Iron Gods FOC: Diamonds in the Rough (Inactive)

Game Master TheRiverOcean

A group of misfits bands together to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Torch's flame.


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The sun slowly rose in the dusty town square. Dozens of metal workers sang Torch’s constant song of metal clanging as it’s forged and worked. With the violet flame out, blacksmiths toil over clumsy coals to keep their business afloat. Horses and wagons scurry about, some leaving to find better work, some just arriving. Merchants are setting up and selling their metal goods and few rare trinkets of unknown origin. One such device is tied by rope high on a pole in the middle of the square. It appears as a white cone with a blue rim, and a thin wire that comes down to meet a wooden podium resting at the head of the square. At the podium stands a short and solid old dwarf woman with a strange metal device in her hand and serious looking hammer hanging from her waist.

“Morning everyone. It’s a good sun for workin.” Her typical greeting boomed with unnatural volume from the device tied to the tall pole. The metal clangs slowed and voices went quiet as dozens gathered to hear her news.

“I won’t sugar coat it Torch-folk, we still have no flame and we ain’t any closer to finding out why. I’m real sorry to tell y’all, but the last group we sent into the mountain has gone missin. Councilman Baine is missin as well.” A few of the townsfolk begin to whisper among themselves. A few gasped.

“Now I know we’ve been doin this gobbie-chase for near two weeks, but I gotta ask again: anyone out there worth their salt and handy with a sword? The council of Torch is willing to pay a fine fee to-”

“All that council-talk and we're still here with no work!” A man yelled out from the gathering crowd. “I got three days to pay up and all y’all can do is send a few wandering knuckle-draggers?”

“Now listen.” The stocky woman continued. “As I said we need to go into that mountain and that’s that. As I said, we’ll pay a fine fee.”

“Can’t collect no fee if you ain’t breathin.” A woman with soot all over her face interjected.

“Folks, the simple truth is, if we don’t have the League’s taxes ready in two weeks it’s gonna get real uncomfortable. I know Torch ain’t much, but hell, we’ve come a long way since they beat people in the streets. And you all remember the burnings. Damnit I don’t wanna lose this town and I know you don’t too.” The crowd grew silent. “Now if you got the strength and skill then I’m askin, please help us save our town and our friends down there.”

“Y’all can see your flame in hell.” The soot covered woman said.
“The hell with this town.”
“I’m getting far from here before the League rides in.”

The townsfolk began to chatter and disperse. No one gathered at the podium, but the burly council woman waited just the same.

Nashara stood in the square among a small caravan of travelers. A middle aged man with a grey beard approached her from a wagon.
“Hey Nashara, I’m sorry about this. I figured we’d find work in this town and we could properly pay you. It ain’t much, but take this old trinket for keeping us safe.” He said, handing a small silver butterfly to Nashara.
“May Desna guide your way friend.”

A group of smiths covered in soot pushed past Palomia and Relas on their way back their forges. “Better take that pet of yours and head back from where you came traveller.” They grumbled.

‘Marta’s Fresh Catches’ was almost empty as Fidget was gathering spices for Val’s dinner. She figured that child ought to learn to cook herself soon. The troubling announcement could be heard from the window.

Kaad sat atop a small water tower just outside of town square. A good perch to overlook the village, his hood pulled over his face.

Askra stood in the crowd, a heavy pig’s leg in each hand, wrapped and draped over each shoulder. “Go and get a good price for these. Don’t come back if it’s less than last time.” Her grandfather had told her that morning.

Gootube. Veemod. Skillchip. All rubbish compared to what Jean was used to working with. Her look of disappointment was apparent as she perused the selection of alien artifacts in the town square.


Female Gnome Cleric/3;HP 27/27; AC 17 T 13 FF 15; Fort +6; Ref +3 Will +6; CMB -1; CMD 11; Per +10; Init +2; Spd 20ft.

"Yum, spice soup with a brick of dried noodles." It was pretty much the only meal she knew how to prepare. She was debating over powdered shrimp or chicken when the message coming in from the makewordslouder carried the word combination "Councilman Baine is missin as well" Dropping her shopping, Fijit ran out from the store to the podium to get some answers.


CG Male Beast Eidolon 1 HP: 20/20 | AC: 18 | F: +8, R: +7, W: +6 | Perc: +4 | Stealth: +7 | Speed: 25 ft. | Senses: Dark Vision, Low-Light Vision, Scent 30 ft. (Imprecise) | Active Conditions:

As the smiths continued on their way, Relas snorted indignantly. "I am -not- a pet! For all the wonders of this country you'd think people would have seen an extra-planar being before."

He paused and gazed up at the young human woman who stood beside him with a scowl on her face. "Okay, okay, I know what you're thinking. Yes, the flame seems to be out and yes this place seems to have fallen on hard times lately. But we can't turn around and leave now after we walked all this way! There's still the marketplace - maybe we can find something interesting there, like books about the ruins in Numeria or even a real artifact from beyond the stars. Oooorrr we could even talk to that dwarf woman over there and find out more about what's been going on here."


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"Oh no. No no no no no! It's bad enough that I let you talk me into coming all this way for nothing - I'm not letting you talk me into poking our noses where they don't belong. This is a local problem and doesn't concern us - besides, do you see anyone else volunteering? These ruins are obviously dangerous." Palomia crosses her arms over her chest and attempts to give her panther-like companion a firm look. "We can see what's for sale in the marketplace but after that, we're leaving with the next group out of this town."

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Female Human 2 Warpriest|AC17 T12 FF16|HP24/24 |F5 R1 W6 |Perc 3 |Init 3 |Sense Motive 8|Know Local 6|Climb 8|Surivival 7|Ferver 4

Nashara looks down at the butterfly trinket in her hand, lost in thought.

I've done my duty and kept these people safe. It would have been nice to be paid but the journey...yes, getting away, that was my goal. Look around you fool! A new place, a new start, a new home? Getting ahead of yourself there Nash, lets find something to eat first, and did that dwarf woman mention looking for someone to go into a cave? I've got no mining experience but I could shovel and haul materials. Yes, that might do...

Folding her fingers over the butterfly trinket and slipping it into a pocket, the large brown-skinned woman starts to make her way toward the dwarf woman with the loud voice.

A butterfly, very appropriate. They say the elderly see us without our cloaks of pretense. Was this the old trader telling me to spread by wings? Ahhh, Nashara. Thick as a castle wall.


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As the square emptied the old dwarf woman spoke again.

"Whatever is down there took Khonnir. The man who found a way to organize the flame with fairness. The man who works hard to provide affordable goods from other towns. At one point or another he's bought each and every one of you a round at his tavern. And what of his daughter? At an impressionable age now she needs him more than ever. That's why I'm going to offer an additional reward."
Some of the townsfolk started listening again.

"As I've said before we offer 4000 gold pieces to the one who can get the flame back. But right now we should care more for our friends and family. So I'm going to offer an additional 4000 gold pieces to get our friend, the foremost expert on Numerian technology, Khonnir Baine back home safely."
The townsfolk began to chatter for a moment before they continued to move along. A few young men hesitated, gripped their weapons tightly, then thought the better of it and moved along, shaking their heads.


Female Gnome Cleric/3;HP 27/27; AC 17 T 13 FF 15; Fort +6; Ref +3 Will +6; CMB -1; CMD 11; Per +10; Init +2; Spd 20ft.

"By the mainspring, why am I just hearing about this NOW?" Fijit stormed up to the sturdy old dwarf lady. "How long's he been gone? Who went with him? Is that 8,000 in actual coin or just store credit??!!"


Female Human (Kellid) Slayer (Vanguard) 3; HP 31/5 (1 Con damage); AC 17 T 13 FF 14; Fort +5; Ref +6 Will +2 (+4 vs fear/emotion); CMB +5; CMD 18; Per +6; Init +6; Spd 20ft.

Askra scowls at her grandfather's admonishing tone.

"I could get a better price for you, you old ham." the girl mutters to herself, hefting the meat and heading into town...

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Once the dwarf woman finished her speech Askra fronts up.

"I've a blade, and a need for gold. I'm your woman. Plus, I bring victuals [pats pigbits on shoulders]. Well, my sword is at home, and I need some gold for this pigmeat. Then I'm your woman. Let's say 2 gold up front? Everything will be scarce, from now on, and grandpa will expect... remuneration". Askra tries out the big word, hoping it will impress upon the dwarfess that she isn't another dusty yokel, bloodied pig legs notwithstanding.


M Tiefling Breaker 3 | AC 18/12/16, | HP 14/33 | FORT5 /REF3/WILL1 | 20ft.| INIT 4 PER 6 |

Kaad listens to the plea in the square closely. After much trepidation, he decides to stealthily descend from the tower and enter the square as subtly as possible. Fighting back every bit of anxiety about revealing his presence in Torch, Kaad comes forward concealing his monstrous visage under cloak and replies to the woman.

I'll help find him.

This may be too great a risk. I can help that girl get her father back though.

He looks around to see if anyone notices him and also wishfully hoping to gain some much needed companions for the task.


CG Male Beast Eidolon 1 HP: 20/20 | AC: 18 | F: +8, R: +7, W: +6 | Perc: +4 | Stealth: +7 | Speed: 25 ft. | Senses: Dark Vision, Low-Light Vision, Scent 30 ft. (Imprecise) | Active Conditions:

As the dwarf woman continues to speak, Relas frowns as much as a vaguely panther-shaped creature can do and glances back at Palomia. "Did you hear that? This Khonnir Baine sounds like a good person...the people here must really like him if they're willing to pay that much extra for someone to go and find him. And I bet his daughter is very worried, too."


Female Human Arcanist 3 |HP: 14/14 |Arcane Reservoir: 4/6 |Create Gear: 6/7|AC 12, 12T, 10F |Saves: +1F, +3R, +3W || Init: +2 | Senses: Normal | Perception: +0 | Concentration: +5

I'm in the same town square during the announcement right?

Hmm... Nothing new. I've seen more complex systems in the coastal village a few hundred miles from here.

The distraction of metalworks distract Jean for a while, staving her worries ever since she heard that Baine went missing during his work on the Flame's disappearance. Then she hears the female dwarf's voice booming from the device up on the pole...

... as soon as she finds a clear path from the retreating crowd, Jean hurries up next to the podium. She calls towards the dwarf waiting upon it, "I'm no good with a sword madam, but I knew the professor well. I wish to be with the next group to help find him, perhaps my personal knowledge of him could be of some help. I also know my way around traps and some magic besides."

As if to prove her point, she flourishes a hand and calls upon her magic, using Create Gear to make a set of simple lockpicks.

Diplomacy to convince if needed: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (1) + 3 = 4


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Palomia shakes her head in response to Relas' statement. "I thought I told you that this isn't any of our concern! It's a shame about the missing people and the extinguished flame but in case you might have forgotten, we're not warriors. Did you miss the part where she said that they've already sent a group and that they've not come back? I'm sorry, but there's not much that just the two of us could do even if I felt inclined to try."


CG Male Beast Eidolon 1 HP: 20/20 | AC: 18 | F: +8, R: +7, W: +6 | Perc: +4 | Stealth: +7 | Speed: 25 ft. | Senses: Dark Vision, Low-Light Vision, Scent 30 ft. (Imprecise) | Active Conditions:

"But there -are- people volunteering! See, there's that gnome lady, those three human women and someone wearing a cloak. That's five already, plus the two of us - surely between the seven of us we can find this man! Don't you want to help get this girl's father back? What if she doesn't have anyone else? She'll be all alone! Please, Palo?"


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Alone...like you were before you called Relas to you...

Palomia pauses a moment, before finally heaving a great sigh. "All right, fine! Let's see what we can do. But if this doesn't end badly for us all I'll be surprised. Come on."

She makes her way to the podium as well with Relas trailing after her. Once she's within earshot of the dwarf and the others standing near her, she calls out, "It's against my better judgement but perhaps my companion and I can help. I know a little something about magic myself and my friend's teeth and claws are quite sharp." As she speaks, she glances around at the others gathered near the podium, sizing them up.

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Female Human 2 Warpriest|AC17 T12 FF16|HP24/24 |F5 R1 W6 |Perc 3 |Init 3 |Sense Motive 8|Know Local 6|Climb 8|Surivival 7|Ferver 4

Hearing the dwarf woman's words and talk of gold has Nashara's attention. Having stashed the trinket, the broadly built dark skinned woman will approach the dwarf.

Talking in Dwarven:
"My blade is at your service. Tell me as much as you know about the situation and we shall find some worthy folk to find your friend."


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The people of Torch know Dolga well. The old dwarf was present at the founding of the city in its current form. Her expression betrays her relief that she is approached.

She looks down at Fidget.
"Khonnir himself led his second foray into the caves not two days ago. I'm sure you're foremost concerned with his safety, but yes the payment will be in gold coin."

Dolga then turns to Askra with her head cocked to the side.
"You'll need your sword if you're to attempt this quest young pig farmer. You seem strong enough, but old dwarves like me never pay up font. Mind your business and come back when you're good 'n ready."

Nashara arrives near the same time as Fidget and Askra. Dolga turns to Nashara immediately when she hears her mother tongue.

"Khonnir Baine discovered signs of unusual traffic on the banks of Weeping Pond, and shortly thereafter, the submerged tunnel that provides access to several heretofore unknown tunnels under Black Hill. His emergence from the caves with a deactivated semi-humanoid automaton sparked worries that something strange might be going on in the caverns, but when he failed to return from his second expedition a few days ago, those worries turned to outright fear. Several other adventuring parties have gone missing in the caves."

In Dwarven:
"A warrior such as yourself is greatly needed in this place, thank you."

A Dolga's eyes dart to the left as a shadow approaches. Her hand deftly brushes past her hammer when she sees Kaad approach in cloak. For a long moment she looks at him before crossing her arms.

I can trust in your skill, dark one, so long as your word stays true. Your word that that you will attempt this mission to find Baine for coin and no seedy desires, that is.

@jean yes. Nice diplomacy haha. Also, please provide your age.

With that Dolga turns to Jean. She glances down at the lockpicks then back up into her eyes, rather unimpressed, and clearly not a fan of magic.
This will be a dangerous task, lass. I warn you that you may not return, but if you're a personal friend of Khonnir then I will allow you to join this group.

The group near the podium is then interrupted by a human female calling out.
"Ah, yes indeed." Dolga says with a frown as she looks at Relas. "This large cat looks quite capable. You may join the others if you wish."


Female Human Arcanist 3 |HP: 14/14 |Arcane Reservoir: 4/6 |Create Gear: 6/7|AC 12, 12T, 10F |Saves: +1F, +3R, +3W || Init: +2 | Senses: Normal | Perception: +0 | Concentration: +5

Updated profile to reflect 25yrs old.
I almost added a *sigh* comment on that post when I saw that roll too...

I don't need your approval of me, thank you very much... I only need to be part of this expedition.

Jean lets the lockpicks drop which dematerializes a few seconds after hitting the hard packed soil. She merely nods at Dolga in acknowledgement, holding her tongue lest she losses the chance given to join the search.

After a few moments of observing her would-be companions, Jean turns to Palomia and says "So... you like cats?" She cautiously reaches out to Relas to scratch it behind the ears.

They say cats like being scratched here... I wonder if it's true?


M Tiefling Breaker 3 | AC 18/12/16, | HP 14/33 | FORT5 /REF3/WILL1 | 20ft.| INIT 4 PER 6 |

I bear no ill intentions ma'am, only the desire to help. The coin is an ample bonus. My hammer strikes true, you have my word.

I don't know why I am compelled to help these people, or why the coin is not my primary concern. Perhaps it is because I have spent so much time involving myself in their daily lives from afar, that I feel a connection to them. Besides, I could use the coin.


Female Human (Kellid) Slayer (Vanguard) 3; HP 31/5 (1 Con damage); AC 17 T 13 FF 14; Fort +5; Ref +6 Will +2 (+4 vs fear/emotion); CMB +5; CMD 18; Per +6; Init +6; Spd 20ft.

Askra considers Dolga for a long time. She looks across at the large woman, the magician and the woman with the... pet. A cloaked being that materialised from... somewhere. A gnome.

And this is the rescue party. Khonnir better hope we can work together.

"You know my grandfather well Dolga. Gaw Halfblood is not to be trifled with. I guess I'll make these my contribution, and a surety that you don't leave without me."

The staungh Kellid hefts the pig legs off her shoulders and onto the ground. She looks again at the old dwarf.

"I'll return as soon as I can. Don't let them leave without me."

Askra takes a last look at the mixed group of would be heroes, then turns away and heads off home.

TRO:
Askra will return home and give Gaw half her remaining gold (23 gold) as payment for leaving. Then she gathers her gear and returns to Torch and Dolga.


Female Gnome Cleric/3;HP 27/27; AC 17 T 13 FF 15; Fort +6; Ref +3 Will +6; CMB -1; CMD 11; Per +10; Init +2; Spd 20ft.

"Khonnir's no novice, he's probably just found something really interesting." Fijit offers hopefully. "Val says onetime he...VAL! Has anyone told Val yet?"


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Palomia turns to the young woman in black and gives her an appraising look before responding. "Not really, but Relas seems to find the feline form aesthetically pleasing. Besides, traveling with what seems to be a panther does wonders for making sure that some idiot doesn't decide to start trouble," she says with a smug smile.

She then looks around at the group at large and continues. "Palomia Kasic and my companion Relas, formerly of nowhere important - at your service."


CG Male Beast Eidolon 1 HP: 20/20 | AC: 18 | F: +8, R: +7, W: +6 | Perc: +4 | Stealth: +7 | Speed: 25 ft. | Senses: Dark Vision, Low-Light Vision, Scent 30 ft. (Imprecise) | Active Conditions:

Relas rumbles happily as the young woman reaches out and cautiously scratches him behind the ears. "It's good to meet you all! And Palo is right - there's just something about the feline form that speaks to me; she was nice enough to use her magic to give me a roughly equivalent appearance."

Grand Lodge

Female Human 2 Warpriest|AC17 T12 FF16|HP24/24 |F5 R1 W6 |Perc 3 |Init 3 |Sense Motive 8|Know Local 6|Climb 8|Surivival 7|Ferver 4

The big woman looks around at those gathered. "Name's Nashara. It's a pleasure to meet you all."


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Dolga turns to Fidget.
Ah Fidget, as Val's caretaker I would assume you'd be the one to tell her the news.

Dolga nods to the others.
So we have a party then. Thank the gods. Well now, why don't you all head to Baine's Foundy Tavern to inform Val and investigate his place for clues.

Dolga shouts out to Askra.
Young Askra, when you're done with old Gaw make haste to the Foundry Tavern.

You'll all arrive at the same time.

Grand Lodge

Female Human 2 Warpriest|AC17 T12 FF16|HP24/24 |F5 R1 W6 |Perc 3 |Init 3 |Sense Motive 8|Know Local 6|Climb 8|Surivival 7|Ferver 4

"Of course Dolga, we shall see it done." the large woman looks about at the gathered group. "To the Foundry then is it? Let's head that way." she concludes, a look of thoughtful determination on her face.

assuming we're heading to the tavern
Nashara recounts the directions Dolga gave to the tavern then sets about finding her way there. She seems quiet as the group makes their way.


M Tiefling Breaker 3 | AC 18/12/16, | HP 14/33 | FORT5 /REF3/WILL1 | 20ft.| INIT 4 PER 6 |

Still nervous, Kaad introduces himself before heading to the tavern.

I am Kaad. Pleased to make your acquaintances.

Kaad was new to companionship. Having been shunned by everyone growing up because of their fears, he had never really known friendship. He wondered what it would be like to share victories with someone. He had been a victim of prejudices many times before and he was more than concerned that the tavern would provide another opportunity for such. There was also the matter of the League. Ultimately, it felt like an introduction was the proper thing to do so with courage, he did it.


Female Human Arcanist 3 |HP: 14/14 |Arcane Reservoir: 4/6 |Create Gear: 6/7|AC 12, 12T, 10F |Saves: +1F, +3R, +3W || Init: +2 | Senses: Normal | Perception: +0 | Concentration: +5

Jean keeps scratching away at Relas, a small smile creeping onto her face, "Hi Palo and company. I am Jean, wizard apprentice to Baine majoring in conjuration. My focus is on the school of Creation, if that's any help."

Perception: 1d20 + 0 ⇒ (20) + 0 = 20

I suppose that's enough to hear Fijit...

Jean faces the female gnome with a surprised look on her face, "You know of the Professor and Val too? I don't believe I know you from before... though it has been some years since I left this town. Would you mind if I joined you to look for her? I have some things to ask of her as well."

Grand Lodge

Female Human 2 Warpriest|AC17 T12 FF16|HP24/24 |F5 R1 W6 |Perc 3 |Init 3 |Sense Motive 8|Know Local 6|Climb 8|Surivival 7|Ferver 4

"I'm not from here but here seems to be home, for now. My faith grants me great boons in combat. I've been tested more than once. I have some limited power as a healer as well. I had planned on purchasing a Wand of some sort so maybe if this search and rescue goes well..."

The big woman shrugs.

"Pharasma guide us." the large woman utters a common prayer as the assembled group travels toward it's destination.


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As you approach the crest of a small hill with Baine's house and adjacent workshop/tavern in sight, you hear a distinct shrill noise. A scream from an adolescent girl and the sound of crashing and broken glass. The noise is coming from the rear of the complex. Fidget and Jean are aware of a simple wooden door that provides an entrance.


Female Human Arcanist 3 |HP: 14/14 |Arcane Reservoir: 4/6 |Create Gear: 6/7|AC 12, 12T, 10F |Saves: +1F, +3R, +3W || Init: +2 | Senses: Normal | Perception: +0 | Concentration: +5

Is that...?

Jean completely forgets that she is a frail wizard and rushes up the hill, slamming the door open and shouts "Val! Is that you? Are you alright?"

She pulls the quarterstaff off her back and holds it in front of her, ready to fend off any attackers.


Female Human (Kellid) Slayer (Vanguard) 3; HP 31/5 (1 Con damage); AC 17 T 13 FF 14; Fort +5; Ref +6 Will +2 (+4 vs fear/emotion); CMB +5; CMD 18; Per +6; Init +6; Spd 20ft.

@TRO: I thought we were en route to the Foundry tavern. At this point I'm guessing Askra is heading back into town - has she also seen/heard this event?


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the foundry tavern and Baine's house are adjacent. You'll meet up with the party at the same time they reach the house


Female Human (Kellid) Slayer (Vanguard) 3; HP 31/5 (1 Con damage); AC 17 T 13 FF 14; Fort +5; Ref +6 Will +2 (+4 vs fear/emotion); CMB +5; CMD 18; Per +6; Init +6; Spd 20ft.

Ok, thanks for the heads up. Nice work so far. ;)


Female Human (Kellid) Slayer (Vanguard) 3; HP 31/5 (1 Con damage); AC 17 T 13 FF 14; Fort +5; Ref +6 Will +2 (+4 vs fear/emotion); CMB +5; CMD 18; Per +6; Init +6; Spd 20ft.

Askra hears a crash coming from the Baine residence and heads for the disturbance...


M Tiefling Breaker 3 | AC 18/12/16, | HP 14/33 | FORT5 /REF3/WILL1 | 20ft.| INIT 4 PER 6 |

Kaad draws his hammer instinctively and rushes to the disturbance.


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Palomia smiles politely and nods in acknowledgement as the rest of her new-found companions introduce themselves, but otherwise says little as the group begins to make their way towards the Foundry.

At least there's someone else who understands something about magic. Nashara looks capable enough...I don't know about Askra and gnomes are always a toss-up. Kaad looks sturdy, but I'll be amazed if we don't have people calling the crusaders after us..."

Lost in thought, she's startled by a sudden screaming and shattering of glass. "What in bla-OOF!" she exclaims, turning her gaze towards the sound just in time to be nearly bowled over by Relas as he chases after her companions, who seem to be heading towards a small house.

Grand Lodge

Female Human 2 Warpriest|AC17 T12 FF16|HP24/24 |F5 R1 W6 |Perc 3 |Init 3 |Sense Motive 8|Know Local 6|Climb 8|Surivival 7|Ferver 4

Nashara draws her greatsword and tries to keep up with the others as she hears the scream. She will do her best to follow those who know the way.


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The wooden door swings open with ease. Within the room you see a workshop with various equipment scattered around. To the left of the door and 15 feet away you see a large atomaton thrashing wildly. It looks like a large metal spider the size of a man with a red glowing eye and smooth, sharp metal legs. The thrashes at at workshop table scattering glass and tools to the floor.

Beneath the table is Val, a blonde girl in her mid teens, reaching for a a large metal wrench that's just out of reach. Her legs are snared in a metal contraption beneath the table that prevents her movement with a strong cable.

The atomaton is distracted. You receive a surprise round, then follow initiative.

Atomaton = 3


M Tiefling Breaker 3 | AC 18/12/16, | HP 14/33 | FORT5 /REF3/WILL1 | 20ft.| INIT 4 PER 6 |

Kaad attempts to deactivate the automaton the best way he knows how...with his hammer. Rushing in and making the quickest assessment of the situation possible, he brings the earthbreaker down upon the automaton.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (7) + 4 = 11

Damage: 2d6 + 4 ⇒ (3, 2) + 4 = 9


Female Human Arcanist 3 |HP: 14/14 |Arcane Reservoir: 4/6 |Create Gear: 6/7|AC 12, 12T, 10F |Saves: +1F, +3R, +3W || Init: +2 | Senses: Normal | Perception: +0 | Concentration: +5

Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (1) + 2 = 3

Jean swiftly steps aside to allow Kaad to charge at the automaton. She then closely inspects the mechanical marvel with a trained eye, looking for the cause of its rampage and weaknesses, particularly to disable it with minimal damage.

Knowledge, Engineering: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (7) + 8 = 15
We must stop it before Val gets hurt!

Then she waves her hand in a flourish and points a finger at it, casting Ray of Frost.

Androffan:

"Frost of the ancients, condense and grant me a flake of your power!"

Ranged Touch Attk: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (20) + 2 = 22 in-melee & cover not yet applied
Crit Confirm?: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (19) + 2 = 21
Frost Dmg: 2d3 ⇒ (2, 3) = 5


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@jean the automaton seems to me missing a leg and exposed wires. It randomly jitters every so often. It's reasonable to think that there is some sort of malfunction.


Female Gnome Cleric/3;HP 27/27; AC 17 T 13 FF 15; Fort +6; Ref +3 Will +6; CMB -1; CMD 11; Per +10; Init +2; Spd 20ft.

Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (12) + 2 = 14

"Hi Val, what's going on?" Fijit shouts over the clanking automaton. "Oh, dinner's gonna be late and your father's missing."


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I-I accidentally turned it on and it freaked out! Get it off me! Val exclaimes from under the table. She rolls over and covers her head just in time to dodge a large metal appendage.

Wait WHAT?


CG Male Beast Eidolon 1 HP: 20/20 | AC: 18 | F: +8, R: +7, W: +6 | Perc: +4 | Stealth: +7 | Speed: 25 ft. | Senses: Dark Vision, Low-Light Vision, Scent 30 ft. (Imprecise) | Active Conditions:

Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Relas bounds in after the rest of the group and gasps at the sight of the rampaging automaton. He attempts to scoot around Kaad and swipe at it with one paw.

Claw: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7
Damage: 1d4 + 2 ⇒ (3) + 2 = 5

"Palo, you have to come see this!"


Inactive

Initiative: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (4) + 2 = 6

Wow, talk about hivemind...

Palomia follows right on Relas' heels but screeches to a stop upon seeing the crazy automaton. Not wanting to venture too close, she instead mutters a quick incantation and snaps her fingers, sending a small orb of acid at it.

Cast Acid Splash.

Ranged Touch: 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (6) + 2 = 8
Damage: 1d3 ⇒ 2

Unfortunately the acid misses its mark, splashing against a nearby wall with a sizzling sound.


Female Human (Kellid) Slayer (Vanguard) 3; HP 31/5 (1 Con damage); AC 17 T 13 FF 14; Fort +5; Ref +6 Will +2 (+4 vs fear/emotion); CMB +5; CMD 18; Per +6; Init +6; Spd 20ft.

Initiative: 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (9) + 6 = 15

No idea what initiative order Kaad has - Askra is ahead of all other party members so far

Askra bursts in, oversize blade in hand. Seeing the metal monstrosity and Val in affray, Askra decides to act swiftly...amazingly slamming the blade into the window frame with a resounding *skropk*!!!

Shrang!: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (4) + 3 = 7 [1 BAB, +2 Str, +1 Weapon Focus, -1 PA]
Skropk!: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (4, 2) + 6 = 12 [+3 Two handed, +3 PA]


M Tiefling Breaker 3 | AC 18/12/16, | HP 14/33 | FORT5 /REF3/WILL1 | 20ft.| INIT 4 PER 6 |

Initiative: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19


M Tiefling Breaker 3 | AC 18/12/16, | HP 14/33 | FORT5 /REF3/WILL1 | 20ft.| INIT 4 PER 6 |

Kaad steps back and lifts the hammer again in hope of deactivating this outlandish device.

Attack: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13

Damage: 2d6 + 4 ⇒ (4, 1) + 4 = 9

Round one action assuming Kaad has the highest initiative roll.


Female Human (Kellid) Slayer (Vanguard) 3; HP 31/5 (1 Con damage); AC 17 T 13 FF 14; Fort +5; Ref +6 Will +2 (+4 vs fear/emotion); CMB +5; CMD 18; Per +6; Init +6; Spd 20ft.

Askra sees Kaad smash at the… thing twice in succession as she pulls her blade out of the woodwork with a sudden wrench and swings again at the creature also…her swing is even worse than the first, ending up in the other side of the now completely demolished window frame.

Round 1

Standard Action: Attack automaton.

Zaaw!: 1d20 + 1 + 2 + 1 - 2 ⇒ (5) + 1 + 2 + 1 - 2 = 7 [1 BAB, +2 Str, +1 Weapon Focus, -1 Power Attack]
Mash!: 2d6 + 3 + 3 ⇒ (3, 6) + 3 + 3 = 15 [+3 Two handed, +3 PA]

Grand Lodge

Female Human 2 Warpriest|AC17 T12 FF16|HP24/24 |F5 R1 W6 |Perc 3 |Init 3 |Sense Motive 8|Know Local 6|Climb 8|Surivival 7|Ferver 4

Inititiave: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (9) + 4 = 13
Supprise Round Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (10) + 5 = 15
Supprise Round Damage: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (6, 1) + 6 = 13

First Standard Round
Attack: 1d20 + 5 ⇒ (17) + 5 = 22
Damage: 2d6 + 6 ⇒ (5, 2) + 6 = 13

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