, I need a left-hand man - or woman - to replace the invaluable partner and ally that Feldin was to me. I am offering you that position.</b>"</p>
<p>He then gestures to the three strangers: a half-orc male, a human woman, and a female tiefling. "<b>These three are new hires. I'll not embarrass them by doing their introductions for them.</b>"</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>My new players, please post your characters' introductions and appearances now.</span></p>Saul meets you at the door and smiles proudly. "Ah, Nessa, so good to see a familiar face. Please, come in and meet your new partners!" Sitting behind the desk, Saul looks past Nessa's back to the three he was talking to earlier.
"After sending out the others to locate Larur, they vanished as well. I am - for lack of a more courageous way of saying it - finding it easier to resume praying to the gods. Thankfully, I have found fitting replacements for those lost to me. Starting with you, Lady...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-11T17:06:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1862019-01-11T16:57:34Z2019-01-11T16:57:34Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Thyra Osouf wrote:</div><blockquote> @DM Gee-Em: Something I have been putting some thought into regarding the future; how do you feel about the Diving Fighting Technique feat? Not sure if I'd go for the advanced version, but I'm at least considering the primary feat (possibly as early as next level). </blockquote><p>I'm sure you meant Divine Fighting, and after looking them over and seeing they are not third-party I see no problems with it.Thyra Osouf wrote:@DM Gee-Em: Something I have been putting some thought into regarding the future; how do you feel about the Diving Fighting Technique feat? Not sure if I'd go for the advanced version, but I'm at least considering the primary feat (possibly as early as next level).
I'm sure you meant Divine Fighting, and after looking them over and seeing they are not third-party I see no problems with it.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-11T16:57:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4642019-01-11T13:03:19Z2019-01-11T13:03:19Z<p>Nessa's weekend comes to an end, and as she returns to the Gold Goblin for her side job she notices that Elek, Chalkou, and Khavakra are not in their usual places. Lixy, seeing the sorceress enter, waves her over.</p>
<p>"<b>Afternoon, Nessie.</b>" She seems far more at ease since the last time you saw her almost two days ago, and even gives you a peck on the cheek in greeting. "<b>Saul wanted to speak with you up in his office before you get started for today.</b>"</p>
<p>Should Nessa look up in that direction past the balcony, you'll see Saul speaking to three others just outside his suite.</p>Nessa's weekend comes to an end, and as she returns to the Gold Goblin for her side job she notices that Elek, Chalkou, and Khavakra are not in their usual places. Lixy, seeing the sorceress enter, waves her over.
"Afternoon, Nessie." She seems far more at ease since the last time you saw her almost two days ago, and even gives you a peck on the cheek in greeting. "Saul wanted to speak with you up in his office before you get started for today."
Should Nessa look up in that direction past...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-11T13:03:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1782019-01-11T07:39:14Z2019-01-11T07:39:14Z<p>Yep, a party of four level 2's. Feel free to read up on where the story is right now.</p>
<p>Nessa would be returning to work in a day, as the previous party members never returned. Saul is understandably worried, now, and has hired more muscle to both fill the vacancies in the Gold Goblin's staff and to serve as bodyguards. I'm going to throw out a few ideas for how your characters are introduced into the narrative, feel free to ignore or take them:</p>
<p>Thyra, you are a newcomer to Riddleport but missed the initial "Cheat the Devil" tournament. Regardless, you investigated the casino and saw the ad for new hires. Both to keep an eye on the place - that imp is still kept in a cage somewhere - and to pay for food and rent you got a job as the watcher of the weapons locker for patrons coming in.</p>
<p>Sarai, I figure Lavender Lil - your cousin - used her relationship with Nessa to help you get employed at the Goblin. You are familiar with the trouble Lavender has with Zincher over the Vancaskerkin affair and most likely came to Riddleport initially to help her out. A friend of Nessie's is a friend of Saul's, and so you got hired as one of the catwalk observers watching for cheats.</p>
<p>Hedran, you are intimidating to behold and Saul would feel safer with you between himself and whoever is after him. You are hired as both bouncer and personal bodyguard to Saul while he is at the Goblin casino. You shadow the boss and keep folks out of his office.</p>
<p>Again, take those or leave them, these are just ideas. We will RP this later once we iron out any last stat block and backstory details.</p>Yep, a party of four level 2's. Feel free to read up on where the story is right now.
Nessa would be returning to work in a day, as the previous party members never returned. Saul is understandably worried, now, and has hired more muscle to both fill the vacancies in the Gold Goblin's staff and to serve as bodyguards. I'm going to throw out a few ideas for how your characters are introduced into the narrative, feel free to ignore or take them:
Thyra, you are a newcomer to Riddleport but...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-11T07:39:14ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: DM Gee-Em's Second Darkness - Shadows AboundDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2urx0&page=5?DM-GeeEms-Second-Darkness-Shadows-Abound#2492019-01-11T04:58:18Z2019-01-11T04:58:18Z<p>I'd like to thank everyone for applying to this re-re-recruitment, but I am only able to take on three more.</p>
<p><b>Thyra Osouf</b>, female human inquisitor of Torag
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<b>Hedran</b>, male half-orc magus/ranger
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and <b>Sarai Shae</b>, female tiefling rogue</p>
<p>Please report to the Discussion thread and we will work on getting your characters plugged into the story as it currently stands.</p>
<p>Everyone else, best of luck in your gaming and IRL endeavors.</p>I'd like to thank everyone for applying to this re-re-recruitment, but I am only able to take on three more.
Thyra Osouf, female human inquisitor of Torag
Hedran, male half-orc magus/ranger
and Sarai Shae, female tiefling rogue
Please report to the Discussion thread and we will work on getting your characters plugged into the story as it currently stands.
Everyone else, best of luck in your gaming and IRL endeavors.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-11T04:58:18ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: DM Gee-Em's Second Darkness - Shadows AboundDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2urx0&page=5?DM-GeeEms-Second-Darkness-Shadows-Abound#2392019-01-09T18:45:12Z2019-01-09T18:45:12Z<p>Sorry for the wait, folks.</p>
<p>Yes, it was level 1 starting wealth plus 300. Revolvers/etc shall become available. Yeah, the original ratfolk character couldn't make it, so we carried on without him. Tomorrow midnight EST will be the deadline.</p>
<p>I like the line up, guys! Gonna be tough.</p>Sorry for the wait, folks.
Yes, it was level 1 starting wealth plus 300. Revolvers/etc shall become available. Yeah, the original ratfolk character couldn't make it, so we carried on without him. Tomorrow midnight EST will be the deadline.
I like the line up, guys! Gonna be tough.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-09T18:45:12ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: DM Gee-Em's Second Darkness - Shadows AboundDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2urx0&page=5?DM-GeeEms-Second-Darkness-Shadows-Abound#2192019-01-08T04:14:12Z2019-01-08T04:14:12Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Tilorean Vashnarstill wrote:</div><blockquote><p> So, for hard clarity: That's a 1st level character with average starting wealth+300, right?</p>
<p>Actually plays nicely to simply upgrade my nobleman's primary weapon to MW. Probably better ways to spend the money, but it fits the noble theme.</p>
<p>And if you're not familiar with the archetype I've taken, all the trapfinding stuff a rogue gets is replaced with social skills and bonuses. Still a rogue, so no bardic performances or anything, but they are mechanically built for operating in court, not a dungeon. </blockquote><p>No, 2nd level characters.Tilorean Vashnarstill wrote:So, for hard clarity: That's a 1st level character with average starting wealth+300, right?
Actually plays nicely to simply upgrade my nobleman's primary weapon to MW. Probably better ways to spend the money, but it fits the noble theme.
And if you're not familiar with the archetype I've taken, all the trapfinding stuff a rogue gets is replaced with social skills and bonuses. Still a rogue, so no bardic performances or anything, but they are mechanically built...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-08T04:14:12ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: DM Gee-Em's Second Darkness - Shadows AboundDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2urx0&page=5?DM-GeeEms-Second-Darkness-Shadows-Abound#2152019-01-07T23:08:51Z2019-01-07T23:08:51Z<p>All are welcome to apply!</p>All are welcome to apply!DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-07T23:08:51ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: DM Gee-Em's Second Darkness - Shadows AboundDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2urx0&page=5?DM-GeeEms-Second-Darkness-Shadows-Abound#2112019-01-07T21:41:10Z2019-01-07T21:39:47Z<p>Thanks for the responses so far!</p>
<p>Start with average starting wealth for characters and then add 300 gold to that. I'm going to give it a couple more days before I make a decision.</p>
<p>EDIT: Posting has been a bit wonky, hoping for about five posts a week from folks.</p>Thanks for the responses so far!
Start with average starting wealth for characters and then add 300 gold to that. I'm going to give it a couple more days before I make a decision.
EDIT: Posting has been a bit wonky, hoping for about five posts a week from folks.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-07T21:39:47ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: DM Gee-Em's Second Darkness - Shadows AboundDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2urx0&page=4?DM-GeeEms-Second-Darkness-Shadows-Abound#1982019-01-05T20:42:49Z2019-01-05T20:42:49Z<p>Greetings, folks! So, I am in need of 3 or so players for my on-going Second Darkness campaign ... again.</p>
<p>Currently, we have one surviving character, a lovely tiefling sorceress. I am not really concerned about party composition, but please check the first post to see character building rules and such.</p>
<p>You would most likely be bringing in your characters as either current or hopeful employees at the Gold Goblin or something similar. Feel free to read up on the campaign so far for ideas.</p>
<p>Previous applicants welcome to try again!</p>Greetings, folks! So, I am in need of 3 or so players for my on-going Second Darkness campaign ... again.
Currently, we have one surviving character, a lovely tiefling sorceress. I am not really concerned about party composition, but please check the first post to see character building rules and such.
You would most likely be bringing in your characters as either current or hopeful employees at the Gold Goblin or something similar. Feel free to read up on the campaign so far for ideas.
...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-05T20:42:49ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1722019-01-02T22:16:58Z2019-01-02T22:16:58Z<p>I understand, Elek, I hope things go well for you in the future and I wish you all the luck in the world.</p>
<p>Nessa, we need to reestablish a party. Shall I re-re-recruit?</p>I understand, Elek, I hope things go well for you in the future and I wish you all the luck in the world.
Nessa, we need to reestablish a party. Shall I re-re-recruit?DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2019-01-02T22:16:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1702018-12-25T04:26:08Z2018-12-25T04:26:08Z<p>Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!</p>Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-12-25T04:26:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1672018-12-19T16:53:25Z2018-12-19T16:53:25Z<p>Alright, we'll wait till after the holidays, then we'll see what the situation is. Sound good?</p>Alright, we'll wait till after the holidays, then we'll see what the situation is. Sound good?DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-12-19T16:53:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1642018-12-18T22:27:20Z2018-12-18T22:27:20Z<p>I apologize for the delays, but I was waiting for responses from the others. Nessa and Elek, do you want to find replacements to refill the party?</p>I apologize for the delays, but I was waiting for responses from the others. Nessa and Elek, do you want to find replacements to refill the party?DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-12-18T22:27:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1612018-12-08T20:56:36Z2018-12-08T20:56:36Z<p>Dotting, how is everyone's holiday season?</p>Dotting, how is everyone's holiday season?DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-12-08T20:56:36ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4622018-11-23T19:38:33Z2018-11-23T19:38:33Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Lixy pursed her lips at Khavakra's question. "<b>I could ask, but our priestess demands payment for that kind of service. It is never money, though, but things variant on the person asking.</b>"</p>
<p>Three figures approach as she speaks. Two are humans cloaked in dirty robes and flank a tall figure. Lixy stands to bow to the tall female form, whose features are hidden from view by a deep hood.</p>
<p>"<b><i>It is a pleasure to see you, my child.</i></b>" The hooded woman whispers. "<b><i>I see you brought guests to our feast.</i></b>"</p>
<p>"<b>They have a request of you, Mother.</b>" Lixy turns to you three. "<b>This is our Mother, I credit her for my invention of Ghoulette, the game I manage at the Gold Goblin.</b>"</p>[Spoiler omitted]
Lixy pursed her lips at Khavakra's question. "I could ask, but our priestess demands payment for that kind of service. It is never money, though, but things variant on the person asking."
Three figures approach as she speaks. Two are humans cloaked in dirty robes and flank a tall figure. Lixy stands to bow to the tall female form, whose features are hidden from view by a deep hood.
"It is a pleasure to see you, my child." The hooded woman whispers. "I see you brought...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-23T19:38:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1602018-11-19T22:23:37Z2018-11-19T22:23:37Z<p>Fair enough, thanks for update!</p>Fair enough, thanks for update!DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-19T22:23:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4572018-11-18T20:44:59Z2018-11-18T20:44:59Z<p>There are no obvious guards at first, but Chalkou notices about six mercenaries watching the outside of this camp, keeping their eyes outwards. The gathering here carry no weapons, looking for all the world guests to a strange feast.</p>
<p>Lixy turns to you all. "<b>This has nothing to do with Mister Feldin. I am here for comfort and to seek protection. If Larur is still missing, he is most likely dead. If one of the upper staff of the Gold Goblin is dead, then who is to say any one of us is next?</b>"</p>
<p>She sits at one of the long tables, head in her hands. "<b>I came today because I would be among others who shared my ... faith. I hope to entreat to our leader and ask for guidance and protection till Saul figures out his latest mess. Gods know that fat snake can't protect his own.</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>There are no obvious guards at first, but Chalkou notices about six mercenaries watching the outside of this camp, keeping their eyes outwards. The gathering here carry no weapons, looking for all the world guests to a strange feast.
Lixy turns to you all. "This has nothing to do with Mister Feldin. I am here for comfort and to seek protection. If Larur is still missing, he is most likely dead. If one of the upper staff of the Gold Goblin is dead, then who is to say any one of us is next?"
...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-18T20:44:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4552018-11-15T18:48:10Z2018-11-15T18:48:10Z<p>Nessa, despite this not being her shift, works the crowd for her own profit. She makes 25 gold in tips and manages to keep things rather calm during the post-lunch action here at the Goblin.</p>Nessa, despite this not being her shift, works the crowd for her own profit. She makes 25 gold in tips and manages to keep things rather calm during the post-lunch action here at the Goblin.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-15T18:48:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4532018-11-13T03:07:31Z2018-11-13T03:07:31Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Your earlier roll</span></p>Your earlier rollDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-13T03:07:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=10#4512018-11-12T22:08:55Z2018-11-12T22:08:55Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I would say so, Khavakra, as you came up to her looking for trouble or tells.</span></p>
<p>Lixy leads you east to the East Road towards the Boneyard then north towards the Burying Grounds, the semi-official cemetery of Riddleport. Approaching you see a small cluster of tents just inside the treeline southeast of the cemetery. Lixy marches resolutely to the tents, where she is confronted by two hooded and masked humans. The woman presents her necklace.</p>
<p>"<b>Who is invited to the Pallid Feast?</b>" One of the hooded men asks.</p>
<p>"<b>She who hungers for eternal excess.</b>" Lixy replies.</p>
<p>The hooded ones nod and step aside, allowing Lixy and you to pass. Entering the cluster, you see two long tables being prepared for a glorious feast, one befitting a nobleman or crime lord. Wines, meats, hard-to-get fruits, and more are presented. Lixy allows her necklace to be exposed, revealing the skull-fly symbol to be presented for all to see. Other guests here bear the same symbol, and greet Lixy warmly.</p>I would say so, Khavakra, as you came up to her looking for trouble or tells.
Lixy leads you east to the East Road towards the Boneyard then north towards the Burying Grounds, the semi-official cemetery of Riddleport. Approaching you see a small cluster of tents just inside the treeline southeast of the cemetery. Lixy marches resolutely to the tents, where she is confronted by two hooded and masked humans. The woman presents her necklace.
"Who is invited to the Pallid Feast?" One of the...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-12T22:08:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4472018-11-08T19:30:15Z2018-11-08T19:30:15Z<p>"<b>What? Larur? No I ...</b>" Lixy eyes widen as this isn't the first time she's seen Khavakra use this ability before, but it is still quite impressive to witness. Finally, she sighs. "<b>Fine. You all want to know my business so badly? Follow me.</b>"</p>
<p>She turns curtly and begins to walk towards the Rotgut District without waiting for your response, but slow enough that following her would not be an issue. As she turns away, she tucks the necklace beneath her tunic.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>"What? Larur? No I ..." Lixy eyes widen as this isn't the first time she's seen Khavakra use this ability before, but it is still quite impressive to witness. Finally, she sighs. "Fine. You all want to know my business so badly? Follow me."
She turns curtly and begins to walk towards the Rotgut District without waiting for your response, but slow enough that following her would not be an issue. As she turns away, she tucks the necklace beneath her tunic.
[Spoiler omitted]DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-08T19:30:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4452018-11-05T20:10:51Z2018-11-05T20:10:51Z<p>Lixy avoids Chalkou's eyes, gripping her necklace tighter. "<b>I ... no, thank you, though. This is a personal affair, and I'd rather not involve others.</b>"</p>
<p>She begins to back away, about ready to bolt once she is clear.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Catching her will require a CMB roll or a holding spell.</span></p>Lixy avoids Chalkou's eyes, gripping her necklace tighter. "I ... no, thank you, though. This is a personal affair, and I'd rather not involve others."
She begins to back away, about ready to bolt once she is clear.
Catching her will require a CMB roll or a holding spell.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-05T20:10:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4432018-11-04T19:45:53Z2018-11-04T19:45:53Z<p>Lixy freezes as Khavakra calls out to her, the human woman giving a small grin as the shorter woman approaches her. "<b>Ah, Miss Khavakra. Yes, normally you'd be right. But I ... I have a family matter to attend to. Mister Vancaskerkin has my shift covered.</b>"</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Lixy freezes as Khavakra calls out to her, the human woman giving a small grin as the shorter woman approaches her. "Ah, Miss Khavakra. Yes, normally you'd be right. But I ... I have a family matter to attend to. Mister Vancaskerkin has my shift covered."
[Spoiler omitted]DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-04T19:45:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4402018-11-03T21:56:03Z2018-11-03T21:56:03Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>So, ladies staying upstairs and the men checking out the lower floors?</span></p>So, ladies staying upstairs and the men checking out the lower floors?DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-03T21:56:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1582018-11-02T15:30:50Z2018-11-02T15:30:50Z<p>Just checking, it had been a while.</p>Just checking, it had been a while.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-02T15:30:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4372018-11-01T03:03:18Z2018-11-01T03:03:18Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Nah, you could catch her if you want.</span></p>Nah, you could catch her if you want.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-11-01T03:03:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1542018-10-31T21:34:56Z2018-10-31T21:34:56Z<p>Guys? Are we good?</p>Guys? Are we good?DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-31T21:34:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4352018-10-28T18:32:27Z2018-10-28T18:32:27Z<p>As you return to the Gold Goblin, you see Lixy exiting the front doors, pulling a hood over her head and ducking into the shadows of early afternoon.</p>
<p>Entering, you'd see the weekend crowds have started to gather. It's weird that Lixy is leaving now, this is usually her shift. Several patrons and customers catcall and whistle at Nessa or start bugging Elek and Chalkou with requests and questions. Khavakra is given a wide berth out of respect, as many cheaters have had their asses handed to them by the stoic "dwarven" woman.</p>As you return to the Gold Goblin, you see Lixy exiting the front doors, pulling a hood over her head and ducking into the shadows of early afternoon.
Entering, you'd see the weekend crowds have started to gather. It's weird that Lixy is leaving now, this is usually her shift. Several patrons and customers catcall and whistle at Nessa or start bugging Elek and Chalkou with requests and questions. Khavakra is given a wide berth out of respect, as many cheaters have had their asses handed to...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-28T18:32:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4302018-10-25T21:48:44Z2018-10-25T21:48:44Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
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[Spoiler omitted]DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-25T21:48:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4232018-10-25T00:26:44Z2018-10-25T00:26:44Z<p>Khavakra finds another stark white hair on the cloak, but there are no further clues to be found here.</p>Khavakra finds another stark white hair on the cloak, but there are no further clues to be found here.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-25T00:26:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Discussions with the Voice Beyond the ScreenDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/discussion&page=4#1522018-10-21T20:56:25Z2018-10-21T20:56:25Z<p>Are we still having fun? I know Hallow's Eve is approaching but I don't want to hire a necromancer for this campaign ;)</p>Are we still having fun? I know Hallow's Eve is approaching but I don't want to hire a necromancer for this campaign ;)DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-21T20:56:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4182018-10-19T22:29:57Z2018-10-19T22:29:57Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>You sense he is being as honest with you as you were with him.</span></p>
<p>The little man draws deeply of his cigar before letting it out in a nasal sigh. "<b>Larur Feldin was a proud, honest dwarf, too good for this rat's nest of a town. He wasted his life being Saul's partner, literally if he is dead in some gutter.</b>" He gives you a sidelong glance as you slip away. "<b>Be careful you don't do the same.</b>"</p>
<p>As you leave, you hear him lock the door behind you. You regroup and inform the others of what you learned.</p>You sense he is being as honest with you as you were with him.
The little man draws deeply of his cigar before letting it out in a nasal sigh. "Larur Feldin was a proud, honest dwarf, too good for this rat's nest of a town. He wasted his life being Saul's partner, literally if he is dead in some gutter." He gives you a sidelong glance as you slip away. "Be careful you don't do the same."
As you leave, you hear him lock the door behind you. You regroup and inform the others of what you learned.DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-19T22:29:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4162018-10-17T16:13:44Z2018-10-17T16:13:44Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>"<b>I should have known Saul'd be behind this.</b>" Smeed sighs and leans against the wall in the antichamber you two are standing in, wiping his brow. "<b>I don't know who wouldn't be after my blood in this town, but I have had nothing to do with that dwarf. Sure he opened a loan with me, but he had just paid it off two nights ago. I haven't seen him since.</b>"</p>
<p>"<b>I'm glad you seem to have a brain to match your beauty, missie. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't tempted to get a glass for this fine red wine before me, but I've sworn off Pamodae and her ladies. Now, unless you desire a loan,</b>" he gestures to the door, "<b>get out. We have nothing further to discuss.</b>"</p>
<p>He then relights his cigar as he waits for Nessa to leave.</p>[Spoiler omitted]
"I should have known Saul'd be behind this." Smeed sighs and leans against the wall in the antichamber you two are standing in, wiping his brow. "I don't know who wouldn't be after my blood in this town, but I have had nothing to do with that dwarf. Sure he opened a loan with me, but he had just paid it off two nights ago. I haven't seen him since."
"I'm glad you seem to have a brain to match your beauty, missie. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't tempted to get a glass for...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-17T16:13:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4142018-10-15T23:22:21Z2018-10-15T23:22:21Z<p>"<b>Really, now?</b>" Smeed's eyebrow cocks as he closes the door, not locking it. "<b>Well, I'd like you to try something difficult for you: honest.</b>"</p>
<p>He places a sweaty hand on the hilt of his short sword, curved and of Keleshite origins, but does not draw it. He is a full foot shorter than Nessa, but his eyes glare into hers. "<b>I don't know what game you Veil girls are up to lately, but you should know better than to lie to someone in my line of work. I'd have told you to piss off, but I've learned the hard way not to piss off you Stingers. So, in interest of being diplomatic, I'm going to ask you one question. What happens next is reliant on your answer.</b>"</p>
<p>"<b>Who is my boss?</b>"</p>"Really, now?" Smeed's eyebrow cocks as he closes the door, not locking it. "Well, I'd like you to try something difficult for you: honest."
He places a sweaty hand on the hilt of his short sword, curved and of Keleshite origins, but does not draw it. He is a full foot shorter than Nessa, but his eyes glare into hers. "I don't know what game you Veil girls are up to lately, but you should know better than to lie to someone in my line of work. I'd have told you to piss off, but I've learned...DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-15T23:22:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Under a Second DarknessDM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMGeeEmsSecondDarkness/gameplay&page=9#4122018-10-14T22:39:30Z2018-10-14T22:39:30Z<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Smeed is silent for a moment, staring through Nessa as his thoughts churn. Finally, he lets out a quiet whine before slowly sliding the panel shut and Nessa hears the rapid unlocking of an elaborate lock. The thick door opens just enough for her to slide in.</p>
<p>"<b><span class=tiny>Quickly, before anyone cares to notice.</span></b>"</p>[Spoiler omitted]
Smeed is silent for a moment, staring through Nessa as his thoughts churn. Finally, he lets out a quiet whine before slowly sliding the panel shut and Nessa hears the rapid unlocking of an elaborate lock. The thick door opens just enough for her to slide in.
"Quickly, before anyone cares to notice."DM Gee-Em (alias of TheChelaxian)2018-10-14T22:39:30Z