The small conference room on the second floor is available. Broderick and Grimaldi are about to enter.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 1):

Making his way to the second floor Broderick checked with the Guildsman, Floor Manager, if there was a room they could use to plan their next expedition. Broderick was informed there was and they could use it. Arranging for some light refreshments and non alcoholic beverages before heading to the room.
Taking a seat Broderick glanced at Grimaldi. Do you think Darius will be long and is interested in continuing to explore with us?

When everything was set down, Grimaldi took some refreshments, and poured himself a cup of drink. "Salut."
Grimaldi said, raising his glass to Broderick.
Draining his cup, Grimaldi gave his answer:
"Master Broderick. I suggest we make haste in returning, but leave a message for Darius, with your seal. Have him meet us there, while we arrange of how we'll get the gate open. As much I hate to admit it, we may also need one lock specialist to aid us, if we can't somehow get a key."

OOC (GM said I can stay with u guys, so I'm back.) Sederic enters the room, humming an old dwarven work song. He nods in greeting to the two men and sits with them.
"I agree with Grimaldi. It'd be nice if the guild would give us the keys necessary to get in. I'm getting antsy though, I want to leave this damned guild hall already," Sederic says, laughing.

19:55, Today: Grimaldi rolled 5 using 3d6 ((2,2,1)). area knowledge (Northport) - 14

(OOC Under which part of the city, where we?)
Grimaldi seems to be going over details, in his mind...
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In reply to Sederic (msg # 4):

Broderick gives a Sederic a wry smile. Master Sederic how many grates, portals or such do you anticipate we will need access keys for; and how many keys do you think the Guild has access to and are prepared to lease out to adventuring groups? ooc if this is unknown have you considered other options?

We don't know where Darius was intending to go only that it was some distance from the slain Slorn. As he is otherwise engaged We should disregard him. I will round up the other three and meet you both outside the guild.
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"I think our best course of action would be to just go down there and see what's in store for us. i heard the areas around it were already mapped, so i assumed the guild would have keys to at least some of the gates.  I honestly can't believe we're having such a problem finding a damned rogue," Sederic laughs.  "But by any means, I'm ready to at least go and do some recon. There may even be some other entrances behind the gate in some of the ruined buildings around town. "

In reply to Sederic (msg # 7):

As the area was described as being on the edge of the redlight district and accross from a Shevnian slaughterhouse, the place in question is likely to be somewhere in little Shevnia.

"It might be a good idea, to find us a lock specialist, who is literate in, and can speak Shevnian..." Grimaldi said, after his thought.
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Sederic sighs and leans forward, placing his elbows on his knees. He looks between the two men quizzically, trying to place his thoughts in order over the bickering of Miekka.
"You know, a day, hell, even a minute without your constant bickering would be a delight words could barely capture. The minute i figure out how to silence you, believe me, i wont even say goodbye," he says, weariness evident in his eyes, irritability setting in.
"I can force entry into some doors and such, but i fear its a limited ability. And as far as having a literate shevnian with us, we could poasibly avoid that if we can get the materials up here that we wish translated."
He pulls his quiver and sheath from his back and rests them between his legs, running his fingers over Mika's hilt as if anxious.

"Good thinking.. We can borrow a translation dictionary from the guild perhaps, we still need a means of getting the gate open, without keys..."

"I can go down to the common room again and check if there is a thief or lock specialist down there lazing about. I'm so ready to get this adventure under way. My pouch is a bit too light for my liking," Sederic says. "Absolutely going to learn lockpicking myself one of these days, it would make my hobby of treasure hunting far easier."

"Let's see if we can find a shevnian lock specialist... or perhaps the right wizard."
Grimaldi cut a piece of bread, and cheese and wrapped it in a kerchief, and tucked it in his jacket, and took an apple from the fruit bowl and put it in his pouch. He pours himself another cup of barley water. "Did you get any of this? When you're eating a bowl of hot brown, and a bowl of gruel a day, I'm not too proud to eat whatever else, that is set before me..."
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Sederic follows Grimaldi's example and takes a piece of bread, some cheese and an apple and places them in his pouch as well.
"Is this a heist that we're undertaking, by the way? I'm kind of confused as to the nature of this quest,". Sederic admits, seeking clarification.

"It may be a hidden treasure, it may be a bandit's, or monster's spoils, down there."Grimaldi drained his cup and set it down.
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"Was the route mapped? mayhaps we could compare a map of the tunnels to yhe streets and try to drop down behind where we were intending to go," Sederic suggests, still trying to brainstorm.

"Master Broderick may know, or possess such things..."
Grimaldi said, reaching for a piece of cake.
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 23:16, Wed 14 Mar 2018.

ooc did you two forget Broderick is rounding up the others and will be waiting outside the guild?

OOC: Waiting for the GM to advance our scene. In the meanwhile Grimaldi is taking advantage of the spread, like an old jewish lady. Oi vey...

OOC LOL, YES I DID.

Sederic stands, strapping Miekka's sheath to his belt and slinging his quiver over his shoulder.  He picks his unstrung bow up and restrings it, hanging it over his quiver. He adjusts his belt and stretches his arms over his head, twisting his neck.
 He pulls his.cloak around his shoulders and pulls his hood up as he starts for the door and heads down the stairs and out of the guild hall. He spots Broderick and the others and heads to them, standing beside them quietly waiting to be briefed.

Grimaldi Follows Sederic out, cake in hand.

ooc No

Smasher stood outside the Guildhouse, staring at the building opposite it,  studying the human workmanship without comment.

Ah here you are. I've been considering possible personnel additions that may be helpful in the exploration. These are Dolpho Mercer and a fellow by the name of Barlow. What do you think?

Grimaldi spoke:
"Do either of them read Shevnian at the least? We may need someone who can translate for us, in Little Shevnia..."
Grimaldi takes a bite of the aralaise almond cake, he'd taken with him, from the offices.
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In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 24):

I spotted Dolpho Mercer just entering the Guild. Barlow can generally be found at the Leather Mask. I have no idea if either of them they know how to read Shevnian. ooc do you want them added to the team?
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"I mean, maybe. Grimaldi raises a good point, at least.
Do they have any skills useful to this expedition? And if they do, where do we have to go to meet them, and how much longer will this put us on hold?" Sederic says, looking up and down the street.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 27):

Barlow is a sewer worker so has quite a few skills that should prove useful. ooc not sure about Dolpho the GM recommended him. do you want them added to the team?

OOC. (I don't care, lol. It's another hand in the purse at the end, tho. We alrdy have a lot of people with us. Barlow wouldnt be bad if he had some lockpickong skills or something of the sort I guess, and he knows the sewers. I say leave it to Grimaldi.)

OOC I'm gonna let the GM roleplay the NPCs and make a decision after I meet them.

Unperturbed by Brodericks suggestion Smasher continues to observe/stare at the building on the other side of the street.

OOC. sounds like a good idea to meet them first.

Slipping back into the Guild Broderick locates Dolpho, if the fellow isn't otherwise busy and would be agreeable to assisting in a expedition. Broderick then waits for the others to ask any question they wish.

Sederic looks to Broderick again, pulling his dreadlocked green hair back and securing it with a piece of twine at the back of his head. He reaches into his pouch and pulls the piece of cheese he acquired in the office and takes a bite of it.
"What is it you're hoping to find down there Broderick? Coin, trinkets, glory? What is the motivation for you and yours to be going back down there so quickly after returning?" Sederic asks, looking Broderick over and taking note of his rapier.
 He wonders of the man's skill with it and quickly pushes the thought away as he feels Miekka's obscene presence in his thoughts, his hunger for blood.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 34):

The same can be asked of you Master Sederic; however let us say it's a means of improving ones lot in this world.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 35):

Dolpho looks up from a bowl of brown when Broderick re-enters the guild. While his sword is checked in with Aemon,his tools are at his belt.

This is the man who mamaged the gates Broderick had passed through previously.

"Bon jour. Monsieur Mercer, I presume?"
Grimaldi greeted the stranger.
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In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 37):

"You presume correctly. Whom is addressing me? I have seen you, but we have not met."

"I am Grimaldi. Well met.. this is Sederic."
Grimaldi gestured to the half elf.
"Master Broderick, I trust you already know... You see, we're looking for a locksman to join us on a foray below the city..."

"Mayhaps a bit of all three, Broderick. I'd love to stumble upon some magical tomes, to be quite honest," Sederic says to Broderick, turning to the man walking up.
He nods in greeting and checks the man over, sizing him up.
"I've been told u are familiar with the sewers, Dolpho. Do you have any particular skills or knowledge that will benefit us down there? I hate yo admit it, but my knowledge is lacking in that area. I'm pretty much a sword arm on this expedition, looking to fatten my purse and perhaps make some new friends amongst the guild," he says, a smile creeping across his face.
Sederic wraps a hand around Miekka's hilt, seemingly holding it in place in it's sheath. He scans the street they are standing on and then turns his eyes back to his companions, raising an eyebrow quizzically.
"So, what do you lot think? Should he accompany us or not?" Sederic asks, so eager to get this venture underway.

"We'll be operating under Little Shevnia... While your skills as a locksman are needed, it might also serve us, if you were aquainted with shevnian language and script..."
Grimaldi popped the rest of his cake into his mouth, and put his gloves on, after brushing away the crumbs in his palm.
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Waiting in the street, for the others to return, Smasher continued staring at the building opposite the Guild.

Broderick slipped into a seat beside Dolpho, remaining quietly attentive as the others question the Guildsman.

ooc Judging by Darius'es recent post he won't be joining us we should move along.

 Carruthers slipped over to Broderick and quietly informed him about Darius's.

Sederic looks between the men again, his eyelids heavy.
"I say we take Dolpho along. We can go without the other man, methinks. Between Broderick's entourage and ourselves, we should have this well taken care of. To be completely honest, I'm just ready to go," Sederic laughs, interlacing his fingers and stretching his arms, popping his elbows.
He looks in his coin purse and frowns, noticing the measly three coins in it.

OOC let's get going, lol. We should be good, I think.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 46):

"I'm in, at the usual rates plus a share. What's the job?"

In reply to Dolpho Mercer (msg # 47):

Broderick looks at the others anticipating their acceptance of Dolpho's fee as rates will be charged equally to each member.

ooc Broderick doesn't agree to forking out a full share and standard rate. He's of the opinion Hirelings either get standard rate and half share or full share. If the others agree to those terms he'll expect full rate and full share as well and he'll suggest each member of the group to do so also. Thus Dolpho will be obliged to contribute to the payment of the other party members the same way he expects them to contribute to his standard rate.

once the negotiation is finalised he suggests they head to the Leather Lounge to locate Barlow.
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OOC (( can u explain that to.me a little more in depth? I was under the impression that we were going treasure hunting and just splitting whatever we found between us. Is the guild paying us or something? Is the area were going to.unmapped? ))

"I thought that we had agreed that Dolpho would be enough. Too many more heads and we could be leaving with barely anything for ourselves after the guild takes it's cut. We don't know how much treasure is actually down there, and how much it's worth," Sederic says, irritation evident in his voice as the agitation of not having left yet is getting to him.

02:03, Today: Grimaldi rolled 15 using 3d6.  loner - 12 or less to succeed
Grimaldi sighed
"This is beginning to get way too crowded...I agree with Sederic. I say we take one other person.. somebody to open locks and perhaps deal with traps. Shevnian, is a bonus.."
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In reply to Sederic (msg # 49):

ooc posts 29-32 didn't indicate any limitation; so was assuming there was no problems and have been posting accordingly.

Going for gold was our intention, however Darius was the one who detected it and he's not participating. The Guild isn't involved it'll be a exploration to see what we find.
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In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 51):

"Alright, a half share. I was seeing a Shevnian girl, so I know a few words.

You head toward the Leather Mask.

In reply to Dolpho Mercer (msg # 52):

Broderick thanks Dolpho and accepts these revised terms on behalf of the team.

ooc Do they reach the Leather Lounge and locate Barlow? If so he'll let the others discuss terms with the guide.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 53):

The leather mask is a tavern frequented by tanners, and the place reeks of them. In the back, behind a table of leatherworkers discussing a dart game, sits a man of orcish descent wearing gear emblazoned with the logo of the Northport Department of Acqueducts and Sewers.

"Well, I suppose that's Karlow..."
13:52, Today: Grimaldi rolled 11 using 3d6 ((5,3,3)). Aura - 14
Grimaldi focused on Karlow from a distance, within the darkness of his hood..he turned his wrist and gestured an open palm as if asking/offering and spoke:"Verum Natura"
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15:24, Today: Sederic rolled 8 using 3d6 ((2,1,5)). Thaumatology 15



Feeling the familiar tinge of magic in the air, Sederic observes the casting of the spell and commits what is found to memory.
Sederic smirks and nods in agreement with Grimaldi. A hand strays to Miekka's hilt and rests there as he sizes the man up, falling into step behind the large group when they move forward.
"I'm assuming you are correct, Grimaldi. Let's hope this is the last one, our group's getting far too large for my liking, soon we won't be able to swing our swords without striking each other accidentally," he chuckles, keeping his voice low, trying to avoid letting others know what they're up to.
He looks around the room, noticing the awful smell of the tannery workers profession sticking to them. He makes mental notes of the shadier looking characters and their locations, preferring to never be caught unawares.m
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Moving into the tavern Smasher positions himself to the right of the entry and stares at the front counter.

In reply to Smasher (msg # 57):

The orc looks up from his meal.

Accompanying Clair, Currethers, Dolpho, Grimaldi, Phylicity, Sedrick and Smasher; Broderick entered the Leather Mask. Upon locating Barlow, Broderick greeting the Orchish Sewer Worker, then waited for either Dolpho, Grimaldi, Sedrick or Smasher to make any inquiries about exploring the sewers.

Sederic extends a gloved hand for a handshake after pulling his hood back. "The name's Sederic, well met. We're going down under the city and we heard that you might hav some skills that may be of assistance to us while we're down there. If you could tell us some of these skills and perhaps your motivation in accompanying us, if we see fit, we may bring you along with us," Sederic says. "I honestly think we have enough people, but if you are in possession of some useful or important skills we may have room for one more."

OOC edited, my bad, lol. We went over that alrdy
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In reply to Sederic (msg # 60):

ooc any terms with the sewer guide are by agreement of the group. We are all members of this team.

In reply to Karlow (msg # 58):

Smasher continues to focus on the shelf ignoring the orc who looked up from his meal.

In reply to Smasher (msg # 62):

"I sometimes guide folk below, for 3 silvers a say. If anything gets unlocked, I have to lock it. I am an agent of the Department of Acqueducts and Sewers, and I cannot support destruction of municipal property, as it is my job to maintain those areas. I am familiar with the first few levels of the upper works, and skilled at maintanance and some fighting."

"Allow us to deliberate amongst ourselves."
Grimaldi motioned the group to huddle a distance away.

Follows Grimaldi away from the man, making sure they're far enough away as to not be heard.
"While he sounds useful, I just can't get the fact that we already have so many with us. The man's also got a polearm, that's gonna be all but useless down there. Maybe we can grease his palms though and rent the keys off of him or pay for a mold to be made of them, he did say he'd have to lock up after us so I assume that means he has the keys, " Sederic says, keeping his voice low, looking between the man at the table and the group of men he is conversing with. "Simply put, though, I just don't want another with us. We probably should've came here before going to meet the cutpurse. But, as long as Dolpho can pick locks down there, we should be fine. Although he seems useful, I say we don't take him, probably not the best idea having a sewer worker with us anyway. What if he tells his buddies from work about the stuff we find down there, then we have another group of men down there looking for treasure. "

Grimaldi spoke in a low tone:
"This fellow is just counterproductive to our aims. I say we leave this place, before we've tipped our hand, if we haven't already..."
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 18:18, Mon 26 Mar 2018.

ooc did they gather near Smasher if not he was too focused on staring at the counter to notice they had gathered elsewhere.
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OOC. ((I reckon we could have, as long as we were out of earshot of the guy that we came to see.))

Broderic accompanies the others, quietly waiting for any discussion to commence.

"Master Broderick, I suggest we leave here... He's too loyal to his job and the city, to be safe."

"I agree, Grimaldi. We should have more than enough people to make this journey a successful one," Sederic says.

As you wish... Broderick was unconcerned by their decision Carruthers, be a good fellow; and give our apologies to Master Karlo, by informing him that we have decided on an alternative process. ushering the team out if the Inn. When Carruthers returned they headed to the tunnels.
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In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 72):

By what route are you heading underground? Through Ashbury 's construction site, or via the porticullus at the undercroft of the guild?

In reply to Narrator (msg # 73):
 Check in with thd Dwarf Master, Broderick enquires how things are comming along.
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OOC. Whatever way is the closest, I'd assume. We're all together and ready to go for the most part. I wanted to stop somewhere and buy a cloak to switch out for my hooded cape so I can get the DR out of it, actually. Could we knock that out on the way?

In reply to Sederic (msg # 75):

ooc and all this time you've been hinting that we should get a move on. I'm wondering why this wasn't suggested earlier?

OOC. I can wait, honestly. I haven't been able to get a word in edgewise because of u carting us around to hire on more men. Not that big of a deal. Just mentioning it in case we happen to pass any shops on the way back. It's legit gonna take ten seconds to pop in and buy a cloak. If it doesn't happen tho, I can do it after the quest unless grim or Dolpho need to buy anything as well.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 77):
ooc I think being criticized for following prompts/etc from the gm is... If you can text you can get a word or more in edgewise. So is Sedetic going to suggest this side trip IC?
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OOC I'll just hold out. do it when I get back I should be fine.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 79):

Dolpho meets up with you at the site, which is busy with kobolds whitewashing the walls. Voorland lowers smasher down to the lower level with the winch, and you see Ashbury here, talking with a brutish man on a crutch, who seems to have a crippled leg.

The walls in the lower room are fully plastered, and the kobolds are sloppily applying whitewash here as well.
"Carefull with that! It isn't cheap!  What are you about now, Master Liebert? I see you brought along that automaton of yours. Who else have you got there?"

"Hello, I'm Grimaldi."

Sederic laughs at the kobold calling the man an automaton. He nods in greeting.
"The name's Sederic," he says, standing next to Grimaldi and Broderick.

"I suspected he was something or other... or a golem."
Grimaldi peered down, as Smasher was lowered.

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In reply to Smasher (msg # 84):

Smasher speaking is a disturbing sound like metal scraping. He weighs more than twice what a heavily armored dwarf should, and his feet crack flagstones when he walks. There is nothing subtle about him, he is an engine of war.[Private to Smasher: there was no extra amount spent to make you passable as a dwarf, you have a high level of unnatural features, and look like a warforged. You can be equipped with even more armor, which would be concealing.
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In reply to Narrator (msg # 85):

 Sederic looks at Smasher again and nods, happy to know the nature of it. He then starts to tighten his armor and sword belt, adjusting Miekka's sheath on his left side. He pulls the blade about 6 inches from the sheath, looking at it's keen edge. The sword starts humming as it is removed from the sheath, and finally stops as he puts it back in the sheath. He looks at the rest of the party, smirking.
"Quite interesting. I'll have to look into that upon our return, but we must feed you first, right Miekka?"

In reply to Sederic (msg # 87):

"Well, you all have brought down the rat population. I am going to have little Charles here act as barkeep for when I get this place rolling as an underground tavern, which should be somewhere around when the kobolds finish mucking out the rooms next door. I am going to get a shopkeeper and a couple of servants down here, and a guard or three, plus staff for the upstairs of the tavern... now where are you off to?"

"That would make a nice way point, for the serious dungeon crawler.."
Grimaldi nodded
"We're off to investigate some ripples in the ether, down here..."
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In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 89):

"That is entirely the point of this enterprise. Without the underground access, a tavern accross the street from a slaughterhouse is a disaster."

"Have you thought of a name for the tavern yet?"
Grimaldi inquired.
"How about the Rapscallion's Rathskeller?"
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In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 91):

"That's not half bad!"

"A crippled bartender? Now I've seen it all. Mayhaps you could call the place The crippled cryptkeeper, Sederic laughs.

13:21, Today: Grimaldi rolled 16 using 3d6.  will roll - (not to laugh at Charle's expense) - 14. Grimaldi uncharacteristically puffs up his cheeks and tries to stifle a laugh, but it explodes in an unceremonious guffaw. "Beg pardon... I'm not laughing at the result of anyone's injuries.. that just kind of caught me off guard..." Grimaldi cleared his throat.
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In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 94):

"No offense taken. After my injury, the Dockworker and Longshoreman's Gyild placed me with our sister Guild, that of Ale house and Brewers. We got some pull with the Adventurer's Guild."
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In reply to Small Charles (msg # 95):

"They are a very strong trade union, and cut me a deal on ale if I took him on. Some Sahudese maniac with an iron staff did this to him, I consider that type as bad as greenfolk."

"They are formidable warriors. I would like to learn some of their grappling techniques, but they are an alien culture, indeed."
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In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 97):

"Ashbury, I recommend you charge a fee for passage, not including my group of course. We are going to examine some of the staircases to lower levels, having developed a good sense of the upper works of the place."
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Nods in agreement with Broderick. He looks the group that has gathered for the expedition over and nods to himself, satisfied with the party. His eyes linger on the construct, his fascination still obvious on his face.
"Upon our return we'll look into the making of a construct of our own, Miekka. I wouldn't mind having one of my own," he says, running his gloved fingers over the pommel of the sword.
Sederic kneels and unhooks his cloak, rolling it up and placing it in his pack and pulls his coif from the pack. He pulls the string holding his hair in a tail and let's it fall to his shoulders placing the coif over his head. As he stands he swings his pack back over his shoulders and tightens the straps, ensuring that his bow and quiver are still easily accessible.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 99):

"It takes the better part of a year, and considerable amounts of enchantment to build one. I could teach you, but I'd have to charge."


The party in full consists of Broderick, Clair, Carruthers, Felicity the pixie, Sedric, Dolpho, Grimaldi, and Smasher.
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"I would like to try and find a way to have a spectral familiar.. perhaps even bind a skull spirit, in such a way, I could keep one around in my thrall, indefinitely, and tap it's energy as any other sorcerer or wizard might, from their own familiars..."
Grimaldi said, pensively.
"Magic bolt, is another ability, I see as being very useful, and reliable..I should like to also learn to do this."
Grimaldi said, with ambition exuding from him.
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In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 101):

The mage shrugs "That takes time and investment as well."

OCC: and around 30 points for a familiar. Magic bolt starts at 5 pts
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"Depending on the haul we pull out of here, i may take you up on that offer, Clare."
He approaches Smasher wearily and inspects it closer, nodding in appreciation of the craftsmanship.
"We should be on our way soon, I am looking forward to a bit of adventure after such a dull day."

In reply to Sederic (msg # 103):

With a curt nod to Ashbury, you head into the multi-door common area, where the kobolds are busy sweeping and whitewashing. Voorland has been pouring a sand and lime mixture into the trench, in an attempt to level the floor. Dolpho heads over to the outer gate and starts fiddling with the lock.

"There might have been some wisdom in hiring the orc, he did have a proper key to various of the locks, and some knowledge of the upper works. We shall endeavor to go deeper than his knowledge, and record it as well. Now, who is to be mapping?"
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"I'm afraid I'm no cartographer, but that might not be a bad thing to learn, either.."Grimaldi replied, as he watched Monsieur Mercer, try and work the lock.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 105):

Dolpho pops the lock, having worked it previously,and the door opens soundlessly, as he had previously oiled the hinges.

In reply to Dolpho Mercer (msg # 106):

Broderick quickly consults his maps. "We are heading through, and toward the right. The upper levels seem not to have much of interest, and look designed to traverse the city without exposure to weather or worse. There was, I believe a stairwell down toward the major intersection. Let us head there, and vermin be damned! Oh, lock that up behind us, Monseuir Mercer, if need be, we will return through the guild gate."
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OOC: what's the path ahead like, is it lit? What's the walkway like?

Sederic looks down the path and smirks.
"Which one of you is taking point? I prefer to stay towards the middle of the group. My sword arm is strong, but if I must I can provide cover fire with my bow and fireballs and let Miekka fight of his own free will."

Grimaldi makes sure the door is secured and locked behind them.
"Perhaps smasher should take point? He looks like he could flatten anything in his path, and he's short enough we can fire missles over his head, to lend him support."

Muttering a few words under his breath, a ball of light flares into existence. He concentrates on the ball of light, commanding it to move forward with the group.

20:56, Today: Sederic rolled 8 using 3d6 ((6,1,1)).

"That should be helpful. A little safer an alternative to a torch, anyway, methinks."

"Excellent!"
Grimaldi's pearly smile could be seen in the depths of his hood.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 111):

"Alas Smasher is not much on scouting. We are doubtless heard, but Monseiur Mercer, being stealthy, might be better suited. If you would"
This message was last edited by the player at 09:57, Fri 08 June 2018.

Grimaldi made a conceding gesture, as a slight bow and sweep of the hand.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 113):

"We heading down toward the hobgoblin enclave, or over toward tha place with the fancy indestructible gate?"

In reply to Dolpho Mercer (msg # 114):

"I would rather avoid the ropemakers guild until I have a more solid lead on sourcing them some spidersilk, and it has been my experience that the harder it is to get somewhere, the greater the reward. So to the intersection closest to the gate, and below."
This message was last edited by the player at 09:58, Fri 08 June 2018.

"Miekka, u treacherous bastard, we've finally reached the undercity. Your thirst will hopefully be satisfied soon enough. I'm actually looking forward to spilling some blood myself."
He draws his broadsword, an audible hum emanating from the blade. As the blade is drawn, the fine craftsmanship of the blade becomes evident, Hypäävä Miekka is etched into the blade in fine runic script, and the pommel is an elegant red gem protruding from the black silk wrapped handle. Looking at the blade it is apparent that it is worth a kings ransom.
"This blasted blade's name is Hypäävä Miekka, the sword that leaps in common. If we get into a scuffle, I'll be happy to show you guys why they call him that."
He holds the blade in front of him almost ceremoniously and speaks a few words of magic. A chill breeze from nowhere blows through and the blade of the sword ices over, maintaining it's edge.

Icy Weapon: IQ/H [2] 15
20:47, Today: Sederic rolled 12 using 3d6 ((5,2,5)).

In reply to Sederic (msg # 116):

The others pull back a bit, and Dolpho heads out with a dimmed lantern, and heads toward an intersection in the broad, arched and tile lined corridor. You carry on a bit, and pass a number of gates marked with inscriptions in a variety of runes. Broderick calls a halt at a metal faced door a step above the gutter, and Dolpho works the lock.
Within is a wedge shapped room, with what looks like a covered well in the center of the room. The lid of the well has handles along its rim, and a bolt in the center that might be affixed to something below.

"Looks like a ladder, going further below..."

"Let's pop this cover off of the well and see what's down there. I can guide my mage light down there so we can see what's down there before we commit. I'd rather not descend feet first into a trap, if it can be avoided."
He moves cautiously to the right side of the well, scanning the room as he does so for any threats. He looks at the others, wondering who all is going to help remove the lid.
"It may also be a good idea to see if that bolt is rigged to a trap as well, but that's far beyond my skill set. Dolpho, mayhaps?"

In reply to Sederic (msg # 119):

Dolpho carefully inspects the lid of the well, then begins to turn it slowly. There is a screech of metal, and the lid slides off, revealing a brickwork shaft set with iron rungs as a ladder down, and a chain hangs from the inside of the lid, and descends about two yards down to a staple set opposite the ladder. The air below is a little damp, but not overly so, and the rungs, while rusty, are not slippery.

Sederic extends a hand and wills the magic light to travel forward and down the well. Inspects the bottom when the light reaches and calls it back to.hom after taking a good look.
  16:35, Today: Sederic rolled 12 using 3d6 ((4,2,6)).
Perception 13
"So, who's going first? I don't see anything that should raise any alarm, but we need someone down there that can handle themselves if there is danger. I'll go second, that way me and Miekka will be down there with the light. Whoever goes first will have the light behind them."

"I suggest we consider how smasher is going to follow us. Can the ladder support his weight, or do we have to have him lowered and raised, like when we arrived..?"
Grimaldi regarded the Construct.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:48, Sat 05 May 2018.

"Do any of us have any rope? We can secure it to something up here so we can climb out should the rungs give out on us. Is the construct capable of climbing rope? We could just let him.climb down the rope too, if we have any and avoid the worry of the ladder rungs giving way. "

In reply to Sederic (msg # 123):

"I am afraid that Smasher might outweiegh the rungs. We will have to lower him on a doubled rope. A bonus of a silver whoever goes down first."
This message was last edited by the player at 09:59, Fri 08 June 2018.

"Alright, I'll go."
Grimaldi moved into position.
16:07, Today: Grimaldi rolled 10 using 3d6.  sense life - 14.
"Sensus Vitae!"
Grimaldi flourished his hand and spoke the words of power.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:11, Sun 06 May 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 125):

Grimaldi faintly senses life in the vicinity, but not immediately near. The rungs hold your wait, and the wellshaft ends in another wedge shaped room, with a door set about a footb above the floor. The wall has a niche in which a half empty bottle of lamp oil sits.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 126):

"I am going to have to invest in a block and tackle to move this golem about. What do you see down there?"
This message was last edited by the player at 10:00, Fri 08 June 2018.

"I found another wedge shaped room, with a door. It looks as if someone was through here, because I've found half a bottle of lamp oil. This must be a waypoint, and looks like a good place for everyone to wait, if anyone has a lamp."
Grimaldi reported back his findings.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 128):

"Let me use some of the oil on the hinges of the door out so it doesn't announce us."

"Or mayhaps a ring of feather falling or an enchantment, Broderick. I don't have a lamp, but I have my spell. That can provide light indefinitely, or until my Mana runs out."
He wills Miekka to float behind him as  he mounts the ladder and begins his descent, preferring to be out of the way when the golem decides to attempt to come down. As he reaches the bottom, he opens his palm and Miekka snaps back into his hand, humming in what appears to be happiness.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 130):

"It is going to be a mechanical solution that I will need, as he will need to be hauled up as well. I think I am gping to need all of us to lower him down."
This message was last edited by the player at 10:01, Fri 08 June 2018.

"Block and tackle, with two short lengths of stout chain with lanyards, and some cable or hempen rope is what we'll need, maybe even some hardware like hammer and pitons..."

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 132):

"I have the rope, sir, along with some spikes and a mallet. Shall we set them? It will be good and loud, I assure you."

"We've no choice, if he's to come along. Let's get set up, maybe we can borrow the block and tackle from Ashbury, and return it to him on our way out..."
Grimaldi handed the bottle of oil to mercer.
"Here, you wanted this for the door hardware, we encounter."

Sederic sighs and sheaths Miekka this time, deciding he'd best go up and help them lower the construct. He mounts the ladder and climbs back up. When he reaches the top.he removes his pack and sets it aside so he can work without the extra weight of his pack.
"Let's get this contraption set up and lower this construct, I'm ready some action already. Shut up, Miekka. You would.probably be more careful with your incessant nagging if the others could hear you."

In reply to Sederic

Carruthers pounds a spike into the side of the well, and it echoes heavilly. Then he moves a few feet over and pounds another.

"We should be able to lower him with two ropes, sir."

"Alright then, let's get him lowered."
Grimaldi removes his pack and sword, and takes hold of the rope, waiting for others to join the queue."
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 04:05, Fri 18 May 2018.

Sederic takes the rope in his hand beside Grimaldi and waits for the others to get the process started.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:40, Sun 20 May 2018.

Grimaldi tunes into his spell, sensing if the echos of pounding the spikes, has churned up any life readings closing in.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:35, Sun 20 May 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 139):

There is a vague increase in life below; the banging has attracted some attention, but you aren't sure what.


Meanwhile a ST check for each person lowering the golem.

16:23, Today: Grimaldi rolled 11 using 3d6 ((5,4,2)). ST - 12
Grimaldi put his back into the effort, and got a good grip on the rope.

ST: 11 [10]
17:25, Today: Sederic rolled 15 using 3d6 ((6,3,6)).
Sederic grips the rope and heaves, but loses his footing and falls over.

17:39, Today: Grimaldi rolled 11 using 3d6 ((1,5,5)). ST - 12
Grimaldi holds onto the rope with one hand, and hauls Sederic to his feet.
"Careful there, mon amie."

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 143):

Carruthers, Dolpho, Broderick are pulled forward and the golem slams echoingly into the wall.

Eventually he settles down, but several of you have red hands, and Broderick's back seems a bit out of joint.

Grimaldi made his checks and was wearing leather gloves, lol poor smasher.
"He might need to visit the smithy, and an oiling and polishing, but it's a good thing he wasn't flesh and bone, or he might be in trouble."
Grimaldi took up his sword and backpack, replacing them on his back.
Feeling the ripples in the ether, Grimaldi focused on his spell, after all the commotion and noise. "There's something alive down there."
Grimaldi began to climb down to the golem below.
"I'll take point, for that bonus silver, now."
This message was last edited by the player at 21:06, Wed 23 May 2018.

Oh my aching back... moaned Broderick cupping his hips. Carruthers Remind to get some pulleys and a portable frame when get back.

Sederic goes down after Grimaldi, laughing at Broderick and his complaining. When he reaches the bottom he wills his magical light to hover between him and Grimaldi. He draws Miekka and the hum fills the air as he scans the room, looking for threats.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:17, Sat 26 May 2018.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 147):

The cutpurse calls up to Broderick
"I am going to have to open this door. anything out there already knows we are coming, and the rest of us won't fit in this little room."

In reply to Dolpho Mercer (msg # 148):

"Thank you Master Mercer. Try not to get anyone hurt or killed."
This message was last edited by the player at 00:08, Fri 25 May 2018.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 149):

Dolpho flips the latch with a knife and eases the door open.

Beyond is another corridor, about three yards wide by 3 high, with a barrel vaulted ceiling. the masonry is coarser and damper than the level above, and is devoid of the decorative tile.

16:37, Today: Grimaldi rolled 14 using 3d6 ((6,2,6)). perception - 14
Grimaldi did likewise, but with concentrated effort, and using his spell as a radar.

Smasher stood staring at the door then when it was opened at the passage beyond.

In reply to Smasher (msg # 152):

There is no immediate sign of life, but there is a faint sound coming up the corridor (this does radiate some life)

"Steel yourselves,... something is coming."
*schwing*
Grimaldi drew his sword.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 154):

A huge vermiform creature, with many legs and at least half a dozen wriggling  pulpy feelers comes crawling from up the corridor... hanging from the ceiling!

Sederic spots the creature and smiles grimly. He mumbles a few words of magic under his breath. A slight flicker envelops him and then fades, the spell fizzling, his pronunciation incorrect.
"Soon, Miekka, your thirst will be satisfied. I will release you soon and support the others with my bow and spell craft. "

Recover energy: IQ/H [2] 15
17:37, Today: Sederic rolled 16 using 3d6 ((4,6,6)).

Clair shudders at the sight of the creature Eeek... Smasher attack the bug She commands

Responding as directed Smasher moves forward to attack the creature swinging his heavy maul at it.

18:02, Today: Grimaldi rolled 9 using 2d6-1.  lightning bolt damage (2 energy points).
18:02, Today: Grimaldi rolled 12 using 3d6.  lightning - 14 .
With his left hand, Grimaldi points at the worm on the ceiling, and speaks:
"Fulmen!"
A thickish, white bolt with a blue hue, blasts from his finger tip.
(Grimaldi ended sense life spell)
This message was last edited by the player at 22:09, Sat 26 May 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 159):

The lightning stuns the beast, causing it to drop to the ground, spasming uncontrollably as sparks dance down its vile form, and a momemt later, the heavily armored smasher squishes it into a foul smelling puddle with a thunderous crash from his maul.
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:19, Tue 29 May 2018.

Well done Master Grimaldi for a moment there I had concerns about you all when the beastie crawled onto the ceiling. Broderick congradulated those on the level below. Does it look like there's any more, down there?
This message was last edited by the player at 23:48, Thu 07 June 2018.

"My spell detected life down there, yes. There will be more, surely..."
Grimaldi gestured an inward motion toward himelf, with cupped hands, and spoke:
"Recuperet Viribus"
17:30, Today: Grimaldi rolled 8 using 3d6.  recover strength - 15.
A bluish shimmer encompasses grimaldi a moment, then diffuses itself into his form, and was gone.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 162):

Occ note on recover energy- it is passive, do3snot need a casting roll, and gradually restores at a 1pt per 5 minutes of low activity.


The corridor seems only to have the dead worm as occupant, but the scent of its death will surely draw something.

oh, okay. Grimaldi is also fit, so that adds another point. 2 per 5 mins.

"I suggest we make way.
I'd rather find whatever is lurking about before it finds us."
He stretches his sword arm and calls the light back to the group. He walks over to the well hole and looks up it.
"If you would be so kind to join us, we could be on our way, Sederic says, a smirk crossing his face.
The hum of his magical blade changes pitch for a second, as if communicating with Sederic. A brief instant of rage flashes across his face and he clenches his eyes shut. When he opens his eyes though, all seems well.

09:19, Today: Sederic rolled 7 using 3d6 ((2,2,3)). Will roll challenge against phantom voices.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 165):

The rest of you make your way down the wellshaft and into the corridor by the dead thing. The corridor continues North and South.

"Which way shall we go?"

 Descending before Clair, Broderick ensured the immediate area was safe for her descent

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 168):

Sedric often appears to be going through emotional turmoil, mostly focused on his weapon.
Everyone has made it down to the second level.

"Let's take a moment, and i'll re-cast, so nothing takes us by surprise. We can also decide which way to go."
Grimaldi wants to take 5 minutes to pool some energy, and then he'll cast sense life again.

"I suggest we go north.
I really have no idea why, but I just feel that is our best option."
Sederic looks down both paths, nodding in satisfaction at his choice. He pulls his wineskin from his belt and takes a long drink, offering it to the others if they wish.

Grimaldi takes the wineskin, and nods in gratitude. He takes a drink, and hands it back.
Remembering the food he took with him earlier from the guild offices, (a small 5oz loaf, 3oz of cheese, and an apple.) Grimaldi reaches into his pack, and retrieves a small cloth bundle and a piece of fruit from his pocket. untying the bundle, he breaks bread and offers some to Sederic. "It's not as good as paut, but it helps you get back some energy more quickly."

Sederic smiles and takes the bread with his free hand, eating it quickly. He takes another drink of water to wash it down and hangs the skin from his belt again.
"Thanks, my friend. Could definitely use the energy boost."
 

20:15, Today: Grimaldi rolled 14 using 3d6.  sense life - 14.
20:15, Today: Grimaldi rolled 15 using 3d6.  sense life - 14.
Grimaldi tried to cast the spell, and it fizzled, but after a second try, the spell casts.
though the point he gained resting, was time wasted, as it was spent in the first fizzle.
"Sensus Vitae!"
.......
"I say,...Sensus Vitae!"

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 174):

The cutpurse grabs his hooded lantern and draws his sword. "I am going to check what is ahead. Be back in a few."

Grimaldi nodded, and maintained his spell, while resting. If anything live were approaching, he'd know it.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:41, Mon 04 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 176):

There is a sharp cry from Dolpho's direction, but Grimaldi detects no life aside from the young thief.

Grimaldi looks at the others and then he motions. "Come let's lend a hand! This doesn't bode well, for my magic detects no other living. I fear we may be dealing with the undead."
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 22:34, Wed 06 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 178):

Broderic grimaced at this statement, thinking 'fool of a took' to himself. Master Dolfodus are you well? he calls down the tunnel using this name deliberately as a precaution against threat.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:24, Thu 07 June 2018.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 179):

Dolpho's light come bobbling back up the corridor.
"It is right behind me, spiny, poisonous and so cold...
This message was last edited by the player at 12:51, Thu 07 June 2018.

18:15, Today: Grimaldi rolled 16 using 3d6 ((6,5,5)). undead lore - 13
"I've never heard the like, I'm not quite sure what we're dealing with..., but when in doubt...use fire!"
Grimaldi raises his sword aloft and speaks:
"Flamma, Veni Foras!"
18:19, Today: Grimaldi rolled 10 using 3d6.  flaming weapon - 14.
Flames burst forth in a blaze and engulfed Grimaldi's estoc from the crossbar, to the point, casting an orange flicker in the corridor.
He steps aside to let Dolpho run past him.
"Let's use the doorway, to dispatch them one at a time."
*Grimaldi ended sense life spell*
This message was last edited by the player at 22:57, Thu 07 June 2018.

"That's an excellent suggestion Master Grimaldi would you take one side Master Sedric the other and Smasher in front and slightly back from the entry, allowing all three to strike, simultaneously, at anything passing through the door Those of us who have bows can take up a position so we can spot and perhaps target things further along the passageway."
This message was last edited by the player at 10:10, Fri 08 June 2018.

"Good plan. Someone can stand behind Smasher, and fire over his head. We'll have the monopoly on death down here this day, friends."
Grimaldi quickly gets into position, taking the left.
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 05:25, Sun 10 June 2018.

Sederic nods and takes up position behind Smasher. He looks to his sword and then down the corridor. He opens his palm and the broadsword leaps from his hand, heading past Dolpho.
"Ill shoot arrows, and Miekka will fight on its own. I only have 4 silver arrows, so I'll have to make my shots count.  Do your worst, Miekka."
He reaches over his shoulder and pulls his bow from his back. He looks down the corridor waiting for a proper target.

Seeing that Sederick chose not to take the right flank Broderick drew his rapier and did so himself. Master Sederick you should be more verbally forthcoming with your thoughts during deployment discussion.

Smasher stood looking directly into the passage, his maul raised in expectantly over his left shoulder.

A look of irritation creases his brow as he looks at Broderick. He shakes his head and looks back down the passage, nocking a silver arrow. "My apologies, wise master," he says, sarcasm evident in every word. "I had figured a man of your reputed....intelligence, would be able to realize what I was doing when I fell in behind Smasher, as Grimaldi had suggested. I'd be quite interested to see if you have talent for anything besides ordering others around, which you are lacking in as well."
He shakes his head, trying to relieve his irritation and focuses on the task at hand again.

Grimaldi guffawed.
"Alright, let's take them."

In reply to Sederic (msg # 187):

Really... You want to insult me moments before we are in a fight. he responds giving a shake of his head at the fellows foolishness. Raising his free hand and pointing towards his wife. Smasher Protect Clair.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:22, Sat 09 June 2018.

Smasher moves from the position in front of the door, to stand in front of Clair. Turning back to stare at the doorway, maul at the ready.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:27, Sat 09 June 2018.

Sederic smirks again and looks at the man, nodding. He takes his measure for later and steps further away from the door, but ensuring he has a clean shot to throw magic and arrows down the corridor.
He mumbles a few words of magic under his breath and waves his hand in front of him. A shimmer of energy appears in front of him.
11:11, Today: Sederic rolled 7 using 3d6 ((2,3,2)).
Missile Shield: IQ/H [1] 14

ooc It appears that Sedrick has taken a dislike to Broderick. To circumvent further conflict Broderick will quit the group and return to the Guild.

"And just where in blazes are you going, sirrah!?"
Grimaldi had been promised the bonus sum of one silver, by Broderick only moments earlier before they had descended the ladder. Coward! Grimaldi thought. Not only was he abandoning them during a battle, but Grimaldi knew the fool would never be able to raise his golem up the ladder again, without their help, with his back in the state it was in... After the battle was over, he would deal with them.
This message was last edited by the player at 05:59, Sun 10 June 2018.

OOC wow, dude. really? how many times are you gonna rage quit?

OOC: Sederic won't kill you, lol.  He hears phantom voices from a telepathic bloodthirsty sword. Sometimes he.... considers the swords suggestions, but he's generally good for the most part. He's a grumpy dude, lol. I don't rly like how you've assumed control, however and your underhanded pettiness isnt rly necessary. If youre gonna leave, at least be a man and finish the fight.

"I don't want your blood,
Broderick, Miekka does. I do my best to resist his constant goading. If you wish to leave, at least help us finish whatever chased Dolpho down that corridor since this is your commitment. And know, that the guild will know of your willingness to abandon guildmates in the middle of combat."   
He shifts his bow and the silver arrow to one hand to free his other for casting. He commands the magical light to head down the corridor.
When he spots whatever chased Dolpho back he extends his hand and shoots a fireball at the creature.
01:33, Today: Sederic rolled 12 using 3d6 ((3,3,6)).
Fireball: IQ/H [2] 15
Damage roll:
01:42, Today: Sederic rolled 3 using 1d6 ((3)).
OOC: I spent 1 energy on the spell. Just testing the waters.
This message was last edited by the player at 05:46, Sun 10 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 193):
In reply to Sederic (msg # 196):

ooc No Where in IC do you see any indication of Broderick Leaving. Posting IC thoughts and such to the contrary is an indication of the lack of attention to the events as posted. ooc is ooc not IC.



ooc Seeking to avoid party conflict is hardly pettiness.

Broderick hasn't assumed control, he stated it's better to discuss deployment issues then it is to present it as a fait accompli. Further his suggestion for Grimaldi's and Sederic's positioning was just that, which was to all extents supportive of Grimaldi's decision to stand to the left of the door. There are others NPC's in the party that could have availed themselves of position Sederic assumed.
This message was last edited by the player at 08:41, Sun 10 June 2018.

Two glowing points of bluish white light can be seen first, and then a spiny skeletal rat the size of a large dog approaches, its bony claws scraping on the ground, and its foot and a half long quills rattling  and dripping something oily. A common scavenger, but somehow unnatural.



Ooc disagreements among casual for hire adventurers are common. A diplomatic solution might be best pursued once this minor thing is dealt with.

In reply to Giant maned rats (msg # 198):

Broderick grimaces at the sight of what appears to be an giant undead rat. Has any here knowledge of these creatures and how to deal with them? He asks the group
This message was last edited by the player at 20:50, Mon 11 June 2018.

18:05, Today: Grimaldi rolled 13 using 3d6.  undead lore - 13.
Now that grimaldi has got a good look at them, he notes they are skeletal, and indeed undead.
"It indeed is as I had feared. Use crushing blows, stone missles, fire, and silver."
Grimaldi steels himself.

OOC: I hit the thing with a fireball, idk if u overlooked that or not.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 200):

The foul thing catches fire, but seems not to mind it at all.

Meikka seems to thrum louder.

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The steanch and lethality threatening aspects of this undead creature combined with it ball of flame thathah struck it was sfficient deterrant to prompt Broderick to slash at the creatures quills to attempting to sever them from its side.
This message was last edited by the player at 11:38, Fri 15 June 2018.

Sederic focuses again and extends his hand, a larger fireball leaping from it and crashing against the undead creature.

Casting with 3 energy.
Creating missile: 14:38, Today: Sederic rolled 13 using 3d6.
Throwing:
16:05, Today: Sederic rolled 7 using 3d6 ((2,4,1)).
Fireball: IQ/H [2] 15
Damage roll:
14:44, Today: Sederic rolled 8 using 3d6 ((1,3,4)).
This message was last edited by the player at 20:07, Sat 16 June 2018.

OOC: narrator, idk if I'm controlling Miekka's attacks or you are, but he's in range. Also, I don't believe the rat was close enough to be swung at with melee weapons yet, brod, especially with a rapier that is being swung. (it's only 2 hex reach thrust). so i take this to mean, you've joined us at the door, instead of hiding behind smasher?

Grimaldi is poised at the left, with his flaming estoc upraised. He is waiting until the thing crosses the threshold, and will attempt to strike it on the head, with swing crushing plus fire damage.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 206):

ooc yet again another silly statement. You are closer to Smasher therefor it is you who is positioned more able to hide behind him.

So, I guess we're doing this then. You threw a hissy fit and moved smasher to protect clair when I didnt comply with your order, even though I did. I moved back and stood behind the door on our side of it where I would have a clean shot.
 I rly don't wanna argue. Lets Just get this adventure over with so I don't have to work with u again.
This is directly from YOUR post, suggesting that deployment had changed.

Guild offices take two.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 187):

Really... You want to insult me moments before we are in a fight. he responds giving a shake of his head at the fellows foolishness. Raising his free hand and pointing towards his wife. Smasher Protect Clair.


Maybe we can get an updated deployment map with the proper locations, since u seem to be confused about your actions.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 209):

ooc you continue to amaze me with your erroneous commentary.
 This combined with your intentional Character Insults are an indication of your lack of cordially participation in a PBM medium, eg if you had PM'ed me of your intention to insult Broderick I would have willingly participated  and suggested possible outcomes for the banter.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:01, Sat 16 June 2018.

OCC: Sacre Bleu!, Déjà-vu!! Oui? Oui??, Nô? Nô??
This message was last edited by the player at 21:08, Mon 18 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 211):

Several things: missile spellcasting is a multi part project; roll to cast, which creates the missile, followed byraising more energy if wanted, and then rolling to throw the missile, which may be dodged, then damage rolls.

Secondlu3, I m8ssed if Meika was launched prior to spellcasting, but the weapon would have wanted you to engage, as this is first blood ogf the day.

Thirdly, swinging at this type of critter is risky, Broderick  may have sheared some quills, although they are fairly mobile, but he needs to make a dodge roll for getting that close, otherwise he is struck by one of the pousonous quills (ditto for everyone making a melee attack with a weapon with 1 hex reach or less)

Fourthly this creature is skeletal, the most effective weapons are crushing.

14:24, Today: Grimaldi rolled 8 using 1d6+3.  swung estoc, crushing damage, plus whatever extra damage from it being ablaze.
14:22, Today: Grimaldi rolled 12 using 3d6.  targeted attack manuever [head] (broad sword) - 14.
14:20, Today: Grimaldi rolled 12 using 3d6.  dodge - 11.
Grimadli smashed the thing on top of it's skull, but was barely unable to retreat quickly enough, to avoid it's quill's first!
Grimaldi snarled in pain.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:30, Sat 16 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 213):
OOC:
I edited.my.post in which I threw the last fireball to make it right. Sorry, gm. Still trying to.learn the system completely.
Also, I didn't receive any pms from u Broderick, so idk where that's coming from. I'm really not trying to have problems with you, honestly. Sederic is a grumpy fellow to begin with, and along with miekka, he isn't the most pleasant to deal with. I'm playing the role, lol. If we could just pick.up and try to be civil with each other, I would be happy to oblige.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:14, Sat 16 June 2018.

Sederic watches Broderick's attack and nods, thinking it a good idea. He mentally commands Miekka to attack in the manner Broderick did and try to remove more quills from the beast. Miekka swings of its own accord at the quills of the beast!

Broadsword: DX/A [12] 18
16:26, Today: Sederic rolled 16 using 3d6 ((5,5,6)).
Damage roll:
16:34, Today: Sederic rolled 8 using 2d6+3 ((4,1)).
Additional +3 from puissance and fine quality.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 214):

ooc There was no PM from me as I was unaware Sederic was going to Insult Broderick. You simply did so. As mentioned If you PM'd me of your decision to insult him before the fact Broderick would have been please to participate in friendly banter.

I agree with being civil however your snipping obliges me to be defensive.

OOC: Let's just get through this thread, then we can disperse into other groups.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:02, Sun 17 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 217):

Grimaldi cracks its skull, but catches a quill in the arm. He discovers that the quill is venemous, and that the ubdead creature is cold enough to chill his bones!
Meikka misses the quills but strikes the torso. Black smoke issues from the blade where it strikes, makig a hissig sound.
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:16, Sun 17 June 2018.

Grimaldi retreats, holding his arm. The wound itself wasn't so bad, but the poison burned like ice in his veins, and then was numbing.
This message was last updated by the player at 06:13, Sun 17 June 2018.

"Miekka, again! Broderick, can you have Smasher protect me while I attempt to administer first aid to Grimaldi?"
Sederic falls back with Grimaldi and attempts first aid but fails.
First Aid: IQ/E [1] 13
15:48, Today: Sederic rolled 15 using 3d6 ((6,3,6)).

"The wound is bad, and I am poisoned. Unless, I get this treated, I'll have to abort this mission. You may mark it down as "Due to injury" and nullify my contract. Au Revoir!"

Grimaldi heads for the ladder, evidently in pain.

OOC:. Forgot to make Miekka's attack roll, so here goes:
Broadsword: DX/A [12] 18
17:34, Today: Sederic rolled 17 using 3d6 ((5,6,6)).
Damage roll (swing)
17:36, Today: Sederic rolled 12 using 2d6+3 ((5,4)).

Nothing the threat this unwholesome rat thing has on the group and their inability to harm or impeed it, Broderick backs away from it. Quickly back up the ladder. he prompts following them up the ladder.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:21, Sun 17 June 2018.

"Me and Smasher will be the last up, we may be able to finish this thing yet! If you could leave your woman down here to lob spells, I'll protect her and she can go up before me and Smasher. I won't let any harm befall her. Miekka, Smasher, Clare and I should be able to finish it Broderick!"

In reply to Sederic (msg # 224):

Broderick gestures in Sederics direction. Who's giving orders now... he had no intention of leaving his beloved anywhere near such a dangerous lowlife, and Clair didn't travel anywhere without Smasher being nearby.
This message was last edited by the player at 10:36, Mon 18 June 2018.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 225):

The dancing blade this time attacks the thing directly instead of striking its quills, and cleaves into it, splitting its spine as black smoke rises from it.


The thing looks nearly finished.


Grimaldi, make a HT roll to stop the poisons effects.

Sederic laughs and shrugs.
"Smasher would have been the last up anyway, Broderick. You'll have a helluva time getting that monstrosity up there without our help. Twas merely a suggestion, though, truly. I had hoped we would at least kill something before we had left. We wouldn't even be in this situation had you not made Smasher move, lad, and put the entire group in danger.   I'm honestly trying to put our differences aside so we can reach the guild house safely, even if we're a little worse for wear."
He takes a few more steps towards the ladder, keeping his attention on the quilled beast. He smiles at the damage Miekka has done and mentally commands the sword to stay on the beast.

14:46, Today: Grimaldi rolled 9 using 2d6.  lightning bolt damage.
14:46, Today: Grimaldi rolled 7 using 3d6.  lightning - 14.
14:43, Today: Grimaldi rolled 10 using 3d6.  HT - 12.
Feeling the numbness and cold begin to wear off, Grimaldi grit his teeth, and pointed at the undead vermin. Another bolt crackled and sizzled forth, hitting in a shower of sparks, momentarily lighting up the corridor brightly. "Fulmen!"

In reply to Sederic (msg # 227):

Moving beside Sederick to lend what aid he could, Broderick glanced at the blowhard who was bent on continuing this manner of discourse. Pish toss. It was your action that lead to this. had you had discussed positioning before lending insult. Smashers positioning would not have prevented Master Sederic's injury as it resulted from his attack against the creature. Waving at the fellow dismissively Clair Dear can you help Master Sederic

Giving Broderick a nod Clair stepped over to the Warrior and began assessing his condition.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:57, Tue 19 June 2018.

OOC: you mean, MY injury! i'm pretty fucked up, too. it got me in my arm for a total of 5 points.

OOC: I silently complied and moved behind Smasher... apparently it wasn't good enough tho. Let's just kill this thing and go. I have also made it evident numerous times that I was willing to work our disagreement out. There's truly no winning with you. I've attempted to make it right, and you continue with the name calling and insults.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 232):

ooc A fine example of the pot calling... The post trail suggests otherwise. Broderick responds in kind to each insult you post.

I suggested a method of resolving this clash however this was disregarded; and the IC insults against Broderick continued.

If you had Sederic offered an IC apology Broderick would reciprocated and the situation would have been resolved.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:22, Mon 18 June 2018.

Sederic mentally commands Miekka to swing again. He looks to his side at Broderick and nods to him.
"We need to put our differences aside, man. We can resolve this at some other time, if at all.
There are more important matters to deal with at the moment however. I think another hit from Miekka oughta do it."
Sederic says a few words of.magic under his breath, drawing the energy for another fireball.

FIREBALL (CONJURE, THROW, DAMAGE)
Only using one energy this time.
Fireball: IQ/H [2] 15
Creating fireball:
20:41, Today: Sederic rolled 6 using 3d6 ((1,3,2))
Throwing fireball:
20:43, Today: Sederic rolled 12 using 3d6 ((2,6,4)).
Damage roll:
20:43, Today: Sederic rolled 1 using 1d6 ((1)).

MIEKKA'S ATTACK
20:37, Today: Sederic rolled 8 using 3d6 ((5,2,1)).
Broadsword: DX/A [12] 18
Damage roll:
20:38, Today: Sederic rolled 6 using 2d6+3 ((2,1)).

"I'm sorry for my disrespect, Brod, and I hope we can put this behind us until we can resolve it in the proper manner. Broderick, it'd be best to keep your distance, methinks. Make sure that Clare and Grimaldi are getting along alright. If you would allow it, I think Smasher and I can handle this beastie, it surely can't have much fight left in it.   
He extends his free hand for what should be a handshake and clasps arms around the wrist should Broderick accept to cement his apology. If not, he puts his hand back in front of him, palm out in preparation for another casting should the beast survive.

OOC:Is Claire tending me?

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 236):

ooc yes Clair is waiting for result to her 230 post.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:47, Tue 19 June 2018.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 235):

Brodericks scowl dissappears to be replaced by a beaming smile. Extending his hand he takes Sederic's in a reciprocative gesture. I'd say we both succomed to the Heat of the moment Master Sederic, do accept my apology as well; Heat of the moment don't you think. glancing at the beastie I suspect Smasher and your Miekka should deal with it. Least we expose ourselves to its poison. he suggests. Waiting for comment from the others before directing Smasher.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:36, Tue 19 June 2018.

ooc Phew I'm delighted we managed to resolve that hickup. Good players are hard to find and keep on the good side off. Hopefully things haven't put you off playing in threads with my characters.
This message was last edited by the player at 03:01, Tue 19 June 2018.

Carruthers who was lingering near the ladder ready to help any to start the ascent, eyed the Giant Undead Rat wearily.

"These things seem tougher than I'd thought. They seem to be the equivalent to wights, in vermin form! We must destroy it!"OOC:(blood lust, not bothering to contest it. It's a vendetta now.)
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 02:27, Tue 19 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 241):

Finishing her assessment of Grimaldi Clair produces a copper vial instructs him to swallow its contents. ooc I assume he get 1 point back from her First aid? The potion is neutralise poison.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:13, Tue 19 June 2018.

In reply to Clair Leibert (msg # 242):
OOC: Grimaldi shrugged off the continuity of the poisons effects, but the damage has been done. He'll decline the antidote, but any healing is appreciated.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 243):

Claire bound the wound,restoring some damage, and Grimald's system takes no further injury from the toxin.



The beast, which somehow made contact with a wight, raspilly hisses, and while injured by Meikka, is not yet dead.




OCC: any one have Hidden lore:undead?

Nodding at the others who's silence indicated they had no objections to the his suggestion. Pointing at the rat thing Smasher destroy that abomination!

Responding to Broderick's direction Smasher strode forward bringing his Great Maul to bear on the Giant Undead Rat.
This message was last edited by the player at 03:09, Thu 21 June 2018.

OOC: how many points were restored, after the quill was removed, and he got some first aid?
19:45, Today: Grimaldi rolled 12 using 3d6.  undead lore - 13.
Grimaldi's hunch had indeed been as he suspected. A wight had made these creatures, and as such, they were very dangerous!
"Kill it!!"

Sederic digs deep into his knowledge of all things magical, but doesn't recall any information on killing such creatures.
Occultism: IQ/A [1] 12 -6
22:24, Today: Sederic rolled 10 using 3d6 ((4,3,3)).
He  is truly astonished at the damage this thing is taking. He makes note to remember the creature so that he can research it.  Sederic mentally commands Miekka to swing again at the vile creature, ordering it to use the flat of the blade instrad, to emulate a blunt weapon.

Broadsword: DX/A [12] 18
 22:15, Today: Sederic rolled 9 using 3d6 ((4,3,2)).
DAMAGE ROLL:
22:42, Today: Sederic rolled 7 using 2d6+3 ((3,1)).
Fine, puissance, 15 ST. x2 (crushing damage)
14 damage when it's all said and done.

Starting up the ladder Clair pauses after rising 6' turning to the side she braces herself with both feet as she focuses for a short time. A smann ball of stone appears which she flings past the menfk at tbe undead creature.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 248):

Grimaldi realizes that only massive ammounts of damage can kill a wight, unless it is performed with a silvered or magical weapon.

Smasher does an obscene amount of damage, but the thing is still twitching, until Meika strikes it again, and it collapses into a pile of ash.

That brute took quite a bit of damage to destroy.

 18
 22:15, Today: Sederic rolled 9 using 3d6 ((4,3,2)).
DAMAGE ROLL:
22:42, Today: Sederic rolled 7 using 2d6+3 ((3,1)).
Fine, puissance, 15 ST. x2 (crushing damage)
14 damage when it's all said and done.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 251):

Against skeletal creatures, crushing does double. Wights dont react to damage until they hit -5xHT unless it is silver or magical.

"Good job, team. Now we need to decide what yo do. Do we continue on, or turn around and go home? Grimaldi looks a bit rough, but I can try to give some first aid again, and mayhaps Clare can as well. I feel we're capable of finishing our task down here, but o ly if everyone is fully invested in the task at hand."
Sederic extends his hand and Miekka floats back into his hand and then  he sheaths the weapon. He walks to the corpse of the thing and looks at it, hands on his hips. He shakes his head and laughs a bit, truly amazed at the beating it took.
"This thing must have a lair of some sort, mayhaps there is treasure or even more of these things. I'd prefer fighting living creatures, but we gotta do what we gotta do. How and where did u stumble upon it Dolpho, and are you well?  Also, how was the path ahead, or how far did you make it? Sederic says, looking at Dolpho and inspecting him for any wounds and such.

OOC If anyone is still invested in the adventure, I'll continue on. Sed can administer first aid along with Clare, hopefully get grims hp back to an acceptable level. I don't rly wanna leave empty handed tho.

Staring at the pile of dust that was the remains of the undead rat thing. Clair My dear or Master Grimaldi do either of you think this dust is dangerous? If it isn't would it be useable as an ingredient? he asked if it were dangerous they would need to think of a way to neutralise it least it harm anyone else.  Massers Sederic and Miekka suggestion is welcome. We should first attend to our injured. I suspect Master Grimaldi can not benefit from further immediate aid for his current injuries today.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:16, Wed 27 June 2018.

"I wouldn't touch it, Monsieur. Sometimes even touching the remains are dangerous, and they can sap your energy." Grimaldi replied, looking at the broken heap of bone and quills. OOC: something you would need the skill: hazardous materials [magical] for, no doubt.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:46, Wed 27 June 2018.

Sederic crosses his arms and runs a hand through his light beard thinking deeply about what he knows of wights.

Hazardous Materials, Magical: IQ/A [1] 12

19:59, Today: Sederic rolled 9 using 3d6 ((1,5,3)).

In reply to Sederic (msg # 256):

ooc for continuity purposes isn't it a pile of ash?

Thank you Master Grimaldi your caution is appreciated. he wasn't going to touch any part of the pile until he'ld learnt of any threat it may pose, which thanks to Grimaldi's prompt is providential.

Master Sederic you appear to have me confused with a Sister of one of the various Orders. ooc healing is the province of the Clergy.

"We killed the vile thing.. If there is anything to be gathered from those remains, you ought to accompany me above, mon frere." Grimaldi said, looking at Sederic, as he poked around the ashes and bits.
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 01:09, Thu 28 June 2018.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 259):

The remains should be safe to the touch, although the quills may be still poisonous. The dust of a wight is worth about $100 to a necromancer or to an Alchemist.
Dolpho has an injury to his arm, which is swollen. He looks pale and is sweating.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 260):

Clair dearest could you, and Phylicity, assess Master Dolpho and determine the best course of action for him ooc Assuming he's been stuck by the rat they check to see what is wrong with him and how he can be helped.

Sederic relays the information about the creatures remains to the group.
"We can attempt to sell the dust to a necromancer and split it, but if nobody minds, I would like to keep the quills for myself. I think they'd make lovely arrowheads."
He looks down the way the beast came, keeping watch in case more decide to show.

"I'll meet you in the guildhall, Sederic. Au revoir!"
Grimaldi's bloodlust sated at the destruction of the foul creature, he turns and begins the trip back up.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 263):

Without Grimaldi, your group may have to find another method to get Crusher up the ladder.

Dolpho has a swollen arm, and may have finished the run of poison.

OOC: yeah, i just took 5 damage to my arm, Dolpho's arm is fucked up. I'll mention you guys to Ashbury, on my way out and bring help.
Grimaldi goes and gets help, explaining they were wounded, and what they had killed.

Phylicit administers to Dolpho once she's finished she glances at Grimaldi.  Do you want me to look at your arm?

"It's surely going to be hell getting Smasher up there now. Mayhaps you can convince the kobolds at work up there to help, they are the industrious lot. With Grimaldi leaving, though, I too shall head out."
 
With no objections about the looy, he gathers the remains and quills carefully and places them in his pouch. He nods a farewell to the others and heads up the ladder after Grimaldi and makes his way back to the guild hall.

OOC:Grimaldi was already away and gone, and did not hear. He'll seek treatment after the task at hand.

In reply to Sederic (msg # 267):

As Grimaldi and Sederic start to leave Master Sedric you do intend leaving equal distribution of the booty for those here to collect on our return to the Guild. ooc this includes the sale value of the poisonous barbs

"Of course, Broderick.
We all did our fair share and I intend to see to it that we are paid accordingly. I will see you and yours at the guild hall. Until then, have a good afternoon."

In reply to Sederic (msg # 270):

The poisoned thief looks at the diminished group."What di we di now boss? I don't feel so good."

In reply to Dolpho Mercer (msg # 271):

Seeing those two have quit; its best we return to the Guild. To get you fixed up and find some more suitable adventures. Carruthers can you help Master Dolpho up the ladder. I'll stay until everyone is up. he instructs then moves over to Clair and whispers to her.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:08, Wed 04 July 2018.

Clair nods
This message was last edited by the player at 09:51, Sun 08 July 2018.

In reply to Clair Leibert (msg # 273):

The spell effects include only one subject; please make a roll to cast.

Focusing Clair rest a hand on Smasher.  then climbs the ladder to the level above.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:43, Tue 10 July 2018.

Sederic makes his way back to the hall, and upon arrival flashes his badge instead of checking his weapons. He finds a seat and sits down, breathing a sigh of relief to be back home. He looks around for Grimaldi as he requests a glass from the serving girl.

Grimaldi comes in nursing a bandaged arm, and checks his weapon with Aemon. He spots Sederic, and joins him at his table. "Well, that went badly. I won't work with him again."
Grimaldi frowned under his hood.
"I think we should mention this to the guild's magistrate office. The man doesn't belong in the field. His frivolity, is going to get somebody killed."

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 277):

Broderick's remaining team returns to the first level safely, and proceed... to the guild gate, or to the in  by which you came?


Dolpho did not lock the gate behind you...
"Oops!"

In reply to Dolpho Mercer (msg # 278):

Reaching the guild Brodrick ensures Clair, Phylicity, Carruthers and Smasher head back to their chamber. He sees to Dolpho's healing and treatment vs the poison.
This message was last edited by the player at 10:35, Wed 11 July 2018.

"I told him.in intended to,
and i am a man of my word. I don't wish anything bad to happen to him,
but he should at least be reprimanded. What he did was petty and dangerous. Mayhaps you can arrange an audience."

13:30, Today: Sederic rolled 14 using 3d6 ((5,6,3)).

Create Water: IQ/H [1] 14
Sederic nods a thanksnto the serving girl for bringing him a pitcher and cups and conjures water into it, offering Grimaldi some. He takes a long drink and sits back, finally relaxing.

Grimaldi produces the apple and cheese had took earlier, and cuts the cheese into two 2 oz pieces, and cuts the apple in half, taking his half. He fills his cup with the magically produced water, with a nod.
"Well, I need some work, but I wont work under that sort of "leadership". I am curious about what lies beyond the point we'd ventured...I do hope they locked up after themselves.."

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 281):

For those who passed through the area: the cobolds had laid loose planking over the rubble filled trench, added bars to the doors exiting from the large area, and did a so-so job of whitewashing it. They were in the middle of setting up shelves against the wall opposite the gate, and had been bringing barrels down as well.  The plastering in the small room with the lift is done, and it has been whitewashed as well. Upstairs, cheap benches and tables have been brought in, although a fair amount of space has been lost to the winch setup. The walls here are being whitewashed as well.


 Ack at the guild, Broderick and his supportershave written or dictated reports, although Dolpho's is fairly neutral, as he was off scouting during the exchange of words.

Who are Grimaldi and Sederic reporting to?

Finishing his nuncheons, Grimaldi headed over to Aemon, whom he'd always liked.
"Hello, Aemon.
Say, I've never had issues before, but who does a fellow go see about reporting grievances and bad leadership, on expedtions and what not?" Grimaldi clutched his wounded and bandaged arm, for effect.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 283):

"What manner o compaint are ye seekin ta register?"
He pulls up a scroll onto his desk, and snags a lead scriber from his belt.

"Reckless endangerment and frivolity in the field, of expedition leadership."
"We had sound tactics agreed upon, and Master Broderick, being up in his feelings, decided to change them,
 which led to serious injury. Mine, namely. There's creatures lurking that were created by
wights very near where Ashbury is setting up shop."
This message was last edited by the player at 18:11, Wed 18 July 2018.

After a pleasant meal with Clair followed by a relaxing redpite Broderic left her, Carruthers and Phylicity to their own enjoyment and made his way to the common room. Pausing at Aemons booth to catch up with him, and learn of any recent additions to the Guild or events that have taken place. ooc if informed of the allegations made against him by other members he refutes these, point by point, providing his associate with realistic and accurate facts of the disagreement.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:04, Wed 18 July 2018.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 286):

"Ahl Take that unna advisement. It is a serious thing ta accuse a ranking guild member of misconduct, but ah,ll take ta complaint down. This inna ta first time ah'm ahearin o bewighted things below. takes silver ta knock em down proper."

When Broderick approaches, Aemon squints."You know Maister Leibert, that ah am required ta keep a record of all complaints. What hae ye got ta say for yesel?"


OCC: Reaction rolls are modded with the difference in guild rank, and reputation.  The difference in rank has already been accounted for, and I am keeping track of the results. interactions with NPC, unless stated otherwise, must be played out, and rolls made where needed. The basis of a reaction roll is the role play of the interaction. Ie: you cannot say " I make a complaint and go on my way" if you want there to be an effect.
This message was lightly edited by the GM at 16:55, Sun 22 July 2018.

Fulfilling the roll of facilitator, we undertook to form a consortium of Guild Members, each with a voice in decision making and outcomes. At no time was there any mention of group Leadership. Thus any allegation of failing in a Leadership capacity is moot.

Our exploration of a portion of the underground complex was progressing well when we reached a point where our scout had run into some considerable difficulty and was beating a hasty withdrawal. We were in the process of discussing Tactics, one proposal was suggested but had not been affirmed; when a specific member of the team chose to vary this proposed positioning without discussion. Thereby placing the group with a Fait accompli. I commented about this, action and the individual in question became maliciously disrespectful and slanderous.  This unwarranted belligerence combined with previously observed instances of internal struggle raised a degree of uncertainty regrading the fellows mental acuity  For which I perceived additional threat towards others in the group, notably my Dear Wife Clair. To ensure she would be protected from this person's or his magical weapon perceived threat I directed our family Guard to reposition himself protectively in front of her. I then stood facing Master Grimaldy, thus positioned to flank any threat that would issue forth from the passage; whilst Master Sederic with his Ego Blade stood facing the passage in his Fait accompli position. During the resulting clash with the Giant Undead Rodent, Master Grimaldy  was injured and forced to withdraw from his position to be attended by Clair. Once the foul Creature had been felled, Massers Grimaldy and Sederic chose to abandon the groups endeavour and leave the rest of the team in relatively untenable position. Those who remained chose to return to the Guild to acquire healing for Master Mercer who had been both injured and Poisoned by the Undead Creature.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:43, Thu 19 July 2018.

"In regards to Broderick's orders, I silently complied. I do not know why it wasn't good enough. I admit that Miekka had grown tired of him and his entourage, but I maintain control over him and would have allowed no harm to come to him or his partners. Even after the fact, the man continues to throw insults my way, and I find it quite bothersome."
 
Sederic crosses his arms and looks at Broderick, disgust evident on his face.
"I had figured my apology would have put an end to the insults,
but it appears I was wrong."

"Monsieur Mercer and myself were the ones injured, Sirrah. Sederic was unscathed..."
Grimaldi raised a brow as the man's credibility was obviously faltering, because he couldn't keep his facts straight.

ooc Grimaldi's allegations, against Broderic were made without his presence; thus his refutation of them was not made in your presence. Thank you for the clarification.

Only Aemons was present at this.

OOC: it seems you're back on attempting to dictate things that are beyond your authority. So, are you saying that I or Aemon just walked away, before you joined the meeting? lolll

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 292):

Ooc My posts indicicate a degree of time had passed since the team had returned to the guild. Overseeing Dolpho's treatment, dining with Clair, drafting documents, unwinding etc. Thus when he visited Aemon it was reasonable to assume neither of you were present.

Also note Broderic was willing to let the incident pass, however you two chose to continue along this tact.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:23, Thu 19 July 2018.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 293):
Ooc
There was evidence on my end that upwards of an hour, possibly two had passed before Broderick had met with Aemon. Not entirely that those posts were made in character, which I am afraid will have to be the case from this point forward; plans made in pm are unknown to those not addressed.


Aemon takes down Broderick's complaint, right under the other one.
"Sounds like ye need ta hae leadership an direction codified en a contract wi tae next group ye travel with, Maister Leibert. A fair scurrilous lot our members be, best hae a written compact."

In reply to Aemon McCain (msg # 294):

That is so true Master Aemon. It was a interesting exercise seeing how different members behave when afforded a degree of equality. I'll get a standard contract drafted up affor any other aggrements are entered into.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:15, Sun 22 July 2018.

Grimaldi returned to his table, and leaned back and folded his arms. (carefully)
His shadowed face displaying a frown, as he surveyed the hall.
"Well, back to the drawing board.."
He began to gather energy, expended from his spells.

In reply to Grimaldi (msg # 296):

The wight dust was sold to Selan for $100 split that as you see fit.

Sederic and Grimaldi, post after that in "The Common Room"

Broderick, you will need to advertise; $20 will get a cryer rousting the locals, I will spot you some adventurers for your next expedition.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 297):

 thank you.

Looking about the Common room Broderick assesses the occupants

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 299):

A few individuals stand out as looking available, but you might do better if advertising...
This message was lightly edited by the GM at 17:04, Tue 31 July 2018.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 300):
ooc Does Broderick know them?
This message was last edited by the player at 01:36, Wed 01 Aug 2018.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 301):

Grimaldi and Sederic seem to be getting drunk with Vilgar the Ogrekin.


Make several rolls: Area knowledge guild (x4) to determine what you know about a table that looks to have a duelist, a thief, a mendicant friar and a sorcerous looking woman.

If you are seeking out types you have adventured with before, you may have to get a crier to look for them and otherwise advertise; this will take half an hour to get a quick ford out, and about $20, and I will roll for their appearance/availability. if you are willing to pay $60 you can get more done for a day, by hiring Lucian the Crier.

Broderic considered the Guild patrons

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 303):

The four in front of you are
  Gaspard, a duelist of sorts, good with a rapier, and wearing light armor
  Margaux le Manifique, who is some grade of magician, who always seems to be reading cards,
  Timeon, a stealthy sort you vaguely recall checking in a shortsword and a crossbow, and
  Frer Noe, a simple friar.

None have any particularly notable histories with the guild, and none have been on any groups your associates have been involved with.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 304):

Broderoc approaches the quartet pausing a polite distance from them to be noticed but not impeeding on their gathering. When he's noticed by them, he indicates his wish to converse with them.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 305):

Margaux, without looping up finishes laying a card on the array she has on the table.

"Three of Pentacles. a meeting where craft is practised. King of Pentacles, a leader, gifted financially. Five of swords, a stealthy expedition. Two of pentacles, a proposition."
She looks up at you and your golden badge.
"Bonjour Monsieur."

In reply to Margaux le Manifique (msg # 306):

Although currently unarmed, as per policy, the wild haired man likely to be swordsman looks at you engagingly.

In reply to Gaspard (msg # 307):

The friar pauses in his mumbling over his beads before his bowl of brown and bread, and makes a gesture of benediction.

In reply to Frer Noe (msg # 308):

The last fellow, dressed in soot colored gear quietly raises an eyebrow.

Nodding an acknowledgement to the Mageling he moves a little closer Greetings all. I am Broderick Liebert he introduces Would your four be interested in joining a small explorative venture I am planning? he quietly adds

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 310):

"Monseiur, if it would allow me to face my creditors with conviction,  indeed I would be interested."

In reply to Gaspard (msg # 311):

"What kind of work is this? I have a very particular skill set, and would prefer to be abble to put it to use."

In reply to Timeon (msg # 312):

"I have forseen it. We will succeed on this exploration. "

Broderick nods at the three replies. Waits a short time for their introductions and offer to sit with them. If neither are provided he hovers near the priest. Broderic gives an outline of the expedition and waits for their response.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 314):

They seem content with $60 a piece, although would be happier with more.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 315):

Broderick asks if they mind reviewing a standard contract and signing each. He explains that this is mutually protective and is a result of a previous verbal contract with guildsmembers which is yet to be resolved. If they have none he asks if they require any additional material, equipment or such and their availability.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 316):

The priest rises from his reverie to review the contracts.
" For how long do these terms apply?"

In reply to Frer Noe (msg # 317):

Duration of the contract, being the location and acquisition of perspective valuables with the safe return of participants or by the majority decision of participants.
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In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 318):

"What location are we trying to acquire?"
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In reply to Timeon (msg # 319):

Oops sorry, perspective valuables

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 320):

"Ah. Until we find loot. Standard shares?"

In reply to Timeon (msg # 321):

In addition to you four and myself, there will be three other Guildsmembers accompanying us. Will costs be covered prior to allocation of shares?

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 322):

"If by costs you mean pay, then that is fine with me. A wage plus an eighth share is good."

In reply to Timeon (msg # 323):

"I can work with that. My sword is at your disposal."

Giving Timeon and Gaspard an thankful smile Broderick waits for comment from Margaux le Manifique and Frer Noe. If there are no objections He suggests Rabelais le Sur can draw up the contracts, he gives them a brief of the threats they have encountered in the previous foray prompting the Priest and Mage to consider possible materials they may need to bring with them. While the contracts are being draw up he informs the quartet that he will be gathering the other members and will return shortly.

In reply to Broderick Leibert (msg # 325):

The scribe unpacks his kit and starts taking down names, terms of pay, and share division, and sets about making a cipy for the guild.
"Are all parties present? I see five of you."

In reply to Rabelais le Sur (msg # 326):

ooc that was quick didn't get Broderick a chance to get the others.

Broderick heads upstairs and returns with the others.

Clair eyes the adventurers speculatively. Hopefully these won't be as obnoxious as some of those she had travelled with previously. Giving the more handsome ones a warm smile.

In reply to Clair Leibert (msg # 328):

Margaux narrows her eyes at Clair and flips over a card."Queen of Wands," she says with a faint sniff.

In reply to Margaux le Manifique (msg # 329):

Delighted to notice one of the group is a mages Sister of the arts, how fare you?

Once the contracts are signed the group heads out. Making their way to the tunnels. On reaching the spot where the rat was they start  searching.

In reply to Clair Leibert (msg # 330):

"Indeed, a student of the subtle arts...very subtle ideed at times.
 Whither goest we, and is that suit of armor accompanying you a golem? Fascinating!"

In reply to Margaux le Manifique (msg # 332):

By which route are you heading, Ashbury's tavern, or the guild basement? In any case, this crew need to collect their weapons from Aemon.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 333):

ooc The most direct route possible. When the group has gathered their gear and assembles Broderick introduces the members of the team to each other and they head to Ashbury's tavern.