Okrin Goodspeed's page

Feel free to PM me if anything changes all. If all goes well I may be joining another ongoing game in a bit, but happy to stay in the loop.

Still checking in periodically. Like others I'm not in a position to GM another game.

I'm game for sticking around, but don't have a lot of extra time to help in the effort of running the game or recruiting.

Looking concerned.

"I had some rope..."

Not sure if Okrin would still have this rope.

Shhh, we're hunting rabbits.

Keeping a sharp eye out as the two travel.

"Perhaps the light of day will reveal something we missed."

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11

Nodding at Morti.

"Lead on my friend. I'll do my part to see that we are safe. Just give the word when you're reading."

Departing to retrieve the gear?

Nodding.
"I'm happy to accompany you Morti. I think it wise to make our preparations before nightfall."

Hearing mention of the wooden men.

"From what I recall, the wooden figures were made as protection of sorts. By the villagers I presume, but there's no harm in looking more closely at them."

Nodding toward Kakao then glancing toward Eliserra briefly, making sure Kakao sees.

"Cooperating is wise. How might we do that best do you think Kakao?"

Looking hopefully at Kakao.

"Knowledge is something. If only there were some way to put what we know to use in combating this creature."

Trying to seem more hopeful than he is.

"So it seems we may be back where we started. The good news is our number has increased and it seems others know of the danger faced by those here."

Looking toward the hunter.

"Perhaps more than one messenger should be sent? Would you be willing to be among those sent?"

Okrin would volunteer, but don't want to miss out as a player. Happy to play an NPC in the mean time if something like this fits.

Shrugging his shoulders.

"You must possess great wisdom to believe that you could discover true motives so quickly. Such wisdom will fetch a handsome profit to be sure. Turning to walk away, taking a few steps and then looking back toward Eliseera. What is it you plan to do next?"

Shaking his head in doubt.

"I'm not sure what villagers you've spoken to, but I would be most surprised that you would learn such. How is it that you know what I've asked the villagers?"

Preparing to find Caramir and looking with surprise at Eliseera.

"How have you come by such knowledge Eliseera?"

Okrin's surprise is clear to all. He speaks his thoughts aloud, to no one in particular.

"How is is some paths are safe and others are not. What is it that the hand that guides the creature hopes to accomplish?"

Approaching Eliseera calmly.

"Well met Eliseera, I am Okrin Goodspeed. I hope you found your travel here went well. I for one am surprised to see any traveler move about safely."

I'm in agreement here with Caramir, but as a point of support for the way the game has played out. Okrin has through mis steps of his own given several folk in the village reason to doubt his capabilities. Such miscommunication seems to be good reason for them to lack trust, at least when it comes to the young monk.

Looking toward Aldan and then the newcomer.

Sense Motive (Aldan): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22
Sense Motive (Elseera): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24

"Aldan, it is wise to be cautious of new comers. But let us try not to be so quick to judge. We could use another able hand. I for one would like to meet this new comer before making an enemy out of a potential ally with rashly spoken judgements."

Looking at Morti.

"Any of what they're saying sound of use?"

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (9) + 8 = 17 Take notice of the new arrival?

Okrin looks around, hoping someone else has an idea.

Approaching Kakao and addressing him in a whisper.

"If there is help to summon I for one would see wisdom in seeking it."

As he calmly approaching the man who has spoken, Okrin retrieves a bit of the hay he had stashed in his robes and then carefully takes the staff with his empty hand.

"I am not a man many words. Like many of you I to am afraid. It would be folly to pretend otherwise. Holding up the bit of hay. But as I see it there is but one choice. Casting spark to burn the hay. This fear can consume us or Dropping the hay to the ground, stomping on it as he continues to speak. we can stand our ground. Finding those who are lost and sending word to those nearby least they too be consumed by this creature."

Intimidate: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13 (Trying to sway the attitude of the man who has spoken.)

Okrin holds the staff out for anyone else to take.

Keeping a close eye on Kakao and the villager, Okrin tries to remain still and calm toward the rear of the meeting.

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (6) + 8 = 14 (broad focus on those around Kakao)
Sense Motive: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24 (specific focus on the villager Kakao has approached)

Was more thinking about the reaction of the villagers. After offending at least one villager, Okrin is wary of doing something that might be taken the wrong way by the villagers. In different circumstances he'd partake without hesitation.

Agreed. Though some info. on the religion roll would be appreciated, but clearly not vital at this point.

Central Standard Time here. I'll be in Atlanta the last two weeks of June, which ironically would make Skype much easier. Normally I'm in much the same position as Morti, but totally open to trying.

Nodding toward Kakao.

"I appreciate you're offer."

Pausing to consider how to respond. Knowledge (religion): 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24

Looking about.

"So. Should we try and find them?

Misread the previous post trux. I didn't think we could keep up the chase. Doing a little retcon if that is ok.

Dex: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 2 = 7 Okrin tries, but fails to keep up.

Shaking his head.

"On my watch. I don't know who is on watch next, but I'm going to try and sleep."

Morning sounds fine to me.

Yelling frantically, though trying not to seem frantic.

"Baca! The creature killed Baca!'

Nudging whoever is closest roughly to insure they wake, Okrin turns to pursue the creature.

I'm guessing that is about it for actions. If Okrin can catch the creature he will do so (spoiler below).

Slowly following Kakao while trying to convince the others to follow.

"I'd suggest we stick together. I can take the first watch if you all promise to let me sleep in."

Listening to the others and chiming in with a guess of his own.

Or maybe the animals mark trees for the creature to stop at. Perhaps even a way to slow it or guide it?

So what do we do now?

Perception: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (2) + 8 = 10

"I can't make out anything beyond the tree line."

Shaking his head.

"I'm not sure if our plan is going to work out quite the way we imagined. So should I run into the house? Will we try and push it in?"

As he waits for the others to reply, Okrin looks around trying to orient himself. Where did he bury those strange mushrooms?

Okrin approaches, but doesn't get too close.

Happy to stay out of harms way.

30 feet. No bonus to movement yet.

Okrin positions himself closer to the creature, but not too close.

"Are we ready?"

Just holding on combat map. Basically want to be able to make a double move, part way toward creature and then back toward the village.

Looking into the distance.

"Let's hope it still has a taste for blood."

So I take it we are making preparations now, not luring in the creature?