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To be honest... There are other members of the society that aren't exactly in good standing with the authorities in Golarion. - said the Wayang, in a shy voice.

At this point, however, his tone changed completely - to a much more sinister, guttural voice.

And in the core, everybody can have a bit of shade...

Pun intended!

Perform: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (12) + 10 = 22
Boon: 1d20 ⇒ 15 Nope!

Thanks for running, GM! I'll post in gameplay. I didn't realize it was an adventure full of constructs... For a shadow puppeteer, I have to be creative to be able to be any useful as the enemies just auto-succeed on the illusion test. Regardless, I guess that's the point of PFS, and in a manner I'm glad I didn't have any prior knowledge that could influence my choice of character :)

Duskin moves his hands, and a shadow celestial pony appears by the construct, flanking it with Fentar. The wayang keeps the movements, manipulating the shadows with expertise.

The pony proceeds to smite the enemy and tries to trip it.

CMB (Trip): 1d20 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 + 2 = 24

This attack provokes, if the enemy wants to go for it. I don't care if the pony ends in the splash area of any bombs, explode it away.

It appears we need to be careful with looking at these... Things, guys! - the Wayang yells the obvious.

As Duskin shakes his hands in a dance-like movement, a shadow dog appears by Meleren. The shadow animal proceeds to gently bite his behind and shake him to break him out of his state.

Another shadow puppet, which just uses his action to break Meleren out of fascinate. The "bite" thing is just for flavor, the dog doesn't do any harm. Duskin for now will be averting his gaze, even though he's not in line of sight with any enemy.

Duskin shakes his head in agreement to rest a bit. He sits in a shy position, trying to stick behind his companions for moments. He coughs and pushes himself to breath slowly to recover as he rests to recover.

Hey guys! Got a bit of a rough couple days at work. Sorry for the lack of posting - it'll normalize by Monday. @GM, please feel free to bot me until then. Thanks guys and I'll be back soon :)

So... Should we try one of these doors? - says Duskin, not really volunteering for the task. In fact, he had been mostly hiding behind people at this point - There's also... That lever there, near the blinking crystal?

The minimum damage, as far as I understand, is 1, and it's lethal. Correct me if I'm wrong. Also, smite evil attacks automatically bypass any DR the creature might possess.

Duskin repeats his routine, creating yet another of his shadow illusions to attack the skeleton. The new eagle, commanded like a puppet, proceeds to smite the enemy and full attack it while flanking.

Bite: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 3 + 2 = 22
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3 B/P/S, Smite

Talon 1: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 2 = 9
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5 S, Smite

Talon 2: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 2 = 9
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3 S, Smite

Duskin moves away again.

Again, the DC is 15 Will.

Talon 2: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2 Extra damage

Duskin summons another of his shadow celestial eagles, moving his fingers as if dealing with a puppet, and retreats.

The celestial eagle proceeds to smite evil and attack the closest skeleton (4).

Bite: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 3 = 17
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2 B/P/S, Smite

Talon 1: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5 S, Smite

Talon 2: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Damage: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2 S, Smite

The DC is 15 to disbelief. Damage drops to 1 if disbelieved, AC/Touch/FF of eagle (usually 14/13/12) drop to 11 if disbelieved. Eagle has 1 HP.

Duskin sticks to a position in the background, but speaks together with the party to try to calm nerves down.

As my companions say, there's no need for violence. - speaks the Wayand - I'm called Duskin. We are from the Pathfinder Society and are here to help. May we approach?

Despite his accent being thick, his tone is obviously that of peace - the coward Wayang wants anything but a fight - and tries to convey it with his brief words.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

What about that fork we passed by? We shouldn't really leave anything behind... - says the Wayang, as cowardly as they come.

Duskin advances, and as he does he speaks once again in his strange language, pointing towards the eagle to fly towards the door.

It doesn't seem like my shadow puppets can do much here, my friends. - he speaks in a shy tone - Perhaps I could get them to just pull the cords far? I'm afraid it could hurt our colleagues.

He offers a dagger to Pertheus.

Is it possible to have the shadow eagle bite the cord and pull it far, maybe with a strength check? I'm trying to get it flying across the room to see if it makes for a more attractive target for the cords and darts.

Duskin moves his hands as he speaks words in a very strange language (Wayang), and as he speaks - shadows move near Ksenya. The shadows form the shape of some sort of celestial eagle, which immediately proceeds to attack the cables holding her in place.

Not sure if the rolls are necessary, but here it goes:

Bite: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9 Damage is 1 against objects
Talon 1: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (9) + 3 = 12 Damage is 1 against objects
Talon 2: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4 Damage is 1 against objects

No, you can’t send my mule - I put it there so the GM knows in case there’s some sort of AoE damage or effect, but pretend it has no actions. It just follows me out of combat with my gear.

GM: Can I buy back my mule? I forgot to buy it between the end of the last adventure and this one.

Duskin shakes his head in agreement with the others.

Yes, any direction is good as the other one. Let's go against the sun. - he said, pointing to west with a single skinny finger appearing from inside the long sleeves.

Before

Knowledge (Arcana): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15
Knowledge (Engineering): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7
Knowledge (History): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7

Greetings... I'm Duskin. - the voice sounds low and shy. In the back of the group, an out worldly dark skinned "shadow gnome"-like creature speaks. He carries a visible Pathfinder pin, as well as his own wayfinder - Duskin Veilsong. Nice to meet you all...

Think He-man's Orko.

He's all covered in long sleeves, clearly trying to hide his heritage the best he can. Yet, despite the shy voice and polite gestures, he sounds a lot more creepy and sinister than he'd like to.

After

Unfortunately, I can't search well for traps. If we find any, however, I might have... Nontraditional ways of dealing with them. - he answers Etna.

Hey guys! Glad we're kicking it off today :) My times vary but I'll do my best to keep a good pace here. Duskin is a wayang shadow puppeteer bard - a sort of summoner of shadow-like creatures, which are weaker than the average summons. He's probably moving more across the center of the party where he will feel more "protected", but can help with the "face" job when needed. Unfortunately, no inspire courage here.

Honestly I don’t mind playing in 1-2. If we had a couple people in the 4-5 level range id be more comfortable with the higher tier.

@Pudding that's for forum play, right? I put up my character too.

Hey team! Sorry about the lack of updates - Paizo’s outage unfortunately was combined with some issues here at work and I’m having to put out some fires. I should go back to normal posting next week. Please feel free to bot me!

Knowledge: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 2 = 15 Geography, History or Local

The bard thinks for moments, then finally he explains to his companions what he knows about the nation.

Please read the first two spoilers

A small strange looking humanoid seems to follow Erashava and Zepha. Finally, when they speak to introduce themselves, he says something.

My greetings as well. I'm Duskin Veilsong. It's a pleasure to be here to offer my help.

The voice of the pathfinder is equally strange; the wayang is exotic and seems to be pulling his clothes the entire time to enhance the shades on his dark skin. He is a frail, shadowy figure, and yet there's something oddly friendly about him.

The bard approaches and offers his aid on making the tea. He seems to show some level of knowledge on the costumes of the nobles.

Knowledge (Nobility): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 11

Updated the third slide for Duskin.

Chess here with my character for the game (Wayang Bard Shadow Puppeteer 2).

Player Name: Andre Alevato
Character Name: Duskin Veilsong
PFS#: 36459-4
Faction: Dark Archive
Starting XP: 4 Sessions
Starting Prestige and Fame: 8/8
Starting Gold: 498 gp

Hi,

I'm posting this on all my PbPs, as player or GM - I had a family emergency last Monday, due to an accident, and had not been able to post or even communicate of my absence. In parallel, as a consequence of the situation not improving, my undivided attention on such matter will be required on the months to follow and, therefore, I'm stepping out of most of my activity online. I apologize for the inconveniences it might cause and I wish you all the best, and fun on your games. Thanks all for the understanding and for the opportunity to play with you.

The Chess / adsapiens

Just let me know if you want to leave me with a wand of CLW. It's on my spell list so I can use without the UMD check.

The bard stays behind, not saying much. He looked over Vixen's shoulder as Agni approached to check.

Duskin approaches behind Drusilia. Not being skilled at healing either, the Wayang limits himself to detect magic on the victim.

Ehh! - the Wayang wakes up, pushing the floor with disgust as if he was being chased by something. Still a little confused, he looks around, scratching his eyes with his skinny hands.

I... I take you all dreamed too? - he finally speaks as he looks at his companions - Weird, weird stuff. I don't want to be here for long!

Take the horses into the air? Aerial predators? - Duskin looks at the white stallions without a full grasp of the situation, until finally he smiles and walk towards the horses.

I guess it's time to ride. The smallest one is mine! - he completes with a smile, without much faith on his own skills.

Duskin, for the split of a second, seems to think his options - but he advances so quickly to step within the circle that one could say the wayang was fairly reckless.

I'm ready to get started. - he replies, not particularly thoughtful.

Agreed. - finally spoke the Wayang - I'm Duskin. Duskin Veilsong. An artist of shadows, most of the time, but glad to help the Society when requested.

He smiled, shy. He actually was happy to help whenever the pathfinders called, but couldn't help but feel they were always engaging him for a lack of options.

Together with the other Pathfinders, Duskin hears with attention. He was never comfortable at Absalom, but always making an effort to look so; being a short and skinny creature with obvious shadowy features didn't help much either, but at least he knew his ways through diplomacy and his bard shadow puppets. The Wayang, at this point, was mostly waiting for answers as much as his colleagues.

Player: Chess
Character: Duskin Veilsong
PFS #: 36459-4
Faction: Dark Archive
Dayjob: Perform: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27

Thanks for running, Granta! :)

As my friend said... We're the Pathfinder Society and we come in peace. I am Duskin Veilsong. May I ask who we speak with? - says the Wayang, giving his best charismatic smile.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (17) + 10 = 27

Duskin moves forward. As the wayang stops, he mutters his shadow performance, making another Shadow Celestial Eagle appear - initially on the side of the enemy, but as Duskin commands it to attack, it 5-foot-steps to flank with Hskrota.

Save DC is 15 Will for disbelief cutting its HP and damage to 20%

As the eagle appears and positions to attack, it smites the enemy.

Bite: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 3 + 2 = 24 Flank
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3 +1 if evil

Claw 1: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 3 + 2 = 20 Flank
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3 +1 if evil

Claw 2: 1d20 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 3 + 2 = 12 Flank
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 2 +1 if evil

Yay! :) I hope the other group is surviving the BAR fight.

I made a small adjust to the map because I mentioned before that Duskin was keeping his distance from the wolf.

The wayang interrupts his performance, as soon as the combat breaks, and starts a different one - making a Shadow Celestial Eagle appear in front of the wolf!

The Save DC is a 15 (Will) for disbelief, cutting its HP and damage to 20%

He immediately tells the eagle to attack with its smite, which the illusion animal does.

Using Smite Evil. If the Wolf is evil, please ignore any DR he might have, and add an extra +1 for damage

Bite: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 3

Talon 1: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Talon 2: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18
Damage: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Another round of performance (3rd) - probably the last one

Duskin tries to stay around 30 feet away from the fascinated creature, while paying attention to the Jadwiga. He keeps performing (with his hands; just an act) to hold the attention of the creature, but shakes his head towards his companions to indicate the condition won't last long at all.

I'll extend another round to keep the dialog for now.

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (6) + 10 = 16 Uliyara

The bard tries to identify how truthful the deceitful jadwiga was being now, while keeping the wolf a little more under his control.

I don't see how readying a bardic performance is a potential threat at all. I'm not pulling a weapon or doing any visible action that he could identify as threatening. Either way, if you will rule it as a "potential threat", then I won't ready

As the wolf stops, Duskin looks at the others, then at their companion accused by the creature.

Care to explain? Uliyara? - the Wayang doesn't seem too friendly, probably with his patience running out due to the cold. Yet, he keeps his performance for now.

Duskin readies an action: in case the wolf somehow breaks the fascinate effect and engages in combat, as a standard action he will perform a shadow puppet and order it to attack the enemy.

From behind the rest of the group, Duskin barely appears between legs, but speaks with a soothing voice.

Oh, but I think we're fine to continue our exploration in safety... No need not to be, right? - says the small Wayang, trying to peacefully (and slightly supernaturally) solve the situation.

Attempting the Fascinate bardic performance. The Will Save DC is 15.

Knowledge (Engineering): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10

The bard didn't see anything special around there, and being small, he tried to stick together near the fire. He was shaking to his core - even the shadows of his blood weren't so cold!

The small wayang just sticks close to the party. For moments, he asks himself why would he have joined the Society. But then he just smiles and chuckles, squeezing his hands to warm them up.

Fortitude: 1d20 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 2 + 5 = 17

Hoping someone can be our guide... I don't have Survival trained at all, and my modifier is a -1 :/

Fortitude: 1d20 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 2 + 5 = 24 Cold Weather Outfit
Fortitude: 1d20 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (8) + 2 + 5 = 15 Cold Weather Outfit
Fortitude: 1d20 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 2 + 5 = 18 Cold Weather Outfit
Fortitude: 1d20 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 2 + 5 = 26 Cold Weather Outfit

As my colleagues said... - the Wayang makes a long greeting movement - ... We're from the Pathfinder Society on a peaceful mission. May we have an audience with the Baroness?

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (19) + 10 = 29

Duskin doesn't say anything, but helps the other gather information as to where to find the jeweler.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (3) + 10 = 13 To aid another on Zhatara