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Thanks. It was fun.

Gideon signs the petition as well. He documents what he can of the social life of the community.

Gideon cracks his knuckles as she mentioned the blast doors. "That was I. I'll help if you need a third hand."

"Is there a doctor in the house?" Gideon calls out. Then he moves to make room for others to help give her medical attention.

Profession (Con Artist): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (4) + 9 = 13

Gideon figures there are probably more crab-creatures where that one came from, so better to let it go. Instead, he moves to examine the figure on the catwalk.

Gideon returns to attacking with his pistol, firing two shots in rapid succession.

Skipshot pistol, vs KAC, Full attack: 1d20 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (17) + 2 - 4 = 15
Damage P: 1d4 ⇒ 1

Skipshot pistol, vs KAC, Full attack: 1d20 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (16) + 2 - 4 = 14
Damage P: 1d4 ⇒ 4

Gideon sees what the creature did to Tiny and Calisst, so he steps back again and fires his pistol.

Skipshot pistol, vs KAC: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (15) + 2 = 17 (range 60 ft, -1/range inc.)
Damage, P: 1d4 ⇒ 2

Gideon steps away from the crab-thing, giving room for Calisst to join in the fun. He draws his survival knife in case he has to fight it close up and personal. BAB of 0, so no drawing weapon as part of the move action, alas.

Gideon draws his pistol as he moves to the west end of the catwalk. He fires down at the creature in the water.

Skipshot pistol: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8 (range 60 ft, -1/range inc.)
Damage, vs KAC, P: 1d4 ⇒ 3

Splash.

Gideon trails behind Tiny to watch for hazards and threats while the big guy focuses on getting to the body.

Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Something gets in Gideon's eye, forcing him to see with only one eye for a few moments.

Is there anything to explore to the west? It looks like there may be some gates or doors. Are the hatches the doors to the six strange spheres we closed?

Gideon suggests the group look at the room to the south that appears to have a floor plan that is a mirror image of the room with the beacon.

Rex deduces that the interference from the starmetal spheres has cut the broadcast range of this device to less than 100 feet, and that somebody activated this beacon remotely from within that range.

"Could be our missing person. Let's press on."

Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

Gideon is baffled by the technology of the beacon. He stands back to allow someone else a chance.

"That signal might be from the person we are looking for. Maybe she got trapped down here. All those energy blasts likely overwhelmed a weak signal, perhaps a comm unit. Let's investigate."

The bonus is the same for computers and engineering.

Gideon grins as he figures out things poking at the computer.

"First, those spheres are made of very rare star metals. Let me get a video record of them before we do anything else." He scans what he can and then resumes his explanation.

"Someone thought he was clever, putting the actual terminal to control the first pair of doors on the other side of the zap zone. Fortunately, I have an app for that."

He concentrates and sends a faint bit of mystic energy at the terminal across the aisle from everyone. It sinks in and in front of Gideon a holographic set of computer controls appears and responds to his hand motions as if here were at the other computer.

Computers: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15
Computers: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17
Computers: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (17) + 8 = 25

Let me know if the spell Holographic Interface would help with making a computer check, perhaps without having to move into a hazard zone.

Gideon will work the terminals to try to learn more about what is what.

Computers: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (19) + 8 = 27
Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (19) + 8 = 27
Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

Gideon studies his hands and waves them about, apparently amused. He tries rinsing the glow off with some of the water and dries his hands with an old rag to see if it washes or rubs off.

Gideon hands the jump jets to Tiny, saying "Hop to it!"

Gideon volunteers to investigate the stalactite, unless the group thinks it's best left alone. "Let's see if it might be helpful."

He examines it trying to figure out whether the glow is natural or magical.

Mysticism: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7

If someone has physical science, it might be worth a roll to see what it's made of. Anyone with mysticism might also see if they can determine what Gideon's pathetic roll did not.

Gideon takes the jump jets upgrade and says, "Who wants? I've got a slot I could fit it into if no one else wants it, but I don't think I'll need it as much as those who wade into combat."

Gideon writes a computer program on his comm unit that observes the sounds of water hitting the water linked to a video view of where the drops hit with a link to the video camera. Then it calculates where to be to capture the next drop.

Computers: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (15) + 8 = 23

Gideon studies the comm unit and walks where it indicates, holds out the vial and makes steady progress collecting drops for Jresspr.

Mysticism: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (6) + 6 = 12

Gideon mostly applies mysticism to help solve magic technology challenges, not for anything like enlightenment. Still he tries to think of a way of catching some drops.

Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18

I am sorry for not posting recently. As I said I would be, I have been traveling since Saturday morning and while I had some time on the weekend with Internet access, I had trouble signing on to Paizo and could not get a password reset to work. I'm just now able to post again, but now I'm crunched for time as I get caught up on my work and all my games. I'll post as soon as I can, but I'm okay with 'botting my character if it will help keep things from bogging down.

Seeing Tiny's reaction to Rex's pun, Gideon says, "With these things, resistance is futile."

Survival: 1d20 ⇒ 13

Gideon tries to lure the creature by discharging low amp electricity into the floor. "I wonder if these would benefit from a blast from an arc pistol or emitter?"

Generally yes. If the memory is limited, he has it set to a low resolution most of the time and only switches to high res for situations where a better view might be helpful.

Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11
Mysticism: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7

Whatever the spoilers explain, it is outside Gideon's experience and/or training.

Referring to the strange tunnels, he observes, "It is strange that such a thing could exist without someone knowing about it. Either this was part of the station's original design and has been forgotten or whatever was created down here has evolved into something new."

He documents the pregnant creature.

Likewise on the culture check (untrained).

Gideon is reluctant to touch the walls, but he does take a moment and casts detect magic.

If the walls are not magically created, he attempts to analyze them for what kind of technology they employ.

Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (16) + 8 = 24

If this does not bear results, he considers any ways in which magic might be blended with technology.

Mysticism: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

My work schedule has changed. For the next five weeks, I'll be unable to post generally after 3 PM (same time zone as New York City) on Monday through Thursday. I'll check games in the morning and make what posts I can.

Also, I may be traveling on April 6-9. I should have some access to Wifi and a laptop, but if a post is needed in this period, please
'bot my character. It's possible the trip will not happen, in which case I'll let you know. (I'm hoping to see the total solar eclipse on April 8 in Ohio, USA.)

Gideon sets the camera to remain fixed to his chest and sets it for low resolution. He lets it act as a body cam to make a record of their path. When the hexagonal panels show up, she switches to normal resolution for a close-up of the panels and then sets it back to body cam mode.

"I ain't 'fraid o' no ghosts," he sings softly to reassure himself.

Gideon checks the battery on the arc emitter and attaches it to his utility belt. He's ready to go.

Gideon thanks Vic and then says to his comrades, "How shall we divide these? I'd say Tiny gets the serums of earthen stature and fiery vengeance, since he's likely to be up close and personal with anything we fight. I'd say the Doc gets the infinite air, since if there's any poison, we'll need him healthy to help the rest of us. I see Calisst has two small arms, to my one. Plus one of them is a pulsecaster. So how about I take this arc emitter? Or maybe Rex, you want the arc emitter? It can be set to stun."

Reposting something I posted yesterday evening but apparently got stolen by the Paizo system goblins:

Gideon finishes up his instructions with words of advice. "If you are thinking of using these scams for your own benefit, remember to never apply them to any less fortunate than yourselves. If you scam those who are struggling to survive, you are scum and no better than those goons who have been giving you trouble."

Gideon checks his supplies and waits for everyone else to do the same and get started on the search for the missing.

After failing to help with the technical side of things, Gideon sheepishly moves on and mingles with the locals to learn what else he might help them with. When he learns about them being harassed by gangs, he takes it upon himself to teach them how to spot attempts to trick them into falling for scams to get resources out of them without providing real benefits. He role plays with them as he pretends to be someone with some miracle device that will make food out of nothing or multiply electrical energy. Then he points out how they can tell this is a con.

Profession (Con Artist): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (16) + 9 = 25

Gideon locates tasks that require skills in computer programming and engineering.

Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
His computers skill has the same bonus.

Gideon asks, "This part of the station has the nickname of being part of the ghost levels. Have you seen any ghosts or other strange hazards?"

At some point he taps his head and says, "Doh! We've brough some supplies that might help." He shows her the mk 1 null-space chamber.

"I love what you've done with the place," Gideon says, admiring the fountain. "Where is the water coming from? Have you tested the water? We might have a way to do that." He looks at the others in the team for someone with a water testing kit, likely part of a medkit or some other toolkit.

Gideon studies the sparking area and reads the instructions.

Computers: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19
Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15

Gideon talks with the refugees while he recovers from the minor minor shock he took in the firefight. He mingles and asks their names, listens to their stories of how they got to this point.

To amuse any children in the area, he says, "I know it looks like I'm a big spender rich guy type, but remember this: things are not always what they appear." He rubs his palms together and makes a sweeping gesture reaching down near the ground and passing the palms of his hands up from the floor to over his head. As his hands move pass his clothing changes from those of a well-to-do merchant or businessman to tattered, dirty, and apparently cheaply made togs like the refugees are wearing.

He figures it best to look more like the local refugees than a mark for thugs looking for some top of the line gear.

Wardrobe Change

He also replaces the four small arms rounds he fired with rounds removed from the gang. If no one else wants it, Gideon will tuck the semi-auto in his belt as a back-up firearm or to use if he needs more stopping power in the next fight.

Spending 1 RP to regain SP.

Gideon advances closer, keeping close to the crates for cover. If Tiny and Rex have not convinced the last punk to beat feet, Gideon fires another round.

Skipshot pistol: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21 (range 60 ft, -1/range inc.)
Damage, vs KAC, P: 1d4 ⇒ 2

As the one Gideon shot flees, Gideon fires a round at the remaining punk. "Someone obviously was late to Cut-and-Run 101."

Skipshot pistol: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14 (range 60 ft, -1/range inc.)
Damage, vs KAC, P: 1d4 ⇒ 1

Another wing shot.

Gideon takes another shot at the punk who just shot Rex. "Run while you can!" he suggests politely.

Skipshot pistol: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21 (range 60 ft, -1/range inc.)
Damage, vs KAC, P: 1d4 ⇒ 4

His last shot was a glancing wound. This hit square in the chest.

I forgot to specify Gideon's target: blue.

Gideon lets out a choice Triaxian curse word and retreats to the cover afforded by stack of crates. Then he fires again, hoping it won't be another warning shot.

Skipshot pistol: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16 (range 60 ft, -1/range inc.)
Damage, vs KAC, P: 1d4 ⇒ 1

Let us know what objects on the map, if any, provide cover.

Gideon sighs and draws his pistol as he advances to where he has a clear shot at yellow. He fires his skipshot pistol, the slug jumping across space to return to space time just in front of the ganger.

Skipshot pistol: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6 (range 60 ft, -1/range inc.)
Damage, vs KAC, P: 1d4 ⇒ 2

"That was your one and only warning shot," he calls out.

Could Gideon roll an intimidate or diplomacy check to achieve the second success or would it have to someone who hasn't succeeded yet?

I may not be able to post much on Tuesdays and Thursdays, as I work a double shift those days. 'Bot me if necessary. I've written spoilers in my profile with dice-bot texts for common rolls like attacks and skills, so check there to quickly copy and paste the text for the 'bot rolls. Thanks.

On the trip to the downlow, Gideon puts on the boots, if no one else will and spends some time programing his comm unit to receive the data the boots provide. He also arranges with someone to transfer a copy of the data at regular intervals as a back-up. He also sets his commlink to download reduced pixel versions of what the camera records as a back-up.

When he sees the Bulkhead Bruisers extorting the refugees, he rolls his eyes and thinks, Amateurs. Idiot amateurs!

He mutters to the others, "Back me up, okay?"

He strides confidently up to the gangers, smiles broadly, and says, "Best move along, mates. I saw a team of steward enforcers heading this way. I don't think they'll approve of your marketing scheme, admirable as it is." He glances back toward a busy passageway as if they might be almost to the intersection.

Bluff: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21

Gideon has no questions. It seems pointless when the whole expedition is the answer questions about the area. He offers to take the camera and document events. He secures a strap that allows the camera to sit on his chest like a bodycam.

Drow? What level? I just like to have a clear visual idea of a PC and basic sense of capabilities. Weapons, armor?