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I am sad to hear, but I do know it happens sometimes! Playing PbP can sometimes sap you of your energy over a long period of time as life moves on!

Hey everyone. So what are we looking to be our battle plan? Are we heading back to town for a spell to get ourselves fixed up and resupply? Or are we resting and pressing on?

Lawson is good either way, he'll hit a little weaker due to the poison, but I also have an extra sneak attack dice too...

Hey everyone! I'm back, alive and married now!

I've gotten Lawson leveled up and sorted out! He's a little tougher now, with the toughness feat!

I don't suppose anyone has managed to pick up the new Unchained book? They have a new take on the rogue there that have me drooling quite a bit!

Hi everyone!

As I may have mentioned before my wedding is just a few days away and I'm in the middle of chasing loose ends and getting everything sorted for the big day!

That being said I'm going to be superly crunched for time at this point! Please feel free to DMPC me for the time being if needed!

If I have a moment in the next few days to drop a post I will try!

Between the wedding and honeymoon I am going to be in limbo until June 23rd, but I promise you all, I will be back!

Feeling the venom take the better of his strength Lawson attempts to speed up with his enemies, relying on his speed to make a devastating strike!

"Hold up! We're coming! He shouted to Valai.

Shortsword MH Attack - Flanking: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17
Shortsword MH Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6
Sneak Attack: 1d6 ⇒ 1

Shortsword OH Attack - Flanking: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (11) + 5 = 16
Shortsword OH Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6
Sneak Attack: 1d6 ⇒ 4

Lawsom will attack the Mite that he is flanking with Hema. Should that mite fall, he will attack the spider instead. No more poison!!!!

Heyo everyone, I am going to be away for the next few days in a mix of birthdays/retirement party/family/wedding planning. I should hopefully be back up to speed Monday! If needed, please feel free to DMPC me!

Fort Save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Ugh: 1d2 ⇒ 1

Hey everyone! Sorry about that! I was kidnapped for my bachelor party this weekend. Survived and am back!

Will Save: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 1 = 16

Focusing past the strange magics and seeing Hema strike down one of the mites Lawson strikes out at the closest mite with both blades.

Now that I think of it, I'm not sure from the context if the mite next to Hema and me is the one we squished or if it was another one. If it is dead already. Lawson will attack the spider.

Shortsword MH Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21
Shortsword MH Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

Shortsword OH Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (2) + 3 = 5
Shortsword OH Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Haha. We said the same thing while we were planning it. Oddly enough we've run into quite a few people with the same day! So hopefully it'll be easy to remember! :)

No worries about that on my end for sure! I'm actually ramping up to my up and coming wedding on June 6th! Trying to chase down things here and there, and getting ready for my Bachelor party this weekend too.

Sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day!

Lawson quickly darts to Y5, X6 and swings at the spider. Though his haste causes his blow to go wide.

Shortsword Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (2) + 5 = 7

Init: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23

Sorry, silly busy lately...

Bluff: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23

Trying not to flinch at the slight of the shadows Lawson squints at the room, trying to penetrate the gloom.

Oy this room is packed! Do we have a battle plan?

Lawson nods. "We can't see in the dark. Anything that lives here can. Best not to be blind."

"Thanks Hema, that does wonders." Lawson said as he felt his wounds heal.

As they proceeded down the hall, Lawson alerts the group pointing to his ears then motioning with his weapon to be ready. He motions to take a wide berth around the low tunnel and moves down the stairs.

After making sure that all of the creatures they just battled were dead. Lawson turns to Hema and asks. "Any chance at a bit of a magic? I think we're a little rough for wear."

Lawson will ten continue towards the farside of the room and down the hall, watching carefully for things, or traps.

Perception if needed again: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24

"Those bites smart!" Lawson said looking at the wounds suffered in combat. Lawson picks up his Sunrod and takes a moment to quickly scout the room.

"I suppose they had themselves quite a nice home until we came along."

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16

Lawson will run to Rommin's assistance (Move to X6,Y10) to set up a flanking position. Then stabs out with his sword.

Shortsword MH Attack: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (2) + 7 = 9
Shortsword MH Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
Sneak Attack Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 3

Seeing Valai slice at the ant, Lawson quickly joins her in attempting to disembowel the ant!

Shortsword MH Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 4 = 12
Shortsword MH Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Shortsword OH Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Shortsword OH Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

Critical Confirm!
Shortsword OH Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22
Shortsword OH Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3
If I critical does that mean sneak attack applies? Not sure: 1d6 ⇒ 6

"Whoa! No worries!" Lawson said as the flames pass over him.

Reflex with Evasion evades!: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

"Ow! S#&#! Hema! Hang on..." Lawson shouts as he strikes out at the ant grappling Hema.

Shortsword MH Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21
Shortsword MH Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
Not Sure if Sneak Attack Applies Into a Grapple: 1d6 ⇒ 6

Shortsword OH Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10
Shortsword OH Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7
Not Sure if Sneak Attack Applies Into a Grapple: 1d6 ⇒ 2

Lawson attacks the centre ant with a flurry of blades. "Oh s~+#! Where'd these all come from?!"

Shortsword MH Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8
Shortsword MH Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Shortsword OH Attack: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19
Shortsword OH Damage: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Init: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23
Knowledge Dun.: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (16) + 6 = 22

"Heads up! Really...big...ants?" Lawson shouted as he moved in front of Valai (Move to X5, Y7)

Knowledge check to see if Lawson knows what the critters/blue creature are!

Derp! Been posting on my phone all day while in meetings.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24

"Oh." Lawson said simply looking at the mounds. "Lets keep close..."

Lawson will skirt the western wall and go directly south to get a better idea of what's in the room.

Trying not to retch after looking at the bucket, Lawson turns and speaks to the group "Five gold says if I pour this bucket down there, something is going to be alive and hungry."

Regardless if anyone takes him up on the bet. "In either case, we can look at this in more detail when we've cleared the place. There's obviously something that knows this place exists, and is able to kill and put bats into a bucket. Lets keep our guard up."

Lawson will move back into the hall, keeping sharp eyes again for anything that could have snuck up them during their sidetrack. Ensuring the door is closed behind them, Lawson will continue down the stairs.

Waiting to see if Valai gets any interesting results. Lawson hefts a Sunrod. "I can toss this down, I have a few more."

While waiting, Lawson will check out the evil bucket.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (4) + 6 = 10

Nodding at Valai. "I know, right? Lawson continues down the hallway keeping a sharp eye out for danger.

Lawson knocks softly on the secret door. Looking back to the party he whispers. "I saw something, but I lost it. But I also found this secret door." Showing the indication of the door. "Could have been a rat for all I know, it just squeaked." Lawson continued, implications heavy in the air.

Not wanting to leave a potential way to be attacked from behind, Lawson tiggers the secret door to open, while keeping a sharp eye for traps.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11 Incase of traps, Lawson gets an extra +1 for a total of 7 from the 'trapfinding' skill.

Planning a more cautious approach this time, rather than running off into the dark and getting stabbed, Lawson alerts the party with a quick hand signal and continues down the stairs weapon in hand.

Perception!: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23

"You alright Rommin?" Lawson said as he stopped to pick up his bow. "Glad that worked out though...would have been bad if they surprised us."

Once everything is organized Lawson will take a closer look at the pool of water in the room. "What should we do about that window? Leave it for the moment and secure the area?"

If the party moves on Lawson will check out the left corridor first.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

Lawson will drop his bow and move to 6,4 while drawing a shortsword. "Just keep stabbing it!" Good advice for almost any situation Lawson thought as he hustled along.

Lawson sets his eye on the Amoeba trying to place his shot best and fires his bow once more.

Shortbow Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22
Shortbow Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 5

Lawson shuffles over away from the stairs (moving to 7,7) in hopes of maximizing his attack time. Nodding at Rommin, he nocks and fires and arrow at the Amoeba.

Init: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15

Shortbow Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (18) + 5 = 23
Shortbow Damage: 1d6 ⇒ 3

"It's an Amoeba, an ooze." Lawson said stopping the group as they progressed down the stairs any further. "Okay, I suggest we back up the stairs to the balcony. I'll put this new bow to work and see if I can't piss it off or kill it from far away. We can try to save as many of Amadia's bombs and Valai's magic. I'm hoping if we bug it from far enough away, it won't know what's going on and we can have easy pickings as we pepper it away."

Lawson put his sword swords away and drew the bow. "I'm open to any ideas though. Anyone have anything better?"

Disbelieve: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (11) + 1 = 12

"What the hell?!" Lawson hissed through his teeth. "Did anyone else see that?!"

Knowledge Dungeoneering: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (15) + 6 = 21

Phew. Lawson exhaled Only critters, I was concerned whatever dug that tunnel would be nesting in there.

Falling back into the familiar routine, Lawson continues down the left path, away from where the other bags appeared.

When in doubt, set the poop on fire!

Lawson can't help but be curious about the green water/sludge while looking over the edge of balcony. Dirty water? He thinks to himself until he notices all the guano then nods to himself silently. Taking a moment to look up at the ceiling to check for bats. Concerned what could dig through solid stone, Lawson watches the tunnel as he moves.

He motions for everyone to be ready. Grabbing a tindertwig from his pocket, Lawson attempts to light the dry guano leading into the tunnel on fire.

I'm pretty sure bat poop is super flammable, or was that explosive?

Sorry, was rushed and forgot. Just in case...

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (14) + 6 = 20

"I hear flittering...bats? Maybe?" Lawson said as the group started to get ready after their rest. "Shall we get a start again? Weapons out, Sunrod in hand."

Once everyone is ready to move, Lawson will lead the way again. Carefully watching for traps, and danger.

Lawson, I bow to your thread-fu. At my table, you sir would get a Margarita.

Yay! :)

What I have found through the list is:

Ten days of rations
100' of coiled rope and a grappling hook
Two Cure light wounds Potions
Two of lesser restoration Potions
climber's kit,
Second-story harness
Hooded lamp and oil
assortment of leather armor pieces (Could not figure out how many)
short swords (Could not figure out how many)
Two hand crossbows + bolts
2 smokesticks
2 tanglefoot bags
dozen bedrolls
chest of tools
ancient amphorae filled with old Thassilonean coins
ornate statue of a humanoid covered in tattoos
bloodstained masterwork studded leather
Set of nice earrings - Ayala's
Bladed scarf
Loose papers written in Varisian
2 doses bloodroot poison
mwk composite short bow
grappling hook
50' silk rope
mwk thieves tools
wide collection of odd and very ancient looking jewellery - 850 gp

274 gp
175 sp

Things of Note:

Various Muraled walls - We should probably document/etch/draw this for the Pathfinders. I don't think they'd give us money for it, but we'd be doing our "Pathfinderly Duty".

Looking through the list there are a number of things we don't have the value on so in random order...

Set of nice earrings:Appraise: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (7) + 6 = 13
ornate statue of a humanoid covered in tattoos: Appraise: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (11) + 6 = 17
ancient amphorae filled with old Thassilonean coins: Appraise: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (1) + 6 = 7

Those appraise rolls probably doesn't help as much as I thought they would.

Considering now that we have food and bedrolls the majority of us probably don't need to go back for supplies. More of an FYI to our superiors and dropping the prisoners off and that sort of thing. We can use the rest of the down time for background stuff, such as documenting the murals and combing over the place.

If someone wants something off that list, please feel free to call dibs. The only thing Lawson would be interested in is the Masterwork studded leather, which he'd spend some time cleaning himself personally over night. But I'll float that to the group before he just takes it. The same goes for the Masterwork Comp. Shortbow, as it'd be nice for Lawson to have some ranged capacity (and he's proficient!), but I don't want to be greedy.

That works for me! I will try to come up with a list of loot we've found since we've wandered in here and give it a post.

Offhand I can't think of anything particular while in town. We can arrange selling of loot and things afterwards. I think we still have a box and things we can drop the shard into if/when we find it.

I think we'd be more intent in doing a quick back and forth between town and the span rather than lingering in town.

She follows Saranrae I think right? I can see she would be concerned with taking the prisoners back or possibly the whole redemption option.

Thinking a bit more on Lawson's perspective, he'd suggest to take the Tower Girls back to the city with the bare essentials and tell them to go make a life somewhere else, much like the other group. With the warning that if they come back at them with a blade in hand for revenge it will quite literally be the last thing they do.

Now that everything has calmed down, I think as a group we'd have enough simple chit-chat behind-the-scenes for Hema to know that we're looking into the shards and trying to get them accounted for. Valai's experience with how a shard can affect a personality could be a good motivator to be involved. Ensuring that the shards don't fall into the wrong hands.

I looked back and I didn't see how long it took us to get to the Irespan, though with all of our walking around, combat and everything. It can't have been that long of a day. Maybe a few tens of minutes to an hour since we arrived?

Heyo, checking in with everyone here! I don't want to push things along too fast without everyone being able to add in their two cents!

What are our overall options? Make sure the area is clear, take the prisoners back, and bring back supplies for the night?

Lawson is ready and able to help out to keep things moving! :D

"They slept here." Lawson said with a shrug. "Staying here a while will give us time to write out our notes and etch what murals are still intact."

"I hate the idea of splitting up, but at the same time what would we do with the Tower Girls anyway? We don't have a legal reason to take them into custody, that could lead to awkward questions back in the city from the guard. We might be able to get the Pathfinders to relocate them. Forcibly if need be." He trailed off looking at the rest of the group for additional suggestions.

It is...really took the wind out of my sails yesterday. :(

"Any recommendation on what we should do with them then?" Lawson asked. "It's not safe to just leave them there."