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Max moves toward the sound of the two other men in in the west of the armory. "Yield, and you might yet live!" he calls out.
Hello! I am on the other side of my busy period a month sooner than I expected! I am going to catch up on life and get back into things. If you folks are around again, please check in and let's resume!
Hi folks, my theory that things would be better in a week was too optimistic. I suspect work is going to keep me from posting for the next couple of months, with late September being the time where I can jump back in. I have a September 21 deadline I'm facing, and there may be spillover / I'll need to recover. I'm really sorry for the trouble. I will roll with whatever solution makes sense to you. Happy to have my character botted or have my character or just step away from the action temporarily. If you prefer to move on entirely, I'm okay with that too; I don't want to sap the momentum of any of my games.
Sorry for the prolonged absence. I need another week or so to power through a busy and stressful time. Please bot me as needed.
Max prepares himself to cut off the way to the exit. But he waits for the shadowy figures to move deeper into the armory. Perhaps Jerax would be the first to meet them.
Having been worried that their night vigil might prove fruitless, Maximillian grins in excitement as their prey appears to be making an entrance. He betrays no movement for now, but watches carefully for the thieves' approach.
Roger that!
"Keep an eye on that baliista, Jerax. It's probably the most useful thing in this bucket of rusty weapons." It was a wonder that the siege weapon hadn't already been stolen. Maybe it was just too bulky, but he'd have gone for it if he were on the other side. Max steps into place in his chosen observation spot, having hidden a set of armor that once stood where he now stands.
Max positions himself in the place of what appears to be a suit of armor at the southwest corner of the armory. He leaves his horse behind at the Archbaron's manor, not wanting to provide an obvious giveaway of the stakeout.
Just checked in on Roll20!
Cool! I've been happy to lay low given my travels, but looking forward to picking up with the stakeout.
I'm traveling to Asia for the next couple of weeks, so my posts might be delayed. Will try to check in when I can. Feel free to bot me.
"A third of this town is former military? Now that is a problem. Too many possible suspects. Too many people who could teach others to fight. We need to act quickly before it's too late. We will begin staking out the armory tonight."
"I have a sharp memory," insists Max as he examines the notes. "It's also possible that someone besides a doddering old couple is behind these thefts, which is why your house searches have failed." His finger reads along the page, multitasking as he continues. "But if your suspicions are correct, we should have no trouble apprehending them in the act. What kinds of items have been lost? And who in this town has the wherewithal to wield these weapons or armor?"
Max was duly impressed by the list. Seems like the house guards had a point. Was the guard captain genuinely indignant at being accused of being unlawful, or just covering for his men?
Though as he listens to the litany of recent activity, one thing catches his attention in particular. "Breaking and entering into the military armoury you say? We can't be letting this rabble arm themselves." He picks up the papers that the guard was looking through. "Do we have any suspects? Perhaps a house search is in order. Whoever has the gall to snatch these weapons will undoubtedly be at the heart of this rebellion."
. "To put it another way, make sure they're breaking the law before your men break their bodies. We want the peasants following the rules and paying their taxes. That means following the rules ourselves, so they know that obedience is better than rebellion."
"The Archbaron might do a lot more than raise his eyebrow." Max considers his own understanding of how Archbaron Fex is likely to respond to Alessandra's plan.
”I favor getting the Archbaron’s house guard in line, but that is a matter for later, at the Archbaron’s mansion. Our situation is more immediate.” With that said, Max addresses the crowd and their apparent leader. ”The Archbaron’s edicts are essential in this time of rebellion—disparage then not!” insists Max. Then, speaking to the man whose willingness to step forward earned some respect. ”Your lawful complaint is noted and will be met with a lawful response. Now, return to your homes! Curfew is upon us, and as such, loyal citizens shall roam these streets no longer.”
Seems like nobody is in a hurry to let him go. :) I assume he's being fed and such and can go on like this forever.
"Bah, what a waste," says Max, trudging back to town in disappointment as the ambush does not find any success. But as they approach the jailhouse, it's clear that things are getting lively. "Oh good, I was worried that I'd be bored for the entire day!" Having at this point been unquestionably associated with Alessandra and Jerax, Max gives up any semblance of being unaffiliated with the archbaron and his lackeys. "How convenient of all the rabble to assemble by the jailhouse, so that we might arrest them!" he shouts, clearly wanting to be heard. He takes his halbred and points it at the crowd, slowly panning from one side to the other. "Who speaks for you dirty lot? Not the pilloried man, I hope?"
I kind of imagine a big throwdown--town vs. us three BBEGs. With the BBEGs winning, for once!
Thanks, TarkXT! Appreciate the thinking there. I'm heading into a busy period through April 7. Apologies for any delay. Will check in when I can--please feel free to bot me.
Max nods. "We shall have to visit this hilltop in the morning, then. Let us meet before dawn." He looks to Jerax a moment for any final comments. Otherwise, he seems more than happy to retire for the evening once the festivities conclude.
Max is a little surprised to see the bard return. "Ah, good fellow. Glad that business is done with. Let's carry on with the show!" He is perhaps a little too delighted to watch the bard force his way through the remaining performance. If allowed to do so, he finds another moment to step outside and converse with his allies. "I trust you succeeded in your questioning?" As the performance concludes, he offers a gold coin for the Bard's efforts.
I know absolutely nothing about the WotR PC game. But to answer your question, Max is probably keeping his existing classes absent any character development surprises. There's an argument to be made for inserting the Battle Herald prestige class (which was vaguely the original design of non-gestalt Max). But Battle Herald feels a little redundant when I'm already advancing Bard due to gestalt.
Max nods in apparent understanding with Fordaneil Cembers's predicament. "Well, if the bard gets arrested, I may be able to help. I may not be lord of these lands, but I do have some sway." He glances toward the door, wondering if he should find some excuse to go out there. But he shakes his head--he had to trust his new comrades to be capable in their interrogation abilities.
Max is rather disappointed that the interrogation has returned outside. He gets up, stretches, and approaches the owner. "I must say, this Glorious Rebellion -- excuse me, Reclamation -- has really complicated our evening's entertainment. Let's hope this all comes to an end soon."
Maximillian takes a long sip from the glass of wine he's holding. Really, this was just extra entertainment for him.
Having returned to his seat, Max watches for everyone's reaction as the arrest is made.
Max is well-dressed for the early evening festivities. He bears no weapon, but keeps his armor on underneath his clothing as he knows he's looking to cause trouble. He's undeniably delighted when the bard arrives. . So this is what passes for entertainment in Longacre. Pah. The bard is obviously lovestruck, and yet lacks inspiration. He listens carefully to the song for any seemingly useful details. And he's also particularly interested in whether anyone in the audience shows unreasonable support for the music, perhaps indicative of treason. When the music is done, he stands and makes his way outside for some momentary fresh air--and to give the signal that the bard has indeed arrived.
If you decide against Urban Ranger, another option for DIsable Device is Slayer taking the Trapfinding Slayer Talent. Lots of useful stuff from Slayer.
Gestalted Maximillian Akorius: Maximillian Akorius
Male Human Cavalier (Constable) | Bard (Chronicler of Worlds, Speaker of the Palatine Eye) 2 LE Medium Humanoid (human) Init +1; Perception +4 -------------------- Defense -------------------- AC 18, touch 11, flat-footed 17 (+7 Armor, +1 Dex, -5 ACP) hp 20 (2d10+4) Fort +4, Ref +4, Will +2 -------------------- Offense -------------------- Speed: 20 ft. Mwk. Bardiche, PA: +7, 1d10+9/19-20/x2 Cold Iron Greataxe, PA: +6, 1d12+9/x3 Unarmed Strike, PA: +5, 1d6+6/x2 Morningstar, PA: +5, 1d8+9/x2 Chakram: +3, 1d8+4/x2 (30ft) -------------------- Statistics -------------------- Str 18, Dex 12, Con 13, Int 15, Wis 8, Cha 10 BAB +2; CMB +6; CMD 17 Feats: Elephant in the Room, Unarmed Combatant, Weapon Focus: Axes, Combat Reflexes, Lookout Traits: Chelish Noble, Clever Wordplay (Perform (oratory)) Skills: Acrobatics +5(1), Bluff +4(1), Climb +8(1), Disguise +4(1), Intimidate +5(2), K. Arcana +7(1), K. Dungeoneering +7(1), K. History +7(1), K. Local +7(1), K. Nature +7(1), K. Nobility +8(1), K. Planes +7(1), K. Religion +7(1), Linguistics +7(1), Perform (oratory) +7(1), Perception +4(2), Ride +5(1), Spellcraft +7(1), Stealth +5(1), Swim +8(1) Languages: Celestial, Common, Draconic, Elven, Infernal Cavalier Abilities: Order of the Hammer: -Edicts: The cavalier must continually strive to prove his own strength as well as the strength of those he is allied with, especially when faced with adversity or by those who would seek to best the cavalier’s brawn. -Challenge (1/day): An order of the hammer cavalier can attempt a free grapple check or free sunder combat maneuver check anytime he takes the full-attack action against the target of his challenge. This free combat maneuver does not provoke an attack of opportunity. -Mighty Bash: Deal nonlethal unarmed strike damage as monk of same level Tactician (1/day): Lookout Bard Abilities: Wanderer's Insight--Int instead of Cha as key stat Mesmerist (psychic) spells Planar Lore--take 10 on k. planes, take 20 Int/day, all knowledge checks untrained Angelic Grace--Celesital as bonus language Corpse Speaker--make corpse appear to speak, Will DC 10+Int+1/2 lvl Bardic Performance (6/day) -Distraction (Perform (oratory) to save vs illusion (pattern/figment)) -Fascinate (Will DC 10+Int+1/2 lvl) -Inspire Courage +1 Amoral Scholar: No penalties imposed by planar alignment traits, +4 save vs alignment-based spells and effects. Spells Versatile Performance (Perform (oratory) counts as Diplomacy, Sense Motive.). 1st (2/day): Burst of Adrenaline, Color Spray, Vanish 0th: Dancing Lights, Detect Magic, Message, Open/Close, Prestidigitation Equipment: Heavy Horse (free) Masterwork Bardiche (313) Masterwork Banded Mail (400) Cold-Iron Greataxe (40) Morningstar (8) Chakram x2 (2) Alchemist’s Fire x2 (40) Smelling Salts (25) Spring-Loaded Wrist Sheathe x2 (10) -Scroll of Expeditious Retreat (25) -Scroll of Remove Fear (25) Scroll of Faerie Fire (25) Scroll of Obscuring Mist (25) Scroll of Remove Sickness (25) Grappling Hook (1) Fighter’s Kit (9) -Backpack -Bedroll -Belt Pouch -Flint and Steel -Iron Pot -Mess Kit -Rope -Soap -Torches x10 -Trail Rations x5 -Waterskin Signet Ring (free) Noble’s Outfit (free) 23gp
Urban barbarian? Gets d12 HD, Controlled Rage feels like a good fit for an Eiseth worshipper. Urban ranger could be nice to get Disable Device alongside the awesome benefits of ranger feats and animal companion.
"Hm . . . I don't see how this good doctor will be of much use if she's so willing to bear her burdens. And if all she does is treat old and weak folk. They are hardly prime candidates for rebelling." Max shrugs, then waves, dismissing the relevance of the doctor. "A talk with her can wait. I believe I shall have a bath waiting for me shortly. And perhaps a bard for the evening entertainment. Stay close. If you see green lights, that shall be your signal to approach and arrest the bard. Red lights shall mean no luck, and you can retire for the evening." Unless there are any other schemes afoot, Max takes his leave, gets on his horse, and rides back to the Arch and Lark.
Ah, probably the wrong way to go, then. Evangelist is awesome!
Seems like we all have some gestalt plans. Max can just gestalt bard and cavalier rather than having one level of each. And I support having Jerax gestalt as a godling!
No. Please don't gestalt the party. Jerax will have to discover he's secretly the son of Asmodeus as a godling NOOOOOOO! Oh, that would be a lot of fun! Alessandra might need to gestalt a full BAB class and make her way into Sanguine Angel. But I guess we can look into re-recruitment. :) To make this quick, here are some ways to move forward:
So, what do folks want to do here? Re-recruit? Gestalt the party?
Max slips away in the afternoon to catch up with Alessandra and Jerax somewhere other than the Arch and Lark, perhaps back at the Archbaron's estate. "Apano slipped away somewhere--not sure what he's up to or if he's coming back. Strange fellow, that one. In the meantime, I'm playing the role of demanding nobleman. One of the owners of that place, Fordaneil Cembers, is more than happy to help me for the gold I'm paying. I understand you might have the other owner, Bolgart Caggan, still in the stocks?" He pauses a moment for any response before continuing on. "With Miss Cembers' cooperation, I've tried to scrounge up our missing bard as entertainment for the night. I didn't get a promise that the bard would make it, but if he shows up and breaks curfew, we go arrest him. That'll blow my cover, of course, but so be it. I'll conjure some Dancing Lights as a signal to make the arrest, and I'll put him in your capable hands for a proper interrogation." Max seems to be excited by the prospect. He turns to Alessandra. "Sounds like Jerax had some fun with Maretia. Have you gotten anything useful from the good doctor?"
Sorry to see you go, Apano. Hope we can cross paths again.
Arch and Lark:
Arch and Lark: Max claps his hands once in delight. "A bard in attendance? A capital idea! That should certainly liven the mood. Let me know once you arrange that. And as I said, I'll have my bath before I come down for the evening."
Max was delighted by this turn, although probably not for the reason the bar owner thought.
Arch and Lark: Max allows Apano back in. He frowns at both Cembers and Apano. "Oh come on now, this is pathetic. Surely there must be some place around here that'll have some life tonight? Miss Cembers, give me a good reason to extend my stay!" Max gives the owner/bartender a wink, hoping she'll let him in on some secret festivities. Perhaps his new cadre could invite themselves to the party.
I'm entering a busy period at work that may keep me tied up until February 12 (Super Bowl Sunday). I'll still try to check in and post, but I can't guarantee I'll make a consistent appearance. Please feel free to bot me. Max is treating the tavern like a hotel, FWIW.
Arch and Lark: Max had spotted the decrees as he entered the Arch and Lark. They did not seem like a very good idea to him, but perhaps that was the point. "Yes, the decrees," he says, skeptically. "I'm sure that puts a damper on business. Is this your inn, Miss Cembers?" He hoped his sympathetic take might get the woman talking a bit as he ferrets out voices sympathetic to rebellion.
"Do people still congregate here at night? I'd prefer to have my bath shortly before some life actually enters this place."
Docked tails are pretty common for dogs, glad to hear that he's probably gonna be fine.
Wishing you and him a successful surgery and speedy recovery.
Max and obviously esteemed servant: Max follows along and inspects his offered lodgings. As he passes the hallway, he remarks in passing. "Anyone else staying here at the moment? I hope that they are quiet, Miss . . . " he trails off, expecting the barkeep to fill in the blank.
Once in the room, he looks about the furnishings and sighs on the inside as he thinks how much he has fallen from grace. Would his venture to Longacre in service of the Archbaron really be his path to glory? "Very well," he says, pulling out his coinpurse and paying the daily fee. "A hot bath this evening would be greatly appreciated."
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