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Icefian Campaign => Reluctant Heroes => Topic started by: whitesword on September 21, 2012, 09:59:39 AM
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As we have a two week break again lots can be accomplished here. I will post the items shortly. Your return to Phiam is unremarkable.
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Asinjin says to the others, "I am going to rest now, and for the next two days. I will be staying here for that time."
I will use my glasses to Identify the first wand that day, and one of the other wands each of the following days.
I spend the time to change out my last 8th level spell (PWS) for a Mind Blank, and then cast that on myself. I also change out some of my attack spells for defensive spells for that day as well.
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I contact my family through the sending stone to let them know we're all OK and I ask Emelda to let Midan know that we've retrieved Leon and Battle. I also ask her to find out if Aezir is still available. If he is, I ask for his assistance in freeing Leon of the psionic ooze. I also let Aezir and Midan know of the exact GPS location of where we met and defeated Marius' forces and inform them of the people that were left behind. Clerics are needed to revive the dead.
I will survey all goodies that were collected after the battle. All the magical equipment that was by the dragon's feet is now in my bag of holding. Anything radiating evil, I have Ajax help me destroy or donate for research.
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Parker contacts the city council to organize a workforce to excavate the site of the cave-in. He will use some of the platinum retrieved from the cave to hire workers and purchase equipment. The company will be called "Berko Landscaping".
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Parker will offer to personally run the dig site.
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Having some experience in the stone trade, Asinjin offers to talk to those that he has come in contact with and discuss prices and what type of stone might be out there. I will do that after I rest.
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Rubius will gladly assist Parker and Asinjin with the excavation project if they would like his help.
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Parker contacts the city council to organize a workforce to excavate the site of the cave-in. He will use some of the platinum retrieved from the cave to hire workers and purchase equipment. The company will be called "Berko Landscaping".
Your idea is met with blank and or questioning looks. The location is close to a 1000 miles from Phiam and there are no men in the city.
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What is the closest city to the site?
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Then Parker will then just register the business legally and get people from the cities nearer to the Site.
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What is the closest city to the site?
Degalas is the closest city, about 150 miles Northeast of the cavern.
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What information can we find out about how dangerous it is there, only in regards to the war, not wilderness monsters.
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What information can we find out about how dangerous it is there, only in regards to the war, not wilderness monsters.
It is far, over 100 miles, behind the lines.
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You recovered a total of 20 items: 3 wands, the 8 items from the pile immediately in front of the linnorm and 9 other items, plus Battle. You also have the armband from the Nycaloth.
After laying all the items out they are as follows: (from the pile of 8) a long sword, a breast plate, a pair of riding boots, two rings, a belt and a rod. (From the rest of the room) a ring, a staff, a war hammer, a battle axe, a set of bracers, a long bow, a cloak, a belt and a horn.
Ari recognizes the sword and breastplate as Sir Lucas'.
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I look for a Wizard's Mark on any of the items. Or any holy marks on any of them.
Does Ari get an evil feeling from any?
Is the staff a weapon staff or a spell staff...or both?
That first night, I use my glasses to identify a wand.
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I look for a Wizard's Mark on any of the items. Or any holy marks on any of them.
Does Ari get an evil feeling from any?
Is the staff a weapon staff or a spell staff...or both?
That first night, I use my glasses to identify a wand.
No distinctive marks, no evil. The staff is solid and could be either or both.
The first wand you identify is a wand of Knock, 14 charges remain.
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Do we have a certain about of time to do things?
I won't bother described my activities of two or three days if I am going to get cut off after one.
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Do we have a certain about of time to do things?
I won't bother described my activities of two or three days if I am going to get cut off after one.
Unless you are asking Russel you have no idea.
Ajax would like to retrieve Brightsoul and the Kingmaker and be on his way. Robyn politely suggests he take a bath, which he does, and Jarius gets him a set of Sundjata's extra (winter) clothes.
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If Ajax spends the night, I will take some of my resting time to talk to him about his travels.
I would not ask Russell if his life depended on it.
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If Ajax spends the night, I will take some of my resting time to talk to him about his travels.
I would not ask Russell if his life depended on it.
Who takes Ajax to retrieve Brightsoul and the sword?
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Asinjin will, against his better judgement.
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Asinjin will, against his better judgement.
Feel free to ask questions as you walk it ride. Others may join you if they post as well. (ooc Does Asinjin know where the sword is?)
For all: you can: deal with Leon and Battle, figure out how to identify the items and discuss what you want to do next.
28 days until the selection of the King.
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I contact my family through the sending stone to let them know we're all OK and I ask Emelda to let Midan know that we've retrieved Leon and Battle. I also ask her to find out if Aezir is still available. If he is, I ask for his assistance in freeing Leon of the psionic ooze. I also let Aezir and Midan know of the exact GPS location of where we met and defeated Marius' forces and inform them of the people that were left behind. Clerics are needed to revive the dead.
I will survey all goodies that were collected after the battle. All the magical equipment that was by the dragon's feet is now in my bag of holding. Anything radiating evil, I have Ajax help me destroy or donate for research.
Still waiting on a response for these actions. More to come once Rubius has some direction.
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Still waiting on a response for these actions. More to come once Rubius has some direction.
Maglore offered to take Leon back to the Temple but you chose to take him back to Phiam. Aezir will not be back for some months. They know the location as that is where you met them and left from.
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You recovered a total of 20 items: 3 wands, the 8 items from the pile immediately in front of the linnorm and 9 other items, plus Battle. You also have the armband from the Nycaloth.
After laying all the items out they are as follows: (from the pile of 8) a long sword, a breast plate, a pair of riding boots, two rings, a belt and a rod. (From the rest of the room) a ring, a staff, a war hammer, a battle axe, a set of bracers, a long bow, a cloak, a belt and a horn.
Ari recognizes the sword and breastplate as Sir Lucas'.
I take Lucas' items and set them aside. "These will be returned to Master Lucas."
And I will ask Maglore to take the yugoloth's items with him for disposal.
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Are there people available to identify everything we found? If so, how long will it take and how much will it cost to identify each item?
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I take Lucas' items and set them aside. "These will be returned to Master Lucas."
And I will ask Maglore to take the yugoloth's items with him for disposal.
He will see to their disposal.
Sir Lucas' items are crusted with dried blood.
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Are there people available to identify everything we found? If so, how long will it take and how much will it cost to identify each item?
I believe Asinjin can identify one or two items a day.
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These items all belong to those people that dies in those cells. We should make every effort to determine who they were and return their possessions to their families.
Asinjin, can you determine through your divinations if a person is alive or not?
We should contact the Elizabeth Toppin and inform here about her brother(?). John was the commander of the Royal Guard, we should speak with the next in command. Anyone know who that might be?
Also, we need to contact King Westrom and inform him of our return.
I visit Padra and ask if she can restore the levels drained by the linnorm. I linger in her company as long as I can.
To Ajax: "I will be heading to Messada in the morning to visit my High Temple there. Astrek is in need of care that cannot be provided here. I will be travelling magically, you and Brightsoul are welcome to accompany me. I assume that is where you are headed."
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Who takes Ajax to retrieve Brightsoul and the sword?
Ari.
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I believe Asinjin can identify one or two items a day.
One per day for free, any more each day costs 100.
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These items all belong to those people that dies in those cells. We should make every effort to determine who they were and return their possessions to their families.
Asinjin, can you determine through your divinations if a person is alive or not?
We should contact the Elizabeth Toppin and inform here about her brother(?). John was the commander of the Royal Guard, we should speak with the next in command. Anyone know who that might be?
Also, we need to contact King Westrom and inform him of our return.
I visit Padra and ask if she can restore the levels drained by the linnorm. I linger in her company as long as I can.
To Ajax: "I will be heading to Messada in the morning to visit my High Temple there. Astrek is in need of care that cannot be provided here. I will be travelling magically, you and Brightsoul are welcome to accompany me. I assume that is where you are headed."
There's a lot in that post.
Parker has no idea who the second in command of the Royal Guard. His relationship to the cleric is also unknown. People at the college could likely answer those questions.
You need to make a save for each level you lost. Fortitude.
(Does Ari know where the Kingmaker is?)
Ajax says: "Thank you lord Arishimoto. I would be honored to accompany you to Messada. I have hoped to see the High Temple for many years, and perhaps my journey will take me to Castle Gemblade as well. We could build a sledge to carry Astrek if need be?"
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These items all belong to those people that dies in those cells. We should make every effort to determine who they were and return their possessions to their families.
Asinjin, can you determine through your divinations if a person is alive or not?
Yes
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We should contact the Elizabeth Toppin and inform here about her brother(?). John was the commander of the Royal Guard, we should speak with the next in command. Anyone know who that might be?
Also, we need to contact King Westrom and inform him of our return.
I can Send one tonight and one tomorrow.
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Yes
How? And when (if) do you do this?
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Not that night. Perhaps the next day.
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I can Send one tonight and one tomorrow.
Which one first and what do you send?
Is Asinjin still going to the temple with Ajax and Ari? If so post your questions.
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Westrom first.
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Is Asinjin still going to the temple with Ajax and Ari? If so post your questions.
The temple in Messada or Phiam?
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Westrom first.
What do you send him?
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*We have recovered the person you wanted and his item. We are where you asked that favor of us. When will you arrive to collect?*
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The temple in Messada or Phiam?
Phiam to collect the horse and sword for now.
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Yes, I am going with them. The only question would be if they have had any luck in determining what attacked the cleric.
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*We have recovered the person you wanted and his item. We are where you asked that favor of us. When will you arrive to collect?*
Well done. We shall return in two days. I will contact Lord Asic and alleviate his worry. My thanks.
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Yes, I am going with them. The only question would be if they have had any luck in determining what attacked the cleric.
I meant for Ajax.
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There's a lot in that post.
Parker has no idea who the second in command of the Royal Guard. His relationship to the cleric is also unknown. People at the college could likely answer those questions.
You need to make a save for each level you lost. Fortitude.
(Does Ari know where the Kingmaker is?)
Ajax says: "Thank you lord Arishimoto. I would be honored to accompany you to Messada. I have hoped to see the High Temple for many years, and perhaps my journey will take me to Castle Gemblade as well. We could build a sledge to carry Astrek if need be?"
Lady Goldpath may know who we should inform about John Toppin. I pay her a visit as well since she is in Phiam.
2 Fortitude saves = 27 and 40
We left the Kingmaker with Marcus at the Temple here in Phiam.
"A sledge is not necessary. We will be able to teleport to Tfop's Fountain in Messada thanks to an item given to me by my high cleric."
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Asinjin, can you begin your divinations searching for Master Lucas? He was my teacher and a dear friend, I need to know if he still lives. These items are his if it will help you find him. The blood may also be his.
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Lady Goldpath may know who we should inform about John Toppin. I pay her a visit as well since she is in Phiam.
2 Fortitude saves = 27 and 40
We left the Kingmaker with Marcus at the Temple here in Phiam.
"A sledge is not necessary. We will be able to teleport to Tfop's Fountain in Messada thanks to an item given to me by my high cleric."
Roll a 20.
You lost one level. Padra can restore it but you will need to provide her with the diamond dust (100gp)
Without making anyone reread the whole thread the sword is in Rubius' bag of holding.
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Roll a 20.
You lost one level. Padra can restore it but you will need to provide her with the diamond dust (100gp)
Without making anyone reread the whole thread the sword is in Rubius' bag of holding.
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"Parker, where can I get 100 gc worth of diamond dust?"
I suggested a few posts after Rubius' offer that the Kingmaker was better off with Marcus at the Temple. Bringing it with us risked losing both swords.
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"Parker, where can I get 100 gc worth of diamond dust?"
I suggested a few posts after Rubius' offer that the Kingmaker was better off with Marcus at the Temple. Bringing it with us risked losing both swords.
Lady Goldpath is out of the city.
Parker can acquire it in the market easily. VJ goes out for it.
You did but I believe Rubius said his bag would be perfectly safe and that was the last word on the subject.
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Parker just wasn't going for magic items back there in the Linorum Lair/prison. How much coin did he shovel into the bag of holding?
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I meant for Ajax.
I ask general questions about where he's from and how long he's been doing this.
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Asinjin, can you begin your divinations searching for Master Lucas? He was my teacher and a dear friend, I need to know if he still lives. These items are his if it will help you find him. The blood may also be his.
Tomorrow.
(Note o DM: I need xp given out, since I won't be able to cast my divinations unless I get some xp to spend)
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Who takes Ajax to retrieve Brightsoul and the sword?
Parker will go with them
I believe Asinjin can identify one or two items a day.
Parker can use his Relic Hinter Ability to see if he can figure out what any of the items do/are. (it is essentially the same as the bards Bard-like Knowledge ability). the rolls are (in reverse order):
1d20+13
12+13 = 25
1d20+13
16+13 = 29
1d20+13
10+13 = 23
1d20+13
10+13 = 23
1d20+13
6+13 = 19
1d20+13
7+13 = 20
1d20+13
16+13 = 29
1d20+13
18+13 = 31
1d20+13
10+13 = 23
1d20+13
13+13 = 26
1d20+13
10+13 = 23
1d20+13
16+13 = 29
1d20+13
14+13 = 27
1d20+13
4+13 = 17
1d20+13
2+13 = 15
1d20+13
7+13 = 20
1d20+13
19+13 = 32
1d20+13
15+13 = 28
1d20+13
15+13 = 28
1d20+13
5+13 = 18
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Parker, at some point, asks Ajax how the Kingmaker sword works. Does it glow in the presence of the right person, does it lead you to the right person?
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Parker just wasn't going for magic items back there in the Linorum Lair/prison. How much coin did he shovel into the bag of holding?
Roll four percentiles
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Going forward, Parker will, if the day has been uneventful, and before he retires for the evening, he will swap out his 3rd level spells and create Glowing Orbs and place them in each room of the mansion.
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Roll four percentiles
1d100+0
5+0 = 5
1d100+0
92+0 = 92
1d100+0
67+0 = 67
1d100+0
46+0 = 46
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Parker, at some point, asks Ajax how the Kingmaker sword works. Does it glow in the presence of the right person, does it lead you to the right person?
It doesn't precisely lead me to the right person but it senses the qualities of a just and capable leader and alerts me to their presence. It glows when I use it to bestow Stasis' blessing upon them.
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1d100+0
5+0 = 5
1d100+0
92+0 = 92
1d100+0
67+0 = 67
1d100+0
46+0 = 46
Parker, with his treasure hunter's eyes managed to avoid sweeping up silver, instead taking platinum, gems and jewelry. 900 platinum, 23 gems and 14 pieces of jewelry.
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It doesn't precisely lead me to the right person but it senses the qualities of a just and capable leader and alerts me to their presence. It glows when I use it to bestow Stasis' blessing upon them.
"Ajax, I think there is someone we would like you to meet...."
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I ask general questions about where he's from and how long he's been doing this.
On the walk Ajax relates the same information as posted in the Dramman thread, though a less dramatic rendition.
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"That is very interesting Ajax. I would hope that Smofarf and the creators would soon take a side to decide this matter."
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"That is very interesting Ajax. I would hope that Smofarf and the creators would soon take a side to decide this matter."
"I doubt they will, for the follow the Old Orc's command and leave matters such as this to we mortals."
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"Is there any chance that your two opponents are here in Icefia? Could this Kingtaker have been involved the Darson's death?"
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"Is there any chance that your two opponents are here in Icefia? Could this Kingtaker have been involved the Darson's death?"
"Was it not a beast such as the one we just slew that laid the king low? If the Kingtaker and Tyrantmaker, and I did not name them such, are now following the orders of Nilas'Anor then times are even darker than they seem. Still if he grows strong enough I have little doubt that the petty villains among the powers will side with him. Evil always reveals its nature in the end."
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Sorry but I will need a level check before xp.
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"Ajax, I think there is someone we would like you to meet...."
As you walk Ajax says: "Tell me Parker, were you surprised by what I and Brightsoul told you about our quest to find the true heir?"
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The sword and breastplate Ari can tell you enough about to fully identify: the Sword is a Holy Avenger called the Purifying Radiance and the armor is +2 and Soulfire. They have been in the service of Stasis church for centuries.
Of the rest only two can you identify: the Belt is a Monk's Belt. It bears the mark of the Shrine of Korda. The horn is a Horn of the Armus. It bears the same mark. It is very powerful, made of a doggeden horn and bound in iron.
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Sorry but I will need a level check before xp.
Parker 17, Rubius 12, Asinjin 16, Ari 16
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Parker 17, Rubius 12, Asinjin 16, Ari 16
Parker: 5300, Asinjin 6100, Ari (with a bonus for a massive and well timed critical hit) 6500 and Rubius 8000. Note this is for two sessions.
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That should be enough to cast some spells.
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Is there anything we need to get done before we reach the temple?
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Is there anything we need to get done before we reach the temple?
Only if you have additional questions for Ajax as he and Ari seem likely to depart for Messada in the morning.
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Parker, with his treasure hunter's eyes managed to avoid sweeping up silver, instead taking platinum, gems and jewelry. 900 platinum, 23 gems and 14 pieces of jewelry.
If there are any diamonds among the gemstones, I ask that they be set aside; by Tfop's grace I will bring Sir Lucas back from his rest to continue the fight against the Dark One.
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Agonizingly close to 17th level. Anyway I can get 596 xp from posting?
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Did you get the several hundred from session 1, and the xp from the one battle we were involved in at the end of last season?
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Asinjin mentions to Parker and Ari, "I have used a great deal of treasure to cast many of these spells. Somewhere more than 1500 coins. True seeing alone costs 100 gc."
"Who would like the Knock wand? I will take it if no one else wants it, but I can cast that and usually have one prepared. It seems to me that it would be a useful one for both Rubius and Parker. On a separate note, does anyone have a wand that needs to be recharged?"
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If there are any diamonds among the gemstones, I ask that they be set aside; by Tfop's grace I will bring Sir Lucas back from his rest to continue the fight against the Dark One.
If there is, Parker gives it to Ari. If there isn't Parker gets one and gives it to Ari
Asinjin mentions to Parker and Ari, "I have used a great deal of treasure to cast many of these spells. Somewhere more than 1500 coins. True seeing alone costs 100 gc."
"Asinjin, you are free to replenish your components and coin from wharever we have here at the mansion or can get. The vault is always opn to you. You helped to build this refuge and are a friend. And I take care of my friends."
"Who would like the Knock wand? I will take it if no one else wants it, but I can cast that and usually have one prepared. It seems to me that it would be a useful one for both Rubius and Parker. On a separate note, does anyone have a wand that needs to be recharged?"
Parker still has the 'Knock-walnut', so he declines the wand, but he does have a wand of magic missiles that is down to 18 charges as well as wands of cure moderate and cure light wounds that also need recharging
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"I can recharge the Magic Missile wand when next we get to rest for more than two days. The cure wands I cannot help with yet."
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"Who would like the Knock wand? I will take it if no one else wants it, but I can cast that and usually have one prepared. It seems to me that it would be a useful one for both Rubius and Parker. On a separate note, does anyone have a wand that needs to be recharged?"
Rubius will take it if it's OK with the group.
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Did you get the several hundred from session 1, and the xp from the one battle we were involved in at the end of last season?
Don't forget the 25 XP the DM gave you for remembering someone's name last session.
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Rubius got a level (13th).
Fighter - 2
Rogue - 2
Oddsmaker - 6
Investigator - 3
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You arrive at the temple without incident and find Brightsoul as you left him. Ajax greets him and checks his wounds and asks if he may stable him at the mansion overnight. Assuming you allow it Ajax spends the walk back telling Brightsoul of the battle, mainly telling him about Ari's bravery, Rubius archery and Asinjin's spells and also how he is glad that Brightsoul was here, safe, as linnorms, like deep dragons (wince), are notoriously fond of horse flesh.
You leave him in the stable and return to the house, leaving the sounds of Astrek and Brightsoul arguing in celestial animal speak behind you. Presumably at some point you also return the Kingmaker to Ajax.
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Rubius got a level (13th).
Fighter - 2
Rogue - 2
Oddsmaker - 6
Investigator - 3
Just making sure, you have the Prestigious Combination feat to allow for the two prestige classes.
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You arrive at the temple without incident and find Brightsoul as you left him. Ajax greets him and checks his wounds and asks if he may stable him at the mansion overnight. Assuming you allow it Ajax spends the walk back telling Brightsoul of the battle, mainly telling him about Ari's bravery, Rubius archery and Asinjin's spells and also how he is glad that Brightsoul was here, safe, as linnorms, like deep dragons (wince), are notoriously fond of horse flesh.
You leave him in the stable and return to the house, leaving the sounds of Astrek and Brightsoul arguing in celestial animal speak behind you. Presumably at some point you also return the Kingmaker to Ajax.
I understand what they are saying, although I doubt its important.
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I understand what they are saying, although I doubt its important.
It's not. Possibly entertaining but not important.
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Just making sure, you have the Prestigious Combination feat to allow for the two prestige classes.
Indubitably
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How many charges does the Knock wand have?
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No distinctive marks, no evil. The staff is solid and could be either or both.
The first wand you identify is a wand of Knock, 14 charges remain.
Here is your answer.
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Thanks; missed it the first time around. Were we able to determine what level the spell was cast when the wand was charged or does that not matter when using a wand?
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Identify tells what level it is cast at.
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Ajax first act upon returning to the mansion is to take the shirt he was given and bleach it white (it was a desert cream). He then borrows a handful of needles and thread and some cloth and proceeds to SLOWLY sew a symbol of Stasis onto a tabard he fashions from a cape (also bleached). For anyone watching it is an amusing process as the delicate needles are tiny in his massive, scarred and callused hands and because what would ordinarily result in a stuck finger instead blunts or bends a needle. He goes through over a dozen.
Afterwards Ajax spends a few hours inspecting, cleaning and finally sharpening the sword from the cave.
"This was a soldier's sword. It has seen hard use and been well cared for. It bears a unit insignia and an inspection mark. My new friends, I will be greatful to you and in your debt for the rest of my days. Unless you have any questions for me I am going to sleep. I have not slept more than an hour or two in the last week and, in truth, no Orc sleeps well aboard a ship, so it has been even longer since I slept well. Lord Ari, I awaken to pray with the dawn. Brightsoul and I will be ready to depart when you are."
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Identify tells what level it is cast at.
12th
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Ajax first act upon returning to the mansion is to take the shirt he was given and bleach it white (it was a desert cream). He then borrows a handful of needles and thread and some cloth and proceeds to SLOWLY sew a symbol of Stasis onto a tabard he fashions from a cape (also bleached). For anyone watching it is an amusing process as the delicate needles are tiny in his massive, scarred and callused hands and because what would ordinarily result in a stuck finger instead blunts or bends a needle. He goes through over a dozen.
If I see this, I say, "Ajax, let me help you." Asinjin can sew.
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If I see this, I say, "Ajax, let me help you." Asinjin can sew.
"Thank you. That is most kind. I am not very good at it but I once asked for help and was told it was slave's work. As I have been a slave I have no trouble doing it but I loathe those who would say such things so I have learned not to ask, so as to avoid unnecessary violence."
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As you walk Ajax says: "Tell me Parker, were you surprised by what I and Brightsoul told you about our quest to find the true heir?"
"Sort of, I guess. I mean, we are also on a quest, of sorts, to help decide the next....hang on a second." Parker will go through the house and grab a dozen Glowing orbs and bring them into the room they are in. He will make them all bright enough to get rid of any shadows in the room. If the room they are in is not one of the ones that is not covered by the Permanent Mage's Private Sanctum spells he moves everyone (and the orbs) to one of those rooms. Parker will ask Asinjin to see if he can make us any less scryable. Once we are as protected as we can be, Parker continues. "We were sent to help retrieve one of the items that is needed to retrieve 'the Gemblade'. It is in a vault of Stasis' own making. We were going to open the vault and see if, a certain someone we know, can wield it. We though that was the best way to decide the next king. Admittedly, I didn't know of the 'Kingmakers' existance. But, I guess that wouldn't hurt either."
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"Sort of, I guess. I mean, we are also on a quest, of sorts, to help decide the next....hang on a second." Parker will go through the house and grab a dozen Glowing orbs and bring them into the room they are in. He will make them all bright enough to get rid of any shadows in the room. If the room they are in is not one of the ones that is not covered by the Permanent Mage's Private Sanctum spells he moves everyone (and the orbs) to one of those rooms. Parker will ask Asinjin to see if he can make us any less scryable. Once we are as protected as we can be, Parker continues. "We were sent to help retrieve one of the items that is needed to retrieve 'the Gemblade'. It is in a vault of Stasis' own making. We were going to open the vault and see if, a certain someone we know, can wield it. We though that was the best way to decide the next king. Admittedly, I didn't know of the 'Kingmakers' existance. But, I guess that wouldn't hurt either."
For the first time since you met him Ajax looks stunned.
"I . . . um . . . hmm . . . The Gemblade? The sword given to Stasis' ancestors itself? I am not an educated Orc but I have a good ear for the truth and can read others fairly well. It was clear that you already knew something of my quest by how casually you spoke and listened. But to see the sword itself?! Never did I imagine such a thing!! Hmmm, a vault you say? Blessed Electra did say the sword would be a key to restoring the true heir to the throne. Perhaps she meant that literally."
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As you are brightening the room Ajax says : "If you are trying to keep Darkthorne and his minions at bay I have good news for you; he cannot abide my celestial radiance. When I revealed that I was only feigning unconsciousness my aura burned him and he recoiled from it after he broke free from my grasp. When he sent his shadows to bind me he saw they were destroyed and after that he only used the fiends. When he saw me destroy the loths he never approached close to me again."
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As you are brightening the room Ajax says : "If you are trying to keep Darkthorne and his minions at bay I have good news for you; he cannot abide my celestial radiance. When I revealed that I was only feigning unconsciousness my aura burned him and he recoiled from it after he broke free from my grasp. When he sent his shadows to bind me he saw they were destroyed and after that he only used the fiends. When he saw me destroy the loths he never approached close to me again."
"Good to know. I'm of the mind that the shade is as cowardly as he is loathsome and am pretty sure Asinjin can take him on in a fair fight. However, it is his other...um.... ?minion? that I would rather not have any dealings with. Dealing with Uscis and the 'Hunter of Paladins' is not on any of my 'to do' lists, of which there are many. Although, rumor has it that he tried to destroy 'the Gemblade' ,which we are attempting to remove from its impregnable vault, not too long ago, and, being in the presence of arguably one of the mightiest Paladins in all of Habololy probably ups the odds of running into the crazed loon considerably. ~sigh~ The Learned Lady really knows how to mete out a punishment. I suppose this is the result of all of my shenanigans over 4+ years at the college and abroad. (looking up into the heavens) Well played My Lady, well played."
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"Yes, the black knight; I suspect accompanying Lord Ari as long as you have has led the blackguard to take notice of you. I do not fear him or the black sword, but I hope to finish this mission before I am put to that test. Still, with Asnijin's spells and Ari's blades and your . . . skills, I am sure we could defeat him. As for destroying the Gemblade, he is a fool if he thinks that within his power. Things made by the powers are not so easily unmade by we mortals."
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"Yes, the black knight; I suspect accompanying Lord Ari as long as you have has led the blackguard to take notice of you. I do not fear him or the black sword, but I hope to finish this mission before I am put to that test. Still, with Asnijin's spells and Ari's blades and your . . . skills, I am sure we could defeat him. As for destroying the Gemblade, he is a fool if he thinks that within his power. Things made by the powers are not so easily unmade by we mortals."
Parker gives Ajax a wounded look at the 'skills' comment. "I said tried. The Shade said that the sword eventually breaks its users will and makes them crazy. So it was probably the swords idea. Still, I'd wager most of my wealth that he shows, up one way or another, once the vault is open."
"As I recall, in the future, 'the Gemblade' had disappeared, and that was one of the reasons that the Shades master was able to run amok. I see no reason not to be prepared for all possible contingencies. Speaking of that little escapade, I've given it a modicum of thought and I think I know how the Shade knew so much of our...'excursion' we'll call it. Sarun, the cleric/wizard from then, that we brought back with us, who disappeared after seeming to accept some offer of the 'evilly-divine' kind. He could be their source of information about those events that haven't, (Parker looks over at Asinjin) or will never , happen."
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and am pretty sure Asinjin can take him on in a fair fight.
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"As I recall, in the future, 'the Gemblade' had disappeared, and that was one of the reasons that the Shades master was able to run amok. I see no reason not to be prepared for all possible contingencies. Speaking of that little escapade, I've given it a modicum of thought and I think I know how the Shade knew so much of our...'excursion' we'll call it. Sarun, the cleric/wizard from then, that we brought back with us, who disappeared after seeming to accept some offer of the 'evilly-divine' kind. He could be their source of information about those events that haven't, (Parker looks over at Asinjin) or will never , happen."
"Ajax, pay little attention to this talk of the future. It is all illusion and charm made out to be a future. It may have some predictive power, but do not be fooled. The power of the con artist is in getting more and more to believe what he sells."
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Sarun, the cleric/wizard from then, that we brought back with us, who disappeared after seeming to accept some offer of the 'evilly-divine' kind. He could be their source of information about those events that haven't, (Parker looks over at Asinjin) or will never , happen."
You mean Suric? He was taken by the mindshadows. We recovered him from the pit in the mindshadow's lair (along with Padra and a few others) prior to our wncounter with Uscis and our arrival in Sigil. Asinjin put him in some kind of magical sarcophagus, but after that I don't recall what we did with him.
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You mean Suric? He was taken by the mindshadows. We recovered him from the pit in the mindshadow's lair (along with Padra and a few others) prior to our wncounter with Uscis and our arrival in Sigil. Asinjin put him in some kind of magical sarcophagus, but after that I don't recall what we did with him.
"Right Suric. I had completely forgotten that we recovered him also. I guess I've had too much (pantomimes taking off sunglasses)....time....to think about other things."
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"Ajax, pay little attention to this talk of the future. It is all illusion and charm made out to be a future. It may have some predictive power, but do not be fooled. The power of the con artist is in getting more and more to believe what he sells."
(blink blink?). I leave magic to wizards.
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"That is an excellent policy, I will leave the holy wars to the paladins."
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"That is an excellent policy, I will leave the holy wars to the paladins."
"Be that as it may, we still have work to do. Asinjin, can you 'Send' to the holder of the other 'key' and let them know to meet us at the 'vault'."
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"Tomorrow, I can do that."
I don't believe we have slept yet on the timeline.
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"That is an excellent policy, I will leave the holy wars to the paladins."
"I wish that for you Asinjin but it seems you have been given a role to play in this battle at least."
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"Yes, I suppose I have a role. Unless Smofarf takes a side, my actions here are not for one religion or cult. I would protect Habololy from incursion from without and incompetence and delusion within. I will let you know from the start here, that I would be satisfied if we were left to our own devices and deities. No planar powers are needed. Stasis, in my opinion noble Ajax, would be better served as a power here than there. The world is in need of his leadership, his guidance. It is not in need of the attention drawn to us by planar travel and interaction."
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"Yes, I suppose I have a role. Unless Smofarf takes a side, my actions here are not for one religion or cult. I would protect Habololy from incursion from without and incompetence and delusion within. I will let you know from the start here, that I would be satisfied if we were left to our own devices and deities. No planar powers are needed. Stasis, in my opinion noble Ajax, would be better served as a power here than there. The world is in need of his leadership, his guidance. It is not in need of the attention drawn to us by planar travel and interaction."
"As I do not know you well, and I have no idea what delusion you are speaking of, I will simply agree to disagree with you regarding Stasis' home."
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"The delusion I speak of is time travel."
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"The delusion I speak of is time travel."
(blink blink)(confused look about the room) I see.
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"What shall we do once we have returned Leon and the sword to where they belong? Track those that attacked the cleric? Go out and excavate the caves?"
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Assuming no more questions (any at all really) for Ajax, and no response to Asinjin's bizarre and out of context comments, Ajax makes a bed for himself in front of the fire and goes to sleep.
You can move on to the next day's activities.
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"What shall we do once we have returned Leon and the sword to where they belong? Track those that attacked the cleric? Go out and excavate the caves?"
I think we need to do what we can to identify those imprisoned people, it is the only information we have Marius' next move. And we need to inform someone of Capt Toppin's demise.
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I think we need to do what we can to identify those imprisoned people, it is the only information we have Marius' next move. And we need to inform someone of Capt Toppin's demise.
"If my task is easily accomished, and it would be the first time that has ever happened, I would be glad to aid you. If anyone survived the collapse they cannot be left as prisoners in such conditions. If they perished then they should be avenged. As for the captain of the guard I will inform the Steward in Messada tomorrow."
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Assuming no more questions (any at all really) for Ajax, and no response to Asinjin's bizarre and out of context comments, Ajax makes a bed for himself in front of the fire and goes to sleep.
They are completely in context and not bizarre, Asinjin is simply so intelligent that none present can keep up.
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They are completely in context and not bizarre, Asinjin is simply so intelligent that none present can keep up.
Apparently including the DM
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DM is just playing the NPC well, as the NPC couldn't comprehend the magnitude of Asinjin's thoughts.
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DM is just playing the NPC well, as the NPC couldn't comprehend the magnitude of Asinjin's thoughts.
No
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Ari and Ajax and their mounts leave early in the morning. Anything you wish to accomplish this day in Phiam you can begin.
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Asinjin mostly rests, not leaving the house until after dinner.
I will use identify on the 2nd wand, and I believe someone asked me to send someone.
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Asinjin mostly rests, not leaving the house until after dinner.
I will use identify on the 2nd wand, and I believe someone asked me to send someone.
The second wand is a Shatter wand, 10th level, 38 charges.
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"Does anyone what the Shatter wand? I will take it if no one else wants it, however, I can cast Shatter already."
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"There is a spell I know of called Circle Dance that will tell us if a person is alive or either dead / not on this plane. Unfortunately, I cannot cast it. Clerics and bards can. It is a divination, which is how I know of it."
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"There are powerful spells I could cast that would do what we need, but I will wait until before I rest to cast them."
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To Asinjin and Parker: "I will be gone for only a few days. Try to stay out of trouble while I'm gone. Asinjin, if you find that Sir Lucas still lives at the end of the day, please let me know as I hope to try restoring him tomorrow morning."
Ari uses his armor collar to teleport Astrek, Ajax, and Brightsoul to the Fountain in Messada. Hopefully we don't arrive in the middle of a service.
I request audience with High Cleric Bruden. If he can see me immediately I introduce him to Ajax and relate our story (leaving out the part about what we went after) and ask if he could repair Astrek's leg and/or resurrect Lucas.
After that I escort Ajax to the Temple of Stasis.
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To Asinjin and Parker: "I will be gone for only a few days. Try to stay out of trouble while I'm gone. Asinjin, if you find that Sir Lucas still lives at the end of the day, please let me know as I hope to try restoring him tomorrow morning."
Ari uses his armor collar to teleport Astrek, Ajax, and Brightsoul to the Fountain in Messada. Hopefully we don't arrive in the middle of a service.
I request audience with High Cleric Bruden. If he can see me immediately I introduce him to Ajax and relate our story (leaving out the part about what we went after) and ask if he could repair Astrek's leg and/or resurrect Lucas.
After that I escort Ajax to the Temple of Stasis.
Ari and Ajax time in Messada will be done via email. Rubius, Parker and Asinjin have the day unless informed otherwise.
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Asinjin rests, Casts the spells noted, and spends the evening at the temple of Smofarf.
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Asinjin rests, Casts the spells noted, and spends the evening at the temple of Smofarf.
Which spells other than identify?
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I have to cast the sending, but I need to know what Ari wants me to send.
If we reach the end of the day, and Parker can't get anyone at the college to cast Circle Dance, then I will cast spells to find the 'dead' people.
I scan all of the items with a detect magic to make sure there aren't any unwanted auras (scrye beacons, contingencies, etc).
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I have to cast the sending, but I need to know what Ari wants me to send.
If we reach the end of the day, and Parker can't get anyone at the college to cast Circle Dance, then I will cast spells to find the 'dead' people.
I scan all of the items with a detect magic to make sure there aren't any unwanted auras (scrye beacons, contingencies, etc).
I think the first question is who are you sending? There were at least two suggestions if not more.
If Parker is going to look for someone to cast the Circle Dance, who does he approach ?
None of the items seem marked in that way.
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Are any of the items of unknown origin and notably magical?
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Are any of the items of unknown origin and notably magical?
What do you mean by unknown origin?
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Some of them we know belonged to certain people.
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Some of them we know belonged to certain people.
Thus far you only know that the sword and armor belonged to Sir Lucas. You have no one linked to the other items. None of the items have a caster level above 15.
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Ari is holding on to Lucas' items unless Asinjin needs them to cast his divinations.
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I think the first question is who are you sending? There were at least two suggestions if not more.
If Parker is going to look for someone to cast the Circle Dance, who does he approach ?
None of the items seem marked in that way.
I suggested we "send" Elizabeth Toppin to inform her of John Toppin's unconfirmed death. I do not know their relation.
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I suggested we "send" Elizabeth Toppin to inform her of John Toppin's unconfirmed death. I do not know their relation.
Ajax said he would tell the High Cleric in Messada.
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Parker will try to find a graduate student who can cast the 'Circle Dance' spell and enlist their services.
(Was Parker able to find out anything about the magic items we recovered with his Relic Hunter Ability. I posted the rolls a bunch of pages ago)
Parker reminds Asinjin to 'Send' to the holder of the other 'key' to let that individual know we have succeeded and can meet at the vault.
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Didn't we alert the other holder by Sending last night?
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The sword and breastplate Ari can tell you enough about to fully identify: the Sword is a Holy Avenger called the Purifying Radiance and the armor is +2 and Soulfire. They have been in the service of Stasis church for centuries.
Of the rest only two can you identify: the Belt is a Monk's Belt. It bears the mark of the Shrine of Korda. The horn is a Horn of the Armus. It bears the same mark. It is very powerful, made of a doggeden horn and bound in iron.
These are the results of your knowledge checks.
I will need more info on the Circle Dance to see if you can find someone to cast it for you.
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Didn't we alert the other holder by Sending last night?
I think you said tomorrow when asked.
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These are the results of your knowledge checks.
I will need more info on the Circle Dance to see if you can find someone to cast it for you.
My bad, missed that post
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Parker will take the monk's belt to the Shrine/Temple of Tyrogatore in Phiam. He will continue to examine the horn and the rest of the items until such time as he has something else to do.
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I think you said tomorrow when asked.
I thought we sent the king about his brother.
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I thought we sent the king about his brother.
You did. That's not who has the other sword.
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Rubius will continue to provide donations of food and services, such as they are, until he is needed elsewhere. He also continues to "send" to Emelda and the kids to check their status. Anything he can do to help Leon, he will. If there is anything Rubius can do for Asinjin, Ari, Parker, or Ajax, just say the word.
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Parker does a little research and determines that Sir John is likely a follower of Stasis and as first hand knowledge of the subject is required for the spell the best option would be the High Temple or a smaller temple in the southwest corner of Messada that many of the soldiers attend as it is closest to the legion headquarters.
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I think you said tomorrow when asked.
Nisoru holds the other key. I tried to send to him before we left but it did not succeed. Today is a new day, so it is worth another try.
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I will Send him. Ari, what is the message?
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That we have recovered Battle.
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"Nisoru, Ari has recovered Battle. We are at Parker's home. Please advise."
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"Nisoru, Ari has recovered Battle. We are at Parker's home. Please advise."
No response.
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If Parker is unsuccessful with the Circle Dance, I will ask those I am meeting with in the evening to do it.
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If Parker is unsuccessful with the Circle Dance, I will ask those I am meeting with in the evening to do it.
The problem Parker ran into is that you have to have first hand knowledge of the person. That means you must have met them or at least seen them up close.
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Very well, let me know when we have gotten to that night, I will use some powerful spells to try and get our answers.
If there is an item in what we found of note, that we don't know enough about, I will Legend lore it.
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Very well, let me know when we have gotten to that night, I will use some powerful spells to try and get our answers.
If there is an item in what we found of note, that we don't know enough about, I will Legend lore it.
You have only identified the two wands, Sir Lucas' items and the belt
and horn. The others are all available.
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I will cast Legend Lore on whatever Parker thinks is most likely to give us information.
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I will cast Legend Lore on whatever Parker thinks is most likely to give us information.
"Cast it on the Armband. It was on the Nycoloth. Don't you have a Divination spell that can show you the recent past of an item? or is it just for a location? As for the others, the order of items doesn't really matter, but I would do the weapons last." Parker will set aside 1300gp for the identifying and assist Asinjin with the Identifying the next day.
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I legend Lore the Armband.
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As we are looking through the items, Parker suddenly stops and cocks his head as if listening to something. "Crap." he mutters. Parker then proceeds to gather everyone in one of the shielded rooms and informs them of the following: "The council has been called early. King Westrom is en-route to Castle Gemblade as we speak. It seems the Elven army is preparing to attack the northern legions. We need to move up our own timelines, (looks at Asinjin) no pun intended. Westrom already knows of our success with retrieving Battle, and he knows what our next steps must be. I will respond that we understand and tell him to stall the selection as much as possible to give us the time we need to do what we need to do."
"Asinjin, I know we want to find the deceased in the Shades cavern, but our top priority now is to find the second key and its holder. Can you cast your locating spell and find out where Nisoru is?
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Is this after Ari and Ajax have left?
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Yes. Parker receives the sending late in the second day.
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"I will cast the spell to find him after I return from the temple tonight. I will also send Ari and let him know."