Elon calmly walks over to Phaedra and with is back to Flips he leans into her ear and whispers “he is making me nervous. Give me a couple hours to see if I can get some info on this ‘disput’ from my contacts” He stands up straight and with a small smile, waits for her approval.
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Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
"Ohh well..." the cleric seems a little taken back, looking directly into Elon's eyes. Thinking to herself, I imagine the Zhents are rather connected with the guilds, but then I wonder if the Harpers know anything about this as well?
Speaking up a little louder "Or maybe we could give Flaps this one last chance to make sure that everything is above board and that we know what we are getting ourselves into?"
Phaedra turns back towards Flaps, her hands planted on her hips. "I really do not like having to be so direct and untrusting, but as my mother would say the holy light of Elturgard's twin suns only illuminates the kingdom to its borders, beyond that radiance sits the rest of the realms, cast into shadow. As you may be able to tell Flaps, my mother is rather zealous in her adherence to her beliefs. As I am but I on the other hand trust that the Lady of Mysteries is guiding my path. Because I have that belief, I know that we meet here, this day, so that we could both help each other. So do you have anything to add?"
Waiting outside the coffee shop, and wondering what is taking everyone so long, Kestrell sees a larger than normal rat run out of the alley, pause, and run back in. Kestrell draws his hand crossbow and takes off in hot pursuit.
"Let's go, Bason! We're rat hunting!"
[OOC]: Survival to track the rat in the alley: 20 Perception to see the rat once it is tracked: 10 Attack to shoot the rat in the alley with his hand crossbow once the rat is seen: 13 Damage: 6
Flaps is rather taken aback by Phaedra's abruptness and a ken eye notices that he goes from shock to anger.
He starts off quietly, "I've given you the situation as I know it. I'm asking you to stage a rescue, bring my nephew back. I know not the hows or why or even the who's."
Flaps continues to talk, growing louder as he goes, "Do I have more information that would be valuable? More than likely. For example, I know that the build he's being held in has a roof access point. I know the home across the street is available for rent and would make a great place to observe the goings on. I know that the room Putty is being held in is near the sewer entrance in the basement. But your team asked no questions so I assumed that you must already know these things or know where you could learn them. So do not accuse me of holding back."
Taking a deep breath, Flaps continues, "I gave you the job description and the opportunity to ask questions. Had you more questions you could have simply asked rather than accusing me of holding back. I have no desire for you to fail. I have no son of my own, Putty means the world to me. Please. Please rescue him."
Kestrell - you follow, find and kill the rat. Good job!
"Off cause we will look into it... trust us Flaps. In our line it work it always pays to make sure you have all the information. That's how you know that we know what we are doing" she adds with a little smile.
"Soo..." she looks around at the rest of them "Kestrell? Bason!" Phaedra rolls her eyes as she looks out the door after the ranger and fighter.
Turning back towards Flaps, her ever present smiles beams across her face once again. "They wished to scout ahead, we will be in contact Flaps." The clerics holds up one hand and starts the trace the holy symbol of her goddess with one finger, the seven pointed star. "May the blessed light of Mystra guide you and aide our quest to clear your sons name and bring him back to you safe and sound."
After her prayer Phaedra exits the shops, walking into the street after the others. "I assume you both already know the little tidbits of information that Flaps just mentioned to me? About the roof access point, the house across the road that is for rent and the sewer access to the basement next to Putty's cell?" Her pale blue eyes flit from Silver to Kestrell. "If I recall correctly havn't we already had a little sojourn into the sewers of Waterdeep?"
Her attention turns to Elon when he exits the shop. "What do you think Elon? I don't know if we need to trouble others for more information about this situation. I believe he said all that he knows. He is just fearful for his son and wishes to have him returned."
Kestrell reloads his hand crossbow and hangs it back on his belt as Phaedra is talking. "Roof access? Rent? Sewer? Nope, first I've heard of it. But speaking of sewers, this city has one less rat roaming around, huzzah!"
Bason waits patiently outside with Kestrell. He's absentmindedly thinking of his next ale he's going to try out when Kestrell makes his declaration. He quickly moves forward, grabbing his own crossbow as he goes.
"Where's this scoundrel! .... Oh, you meant an actual rat... Good job?"
When the rest come out, he'll respond to Phaedra. "Apologies, I thought we were off. I can check in with my guild to see if there has been any rumblings between the baker's and plumbers."
Silver just nods in agreement as his companions agree to help "We have indeed - let's go have a look. After that I'll disappear and look into this with my contacts, see if maybe someone doesn't know a little bit about it that's on the streets."
"Well if you know the way, lead the way. I am new to this city and know how to find Trollskull manor, the inn with the Undermoutain entrance and the temple, that is about it."
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Yevna Galanodel - Wood Elf | Level 8 | Druid/Circle of Spores 6 - Ranger 2 - Ravnica Nyx - Satyr | Level 9 | Rouge/Swashbuckler 5 - Bard/Collage of Lore 4 - Lost Mine of Phandelver/Storm King's Thunder
"Speaking of The Yawning Portal, we definitely need to go back there and go down. I must see what is beyond that chamber! But, for now, yes, lead the way."
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Silver just nods "Well enjoy that..though don't think we will need to go through the sewers, but don't let me stop you from your fun."
With that he just leads them through the streets to the Baker's guild, stopping them just shy "We need a plan - might I suggest myself and one other will go in striking up casual conversation. The rest look around the building scouting it for possible entrances and one person maybe find a guard nearby - last ditch effort play we tell them our friend Putty has been taken against his will. They will need to investigate the possible violation of the code legal and it'll get the authorities involved. If no evidence truly exists we get putty out easily, with only two faces known it won't take all of us off the table for interacting with them when we may need something, we just can't ever use those two people."
With that he begins to check his weapons and then look around trying to spot the nearest guard, as he waits for an additional volunteer for direct interaction or a better plan.
OOC:
perception check to see any local guards around: 20
"Silver, that's a fine idea. I'll scout around back with a couple of folks. Give a holler if it all goes sideways and we'll bust in. Oh - if they have any fruit pies in there, pick up a couple will you?"
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Kestrell and Elon start walking behind the building looking for windows that could be used to get in, or a back door, or anything that looks like a cell.
Kestrell and Elon start walking behind the building looking for windows that could be used to get in, or a back door, or anything that looks like a cell.
While walking around you notice that there is a fair bit of traffic in the rear of the building and you get a few stares as people see you and wonder what you're doing back there. But no one actually says anything. You do find both windows and a back door, but everything you check appears to be locked.
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Elon calmly walks over to Phaedra and with is back to Flips he leans into her ear and whispers “he is making me nervous. Give me a couple hours to see if I can get some info on this ‘disput’ from my contacts” He stands up straight and with a small smile, waits for her approval.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
"Ohh well..." the cleric seems a little taken back, looking directly into Elon's eyes. Thinking to herself, I imagine the Zhents are rather connected with the guilds, but then I wonder if the Harpers know anything about this as well?
Speaking up a little louder "Or maybe we could give Flaps this one last chance to make sure that everything is above board and that we know what we are getting ourselves into?"
Phaedra turns back towards Flaps, her hands planted on her hips. "I really do not like having to be so direct and untrusting, but as my mother would say the holy light of Elturgard's twin suns only illuminates the kingdom to its borders, beyond that radiance sits the rest of the realms, cast into shadow. As you may be able to tell Flaps, my mother is rather zealous in her adherence to her beliefs. As I am but I on the other hand trust that the Lady of Mysteries is guiding my path. Because I have that belief, I know that we meet here, this day, so that we could both help each other. So do you have anything to add?"
Yevna Galanodel - Wood Elf | Level 8 | Druid/Circle of Spores 6 - Ranger 2 - Ravnica
Nyx - Satyr | Level 9 | Rouge/Swashbuckler 5 - Bard/Collage of Lore 4 - Lost Mine of Phandelver/Storm King's Thunder
Waiting outside the coffee shop, and wondering what is taking everyone so long, Kestrell sees a larger than normal rat run out of the alley, pause, and run back in. Kestrell draws his hand crossbow and takes off in hot pursuit.
"Let's go, Bason! We're rat hunting!"
[OOC]: Survival to track the rat in the alley: 20
Perception to see the rat once it is tracked: 10
Attack to shoot the rat in the alley with his hand crossbow once the rat is seen: 13
Damage: 6
Flaps is rather taken aback by Phaedra's abruptness and a ken eye notices that he goes from shock to anger.
He starts off quietly, "I've given you the situation as I know it. I'm asking you to stage a rescue, bring my nephew back. I know not the hows or why or even the who's."
Flaps continues to talk, growing louder as he goes, "Do I have more information that would be valuable? More than likely. For example, I know that the build he's being held in has a roof access point. I know the home across the street is available for rent and would make a great place to observe the goings on. I know that the room Putty is being held in is near the sewer entrance in the basement. But your team asked no questions so I assumed that you must already know these things or know where you could learn them. So do not accuse me of holding back."
Taking a deep breath, Flaps continues, "I gave you the job description and the opportunity to ask questions. Had you more questions you could have simply asked rather than accusing me of holding back. I have no desire for you to fail. I have no son of my own, Putty means the world to me. Please. Please rescue him."
Kestrell - you follow, find and kill the rat. Good job!
Campaigns:
DM - Waterdeep Dragon Heist PbP
"Off cause we will look into it... trust us Flaps. In our line it work it always pays to make sure you have all the information. That's how you know that we know what we are doing" she adds with a little smile.
"Soo..." she looks around at the rest of them "Kestrell? Bason!" Phaedra rolls her eyes as she looks out the door after the ranger and fighter.
Turning back towards Flaps, her ever present smiles beams across her face once again. "They wished to scout ahead, we will be in contact Flaps." The clerics holds up one hand and starts the trace the holy symbol of her goddess with one finger, the seven pointed star. "May the blessed light of Mystra guide you and aide our quest to clear your sons name and bring him back to you safe and sound."
After her prayer Phaedra exits the shops, walking into the street after the others. "I assume you both already know the little tidbits of information that Flaps just mentioned to me? About the roof access point, the house across the road that is for rent and the sewer access to the basement next to Putty's cell?" Her pale blue eyes flit from Silver to Kestrell. "If I recall correctly havn't we already had a little sojourn into the sewers of Waterdeep?"
Her attention turns to Elon when he exits the shop. "What do you think Elon? I don't know if we need to trouble others for more information about this situation. I believe he said all that he knows. He is just fearful for his son and wishes to have him returned."
Yevna Galanodel - Wood Elf | Level 8 | Druid/Circle of Spores 6 - Ranger 2 - Ravnica
Nyx - Satyr | Level 9 | Rouge/Swashbuckler 5 - Bard/Collage of Lore 4 - Lost Mine of Phandelver/Storm King's Thunder
Elon nods in agreement “let’s go have a look shall we” as he gestures in the general direction.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Kestrell reloads his hand crossbow and hangs it back on his belt as Phaedra is talking. "Roof access? Rent? Sewer? Nope, first I've heard of it. But speaking of sewers, this city has one less rat roaming around, huzzah!"
"Let's go!"
Bason waits patiently outside with Kestrell. He's absentmindedly thinking of his next ale he's going to try out when Kestrell makes his declaration. He quickly moves forward, grabbing his own crossbow as he goes.
"Where's this scoundrel! .... Oh, you meant an actual rat... Good job?"
When the rest come out, he'll respond to Phaedra. "Apologies, I thought we were off. I can check in with my guild to see if there has been any rumblings between the baker's and plumbers."
Silver just nods in agreement as his companions agree to help "We have indeed - let's go have a look. After that I'll disappear and look into this with my contacts, see if maybe someone doesn't know a little bit about it that's on the streets."
Campaigns:
Wildemount: The Felderwin Irregulars (2020) - Balassar Silverstone - Dragonborn Fighter (Rune Knight) Lv. 5 | Dangerous Designs - Kaelen Stoneshard - Minotaur Cleric (War Domain) Lv. 2 | Rise of TIamat - Aiwin Aralana - Wood Elf Fighter/Ranger (Arcane Archer/Gloom Stalker) Lv. 9
"Well if you know the way, lead the way. I am new to this city and know how to find Trollskull manor, the inn with the Undermoutain entrance and the temple, that is about it."
Yevna Galanodel - Wood Elf | Level 8 | Druid/Circle of Spores 6 - Ranger 2 - Ravnica
Nyx - Satyr | Level 9 | Rouge/Swashbuckler 5 - Bard/Collage of Lore 4 - Lost Mine of Phandelver/Storm King's Thunder
"Speaking of The Yawning Portal, we definitely need to go back there and go down. I must see what is beyond that chamber! But, for now, yes, lead the way."
Elon follows the others but keeps a eye out for anything unusual. Flaps may have been followed and in turn they are being watched.
perception 22
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Silver just sighs "Right away mistress." he says as he begins to lead the group.
Campaigns:
Wildemount: The Felderwin Irregulars (2020) - Balassar Silverstone - Dragonborn Fighter (Rune Knight) Lv. 5 | Dangerous Designs - Kaelen Stoneshard - Minotaur Cleric (War Domain) Lv. 2 | Rise of TIamat - Aiwin Aralana - Wood Elf Fighter/Ranger (Arcane Archer/Gloom Stalker) Lv. 9
Phaedra raises an eyebrow at the half drows comment but says nothing as she follows along with the group.
Yevna Galanodel - Wood Elf | Level 8 | Druid/Circle of Spores 6 - Ranger 2 - Ravnica
Nyx - Satyr | Level 9 | Rouge/Swashbuckler 5 - Bard/Collage of Lore 4 - Lost Mine of Phandelver/Storm King's Thunder
"Keep your eyes peeled for rats. My trigger finger is getting itchy."
Silver just nods "Well enjoy that..though don't think we will need to go through the sewers, but don't let me stop you from your fun."
With that he just leads them through the streets to the Baker's guild, stopping them just shy "We need a plan - might I suggest myself and one other will go in striking up casual conversation. The rest look around the building scouting it for possible entrances and one person maybe find a guard nearby - last ditch effort play we tell them our friend Putty has been taken against his will. They will need to investigate the possible violation of the code legal and it'll get the authorities involved. If no evidence truly exists we get putty out easily, with only two faces known it won't take all of us off the table for interacting with them when we may need something, we just can't ever use those two people."
With that he begins to check his weapons and then look around trying to spot the nearest guard, as he waits for an additional volunteer for direct interaction or a better plan.
OOC:
perception check to see any local guards around: 20
Campaigns:
Wildemount: The Felderwin Irregulars (2020) - Balassar Silverstone - Dragonborn Fighter (Rune Knight) Lv. 5 | Dangerous Designs - Kaelen Stoneshard - Minotaur Cleric (War Domain) Lv. 2 | Rise of TIamat - Aiwin Aralana - Wood Elf Fighter/Ranger (Arcane Archer/Gloom Stalker) Lv. 9
"Silver, that's a fine idea. I'll scout around back with a couple of folks. Give a holler if it all goes sideways and we'll bust in. Oh - if they have any fruit pies in there, pick up a couple will you?"
Elon pipes up “I will go with itchy finger here and scout around” and follows him.
Elon Andrael- High Elf sorcerer- Waterdeep Dragon Heist
Tomac- goliath barbarian- Yet Another Storm Kings Thunder
Kestrell and Elon start walking behind the building looking for windows that could be used to get in, or a back door, or anything that looks like a cell.
Investigation: 5
While walking around you notice that there is a fair bit of traffic in the rear of the building and you get a few stares as people see you and wonder what you're doing back there. But no one actually says anything. You do find both windows and a back door, but everything you check appears to be locked.
Campaigns:
DM - Waterdeep Dragon Heist PbP