SRO-s 975 Walter Echo's page

Reflex: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (1) + 7 = 8

"Ouch! That really was not very nice." Walter was caught completely unprepared as they were leaning over to examine the Castrovelian food products, looking for signs of tampering.

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (8) + 11 = 19
Walter tries to establish if the meal replacement drinks could possibly have been intended as another attack on one of the racers.

Please accept my apologies for my absence. Personal health and family issues have kept me away from my keyboard. I will now read to catch up and hope to re-establish my daily rhythm.

Diplomacy to interview witnesses: 1d20 + 15 + 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 15 + (5) + 1 = 23

Walter consults with the team but believes the various events are worth investigating. They know their strengths though, so would like to interview witnesses and in particular find any who have video of the events or the time leading up to the events when preparation/sabotage is likely. They will leave the technical analysis to others unless someone wants assistance.

Soryn applies their engineering knowledge as they make observations, confirming their suspicion that this is not a normal or natural phenomenon.

Jasmine consults their hireling, Steve, who let’s her know that these are glitch gremlin swarms. Large swarms of tiny fey with some magic skills (already observed) and known to use technomancy to gain concealment behind multiple and erratic holograms. They are also usually resistant to cold and electricity.

Jasmine causes an explosion to happen that throws plasma into the red swarm. There are yips of surprise as even the electricity stings. She follows this up by stepping into the swarm and letting her armor carry the message further.

Soryn shoots a powerful blast of sound at the red swarm, also causing damage despite a plethora of holograms being thrown up.

Round One continued, Round Two commences those in bold may act
Conditions: all SFs – haste – 14 rounds

Cupi
Red (1) -54HP Get ‘Em (+2)
Blue (3)
Rani -18SP
Soryn -18SP
Jasmine

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Walter gives up trying to make adjustments and goes back to scavenging for useful items.

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (3) + 11 = 14

Alas, they are too distracted, constantly on the lookout for the next disaster and find nothing before they need to return to the crew.

Cupi boosts the team and looks quizzically at the swarms. They know they should be able to identify them, but just can’t quite pull the knowledge that is needed.

The lights shine through the swarms such that the one on stage right appears to have a red hue, the one on stage left a blue hue.

Voices from within the swarm can be heard, though indistinctly. ”We will unleash great power against them.”

The red swarm casts a spell, releasing a line of electricity straight through Soryn and Rani.
electricity damage: 10d6 ⇒ (2, 3, 3, 2, 6, 4, 2, 4, 6, 4) = 36 DC 19 Reflex for half

The blue swarm targets Jasmine, the cackling voices almost drooling over the power armor. DC 19 Fortitude to negate

Round One continued those in bold may act
Conditions: all SFs – haste – 14 rounds

Cupi
Red (1)
Blue (3)
Rani Reflex
Soryn Reflex
Jasmine Fortitude

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Walter activates their voice amplifier again but this time attempts to produce soothing tones to prevent panic. They broadcast a fairly standard message along the lines of "Do not panic. Clear the area immediately. Walk swiftly and maintain order. Clear the area immediately. This is not a drill. Clear the area immediately." looping through the message and ushering people away, adding additional prompts if necessary.

Diplomacy with expertise: 1d20 + 15 + 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 15 + (4) + 1 = 26

Sense Motive with Expertise: 1d20 + 11 + 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (12) + 11 + (5) + 1 = 29

"Maybe we should keep an eye out on things. It's possible that sabotage was aimed at Kyvex not Lemgem, but either way, there is at least one person willing to engage in dirty tactics."

Now, let's see if I can spot anything that I can do to help improve this bucket of bolts.

Engineering to upgrade propulsion or handling: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (13) + 10 = 23
:-(

Walter activates their voice amplifier hoping to gain the attention of both their neighbour and the rest of the team.

"Lemgem! Power cable fault! Looks dangerous!"

The SRO then makes a quick assessment to determine if there is anything they can do. Can they reach the offending equipment? Can they assist someone else to do something?

I'm unsure what the distance is, or what can be done.

Walter looks with satisfaction at what they have achieve so far.

All very well, they think to themself, but we need to make this thing race worthy. Not my area of expertise, but I can give it a try.

They look at the item Lapodie has retrieved and go in search of other useful items.

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (9) + 11 = 20

Separate Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (19) + 11 = 30

Walter knows how important it is for the Society to be looked on favourably, no matter the outcome of the race. They therefore spend some time talking with the fans and track works to glean as much information regarding local causes and concerns. They use their advocacy skills as an activist to extract information and determine a subset of causes that align with the Starfinder Society, making arrangements for decals and logos to adorn their racer.

Profession (Activist): 1d20 + 21 ⇒ (13) + 21 = 34

"Feed the thing the token. Let's make it to the race before it's over."

Walter had a similar thought and looks around for clues of legitimacy.

Also were we given any instructions or indications of what to expect?

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (12) + 11 = 23

Walter looks around for local security, hoping to engage them to take care of the thug.

Walter stays alert while the others search and deal with their prisoner, staying ready and scanning for any other potential threats or hazards.

"I suggest we bind them before reviving them" Walter says as they gesture to the unconscious nuar.

"Just one more to subdue, Get that android!"

Walter then addresses the android directly, "Put your weapon down or feel our wrath!

Intimidate: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (18) + 14 = 32

"Keep focus on the other nuar for now!"

"Kastien, you've got this. Keep that token safe and stand strong."

Move - Get 'Em - Nuar 2; Standard - Inspiring Boost to Kastien for 19 SP

Sorry, it was a super busy and disrupted day so I didn't have a chance to post to change anything. I really should have reviewed the earlier posts too. Let it stand for now and I'll try to be a smarter player going forward.

Walter waves their pistol at the attackers and shouts "Get 'Em! Don't let them have that datastick!" They then steady the pistol aiming at nuar with the blue armor.

static arc pistol on stun + GE vs Nuar 2: 1d20 + 7 + 1 ⇒ (8) + 7 + 1 = 16
potential nonlethal electric damage + GE: 1d6 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 3 + 1 = 6

Spending Resolve for Get 'Em to affect attack and damage rolls against all enemies within 60 feet.

Culture with Expertise: 1d20 + 14 + 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 14 + (5) + 1 = 35

Hmm, don't look like locals. I wonder if they are associated with the race, or maybe just taking advantage of it.

Walter addresses the leader using their experience as an activist to sound like they speak with authority, yet trying to keep it diplomatic as well.

"If you have been hired as race security, you need to make sure you have been registered as such and know the correct procedures. We'd be happy to accept your escort to the check-in station. You should see our names as registered contenders on the official list. Let's get moving though so we can all be about our appointed tasks."

Diplomacy with Expertise: 1d20 + 15 + 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (19) + 15 + (6) + 1 = 41

Oh no. Sorry that is that you have to deal with that Dennis. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery.

Walter does not want to aggravate Radaszam further by asking about the previous race and the Starfinder who needed rescuing. They will rely on the others to fill in the gaps, or do some digging through past media posts.

"Racing you say? What type of race and where do we procure a vessel?"

Clearly I need to ask around and learn more.

Diplomacy with Expertise: 1d20 + 15 + 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 15 + (6) + 1 = 32

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Walter looks around at the members of the group. "I'm sure we will get along just fine. We're all Starfinders after all."

"Hey Doc, I'm happy for you to take your scans. I'm sure you understand that I may heal a little differently to most. I appreciate all you can do to keep me kicking, or at least squawking."

Walter doffs their fedora, straightens their pinstriped suit and adds, "As much as that appreciation is genuine, I hope your medical services are not needed on this mission, at least for the team. Just once, I'd like to go on a quiet diplomatic mission where there is no fighting and we actually manage to make lives better and maybe even bring peace."

"Yes, Sharmain and I were about to embark on a shopping expedition. Ah, well. Hopefully there will be a little time before we need to depart, though there rarely is enough. You look like a reasonable bunch. Anyone have any inside information on what to expect?"

Test post as Walter

"Yes, yes, they are sending a new recruit. Please be kind to them. Look, here they come."

Walter starts to depart as another figure comes scurrying toward the group. As they pass, the robot's voice changes to a kindly timbre, "I'd wish you luck, but I know you will be fine. Good of you to answer the call so quickly."

Walter becomes distracted, listening to a message through their comms.

"It seems I may be reassigned, stand by, you should have another agent sent to replace me as soon as possible."

Previously, when the group first gathers...
A humanoid looking robot, short but stocky and dressed in a fine, deep blue, pinstriped suit arrives. They doff their fedora, bowing respectfully to the goblin, "Thank you for your service to the Starfinder Society Mr Gob."

Turning to the others, they nod acknowledgement to each adding, "I am SRO-s 975, though I prefer to be addressed as Walter. Walter Echo, at your service. I believe I am to join you on this mission."

Later, as the group heads to the Adamantine Bastille...

With a slight intonation of curiosity Walter comments, "I did not even know this place existed. I must learn more."

Currently...
Walter looks carefully at Datch, their expression neutral, "What can you tell us of the places where the passwords are hidden and what traps or other security measures do you have in place?"

Testing - no background or botting instructions but the basics should be there.

Turns out I had some chronicle sheets to apply so Walter is actually L4. I am completing the level up and will update my online sheet ASAP.

I am still willing to change characters to a level 1 if we want to bring it down to Level 1-2 play.

Thank you, all.

Happy gaming.

I am very sorry to do this, everyone. Life just increased its challenge level and I am concerned that, like today, I won't be able to keep up with a new game. I was really looking forward to initiating this character but feel it would be best if I withdraw. :-(

This was a really difficult decision but in the end, I think it is the responsible thing to do.

A small SRO approaches, "I am new to the Society and would appreciate this opportunity to participate in my first mission."

SFS:
1) Player name: numbat1 (Katrina Hennessy)
2) Character name: SRO-s 975 Walter Echo "Just call me Walter"
3) SFS#-Character#: 267966-705
4) Faction: Manifold Host
5) Day Job (if any): Activist (+8)
6) Have you played/GM'd this scenario before? Played once on my 701

I do have a boon that allows me to play an SRO.