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Well I guess it would actually be me that was the bully since I rolled the Intimidate skill. I did not think my +0 in diplomacy would do the trick.

I certainly don't want to offend anyone in real life and I fear anything else I write will do just that.

Cheers folks, sorry to be 'that guy' I guess.

Herman looks at Janus and then back at Anwald.

"See how easy it is if you speak plainly. Lets give sunshine here his money and get this done for the Society."

"Like all of life it is a negotiation. What restitution would it take to end this to mutual satisfaction. Don't go overboard, we are still armed."

The speed of posts in this game is amazing. I am impressed.

Herman shoulders to the front of the group, still frustrated and embarrassed by the last little tussle he has had enough of the word games.

"Ok, lets talk serioius here. I am hearing a lot of mixed messages but one thing I can say is we are not assassins. You have not wronged me so I have no need to see you die. How about you get your head on straight and give me an option where you both live before my frustration boils over. How about that sunshine?"

Intimidate: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Herman finally gets his legs to feel solid as Mohag's divine energy bolsters him. He is embarrassed by his performance in that battle.

"Sorry guys, I am normally a better shot then that. As far as them" he gestures to their assailants "They will make a nice meal for some animals I am sure."

Herman is happy to help deliver the restitution.

Ok, in all honesty, I would love Never Stop Shooting for a bow.

Seeing the situation Heramn draws back his bowstring hoping to connect with this one shot at least.

"Right, reborn. Lets thread the needle here."

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (11) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 17
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 2 + 1 + 1 = 9

Point blank & studied target

Fair enough.

I just never can buy that a character would be just about dead and then be able to get his spit together to fire an arrow in the same six seconds.

"Oh thats not good." He gets up and rearms himself ready to fire if there is a chance.

I find it hard to think he would get an arrow off the moment he woke back up.

Herman sits up, spluttering and a bit confused.

"Did we win. I can tell I didn't."

Herman lays there, no longer bleeding but in a very bad way.

Stabilize: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7

Wincing when he is struck again Herman is thankful for the earlier boost. He takes a quick step to the side and fires again.

"Back at ya sunshine."

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 11 * sigh *
Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 + 1 = 5

That's very cool. We do host a local comic-con but it is just the weekend and the gaming community here is non-existent. I am jealous.

As the wounds close Herman smiles.

"Thanks for the pick up Ulisha."

Wow long convention. I run a convention center and wish we had more of that length!

With a wince Herman feels the arrow dig into him.

"Enough of that sunshine."

He wtudies his target and quickly fires off an arrow in response.

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 22
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 1 + 1 = 5

Studied Target / Point Blank Shot

"My lady, does it seem wise to point that little crossbow at a group of armed travelers? We have done nothing to provoke you that I can see."

This could be an interesting place to learn some new skills I think. Dipping an arrow in poison could have it's uses I can see.

As the others display disdain for the place Herman tries not to show his interest for fear of distancing people he needs. He does purchase a coffee and chat up the apprentices.

Herman shrugs at the talk of breeding spiders.

Who am I to judge I guess, the poison did not seem so bad.

He turns and keeps watch, not all the interested in what happens to the spider eggs.

After poking the spider to be sure it is dead and retrieving his arrows Herman checks over the corpse.

"I can probably cut out the glands from the spiders to sell later unless someone thinks they can do a better job."

+6 on survival

Herman slides around the others for a clear shot.

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 4 + 1 = 15
Longbow BoL: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 4 + 1 = 22
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 1 = 4

Bless & BoL / no studied.

Fort Save: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (14) + 2 = 16 BooYa
Fort Save BoL: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 2 = 9

"Watch it, there poisonous."

I like it when GM's roll things like saves and initiatives particularly when it is a group save. Individuals I think should each roll their own as it will impact them on their turn anyway.

"Spiders... hmm"

Herman takes a moment to study the eight legged beast once he feels the power of Desna bolstering him.

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 25
Longbow Bit Of Luck: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 7
Damage: 1d8 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 + 1 = 10

Attack / Studied Target / Bless / Bit of Luck

Wow busy family weekend and you miss a lot in this one!

If in range

"Blast, running away."

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 4 + 1 = 10
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 2 + 1 = 8

Blast

Again shuffeling forward and studying his target Herman lets an arrow fly at the attacker in purple.

"Feeling lucky? I am."

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 1 = 14
Longbow bit of luck: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 4 + 1 = 22

Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 2 + 1 = 4

Herman takes a step closer and launches another arrow at the attacker in yellow.

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (16) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 22
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 2 + 1 = 6

Studied Target & Bless

"I did warn you I believe."

Herman takes a small step and eyes up the attacker in yellow pants before releasing an arrow.

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 9
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 2 + 1 + 1 = 12

Thats what I get for talking big I guess.

5ft step / studied target / point blank shot @ yellow

Readying an arrow Herman speaks in a cold flat voice, loud but devoid of emotion.

"If this was yours you would have had it before now. Best change your tone and your stance. Talk of 'cuts' and 'bruises' again you will find a few new holes in the one thing you do own, your skin."

Intimidate: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

"Now talk civil or begone one way or another."

IRL I feel there is a d20 in my head when trying to recall someones name. Everything else, like you said, is there or it isn't.

Herman stands around looking usless thought this section.

As a player I am not sure how I didn't take any knowledge skills. That was an oversight that will be fixed at the next level.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

Grabbing one of Ayla's apples he checks out the egg as well.

"I don't think that one is going to hatch but I have been wrong before. Don't think there is much we can do with it."

Eating his apple Herman gives up on the egg.

happy happy in 47 minutes here. :)

Diplomacy: 1d20 ⇒ 17

"It is a brutal land where strength is key. The upside it is the only real source of adamantine so it is possible to get very powerful weapons."

Herman retrieves the horse and gathers some food for the journey.

Hemran will look for a place to board the horse for the evening. Preferably someplace reputable before joining the others for the feast.

Contuning to mumble to himself.

"Just the priest. Bloody arse he is."

This time he takes a moment to examine his target before loosing an arrow.

Longbow @ Priest: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 7 OMG these "dice"

Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 2 + 1 + 1 = 10

Confirm Fumble: 1d20 + 4 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 4 + 1 + 1 = 21

Point-Blank + Studied Target

A frustrated Herman moves for a clear line of fire and lets lose an arrow at the priest, mumbeling to himself.

"Should have just talked to us."

Longbow: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 4 + 1 = 22
Damage: 1d8 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 2 + 1 = 5

move and point-blank shot

Herman, frustrated beyond words, again tries to use his nimbleness to get free of the crowd.

"You people are very frustrating!"

Acrobatics: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (1) + 5 = 6 I just can't with these rolls.

OK, so I can't start shooting random people in a skills check :)

This is crazy, maybe I can slip threw.

Acrobatics: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9 My last three rolls on the paizo sight are 1, 3 and 4.

I have plenty of range lets see if I can get them to move.

Herman levels and arrow at the crowd and tries one more time to get them to disperse.

"My friends said it nicer but MOVE BEFORE THIS ARROW FINDS A NEW HOME!"

Intimidate: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (10) + 4 = 14

"That is what horses are for, carrying apples. You will of course have to pay the standard horse / apple tax form time to time."

Herman says with a smile to Ayla.

Leading the horse with them Herman smiles at the though of apples.

"Lets get the full dozen. Horses love apple slices."

Happy Happy Merry Merry from Saratoga Springs, NY.

Herman steps around the rock and levels an arrow at the little creature.

"Hey! That is enough of that. Put your hands up and tell us what is going on."

Intimidate: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (3) + 4 = 7

This seems more complicated then just shooting arrows... again.

Herman readies an arrow and draws the bow tight but really is unsure where to shoot. Instead he just watched for more... substantial enemies.

"Great, mist."

Herman readies his bow and takes a position behind some rocks.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 6 = 10

Herman pats the horse on the nose and smiles. "It has been well cared for and should make a nice addition to the group." He leads the horse along with the others.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

Outside when he sees the bear Herman comments to himself. "Not sure i would be so proud of killing little more than a cub."

Once inside he happily pays for the proffered food with a nod he decides. "I will treat the group unless someone objects."