paizo.com Recent Posts by DM Praedonumpaizo.com Recent Posts by DM Praedonum2016-11-07T02:51:37Z2016-11-07T02:51:37ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=20#9872018-02-26T02:40:53Z2018-02-26T02:40:53Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p>Aq is able to catch some fish as Cueta aids in finding some firewood to boil water and cook the fish. </p>
<p>The initial watch goes by without incident. When the watches shift, Rizz spots something out in the shadows of the jungle. </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Up the River
Aq is able to catch some fish as Cueta aids in finding some firewood to boil water and cook the fish.
The initial watch goes by without incident. When the watches shift, Rizz spots something out in the shadows of the jungle.
[Spoiler omitted]DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-02-26T02:40:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4362018-02-26T02:32:04Z2018-02-26T02:32:04Z<p>Alright, better than my last stretch but not as good as I want it to be.</p>
<p>Good news is that I'll be filing the final Divorce paperwork tomorrow. Then a meeting with the Judge and that'll be behind me!</p>Alright, better than my last stretch but not as good as I want it to be.
Good news is that I'll be filing the final Divorce paperwork tomorrow. Then a meeting with the Judge and that'll be behind me!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-02-26T02:32:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=20#9802018-02-14T02:22:23Z2018-02-14T02:22:23Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p>Tug begins to kick the corpses off of your vessel after he ties his off to yours. <b>"Wow, you guys really are tough!"</b> Sandara tends to the wounded expending a great deal of her magi to ensure all are healed. </p>
<p>Tug then leaps back over to his vessel after he unties as does Sandara. </p>
<p><b>"I am going to say one more day till we get to where we need to be Captain Artevious. From there we'll need to walk it, can't get too close to the falls with these vessels or we'll capsize. Course, the water level is much lower than I'd remember it being the last time I was up this way".</b> He points to the area at the edge of the river where you can see silt and dirt which was clearly once underwater in the not too distant past. </p>
<p>You find another spot up river to set up camp. A place that looks like it was cleared out for that exact purpose. As night falls who takes what watch? </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Up the River
Tug begins to kick the corpses off of your vessel after he ties his off to yours. "Wow, you guys really are tough!" Sandara tends to the wounded expending a great deal of her magi to ensure all are healed.
Tug then leaps back over to his vessel after he unties as does Sandara.
"I am going to say one more day till we get to where we need to be Captain Artevious. From there we'll need to walk it, can't get too close to the falls with these vessels or we'll capsize. Course, the...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-02-14T02:22:23ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4352018-02-14T02:04:51Z2018-02-14T02:04:51Z<p>Well... so much for things improving. Perhaps THIS will be the week things improve. </p>
<p>Anyway, update now!</p>Well... so much for things improving. Perhaps THIS will be the week things improve.
Anyway, update now!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-02-14T02:04:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4332018-01-23T04:56:00Z2018-01-23T04:56:00Z<p>An update in less than a week! Still not the rate of posting that I find ideal but at least I am moving forward. Glad you are all still with me on this one! :-)</p>An update in less than a week! Still not the rate of posting that I find ideal but at least I am moving forward. Glad you are all still with me on this one! :-)DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-01-23T04:56:00ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=20#9692018-01-23T04:55:06Z2018-01-23T04:55:06Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 2</span> </p>
<p>Rizz's swing is an over-commitment and she once more misses the one threatening her. </p>
<p>Harmony's throw is acurate and the Wasp that Cueta already struck has another weapon protruding form its body. </p>
<p>Art steps into the vacant space that Cueta abandoned and strikes the Wasp down! </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 3</span> </p>
<p>Cueta switches targets and lands two more shots, both right over Rzz's head, that find their mark. </p>
<p>Aq heals himself further after his grievous wound. </p>
<p>Es burns that very same wasp but it does not fall. </p>
<p>The Wasp remaining, has taken enough and withdraws from the combat, none of you shall be its meal this day! </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Full Withdraw. Combat Over, unless you wish to fire ranged weapons at it.</span> </p>
<p>Tug calls over from the boat that he and Sandara share, <b>"Boy am I glad they attacked you all and not us!"</b></p>
<p>Sandara inspects wounds from her position, <b>"Are any of you in need of further healing?"</b></p>Up the River
Round 2
Rizz's swing is an over-commitment and she once more misses the one threatening her.
Harmony's throw is acurate and the Wasp that Cueta already struck has another weapon protruding form its body.
Art steps into the vacant space that Cueta abandoned and strikes the Wasp down!
Round 3
Cueta switches targets and lands two more shots, both right over Rzz's head, that find their mark.
Aq heals himself further after his grievous wound.
Es burns that very same wasp but...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-01-23T04:55:06ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4322018-01-17T02:30:42Z2018-01-17T02:30:42Z<p>It lives! </p>
<p>I have managed to finally successfully update. </p>
<p>I do not quite see clear skies ahead but I'll try to keep up as best I can until I am feeling 100% better and back to normal so bear with me.</p>It lives!
I have managed to finally successfully update.
I do not quite see clear skies ahead but I'll try to keep up as best I can until I am feeling 100% better and back to normal so bear with me.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-01-17T02:30:42ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=20#9612018-01-17T02:29:07Z2018-01-17T02:29:07Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p>Art's strike is on the mark but these deadly foes do not fell so easily and the creature continues to hover in front of the Captain. </p>
<p>Es' strike is turned aside by the thick hide of the creature. </p>
<p>Harmony's spell fells the creature hovering before Es, with the magic's effect, the creature falls into the water and quickly sinks. </p>
<p>Cueta's first shot misses high as her balance is slightly off from the step back but the second arrow pierces the monsters wing. </p>
<p>Aq also takes a step back causing the boat to tilt slightly backwards with all the weight being shifted backwards, regardless, his magic closes some of the wounds he received. </p>
<p>Rizz steps into the spot vacated by Aq and manages to land a solid blow but as Art experienced, these foes do not go down easy. </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>One wasp surges forward at Cueta and connects with a staggering blow. <span class=messageboard-ooc>Cueta take 9 damage.</span> </p>
<p>Mere inches away from stinging Art's shoulder, the Captain manages to turn aside the blow and delivers a riposte slicing the wasp's throat and slaying it instantly. </p>
<p>With Aq away, the wasp attacks Rizz and connects delivering a glancing blow. <span class=messageboard-ooc>Rizz take 8 damage.</span> </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 2 - Harmony, Rizz, and Art - GO</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 3 - Es, Cueta, Aq - GO!
<br />
Wasps (2)
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Harmony, Rizz, and Art</span></p>Up the River
Art's strike is on the mark but these deadly foes do not fell so easily and the creature continues to hover in front of the Captain.
Es' strike is turned aside by the thick hide of the creature.
Harmony's spell fells the creature hovering before Es, with the magic's effect, the creature falls into the water and quickly sinks.
Cueta's first shot misses high as her balance is slightly off from the step back but the second arrow pierces the monsters wing.
Aq also takes a step...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2018-01-17T02:29:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=20#9542017-12-26T12:13:29Z2017-12-26T12:13:29Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>FYI, I am assuming that the group is in one boat with the guide in the other boat with Sandara, at least for this combat.</span> </p>
<p>Both Aq and Cueta drop two Wasps to the ground quickly with their deadly accurate shots. </p>
<p>Es manages to freeze one but the creature appears to shrug off the strike with ease. Those that remain dive to attack! </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted] </p>
<p>Rizz cuts at the Wasp threatening Es - Greatsword <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 2 = 13</span> - Damage <span class="messageboard-dice">1d10 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4</span> </p>
<p>The first Wasp misses Es while Rizz clips its wing, barely. The rest of the Wasps though strike their intended targets with their stingers including: Aq <span class=messageboard-ooc>23 damage</span>, Art <span class=messageboard-ooc>10 damage</span>, and Cueta <span class=messageboard-ooc>9 damage.</span>. Aq takes a particularly vicious hit from his foe.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Aq, Art & Cueta make Fortitude Saves at a DC of 18 or take <span class="messageboard-dice">1d2 ⇒ 1</span> Dex Damage</span>.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 1 - Harmony, Rizz, and Art - GO</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 2 - Es, Cueta, Aq - GO!
<br />
Wasps (4)
<br />
Harmony, Rizz, and Art</span></p>Up the River
FYI, I am assuming that the group is in one boat with the guide in the other boat with Sandara, at least for this combat.
Both Aq and Cueta drop two Wasps to the ground quickly with their deadly accurate shots.
Es manages to freeze one but the creature appears to shrug off the strike with ease. Those that remain dive to attack!
[Spoiler omitted]
Rizz cuts at the Wasp threatening Es - Greatsword [dice]1d20+7+2[/dice] - Damage [dice]1d10+3[/dice]
The first Wasp misses Es...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-12-26T12:13:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=19#9502017-12-01T04:14:21Z2017-12-01T04:14:21Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p>Cueta sets discovers a place which appears to be perfect for camp. Once more the night moves along smoothly and nothing disturbs the camp. </p>
<p>The group eats breakfast loads up the boats and continues up river, once more. </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted] </p>
<p>As the boats glide along at yet a slower pace both Harmony and Aq pick up on a faint buzzing that grows ever louder as it approaches. Giant Wasps, six of them, and they appear to be heading in your direction! </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Round 1 - Es, Cueta, Aq - GO!
<br />
Wasps (6)
<br />
Harmony, Rizz, and Art</span> </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Currently, the Wasps are 60' away and about 25' in the air. Coming out from the jungle.</span></p>Up the River
Cueta sets discovers a place which appears to be perfect for camp. Once more the night moves along smoothly and nothing disturbs the camp.
The group eats breakfast loads up the boats and continues up river, once more.
[Spoiler omitted]
As the boats glide along at yet a slower pace both Harmony and Aq pick up on a faint buzzing that grows ever louder as it approaches. Giant Wasps, six of them, and they appear to be heading in your direction!
Round 1 - Es, Cueta, Aq - GO!...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-12-01T04:14:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=19#9442017-11-26T04:22:35Z2017-11-26T04:22:35Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p>The first night goes by uneventfully. The group eats breakfast loads up the boats and continues up river. </p>
<p>Once more the progress is slow but steady. The light of the day causes odd shadows in the jungle around you. Tug seems unfazed by the shadows but the feeling of being watched is there. Whatever it is at the ends of your vision that you cannot see makes it frustrating. Of course, it may just be your imaginations. </p>
<p>As the daylight begins to fade, there is no dock in sight. This time, grounding the boats and finding dry, flat land will be a bit more difficult. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Make Survival checks to find the most suitable stop.</span> </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Up the River
The first night goes by uneventfully. The group eats breakfast loads up the boats and continues up river.
Once more the progress is slow but steady. The light of the day causes odd shadows in the jungle around you. Tug seems unfazed by the shadows but the feeling of being watched is there. Whatever it is at the ends of your vision that you cannot see makes it frustrating. Of course, it may just be your imaginations.
As the daylight begins to fade, there is no dock in sight....DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-11-26T04:22:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=19#9342017-11-13T03:32:08Z2017-11-13T03:32:08Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p>The first day up the river is hot, really hot! The two groups spot a croc but cannot get weapons to bear before it sinks beneath the surface. </p>
<p>As the trip was started a bit late in the day, and the boats struggle against the current upstream, progress is solid but not spectacular. </p>
<p>Tug points to a spot where the boats can be moored, a long abandoned dock, <b>"I've rested here before. Usually with my boat tied off and inside with a tarp over me prayin's I'd not get spotted while I slept. It'll be nice to do it with a bunch o' you formidable folks lookin' over my shoulder. Let's set up camp!"</b> </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Watch order?</span> </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Up the River
The first day up the river is hot, really hot! The two groups spot a croc but cannot get weapons to bear before it sinks beneath the surface.
As the trip was started a bit late in the day, and the boats struggle against the current upstream, progress is solid but not spectacular.
Tug points to a spot where the boats can be moored, a long abandoned dock, "I've rested here before. Usually with my boat tied off and inside with a tarp over me prayin's I'd not get spotted while I...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-11-13T03:32:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4242017-11-06T04:47:48Z2017-11-06T04:47:48Z<p>By the time you leave Squibs you should have at least a few NPC's who can fill out the crew. :-) </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p>Sorry for the long wait, between RL and the site being a f&@•ing mess we were delayed but finally underway once more!</p>By the time you leave Squibs you should have at least a few NPC's who can fill out the crew. :-)
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Sorry for the long wait, between RL and the site being a f&@*ing mess we were delayed but finally underway once more!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-11-06T04:47:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=19#9272017-11-06T04:46:40Z2017-11-06T04:46:40Z<p><b>Up the River</b></p>
<p>The guide places his hat on his head and tips it to the Captain, <b>"Tug's the name. Used ta' Captain a vessel that'd pull ships out of the shackles for the Captains, till I got over my head in debt that is. </p>
<p>Now, I sail vessels round the bay here as Rickety’s needin'. Wit' only yer ship here an it not bein' worked on till yer back, I think I've some free time. </p>
<p>Only been here six months but I got the venturin' bug in my soul so I's headed up the river a time or twelve! Yer jolly, my flotilla, whatever yer preference".</b> </p>
<p>Sandara turns to Art, <b>"Why not both?"</b> </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Up the River
The guide places his hat on his head and tips it to the Captain, "Tug's the name. Used ta' Captain a vessel that'd pull ships out of the shackles for the Captains, till I got over my head in debt that is.
Now, I sail vessels round the bay here as Rickety’s needin'. Wit' only yer ship here an it not bein' worked on till yer back, I think I've some free time.
Only been here six months but I got the venturin' bug in my soul so I's headed up the river a time or twelve! Yer jolly,...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-11-06T04:46:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=19#9182017-10-24T05:01:40Z2017-10-24T05:01:40Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Up the River</span> </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted] </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Cueta, you bet there's some large poisonous snakes, swarms of flying insects, and maybe even larger insects. On top of that hippos and likely crocs. More unnatural threats may even involve Lizard Folk of some sort though if that is the case, this settlement might have been overrun if their numbers are large.</span> </p>
<p>The guide grins at Es, <b>"That's right, I'd not take ya' if'n I didn't know what I was doin'! By boat'll allow ya ta' avoid most water threats as no fordin'd be necessary".</b></p>Up the River
[Spoiler omitted]
Cueta, you bet there's some large poisonous snakes, swarms of flying insects, and maybe even larger insects. On top of that hippos and likely crocs. More unnatural threats may even involve Lizard Folk of some sort though if that is the case, this settlement might have been overrun if their numbers are large.
The guide grins at Es, "That's right, I'd not take ya' if'n I didn't know what I was doin'! By boat'll allow ya ta' avoid most water threats as no...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-24T05:01:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=19#9112017-10-19T02:03:16Z2017-10-19T02:03:16Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Up the River</span> </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted] </p>
<p>Before Aq can continue, the rest of the crew enters with Artevious proclaiming, <b> "Look alive, mates! We have ourselves a bit of an adventure. A mystery, even! If we can figure out what's got the jungle stream down to a trickle, and better yet, get the waters flowing again, Rickety will give us a sharp discount on the refit. Part of the pirate's life is never knowing where the winds of fate will take you. Now, I daresay, they're blowing inland! Who's up for a little walk now that you've got land under your feet?"</b></p>
<p>Sandara shrugs, <b>"I am game Captain. By foot or by barge shall we travel?"</b> </p>
<p>One of the locals steps over, a human male of middle age, <b>"Either way you'll need a guide. I'll charge 5 silver a day. I know the way by boat or on foot..."</b></p>Up the River
[Spoiler omitted]
Before Aq can continue, the rest of the crew enters with Artevious proclaiming, "Look alive, mates! We have ourselves a bit of an adventure. A mystery, even! If we can figure out what's got the jungle stream down to a trickle, and better yet, get the waters flowing again, Rickety will give us a sharp discount on the refit. Part of the pirate's life is never knowing where the winds of fate will take you. Now, I daresay, they're blowing inland! Who's up for a...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-19T02:03:16ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4222017-10-19T01:58:55Z2017-10-19T01:58:55Z<p>We appear a bit stuck, I'll unstick us.</p>We appear a bit stuck, I'll unstick us.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-19T01:58:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4192017-10-12T02:55:55Z2017-10-12T02:55:55Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aqguazula wrote:</div><blockquote><p> I'm just waiting to hear back from the half-elf before I respond to the artevious.</p>
<p>Also, congrats! </blockquote><p>I'm gonna do the half-elf response as a spoiler in my next post :-)
<p>He is certainly a potential crew member but won't head out for this trip into the jungle.</p>Aqguazula wrote:I'm just waiting to hear back from the half-elf before I respond to the artevious.
Also, congrats!
I'm gonna do the half-elf response as a spoiler in my next post :-) He is certainly a potential crew member but won't head out for this trip into the jungle.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-12T02:55:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4162017-10-12T01:56:46Z2017-10-12T01:56:46Z<p>I think there's a bit more inter-party RP here to go before you are all ready to head out, so I'll give people a chance to post further before I update again.</p>I think there's a bit more inter-party RP here to go before you are all ready to head out, so I'll give people a chance to post further before I update again.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-12T01:56:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=19#9022017-10-05T02:35:18Z2017-10-05T02:35:18Z<p><b>The Shackles</b> - <span class=messageboard-ooc>Rickety’s Squibs</span> </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>On the Ship - Artevious and Es</span> </p>
<p><b>"Been a drought lately, seems like the water from upland hias been trickling down to us. Now its been damned oppressive hot round here mind ya' but even wit' the heat tha water should no be flowin' to a trickle. While I've some hardies don't ye doubt they're fer security not galavantin' in the jungle. Those days're behind 'em. </p>
<p>You though've got a strong legs and back and a buncha youngens on the crew. Head upstream, see what's what. If it's nothing well good to know. If it's somethin' and ya' handle it, mayhap I'll bring the price down further dependin' on the dangers faced. If it's a damn beaver dam I'd not give ya' but a token reduction but fer somethin' more, well, we'll see".</b> </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>The Taphouse - Rizz and Aq</span> </p>
<p>The female barkeep hops to back behind the bar with the appearance of the silver. Those in the drinking "establishment" continue their conversations but keep an eye on Aq. </p>
<p>Sandara slides next to Aq, <b>"Let me give you some advice, shipmate to shipmate, it's best not to undercut the Captain until he's made mistakes worthy of undercutting. Especially with a crowd here that no doubts got wagging tongues. </p>
<p>You've been with the crew for a cup of caf', Artevious has been through some wars with his mates. Mayhap you'd be a better Captain but the best way to show it is to <i>show</i> it. You take my meaning Aqguazula?'</b> </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted] </p>
<p>The half-elf is still watching and listening to the conversation. </p>
<p>Thar takes his drink and interrupts, <b>"To Aq for setting us free!"</b> <b>"Here, here",</b> replies Nax. Both down their drinks, <b>"Nax then speaks, [b]"Part of me wants to just go home. I was a merchant on a marine ship, this life I've never thought was for me. If I, we, stay, what's the pay for this job?"</b> </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Let me know if you want a run down on how Plunder works Aq as that is the market for Piracy.</span> </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>The Market - Cueta and Harmony</span> </p>
<p>Harmony agrees to accompany Cueta to shore. As the two women pass closer to the folk of this hideaway it becomes more and more obvious that these are normal people, not hardened Pirates. They seem more like Laborers and Skilled Experts than high seas criminals. </p>
<p>Both women step inot teh commons and can see that Rizz, Aq, Sandara, Thar, and Nex are already drinking. Across the other side of the Commons is the market stall. It seems to be a general store and on one side indeed are some weapons for sale, some of surprising quality.</p>The Shackles - Rickety’s Squibs
On the Ship - Artevious and Es
"Been a drought lately, seems like the water from upland hias been trickling down to us. Now its been damned oppressive hot round here mind ya' but even wit' the heat tha water should no be flowin' to a trickle. While I've some hardies don't ye doubt they're fer security not galavantin' in the jungle. Those days're behind 'em.
You though've got a strong legs and back and a buncha youngens on the crew. Head upstream, see what's...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-05T02:35:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8962017-10-03T16:15:10Z2017-10-03T16:15:10Z<p><b>The Shackles</b> - <span class=messageboard-ooc>Rickety’s Squibs</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>On the Sip</span> </p>
<p>Rickety smiles at Es, <b>"Bring it in or make it ourselves from the local flora. It's a jungle out there!"</b> </p>
<p>Rickety strokes his chin at Art's counteroffer, <b>"Tell ya' what. There is some service I do be needin'. Fer that I'll cut 500 off'a the price. But I'll not start till ya get the task completed. In the meantime, the first night a meals and drinks, and room if'n ya' don't want to stay on the ship'll be covered. </p>
<p>Fair Captain de Poisson?"</b> </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p>Thar and Nax grin at Aq and accompany him to land as the Captain continues to negotiate with Rickety. </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Rizz & Aq</span> </p>
<p>Sandara grins as the woman comes from around the counter and places a very big kiss on Sandara's lips. <b>"Nope, just to those that know me well..."</b> </p>
<p>The few patrons in the taphouse also grin and leer at the women kissing but none else seem to know Sandara or if they do they don't say it. </p>
<p>The woman looks at Rizz, <b>"She's cute, for a gnome. What's that which brings you, here of all places?"</b> </p>
<p>At this moment Aq walks in with two of the crew but the woman does not notice. </p>
<p>Sandara smiles and continues, <b>"I'd a come sooner if'n I knew you worked here lass. I'm with a new crew and a new Captain. High Priestess of the Seas, this is Rizz she's our ah... what the hell do ya' do o the ship anyhow?"</b> </p>
<p>The rest of the place goes silent at the appearance of the four armed man. One of them though does make the gestures familiar to one of the Kelizandri faith, a half-elf.</p>The Shackles - Rickety’s Squibs
On the Sip
Rickety smiles at Es, "Bring it in or make it ourselves from the local flora. It's a jungle out there!"
Rickety strokes his chin at Art's counteroffer, "Tell ya' what. There is some service I do be needin'. Fer that I'll cut 500 off'a the price. But I'll not start till ya get the task completed. In the meantime, the first night a meals and drinks, and room if'n ya' don't want to stay on the ship'll be covered.
Fair Captain de Poisson?"
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Thar...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-03T16:15:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4102017-10-02T20:49:56Z2017-10-02T20:49:56Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Artevious de Poisson wrote:</div><blockquote> I think that's what we have to use to squb the ship. Unless we have another 2,000 gp lying around somewhere? </blockquote><p>The AP is MUCH more interesting if you don't Squib the ship... ;-)Artevious de Poisson wrote:I think that's what we have to use to squb the ship. Unless we have another 2,000 gp lying around somewhere?
The AP is MUCH more interesting if you don't Squib the ship... ;-)DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-02T20:49:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=9#4052017-10-02T03:35:38Z2017-10-02T03:35:38Z<p>OK, updated the thread. Feeling much much better than the last two weeks.</p>OK, updated the thread. Feeling much much better than the last two weeks.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-02T03:35:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8912017-10-02T03:34:35Z2017-10-02T03:34:35Z<p><b>The Shackles</b> - <span class=messageboard-ooc>Rickety’s Squibs</span> </p>
<p>Rickety nods to Aq and continues to speak with Artevious, <b>"I did know him, damned fine Captain. A pirates pirate to be sure. </p>
<p>We can spill our stories at the Commons once we've done our business Captain de Poisson . Now while I am sure you'd like to fill up my coin purse with drink, this ain't exactly a port of call fer such. It'll be 2,000 flat to do what needs be done to this vessel so's none but someone with my trained eye would know of its origins. I can <i>Promise</i> you that".</b> He chuckles wheezing a bit. </p>
<p>Thar and Nax come rushing over at Aq's call. Both with looks of trepidation on their faces. </p>
<p>None of Rickety's men say anything or make any threatening moves, not even when Aq moves towards the old timer. </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p>Harmony and Cueta begin to develop hand and verbal signals away from the rest of the crew and their "guests". </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p>Rizz wastes no time getting to shore leave. She heads down on one of the lifeboats, Sandara elects to head on down with her. </p>
<p>As the boat hits the dock. One of the locals takes the rope thrown by Sandara, he bows to her, <b>"The Goddesses blessin's upon ye'".</b> </p>
<p>She smiles and gives him a pseudo blessing which seems to please him greatly. </p>
<p>As you look around at the few people out and about walking around none seem armed or armored. It may well be that the only security here is what Rickety brought with him onto your Nameless Vessel. </p>
<p>As you enter the Commons, you see that the building is a mainhouse that covers a plaza of sorts. A taphouse, a market, a chow hall and what appear to be rooms on the top floor. Sandara grins as Rizz heads for the taphouse first. Rizz is surprised to see several halflings present in the place. The bartender is a human female. <b>"What'' ya'.... by Besmara, Sandara you're here!"</b> </p>
<p>The cleric gives a broad grin to the bartender.</p>The Shackles - Rickety’s Squibs
Rickety nods to Aq and continues to speak with Artevious, "I did know him, damned fine Captain. A pirates pirate to be sure.
We can spill our stories at the Commons once we've done our business Captain de Poisson . Now while I am sure you'd like to fill up my coin purse with drink, this ain't exactly a port of call fer such. It'll be 2,000 flat to do what needs be done to this vessel so's none but someone with my trained eye would know of its origins. I can...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-10-02T03:34:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8852017-09-19T03:26:29Z2017-09-19T03:26:29Z<p><b>The Shackles</b> - <span class=messageboard-ooc>Rickety’s Squibs</span> </p>
<p>Harmony sees more men on shore but is not sure whether they're worth dis-embarking for. The operation has not produced much in the way of building as her eyes sweep the cove: </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>A2 - Docks</span> A pair of docks reaches out into the muddy waters of the estuary. Three small dinghies are moored here beneath canopies made of wooden poles and dried palm fronds.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>A3 - Boathouse</span> Two piers extend out into the river from a long building of roughcut wooden planks with large openings to allow passage within. Ropes, pulleys, and other equipment common to a boathouse hang inside.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>A4 - The Commons</span> A once-grand building with broad wings extending from its ground floor stands at the end of the docks, its octagonal dome topped by a cupola. It was obviously a fine villa in its day but time and the harsh sun and rains of the Slithering Coast have faded its paint and cracked its boards, leaving it a gray ghost of its former self. A painted board above the veranda names it as “Rickety’s Squibs.” Smaller, less grandiose hovels and sheds clapped together of flotsam and jetsam surround the larger building and merge into the jungle behind it.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>A5 - Dry Dock</span> A massive, wedge-shaped wooden ramp rises directly from the river. It is large enough to hold a ship of the line and has huge mooring points to allow such a ship to be stabilized in place. Wooden scaffolding is erected all along its sides to allow workers easy access to all points of a ship and its hull.</p>
<p>—-</p>
<p>It seems the commons would have drinks but as to whether they are any good, judging from the wear of the building you'd say probably not. </p>
<p>—-</p>
<p>Rickety grins showing less teeth remaining than languages known you suspect Aq, <b>"Gotta speak a lotta languages to do business in the Shackles Aq. Boats and Languages, that's what I know".</b> </p>
<p>His eyebrows raise as he hears Art's name and he takes a short trip around the ship, <b>"Indeed, that is my trade. I <i>Promise</i> you, I'm the best at it".</b> He grins once more. </p>
<p><b>"You be any relation to Captain Ricardo de Poisson?"</b></p>The Shackles - Rickety’s Squibs
Harmony sees more men on shore but is not sure whether they're worth dis-embarking for. The operation has not produced much in the way of building as her eyes sweep the cove:
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A2 - Docks A pair of docks reaches out into the muddy waters of the estuary. Three small dinghies are moored here beneath canopies made of wooden poles and dried palm fronds.
A3 - Boathouse Two piers extend out into the river from a long building of roughcut wooden planks with...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-09-19T03:26:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3952017-09-16T04:30:56Z2017-09-16T04:30:56Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aqguazula wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Actually harmony, he looks identical to other aquatic elves. Albeit with an extra set of arms, sharp teeth and a slight primordial look(thicker scaling than most aquatic elves.)</p>
<p>Most of his looks are easily explained by his primordial mystery which changes him as he gain power rather than what he actually is. </blockquote><p>The pic threw me off at first too ;-)Aqguazula wrote:Actually harmony, he looks identical to other aquatic elves. Albeit with an extra set of arms, sharp teeth and a slight primordial look(thicker scaling than most aquatic elves.)
Most of his looks are easily explained by his primordial mystery which changes him as he gain power rather than what he actually is.
The pic threw me off at first too ;-)DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-09-16T04:30:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8772017-09-15T03:26:30Z2017-09-15T03:26:30Z<p><b>The Shackles</b> - <span class=messageboard-ooc>Rickety’s Squibs</span> </p>
<p>Rickety laughs at Aq as he climbs the rope like a teenager, <b>"Hah, you're an interesting one fer crewin a vessel ain't ya? Elvish eh? I'm a bit rusty truth be told, not a lotta elves on the Shackles. The armaments are all around ye'. From shore to tower, this here is a place of private enterprise not plunder. You keep your weapons at bay the same'll be fer me an' mine".</b> </p>
<p>The pirates board as well, two full orcs, a gnoll, and four humans. They look to be old timers but still able to fight all are armed with belaying pins and cutlasses, none wear any armor. Rickety has no weapons or armor. </p>
<p>He turns to Artevious and then cals out, <b>"Kroop? Long time".</b> </p>
<p>Kroop calls back, <b>"Too long but I've brought you business".</b> </p>
<p><b>"So you have, so you have. So Captain, care to share yer name with me. I think you know mine else you'd not be here..."</b></p>The Shackles - Rickety’s Squibs
Rickety laughs at Aq as he climbs the rope like a teenager, "Hah, you're an interesting one fer crewin a vessel ain't ya? Elvish eh? I'm a bit rusty truth be told, not a lotta elves on the Shackles. The armaments are all around ye'. From shore to tower, this here is a place of private enterprise not plunder. You keep your weapons at bay the same'll be fer me an' mine".
The pirates board as well, two full orcs, a gnoll, and four humans. They look to be old...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-09-15T03:26:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8702017-09-11T21:38:07Z2017-09-11T03:41:41Z<p><b>The Shackles</b> - <span class=messageboard-ooc>Rickety’s Squibs</span> </p>
<p>Despite the borderline skeleton crew, favorable winds and a hard but fair taskmaster in Aqguazula, the crew perfoms in its first trip rather admirably! </p>
<p>In but two days, the <i>Nameless Vessel</i> makes its way to the workshop of the ship re-fitter Rickety Hake. </p>
<p>As the journey ensues, Kroop gives a bit more information as to who Rickety is... </p>
<p><b>"Rickety’s Squibs refits and modifies the lines and profiles of ships without changing a ship’s size, characteristics, or deck layout, providing both discretion and a new identity for a price. These rebuilt vessels are referred to as “squibs.” In fact, <i>“It’s like as not to be a squib,”</i> is a common saying among the pirates of the Shackles for a ship of suspicious origin.</p>
<p>Rickety’s Squibs lies in the estuary of a nameless river on the Slithering Coast. The river mouth is concealed from passing ships by a protruding headland, so that it is difficult to find if one doesn’t know
<br />
where to look, and the facilities are hidden under the eaves of the encroaching jungle, further warding them from prying eyes".</b> </p>
<p>—- </p>
<p>Rounding the tall headland reveals a hidden cove at the mouth of a wide jungle river, its sluggish brown waters staining the waters of the blue sea like an ugly bruise. A series of docks has been built upon this estuary, with buildings concealed beneath the overhanging limbs of the jungle beyond. A wooden watchtower stands upon the promontory of the headland, carefully concealed among the trees to provide a clandestine view of the seas.</p>
<p>As the crew sails past the headland, a checkered flag of yellow and red is raised above the tower on the promontory, and an answering flag of blue is hoisted upon a yardarm at the docks ahead. A number of humanoid
<br />
figures emerge from the shaded buildings and gather on a pier. A small, single-masted longboat soon sets out from the boathouse on the estuary to meet you, on the longboat is an old man who looks quite Rickety indeed. With hims are several hardened looking pirates of various races. </p>
<p>The human calls out sounding more hale and hardy than he appears! <b>"Ho there, unnamed craft. Drop anchor and grant us permission to board and we shall discuss your reason for coming to this place where only those in the know, know how to reach..."</b></p>The Shackles - Rickety’s Squibs
Despite the borderline skeleton crew, favorable winds and a hard but fair taskmaster in Aqguazula, the crew perfoms in its first trip rather admirably!
In but two days, the Nameless Vessel makes its way to the workshop of the ship re-fitter Rickety Hake.
As the journey ensues, Kroop gives a bit more information as to who Rickety is...
"Rickety’s Squibs refits and modifies the lines and profiles of ships without changing a ship’s size, characteristics, or...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-09-11T03:41:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3932017-09-11T03:29:32Z2017-09-11T03:29:32Z<p>Alright, Book II begins now!</p>Alright, Book II begins now!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-09-11T03:29:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3922017-09-10T05:17:12Z2017-09-10T05:17:12Z<p>For now the Nameless Ship it will remain, you have time to name it.</p>
<p>I'll have a post up tonight, latest tomorrow. Sorry for the delay, RL was somewhat bothersome this week just when I didn't need it to be.</p>For now the Nameless Ship it will remain, you have time to name it.
I'll have a post up tonight, latest tomorrow. Sorry for the delay, RL was somewhat bothersome this week just when I didn't need it to be.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-09-10T05:17:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3882017-09-06T02:55:21Z2017-09-06T02:55:21Z<p>No worries TK real life comes first. Hope your mom is feeling better soon. I will get this ship back on course [:-)] in the next few days.</p>No worries TK real life comes first. Hope your mom is feeling better soon. I will get this ship back on course [:-)] in the next few days.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-09-06T02:55:21ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3832017-08-28T04:52:14Z2017-08-28T04:52:14Z<p>I will resolve the Navigation checks when I return from vacation.</p>I will resolve the Navigation checks when I return from vacation.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-28T04:52:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8622017-08-28T04:51:18Z2017-08-28T04:51:18Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>the DinnerBell!?</b></span> </p>
<p>Harmony takes the helm as Artevious and Esmarelda speak privately. Conchobhar Shortstone approaches her grinning, <b>"Leave it to Kroop to suggest something and then give no guidance as how to follow up on the damned idea. I think I remember the way..."</b> </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Give me a Navigation check DC unknown. PCs can Aid Another. The higher the check the better the chance of arriving with no encounters or arriving at all!</span></p>the DinnerBell!?
Harmony takes the helm as Artevious and Esmarelda speak privately. Conchobhar Shortstone approaches her grinning, "Leave it to Kroop to suggest something and then give no guidance as how to follow up on the damned idea. I think I remember the way..."
Give me a Navigation check DC unknown. PCs can Aid Another. The higher the check the better the chance of arriving with no encounters or arriving at all!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-28T04:51:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3792017-08-23T03:41:25Z2017-08-23T03:41:25Z<p>OK, I'll continue to push us forward once I have confirmation from the Captain as to where to head next :-)</p>OK, I'll continue to push us forward once I have confirmation from the Captain as to where to head next :-)DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-23T03:41:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8552017-08-23T03:40:18Z2017-08-23T03:40:18Z<p><b><span class=messageboard-ooc>The Nameless Vessel</b></span></p>
<p>Ambrose Kroop approaches Artevious, <b>"Captain, I believe that we should follow the course that Plugg and Scourge planned on following. Rickety’s Squibs, we don't want this ship to be recognized whether by Harrigan or by the Rahadoumi. It is of course, your call Captain".</b> </p>
<p>Duugless Sauckel grins at Rizz, <b>"Thanks!"</b></p>The Nameless Vessel
Ambrose Kroop approaches Artevious, "Captain, I believe that we should follow the course that Plugg and Scourge planned on following. Rickety’s Squibs, we don't want this ship to be recognized whether by Harrigan or by the Rahadoumi. It is of course, your call Captain".
Duugless Sauckel grins at Rizz, "Thanks!"DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-23T03:40:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3772017-08-22T04:11:19Z2017-08-22T04:11:19Z<p>Shit, meant to get to this tonight... tomorrow it'll have to be.</p>Shit, meant to get to this tonight... tomorrow it'll have to be.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-22T04:11:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3752017-08-21T23:01:15Z2017-08-21T23:01:15Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Artevious de Poisson wrote:</div><blockquote> And I was hoping to find out where we're going next. </blockquote><p>I'll post IC on that later tonight!Artevious de Poisson wrote:And I was hoping to find out where we're going next.
I'll post IC on that later tonight!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-21T23:01:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3742017-08-21T22:59:53Z2017-08-21T22:59:53Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Esmarelda Valarie wrote:</div><blockquote> My question on if I needed to make a roll for taking stock of our stores was never answered dear GM. </blockquote><p>Nope, assume you have enough food and water to get to the next port.Esmarelda Valarie wrote:My question on if I needed to make a roll for taking stock of our stores was never answered dear GM.
Nope, assume you have enough food and water to get to the next port.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-21T22:59:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3712017-08-21T04:01:05Z2017-08-21T04:01:05Z<p>Once we get past the current RP scenes, we will "officially" move into Book II.</p>Once we get past the current RP scenes, we will "officially" move into Book II.DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-21T04:01:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8542017-08-21T04:00:09Z2017-08-21T04:00:09Z<p><b><span class=messageboard-ooc>BUMP for the balance of PCs!</b></span></p>BUMP for the balance of PCs!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-21T04:00:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=18#8512017-08-15T19:00:03Z2017-08-15T19:00:03Z<p><b><span class=messageboard-ooc>The Nameless Vessel</b></span></p>
<p>The crew, what it is, give out a great cheer at the announcement by the Captain. </p>
<p>Sandara intones a prayer to the Pirate Queen as the sails unfurl and the ship gets a move on. </p>
<p>Thur and Nax, manacles still on their ankles approach Aqguazula, <b>"Master at Arms... I see that you and the Captain have thrown off the shackles of the evil men who ran this crew, will you continue to perpetuate evils upon us or are we to be set free?"</b> </p>
<p>Both men are of Garundi stock and boast dark skin, sharp cheekbones, broad shoulders. These two though still retain some hair color so they must be quite young, unlike most of the Garundi, captivity has diminished their ensembles, their normally colorful clothes are ragged and torn as worn out as they look. </p>
<p>Paul Webb, a common looking Chelexian with dark eyes, dark hair and pale skin, approaches Owlbear, Gall, and Es. <b>"Ya made the right decision there lass! It's more'n he deserved but he's gone now so ya shouldn't trouble your self over 'im. I jest want to say that I'm sorry that we did not have yer back there but..."</b> He gives a somewhat helpless look. </p>
<p>Duugless Sauckel, also Chelexian looks anything but with his light eyes and light hair, the two combined with his pale skin almost makes him appear an albino, makes his way to Rizz, <b>"I'd like one of them weapons if'n ya don't mind? My blades rusty and not well worth tryin' ta keep up any longer".</b> </p>
<p>Traian Bundi, is a dark-skinned Varisians whose brightly colored clothing and jewelry, would make him stand out even in Varisia, approaches Harmony, <b>"First Mate, I've a suggestion, why don't we just sail the hell away from the damned shackles? We can be <i>what</i> we want, why be Pirates at all? I was press ganged like you all were, just years earlier, I've made well with this life but at any moment it could be a short violent one, if you take my meaning..."</b></p>The Nameless Vessel
The crew, what it is, give out a great cheer at the announcement by the Captain.
Sandara intones a prayer to the Pirate Queen as the sails unfurl and the ship gets a move on.
Thur and Nax, manacles still on their ankles approach Aqguazula, "Master at Arms... I see that you and the Captain have thrown off the shackles of the evil men who ran this crew, will you continue to perpetuate evils upon us or are we to be set free?"
Both men are of Garundi stock and boast dark...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-15T19:00:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3692017-08-15T18:41:31Z2017-08-15T18:41:31Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aqguazula wrote:</div><blockquote> Praedonum, could you elaborate the difference between dispensing of justice for the master-at-arms and dispensing punishment for the Bosun? </blockquote><p>I'd say dispensing punishment is for the failure to conduct oneself properly on the ship - failure of duty.
<p>Dispensing Justice is the resolution of disputes between crew members. Also, if the Captain carries out an order that requires someone to slay or otherwise perpetrate an act against a crew member, unless otherwise ordered by the Captain, the Master at Arms is the default crew member to carry the order out.</p>Aqguazula wrote:Praedonum, could you elaborate the difference between dispensing of justice for the master-at-arms and dispensing punishment for the Bosun?
I'd say dispensing punishment is for the failure to conduct oneself properly on the ship - failure of duty. Dispensing Justice is the resolution of disputes between crew members. Also, if the Captain carries out an order that requires someone to slay or otherwise perpetrate an act against a crew member, unless otherwise ordered by the...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-15T18:41:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3672017-08-11T03:23:17Z2017-08-11T03:23:17Z<p>I am going to update the Campaign Info tab with Roles, Crew, and Treasure. I'll give more detailed descriptions of the crew on my next batch of posts!</p>I am going to update the Campaign Info tab with Roles, Crew, and Treasure. I'll give more detailed descriptions of the crew on my next batch of posts!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-11T03:23:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=17#8472017-08-11T03:21:56Z2017-08-11T03:21:56Z<p><b><span class=messageboard-ooc>The Nameless Vessel</b></span></p>
<p>A search of the ship yields unfortunately little treasure. The chest in Plugg's cabin yields only 400 gold, 300 silver, and 500 copper. All of it a hodge podge of currencies from the inner sea. The hold itself has arms enough for a handful more crew, such as cutlasses and whips (5 each). No armor to speak of can be found. Scourge was equipped with leather armor, two magical potions, some sort of poison, a punching dagger, a masterwork handaxe, a shortbow with 12 arrows, a silver ring, six gold teeth, a hefty waxed coat with many hidden pockets, oil of taggit, and a diamond stud. His personal stash of treasure includes 14 platinum pieces and 29 gold pieces. </p>
<p>The slain crewmen have little treasure, all told among them is 53 gold, 67 silver, and 177 copper. Their fall does provide the ship with 5 more cutlass', 5 saps, 7 daggers, 3 throwing axes, and 5 light crossbows with a total of 47 bolts. </p>
<p>The ship has plenty of rations and water to get you to the next port of call (provided it is not too far away) revealing that the search for water was never more than a ruse to get you all off the boat so that Plugg and Scourge could more easily eliminate you upon your return. </p>
<p>The elimination of your rivals <i>does</i> leave the boat a bit light on crew, all told there are 10 crew members and six officers. The bare minimum to sail is 10, 20 is ideal so you will be able to sail the ship BUT at the next port of call you should recruit.</p>The Nameless Vessel
A search of the ship yields unfortunately little treasure. The chest in Plugg's cabin yields only 400 gold, 300 silver, and 500 copper. All of it a hodge podge of currencies from the inner sea. The hold itself has arms enough for a handful more crew, such as cutlasses and whips (5 each). No armor to speak of can be found. Scourge was equipped with leather armor, two magical potions, some sort of poison, a punching dagger, a masterwork handaxe, a shortbow with 12 arrows, a...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-11T03:21:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: DM Praedonum's Skull & ShacklesDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/gameplay&page=17#8462017-08-11T02:58:54Z2017-08-11T02:58:54Z<p><b><span class=messageboard-ooc>The Nameless Vessel</b></span></p>
<p>Owlbear grabs Slippery Syl Lonegan and Tam 'Narwhal' Tat throwing both off of the side of the boat unceremoniously just as they are about to wake, you hear them flail in the water screaming for mercy, they find none forthcoming... </p>
<p>Owlbear holds up Maheem who is still essentially out of it. He gestures for Es to do as she will with him. </p>
<p>Gall approaches Es, <b><span class=tiny>"Lass, don;t stoop to his level. Just toss him overboard, don't let him make you into him..."</b></span></p>
<p>Sandara approaches Art, <b>"Artevious, or should I say Captain, while there is no official post for spiritual advisor on the sea, I have always thought there should be. The favor of the Pirate Queen on the first day of your Captaincy will bring good fortune..."</b> </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>The Nameless Vessel
Owlbear grabs Slippery Syl Lonegan and Tam 'Narwhal' Tat throwing both off of the side of the boat unceremoniously just as they are about to wake, you hear them flail in the water screaming for mercy, they find none forthcoming...
Owlbear holds up Maheem who is still essentially out of it. He gestures for Es to do as she will with him.
Gall approaches Es, "Lass, don;t stoop to his level. Just toss him overboard, don't let him make you into him..."
Sandara approaches...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-11T02:58:54ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3662017-08-08T04:33:07Z2017-08-08T04:33:07Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aqguazula wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Who are Thur Rahmen, Nax Dancks, and Paul Webb, Duugless Sauckel, Traian Bundi?</p>
<p>I want to befriend them and make them part of my work force so to speak. </blockquote><p>Art has the first two right.
<p>The next three are pirates who were on Harrigan's ship but came over to the Man's Promise when the crews were split. While unfriendly towards the PCs they had no true bone to pick and opted out of the fighting thus were below decks or in cabins awaiting the resolution of the battle when the final scene of Book I played out.</p>Aqguazula wrote:Who are Thur Rahmen, Nax Dancks, and Paul Webb, Duugless Sauckel, Traian Bundi?
I want to befriend them and make them part of my work force so to speak.
Art has the first two right. The next three are pirates who were on Harrigan's ship but came over to the Man's Promise when the crews were split. While unfriendly towards the PCs they had no true bone to pick and opted out of the fighting thus were below decks or in cabins awaiting the resolution of the battle when the final...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-08T04:33:07ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3602017-08-08T03:00:44Z2017-08-08T03:00:44Z<p>Excellent RP folks!</p>
<p>I will let things continue to unfold as to what to do with the prisoners as there has been no resolution there as of yet. Once that is established, I will give the full accounting of treasure - treasure increases if you off those three or two or one of them. :-)</p>Excellent RP folks!
I will let things continue to unfold as to what to do with the prisoners as there has been no resolution there as of yet. Once that is established, I will give the full accounting of treasure - treasure increases if you off those three or two or one of them. :-)DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-08T03:00:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3592017-08-08T02:52:25Z2017-08-08T02:52:25Z<p><b>The Rest of the Ship Positions:</b></p>
<p><b>Captain:</b> The ultimate authority on any ship, his word is law to all on board. The captain chooses where to sail, what to plunder, and who fills the other stations aboard the vessel, among many other command decisions. Leadership often proves perilous, however, as a captain is, above all, meant to secure success for his ship and crew. Failing to do so increases the threat of mutiny.</p>
<p><b>Cook:</b> While the quartermaster normally allocates the rations, the cook and his apprentices make and distribute meals to the crew. Although some better-outfitted vessels employ skilled cooks to attend to the captain and the officers, many cooks are drawn from crew members who have suffered crippling injuries, allowing them to still serve even after such trauma.</p>
<p><b>Master-at-Arms:</b> Concerned with the security of the ship, the fitness of the crew, and the dispensing of justice, the master-at-arms typically is one of the most feared and dreaded of a ship’s officers.</p>The Rest of the Ship Positions:
Captain: The ultimate authority on any ship, his word is law to all on board. The captain chooses where to sail, what to plunder, and who fills the other stations aboard the vessel, among many other command decisions. Leadership often proves perilous, however, as a captain is, above all, meant to secure success for his ship and crew. Failing to do so increases the threat of mutiny.
Cook: While the quartermaster normally allocates the rations, the cook and his...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-08T02:52:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3582017-08-08T02:49:28Z2017-08-08T02:49:28Z<p><b>The Current Crew:</b> </p>
<p>Foes All Unconscious - Maheem, Slippery Syl Lonegan, Tam 'Narwhal' Tat. </p>
<p>Allies - Gall, Owlbear Hartshorn, Ambrose Kroop, Conchobhar Shortstone, and Sandara Quinn. </p>
<p>Unfriendly Crew - Paul Webb, Duugless Sauckel, Traian Bundi. </p>
<p>Rahadoumi Sailors - Thur Rahmen, Nax Dancks. </p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Obviously not including PCs!</span></p>The Current Crew:
Foes All Unconscious - Maheem, Slippery Syl Lonegan, Tam 'Narwhal' Tat.
Allies - Gall, Owlbear Hartshorn, Ambrose Kroop, Conchobhar Shortstone, and Sandara Quinn.
Unfriendly Crew - Paul Webb, Duugless Sauckel, Traian Bundi.
Rahadoumi Sailors - Thur Rahmen, Nax Dancks.
Obviously not including PCs!DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-08T02:49:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: DM Praedonum's Skull & Shackles DiscussionDM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)https://paizo.com/campaigns/DMPraedonumsSkullShackles/discussion&page=8#3562017-08-03T00:22:03Z2017-08-03T00:22:03Z<p>Playing in 20+ games and running 26 (soon to be 27) is time consuming. Outside of the boards I have a fairly busy work schedule and of course a life! </p>
<p>Often I find that if I fall behind in updates, I need to make time to simply update a Discussion Thread to inform the PCs of a particular game that I am either going to be posting later in the day or week or will be on a break form the boards for one reason or another. </p>
<p>To save time updating so many damn threads I am going to open <a href="http://paizo.com/threads/rzs2uhty?Storyteller-Shadows-PbP-Announcements#1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> this thread </a> and link all of my DM aliases (and PC aliases) to this thread to inform people as to status. </p>
<p>Of course if people feel the need to ask other questions outside of PbP feel free to do so but mainly this will be a thread dedicated to ensuring that my PCs know my status and to assure everyone that even though I may have some absences away from the boards (or particular games) <b><i>that new thread</b></i> will <span class=messageboard-ooc><b>always</span></b> be up to date with my status.</p>Playing in 20+ games and running 26 (soon to be 27) is time consuming. Outside of the boards I have a fairly busy work schedule and of course a life!
Often I find that if I fall behind in updates, I need to make time to simply update a Discussion Thread to inform the PCs of a particular game that I am either going to be posting later in the day or week or will be on a break form the boards for one reason or another.
To save time updating so many damn threads I am going to open this thread...DM Praedonum (alias of Dennis Harry)2017-08-03T00:22:03Z