That sounds like an incredible life to have lived. I'm sorry to tell you,though, Salty, Lathander has seen way worse. I can't honestly say that I was the most pure prior to joining the order. I'm not exactly the youngest...50 years as a Cleric is still only a FRACTION of my life.
In the 2-3 hours of travel time Saltsrtrider would like to roll a nature and survival roll. Depending on the rolls she might learn the weather forecast for later today and the various other travelers on the road.
I love the idea, however, Salty is to in awe of the surroundings (Perception 23) to focus on the weather. However, 2 to 3 hours in, you notice much more people than usual walking from infront of you to Frotbridge, and Salty, you hear some say 'Those darn Genasi!'. It sounds as if there are Genasi blocking the way to Frotbix, and to get past you must travel through the woods that surround the area. Do you wish to interact with them? Or will you wait to see the Genasi for yourselves?
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Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
"The Sea Trines?" remarks Darath, "Growing up in Frotseal, I must admit there weren't many tales from the coast I heard. What made you decide to leave them?
“We were a tight crew about 30 of us. I could out work anyone on board. Lots of stories, I’ve got some tats for the really good ones. Captain Frostbeard never fraternized with us, first one to grab a whip or flog for discipline though. He loved a bloody beating till he started lookin for a reason to get me lashed. I never gave him one. I think he ultimately felt like I could carry out a mutiny, and rather than that he scuttled me at Frotwater. I would’ve never left otherwise. Now I’ve seen families & friends, I realize I’ve never really had that. My life was killing, slaving, and survival. I’m trying to live different.” Saltstrider stands her full 7’ height squares her shoulders, you can see some tattoos of various quality. She takes a deep breath, “How about you Darath? I haven’t seen another Goliath in ages.”
Darath nods along with Salty's story, impressed at all she's seen. "You've been through a lot, wow. And I can relate to the idea of being left behind, though I won't say my story is quite as dramatic as yours." he pauses, "I grew up in Frotseal with parents as miners there. Goliaths can get a decent pay hauling out ores but I was more for adventure so I joined the military." a reminiscent smile appears on his face, "Good comrades. Not to mention being stationed in Frotseal meant I had ample opportunities to see the folks. My mother makes the best oxtail stew you've ever had." he chuckles for a moment before the smiles fades, "But sometimes the more you learn changes how you view things. And tales of the Dark Soldier dimmed my enthusiasm. Felt like a betrayal when I realized the Keyjeons were descendants of so foul a figure. Each day I felt torn between loyalty to my fellow soldiers and knowing what kind of people we served, so I left after my enlistment was up."
He turns to Glendare, "Seems fitting to have a cleric of Lathander. We've each got things in our past we're not the proudest of. The Dark Soldier got a second chance at life he squandered. But, gods willing, we won't squander our chances."
"Those are some nice tattoos you've got,"he says to Salty while gesturing to the tattoos on his own head,"My mother's a great cook and did well enough on mine, but yours definitely look like an expert's opus magnum."
Perception: 4+3 = 7 //I'm guessing Salty already got all the information with that high roll
I love the idea, however, Salty is to in awe of the surroundings (Perception 23) to focus on the weather. However, 2 to 3 hours in, you notice much more people than usual walking from infront of you to Frotbridge, and Salty, you hear some say 'Those darn Genasi!'. It sounds as if there are Genasi blocking the way to Frotbix, and to get past you must travel through the woods that surround the area. Do you wish to interact with them? Or will you wait to see the Genasi for yourselves?
I’m all for seeing the Genasi. Salty mentions the comments she has overheard, “What do you guys think we ought to do?”
"It's never a good idea to go into battle without an idea of your enemy's strength." replies Darath, "I second the idea to ask these people questions."
Of course we should! Lathander does seem to have sent me to you, or this quest, for a reason. Who knows where this will end up but I'll certainly enjoy pleasant company that's not going to recite the same lines over and over without every ONCE applying it.
With that, he turns and trots over to the people Salty had heard.
Good day to you all! We're concerned what issues you were dealing with regarding the genasai?
"We came up here to go and visit family in Frotbix, but some damn fire Genasi idiots are blocking the road. They're saying we can only get past if we go through the woods, because some dangerous orcs are crowding the roads. If you desperately need to pass, you are gonna have to go through those woods. You could try to explain how you could somehow miraculously pass them, but I wouldn't recommend it. They're feisty." With that, the man speaking to you walks off, towards Frotbridge.
What would you like to do?
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Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
Well, it seems like we're either going through those woods or going orc hunting. I'm all for kicking some tail. I vote we clean up the road for our fellow travellers.
With that he clasps his necklace for a moment while muttering a quick prayer. He opens his eyes and, with a glint in his eyes, he prepares for whatever's coming next.
Salty unsheathes her great axe. Hefting its familiar weight, she traces the imagery and etchings in the steel with her fingers, and then places that hand on her face, her lips move silently. Saltstrider’s face looks like stone as she turns toward Glendare, “Ready.”
Darath readies his trident. "If there's combat to had, I look forward to fighting alongside you both." he pauses, "But from the description these genasi were blocking the road, not attacking. So I do wonder if a demonstration of our prowress would lead to a peaceful solution."
You stride up to the genasi in the distance, a confident air following suit. As you approach, they shift their focus from a set of playing cards and look at you.
"No further, people from Frotbridge, orcs await. Go through those there woods if need be, but understand that those too are unsafe. Now, I see your might and valour, but know you are at fault for your soon demise. Go through as you please, and take caution. May Kossuth guide you three." The largest and most formidable of the genasi nods to you, and takes off a special symbol (Kossuth's holy symbol) and presents it to the sky. A burst of golden flame bursts into existence from somewhere in the clouds, and a lifting sensation brightens your spirits even more than they previously were. You all gain advantage on your next attack roll. The genasi make a path for the party to move through.
A short few minutes into the path, a slight rustle in the leaves is heard. Roll perception.
16
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Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
This post has potentially manipulated dice roll results.
OOC I'm GMT time.
None of you notice the orcs that are coming up from around and behind you, and you suddenly enter initiative.
Orc 1: 6
Orc 2: 20
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Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
History check to see if I know of the pirates: 7
That sounds like an incredible life to have lived. I'm sorry to tell you,though, Salty, Lathander has seen way worse. I can't honestly say that I was the most pure prior to joining the order. I'm not exactly the youngest...50 years as a Cleric is still only a FRACTION of my life.
Perception: 9
Perception 23
“I am a leaf on the wind! Watch how I soar.”
In the 2-3 hours of travel time Saltsrtrider would like to roll a nature and survival roll. Depending on the rolls she might learn the weather forecast for later today and the various other travelers on the road.
nature 4
survival 9
“I am a leaf on the wind! Watch how I soar.”
I love the idea, however, Salty is to in awe of the surroundings (Perception 23) to focus on the weather. However, 2 to 3 hours in, you notice much more people than usual walking from infront of you to Frotbridge, and Salty, you hear some say 'Those darn Genasi!'. It sounds as if there are Genasi blocking the way to Frotbix, and to get past you must travel through the woods that surround the area. Do you wish to interact with them? Or will you wait to see the Genasi for yourselves?
Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
Hope I've made your day!
Darath nods along with Salty's story, impressed at all she's seen. "You've been through a lot, wow. And I can relate to the idea of being left behind, though I won't say my story is quite as dramatic as yours." he pauses, "I grew up in Frotseal with parents as miners there. Goliaths can get a decent pay hauling out ores but I was more for adventure so I joined the military." a reminiscent smile appears on his face, "Good comrades. Not to mention being stationed in Frotseal meant I had ample opportunities to see the folks. My mother makes the best oxtail stew you've ever had." he chuckles for a moment before the smiles fades, "But sometimes the more you learn changes how you view things. And tales of the Dark Soldier dimmed my enthusiasm. Felt like a betrayal when I realized the Keyjeons were descendants of so foul a figure. Each day I felt torn between loyalty to my fellow soldiers and knowing what kind of people we served, so I left after my enlistment was up."
He turns to Glendare, "Seems fitting to have a cleric of Lathander. We've each got things in our past we're not the proudest of. The Dark Soldier got a second chance at life he squandered. But, gods willing, we won't squander our chances."
"Those are some nice tattoos you've got," he says to Salty while gesturing to the tattoos on his own head, "My mother's a great cook and did well enough on mine, but yours definitely look like an expert's opus magnum."
Perception: 4+3 = 7 //I'm guessing Salty already got all the information with that high roll
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I’m all for seeing the Genasi. Salty mentions the comments she has overheard, “What do you guys think we ought to do?”
“I am a leaf on the wind! Watch how I soar.”
"It's never a good idea to go into battle without an idea of your enemy's strength." replies Darath, "I second the idea to ask these people questions."
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Of course we should! Lathander does seem to have sent me to you, or this quest, for a reason. Who knows where this will end up but I'll certainly enjoy pleasant company that's not going to recite the same lines over and over without every ONCE applying it.
With that, he turns and trots over to the people Salty had heard.
Good day to you all! We're concerned what issues you were dealing with regarding the genasai?
"We came up here to go and visit family in Frotbix, but some damn fire Genasi idiots are blocking the road. They're saying we can only get past if we go through the woods, because some dangerous orcs are crowding the roads. If you desperately need to pass, you are gonna have to go through those woods. You could try to explain how you could somehow miraculously pass them, but I wouldn't recommend it. They're feisty." With that, the man speaking to you walks off, towards Frotbridge.
What would you like to do?
Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
Hope I've made your day!
Glendare walks back over to the group.
Well, it seems like we're either going through those woods or going orc hunting. I'm all for kicking some tail. I vote we clean up the road for our fellow travellers.
With that he clasps his necklace for a moment while muttering a quick prayer. He opens his eyes and, with a glint in his eyes, he prepares for whatever's coming next.
Salty unsheathes her great axe. Hefting its familiar weight, she traces the imagery and etchings in the steel with her fingers, and then places that hand on her face, her lips move silently. Saltstrider’s face looks like stone as she turns toward Glendare, “Ready.”
“I am a leaf on the wind! Watch how I soar.”
Darath readies his trident. "If there's combat to had, I look forward to fighting alongside you both." he pauses, "But from the description these genasi were blocking the road, not attacking. So I do wonder if a demonstration of our prowress would lead to a peaceful solution."
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You stride up to the genasi in the distance, a confident air following suit. As you approach, they shift their focus from a set of playing cards and look at you.
"No further, people from Frotbridge, orcs await. Go through those there woods if need be, but understand that those too are unsafe. Now, I see your might and valour, but know you are at fault for your soon demise. Go through as you please, and take caution. May Kossuth guide you three." The largest and most formidable of the genasi nods to you, and takes off a special symbol (Kossuth's holy symbol) and presents it to the sky. A burst of golden flame bursts into existence from somewhere in the clouds, and a lifting sensation brightens your spirits even more than they previously were. You all gain advantage on your next attack roll. The genasi make a path for the party to move through.
A short few minutes into the path, a slight rustle in the leaves is heard. Roll perception.
16
Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
Hope I've made your day!
Darath Perception: 12+3 = 15
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Glendare nods in thanks.
We understand the risk we are taking, but I'm appreciative you're trying to protect the masses. We'll proceed with caution.
Perception: 5
Saltstrider 23 perception.
“I am a leaf on the wind! Watch how I soar.”
OOC: To help this make a bit more sense, I'm in CST (Chammora Standard Time). What timezones are we working with
OOC I'm GMT time.
None of you notice the orcs that are coming up from around and behind you, and you suddenly enter initiative.
Orc 1: 6
Orc 2: 20
Look at it! Beauty! A spoiler!
Look what you've done, spoiling it for you and everyone who can see this screen. You're a disgrace, you know that, right? You have nothing to be ashamed of but yourself, you moster!
But to be completely fair, every monster has a cute side, like have you seen people draw goblins? Goblins look so cool! You're fine, you may seem like a monster, but I bet you're cute on the inside!
Hope I've made your day!
[[ Same timezone as Hunter. ]]
Darath braces for battle... or rather doesn't on account of being surprised by the orcs.
Initiative: 12
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