Airwalkrr's 4e Game IC: Ch 2 Amnesia

[airwalkrr]

You are speaking with a Cleric of Pelor,God of Sun and all that is good and right.your child is under my protection and of my companions too. tell me why the man with the amethyst eyes would want to hurt Awna?who is he? from where he cames?

"We're gonna take care o' that amawhatever eyes guy, don'tya worry." Petron says, patting the cleric's shoulders.

The spirit lists aimlessly in place for a moment before responding. "Pelor... know Pelor... God of Light... Enemy of Bane... the key... he seeks the key... but he does not possess it... he will not be fooled for long..."

Erik looks hard at the spectral amulet and it's depression. Maybe there are more revealing details...

The spectral image of the amulet is difficult to make out. It is not wholly corporeal. But something within it draws his attention. Within the ruby is a faint glow, and as Erik catches sight of it he feels drawn in. He stands motionless for several minutes.[sblock=Erik]Erik sees a vision of a man in fine robes clutching a gnarled staff with a diamond-cut ruby affixed to the top of it. The man is walking down a great hall. There is something ancient about the feel of the hall, as if you have seen it before, perhaps in a drawing in a book somewhere. When the man comes to the end of the hall, he stands before an empty throne. The man speaks words in an unfamiliar language and the ruby flashes with a blinding light.[/sblock]It it only with great effort that you are able to get Erik to snap out of his trance, but he does finally come to his senses. He seems to have experienced something unusual.

GM: 8 successes and 1 failure. New round! We'll continue as if Lia isn't here for the time-being. As soon as we get a replacement, that character will be able to participate in the challenge, assuming you haven't defeated it by then, of course.

 

[Walking Dad]

Erik

It is a bit hard to dive back into his memory after nearly got lost in the vision..

Erik nonetheless tries to remember where he has seen something like the architecture before... has he ever heard of this staff? Any detail would help.

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rolled a 2

[sblock=Mini stat block]
Erik Apeldan
Perception: 18 Insight: 18 Normal Vision
AC 18 Fortitude 14 Reflex 16 Will 16
Initiative: +2
Hit Points: 33 / 33 Bloodied: 16
Temporary Hit Points: 0
Resist:
Saving Throw: -
Milestones: 0
Action Points: 1 Second Wind: 1
Healing Surge:8 Surges per day: 8 / 8
At-Will Powers: Magic Missle, Stoneblood, Unraveling Dart
Encounter Powers: Staff of Defense, Leaden Transmutation, Shield
Daily Powers: Flaming Sphere

Condition:

XP: 1,000
Items: 70gp
Mystic salves 10gp
Alchemical Reagents 50gp
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[wolfattack]

''He seeks the key''? why he wants this ''key''? it is a key for a place or it is something else? do you know where he could be now? - Krawlinstar says,trying to get as much information about the mysterious killer as possible.

 

[airwalkrr]

Erik

It is a bit hard to dive back into his memory after nearly got lost in the vision..

Erik nonetheless tries to remember where he has seen something like the architecture before... has he ever heard of this staff? Any detail would help.

Erik knows only that the architecture is reminiscent of the old Kingdom of Istallya, which used to rule the whole of the lands upon which both the Republic of Berandal and the Johak Empire now reside, as well as many lands beyond. The ruby from the staff is nearly identical to the one which is set into the amulet. Erik recalls that the ruby has had some magical significance throughout history.

''He seeks the key''? why he wants this ''key''? it is a key for a place or it is something else? do you know where he could be now? - Krawlinstar says,trying to get as much information about the mysterious killer as possible.

"He believes... amulet is the key... but not the key... it is she... Awna is the true key... must be saved..."

With this the spirit stands up. His image is a gory mess. Blood pours from his empty eye sockets and ears, and his skin is pallid and gray. However, as he becomes aright, the color returns to him, and his wounds close. The blood stains remain upon his ghastly visage, but his eyes return and the sockets cease to gush blood. Soon, a veritable transformation is complete and he stands before you a true corporeal being once again.

The being walks gently over to Krawlinstar, "Gentle priest of the sun, you and your companions have drawn me back from Limbo and I am grateful. You have reminded me of my unfinished business on this world and I know now that you can be entrusted with the task that I was unable to complete in life. The girl, Awna, she is a special child, born with a secret that none can know. You can make her safe though. Take her to a place where she will be protected. There is a citadel east of here. It was my mission in life to see her there safely, but I have failed. Now, you must take up this task, and escort her there. Only at the citadel can she find safety."

The spirit-given-form walks over to the child whose face now streams tears. "Daddy? Can't you come with me?" she asks.

"No, my precious child. I cannot. The gods have granted me this one reprieve from death so that I might impart my mission before passing on. But these people are good of heart and noble of deed. I know they will protect you. You must believe me. I would be here if I could, but that was not my fate. It is important now for you to be strong. Can you be strong for me?"

Awna begins to bawl and reaches out for her deceased father, "No, Daddy! I'm not strong. I'm weak! Please, Daddy, I need you!"

"Dear child, I would be with you always if I could. But know that I love you as I have loved you always. And I shall always be watching you, protecting you in my own way. I love you, dear Awna, but my time in this world is fading. Remember, my darling, no matter what happens, I shall always love you..."

With that, the man is engulfed in a blinding light such as you have never witnessed. You shield your eyes for a moment and then realize the light is gone. As you open them to look upon the scene once more you realize that the spirit is gone, passed on. The girl looks up at each member of your party expectantly. Tears still stream down her face, but something seems to have awakened within her, a strength that was not there before. She wipes her eyes and says, "You know what to do, don't you? You understand?"

GM: The skill challenge is complete! 125 XP for all! Your total is now 1,125.

 

[Voda Vosa]

As the blinding light dissipates, the rest see that Petron's eyes are as well streaming with tears, the tough warrior touched by the scene. He takes the girl up "We do little one, we'll not disappoint your father." he says solemnly.

 

[wolfattack]

Your father has been blessed with a peaceful rest Awna. come with us and you shall be safe.its your father's wish.

 

[Walking Dad]

Erik

"And here I thought we were already committed to another task..." Erik argues halfheartedly. For the ones who know him, it is clear he wants to help the girl, too.

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[sblock=Mini stat block]
Erik Apeldan
Perception: 18 Insight: 18 Normal Vision
AC 18 Fortitude 14 Reflex 16 Will 16
Initiative: +2
Hit Points: 33 / 33 Bloodied: 16
Temporary Hit Points: 0
Resist:
Saving Throw: -
Milestones: 0
Action Points: 1 Second Wind: 1
Healing Surge:8 Surges per day: 8 / 8
At-Will Powers: Magic Missle, Stoneblood, Unraveling Dart
Encounter Powers: Staff of Defense, Leaden Transmutation, Shield
Daily Powers: Flaming Sphere

Condition:

XP: 1,125
Items: 70gp
Mystic salves 10gp
Alchemical Reagents 50gp
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[airwalkrr]

"High time something was done," says Madam Rilfree pushing her way past everyone and into the room. She curls her nose a bit as she looks around, particularly when viewing the blood stains on the bed, then turns to the goodwife. "I've changed my mind, goodwife. My servants will take these quarters. I will take the room down the hall. I trust you'll make this room ready for my servants in a reasonable amount of time? In the meantime, I must rest. Traveling in a coach all day is dreadfully tiring." With that, Madam Rilfree turns in a huff and heads down the hall.

"Oh, blessed Pelor, thank you for sending your servant to purge us of this restless spirit!" The goodwife calls out in exultation. "Oh and the rest of you are free to take bunks in the common room, free of charge! I'd offer you private rooms, but," she looks down at Madam Rilfree with a scowl, "I'm afraid she's booked the last two. I'll be happy to make you up a very special breakfast in the morning though to make it up to you. You have no idea how this will help my business."

The goodwife begins to depart but then turns as if remembering something, "Oh goodness gracious. I nearly forgot all about Awna. I'm afraid I can't let you take her. She barely knows you. She doesn't know you truth be told. We've been good to her here, and we'll continue to be good to her, I promise you that."

As the goodwife turns again to depart for other matters, the little girl grabs at her sleeve, "No, Miccah. I want to go with them. Daddy said I should go with them, and so I will."

"Oh you poor confused child. I can't just let you off and away with the first strangers who happen through my door!" The goodwife protests. "What would people say? 'Goodwife Miccah let that girl go with those strange travelers from the city and now she's in a ditch!' That's what they'd say."

"No, Miccah," the child says, much more emphatically this time. As she does, her eyes emit an red glow, such as you have never seen before. It is not quite so sinister as the fire that rages in a tiefling's eyes, but it is chilling nonetheless. "I will go with them, and you will let me."

The goodwife stares at the child for a few moments as if flabbergasted, then perks up and says, "Well of course I'll let you go with them. Whoever gave you the idea that I wouldn't?" With that, the goodwife sports a wide smile and heads off to take care of other duties.

The young girl turns to your group and looks at you with a blank face. "So, if we are to be traveling companions, I should like to know your names. Mine is Awna, but you already knew that."

 

[wolfattack]

Well,let's introduce ourselves properly then. my name is Krawlinstar,faithfull and humble servant of Pelor,God of Sun.among my duties as a Cleric,i also travel with these adventurers that you see here.since i lost Mooneyes to a unknow evil,they occupy a great time in my life.i'm glad to have friends like them.

 

[wolfattack]

OOC: double post,sorry