Necromancer's Delusion-Homebrew

Arcana:  20

Gaelin would take meticulous notes and hang on every word of advice that Iris and Jinara gave him.  He'd always enjoy the momentary break from writing when they needed him for testing but would immediately return to his notes and reading. (Like a good boy)  The last few days would be full of testing his own capabilities as Iris would throw spells towards him and he'd attempt to counter them.  By the last day he had become adept at it and could successfully counter her spells. 

(Yes!)

(Happy New Year everyone! Sorry for the delay in posting. @Xtra- can I retcon adding in 3 more ballistas for the towers?  I forgot to add that to my RP earlier.  They're 1000 gold each still right?  If allowed you can take away 300 platinum from my equipment when you get on.)

"Well that's true... "  Aryn responds with a smile.  "I know your smart enough not to harm yourself but I wanted to see if there was a way to accomplish what you want without you dying.  Although, it looks like you've been working on a method yourself.  The choice is always yours and I won't tell you what to do... unless you try to kill yourself."   Aryn continues as she scratches behind his ear.  "If you do find a look that you like and decide to go through with the spell I'll come with you to the grove to make sure you'll be okay... that is, if you want me to go."  

"I.. would appreciate that." Mucor would reply, turning and locking eyes with Aryn. "Thank you.. for everything." He would say with a smile as his large bovine eyes glass over a bit as he fights back a tear. "This ring will allow me to alter self a few times a day, but it is not permanent... Do you have any suggestions as to what I should try next? At least if I am destined to be a baby sitter all of your children and those of our friends... I won't scare them..." he would add with a smile, wiping his eyes with the back of his thick furry arm. 

(@Gaelin- Yes, I'll allow it since it would basically just be a commissioned thing rather than an RP thing..  They should be completed in one day.  I've removed the platinum from your character.)

(@Jinara- need a DC 15 arcana check, then an investigation and persuasion check from you.)

Investigation = 3

Persuasion = 20

Arcana = 4

(wow. those were awful rolls!)

(Wow.  Make another arcana check.  You'll lose one day of book searching during the 2 weeks.)

Arcana: 6

• JInara- You decide to take a momentary break from your studies and embark on a journey through multiple cities.  There you find many basic tomes but none that seem to peak your interest for magical spells.   Many are studies of various biological lifeforms both plant and animal. Changing your focus, you ask about various magical items and though you receive ridicule from a few mages the majority seem to have some knowledge on what you seek. 
  • From the mages in Esterlin you gain the knowledge that a staff of magical power is thought to reside deep in the Euryale mountains to the north and is guarded by a cursed creature.  The previous mage who wielded the staff was tasked with killing the creature but was never seen again.  Many have tried to recover the valuable weapon but none have returned.  Due to the incredible danger associated with this unknown creature, fewer and fewer attempts have been made int eh last decade.
  • From the mages in Traes you find out that Varian is aware of the location of such a tome but it is under his protection and he is not available for questions.
  • From the mages in Uralo you discover an ioun stone is rumored to have been lost in an underground mining excursion that left 50 gnomes and Dwarfs dead when they discovered an underground temple.  The miners attempted to collapse part of the tunnel that lead to the temple but creatures of the underdark still crawled and burst forth to the surface and the mine was since abandoned.
  • You return to the castle somewhat refreshed and energetic and resume your practice with Iris on Arcane Anchor.  (You have one more failed attempt before the DC goes up and only 3 more attempts before the end of the 2 weeks.)

After returning from his journeys, Jinara works to finalize the new spell. He, Gaelin, and Iris work tirelessly to adjust the emphasis on the verbal and somatic elements. First attempt, fail. Jinara shakes off the frustration and casts again only to fail. His eyes flare bright gold as he turns to Gaelin (@xtra: I am RP this as if I master it when Gaelin is in the tower) "Got any inspiring words?"

Final Arcana check: 3 (if inspiration can be added, then 3 + 1 = 4)

(Jinara would have discussed his findings with Iris and Gaelin and suggest with great vigor that we investigate the Euryale mountains. Also, is that black tower in the Euryale mountains? If so, I would really push that!!)

(Holy SHITTAKE!! Why am I rolling so poorly!!?!?)

(Can I use all of my daily bardic Inspiration to inspire Jinara?  I am in the tower a lot during the two weeks so I would be there when he returned.  If so...)

When Jinara returns to the tower Gaelin will pat him on the back and begin singing while JInara focuses. 

(Oh man that seems almost impossible to roll that low.  DC is now 17 unfortunately.  You’ve got two more attempts with inspiration. Mainly since I was rocking out to Gaelin version of girl on fire.   Different mountain range than the black tower. )

(For time sake, I'm going to roll both attempts)

#1 - 18 + 7 = 14

#2 - 14 + 9 = Who cares lol

(WTF!!!!)

(Daaaang.)

(I'm so sorry man.  That's just crazy. I'm going to roll to see if Iris gets it.)

Attempt 1:   14       Attempt 2:   18

Iris watches as Jinara struggles to master the spell and says, "Let me see your ring.  For now this will have to do.  Perhaps it will aid in your mastery of the spell."  and with a twirl of her hands she casts the spell into the ring.

(Whoa)

”Try a tan wood elf with black hair, soft green eyes, 5 inch ears that are angled more up than back.  A skinny pointed nose and narrow but muscular jaw with white teeth.  A little over 6 feet tall with a slender but toned body and green leather armor with brass studs over a black shirt and hide pants.” Aryn says slowly as if picturing someone. then turns to Mucor. “If you want that is.”

"That... Is very specific" Mucor would add with a small laugh and a snort. He would then close his eyes and clench his hand wearing the new silver ring into a fist. As he does so, his large horns would seemingly retract and the hair covering his body would recede into his tan smooth skin. The brown shaggy mane running along the back of the minotaurs head would turn into black wavy hair, formed into a small pony tail that is held into place with a simple green leather band that matches his armor. In a matter of seconds, every trace of the minotaur would be replaced with a tall, tan wood elf. 'So, how is this?" The wood elf would say with a small smile as his teeth seemingly sparkle in the light that pierces into the temple. 

Aryn looks at Mucor and a tear forms in her eye.  She springs onto him embracing him tightly.  "I miss you so much." she mumbles almost inaudibly and begins to sob lightly.  After about a minute she pulls back, wipes tears from her eyes and says, "I'm sorry Mucor.  I... I never got a chance to tell my father goodbye.  I shouldn't have used you like that but my selfishness got the best of me.  I'm so sorry.  Please forgive me... I promise I won't do anything like that again.  You remind me of him.  How compassionate and nurturing you are.  Thank you for doing this.  I understand if you're mad at me."  she says looking guilty and averting her gaze like a child who knows they've done something wrong.

Mucor would smile and pull her into a tight comforting hug, placing his hand on the back of her had and gently giving it a small pat. "There is no need to apologize." He would say with a smile as he held Aryn close in his arms, allowing her to place her head on his shoulder if she wished. "I won't try to pretend to be your father.. but if taking this form helps you to resolve any feelings you may be have... I am happy to help. I am always willing to listen Aryn." The tan wood elf would say with a smile as he locks eyes with Aryn. After a few moments and listening to anything she had to say, he would let out a small chuckle that you are pretty sure would have been a snort had he still been a minotaur. "You know.. If I knew who my parents were... I would be tempted to have you wear the ring for a while and change into my mother... " he would say before pausing. "I would have many questions.." He would add before looking up through the skylight. After a few more moments, Mucor would look to Aryn and smile once more. "Do you think your brother would want to see me like this as well?" He would ask as he looks himself up and down. 

A smile creeps across Aryn’s face as an idea comes to her. “Let’s find out.” She says grabbing Mucor’s arm and heads towards the tower then Valeera den if he’s not in the tower. 

When they find him she’ll say, “What do you think of Mucor’s new look?”

Mucor would struggle to keep up as Aryn pulls him out of the temple and across the grove. When they find Gaelin, he would hold up a hand and give a small wave. "Hi?"