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Take care Gm, I hope you and your family find the support you need.

Nova seems to be busy with an internal conversation, likely argument, with beast, but after a minute she starts channeling him back to physical form.

Beast glowers at Drafton and bares his fangs, but refuses to attack.

"Sorry about that, Drafton. He's a bit of a wild card. I have all my spells, so I'm okay to keep exploring if you're up to it."

"Beast, let it go." Says Nova as she sense his rising hatred.

Nova follows Drafton's idea, and backs away. Beast is practically rolling in frustration.

im here

SM: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19

"Everyone, I think we should leave..."

Nova watches Beast in disappointment, but doesn't say anything to him. She pokes her head around the door frame and says "Please sir, we're just trying to get out of this place. My name is Nova, and this is Drafton."

Nova shifts uncomfortably and she tries to get a sense of the rest of the party and what they should do.

Beast says "I wanted to eat it."

Nova will translate to the Ratling that they won't touch the books, and that we could bring them magic items if they'd like to barter.

Nova translates for the rest of the group. "They're threatening to eat our noses and fingers unless we leave the books."

She'll take a step back and replies in Aklo "We don't want to hurt you lil' one. Can't we be friends?"

Diplomacy if applicable: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (3) + 3 = 6

Is this for Drafton or the Rat?
Diplo: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (6) + 3 = 9

Nova goes back into the common tongue when she addresses Drafton. "Easy Drafton. It's just a cute little talking rat. It couldn't hurt us."

"Oh look at this lil guy. He looks adorable. Hiya there. I thought you were a monster." Squees Nova.

Present

No, it's fine, I was just a little confused.

Nova starts hustling towards Carter, and yells (In aklo) "Carter! What's wrong? Are you okay?"

This is C6, yes? If so, I'm in the right position. I thought that I was on the same side of the library as Carter and Drafton. I'd like to do something, but it requires me to be near Carter.

"Alright, if you're sure. Come on, Beast, let's go."

Beast snarls, which is more of a guttural gurgling in his ectoplasmic form.

New Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14

"Talking rats?" Asks Nova as she tilts her head. She then closes her eyes and tries to listen.

Should I make a new perception? I speak Aklo btw

I haven't rolled perception, so I'll give it a shot.

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19

"Sounds like a rat is around here somewhere. We're probably safe, Drafton. Nothing magic lingers here."

I'm back and ready to party. Glad to see GM's doing good too.

Starting on the 16th I'm going to be away on a quasi-vacation to the other side of Canada. My grandfather is passing away and my family is travelling out to see him. I'll be back on the 29th. Unfortunately, internet isn't going to be a thing where I'm headed, so its very unlikely that I'll be able to post at all.

Nova will spend a moment to cast Detect Magic, which makes her eyes glow a soft blue.

"I don't know of any magic that can clean clothes, sorry."

Nova will hesitantly follow Drafton. "Are you guys coming with us? I don't think separating is a good idea here unless absolutely necessary."

"I have a question... a really bad, dumb question. Do uhm, any of the people... look like anyone we've... met?"

"Uhm, any luck there Dham?"

I dunno about Dham, but I think Carter, Drafton, and I are a solid NO.

"Maybe the hoods are part of their uniform?"

Nova turns her back to the scene and shudders. She inhales sharp, quick breaths through her shaking hands. "Maybe uhm it wasn't a monster... right? It could have been a natural collapse or something... right Dham?"

"No Beast, we should wait for Drafton. You can kill stuff after the door is open, assuming they're not survivors or you know."

"I'm sorry. I can put him away if you need me to. It's just... when I do, he doesn't just disappear, not for me."

"I have claws, but I don't like using them. I can cast some healing magic, and I can cast magic that helps me see auras of magic or spirits. My eyesight must be really good, because I can see in the dark."

"I'm pretty sure I was insane... or still am. I can summon beast from my thoughts and turn him into a ghost or this goo-y thing. I can't control what he does, but if he does something bad I can just absorb him right away. He can't run away either, at least not without me concentrating really hard. I don't think he's scary, or at least not nearly as scary as this place. He's just... a murderous psychopath."

"One more word from you Beast and I'll put you back into my brain." Says Nova as she scolds him like a little kid.

After a moment she replies to Drafton. "I'm glad you're safe Drafton. I suppose we could use Beast to scout, but otherwise I'm perfectly fine with any of the doors. Maybe the one to the north?"

Nova clasps her hands together in admiration of Drafton's bravery.

"Should the worst happen, we will remember your sacrifice..."
Through heartfelt emotion, Nova casts Guidance on Drafton.

Beast snickers

"The weft and weave of fate guides... oh... how did that poem go again?" She shakes her head. "I can't remember, but I think fate will guide us to the truth."

Nova answers Carter's question (while ignoring Beast). "I can hear all his thoughts. It's usually something like "I'm hungry, I'm hungry, I'm bored, chase! chase! chase!" I can't shut him out, and neither can he to me ...We will never be alone..."

Nova recoils at the sight of such a monster. When it flies away, shivers are sent down her spine, and then she looks at Beast.

Nova continues to watch the three speak to one another.

Beast however starts pacing. He's grown impatient again.

Thanks Carter ^^

Question: As a changeling, I already have a +1 natural armor bonus. Does the amulet bring that up to +2, or do they not stack?

Nova giggles, possibly the first time in a while. She puts on the necklace and inspects it. No idea what the symbolism means, but it looks nice.
Maybe after all of this is over I could get something fancier that'll match this amulet.
"Oh, do you know what those potions do?" Nova asks Drafton.

If Drafton calls her over, Nova will help look over the body and items, though she'll be a bit queasy in the process.

Perception: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (7) + 10 = 17
Heal aid another: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7

"Uhmm why is there blood on the ceiling... and all around the floor too?"

"That was great, Dhamy. You did a great job. I was feeling like I was about to start flying. Not in a good way, though." Praises Nova. "I dunno, Carter. I'm starting to just get used to anything being possible now."

Beast continues to attack the bird cage. He's really upset about how that ended so quickly.

Nova starts wavering in circles, trying desperately to keep her balance. Total defence

Nova will step forward and touch the birdcage, trying to sense any lingering memories attached to the object. Assuming nothing jumps out and attacks, Nova will continue this for 1 minute.

Using the psychometry (Appraise) skill unlock
Appraise: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (10) + 6 = 16

"Not yet. Still trying to get more information."

"Be careful everyone. There's some sort of magic on the bodies."
Now that's detected magic, she will use Detect Psychic Significance.

Nova is just about to agree with Drafton as the disembodied sound of birds fills the room. Funnelled by her sense of curiosity, she begins casting Detect Magic.

Beast sets into a prowl position and looks up at the ceiling for birds.

Much appreciated GM, but I'm stocked full on games and my posting rate still has much left to be desired.

Nice comparison, Dham. I didn't catch that.

Nova sighs "Well I guess it's time to let out the beast."
Nova seems to get angrier and angrier... or perhaps needs the toilet. After a minute of teeth clenching, bloodshot eyes, the figure drips out of her forehead. Except this time it was not the ghostly panther like before. It was green, and goo-y.

Beast snarls "I return to hunt once more! Finally."