Umrallorn Ironjaw Grimstone's page

Here is Mike Brock's ruling on custom chronicle sheets.

EDIT: Also, the lower subtier items should not be crossed off.

...additionally, if you’re running the lower subtier, always cross out all of the items listed for the higher subtier.

If you run the lower subtier you cross of the higher subtier items, not vice versa.

Interrogation may be difficult with it being unconscious at the moment

My plan was to turn it over to the Society unconscious, and let them interrogate it. Have we explored everything?

Umrallorn reads the journal scraps and frowns.

"Tahonikepsu and Amenopheus must be told immediately."

"The identity of this ancient necromancer for one. Perhaps details of her research? A first hand account of life during this period of Ancient Osirion itself would be invaluable. Regardless, we should turn it over to the Society. I am confident that Paracountess Dralneen will be able to extract whatever useful information its mind contains. It can be disposed of afterward."

Umrallorn attempts to stabilize the div for later questioning.

Heal: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14
Heal: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7
Heal: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (13) + 1 = 14
Heal: 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (18) + 1 = 19

Yes, lets explore everywhere.

Knowledge (history): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (10) + 9 = 19 +3 regarding Ancient Osirion and its gods.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (12) + 12 = 24

Fingering the ancient fabric, Umrallorn casts detect magic.

"I'm not familiar with this heraldry, however the enchantment upon it allows it to function as a knight's pennon of battle."

Umrallorn commands his unseen servant, indicating the door next to it.

"Close that door and hold it closed!"

Looking back at Magni,

"I must prevent the div's escape via this egress."

He then steps into the room and closes the door behind him.

Umrallorn sees the wave of negative energy rush through the doorway, then steps from behind his cover and points at the downed cleric.

"Retrieve that holy symbol!" he commands his unseen servant.

Sigils of arcane power once again flair to life as Umrallorn summons a flaming sphere to harry the remaining cleric.

DC 17 Relfex save or take: 3d6 ⇒ (4, 6, 4) = 14 fire damage.

Tell me about the doru div's DR and SR, if it has any. I'll take a free action to pass this information along to my party.

"That creature is a doru div. Supposing it is the selfsame creature which escaped from the sealed vaults, it might possess unparalleled knowledge of Ancient Osirion. If possible, I suggest we attempt to capture it for questioning."

Umrallorn steps forward to peer around the corner and assess the situation. With a wave of his hand, Umrallorn directs his unseen servant into the room. Then, he quickly chants and waves his hands as circles of arcane runes appear about his person. With a clap he finishes his spell and a cloud of golden particles appears around the head and one of humans. The cloud disappears just as quickly as it appeared, but not before it settles about Umrallorn's enemies, clinging to them in a glittering coat.

DC 17 Will save vs. glitterdust.

Knowledge (planes) to identify the head: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (7) + 13 = 20 +1 vs. demons

Sorry, work has been a bit busy.

Umrallorn studies the magical auras of the magic items.

Spellcraft to identify the dagger: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (11) + 12 = 23
Spellcraft to identify the morning star: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (20) + 12 = 32

"This morning star bears an enchantment to make it more effective in combat. I suggest that one of our melee combatants wield it if we are confronted by a div, as its material construction should bypass the damage reduction of the most common divs with which we are most likely to contend."

Before opening the door, Umrallorn taps himself with his wand of mage armor, replaces it in its sheath, and readies his wand of magic missile. He then conjures an unseen servant.

Once Umrallorn's companions signal that they are ready, he will cast knock.

[dice=knock]1d20+14[/dice]

As proven earlier, we don't have anybody that can open locks, and I haven't had a chance to prepare new spells so I don't have any knock spells prepared.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (16) + 12 = 28

"A ritual which combines both necromantic and divinatory components. Most interesting."

Umrallorn examines the door for traps.

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (16) + 11 = 27 +2 more for unusual stonework

"This portal is locked. We could examine the perimeter for alternative entrances. Or, as inelegant a solution as it is, apply a brute force approach to opening this entry."

He looks at his companions to see which approach they favor.

"I see no need to indebt ourselves to you or your master in return for information we already possess. Please convey my regrets to your master."

To be clear, I'm voting no.

Umrallorn replaces his spectacles.

"Your offer is certainly most convenient, however I question the necessity of accepting."

He gestures to the desk upon which Obahar crouches.

"We have yet to see what our colleague here discovered. Perhaps he has already discovered what you offer? A debt owed will one day be a debt paid, and I would hesitate to commit myself to such a bargain when the answers we seek might be but a few feet away."

If I have them at the end, I'll use my faction pin and might reroll.

[dice=Craft (alchemy) w/crafter's fortune]1d20+16[/dice]

Umrallorn cleans his spectacles as he awaits the half-orc's reply.

Umallorn takes off his spectacles and cleans them as he responds to Xavier's quip.

"How droll. It is no surprise that I could not decipher the spell, such lustful magic is beneath me. Of course a true student of magic need not rely on such crutches as an apprentice might employ to apprehend the worthwhile and discard the dross."

DC 20 + spell level Spellcraft to decipher the first spell: 1d20 + 12 - 5 ⇒ (4) + 12 - 5 = 11
DC 20 + spell level Spellcraft to decipher the second spell: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (19) + 12 = 31
DC 20 + spell level Spellcraft to decipher the third spell: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (14) + 12 = 26

"This first formula is absolute rubbish. However the other two are necromancy spells. Spectral hand and pain strike to be precise."

...

Umrallorn inclines his head toward the priest.

"We understand that there is a woman ranting in Ancient Osiriani. We believe it to be related to a doru div which was released from an ancient ruin here in Merab not too long ago. May we interview her?"

Knowledge (arcana): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (8) + 11 = 19

"I believe you. From what I have seen of your shop such an undertaking would be far beyond the scope of your abilities. Perhaps you were given detailed instructions to follow?"

"We are Pathfinder agents, investigating the activities of a doru div who was recently released from an ancient ruin here in Merab."

"Reonfre, do your temple records indicate where the Seven Crypts once stood?"

...

"I suggest that we visit the alchemist."

Umrallorn seems nonplussed by the priest's knowledge.

He looks to Zartina and gestures toward Manetho, indicating that she should take the lead in interrogating the boy.

"We suspect it to be a doru div."

Umrallorn looks expectantly at the priestess, waiting for a sign of comprehension.

Take 10 Knowledge (arcana): 10 + 11 = 21

Umrallorn puzzles over the stones.

"These stones were the focus for some sort of magical effect."

He fondles one of the onyx stones.

"Onyx is closely associated with the creation of undead, so it comes as no surprise that these were the focus of necromantic magic. It seems to have failed, perhaps because the stones were of insufficient quality, perhaps because the caster bungled the operation."

Some time later...

Umrallorn addresses Renofre.

"Fortunately, no. We are members of the Pathfinder Society."

Umrallorn indicates his Wayfinder.

"An ancient site was recently unearthed here in Merab, from which a fiend escaped. Our investigation found mention of a 'spiral of death', a place called the Dungeons of the Ever Dying, and vision of a woman of Ancient Osirion who sought to remove her fate from the hands of the Lady of Graves. Is it within your knowledge to elucidate any of these facts?"

We take the chest which we could not open. I plan to prepare knock when I get a chance to prepare new spells.

"If by 'fiend' you mean an [evil] outsider, then no. There were several skeletal champions and malfunctioning caryatid columns however."

Umrallorn goes on to describe in detail what they found.

"Have you heard of a place called the Dungeons of the Ever Dying? It does not sound familiar to me."

Umrallorn will carefully examine the box for traps.

Take 20 Perception: 20 + 11 = 31

Assuming he finds none, he'll open the box. If we were playing FtF I'd wait for one of the melee types to do it, but I want to move us along.

Umrallorn nods at Tal as he approaches with his wand. He proffers his own wand.

"I have my own healing wand, and though I lack a divine connection I should be happy for you to employ it on my behalf."

Moving on to the next chamber Urmallorn also investigates.

Knowledge (religion): 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (9) + 13 = 22 (+3 regarding ancient Osirion and its gods)
Knowledge (history): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (10) + 9 = 19 (+3 regarding ancient Osirion and its gods)

Umrallorn shakes his head regretfully as he picks through the shattered remnants of these archaeological treasures.

"These artifacts date from the reign of the Pharaoh of Forgotten plagues, roughly three thousand years before Aroden raised the Isle of Kortos from the Inner Sea. They are more than seven thousand years old. Whoever did this is truly a monster."

He begins cataloging the condition, placement, and provenance of the various items in the room. Without looking up from his inkpen and notebook Umrallorn says,

"Perhaps one of you could scan for magical auras while I am about this?"

Umrallorn taps his lips with the non-nibbed end of his inkpen and mutters to himself.

"Perhaps, if all of the components are present, a mending spell might salvage this travesty..."

Umrallorn carefully aims his wand at the remaining caryatid column.

Sorry, was a bit busy over the weekend.

DC 21 Concentration check: 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (1) + 10 = 11

Umrallorn's magic is disrupted as he is forced to defend himself from the caryatid column's attack. He withdrawals, retrieving his wand of magic missile as he does so.

"I am unaccustomed to being exposed to such direct physical danger."

BTW Talhaearn and Magni, Mannak is going to be enlarged so you need to leave him some room.

BTW I have the research specialist boon on this character. Would you all mind posting a list of the scenarios you have played with your character? Umrallorn needs to ask another character for a story from a scenario he hasn't played.

Thanks!

"Normally they are immune to magic, however the damage which they have sustained seems to have suppressed that ability. Unfortunately they are resistant to all physical damage to a minor extent with no means of which I am aware to bypass. All that remains is to enhance your physique, Mannak. Please stand still, this should not hurt."

Umrallorn begins gesticulating and chanting as rune-inscribed circles begin glowing and rotating in the air a few inches in front of his hands.

Begin casting enlarge person

Knowledge (arcana): 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (15) + 11 = 26
Questions: SR, DR, immunities

"These are constructs known as caryatid columns. In a moment I will relate to you what I recall of their resistance to magic, physical damage, and anything to which they may be immune."

Right now I am still Undead bloodline. When I complete my fighting off corruption boon I will be able to change into Ghoul bloodline, in core. I got authorization from John himself.

Was this in a PM, e-mail, or public post? Can you post it or forward it to me? I have one of those boons and might like to make my own.

Umrallorn flicks his hand and sends the flaming spherebouncing after the skeletal champion.

DC 17 Reflex save or take fire damage: 3d6 ⇒ (1, 4, 6) = 11

Then he concentrates for a moment and a telekinetic force lashes out at the skeletal champion.

TK fist: 1d20 + 3 - 4 ⇒ (17) + 3 - 4 = 16 for bludgeoning damage: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

Umrallorn moves into the room for a better view of the remaining skeletal champion, and waves his hand to direct his flaming sphere.

DC 17 Reflex save or take fire damage: 3d6 ⇒ (3, 5, 4) = 12.

Umrallorn frowns as the skeletal champion dodges his flaming sphere, then waves his hands, directing it to roll over the red skeletal champion once again.

DC 17 Reflex save or take fire damage: 3d6 ⇒ (4, 5, 1) = 10

He then leans around the corner and directs a telekinetic fist against the same skeletal champion, since his companions have conveniently left him a clear shot at it.

telekinetic fist ranged touch attack w/inspire courage: 1d20 + 2 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 2 + 1 = 5bludgeoning damage damage: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

Knowledge (religion) to identify the creatures: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (5) + 13 = 18

Energy resistances, energy immunities

Umrallorn quickly withdraws to the other chamber.

"These creatures are skeletal champions, though I am curious as to the manner of their animation. I have never observed such an assembly. Regardless, as Zartina mentioned I recommend the employment of bludgeoning weapons if at all possible."

Circles of arcane sigils whirl about Umrallorn as he gestures and chants. A ball of fire appears near one of the skeletal champions.

"However while they are immune to cold, I do not believe they have any resistance to fire."

Red skeletal champion needs to make a DC 17 Reflex save or take fire damage: 3d6 ⇒ (6, 3, 1) = 10

I'm just curious, I assume that only some of use can act because you are declaring a surprise round?

[dice=Perception check]1d20+10

Before leaving Magni examines the chest searching for traps:"Aren't we going to try opening this?" the dwarf says, puzzled by everyone ignoring the chest.

"Magni, in the absence of the key, I do not possess the skills to open this device. No other of our number can, then I suggest we transport it, carefully, from this place once we have completed our survey. When I refresh my spells tomorrow I will prepare one which will."

DC 18 Linguistics: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 19

Umrallorn nods sagely, concurring with Tal's conclusions regarding the approximate age of the writings.

DC 22 Knowledge (planes): 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (17) + 13 = 30 +1 if it is about demons

Thinking back to the message the party received when entering this complex, Umrallorn mutters, "There are several outsiders obsessed with secrets, such as nalfeshnee and doru. Given the construction team’s observations, it is far more likely that the telepathic voice refered to a doru div."

Umrallorn studies the chest.

"I unfortunately have no means at my disposal currently to open this chest. Though I should be able to prepare magics which will open it after a sufficient period of rest. In the meantime, I suggest removing the chest to a safe location. After we have finished our explorations of the site, of course."

DC 18 Knowledge (religion): 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (8) + 13 = 21 +3 regarding ancient Osirion and its gods

"Most intriguing," Umrallorn mutters as he also examines the bones. He carefully packs a few away for further study.

Using detect magic Umrallorn studies the room, and proceeds to thoroughly search for hidden compartments and secret doors.

Take 20 Perception for 31, or 33 if it is unusual stonework.

I'm here. I was at a convention over the weekend.

Umrallorn looks at the woman.

"What was your name? It may be important to reference in the future. It spoke in your mind, you say?"

He strokes his beard.

"Hmmmm. Telepathic. When you spied the creature, did you notice any unusual smells? Did it make any actual noises, or did it only communicate via telepathy?"

Let me know if I can attempt a Knowledge check to possibly identify the creature based on this description.

"Greetings, I am Umrallorn Ironjaw Grimstone. If you must address me quickly, I ask that you do not use a diminutive. In the absence of any of my clanmates, a simple 'Grimstone' will suffice."

He steeples his fingers.

"I am quite familiar with the background of the area."

He relates the information in the spoiler tags.

"Xavier, an excellent suggestion. Beyond the common language of Avistan, I of course speak my native dwarven, and am conversant in the common tongues of Tian Xia as well as the Darklands. I have made an extensive study of ancient human languages, including those of the Azlanti, ancient Thassilon, and ancient Osirion. I am also able to converse with dragons and natives of the elemental planes of Earth and Water."

Spying the woman's gesture and instantly recognizing it, +13 for Knowledge (religion), Umrallorn comments,

"You are right to be wary. Some sort of evil seems to be loose in Merab. However I do not think that your gesture caries any power beyond that of a common person attempting to allay their fears through superstition."

Knowledge (Local): 1d20 + 10 ⇒ (16) + 10 = 26
Knowledge (History): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (15) + 9 = 24 +3 if it regards ancient Osirion

I've also run and played this in standard. I'll get to the survey as soon as I can.

Just FYI I was running a convention this weekend. I'll get started posting as soon as I can.

And here I was hoping that I'd be on another adventure with Wulbknavel :P

I need to spend some gold and then I'll be able to get forms and everything filled out, GM!

Sorry, got to get those Scarab Sage missions in!

@Umrallorn: I was just wondering how could you be CORE and also be a Thassilonian specialist. Sorry if the question seems silly or obnoxious.

Not at all! :) There is a scenario you can play that gives all of your characters access to the Thassilonian specialist archetype, and I've played that scenario in core.

First newbie question:

How do I change the tagline with character info under my name?

Edit your character's profile.

This is how I enter the information:

(Field Name=Full Name) Umrallorn Ironjaw Grimstone

(Field Name=Race) | HP: 34/34 | AC: 10 (10 Tch, 10 FF) | CMB: +1, CMD: 11 ooc tag (+4 vs. bull rush/trip) end ooc tag | F: +5, R: +4, W: +6 ooc tag (+2 vs. poison/spells/SLAs, +2 vs. death effects) end ooctag | Init: +0 |

(Field Name=Classes/Levels) Perc: +11 ooc tag (+2 stonecunning) end ooc tag | SM: +3 | TK Fist 8/8 | spoiler tag=Current Conditions]none end spoiler tag spoiler tag=Active Spells]none end spoiler tag

(Field Name=Gender) N Male Dwarf Wizard (Thassilonian Specialist [Greed]) 4

Isn't this a CORE game?

I have access to all non-core items on this character in the core campaign. If you need details please let me know and I'll provide them.