This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. A bloom of colorful blue and green algae covers the surface of the water, obscuring its depths. From a stone path, narrow stairs descend into the water from this path.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
The shaman might know where more Lizardfolk commoners are.
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
The shaman might know where more Lizardfolk commoners are.
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
In AREA 20, a wooden table set against the south wall features a wooden bowl of fruit. A wooden bench is against the north wall, and in the center of the room a wooden chair faces the bench. Three lizardfolk in robes are reciting a sibilant chant. On of them is clearly a Shaman. The shaman sees you, startles, and says, "What are you doing here! Guards! Guards!" The two lizardfolk children hide behind Zmeya's legs, frightened.
Hiramat raises his hands, palms out in what he hopes is a universal sign of peace. "I'm sorry we've startled you, we did not mean to do that, we're here in peace to help in the great battle to come against the fish-people"
Wilmot leans over and out, touching Klaus's shoulder as he speaks to the fish people. "May the Dweller on the Horizon guide your foolhardy attempt." He casts guidance on Klaus.
In Draconic, bowing low not making eye contact, "Our pardons elder, we did not mean to impose ourselves upon your ritual. Please may we have moment and we will be gone?"
Zmeya will corroborate the information Archie said. She had spoken with Shamans in her Yuan-Ti homeland, and she shows the proper respect - bowing deeply, averting eye contact, and other behavior that dignifies respect. She is glad Hiramat and Archie seem to do the same. She pats the little children on their heads. Shamans were scary, indeed.
Klaus quickly raises both open palms before the Merfolk and says "Friends, merfolk, allies, lend me your ears! I come offering an alliance against our common enemy, the Sahuagin! Please, stay your weapons but a moment and hear me out! I offer counsel and training so that your mighty warriors will stand even stronger against the accursed sea-devils that have menaced your people and mine."
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
Quick.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
In AREA 20, a wooden table set against the south wall features a wooden bowl of fruit. A wooden bench is against the north wall, and in the center of the room a wooden chair faces the bench. Three lizardfolk in robes are reciting a sibilant chant. On of them is clearly a Shaman.
The Shaman and the children relax a bit. "State your business and be gone. You have interrupted our spiritual ritual."
With a DC of 15, the merfolk are extremely vary of your diplomatic tactics, and immediately withdraw deeper into the pool. You get the sinking feeling, judging by their reactions, that you have most likely botched this first impression and further action may or may not lead to hostilities.
Gracy, Wilmot, and Klaus:
AREA 52 - MERFOLK POOL
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
Quick.
This diplomatic attempt has failed.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
In AREA 20, a wooden table set against the south wall features a wooden bowl of fruit. A wooden bench is against the north wall, and in the center of the room a wooden chair faces the bench. Three lizardfolk in robes are reciting a sibilant chant. On of them is clearly a Shaman.
The Shaman and the children relax a bit. "State your business and be gone. You have interrupted our spiritual ritual."
Gracy, Wilmot, and Klaus:
AREA 52 - MERFOLK POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. A bloom of colorful blue and green algae covers the surface of the water, obscuring its depths. From a stone path, narrow stairs descend into the water from this path.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
The shaman might know where more Lizardfolk commoners are.
Donning his helmet, Klaus strides dramatically in his mind ,and, perhaps comically in the eyes of his friends, into the water.
Gracy stays on the edge of the pool (whichever one Klaus went into) and carefully studies the area for signs of any hidden traps or unseen objections
Investigation passive is 19 - active is 24
Which pool? 51 or 52? Sorry I posted 51 twice like a dummy.
Gracy: This area is trap free.
The one with the merfolk
Gracy, Wilmot, and Klaus:
AREA 52 - MERFOLK POOL
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
The shaman might know where more Lizardfolk commoners are.
Archibald and his buddies head to the shaman.
Gracy, Wilmot, and Klaus:
AREA 52 - MERFOLK POOL
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
In AREA 20, a wooden table set against the south wall features a wooden bowl of fruit. A wooden bench is against the north wall, and in the center of the room a wooden chair faces the bench. Three lizardfolk in robes are reciting a sibilant chant. On of them is clearly a Shaman. The shaman sees you, startles, and says, "What are you doing here! Guards! Guards!" The two lizardfolk children hide behind Zmeya's legs, frightened.
Hiramat raises his hands, palms out in what he hopes is a universal sign of peace. "I'm sorry we've startled you, we did not mean to do that, we're here in peace to help in the great battle to come against the fish-people"
Wilmot leans over and out, touching Klaus's shoulder as he speaks to the fish people. "May the Dweller on the Horizon guide your foolhardy attempt." He casts guidance on Klaus.
Corrin Kettlewhistle: Halfling Life Cleric (Curse of Strahd)
Kip Dalton: Human Lore Bard (Waterdeep Dragon Heist)
Debauchery Dalliance: Half-Drow Oath of Conquest Paladin (White Plume Mountain)
In Draconic, bowing low not making eye contact, "Our pardons elder, we did not mean to impose ourselves upon your ritual. Please may we have moment and we will be gone?"
(Gives Hiramat the help action for advantage)
Zmeya will corroborate the information Archie said. She had spoken with Shamans in her Yuan-Ti homeland, and she shows the proper respect - bowing deeply, averting eye contact, and other behavior that dignifies respect. She is glad Hiramat and Archie seem to do the same. She pats the little children on their heads. Shamans were scary, indeed.
Klaus quickly raises both open palms before the Merfolk and says "Friends, merfolk, allies, lend me your ears! I come offering an alliance against our common enemy, the Sahuagin! Please, stay your weapons but a moment and hear me out! I offer counsel and training so that your mighty warriors will stand even stronger against the accursed sea-devils that have menaced your people and mine."
Persuasion: 11
Gracy, Wilmot, and Klaus:
AREA 52 - MERFOLK POOL
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
Quick.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
In AREA 20, a wooden table set against the south wall features a wooden bowl of fruit. A wooden bench is against the north wall, and in the center of the room a wooden chair faces the bench. Three lizardfolk in robes are reciting a sibilant chant. On of them is clearly a Shaman.
The Shaman and the children relax a bit. "State your business and be gone. You have interrupted our spiritual ritual."
Guidance bonus to Klaus's Persuasion Roll of 11: 4
Total 14 on Klaus's Persuasion roll to calm the Merfolk he just barged in upon like the pompous ass that he is.
With a DC of 15, the merfolk are extremely vary of your diplomatic tactics, and immediately withdraw deeper into the pool. You get the sinking feeling, judging by their reactions, that you have most likely botched this first impression and further action may or may not lead to hostilities.
Gracy, Wilmot, and Klaus:
AREA 52 - MERFOLK POOL
Four Merfolk are lounging underwater beneath the algae. As Klaus submerges, they startle. Apparently, they were neither expecting a human to enter the pool, much less one with such a helm. They assume defensive positions, and look at you curiously. Better do something quick.
Quick.
This diplomatic attempt has failed.
AREA 51 - LOCATHAH POOL
This flooded natural rock cavern is roughly circular and about seventy feet in diameter. The water is clear, but the bottom is covered with a mass of weeds so that the depth cannot be judged. A stone path has been carved into the west wall a few feet above the waterline. Narrow stone stairs descend into the water from this path.
Archie, Zmeya, Hiramat:
In AREA 20, a wooden table set against the south wall features a wooden bowl of fruit. A wooden bench is against the north wall, and in the center of the room a wooden chair faces the bench. Three lizardfolk in robes are reciting a sibilant chant. On of them is clearly a Shaman.
The Shaman and the children relax a bit. "State your business and be gone. You have interrupted our spiritual ritual."
Gracy calls out 'Hey dome-top - how's it going?'
“I am sad to say that it is the merfolk, not I, who smell something fishy about our diplomatic mission. Press on at our own peril, or cut bait?”
Wilmot shrugs. “Press on, I guess.” He offers the Merfolk an apologetic wave.
Corrin Kettlewhistle: Halfling Life Cleric (Curse of Strahd)
Kip Dalton: Human Lore Bard (Waterdeep Dragon Heist)
Debauchery Dalliance: Half-Drow Oath of Conquest Paladin (White Plume Mountain)