*Sombra's page

In the tomb:

Sombra watches carefully from behind the column, wand at the ready, prepared for any sign of treachery or deception.

"Yes excellent work all of us. We live to explore another day."

At the Grand Lodge:

"Thank you Venture Captain Dreng for the kind words. We worked together as a team and we prevailed."

The wayang offers a rare smile at the assembled group.

Thanks to the GM for running and the players for playing! This was a great table! :)

Sombra repeats the process but with a different scroll.

Now using a Scroll of Shield! He's a fragile guy so he tries to 'armor up' before heading in.

Bartok Grakhan wrote:

i forgot to metion i couldn't move my token properly...i didnt put it in the right spot and couldnt move it again...im an idiot...i also forgot to ask someone to move me...

No problem. Token placed.

I should've remembered to move his token but I didn't find a volcano to drop it into. ;)

@GM: And I forgot the Spellcraft - again! For the armored casting calling upon Pharasma:

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12

*Sombra wrote:

The iconic skald Hakon wrote:

@Sombra: You could take a 5-foot step (to get in the space below Bartok) to get behind the pillar for some cover from them. Are you going to do that?

Thanks for the reminder. :) I was actually keeping him close-ish in case they remained in Burning Hands formation but the Obscuring Mist changed that plan.

Sombra grumbles, "Time to settle in I suppose."

He steps behind the nearest column, retrieves a scroll, and casts the spell from it.

@GM: 5' step behind the column, move action to retrieve scroll from his bandolier, and then his standard to cast Mage Armor.

Are you dropping the wand of magic missile? It takes two hands to use a scroll—one to hold it and one to manipulate/read it—unless you're using a special ability or clever workaround.

I didn't think it would be an issue to hold the bottom of the scroll and the wand with one hand and the top of the scroll with the other hand. If it is then he'll use a second move action to tuck the wand into his belt and use the scroll next round.

@Sombra: You could take a 5-foot step (to get in the space below Bartok) to get behind the pillar for some cover from them. Are you going to do that?

Thanks for the reminder. :) I was actually keeping him close-ish in case they remained in Burning Hands formation but the Obscuring Mist changed that plan.

Sombra grumbles, "Time to settle in I suppose."

He steps behind the nearest column, retrieves a scroll, and casts the spell from it.

@GM: 5' step behind the column, move action to retrieve scroll from his bandolier, and then his standard to cast Mage Armor.

Sombra drops his wand into his hand and sends a bolt of arcane energy at the robed man:

Wand of MM: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Sombra informs the others of what he's learned and helps search the area.

If he has time left to do so I'll roll a Perception aid.

Perception Aid: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (13) + 3 = 16

"Perhaps search for traps? I'll look for any magic besides the obvious."

Sombra draws upon his arcane energy to check the room for the presence of any spells or effects.

Detect Magic time! Oh and a Spellcraft on the gem.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26

Sombra nods, "Yes Wiffle. And maybe that will open this door?"

"I think the unplanned and unlikely success of Cayden Cailean is responsible for many of the ill-prepared believing there is more than just worthiness and skill involved in the Test. Hubris and false hope? Mortals are always seeking ways to become immortal though aren't they?"

Perception: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (7) + 3 = 10

Will: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (16) + 2 = 18

[dice=Knowledge (all) +2 (+3 about dwarves)]1d20+2

"I concur as well. The Test of the Starstone seems to be a recurring theme today. Jaervahn being called away for a mission that is going to make him miss watching Sir Reinhart attempt to pass the Test, and our investigation is leading us to the Shrine of the Failed."

"It is a shame to watch something so momentous. But so few pass so likely not historic."

"Interesting way to hide the information yes, very interesting."

Sorry guys Sombra doesn't have any of those skills. :(

"It would appear so to keep up the ruse he was still here."

Another yes vote for the Wall of Names.

"Yes who knows what else we might find?"

Perception Aid: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (16) + 3 = 19

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19

@GM: I can't help it this might be one of the last times I get to roll Spellcraft checks. :P

Sombra retrieves his journal and writing supplies and copies the information.

"Doulgonlir Caskmail and 'Wiffle'...interesting choices."

"I do not know but hopefully we find at least something to aid our investigation."

@GM: Cool and I'll roll a Spellcraft now that Sombra had a chance to observe and interact with the illusion:

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (5) + 8 = 13

"Yes on to the next room but perhaps we should move more carefully to avoid any other traps?"

Perception Aid: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

Yep... Barts follows the others to check in on the "gnome". He must have been a good illusionist for his tricks to last this long...if he is in fact dead...don't they tend to fade away when they die? I'm not sure how some of that magic works...

"It depends. He could have established a long-term spell in case he was going to be gone for extended periods of time to fool people and his spells were tied to something which has endured. Notice how the magical trap activated even though its been dormant for who knows how long."

@GM: I apologize again its been about a gazillion years since I've played an arcane caster with Spellcraft. Sombra would try a Spellcraft to learn what the summoning spell was:

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21

Sombra nods and helps look around:

Perception Aid: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (8) + 3 = 11

I got my own wand.

[Dice=CLW]1D8+1

Let me try that again.

[dice=CLW]1d8+1
[dice=CLW]1d8+1
[dice=CLW]1d8+1

Save one charge and I'll mark it from Sombra's wand.

Healing Josheb first I think. Sombra's Wand of CLW is available for use although he can't use it.

@GM: Given the titanic hits our melee strikers are inflicting I'll roll a MM charge but Sombra will delay until the others have gone first:

Sombra discharges another missile from his wand:

MM Wand: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (1) + 1 = 2

Sombra activates his spring-loaded wrist sheath, drops his wand into his hand, and fires a magic missile at one of the hyenas:

Wand of MM: 1d4 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

I’m in the same boat as Bartok. If someone could add my token that would be great. Itherwise I will do so late this afternoon.

Added!

Is the old coot deaf? I thought gnomes had good hearing.... Bart says trying to reason it out.

can someone add me to the slide please..on my tablet...ty!

Added!

Sombra joins Cazithiel in what he hopes is a safe(r) position.

Likely too short to peer into any windows Sombra waits for the others to convene at the door.

"I do not have any magic to disable a lock or trap."

"I think we should knock and see if he answers the door."

Sombra tries to literally soak in the arcane energy flowing through the Arcanamirium.

"So much to learn and master..."

At Fimbrik's residence:

Perception Aid: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (20) + 3 = 23

"Yes Fimbrik sounds like the next logical step in our investigation."

@GM: I apologize, I did not add Sombra's 'free' Wayfinder to his character sheet. I have two PCs that played 'The Confirmation' and Sombra was the first thus has the free Wayfinder boon. Sorry for the confusion.

Sombra shakes his head, "Bah I have one...my studies must be clouding my mind."

Sombra retrieves his personalized wayfinder and uses it with the coin.

Sombra will inform the others what they have found.

"Does anyone have a wayfinder?"

I forgot to spend the 1 PP to buy one - oops on me! :(

*Sombra wrote:

And another Detect Magic on the interior of the tomb and, of course, the coin.

Only the coin detects as magical. It radiates faint divination magic. It appears to be an ancient coin and you have never seen anything like it (because it is so old. Possibly from Ancient Azlanti period).

@Sombra: Would you like to try a Spellcraft check to identify it?

@GM: Sure! If Sombra can take 10 it would be an 18. If you need a roll:

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26

And another Detect Magic on the interior of the tomb and, of course, the coin.

Sombra draws upon his arcane powers to scan the area for anything magical.

Detect Magic time!

Nodding at Watson and Cazithiel, Sombra adds "Yes we seek to pay our respects and learn about his work."

Diplomacy Aid: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Sombra isn't built for Bluffing but he does have a Cha bonus.

"The stonemason's grave is a solid place to start our investigation. Does everyone have all the supplies they need?"

*Sombra wrote:

"Do you know anything about the gnome Pathfinder Eylyshia?"

"A little...

Eylysia is a founding member of the Pathfinder Society, and witnessed the first century of its development—while also seeking to rein in its most dangerous practices, and later its systemic corruption—before being accused of assassinating a member of its leadership, the Decemvirate, and going into hiding."

"Which member and do you know of the investigation into the assassination? We might find useful information."

"Do you know anything about the gnome Pathfinder Eylyshia?"

Bartok Grakhan wrote:

You don't mind poking me with that stick do ya, Janira? I buggered my ankle when the board broke as my lard butt was going across...

"Sure! Here ya go..."

[dice=boink!]1d8+1

"You all should take Dreng's wine back to him and see what he knows about all of this."

"Yes that's an excellent idea. I'm sure he will want us to followup on the investigation started many years ago but I could be wrong."

Sombra retrieves his writing materials and copies down the names and other relevant information from the paperwork.

"Yes it seems a much more complex task than retrieving a bottle of wine."

Sorry I forgot to move Sombra back 5'; there's no way he wants to be adjacent to melee!

@GM: If the green scorpion is still around:

Sombra flicks his wrist which drops a wand into his hand which he then uses against the scorpion!

Swift action with his spring-loaded wrist sheath to drop a Wand of MM into his hand. Standard to activate!

Magic Missile Wand: 1d4 ⇒ 1

I do not accept the rage bonus.

An umbral mist emerges from Cazithiel's third eye, snakes down his arm, and off toward the green scorpion.

[dice=Touch of Darkness attack]1d20+4

The dark mist settles over the scorpion's head, clouding its vision.

Everyone has Concealment against the green scorpion for 1 round, so it gains a 20% miss chance to all attacks.

He then steps away from the corner, finding a place in the center of the room to let Hakon approach, and to get close to Josheb.

Since the table just 'started' and we didn't have much prep time to discuss issues Cazithiel has Sombra's CLW wand since Sombra can't use it.

Before I continue, does anyone want to retroactively accept Hakon's, Slayer of Fogulnur!, inspired rage?

Also, from the shocked look on Heryn's face, you realize that she legit did not know about this secret room.

Sombra won't accept it for obvious reasons. 8)

Seeking protection Sombra draws upon his arcane power and casts a spell.

Mage Armor time! Also using a point from his Arcane Reservoir as a free action with his Potent Magic exploit to increase the CL by 2.