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Hektolog

Thanks a lot, Rapunzel!

Same for me, file is reported as corrupt by Word.

Thanks for doing the bookkeeping parts as well.

Requested access as well. Thanks for all the hard work, Krash!

Confirming normal track. No day job here.

I'm new at PFS, so let me know if I need to do anything else.

Just checking in. All is well.

Hektolog tries to move out of the way of the falling shelves and acid.

Reflex save, target 14: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 2 = 11
Reflex save, target 13: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21

Hektolog takes 6 damage if my math is right.

He lets out a short scream as the acid and debris fall onto him.

This is too small a building for so many people to be fighting in, Hektolog thinks. With that, he draws his greataxe (Move action because of +0 BAB) and tries to cast Cure Light Wounds on himself.

Concentration check, target 17: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22

heal: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Spells Cast:
L1 1/4

Tagging with an update. I expected us to get here eventually, just not quite so abruptly. Waiting to see Korianna's reaction.

Hektolog speaks loudly, trying to break the cycle of retorts, "Thalia! Thalia! That is enough!" Once Korianna and Thalia have stopped, he speaks to her directly.

"Don't think that just because we let you come along that you have a say in things here. I suggest you let us handle things. If need be, we can have you escorted outside."

Sorry for the delay. Wanted to make sure everybody got a chance to post.

Hektolog winces a little after Omar talks. So much for a little at a time. At least you always know where you stand with that guy, he thinks.

"Part of the answer of what we might acquire depends on what you have to give. "

Feeling some of the tension leave the room, Hektolog relaxes somewhat.

"The big question, from our perspective, is what interest do you have in causing difficulty for House Andares? Failing that, how is kidnapping Lady Thalia helpful if you have an issue with her Father?"

Recognizing that as a potentially difficult question, Hektolog tries to maintain his awareness without being obviously on edge.

Well I guess we are going for the direct approach, thinks Hektolog.

"We did not journey here as a social call," says Hektolog flatly, "Rather, we seek answers".

I am specifically trying NOT to bluff or intimidate. I want to see where the conversation goes before trying to affect it.

Hektolog watches the man as he moves out of the shop and back onto it.

Sense Motive: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21

Hrm. That was a quick exit. I think he may be on to us. I will have to warn the others.

Standing by until I see what Deaglan does.

I moved your token for you, Beromir. Please make sure it is right.

Round 1

Hektolog moves toward the wolves. Move 20': SW, W, W

Hektolog invokes, "Deaglan, may fortune favor your actions." Guidance on Deaglan.

Thanks for the reminder on that.

Hektolog hopes that his appeal to Thalia is helpful.

Aid Another(diplomacy): 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6

Apparently, her safety is not that important....

"Well, having the Lady Thalia with us would surely keep news of her discovery close among us."

Turning to Thalia, Hektolog speaks to her directly, "If you would like to join us in investigating this alchemist, I have no problem. Know, however, that it may be dangerous and we cannot guarantee your safety."

I have no way of getting into the lockbox, unless you want me to hit it with a greataxe. :)

"That is some impressive detective work, Deaglan," agrees Hektolog.

"It might be a good idea to keep Miss Thalia's rescue a secret, for the time being. That might give us the advantage of surprise with the Alchemist."

I think we did a reasonable job of not jumping right to fighting Enderios, so this seems basically feasible.

Hektolog examines the letter from Enderios' employer.

Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
Diplomacy: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

He makes no useful insights from the letter. "Well, it does seem odd to let a kidnapper go free, but we have secured Thalia. That was the real goal."

I hope somebody rolls better than I did.....

Hektolog looks at Thalia incredulously and relaxes slightly.

"Surely, you can see how we think something underhanded is going on. Care to explain?"

Hektolog's perception check. Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 2 = 10

"I think you have the situation reversed," says Hektolog, "We were coming up here to investigate a disappearance and those men attacked us. "

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

"It does seem we found an answer to the question of what happened to Consul Andares' daughter, as well."

Yeah, you are one busy guy. I hope everything works out job-wise. Good luck!

Round 2

Hektolog runs to the east, trying to join into the fray. As he moves, he bellows a war cry.

Double move, 6 squares east. He should end up just north of where Nicolae is now.

I agree with Deaglan, Hektolog's round action won't really differ because of order. I'll post now to make updates go faster.

Round 1

Hektolog offers a blessing to Omar "May your musket fire true." Guidance on Omar.

After finishing the blessing, Hektolog moves toward the villa.

Standard action: Cast Guidance on Omar
Move action: E,E,E,E

That is unclear to me as well. I don't think it will matter much in the first round but after that it may.

Hektolog gathers his things and follows the Captain. "Let's move all. The Captain knows where Lady Thalia could be being held."

Moving out. Glad that is all taken care of.

Agreed. I'm fine with handing over the notes. It's not like the rest of us will do anything useful with them.

I don't have anything more to really help, but with the extra aid another bonuses, we may be OK.

Let's see what Krash has to say.

Agreed, let's try to get this resolved so we can get back to the module where everybody can play. Here we go.

Hektolog reads the notes that Rapunzel shows him. When he is done, he says "I do think the Captain will find these interesting. Let's hope feels the same way we do."

Returning to the room with the party and Captain Merton. After getting the Captain's attention, he says "Captain, there is something I think you should see."

Hektolog shows the notes to the Captain. After letting the Captain read the notes he continues, "I hope this lets you know what you will be dealing with by keeping the Eagle Knights in Andoran. It does seem that military might would be much more useful in Mendev where there is a war to be fought. "

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (4) + 7 = 11 That's +4 cha, +1 guidance, +2 aid another

Bah! I'm not sure how big of a bonus the notes give us, but that does not look good.

"I am ready if everybody else is," says Hektolog. Then he continues, "It seems the Captain might have a place we can look for leads."

Hektolog takes a short pause to see if anybody needs more time to move.

"Lead on, good Captain."

Also, consider the conversation with Sander paused while the situation with Dorabeth is resolved.

I think that's a good plan.

"Great news! I will get ready to travel, Captain," says Hektolog.

He turns to Deaglan and says "This seems as good a trail as any. Do you think we can get everybody moving?"

Hektolog gathers his gear, checks the contents of his pack, and makes other minor adjustments as the others finish.

Hektolog joins Deaglan and the Captain.

"I agree with my associate, Captain. It may be fruitful to investigate abandoned buildings, ruins, or any structures that are known to be abandoned. They are all places where a person could be held without much risk of discovery. Is there anything that matches that description in or near town?"

Hektolog nods in agreement with Thosar. "I understand Consul Andares not wanting to risk endangering his daughter any more than she already is."

Turning to the Captain and Sander Bryton, Hektolog continues "I would think the two of you have an interest in seeing the kidnapper or kidnappers being exposed. Do you know what demands are contained in the letter? "

Sense motive on Capt. Merton: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14
Sense motive on Sander Bryton: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 1 = 20

Assuming neither of you are involved that is, Hektolog thinks to himself.

First off, the sense motive rolls

Sense Motive 1: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 1 = 10
Sense Motive 2: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 1 = 10

"Consul, we understand your predicament. We will, of course, do nothing that might endanger your daughter. Perhaps we can talk in your study, privately."

Now for the diplomacy

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

No luck with that, I think.

Don't worry, it's an unusual combination. Besides, you being flirty has seemed to work for us so far. Let's play this out as we have been and we can deal with new people differently in the future.

Once we deliver the letter, things should go smoothly anyway.

Hektolog moves quickly, trying to distract attention from Doarabeth. I hope Tercio doesn't notice that his maid is upset, he thinks.

"Consul," he says with as much formality as he can "we were sent by Venture-Captain Brackett. Please accept this letter from the good Captain."

Hektolog moves aside, inviting Rapunzel to the front.

We never really nominated anybody to handle negotiations and I assume we'll only get one shot at trying to convince the maid before she slams the door in our face.

Hektolog has a +4 to diplomacy. Does anybody have a higher modifier or should he give it a try?

As the group approaches the door and talks with the greeter, Hektolog covertly looks around the grounds and building to see if he notices anything unusual or out of place.

Perception: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 2 = 13

That's good to hear, Krash! Glad things went well for you.

Hektolog waits for an opening in the ongoing banter between Rapunzel and the Captain.

"Captain, we are here to see the Anders but I don't think he will use all of our time. Is there anything that you may need help with while we are here?"

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

Hektolog will relate the information about the consul when we are alone.

Hektolog returns the handshake from Deglan.

"No offense was implied or received. It's good to make your acquaintance, Deaglan. May this be the beginning of a fruitful expedition."

A sly grin appears on Hektolog's face as he starts speaking "That is some good news and great boon to our group if everybody follows that example."

Bowing his head slightly but deliberately and obviously to the Dwarf, he continues" It seems that we may get on better than our heritage suggests. Call me Hektolog, if it pleases you."

After an extended time with his head lowered toward the dwarf, Hektolog returns to his regular stance and waits for a response.

"That is some good information, elf," agrees Hektolog. "We should be wary of every party involved with this situation and keep what we find to ourselves."

Hektolog nods at Rapunzel. Then he says "Agreed, we should make haste. We will need to get to the Andares manor to find out more and the trail will become more difficult to find as it ages. "

He then looks around the room and addresses the group as a whole. "Is everybody else ready to depart?"

"Venture-Captain, "says a solidly built Half-Orc with a smile uncommon for his people, "let assure you we will do everything in our power to return the Andares woman to her family. I'm also sure that should the Andares family see it fit to show their gratitude, the mutual backscratching could work its way to all involved."

After a momentary pause, Hektolog continues. "You mention corruption. Do you believe this could be an inside job? Are there any trusted agents in wine country?"

I do not work for either of those groups, but I would like to join you.

Are you accepting new people? If so, please add me to the queue.