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In preparation for the operation, Sercrutio will focus his spell on Charisma.
"Alas," Sercrutio says simply, "I have not researched that particular spell as of yet. Mundane disguises might be all we have access to at the moment."
I currently do not have that in my spellbook. If I did, yes I'm happy to.
I'm all for continuing the discussion. However, are we discussing this on location, or back at base?
Sercrutio wrinkles his face in irritation, "I am currently making nice with the alchemist who is working on an order to supply the Glorious Reclamation with potions. We are going to ambush the shipment."
Sercrutio is a thinly built chelaxian noble looks and wears a somewhat finely crafted doublet and breeches. He haughtily looks over the new addition, "It seems likely you will be useful. I am Sercrutio Leroung. Yes, of the esteemed Leroung family. As you might expect, I am an arcane scholar."
Sorry for the lack of engagement from me. I'm back and in it. Do you want us near the shop or somewhere else. I think it might be ideal, for us to quickly get back in, for you to decide how this will start. I will go along with your decision.
Yup, I've noted the pros and cons and am still in favor of sabotage.
My thought was thinking that Sercrutio would facilitate a break in after hours.
"On another note, I need one of you to look into procuring some poisons," Sercrutio follows up. "I will go apprentice with the alchemist to place myself in a position to easily poison the potions headed to the enemy."
Amala, are you still joining?
How about I apprentice/assist and then get the info of when it is ready, then we sneak in and taint the supply before it is moved for delivery?
But, if my bonus is +11, that would be sufficient to consistently aid another right?
For clarity, Craft Alchemy is a skill that can be attempted untrained, right?
For what it is worth, I am willing to step in with craft alchemy if no one else does.
*thumb up*
While I am not unwilling, does anyone else want to put their hat in the ring to be the Alchemist’s apprentice? He specifically mentioned wishing he had an apprentice. That is probably our best in.
Sercrutio shares this information after the tour when the group has arrived back at the inn and are alone. "That is a dangerous creature. We should exercise extreme caution. "
"Many apologies Oppian, but Madame Viorica's business activities, unfortunately, leave her very little time. I am sure you understand. She does still thoroughly appreciate the invitation despite her inability to attend," Sercrutio delivers politely. The rest of the tour he stays mostly quiet. If asked he simply says "Forts and fortresses are not my thing."
Would that be next chapter?
"Alabaster Academy? Interesting. I admit, I am not overly familiar with that institution. I have just heard of it. Well, I will see if I can send you a capable assistant to help you deal with the sheer quantity, if you are interested. "
"Oh?" Sercrutio responds to the alchemist. "Who was your master? Where did your master study?" *************** Sercrutio laughs with Zaine, "At some point we are who we are. Well, Master Zaine, if you ever need a study assistant or partner, please let me know."
Sercrutio makes a mental note of the papers and the special tome. "That is an academics ideal bedroom, Master Zaine. I can not help but feel a pang of jealousy," Sercrutio delivers with a smile. "Though," he adds jokingly, "with all of those books in your bed chamber, how much sleep do you actually get?" ***********
"Greetings Master Alchemist Giuliano," Sercrutio says with a bow. "I apologize I have not come by sooner to extend my thanks for several days ago. You seem to be a very accomplished and knowledgeable alchemist. Where did you study?"
My preference would be the manor.
Sercrutio gets up from his seat. "I would love to get a tour, and I'm sure that Madame Viorica would as well," he says ending with a head nod. "Until then Mr. Nevilindor." With that he leaves.
"I appreciate your information and I will relay your thoughts to Madame Viorica. I can say that the decor of the inn seems to be felt as 'iconic' and/or 'traditional' or another positive expression of preference." Sercrutio shrugs, "It would seem that the Nidalese look appears to be preferred from our guests, but maybe I have not been around for long enough." Sercrutio tilts his head to the side and leans a little closer to the mayor, "Speaking of... Mayor, are you from this town or area?"
Sercrutio gives Nevilindor a smile as he sits. "Well, I do not know if I count as a citizen, as I have not been living here for long," he adds with the same smile. "But, let us get to the point. We are looking to expand in every direction, three dimensionally. Has there been any changes to the ordinances and codes from the previous government?"
Apologies all. I had a very full weekend. I will get a part up tomorrow.
Sercrutio sets up an appointment to talk with the governor.
Sercrutio strolls in with a relaxed look about him. "Good day Governor. I came on behalf of myself and Madame Viorica. As you may remember, I am aiding Madame Viorica with the logistical aspects of her expansion. Part of that is to ensure that all of the different parts of the expansion is within ordinance and code." Sercrutio shrugs, "Look Governor, I'll be honest with you. I don't like the change that the Glorious Reclaimation is causing. I am familiar with standard Cheliaxian ordinance and code. The changes add extra work for me. That said, it is what it is, so here I am. I see no reason that we could not work together, even if we have differences of thought. "
Sercrutio sets up an appointment to talk with the governor.
Sercrutio strolls in with a relaxed look about him. "Good day Governor. I came on behalf of myself and Madame Viorica. As you may remember, I am aiding Madame Viorica with the logistical aspects of her expansion. Part of that is to ensure that all of the different parts of the expansion is within ordinance and code." Sercrutio shrugs, "Look Governor, I'll be honest with you. I don't like the change that the Glorious Reclaimation is causing. I am familiar with standard Cheliaxian ordinance and code. The changes add extra work for me. That said, it is what it is, so here I am. I see no reason that we could not work together, even if we have differences of thought. "
So, for clarity, it is intended for us to finish influencing before we do things like take the tour from Zaine?
"I have gained influence enough with that fool Zaine that he will give a full tour of the manor. We should set up a time."
Absolutely
Sercrutio listens intently to Zaine in order to fully demonstrate is arcane superiority.
Sercrutio shrugs, "Good and bad. I have managed to be useful to Madame Viorica and her patrons. But, I haven't had any free moment to continue my studies." He then presses further before a sip of tea, "Interesting? Do tell."
"Yes, let us go."
Sercrutio looks across the water thoughtfully, "You know, I'm really glad I stitched his mouth. That is going to make the trip back a lot more peaceful."
"Oops," Sercrutio says, looking at the sinking halfling.
Sercrutio sighs and shouts, "MOMEN TELUM!" Four darts of light materialize and shoot from Sercrutio to slam into each halfling in the water with little explosions.
Sercrutio steps closer and expresses his irritation, "Fine! You chose this method! Sutura labalis!"
Sercrutio grabs the rope and carefully hops down
He then tosses the rope at the halfling sister. "Careful! Here's a rope!"
I'm still here. My readied action is probably going to last unless something wildly changes. Tell the guy to stay, ready to animate rope on the gal if she tries to leave.
"Just wait a little more."
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