'The Perilous (Chapter I, II, III, IV)

[drdevoid]

"That's definitely the right track. We keep the cover as simple and close to the truth to be believable. Hiding our wealth will be more trouble than it's worth and I don't think I could pass us off as a congregation or a group of pilgrims or acolytes.

Are there other ideas for a cover story? Master Phelen seems to be an idea man."

"And where'd the fish fingers go to? Argh, those were my favorite."

 

[Lobo Lurker]

Thane devours the beer-battered food with gusto while simultanousely swallowing a tankard of ale. "Ahh, this is soo good. Much better then what they serve back home."

It appears that he is not following the conversation, but then he says. "That is an excellent idea Belok. I agree with the both of you and as soon as I finish here, I'll wander around and see what I can learn about the Prismatic Spray and what's-his-name... Shabu? Yeah that's it."

OOC: Gather Information [Prismatic Spray] & [Wizard Shabu] (1d20+5=21, 1d20+5=21)

Pausing to take a breather from his furious consumption, "Oh... you have got to try these onions, they're to die for... Hmm, seeing as how we're leaving on the morrow... is everyone prepared for a short journey? I myself have a horse... and with the funds we've procured so far, we might as well purchase riding animals for the rest of you if you don't have one."

He thinks a bit more and says, "Perhaps we should invest in some healing potions and maybe a few utility items to help out our spell-weilders? What do you all think about that?"

 

[Elocin]

Pausing to take a breather from his furious consumption, "Oh... you have got to try these onions, they're to die for... Hmm, seeing as how we're leaving on the morrow... is everyone prepared for a short journey? I myself have a horse... and with the funds we've procured so far, we might as well purchase riding animals for the rest of you if you don't have one."

He thinks a bit more and says, "Perhaps we should invest in some healing potions and maybe a few utility items to help out our spell-weilders? What do you all think about that?"

"All great ideas, I suggest if anyone does not have a ride yet we go and purchase some Axebeaks and they seem to be able to carry the most and can travel long distances in a short amount of time. I also suggest that we try and find some Cure Light Wounds wands as they are great for when we need some healing. We can do that shopping tomorrow and then we can either spend an addiotnal day in town or head out right a way."

(OOC: When we have some time we need to get a local cleric to make us a Cure Light Wounds Wand with unlimited charges, they only cost a total of 4000 GP to make, without figuring in any additional charges form the DM. Peter, do you want us to go talk to NPC to purchase the few items we need or can we just give you alist and then the day passes and we are able to purchase the stuff. I am more than willing to do it either way.)

 

[Lobo Lurker]

A thouroughly stuffed Thane

"A wand would be a good idea... but potions are useful to. After all, if Delwar should be hard-pressed to get to our sides, a potion could save our lives." Thane leans back from the table. "I will, of course, abide by the group's decision but I feel that we should plan for any contingency."

 

[Gideon]

Phelen

"Cloaks actually work the best cause if someone saw us go into the weaver's guild we could have been commisioning them. I don't know how to ride an axebeak and they probably aren't my sized. Also, we should have a story where we got the money, bandits maybe?" Phelen doesn't eat very much nor does he drink a beer. He does beam at the compliment though.

 

[Scotley]

Belok Half-Giant Rogue/Psychic Warrior

"Cloaks actually work the best cause if someone saw us go into the weaver's guild we could have been commisioning them. I don't know how to ride an axebeak and they probably aren't my sized. Also, we should have a story where we got the money, bandits maybe?" He does beam at the compliment though.

Belok turns to Phelen before sampling an onion, "I had figured the cloak/weavers angle. You are welcome to ride on Matilda with me. She's plenty big for the both of us. In fact she'll hardly notice you're aboard." Belok has enough ale to wash down the greasy food, but doesn't over indulge. Of course a half-giant sized portion is generous.

Phelen doesn't eat very much nor does he drink a beer.

OOC: Halflings have come a long way from their Hobbit origins.

 

[Scotley]

Belok Half-Giant Rogue/Psychic Warrior

"A wand would be a good idea... but potions are useful to. After all, if Delwar should be hard-pressed to get to our sides, a potion could save our lives."

"I agree that we should invest a bit in overhead, but let's not be in a hurry to spend more than we are sure of earning. I don't have a great knowledge of such things, but I should think we'll all be dead twice over before we exceed the capasity of standard wand and a potion each. Maybe a few alchemical items would be nice." Glancing at Liliana and Delmar, "Can either of you cast continual flame or should we look into getting a reliable light source as well?"
Then scanning the table, "Are there any shrimp?"

 

[Elocin]

"Continual Flame is not a problem and I see your point about the wands, so maybe one wand and then get some potions, my suggestion would be one each, as we do have the power of Delmar on our side. Axebeaks are not all that much different than riding Horses (ooc: Peter, does it take any additional skill in riding an Axebeak or are they just like riding horses, unbless combat is involved?)so you should be able to ride on with ease. Now I would suggest dismounting if combat takes place as that definitely takes some riding skills. Is there anything we are forgetting, besides the normal adventuring gear of food, drink and what not.?"

 

[drdevoid]

Aye, potions are a necessity. By my calculations, you'll need at least a moderate wounds potion each to get you out of a pinch. I carry a spare scroll of it myself and I'll probably grab another.

Anyway, a few other scrolls that remove nasty effects could be just as beneficial and cost effective as a healing wand unless someone else can use it. Just as a few utility scrolls might maximize the others abilities and get us out of a collective jam. It's all a matter of how much we intend to keep our inital funds and how it's divided.

Are you all agreed to a joint fund then? 5,000 is a lot of money to me but I wouldn't think it to be much split between us and we'll have to set aside a good amount for infomation besides.

Hmmm, I think I remember what all that stuff used to cost back at the monastery (Knowledge (Religion) check +18 for market value of healing potions and wands) but I can't say it will be easy to find the stuff. Perhaps that Bazaar I've heard about would have it?



(OOC: The unlimited CLW wand is a nifty idea, but I think it's too much for us this early. It's mop-up potential is awesome though, where did you find it?

We should probably decide how we're going to hold the funds and divy up loot in the OOC thread)

 

[Scotley]

Belok Half-Giant Rogue/Psychic Warrior

Pausing to wipe his mouth and have a another sip of ale, "Delmar has the right of it about the scrolls." Turning to the WarMage, "My dear you've noted that you are quite good at blowing things up, but could it be worthwhile to add a few more utilitarian spells in the form of scrolls to your collection. I'm thinking that we might need a Knock and perhaps Detect and Dispell Magic for your or Delmar if we are to enter a wizard's lair uninvited? By the way, I like your suggestion of staying at the Prismatic Spray if it is in fact a nearby inn, or at least visiting if not."