Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
"How is it that every job we take is anything but a straightforward job where we do the work and collect the money?". The Aasimar asks himself as he listens intently.
"Agavna, your story sounds very compelling. Why is it that they want you? Do you carry the secrets of their hellfire toxin with you that will be a serious threat to them? Do you have any suggestions on how we can resolve this?"
Cleric 5 |HP 68/68 | AC 17 | Class DC 21| F+12 R+7 W+13 | Perc+13, Init +13 | Heal: 5/5 |Focus: 1/1| Hero Point: 3| Default exploration: Search
"Yes, we will take you home at once. As I was telling you I spoke with your mother, Brelda. She has been so worried about you. She will be pleased to see you. Let's find the quickest way out of here."
Keeping an eye out for further trouble, Carrufikus escorts Lasda out of the dungeon with his companions and brings him to get cleaned up before returning him to his mother.
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
"Forgive us, Jassk. I just didn't want us to be shot up by Mk 2 and 4. They should not have shot first. But I trust that you are alright? Now, lead us onward to find Agavana. She can not get away."
"Well, stay warm! Does anyone need a hat, or a scarf?"
"I do have environmental protections, but a scarf may be very useful incase all of my batteries get drained in the cold weather. Do you actually know how to knit?"
Regarding the investiagation: "Ridgerock? . . . Ridgerock? Where have I heard that name before???"
Culture:1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21
Zynn, who is normally very bad at the local trivia night, thinks he might recall something.
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
Using an inspiring combo, Aldo fires his laser rifle again at the stridermander and then uses his inspiring feint for the following round.
Inspiring Combo:
You have learned to synergize your combat actions with acts that inspire your allies or adapt to the current tactical situation. As a full action, you can both make a single attack and use one envoy improvisation you know. The improvisation must be one you can use as a standard action, move action, or swift action. You choose in which order to resolve these actions. Once you use this ability, roll 1d10 and subtract your Charisma modifier; you cannot use this ability again for a number of rounds equal to the result (minimum 1 round).
Azimuth Laser Rifle vs. Flat Footed EAC:1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23 Fire Damage:1d8 ⇒ 6. <--Double plus Burn:1d6 ⇒ 4
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
Aldo takes another guarded step as he slowly maneuvers around to get in a better position to fire at the stridermander. Meanwhile he gives Chip and inspiring boost.
"Stay on these vile creatures, Chip! I know we can trust you to take some of these beasts down!"
Inspiring Boost restores all nine stamina points to Chip.
"I don't like toads as a rule," Trask finally breaks his silence in a guttural growl, "an' much less a toad workin' for a rube. But you wanna deal, I'll deal. I can give you Drelev's location, how many men he's got left, an' a bit about the town. What're you offerin' for it?"
"I will admit, that Lord Taranis does not like me going this light on you, but I can offer you your life and banishment from The Marchlands. You would also need to give an oath to never take up arms against us on penalty of death. Naturally, this is contingent on the veracity of the information you give us. Do we have an agreement?"
Bytor takes the improvement in countenance as a positive sign. He continues to make chat with him over time and ultimately tries to get some of the following questions answered.
"You could make your position much more amenable here with a few helpful answers. Where are Drelev's forces held up and what does he have for defenses."
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
”Gniz, this here is Aldo Cygnaurius. We are making delivery as promised. I want to let you know that three of the creatures awoke during transport and came out in the cargo hold to wreck havoc over our ship! I’m not sure who to talk to about compensation, but you need to know that we had nothing to do with the creatures waking up. Whoever put them in that state did a lousy job and we expected fair compensation for our delivery. Please reply and let us settle the matter quickly.”
Gig leaves the adventuring life and uses his experience to go back to performing on keyboard. He writes a new epic conceptual album called Breakthrough which he goes on tour with. He continues to look for the greatest capes that he can purchase so that for every concert he wears a different cape. He also seeks out the best technology and magic to create the most epic concert experience ever. It combines videos, laser lights, pyrotechnics, and of course, moving stages.
He doesn't miss fighting the Sivv or other nasty creatures, but he does miss the camaraderie he shared with his adventuring buddies. Along his galactic tours, he always makes an effort to seek out Hack, Janzi, Dunk, and Booker on whatever planet they may be living. He is always generous with his back stage passes and freely gives them out to his friends and any other friends they want to bring. Whenever he sees Booker, he tries to convince him to become head of security for his concerts.
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
Aldo, who is developing his craft as a savvy merchant, looks for some cargo to transport and make some profit.
Diplomacy:1d20 + 12 + 1d6 ⇒ (5) + 12 + (3) = 20
Merchant Savvy:
You know how to find cargo that needs hauling, buy it cheap,
identify good markets, then sell for a profit. Three times per
day when you attempt one of the following skill checks, you
can reroll the d20 before the outcome is revealed.
• Culture checks to recall knowledge about mercantile laws,
customs, corporations, or other merchants
• Diplomacy checks to gather information about merchants,
markets, and merchandise
• Profession checks using the accountant, corporate
professional, manager, merchant, or smuggler skills, or any
other Profession skills the GM approves
• Bluff, Diplomacy, or Sense Motive checks to negotiate the
price for goods and services
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
"Well, my friends. I cannot say that I feel sorry for the Edge. They have been taking advantage of their employees for years. I think what we did is a good start to setting matters right. Mind you, we are not home free yet. Let's all keep on our guard."
Recognizing the stress of the situation, Aldor uses his downtime to Entertain the crew.
Diplomacy:1d20 + 12 + 1d6 ⇒ (14) + 12 + (4) = 30
"Did I tell you about the time that I was at the photocopier printing out these pictures of a dragon when all of a sudden my boss showed up at the copier. . ."
"I keep getting these offers that if I take a survey they will give me a brand new laser rifle. Somehow they never seem to follow through on the prize. Maybe that's because I kept using your name and giving them all of your information."
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
Elated that the first hound has been dealt with, Aldo notices Kaz dealing with the remaining vicious hound up close! The captain uses his Inspiring Boost to give the vesk a surge in Stamina!
"Have you tried this game yet?” they ask a few moments later after they fail a level. “It’s called Congruenz, and it is most enjoyable!"
Zynn is not sure how to respond to Zigvigix as he considers the threat regarding the events of the scoured stars. He listens patiently to the Starfinder leader amazed that they spends their time vid-gaming and replies curtly, "I have not." In an effort to help the leader expand his horizons, the lashunta asks, "Have you ever meditated and tried to discover the order of the universe by looking within in an attempt to find personal revelation?"
Zynn recalls what information he has gathered about Elytrio.
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
On the trip back to Absalom
For the remainder of the trip, Aldo tries to entertain the crew so they can forget their worries about the EJ, if even for a little while.
"We had this one Nuar employee named Djuntagar Sharphorns who was obsessed with this strange food that he would call cheese sticks. Every day he came into the staff room to get his cheese stick and every day it was missing. One day, he had enough of his stolen cheese sticks and he went into a cheese stick rage as he went up and down the hallways demanding that people turn over their cheese sticks. Little did he know that there was a small Ysoki that loved cheese and had particularly big cheek pouches and . . . "
Bluff to Entertain DC 15:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11
"Well, I guess you had to be there."
Back to the base
Tarika wrote:
""Ohhhhhh boy, fill me in."
"Tarika, let me start by saying that this was one of the worst set ups I've ever had. We had goblin thieves, gangsters taking over our contact's business not to mention space leeches draining our hull."
Aldo relays the entire story.
...So, in the end, we've decided the money needs to go to Prat's retirement. I plan to do everything to protect my crew, but we all know the EJ can be sharp! Do you have any advice for us?"
Aasimar Envoy 4 SP 24/24 HP 28/28 RP 7/7 | EAC 12 KAC 13 | F +2 R +5 W +4 | Init +1 | Perc +9, Dipl +15, SM +7 | Inspiring Boosted: None | 20/20 Charges
"Fifty percent?!" Aldo turns around incredulously! "These are Prat's Yaro berries! Not only do these robust berries deliver a remarkable burst of flavor they have a far longer shelf life than most of the competition! Considering that I don't know you well, I will give you Ka's price for 150%"
"Lady Surtova, you impress me with your knowledge and grace. Perhaps you would permit me to recite another old tale from the book of Genesis."
Bytor recites another ancient poem to further influence the noble.
"Take a little trip back with father Tiresias
Listen to the old one speak of all he has lived through
I have crossed between the poles, for me there's no mystery
Once a man, like the sea I raged
Once a woman, like the earth I gave
But there is in fact more earth than sea
Take a little trip back with father Tiresias
Listen to the old one speak of all he has lived through
I have crossed between the poles, for me there's no mystery
Once a man, like the sea I raged
Once a woman, like the earth I gave
But there is in fact more earth than sea."
Using his knowledge of oratory, Bytor dares to try and influence her with an ancient tale.
"Lady Surtova, There are so few that have such an appreciation for these ancient tales, perhaps you would permit me to recite a poem very close to my heart. It is the story the Snow Dog!"
Bytor stands proud and begins his recitation.
"The Tobes of Hades lit by flickering torchlight
The netherworld is gathered in the glare
Prince By-Tor takes the cavern to the northlight
The sign of Eth is rising in the air
By-Tor – Knight of Darkness,
Centurion of evil – Devil’s Prince
Across the River Styx out of the lamplight
His nemesis is waiting at the gate
The Snow Dog – ermine glowing in the dampnight
Coal black eyes, shimmering with hate
By-Tor and the Snow Dog
Square for battle, let the fray begin…..
The battle over and the dust is clearing
Disciples of the Snow Dog sound the knell
Rejoicing echoes as the dawn is nearing
By-Tor in defeat retreats to Hell
Snow Dog – is victorious
The land of the Overworld is saved again"
"Sniegsun?! What in heaven's name are you doing here? Aren't you retired?"
”What better person is there to go tromping over the countryside that a retired professor. The rest are all busy teaching students, correcting exams, and doing research.”
Ervil wrote:
Ervil looks around the chamber. "Where is 'here' anyway? I don't recognize this place. Am I dreaming? I've been having the most horrible dreams of late."
”You are in the company of Lord Taranis Redleaf and the Huntsmen! I will gladly introduce you when you are feeling better. You have been in the grips of a horrible cyclops lich who called himself Vordakai. I’m not sure how you got mixed up in such a treacherous affair, but it will no doubt be a good tale to tell around a warm fire and with a cup of mead. Is there anything we can do for you now? Are you hurt? Can you walk okay?”
Android Mechanic (Scholar) 2| SP 7/14 HP 16/16 | RP 4/4 | EAC 13, KAC 14 | Fort +4; Ref +5; Will 0 | Init: +2 | Perc: +4, SM: 0| Speed: 30ft | Reroll: 1/1 | Active conditions: None.
Magnok awakes to see Rowdy Randy's enthusiastic pep talk.
"I'm not exactly a slacker, Randy. I would have run faster but that terrain was way too tricky and that massive tendril tripped me on purpose. It just wasn't fair. But I guess I have to thank you guys for saving my life. Uhh. . . thanks." Magnok says sheepishly, not likely to admit to his limitations.
Cleric 5 |HP 68/68 | AC 17 | Class DC 21| F+12 R+7 W+13 | Perc+13, Init +13 | Heal: 5/5 |Focus: 1/1| Hero Point: 3| Default exploration: Search
"Those rescued folks will appreciate us returning their gear. I think their friendship will be worth more than anything that they have found. Anyway, let's keep exploring, Bibi. We will bring it back to them when we are done."
"That's what I'm talking about! A million credits each! That's just what I need to secure my next tour! This will also give me some material to write my next suite."
Gig scratches his chin for a second.
"Hmm. Now what was the part you said about everything you've sent to make contact with it has been destroyed?"
Cleric 5 |HP 68/68 | AC 17 | Class DC 21| F+12 R+7 W+13 | Perc+13, Init +13 | Heal: 5/5 |Focus: 1/1| Hero Point: 3| Default exploration: Search
”Oh no no no no no. It’s a lurker in light. Sadly, these creatures are sadistic and cruel and did I mention malicious. it is one of the few vicious evil creatures that likes the light. You might actually see it better in dimmer light. The worst part is that it hates gnomes more than all other creatures. I think I’m going to be sick. Help me.”
Carrufikus turns an even paler shade of white and retreats.
