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spacer.png | HP 32/33 AC 1 (0 vs. Evil) DR 2 | Saves 15 (vs. all +2) | Speed 30' | React/Loyal +2 | Abilities | Combat
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"I apologize Dathan, I have not been the most...attentive recently. You have already helped us on our journey to right wrongs and for that I welcome you."

Stepping back into the room was an effort of will for the paladin. She stared up at the statue but then saw smears of blood where once there were bodies.

"Look there, someone or something has dragged away our companions... Maybe there is yet hope for their rescue!" Luci said with the first hope

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spacer.pngZalven Tainos - Illusionist of the Second Order, Adherent of the Gleaming Eye

HP: 10/10 | AC: 8 | SV: 16 | Class Abilities | Gear | Sorcery | Character Sheet


Zalven observes the scene, taking in the details.

"Let us consider the facts. The statue is clearly a guardian. It did not begin moving until... until Iodás opened the far door. That may be a trigger... And consider the statue's outstretched hand. It had relatively fresh blood upon it when we arrived, no older than a few days. If indeed the statue calls for a blood offering, then... Forgive my brashness, Luciana, and prepare for the worst."

He approaches the statue's hand as he draws out his silver dagger. He pricks his hand with the blade, and drops dots of his blood upon the automaton's open palm.

Attributes & Stats

Attributes & Stats

Strength (ST)
10

  • Att. Mod (Melee): +0
  • Dmg Adj: +0
  • Test of ST: 2:6
  • Ex Feat of ST: 4%

Dexterity (DX)
16

  • Att. Mod (missile): +1
  • Defence Adj: +1
  • Test of DX: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of DX: 24%

Constitution (CN)
13

  • HP Adj: +1
  • Poison/Rad. Adj: 0
  • Trauma Survival: 80%
  • Test of CN: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of CN: 8%

Intelligence (IN)
17

  • Languages: +2
  • Bonus Spells: Lv. 3
  • Learn New Spell: 85%

Wisdom (WS)
12

  • Willpower Adj: 0
  • Bonus Spells: N/A
  • Learn New Spell: N/A

Charisma (CH)
12

  • Reaction/Loyalty Adj: 0
  • Max. Henchmen: 4
  • Undead Turning Adj: 0

 

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spacer.pngZalven Tainos - Illusionist of the Second Order, Adherent of the Gleaming Eye

HP: 10/10 | AC: 8 | SV: 16 | Class Abilities | Gear | Sorcery | Character Sheet


Zalven holds his breath for a beat waiting to see if anything happens... then exhales.

"To be perfectly honest... I have no idea what I expected to happen. Nor do I know how to test if that had any effect at all... besides trying the door again. And, again please forgive my words, but... I do not particularly wish to be slain for conjecturing incorrectly."

Attributes & Stats

Attributes & Stats

Strength (ST)
10

  • Att. Mod (Melee): +0
  • Dmg Adj: +0
  • Test of ST: 2:6
  • Ex Feat of ST: 4%

Dexterity (DX)
16

  • Att. Mod (missile): +1
  • Defence Adj: +1
  • Test of DX: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of DX: 24%

Constitution (CN)
13

  • HP Adj: +1
  • Poison/Rad. Adj: 0
  • Trauma Survival: 80%
  • Test of CN: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of CN: 8%

Intelligence (IN)
17

  • Languages: +2
  • Bonus Spells: Lv. 3
  • Learn New Spell: 85%

Wisdom (WS)
12

  • Willpower Adj: 0
  • Bonus Spells: N/A
  • Learn New Spell: N/A

Charisma (CH)
12

  • Reaction/Loyalty Adj: 0
  • Max. Henchmen: 4
  • Undead Turning Adj: 0

 

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spacer.png | HP 32/33 AC 1 (0 vs. Evil) DR 2 | Saves 15 (vs. all +2) | Speed 30' | React/Loyal +2 | Abilities | Combat
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"I admit I expected at least something to happen..." Luciana said after the blood offering was made. "Perhaps it is for the better that we do not cross this threshold," she added, ready to leave.

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spacer.pngZalven Tainos - Illusionist of the Second Order, Adherent of the Gleaming Eye

HP: 10/10 | AC: 8 | SV: 16 | Class Abilities | Gear | Sorcery | Character Sheet


Zalven nods at Zenobios's question.

"Not innately, but thanks to our last venture, I've learned a method to do so through mystical means."

He stands before the inscription and casts a spell, allowing him the ability to decipher languages.

Attributes & Stats

Attributes & Stats

Strength (ST)
10

  • Att. Mod (Melee): +0
  • Dmg Adj: +0
  • Test of ST: 2:6
  • Ex Feat of ST: 4%

Dexterity (DX)
16

  • Att. Mod (missile): +1
  • Defence Adj: +1
  • Test of DX: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of DX: 24%

Constitution (CN)
13

  • HP Adj: +1
  • Poison/Rad. Adj: 0
  • Trauma Survival: 80%
  • Test of CN: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of CN: 8%

Intelligence (IN)
17

  • Languages: +2
  • Bonus Spells: Lv. 3
  • Learn New Spell: 85%

Wisdom (WS)
12

  • Willpower Adj: 0
  • Bonus Spells: N/A
  • Learn New Spell: N/A

Charisma (CH)
12

  • Reaction/Loyalty Adj: 0
  • Max. Henchmen: 4
  • Undead Turning Adj: 0

 

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Zalven waves his hands and chants thaumaturgical words. When he is finished his eyes widen as he realizes he can read all languages ever imagined. As his eyes focus on the esoteric symbols on the plinth, they clearly read.

"I GUARD THE TEMPLE OF THAUMAGORGA, THE INIMITABLE MASTER OF BELLICOSITY, DÆMON LORD OF HYPERBOREA. NAUGHT BUT SANGUINE RICHES SHALL SERVE AS A PASSKEY."

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spacer.pngZalven Tainos - Illusionist of the Second Order, Adherent of the Gleaming Eye

HP: 10/10 | AC: 8 | SV: 16 | Class Abilities | Gear | Sorcery | Character Sheet


Zalven translates the inscription for his companions, then chuckles out loud.

"Well, then! It seems I should have had this spell prepared and cast in the first place. As it turns out, my action just now may well have been the key. I'm not sure how to test its veracity other than to, well... open the door. Do we follow through? If so, I suggest we each drop a bit of blood in the hand to ensure we are each allowed to pass."
 

Attributes & Stats

Attributes & Stats

Strength (ST)
10

  • Att. Mod (Melee): +0
  • Dmg Adj: +0
  • Test of ST: 2:6
  • Ex Feat of ST: 4%

Dexterity (DX)
16

  • Att. Mod (missile): +1
  • Defence Adj: +1
  • Test of DX: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of DX: 24%

Constitution (CN)
13

  • HP Adj: +1
  • Poison/Rad. Adj: 0
  • Trauma Survival: 80%
  • Test of CN: 3:6
  • Ex Feat of CN: 8%

Intelligence (IN)
17

  • Languages: +2
  • Bonus Spells: Lv. 3
  • Learn New Spell: 85%

Wisdom (WS)
12

  • Willpower Adj: 0
  • Bonus Spells: N/A
  • Learn New Spell: N/A

Charisma (CH)
12

  • Reaction/Loyalty Adj: 0
  • Max. Henchmen: 4
  • Undead Turning Adj: 0

 

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image.png.32c3c9d08d97841008dc5dd718ec94f1.png Zenobios replies “Well, better some blood than all of it.

 

He made a small slice over his ear, and wiped his blood on the statue. Scalp wounds bled a lot, and he needed his hands for fighting.

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spacer.png | HP 32/33 AC 1 (0 vs. Evil) DR 2 | Saves 15 (vs. all +2) | Speed 30' | React/Loyal +2 | Abilities | Combat
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"I too will follow suit, then," the paladin said as she sliced a cut open and bled into the hand. She then would be the first to tear the theory.

"If this doesn't work... It's been nice knowing you."

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