"Oh yes, as well, A minotaur calling himself King Antigonos wanders the wilderness seeking a suitable heir. Anyone who can pass his test will become his successor. Keep an eye out for him." Khea says.
" Anyone wanna go for a swim? Or is this one of those sacred pools that gets you turned into livestock?", she glanced momentarily at Brundt in panic at her accidental slight.
(Not really, this quest is what's going to develop your skills.) I'll just begin the description of the journey, stop me and we can go back if you need to do something, I just don't want to waste time.
The sun hangs high in the sky as you set off along the dusty road. Farmers pass occasionally, bringing their goods to sell. Eventually, you come to a place not noted on Khea's map.
A shallow valley lies amid the rise and fall of the Katachthon foothills. At the dell’s far edge stands a great rock outcropping that looks vaguely like a satyr’s face. The stones weep a steady flow of water, which spreads into a serene, sky-blue pond. Willows grow along the waters’ shore, gently swaying in a light breeze.
Can everyone please make a History check?
Klopas takes in the sights, breathing deeply as he senses all the energies surrounding him. He lets the images burn into memory as he smells deeply and feels the breeze.
"There are many wonderful sights to behold in this world..." Klopas comments while trailing off in thought. "In fact, there's something familiar..."
(Not really, this quest is what's going to develop your skills.) I'll just begin the description of the journey, stop me and we can go back if you need to do something, I just don't want to waste time.
The sun hangs high in the sky as you set off along the dusty road. Farmers pass occasionally, bringing their goods to sell. Eventually, you come to a place not noted on Khea's map.
A shallow valley lies amid the rise and fall of the Katachthon foothills. At the dell’s far edge stands a great rock outcropping that looks vaguely like a satyr’s face. The stones weep a steady flow of water, which spreads into a serene, sky-blue pond. Willows grow along the waters’ shore, gently swaying in a light breeze.
Can everyone please make a History check?
Klopas takes in the sights, breathing deeply as he senses all the energies surrounding him. He lets the images burn into memory as he smells deeply and feels the breeze.
"There are many wonderful sights to behold in this world..." Klopas comments while trailing off in thought. "In fact, there's something familiar..."
Klopas remebers that this is the storied Pool of Lyth. Tales tell that the pool’s sweet blue waters grant visions of the drinker’s deepest desires and sometimes even fulfill those desires.
Klopas' eyes widen slightly at the memory and realization of their location.
'No, Abronto... I imagine you could swim without any transformative effects..." Klopas muses. "In fact, I'd be very interested to see the outcome of everyone taking a swig of this particular water.. I hear it grants wishes...and gives visions..."
Klopas, being an alchemist, merchant, and several other things, takes a few vials out of his bag to ascertain some potentially lucrative tonics.
" Anyone wanna go for a swim? Or is this one of those sacred pools that gets you turned into livestock?", she glanced momentarily at Brundt in panic at her accidental slight.
History: 4
Brundt looks on ahead for a moment before saying completely deadpan, "Yeah, I'd rather not do one of those again." After another brief pause he says, "That was a joke."
He heads down to the edge of the water. "This should be an interesting experience,"he says, pulling out one of his tomes. He sets it down beside him and sits cross legged, cupping his hands carefully in the water to take a drink.
(In case I need to make a con save as well, Con: 8 )
Goran lets out a snort at Brundt's joke. "For a split second, I thought you were serious."
Watching as Abrontodon slips into the pool, Goran decides he won't go swimming but instead idles up to the edge of the pool and dunks his whole head into its blue waters. He holds his head under for several moments, allowing the cool liquid to permeate his skin. He throws his head back and out of the water, rivulets running down his neck, bald head glistening. "Ahhhh, so much better. So when do we make a wish? I'd love some roast pheasant, fresh bread and a cold ale." He jokes while he watches the more studious do their thing at the water's edge.
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Klopas watches intently at the events unfolding before him.
He double checks that the vials have been stored away safely in his bag. He wraps them with cloth to ensure better chances of being unbroken.
After careful consideration, he decides to potentially also drink from the water, but wants to witness the effects on those who've done so before him.
Remembering some of the lore of the area, Klopas decides to investigate his surroundings...flora, fauna, paths, and whatever else might be around to see.
Klopas watches intently at the events unfolding before him.
He double checks that the vials have been stored away safely in his bag. He wraps them with cloth to ensure better chances of being unbroken.
After careful consideration, he decides to potentially also drink from the water, but wants to witness the effects on those who've done so before him.
Remembering some of the lore of the area, Klopas decides to investigate his surroundings...flora, fauna, paths, and whatever else might be around to see.
(( Investigation - 16 | Perception - 19 ))
You notice two interesting things. The first is that you notice animal and humanoid bones barely covered by the water under the pool, and there are three barely visible caves near the top of the 30 foot high rock outcropping. It looks climbable but a bit dangerous.
Knowing that fortune favors the bold, Klopas decides to take a risk this time and move toward the rock outcropping.
He takes his time studying the most suitable route for probable success in climbing, and then checks himself to make sure everything is secure and unlikely to cause the possibility of slipping or snagging.
Bolstering his courage and steeling a little resolve, he attempts to climb toward the caves.
( Abrontonon will purchase a few days worth of rations but otherwise she's good to go.)
"Thanks." Klopas responds curiously before the group heads on their way.
((Anything I can do before we leave beneficial toward leveling up or developing something useful?))
Goran stars in wonder at the crying rock formation. "Never have I seen ..." His voice trails off as he looks around, amazed.
History 5
Abrontonon enjoyed the fresh air.
" Anyone wanna go for a swim? Or is this one of those sacred pools that gets you turned into livestock?", she glanced momentarily at Brundt in panic at her accidental slight.
History: 4
Klopas takes in the sights, breathing deeply as he senses all the energies surrounding him. He lets the images burn into memory as he smells deeply and feels the breeze.
"There are many wonderful sights to behold in this world..." Klopas comments while trailing off in thought. "In fact, there's something familiar..."
(( History (Proficiency) - 23 ))
Klopas' eyes widen slightly at the memory and realization of their location.
'No, Abronto... I imagine you could swim without any transformative effects..." Klopas muses. "In fact, I'd be very interested to see the outcome of everyone taking a swig of this particular water.. I hear it grants wishes...and gives visions..."
Klopas, being an alchemist, merchant, and several other things, takes a few vials out of his bag to ascertain some potentially lucrative tonics.
Not needing any further encouragment Abrontonon slid on her belly to the waters edge and plunged her face in as she drank.
Brundt looks on ahead for a moment before saying completely deadpan, "Yeah, I'd rather not do one of those again." After another brief pause he says, "That was a joke."
He heads down to the edge of the water. "This should be an interesting experience," he says, pulling out one of his tomes. He sets it down beside him and sits cross legged, cupping his hands carefully in the water to take a drink.
(In case I need to make a con save as well, Con: 8 )
Klopas takes a few vials. Examines their integrity, and stows them away in his backpack.
He then takes a few steps back to observe the reactions of those drinking.
"It was funny, Brundt." he responds matter-of-factly to the joke from before.
Goran lets out a snort at Brundt's joke. "For a split second, I thought you were serious."
Watching as Abrontodon slips into the pool, Goran decides he won't go swimming but instead idles up to the edge of the pool and dunks his whole head into its blue waters. He holds his head under for several moments, allowing the cool liquid to permeate his skin. He throws his head back and out of the water, rivulets running down his neck, bald head glistening. "Ahhhh, so much better. So when do we make a wish? I'd love some roast pheasant, fresh bread and a cold ale." He jokes while he watches the more studious do their thing at the water's edge.
Con Save: 20
( Oh....c'mon..I have +4 ferchrissake. :D )
Klopas watches intently at the events unfolding before him.
He double checks that the vials have been stored away safely in his bag. He wraps them with cloth to ensure better chances of being unbroken.
After careful consideration, he decides to potentially also drink from the water, but wants to witness the effects on those who've done so before him.
Remembering some of the lore of the area, Klopas decides to investigate his surroundings...flora, fauna, paths, and whatever else might be around to see.
(( Investigation - 4 | Perception - 17 ))
Knowing that fortune favors the bold, Klopas decides to take a risk this time and move toward the rock outcropping.
He takes his time studying the most suitable route for probable success in climbing, and then checks himself to make sure everything is secure and unlikely to cause the possibility of slipping or snagging.
Bolstering his courage and steeling a little resolve, he attempts to climb toward the caves.