Looks like we have 6 participating, instead of 5, as everyone indicated something above.
That would change the math to:
Required 8 PP and 2,450 gp (each PP worth 306). All gold share would be 816 gp.
1 - 2 PP and 204 gp (Proudefeets) 2 - 2 PP and 204 gp (Brutus) 3 - 1 PP and 510 gp (Spenser) 4 - 1 PP and 510 gp (Ghukar) 5 - 1 PP and 510 gp (Shel) 6 - 1 PP and 512 gp (Paicho)
Paicho nods in agreement, Resources should be provided to bring the Kalbio back to the land of the living. The people of Taldor must have hope, and this is a sure way to ensure they have some at least. Although no doubt it will make the Society many friends, but probably also some enemies. It is the correct choice I believe.
Paicho moves forward behind Shel, and resumes his inspiring oratory.
Noble evil-doers, no matter there warped view of right and wrong; will always fall when true heroes stand up for good! Those that think they are above the law will not prevail on this day!
move to move; standard to switchback to Inspire Courage, flag still aloft as well.
Paicho continues his countersong, weaving a spell into the melody he's using. But he mixes up some of the words and loses his spell. He then draws his wand of cure light wounds.
Yet on he sings. Fa La La La...
Perform Sing:1d20 + 12 ⇒ (13) + 12 = 25
Use Harmonic Spell to maintain countersong, standard - defensively cast CLW (failed), move to draw wand.
Will DC19 + 4 v Sonic:1d20 + 9 + 4 ⇒ (8) + 9 + 4 = 21 Will DC19 + 4 v Sonic:1d20 + 9 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 9 + 4 = 20
First time I've ever used this. Countersong!
Alarmed by the effects of the whirling talden dead, Paicho ceases to inspire the Pathfinders, although his banner remains raised high. He reaches over and touches Griff.
Cure Light Wounds:1d8 + 5 ⇒ (4) + 5 = 9
He then begins to sing a song that blends into and counters the screams of the dead.
La la la la la
La la la la la la...
Perform Sing:1d20 + 12 ⇒ (16) + 12 = 28 Allies can use this roll as there save against the sonic assault. See below.
Free - end Inspire Courage; Standard cast CLW; Move - begin Countersong
Countersong:
The bard attempts to counter magic effects that depend on sound (but not spells that have verbal components.) Each round of the countersong he makes a Perform (keyboard, percussion, wind, string, or sing) skill check. Any creature within 30 feet of the bard (including the bard himself) that is affected by a sonic or language-dependent magical attack may use the bard’s Perform check result in place of its saving throw if, after the saving throw is rolled, the Perform check result proves to be higher. If a creature within range of the countersong is already under the effect of a non-instantaneous sonic or language-dependent magical attack, it gains another saving throw against the effect each round it hears the countersong, but it must use the bard’s Perform skill check result for the save. Countersong does not work on effects that don’t allow saves. Countersong relies on audible components.
Paicho calls out to his fellow Pathfinders. The steed is a resolute lion, bound to the law. It takes chaotic weapons to damage it properly; resists acid, cold, fires, and often spells. Watch out for it's pounce.
Off to fight the Earl! Paicho raises the Glyph of the Open Road Banner and begins to fly in the direction of the last know location of the villain Vernisant.
Paicho has See Invisibility up, so if she is just invisible he should be able to see her. Once he flies up.
We won't let the evil witch get away will we! Paicho urges his allies on, as he flies on Tengu wings up to the others, he keeps his eyes peeled for the Deckland woman.
IF Pachio sees Deckland:
There she is! Paicho exclaims.
He then quickly casts glitterdust.
Will try to aim it to only effect Deckland, if that's not possible let me know. DC17 Will save or blinded; regardless will be covered in glitter.
IF Pachio can't see Deckland:
She must have teleported away!
Paicho looks around for where she could have gone, ready to cast glitterdust if she reappears.
Free - maintain IC; Move to move; Standard - cast glitterdust OR ready action to cast glitterdust. If cast that will be my last 2nd lvl spell of the day. Also this will be the last round of haste; I'll plan to recast next round if needed
Paicho continues to bolster his fellow Pathfinders.
The battle is nearly won, pursue the treacherous Cheliaxan! He screams in a battle cry, as he flies toward the escaping woman, he notices Spenser's injuries and lands next to him casting Cure Moderate Wounds.
CMW:2d8 + 9 ⇒ (6, 2) + 9 = 17
Free to maintain IC, move to move, standard to cast CMW on Spenser
Paicho tries to further understand what happened as all his glitterdust falls harmless onto the senate chamber floor; and then the creature were still there!
Once again he lets his inspiring words echo around the great hall, as he flies over the escaping crowd and into the chamber behind Sir Mr. P. He then casts a spell on himself to make sure he sees any hidden foes.
Free- attempt to understand effect; Free- Lingering Performance; Move to move; Std to cast See Invisibility.
Like Proudefeets asked...was curious about Glitterdust?? Will hold off posting until know for sure. Assume Inspire Courage and Flagbearer will be maintained, at a minimum.
Letting his performance linger above the din of the panicked crowd. Paicho suddenly sprouts a pair of giant black crow wings and takes flight, moving forward toward the senate chamber.
Pointing in the direction of the Senate building exit, Paicho forcefully commands the crowd.
Flee that way in an orderly manner. If someone goes down get them up...help each other and you'll make it out alive!
Paicho casts a spell, everyone around him begins to move faster. Then as he let's his flag with the Glyph of the Open Road unfurl, he begins to inspire his fellow Pathfinders.
Boldly they strode to the great Taldan Senate Building, to thwart the heinous scheming of the evil Grand Prince, they had bravery in there hearts!
Standard - cast Haste, move - Inspire Courage
Haste: A hasted creature gains a +1 bonus on attack rolls and a +1 dodge bonus to AC and Reflex saves. Movement increased by 30 feet, to a maximum of twice the subject’s normal speed When making a full attack action, a hasted creature may make one extra attack at Full base attack bonus.
Inspire Courage: +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls, + 2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects
Flagbearer: Allies within 30 feet who can see the flag (including yourself ) gain a +1 morale bonus on attack rolls, weapon damage rolls, and saving throws against fear and charm effects.
So here's something I think we missed? @GM did we search the Cook and the Halfling? I don't think we did. Wonder if they have a cure for there poison on them?
Before everyone departs Paicho thoroughly frisks all the prisoners turn out all there pockets and searching every pouch or bag they have.
Interesting that they had them keeping an eye on the Chamberlain. Paicho comments.
Speaking of which let's make sure she gets the attention she needs. Paicho will personally escort the Chamberlain to the temple of her choice or an apothecary to get a neutralize poison potion or casting. He hands her one of the letters of credit, Your master got you into this situation, he can pay for recovery. Paicho says unapologetically.
It seems we have found a trove of evidence of this conspiracy. Let's question the halfling and then get back to the Lions with what we've found. Paicho replies.
Then finding the majordomo, Now I think you might want to get to a temple, the spell I cast will delay the effects of the poisoning but it will not cure it. You might survive on your own, but you don't want to take any chance now, do you?
Paicho moved back toward the fallen chamberlain, while renewing his performance with vigor.
We've taken what you got, Spenser Quixote could not be dropped!
The Mountain smashed another foe, just the world's worst pastry chef to go. He sings out!
Paicho lets his performance linger in the air, as he steps over to the chamberlain, while drawing his shield. He then leans in and reads his scroll casting delay poison on the chamberlain.
Lingering Performance - Inspire Courage +2/+2 is still up move to 5' step, swift to draw quickdraw shield, standard cast communal delay poison from scroll, fulltime 5 hours on the chamberlain.
Paicho takes a step to his left and pulls out a scroll, The servants are conspiratorial, part of Stavian's grand scheme, they poisoned all the sweet rolls and that's just really mean. But Pathfinders are hardy and we will save day, so if you're smart, you halfling will start to run away! Paicho begins to sing inspiring his comrades.
Inspire Courage +2 competence bonus on attack and weapon damage rolls, + 2 morale bonus on saving throws against charm and fear effects.
Move - 5' step retrieve scroll of communal delay poison; standard = Begin bardic performance (Inspire Courage)
Paicho takes a tart when offered, but does not taste it yet, too concerned about not getting a chance to find evidence. Oh, thank you very much. He tells the halfling.
He continues to try to convince the chamberlain. Yes, my good lady, there is nothing I would like to see more than the Earl's good name cleared. There is just so much at stake please let us search the study.
Oh, I understand. As I stated before for our requesting seats at the Exaltation ceremony. Now get word to the Earl of our request. And in the mean time, I assume you are ready to offer us some accommodations while we wait for a reply. And quickly the Baroness is weary from our travels. Paicho speaks with confidence assuming the Chamberlain will try to honor there requests.
Diplomacy:1d20 + 19 ⇒ (12) + 19 = 31plus all the auto aids I assume.
Paicho gives the chamberlain a bow, Of course, of course. I would have thought I would need no introduction. Squawk. But I am The Magnificent Paicho of Quain! And this of course is the Baroness Shel Whispertongue; Sir Mr. Proudfeets He gesture to the halfling. And the intense one is our beloved Mountain, Brutus Ironheart. And of course my dear friend Ghukar. And indeed... he looks around thinking there was another Pathfinder on the mission but the fellow seems to be absent.
And as to the business, well I would think that should be somewhat obvious, of course. He shoots the chamberlain a funny look, as if he knows something she doesn't.
As you probably know the Baroness has a great interest in the upcoming Senate vote, well we all do. No matter which way it goes it will be historic. Since the Earl has some pull around the occasion of vote, we thought he may be able to find us some, of out of the way, seats at the vote so we may see history as it happens. You know even at the back of the Senate chamber.
In fact, I'm already constructing an epic tome to commemorate the event! Paicho speaks in an excited tone.
So we will wait patiently here, until the Earl returns so we can request his assistance, wonderful man that he is! Perhaps you have some refreshments, the Baroness gets a little flush when she is in need of a morsel or two. Paicho looks on expectantly.
He thinks to himself, I hope the Paladins appreciate the straight forward approach. And perhaps we will find ourselves in that Senate chamber when it matters most.
Hum, with two Paladins and a Cavalier I'm not sure we can use subterfuge much. Perhaps straight forward but with out offering many details.
Ah yes, of course you will know me The Magnificent Paicho of Quain the legendary performer. I'm here with the Baroness, Shel Whispertongue. You'll know of her as well. And of course we have her retinue with us, including the valiant Sir Mr. Proudefeets. We have traveled far to attend the festivities and hope to be the guests of the Earl. We have some urgent matters to discuss with him. Paicho tries to play up the station of the Pathfinders and the urgency of their request.
No Glorymane for me -- it said it won't play nice with Gamin
My dear lady, indeed, finding more proof will aid us and you for sure, I just hope we can act in time!
Paicho understands what is at stake never the less he weighs the Lion Blade's words and manner, trying to understand if they truly have an potential ally or not.
As they wait for their audience, Pachio thinks back on his last trip here to the Library of the Lion. Have played 5-11 on this character
This is a tricky place, full of secrets, best to be prepared Paicho thinks to himself and then casts Heightened Awareness to enhance his senses.
And then those around, his fellow Pathfinders hear something unusual, a voice seems to be coming from Paicho's sheathed sword. We still in a waiting room and your casting spells, that ancient city really did mess with your bird brain. The sword says in a sort of muffled way.
Hush, it's not time for you to be voicing your opinion Gamin. Paicho fires back in a low voice.
Your not sure but you think you hear the sword go Humpf!
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As they are granted there audience, Paicho sees if he recognizes wizened Taldan matron who just joined them.
Know Local:1d20 + 14 ⇒ (7) + 14 = 21
Yes, yes, Madam, I am Paicho, you may know me as The Magnificent Paicho of Quain He says with his usual flurish. My following is most fervent here in Oppara. But that is of little consequence at present. What is, as our leader, the Baroness has so directly pointed out, is that the credible evidence that the plot is real continues to increase. I could and often will go into great and elaborate detail about what we know. But time is of the essence and so we have come to request and I would say Implore for the assistance of Lion's Blades to but an end to it.
Diplomacy:1d20 + 19 ⇒ (2) + 19 = 21
Wow a 1 and 2 for a couple of 21s -- now that is funny
My good man Muesello, when you say the Deckland women was invited here for unpleasant reasons are you saying she'll be a patsy in Stavian plans or is a co-conspirator? Paicho seeks to clarify.
Irregardless, I think it's time to pay a visit to the Lion Blades, who did you say we should speak to there?
As the group assembles in the back room of the bait and tackle shop, a pretentious and well-dressed, Chelish man enters the room. Clearing his throat, Now let me introduce to you the Worlds-Greatest-Entertainer, Magnificent Paicho of Quain!!!
A finely dressed Tengu enters the room. His feathers look freshly oiled and he hums a pleasant tune, as he performs a little dance and then bows to the assembled group.
Oh yet another clandestine meeting in a dusty back room! He pauses for dramatic effect.
As the finely dressed, Jacques Louis so kindly told you, I am the Magnificent Paicho of Quain! I'm sure you've all hear of me, especially here in Taldor. And Jacques is quite correct I am the World's Greatest Entertainer! No matter the danger or peril we face, I'll keep our spirits high and our senses sharp! No need to fear when Paicho is near!
He looks around expecting applause. When there is none, he listens in as Venture-Captain Muesello begins to describe the mission, only to be interrupted; and even though he isn't fluid in Skald, Paicho knows the sound of a northman's speech and parses out the curses.
After all is revealed about the plot Paicho listens quite for a few moments before offering. You know I've performed for the Grand Prince once! Sure he a pretentious prick, everyone knows that, but capable of an atrocity like this, unbelievable.
Paicho offers what he's learned, My ear has been around the ground as they say, or rather in several notable boudoirs, don't ask me which ones. As you know the week before the Grand Day of Exaltation is an immense celebration in Oppara. The city almost double in size with so many visitors, the lips are looser than normal. Espcially as the wine and champagne flow freely. Squawk. Paicho let's out a laugh that sounds rather odd.
He then continues, Alot of the talk is about the exaltation ceremony, which involves the grand prince elevating a commoner into the ranks of the nobility. I have it on good authority that the recipient of this year’s exaltation is a simple man from a hamlet called Breezy Creek. He is Kalbio, and his story is one of family sacrifice: his parents accrued considerable debts to educate their son and ensure he had the requisite coin to make the journey to Oppara and secure appropriate attire for the important event. Obviously, many of the nobles are not happy about this at all.
But of even more importance, I think is this historic vote of the senate is set to take place before this year’s exaltation ceremony, determining whether to end primogeniture, which mandates only a male heir can ascend the Taldan throne. Stavian’s sole heir, Princess Eutropia, has amassed strong support in the senate to overturn this law. The nation anxiously awaits the result of the vote.
So do we think Stavian is trying to eliminate the opposition to his vote? That seem likely to me. I would think perhaps we should canvas some senators and see how the vote is likely to go and who opposes Stavian, this might let us know who the targets are. Perhaps they could be warned.
Paicho looks around for agreement, but before anyone can really do that he continues as if he has more important information to relay. Oh and also you should know, Stavian has put Earl Calhadion Vernisant in charge of preparing the security for the exaltation events at the senate building. Calhadion arrived 2 months ago and has been working intently to ensure that the security for the event meets Stavian’s rigorous demands. So I think we should see what he's been up to, don't you?
And here's something very curious and strange bit of pillow talk I picked up, ore than any previous exaltation event, this year has seen a massive surge in the number of foreign dignitaries. Even envoys from former provinces, such as Cheliax, are in attendance. One particular Chelish attendee is a noblewoman from the Deckland family. She’s a renowned fencer and spellcaster as well as a devout servant of Asmodeus. Why she was admitted to the events remains a mystery. I wonder!
After quite the mouthful from the entertainer you think he would be out of things to say but turns to the Ulfen. What can you tell us of the Earl's security measures? Are the Ulfen Guard part of the security force?
