Scotley's Carrion Crown IC Part 1 The Haunting of Harrowstone

Besharrn Blacktusk Half-Orc Ranger3

"Hmpf! So sez yew, Dannis. What happens when 'restless spirits' get more restless and not happy to stay at home on long, dark nights? That when they go roaming and find nice, warm houses to enter, especialy if there a necromancer commanding. Seen it, I have, in cave where I was whelped. Bad business, bad medicine." Besharrn is trying to stir up some new work for the party, and potentially a nice, fat reward.

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Besharrn Blacktusk Half-Orc Ranger3

S15,D16,C14,I12,W12,C11

AC:21[10+7(+1 Breastplate)+3(Dex)+1(Dodge Feat)] [25 w/Shield of Swings]
FF:17
T:14 [18 w/Shield of Swings]

HP:33/35 -2 =31/35

Skills: (Ranks 7+7+7 = 21) [CS=Class Skill]
Climb 3 ranks +2 str +3 CS = +8
Intimidate 3 ranks +2 rac'l +3 CS +0cha = +8 [Std act'n-if sucsfl give opp the Shaken condition, -2 att]
[DC to demoralize=10+target's HD+target's Wis mod] [lasts 1rnd + 1rnd for every 5 check exceeds DC]
Knowledge (Dungeoneering) 3 ranks, +1 Int +2 Favored Terrain +3 CS = +9
Perception 3 ranks +1 wis +3 CS = +7 [+2 underground]
PASSIVE PERCEPTION: 17 [19 underground]
Stealth 3 ranks +3 dex +3 CS = +9 [+2 underground]
Survival 3 ranks +1 wis +3 CS = +7 [+2 underground] [+1 (half Ranger Level) to follow tracks]
Swim 3 ranks +2 str +3 CS = +8 [-3 ACP if wearing +1 Magic Breastplate]



Saves: Fort: +6 Ref: +7 Will: +3

Init +3, BAB +3, CMB +5, CMD 18 [22 w/ Shield of Swings]

Halberd +7, 1d10+3 dam, Short Sword +6, 1d6+2 dam, Heavy Crossbow +7, 1d10 dam

Feat: Shield of Swings - gain +4 AC and CMD but only do half damage. FULL ATTACK ONLY [APG]
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"And I'm wondering if some of the strange goings-on here in Ravengro can't be laid at the feet of these restless spirits. A prison most assuredly would be host to many negative energies; add to that the gruesome death suffered by the inmates here and 'trouble' might not come close to describing what could eventually happen."
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Vadim Nazdravan
Male Half-Elf Bard (Archaeologist) 3
CG Medium Humanoid (elf, human)
Hero Points 2
Init +5; Senses Low-Light Vision; Perception +10
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Defense
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AC 18, touch 13, flat-footed 15 (+4 armor, +1 shield, +3 Dex)
hp 20 (3d8)
Fort +1, Ref +6, Will +3
Defensive Abilities Trap Sense, Uncanny Dodge; Immune sleep; Resist Elven Immunities
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Offense
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Speed 30 ft.
Melee Cestus +4 (1d4+1/19-20/x2) and
. . Dagger +4 (1d4+1/19-20/x2) and
. . Masterwork Whip, Scorpion +5 (1d4+1/x2) and
. . Silversheen Rapier +5 (1d6+1/18-20/x2)
Ranged Darkwood Shortbow, Composite (Str +1) +6 (1d6+1/x3)
Bard (Archaeologist) Spells Known (CL 3, +4 melee touch, +5 ranged touch):
1 (4/day) Cure Light Wounds (DC 14), Dazzling Blade (DC 14), Touch of Gracelessness (DC 14), Vanish
0 (at will) Resistance (DC 13), Read Magic, Detect Magic, Prestidigitation (DC 13), Light, Unwitting Ally (DC 13)
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Statistics
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Str 12, Dex 16, Con 10, Int 14, Wis 10, Cha 16
Base Atk +2; CMB +3; CMD 16
Feats Bard Weapon Proficiencies, Combat Expertise +/-1, Skill Focus (Perception) (Adaptability), Weapon Finesse
Traits Chance Savior, Dangerously Curious, Prehensile Whip
Skills Acrobatics +6, Appraise +6, Bluff +7, Climb +4, Diplomacy +7, Disable Device +6, Escape Artist +6, Fly +2, Knowledge (arcana) +7, Knowledge (dungeoneering) +7, Knowledge (engineering) +7, Knowledge (geography) +7, Knowledge (history) +7, Knowledge (local) +7, Knowledge (nature) +7, Knowledge (nobility) +7, Knowledge (planes) +7, Knowledge (religion) +7, Perception +10, Profession (Archeologist) +4, Profession (Professor) +4, Ride +2, Sleight of Hand +6, Spellcraft +6, Stealth +6, Swim +0, Use Magic Device +8
Languages Common, Elven, Shoanti, Varisian
SQ Arcane Training, Archaeologist's Luck +1 (10 rounds/day), Bardic Knowledge +1, Clever Explorer +1, Elf Blood, Hero Points (2)
Combat Gear Buckler, Cestus, Dagger, Darkwood Shortbow, Composite (Str +1), Masterwork Whip, Scorpion, Mithral Chain Shirt, Silversheen Rapier; Other Gear Adventurer's Sash (3 @ 3.5 lbs), Backpack, Masterwork (4 @ 11.5 lbs), Bag, Waterproof (20 @ 1 lbs), Charcoal Stick (9), Charcoal Stick, Hammock, Journal, Masterwork Felt Hat, Paper (sheet) (10), Rope, Spider Silk (50'), Thieves' tools, masterwork, Twine (50'), Waterskin
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TRACKED RESOURCES
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Archaeologist's Luck +1 (10 rounds/day) (Ex) - 1/10
Dagger - 0/1
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Special Abilities
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Arcane Training +1 CL for spell trigger/completion items for favored class, or use them as if 1st level.
Archaeologist's Luck +1 (10 rounds/day) (Ex) Gain Luck bonus to attack, damage, saves, and all skills.
Bardic Knowledge +1 (Ex) Add + 1 to all knowledge skill checks.
Chance Savior Fate smiled on you and Professor Lorrimor one day in the not so distant past. Through a matter of pure chance, you were in a position to save the late scholar's life and did so. His gratitude was effusive, and he promised that he would never forget y
Clever Explorer +1 (Ex) Half time to use disable device.
Combat Expertise +/-1 Bonus to AC in exchange for an equal penalty to attack.
Elf Blood You are counted as both elven and human for any effect relating to race.
Elven Immunities +2 save bonus vs Enchantments.
Elven Immunities - Sleep You are immune to magic sleep effects.
Hero Points (2) Hero Points can be spent at any time to grant a variety of bonuses.
Low-Light Vision See twice as far as a human in low light, distinguishing color and detail.
Trap Sense +1 (Ex) +1 bonus on reflex saves and AC against traps.
Uncanny Dodge (Ex) Retain Dex bonus to AC when flat-footed.
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Vadim was born in Varisia, the result of a brief union between a wandering bard and the charming Szarni elf who took his fancy . . . or perhaps the minstrel took the gypsy’s fancy, who can tell? In any case, their child proved to be beautiful, intelligent and precocious; it was plain to all who encountered young Vadim that he inherited the best of both of his parents.

As he grew to manhood, Vadim’s natural curiosity dovetailed with his interest in the history of Varisia and it’s neighbor, Ustalav. He began a lifelong study of the two cultures, of their conflict and influence on each other. Eventually, his studies brought him into contact with the famed scholar, Petros Lorrimor. He made contact with the Professor, and over the course of the next several years Vadim and Professor Lorrimor struck up a longstanding friendship. Correspondence by letter and occasional personal visits formed a bond between the two; the Professor’s knowledge enhanced Vadim’s, and his reputation earned the young half-elf a few guest lecturing posts at institutes of learning in Cheliax, Taldor and even Absalom.

During one of their personal visits – actually a joint venture to explore the ruins of a crypt in Ustalav – Vadim became the instrument of the aging Professor’s continued existence. Lorrimor, no longer as spry as he once was, had insisted that the two of them push on in spite of the fact that they’d been going without significant rest for two days. His exhaustion caused him to miss the trigger of a deadly poison dart trap; however, the now seasoned Vadim was quicker to react. His diving tackle broke Lorrimor’s arm and put an end to that particular foray – after a harrowing escape through the rugged Hungry Mountains – but also saved the man’s life. The end of that adventure was also the last time young Vadim saw the Professor alive . . .

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The Sheriff rubs his red rimmed eyes. He's obviously had a long and frustrating day and rises to Besharrn's bait and the additional prod by Vadim. "Alright, their could be something to what you say. I don't have the resources to go chasing restless spirits. If I don't find out who's been throwing blood on the monument soon I'm gonna be needing a new career. If you are willing to look into things up there and you do some good I'll arrange a reward. But keep it under your hat or helm as may be. This town's already on edge." He considers and adds, "This seems rightly more father Grimbarrow's area than mine, so I guess you should have a talk with him as well."

Meanwhile back at the ranch ah professors house...

Kendra rummages around a bit and comes up with a potion bottle from her father's desk. She passes it to Falco. "This is a healing drought. And one of the village ladies gave me this after father died." She takes a silver charm from a peg near the door. It is on a leather thong and formed into the shape of a symbol of good. As you look more closely you see that their is a small vial in the center of the charm. "She said it would keep away evil spirits. I don't think she knew what it was. I examined it and identified it. Within the vial is a potion of Protection from Evil. Won't do much good hanging at the door as she suggested, but I didn't want to hurt her feelings. You might need it more than me. It is surprisingly potent"

[sblock=Potions]Cure moderate wounds and Protection from Evil Communal lvl 12[/sblock]

"Well boys, I wish you good hunting then. I need to get out and do another patrol." He gets up and straps on his sword. "Keep me apprised of your progress. Check in with me at least once a day. That way if you don't show I'll know we need to go up and collect your bodies." The grim humor is only half joking you suspect.

Dannis nods farewell to the sheriff, and after leaving he turns to his companions. "Well, let us go and visit Father Grimbarrow on our way back to the professor's house." Dannis wags a finger at his half-orc companion. "And this time, do not mention any of our 'extracurricular' activities in the crypts to the priest."

Besharrn Blacktusk Half-Orc Ranger3

"Who, me? What me do?"

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Besharrn Blacktusk Half-Orc Ranger3

S15,D16,C14,I12,W12,C11

AC:21[10+7(+1 Breastplate)+3(Dex)+1(Dodge Feat)] [25 w/Shield of Swings]
FF:17
T:14 [18 w/Shield of Swings]

HP:33/35 -2 =31/35

Skills: (Ranks 7+7+7 = 21) [CS=Class Skill]
Climb 3 ranks +2 str +3 CS = +8
Intimidate 3 ranks +2 rac'l +3 CS +0cha = +8 [Std act'n-if sucsfl give opp the Shaken condition, -2 att]
[DC to demoralize=10+target's HD+target's Wis mod] [lasts 1rnd + 1rnd for every 5 check exceeds DC]
Knowledge (Dungeoneering) 3 ranks, +1 Int +2 Favored Terrain +3 CS = +9
Perception 3 ranks +1 wis +3 CS = +7 [+2 underground]
PASSIVE PERCEPTION: 17 [19 underground]
Stealth 3 ranks +3 dex +3 CS = +9 [+2 underground]
Survival 3 ranks +1 wis +3 CS = +7 [+2 underground] [+1 (half Ranger Level) to follow tracks]
Swim 3 ranks +2 str +3 CS = +8 [-3 ACP if wearing +1 Magic Breastplate]



Saves: Fort: +6 Ref: +7 Will: +3

Init +3, BAB +3, CMB +5, CMD 18 [22 w/ Shield of Swings]

Halberd +7, 1d10+3 dam, Short Sword +6, 1d6+2 dam, Heavy Crossbow +7, 1d10 dam

Feat: Shield of Swings - gain +4 AC and CMD but only do half damage. FULL ATTACK ONLY [APG]
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Falco will take both from Kendra. He suddenly sees her a bit differently, why is this young girl so generous to we who she barely knows. The generosity she has shown over his time here has been truly moving. "My lady, Kendra, you are truly a generous soul. You have prepared an amazing meal for us and now you offer us droughts that would surely fetch more than a few gold pieces. The healing potion will certainly come in handy but if I am to be completely honest with you, I would prefer it if you would keep that protection from evil vial around your neck. I don't know if I could bare it if something bad were to happen to you. There are few genuinely honest and generous people around, and I would like you to stay around." Falco places the protection vial back in her open hand and closes her hand around the potion.

Kendra smiles at Falco and accepts the vial. "I'm not the one going into harms way, but I how can I say 'no' to so charming a request."