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Ralin looks gratified that the spirit was able to rest, and thanks J. for her words. "There is much more that we do at the Society, but I do consider this part to be amongst the most satisfying of parts, aiding those in need." As Colson approaches and makes his request, Ralin thinks back, pondering at the goals of the Pathfinder society with regard to this request. Also he attends to Grishan's mood.
Also, Sense Motive.
Ralin approaches the spirit, stopping by J.'s side. "You have died, Cassiel, while J. lived. It was not your fault, it was not hers. But life is for the living, as she still has a long life left before her. Perhaps she will join you when her life has ended, perhaps not... but you ought not ask the living to cease for you. You should move on. You gain nothing by clinging still to the mortal world." Attempting Diplomancy
Ralin watches as the 'wreckage' appears to dissipate, but turns first to J. "There are few good deaths. But if we can help their spirits to rest, we shall see what we can do." Ralin attempts to reassure J. and Grishan. "Some more healing would be good if you can spare some, Turzyk. I think we all took a great deal of harm from that haunt." Ralin follows the path down into the catacombs, summoning up a Light to help light their way.
"We should probably spread these vials around a little bit, if we're going to be heading into the schoolhouse. I'll take one myself.." Ralin holds up the box, offering the others to whomever wishes to take one. "Off to the class, then." Ralin takes a spot beside J, and calls up Heightened Awareness again (assuming more than 30 minutes had passed since the garden encounters. Will use the spell for an additional +4 to init if combat starts). He speaks quieter to J, looking at her as she seemed distracted. "Disquieting thoughts? There's no need for too much worry. We'll see what we find, and whatever we find, we'll deal with it. All of us."
"Well, he did say to check the supply closet if we were going to be heading into the schoolhouse where that haunt was. It might not be a bad idea to take a peek to see what all is there, before we venture in, in case we need any of it." Ralin nods, and moves up to the supply closet, to examine its contents. "And J can decide, this being her expedition, where she would care to explore, first? Or we can decide as a group."
Ralin nods and observes closely, taking notes, then setting away his notebook. He follows along with the others as Pip leads them into the greenhouse storing magical plants, peering around to examine the healthy plants around him with interest, taking in his surroundings quickly. Seeing the woman, he nods respectfully to her, while quickly attempting to discern what she might be -- and aids Turzyk, showing that he is apparently unarmed. "There is no need for violence here. There must be a case of mistaken identity. We are not from whatever Quantium you are mentioning, and we have no desire to take you from this place. Have you been attacked before, then?" Diplomacy auto-aid.
Ralin glances to Grishan and Junia, to see their mood on moving on or examining the magic plants. "You are taking quite good care of them indeed. I have not had an opportunity to examine such plants closely before. May I?" He opens a sketchbook, and gestures, asking Pip if he minds a closer examination. "And then I for one would be happy to examine the more magical plants, if the others do not mind."
Ralin would prefer to be somewhat centrally-located in the group -- preferably somewhere where (since the place is spread-out enough), he's within 10 feet of everyone, so that if somsone's about to walk into a trap, he'll at least have a chance of seeing it first. Otherwise, he's fine being placed where is most convenient for everyone else's tactics. "Some of this plantlife might be somewhat unfriendly to visitors, from the negative energy over all this time." He nods to Junia. "Now's where that alchemist's fire might prove handy, if we run into anything." "Shall we check out that tree first, and then investigate the doorway?"
"It sounds like it would have been beautiful in its prime. I'm sorry I didn't have the opportunity. But we shall see what we can find, now. Would you happen to recall anything to help identify which statue, or where within it might be?" Ralin approaches the front doors, casting Heightened Awareness; inspects what he can see for evidence of anything that might be unsafe; pulls out a nature guide to attempt to identify the vines, in case they're dangerous/poisonous...and then brings up Detect Magic as well for extra measure.
Ralin follows her off to the side alleyway, leaning against the wall casually, watching for anyone coming along, while listening to her. He tilts his head, seeing the ghostly boy appear before them. "It is a pleasure to meet you, Grishan. Turning back to Junia, he replies. "I can certainly understand why you would keep this from your mother. She seems rather stifling. I can understand the desire to get away. Were you hoping to experiment, while out and about? Have you managed to do much trial between the two of you, before now? I ask, wanting to know our new partner's capabilities...and, admittedly, out of curiousity."
"That was most odd. Are you all right, J?" Ralin bends down to help Junia back up to her feet, and dusts her off a bit (as well as Prestidigitation to clean her off as well). "Well, your first street scuffle, and you've come through all right. Congratulations." Ralin also attempts to wrack his brain for what that ghostly apparition may have been about.
Ralin steps to Junia's side, shaking his head. "It wasn't her that threw that. Clearly you all could see that it came from back there." He points back from the direction the trash flew in from, glancing back that way briefly. "We've got no quarrel with you, but clearly someone else has. Wouldn't it be better you have it out with them then? And we'll just be out of your way."
Ralin holds his expression neutral until the Lady has departed, then gives an approving nod to Junia. "You are wearing something practical, good. It is a pleasure to meet you, J." This could go better than I'd feared. Even if she is unpracticed, she has put some thought into this. He listens to Dreng, and nods to him in acknowledgement, making a mental note of that information. He addresses J again. "I believe we are ready to depart as soon as you are. Are there any last-minute supplies you would like to pick up before we begin the expedition?"
She can't stop her from sneaking out, so now she's trying giving her daughter a taste to see if that's enough to quell her appetite? It's worth a shot, I suppose. "I understand your concern of her exploring the place on her own. We will accompany her, and make sure that no harm befalls her as she gets her look around."
Ralin takes a moment to straighten and brighten his clothing as the party approaches the manor, and looks around the drawing room idly as he and the others are led within, and wait for the Lady to meet with them. He bows to the Lady as she enters, in a respectful, but not obsequious manner. "It is our pleasure to be of service to you, my lady. You may put aside your fears that your daughter will be in any but the best of care."
Ralin raises a mild eyebrow at being referred to as 'performer', but makes no comment.
I should stop being surprised by how I find Dreng dressed by now. I don't think I had even have half his wardrobe back when I had little better to do. Ralin brushes away his thoughts, and walks briskly after the Venture-Captain through the streets, pulling his cloak in tighter against the chill. He listens intently to Dreng's monologue, taking mental notes of the things that will come in handy later. Especially what to avoid doing to upset people. "Of course, sir. I'd be happy to. Is there anything else we should know about the family, or the Tri-Towers Yard before we meet with the Dacilanes? And will she be wandering about freely, or would you rather we be...guiding her to specific places, shall we say?" |
