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Yes, definitely Handy Haversack for the books :)

Roderick tries to stay equally vigilant.

perception,heroism: 1d20 + 12 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 12 + 2 = 20

”Remarkable. Not just the books but the transactions contained within. A trove at the very least.“ Roderick shares his observations as he packs the better ones for later reading.

are the special log books able to fit in a haversack or are we talking the good portion of the library?

Roderick looks through the other shelves

perception, heroism : 1d20 + 12 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 12 + 2 = 21

Aye, so it would seem.

Roderick drinks a shield extract.

Let's do this.

Roderick hands the elf a dagger

”take this just in case. The exit is that way and was cleared as best we can, good chap. But if things get messy down here I would feel better knowing you were outside safe. “

He smiles with a mirthful wink

”We will catch up with you in the pub after we finish housecleaning here.“

Were the captives looking to exit and need our help? I did not think we were that far from the entry - like less than a minute walk or am I mistaken?

We cannot guarantee the way behind us is now clear. If you seek to exit, you may still be at peril. We may be able to guide you out if no enemy are nearby first.

Roderick takes one last puff of his pipe then stows it

”Indeed. This band may justly deserve vengeance but at the very least they should be confronted with the hurt they have enacted upon this captive and others less fortunate.“

Roderick will attempt to unshackle the captive

”If keys cannot be found we will make due. “

disable, heroism : 1d20 + 23 + 2 ⇒ (11) + 23 + 2 = 36

”There we have it lads. “

Roderick pulls out his pipe an lights it as he reverts back to his human form

”Indeed this pair should not have been here. What brought them together to this place.“

He puffs then considers the outsiders

”Nay…Not my cup of tea. Things of this world and alchemy. I leave the other for mystics, theologians and the like.“

Roderick glides down and revives the fallen archer.

”Not a good place for a nap, lad. “

it has been so long since I played him, I cannot remember if he can use a cure wand innately or via UMD.

clw : 2d8 + 2 ⇒ (8, 2) + 2 = 12

Gargoyle Roderick flies to see better and unloads a force bombs on the remaining foe

”Persistent bugger! “

precise Bomb, range, hero pb: 1d20 + 11 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 11 + 2 + 1 = 28
for force dmg : 5d4 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (1, 3, 4, 4, 4) + 5 + 1 = 22 5'r splash, 6 force dmg (DC14 for half).

He excludes adjacent allies from the blast

Roderick flies over his allies and looks for the shadow in the room

will move to line of sight

Bomb, range, hero pb: 1d20 + 11 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 11 + 2 + 1 = 27
for force dmg : 5d4 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (3, 1, 1, 1, 3) + 5 + 1 = 15 5'r splash, 6 force dmg (DC14 for half).

exclude allies from blast. Is that shape closest to door?

will Roderick be able to act or one more round of spewage?

Roderick continues to wretch… trying to keep altitude 10’ up

sorry, hopefully will able to help next round

Roderick continues hurling his lunch and flies up as best he can.

Roderick retches…and moves back (and up if he can efffectively flap as part of his single move)

Roderick wills himself through the noise…or tries at least

will, heroism : 1d20 + 7 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 7 + 2 = 13

assuming it has not been 9 mins spent last combat, gargoyle Monsterous physique is still active along with herosm and perceive cues…

Roderick sighs

”Not really my cup of tea in there.“

He will down an elixir of perceive cues.

perception, heroism,cues : 1d20 + 12 + 2 + 5 ⇒ (9) + 12 + 2 + 5 = 28

Roderick nods as the party regains composure.

”These assailants undoubtedly are alien to the surface as their fondness of darkness would suggest.“

Inspecting the 3 backpack items…
craft alchemy, hero : 1d20 + 17 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 17 + 2 = 35

And shares his findings on the fungi salves

”These may prove usefulness later.“

Roderick will assist in healing to get Wymarc and Ki back up

”We cannot have people napping in this place. Not safe at all.“

Wymarc Wand clw : 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Wymarc Wand clw : 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

bleh

Ki chin Wand clw : 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 1 = 9

Roderick flaps to the south east and hurls a bomb (or two) at the remaining foe, excluding his adjacent allies from the blasts (with precise shot due to combat).

That is quite enough!

Bomb, Heroism, pb: 1d20 + 13 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 13 + 1 = 19
for Explosive dmg : 5d6 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (5, 6, 2, 2, 5) + 5 + 1 = 26 5'r splash, 11 fire dmg (DC19 for half). Target is burning...1d6 fire until extinguished

Bomb, Heroism, pb: 1d20 + 8 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 8 + 1 = 29
for Explosive dmg : 5d6 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (6, 2, 4, 6, 5) + 5 + 1 = 29 5'r splash, 11 fire dmg (DC19 for half). Target is burning...1d6 fire until extinguished

One of those ought to hit.

Roderick the gargoyle watches to see if the foes drop..if they do he will move to aid/heal a fallen comrade- otherwise he bombs the remaining foes

”Indeed, this darkness can put a damper on this entire event. I will attend to the injured if I can… a “

delay until status update

Well, I say, here goes nothing.

Roderick flies forward 5' off the ground and hurls a single firebomb at gray foe.

Bomb, Heroism, pb: 1d20 + 13 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 13 + 1 = 28
for Explosive dmg : 5d6 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (1, 5, 4, 5, 4) + 5 + 1 = 25 10'r splash, 11 fire dmg (DC19 for half). Target is burning...1d6 fire until extinguished

He excludes the squares of 5 allies (especially Ki Chin) from the blast.

Gotcha - thanks! I missed the two different token choices....more to come.
I gather allies remaining in the round room do not have darkvision?
That may change tactics his tactics...will delay for Shido and Wymarc to see who can help. Likely will flap up and out of doorway to hurl bombs unless he needs to make an emergency evac on Ki Shin. Did we lose Jaakko on the init tracker?

Man down!

Roderick-the gargoyle looks towards the fallen Ki Chin

Which oddly, I cannot see his token on the map - but want to either aid him or ensure his prone body is not in blast radius.

Can anyone aid Ki Chin? I will step out of the way for the mount to take the front.

Will post actions once Ki Shin's location is identified. And do we have three Standing - one each of red, gray and yellow foes?
Status: Gargoyle form, AC23, +2 Str, wings+claws

”Darkvision you say? Phenomenal idea.“

Roderick downs a mixture and his skin grows stony and grey wings and claws sprout from his new form

Monsterous physique…as a gargoyle

”This is all very peculiar .“

Roderick puffs his pipe twice then stows it.

”As is oft the case, the answers lie below…“

Roderick activates light from his wayfinder

Roderick shrugs at the tapestry.

Not really my cup of tea.

Roderick nods and follows.

Roderick shares his findings with the team

Manner of creatures we are likely to have difference of perspectives if we ever shall meet.

under the spoiler

Roderick uses his knowledge of plant compounds

”Another of these sentient plants. I am not as familiar with this genus.“

kn:nature : 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (16) + 16 = 32

”But there are similar fungal species near Galt. Most are very toxic.“

alchemy : 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (15) + 17 = 32

”But if I am not mistaken these are indigenous to Drow gardens for their sleep poison .“

”These appear to be less fond of frost than fire. Lacking any frost bombs, I will persist with the force bombs“

Bomb, range, hero pb: 1d20 + 11 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 11 + 2 + 1 = 15
for force dmg : 5d4 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (1, 2, 4, 2, 1) + 5 + 1 = 16 5'r splash, 6 force dmg (DC14 for half).

miss direction : 1d8 ⇒ 1

Bomb, range, pb: 1d20 + 6 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 6 + 2 + 1 = 26
for force dmg : 5d4 + 5 + 1 ⇒ (2, 4, 1, 3, 1) + 5 + 1 = 17 5'r splash, 6 force dmg (DC14 for half).

exclude the 5 ally squares

Roderick waits for the cloud to dissolve

”Undoubtedly, Short work is always best. “

Will follow into the plant room once clear

Roderick steps back.

”To say that was disappointing is a bit of an understatement.“

He switches to force bombs

Bomb, range, pb, hero, cover: 1d20 + 11 + 2 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (2) + 11 + 2 + 1 - 4 = 12
for force dmg : 5d4 + 5 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (2, 3, 4, 4, 3) + 5 + 2 + 1 = 24 5'r splash, 6 force dmg (DC14 for half).

Bomb, range, pb, hero, cover: 1d20 + 6 + 2 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (6) + 6 + 2 + 1 - 4 = 11
for force dmg : 5d4 + 5 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (1, 1, 2, 3, 3) + 5 + 2 + 1 = 18 5'r splash, 6 force dmg (DC14 for half).

bleh excludes 5 ally squares

Roderick raises his eyebrow in surprise

” Well I dare say there is a sight not commonly seen. “

He will move up and hurl a bomb mixture at the lead plant, if it stands.

Bomb, range, heroic pb: 1d20 + 11 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 11 + 2 + 1 = 24
for Explosve dmg : 5d6 + 5 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (3, 3, 2, 5, 5) + 5 + 2 + 1 = 26 10'r splash, 7 fire dmg (DC14 for half) and burn

he excludes 5 nearby allies from blast

Roderick was hoping someone would help wake Jaakko while he was waking up Ki Chin

Sleep (deep slumber) is basically helpless- and subject to coup de grace etc. Not good, but easy to counter as long as the whole party is not affected.

Roderick will move to shake Ki Chin awake

” I say, dear chap. This is no place for a nap.“

Lemme know if roll is needed

Roderick will move to shake Ki Chin awake

” I say, dear chap. This is no place for a nap.“

Roderick tries to resist the strange command from the statues.

will : 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (18) + 7 = 25

Roderick waits for the others then follows behind as they press further into the complex.

Indeed, being careful may not be bold, but it does seem to have a positive influence on longevity among Pathfinders not wanting to be mentioned posthumously in the archives.

”All very interesting.“

Roderick drinks a heroism extract

”Undoubtedly, we best be prepared. “

He moves towards the gate and shrugs as he prepares to open it unless someone stops him.

The slides were view only for me when I just tried.

”Our specialty? Interesting question. I suppose enjoying a good draft or pipe will not suffice“

Roderick sets down his pipe.

”My specialty on missions is to provide range damage support and to a lesser extent enancements or healing during combats that tend to ensue. Roderick Xim for the late comers.“

Now, ruins I can understand. Elves are not my forte'

He puffs again on his pipe as he nods to each as they enter.

Usually they are quite perceptive. So how this eluded them thus far is the riddle.

” Greetings. “

As he bows and takes the offered chair. The heavily bearded human wearing leather armor covered in many pouches and bottles. He lights and takes two long puffs on a pipe as he listens to the report. He has a long spear propped against the wall and a dagger at his belt.

”Fascinating account really. Xim, Roderick Xim that is. At your service.
And indeed this appears to be the place and we undoubtedly are the assembled team. So this place has eluded the elves? Fascinating.“

Are we ending up with

6+6+7+8+9+9=45

7.5 APL?

Player Name (optional): GM Aarvid
Character Name (required): Roderick
Character PFS# (required): 9884-9
Character Level (required): 9
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Almost - I had to check but he snuck in Rebels Ransom right before the end of the year 2022. But he definitely leveled after that. :)

It took me a bit to search through his posts, since I used his alias several times as one of my NPC on a Hells Rebels AP I was running also where I needed a Cheliaxian random citizen - which he is/was.