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That's a good idea, Erodel.
LOL, lemme know if you need to borrow more money. Don't forget, using a tower shield means you take a -2 on all your attack rolls unless you take that particular archetype. And I seem to remember you took Armor Master instead. Does that help with tower shields?
OK, purchased climber's kit for 80 gold and added it to my character sheet. Description: These crampons, pitons, ropes, and tools give you a +2 circumstance bonus on Climb checks. I also have a rope and grappling hook, too. We can send the best climber up with the kit, and they can drop down a knotted rope and we can go from there. As for the boat, I vote we leave in the morning. I can see OK at night, but not everyone else can.
Elransil will go with Erodel, tracking down the halfing woman first to get an idea of how Ameiko is doing. Once they find the halfing, Elransil will thank her. "Your quick thinking saved at least one life in the warehouse, the life of someone my family holds very dear. Thank you for that." Once she responds, he or Erodel will ask how Ameiko is doing.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
The ranger looks back and forth between the two spellscasters, then seems to decide he doesn't know enough about the subject to even interject. "I don't really know anything about knots. I haven't had too many occasions to tie them. Same goes with climbing, really. I can get up a knotted rope easily enough. I suppose we could buy some extras before heading over to the island."
"Not a bad plan. I had no idea the goblins were swarming over such an interesting place."
Elransil sighs at the mention of Tsuto. "Nothing. He apparently committed suicide in his cell while the guards weren't looking. No one could bring him back."
Sorry about my late posting today, I had a killer migraine. I made one post somewhere else and it just made the pain much worse. But I'm feeling at least 50 percent better now.
Elransil thanks Manx for the consideration of setting up the meal and pours himself a glass of mead. The honeyed smell and warmth help combat the chill of the day's events. "This looks good. We should eat hearty, given what we're going to do tomorrow." A look crosses the half-elf's face as he realizes just how dangerous their plan is for the next day - charging into a goblin tribe's home and wiping them and their allies out. While Manx reads, the ranger pens a short note for his family saying goodbye. He plans to leave it in his room and the staff can hand it to his parents if he doesn't come back.
OK, I've deducted 319 gold from Elransil's character sheet. *hands Erodel a big pile of gold*
You could always put the armor on once we reach the other side. Or we can tie a rope to you.
Oh, lemme know how much you need so I can deduct it from my sheet.
Sounds like we have time, and we already would have been spending some time shopping. If we have a to wait a bit, that shouldn't hurt too much.
So, Erodel, do you want a loan? :)
"Yes, let's do that. Say early tomorrow after everyone has a chance to rest and eat?"
That bit about Ameiko was a joke. :)
Don't forget Ameiko. I mean, is there anyone left in her family now? Maybe she's behind all this! And, I haven't even met the other family yet, so I don't think I can call in any favors.
I wasn't sure if it would be big enough for all of us since I assumed the goblins used it. Just imagine how many fires they started in it on the ride over. If it can fit all of us, then that's great.
Hey Erodel! If you patron wants, he can provide us with a boat that proved to be a major part of our successful assault on the island. :)
Elransil nods as he hears Pik's question. "This maps appears to show the location of the Thisletop goblins. I'm not sure if the ranger Shalelu has confirmed all this or not. But I want to go take a look for myself." The half-elf turns toward Pik. "Now we just need to find a boat because there's no way I'm trusting my life to a goblin-built bridge that's probably watched at all times."
Elransil takes a look at the map to see what areas have been searched and what areas have not. He also looks to see if there is a location of the island or land access point for the Thisletop goblins.
Elransil will ask the guards what the map is marking.
"What do we want to do next, everyone? I say we take the fight to the goblins, if we can find them."
I'm in favor of tracking them down to their lair and destroying their ability to make war. We have limited ability to stop an army on the march. We just have to find them.
Maybe someone did cause it, but if we don't see anything to suggest it, there is no reason to make accusations. That just means we have to hunt down the goblins before they attack. For all we know, these goblins or Tsuto were supposed to report in at some point. If that is the case, there deaths will move forward the goblin attack.
Elransil sighs as he hears Pik's pronouncement. "I had no idea he was that devoted to her," he says while looking over the room.
Lose the 49.50 because that is part of the 79.50 gold.
I'll also pick up: Military Saddle: 20gp
OK, the extra items now: Trade goods found on Tsuto (sold for 110 percent of value)
Weapons, magic and tools found on Tsuto (might be stolen, have not been sold for 60 percent value)
Total share of gold per party member: 79 gold, 5 silver
Elransil will tell them he and his new compatriots plan to deal with the goblin menace, but another attack likely is planned. But without knowing which direction it will come from, he can't say if it would be safer to leave town or not. He'll also tell his oldest sister that this probably isn't the best time to meet with the other merchant family about marriage. He doesn't want anyone to get hurt.
Pik raises a good point. I assumed the mounts would be combat trained since we were using them for hunting. If they weren't, we will need to trade themin for horses that are trained.
May be better off getting a bag of holding/handy haversack (as that benefits the group), rather than just Erodel, if only to hold a bunch of the parties random gear/tents/supplies. None of us can afford any of those types of items just yet without combining our shares anyway. And if we find a large amount of items at the goblin camp, they will be small and weigh less than normal. It's up to the group, though, if we want to look for something like a Bag of Holding. But I'm willing to bet the goblins are within a day's journey of town because they aren't really organized enough for a long march on the city. That means it should be too hard to bring items back, even if we have to make two trips or travel encumbered. Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't the nobleman give us horses? I'll buy some saddlebags if there are any in town, and a military saddle, to help with carrying mundane items like tents and such.
Elransil is looking for: Masterwork chain shirt (250 gp) 25 lbs -1 Armor Check Penalty
Much like Radoslav, I'll have plenty of extra gold to share with Erodel even after these purchases. Together, we can easily chip in enough to get Erodel some masterwork plate.
The ranger seeks out his parents to let them know he's OK and tell them a little about what was found at the glassworks. Then he shows them, along with Ameiko and her contacts if he can find them, the varies items the group has for sale. He even tries to sells off everything Tsuto had on him before he belatedly remembers that the safe in the glassworks was open. He tries to find out more about those items and holds off on selling them until more is known since he doesn't want his parents or anyone else to get in trouble for fencing stolen goods.
Sorry guys, I couldn't get in to fully change the above post on loot because it was past the hour mark. Please refer to this post for the updated and accurate account. The correct number for each person's loot is now 1,128 gold, 5 copper and there might be more once we sort out what belonged to Tsuto and what he stole. First off, let me list the items someone in the party has claimed so I don’t sell them by accident and we don’t lose anything. Please let me know if I’ve left anything out or need to change something. Party: Tsuto’s personal journal Manx: Scroll of Burning Hands, scroll of Flaming Sphere, wand of Shocking Grasp (28 charges), Abyssal prayer book of Lamashtu Erodel: +1 longsword, +1 ring of protection* (see note on Tsuto below) Here are the items no one wanted so they will be sold. Weapons, armor and tools (sold for 60 percent of value)
Trade goods (sold for 110 percent of value)
Total share of gold per party member: 1,128 gold, 5 copper Trade goods found on Tsuto (might be stolen, have not been sold for 110 percent of value)
Weapons, magic and tools found on Tsuto (might be stolen, have not been sold for 60 percent value)
If I had to guess, I'd say the weapons, combat gear and tools were his, while the coins and dusts were from the safe. The flute and earrings could be from either. We'll have to ask around or find a manifest to make sure on those items. The rest were found in the underground complex or on the goblins. There should be no legal issues with those items.
Oh, I did not realize that. I had thought that was just stuff he had, not that he had stolen it from Ameiko or his father. So, which parts did he steal, since I don't want to rob her and I doubt she'd help us rob her by reselling the items.
Thank you very much, DM WaterSprite! First off, let me list the items someone in the party has claimed so I don’t sell them by accident and we don’t lose anything. Please let me know if I’ve left anything out or need to change something. Party: Tsuto’s personal journal Manx: Scroll of Burning Hands, scroll of Flaming Sphere, wand of Shocking Grasp (28 charges), Abyssal prayer book of Lamashtu Erodel: +1 longsword, +1 ring of protection* (see note on Tsuto below) Here are the items no one wanted so they will be sold. Weapons, armor and tools (sold for 60 percent of value)
Trade goods (sold for 110 percent of value)
Total share of gold per party member: 1,158 gold, 5 copper Trade goods found on Tsuto (might be stolen, have not been sold for 110 percent of value)
Weapons found on Tsuto (might be stolen, have not been sold for 60 percent value)
At the moment, I'm assuming no one wants the silver dagger since no one has said anything since Manx asked. If someone does want to claim it, speak up soon. :) I won't put up the treasure list until I have confirmation from DM Watersprite about my assumptions since the value of the loot changes a great deal if I'm wrong. Still, we're looking at a pretty good haul no matter what.
I'm adding up the value of items now and I'll post a list soon with a total breakdown and how much money we gain. However, I do have some quick questions for DM WaterSprite. I'm pretty sure I know the answers, but I want to be certain to avoid confusion. One, would any of the following items count as a trade goods for the purposes of selling them: masterwork thieves tools 100g, masterwork flute 100g, tiny crown 50g or silver earrings 25g. As per page 140 of the CRB, trade goods are sold for 100 percent of their standard price (examples being gems, pouches of gold dust, horses, etc.) The next question I have is about the magical dagger. It's magical and returning. According to RAW, a weapon must have a +1 to hit and damage before you can add other magical properties. So, I'm assuming the weapon is worth 8,302 gold because it has a total magical bonus of +2. Am I correct in assuming that? Also, my trait adds 10 percent to the value of all sold treasure. By RAW, that means Elransil would gain 110 percent value of trade goods (such as selling a horse). Does that seem correct to you or would you prefer it top out at 100 percent? Trait description:
Ameiko Kaijitsu (local noble and owner of the Rusty
Dragon Inn): Ameiko is one of Sandpoint’s most inf luential and beloved nobles. Her inn/tavern is the most popular in town, and as one of her friends, you’re guaranteed a place to eat and sleep for free. She’s got lots of great contacts with merchants as well, and she’ll sell any of your loot for you—as a result, you gain an additional 10% over the amount of gp you normally would get from selling off treasure. Trade Goods: In general, a character can sell something for half its listed
price, including weapons, armor, gear, and magic items. This also includes character-created items. Trade goods are the exception to the half-price rule. A trade good, in this sense, is a valuable good that can be easily exchanged almost as if it were cash itself.
Makes sense to me, Pik. So, are we dividing up the loot into five shares, six shares, what? I have no special preference, really. I was just wondering if we want to set aside funds from the start to handle restorations and the like, or just spend that gold when the time comes.
"Of course I can handle selling of these exotic items. I'm sure between my parents, sister and Ameiko, we can get a good deal for all of these items. Once I have secured the money, I'll divide the proceeds between us."
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