[e20 PF] And with strange aeons...

[Scott DeWar]

Wisdom check to "fall toward the party"

If that is a good roll, then Hedron will stop at the rest of the group, Thadeus still tucked under his left arm.

[sblock=If that is not a good roll,]
he will be heard saying,

I HATE THIS PLACE IMMENSLY!

then the second roll will apply.i am not likeing these rolls. the second is worse then the first.

for the record, i like the first and second edition method of movement in the astral.[/sblock]

 

[fireinthedust]

OOC: What's the old version? Also: the first roll did it. Technically everyone's falling again. Are you falling together, on a carpet, or heading towards the giant Astral Evil cloud?

 

[fireinthedust]

The Will of the greater good is beyond the wisdom of even such as myself, mortal. And beyond yours as well. We are all on a path of destiny. That Xanfire should pray that a Solar be sent, and that I should be the one chosen, seems entirely reasonable to me. Ponder that a while, and may it bring you further upon your journey.

In the meantime, I shall give you healing and a warning. The gods meet to discuss war upon this new threat. Not since ancient days have we met evil such as this. It will take all of our might to defend ourselves, and while many Planetars have offered to lead their armies against the enemy, it will not be enough. All the powers of this world must be brought to bear against the foe. That is the challenge at this point.

Soon there will be a great battle between existence and these... devourers. yet, while we must be united, many who should fight together are divided by our internal struggles. While normally I would applaud you, mortal, for nearly slaying that Balor, it would seem that, for now, its strength would be better used against the ultimate foe. Thus is our challenge.

A meeting is being convened between all the great powers, but not all have agreed to come. Your band here, after you gain the treasure you came here to seek, must journey to the courts of the powerful ones and convince them to attend. Along the way, any of the most powerful artifacts you can acquire to use in the final fight, would also be appreciated.
Should we fail to unite ourselves sufficiently, we will be destroyed before we can fight back. Even if the meeting succeeds, we may still be undone.

Xanfire, Rook, Thorn and Hedron, will you agree to take up this task, for the powers of goodness and all of existence?

If you do, I suggest finding another member, to replace this fallen warrior, and Gerhardt as well. The road is a dangerous one.

OOC: with that, he will heal your wounds and remove any conditions upon you from poisons, etc. He'll also take Thad with him, for protection of the mighty mage.

 

[Scott DeWar]

"I accept this challenge. But what off Thadius?" He holds up the sleeping form of the mage.

ooc
RE: "What's the old version?"- the answer is in the ooc thread.

 

[Thaven]

"Lord Solar, I thank you for your aid, without doubt. However, I don't believe in coincidence. So I thank you for your leave; I will consider what you say, as you've suggested," his tone is not sarcastic, nor is his slight bow which is deferential, but not reverent.

"I defer my answer until I can comprehend the facts before us; for example, for what artifact are we here to seek? Against what enemy would a Balor and a Solar unite to defeat?"

[sblock=GM]
Cartaras: <Yes that is a good question, milord. I see no scenario in which that seems plausible. Perhaps that Solar is secretly a Rakshasa? Lady knows, you have dealt with their kind before.>

Endoril: <Pfft. Is your mind so weak that you couldn't pierce the illusions of a kitty cat, savage? Or does the great Cartaras only see what he chooses to see?>

Cartaras: <If I recall, oh wizened sage, you were there as well. And more than once you agreed with the fiend. So perhaps you should stay your tongu->

Endoril: <I don't have a tongue!>

Cartaras: <Oh very cleve->[/sblock]
"Quiet," Rook whispered angrily to himself, hushing both of his companions voices in his mind. While not generally paranoid, the Rakshasa plot did take its toll on the Empire. Rook leaned into Thorn, who's Gem of Seeing was still active from her dispatch of Malacarus. "Milady, gaze through your gem," he whispered softly. "Is that truly the form of a noble Solar?"

Taking nothing for granted Rook pauses and continues speaking with the Solar.

"I am cognizant that there are many, such as we, likely called to arms across all planes..." Rook trailed off. "Though I wonder what place mortals such as we have in the plans of gods?"

Golarion's mightiest heroes they may be; but only mortal.

Rook was displeased by the notion of being a pawn in an interplanar game of Chess.

 

[Shayuri]

Pivoting to stay near the party, Thorn shrugged and gave the Solar a peep through her gem.

"Looks legit to me. What did you expect, Xanfire to summon the wrong thing through a Gate?" She grins. "Unlikely."

She raised her voice and said to everyone, "I haven't always been on the right side of things, by any reckoning...and even now I'm probably the most...pragmatic of us. Point being that when I was an independent contractor, I worked for a lot of the folks the Eagles fight now. That's not to say they'll be friendly to see me again...but I might be able to get them talking instead of panicking and trying to kill us on sight."

"The real problem is Malacarus. He came asking for help against all this...then ambushed us at the first chance he got. My question is...how do we know others like him won't do the same thing? How can we tell who's already decided to cut a deal with these 'devourers' on their own, and is now helping them?"

 

[Scott DeWar]

hedron was in the process of changeing one ring for another when :

"Quiet," Rook whispered angrily to himself .. .. .. ..

He looks around to see who Rook was talking to.

 

[jackslate45]

OCC: Thanks for the go ahead Fitd. Also, I will roll a Fort save just in case, but I think I am good correct?

Xanfire listens to Michael's words while recovering from the battle. In them show a concern for the future. Prospects of war. And for the first time in a long while, Xanfire's heart is filled with fear.

However, he knew better. Fear is merely a test, an instinct. One conquers fear with unwavering courage. And while all hope may seem lost, Xanfire does not give up without a fight.

Xanfire speaks at last. His voice is a steady as he can, he says "Thank you for the update Michael. I thank you for all that you have and will continue to do. "

He then looks at the rest of the party. "The biggest thing about Malacarus betrayal that still bothers me is the willingness to help, before turning on the same people he asked to help. I want to believe that something was wrong, but until we know more nothing is certain.

One thing is true however. We do need all the help we can get. Angels and Demons alike. Despite what ever Angel, Devil, or human we are able to convince, do not doubt. Believe. Trust each other. If so, we will get even Angels and Demons to work together.

However, our first task is the book, and so Thorn I request that for now you stay with us. Michael, as a favor, can you go to Thorn's home and speak to the creature there? If it seems impossible to persuade, we will return and deal with it ourselves. Do not destroy it if possible, and I will personally finance Thorn a new home."

He turns one last time to Michael before continuing. "I have prepared a communal spell to keep in contact. I will send word once we acquire the book."

 

[fireinthedust]

Hedron sees no one other than the party and the solar... and the bodies of the dead swarm-creatures.

 

[Scott DeWar]

As the meeting seems to becoming to acloseHedron makes an introduction to the 'newcomer',

To Rook: "I am called Hedron Longarrow. You would be? .. .. .. ..'