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Chronicle # 1

Character and PFS Number 194657-18
Faction The Concordance
Tracking Sorry, what is tracking?
Dayjob [dice=Perform Oratory]1d20+7

Ah right, but of course! Normal for me.

And congratulations on GMing your first PBP game! It was very well done!

Chronicle # 1
Character and PFS Number 194657-18
Faction The Concordance
Tracking Sorry, what is tracking?
Dayjob Perform Oratory: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

"We've learned the Irrica family bound a devil for generations.
And used it for a variety of nefarious implementations.
We defeated the Irrica family member looking to rebind the devil.
And set the creature free from our plane before more damage it could level.
It vowed never to return and cause more pain,
While also revealing to us part of its name.
My companions, please feel free to fill in more of our story's gaps,
While I step away to fill our glasses at the beer taps!!

"This devil wishes to be gone.
It's too dangerous to be any mortal's pawn.
I say we set it free to depart our plane.
So long as evil acts in our world it'll refrain.
Accept it's deal is my vote,
Then get on filling our tummies with ale till we bloat!!!"

Archaeologist’s luck, lingering performance: round 1

Ralph reloads his crossbow and takes another shot at Pava!

Crossbow vs AC: 1d20 + 4 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 4 + 2 + 1 = 26
Crit Confirm: 1d20 + 4 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 2 + 1 = 16
Piercing Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
Piercing Damage, crit: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

@GM Worg, Ralph has already taken his turn this round but I believe Wertlos has not.

@Zephy, 'make peace with your fertilizer!' HA! That should be YOUR catch phrase.

Ralph activates archaeologist's luck, moves north a bit then takes a shot at the lady target directly to the west.

Crossbow Attack vs AC: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 4 + 2 = 10

Piercing Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

"Well, we're all in quite a bind!
Mr. devil sir, a suggestion if you don't mind?

And to you Pava, we know you're full of crap.
I suggest you depart before we turn you into scrap.
Neither us nor this creature are on your side.
Test us and down to hell you'll slide!"

Ralph attempts to recall any knowledge about devils and about whatever specific creature Pava is.

Knowledge All: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13

So if it wasn't clear, Ralph is suggesting we unbind the devil in exchange for it just going away and leaving us be. Ralph figures this may be the path of least bloodshed. Devil leaves. We keep the artifacts. Pava will then have no reason to fight us for the artifacts - although he'll probably still engage us regardless. Ralph won't be offended if other characters disagree and wish to take a different course of action though!!

Ralph activates archeologist's luck and tries to identify the creature...

All knowledges: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 4 + 2 = 13

"Friends! That creature is an ettercap!
But if we can give it a good slap,
It will probably run away.
Cuz it won't have the courage to continue the fray!"

Ralph then takes a shot with the crossbow and reloads.

Crossbow vs AC: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 4 + 2 = 19
Piercing Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8

Ralph pulls out his crossbow and ensures it is loaded.

"Best we be on our toes,
For I also believe we'll meet spider foes..."

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20

"The wand casts pass without a trace.
We can now cover our tracks like an ace!
And I can read the scroll's magic.
It can create a fog cloud nice and thick!"

Ralph reloads his crossbow and fires off another shot!

Archaeologist's luck, lingering performance: round 2

Crossbow vs AC: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 4 + 2 = 18
Piercing Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

Ralph reloads his crossbow and fires it off at the dragon!

Archaeologist's luck, lingering performance: round 1

Crossbow vs AC: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 4 + 2 = 25
Piercing Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

Looks good. I generally don't include the initiative number and include the stats in parentheses but it's just a matter of stylistic preference.

For example, I'll format this:
18. Foreigner | Grappled | Damaged: 4

As this:
Foreigner (-4 HP, Grappled)

Just checking. With my readied having gone off, do I still have a turn this round?

Ralph will have the light cantrip going as needed.

Ralph activates archaeologist's luck, then tries to identify the serpent.

Arcana: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 4 + 2 = 17
Arcana: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (13) + 4 + 2 = 19

"The serpent is called a Tatzlwyrm!
They're territorial dragons that scare me till I squirm.
Can anyone speak draconic?
And convince it that our intentions here are totally plutonic?"

Ralph will then draw his crossbow and ready an attack should the serpent act in a hostile manner.

Another mischievous grin flashes across Ralph's face as he says to Wertlos:

"You and Zahnlos have a bond like no other!
Your connection is like brother to brother!
Nevermind those bardic tales from colleagues of mine...
I'm sure if you ride now, it'll all be just fine...."

Acrobatics jump: 1d20 + 9 - 4 ⇒ (4) + 9 - 4 = 9
Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (8) + 6 = 14

Ralph tries to jump from rock to rock but...

"Curse this steep path!
I'm not built to face nature's wrath!
I'm just a simple lil city halfling,
Who sings in taverns for a bit 'o bling bling!"

"Aside from being quite spry,
Cap Chloro has a sharp eye!
To the hobgob lair we go,
And we'll stand together whether we face friend or foe!"

"Yes yes! Let us drink!!
Grandmama always said a lil drink helps one think!
Surely there will be libations at the Badger's Den!!
Shall we all go there then??"

Ralph will buy a round of drinks for those who wish. Or perhaps some may want to go to the library while Ralph fulfills his beer commitment?

Talking to Trigg, Ralph says,

"Thank you very much little one!
We'll cause no trouble, as you'll see when the day is done!"

Heading over to the butcher shop, Ralph will say,
"Hello dear esteemed mister Bearjaw!
We've come to inquire about a person you saw.
Rutillo Irrica once traveled here.
If you can tell us about him, we'd gladly share a beer!"

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (16) + 7 = 23

"This family has such a sad tale.
To resolve these issues and provide them peace, we must not fail!"

Archaeologist’s luck, lingering performance, round 2

Ralph says,
"Friend's I don't know what that creature is.
But it's obviously up to some bad, bad biz!"

Ralph takes another swing at Arvok with a sap!
Sap attack, luck: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 2 = 13

Bludgeon damage, non-lethal: 1d4 - 1 + 2 ⇒ (4) - 1 + 2 = 5

Ralph will alter his action to the following...

With that creature (I assume Ralph was unable to identify it) seemingly under control, Ralph moves up to Arvok while drawing a sap and swings!

Archaeologist’s luck, lingering performance, round

Sap attack, luck: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14

Bludgeon damage, non-lethal: 1d4 - 1 + 2 ⇒ (1) - 1 + 2 = 2

Archaeologist's luck, lingering performance round 1

Ralph attempts a knowledge check after seeing the creature emerge from the ring!

All Knowledges, Luck: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 4 + 2 = 17

Apologies, I'm a little confused. Is either the creature or Arvok currently grappled? If Ralph's shot endangers any allies, then Ralph won't take the following shot

Ralph then shoots at the creature with his crossbow and reloads!
Crossbow Attack, Luck, Cover: 1d20 + 4 + 2 - 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 + 2 - 4 = 9
Piercing Damage, Luck: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Ralph's eyes widen in surprise as he takes a 5' step back out of everyone else's line of fire, then moves a bit further back while drawing his crossbow.

Ralph then activates Archaeologist's luck and tries to identify what he sees before him.

All Knowledges, Luck: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (9) + 4 + 2 = 15

Ralph heads over to the wagon in question and says,

"Greetings and salutations Master!
Please permit me to let you know what we're after.
A lady named Delara sold you a ring.
However, a note from her to you we bring.
If you'd be so kind to return it,
Our business will be done this visit!"

"Rhymin' Ralph is what they call me.
As Mishka said you're the one we've come to see!
Will you please hear us out?
I promise the matter is important, not giving you reason to pout!"

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

"Well Zephy, I don't really know...
Which is why if it happens, we've gotta go go GO!!"

All banter aside, Ralph is ready to move on to seeking Delara anytime!

Forget about the Dwarves and drugs. Let’s find that dame, Delara!

"I agree finding Delara comes first.

Turning to Captain Chlorophyll, Ralph says,

"Please forgive my mistake.
My memory isn't always sharp and the pronouns didn't take."

Replying to Momoko and addressing the party,

"Miss Momoko, thank you for the keys.
The rooms will put us quite at ease.
Friends, shall we take a rest?
It has been a long journey and we may not be at our best.
I suggest we seek Delara in the morn'
We'll feel good as new like we've been reborn!"

I'll roll a knowledge check to see if Ralph knows anything about Harskkeep.

Once in the Raging Badger, Ralph puts his arm around Captain Chlorophyll's shoulder (or whatever qualifies as a shoulder on a leshy) and half pulls / half pushes Captain Chlorophyll to the innkeep. Ralph then asks the innkeep,

"My leshy friend Cap Chloro and I know Valten is reknown for herbs unique.
Do you have any to offer for sale as our interested is piqued!
I prefer the kind that fits in a pipe,
but mayhaps my friend prefers the eating type?
We'd love ones that would bring us joy,
or short of that, something that'll make Cap Choloro hallucinate he's a boy?"

Sharing what he's learned with the rest of the party, Ralph says,

"Getting to Valten should be easy going.
Caravans heading there are constantly flowing.
We can arrive in just a few days,
Then consume their 'unique herbs' which is all the craze!"

Ralph is ready to head out when everyone else is.

Ralph will attempt to gather info about Valten, particularly how far away it is and what would be the easiest mode of transport to get there.

Diplomacy, Gather information: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24

Ralph looks over The Foreigner's shoulder at the Urchin's note and smiles.

Turning to the Urchin, with a smile, Ralph begins to rhyme...

"The Amazing Urchin's powerful rod,
Is envied even by some gods!
When he unleashes its power,
All his poor enemies cower!"

Ralph is about to continue when he catches Dr. Splash's disapproving glance and Ralph quickly changes his tune...

"But as we're a family-friendly group,
Change the subject quick to 'Someone please pass the soup?'"

And, ridiculously, Ralph avoids eye contact with Dr. Splash while pretending it's suddenly meal time while shooting a mischievous grin towards The Amazing Urchin.

I assume the combat encounter is over?

Ralph looks over the object and attempts to identify it.

Not sure what's needed but here's a knowledge and spellcraft roll.
All Knowledges: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22

Ralph moves 20' and activates Archaeologist’s Luck, then takes a crossbow shot at goblin 2!

Crossbow Attack: 1d20 + 4 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 4 + 2 = 10
Piercing Damage: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Now that the battle has begun, Ralph moves 20' closer to the action!

Not being very stealthy, Ralph hangs back, crossbow in hand, waiting for the right time to advance forward.

Perception: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (5) + 6 = 11

"The scream must be a sign.
The goblins are acting non-benign!
Anyone know which way to run?
So that we may ruin the goblins' fun?"

Ralph draws his crossbow and readies himself to follow any teammate who can figure out which way to go.

Ralph follows along as Zephy leads the way.

"That's very gracious, thank you!
I'll have a goodberry too!"

I'll be travelling over the next 3 days, including some long haul flights. My posting may drop off so please go ahead and bot me if needed!

With no darkvision, Ralph volunteers for the last watch, thinking there will be a bit of sunlight by then.

Curling her nose as the man holds the dung in his hand, she mutters. "I could have told you that without picking it up....you will wash that before touching our food or anything, right?"

"Heya Zephy,

Turning to the rest of the party, Ralph yawns and agreeing with Captain Chlorophyll, Ralph says,

"I also feel the need to count some sheep.
Any chance we can get some sleep?"

Knowledge Nobility: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22
Knowledge Nature: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (5) + 4 = 9

"The emblem of House Irrica is emblazoned on these two jugs.
Why they're sitting in a forest, I'll give you a couple shrugs."

Ralph shrugs a couple times indicating he has no clue why a couple ceramic jugs would be sitting out in the middle of a forest.

Ralph examines the surroundings looking for a trail that may lead to the Scorchfeather goblins.

Survival: 1d20 ⇒ 11

"Well friends, I'm not a slacker,
But neither am I a tracker.
The burnt trees are certainly a bellwether
That we'll eventually find a Scorchfeather.
But I don't know know which way to go.
If someone else leads, I've got your back, bro!"

Not exactly exhibiting wisdom, the foolish halfling bard walks up to the hellknight and with a smile, says,

"Hello there mister Land!
People say hellknight personalities are fun as sand.
But I heard a rumor from a very convincing charmer,
That hellknights are nekkid under all that armor!
Can you confirm this to be true?
If it is, I'll share with you some of my brew!
And Mishka there with his unique desires may get excited and yell 'Yahoo!!'"

Mishka, you're all disheveled and not very purty.
In fact, looking at you makes me feel dirty!"

Ralph gives Mishka a sly smile.

'The rod is probably capable of producing fire such as that from hell.
Knowing typical goblin intelligence, I'm sure we can find it quick by following a burnt goblin smell!'

I'm ready to proceed!