Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures
Frozen Sick
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Kerric:
While the others are busy negotiating and/or gambling, Kerric moves over to Ebele and says, "I have seen a crest repeated here many times in signage and on clothing. It is a black winged serpent on a circular field, diving down with mouth open wide as if to swallow the small dot just below the field. Have you heard of anything like this in your travels?"
History with Advantage (or just take the first roll if Ebele chooses not to help): 14
Gerrard Feldren - Human Noble in Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Kerric Brightblade - Elven Warrior in "Apocalypse"
As all the gambling goes on, Hawke rests his elbows on his knees and watches in amusement. The druid shows no indication of wanting to participate, simply because he sucks at these things, but had Ebele been around he would play as her announcer and explain what was going on with the dice games to keep her in the loop.
When Kerric approaches, he stops to let him speak and let the monk help him had she wanted.
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
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"I'll indulge a friendly wager." The guard would chuckle. Not much, but it'll kill time in this boring place.
Challenge: Accepted!
Player: Xalkas
Gaming Set: Dice
Cheating: Opted out!
Game on!
Three Checks
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 12 (npc) vs 5 (Xalkas) - Failed
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 8 (npc) vs 11 (Xalkas) - Failed
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 18 (npc) vs 19 (Xalkas) - Success
Gambling Results:
Results - Value
0 - Lose all the money you bet, and accrue a debt equal to that amount
1 - Lose half the money you bet.
2 - Gain the amount you bet plus half again more.
3 - Gain double the amount you bet.
"Try again? Either of you?" The guard would smirk, holding out their hand to Xalkas and T'chal'fronack'zcinicker to pay up their wagers.
Ebele was plenty entertained with Hawke providing her with a play by play of the events. It was a change of pace for them after all of the traveling they've done. She was happy to listen to the others enjoy a good game of chance and appreciated him running her through it all.
Upon Kerric's approach, Ebele would smile and listen attentively. After he'd describe it to her, she'd tilt her head back a little bit as she'd move her hand in the air in front of her, as if trying to draw it along in her minds eye. Dragon diving down to swallow a dot... "Would that not be the Zhentarim?" The monk would pat her nose in thought. "I'm pretty sure it's a shadow network."
just an unstable unicorn.
“I’ll try again.” Xalkas get ready for another round “same wager?”
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 21
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 12
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 20
"How about double the wager?" The guard would push for a whole 2g.
Challenge: Accepted!
Player: Xalkas
Gaming Set: Dice
Cheating: Opted out!
Game on!
Three Checks
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 15 (npc) vs 21 (Xalkas) - Success!
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 8 (npc) vs 12 (Xalkas) - Success!
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 9 (npc) vs 20 (Xalkas) - Success!
Gambling Results:
Results - Value
0 - Lose all the money you bet, and accrue a debt equal to that amount
1 - Lose half the money you bet.
2 - Gain the amount you bet plus half again more.
3 - Gain double the amount you bet.
The guard would chuckle. The luck of the die were with the little mage that round. They'd hand over the winnings. "We can keep going, but each new roll, we'd increase the wager by at least 1g. To make it worth while." They'd grin.
just an unstable unicorn.
T'chal'fronack'zcinicker bows out of the gambling after his first attempt, though keeps tabs on the guards thoughts to make sure they don't cheat them. He otherwise sits and waits for the games to be done. For him, 42 gold to enter, covering the Inn and the stable, plus earning him some 'good will' for the folks that run this place is a fair value. He's sure he'll have an opportunity to tilt the tables in his favor in the future. Let them have their win and get overconfident.
What's the difference between a Wizard and a Sorcerer?
Class.
“I’ll try at least once more. 3 gold for this round then?” Xalkas says grinning happily and clapping excitedly.
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 5
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 11
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 12
With a nod, the guard would roll again.
Challenge: Accepted!
Player: Xalkas
Gaming Set: Dice
Cheating: Opted out!
Game on!
Three Checks
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 16 (npc) vs 5 (Xalkas) - Failed
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 18 (npc) vs 11 (Xalkas) - Failed
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 19 (npc) vs 12 (Xalkas) - Failed
Gambling Results:
Results - Value
0 - Lose all the money you bet, and accrue a debt equal to that amount
1 - Lose half the money you bet.
2 - Gain the amount you bet plus half again more.
3 - Gain double the amount you bet.
The guard would grin widely and put his hand out. “6g please.”
just an unstable unicorn.
Xalkas looks at the results in disbelief, “Double or nothing?”
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 11
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 3
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 19
The guard lets out a hearty chuckle, “So a 6GB bet?” They’d confirm.
Challenge: Accepted!
Player: Xalkas
Gaming Set: Dice
Cheating: Opted out!
Game on!
Three Checks
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 9 (npc) vs 11 (Xalkas) - Success
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 19 (npc) vs 3 (Xalkas) - Failed
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 25 (npc) vs 19 (Xalkas) - Failed
Gambling Results:
Results - Value
0 - Lose all the money you bet, and accrue a debt equal to that amount
1 - Lose half the money you bet.
2 - Gain the amount you bet plus half again more.
3 - Gain double the amount you bet.
just an unstable unicorn.
Xalkas looks horrified at having lost more money. If no one stops him he’ll try once more. “Another 6 gold bet then?”
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 9
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 17
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 6
The guard simply smirks, nods and rolls the dice.
Challenge: Accepted!
Player: Xalkas
Gaming Set: Dice
Cheating: Opted out!
Game on!
Three Checks
1. Wisdom (Insight) DC: 16 (npc) vs 12 (Xalkas) - Success
2. Charisma (Persuasion) DC: 19 (npc) vs 18 (Xalkas) - Success
3. Charisma (Deception) DC: 13 (npc) vs 5 (Xalkas) - Failed
Gambling Results:
Results - Value
0 - Lose all the money you bet, and accrue a debt equal to that amount
1 - Lose half the money you bet.
2 - Gain the amount you bet plus half again more.
3 - Gain double the amount you bet.
Fair and square, Xalkas would get his 6g bet back, plus 3g.
just an unstable unicorn.
Xalkas hold out his hand to the guard, “I believe you owe me 3 gold and 5 silver, if I’ve done my figuring correctly.” A satisfied grin spreading across his face.
Once squared up with the Argent Alliance’s enthusiastic wizard, the guard would gesture for the group to head through the gates into Bargewright Inn. The other guards would quickly seal the gate behind you. It was as if they couldn’t close door fast enough and were relieved when barred shut.
The gates were sealed and the market stalls closed for the night. To the north was the largest inn, The Old Bargewright. It looked as though it was recently rebuilt and stands as a substantial stone structure with thick walls. The streets were quiet and dingy and the sun has set.
just an unstable unicorn.
Kerric:
Moving towards the inn with the others, Kerric says, "As I was mentioning before we had to pay the usurious entry fee, let's get the wagon and horse settled, then we can see to our own needs. Keep your wits about you--I don't trust these Zhentarim."
Gerrard Feldren - Human Noble in Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Kerric Brightblade - Elven Warrior in "Apocalypse"
What's the difference between a Wizard and a Sorcerer?
Class.
Kerric:
"Indeed, we were hoping to meet up with these dwarves and conduct some business--accompanied by large quantities of ale purchased at the local inn, of course," added Kerric, attempting to aid T'chal'fronack'zcinicker's effort to pump the guard for information.
OOC: Help action, probably on Persuasion?
Gerrard Feldren - Human Noble in Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Kerric Brightblade - Elven Warrior in "Apocalypse"
Hearing Kerric mention the ‘Zhentarim’, Xalkas attempts to recall as much as he can of them from his studies.
history?: 25
ooc: trying to make use of the sage background feature.
When you attempt to learn or recall a piece of lore, if you do not know that information, you often know where and from whom you can obtain it. Usually, this information comes from a library, scriptorium, university, or a sage or other learned person or creature. Your DM might rule that the knowledge you seek is secreted away in an almost inaccessible place, or that it simply cannot be found. Unearthing the deepest secrets of the multiverse can require an adventure or even a whole campaign.
OOC: Having had a hell of a nap, Reghys is ready to sprong back into action
Reghys adopts a similar expression to that of their gnomish friend. Zhentarim... Zhent... Zhents? The name definitely rang a bell. They were wracking their brains to find a morsel of a tale or a ballad that mentioned them, even going as far as brainstorming freeform rhymes to see whether they'd trigger any memories.
History: 11
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The individual strode along as they escorted the group, with almost a permanent grin on their face as the tiefling poured with excitement. When T'chal'fronack'zcinicker would finally address them directly, the guard would look thoughtful, almost with a glint in their eyes. "Did I actually say something about that? I suppose I considered it. Yes." After a soft chuckle the guard would continue. "I'll be connecting you with Nalaskur at the Old Bargewright Inn. He'd be the one to finalize the accommodations for your stay. Just tell him I sent you." They'd wink.
You'd all arrive at the entrance of the inn. "And this is where I take my leave." Looking to both T'chal'fronack'zcinicker and Kerric the guard would pause for a moment before continuing. "You're the sort that like to ask a lot of questions." Their smirk grows into a grin. "Sure, I see some. Hear some. But, if you haven't guessed by now, information is not my game." They'd roll a dice along their knuckles before popping it up in the air and catching it. "Now if you want to gamble some more, I come by for a drink or two after my shift and can be found at my table. I'll drink with you warrior." They'd wink once more. "But, if you want scoop, Nal's your elf." And with that, the guard would take their leave, hand held in the air for a casual wave good bye.
Xalkas' mind was reeling the moment he heard the name 'Zhentarim'. There was so much information coming to mind, you'd have to take a moment to sift through all of it, whether it was in your mind or through your notes. But it was a good thing you took your time, because you were incredibly thorough and the information felt rather important. And, now that the guard was gone, you all stood together as a group with only the sound of your voices and Bill's neys.
Zhentarim
This shadow network seeks to expand its influence and power base throughout Faerûn. Its members coerce, persuade, or buy their way into every major area of influence. Rogues and warlocks fill the Zhentarim’s ranks, but the faction recruits any who can conduct its business without too many moral reservations. Zhentarim operatives might be found in any settlement. The organization also has a vested interest in maintaining the prosperity of Yartar.
Zhentarim and Bargewright InnBargewright Inn fell under Zhentarim influence a few years ago. Any member or ally of that faction can find a discreet welcome (and few or low fees) within its walls. The Zhentarim spy on everyone, even each other (or as one merchant put it, “especially each other”). Bargewright Inn is ruled by a plutocracy of business owners, most of whom are in the pockets of the Zhentarim. The unofficial leader is a cold-eyed "Senior Sword". Female.
Meanwhile, Reghys was drawing a bit of a blank, like a little blurb of information was on the tip of their tongue, but they'd lose it. That nap must have their brain in a bit of a groggy fog at the moment.
just an unstable unicorn.