paizo.com Recent Posts by Kaliyah Tatarescupaizo.com Recent Posts by Kaliyah Tatarescu2024-02-05T18:51:58Z2024-02-05T18:51:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=98#48832024-02-05T19:00:47Z2024-02-05T18:51:58Z<p>As discussions of elephants, labyrinths and other multi-syllable words continue to take place, Kaliyah begins to get distracted. A subtle yet insistent pressure builds within her, causing her to fidget about in the back of the group.</p>
<p>Kaliyah interrupts whoever is talking and blurts out <b>"How can you not know how big your own labyrinth is? That's just. Just, I don't know. Ridiculous!"</b> Her tone clearly shows she's frustrated. She wraps both hands around her chest, shifting her weight as if the thought of exploring this unknown place is suddenly weighing heavily on her, stepping to the rear of the group away from the group.</p>
<p>After Glorio has provided his final pieces of advice and made his departure, Kaliyah senses the moment has come to make a crucial decision. <span class=tiny><b>"I'll need a moment."</b></span> Kaliyah announces to the group, her tone casual yet firm, betraying none of the internal struggle going on inside of her. <span class=tiny><b>"I'll be right back. Just need to... check something."</b></span></p>As discussions of elephants, labyrinths and other multi-syllable words continue to take place, Kaliyah begins to get distracted. A subtle yet insistent pressure builds within her, causing her to fidget about in the back of the group.
Kaliyah interrupts whoever is talking and blurts out "How can you not know how big your own labyrinth is? That's just. Just, I don't know. Ridiculous!" Her tone clearly shows she's frustrated. She wraps both hands around her chest, shifting her weight as if the...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-02-05T18:51:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=98#48752024-02-01T22:21:07Z2024-02-01T21:32:01Z<p>Kaliyah, who had once again been quiet and reflective, suddenly steps forward, her eyes focused and intent. <b>"I felt it too."</b> she confirms, her tone firm, acknowledging Aru's experience while tapping her head with her finger. <b>"A slight brush against my thoughts. It's unsettling but not surprising given our host's resources and the stakes involved."</b></p>
<p><b>"We're definitely playing someone else's game here, but that doesn't mean we can't win it on our terms. I'm in, not just for Vencarlo but for all of Korvosa. And-"</b> she adds, her voice laced with determination, <b>"we'll make our own rules as we go if we have to."</b></p>
<div class="messageboard-quotee">Aru wrote:</div><blockquote><b>And I feel we are not even the players... just pieces on a board."</b></blockquote><p>Addressing Aru's comment and Yaziyah's points, Kaliyah's expression hardens and she lowers her voice slightly. <span class=tiny><b>"It sounds like survival is far from guaranteed. But leaving anyone behind isn't an option. We'll find a way to ensure everyone makes it out in one way or another."</b></span>
<p>Kaliyah's glances at each member of the group. <span class=tiny><b>"Let's not forget, we're not just any pieces on the board. We're the ones who've faced down the chaos of this city and stood tall. This labyrinth, whatever it holds, won't change that."</b></span></p>
<p><span class=tiny><b>"It's why I wanted to find you again. It's what we do. "</b></span></p>Kaliyah, who had once again been quiet and reflective, suddenly steps forward, her eyes focused and intent. "I felt it too." she confirms, her tone firm, acknowledging Aru's experience while tapping her head with her finger. "A slight brush against my thoughts. It's unsettling but not surprising given our host's resources and the stakes involved."
"We're definitely playing someone else's game here, but that doesn't mean we can't win it on our terms. I'm in, not just for Vencarlo but for all...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-02-01T21:32:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=98#48572024-01-31T14:00:48Z2024-01-31T13:54:57Z<p>Kaliyah had been silent through most of the exchange. Given recent events, she hasn't quite become comfortable enough in her own skin to be brazen enough to speak at an event like this. She stands quietly, not eating the delicious-looking food (though she does sneak multiple peeks at it while biting her lip to resist), listening and observing.</p>
<p>Suddenly her head snaps sharply towards Vera, then to Glorio, then slowly across everyone else in the room. There is a subtle shift in her demeanor, a slight tensing of her muscles as her eyes narrow.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>SM:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 7 ⇒ (7) + 7 = 14</span></p>
<p>She tries to read between the lines of what Glorio is saying and detect if there is a subtle undertone, but she doesn't pick up on anything. She responds to what Glorio just said about retrieving the treasure from the Labyrinth.</p>
<p>Clearing her throat softly to draw attention, Kaliyah speaks up for the first time since the meeting began, her voice carrying a mix of caution and intrigue. <b><span class=tiny>"If I may,"</span></b> she begins, her gaze returning to Glorio, <b>"this Labyrinth you speak of—what kind of trials should we expect? Are they physical, magical, or something else?"</b></p>
<p><b>"And,"</b> she adds, with a hint of careful (attempted) diplomacy in her tone, <b>"you mentioned aiding us in this endeavor. Could you elaborate on what form this assistance might take? Knowing what to expect could be crucial for our preparation."</b></p>
<p><i>You didn't ask why he is trying to get into our head. Stop beating around the bush and just say it.</i></p>Kaliyah had been silent through most of the exchange. Given recent events, she hasn't quite become comfortable enough in her own skin to be brazen enough to speak at an event like this. She stands quietly, not eating the delicious-looking food (though she does sneak multiple peeks at it while biting her lip to resist), listening and observing.
Suddenly her head snaps sharply towards Vera, then to Glorio, then slowly across everyone else in the room. There is a subtle shift in her demeanor, a...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-31T13:54:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=97#48322024-01-29T17:45:17Z2024-01-29T13:34:33Z<p>Kaliyah's attire is practical and unassuming, consisting of a well-worn simple tunic and trousers with sturdy boots. A neat appearance with no specific formal station or role visible.</p>
<p>Kali follows along with the group as they make their way through the luxurious manor. As they walk through the halls of Arkona Palace, Kaliyah's gaze lingers on the lavish decorations and the architectural grandeur, but her mind seems elsewhere. </p>
<p>When the guard steps away, Kaliyah gestures towards the images of the six-armed, four-faced woman riding a tiger <b><span class=tiny>"Does anyone know what <i>that</i> is?"</span></b> she asks quietly, her curiosity piqued.</p>
<p>When the slender man arrives, she straightens up and waits for one of the more talkative members to answer him while she scans the surroundings for any form of danger or misdirection.</p>Kaliyah's attire is practical and unassuming, consisting of a well-worn simple tunic and trousers with sturdy boots. A neat appearance with no specific formal station or role visible.
Kali follows along with the group as they make their way through the luxurious manor. As they walk through the halls of Arkona Palace, Kaliyah's gaze lingers on the lavish decorations and the architectural grandeur, but her mind seems elsewhere.
When the guard steps away, Kaliyah gestures towards the images of...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-29T13:34:33ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=97#48242024-01-27T00:14:08Z2024-01-26T14:24:17Z<p>The Gray Maiden breaks her silence in Kaliyah’s mind as Vera begins to panic.</p>
<p><i>POSSESSED? DISTANT? SENSELESS? Malevolent spirit? Exorcism? Is she being serious right now? Why are you acquainted with this woman? You need to set this straight, Kaliyah. I am not some demon to be cast out. I am a part of you, a protector, a survivor!"</i></p>
<p>Kaliyah gives Vera a small, reassuring smile, trying to calm her friend's visible distress and confusion as well as the raging storm she feels brewing inside of her. Her hands feel steady and strong in Vera's grip, showing her resilience despite the turmoil within.</p>
<p><i>If you don't correct this misconception, I will. And I won't be as gentle about it. Make them understand, Kaliyah. Make them see that I am here for a reason.</i></p>
<p><b>"Vera, it's not exactly possession. It's more complicated than that."</b> Kaliyah's voice is gentle, attempting to soothe Vera's anxieties. <b>"Thirty-Seven, the Gray Maiden, she's uhm, a part of me. Created from the trauma and hardships I've been through. It's like... having two souls in one body, each with its own thoughts and feelings."</b>. She smiles at her comparison, happy she just thought of it that way.</p>
<p>Kaliyah glances down at their clasped hands, then looks directly into Vera's eyes, her own showing a mix of pain and determination. <b>"An exorcism isn't what I need. Thirty-Seven, she's not a malevolent spirit. She's a part of me that's helped me survive. And now, I'm learning to live with her, to find a balance."</b></p>
<p><b>"I know it's a lot to take in, and I don't expect you to fully understand right away. I’m still learning to deal with it as well. But I am still Kaliyah, your friend. And I'm still here, fighting alongside you., And Thirty-Seven , she uhh, she is very much looking forward to getting to know you better too.”</b></p>
<p><i>What?! I said no such thing! Keep this woman and her rituals off of us!</i></p>
<p>Kaliyah smiles reassuringly, patting Vera’s hand softly.</p>The Gray Maiden breaks her silence in Kaliyah’s mind as Vera begins to panic.
POSSESSED? DISTANT? SENSELESS? Malevolent spirit? Exorcism? Is she being serious right now? Why are you acquainted with this woman? You need to set this straight, Kaliyah. I am not some demon to be cast out. I am a part of you, a protector, a survivor!"
Kaliyah gives Vera a small, reassuring smile, trying to calm her friend's visible distress and confusion as well as the raging storm she feels brewing inside of...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-26T14:24:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=97#48172024-01-27T00:08:20Z2024-01-23T15:43:38Z<p>To Marcus, Kali looks at home with a brief smile when he gives her affirmation. She nods once in acknowledgment of his statement.</p>
<p>Kaliyah awkwardly clasps Yaziyah's forearm, clearly a new experience for her. Her grip is firm but she doesn't squeeze or try to show dominance.</p>
<p><b>"Thank you, Yaziyah. I appreciate your straightforwardness and the respect you've shown. I understand I have yet to earn my place among you, but I hope in time, through actions and deeds, I may do so."</b> Kaliyah's voice notes sincerity and determination.</p>
<p>Still clasping Yaziyah's forearm, Kali asks <b>"Uhm. Not to be disrespectful, but how long are we supposed to hold each other like this? Is it a set duration or..."</b></p>To Marcus, Kali looks at home with a brief smile when he gives her affirmation. She nods once in acknowledgment of his statement.
Kaliyah awkwardly clasps Yaziyah's forearm, clearly a new experience for her. Her grip is firm but she doesn't squeeze or try to show dominance.
"Thank you, Yaziyah. I appreciate your straightforwardness and the respect you've shown. I understand I have yet to earn my place among you, but I hope in time, through actions and deeds, I may do so." Kaliyah's voice...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-23T15:43:38ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=97#48142024-01-27T00:08:20Z2024-01-23T14:09:55Z<p>Kaliyah still hasn't been formally introduced to this Shoanti woman. Mags referred to her as Yazi of the Big Hammer, so Kali guesses her name is Yazi. <b>"It's Yazi, right? I apologize if that's not your name. My name is Kaliyah Tatarescu. If you are a friend to these people, I am pleased to make your acquaintance."</b></p>
<p>She offers a meek half-smile and wave in greeting.</p>
<p>When Aru speaks up, her half-smile broadens and it seems his words hit home with her. <b>"Thank you. Those are kind words. It's Aru Wandering-Hand, wasn't it? It looks like you are free and on good terms with this people. I'm sorry you were restrained earlier."</b></p>
<p>Kali blinks a few times over the next several seconds before she responds, conversing in her head before speaking.</p>
<p><i>Why is the man free! Are you so easily distracted with this silver-tongued man?</i></p>
<p><i>Oh stop it, he seems nice. You are just jealous because he said I had courage and not you.</i></p>
<p><b>"As for your question..."</b> she says, ignoring the maiden and getting back to Yazi, <b>"While I once was a servant of the queen, as were most of us here, I am no longer loyal to her. No. Absolutely not. The things we've seen, the actions we were forced to take... they've shown me the true nature of her rule. I cannot and will not support a regime that inflicts such suffering on its people. I swore to protect the people, not repress them."</b></p>
<p>As she speaks, she can feel Thirty-Seven's presence, but she chooses not to speak this time. She pauses, waiting for a response but one never comes.</p>
<p>After a short while, Kaliyah adds <b>, "I do not speak for Thirty-Seven. You will need to ask her separately."</b></p>Kaliyah still hasn't been formally introduced to this Shoanti woman. Mags referred to her as Yazi of the Big Hammer, so Kali guesses her name is Yazi. "It's Yazi, right? I apologize if that's not your name. My name is Kaliyah Tatarescu. If you are a friend to these people, I am pleased to make your acquaintance."
She offers a meek half-smile and wave in greeting.
When Aru speaks up, her half-smile broadens and it seems his words hit home with her. "Thank you. Those are kind words. It's Aru...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-23T14:09:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=97#48112024-01-27T00:07:30Z2024-01-23T04:15:12Z<p>Kaliyah nods in agreement with Magda's suggestion, steeling herself for the conversation ahead. She takes a deep breath, trying to muster the courage to face the group and reveal her truth. The complexity of her situation weighs heavily on her, but Magda's support provides a small comfort. She readies her magical disguise again, for now.</p>
<p><b>"Alright, let's do this."</b> Kaliyah says, her voice steadier now, though still tinged with apprehension. She leads the way back to where the rest of the group is waiting and as they approach, Kaliyah's demeanor shifts slightly, revealing a mix of determination and vulnerability. She stands before Marcus, Vera, Yaziyah, and the rest, her eyes scanning each of their faces, searching for understanding.</p>
<p><span class=tiny><b>"I have something important to share with all of you,"</b></span> she begins, her voice clear but slightly shaky. <span class=tiny><b>"It's about who I am, what I've been through, and the struggle I'm facing now. It's not easy for me to talk about, but I owe it to you all to be honest."</b></span></p>
<p><i>Caution, Kaliyah. Revealing too much can make us vulnerable. This is not just about you.</i></p>
<p>She pauses, taking a moment to gather her thoughts, then continues, <b>"I am not the person I once was, a quick-to-anger member of the Sable Company addicted to shiver. Circumstances beyond my control forced me into a role I never wanted. The Maiden you fought with yesterday and spoke to today, she's, uh. She's..."</b></p>
<p>Kali sighs and takes her hat of disguise off, tossing it to the ground and letting the group see the <i>true</i> her. Scarred with hollow eyes, nearly shaved head, crooked-nosed Kaliyah. She stares at the ground, feeling as if she were stripped naked and being judged.</p>
<p><i>Lift your head, Kaliyah. These scars are our medals of honor. They are proof of our endurance, our survival. They are not a sign of weakness, but of the strength and resilience we possess. You have faced unimaginable trials and emerged not defeated, but stronger. Let them see your unbreakable spirit that they represent. </i></p>
<p><b>"Her armor might be upstairs, but her body is here. I share it with her. We are two people in the same body. She talks to me sometimes. She takes control sometimes. She's a true warrior. She's never afraid. I understand this might change how you see me. But I need you to know the truth. The full truth of who I am. I'm not asking for forgiveness of my deeds, just a chance to right them alongside you."</b></p>
<p><i>Together, we will forge a new path. One of redemption and purpose. With or without their assistance.</i></p>Kaliyah nods in agreement with Magda's suggestion, steeling herself for the conversation ahead. She takes a deep breath, trying to muster the courage to face the group and reveal her truth. The complexity of her situation weighs heavily on her, but Magda's support provides a small comfort. She readies her magical disguise again, for now.
"Alright, let's do this." Kaliyah says, her voice steadier now, though still tinged with apprehension. She leads the way back to where the rest of the group...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-23T04:15:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=97#48072024-01-27T00:06:38Z2024-01-22T19:16:43Z<p>Kaliyah's grip on Magda's hand is gentle, and her posture is slightly slumped with the weight of her thoughts as she struggles to find the right words.</p>
<p><span class=tiny><b>"I think it's time,"</b></span> Kaliyah says softly, her voice barely above a whisper, <span class=tiny><b>" to stop hiding behind layers and masks. I need to be honest with them, with everyone. I'm not sure how they'll react, but they deserve to know the truth about me. All of it.</b></span></p>
<p>The notion of potential rejection lingers in the air, an unspoken fear that Kaliyah bravely faces. <b><span class=tiny>"If they can't accept me, the real me, with all my scars and fractured pieces... well, I'll understand."</span></b> There's a slight tremble in her voice, a rare show of uncertainty from someone who has faced countless battles.</p>
<p>She squeezes Magda's hands and takes her feet. She wraps the chocolate chip cookie up, sticking it in her tunic pocket. <b>"I'm going to save this one for Thirty-Seven. She likes chocolate even though she'd never say that out loud."</b></p>
<p><i>If you would be so kind as to dry your eyes and stop sharing my secrets with strangers, we must get moving. We're overdue in checking the perimeter.</i></p>
<p>Kali rolls her eyes and her voice is tinged with frustration when she says <b>"Hello, empathy maybe? Sheesh. She's not a stranger, please. And I'm going, I'm going."</b></p>
<p>Looking at Magda, she sees she's a little confused by her words, and she frowns, thinking <b>"Did I-"</b> she stops, grimacing. <b>"Oops. Sorry. I'm still working on this uh, talking thing."</b></p>
<p>As they walk back to the room with the others, she asks <b>"Any thoughts on how I should do this? Tell Marcus? Vera? And who is that other person? The Shoanti woman? What's she like? Does she bake with you and Vera?"</b></p>Kaliyah's grip on Magda's hand is gentle, and her posture is slightly slumped with the weight of her thoughts as she struggles to find the right words.
"I think it's time," Kaliyah says softly, her voice barely above a whisper, " to stop hiding behind layers and masks. I need to be honest with them, with everyone. I'm not sure how they'll react, but they deserve to know the truth about me. All of it.
The notion of potential rejection lingers in the air, an unspoken fear that Kaliyah bravely...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-22T19:16:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=97#48022024-01-27T00:04:01Z2024-01-21T05:13:35Z<p>Kali pushes one pinwheel aside but claims the rest. She starts to take a bite of another chocolate chip, but just before she puts it in her mouth, she pauses and slowly lowers it back to the tin. She continues to stare at the cookie container for a moment, taking a deep, steadying breath. </p>
<p>Raising her gaze to her friend's eyes. <b>"You know, Mags, when I last saw you, life was... different. Simpler, maybe. A lot has happened since then, for both of us it seems. Things that... that changed me in ways I never expected."</b> she starts, her voice a trembling thread of sound.</p>
<p><b>I was ... taken, Mags. Against my will. They-"</b> her jaw trembles as she flashes back to the fateful moment at the docks. She slowly looks away from Magda into the cookie tin and shakes her head. <b>"-slaughtered Falcor... they ripped away my rank, my life and forcefully conscripted me into the Gray Maidens. It wasn't a choice. It was survival."</b> Kaliyah's eyes stream twin tears as she forces herself to look back at what she had locked away.</p>
<p><b>"As an initiate in the Maidens, everything I knew, everything I was, got... crushed, twisted. It was like being drowned, slowly. And in that... that darkness, Kaliyah. Me. I couldn't take it and, uhm, I went away. Someone else emerged. Someone I needed to be to survive. She's... she's part of me now. They didn't give her a name, only a number. Thirty-Seven. That's, that's her name."</b></p>
<p><b>"She, uh. I... We, uh did things. Bad things. Terrible things."</b></p>
<p><i>You are so melodramatic. I upheld the law.</i></p>
<p>Kali stays silent for a while, staring at a chocolate chip cookie. It's clear she has more to say, and she's not really thinking about the cookie.</p>
<p>Eventually, she continues.</p>
<p><b>"Recently, something happened to Thirty-Seven and she uh, lost control and I came back. I mean I was there, but, nevermind. I was able to take control. Me. Kali. Back again. She and I are still trying to learn how to work together. I don't know how long I've been gone. I think it's been about a year? It's weird being out of your body for a year and then coming back. And it being different then when you left?"</b></p>
<p><i>That's enough. Wrap it up, we need to check on the prisoner.</i></p>
<p>She sniffs, wipes her eyes and clears her throat. <b>"Anyway. There's a lot packed away in here,"</b> she taps her head twice, <b>"-and I can't really talk about it all right now. <span class=tiny>Thirty-Seven, she uh, she's not happy with what's been done to her fellow sisters.</span> That's uh, the Gray Maidens, it's a sisterhood you see. The maidens, they are <i>her</i> sisters."</b> She uses hand signals to point as if that would make it clearer somehow. <b>"See, she had this-"</b></p>
<p><i>DO NOT PRESUME TO SPEAK FOR ME!</i></p>
<p>Kali stops abruptly and clears her throat. <b>"We, uh. We're still figuring things out. Yeah. But we both agree things need to change; we have slightly different perspectives on some details."</b></p>
<p>She runs a hand over her scalp, brushing the short hair back and forth before looking back at Magda again. <b>"I lost my mind in there, Mags. I don't have it all anymore. I want to make things right. I want to fix things. I want to be back on the right side of things-"</b></p>
<p><i>Careful.</i></p>
<p><b>"Sorry. I mean, you know what I mean. Right? If you think I'm too much of a danger or risk to fight with you again, I'll understand it."</b></p>
<p><i>Why would you lie?</i></p>Kali pushes one pinwheel aside but claims the rest. She starts to take a bite of another chocolate chip, but just before she puts it in her mouth, she pauses and slowly lowers it back to the tin. She continues to stare at the cookie container for a moment, taking a deep, steadying breath.
Raising her gaze to her friend's eyes. "You know, Mags, when I last saw you, life was... different. Simpler, maybe. A lot has happened since then, for both of us it seems. Things that... that changed me in...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-21T05:13:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=96#47982024-01-27T00:03:11Z2024-01-20T20:08:48Z<p>Kaliyah walks silently with Magda, listening to her talk. She takes a seat and watches as the prize is revealed with wide eyes. She hasn't eaten a cookie in as long as she can remember. </p>
<p><i>A year? Longer?</i></p>
<p><i>What does it matter? It's just food.</i></p>
<p><span class=tiny><b>"Ha! Just food?!"</b></span> she blurts out, staring at the tin like it is full of diamonds. She tentatively plucks a honeyed shortbread and takes a bite, releasing an audible sigh as she talks with her mouth full of cookies, telling Mags how delicious it is.</p>
<p><b>"<span class=tiny>Mmmf, Mags, dish</span> ish sho <span class=messageboard-bigger>delishush!</span>"</b> She swallows large chunks of the food and asks <span class=messageboard-bigger><b>"You bake now?"</b></span> She pauses, looking up for a second, trying to recall. <b>"Did you always bake? If you did, you never shared. And I'm claiming all of these as compensation!"</b> She tightens her mitts on the container.</p>
<p>She eats a chocolate chip and wriggles her legs and feet back and forth, shaking her head in disbelief. <b>"Mmff, yoo shuhl haff yer ohn baykree!"</b></p>Kaliyah walks silently with Magda, listening to her talk. She takes a seat and watches as the prize is revealed with wide eyes. She hasn't eaten a cookie in as long as she can remember.
A year? Longer?
What does it matter? It's just food.
"Ha! Just food?!" she blurts out, staring at the tin like it is full of diamonds. She tentatively plucks a honeyed shortbread and takes a bite, releasing an audible sigh as she talks with her mouth full of cookies, telling Mags how delicious it is.
...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-20T20:08:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=96#47962024-01-27T00:03:11Z2024-01-20T16:54:26Z<p>Kaliyah tries to laugh a little bit at Magda's comment about how cat says she smells, but it mostly comes across and a snot-choked gurgle instead. <span class=tiny><b>"Thanks."</b></span> she murmurs. She reaches into her pocket and pulls out a piece of dried meat and drops it down to the floor for cat as a treat for his kindness. <b>"Hi furball, I missed you too."</b></p>
<p>She nods her head and mutters to Magda when she offers the chance to have a private chat <span class=tiny><b>"Mmmhmm. I'd like that."</b></span></p>
<p><i>Sigh. Do not wander far. Stay inside the building. Do not let your emotions cloud your awareness. Stay vigilant.</i></p>Kaliyah tries to laugh a little bit at Magda's comment about how cat says she smells, but it mostly comes across and a snot-choked gurgle instead. "Thanks." she murmurs. She reaches into her pocket and pulls out a piece of dried meat and drops it down to the floor for cat as a treat for his kindness. "Hi furball, I missed you too."
She nods her head and mutters to Magda when she offers the chance to have a private chat "Mmmhmm. I'd like that."
Sigh. Do not wander far. Stay inside the...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-20T16:54:26ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=96#47942024-01-27T00:03:11Z2024-01-20T15:18:59Z<p>Kali wasn't sure how she would be received by the group. When Magda reacts with a hug, Kaliyah's eyes open up, and she begins to cry, overwhelmed with emotion and relief. She squeezes Magda back and laughs through the tears. </p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><i>If she was your friend, where was she when you needed her most? She never came to help you. I did. You have me now. You don't need friends.</i></p>
<p>Kali squeezes her friend tightly, unwilling to let go. Her laughter ceases and she begins to sob.</p>
<p><i>That's enough. Compose yourself. Vulnerability can be a liability.</i></p>
<p><i>GO AWAY!</i></p>Kali wasn't sure how she would be received by the group. When Magda reacts with a hug, Kaliyah's eyes open up, and she begins to cry, overwhelmed with emotion and relief. She squeezes Magda back and laughs through the tears.
[Spoiler omitted]
If she was your friend, where was she when you needed her most? She never came to help you. I did. You have me now. You don't need friends.
Kali squeezes her friend tightly, unwilling to let go. Her laughter ceases and she begins to sob.
That's...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-20T15:18:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=96#47922024-01-27T00:02:13Z2024-01-19T22:41:17Z<p>Kali doesn't know Aru or Yazi, so she ignores them and lets them interact while responding to Marcus. Nodding to him, she says <b>"<span class=tiny>Thank you. </span> Things got pretty rough for me for awhile there, but I believe I've finally begun to find my way again."</b></p>
<p><b>"Joining fray? Are you all still fighting the good fight out here, then? I had hoped to find you all alive. I've been away for a bit, and I uh,"</b> she looks across Marcus, Vera, and Magda's faces before looking to the ground, <b>"I thought maybe the city might have claimed you. I'm glad it didn't. I have some things to atone for, so yeah, I think it's time I found myself back in the fray."</b></p>
<p><b>"Krovax? Shi?"</b> she asks, a glimmer of hope showing on her face. She looks around like there might be another person nearby.<b>"Any word from them?"</b></p>Kali doesn't know Aru or Yazi, so she ignores them and lets them interact while responding to Marcus. Nodding to him, she says "Thank you. Things got pretty rough for me for awhile there, but I believe I've finally begun to find my way again."
"Joining fray? Are you all still fighting the good fight out here, then? I had hoped to find you all alive. I've been away for a bit, and I uh," she looks across Marcus, Vera, and Magda's faces before looking to the ground, "I thought maybe the city...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-19T22:41:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=96#47872024-01-27T00:00:06Z2024-01-19T14:35:48Z<p>As she emerges through the door she tells the gray maiden she want to be alone with her friends and she is fine and she can wait up here until she's done. <span class=tiny><b>"I said no! I want to see them without you hovering over my shoulder like a protective mother! I will be back soon. It's <i>fine.</i>"</b></span></p>
<p>Kaliyah is wearing a muted green tunic that brings out the warmth in her eyes. Her hair, now quite long, cascades down her shoulders, bouncing gently as she makes her way down the steps. She moves towards the room where everyone is gathered with a hesitation in her step. She tries to speak, but a sizable lump forms in her throat, and she clothes her mouth. She squeezes an iron key in her hand but doesn't show any sign of relinquishing it.</p>
<p>Kaliyah's appearance is far from the days marred by shiver addiction. There's a cleanliness, a clarity to her that signifies a journey of recovery and transformation. Shifting her weight uneasily from one foot to the other, she instinctively wraps her arms around herself in a self-soothing embrace. Her voice, soft and tinged with a mix of joy and apprehension, breaks the silence.</p>
<p><span class=tiny><b>"Hello, everyone. I'm glad you are all still alive. I've missed you oh-so very much."</b></span></p>As she emerges through the door she tells the gray maiden she want to be alone with her friends and she is fine and she can wait up here until she's done. "I said no! I want to see them without you hovering over my shoulder like a protective mother! I will be back soon. It's fine."
Kaliyah is wearing a muted green tunic that brings out the warmth in her eyes. Her hair, now quite long, cascades down her shoulders, bouncing gently as she makes her way down the steps. She moves towards the room...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2024-01-19T14:35:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary Edition DiscussionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/discussion&page=3#1432020-12-10T17:48:19Z2020-12-10T17:48:19Z<p>Hey gang!</p>
<p>I'm struggling to juggle my workload of games these days. I simply have too much on my plate and not enough time to post. The pandemic shifted my lifestyle this year and with the kids at home all day every day with me, I just don't have the bandwidth I used to have to keep the balance. Checking in for games is becoming less fun and more work, so in order to keep my sanity I'm going to need to drop this game.</p>
<p>I don't <i>want</i> to drop this game, as I really enjoy Kali, but it's just too much weight for me to carry at this time. Maybe I'll come back again sometime if there's an opening, but for now I think I need to step away from some of my tables. Honestly, it's not fair to all of you because I can't give enough effort beyond the bare minimum.</p>
<p>I hope you understand, sorry if I'm letting you guys down! Best of luck in you future games and I hope to play with you all in a game one day again.</p>Hey gang!
I'm struggling to juggle my workload of games these days. I simply have too much on my plate and not enough time to post. The pandemic shifted my lifestyle this year and with the kids at home all day every day with me, I just don't have the bandwidth I used to have to keep the balance. Checking in for games is becoming less fun and more work, so in order to keep my sanity I'm going to need to drop this game.
I don't want to drop this game, as I really enjoy Kali, but it's just too...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-12-10T17:48:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=41#20052020-11-19T21:12:22Z2020-11-19T21:12:22Z<p>Kali's particularly moody today, but in a self-kept manner in which she is shooting all sorts of frowns and scowls as she tries to hide the bodily discomfort and frustrations of her "week off". If anything, she's more quiet than usual and only answers with brief nods or shakes of her head, keeping her voice contributions to a minimum.</p>
<p>She had her unlit torch in her hand and was working on lighting it when Magda warned of no fire. She scowls again, putting it back into her pack and readied her bow and moved to the back to follow along.</p>Kali's particularly moody today, but in a self-kept manner in which she is shooting all sorts of frowns and scowls as she tries to hide the bodily discomfort and frustrations of her "week off". If anything, she's more quiet than usual and only answers with brief nods or shakes of her head, keeping her voice contributions to a minimum.
She had her unlit torch in her hand and was working on lighting it when Magda warned of no fire. She scowls again, putting it back into her pack and readied...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-19T21:12:22ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary Edition DiscussionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/discussion&page=3#1372020-11-14T17:06:32Z2020-11-14T17:06:32Z<p>Ranger 4</p>
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Favored Enemy: Undead
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Spell: LongstriderKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-14T17:06:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19802020-11-03T15:02:48Z2020-11-03T14:51:19Z<p>Recovering from her trip down memory lane with her sister had been harder than she remembered. She had occasional chills throughout the day that would not seemingly go away despite how much clothing she put on to stay warm.</p>
<p>Knowing that she doesn't want to show back up in front of Kroft like this, she reluctantly seeks out Meira later that day. Heading to the citadel, she does a little talking and finds Meira's assigned quarters. Standing in front of her door twitching as chills wrack her body, she bangs on the door repeatedly until the lamplighter opens up. When she finally does, she holds herself tightly as she tries to get warm. </p>
<p>The signs are obvious to Meira and she should be able to quickly surmise what's wrong with Kali. She says <span class=tiny><b>H-hey. R-remember when you s-said you w-wanted to help? D-do you have anything to m-make me w-warm?"</b></span></p>Recovering from her trip down memory lane with her sister had been harder than she remembered. She had occasional chills throughout the day that would not seemingly go away despite how much clothing she put on to stay warm.
Knowing that she doesn't want to show back up in front of Kroft like this, she reluctantly seeks out Meira later that day. Heading to the citadel, she does a little talking and finds Meira's assigned quarters. Standing in front of her door twitching as chills wrack her...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-03T14:51:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19762020-11-03T00:17:30Z2020-11-03T00:17:30Z<p>Kali thinks Magda's place is <i>exactly</i> the kind of place she'd run off to get high at when she was trying to escape the real world, a real shithole. Mags likes it though, so that's all that really matters. <b>"One of a kind!"</b> she says with a half-smile that she forces on her face, despite not wanting to. </p>
<p><b>"I like all of the., the uhm, things."</b> she says vaguely motioning to the stuff crammed everywhere.</p>Kali thinks Magda's place is exactly the kind of place she'd run off to get high at when she was trying to escape the real world, a real shithole. Mags likes it though, so that's all that really matters. "One of a kind!" she says with a half-smile that she forces on her face, despite not wanting to.
"I like all of the., the uhm, things." she says vaguely motioning to the stuff crammed everywhere.Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-03T00:17:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19732020-11-02T15:33:57Z2020-11-02T15:33:57Z<p>Kali is desperate to get away from it all, perhaps whatever Mags was doing would help. It sure couldn't hurt. She doesn't answer out loud, just nods her head once and moves along with Magda.</p>
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<p>Spending time with Magda helped, but she had the itch now and she wasn't going to be able to get rid of it. Later that night when she's able to break free, she returns to her stash of shiver which is now down to two. She takes one out and finds a secluded spot away from everyone to be free. </p>
<p>Once hidden, she looks down at the drug in her hands. Her breathing quickly escalates as something inside of her tells her she should not do this. Krovax fought hard to keep her off of this and by using it she was doing the exact opposite of what he stood for.</p>
<p><i>It doesn't matter! HE F•$~ING LEFT ME!</i></p>
<p>Furious with him, at least that what she tells herself, she quickly unwraps the drug and ingests it. She closes her eyes and calls out her sisters name <span class=tiny><b>"Vanora, I'm coming now..."</b></span></p>
<p>Shortly thereafter, she begins to shiver as a terrible cold overtakes her body along with vivid dreams of a beautiful time long before Gaedran had ruined her life. Her beautiful sister Vanora, pregnant with her firstborn, laughed and danced alongside Krovax at their newly acquired home celebrating his promotion in the Guard. Listening to her sister laugh and holding her again brought back untold joy that she wishes she could bottle.</p>
<p><i>I can. That's what this is for!</i> she would later convince herself.</p>
<p>It eventually comes to an end, as all things do, leaving her with a terrible headache that persists for the remainder of the following day. Worse yet, Kali is overcome with a terrible fever that sends her to her bed for an entire day. Though she likely should have rested for several days, she makes herself get up and fight through the sickness. <span class=messageboard-ooc>1 DEX, 2 CON + 2 CON from Shiver</span>.</p>
<p>Though fatigued, she forces herself out of the rut and begins to train hard in order to push away the pain inside her. By the end of the week, she's back in nominal shape once more and ready for her assignment.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fort:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (19) + 6 = 25</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fort:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fort:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (20) + 6 = 26</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Fort:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17</span></p>Kali is desperate to get away from it all, perhaps whatever Mags was doing would help. It sure couldn't hurt. She doesn't answer out loud, just nods her head once and moves along with Magda.
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Spending time with Magda helped, but she had the itch now and she wasn't going to be able to get rid of it. Later that night when she's able to break free, she returns to her stash of shiver which is now down to two. She takes one out and finds a secluded spot away from everyone to be free.
Once...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-02T15:33:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19692020-11-02T05:46:09Z2020-11-02T05:46:09Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Correct. She is talking out of range of others in a hushed voice.</span></p>
<p>Kali bites her fingernails as Meira talks, hoping that at the end of this she'll change mind and help her "just this once".</p>
<p><b><span class=tiny>"You can't help me or you won't help me? Because it sounds like you can help me but you are choosing not to. No one is going to die because I need to get high. I'm in pain and that's what I need right now. Not to talk, I need to get away. You say you understand and yet you choose not to help me. You want me to suffer then? <i>FINE</i>. I'll just need to find someone else to help me. I hope whoever gets it for me doesn't sell me a poorly cut one and I end up dying and you have to have that on your c-conscience t-t-too."</span></b></p>
<p>By time Kali finishes speaking, she stuttering and her lower lip is trembling. Her fists are balled up and are turning white from how hard she's squeezing them. She whirls from Meira, the raw emotions of Krovax leaving her starting to get to be too much for her to take. Her eyes start to water and fill up and she wipes it away, turning from Meira and storming off ahead on her own. She hugs her chest as she walks ahead quickly, not wanting anyone to see her this weak.</p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Are we adventuring more today or are we having some downtime? Trying to figure out if Kali is running of to hide and try and go get high or if we have more work to do. She wouldn't abandon the job if they still had an assignment. I thought Kroft eluded to us having some time.</span></p>Correct. She is talking out of range of others in a hushed voice.
Kali bites her fingernails as Meira talks, hoping that at the end of this she'll change mind and help her "just this once".
"You can't help me or you won't help me? Because it sounds like you can help me but you are choosing not to. No one is going to die because I need to get high. I'm in pain and that's what I need right now. Not to talk, I need to get away. You say you understand and yet you choose not to help me. You want...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-02T05:46:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19662020-11-01T02:21:34Z2020-11-01T02:21:34Z<p>Frowning at the news that there was no pesh to be had, she tries her old standby <span class=tiny><b>"It's fine. I didn't want pesh anyway, I was just asking, that's all. What? Addiction? No. No. That's not it. It's just. Whaatever. See, look."</b></span></p>
<p>Kali becomes super friendly all of the sudden and puts her arm around Meira's shoulder and leans in to continue whispering as they walk. <span class=tiny><b>What <i>really</i> would help would be some shiver. Can you get your hands on any of that, by chance? Just a little. Just this once, I swear. I can. I can pay. I'm good for it. Name your price."</b></span> As if she needs to make her point for some reason, she reaches down jingles her coin pouch.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>Frowning at the news that there was no pesh to be had, she tries her old standby "It's fine. I didn't want pesh anyway, I was just asking, that's all. What? Addiction? No. No. That's not it. It's just. Whaatever. See, look."
Kali becomes super friendly all of the sudden and puts her arm around Meira's shoulder and leans in to continue whispering as they walk. What really would help would be some shiver. Can you get your hands on any of that, by chance? Just a little. Just this once, I swear....Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-01T02:21:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19642020-11-01T00:32:08Z2020-11-01T00:32:08Z<p>Kali furrows her brows and shakes her head furiously <span class=tiny><b>"WHAT?!?! No! I am not having relations with anyone here! I'm talking about something to help me take pain away and help me sleep. Do you have the ability to get your hands on some pesh?"</b></span></p>Kali furrows her brows and shakes her head furiously "WHAT?!?! No! I am not having relations with anyone here! I'm talking about something to help me take pain away and help me sleep. Do you have the ability to get your hands on some pesh?"Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-11-01T00:32:08ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19622020-10-31T22:40:31Z2020-10-31T22:40:31Z<p>The loss of Krovax was biting at her and Kali was feeling the itch to get high again. Turning to Meira, she approached the woman and lowered her voice so Marcus wouldn’t overhear her.</p>
<p>In a hushed whisper she asks, <b><span class=tiny>”Besides the fire, what else can you make? Any... ingestible items?”</span></b>, being deliberately obscure.</p>The loss of Krovax was biting at her and Kali was feeling the itch to get high again. Turning to Meira, she approached the woman and lowered her voice so Marcus wouldn’t overhear her.
In a hushed whisper she asks, ”Besides the fire, what else can you make? Any... ingestible items?”, being deliberately obscure.Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-31T22:40:31ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary Edition DiscussionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/discussion&page=3#1242020-10-29T19:35:32Z2020-10-29T19:35:32Z<p>Ranger 4</p>
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Attribute: Dex
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Spell: Gravity Bow</p>Ranger 4
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Spell: Gravity BowKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-29T19:35:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19572020-10-29T17:16:13Z2020-10-29T17:16:13Z<p>Kali watches all of that expensive dagger disappear with the bag without a chance of her trying to swipe it. She didn't care if Meira had read her correctly, she was not going to give her the satisfaction of even looking at the bag as it departs.</p>
<p>Besides, she was still in a funk over Krovax <i>abandoning</i> her. All of her toughness and confidence seems to have temporarily disappeared as she stares in empty space. She probably would cry, but she's tough now and she can't cry. She wipes at her right eye twice because there must be dirt or something in it from earlier.</p>
<p>She looks up at Marcus as he addresses her and gives a small, slow unfocused nod in response. <span class=tiny><b>"I'm a marine."</b></span> she says in a small voice, clearly trying not to be emotional over losing him again. <span class=tiny><b>"I don't give up when the city needs me. I'm staying."</b></span></p>Kali watches all of that expensive dagger disappear with the bag without a chance of her trying to swipe it. She didn't care if Meira had read her correctly, she was not going to give her the satisfaction of even looking at the bag as it departs.
Besides, she was still in a funk over Krovax abandoning her. All of her toughness and confidence seems to have temporarily disappeared as she stares in empty space. She probably would cry, but she's tough now and she can't cry. She wipes at her...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-29T17:16:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=40#19542020-10-29T16:34:32Z2020-10-29T16:34:32Z<p>Kaliyah had <i>tried</i> to make amends and not surprisingly it hadn't garned the results she results she had expected. She shrugs and nods to Kroft, ignoring Trinia.</p>
<p><b>"WHAT?!"</b> she says, turning to Krovax. <b>"You can't <i>go</i>?! I. We. But."</b> She fumbles over her words, either through frustration or another emotion she isn't going to admit she has for the man. She opens her mouth to say more as he leaves, but no words come out. She stares at her brother-in-law in disbelief at abandoning them. Abandoning <i>her</i>. For the first time since being in Kroft's presence, she slumps in her uniform, looking defeated.</p>Kaliyah had tried to make amends and not surprisingly it hadn't garned the results she results she had expected. She shrugs and nods to Kroft, ignoring Trinia.
"WHAT?!" she says, turning to Krovax. "You can't go?! I. We. But." She fumbles over her words, either through frustration or another emotion she isn't going to admit she has for the man. She opens her mouth to say more as he leaves, but no words come out. She stares at her brother-in-law in disbelief at abandoning them. Abandoning...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-29T16:34:32ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19452020-10-29T00:56:58Z2020-10-29T00:56:58Z<p>Kaliyah was not oblivious to how childish Trinia was acting, so she decided something needed to be done about it. She did not <i>want</i> to do this, but here she was in front of Kroft and if she was going to score some brownie points, better now than never.</p>
<p>With a deep breath and a lot of summoned patience, Kaliyah turns to Trinia. <b>"I shot you and yelled you because I was doing my job, not because I don't like you."</b> <i>You mean irrespective of the fact you don't like her.</i> <b>"I was doing both in your best interest and I have nothing personal against you. I was just trying to do my job and keep you safe. I know you stabbed me because you were scared and talk a lot because you are nervous. I'm sorry."</b> </p>
<p>She sticks her hand out and offered it to Trinia to shake.</p>Kaliyah was not oblivious to how childish Trinia was acting, so she decided something needed to be done about it. She did not want to do this, but here she was in front of Kroft and if she was going to score some brownie points, better now than never.
With a deep breath and a lot of summoned patience, Kaliyah turns to Trinia. "I shot you and yelled you because I was doing my job, not because I don't like you." You mean irrespective of the fact you don't like her. "I was doing both in your...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-29T00:56:58ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19402020-10-28T11:53:15Z2020-10-28T11:53:15Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">That lamplighter wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"So if you'll have me, I'll join your group.</b></blockquote><p>Kali hrumphs at this statement, but doesn't actually speak aloud.
<p>After the group finishes their questions, Kaliyah clears her throat and says <b>"Ehem. So we'll escort Ms. Sabor to Mr. Orsini and explain to him the dire situation that is her fate should she not be kept safe. After that is complete, would you like us to return back here for additional tasks, Field Marshal?"</b></p>That lamplighter wrote:"So if you'll have me, I'll join your group.
Kali hrumphs at this statement, but doesn't actually speak aloud. After the group finishes their questions, Kaliyah clears her throat and says "Ehem. So we'll escort Ms. Sabor to Mr. Orsini and explain to him the dire situation that is her fate should she not be kept safe. After that is complete, would you like us to return back here for additional tasks, Field Marshal?"Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-28T11:53:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary Edition DiscussionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/discussion&page=3#1172020-10-28T02:37:44Z2020-10-28T02:37:44Z<p>Problem causers are my middle name! :D</p>Problem causers are my middle name! :DKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-28T02:37:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary Edition DiscussionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/discussion&page=3#1142020-10-27T22:32:50Z2020-10-27T22:32:50Z<p>Kali does not like Meira right now, I'm not going to say that's incorrect. This however has little to do with her alignment, it's the fact you are "the new girl" and she really doesn't trust a lot of people. Hell, she barely trusts most of the party and that's only because they've saved her from sure death.</p>
<p>Kali will warm up to Meira, it's just going to take a little time. She's got some trust issues and she is working through some things right now. I wouldn't change anything about Meira as it would be pleasant to have a guiding light somewhere in this party! :)</p>
<p>If Kali is too rough around the edge for you, I'll tone it back so it's not as grating. By no means am I trying to make you feel uncomfortable so let me know if it's bothering you and I can adjust accordingly.</p>Kali does not like Meira right now, I'm not going to say that's incorrect. This however has little to do with her alignment, it's the fact you are "the new girl" and she really doesn't trust a lot of people. Hell, she barely trusts most of the party and that's only because they've saved her from sure death.
Kali will warm up to Meira, it's just going to take a little time. She's got some trust issues and she is working through some things right now. I wouldn't change anything about Meira as...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-27T22:32:50ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19322020-10-27T16:16:24Z2020-10-27T16:16:24Z<p>Standing at attention, Kaliyah is unable to refrain from rolling her eyes at the praise lumped upon <i> one of her best lamplighters</i>. When she goes a step further and asks Meira to join them, her shoulders visibly slump.</p>Standing at attention, Kaliyah is unable to refrain from rolling her eyes at the praise lumped upon one of her best lamplighters. When she goes a step further and asks Meira to join them, her shoulders visibly slump.Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-27T16:16:24ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19302020-10-27T13:47:11Z2020-10-27T13:47:11Z<p><b>"I concur with what has been spoken already Field Marshal. Orsini is a solid choice for no other reason than I think he will actually enjoy how her mouth never seems to stop moving."</b></p>
<p><b>"Additionally, I do not think her capable of an assassination at all. She is clearly being framed for this."</b></p>
<p>Though Kali had been rough with the woman, that was what was required to get the job done. She clearly is innocent of the crime and as much as Kali does not care for being stabbed, the injustice of being framed and not investigated further seems to grate on her. <b>"I'm sorry for intruding Field Marshal, but it seems to me if we take her to Orsini and put distance between the crime and an investigation into it, it's going to be more difficult to prove she did not kill the king. Her presumed guilt is going to spread through word of mouth and before long it will be impossible to reverse."</b></p>"I concur with what has been spoken already Field Marshal. Orsini is a solid choice for no other reason than I think he will actually enjoy how her mouth never seems to stop moving."
"Additionally, I do not think her capable of an assassination at all. She is clearly being framed for this."
Though Kali had been rough with the woman, that was what was required to get the job done. She clearly is innocent of the crime and as much as Kali does not care for being stabbed, the injustice of being...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-27T13:47:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19252020-10-27T03:00:40Z2020-10-27T03:00:40Z<p>Kaliyah follows Magda out of the shadows, having had enough of Ms. Talkypants. She steps up and gets right in her face. Though she's not the most physically imposing figure like Krovax or Marcus, her attitude helps project to be a little bigger than she actually is.</p>
<p><b>"Look, lady."</b> she starts, leveling her finger at her. <b>"We saved your sorry ass instead of throwing you the roof after you ran and attacked us, so we are your <i>only</i> friends right now. Do you get that at all? Yeah? Okay. Good. We're trying to do our jobs, so just shut up and let us do them. Do me a favor and close your f#&$ing trap before someone overheads you yapping away, alright? I don't care if your conscious or unconscious, I'll gladly knock you out and Marcus over there, yeah the big guy. He's going to drag you by your left foot while your face slides across the ground. Do you want that? No. No you don't, do you? "</b></p>
<p><b>"Okay. So. Unless you have something critically urgent to say, keep silent until we ask for your assistance."</b> </p>
<p>She leans a little closer and concludes. <b>"Are we clear?"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Intimidate:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (18) + 3 = 21</span></p>Kaliyah follows Magda out of the shadows, having had enough of Ms. Talkypants. She steps up and gets right in her face. Though she's not the most physically imposing figure like Krovax or Marcus, her attitude helps project to be a little bigger than she actually is.
"Look, lady." she starts, leveling her finger at her. "We saved your sorry ass instead of throwing you the roof after you ran and attacked us, so we are your only friends right now. Do you get that at all? Yeah? Okay. Good. We're...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-27T03:00:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19142020-10-24T00:50:28Z2020-10-24T00:50:28Z<p>Kali nods in understanding Marcus and disappears with Magda.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Stealth:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 9 ⇒ (14) + 9 = 23</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 ⇒ (10) + 8 = 18</span></p>Kali nods in understanding Marcus and disappears with Magda.
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[dice=Perception]1d20+8[/dice]Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-24T00:50:28ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19112020-10-23T22:37:13Z2020-10-23T22:37:13Z<p>Kaliyah follows along in the rear, keeping a vigilant eye on making sure they are not being followed and that their conversations are not being dropped on people who should not be hearing them.</p>
<p>She does not participate in said conversation however, preferring to keep to herself and away from this lamplighter.</p>Kaliyah follows along in the rear, keeping a vigilant eye on making sure they are not being followed and that their conversations are not being dropped on people who should not be hearing them.
She does not participate in said conversation however, preferring to keep to herself and away from this lamplighter.Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-23T22:37:13ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=39#19052020-10-23T16:18:03Z2020-10-23T16:18:03Z<p><b>"Ah. And <i>there</i> it is. Do you think all marines are thieves or do you just suspect me of it for no good reason whatsoever?"</b></p>
<p>She doesn't object to letting Marcus take the item the bag and when he looks to her, she just shakes her head no to signal she has no intention of pushing the matter further.</p>
<p>Turning away from Meira and looking among the rest of her party she asks <b>"If anyone else would like to give Marcus your possessions so as to keep them safe from me stealing them, please do so now."</b></p>
<p>Shaking her head in frustration, she moves as far away from Meira as possible as they walk.</p>"Ah. And there it is. Do you think all marines are thieves or do you just suspect me of it for no good reason whatsoever?"
She doesn't object to letting Marcus take the item the bag and when he looks to her, she just shakes her head no to signal she has no intention of pushing the matter further.
Turning away from Meira and looking among the rest of her party she asks "If anyone else would like to give Marcus your possessions so as to keep them safe from me stealing them, please do so
...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-23T16:18:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#19002020-10-23T15:25:57Z2020-10-23T15:25:57Z<p><b>"I'm sorry new girl."</b> Kali says, turning to face the investigator face to face. <b>"Did you get the impression you are in charge here, because, I'm afraid you're mistaken."</b></p>
<p>She keeps her hand held out, but is looking into Meira's eyes as she talks, not taking her eyes off the newcomer. <b>"No offense if I don't trust you just showing up out of the blue and taking stuff from <i>our</i> quarry. <i>I'll</i> hold the dagger. You can hold the wand if you wish."</b></p>"I'm sorry new girl." Kali says, turning to face the investigator face to face. "Did you get the impression you are in charge here, because, I'm afraid you're mistaken."
She keeps her hand held out, but is looking into Meira's eyes as she talks, not taking her eyes off the newcomer. "No offense if I don't trust you just showing up out of the blue and taking stuff from our quarry. I'll hold the dagger. You can hold the wand if you wish."Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-23T15:25:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18982020-10-23T15:05:27Z2020-10-23T15:05:27Z<p><b>"Actually."</b> Kali says, stepping forward to hold her hand out as Meira tries to put the items in Trinia's bag, <b>"<i>I'll</i> hold onto that weapon if you don't mind. I do not intend to get stuck again just because she wants to rabbit and has gotten the jitters."</b></p>"Actually." Kali says, stepping forward to hold her hand out as Meira tries to put the items in Trinia's bag, "I'll hold onto that weapon if you don't mind. I do not intend to get stuck again just because she wants to rabbit and has gotten the jitters."Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-23T15:05:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18882020-10-23T12:35:01Z2020-10-23T12:35:01Z<p>Sensing motives was not a specialty of Kaliyah's. She lowers her bow and puts away the next arrow she had drawn while she approaches Trinia with the others.</p>
<p>Looking down at her wound, she presses her hand to it which comes away bloody and says <b>"I don't lady, you sure as hell stabbed me."</b></p>
<p>Frowning, she continues <b>"Look, I don't know if you are lying or telling the truth, but really we are saving your life. You try to do this on your own and much more dangerous people than us are going to hunt you down. Oh. And. If we wanted to execute you, I would have shot you in face with a real arrow."</b></p>
<p>People skills were not her specialty.</p>Sensing motives was not a specialty of Kaliyah's. She lowers her bow and puts away the next arrow she had drawn while she approaches Trinia with the others.
Looking down at her wound, she presses her hand to it which comes away bloody and says "I don't lady, you sure as hell stabbed me."
Frowning, she continues "Look, I don't know if you are lying or telling the truth, but really we are saving your life. You try to do this on your own and much more dangerous people than us are going to hunt...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-23T12:35:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18812020-10-22T04:30:38Z2020-10-22T04:30:20Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I should think one shot would put her down?</span></p>
<p><b>"Hold her!"</b> Kali commands, training another arrow on the woman and loosing it at an area to incapacitate her.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>mwk composite longbow, FE:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 8 + 2 = 26</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 2 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 2 + 2 = 11</span></p>I should think one shot would put her down?
"Hold her!" Kali commands, training another arrow on the woman and loosing it at an area to incapacitate her.
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[dice=Damage]1d8+2+2[/dice]Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-22T04:30:20ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18772020-10-21T23:16:14Z2020-10-21T23:16:14Z<p>Moving to chase after Trinia again, the pain in her side stings her as she realizes for the first time she's been cut. Reaching down instinctively, she pulls her hand away bloodied. <b>"You cut <i>me</i>!"</b> she says incredulously. </p>
<p><b>"<span class=messageboard-bigger>FINE!</span> I <i>tried</i> to play nice, but <i>noOOOooo<span class=tiny>ooo</span></i>."</b> she growls, taking aim and firing at the fleeing woman, <b>"You just had to stick me! Well then-"</b> she says, pausing to aim and fire twice, <b>"<i>I'm sorry</i> too!"</b>.</p>
<p>Letting the arrows fly, she aims for the woman's legs and tries to take them out from underneath of her without injuring her ... too badly.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>mwk composite longbow, RS, human, nonlethal:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 - 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (19) + 8 - 2 + 2 - 4 = 23</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>mwk composite longbow, RS, human, nonlethal:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 8 - 2 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (18) + 8 - 2 + 2 - 4 = 22</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8</span></p>Moving to chase after Trinia again, the pain in her side stings her as she realizes for the first time she's been cut. Reaching down instinctively, she pulls her hand away bloodied. "You cut me!" she says incredulously.
"FINE! I tried to play nice, but noOOOoooooo." she growls, taking aim and firing at the fleeing woman, "You just had to stick me! Well then-" she says, pausing to aim and fire twice, "I'm sorry too!".
Letting the arrows fly, she aims for the woman's legs and tries to take...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-21T23:16:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18722020-10-21T21:29:30Z2020-10-21T21:29:30Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>I shall let my charisma lead the way!</span></p>
<p>Kali does not ready a restraint, she dives on top of the woman before she can flee again. Taking her to the ground <i>hopefully</i>, she pulls her arms behind her back. <b>"Do you know-"</b> she starts between breaths as she works to hold her down, <b>"-that I nearly fell off the roof chasing you? That would <i>not</i> been pleasant!"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Grapple:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24</span></p>I shall let my charisma lead the way!
Kali does not ready a restraint, she dives on top of the woman before she can flee again. Taking her to the ground hopefully, she pulls her arms behind her back. "Do you know-" she starts between breaths as she works to hold her down, "-that I nearly fell off the roof chasing you? That would not been pleasant!"
[dice=Grapple]1d20+6[/dice]Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-21T21:29:30ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18682020-10-21T19:43:55Z2020-10-21T19:43:55Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb DC15:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 3 = 17</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Acrobatics DC20:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (17) + 3 = 20</span></p>
<p>Kaliyah finally finds a good handhold and propels herself upwards quickly, <i>very quickly</i>. She quickly makes up the lost ground and catches up to the others up front.</p>[dice=Climb DC15]1d20+3[/dice]
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Kaliyah finally finds a good handhold and propels herself upwards quickly, very quickly. She quickly makes up the lost ground and catches up to the others up front.Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-21T19:43:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18612020-10-21T12:23:59Z2020-10-21T12:23:59Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Climb:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8</span>
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<span class=messageboard-ooc>So much for the head start!</span></p>
<p>Though she was quick to act, Kali keeps trying to climb without success. Each location she grabs a hold of crumbles and breaks apart sending her landing on her rump over and over again.</p>[dice=Climb]1d20+3[/dice]
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So much for the head start!
Though she was quick to act, Kali keeps trying to climb without success. Each location she grabs a hold of crumbles and breaks apart sending her landing on her rump over and over again.Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-21T12:23:59ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=38#18522020-10-20T16:29:57Z2020-10-20T16:29:57Z<p>Cursing, Kaliyah gives chase as best she can, pushing past the others in pursuit and leaping out the window after the fleeing girl. <span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Acrobatics:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 3 ⇒ (14) + 3 = 17</span></p>Cursing, Kaliyah gives chase as best she can, pushing past the others in pursuit and leaping out the window after the fleeing girl. [dice=Acrobatics]1d20+3[/dice]Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-20T16:29:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=37#18502020-10-20T16:03:44Z2020-10-20T16:03:44Z<p>Kali turns around and places her back against Marcus's, pushing into him to push the door.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Strength:Aid:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (10) + 2 = 12</span></p>Kali turns around and places her back against Marcus's, pushing into him to push the door.
[dice=Strength:Aid]1d20+2[/dice]Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-20T16:03:44ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=37#18352020-10-17T00:14:48Z2020-10-17T00:14:48Z<p>When the door closes, Kali says <b>"You handedly that remarkably well, Mags. Well done."</b></p>When the door closes, Kali says "You handedly that remarkably well, Mags. Well done."Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-17T00:14:48ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: GM Litejedi's Curse of the Crimson Throne - Anniversary EditionKaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)https://paizo.com/campaigns/v5748p75ivkr6/gameplay&page=37#18322020-10-16T22:52:41Z2020-10-16T22:52:41Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Meira Silanus wrote:</div><blockquote><b>"I do hope you're joking about shooting people, at least without them trying to shoot you first. I don't want to have to try and arrest you."</b></blockquote><p><b>"<i>Excuse</i> me?"</b> Kali says, her face containing every last drop of emotion of how taken aback she is by that comment. She's about to press further when Vera's cheeriness interupts and Kaliyah closes her trap. She scowls at the lamplighter though, muttering to Mags behind her. <span class=tiny><b>"If an arrow flies stray, it is not my fault. I don't want to have to shoot her."</b></span>
<p>When the older woman asks what they want, Kali opens her mouth to respond right before Krovax steps on her foot. She groans in pain and turns to look at him as he gives her the look of <i>DON'T OPEN YOUR MOUTH THIS TIME</i>.</p>
<p>She closes her mouth and waits for the lamplighter or Vera to do some talking.</p>Meira Silanus wrote:"I do hope you're joking about shooting people, at least without them trying to shoot you first. I don't want to have to try and arrest you."
"Excuse me?" Kali says, her face containing every last drop of emotion of how taken aback she is by that comment. She's about to press further when Vera's cheeriness interupts and Kaliyah closes her trap. She scowls at the lamplighter though, muttering to Mags behind her. "If an arrow flies stray, it is not my fault. I don't want to...Kaliyah Tatarescu (alias of The Rising Phoenix)2020-10-16T22:52:41Z