The Dungeoneers (D&D 3.5 Sandbox)

[Maxios]

We're going to kick this off differently. As a sandbox game, I'll let you choose from the following where your character starts out:

The Boat:
In this, your character is on a boat arriving to the city.

The Guard:
In this, your character is chasing a corrupt city guard.

The City:
In this, your character starts out either in the Wizard's Tower (if a magic class), or the tavern.

My DM-PC, Jax, will be starting out chasing the corrupt guard.

[Shock4484]

Upon his weekly trip into Dronkat to resupply and look for work... Foben runs into an old friend from back in his training days in the guardsmen. After a short catch up the Guard tells Foben of a corrupt city guard who was on the run... knowing the Guards pay nicely for the services of those who help them... Foben agrees without hesitation to assist the old colleague in capturing the a-wall guard.

(OOC: Hope this works if not I will edit as necessary)

[Maxios]

Okay. The corrupt guard is running across the side of the city's walls. There's about a 40 feet distance between you.
"Slow down why dontcha!" Jax says angrily, chasing after the corrupt guard.

[Princess]

Perusing the stacks, Rowan turns to Dominica While I may have had more time to practice, that's no excuse for you not showing an interest in wizardry as well, Dominica. Your a clever girl and a fine maid and it just won't do for you to waste any talent. I suggest you save up your wages. Once I'm a mage, I can start to teach you, and I'll do it free, of course, but you will need supplies.

Rowan circles around the room. When did I eat last? It must've been at least an hour or two by now, and I'm getting hungry again. Where should we go?

[Maxios]

Perusing the stacks, Rowan turns to Dominica While I may have had more time to practice, that's no excuse for you not showing an interest in wizardry as well, Dominica. Your a clever girl and a fine maid and it just won't do for you to waste any talent. I suggest you save up your wages. Once I'm a mage, I can start to teach you, and I'll do it free, of course, but you will need supplies.

Rowan circles around the room. When did I eat last? It must've been at least an hour or two by now, and I'm getting hungry again. Where should we go?

I suppose you chose the Wizard's Tower as your starting location?

[Princess]

Yes I did.

[Maxios]

Yes I did.

Alrighty then. I wrote an adventure in case someone chose that as their starting occasoin, involving a neocramcer, and a tower of evil.

[Misaat]

Wondering around the hallways of the Wizard Tower Asmait can be seen sulkily muttering to himself...

"I can't believe those wizards mocking me like that. So what if i cant shoot lightnings out of my fingers. Illusions are cool. And who wants to be Necromancer anyway... i wouldnt like to spend all of my time surrounded by dead bodies... "

OOC: WOW I HADNT EVEN READ YOUR POST BEFORE I POSTED MY CHARACTER LOCATION AND WHAT HE WAS SAYING XD

[Princess]

Rowan's eyes catch a man muttering in the hallway, so she goes to investigate. Hello there! Are you hungry? I was thinking about getting some food.

[Misaat]

Asmait gets shacken from his thoughts by a female voice and suddenly reacts.

Wha...

He looks around

Are you talking to me? Su... Sure! I ... i could use something to eat...

[Princess]

Let's go then. Where are we going? To the kitchens or somewhere further?

[THEChanger]

Valras approached the Wizard's Tower. He was supossed to meet his new charge, one Rowan Pinchot, inside. Valras was amazed at the size of the structure. Even his home, the Church of Heironeous, hadn't been this big. Pushing open the huge door, Valras made his way to the desk. Clearing his throat, Valras managed to get the attention of the clerk working the desk. Hello, my good sir. My name is Valras Sargesh, and I was instructed to meet Rowan Pinchot here. Would you happen to know where she is? The clerk looked up from the book he had been reading. "Wha-? Oh, you're Rowan's new help, are you? Should have known. Well, I don't know where she is right now, but if you head for the kitchens, you'll run into her eventually. She's always down there." The man let out a little snicker and went back to his book. Valras looked quizzically at the clerk, and left with a quick "Thank you, then." Valras walked down the one hall on the bottom level. Hopefully, he would meet someone more helpful along the way.

[Misaat]

¿The kitchens you say? Well...

Asmait suddenly remembers that probably the other Wizards that mocked him might be eating there already.

Actually there i heard there was a really nice bar with great food in town i really don't like to eat here. Wizard's cooking and all you know. I think i once found a lizards tail in my soup.

Bluff: [roll0]

OOC: LOL I dont think she even NEEDS to make a Sense Motive Check. Oh Asmait you are such a bad liar XD

[Princess]

Rowan winks. It's ok to be nervous for now but you really should work on that. Let's head to the kitchen now she says, strutting down the corridors with Dominica following after.

the lowest I can even get is twice that :smallwink:

[Misaat]

Su...sure...

Asmait follows after her feeling a little defeated...

He thinks to himself:Please let none of them be there at this time

[Princess]

Rowan arrives at the kitchen and begins issuing husky commands, essentially instructing Dominica to bring her the fattiest, juiciest food available, before taking a seat. So, what do you do? Did I hear you mention illusions in the hall?

[Misaat]

He look around nervously and orders a drink (something light. Alcohol can upset his stomach pretty easily). When he listens to her question he straightens his back while answering

Well yeah i'm an illusionist. A rare breed around here you know banishing into thin air traveling through shadows that sort of deal hehe... *mutters* though i cant really do anything of that stuff yet, Sorry *mutters*

[Shock4484]

Foben passes Jax and gives him a reassuring nod. (so not to alert the fleeing guard) As Foben closes in on the guard he quickly moves in and tries to trip the fleeing suspect.

Roll for Unarmed Melee attack in attempt to trip the fleeing opponent:

[roll0]

[Maxios]

You succeed, and the guard trips. By now, you're standing on top of one of the guard towers.
"Good job." Jax tells Foben

[Shock4484]

“All in a days work, Jax” Foben says as he stands by with his Morningstar drawn as the criminal is apprehended and escorted off the guard tower. “I will be in Dronkat for a few days, as I am between jobs… If the city can use my services furthermore I will be at the tavern or the nearby inn” Foben says as he and Jax escorts the guard from the city walls.

[Maxios]

"I'm actually forming an adventuring party. Do you want to join?" Jax asks.

[Shock4484]

"A party for what?...my friend" Foben kind of stops and turns toward Jax

[Maxios]

"A party for what?...my friend" Foben kind of stops and turns toward Jax

"Adventurers. There's report of strange gates opening across the kingdom, that lead to a lower plane." Jax says

((And no, this will not turn into an Oblivion plot-clone))

[Shock4484]

"Strange Gates? To a lower plane? Sounds dangerous... I am sure there will be a hefty reward for my assistance in such a 'dangerous' mission... Yes?" Foben says with a smirk looking toward Jax.

[Maxios]

"Indeed. You'll get a reasonable cut of the loot. Stay here for a minute." Jax says. He enters the Wizard's Tower, and says "Does any wizards here want to join in an adventure, filled with rewards?"

Yes, he's that blunt.

[Shock4484]

"Ok..." Foben mumbles as Jax walks away.

[Princess]

Ooo, that sounds fun, doesn't it? Rowan says, looking at the others around her. Hold on, we're eating.

[Maxios]

Ooo, that sounds fun, doesn't it? Rowan says, looking at the others around her. Hold on, we're eating.

"Okay." Jax waits for them to be finished eating

[Misaat]

OOC: Honestly? THAT Blunt? XD

What? Welll i guess its fine... Is this gonna be really dangerous?

[Maxios]

OOC: Honestly? THAT Blunt? XD

What? Welll i guess its fine... Is this gonna be really dangerous?

"Perhaps. We will be investigating gates opening to a lower plane." Jax says

((Make a Knowledge (The Planes) skill check))

[Misaat]

Is that so...

Know(Planes):[roll0]

[Maxios]

Is that so...

Know(Planes):[roll0]

You remember that there is only one lower plane that gates may open to. The plane of Firedoom, also known as Hellsfire or Oblivion.

[Misaat]

You remember that there is only one lower plane that gates may open to. The plane of Firedoom, also known as Hellsfire or Oblivion.

Wait wait wait wait... I remember now... Are you saying we are going to hell?

[THEChanger]

As Valras wandered through the halls of the Tower, seeking out the kitchens, he could hear the sounds of conversation drifting towards him. "...adventure...dangerous...Lower Planes..." Walking toward the sound, Valras peeked his head around the corner to find one of the city guards speaking with what appeared to be two mages and a servant of some sort. Knocking on the door, Valras stepped into the kitchens. Excuse me, but my name is Valras Sargesh. I was told that I might find one Rowan Pinchot here. Would any of you happen to know where she is?"

[Maxios]

Wait wait wait wait... I remember now... Are you saying we are going to hell?

"No, of course not!" Jax says.

[Princess]

As Valras wandered through the halls of the Tower, seeking out the kitchens, he could hear the sounds of conversation drifting towards him. "...adventure...dangerous...Lower Planes..." Walking toward the sound, Valras peeked his head around the corner to find one of the city guards speaking with what appeared to be two mages and a servant of some sort. Knocking on the door, Valras stepped into the kitchens. Excuse me, but my name is Valras Sargesh. I was told that I might find one Rowan Pinchot here. Would any of you happen to know where she is?"

I'm right here, Valras! Rowan replies, pushing away another finished plate, before suppressing a small burp. Where have you been? she asks, smiling politely.

[phiris]

The salty sea smell permeated his every senses. Hathrokan was new to all of this. the small remote human port town under the mountains was quite in line with most of the human settlements of his homeland, but this place was infinitely greater interpretation of the human race. As the boat docked, Hathrokan was in-tranced by the bustling mass that was urban life, the howl of the vendors, the furnaces of the bakers and blacksmiths a like. It all was too much for him, and asking a local urbanite where the nearest library was, Hathrokan hurried to the Wizard's Tower.

[zyborg]

"STOP," a large suit of blood-red (literally) armor shouts as it chases what was once a member of the proud guards of the city. "You cannot get escape! Justice shall have its say!" It charges, headfirst, attempting to catch up.

[Time left in Avatar form: four minutes]

[Maxios]

Jax comes running out of the tower. The crooked cop's partner is about 30 feet in front of the Champion. Realizing that the champion is handeling the situation, Jax re-enters the tower

[Maxios]

The guard stops running, and snarls. He attempts to attack the Champion.

Attack
[roll0]

Damage
[roll1]

[zyborg]

The attack hits, though does not seem to be effective against the hulking mass of metal. "You dare attack me," it shouts, swinging his sword arm in a powerful attack. "You have shown your guilt."


Attack roll: 1d20+4, -4 due to Power Attack [roll0]
Damage roll: 1d8, +4 due to Power Attack [roll1]
(I hope I did this right...)

[Maxios]

You hit. The guard stumbles backwards, seriously wounded. He curses you, then starts running down the street again. He is now 20 feet away from you

[zyborg]

"Does your pain bring you underst... wait, you are still running? How's this guy still running? Oh, well, we better go get him. Justice is faster than a lowly criminal like yourself." The crimson knight charges at the wounded escapee, attempting to get in range for another attack.

[Maxios]

How fast is your movement speed?

[zyborg]

Edit: Yep, 30.

[Shock4484]

The yell in the street gains the attention of Foben as he has moved to an outside seat at the tavern where Jax told him to stay... Foben watches the pursuit and apprehension of yet another another City Guardsman... "it cant be good for the people to see 2 of their own city guards chased down and apprehended... *sigh*... but i guess thats what you get in big cities such as this" Foben thinks to himself.

As Foben sees Jax run out of the wizards tower Foben stands and adjust his weapons back into place and starts to move, but, instead plops back down after seeing the guard (Jax) reenter the tower.

[THEChanger]

Valras gave a short bow to his new employer. My appologizes for my lateness, my lady. The staff here proved less than helpful in locating you. But I could not help overhearing the discussion which just took place. Turning to the guard, Valras extended his hand. I am a Paladin of the Invincible Light. If there is a portal to the Lower Planes, it is my duty to aid you in this matter.

[Maxios]

"Thank. My name is Jax, and there is few people I know who'd go on such a venture." Jax says

"I'll be back." Jax tells the wizards (and paldins) in the tower, and runs out. "Let's get this guy." he says

The Crimson Knight is right next to the guard

[Shock4484]

Upon seeing Jax emerge from the tower once again... Foben rises from his seat readjusts his equipment and walks toward the guard.

[zyborg]

"Pathetic criminal. I may not be a stickler for the law, but I loathe hypocrites! You shall pay!" The crimson knight rotates his sword-arm, and swings again, attempting to strike with the dull edge of the sword.


Attack roll [roll0]
Damage roll [roll1]

[zyborg]

((OOC: Oh, man, that sucked. Also, sorry about the oversized text. I'd fix it, but the roll would have to be redone due to the problems of editing.))

[Maxios]

Needless to say, you miss. The guard curses, then gets on a nearby horse, and moves 20 ft.

[Princess]

Valras gave a short bow to his new employer. My appologizes for my lateness, my lady. The staff here proved less than helpful in locating you. But I could not help overhearing the discussion which just took place.

They didn't just send you here? Strange. she says, turning her gaze aside for a moment as she cogitates. There's an adventure to be had, though, so let's be on our way! She pushes aside the significant stack of plates from her private feast and gestures for Dominica to help her to her feet, smile beaming all the while.

[Shock4484]

As Foben sees the injured guard attempt to escape Jax and the other human he draws his bow and attempts a well placed shot on the fleeing guards back.


Attacking with Short Bow.
[roll0]
If Successful:
[roll1] Piercing Damage

[Maxios]

As Foben sees the injured guard attempt to escape Jax and the other human he draws his bow and attempts a well placed shot on the fleeing guards back.


Attacking with Short Bow.
[roll0]
If Successful:
[roll1] Piercing Damage

You hit. The guard falls to the ground.

[zyborg]

"Great shot," exclaims the crimson knight, as he runs over to pick up the fallen guard. "Much better than my attempt. Thank you for finishing what I seemingly could not, for whatever reason."


((Not sure what to roll here. Also, Time left in Avatar form left: 4 minutes minus however long this has been.))

[Maxios]

"Great shot," exclaims the crimson knight, as he runs over to pick up the fallen guard. "Much better than my attempt. Thank you for finishing what I seemingly could not, for whatever reason."


((Not sure what to roll here. Also, Time left in Avatar form left: 4 minutes minus however long this has been.))

((It's been 2 minutes. You don't have to roll anything right now))

"My name is Jax. And yours?" Jax asks the Crimson Knight

[zyborg]

"I am simply known as the Crimson Knight of Kord. It is a pleasure to meet you."

[Shock4484]

"Great shot," exclaims the crimson knight, as he runs over to pick up the fallen guard. "Much better than my attempt. Thank you for finishing what I seemingly could not, for whatever reason."


((Not sure what to roll here. Also, Time left in Avatar form left: 4 minutes minus however long this has been.))

"Aye, Sir." Foben turns his head toward the Armored Human "Tis by the wisp of an arrow, the help of the land, and the speed of my feet that I survive and live"

Foben continues to walk toward the 2 armored humans.

[Misaat]

Wait we are going just like that?... Oh Well...

Defeated Asmait stands up and follows the rest of the group

[THEChanger]

Wait, my lady! There are still things that must be discussed- Oh, by the Light. Valras followed the Lady Pinchot as she dashed out the door with her servent. The Order had warned him Rowan was a bit of a loose cannon, but neglected to mention just how much she was. This would be a difficult first assignment, it would seem.

[Princess]

What would you like to discuss, Valras? We can walk and talk at the same time, can we not?

[Maxios]

To the Champion: "We are forming an adventuring party, would you like to join?"

[zyborg]

"I apologize," the Crimson Knight sighs, "I am unable to join. I am bound to my summoner. Perhaps HE could join your party. I will contact him." He then goes around the nearest corner, and has a conversation... with himself. "Jason," he says, "do you wish to journey with these great warriors?" Jason replies, "why not? Oh, uh... you are dismissed..."

Suddenly, there was a flash of red light... and a sickly-looking man walks back around the corner. "So, you've met my guardian. I may not look like a good fighter, but I can hold my own until the Crimson Knight is needed." He then coughs a few times, and then cracks his neck.

[Misaat]

Asmait stares at the sick looking guy.

But weren't you... Nevermind...

"I seem to be surrounded by weirdos now -_-" He thinks to himself

[Maxios]

"I apologize," the Crimson Knight sighs, "I am unable to join. I am bound to my summoner. Perhaps HE could join your party. I will contact him." He then goes around the nearest corner, and has a conversation... with himself. "Jason," he says, "do you wish to journey with these great warriors?" Jason replies, "why not? Oh, uh... you are dismissed..."

Suddenly, there was a flash of red light... and a sickly-looking man walks back around the corner. "So, you've met my guardian. I may not look like a good fighter, but I can hold my own until the Crimson Knight is needed." He then coughs a few times, and then cracks his neck.

"Welcome to the Order of the Dungeeoners." Maxios tells the Crimson Knight/Jason.
"Any questions?"

[Shock4484]

Foben adjusts his bow back into place and joins the group forming... "So when do we head out?"

[Maxios]

"As soon as the others come out from the Wizard's Tower." Maxios says