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Jak turns from tying the goblin … only to see the fight is already over.

”Woah! Nice work, boys!”

He looks at the now-bound goblin, shrugs, and jogs towards the house. ”Let’s keep our eyes peeled. I hear goblins can be sneaky little buggers.”

Remind me, this was the farmstead we were supposed to come ask about the previous goblin attacks?

Jak stops near the door, looking around for further threats before giving his winningest grin at the group. ”You folks look like you could use a hand or four. Food can wait. Thanks. What happened here?”

Perception check for any remaining threats or oddities about the situation.
Perception: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5
Then a Diplomacy to make a good impression and make’em like us. :)
Diplomacy: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13

"Agreed. We should expect more in either the house or with the horse." Jak casts around for a way to tie his little captive in spot, preparing for the upcoming fight. He looks at all the distance between themselves and the mounted goblin, "I'm not really the sneaky sort, and that little dog looks fast."

He shrugs, "Bum rush it and hit it with some kind of Daze again?"

Jak wants to find a tree or bush or fence post to tie the goblin to during our surprise round, if that's possible. If one is not available, he'll just lay it on the ground (which I guess would be his action?)

Yeah, let's hang onto the potions, in case you guys need to get Jak back on his feet.

Jak quickly applies healing to Theo.

CLW charges, x2: 2d8 + 2 ⇒ (1, 7) + 2 = 10
That should top you off.

He looks around, checking the area quickly for any last minute needs. "Everyone ready to roll?"

So the one remaining goblin is bound? Jak will actually grab that one up and bring it with us. I don't think it's weight would make Jak encumbered or anything.

He sets off towards the screaming at a jog.

Jak shakes his head, pulling out his wand and putting it to good use. "Anyone else have wands to use?"

I'l go ahead and use the previous healing rolls for Jak. Anyone else need hits off mine?

As he waits for a response, he begins moves to the only not-dead goblin, pulls out his rope, and binds it.

if the team pursues, Jak will instead rush after the thing and try to whack it.

Jak stands panting, grimacing at the pain from various cuts. "Maybe we can catch it. Maybe not. But we can't go running through goblin-infested woods in our condition."

Keeping his shield ready, he stows his morningstar before pulling a crooked wand from his pack. "Do any of you also have healing wands or abilities?"

Jak is able to activate any CLW wands we have. If Jak has the only one, he'll make sure everyone is topped off so we can continue.

Starting with himself...
Wand of CLW, 4 charges: 9 + 4d8 + 4 ⇒ 9 + (1, 7, 3, 3) + 4 = 27

As he employs the wand, he surveys the field. "So, what now? Do we press on? I mean, I'm guessing he ran off in the direction we're actually headed, right?"

AoO, Cold iron morningstar: 1d20 + 4 - 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 - 1 = 4
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 3 + 2 = 13

Oh, um ... yeah, I totally saw that Perception check opportunity, too... ahem ...
Perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5; sigh

"Now if only we could drop this little bugger!" Jak complains as he tries to capitalize on Theo's positioning.

cold iron morningstar: 1d20 + 4 + 2 - 1 ⇒ (18) + 4 + 2 - 1 = 23
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 2 = 9
If that drops Pink, Jak will step to flank Blue

"I see your point," Jak grunts as two more attacks bang off his shield.

He sidesteps to keep the goblin squarely between himself and Theo then smashes his morningstar down again. "Gotta even these odds, though," he grunts through clenched teeth ... the mounting damage was taking its toll.

5' step into a flank, then power attack Pink.
cold iron morningstar: 1d20 + 4 + 2 - 1 ⇒ (19) + 4 + 2 - 1 = 24
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 3 + 2 = 12

So, Theo's a fighter. Eurkar's a monk. Drin's a wizard. Does that mean Jak is the only one of us capable of healing?

This is getting closer than I had expected, and I may need to make some smart decisions in the next round or two.

Jak joins Theo in trying to smash the goblins harassing them. He looks across at Theo, "If you need to take a breather, get behind me once we drop these two."

Attack Yellow. If Theo drops Yellow, move between Theo and Pink and attack Pink (obviously removing the flanking bonus).
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cold iron morningstar: 1d20 + 4 + 2 - 1 ⇒ (20) + 4 + 2 - 1 = 25 <— crit?
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 3 + 2 = 6
— crit confirm: 1d20 + 4 + 2 - 1 ⇒ (10) + 4 + 2 - 1 = 15
add'l damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (8) + 3 + 2 = 13

Five goblin bodies and two dogs might have thought they were already off. But, I love the flavor.

True, but I was thinking maybe everything up until this point was pretty much self-defense. And from this point forward, I saw an opportunity to let them stand down. Oh well, it was worth a shot. :)

I will allow the flank on yellow, though the Jakwin move technically should happen after Theo strikes.

Awesome! Thanks!

Jak scowls down at his arrow-scarred shield, then over at Drin and Eurkar. "You heard me offer peace." He jogs north along the river, looking for a good place to jump across.

"Whatever else happens is on them," he mutters as he gets a running start and leaps across the river, closing on one of the goblins harassing Theo.

Trying to jump across the river without provoking AoO's. I put lines on the map to show his route to get that done. Aaaaand the jump check (+10 for his 40ft speed, -2 for the added ACP of his shield).
Acro to Jump: 1d20 + 10 - 2 ⇒ (11) + 10 - 2 = 19

Hmm. Had to clear my cookies to actually get to log in.

Oh my. I completely missed that you guy were waiting on me.

Jak jogs forward, making himself a target as he holds his shield up in front of him.

”This dens’t have to go down this way,” he shouts. ”Stop attacking! Tell us what it is you’re after. Maybe we can help.”

Move forward. Total Defense (+4 AC this round).

Just for flavor:

As yet another group of aggressive-seeming goblins appears, Jak scowls. ”Now this is just getting ridiculous. Do they expect us to just rush over there and —”

He’s cut off as Theo rushes off after them.

Jak blinks, ”Oh ... well ... there ya go.”

Sorry, gang! My weekend was busier than expected.

Jak grunts as his swing goes wide, but continues his attacks.

morningstar: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16
damage: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Hmm. Sorry, gang. I seem to be taking all the good rolls. :/

Jak circles the fight, jesting along the way. "But they're such a good workout! Nothing like a good fight to get the blood flowing!" Then he tries to smack the remaining goblin right in its tiny chest.

Move counter-clockwise around the goblin, moving wide to avoid AoO's (map updated).
Then power attack it
morningstar: 1d20 + 4 + 2 - 1 ⇒ (12) + 4 + 2 - 1 = 17
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 3 + 2 = 12

Jak back-steps to avoid the dog-thing’s teeth, grinning at Theo’s compliment. ”Be careful with your compliments, Theo! My head can’t get much bigger!”

Then he steps back into the fray, his morningstar smashing down once more.

morningstar: 1d20 + 4 - 1 ⇒ (15) + 4 - 1 = 18
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 3 + 2 = 11

If that drops the Red dog-thing, Jak will then circle clock-wise around the remaining threat(s) to take a potential flanking position for the next attacker. Id’ like him to end directly below their square, so someone can step up next to Eurkar and make a flanking attack attempt (I believe his 40 speed is enough to accomplish that without provoking AoO’s.

Know (Nature): 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4; nope!

Jak looks up just in time to see the arrow fall short, and he grins over at the crew. "I guess this party's just gettin' good!"

He steps forward, the spikes on his morningstar whistling as it crashes into the goblin rider. "Though there's something kinda nice about their tune! I can dance to that!"

5' step into melee, then power attack the Yellow goblin.
morningstar: 1d20 + 4 - 1 ⇒ (15) + 4 - 1 = 18
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 3 + 2 = 11

I'mnot sure what Goblin(s) is still up.

Jak laughs as the tide suddenly turns, and he forgoes his song. "Sheep and shears, indeed!" he yells as he moves in for another attack.

Drop Performance. move into flank (if possible), and attack.
morningstar: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16; (+2 flank?)
damage: 1d8 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Jak's song reaches a crescendo, the young brawler roaring the latest verse as if it's a challenge directly to their little disguised attackers. This verse is about the unfortunate turn the story takes, where the wolf-in-sheepskins meets the town's executioner, whose blade swings with such finality. As he spits out each word at the goblins, he takes a circling step, bringing one of the goblins directly between himself and Theo.

Then the morningstar falls once more.

Maintain Performance. 5' step south, then attack Green (w/ flank)
cold iron morningstar: 1d20 + 4 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 4 + 2 + 1 = 17
damage: 1d8 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 1 = 8

The second verse of the song continues, and the wolf-in-sheep's clothing infiltrates the party, mixing in with the Taldan nobles and sewing chaos with his lies. Jak belts it out in his deep tenor voice as he swats at the nearest goblin.

Assessing the numbers remaining, he slings his shield into place.

Maintain Performance (free; 2 of fame 6 used), then 2-handed attack on Green.
cold iron morningstar: 1d20 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 4 + 1 = 9
damage: 1d8 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 4 + 1 = 6
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then use a move action to ready his shield. AC now 18.

I would have mentioned it in-character when Drin asked, but Jak does have a cold iron morningstar, should it be useful.

Jak lights up at the prospect of some action. With a wink at his group, he rushes forward, pulling a notably dull-gray morningstar from his hip. As he rushes forward, he begins yelling out a song … a song about a wolf in sheep’s clothing trying to sneak into a Taldan dance. His energy with the lyrics is contagious, and you feel yourself energized with every shouted word.

Jak moves into position (map updated), drawing his cold iron morninstar on the way. He also activates Inspire Courage +1.

Oof. Holidays happened. Catching up now.

"Damaged fences and stolen sheep are no laughing matter," Jak mutters, but his features look a touch doubtful, "but they're a far-cry from a goblin war. Do you have anyone who saw the goblins do this? I'd sure love to talk to a witness, if you have any."

A quick glance and a grunt from Drin are enough to calm her, but she she keeps a contemptuous gaze on Jak.

Jak, realizing his foot is in his mouth, holds up his hands in mock-defense. "I mean no offense. You're a fine bird. Don't know that I've met a talking bird before." He gives the surrounding town a considering look, "I just don't know how well talking animals go off around here. I'd like to keep your fine neck intact, is all I'm saying."

Love it!

"Yeeeaaaaahhhh... we might want to be careful with any spell casting," mutters Jak as he side-eyes the gallows. "Or at least make it seem like any magic you use is for good." He looks at Drin's bird. "And maybe ask him if he could keep his beak shut while we're here?"

Again, feel free to check that latest spoiler, too, everyone. :)

As they stand there, Jak does his best to make a good impression, politely (but not brazenly) smiling at them as they wait.

Knowledge: History: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
Knowledge: Local: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 5 = 24

I won’t complain about those rolls. O.o

Two weeks can be a long time traveling, but Jak seems to be in his element. The young man laughs often, smiles constantly, draws his fellow travelers into whatever conversations they seem interested in, and he is always ready to spin a tale to pass the time.

And as the group of you all stand waiting for your interview with the Mayor, he lowers his voice, pitching it so only you can hear. ”Ya know,” he mutters quietly as he nods respectfully at a passing local trader, ”the ferrymen and boat workers from our trip actually had quite a bit to say about this place, once you got them to open up…”

He goes on to tell you guys everything he’s heard, pausing only when someone comes close enough to overhear. And any time a local does pass by, the tall Taldan doesn’t give his usual hearty smile and ‘hello’, but instead gives a conservative, respectful nod.

Basiclly, I hit all the DC’s for those spoilers. Instead of copy/pasting them all again, feel free to read through them and pretend that they were re-told in Jak’s words. :)
That should save us all some time (and maybe some mis-information should I misrepresent anything).

A tall, athletic human struts out behind you guys. His mismatched clothes looked rumpled and slept-in, but somehow he makes it all work. He’s handsome enough in a rugged sort of way, though he seems to be sporting an only-mostly-healed black eye.

He grins as he follows you all out, rubbing his hands in anticipation. ”Goblin wars. Strange activity. Something called a Chitterwood.” He breaks into a massive, friendly grin, ”This should be a blast!”

He nods at each of the others as they introduce themselves. ”Nice to meetcha Drin. Theo. Eurkar. Call me Jak.” He winks over at Eurkar, ”And I’m happy to rub elbows with some locals. Never know what fun tales regular folks might be able to tell.”

He settles his backpack, adjusting his greatsword so it doesn’t get in the way. ”We better hurry. I hear there’s a boat waiting for us.”

I don’t have any purchase or prep stuff to do, and I’ll try to get my first post in the gameplay thread this afternoon!

Woohoo!

This is Eben theQuiet again. Just tracking the new thread. You might want to check that previous recruitment thread, though. Another player asked about it

No problem. I was mostly bumping it to (hopefully) catch the eye of potential other players. :)

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Gotcha. I’d love to join! (This is Eben TheQuiet)

Player Name: Ben Jolly
Character Name: Jakwin Howell
Class and Level: Barbarian 1 / Bard 1
Faction: Liberty’s Edge
PFS Character #: 121383-13
Day Job Roll: Day Job (Perform, Sing), take 10: 10 + 6 = 16

Good luck.

Jak's ready. :)

Jak will go ahead and pick up the Cloak of Resistance thats on this Chronicle (i'll mark it on there, and update the final total).

EDIT: updated. See y'all when the next Scenario gets kicked off. :)

Kranzer, where are you? I'm up in the Dallas area, and folks seem to be flooding in from along the coast.

gotcha. I didn’t do it as there was only one path to that destination, but I’ll endeavor to be more thorough moving forward. :)

Round 2

Jak finds a firmer footing and delivers an absolutely thunderous strike down on what he thinks is the thing's face.

Jak—uncharacteristicly late to the fight but as enthusiastic as every—rushes into the fray, screaming exultantly as he smashes down on the creature with his blade.

Jak grins as he walks towards the front of the group, though still letting Kranzer take point. "And here I thought it was your sparkling personality."

I've played it. :)

Jak seems to have been preoccupied with the gravity of seeing this monument to people who died pursuing their own legend. He seems oddly contemplative about the whole thing, but he keeps an eye on the team's attempts at the one shrine. Not sure how else to help, he simply stands back and watches, his massive blade rested across his shoulder.

My sincere apologies for my absence guys. Work has become a bit crazy, and I’ve taken on some responsibilities on the side. I’m still committed to seeing this through, though, and am getting caught up in the gameplay thread right now.

Jak walks in the door, "I got nothing." He barks a laugh, pointing to Kranzer's find. "Ha! Most likely because you already have."

He pauses to to unstopper and sniff the two potions.

Then he picks up the note, reads it, and frowns. "You're telling me we have to go back to the wall?"

Jak spins his massive blade theatrically, spraying a bit of bug guts everywhere. "Booyah, bugs!" After wiping the bigger parts of bug-guts on the gnome's couch, he gives his friends an eager grin. "That was fun."

As he considers which way to go searching for the gnome, he hikes a thumb towards the south-western door. "That room's empty. Least it looked that way through the window."

Then he goes to an un-searched room, taking his time to really comb over everything.

"ON IT!" yells Jak enthusiastically. With a surprising burst of speed, he sprints into the building, unslinging his blade on the way. The big blade crashes down towards the remaining bug thing.

I'm good with that. And I'm back. :)

Thanks for botting me, folks.