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Seas of Habololy => Third Voyage of the Guardian of the Tide => Topic started by: Asinjin on March 18, 2019, 01:06:24 PM

Title: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 18, 2019, 01:06:24 PM
For the purpose of keeping city info in one place, I started with thread early.

If anyone has any questions about your upcoming destination, post here.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 22, 2019, 12:29:40 AM
xp will be next week since we ended at fight's beginning.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 22, 2019, 12:30:21 AM
Please make note of all spells / abilities used and active.

It has been 11 minutes since you left the Guardian (1 travel and 10 talking)
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 22, 2019, 12:31:24 AM
Jean is unconscious and Sas is outside the temple., with the constable.

Everyone else is inside with the two orcish clerics.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 22, 2019, 12:32:13 AM
Nathan speaks to inquisitor.  As a cleric of a god on the council please give me a chance to speak.  I would not mind standing before the judges but allow me to do it as a cleric of Lakius and not as a prisoner that you just arrest.  I have a solution that will keep this from escalating and still get you what you believe is needed and that is for me to stand before the judges.  I have not been judged yet so please allow me the dignity and respect of a cleric of a god who is on the council and in good standing.

I am backing out of the temple as I speak.  Unless it is blocked I should be out of the temple quickly because as I said while we were playing that I back away from the inquisitor.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 22, 2019, 09:11:02 AM
Nathan speaks to inquisitor.  As a cleric of a god on the council please give me a chance to speak.  I would not mind standing before the judges but allow me to do it as a cleric of Lakius and not as a prisoner that you just arrest.  I have a solution that will keep this from escalating and still get you what you believe is needed and that is for me to stand before the judges.  I have not been judged yet so please allow me the dignity and respect of a cleric of a god who is on the council and in good standing.

I am backing out of the temple as I speak.  Unless it is blocked I should be out of the temple quickly because as I said while we were playing that I back away from the inquisitor.

Unless you surrender to be arrested, he neither listens to your words or stops advancing.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 22, 2019, 09:15:09 AM
It is now the 17th day of the 10th month of 789
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Zunder on March 22, 2019, 12:51:46 PM
Rin turns towards the club guard over the ships mage.

"Why did you assault him?  He didn't lift a finger against you or the Inquisitor, and isn't charged with a crime?  I thought the Orcish Empire had more logical laws that this"   I stand still, none threatening, still appearing to be in standard Horarian sailors clothes.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 22, 2019, 06:03:40 PM
Rin turns towards the club guard over the ships mage.

"Why did you assault him?  He didn't lift a finger against you or the Inquisitor, and isn't charged with a crime?  I thought the Orcish Empire had more logical laws that this"   I stand still, none threatening, still appearing to be in standard Horarian sailors clothes.

Bare in mind that will be your action for the round as the Inquisitor moves towards Nathan.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 22, 2019, 06:10:44 PM
Nathan backs us soon as the inquistor started moving towards him and is likely out of the temple unless his exit was barred in anyway. I also get the impression that we didn't step very far into the the temple initially anyway.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on March 22, 2019, 09:17:51 PM
Taiji informs Amari everything he picked up through the telepathy with Rin. When the connection is cutoff, he activates his bronze griffon figurine, so he’s ready to act when needed.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 22, 2019, 11:00:30 PM
Nathan backs us soon as the inquistor started moving towards him and is likely out of the temple unless his exit was barred in anyway. I also get the impression that we didn't step very far into the the temple initially anyway.

We will roll initiative for the first round of action, the only person to have gone being the constable in a surprise attack.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 22, 2019, 11:11:49 PM
If it was possible I was out of the temple before we even started because I said as he was talking and moving forward I moved back and I move at 500 so I was out already
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 09:39:11 AM
If it was possible I was out of the temple before we even started because I said as he was talking and moving forward I moved back and I move at 500 so I was out already

You wouldn't have been moving out that fast while talking initially, you couldn't hear each other.

If you mean moving during your monologue that he ignores, we will get to that in the session when we roll initiative.

If you want to say you took a five foot step during the initial conversation to step out of the temple, then that's fine, although he steps with you so you are the same distance apart as when you started.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 23, 2019, 03:11:20 PM
If I am out of the temple then I will fly away at full speed.  If this works I will let you know what I do. 
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 23, 2019, 05:18:42 PM
I see we have a misunderstanding since you seem to keep moving after me and won't allow me to speak.  So I  surrender but I would like to discuss terms of the surrender before we continue.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 05:35:58 PM
The High Inquisitor stops his advance.  "That is wise.  Your companions should drop their weapons.  Do not start to cast any spells or make any sudden movements.  How do you wish to relinquish the crown of air?"

Looking around, you see many gathering in the woods not far from the temple, all armed with staffs.  They are not charging but at the ready.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Malchia on March 23, 2019, 06:03:22 PM
How do you wish to relinquish the crown of air?
Oh, hell no. 

You mentioned we see others outside the temple with staffs, so is it safe to say the door is still open?

I'm not giving up my weapon, although it's not drawn at the moment.  If anyone approaches me, I will act.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 06:10:39 PM
Oh, hell no. 

You mentioned we see others outside the temple with staffs, so is it safe to say the door is still open?

I'm not giving up my weapon, although it's not drawn at the moment.  If anyone approaches me, I will act.

Its an open air temple, no doors, just pillars.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 23, 2019, 06:22:54 PM
I want no one on the crew of the garden of the tide to attack.  If anyone attacks then there will be a punish and potential banishment from the ship.  Please sheath your weapons or put them at your feet and let me work out the terms with the high inquisitor.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 06:59:51 PM
I want no one on the crew of the garden of the tide to attack.  If anyone attacks then there will be a punish and potential banishment from the ship.  Please sheath your weapons or put them at your feet and let me work out the terms with the high inquisitor.

Sir Charles drops his bow and sword to the ground, as well as his wands and dagger.  "I trust, Inquisitor, on your honor that we will get these back."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 07:00:59 PM
Sir Charles drops his bow and sword to the ground, as well as his wands and dagger.  "I trust, Inquisitor, on your honor that we will get these back."

"Those not found guilty will not be penalized."  He does not put down his sword, a heavy blade curved at the top and with a handle long enough for two hands.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 07:01:57 PM
The orcish cleric of Lakius' fists are clenched and his eyes so narrow he might not be able to see anything.  You hear a snort every time he breathes.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 23, 2019, 07:40:36 PM
Thank you for listening.  We are on a noble mission and this our chance to show that and gather even more allies to our side.  This mission will not succeed without the support of the council and so we must get the judges of the council to see what we are doing and understand why it is so important.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 23, 2019, 07:42:40 PM
This is a secure spot on the ship for the crown.  It will stay there.  Now let us discuss terms.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 09:21:07 PM
This is a secure spot on the ship for the crown.  It will stay there.  Now let us discuss terms.

He nods, but waits for the other to comply and drop their weapons.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on March 23, 2019, 10:08:48 PM
He nods, but waits for the other to comply and drop their weapons.
Ssaskra has no weapons.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 23, 2019, 10:10:37 PM
He looks to Rin and Chase.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Malchia on March 23, 2019, 10:26:51 PM
He looks to Rin and Chase.
If Nathan insists, Chase will drop Semantics.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on March 24, 2019, 06:29:26 PM
Anything happening at the ship?
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 24, 2019, 08:09:04 PM
Anything happening at the ship?

Not that we will get in to yet.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Zunder on March 24, 2019, 09:45:43 PM
He looks to Rin and Chase.

" I haven't drawn a weapon, I do not need to put anything at my feet"
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 24, 2019, 09:49:11 PM
" I haven't drawn a weapon, I do not need to put anything at my feet"

"If you have any weapons on you, put them on the ground."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Zunder on March 25, 2019, 01:46:23 PM
"If you have any weapons on you, put them on the ground."


I pull out my wakazaki, and my bow and place them on the ground " we.. will have a problem if you try to confiscate my bow from me "



Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 25, 2019, 01:51:23 PM
He motions to the constable that accompanied you to collect all of the weapons.  He puts on gloves before doing so and piles them in the temple.

"You will be accompanied to your ship, where you may all remain until this is settled.  The dock master will see to your needs.  I will do an inspection of the ship and the holding place for the crown."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 25, 2019, 02:32:11 PM
What are the actual chargers since I stated that I was here to check for demons and then cleanse the temple of they actually exist.  Not sure how that is against the law.  We also should detail what I said during the time I first spoke to the cleric of the temple.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 25, 2019, 03:02:35 PM
What are the actual chargers since I stated that I was here to check for demons and then cleanse the temple of they actually exist.  Not sure how that is against the law.  We also should detail what I said during the time I first spoke to the cleric of the temple.

"You are charged with subversion against the religion of Lakius."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Malchia on March 25, 2019, 03:28:48 PM
"You are charged with subversion against the religion of Lakius."
OOC: I'm getting a real uncomfortable vibe here; similar to when Saruman possessed the king of Rohan.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 25, 2019, 06:55:14 PM
Nathan has a very high sense motive.   So I likely realize that the crew is feeling uncomfortable also can I tell if the cleric of Han Sui is who he says he is and is true to what he is saying. 

I also ask the cleric of Han Sui the following "My crew is apprehensive about this situation.  We have been attacked by creatures from the lower planes in other temples.  We are concerned that this whole scene could be an illusion and we want to be sure that we not being tricked by those foul creatures now.  Could you allow us to walk to the coast of this island holding our weapons and then have the port master pick us up?  This way we we know that we are being arrested by Orcish authorities.  You have my word that we will go peaceful and then discuss terms of the surrender aboard our ship.  If you are unsure of what I am saying then please cast spells to confirm this". 
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on March 25, 2019, 07:24:58 PM
OOC: I'm getting a real uncomfortable vibe here; similar to when Saruman possessed the king of Rohan.
I think it’s just an orcish curmudgeon using the laws of the Empire to defend his “clerics of Lakius should be hermits” dogma against Nathan’s new age “Lakius for the people” movement.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on March 25, 2019, 07:34:26 PM
This way we we know that we are being arrested by Orcish authorities.
OOC clarification: Who is being charged here? I thought the Inquisitor only called for Nathan’s arrest.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 25, 2019, 08:47:29 PM
Nathan has a very high sense motive.   So I likely realize that the crew is feeling uncomfortable also can I tell if the cleric of Han Sui is who he says he is and is true to what he is saying. 

To the best of your ability, he is who and what he says he is.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 25, 2019, 08:49:34 PM
I also ask the cleric of Han Sui the following "My crew is apprehensive about this situation.  We have been attacked by creatures from the lower planes in other temples.  We are concerned that this whole scene could be an illusion and we want to be sure that we not being tricked by those foul creatures now.  Could you allow us to walk to the coast of this island holding our weapons and then have the port master pick us up?  This way we we know that we are being arrested by Orcish authorities.  You have my word that we will go peaceful and then discuss terms of the surrender aboard our ship.  If you are unsure of what I am saying then please cast spells to confirm this".

"You may not walk with your weapons to the coast.  If you wish to pray for some divinations to cast to put your mind at ease, I will allow it.  However, I will be next to you and if i see you casting something else, that is the end of any deal."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 25, 2019, 08:50:04 PM
OOC clarification: Who is being charged here? I thought the Inquisitor only called for Nathan’s arrest.

Only Nathan.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Zunder on March 25, 2019, 09:15:09 PM
Only Nathan.


if they are going to take my bow out of sight, I summon it ( it has a gem of calling ) and when that creates a problem, I'll teleport back out to sea.



Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 25, 2019, 09:44:08 PM

if they are going to take my bow out of sight, I summon it ( it has a gem of calling ) and when that creates a problem, I'll teleport back out to sea.

The constable that picks them up does not leave your sight, he does put it in a large sack.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 25, 2019, 10:49:42 PM
I only have one useful divination spell which I could cast. However casting timenis 10 minutes.  I do plan to cast it unless someone else has something that will detect more quickly.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Malchia on March 26, 2019, 12:31:14 PM
I think it’s just an orcish curmudgeon using the laws of the Empire to defend his “clerics of Lakius should be hermits” dogma against Nathan’s new age “Lakius for the people” movement.
Perhaps, but if I find out otherwise, Semantics is going straight through one of his eye sockets while humming a darkly enchanting tune. 
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 29, 2019, 12:03:10 AM
You leave Aquaehar on the 22nd day of the 11th month of 789.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 29, 2019, 09:32:13 AM
Experience for the last two sessions:

Nathan - 2100

Rin - 2400

Sas - 2600

Chase - 1800

Grognoth - 1650

Wignston - 1500

Taji - 1000

Veronica - 700
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 29, 2019, 09:33:40 AM
Anything you wanted to do in Aquaehar during the five weeks can be posted here.

The time on the ship is some of the most uncomfortable you've ever had and Tsuri'Moti and Amare have a lot on their plate keeping things in order.

The Vass contingent spends more time than anyone else in the city, mostly in Vasstown.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 29, 2019, 09:43:58 AM
The pick is a +3 Gnomish War Pick of Puncturing that does change size for the user.  I should note that you have to be proficient in it for it to change size.  It is an exotic weapon that for a medium sized creature is 2d6, 19-20, x4.

It does have gnomish artwork on it, although faint.  It is made of what Wignston calls stainless steel.  It is around 500 years old.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 29, 2019, 10:13:26 AM
Nathan brings our purser and the pick to Northut using transport vis plant.  That should take no more than 1 day.  Our ship can stay at basically the same place to let us make this trip.    Let me know if there are any issues with this.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on March 29, 2019, 11:36:04 PM
Ssaskra approaches Wignston on the way to Newporton: “You said you are from a Bardic College, yes? Do any there study spirits? This antlered greater spirit we encountered is not one that is known to me. We should share what we have learned.”
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on March 30, 2019, 07:37:13 AM
DM does Wignston know anyone at the bardic college that studies spirits?
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 30, 2019, 09:35:39 AM
DM does Wignston know anyone at the bardic college that studies spirits?

You think there may be someone, if fact you are sure of it, but it is likely you never spoke with that person.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on March 30, 2019, 03:26:43 PM
Nathan brings our purser and the pick to Northut using transport vis plant.  That should take no more than 1 day.  Our ship can stay at basically the same place to let us make this trip.    Let me know if there are any issues with this.

Amare has no issue with it.  The purser agrees that Northut is the best site to sell it.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on April 01, 2019, 09:08:02 PM
Amare has no issue with it.  The purser agrees that Northut is the best site to sell it.

How much do you tell the purser, and how much do you let him tell about the pick?
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Zunder on April 01, 2019, 09:19:02 PM
How much do you tell the purser, and how much do you let him tell about the pick?

Since it is made out of something that's not around anymore, it might make more sense to sell it in Talp.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on April 02, 2019, 08:20:38 AM
How much do you tell the purser, and how much do you let him tell about the pick?

I tell the purser everything and he can decide what is important when selling.  Rin mentioned selling it in tall.  He can sell it where he thinks is best.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on April 02, 2019, 08:35:57 PM
I tell the purser everything and he can decide what is important when selling.  Rin mentioned selling it in tall.  He can sell it where he thinks is best.

He thinks Northut.

After meeting with some people, and spending a day in the city, he reports, "I have an offer of 23,000gc for it."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on April 02, 2019, 11:51:55 PM
That is at least a +5 weapon.  We should be able to get more than that.  If we had character trying to buy that weapon then you would likely charge us more saying it was rare.  So I am hoping the price isn't undercut because it is rare and there is not a buyer.  I will make a character that can use and join the ship haha.

Nathan says that isn't enough we will wait until we have a more reasonable offer.q
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on April 02, 2019, 11:55:07 PM
Braden says, "I will work on it some more.  We may have to stay a few days to get the price we want.  Negotiations take time."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on April 03, 2019, 09:25:47 AM
That sounds good we can stay a few days and then meet the ship in newporton.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on April 03, 2019, 10:41:39 AM
That sounds good we can stay a few days and then meet the ship in newporton.

The next offer he gets is 32,000gc.  That is after two and a half days.

He mentions, "Caution is required.  We are dealing with Amatine gnomes and an artifact they likely consider theirs anyway."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on April 03, 2019, 12:28:12 PM
Ok we will be careful but what is the max amount for that item that we could.  For example if someone is buying it brand new from Tom's magic shop what would it cost?
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on April 03, 2019, 01:46:29 PM
Ok we will be careful but what is the max amount for that item that we could.  For example if someone is buying it brand new from Tom's magic shop what would it cost?

Braden responds, "My guess is in the 30-35,000 ranger.  Without going and negotiating a price, it is difficult to say exactly.  Gnomish war picks are not common, so you need someone willing and able to forge that."
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on April 03, 2019, 05:57:54 PM
Sounds great. Lets sell this and get back to the ship.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Asinjin on April 03, 2019, 09:25:02 PM
He returns with 32,000gc.  Divvy it out as you will.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on April 09, 2019, 06:52:42 AM
He returns with 32,000gc.  Divvy it out as you will.
How do we split this up?
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on April 09, 2019, 10:32:34 AM
Nathan feels like it is an extra mission that the crew took on while waiting so he does not think it should be split normally.  He thinks maybe a small portion to make sure we are paying the crew and then the rest to the away team.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on April 10, 2019, 01:49:36 PM
Nathan feels like it is an extra mission that the crew took on while waiting so he does not think it should be split normally.  He thinks maybe a small portion to make sure we are paying the crew and then the rest to the away team.
Salaried crew has already been paid in advance, if I recall.

I think the away team consisted of 7: Ssaskra, Taiji, Rin, Chase, Grom, Wignston, and Rolan (Ssaskra’s apprentice). Did I miss anyone?

I suggest we divide the 32,000 gc into 8 shares, because the math is clean - 1 share for each member of the away team plus 1 share for the ship expense fund.

Which means +4,000 gc each.

Agreed?

Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Malchia on April 10, 2019, 03:22:51 PM
Salaried crew has already been paid in advance, if I recall.

I think the away team consisted of 7: Ssaskra, Taiji, Rin, Chase, Grom, Wignston, and Rolan (Ssaskra’s apprentice). Did I miss anyone?

I suggest we divide the 32,000 gc into 8 shares, because the math is clean - 1 share for each member of the away team plus 1 share for the ship expense fund.

Which means +4,000 gc each.

Agreed?
Agreed, although Grognoth will donate his share to the ship fund, or possibly to a good cause in Undrile to those in need.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Hero on April 10, 2019, 09:10:36 PM
Agreed, although Grognoth will donate his share to the ship fund, or possibly to a good cause in Undrile to those in need.
Coincidentally, Taiji is starting up a charitable foundation to promote music, art and organic living on the Guardian, and is currently accepting donations.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Malchia on April 10, 2019, 10:46:16 PM
Coincidentally, Taiji is starting up a charitable foundation to promote music, art and organic living on the Guardian, and is currently accepting donations.
(OOC) Oh, this ought to be good.  I look forward to hearing you try to justify this in person.  ;)

Grognoth: I'm intrigued by your noble aspiration.  Please, tell me more about your plans on starting this foundation.
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Windblade on April 10, 2019, 11:31:20 PM
That works. Wignston is also starting a literacy campaign and schooling for people aboard the ship and would be happy to invest the money.  Haha!
Title: Re: Third Stop: Aquaehar
Post by: Malchia on April 11, 2019, 07:15:11 AM
That works. Wignston is also starting a literacy campaign and schooling for people aboard the ship and would be happy to invest the money.  Haha!
I expect a full PowerPoint presentation complete with Tinker gadgets and props to pitch your idea to Grognoth.  He'll sit and listen to your long-winded proposal.   :)