Tam instantly gets a private lesson from Florence Quickblade who spots her in the crowd, and is immediately mesmerized by her exotic appearance and posture...he waves her over..."It would give me great honor to instruct you for free, Madam. Your presence is reward enough" He twists his mustache, combs his hair back with a flick of the wrist, and winks at her in a suave/sleazy way.
"Here, take these knives, and try hitting the target..."
His assistant rolls her eyes, lights a cigarette and walks away, back to their tent.
Tam nods at Elwin, entirely pleased with herself, and takes the knives from QB.
Mirroring his tone and running her fingers down the center of a blade, she winks and says, "Why...these knives are so sharp and pointy. Just perfect for sticking them into something, real good and tight."
She then feels the weight of it in her hand, and asks him if this is where/how she's supposed to stand.
Not really waiting for him to correct her, she takes her shot, "Oops, I was too excited."
To hit the target = 23
Pls let me know if I rolled that correctly in the roller. Still getting used to it.
Clapping her hands and giggling with a bit of a bounce, "I totally did it! Was that right?"
Elwin grins at Tam's success, both in persuasion and knife-throwing. He figured she'd have some skill with blades; now, it was just a matter of her getting to speak with Florence covertly.
He continued to occasionally look out over the crowd while keeping a close eye on Florence, Tam and the announcer.
Another Perception Check, if needed (yeah, he's probably being overly-vigilant here) - 11
X continued looking threw the window as he analyzed the inside of the tavern trying identify people that might be of key interest,using there clothing as a good indicator for how important they might be, things like badges of prestige and fancy clothing or armor where what he believed to be important things for status.
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Marvarax andSora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
Meanwhile, Tori and X make their way to the Middle Peak, and the Tavern District, past the Ancestral Cemetery, and the City Garrison, right at the intersection of the Guild District and the Granit Clan Forges. Tori wildshapes into a bird, getting a stunning panoramic view of the City as she flies over, with all three bridges, people zip lining between the Peaks, the High Peak, with the imposing Granit Palace, the Grand Observatory and the Temple of Moradin. In the distance, she can see Alliance Eagle riders practicing flyby drills between the mountaintops. And in between the buildings, thousands of random people scuttling around the crowded streets like ants.
As she flies over the Tavern district, the thick fog and chimney smoke above the rooftops forces her to land across the Rusty Axe, perched on top of a dingy house facing the even dingier Tavern. Loud drunken noises emanate from the place, and within a minute of observing, she notices a man get literally thrown out by two burly looking Half-Orcs with scarred faces, who proceed to kick the living crap out of him. One of the Half Orcs spits on the man, while the other one bends down toward him and quietly says "This is what happens when you don't pay the Gingerbread Man...this is just a warning. We won't be so nice next time." They then casually walk back into the Rusty Axe...
Shortly after, X arrives, with everyone in the streets giving him all kinds of weird looks...
Tori's short flight was awe inspiring. What a huge town, with so many places to visit. She particularly wanted to try the zip line with Tam when the group was reunited… ;-)
She clears her mind as she gracefully lands upon a rotting shingle, talons toying with the soft wood. Her eagle eyes scan the area and immediately find X. She cocks her feathery face at the scene below… she'd be laughing if she had the tongue for it; X41's huge bulk pressed up against a window, so obviously spying was a comedic sight to be sure!
She sees the doors fly open and the unfortunate patron land on his ass in the mud. "This is all just so fun",she thinks. Hopping from the roof, she glides down and lands deftly on X's shoulder. She taps a talon against his shiny carapace and gives a soft chirp.
The eagle suddenly begins to lengthen, feathers replaced by red skin, horns jutting from above the beak, tail feathers replaced by a sassy tail. As the final details of her Tiefling form begin to solidify, Tori hops from the Warforged's back, rolling once before coming to stand at her full size.
"Miss me, Ironside?!"she smiles and nibbles her lip.
"Did you see the commotion out front? I think we've got a lead! I'm going to try something…"
Walking into a shadowy area a ways off from the rejected bar patron, she pulls her Amulet of Mielikki from her cloak and presses it against her chest with her left hand. Squatting down to balance on the balls of her feet, she glances up towards the man, eyes ablaze with small green flames.
She brings her right hand out in front of her, palm down, and lets it fall to the ground. As her sharp nails dig into the street, a tremor begins to radiate from her. She focuses all her energy on the man, shaking the ground beneath him to get him on his feet, in the same moment she opens her mouth and lets out a Raven's croak to get his attention.
(Thaumaturgy, 2 simultaneous illusions. Well, 3 with the eye flames I guess. LoL)
As she waits for the man's reaction, she drops her fingers from her Amulet into her belt pouch and pulls a small sprig of mistletoe from it, crushing the dry leaves between her fingers and blowing them towards the man. She licks her lips and shifts in her boots as the warmth of the Charm washes over her, leaving her excited and tingly. She can't help but shiver a bit and giggle.
Charm Person - target must make a Wisdom savings throw or be charmed
X was quiet surprised by the tiefling suddenly landing on his back and then rolling away as the feathers fluttered around her from her previous form, X scratched the back of head a bit looking at her “ah, good to see you made it here safely” he commented
then the large juggernaut watched her go up the patron who had been cast out as she began to cast her spell, he wasn’t completely sure of what the spell was and began to carefully take notes of the scene
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Marvarax andSora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
As Tam hits the bullseye on the target, Florence's eyes widen..."Great shot! You are a natural at this! If I didn't know any better, I would think you've done this before...Have you ever considered going pro?"
Elwyn doesn't spot anything out of the ordinary, besides the crowd of people around him.
Meanwhile, in the Tavern District's seedy underbelly, Tori approaches the beaten up (Human) man on the ground. OOC he rolled a whoping 4 on his Wisdom save. He is completely mesmerized by her, looking up from his muddy spot, covered in blood and bruises..."Am I dead? Are you an Angel, here to take me to the Celestial Planes?"
As Tam hits the bullseye on the target, Florence's eyes widen..."Great shot! You are a natural at this! If I didn't know any better, I would think you've done this before...Have you ever considered going pro?"
Placing her hand on his arm, "You know...just fooling around a bit, here and there." Gesturing with her other hand, "Nothing as organized as this...and never with a person on the other end." Her eyes going wide with awe and nodding.
"I think I'll need more practice before being able to do what you do," running her fingers down his arm.
Turning to Elwin and giving him a wink, "Besides, my pal here and I are in this together. Perhaps, we could all discuss the possibilities somewhere more intimate?" *flashing them both a smile*
Continuing, "We'd love to know more about the carnival life, too. What draws you to this lifestyle? Do you get to travel a lot? All the good stuff."
Florence blushes a bit, and invites both Tam and Elwyn to his tent. Inside lay three bedrolls, a small wooden table and three wooden crates doubling up as chairs. On the table, a glass bottle full of an unknown liquid stands at the center, surrounded by three dirty glasses and plates.
He sits down, and lights a cigar. The smell of stale tobacco, booze and cheap incense fill the tent...
"You want to know more about the Life, ey? Well I've been with the Families my whole life. Me and the Old Charriot just crossed Talaveroth all the way from the Lowlands in the West...helping the Rock Gnome and Hill Dwarf Resistance against the Drow invasion. Good business to be made..."
Elwin instinctively looked around the tent before walking over to a crate and sitting down. He turned to Tam, and sensing approval--he hoped he wasn't mistaken--he turned to Florence.
"I'm sure you have come from quite a ways, sir... but to be honest, we're really here for something else. You do know Gavin, of the Hanging Chicken, yes?" He paused a second, trying to gauge Florence's reaction, while hoping for a truthful response. "In any case, he's sent us to call in a favor that you owe him. And it seems like it might not be a pleasant one."He sighs before continuing, as if in sympathy. His renewed voice was low, quiet:
"The Gingerbread Man."
Truthfully, in Elwin's mind it was a somewhat whimsical name, more like one chosen by a street scoundrel than a crime boss. But if it carried weight, he figured speaking it, letting it linger in the air a bit, would make that weight evident on the face of their host. He eyed Florence for a second more before resuming.
Insight Check to gauge Florence's reaction to both Gavin's name and the Gingerbread Man (+0): 16
"We need to locate this man, and Gavin thinks he may have connections with some of the Families. What do you know of all this? " He scooted forward on his crate at this point, and leaned in toward the slick-haired Halfling, lowering his voice still further. "Do you think you could assist us in finding him?"He pressed on with his plea, earnestly. "You may be our only chance at this, sir. ANY help you could provide would be appreciated."
Persuasion Check to convince Florence to help (+3): 6 - oof, maybe a little too earnest!
Tam's mouth drops fully open. This lad has absolutely no subtlety...or manners!
She remembers a plan, they talked about said plan...
She may have to kill him.
QB was already giving them good info!
*internal face palm*
Looking over at the little shit...he just keeps talking. He said the name out-loud! Anyone could be listening...they don't even have to be here to do so either!
*makes mental note to bring Tori next time*
If this goes sideways, she was definitely going to have to kill him. Slowly.
Tam also looks over the room for weapons now and gauging QB's reaction. He's been skirmishing...warring, and she understands the tells of another solider.
Perception check for weapons and QB response = 14
(OOC: ugh, she's too shocked to see anything)
Tam shifts in her seat to be in the best place to grab a weapon of her own, if needed.
If things start to go sideways, Tam's going to step in to try and placate QB.
Persuasion Check to calm the situation, if needed = 6
Meanwhile, in the Tavern District's seedy underbelly, Tori approaches the beaten up (Human) man on the ground. OOC he rolled a whoping 4 on his Wisdom save. He is completely mesmerized by her, looking up from his muddy spot, covered in blood and bruises..."Am I dead? Are you an Angel, here to take me to the Celestial Planes?"
Tori stands up slowly, making sure to jiggle towards the man in all the right places as she beckons him into the alleyway.
She turns to X41 for a moment - "Mind blocking the alleyway, Big Fellah? I'm going to have a talk with our friend here and I have this funny feeling you're a Pro at keeping villagers away."
She leads the man into the shadows and then pushes him back into the mud, jumping on top of him and giggling.
"I'm no angel, Hon'. Quite the opposite, in fact"she hisses, as she sets the mood with a light slap across his dirty face.
"Let's get down to it - you're going to tell me EVERYTHING you know about the Cookiedou... shit! Gingerbread man! I really don't think you can say no to me, can you?"
She runs her claws across his Adam's apple and down his chest, ripping his frock open a few inches. Her fingers stop at his solar plexus and she holds her index finger above it, her claw applying slight pressure to the sensitive area. Her eyes become large and moist as she stares into his, and they seem to be spiraling eternally into his soul. She runs her other hand through his hair and strange whispers fill his ears - "Tell us, tell us everything, trust ussss..."
She leans down and flicks out her forked tongue, licking his ear lobe and along his cheek to his lips. As she begins gyrating her hips firmly across him, she begs quietly- "Please, please tell me. I need you."
X stood in the alleyway watching the scene go on a bit as he blocked off the entrance likely assuring that most of the villagers would stay away from it. but still the scene infront of him perplexed the living automaton. While he had plenty of expression with interrogation and information getting this confused him as he analyzed the scene. He deiceded he would question the tiefling later or step up if this approach didn't work
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Marvarax andSora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
The Charmed Man is paralyzed by fear and awkward arousal as Tori "interrogates" him in the back alley. "Okay, okay! I have a massive debt with the thieves Guild, and recently these men approached me, saying they would pay it off if I would pay them instead. I didn't realize they'd be ten times worse. Now, they're asking me for money AND favors. And they're not asking nicely, either..they want me to kidnap people for them..."
Tori leans in close - "You are going to take me to the person you're supposed to kidnap, and we're going to kidnap them, whether you like it or not."
She rolls her eyes - Mielikki help me, what have I gotten myself into...
"We are going - NOW. Before we get to stealing any poor souls, we are definitely going to do some surveillance..."she pulls the drunk out of the mud and gives him a rough smack against his half-mast.
"I want you to mark the drop location on a map for me, draw it if you have to. For now, let's go sneak around this quarry you're meant to secure. I want to hear the entire story though. No more vague info, I need to know everything you know."
She turns to X41. "Is there anything you'd like to add? Go ahead and question him on the way, if so. We're leaving! Lead the way, you Wastrel"she orders the drunk, giving him a friendly spank.
She tosses her arm around his shoulder jovially and tickles his ear with the tip of her tail as they walk - "So, what's your name anyway, lil buddy?"
X looked at the person for a second as his eyes began to turn to there usual red color "analysis... race:human occupation:unknown Threat level:lower" X's eyes then turned back to there usual pit black sockets as his gazed turned to Tori before shaking his head making a quiet clanking noise "I do not possess any questions"
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Marvarax andSora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
X’s head tilted a bit as he gazed at the tiefling his metallic platting could be heard shifting slightly, if he could he could be giving Tori a questioning look, he thought for a second before replying “I’m not sure why you’d want me to loosen up bit..I believe I would enjoy being your friend”
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Marvarax andSora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
Meanwhile, Elwyn and Tam are still conversing with Florence Quickblade. As Elwyn mentions Gavin, the Halfling ***** knife thrower smiles. "Ah, that redheaded Barkeep son of Shorgreg the Ugly. He does have all kinds of aces up his sleeves after all...yeah, I might owe him a favor or two..."
However, the mention of the Gingerbread Man quickly shifts his mood and expression to one of fear and concern...
"Some Family members have been acting very strange lately, and making very shady deals with this new Kingpin. I don't like it one bit...kidnappings, murders, human trafficking...its starting to seriously hurt the Family's reputation. Gypsies are already frowned upon enough, without having to deal with this kind of publicity. All I know is that some good, fun-loving people are making deals with him, and coming back...changed...not fun-loving anymore...like shells of their former selves, puppets of this ******* monster...if you're gonna try and stop him, you best be REAL careful...this bloak does not **** around. And his influence is growing. There's this Tavern (OOC that X and Tori are at)...people go there to make business with him, and often times never come out. Our suspicion is that he's got some kind of underground network connected to that Tavern...."
As he pauses and reflects, Florence is interrupted...an arrow flies through the tent, piercing the canvas and landing right in his throat. He coughs up blood and some greenish substance, and starts to convulse on the floor, bleeding out....
Tam and Elwyn, ROLL INITIATIVE!
Back in the Tavern District (cue in GTA 5 style "zoom-out/zoom back in on the City map"), the beaten drunkard informs Tori and X that his target is a modest Alchemist from the Guild District. His shop is right by the Alchemists Guild Halls.
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OOC: Boom!
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Flèche - V. Human Swords Bard 10 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in The Scarlet Mist
Sterling - V. Human Bard 1 - [Pic] - [Traits] - in Bards: Dragon Heist
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Tam instantly gets a private lesson from Florence Quickblade who spots her in the crowd, and is immediately mesmerized by her exotic appearance and posture...he waves her over..."It would give me great honor to instruct you for free, Madam. Your presence is reward enough" He twists his mustache, combs his hair back with a flick of the wrist, and winks at her in a suave/sleazy way.
"Here, take these knives, and try hitting the target..."
His assistant rolls her eyes, lights a cigarette and walks away, back to their tent.
Tam nods at Elwin, entirely pleased with herself, and takes the knives from QB.
Mirroring his tone and running her fingers down the center of a blade, she winks and says, "Why...these knives are so sharp and pointy. Just perfect for sticking them into something, real good and tight."
She then feels the weight of it in her hand, and asks him if this is where/how she's supposed to stand.
Not really waiting for him to correct her, she takes her shot, "Oops, I was too excited."
To hit the target = 23
Pls let me know if I rolled that correctly in the roller. Still getting used to it.
Clapping her hands and giggling with a bit of a bounce, "I totally did it! Was that right?"
Tamlynn [Pic] | Half-Elf | Ranger, Horizon Walker - Lvl 6 | Talaveroth (sub-campaign 3)
Hadar Ilkin [Pic] | Half-Orc | Ranger, Gloom Stalker - Lvl 4 | Bane of Kerakys
Mistress of Game | Death Inspectors
Mistress of Game | Into the Werewoods
Elwin grins at Tam's success, both in persuasion and knife-throwing. He figured she'd have some skill with blades; now, it was just a matter of her getting to speak with Florence covertly.
He continued to occasionally look out over the crowd while keeping a close eye on Florence, Tam and the announcer.
Another Perception Check, if needed (yeah, he's probably being overly-vigilant here) - 11
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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
X continued looking threw the window as he analyzed the inside of the tavern trying identify people that might be of key interest,using there clothing as a good indicator for how important they might be, things like badges of prestige and fancy clothing or armor where what he believed to be important things for status.
Marvarax and Sora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
Tori's short flight was awe inspiring. What a huge town, with so many places to visit. She particularly wanted to try the zip line with Tam when the group was reunited… ;-)
She clears her mind as she gracefully lands upon a rotting shingle, talons toying with the soft wood. Her eagle eyes scan the area and immediately find X. She cocks her feathery face at the scene below… she'd be laughing if she had the tongue for it; X41's huge bulk pressed up against a window, so obviously spying was a comedic sight to be sure!
She sees the doors fly open and the unfortunate patron land on his ass in the mud. "This is all just so fun", she thinks. Hopping from the roof, she glides down and lands deftly on X's shoulder. She taps a talon against his shiny carapace and gives a soft chirp.
The eagle suddenly begins to lengthen, feathers replaced by red skin, horns jutting from above the beak, tail feathers replaced by a sassy tail. As the final details of her Tiefling form begin to solidify, Tori hops from the Warforged's back, rolling once before coming to stand at her full size.
"Miss me, Ironside?!" she smiles and nibbles her lip.
"Did you see the commotion out front? I think we've got a lead! I'm going to try something…"
Walking into a shadowy area a ways off from the rejected bar patron, she pulls her Amulet of Mielikki from her cloak and presses it against her chest with her left hand. Squatting down to balance on the balls of her feet, she glances up towards the man, eyes ablaze with small green flames.
She brings her right hand out in front of her, palm down, and lets it fall to the ground. As her sharp nails dig into the street, a tremor begins to radiate from her. She focuses all her energy on the man, shaking the ground beneath him to get him on his feet, in the same moment she opens her mouth and lets out a Raven's croak to get his attention.
(Thaumaturgy, 2 simultaneous illusions. Well, 3 with the eye flames I guess. LoL)
As she waits for the man's reaction, she drops her fingers from her Amulet into her belt pouch and pulls a small sprig of mistletoe from it, crushing the dry leaves between her fingers and blowing them towards the man. She licks her lips and shifts in her boots as the warmth of the Charm washes over her, leaving her excited and tingly. She can't help but shiver a bit and giggle.
Charm Person - target must make a Wisdom savings throw or be charmed
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Gwyllen Øyvund - Level 4 / Human Variant / Warlock, Fey Touched Archanist of the Raven Queen - Death Inspectors
Torment Malichar - Level 8 / Tiefling / Druid of the Underdark, Cleric of Mielikki - Knights of the Hanging Chicken (Team 3)
Master Shovel of the Sandbox - Bane of Kerakys
X was quiet surprised by the tiefling suddenly landing on his back and then rolling away as the feathers fluttered around her from her previous form, X scratched the back of head a bit looking at her “ah, good to see you made it here safely” he commented
then the large juggernaut watched her go up the patron who had been cast out as she began to cast her spell, he wasn’t completely sure of what the spell was and began to carefully take notes of the scene
Marvarax and Sora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
As Tam hits the bullseye on the target, Florence's eyes widen..."Great shot! You are a natural at this! If I didn't know any better, I would think you've done this before...Have you ever considered going pro?"
Elwyn doesn't spot anything out of the ordinary, besides the crowd of people around him.
Meanwhile, in the Tavern District's seedy underbelly, Tori approaches the beaten up (Human) man on the ground. OOC he rolled a whoping 4 on his Wisdom save. He is completely mesmerized by her, looking up from his muddy spot, covered in blood and bruises..."Am I dead? Are you an Angel, here to take me to the Celestial Planes?"
Placing her hand on his arm, "You know...just fooling around a bit, here and there." Gesturing with her other hand, "Nothing as organized as this...and never with a person on the other end." Her eyes going wide with awe and nodding.
"I think I'll need more practice before being able to do what you do," running her fingers down his arm.
Turning to Elwin and giving him a wink, "Besides, my pal here and I are in this together. Perhaps, we could all discuss the possibilities somewhere more intimate?" *flashing them both a smile*
Continuing, "We'd love to know more about the carnival life, too. What draws you to this lifestyle? Do you get to travel a lot? All the good stuff."
If she needs another Persuasion Check = 8
(Hoping she doesn't)
Tamlynn [Pic] | Half-Elf | Ranger, Horizon Walker - Lvl 6 | Talaveroth (sub-campaign 3)
Hadar Ilkin [Pic] | Half-Orc | Ranger, Gloom Stalker - Lvl 4 | Bane of Kerakys
Mistress of Game | Death Inspectors
Mistress of Game | Into the Werewoods
Florence blushes a bit, and invites both Tam and Elwyn to his tent. Inside lay three bedrolls, a small wooden table and three wooden crates doubling up as chairs. On the table, a glass bottle full of an unknown liquid stands at the center, surrounded by three dirty glasses and plates.
He sits down, and lights a cigar. The smell of stale tobacco, booze and cheap incense fill the tent...
"You want to know more about the Life, ey? Well I've been with the Families my whole life. Me and the Old Charriot just crossed Talaveroth all the way from the Lowlands in the West...helping the Rock Gnome and Hill Dwarf Resistance against the Drow invasion. Good business to be made..."
Elwin instinctively looked around the tent before walking over to a crate and sitting down. He turned to Tam, and sensing approval--he hoped he wasn't mistaken--he turned to Florence.
"I'm sure you have come from quite a ways, sir... but to be honest, we're really here for something else. You do know Gavin, of the Hanging Chicken, yes?" He paused a second, trying to gauge Florence's reaction, while hoping for a truthful response. "In any case, he's sent us to call in a favor that you owe him. And it seems like it might not be a pleasant one." He sighs before continuing, as if in sympathy. His renewed voice was low, quiet:
"The Gingerbread Man."
Truthfully, in Elwin's mind it was a somewhat whimsical name, more like one chosen by a street scoundrel than a crime boss. But if it carried weight, he figured speaking it, letting it linger in the air a bit, would make that weight evident on the face of their host. He eyed Florence for a second more before resuming.
"We need to locate this man, and Gavin thinks he may have connections with some of the Families. What do you know of all this? " He scooted forward on his crate at this point, and leaned in toward the slick-haired Halfling, lowering his voice still further. "Do you think you could assist us in finding him?" He pressed on with his plea, earnestly. "You may be our only chance at this, sir. ANY help you could provide would be appreciated."
Persuasion Check to convince Florence to help (+3): 6 - oof, maybe a little too earnest!
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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
*screams internally*
Tam's mouth drops fully open. This lad has absolutely no subtlety...or manners!
She remembers a plan, they talked about said plan...
She may have to kill him.
QB was already giving them good info!
*internal face palm*
Looking over at the little shit...he just keeps talking. He said the name out-loud! Anyone could be listening...they don't even have to be here to do so either!
*makes mental note to bring Tori next time*
If this goes sideways, she was definitely going to have to kill him. Slowly.
Tam also looks over the room for weapons now and gauging QB's reaction. He's been skirmishing...warring, and she understands the tells of another solider.
Perception check for weapons and QB response = 14
(OOC: ugh, she's too shocked to see anything)
Tam shifts in her seat to be in the best place to grab a weapon of her own, if needed.
If things start to go sideways, Tam's going to step in to try and placate QB.
Persuasion Check to calm the situation, if needed = 6
(OOC: still too taken aback to handle life)
Tamlynn [Pic] | Half-Elf | Ranger, Horizon Walker - Lvl 6 | Talaveroth (sub-campaign 3)
Hadar Ilkin [Pic] | Half-Orc | Ranger, Gloom Stalker - Lvl 4 | Bane of Kerakys
Mistress of Game | Death Inspectors
Mistress of Game | Into the Werewoods
Tori stands up slowly, making sure to jiggle towards the man in all the right places as she beckons him into the alleyway.
She turns to X41 for a moment - "Mind blocking the alleyway, Big Fellah? I'm going to have a talk with our friend here and I have this funny feeling you're a Pro at keeping villagers away."
She leads the man into the shadows and then pushes him back into the mud, jumping on top of him and giggling.
"I'm no angel, Hon'. Quite the opposite, in fact" she hisses, as she sets the mood with a light slap across his dirty face.
"Let's get down to it - you're going to tell me EVERYTHING you know about the Cookiedou... shit! Gingerbread man! I really don't think you can say no to me, can you?"
She runs her claws across his Adam's apple and down his chest, ripping his frock open a few inches. Her fingers stop at his solar plexus and she holds her index finger above it, her claw applying slight pressure to the sensitive area. Her eyes become large and moist as she stares into his, and they seem to be spiraling eternally into his soul. She runs her other hand through his hair and strange whispers fill his ears - "Tell us, tell us everything, trust ussss..."
She leans down and flicks out her forked tongue, licking his ear lobe and along his cheek to his lips. As she begins gyrating her hips firmly across him, she begs quietly- "Please, please tell me. I need you."
Gwyllen Øyvund - Level 4 / Human Variant / Warlock, Fey Touched Archanist of the Raven Queen - Death Inspectors
Torment Malichar - Level 8 / Tiefling / Druid of the Underdark, Cleric of Mielikki - Knights of the Hanging Chicken (Team 3)
Master Shovel of the Sandbox - Bane of Kerakys
X stood in the alleyway watching the scene go on a bit as he blocked off the entrance likely assuring that most of the villagers would stay away from it. but still the scene infront of him perplexed the living automaton. While he had plenty of expression with interrogation and information getting this confused him as he analyzed the scene. He deiceded he would question the tiefling later or step up if this approach didn't work
Marvarax and Sora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
The Charmed Man is paralyzed by fear and awkward arousal as Tori "interrogates" him in the back alley. "Okay, okay! I have a massive debt with the thieves Guild, and recently these men approached me, saying they would pay it off if I would pay them instead. I didn't realize they'd be ten times worse. Now, they're asking me for money AND favors. And they're not asking nicely, either..they want me to kidnap people for them..."
Tori leans in close - "You are going to take me to the person you're supposed to kidnap, and we're going to kidnap them, whether you like it or not."
She rolls her eyes - Mielikki help me, what have I gotten myself into...
"We are going - NOW. Before we get to stealing any poor souls, we are definitely going to do some surveillance..." she pulls the drunk out of the mud and gives him a rough smack against his half-mast.
"I want you to mark the drop location on a map for me, draw it if you have to. For now, let's go sneak around this quarry you're meant to secure. I want to hear the entire story though. No more vague info, I need to know everything you know."
She turns to X41. "Is there anything you'd like to add? Go ahead and question him on the way, if so. We're leaving! Lead the way, you Wastrel" she orders the drunk, giving him a friendly spank.
She tosses her arm around his shoulder jovially and tickles his ear with the tip of her tail as they walk - "So, what's your name anyway, lil buddy?"
Gwyllen Øyvund - Level 4 / Human Variant / Warlock, Fey Touched Archanist of the Raven Queen - Death Inspectors
Torment Malichar - Level 8 / Tiefling / Druid of the Underdark, Cleric of Mielikki - Knights of the Hanging Chicken (Team 3)
Master Shovel of the Sandbox - Bane of Kerakys
X looked at the person for a second as his eyes began to turn to there usual red color "analysis... race:human occupation:unknown Threat level:lower" X's eyes then turned back to there usual pit black sockets as his gazed turned to Tori before shaking his head making a quiet clanking noise "I do not possess any questions"
Marvarax and Sora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
Glancing back to X, Tori laughs. "I'm gonna get you to loosen up someday, I swear."
She wiggles her fingers at him and the ground shakes beneath his feet slightly. "We're gonna be great friends, you'll see."
Gwyllen Øyvund - Level 4 / Human Variant / Warlock, Fey Touched Archanist of the Raven Queen - Death Inspectors
Torment Malichar - Level 8 / Tiefling / Druid of the Underdark, Cleric of Mielikki - Knights of the Hanging Chicken (Team 3)
Master Shovel of the Sandbox - Bane of Kerakys
X’s head tilted a bit as he gazed at the tiefling his metallic platting could be heard shifting slightly, if he could he could be giving Tori a questioning look, he thought for a second before replying “I’m not sure why you’d want me to loosen up bit..I believe I would enjoy being your friend”
Marvarax and Sora (Dragonborn) The retired fighter and WIP scholar - Glory
Brythel(Dwarf), The dwarf with a gun - survival at sea
Jaylin(Human), Paladin of Lathander's Ancient ways - The Seven Saints (Azura Claw)
Urselles(Goblin), Cleric of Eldath- The Wizard's challenge
Viclas Tyrin(Half Elf), Student of the Elven arts- Indrafatmoko's Defiance in Phlan
Meanwhile, Elwyn and Tam are still conversing with Florence Quickblade. As Elwyn mentions Gavin, the Halfling ***** knife thrower smiles. "Ah, that redheaded Barkeep son of Shorgreg the Ugly. He does have all kinds of aces up his sleeves after all...yeah, I might owe him a favor or two..."
However, the mention of the Gingerbread Man quickly shifts his mood and expression to one of fear and concern...
"Some Family members have been acting very strange lately, and making very shady deals with this new Kingpin. I don't like it one bit...kidnappings, murders, human trafficking...its starting to seriously hurt the Family's reputation. Gypsies are already frowned upon enough, without having to deal with this kind of publicity. All I know is that some good, fun-loving people are making deals with him, and coming back...changed...not fun-loving anymore...like shells of their former selves, puppets of this ******* monster...if you're gonna try and stop him, you best be REAL careful...this bloak does not **** around. And his influence is growing. There's this Tavern (OOC that X and Tori are at)...people go there to make business with him, and often times never come out. Our suspicion is that he's got some kind of underground network connected to that Tavern...."
As he pauses and reflects, Florence is interrupted...an arrow flies through the tent, piercing the canvas and landing right in his throat. He coughs up blood and some greenish substance, and starts to convulse on the floor, bleeding out....
Tam and Elwyn, ROLL INITIATIVE!
Back in the Tavern District (cue in GTA 5 style "zoom-out/zoom back in on the City map"), the beaten drunkard informs Tori and X that his target is a modest Alchemist from the Guild District. His shop is right by the Alchemists Guild Halls.