Seggiatore's page

Great game. Kudos and thanks to everyone.

Catch you later!

"I suppose I've got an epic to finish. And maybe another to write. But first I think a touch of civilization - hot bath, hot meal, warm company - all the comforts an adventurer needs."

Seggiatore activates his Staff of Divination to get a better bead on his target before throwing the sharpest bit of spider thing at the nearby elemental.

◆ Cast True Strike
◆◆ Cast Telekinetic Projectile at #2
Crack!: 1d20 + 17 + 1 ⇒ (20) + 17 + 1 = 38
Snap!: 1d20 + 17 + 1 ⇒ (15) + 17 + 1 = 33 Crack it is
for 5d6 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (4, 1, 3, 6, 1) + 4 + 1 = 20 Piercing, doubled to an even 40

99 damage, that's awesome. And did the job, clearly.

I think I can breath again with that thing gone. :)

Their healing is way better than mine.

Continuing on the drum, Seggiatore begins playing a paradiddle that quickly ramps up in speed and volume. Once it reaches the top of the crescendo and sounds more like a drum roll than separate beats, he injects a single magical note into the bubble of music he has created and it erupts out at the spider in a torrent of solid sound.

◆◆◆ Cast 5th level Magic Missile at the main beastie
9d4 + 10 ⇒ (1, 4, 2, 4, 1, 2, 1, 3, 4) + 10 = 32
pew, pew, pew

Inspire Courage, Orin?
Probably don't need the +1 to crit, since it's so clumsy, but 2 more points of damage. :)

Seggiatore signals Gorm and coordinates with him to shake the toothy spider to its core before the bard unleashes something out of the creature's nightmares to tear at its mind.

Almost before the spell has been completed, the drum is out and Seggiatore is playing a raucous tune that inspires everyone around him.

◇ Delay for the Allies
Gorm frightens the Spider

◆◆ Cast a level 5 Phantasmal Killer on the Spider (DC 27s)
Success: 4d6 ⇒ (6, 1, 2, 3) = 12
Failure: 6d6 + 12 ⇒ (2, 3, 6, 4, 6, 6) + 12 = 39
Roll a 1: Fort save for 7d6 + 39 ⇒ (1, 1, 3, 5, 1, 2, 3) + 39 = 55 plus fleeing 1 and frightened 4, or die. Though I imagine they are above level 10

◇ Lingering Composition
Performance: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (12) + 20 = 32 Success - good for three rounds
◆ Inspire Courage +1s are back in style

Seems like a good plan to me. Noting it in my post.

Hmm, not the best damage.
Not sure why PK doesn't increase the success dice when heightened. :(

One of them should be down 11, no?

And thanks for that stirring speech, Yendi. 4 out of 5 ain't bad, I guess.

Seggiatore keeps up with Yendi with a Fly spell of his own.

"Wow, think about how many more would have slipped through by morning," he jokes with the sorcerer as they cruise over the tangle of bodies.

"I'm inclined to depart as soon as possible, if it's all the same. We can assist with the packing, if that helps. ... For once, why don't we not cut things close?"

Spoilering in case others want to talk it out or deduce it for themselves. ;)

Nodding to Chulyin, Seggiatore begins making ample small talk with Eltha, asking her about all manner of topics, from diet to recreation to adventures to equipment and clothing maintenance. When he reaches the latter, he will giver her a subtle, simple compliment on her bracelet, as if noticing it for the first time.

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (8) + 20 = 28

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (9) + 20 = 29

"Come now, did you really expect us to just allow that? We've come to bring you home, not arbitrate any grudges. Please don't put us in the middle of your grievance."

I have mostly appreciated the pace, actually. I'm always a bit slower on weekends, so I struggled a little to keep up on those occasions, but it beats the heck out of two of my pbd games that have had multiple-day delays.

Life happens, games come second, and all - but that doesn't mean it's fun waiting. :)

The smile splits into a full belly laugh.
"Nailed it in one! Indeed, one more of your old companions to recover - and by the end of the day at that or the portal will close."

Hero point to Seggiatoire for coming up with the flattery option before the scenario told you what to do, and the verse!

Thanks! I'm not much of a poet, but I can follow a 7-6 metered pattern.

Seggiatore marvels at Caliclotherax's last pose and waves heartily as he walks away, a smile plastered on his face. It takes him a moment to realize Piltineff has been talking.

"Hmm? Oh, uh, more than one, less than a thousand. Welcome back!"

"The rhyme and meter would be all wrong in another language, I'm afraid. Instead, I promise an entire saga to be written about you, featuring a small note about the gnome's regrettable situation - and how you helped him out of it - until it was time for him to go home, of course. Wouldn't do to overstay his welcome and draw focus away from your grandeur."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 19 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 19 + 1 = 37

Diplomat's Badge: recall knowledge to increase the bonus from +1 to +2. Arcana DC 20: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (8) + 13 = 21

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 19 + 1 ⇒ (14) + 19 + 1 = 34

Scribbling furiously, Seggiatore nods along with all of the dragon's bragging and posturing. He mutters little "oh yes" and "indeed" responses from time to time, but is acting the part of scribe and poet to a tee.

Finally ready, he reads aloud,
"I wish I were a dragon
with diamond-studded scales,
with claws like crystal sabers,
and fangs like silver nails.
I would be proud and witty,
and known for being smart.
Legends would spread far and wide,
tales of my amazing art.

I wish I were a dragon
with eyes of shining gold,
who no one had the better of,
and nothing bad was told.
A dragon so impressive
I shine in night or day,
but not a wicked dragon
hiding my beauty away."

With apologies to Shel Silverstein

Option 1: Negotiate for the crystal's/gnome's release

Option 2: Argue that it isn't the centerpiece the dragon thinks it is, and actually unflattering - we should take it with us.

I don't think I want to even try for the 28 "you don't confuse yourself" roll. :D

That said, I do have Join Pasts (https://2e.aonprd.com/Spells.aspx?ID=552) if people want to pool a check. I can at least aid that.

Seggiatore approaches a little.

"Why, hello! Greetings, magnificent Caliclotherax. Not going to lie, we did come to see your collection. And you are right, there is no sense in doing so without admiring you as well."

Seggiatore approaches even further, looking for the suspected recent addition to his collection.

"I am Seggiatore, a humble poet and musician, and I would love to hear more about you, so that I may properly frame your beauty in a new epic that is already forming in my mind."

Perception: 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (11) + 14 = 25
Crafting: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (6) + 12 = 18

Seggiatore looks around, but comes up empty. He strikes up an inspiring tune - not too jaunty, but certainly light and entertaining - as the others look about.

Seggiatore makes himself very much at home - bathing, relaxing by the fire, and producing some tasty food from his pack. He sings while he does so, at times quietly and at others rather boisterously, and is quite happy with the acoustics of the house.

Definitely resting here.
Do I need to make a second check against the disease or did Irlah's paste grant an auto success?

I think it said each pc can only benefit from one additional reroll.
Style points aside. :D

It's like blackjack - the house holds at 4 of a kind.

Society: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (19) + 13 = 32
Religion: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (3) + 12 = 15

"Whelp, not gonna be easy to get all six, but here goes..."

7d6 ⇒ (3, 6, 3, 2, 3, 6, 5) = 28
Seggiatore looks at the 3s and the 6s and lets out the tiniest of sighs.
He scoops up the first three dice and gives them a very thorough shake.

2,3,5,6: 3d6 ⇒ (5, 6, 1) = 12

"This is why I always play for my supper instead of gambling for it."

2,3,5,6: 3d6 ⇒ (4, 6, 1) = 11

The bard begins jumping up and down excitedly. "Oo, oo, I did it. Woo hoo!"

Seggiatore sends a second rope across the chasm, holding onto one end while the mighty warriors hold onto the far end.
He then leaps out into the chasm and begins plummeting as they give the rope one mighty tug. It barely goes taught as the gnome practically slingshots up over their heads and onto the ground on the far side.

Mechanically, leap 20' out and cast feather fall.
With all gear, I'm less than 7 bulk. An easy haul for 18 strength.
And a little whiplash, maybe. :)

As the baker's wife once sang, "This is ridiculous, what am I doing here? I'm in the wrong stooor-ry!"

Our guests were delayed. :D

Thrilled to meet Irlah, Seggiatore follows her to the tea and snacks. Unable to contain his excitement, he reverts to a hydrid of common and gnomish as he speaks to her.
"Thankyouverymuch. Andyes, Ididpickupabitofaninfection, soanycureyoumighthavewouldbewonderful!"

He catches himself and takes a deep breath before continuing, "The sandwiches look delightful and the cookies smell heavenly. Where do you get saffron down here?"

After the rest of Irlah's explanation, during which time Seggiatore devours a sandwich and a couple (aka four) cookies, he finally asks, "What of the other pathfinders? Have you seen or heard from them in the years since you arrived?"

Won't be able to post anything until late.

yeah, we lose a point.

But since it seems the song idea will work, I can aid you...
Performance: 1d20 + 20 - 1 ⇒ (15) + 20 - 1 = 34 for +3 :D

And any aid on Yendi's diplomacy will make that a crit too!

If possible, if they agree to a song, Seggiatore would use it to inspire competence in the others. Not sure if these are single actions or "you spend a minute and then check" which would preclude aid/guidance/etc

In Sylvan, Seggiatore responds, "We're mean no harm and bring no trouble with us. We're looking for friends of friends that have been lost for some time. Certainly we could share a little camaraderie, perhaps a song, and maybe some information?"

He smiles and nods toward Shaine, leans in conspiratorially, and jokes, "Take no offence from him. He has to live on surface so that his ego can stretch to the sky."

Diplomacy: 1d20 + 20 - 1 ⇒ (20) + 20 - 1 = 39
Well, that ought to do. :)

As the last creature runs off, Seggiatore dismisses the spiritual weapon and finds a nice big rock to perch upon. His doom-laden song fades quickly to faint echoes and then is gone.

The little bard begins plucking worms out of his clothing, hair, and gear, and as he does so he starts singing a much more pleasant tune in gnomish. It's wistful, but filled with hope. It's unclear whether he even realizes he is singing, or that he picked this song on purpose.

For healing, Seggiatore is +14 in medicine, but hasn't had a chance to improve it to Expert, so he only restores 2d8 (or 4d8 on 11+).
He's probably better Aiding at +1/+3 to increase crit chances for others.

Or aiding the repair checks, whatever people are rolling rather than assuring.

◆ Dirge of Doom
◆ Sustain SW Shelyn's Sparkling Glaive 1: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (14) + 17 = 31 for 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (1, 6) + 4 = 11 slashing
◆ Sustain SW Shelyn's Sparkling Glaive 2: 1d20 + 17 - 5 ⇒ (2) + 17 - 5 = 14 for 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (5, 7) + 4 = 16 slashing

I think the green area-of-effect may have moved slightly (one square up?) by mistake.
Last round, I moved out of it, at the 'northwest' corner, but this turn it was covering me.
shrug

Seggiatore skirts the area of entanglement before picking up the last echoes of his song and continuing its rhythmic effect.
Once he is within range of the remaining beast, he sustains the glaive and it whips across the battlefield to strike.

◆ Stride
◆ Dirge of Doom
◆ Sustain SW Shelyn's Mighty Glaive: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (9) + 17 = 26 for 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (6, 5) + 4 = 15 slashing

Yeah, 9 on 2d6... 9 on 2d10... yay? ;)

My very first fatal crit, my summoner's beast's jaws rolled 11 on 2d6 and 3 on 2d10. cries

Seggiatore cheers for Chulyin's hit and sticks his tongue out at the Isqulug as it prepares to run away.
"Don't let the cavern hit you on the ass on your way out!"

Seggiatore steps fully out of the entangling vines before sustaining the glaive and having it strike at the monster again and again.
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◆ Stride

◆ Sustain -> Force Rip: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (12) + 17 = 29 for 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (3, 6) + 4 = 13 force damage.
(( I think that's short by 1, so hero point and try to end this destructive conflict ))
Force Rip: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (15) + 17 = 32 Woot!

◆ Sustain Force Slash: 1d20 + 17 - 5 ⇒ (19) + 17 - 5 = 31 for 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (7, 8) + 4 = 19 force damage.
(( If the 29 hits, then the 15 would technically be the second strike's roll... and would miss and still require a hero point here instead. If that makes sense, heh. ))

Seggiatore utters a few arcane words and zips across the battlefield to once again be close to their targets.
He sustains his conjured weapon and it also zips to a new target.

◆◆ Cast Warp Step to double-move at +5 (and -10) speed
◆ Sustain SW and Strike #1: Slash: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (8) + 17 = 25

As they move across the battlefield, the gnome throws in an epic solo just long enough to empower the attack by their goddess's favored weapon before lapsing back into the doom metal.

◆ Stride
◇ Lingering Composition Performance: 1d20 + 20 ⇒ (9) + 20 = 29 I think that's good!
◆ Dirge of Doom
◆ Sustain Spiritual Weapon on #2 Glaive Strike: 1d20 + 17 ⇒ (4) + 17 = 21 for Force Slash: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (1, 8) + 4 = 13 That is not so good...

Yeah, the wording on that feat is so weird.
We always played that it was first, or else what happens with the +2 if I've already made the save?

In this case, the first two rolls are interchangeable, so I can happily do them in the order of your preference in the future.

And you're right, I missed the regen note! TY

Did Jaws Strike #2 (from Chulyin's Animal Companion) hit?
Looks like it should have, but the damage only went up 40 instead of 40 + 10

Fortuitous Shift: 1d20 ⇒ 18 Success - Resist 9 and +2 on the saves...
Reflex Save!: 1d20 + 18 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 18 + 2 = 32 Success
Fort Save!: 1d20 + 15 + 2 ⇒ (5) + 15 + 2 = 22 Normal Failure

Seggiatore is not entirely present for the vomitous mass to drench, but still picks up a bit of a cough in the aftermath.