[LPF] Rodents of Unusual Size, pt 3

Wahyu chuckled, "Such an offer is tempting, but I fail to see what that would accomplish. Simply put, we are in a hurry, and that would only take time. Were she to slay me, then it would do naught but serve as entertain your tribesmen. Were I to slay her, then what would keep your tribesmen from attacking me and mine? Your word? Ha, no, somehow, I doubt I could trust your word. So, I'm afraid I must decline your offer. You understand, I trust."

The last word slicked off his tongue like it was doused in oil, drawn out with an almost silent hissing. He stood up, and bowed curtly, "Now that we know what to expect, we know what to prepare for. Such is all I needed to know."

The prophet picked up his candle, and blew it out, before turning to leave. Passing by Jonas, he tugged on his sleeve, and muttered, "Do not forget to ask about the rats, friend."
[sblock=OOC]I think diplomacy can be used to get information from single person. I'd think that would fall under the "Make Request" use of the skill, with the request of course being to get the goblin to give specific details.[/sblock]
[sblock= Wahyu's Mini Stats]Wahyu
AC: 16 (14 flat-footed, 13 touch)
HP: 30/30
CMB: 2 CMD: 14
Fort: +3 Reflex: +4 Will: +6
Perception: +6, Darkvision 60 ft
Initiative: +6
Current Weapon in Hand: Light Crossbow (+7, 1d6, 19-20 x2)
Current Conditions in Effect:
Spells Remaining (1st): 2/7
Spells Remaining (2nd): 4/4

Used Items:
Bolts (2/20)
Abilities Used:
SLA: Pass Without Trace[/sblock]

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Jonas Psalter

Initiative: +04
AC: 17 (12 Touch, 15 Flat-Footed)
HP: 40/40
Senses: DarkVision (60’) Perception: +10
CMB: +06 CMD: 18 (+8/20 vs. Trip)
Fort: +07 Reflex: +02 Will: +05
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The goblin looks at Wahyu sideways, a grin coming across his toothy visage. "Whatever you say, grey one. Far be it that you people lie. Constantly." His eyes wash over the group, returning to Wahyu. "Or puff. Or parade. Whatever you call it. I care not.

"Even so, offer still there." The goblin looks up at Wahyu, then his eyes drift over to Mystie. "Oh, and I not forget you, I'd set up fight with one of our witches if you want, but puff-and-parade here seem to be one wanting."

Apparently done with Wahyu for now, the nasty goblin turns his head to address Jonas. "Rats? No, no trouble for tribe at all. Not... until we arrive here. Found the hole-in-the-ground over there," he tilts his head in the direction of the bluff, "while ago, so we get goblins together to take stuff. I come here with group, send some down to take look. Horrible rotting disease rats attack. Very nasty, I lose many goblins without ever seeing enemy." He shakes his head, "Stories so bad hard to know facts. Rest of questions can't say--I wasn't throwing any more goblins away down there, ya." The goblin stops talking, eyes still actively scanning the group, alert as he ever was.

[sblock=Reason for Edit]The following was removed upon discovering Mowgli had gotten a post in while I was posting. It seemed inappropriate for the goblin to be asking him if he had any questions when he just asked several. The following text was removed in favor of the previous paragraph:

His eyes drift over to Jonas as Wahyu passes the big man by. "Or maybe something you want? Yes... let me help you. I answer question for you, even if you all tense--I understand. Not comfortable. Yes..."[/sblock]
The little goblin peeks out from behind the larger one, only to avert his eyes again as his boss talks some more. His ears bat down as if under threat, but it is obvious he's not comprehending the details, just getting the tone of the conversation in Venzan.

[sblock=Diplomacy]As I said, the goblin is already talking, thanks to Jonas' Intimidate roll. I'm not sure what specific details you are after, at this point. The majority of your post (which I do like the flavor of, don't get me wrong) seems to be an argument in support of a proposition. The point is, I'm not seeing what you are trying to get, here.

I see what you mean about Diplomacy in general, I had mistook the function and apologies on that issue. However, I still would have a bit of reservation about the use in this case--there is language about impending violence and I don't think either side has stepped away from that paradigm, particularly with various threats of how to kill or maim him and zero arguments to the contrary.[/sblock]

"Well, I've had enough. What say we go head to yonder hill and check out their encampment," Dunkel suggests as he mounts up.

"Sounds like our job has some new tasks, not only do we have to deal with the giant rodents but we have the goblin camp intent on destroying Venza also. What stories will be told, you cant make this stuff up. I agree lets deal with the two legged rodents first. What of these 2?" Crue moves to retrieve Penelope to move on.

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Cruendithas
Initiative +1
AC: 17 (with shield/ Flat:16, Touch: 12)
HP: 26 current: 26
CMB: +1 / CMD: 12 Fort: +2 / Ref: +4 / Will: +4
Resistence: 0
Current Weapon in Hand: Buckler and wand MM

Spell Like Abilities: Dancing Lights1/1, Ghost Sound 0/1, Prestidigitation1/1, Speak with Animals1/1
Arcane Strike +1
0 Lvl Spells:
Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand, Message, Light

1st Lvl Spells: 0/4 per day
Cure Light Wounds, Grease, Expeditious Retreat, Identify

Archaeologist's Luck (+1) rounds/day: 0/6

Wand CLW 10/10
Wand MM 22/25
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Hawk, Little Halfling with a Big Sword

BigB said:

"What of these 2?"

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Hawk shrugs. "Kill 'em!?"

[sblock=Hawk Mini Stats]Hawk
AC: 20 (16 flat-footed, 15 touch)
HP: 50/50
CMB: +5 CMD: 20

Fort: +7 Reflex: +7 Will: +2
Perception: +9 Sense Motive: +0
Initiative: +5

Current Weapon in Hand: Greatsword (2-handed)
Current Conditions in Effect: None
Rage Rounds remaining Today: 3/12[/sblock]

The worried smaller goblin hastily whispers in the ear of his leader, casting a weary eye at Hawk and Cruendithas, then away again. The bigger one nods, replying in readily audible goblin, "Yes, yes, they just wanna kill us. Been like that whole time!"

Shifting to common, the lead locks eyes on Wahyu, "Last chance, Puff-and-Parade. Go with me to tribe, make good on your grandstanding. I bet answer still excuses." Shifting his gaze to Jonas, he motions the big orc closer with a head bob. "Let's be done, tense orc. Little friend all scared--this not good for him."

He looks up at Jonas with what can only be called a look of expectation.

"Execution? Our helpless prisoners? And here I thought that Venzans were civilized," Wahyu shook his head. He was not smiling now.

"True, life is transitory. These vessels are fragile and finite, and this is but a single turn of the wheel. But that does not mean we should throw such away so carelessly, even though they have done so with their ill-thought crusades. No, I must say that we bind them and gag them, and bring them back to Venza to face whatever justice the law deems merciful enough to bestow upon them. If the Whitecloaks are truly at our support, then no doubt they will take us at our words. If not, then at least my own conscience will be at ease."

[sblock=OOC]Yeah, I wasn't really sure on the exact mechanics on negotiating skills, since my regular groups have had a more kick-in-the-door approach to RPing than otherwise necessary. But yeah, I chose a more aggressive tone because I figured that a goblin would have more respect for that then the typical nice guy approach to diplomancy. I probably could've been a bit more clear than I was. [/sblock]

"Yes my wise friend I fear you are correct, yet I am also certain we will see these two stand against us again. Do we bring them with us or leave them here and retrieve them later?"
Crue pauses to consider their options. Knowing these two are killers and are plotting to attack Venza, yet he could not kill them as is the situation currently.

[sblock=mini stats]
Cruendithas
Initiative +1
AC: 17 (with shield/ Flat:16, Touch: 12)
HP: 26 current: 26
CMB: +1 / CMD: 12 Fort: +2 / Ref: +4 / Will: +4
Resistence: 0
Current Weapon in Hand: Buckler and wand MM

Spell Like Abilities: Dancing Lights1/1, Ghost Sound 0/1, Prestidigitation1/1, Speak with Animals1/1
Arcane Strike +1
0 Lvl Spells:
Acid Splash, Detect Magic, Read Magic, Mage Hand, Message, Light

1st Lvl Spells: 0/4 per day
Cure Light Wounds, Grease, Expeditious Retreat, Identify

Archaeologist's Luck (+1) rounds/day: 0/6

Wand CLW 10/10
Wand MM 22/25
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Jonas Psalter

Initiative: +04
AC: 17 (12 Touch, 15 Flat-Footed)
HP: 40/40
Senses: DarkVision (60’) Perception: +10
CMB: +06 CMD: 18 (+8/20 vs. Trip)
Fort: +07 Reflex: +02 Will: +05
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