Jake does not bare any of the features that Baron Ravenwood mentioned about Atticus Thorn. The young man is built sturdy as if he's been doing physical labor for most of his life. You have the sneaking suspicion that Constance's words about the wrong side of the flock of geese was most likely in reference to a real flock of geese and Jake most likely either upsetting them by being in their territory or something else like that. Either way it seems that he was going to tone down his teasing of his elders with that warning Jake hummed as he held Melanie "anyways Melanie, I came over to invite you to my family's table considering we are going to be wed soon." Melanie turned reserved at that "oh I would Jake but" She gave a slight glance at her aunt "Father said, I should stay with my aunt tonight." Jake frowned slightly "he hasn't agreed to our marriage has he." Melanie turned slightly sad "I'm afraid he's been quite busy and when I try to bring up the subject... something..." "else always comes up and he has no time to discuss it now" Jake finished "he's like that with my father as well." He growled "I wonder how he would respond to me just swooping in and taking you away so that we can be married." Melanie gasped "Jake..." Constance gave a pointed look at Jake "are you planning on galivanting off with my niece young man." Jake huffed "well it's not like we're getting any younger. My father has stated that if you want a Ravenwood to do something you got to take action and force them to do something." He gave a sour look "and I don't want Melenie becoming like you." Constance huffed "you can wait one night, It will not kill you." Jake rolled his eyes "Fine I'll hold off" He grumbled then looked at Melanie "but I won't wait forever Melanie, remember what Theo said. Melanie hummed "yes... before the end of the harvest season... I know, I will speak to Father after the ball." Constance hummed "what this about." Jake huffed "Melanie and I did one of Theo's readings, he told us that if the harvest season ends before we unite, we will forever be apart and I'm not going to let that happen." Constance frowned "that blind one is dappling in affairs he should not. He has no say in how your relationship develops." Jake huffed "he's the only reason Melanie and I got this far." Melanie turned reserved "Jake... please just wait for me okay." Jake exhaled "alright, I'll be over at my family table if you decide to come over." Jake walked away Melanie sighed Constance huffed "don't let that young man upset you dear, I don't know why he's in a rush to take you away..." "he young Constance," Priscilla answered "young, impatient, and if what I heard is right, His father plans to send him away after the harvest season for who knows how long" "what for." Constance asked "Business or so the rumor is." Priscilla stated "Lord Evans plans to send Jake up north to take over the family holdings there." Constance hummed "I see..." She looked at Melanie "Your father would not approve of that..." "I know..." Melanie moaned "but... I love Jake... I" "Love is subjective my dear," Constance cut in "don't let it blind you." Melanie sighed

Lol host vanished.

is still here? personally, I don't see the point of continuing if they're not

I'll try to get something up in the next 24 hours, sorry week been kind of busy and my games are backed up.

Garth| AC 13 | Ini: 0 | PP: 12 | Hit Points: 36/36 | Size: Medium | Speed: 30 ft | As soon they move far enough from the guard Garth stops again with by now familiar lean on his Glaive "Ok, Xanathar Guild too eh? I'll kiss Volo for forgetting that...if we survive" he sight and observes not too far tavern now "Last minute for any plan, any of you have any idea how to approach this?" Tools of the Trade Equipment: Glaive: 1d20+5, 1d10+3, Greatsword: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Hand Axe x2: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Longbow (20 Arrows): 1d20+3, 1d8 Actions/OOC Free: Bonus: Reaction: Swift: Move: Standard: Immediate: Maneuvers (5d8)-(4d8 left) Brace Grappling Strike Quick Toss Sweeping Attack Trip Attack OOC:

Idan HP: 17/17 AC: 15 | P.Perception: 13 Saves +0 STR | +2 CON +2 DEX | +2 INT +5 WIS | +1 CHA Idan nods and follows Vadania's lead.

"So, to the Skewered Dragon then?", Vadania asks, "it doesn't seem like we'll be getting more information on the whereabouts of our friend here." Vadania starts to walk in the direction the guard pointed them to.

Molly Gan-Ceann (Dullahan 3) | Uncanny SteedUncanny Steed Large or medium undead, beast, or fey, your dullahan's alignment Large, Fey, NG Armor Class 13+PB AC: 15 Hit Points 5 + your Wisdom modifier + 5 times your dullahan level HP: 21 Speed 60 ft. STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA 18 (+4) 14 (+2) 13 (+1) 6 (-2) 12 (+1) 7 (-2) Damage Immunities poison Condition Immunities: charmed, exhaustion, poisoned Senses: darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 10 + (PB+your Wisdom modifier) Passive Perception: 13 Languages: understands the languages you speak Common, Sylvan, Elvish Challenge: — Proficiency Bonus(PB): equals your bonus PB: +2 Rider's Bond: You can add your proficiency bonus to any ability check or saving throw that the steed makes. Charge: If the steed moves at least 20 feet straight toward a target and then hits it with a trample attack on the same turn, the target takes an extra ld6 force damage. If the target is a creature, it must succeed on a Strength saving throw against your spell save DC or be knocked prone. Actions Trample. Melee Weapon Attack: your spell attack modifier to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1d8+4+PB force damage. +4/1d8+6 force damage AC:16 | HP: 28 /28 | Initiative: +3 | Passive Perception: 13 | Features Molly glances over at Rachael with both eyebrows raised up as Melenie huged Jake with out any hesitation to her actions. It was clear that they have known eachother of some time now in order to be so bold and public with their affections towards eachother. Molly could be wrong, but she also suspected that Constance didn't like him. Jack also seemed rather brash, which Molly could see why Melenie was attracted to him. He wasn't the stuffy and boring proper type. He was exciting and probably easly drew her in. Could he be involved in this curse and Atticus Thorn? A possible descendant of Atticus Thorn or one of his followers? Baron Ravenwood had said that Atticus Thorn had a long face, large nose and high cheekbones. He also said that he wore large red ruby gems on his chest, forhead and hands. HIs followers also wore a gem on their dominate hand. Molly looked at Jake, seeing if any of his features and what he is wearing matched any of the descriptions Baron Ravenwood had given. Mechanics Main Hand: Off Hand: Action: Your action goes here. Bonus Action: Your bonus action goes here. Move: Your movement goes here. Manipulate: Your one free object interaction goes here.

Garth| AC 13 | Ini: 0 | PP: 12 | Hit Points: 36/36 | Size: Medium | Speed: 30 ft | Garth looks up in just half-feigned despair, getting in against Zenth interests was already bad, but the possibility of getting more info on the treasure and getting other keys kinda made it worth the risk. Vanishing toward the East and with his cut change name, pay a mage to work on permanently changing his face and easily recognizable hair. In the end, hire one of the Eastern Assassin Guilds as a bodyguard, The Black Network is powerful but the world is full of scary organizations, even compared to Zenths. But now with Xanathar Guild involved too, things were getting out of control. Then he remembered the resemblance between corpses and guys in the Yawning Portal. Orc female had more to offer than he thought. Out loud he lamented "I'm almost tempted to allow them to knife me if I think about how much gold they will ask to release this fool. I'll likely have to find a job here somewhere to recoup enough just to return to Phlan. And I'm gonna kick him in front of me each step of the way. Wanna see the big cities? Buy a postcard." He looks at two guards with the face of a man about to walk to the gallows and fiddles with his pouch, finally finding 4 gold coins and pushing a pair into each guard's hand "I'm not superstitious man, but without you two I'd stick my head into hornet's nest without knowing, tonight after shift drink next time you see me I work as the bouncer somewhere, and not next body on the pile. I already know I can kiss the rest of the gold goodbye, knowing at least 4 pieces will warm up two decent souls instead of greasing up some asses pockets will give me some satisfaction. You be careful too. I wouldn't want to be caught in the middle of Xanathar and Zantharim. Duty is all good, but duty with HQ's backup is better. Stay safe. All good people can try to do." Tools of the Trade Equipment: Glaive: 1d20+5, 1d10+3, Greatsword: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Hand Axe x2: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Longbow (20 Arrows): 1d20+3, 1d8 Actions/OOC Free: Bonus: Reaction: Swift: Move: Standard: Immediate: Maneuvers (5d8)-(4d8 left) Brace Grappling Strike Quick Toss Sweeping Attack Trip Attack OOC:

As Garth talks with the guard about his friend and the uprise in crime lately being connected to a festival or something. The rest of the group glance around to see if they can tell anything about the scene or overhear any of the questioning of the subjects and for the most part they cannot tell anything outside of the obvious however Idan as he looks seems to get a strange dream like vision and he senses that the ones in black clothes are part of the Zhentarim as they have a snake like Z symbol hovering over them, the bloody corpses are part of the Xanathar Guild and they have an eyeball symbol over them. He also gains the knowledge that the two symbols representing each group will be critical to remember. ~~~ When Garth asked for details about the bad people, the woman turned a little shy as she looked at her patrol partner with an expression of concern The male guard exhaled slightly "The Skewered Dragon, a rumored hot spot for Zhentarim activity. Most of the time the Zhentarim or the Black Network keep their troublemaking to dealings in the shadows and such and never out in the open. However there was a rumor passed to the city watch two weeks ago about a big underground meeting between the Zhentarim and the Xanathar Guild, Waterdeep's own crime syndicate. Two criminal elements that if they work together on something means big trouble so we tried to get more information however before any more information could be had, all out street fights and attacks started popping up left and right, in broad daylight. Fights between Agents of Zhentarim and members of the Xanathar Guild. Why these fights are breaking out we aren't sure and no one left alive appears to be talking to anyone especially to those of the City Watch." He hummed "like my partner said, be careful, I think you'll be okay considering the weapon you are carrying but if you do cross blades with someone try not to make a scene about it huh..," He pointed his thumb at the three that were being arrested "we don't need more trouble tonight okay?"

Critical check acknowledged. I'll update in 24 hours

Well, unless Garth managed to ping some question of interest. We'll have to trust in Idan's 23 Perception since we'll likely have to move soon to not look suspicious, or at least as weirdos morbidly fascinated with crime scenes. 😅

Only slightly better…

I'll also take a stab at it.

Dont know if it's considered ok, but I added a second Perception to my post later for the check mentioned to the roll I had posted earlier.

Well not the best time for sucky rolls, if one of those who don't want to talk and has decent Perception would glance at prisoners for Z anywhere it would be awesome.

Listening to Garth talk about how violence and crime is part of life in the city Vadania considers himself lucky again that he was able to keep his dealings with other people to minimum. But there is no point in dwelling on this type of thing, he forces himself to focus on the job at hand so that he can leave this place as soon as he can. What they need now is as much information as they can get. Vadania tries to eavesdrop on the guards interrogating the suspects to maybe find out more about what happened and also look for Z on detainees anywhere. Perception (eavesdropping on interrogation) Perception (looking for Z on detainies anywhere):1d20+2

Garth| AC 13 | Ini: 0 | PP: 12 | Hit Points: 36/36 | Size: Medium | Speed: 30 ft | Garth stores details of the scene and garbs of detainees for later when they are out of earshot. He places his Glaive on the ground in front of himself and bangs his head against it a few times while chiding himself "I should've known it, he wasn't just calling for a friendly visit, dunce likely got in gambling debt to someone there and wants me to bail him out. Even more so if the bar is run by the bad crowd. I should've stayed in Phlan, for now, there are just some Goblin issues there." "Sure there is usual mischief and banditry but nothing like..." he looks like forcing himself to look at the carnage again "...this. When you say bad people, just rough crowd or this kinda of bad crowd?" He furtively glances at his companions as undecided "If second, we might consider returning during the daytime, we'll have to talk about it." Then, as if remembering something unimportant they mentioned "You said there is an uptick in this stuff lately? Is there any festival or something that would attract tourists? Maybe it is just that? Local ruffians pluck fresh pigeons, and then inevitably get to fighting for the best places to catch them?" He glances toward both bodies and detainees "These certainly look the sort. If some local festivities are to blame, once tourists are gone and there is no need for fighting things could go back to normal. I certainly wouldn't want to have your job if that is not the case. Dealing with this every night." Garth again shakes his head but this time every time his head gets level with prisoners he's looking for a stylized Z somewhere on their person. Clothes, tattoos, jewelry, anything. Tools of the Trade Equipment: Glaive: 1d20+5, 1d10+3, Greatsword: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Hand Axe x2: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Longbow (20 Arrows): 1d20+3, 1d8 Actions/OOC Free: Bonus: Reaction: Swift: Move: Standard: Immediate: Maneuvers (5d8)-(4d8 left) Brace Grappling Strike Quick Toss Sweeping Attack Trip Attack OOC:

Upon looking at the scene you notice that several of the dead men are bald kinda like the ones who started the brawl back in the Yawning Portal. However you don't see anyone who looks fancy enough to be your target, these men look just like common thugs however you do note that the live ones seem to have a black theme to their clothes, The male guard rolled his eyes at Garth's statement about the siege of waterdeep not as an insult against Garth making the comment but on the whole situation. "You know I kinda wish it was a reenactment but no such luck, it just another street fight just like the rest that have been breaking out for the last week or so." The woman guard sighed "you really picked a bad time to visit Waterdeep, we've been getting numerous summons for these types of scenes. No one is safe even during the day." When the Skewered Dragon was bought up both guards looked at Garth with surprise as if they weren't expecting the name drop however the male recovered quickly "Skewered Dragon... your friend has a poor choice for a meeting place especially right now..." He commented "but no you don't need to go this way," He pointed down the street almost toward the purple smoke shop in the distance, "It's up an alleyway down about 4 streets from here, just past Xoblob's shop, that purple place over there, You know you found it when you see a massive ship anchor in the roof, between Net Street and Fillet Lane if I remember correctly," "You need to be careful." The woman guard chimed in "that place is ran by some bad people,"

Rachael Yunmo Half Human/half Damphir, Archaeologist, Shadow Summoner Lvl: 3 AC: 13 (15/17) (Leather Armor. with Shield 15, With Shield of faith 17) | HP: 30/30 (3d8+(3)1) | Speed: 30 ft. Senses: Dark vision 60 Ft. passive Perception 18, Insight 13, Investigation 19 STR:-1 Saving Throw -1 Athletics 9 (-1) | DEX:+2 Saving Throw +2 Acrobatics +2 Sleight of Hand +4 Stealth 14 (+2) | CON:+1 Saving Throw 12 (+1) | INT:+6 Saving Throw +4 Arcana +6 History +4 Investigation +4 Nature +4 Religion 18 (+4) | WIS:+1 Saving Throw +1 Animal Handling +1 Insight +1 Medicine +3 Perception +3 Survival 12 (+1) | CHA:+3 Saving Throw +2 Deception +0 Intimidation +0 Performance +0 Persuasion 10 (0) Languages: You can speak, read, and write Common, Celestial, and Elven Class Test: Character Sheet: “My words,” Rachael says. | ‘My thoughts,’ Rachael thinks. | My actions . . . Rachael given how surprised in the quick hug straight to Jake meaning they have some level of relationship going on and starts to think that Jake could be suspect number one being this particularly close. So strange at the joke that has somewhat offended the group of others ladies. Even Melanie's Aunt had something that was a huh and the incident. Taking another look around to see if the event would change soon and be more aware of her surroundings and let them have their talk was the best thing to do at the moment. Best to not make to many waves this early. OOC Movement: — Action: — Perception check Bonus Action: — Reaction: —

Living in the wild carnage is something Vadania sees everyday when a predator succeeds in hunting down its victim. The difference is that predators only kill for their own survival and to feed not out of emotion. One of the main reasons Vadania is disgusted by this so-called civilization and would rather avoid being involved. Vadania gets as close to crime scene as the guards allow him and inspects the victims as well as the arrested suspects if they show any resemblence to the description Volo gave them of Floon Blagmaar. Maybe the suspects stole some item that Vadania can see that could be taken from a wizard or someone dresses like a royal? Perception (Looking for any signs their target was somehow involved)

Garth| AC 13 | Ini: 0 | PP: 12 | Hit Points: 36/36 | Size: Medium | Speed: 30 ft | White-haired youth made a half disgusted, half amazed face at the sight of carnage and made a step back from it, like in shock. Although his companions by now saw him change his expressions as someone changing socks. While he was not born, a silver-tongued liar it was obvious his life was not sugar and spice, and he learned to at least present the expected facade to others. Like the guard stopping strangers running up at the scene of carnage. "No worries my good man, I have no wish to have any of that on my boots." He throws another glance toward corpses and detained men "But, Tyr's balls, what those drunken fools were trying to do replay the Siege of Waterdeep?" He shakes his head in disbelief, Then he looks at the guard "Just, so we're out of your hair ASAP, don't tell me this blocks our way to the Skewered Dragon?" He is careful to omit any lies, better more harmless truth than being caught in a small lie "I arrived from Phlan today and a friend told me to look for the Skewered Dragon, but the senile fool forgot to tell me where is it, so we're looking around like blind chickens..." He looks toward corpses meaningfully "...that now strikes me as not the smartest idea during the night." Tools of the Trade Equipment: Glaive: 1d20+5, 1d10+3, Greatsword: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Hand Axe x2: 1d20+5, 2d6+3 Longbow (20 Arrows): 1d20+3, 1d8 Actions/OOC Free: Bonus: Reaction: Swift: Move: Standard: Immediate: Maneuvers (5d8)-(4d8 left) Brace Grappling Strike Quick Toss Sweeping Attack Trip Attack OOC:

Melenie sighed at Rachael response, "I suppose," She gave a sad look at her Aunt, "but it's still not nice." She moaned "Niceness is a luxury only a few can afford my dear child" Constance stated "You will soon learn that." "I think she can afford it." A chirpy male voice spoke up "after all it's part of the reason why I like her." A well dressed young man with a bright smile on his face was approaching. Melenie gasped as she rose from the table "Jake!" She went over to him and both embraced "You made it." "Told ya I would." Jake stated "Theo even said if I didn't I would regret it." Melenie hummed "have you seen Theo recently." Jake hummed "I saw him poking around outside using his staff, I asked him what he was doing and he said he's securing the boundary per Lord Ravenwood's request. Melenie hummed "at least he's here. I hope he'll come in and greet me eventually. I did invite him after all" Jake hummed "oh I'm sure he'll come in soon." He looked at Rachael and Molly "huh?" He blinked "hey uh Melenie, who's with you at your table." He pointed at the two Melenie made a noise "oh they are recent Acquaintances of my father, Rachael and Molly. I invited them to sit with me" Jake made an interested noise "I thought they looked a little young for the old prattlers table." Melenie gasped "Jake!" Constance made a huff "young Jake, you will learn to respect your elders and their words one of these days." Jake chuckled "oh come on Aunty, I'm just teasing y'all." Constance huffed "don't ruffle our feathers boy, or you might find yourself on the wrong side of a flock of geese again." Jake made a noise "yeah I don't want a repeat of that incident."

The group would approach the roped off area as they get close they see lying on the cobblestones are a half-dozen corpses, seemingly the victims of some terrible skirmish. Watch officers have disarmed and arrested three blood-drenched humans and are in the midst of questioning witnesses. The two watch guards closest to you, one man and one woman in scale mail armor, notice your approach and the man lightly puts up a hand in a light stopping pose "Sorry Folks can't pass this way, best you just keep on walking, it's going to be a while before this mess is cleaned up."

I'll see about updating in a few hours. Work tonight should give me time to do stuff