game First Time Out

[Draidden]

 

Ehrick Archer Human Ranger 2/Fighter 1 

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AC: 15, HP: 23/24, Initiative7: +3, Passive Perception: 14undefined

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Ehrick shakes his head.

While it is true you are older and probably have been using a sword longer than he has, don't make that elven mistake of underestimating us shorter lived humans. We have a knack for learning things a lot faster than you longer lived races. It has always baffled me how an elf that has lived 300 years can turn out to be either no better or worse than at task than a human who is only 30 years old. I guess it has to do with how elves take everything a lot slower than humans to. Not worrying about taking their time as they have so much more of it.

Well, the point is don't take him for granted. You did that with the first guy you challenged earlier and he ended up winning that duel.

 

 

[Shocker]

Kaspar of Ederthal Half Elf Bard 3

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AC: 14, HP 17/22, Initiative: +3(+1), Bardic Inspiration used 2/3

Skills

bold: proficient, * Jack of all trades modifier applied

Athletics: 2

Acrobatics*: +4, Stealth*: +4, Sleight of Hand: +5

Arcana*: +2, Nature: +2, History: +3, Religin*: +2, Investigation*: +2

Animal Handling*: 0, Medicine*: 0, Insight: +1, Survival*: 0

Deception: +5, Intimidation*: +4, Performance14undefined +7, Persuasion10: +5

 

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"Thank you Ehrick, your concern for my well being is deeply appreciated." Kaspar looks around and finds a tree providing some shade. He settles against it pushes his hat into his face and begins waiting for the arrival of his opponent. Thinking to himself "He isn't wrong, that fight on the market was sloppy. But the rush of a fight to the death has an entirely different motivating power."

 

 

 

[The Foiler]

Brother Leslus Bruti

Brother Leslus Bruti, overhearing the commotion among Lightbringer and the newcomers, plods over to the assemblage and announces his presence with a scratchy clearing of the throat. Standing a bit under six feet with a thick beard and weather-beaten skin beneath his apparel, it is immediately obvious from the embroidery on his robes that he is an agent of the Church; the unusual styling would mark him as a member of the Eastern Orthodox order, as would the somewhat exotic blade he carried at his side. His armor was simple but sturdy and lacked the gleaming mirror-like appearance of Lightbringer's plate; aside from the trappings of his faith he looked very much like an infantryman or, perhaps more accurately, a sellsword.

He lifts his chin as he catches the group's attention, with a quick nod to Lightbringer implying some sort of familiarity.

"Some kind of trouble on the way? Thought I caught talk of a duel."

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Stats & Spells

Brother Leslus Bruti
[i]Variant Human Cleric - War Domain 3 NG[/i]
[b]AC[/b] 16 [b]HP[/b] 23 [b]Speed[/b] 25ft
[b]Str[/b] 10 (0) [b]Dex[/b] 15 (2) [b]Con[/b] 13 (1)
[b]Wis[/b] 16 (3) [b]Int[/b] 12 (1) [b]Cha[/b] 8 (-1)

[b]Attacks[/b]
[b]Longbow (150/600)[/b] +4 1d8+2 P
[b]Scimitar[/b] +4 1d6+2 S
[b]Spell Attack[/b] +5 DC 13
[b]Dagger[/b] +4 1d4+2 P

Cantrips

Guidance, Toll the Dead, Sacred Flame

Prepared Spells - 6

L1 - Guiding Bolt, Healing Word, Cure Wounds, Detect Evil and Good; Divine Favor, Shield of Faith

L2 - Prayer of Healing, Enhance Ability; Magic Weapon, Spiritual Weapon

Spell Slots

L1 - 4/4

L2 - 2/2

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[Grendel]

"Ah my apologies.  My friends, this is Brother Leslus Bruti, another guest here," Lightbringer says introducing Brother Bruti.  "Brother Bruti, some new friends who graciously helped me extricate the Lady from the city, Ehrick the Archer and Kaspar of Ederthal," he then introduces the others to him.  Caelyn is sitting on the table now with a cup of wine, her legs crossed; the cloak is hanging casually showing what would be considered scandalously scant clothing for woman in these lands: a two-piece outfit consisting of short pants and crop-top with short sleeves.  It's a wonder she is not cold considering the autumn weather.  She also has a rapier in a sheath, the grip and guard of which are very fine silver filigree.

[Shocker]

Kaspar of Ederthal Half Elf Bard 3

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AC: 14, HP 17/22, Initiative: +3(+1), Bardic Inspiration used 2/3

Skills

bold: proficient, * Jack of all trades modifier applied

Athletics: 2

Acrobatics*: +4, Stealth*: +4, Sleight of Hand: +5

Arcana*: +2, Nature: +2, History: +3, Religin*: +2, Investigation*: +2

Animal Handling*: 0, Medicine*: 0, Insight: +1, Survival*: 0

Deception: +5, Intimidation*: +4, Performance14undefined +7, Persuasion10: +5

 

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Kaspar inclines his head respectfully as he is introduced to the newcomer “It’s a pleasure of meeting somebody of your esteemed order Brother Bruti, what brings you to Anchorhead?”

 

 

 

[Draidden]

 

Ehrick Archer Human Ranger 2/Fighter 1 

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AC: 15, HP: 23/24, Initiative7: +3, Passive Perception: 14undefined

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Ehrick nods his head in a hello when introduced to Brother Bruti.

Yeah, Kaspar here got himself into another duel. This time with the commander of the guild law enforcement. He is supposed to be here in a little while for the duel.

Can anyone tell me, does his power extend outside the city? It is already clear he has no real honor. I was wondering if he looses will he then try to arrest all of us for attacking him or same thing really if he wins. We already know he will try to force Caelyn to go back with him. Maybe in this one case the wise choice would be to pack up and leave. I mean these two could not stop us.

My biggest concern is that the little runt will not be happy with first blood and will insist on a duel to the death. Which leaves either Kaspar dead and us down one man when we have to defend her or we possibly end up having to flee the law as we are accused of murdering him even though it was a duel.

 

 

[Grendel]

"I chose this location because it is outside the purview of the city," Lightbringer says confidently. 

Caelyn adds, "I believe you judge the fool too harshly.  Fool that he is, he does adhere to a sense of honor, and values his own life dearly.  He would not engage in a duel to the death and could not forcibly remove me from here."  She indicates the camp with a sweep of her hand.  One of the men-at-arms approaches and reports that a small party is arriving; looking up the road towards the city you can see Randal and his other four men arriving.

[The Foiler]

Brother Bruti nods as he takes in the situation. He turns first towards Kaspar.

"I'm...something of a roving agent of the Church. Was in the area, ran into Lightbringer, figured I'd see if there was work to be done."

He shrugs, looking towards Ehrick next.

"Seems there is. I gather the mission is to escort the woman, but somehow you're friend has talked himself into dueling what I am assuming is a well-equipped and well-trained noble of some sort. That about right?"

 

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Stats & Spells

Brother Leslus Bruti
[i]Variant Human Cleric - War Domain 3 NG[/i]
[b]AC[/b] 16 [b]HP[/b] 23 [b]Speed[/b] 25ft
[b]Str[/b] 10 (0) [b]Dex[/b] 15 (2) [b]Con[/b] 13 (1)
[b]Wis[/b] 16 (3) [b]Int[/b] 12 (1) [b]Cha[/b] 8 (-1)

[b]Attacks[/b]
[b]Longbow (150/600)[/b] +4 1d8+2 P
[b]Scimitar[/b] +4 1d6+2 S
[b]Spell Attack[/b] +5 DC 13
[b]Dagger[/b] +4 1d4+2 P

Cantrips

Guidance, Toll the Dead, Sacred Flame

Prepared Spells - 6

L1 - Guiding Bolt, Healing Word, Cure Wounds, Detect Evil and Good; Divine Favor, Shield of Faith

L2 - Prayer of Healing, Enhance Ability; Magic Weapon, Spiritual Weapon

Spell Slots

L1 - 4/4

L2 - 2/2

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Edited March 1, 2023 by The Foiler (see edit history)

[Wolfe208]

Caspian Rane Human Rogue 3

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AC: 17, HP 22/22, Initiative: +10

Skills

Starred is Expertise

Athletics: -1

Acrobatics*: +7, Stealth*: +7, Sleight of Hand: +5

Arcana: +0, Nature: +0, History: +0, Religion: +0, Investigation: +0

Animal Handling: +1, Medicine: +1, Insight: +1, Survival: +1, Perception +3,

Deception: +4, Intimidation: +4, Performance +2, Persuasion +4

 

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“I may be able to shed some insight on our friend Randal….” Caspian had meandered his way up to the group, following the path Caelyn had taken out of the city. Wearing dark brown dueling leathers with a red cloak, he sports a small scar under his jawline beneath his thin beard. His hair is starch white, only a hint of yellow bleeding through at the roots. He wears a rapier on his hip and a small buckler style shield on his back. A small rectangular wooden contraption hangs from his hip as well, swinging freely as he walks. His eyes flick to Kaspar, who he spotted earlier and he bows his head to the whole group,

”Apologies for intruding but I thought it would be best to speak outside the city.” He looks directly at Caelyn, “I am here to warn you that the constable isn’t the only one looking for this fair maiden. I have some ties with a local organization that is looking for you because you haven’t paid your dues while operating in our fair city.” Shifting his weight, he finds a spot to rest, pulls out his pipe, packs and lights it. Sweet smelling smoke rolls from his nose like a dragon. 
“Luckily for you, I don’t tend to agree with this organization on a lot of points, and I thought a fair warning was in order for a lovely lady such as yourself. My name is Caspian Rane, Duelist and Carouser local to our Fair City Anchorhead.” He flashes a wide grin and takes a long drag on his pipe.

Edited March 1, 2023 by Wolfe208 (see edit history)

[Grendel]

Caelyn looks at the newcomer with some skepticism.  "I was not thieving in the city, Mr. Rane," she says somewhat defensively with a sidelong glance at Lightbringer.  "But I can understand their confusion considering the lack of wisdom in that group."  She looks at Ehrick and Kaspar, "the guy with the gun at the pub.  That's what that was all about I wager."

Lightbringer was at first frowning somewhat at Caspian's intrusion; not one to fly off the handle with anger that one.  Then a strange expression comes over him when Caspain introduces himself, ending in a knowing smile.  Before addressing him, he turns to Brother Bruti.  "The quest I asked of them is completed.  The lady is now under my protection and her safety is guaranteed," he says, and Caelyn sticks her tongue out at him quickly.  "Mr. Rane, if you would join the rest of my guests while I go to greet the Constable, I would welcome your company," he then says.  With a bow to excuse himself from everyone he walks towards the Ambercrown party to greet them and proceeds to enter into a quiet conversation with Randal.  The two men who followed Kaspar, Ehrick and Caelyn from the city were being held apart by the men-at-arms and now join their master.  Lightbringer's men-at-arms quickly and skillfully changed their posture from one of casual awareness to military drill and it now becomes apparent that his entourage is almost 30 men, including servants, at least 20 in full fighting form armed with sword, shield and spear with chain shirts and blue and white tabards with his starburst charge.

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OOC:  You have a few minutes to introduce yourselves and speak with each other and/or Caelyn while he is speaking with Randal.

[Shocker]

Kaspar of Ederthal Half Elf Bard 3

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AC: 14, HP 17/22, Initiative: +3(+1), Bardic Inspiration used 2/3

Skills

bold: proficient, * Jack of all trades modifier applied

Athletics: 2

Acrobatics*: +4, Stealth*: +4, Sleight of Hand: +5

Arcana*: +2, Nature: +2, History: +3, Religin*: +2, Investigation*: +2

Animal Handling*: 0, Medicine*: 0, Insight: +1, Survival*: 0

Deception: +5, Intimidation*: +4, Performance14undefined +7, Persuasion10: +5

 

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"Shall we see if Lord Lightbringer has some refreshments, I could do with some Water or Juice, something more appropriate to toast the acquaintance of two men of substance will have to wait until the dealing with the Constable are done." He continues to project confidence and non chalance in his bearing and body language. 

The words of his first sword master coming to his mind "If you let them see you tremble, you might as well slit your wrists. Better to be thought brash or cocky." the latter usually accompanied by a slap at the back of the head and the words "But not being cocky". 

"So Miss Caelyn, would you care to fill us in a bit more on what is going on here?" He looks expectantly at the young woman "We have risked repeatedly our lives to get you out of Anchorhead, and depending on Randal's stubbornness it might not be over yet. I'm a storyteller, so I crave to here more and new stories, just like your for example. Don't you think we have earned the right to know what is going on here?"

 

ooc

lets try some persuasion

 

 

Edit bolsterded the persuasian part with more text

Edited March 2, 2023 by Shocker (see edit history)

[Grendel]

"Aside from nearly falling off a building, I can hardly be responsible for any life-threatening situations," Caelyn begins.  "However, my story is not very interesting.  I left home ten decades ago and spent the time since wandering the wide world, learning all about it, and as the opportunity presented itself, helping people.  I have a particular dislike for the Dark Lord of Kolia and if I suspect his minions are about, I look into it and try to eliminate them," she says conversationally, sitting on the table with her legs crossed, the wine cup beside her.

[The Foiler]

Brother Bruti narrows his eyes at the mention of the Dark Lord of Kolia.

"Did this Dark Lord's trail that led you to Anchorhead? Sounds like the sort of individual I might need to have a conversation with."

He scratches his nose with a thumb (his thumb, specifically), pressing his lips together in such a way that his mouth seemed to disappear into his whiskers momentarily.

"Duel first, though," he says flatly, looking sidelong at Kaspar. "I'll fix you up if you take a beating but I'm no miracle-worker. Try not to get stabbed too bad."

 

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Stats & Spells

Brother Leslus Bruti
Variant Human Cleric - War Domain 3 NG
AC 16 HP 23 Speed 25ft
Str 10 (0) Dex 15 (2) Con 13 (1)
Wis 16 (3) Int 12 (1) Cha 8 (-1)

Attacks
Longbow (150/600) +4 1d8+2 P
Scimitar +4 1d6+2 S
Spell Attack +5 DC 13
Dagger +4 1d4+2 P

Cantrips

Guidance, Toll the Dead, Sacred Flame

Prepared Spells - 6

L1 - Guiding Bolt, Healing Word, Cure Wounds, Detect Evil and Good; Divine Favor, Shield of Faith

L2 - Prayer of Healing, Enhance Ability; Magic Weapon, Spiritual Weapon

Spell Slots

L1 - 4/4

L2 - 2/2

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Edited March 3, 2023 by The Foiler (see edit history)

[Wolfe208]

Caspian Rane Human Rogue 3

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AC: 17, HP 22/22, Initiative: +10

Skills

Starred is Expertise

Athletics: -1

Acrobatics*: +7, Stealth*: +7, Sleight of Hand: +5

Arcana: +0, Nature: +0, History: +0, Religion: +0, Investigation: +0

Animal Handling: +1, Medicine: +1, Insight: +1, Survival: +1, Perception +3,

Deception: +4, Intimidation: +4, Performance +2, Persuasion +4

 

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Smoke lingers around Caspian like a fog on a humid morning, he chuckles at Caelyn’s response. “I said nothing about thieving my lady, there must be some confusion, my apologies…” A wry grin crossing his face. He nods in respect to Lightbringer, While he had no idea who he was, he had seen that look before. He knew he was in the right place. Only to have it doubly confirmed by Randal’s entourage. “Men don’t travel to duels with a band of warriors… This isn’t war. I would caution everyone to stay aware and ready, we might have a fight on our hands if the Constable is a sore loser.” Caspian leans back in his seat at the Brother’s comment. “Sounds like a good way to end up dead, conversing with a dark lord. Brother I wouldn’t advise it.” Caspian snuffs out the coal in his pipe and packs it away in his pouch. He looks at Kaspar and almost inspects him and his equipment “Looks like you are familiar with our dueling culture here in Anchorhead. I spent many years in a dueling academy here. If you require a second I am willing and able. Although it seems you have strong options already.”

 

[The Foiler]

"I don't expect either of us would enjoy it much, but the work is what it is," Bruti responds with a shrug.

 

 

 

 

 

Stats, Actions, Etc

Stats & Spells

Brother Leslus Bruti
Variant Human Cleric - War Domain 3 NG
AC 16 HP 23 Speed 25ft
Str 10 (0) Dex 15 (2) Con 13 (1)
Wis 16 (3) Int 12 (1) Cha 8 (-1)

Attacks
Longbow (150/600) +4 1d8+2 P
Scimitar +4 1d6+2 S
Spell Attack +5 DC 13
Dagger +4 1d4+2 P

Cantrips

Guidance, Toll the Dead, Sacred Flame

Prepared Spells - 6

L1 - Guiding Bolt, Healing Word, Cure Wounds, Detect Evil and Good; Divine Favor, Shield of Faith

L2 - Prayer of Healing, Enhance Ability; Magic Weapon, Spiritual Weapon

Spell Slots

L1 - 4/4

L2 - 2/2

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