Yes! Xunhar grows impatient and bursts out the door at the end of the armory sprinting towards his newfound companions as stealthily as possible, looking to the sides in hopes of dodging an incoming poisoned bolt, mouthing curses all along.
You sneak into the room. It is a 15-ft diameter circle, with dark mats with a web pattern on the floor. There is a huge carving of a spider, and behind it, a semicircle of pillows and cushions, on which lays a young female drow. Despite Vanros and Armalis both making quite a bit of noise, she does not wake up. Next to her is a trapdoor. What would you like to do?
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Xunhar's hand instinctively starts to sign something before he realizes those around him now wouldn't understand, cursing under his breath he takes a few tentative steps into the room, approaching the sleeping female, trying to spot a house sigil or some other form of symbol, like the garments of a priestess. Circling around the woman at a distance, Xunhar slides the shortsword out of the scabbard for safe measure, approaching the trapdoor, and taking a moment to stare at the others intently while he takes his index finger to his lips, demanding silence.
Varnos looks towards the trap door, pointing towards it then downward, signaling to go down the door. He then begins to slowly move towards it, trying to be as quiet as he can to reach it & hopefully be aided in opening it quietly.
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History check: 7
Xunhar was born in Phaundakulzan and instructed in Undrek'Thoz. Though he travelled much of the Underdark afterwards, he would never enter Menzoberranzan willingly. The 3 month long journey between that region and Menzoberranzan cities would seldom be performed without magic aid, and reserved for the more deserving High Priestesses of the family, the Matron Mother and elder daughter, never a lowly Firstboy. However, since we're talking about the "capital" of the Spider Queen, Xunhar may have been required to know the name of at leas the major houses off the top of his head during his training.
Xunhar stops for a moment at the side of the priestess, his eyes stop blinking for a time while his mind runs the possibilities, he then stares back at nearby Varnos and tries to mouth the options while pointing at the sleeping priestess. Xunhar attempts to cast Message targeting Varnos, though he is missing the copper wire material component, looking around at his options, he grips the steel blade of his shortsword hoping for a minor interference but an understandable message.
DM, tell me if the cantrip works, then Varnos may be able to hear (and also reply while keeping silent to others):
"This one is a priestess, she may be the one some other prisoners were mentioning as doubting her faith. She may be of use to us, either as collaborator or as hostage. What do you think?"
Xunhar was born in Phaundakulzan and instructed in Undrek'Thoz. Though he travelled much of the Underdark afterwards, he would never enter Menzoberranzan willingly. The 3 month long journey between that region and Menzoberranzan cities would seldom be performed without magic aid, and reserved for the more deserving High Priestesses of the family, the Matron Mother and elder daughter, never a lowly Firstboy. However, since we're talking about the "capital" of the Spider Queen, Xunhar may have been required to know the name of at leas the major houses off the top of his head during his training.
Xunhar stops for a moment at the side of the priestess, his eyes stop blinking for a time while his mind runs the possibilities, he then stares back at nearby Varnos and tries to mouth the options while pointing at the sleeping priestess. Xunhar attempts to cast Message targeting Varnos, though he is missing the copper wire material component, looking around at his options, he grips the steel blade of his shortsword hoping for a minor interference but an understandable message.
DM, tell me if the cantrip works, then Varnos may be able to hear (and also reply while keeping silent to others):
"This one is a priestess, she may be the one some other prisoners were mentioning as doubting her faith. She may be of use to us, either as collaborator or as hostage. What do you think?"
Xunhar:
You recognize her house crest as that of House Vandree. The message will work, though it'll have some words partially blocked.
Varnos:
You get this message mentally from Xunhar: "This one is a prie...ess, she may be the one some other ············ ··ere mentioning as doubting her faith. She may be of use to us, either as collab·····or or as hostage. What do you ···ink?
Xunhar furrows his brow and has his mouth hang partially open for a moment, clearly not understanding a word of that Varnos just said, he looks at his sword in frustration with his lack of proper material components.
Shaking his head at the whole situation, Xunhar decides to take action. With sudden but controlled movements he crawls to the side of the woman, gently sliding his hand over the back of the neck of the sleeping priestess, holding it firmly as the tip of his shortsword touches her throat, (in Elvish) "Good morning Miss Vandree, I am your new friend." All the while, Xunhar positions himself as to cover the view of his companions from her, allowing for a clear way towards the trapdoor nearby.
Max will take the opportunity to get the group started towards the trapdoor, gesturing for the others to follow. He’ll pull the door up far enough for someone to see down, but will be watching Xunhur’s encounter.
(someone who can see in darkness have a look maybe? Lol)
Inside, the walls are hung with black mesh resembling a spider's web, extending from a central spot on the ceiling out to the walls, then draped down like curtains. Thick, woven mats cover the floor, while a low platform is covered with cushions and pillows to make a broad, divan-like bed. One side of the chamber contains a small table and two chairs, while the other holds a small shrine to Lolth, draped in white silk. A heavy chest of black-stained zurkhwood sits at the foot of the bed.
The woman comes awake with a start, leaving a thin line of blood on her neck. She looks at Xunhar and begins speaking frantically in Elvish
Elvish Speakers:
"Who are you? Unhand me this instant! I am a priestess of House Vandree!"
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Insight: 6
Xunhar pulls the sword back slightly, hoping not to harm her any further, (in Elvish) "Careful there, dear. Name's Xunhar, fully aware of who you are, it's the very reason my sword is where it is. You can tell your story to the others on our way, just keep it down and no one gets hurt. I've heard how you were dying to get out of here, priestess." he gently helps her up to her feet and leads her on towards the trapdoor, following the others.
You noticed that she seemed off when she said priestess, as if she wasn't quite sure of it. She looked even more worried and almost ashamed when you said "I've heard how you were dying to get out of here, priestess". She replies "I'm not going anywhere until you tell me what you want."
Before I continue, Xunhar, are you following them?
Yes! Xunhar grows impatient and bursts out the door at the end of the armory sprinting towards his newfound companions as stealthily as possible, looking to the sides in hopes of dodging an incoming poisoned bolt, mouthing curses all along.
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Ok. Make Stealth checks, you 3.
Armalis steps forward lightly...
Stealth: 6
Xunhar's Stealth: 12
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Vanros's stealth: 20
You sneak into the room. It is a 15-ft diameter circle, with dark mats with a web pattern on the floor. There is a huge carving of a spider, and behind it, a semicircle of pillows and cushions, on which lays a young female drow. Despite Vanros and Armalis both making quite a bit of noise, she does not wake up. Next to her is a trapdoor. What would you like to do?
Xunhar's hand instinctively starts to sign something before he realizes those around him now wouldn't understand, cursing under his breath he takes a few tentative steps into the room, approaching the sleeping female, trying to spot a house sigil or some other form of symbol, like the garments of a priestess. Circling around the woman at a distance, Xunhar slides the shortsword out of the scabbard for safe measure, approaching the trapdoor, and taking a moment to stare at the others intently while he takes his index finger to his lips, demanding silence.
If needed: Perception 10
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How familiar is Xunhar with Menzoberrozan? If you're not, make a history check.
She is wearing the robes of a priestess, but not a high priestess. There are rumors she is questioning Lolth. You might be able to sway her away.
Varnos looks towards the trap door, pointing towards it then downward, signaling to go down the door. He then begins to slowly move towards it, trying to be as quiet as he can to reach it & hopefully be aided in opening it quietly.
History check: 7
Xunhar was born in Phaundakulzan and instructed in Undrek'Thoz. Though he travelled much of the Underdark afterwards, he would never enter Menzoberranzan willingly. The 3 month long journey between that region and Menzoberranzan cities would seldom be performed without magic aid, and reserved for the more deserving High Priestesses of the family, the Matron Mother and elder daughter, never a lowly Firstboy. However, since we're talking about the "capital" of the Spider Queen, Xunhar may have been required to know the name of at leas the major houses off the top of his head during his training.
Xunhar stops for a moment at the side of the priestess, his eyes stop blinking for a time while his mind runs the possibilities, he then stares back at nearby Varnos and tries to mouth the options while pointing at the sleeping priestess. Xunhar attempts to cast Message targeting Varnos, though he is missing the copper wire material component, looking around at his options, he grips the steel blade of his shortsword hoping for a minor interference but an understandable message.
DM, tell me if the cantrip works, then Varnos may be able to hear (and also reply while keeping silent to others):
"This one is a priestess, she may be the one some other prisoners were mentioning as doubting her faith. She may be of use to us, either as collaborator or as hostage. What do you think?"
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Xunhar:
You recognize her house crest as that of House Vandree. The message will work, though it'll have some words partially blocked.
Varnos:
You get this message mentally from Xunhar: "This one is a prie...ess, she may be the one some other ············ ··ere mentioning as doubting her faith. She may be of use to us, either as collab·····or or as hostage. What do you ···ink?
There's a lot of interference in the message.
Varnos pauses as he looks towards Xunhar, cocking his head to one side.
In Sylvan: "Do what you think is best. Right now, I need help getting through this trap door quietly. Can you help?"
Xunhar furrows his brow and has his mouth hang partially open for a moment, clearly not understanding a word of that Varnos just said, he looks at his sword in frustration with his lack of proper material components.
Shaking his head at the whole situation, Xunhar decides to take action. With sudden but controlled movements he crawls to the side of the woman, gently sliding his hand over the back of the neck of the sleeping priestess, holding it firmly as the tip of his shortsword touches her throat, (in Elvish) "Good morning Miss Vandree, I am your new friend." All the while, Xunhar positions himself as to cover the view of his companions from her, allowing for a clear way towards the trapdoor nearby.
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Max will take the opportunity to get the group started towards the trapdoor, gesturing for the others to follow. He’ll pull the door up far enough for someone to see down, but will be watching Xunhur’s encounter.
(someone who can see in darkness have a look maybe? Lol)
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Once Max had opened the trap door, Varnos would immediately lean down & in to the trap door opening, looking around to see what he could find.
Varnos:
The woman comes awake with a start, leaving a thin line of blood on her neck. She looks at Xunhar and begins speaking frantically in Elvish
Elvish Speakers:
"Who are you? Unhand me this instant! I am a priestess of House Vandree!"
Make a Insight check, Xunhar.
Insight: 6
Xunhar pulls the sword back slightly, hoping not to harm her any further, (in Elvish) "Careful there, dear. Name's Xunhar, fully aware of who you are, it's the very reason my sword is where it is. You can tell your story to the others on our way, just keep it down and no one gets hurt. I've heard how you were dying to get out of here, priestess." he gently helps her up to her feet and leads her on towards the trapdoor, following the others.
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Xunhar:
You noticed that she seemed off when she said priestess, as if she wasn't quite sure of it. She looked even more worried and almost ashamed when you said "I've heard how you were dying to get out of here, priestess". She replies "I'm not going anywhere until you tell me what you want."
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