Vusgaar's answer is to snap his fingers. Though rather than appear in its usual fashion, the Tressym that was the Batican instead appears in a swirl of leaves and grass from just outside the cave. "Agreed. This place has been touched by Lammania. A realm of beasts and unfettered nature. A place especially dangerous for you and I, Talaak."At a thought, the Catican flies up and above the cave entrance to begin keeping an eye out on things from a low attitude.
"But just a danger to others as well. Guard your minds well, and let's be off."He says, shouldering his bag, donning his shield, and generally making ready to follow after the others. "Keep eyes especially peeled, for the great beasts will not think twice about making a meal of unrecognized prey."
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Demetriostealth: 19 Perceptionos: 4
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Aeydof the Dragons || Wood Elf / Way of the Ascendant Dragon Monk Demetrios Zalaoras || Protector Aasimar / Paladin of Torm Hawke || Kalashtar / Circle of the Moon Druid Morticia || Half-Aasimar Rogue Yvan || Goliath / Path of the Wild Soul Barbarian | Paladin of Helm /ᐠ｡ꞈ｡ᐟ\
The eight of you make it across the storm area of effect without issue, unspotted by any of the massive animals (and regular sized animals) that now roam it.
Meiara, Demetrios and Talaak:
Several times, you notice the massive (like, size of a house) owl overhead, diving to hunt, fortunately not at you. Once you even see it pick up a full sized dire wolf like the horse sized animal is a mouse, swallowing it whole.
Vusgaar, who had taken to restlessly passing upon reaching relatively safety once more, stops short and eyes Meiara with a confused look about it him. After a few moments the strange haziness to his eyes fade away. He rubs at his eyes several times, but eventually stops hunching so much. Yet, aside from a slow nod of agreement, the shifter held his tongue. The batican is slower to 'calm down', but doesn't go out of his way to be a hindrance to the group.
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As they escape the storm zone, Talaak places a hand on his chest to calm his heart. He looks around, glaring quickly at Vusgaar before reorienting himself towards their previous destination.
Ani was pretty blissfully unaware of the danger that had lurked above them during the trip. She'd even take out her flute to fiddle along while everyone gathered themselves. Though, it probably wasn't long before she'd get a look and put it away for another time. She'd respond to Talaak, "I'm ready!"
The next day, recovered from the terrifying experience of the aukarak, you're walking around noon when you see a large band of shifters on the horizon. These are much better equipped than the ones you fought earlier, and even the Saartuk's that you just avoided. What's more, they've clearly spotted you as well, as the nearly twenty strong band has changed direction towards your location.
Unless Talaak and the rest make an effort to change course and meet the Tundra Shifters head on, Vusgaar asks to the others, "Diplomatic route, this time?"Just that, and no more. And depending on the answer, the by now frazzled haired ursine blooded man would either put the Catican back in their pocket dimension in readiness for a fight, or make sure his hood was firmly up. Though after several days of travel with few chances to freshen up, Vusgaar could only murmur a quiet prayer to the il-atlas, hoping they might shield him from notice.
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“Or attempting to before they try and slaughter us all.” Demetrios deadpans.
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Aeydof the Dragons || Wood Elf / Way of the Ascendant Dragon Monk Demetrios Zalaoras || Protector Aasimar / Paladin of Torm Hawke || Kalashtar / Circle of the Moon Druid Morticia || Half-Aasimar Rogue Yvan || Goliath / Path of the Wild Soul Barbarian | Paladin of Helm /ᐠ｡ꞈ｡ᐟ\
"I never said there's anything wrong with making friends... We're just not the most charismatic group..." She'd mumble off, realizing she's going to probably have to put her foot in her mouth soon enough.
Vusgaar's answer is to snap his fingers. Though rather than appear in its usual fashion, the Tressym that was the Batican instead appears in a swirl of leaves and grass from just outside the cave. "Agreed. This place has been touched by Lammania. A realm of beasts and unfettered nature. A place especially dangerous for you and I, Talaak." At a thought, the Catican flies up and above the cave entrance to begin keeping an eye out on things from a low attitude.
"But just a danger to others as well. Guard your minds well, and let's be off." He says, shouldering his bag, donning his shield, and generally making ready to follow after the others. "Keep eyes especially peeled, for the great beasts will not think twice about making a meal of unrecognized prey."
When you realize you're doing too much: Signature.
The group sets off again, doing their best to avoid the massive owl overhead and keep a look out.
OOC: Everyone give me a Stealth and a Perception.
Stella Diamant, Human Rogue 17 (Swashbuckler), The Exploits of Misfit Company
Kat, Medtech, Cyberpunk: Red
Shi, Changeling Bard 4 (College of Spirits), Tyrant's Grasp
Dani, Human Artificer 9 (Armorer), Skulls and Starships
DM, Project Point (Teams Scimitar and Longsword)
Everything Else!
Meiara casts Pass Without Trace, so add 10 to your Stealth checks.
Stealth: 23
Perception: 15
Xenophon: Topaz Dragonborn Fighter (ixi's Dragon of Icespire Peak)
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Once the shadows set in, Vusgaar moves as if in his own element for a change.
Vusgaar's Stealth: 27.
Vusception: 12.
Catican Stealth: 30.
Catception: 14.
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Ani Stealth: 21
Ani Perception: 14
just an unstable unicorn.
Demetriostealth: 19
Perceptionos: 4
Aeyd of the Dragons || Wood Elf / Way of the Ascendant Dragon Monk
Demetrios Zalaoras || Protector Aasimar / Paladin of Torm
Hawke || Kalashtar / Circle of the Moon Druid
Morticia || Half-Aasimar Rogue
Yvan || Goliath / Path of the Wild Soul Barbarian | Paladin of Helm
/ᐠ｡ꞈ｡ᐟ\
Stealth: 22
Perception: 20
(Beyond dice roller dumb hurr durr)
The eight of you make it across the storm area of effect without issue, unspotted by any of the massive animals (and regular sized animals) that now roam it.
Meiara, Demetrios and Talaak:
Several times, you notice the massive (like, size of a house) owl overhead, diving to hunt, fortunately not at you. Once you even see it pick up a full sized dire wolf like the horse sized animal is a mouse, swallowing it whole.
Stella Diamant, Human Rogue 17 (Swashbuckler), The Exploits of Misfit Company
Kat, Medtech, Cyberpunk: Red
Shi, Changeling Bard 4 (College of Spirits), Tyrant's Grasp
Dani, Human Artificer 9 (Armorer), Skulls and Starships
DM, Project Point (Teams Scimitar and Longsword)
Everything Else!
Meiara breathes a sigh of relief as they all escape the storm without getting attack by the big-ass owl. "Thank the il-altas. Shall we press on?"
Xenophon: Topaz Dragonborn Fighter (ixi's Dragon of Icespire Peak)
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Vusgaar, who had taken to restlessly passing upon reaching relatively safety once more, stops short and eyes Meiara with a confused look about it him. After a few moments the strange haziness to his eyes fade away. He rubs at his eyes several times, but eventually stops hunching so much. Yet, aside from a slow nod of agreement, the shifter held his tongue. The batican is slower to 'calm down', but doesn't go out of his way to be a hindrance to the group.
When you realize you're doing too much: Signature.
As they escape the storm zone, Talaak places a hand on his chest to calm his heart. He looks around, glaring quickly at Vusgaar before reorienting himself towards their previous destination.
"Let's keep going. Is anyone injured?"
Ani was pretty blissfully unaware of the danger that had lurked above them during the trip. She'd even take out her flute to fiddle along while everyone gathered themselves. Though, it probably wasn't long before she'd get a look and put it away for another time. She'd respond to Talaak, "I'm ready!"
just an unstable unicorn.
"I'm uninjured."
Xenophon: Topaz Dragonborn Fighter (ixi's Dragon of Icespire Peak)
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Wheee, time for another encounter! 3
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No
Try again, dice roller: 12
The next day, recovered from the terrifying experience of the aukarak, you're walking around noon when you see a large band of shifters on the horizon. These are much better equipped than the ones you fought earlier, and even the Saartuk's that you just avoided. What's more, they've clearly spotted you as well, as the nearly twenty strong band has changed direction towards your location.
Stella Diamant, Human Rogue 17 (Swashbuckler), The Exploits of Misfit Company
Kat, Medtech, Cyberpunk: Red
Shi, Changeling Bard 4 (College of Spirits), Tyrant's Grasp
Dani, Human Artificer 9 (Armorer), Skulls and Starships
DM, Project Point (Teams Scimitar and Longsword)
Everything Else!
Unless Talaak and the rest make an effort to change course and meet the Tundra Shifters head on, Vusgaar asks to the others, "Diplomatic route, this time?" Just that, and no more. And depending on the answer, the by now frazzled haired ursine blooded man would either put the Catican back in their pocket dimension in readiness for a fight, or make sure his hood was firmly up. Though after several days of travel with few chances to freshen up, Vusgaar could only murmur a quiet prayer to the il-atlas, hoping they might shield him from notice.
When you realize you're doing too much: Signature.
Talaak crosses his arms, grunting, "Seems so. The numbers are a bit more in their favor."
There's no sarcasm in his tone
because he's cool and edgy."So we need to make friends?" Ani would rub her face before sighing. This is a tough crowd.
just an unstable unicorn.
"Yes, but there's nothing wrong with making friends."
Xenophon: Topaz Dragonborn Fighter (ixi's Dragon of Icespire Peak)
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“Or attempting to before they try and slaughter us all.” Demetrios deadpans.
Aeyd of the Dragons || Wood Elf / Way of the Ascendant Dragon Monk
Demetrios Zalaoras || Protector Aasimar / Paladin of Torm
Hawke || Kalashtar / Circle of the Moon Druid
Morticia || Half-Aasimar Rogue
Yvan || Goliath / Path of the Wild Soul Barbarian | Paladin of Helm
/ᐠ｡ꞈ｡ᐟ\
"I never said there's anything wrong with making friends... We're just not the most charismatic group..." She'd mumble off, realizing she's going to probably have to put her foot in her mouth soon enough.
just an unstable unicorn.