Chapter One - Blood on the Crown

bwatford · October 20, 2023

NPC

Raffolk Ginsi Young Halfling

The young halfling listened to all the words that the Manticore had to offer. When the talk of his granny came up, the halfling sighed before his face lit up a little and he responded "You know, you might be onto something there. But the two feathers are one of our families' greatest assets, and with that Granny Pearla would never just give it to me on faith. But if enough gold were presented upfront and if she were convinced that my life was in danger. Maybe, just maybe."

Then Raffolk sighed and sit back again, "I admit that I have already asked too many favors from my granny to cover my gambling addiction and she has already literally cut me off. So, she isn't going to do me any favors."

"But Lord Monder was willing to buy the feather for 535 gold pieces, that is actually about double its real value. But the feather is rare, and I guess I talked it up pretty good." he then pulled out his pouch and counted his coins remaining "I have fifty gold coins to put toward the purchase of the feather from Granny Pearla. And I only need the 200 gold to cover my debt to Gulfa, and granny would sell the feather for 200 gp. So, if you guys would be willing t put up the 150 gp with my 50 gp, to buy the feather. Then we sell the feather to Lord Monder, I'll use 200 gp to pay off my debt and then you guys can have the rest." he explained.

Doing some quick math, "535 - 200 was 335, minus 150 gp invested, that leaves all of you 185 gp in profit for helping me out of the jam."

"Now, I am not asking for you to hand me any money. No sir, not in my situation. I would never do that. You can come with me to Granny Pearla's house and pay her directly. And then of course you can take possession of the feather until we give it to Lord Monder."

"What do you say?" he asked excitedly with the hopes of getting out of this mess.

Draidden · October 21, 2023

Baldur

Baldur Stonebow Dwarf Ranger 5

I'll pass on that.

He notes that the halfling tries to weasel 150 gp into his pockets after this is all over even though he is only putting 50 into the whole deal. He shakes his head and hopes the others aren't dumb enough to fall for this little trick. It also makes him wonder if the feathers were real or if this is part of a con the halfling and bugbear were running. Someone starts looking too closely at the feather and the bugbear busts in and destroys any evidence before it can be proved a fake.

Mechanics

Main Hand: Heavy Crossbow
Off Hand: Heavy Crossbow

Action:
Bonus Action:
Move:
Manipulate:

Racial ability - Colossus Slayer: it target is hit by a weapon and is below maximum hit points it takes an additional 1d8 once per turn.

Peacemonger · October 21, 2023

PC

Egg High Elf Cleric 5

Egg finds himself intrigued by the whole situation, though even he finds it a questionable situation. The idea does cross his mind that perhaps this is all an elaborate game. He takes a more discerning look. Perhaps it's the whole story, or the burning feather, or just wanting to get swept up in it all. He finds it hard to get a good read.

"I'm still game if enough of us are."

What's the worst that could happen?

Mechanics

Main Hand: Empty
Off Hand: Empty

Action: -
Bonus Action: -
Move: -
Manipulate: -

Edited October 21, 2023 by Peacemonger (see edit history)

The Eyeball Kid · October 21, 2023

PC

Harder Nug Human Fighter 5

"We could maybe talk to the old bird. Ky could do her analysis on the feather without any pyromaniac bugbears around and we could go from there...", Harder suggests with a shrug.

Mechanics

Main Hand: +1 Longsword
Off Hand: Shield

Action: None
Bonus Action: None
Move: None
Manipulate: None.

saithor · October 21, 2023

Yaldiled Gurvys Dragonborn Paladin 4/Bard 1

Yaldiled looked at the halfling. She didn't want an innocent person to be hurt. But she also didn't want to encourage him to gamble more, nor did she want to reward this behavior. But abandoning him would not be...she'd sworn an oath to aid those in despair. Very quietly, she says "I will put up fifty gold. But on your word, you will not gamble, you will not borrow more. I will not lift you up only to see you put yourself down in the gutter once more."

Mechanics

Main Hand: +1 Warhammer
Off Hand: Shield

Bardic Inspiration 2/3

1st level spell slots 3/4

Action:
Bonus Action:
Move:
Manipulate: Your one free object interaction goes here.

Past Imperfect · October 22, 2023

PC

Gwydion Black Human Rogue 5

AC: 17 (Studded leather and dual wielding) | HP: 33/33 | Initiative: +5 | Passive Perception: 15 | DM Inspiration: 1/1

Gwydion regards the halfling as he makes his case, then watches as each of the Manticores makes their opinions known. He sighs as he regards the halfling, then says, "You may be an honest fellow. Either way, I'll tell you what I think. This has the odor of a scam. I swear, my friends used to run a similar scheme when I ran the streets, though they had a broken stick they claimed was a wand. If this feather is safe in your grandmama's clutches and you're an honest fellow, that'll be grand. I'll name you the most honest man I've met for the rest of my days.

"On the other hand, if this is a plan to part us with your gold, then I recommend you consider if the cheese is worth the trap. We kill people for a living." He nods over at Harder. "Some of us even consider it a perk of the job."

He holds the halfling's gaze and lets that sit for a moment before continuing. "With that in mind, I'll contribute a share of gold to the cause. It'll only go to wine and the cards, otherwise."

Mechanics

Main Hand: Rapier
Off Hand: shortsword

Action:
Bonus Action:
Move:
Manipulate: Your one free object interaction goes here.

BobtheWizard · October 22, 2023

PC

Kythera Syras "Ky" Human Cleric 1 / Wizard 4 Application

AC: 16 (chain shirt and shield) | HP: 29 /29 | Initiative: +1 | Passive Perception: 14 | Features

Kythera wants to help. She doesn't want to see this idiot get killed by the bugbear. Yes. She thinks he might be trying to scam us but she also knows that we can take some precautions to make sure that wouldn't work. She shrugs,

"I think we should help him. But yes, Gwydion, prepare to run him through if he tries to cheat us. We'll buy the feather from your grandma and escort you to sell it to Lord Monder. If he pays the agreed upon price for it, then you'll get your 200 gold. Then you'll file destruction of property charges against Gruffa, we'll testify truthfully for you, and if you win, you'll split that money with us 50/50."

Mechanics

Main Hand: Empty
Off Hand: empty

Move: none

Action: none

Bonus Action: none

Reactions: use shield if it would block a hit, maybe use shadow shield

Manipulate: Your one free object interaction goes here.

Concentration:

Notes

Byra, halfling daughter of Taem and Gyo

Willow Creek, built right into the side of a large hill it was, they were immediately accosted by a hoarde of beggars as they made their way into the village. They found the village to have no walls and no real militia that they could see. Prominent buildings were:

the Crossed Guard (blacksmith),

the Wise Owl (tavern): Lewis Pickerton (proprietor), Eldeth (dwarf on Inspiration Dust)

Roots and Hourglass (alchemist),

the Bearded Cabinet (general store),

the Temple of the Eternal Mother (church).

Flask and Rat, inn run by a dwarf

Sheriff Kendall

Kharis, dwarf necromancer that plays Battlechess

Crownwarden Lord Cyne Monder, a recognizable and much-respected member of the Royal Court and Lord Protector of the Crown

Raffolk, halfling who owes Gruff 200gp and lost Lord Monder's couatl feather

Gruffa, bugbear owner of Triple Nine

The Eyeball Kid · October 24, 2023

PC

Harder Nug Human Fighter 5

"Aye, mostly I kill people for money. But killing people for stiffing me is always a viable option as well", Harder replies to Gwydion's remark. "Sometimes that's more fun. Inspires me to take my time and get creative...."

"Too be clear, I'm not contributing any gold, not at least until we've talked to Granny and Ky's had a look at that other feather. And if I do, you're not leaving our side until I've been paid...."

Mechanics

Main Hand: +1 Longsword
Off Hand: Shield

Action: None
Bonus Action: None
Move: None
Manipulate: None.

bwatford · October 26, 2023

NPC

Raffolk Ginsi Young Halfling

When three of the Manticores agreed to chip in the small halfling was taken aback by the offer and quickly addressed Gwydion's concerns "I am never going to lay a finger on your gold." in says as he sits his own pouch of fifty gold on the table and slides it toward the rogue. "In fact, you keep my part as well, you can pay granny directly. That way I don't have a hand in the transaction at all. That way you know everything is on the level." he replied.

Ky then made the offer of the split of any coin earned from Gulfa from the property damage. The halfling eagerly agreed. When Harder made his intentions known, the halfling swallowed hard as he looked at the man, and only nodded a response. The man was definitely scary.

"So, my granny lives in a small flat in the South District, I will take you there as soon as you are ready to depart, and we can see if she will allow us to acquire the other feather." he said politely.

Past Imperfect · October 28, 2023

PC

Gwydion Black Human Rogue 5

AC: 17 (Studded leather and dual wielding) | HP: 33/33 | Initiative: +5 | Passive Perception: 15 | DM Inspiration: 1/1

Gwydion looks around at the others. "Did we want to finish our discussion, or are we heading right over to Granny's?"

He drops his hand heavily on Raffolk's shoulder. "Just keeping track of you, friend." He offers the halfling a smile and a wink.

Mechanics

Main Hand: Rapier
Off Hand: shortsword

Action:
Bonus Action:
Move:
Manipulate: Your one free object interaction goes here.

BobtheWizard · October 28, 2023

PC

Kythera Syras "Ky" Human Cleric 1 / Wizard 4 Application

AC: 16 (chain shirt and shield) | HP: 29 /29 | Initiative: +1 | Passive Perception: 14 | Features

Kythera knows we don't need to keep track of Rafffolk too closely yet. We haven't given up any of our gold yet. Once we do though, she suspects he might be trying to play us. But she also knows that we can track him down and get our gold back if we need to.

"I'm ready to go."

She nods over at Kharis, the dwarf who taught her to play Battlechess, both in thanks and goodbye. She knows she'll see him again here if he's a regular.

Mechanics

Main Hand: Empty
Off Hand: empty

Move: none

Action: none

Bonus Action: none

Reactions: use shield if it would block a hit, maybe use shadow shield

Manipulate: Your one free object interaction goes here.

Concentration:

Notes

Byra, halfling daughter of Taem and Gyo

Willow Creek, built right into the side of a large hill it was, they were immediately accosted by a hoarde of beggars as they made their way into the village. They found the village to have no walls and no real militia that they could see. Prominent buildings were:

the Crossed Guard (blacksmith),

the Wise Owl (tavern): Lewis Pickerton (proprietor), Eldeth (dwarf on Inspiration Dust)

Roots and Hourglass (alchemist),

the Bearded Cabinet (general store),

the Temple of the Eternal Mother (church).

Flask and Rat, inn run by a dwarf

Sheriff Kendall

Kharis, dwarf necromancer that plays Battlechess

Crownwarden Lord Cyne Monder, a recognizable and much-respected member of the Royal Court and Lord Protector of the Crown

Raffolk, halfling who owes Gruff 200gp and lost Lord Monder's couatl feather

Gruffa, bugbear owner of Triple Nine

Peacemonger · October 30, 2023

PC

Egg High Elf Cleric 5

Egg smiles slightly, very amused by this turn of events. It may not be flirting with a group of strangers, but regardless of everything plays out, it should make for a good tale. "Agreed. I believe whether we end of gaining some extra coin or lose it all will greatly change where we end up planting some roots."

In his own mind, if it all turns out to be a scam, he's more intrigued than offended, eager for the chase to get the gold back more than actually catching the Halfling.

Then again... perhaps it simple is good fortune finding them this time?

Mechanics

Main Hand: Empty
Off Hand: Empty

Action: -
Bonus Action: -
Move: -
Manipulate: -

saithor · October 30, 2023

Yaldiled Gurvys Dragonborn Paladin 4/Bard 1

Yaldiled stands up "I don't have any reason to stay. Let's get this settled before your debt collector gets any particularly stupid ideas." Hopefully he wouldn't be dumb enough to try and use muscle to extort the halfling and get in a fight with their group. Please let that not be the case.

Mechanics

Main Hand: +1 Warhammer
Off Hand: Shield

Bardic Inspiration 2/3

1st level spell slots 3/4

Action:
Bonus Action:
Move:
Manipulate: Your one free object interaction goes here.

bwatford · October 31, 2023

CHAPTER ONE - BLOOD ON THE CROWN

After leaving the Lucky Leap, Raffolk led the Manticores across the river that split the city, and then down into the South District where the tiny houses were packed tightly next to each other in a mix of shapes and forms of all sizes. Most of the buildings were in moderate to bad condition, the streets were smelly and dirty. It was easy to get lost, but the halfling zig-zagged them through the maze of streets without issue.

Once arriving at the small flat of Granny Pearlea, Raffolk gave a rap upon the door and waited with the rest of the group for granny to answer. A few minutes later the door opened to reveal the old halfling woman, seeing the others with Raffolk the older woman stepped outside and closed the door behind her. She gave a stern look to Raffolk and said "What is the meaning of this? You in trouble again? Don't you bring your troubles to my door Raffolk Ginsi!"

Raffolk then pleads his case to the old woman, telling her of his unfortunate predicament, his debt to Gulfa, and about the Manticores, who were willing to pool some gold for him to buy the other feather from her, at fair market price of course.

The older halfling woman was not impressed as she scolded Raffolk for repeatedly getting into trouble as she once again opened her door and stepped inside, a moment later she turned back to Raffolk "You are just as irresponsible as your father was. Now get lost and solve your problems on your own!"

Raffolk pleaded "Granny?! Granny! You know you are the only one who can help me. Please don’t be so mean."

The old woman slammed the door in his face.... SLAM!!!!

Raffolk looks at the Manticores wearily, then knocks again.

"Go away!" Granny can be heard saying from the other side.

Granny Pearla

On This Jundiel (Tuesday), the 34th Day of Camua (Autumn), in the 631st Year of the Age of Kings
12:38 pm

★The 5th Day of the Campaign★

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BALDUR STONEBOW

Hit Points: 49/49 (RESIST:poison; ADVSAVTYPE: poisoned)
Hit Dice: 5/5
Spell Slots (+5, DC 13) *L

1st Level: 4/4
2nd Level: 2/2

DM Inspiration: 1/1

EGG

Hit Points: 38/38 (ADVSAVTYPE: charmed; IMMUNITIES: magic sleep)
Hit Dice: 5/5

Channel Divinity: 1/1 *S/L
Channel Divinity (AotD): 1/1 *L
Eyes of the Night: 1/1 *L
Spell Slots (+8, DC 16) *L

1st Level: 4/4
2nd Level: 3/3
3rd Level: 2/2

DM Inspiration: 1/1

GWYDION BLACK

Hit Points: 33/33 (Uncanny Dodge)
Hit Dice: 5/5
DM Inspiration: 1/1

KYTHERA SYRAS

Hit Points: 29/29
Hit Dice: 5/5

Arcane Recovery: 1/1 *L
Cloak of Darkness: 1/1 *S/L
Shadow Shield: 1/1 *S/L
Dissonant Whispers *1/1 L
Misty Step *1/1 L
Spell Slots Cleric (+4, DC 12), Wizard (+8, DC 16) *L

1st Level: 4/4
2nd Level: 3/3
3rd Level: 2/2

DM Inspiration: 1/1

SKÓGRINN

Hit Points: 31/31 (ADVSAVTYPE: charmed; IMMUNE: magic sleep)
Hit Dice: 5/5
Fey Step: 3/3 *L
Pact of the Talisman: 3/3 *L
Tentacle of the Deep: 3/3 *L
Spell Slots (+8, DC 16) *L

1st Level: 2/2 (Sorcerer)
2nd Level: 2/2 (Warlock)

DM Inspiration: 1/1

YALDILED GURVYS

Hit Points: 38/38 (RESIST:cold; IMMUNE: disease)
Hit Dice: 5/5
Bardic Inspiration: 2/3 (d8) *L
Breath Weapon: 1/1 *S
Channel Divinity: 1/1 *S/L
Divine Sense: 4/4 *L
Lay on Hands: 20/20 *L
Spell Slots (+6, DC 14) *L

1st Level: 4/4
2nd Level: 2/2

DM Inspiration: 1/1

The Eyeball Kid · October 31, 2023

PC

Harder Nug Human Fighter 5

Harder looks down at Raffolk and shrugs. "Well, given how fond everyone was of Granny earlier -- and frankly I'm liking her a bit more now myself -- maybe you can sneak out of town real quiet-like before Gulfa breaks your legs."

"Good luck, kid!"

Mechanics

Main Hand: +1 Longsword
Off Hand: Shield

Action: None
Bonus Action: None
Move: None
Manipulate: None.

Edited October 31, 2023 by The Eyeball Kid (see edit history)

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Chapter One - Blood on the Crown

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