Janter addresses the man. "I apologize, sir, regarding my previous deceitful statements of working for a lady intent on obtaining an artifact. The truth is, we were hired to protect merchants in the area, and were accosted by brigands intent on stealing such magical artifact if it happened to be being shipped elsewhere. I fear if such item is in your possession, evil doers may do harm to you if in fact the magical energies emanating from your home draw them to you. Perhaps you would allow me to at least show you what it is that does not want to be hidden? Then we can discuss how best to protect you and whatever the artifact may be."
He watches Gedyr walking away, and adds "That's a good idea, Gedyr, Check the area for signs of us being followed. We wouldn't want surprise visitors. And make sure the house is secure."
The old man still looks puzzled, "Still don't really know what you're talking about...didn't even know you were lying about working for a lady. And I'm pretty sure there's no magic item in my home, not much in the way of tools beside the farm trade and cooking. But if you want to come in, feel free, I'll tell Martha we have some guests." He gets up and slowly walks to the door. He spot Gedyr and gives him a small wave, "If you see Berry, tell her supper is almost done and she can finish weeding tomorrow." He opens the door, "Martha, we have some guests!" He shouts as best as he can.
I understand it likely won't be a while still, but just for the record, I'm ready to have my character reappear as having just gotten back from town whenever you find it expedient.)
"Let's go find it, then". Janter follow him inside, bringing out his tools and begins the rap a tap tapping detect magic ritual to guide them to the source.
Inside is a nice rustic home, with a large rooms and homemade furniture. A pleasant smell starts to fill the house as someone is making tea and its tinged with some fresh fruits starting to be cooked. But what really captures your attention is a shield above the fireplace, it hums with magical energy. It is hung with a shortsword behind it with some obvious rust to it due to time. "Ain't much here but please make yourselves at home. I'll help my wife set up the plates."
@ Gedyr
Behind the house is a small farm for flowers along with a coop. Some chickens go about as a young lass with short red hair spreads feed for them. There is an entrance into the house but there is no obvious signs of hostile people or monsters nearby, just villagers and some farm animals. The lass looks at you oddly, "Mister? If you want to see my grandpa, he's probably in the front or inside. If so, just knock and he'll meet you in a bit." She goes back to tending to the chickens as she ducks into coop.
@ Elwin & Kosh
(Mostly need a few posts in, then you'll be back in town. Most likely after a major decision or action.)
Yuno stares at the shield and jabs Janter on the side with her elbow. She then points to the shield and says, "Oi, you think that's what triggered your wizard sense or whatever it is?"
"That there are some by the roads, right? My gramps took in a few of their victims to help them out but that about all I know. Why? Did they attack another one?" The girl asks from inside the coop.
"Magic? Don't really know what you're talking about unless your talking about my wife's pies. Best in town they are." The old man says.
While they are talking Gedyr is going to attempt to sneak around to the back side and search for another entrance:
stealth 14
Janter addresses the man. "I apologize, sir, regarding my previous deceitful statements of working for a lady intent on obtaining an artifact. The truth is, we were hired to protect merchants in the area, and were accosted by brigands intent on stealing such magical artifact if it happened to be being shipped elsewhere. I fear if such item is in your possession, evil doers may do harm to you if in fact the magical energies emanating from your home draw them to you. Perhaps you would allow me to at least show you what it is that does not want to be hidden? Then we can discuss how best to protect you and whatever the artifact may be."
He watches Gedyr walking away, and adds "That's a good idea, Gedyr, Check the area for signs of us being followed. We wouldn't want surprise visitors. And make sure the house is secure."
Me, Myself, and I
The old man still looks puzzled, "Still don't really know what you're talking about...didn't even know you were lying about working for a lady. And I'm pretty sure there's no magic item in my home, not much in the way of tools beside the farm trade and cooking. But if you want to come in, feel free, I'll tell Martha we have some guests." He gets up and slowly walks to the door. He spot Gedyr and gives him a small wave, "If you see Berry, tell her supper is almost done and she can finish weeding tomorrow." He opens the door, "Martha, we have some guests!" He shouts as best as he can.
Yuno wants to ask the group if they want her to stab the old man but she doesn't say so since that might cause people to get on their backs.
(OOC @Visrt:
I understand it likely won't be a while still, but just for the record, I'm ready to have my character reappear as having just gotten back from town whenever you find it expedient.)
Whistler
Titus - V. Human Battle Master Fighter 3 - [Pic] - [Pic2] - [Traits] - in Shadowglass
Locke - V. Human Shadow Monk 3 / Undead Warlock 2 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in FOW - DMless West Marches
Flèche - V. Human Swords Bard 10 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in The Scarlet Mist
Sterling - V. Human Bard 1 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in Bards: Dragon Heist
>> New FOW threat & treasure tables: fow-advanced-threat-tables.pdf fow-advanced-treasure-table.pdf
"Let's go find it, then". Janter follow him inside, bringing out his tools and begins the rap a tap tapping detect magic ritual to guide them to the source.
Me, Myself, and I
@ Yuno & Janter
Inside is a nice rustic home, with a large rooms and homemade furniture. A pleasant smell starts to fill the house as someone is making tea and its tinged with some fresh fruits starting to be cooked. But what really captures your attention is a shield above the fireplace, it hums with magical energy. It is hung with a shortsword behind it with some obvious rust to it due to time. "Ain't much here but please make yourselves at home. I'll help my wife set up the plates."
@ Gedyr
Behind the house is a small farm for flowers along with a coop. Some chickens go about as a young lass with short red hair spreads feed for them. There is an entrance into the house but there is no obvious signs of hostile people or monsters nearby, just villagers and some farm animals. The lass looks at you oddly, "Mister? If you want to see my grandpa, he's probably in the front or inside. If so, just knock and he'll meet you in a bit." She goes back to tending to the chickens as she ducks into coop.
@ Elwin & Kosh
(Mostly need a few posts in, then you'll be back in town. Most likely after a major decision or action.)
Yuno stares at the shield and jabs Janter on the side with her elbow. She then points to the shield and says, "Oi, you think that's what triggered your wizard sense or whatever it is?"
Gedyr will talk to the lass. "You wouldn't happen to know anything about bandits outside of town do you?"
@ Gedyr
"That there are some by the roads, right? My gramps took in a few of their victims to help them out but that about all I know. Why? Did they attack another one?" The girl asks from inside the coop.
(OOC: Bump? Are we still interested in this?)
Whistler
Titus - V. Human Battle Master Fighter 3 - [Pic] - [Pic2] - [Traits] - in Shadowglass
Locke - V. Human Shadow Monk 3 / Undead Warlock 2 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in FOW - DMless West Marches
Flèche - V. Human Swords Bard 10 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in The Scarlet Mist
Sterling - V. Human Bard 1 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in Bards: Dragon Heist
>> New FOW threat & treasure tables: fow-advanced-threat-tables.pdf fow-advanced-treasure-table.pdf
ooc: I"m assuming this is a dead end investigation....Gedyr is ready to move on back for another mission.