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Escape Artist: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (12) + 6 = 18

Following after Andor, Veres tries her best to squeeze past tight structures as the group frantically runs through the ruins.

Veres has Timely Inspiration if someone needs it. It only offers a +1 competence on the roll, but if it might save someone on a skill check, then use it. Only one per round.

Know Arcana: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28
Know Arcana: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (12) + 8 = 20

Veres shares what information she discovers.

Better post later on. Few fires to put out(figuratively only) before I can realy post.

"They certainly acted evil. If they were merely protecting their territory they would have let us go in peace but instead they elected to kill us all. I think the world would be safer if they didn't wake up."

Despite her personal feelings, Veres doesn't kill the boggards without the groups consent.

She then detects magic and identifies the items Graxzos found.

Spellcraft: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 7 = 26
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (19) + 7 = 26
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22
Spellcraft: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (9) + 7 = 16

Veres ends her song once again, letting the tune linger, then moves over and shoots at the last boggard standing.

Shortbow!: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (4) + 8 = 12
magic piercing damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4

Just as the effects of her last stirring song fade, Veres starts singing again, this time singing a thrilling tale of heroes gathering to hunt for a terrible beast that threatens a village.

Lingering performance ends, inspire courage started again.

Veres snaps off a quick shot before rolling out of the way so others can move in if they choose.

Shortbow: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (18) + 9 = 27
magic, piercing dmg: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
Round two of lingering performance.

Veres stops her song but the tune still lingers in the hearts of her team as she takes a shot at the red, and seemingly more injured, boggard.

"Focus on taking one down at a time! These fiends are strong!"

Shortbow!: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (20) + 8 = 28
magic piercing damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7
Confirm?: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (18) + 8 = 26
Crit Bonus damage: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (1, 2) + 6 = 9

I like the group as is myself. Lets roll with 5 unless the GM is worried we might NEED a 6th player. ;)

Will Save Part Deux!: 1d20 + 4 + 4 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 4 + 4 + 1 = 26 HaHA! Now watch my next roll tank, lol.

Veres shakes off the effect of fear thanks to Ushi's intervention only to be assaulted once again by the other boggard's terrible croak. Thankfully this time she is more prepared and she grimly presses on, her song taking a darker turn.

She squeezes back in and lets off a shot at the red boggard.

short bow+ic+pbs: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (17) + 6 + 1 + 1 = 25
magic piercing damage: 1d6 + 3 ⇒ (5) + 3 = 8

Yes, thank you for the remove fear!

Will Save: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8 +any specific bonuses in my stat line. (EDIT:Looks like a failed save at almost any bonus Veres has.)

As the boggards turn violent, Veres' draws her bow and backs out of the room, squeezing through the tight crack. As she moves her voice bursts forth from her lips, "Stand strong friends, we have the right in this." and then she begins her song of inspiration and righteousness.

Inspiring Courage, +1 competence bonus to Hit and Damage and +1 morale bonus to saves vs charm and fear.

I wasn't getting updates for this thread for some reason, but suddenly today I had dozens! I should have checked in anyway, so please accept my apologies.

Having been quiet up till now, Veres finally chimes in addressing the boggards.

"Your Great Mother is right to punish thieves. We believe in that as well. The true thieves are a tribe called the Aspis Consortium, and we are hunting for them. This man could help us punish them. Perhaps we could work together to hunt them and prevent them from stealing any of your Great Mother's treasures. Would that be something you are interested in?"

diplomacy: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (13) + 11 = 24

If I missed something in the large amount of posts, and this has been done already, ignore me, and Veres instead gets ready to fight along side her team with a song on her lips for just such an occasion as fighting frogmen in their home.

"I agree Kel. I would expect if the Aspis are doing much work, they would require ships to get here just like we did." then after further thought she adds, "That or they would be moving heavily back and forth across land leaving many tracks. We should keep an eye out for other ships, small landing boats, or tracks, much like Kara there is doing." Veres says with confidence.

Perception(sadly no tracking here): 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (19) + 8 = 27

Fort: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (10) + 3 = 13 Also unable to offer any help.

Know History: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (11) + 8 = 19

"From stories and songs I have heard on the subject, all of Boalisi culture, including the ruined city of Boali, either vanished or was destroyed 2,000 years ago due to an unknown catastrophe. The fact that it has been found is fantastic!" Veres says with genuine excitement.

Graciously taking the young dwarven woman's hand, Veres dips her head and smiles pleasantly.

"I am afraid, much like the rest of this group, I have only heard tales of your uncles exploits and never met him personally. From what I have heard though, seek him out in Absalom at the lodge there. He is said to frequent it, looking to join others on the many missions offered there."

She turns to the other new arrivals, and greets each in their own way, bowing, shaking hands, or merely nodding if the case may be.

"It is a pleasure, truly, to meet all of you." she starts with a velvety voice. "While I usually sing for my supper, as the saying goes, I will offer what combat assistance is necessary, preferring to use my bow over joining melee if I can help it."

Looking to Ushi specifically, her eyes take on a new intensity, not all together unpleasant. She looks for any identifying sigils or holy symbols that might suggest a divine patron. Finding none, she sudden realizes something and launches into an excited rush of words.

"A prophet? How wonderful! You must tell me of your divine insights and how they take form. From your dress and manners I would say you are a follower of the Prophecies of Kalistrade? I myself am studying the way of Sarenrae's paladins, and hope one day to join their ranks, scourging evil from the lands. Alas, I still have much to learn still before that happens."

A beautiful half-elf woman with long, dark red hair and deep brown eyes catches everyone's attention as she walks into the room. She is tall, slender, and graceful in her movements.

Her armor, dyed blue and with gold trim, seems almost new, without the slightest crease as if meticulously maintained. She wears a cestus on one hand and a shortbow and quiver upon her back. Doves are etched on many of her items as well as an angelic ankh, the holy symbol of Sarenrae, proudly displayed upon her chest.

With a warm smile and an angelic voice, she addresses the other pathfinders in attendance.

"Well met friends. It is my deep honor to serve the Society and join you for this mission. My name is Veres Sol and I offer my bardic magic by way of song to inspire us in times of need."

Looking to Enora, her smile never wavering, she says, "Rahadoum! How interesting! I am sure we will be fast friends. I too seek to uncover secrets, as I suppose all pathfinders do to an extent, but I have a fairly broad approach to such things and all my findings are rather diverse."

Player Name: Greymore
Character: Veres Sol
PFS#: 133512-15
Faction: Silver Crusade
Character level (for subtier determination): 4
Normal or Slow track: Normal
Day Job: Perform(sing): 1d20 + 14 ⇒ (10) + 14 = 24

Veres is a level 4 bard(as her stat line says). If the group would rather have a different character I can bring my 3rd lvl Spiritualist/oracle(melee character with spells and good social skills) instead. Whatever the group prefers.

I will be providing re-rolls on failed attacks and skill checks or saves as needed via Timely Inspiration and Saving Finale, but I will ask each of you to call it out when you are using one. I only have 4 to spare if I don't use any other 1st level spells. They are immediate actions, so only choose one per round.

Also, just as a side note, my bardic performance, Song of the Fiery Gaze, allows the group to see through any smoke, fog, or other similar effect.

Other than what's listed above, she has lingering performance which allows her to start her song on one round, and then stop it for free the next round but the effects linger for two more rounds, effectively stretching her rounds per day of bardic performance significantly.

Even though it rarely comes up, she has the storm hunter trait that reduces the penalties for shooting a bow in windy weather by one category.

A beautiful half-elf woman with long, dark red hair and deep brown eyes catches everyone's attention as she walks into the room. She is tall, slender, and graceful in her movements.

Her armor, dyed blue and with gold trim, seems almost new, without the slightest crease as if meticulously maintained. She wears a cestus on one hand and a shortbow and quiver upon her back. Doves are etched on many of her items as well as an angelic ankh, the holy symbol of Sarenrae, proudly displayed upon her chest.

With a warm smile and an angelic voice, she addresses Hullric.

"Well met sir. It is my deep honor to serve the Society and join you for this mission. My name is Veres Sol and I offer my bardic magic by way of song."

She offers a deep bow before moving to partake of the refreshments. After gathering some sweets and meats on a plate, she also pours herself a cup of tea and then joins Hullric in sitting in the wooden chairs.

"So my friend..." she purrs with dulcet tones, "...tell me all about yourself while we wait for the others to arrive. I am eager to learn all I can."

Veres here. Pleasure to be here and looking forward to Aug 13th! Sordid tales are my happy place.

Nice to meet you Hullric!

I will be providing re-rolls on failed attacks and skill checks or saves as needed via Timely Inspiration and Saving Finale, but I will ask each of you to call it out when you are using one. I only have 4 to spare if I don't use any other 1st level spells. They are immediate actions, so only choose one per round.

Also, just as a side note, my bardic performance, Song of the Fiery Gaze, allows the group to see through any smoke, fog, or other similar effect.

Fine by me. I will try and hit a few table top sessions for Veres till then to get her to 4th, and maybe even a bit into it. That will get her second level spells and another 1st level spell.

@Garduk => Thank you! Glad to be a part of it! I look forward to the next game with this group.

@Chaosorbit => The chronicle is just fine. Thanks again for running, and I'll see you for the special!

Thank you very much! It was a real challenge, and then some. Great job you guys. Glad you were so on the ball.

Veres lets out a sigh of relief (as does her player) once the silvery goo seems secured in the crate.

"I hope Nigel realizes his folly with this exhibit. It is simply staggering to think that he was going to put that thing on display for the general populace. The city must not allow him to keep this place open after yet another situation here."

Veres takes out a handful of arrows, each marked with a lighting symbol on the shaft. She takes one herself and then holds the rest out for the group, and with a coordinated attack, they jam the arrows into the device and quickly let go.

electrical damage if necessary: 1d6 ⇒ 4 Not sure if I should add the +1 or not, so I elected not to.

We have 5 +1 shock arrows in total. if Veres sees a "best place"
to jam the arrows, she will try there.

An idea suddenly hits Veres like a ray of sunlight through a cloudy sky.

Maybe it needs power, like magic, to function? Maybe that techno gun thing has a source I could use.

know engineering?: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24

Looking at both the crate and the gun, Veres frantically tries to figure out how she might get it to work.

"I am not sure if this will work, but I think maybe this thing requires power and this gun could be a source for it! Anyone able to help me?"

Anyone with disable device? I think we went over this already and that was a no. This may be a terrible waste of time, and if so I apologize. It's all I can think of at the moment. That or jam a shocking arrow into the crate and sort of jump start it. Also, if anyone has a way to effect a swarm with electricity, we might be able to hurt it, because I think it will have a similar vulnerability to that like many of the other techno creatures have encountered. I would use the arrows or the gun if I thought it would effect the swarm, but that's the trouble with swarms made up of really small things. They are immune to weapons that don't do area effect damage.

Since the crate is open, Veres heals Kulga again, and stands firm, ready to close the crate if Kulga somehow can't.

CLW wand: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

Brayne's heal of 5, Veres' heal of 5 and then the two previous heals( 7 and 4) heals Kulga 21 points, bringing her back to full. If I am confused, since it seems my actions are on a previous round, please forgive me.

If I have a second round to prep I can heal Kulga again. First time she got 4hp back... Round 1 open the crate, heal Kulga(Move and Standard), then Heal again, moving if necessary.

"And feel the heal once more!"

CLW Wand: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (6) + 1 = 7

Yep

As she runs along with Brayne, guiding the unconscious form of Pendleton, Veres calls to the team, "I've got my wand ready to heal Kulga. I don't know how many uses I will have before the goo is upon us. If Brayne can carry Pendleton by himself for a few seconds I can try to open the box so Garduk can focus on summoning the animal while the rest of you run past it."

CLW wand: 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (3) + 1 = 4

Of course Brayne can heal the group also, and he is stronger than I am and can likely carry Pendleton past so if he heals Kulga that is fine. I am just worried that she has less HP than the rest of us currently and needs healing.

I hope this works!

Summon bait... great plan. I understand the moral implications, and I and my character probably would hate it, but it’s a great idea from a neutral standpoint

She could toss us a rope, then one of us could grease her feet and we could see how well a dwarf can ski?

<ducks thrown weapon>

Of course I’m kidding...unless I’m not. ;)

AoE attacks vs a swarm is usually good, but no idea if that would work vs this thing. Not sure if we did a knowledge check on the swarm once we got a look at it or not. I know we tried with the remnants of the goo down below and didn't get much if anything. Depending on the type(size of the individual parts it is made up of) of swarm, it might not be susceptible to the slam attacks of the elemental.

knowledge(appropriate),just in case: 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (3) + 7 = 10

"Kulga! Can you get to us?" Veres says as the group runs down the stairs and across the halls.

Double move this round, and if we can get enough distance from the swarm, which might go after the elemental now, I will heal Kulga with my wand as a standard action and continue to move, repeating that for a few rounds unless the swarm is close by.

Veres rushes down the stairs as fast as she can with the help of her friends to carry the wounded, but now stable, Pendleton.

Not sure how far we can go, what with this being like a three legged race, so I just moved us to the next map at the bottom of the stairs.

Fort DC13: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20 YES!

"RUN! Back to the hazard crate on the lower floor! We need to bring Pendleton too! We need it to follow us, just not catch us."

Veres then reaches over to try and pick up the unconscious Pendleton. Once she picks him up, part dragging, part carrying, she flees from the room, trying to avoid the stinging silver swarm.

I imagine I will be encumbered with a heavy load if I do this alone. Since he is unconscious he won't resist at least. Can I grab him and start and then a stronger person come along to help? Move me as far as you think she can get with all the effort needed.

Quick Edit - almost forgot!

Before they depart they add. Oh did Nigel tell you about the secret cache of emergency supplies in the statue of Aroden?

You go and check and although it very hard to find, you eventually do. Within are a healer’s kit, three doses of bloodblock, two doses of antitoxin, two doses of antiplague, a potion of cure moderate wounds, and a wand of remove disease (14 charges)

These maybe handy too. I also re-read when the men were talking about the hazard crate from Numeria being opened and the silver goo getting free. If it isn't broken, and just open, we might be able to "put the genie back in the bottle" so to speak. We would need to run away, luring it after us. Then maybe use the wand of remove disease to make sure any remnants of it are cleansed from the boy, and possibly us.

I am going to be very embarrassed here, but I completely forgot about those. I will bet I took them...let me just look in my pack... yep... I have shock arrows sitting right there.

I will be moving away in shame... I mean moving away to get some distance and shooting on my next turn. We also have a gun.

Veres attacks, once again hoping to find some special purchase inside the gearsman's frame.

rapier+bless+IC: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21
piercing dmg: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Sadly, the strike just can't penetrate the tough metal hide.

Veres moves in to close with the gearsman, drawing her rapier as she does.

"Maybe I can find a chink in it's metal hide and break a gear or two!" she cries out.

Rapier: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22
piercing dmg: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3
Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19
bonus dmg: 1d6 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

I figured I would need a crit to be able to do enough damage to even mark the thing, so I switched to the rapier, but it doesn't look like I managed it this round. I also wanted to get into melee in case Lenny went down so I could still offer a flank for Kulga.

Veres warns, ”Be careful of the boy! That thing took him over in just moments from all accounts!”

With her strong voice filled with promise and hope, Veres begins another uplifting song. She inches closer to the battle, some strategy in mind for the coming moments.

Any actions in round 2 that have already been posted should have +1 to hit and damage added in from Inspire Courage.

No pre-combat buffs from Veres, as she wouldn't start a song until she knows there is a threat. I'll wait till it's her turn in initiative to post an action.

Veres quickly drops her knocked arrow and starts another inspiring song, all while flexing her wrist to release her wand of cure light wounds to her now waiting hand.

She moves closer to Brayne and the others, ready to activate the wand's healing magic as soon as she can.

Veres nods to Garduk, then follows behind him, her bow still out and ready. She listens intently for sounds of movement.

perception: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (12) + 4 = 16

"Your spear Brayne! It's causing it to heal faster than you can hurt it with each strike!" Veres calls out to Brayne.

I don't know if it's actually healing more than it's taking, but it's sure good at hanging on. You could use your spear to do blunt damage instead, treating it as an improvised weapon with a -4 to hit.

Veres lines up another shot, desperate to help her friend Brayne, the last notes of her song fading from her mind as she lets the shaft fly.
Didn't start the song up again this round as it would take an action and I couldn't see doing that when we are so close to saving Brayne. I opted for the attack instead.

Bow Shot+PBS+bless-4 melee: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (4) + 6 + 1 + 1 - 4 = 8
blunt arrow dmg: 1d6 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 = 5

This weekend I am traveling and I expect to be pretty busy. It's a last minute trip about buying a new house. I will be able to post, but infrequently until the evenings.

Veres steps back, her song's lingering effect almost over, and shoots at the remaining hungry flesh.

"Wither and die you quivering mass of flesh!"

Bow Shot+PBS+IC+bless-4 melee: 1d20 + 6 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 4 ⇒ (10) + 6 + 1 + 1 + 1 - 4 = 15
blunt damage: 1d6 + 1 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 1 + 1 = 6