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<blockquote data-quote="hbarsquared" data-source="post: 2842517" data-attributes="member: 4550"><p><span style="color: royalblue"><strong>Chapter Three, Page 8</strong></span></p><p></p><p>The group finds it hard to believe, as they leave the dark confines of the cairn, that it is the late afternoon of the same day. Exhausted, the company trudges back to the abandoned mining office to rest and recuperate. Azten takes out some clean bandages to apply to Gregor's wounds and lays him down upon a worn cot.</p><p></p><p>OOC - Azten's Heal check for long-term care, +7 against DC 15: taking 10, 17, success. Gregor healed 2 hp overnight, at 5 hp the following day. I did not have Azten use his healer's kit, since it was not necessary to succeed at the DC.</p><p></p><p>Gregor's wounds would be difficult to explain if the party decides to return home. The taskmasters at the mines do not approve of their employees becoming damaged goods, and Gregor would most likely be dismissed if anyone discovered his condition. Likewise, Majakilar and Azten would dismissed as well for allowing it to occur. Alexi and Owen have no particular home to return to anyway, and Kenneth is eager to spend the night in the so-called "unexplored wilderness fraught with danger and excitement." The group elect to stay at the abandoned office and resume their exploration of the whispering cairn the following morning.</p><p></p><p>After straightening up portions of the small office, they discover that the building itself is in overall good shape, despite the moldy and splintering furnishings. Kenneth creates a small area of comfort in one corner of the room in record time and promptly leaves to explore the surroundings, warning the others that he had cast upon his belongings "potent, dangerous spells the likes of which have not been seen since the great archmage Manziborian from the land of Gieltan visited the Emporium."</p><p></p><p>That evening, each unfurls blankets and bedrolls and settles down for a restful sleep. Kenneth is the first to fall asleep and his resounding snores reverberate against the walls, snorts and exhalations seemingly far too loud to come from the tiny gnome's body. Despite the noise, everyone awakes the following morning refreshed and prepared for the coming day.</p><p></p><p>OOC - Feel free to expand on any actions you would like to take during the evening. By my calculations, everyone's spells are recharged and everyone is at full hit points, except for Gregor who is now at 5 hp. Other than that, it's up to everyone where you would like to go next!</p><p></p><p><strong>Thanee</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">“Great, I knew you would make it!” Alexi had shouted enthusiastically, as Gregor came out of the elevator shaft.</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">When the group then left the cairn for a well-deserved rest, she said: “We've been in there quite some time, but exploring the whole place will take days. And we really need the rest now, especially Gregor who has been through quite a bit today. Brave Gregor!”</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">“Where should we start tomorrow? Go back down that broken shaft? Is there anything down there? Or rather try one of the others... the next one?”</p><p></p><p><strong>Azten</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Azten makes his preferences known as he makes the rounds tending to everyone's wounds - Today has been a real 'eye-opening' experience for me. I will meditate further on it to be sure it is Moradin's will, but I believe I am meant to continue exploring, even if it means neglecting my duties at the mines. </p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">He proceeds to describe the dour, disapproving statues in the area, and suggests that the group continue to focus their efforts there. </p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Azten also requests to see the statuettes and other trinkets the party has found to see if they hold any clues about the architects and builders of the tomb complex.</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Later that night while he's sound asleep on the floor ("No, really - I prefer to sleep on the floor") he is granted something of a vision - himself with the group, exploring the tomb, while a sensation of warm approval and protection fills him as the scene fades. </p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Then, a strong feeling, rather than a vision. He feels that it might be important for him to learn more about the architects, and to that end Moradin has granted him a limited prayer to comprehend any writings they should come across, as well as a few things that may help him or his companions. </p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Lastly, Azten receives a gentle admonition that he can always petition Moradin to grant healing in exchange for one of the other prayers bestowed for that day.</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">When the morning arrives, the other party members find Azten sitting meditatively in the corner. Rousing him, he is refreshed and ready to face the challenges of the day.</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">OOC: Prayers granted: Magic Stone, Magic Weapon, Comprehend languages, Detect Magic, Guidance, Resistance.</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">And what of the various things the party has found? Wasn't someone else going to check them for magic or something? edit: See OOC thread</p><p></p><p><strong>silentspace</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">"Well Gregor, I figure the taskmasters won't let us back in the mines again, but maybe we'll find enough treasure we can retire forever, eh?"</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">"Yes, let's keep going. But until Gregor's all rested up, I'm taking point, ok? Azten could stand behind me... Maybe we can get Gregor some javelins to throw from a distance, what do you say Gregor? I've got a few javelins..."</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">"Anyway let's get prepared some more. Maybe we can get some knotted rope and drive some pitons in the ground to get up and down the crashed elevator shaft. Sounds like we could do with some more oil too, that was pretty useful!"</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">It's clear Majakilar can barely contain his excitement at the prospect of more exploration!</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">"Say, is there a way past that mold down the first elevator?"</p><p></p><p><strong>Mista Collins</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">"Good job, big man!" Owen says as he slaps Gregor on the back. Noticing the wince, Owen apologies. "Sorry 'bout that."</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Once back at the abandoned office, Owen calculates what they will need for tomorrow. "I think we could use some of the following items. We could use some knotted rope, or knot what we have here, but we might need more length as those.... elevator shafts?..... are deeper than I expected and I don’t want to risk anyone falling or having to climb again. We could use a few torches also, as they would have been useful against those beetles. Speaking of the beetles, I could use some more oil because I don't have anymore. Well, I have what is left in my lantern, which isn’t much. Some sort of salves or liquids that would help with our fatigue and wounds would be a nice addition to the wonderful skills of Azten." Just as he appears to have his list finished, Owen is reminded of the mold. "YES!! We need something cold." He looks to Kenneth with a questioning eyes. "You said cold things will get rid of the mold, correct? Yes?! Then something cold it is!" He can't stop smiling and appears extremely excited on exploring more of what the experienced today.</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">..........."any suggestions on something cold?"</p><p></p><p>Gregor finds it difficult to stay still at Azten's urgings. The giant feels the need for movement, to swing a pick or walk around the cramped quarters of the abandoned office, but Azten refuses to allow him to indulge in such nonsense and it's not the first time Azten is forced to do so. Despite being half Gregor's size, Gregor finds himself pushed back into the cot at the barest touch of Azten's hand.</p><p></p><p>"You've always known what's been best," he reluctantly grumbles, though with a thankful smile.</p><p></p><p>When Kenneth returns from his foray into the surrounding woods, Owen questions him about the mold and how they might be able to bypass it. Kenneth just smiles knowingly.</p><p></p><p>"There's nothing we can do about it tomorrow," he says. "But after taking a look around I made a quick trip into town to visit Allustan. We're good friends, been so for years. He'll have a spell ready for us tomorrow night!"</p><p></p><p>He unslings his pack and opens it for Owen to see. "And to show you just how much I am usually prepared, I brought you some torches, another length of rope, and a couple flasks of lamp oil."</p><p></p><p>He also pulls out two thick blankets. "I brought these, too, for the cold night. Don't want anyone getting frostbite. Not like Thragar the orc of Kresh who thought he could sleep through a snowstorm by hiding in a cave...."</p><p></p><p style="text-align: center">* * *</p><p></p><p>The following morning the group finds themselves standing on the edge of the collapsed shaft, staring down to the chamber below illuminated by the green lantern. Gregor tosses the end of the tied rope over the edge, gripping it in both hands and steadying his feet against a small, uplift crack in the stone floor. There is nothing to tie the rope to, so the giant man has offered to be the anchor as the others climb down.</p><p></p><p>Kenneth, excited to explore below, jumps forward. "Anything else we should prepare for?" he asks.</p><p></p><p>OOC- The consensus seemed to be to either explore the mold encrusted hall or the collapsed shaft. Since the mold cannot be bypassed, yet, I went ahead and placed everyone at the shaft. If anyone would rather start somewhere else, or do anything else in preparation, feel free to let me know! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p></p><p><strong>Voadam</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">"I'll hold the rope till everyone is down. The climb is not too bad for me so Ill go down last." Gregor braces himself and offers an encouraging smile.</p><p></p><p><strong>Mista Collins</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Grabbing a hold of the rope for support, Owen looks at Gregor. "You are a good man, Gregor."</p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Owen slowly descends to the bottom of the shaft. Once his feet are firmly planted on solid ground he takes his lantern out and lights it to illuminate the area.</p><p></p><p><strong>Azten</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Azten pauses for a second at the top of the rope and gives Gregor a questioning look. </p> <p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">When he sees Gregor nod slightly with a half grin, Azten gives the briefest of nods in return, mutters a prayer to Moradin to watch over fools, and descends the rope into the deep shaft - hopefully with less painful results this time.</p><p></p><p><strong>Voadam</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Solidly braced, Gregor easily holds the line steady as the others descend. "We got the eye spider so it should be fine down there now."</p><p></p><p><strong>silentspace</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">Majakilar will insist to go down the rope first. He'll tie it around himself and go down holding his weapon ready (or as ready as he can be, dangling in the air like that).</p><p></p><p><strong>Thanee</strong><p style="margin-left: 20px"></p> <p style="margin-left: 20px">“We got the eye spider? What is the eye spider and how does it protect us when climbing down?” Alexi asks Gregor curiously.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hbarsquared, post: 2842517, member: 4550"] [color=royalblue][b]Chapter Three, Page 8[/b][/color] The group finds it hard to believe, as they leave the dark confines of the cairn, that it is the late afternoon of the same day. Exhausted, the company trudges back to the abandoned mining office to rest and recuperate. Azten takes out some clean bandages to apply to Gregor's wounds and lays him down upon a worn cot. OOC - Azten's Heal check for long-term care, +7 against DC 15: taking 10, 17, success. Gregor healed 2 hp overnight, at 5 hp the following day. I did not have Azten use his healer's kit, since it was not necessary to succeed at the DC. Gregor's wounds would be difficult to explain if the party decides to return home. The taskmasters at the mines do not approve of their employees becoming damaged goods, and Gregor would most likely be dismissed if anyone discovered his condition. Likewise, Majakilar and Azten would dismissed as well for allowing it to occur. Alexi and Owen have no particular home to return to anyway, and Kenneth is eager to spend the night in the so-called "unexplored wilderness fraught with danger and excitement." The group elect to stay at the abandoned office and resume their exploration of the whispering cairn the following morning. After straightening up portions of the small office, they discover that the building itself is in overall good shape, despite the moldy and splintering furnishings. Kenneth creates a small area of comfort in one corner of the room in record time and promptly leaves to explore the surroundings, warning the others that he had cast upon his belongings "potent, dangerous spells the likes of which have not been seen since the great archmage Manziborian from the land of Gieltan visited the Emporium." That evening, each unfurls blankets and bedrolls and settles down for a restful sleep. Kenneth is the first to fall asleep and his resounding snores reverberate against the walls, snorts and exhalations seemingly far too loud to come from the tiny gnome's body. Despite the noise, everyone awakes the following morning refreshed and prepared for the coming day. OOC - Feel free to expand on any actions you would like to take during the evening. By my calculations, everyone's spells are recharged and everyone is at full hit points, except for Gregor who is now at 5 hp. Other than that, it's up to everyone where you would like to go next! [b]Thanee[/b][indent] “Great, I knew you would make it!” Alexi had shouted enthusiastically, as Gregor came out of the elevator shaft. When the group then left the cairn for a well-deserved rest, she said: “We've been in there quite some time, but exploring the whole place will take days. And we really need the rest now, especially Gregor who has been through quite a bit today. Brave Gregor!” “Where should we start tomorrow? Go back down that broken shaft? Is there anything down there? Or rather try one of the others... the next one?”[/indent] [b]Azten[/b][indent] Azten makes his preferences known as he makes the rounds tending to everyone's wounds - Today has been a real 'eye-opening' experience for me. I will meditate further on it to be sure it is Moradin's will, but I believe I am meant to continue exploring, even if it means neglecting my duties at the mines. He proceeds to describe the dour, disapproving statues in the area, and suggests that the group continue to focus their efforts there. Azten also requests to see the statuettes and other trinkets the party has found to see if they hold any clues about the architects and builders of the tomb complex. Later that night while he's sound asleep on the floor ("No, really - I prefer to sleep on the floor") he is granted something of a vision - himself with the group, exploring the tomb, while a sensation of warm approval and protection fills him as the scene fades. Then, a strong feeling, rather than a vision. He feels that it might be important for him to learn more about the architects, and to that end Moradin has granted him a limited prayer to comprehend any writings they should come across, as well as a few things that may help him or his companions. Lastly, Azten receives a gentle admonition that he can always petition Moradin to grant healing in exchange for one of the other prayers bestowed for that day. When the morning arrives, the other party members find Azten sitting meditatively in the corner. Rousing him, he is refreshed and ready to face the challenges of the day. OOC: Prayers granted: Magic Stone, Magic Weapon, Comprehend languages, Detect Magic, Guidance, Resistance. And what of the various things the party has found? Wasn't someone else going to check them for magic or something? edit: See OOC thread[/indent] [b]silentspace[/b][indent] "Well Gregor, I figure the taskmasters won't let us back in the mines again, but maybe we'll find enough treasure we can retire forever, eh?" "Yes, let's keep going. But until Gregor's all rested up, I'm taking point, ok? Azten could stand behind me... Maybe we can get Gregor some javelins to throw from a distance, what do you say Gregor? I've got a few javelins..." "Anyway let's get prepared some more. Maybe we can get some knotted rope and drive some pitons in the ground to get up and down the crashed elevator shaft. Sounds like we could do with some more oil too, that was pretty useful!" It's clear Majakilar can barely contain his excitement at the prospect of more exploration! "Say, is there a way past that mold down the first elevator?"[/indent] [b]Mista Collins[/b][indent] "Good job, big man!" Owen says as he slaps Gregor on the back. Noticing the wince, Owen apologies. "Sorry 'bout that." Once back at the abandoned office, Owen calculates what they will need for tomorrow. "I think we could use some of the following items. We could use some knotted rope, or knot what we have here, but we might need more length as those.... elevator shafts?..... are deeper than I expected and I don’t want to risk anyone falling or having to climb again. We could use a few torches also, as they would have been useful against those beetles. Speaking of the beetles, I could use some more oil because I don't have anymore. Well, I have what is left in my lantern, which isn’t much. Some sort of salves or liquids that would help with our fatigue and wounds would be a nice addition to the wonderful skills of Azten." Just as he appears to have his list finished, Owen is reminded of the mold. "YES!! We need something cold." He looks to Kenneth with a questioning eyes. "You said cold things will get rid of the mold, correct? Yes?! Then something cold it is!" He can't stop smiling and appears extremely excited on exploring more of what the experienced today. ..........."any suggestions on something cold?"[/indent] Gregor finds it difficult to stay still at Azten's urgings. The giant feels the need for movement, to swing a pick or walk around the cramped quarters of the abandoned office, but Azten refuses to allow him to indulge in such nonsense and it's not the first time Azten is forced to do so. Despite being half Gregor's size, Gregor finds himself pushed back into the cot at the barest touch of Azten's hand. "You've always known what's been best," he reluctantly grumbles, though with a thankful smile. When Kenneth returns from his foray into the surrounding woods, Owen questions him about the mold and how they might be able to bypass it. Kenneth just smiles knowingly. "There's nothing we can do about it tomorrow," he says. "But after taking a look around I made a quick trip into town to visit Allustan. We're good friends, been so for years. He'll have a spell ready for us tomorrow night!" He unslings his pack and opens it for Owen to see. "And to show you just how much I am usually prepared, I brought you some torches, another length of rope, and a couple flasks of lamp oil." He also pulls out two thick blankets. "I brought these, too, for the cold night. Don't want anyone getting frostbite. Not like Thragar the orc of Kresh who thought he could sleep through a snowstorm by hiding in a cave...." [center]* * *[/center] The following morning the group finds themselves standing on the edge of the collapsed shaft, staring down to the chamber below illuminated by the green lantern. Gregor tosses the end of the tied rope over the edge, gripping it in both hands and steadying his feet against a small, uplift crack in the stone floor. There is nothing to tie the rope to, so the giant man has offered to be the anchor as the others climb down. Kenneth, excited to explore below, jumps forward. "Anything else we should prepare for?" he asks. OOC- The consensus seemed to be to either explore the mold encrusted hall or the collapsed shaft. Since the mold cannot be bypassed, yet, I went ahead and placed everyone at the shaft. If anyone would rather start somewhere else, or do anything else in preparation, feel free to let me know! :) [b]Voadam[/b][indent] "I'll hold the rope till everyone is down. The climb is not too bad for me so Ill go down last." Gregor braces himself and offers an encouraging smile.[/indent] [b]Mista Collins[/b][indent] Grabbing a hold of the rope for support, Owen looks at Gregor. "You are a good man, Gregor." Owen slowly descends to the bottom of the shaft. Once his feet are firmly planted on solid ground he takes his lantern out and lights it to illuminate the area.[/indent] [b]Azten[/b][indent] Azten pauses for a second at the top of the rope and gives Gregor a questioning look. When he sees Gregor nod slightly with a half grin, Azten gives the briefest of nods in return, mutters a prayer to Moradin to watch over fools, and descends the rope into the deep shaft - hopefully with less painful results this time.[/indent] [b]Voadam[/b][indent] Solidly braced, Gregor easily holds the line steady as the others descend. "We got the eye spider so it should be fine down there now."[/indent] [b]silentspace[/b][indent] Majakilar will insist to go down the rope first. He'll tie it around himself and go down holding his weapon ready (or as ready as he can be, dangling in the air like that).[/indent] [b]Thanee[/b][indent] “We got the eye spider? What is the eye spider and how does it protect us when climbing down?” Alexi asks Gregor curiously.[/indent] [/QUOTE]
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