Joru Journeys
Jebadiah, my name is Joru. I thank you most profusely for the kindness you have shown. I hope that I can in some way repay you.
How safe is the road that we are traveling? Are we in danger from bandits?
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Can Joru identify the figure trailing behind them? Maybe he can spot more details than just gray fur. Joru's spot check: (1d20-1=18)
If Joru can only see features of the trailing figure, not identifying it outright, I believe his Knowledge(nature) check is good enough to identify it: Knowledge(nature): 26 (19+7)
It seems likely Joru has a associated with Druids before, nevertheless I rolled a Bardic Knowledge roll to discover whether Joru knows about Druid animal companions. I rolled a little poorly but achieved a 10 (6+4). If the animal companion class ability is knowledge "known by at least a substantial minority of the local population," (local population for Joru might be considered the inhabitants of his forest home, including both Elves and Fey) then Joru knows about animal companions.
The interesting part is that I do not believe that Quarion has ever presented himself as Druid within Joru's presence. Unfortunately Joru, though charismatic and intelligent, is a bit absent minded. If he must rely on a Sense motive check to pick up a clue that Quarion is a Druid, he fails completely: Sense Motive: 3 (4-1)
Rae, I leave all of these checks in your hands. (1) Whether Joru spots more details of the animal, (2) whether he identifies it, and (3) whether he, as a Forest Gnome, knows what an animal companion is. And last of all (4) whether Joru suspects Quarion is a Druid, or Quarion has introduced himself to Joru as a Druid.
If he suspects that Quarion is a druid, and the figure following them is his animal companion, Joru will take the following action:
Upon identifing the
<<insert name here>> following them. Joru suspects that his traveling group may be one larger than it first appears. When given the opportunity to discretely whisper to Quarion, Joru whispers in Elven:
What is your friend's name? I would like to meet him somtime.
If he does not suspect that Quarion is a druid or does not suspect that the figure following them is Quarion's animal companion, and Joru identifies the creature as an animal that can be dangerous, Joru will take the following action:
Joru notices that the gray figure that had been following the party is a
<<insert name here>>. Though it does not seem prepared to offer violence, he thinks that his companions will need to take care not to put themselves in danger. Thinking these thoughts, Joru interupts his constant singing and telling of stories to say to everyone in Common,
"While we are between settlements I believe that we should be careful to stay with the wagon and not stray off alone." Joru then addresses Jebadiah,
"Are you aware of any dangers along these roads?"
Rae, depending on how you interpret these rolls, and the idea you have for presenting Quarion, please present one of Joru's actions if you find one to be appropriate.
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During the hours it takes to travel to the inn, Joru will sing for Jebediah and his traveling companions. With a perform check of
25(18+7), Joru achieves a stunning performance.
Good enough to improve the attitude of anyone not already helpful.
Joru also shares what he knows about Fallon and it's history with his fellow adventurers.
OOC: Feel free to read the knowledge blocks in the RDI thread.
Once at the Inn, Joru jumps out of the wagon and jogs around in small circle while singing.
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Learn this simple lesson lad
there will be discomforts on the march.
But marching is not nigh the most trubl'some part.
If not ready to match the foe
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Having stretched out his legs, he hurrys towards the Inn to find someone in charge. If found, Joru will address them in this manner:
Today a stranger has shown me kindness. I feel inspired by the journey, by the high flying clouds who share their bounty with us, and by my exotic and well traveled friends. I fear that I could not bear to contain my excitement, will you give me your leave to share some of my songs and my feelings with your common room?
If given the chance, Joru performs, but having endured the constant drizzle of a day's travel in an uncomfortable wagon, Joru gives but an anverage performance.
Perform check: 12(5+7=12) Joru won't hustle anyone, but perhaps he will be offered invitations to refreshment from some of the other patrons, or even the odd coin.
At such time that Joru sees Jebadiah within the Inn, Joru will engage in the following conversation:
Jebadiah, I thank you again for the generous use of your wagon. Allow me treat you to dinner.
Assuming nothing else of importance arises Joru will spend his evening performing and mingling with Jebadiah, the other patrons, and his traveling companions.
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To all:
I hope this post is not disruptive. In this specific case, I am trying to follow wmaster's flow of time for the journey. I hope that our characters's journey can be effectively played out in this manner. I am still fairly new to PbP, so I would very much welcome any comments and advice which can help me craft posts conducive to a fun game.
wmasters:
Thank you for the excellent responses to Joru's knowledge checks back in the Red Dragon Inn. You really went beyond the call of duty. (I just wish I had rolled better concerning knowledge of banditry around Fallon.
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