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Reacting with a nearly instantaneous speed, gifted to him by his ancestors, Ignius watches the woman reel back from Justified preemptive attack. Not allowing the woman a moment of respite, Ignius whirls his hands in a complex set of gestures and once again calls upon the inborn power of flame that he carries in his blood. Jaws extending, Ignius screams out a wordless howl, inaudible to any by the woman. The heat from the hidden word, blisters her skin and dazes her.
Sighing, Ignius holds his hands out pleadingly. tell us what we want to know. My companions will not take no for an answer.
Near the back of the room Ignius tugged at his beard thoughtfully. The woman was cornered and had thus far made no attempts to attack him. He wasn't sure if this was the leader of the Lotus Dragons, but he thought it was possible. On one hand she had been responsible for the orders to attack the magi and his companions, on the other however, it seemed as if Vanthus had been the driving force. Sighing to himself, the wizened man stepped foward, running a hand along his suntanned scalp. Perhaps a carrot rather than the stick? Ignius murmured. I suppose in a way one could call us Lavinia's flunkies, miss. The older man began, smiling sadly. But if that were the case what would that make the Lotus Dragons in regards to Vanthus? Holding his hands out the older man shrugged. Our lives were threatened. The city was not safe. We were left little options at a diplomatic resolution until now. Perhaps.. perhaps some sort of agreement could be reached however.
Excellent Job! Ignius states, looking down at the festering zombie with an air of disgust. Carefully stepping over the corpse, the mage moves into the room. I believe the breastplate is of some value, but the cleaning of it makes me question my desire to gather it.
Already at the back of the group, the sun wizened man covers his mouth in a reflex gag at the smell of rotting flesh. The armored and shielded bugbear carries with it a cloud of flies and Ignius can't help but be revolted by the creature. Despite that revulsion though, Ignius is able to perfectly time the casting of his spell, licking the creature with a tiny dart of flame that shoots from his finger, singeing the creatures breastplate.
Heaving a sigh of relief, Ignius nods in thanks to the others. I have been saving that spell for some time. But once they closed in on me, I had to fall back. Thanks for covering me. Glancing around the room, Ignius frowns. So what do you all propose we do about that one?
Scowling in distaste, Ignius steps into the room. I diden't wish to do this, but there can be no other way. The wizened man states unapologetically before raising his hands and calling upon his firey ancestry. Completing the spell, Ignius's hand begin to glow with heat and with a Woosh! He pushes them together and outward catching the six thieves in a explosion of superheated air. ____________________________
Nodding in silent agreement that he understands, Ignius raises his hands and prepares to weave a spell. He knows that at this point offers of clemency would fall on callous souls, and the Lotus Dragons would kill him and all of his companions if given the chance. He wonders how it all came to this. How a simple task to retrieve a ring and an inheritance nearly lead to their deaths more than once. The law, the older man knew would be useless against such people who would willingly take matters into their own hands. He hated this, but he had no choice. Grimly he resigned himself.
Wait... Ignius stutters. What do you mean that the Lady has a dragon?!
Sniffing in distaste, Ignius steps around the now cooling pool of of the cook pots contents. Moria, I thought you were looking for traps? The elderly man mutters towards the young girl. Perhaps you should spend more time watching our front instead of flashing smiles towards our new companions?
Morning Guys, I had some things come up. Long story short.. I am back home and have access to the forums. Not sure how long it will last for, but while I am here no need to get e-mail updates. I'll let you guys know if things change.
Well my friends... I am going away on business. I won't be able to access the pazio forums for a while. Fanguar is going to send me updates via e-mail and we will try to see if I can incorporate my posts via e-mail for the time being being. I won't be able to play off of you much, but hopefully I can still contribute. If things don't workout via e-mail then Fanguar will DMNPC me. I'll check in when I can. -Ignius
It's hard to say how large of a complex we are dealing with. Ignius states quietly. Perhaps we should focus on each "second" one at a time. We start by moving south and when all doors in that direction run out, then we pick another direction.
A reasonable suggestion. Ignius murmurs before waving his hand in a complex pattern as his eyes sparkle with blue hints.
Lets be along then. I don't wish to tarry with this grim task. Eyeing the bunks, Ignius snorts. Though I suppose robbery is a small slap on the risk next to the wholesale murder we just committed.
Moria my dear, did you find anything? The older man asks while tugging on his beard thoughtfully. If not, we should move on. I don't know if the attack might have warned others.
Scalding Sands! Ignius exclaims as Justified attack the man with a sickening crunch. Wary that the sound of combat might trigger the other man to run, Ignius readies a spell should the other thief try to escape.
Backing away from the door, Ignius also shrugs and then gestures towards the door and then back to the more heavily armed members of the group. I'm a respectable scholar dammit, not some door kicking mercenary. How in the hells did I end up in this situation.
Glancing at the bottle thoughtfully, Ignius shrugs. I'm not sure, but your suggestion has merit. Closing his eyes for a moment, the older magi waves a hand. When his eyes open they flicker with motes of black, like ash falling from the sky. Peering at the bottle, the tanned man holds it up and glances at it.
I'm not sure if I want to take the man at his word about the Potion. I'll roll a Spellcraft next post.
Frowning, Ignius crosses his arms. Well you have offered him a stick, but no carrot. Gesturing towards the shopkeeper, Ignius sighs. I'm afraid my friends are quite insistent and while I abhor violence, the people that you work for have already threatened both us and those who employ us. However, I promise that if you tell us what we wish to know, no harm will come to you from us.
Nodding softly, the elder man examines the ring closely. Yes, that appears to be the same one. I for one am willing to accept this turn of events. I wasn't aware that our employer had other resources at her disposal, but considering we are short handed, I happy for the help. Eyes turning towards Moria, Ignius frowns. Perhaps not appropriate my dear. Sighing, the man turns and looks at the room in greater detail. Did you find anything of note?
Shrugging Ignius turns to the new arrivals. "I for one found Grun to be respectful and competent." Sighing the older magi gestures towards them. "Considering we have been attacked shortly after locating this place and nearly killed on an abandoned island, I tend to believe that this is the correct location. However how do we know you both are as you say? Our foes have set ambushes before. I wish I was not so paranoid, but there you have it." Frowning the man rubs his beard thoughtfully. "Did our employer provide some proof of validity?" -Posted with Wayfinder
Welcome!
Eyeing the young woman who has proven quite adept as of late, Iginus nods as she riffles through the mans equipment before holding a bag of gems. Grab them and go.
I have no desire to call it either. Perhaps we could fast forward into the thieves lair?
Hand crackling with barely contained fury born from his fiery heritage, Ignius nods stoically. This situation could be difficult to explain, and any guards that come will likely be in the purse of the thieves, a bit of petty larceny can be looked past, but murder will not be tolerated. We should move quickly.
Friends! I have cell reception back. Expect full updates later in the week. So happy I'm almost back onto the boards!
After a successful day of shopping, Ignius returns back to the manor. It had been by agreement that the group would remain together for at least as long as they had resolved the situation with the prodigal brother Vanthus. The group’s memory of the dead informant was still fresh in their minds and none were willing to take the chance that they might be the next target for the man’s ire. As Ignius begins laying out his purchases on an end table in the same study that they had planned the days excusing in, he frowned feeing a foreigner object in his pocket. Digging it out his eyes became hard. Biting down on the inside of his cheek he handed the scroll first to Justified and then to Grun and finally Moira. You are being watched by the Lotus Dragons. Your questions will bring you misery. It’s best to sit back and let things happen as they will. Further interference will only bring you tears. Ignius read aloud, before rubbing his bearded chin thoughtfully. Well it seems that our attempts to remain unnoticed failed us. Sighing, Ignius turned to the rest of the group. I think we need to deal with this. The magi said quietly, gesturing to the note. They know who we are now. If we weren’t a target before we are now. Suggestions?
Yes, I think thats an excellent idea. Ignius states before the group heads out into the city to purchase new wares. After several hours of shopping, Ignius begins greasing palms with bits of silver and gold attempting to learn about the lotus dragons and where they might lair at.
My thanks Moira Ignius says graciously. As for Vanthus, its hard to say. It seems as if he is mixed up with the Lotus's somehow. He stole most if not all of Lavinia's inheritance and yet she still loves him. It's sad.. but family can do that. Sighing the magi sits down on a plush red velvet chair and sipped his fiery brandy slowly. Regardless we need to find him. I suggest we take advantage of the rest of the day to do some shopping and then start looking for answers tomorrow? Does everyone agree? Also I think its best that until we know more we don't travel alone. No one leaves by themselves. I would hate for anything to happen to one of you, in order for us to "get the message".
Fanguar, I think I set us up for you opening up with a post for us returning to our employer. Let me know if you need anything us for us to move along in the game.
At a loss for words, Ignius instead shakes his head. In his lands a woman would never be so provocative. It was still odd to him to have to learn about different cultures and styles. Moira was just so.. forward. Sighing the older man gestured to the others in the group. Lets head back to our employer and let her know the results of our search. We can purchase goods and then see about this lotus lair, yes?
We are, I asked in the gameplay thread.
If your going to buy a scroll, I would instead buy a partially charged wand that I could use. You would get more uses out of it. Oil of Bless Weapon would I think allow it to bypass DR from evil creatures. I'm not an expert.
For a fighter? Hrm, Oh, smoke goggles? They are cheep and help prevent gaze attacks. Perhaps a potion of magic weapon? Get a back up silver weapon or some weapon blanch. There is also an item that renders your weapon immune to descrution from oozes and rust monsters temportarly that is cheep. Get a blance for cold iron as well. That will allow you to stay in the fight. Aside from that, save your cash. Get a ring of protection as soon as you can or a weapon enchant.
Moria, loan me five gold? Also consider spending a bit on a potion of Vanish (50gp) and a Potion of Magic Weapon (50gp). A weapon cord would be a good idea for you.
Morning guys, I have been saving some of my gold and I am going to make some purchases. Lets get what we want up in the thread so we can plan things out. Personally I feel like a group Wand of Cure Light Wounds would be an excellent buy. At 750gp it would cost 187.5gp per person, but it would be worth the funds. Aside from that I want to buy the following gear. Ignius's current gold: 1041 gp
Total: 1045 GP (slightly over my total ammount, but considering that Moria is selling off her tools, it should cover it.
Ms. Greyshadow, just how old are you? Ignius asks, considering the idea of sending Moira in to a smokey tavern to deal with drunk men.
I think our best course of action would be to check in. Nodding to the rest of the group, Ignius rubs his chin in thought. She might want to know about her brothers involvement. I also think it's best if we don't go out alone for the time being. You all saw what happened to our informant. So yes, let's go check in, and then buy anything we might need before we start looking into this "Lotus Lair". ______________________
I agree that it is more of a party resource, but someone has to hold it. We could always sell it, but then again a Large Earth Elemental has 2 attacks at +14 with 2d6 + 7 damage and power attack as well as bonuses against people that are touching the ground. It could easily turn a *very* hard fight towards our advantage.
Character has been updated including new wealth and items. +1 BAB,
Ok, so excluding the potions and gem we found the following during our expedition: So this is what I would recommend for gear breakdown. This can slow down parties so I figured we could just do it like this. Moria:
Ignius:
Grun:
Justified:
I know that this is not totally fair, but I tried to distribute each item based on who could get the most use out of it while still keeping it fair. Is everyone agreed? Moria, when you sell your normal thieves tools, give the cut of profits back to the rest of the group since you get the traveler's any tool, fair?
GM Fanguar, how close to level 2 are we?
I agree. I don't know anything about this Lotus Lair, but it sounds like something that might be guarded. Better weapons and gear would help. We will have to be careful however to ensure that our quarry does not know we made it out alive. Glancing back to Moria. Ignius frowns. My dear, you seem to know a bit about our city's seedy underbelly. Have you ever heard of this Lotus Lair?
Huffing and puffing, Ignius wipes the sweat from his forehead. When the time came for him to learn the second circle of eldritch power he would have to remember how much he disliked climbing. Turning back to the events at hand, Ignius sighed. Well, that didn't go so well. I hate to point fingers, but I would be willing to bet that Vanthus played a part in the man's death. The scroll we found stated that he can be found in the Lotus Lair below the Taxidermist's Hall. Perhaps it would be best if we returned to the city quietly. Informed our employer of the recent events and then went to have a conversation with the man. Thoughts?
Yes, excellent! Once the oil is applied I'll set fire to the trapdoor and hopefully the rocks will fall through and we can make our escape.
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