Waterdeep [Sandbox 3.5] IC

[crimson77]

The morning has been cold in the dungeons beneath the city watch's headquarters. A new batch of prisoners are being brought into the cells. A few go here and there. Finally, three more enter your cell bringing the total to six. This cell is already cramped with little amenities beyond some old straw to sleep on and a bucket of water. You look at each other sizing up each member who you will be living closely with for a while longer.

Your cell is the last in a long line of cell. The hallway ends at your cell; there are about 10 other cells, some empty, leading towards your cell. You hear the iron gate slam down the hallway knowing that you are locked in here once again. You hope today they don't forget to bring the slop.

The most prominent thing within in the cell are large letters carved into the stone wall that say, "Welcome to Hell."

[OOC: please post stat blocks with your posts with links to your character sheets.]

[Quakes]

"Well, I'm glad I'm not in here for long. What did you gents to do earn a stay in the lockup?

[fungusamnguss32]

Ort carefully inspects the confines of his new home. Clearly the largest of the inmates, he feels lucky not to be afraid of small spaces. As he makes his way to the dryest corner and takes a seat agaisnt the wall he greets the others with a deep resonating voice that echoes through the dungeon.



"Lucky you. Cant quite remember how long its been for me or really how much longer Ive got. Dont much care one way or the other these days. I did what I did and now Im payin for it. If I have to rot in a cell the rest of my days, then so be it I guess. You seem awful friendly to be down here though. What brings you to these .... luxurious accomodations?

[Quakes]

Just trying to make an honest coin. Some "nobles" just can't stand to lose, and I'm a nobody in these parts. The guards certainly didn't believe I wasn't cheating. So, I ended up here. It's happened before, I'm usually out in a few days, tops.

[Oceanogler]

Statblock + Sheet
Timmaeus (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=398744)

Str: 8 (-1), Dex: 12 (+1), Con: 10 (+0), Int: 13 (+1), Wis: 15 (+2), Cha: 14 (+2)
AC: 11, HP: 8/8, Fort: +2, Ref: +1, Will: +4
Listen: +3, Spot: +3

The small bundle of rags and limbs in the corner of the rooms raises its head, filthy red hair a tangled mess, face smeared with mud. He stares at the newcomers with a pair of striking green eyes and snorts softly.

"More and more of you in here, is it? Stuffed in here like cattle for the slaughter, eh?" He mutters, his voice raspy. "In answer to your question, cousin, merchants don't like it when I try to spread Mother's love on their property. Heathens." He states, louder and directed to the elf.

At this, a large, sleek black rat's head pokes up from inside the tangle of limbs and cloth, nose twitching in interest, and looks around the room with glassy black eyes, soft pink paws resting on the skinny half-elf's arms. Timmaeus gives a small smile and starts to stroke the rat's head just behind the ears.

[GodGoblin]

From within a shadow on one side of the room a shape begins to stir, a balding human covered in dirt half steps and half rolls out into the light. "Blimey, do you all have to be so loud? By the Rogue.." He sits up and begins to cradle his head, feeling the effects of the previous night.

[fungusamnguss32]

Ya know, I think I agree with the drunk. It was a long and painful ride getting here. I just want to get some rest, so kinda keep it down. And I don't know how long i'm gonna be able to stand that stupid message either.]

As he finishes his last sentence, Ort motions to the "welcome to hell" carved into the wall. He stretches a little before making himself comfortable and then closes his eyes and starts to snore ... loudly

[ninthbit]

Jadzik, not really caring to talk, just picks an open spot. Tired, sore, and a bit on edge, he sits in a meditative position with the wall to his back. He begins to collect his thoughts and calm his nerves.

What fresh hell have I gotten myself into now? I know from time to time that River's Fork will sell off inmates for term on indentured labor on the Waterdeep docks, but that’s typically only when they need to make room or raise funds. This doesn't make sense. With his nearly eidetic memory* he begins to recall the last few days in hopes of noticing something he missed. Looking to answer the questions of what he's doing here, how long he'll be here, and how he can get away.

*OOC Note:
Eidetic Memory - The Autohypnosis (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/skills/autohypnosis.htm)class skill allows Jadzik to have perfect memorization and recall with a DC 15 check. Since he already has a bonus of +5, he can use this at will by taking a 10; unless some circumstantial penalty applies, in which case he would have to roll it. Distractions that require his concentration, such as combat would also prevent him from utilizing the skill, but whenever he is in new surroundings or on his guard, he would definitely be mapping his surrounding in his head. Noting who was where and any possible paths of escape.

For example, even if his head was bagged as they led him to the cell, he would have noted how many steps he was taking at each turn and noted how many different voices and where on the path they were.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Once the commotion of the new inmates' arrival has setted down, and the guards are gone, a short human appears walking down the hallway, humbling a rythmless melody and wearing only a ragged thong and half a ton of dirt on him.

He stops before the last cell door ignoring the gazes of the other inmates, opens it with what seems to be a bone, enters and closes after him.
"Ahh I needed that dump, hope the guard enjoys it." sais to nobody.

The dirty half-naked young man moves to the spot were a guy were sleeping under an old straw blanket, lifts the blanket and exposes everyone a dummy made with his clothes. He starts to undo the ball he had made with his pants that was the dummy head when he notices the newcomers.

"... Ort? is that you?" He stares at the half-orc snoring below the letters. Seeing he is not responding he throws a shoe to his face.

Once the half-orc wakes up and shows his size the small man strats laughting "HAHA! It's you! What are you doing here? I thought that by now you would be a barbarian leader with your father."

Sheet. (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=399342)

Rolls if they were necesary:
[roll0] Hide [[Hide: DC 12 (guards)]]
[roll1] Disguise [[Disguise bed dummy: DC 16 (for whole party to miss it)]] Rolling for time saving, pending approval on take 20 rule.
[roll2] Move Silently [[MS sleeping cell mates: DC 12]] Rolling for time saving, pending approval on take 20 rule.
[roll3] Open Lock [[Open cell with chiken bones: DC 20]] Rolling for time saving, pending approval on take 20 rule.
[roll4] Disgusting Dump in the Guard's food. [[
Disguise crap: DC 15]]

DC's given by DM via PM.

[crimson77]

Edward struggles for a few moments to get the door open. You can see sweat forming on his brow but after a few moments of agony he is able to twist the bones into the lock and get the door open.

After a few moments, you hear the thud of boots and a troop of guards come down the hallway. They are escorting a small thin women. The guards exchange glances as they near the empty cell juxtaposed to the party. "It's a girl right? Can't be that old...the warden would be mad if we stuck her with the men. Throw her this empty one for now." The three guards open the cell next to yours and toss in the small scared girl before slamming the door shut. You can hear the echo throughout the tunnels as they turn and mutter to themselves.

[Lilella you are in the cell next to the rest of the party]

[Quakes]

Trent looks over at the girl huddled in the next cell, and seeing the distinct features of one of his kinfolk, speaks to her in the musical elven language.

In elven

Are you all right? Don't worry, this place is not as bad as it seems, though I have never had an extended stay...

[fungusamnguss32]

Ort sleeps heavily. The commotion of cell doors opening and closing has become common place to him. Sleeping through a shoe to the face however is not so easy. Startled and a bit angered he quickly rouses from his sleep and stands to face his perceived attacker. Hearing the words of his old friend, Ort is taken aback. After a double take and rubbing his eyes to be sure of himself, he gently reaches down and picks up his small friend in a warm embrace. After a few moments he sets Edward back down on his feet light as a feather.

"Lil Ed! Never thought I would see you again my friend! What in the blue heavens are you doing down here? Last time I saw you ..."

Here Ort pauses as he reflects on times not only long gone but long forgotten.

"Well, you never did grow up any did ya Shorty? Ha! I'm foolin. So really though, how did you manage to wind up in here? I figured you better"

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

"And what can be better than this? I live in a guarded stronghold were free food is served at my very room. Surrounded by the most interesting fellows one can find in this rotten city." Sais Edward with a smile while waving his hand to the other inmates.

"But I am really intrigued... how did the guard managed to catch you? And for how long are you exactly imprisoned?"

Edward finish putting on his clothes and sits on the straw blanket. Finally noticing the other newcomer he asks.

"Is the guy reaching ilumination there with you?"

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella, sprawled out in the straw and dirt, quickly wipes her face to clear what might have been tears from her face, and raises her head to stare at Trent. She is immediately distracted by the sound of the guards retreating steps. She springs up, throwing dirt and straw in all directions, and storms to the cell door.

You can't leave me in here like that! Your lucky you had all your buddies to back you up! I could have taken you with one hand tied behind my back! She screamed down the hallway, furiously rattling the door. You better be glad I FEEL like staying the night here, or else you'd be in big trouble!

With that, she stomped over to the corner and flopped down to pout, facing away from the rest of the group. After several moments, she turned her head slightly to respond to Trent in elven, haltingly:
I, unfortunately, was raised by humans. I always wondered what it would be like to live among my own kind...
Lilella sighs.

[crimson77]

The guards pay little attention to Lilella's shouts and continue walking down the passageway. However, several prisoners farther down the hallway bang their wooden cups against the iron doors making a soft thumping sound in support.

[fungusamnguss32]

Well Ed, alot has changed since we were kids. I ... I've done things that can never be forgiven. The guards didn't ...

At this point Ort is stricken speechless as the elven terror that is now in the cell next to him gives the guards a good tongue lashing. Surprised and mildly amused ...

Whoa. Ya know I bet she really would give that guard a solid arse beating given half a chance! Truth is though, I turned myself in. I never thought I would be in here willingly. What I did though, that guy didn't deserve that. But me, I deserve this. A to how long will I be here? Who knows. Until they get tired of me or whatever.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward is focused on the conversation with his old friend when the elf lady starts shouting to the guards, nothing uncommon in jail, but a detail picks his attention.

Did she say "if she FEELS like staying"? It could mean nothing, but it makes Edward notice her.
The other elven immate seems interested in her, and that's even rarer. Elves are scarce in Waterdeep, even more in prison, and they usually know eachother.

He pays no more attention to the lady as she seems to be affected by her imprisonment and continues talking with Ort.

"So you turned yourself in, that explains a lot. Well worry no more thug, now you are in Waterdeep, where nobody cares about your problems. Hahaha!" Edward starts laughting again, willingly trying to change the mood his friend has gone into. Edward doesn't really care about what he did, he knew Ort well enough to know he was trustworthy, whatever he did, was in the past.

In Orcish: "Well, you can stay here until they get tired of you, or you can come out with me when you get tired of them, heh." Edward learned Orcish from his butcher father and Ort was one of the very few people he knew that could speak it too, so it ended like a sort-of secret language between them. He was glad he could use it again, it had been ages since he used it for anything else than swearing. "Although I don't think it will take too long for them to get tired of your smell." Edward jokes.

[GodGoblin]

"What part of quiet dont you people understand!? Thats it, im leaving." With that Jeff picks himself off the floor and walks towards the cage door as the guards walk away from the girls cell. "You, Guard! Approach me." He bellows down the hall, filling his words with a magical compulsion. Come on my lord, let this act of treachery work...

If the guard walks up to cell Jeff gives him a smile "Just wanted to say I do admire the work you fine gentlemen do" He says as he motions for one of the others to come to the door.


Casting Command :http://www.d20srd.org/srd/spells/command.htm
Divine favour check: [roll0]
Slight of hand [roll1]

Edited: Was going to pick the key off him but the DC of 20 means I cant as im untrained and therefor can only attempt DC10 or under. :smallannoyed:

[crimson77]

The guard approaches with a glazed look in his eye. He approaches the cell and looks inside straight at Jeffery's eyes. The other guard on duty yells at him from down the hall, "What the...pay no attention to those inmates..." But the guard stands his ground staring at the prisoner.
wil save [roll0] vs DC 13

[OOC: make sure you remember to bold your characters talking and please post the DC for your spells :smallbiggrin:]

[AngelEyes23]

The commotion perks Lilella's curiosity. She turns around to study the strange, bald headed human, wondering about the confused guard in front of him. She also examines the other inmates of the crowded cell. She noted Ort's pale green skin, whose size was a huge contrast to the obvious shortness of the small human beside him that seemed vaguely familiar.

Looking further back into the cell, she noticed Timmaus, still petting his rat, Jadzik, who seemed to be asleep, and shyly glanced over at Trent.

Coming to the conclusion that the group may not be staying in the jail cell very much longer, she resolutely stands and searches her cell for anything that might possibly be useful. If anything happens, I think it might be fun to follow them along. She smiles to herself.
Roll:
search
Edit: im going to get this right eventually:
[roll]1d20+8 search

[crimson77]

Lilella looks through out the cell. She notices a few things that are of interest to her including a few old wooden bowls with encrusted old food, a small wooden shank (1d1 damage), a wooden pipe without tobacco, the heel of an old boot, straw for a bed, a bone needle in the straw, and a few copper pieces (4 cp) in a small carved out corner of the stone. Nothing else is is much interest in the cell.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella excitedly equips the shank, slipping it carefully in her beltloop to make it handy. She weave the needle into the collar of her shirt to save for later. She collects the 4 copper pieces and the wooden pipe and tuckes them in her pocket. The pipe may come in handy later.

Next she runs her fingers through her hair, and a small glint of silver flashes in her hands. The guards are distracted with the others now, so she slips up to the door of her cell and attempts to unlock it.

[if the cell door unlocks] She takes the bent hair pin, straightens it, and returns it to it's hidden place in her hair. She then attempts to jam the heel of the boot in the door to make it appear to be closed.

Fairly satisfied with her efforts, she returns to the straw, arranges it into a pile, and lounges in it to watch the nearby activity.

Rolls:
[roll0] open lock
[roll1] disguise

[crimson77]

Lilella is unable to get the door unlocked as the guard stands near the other cell looking deeply in to the eyes of the other prisoner.

[fungusamnguss32]

Being much taller than his friend, Ort notices the actions of his cell mate and then oblivious nature of the entranced guard. Still speaking to Ed, now in Orcish ...
"Ya know, now may be our chance if we really are thinking about getting out of here. I'm not much for violence on fools that don't deserve it but I think this may be our ticket. Take a lookat that guard there. Anything you can do?"


[roll0] spot check

[GodGoblin]

Sensing that he may be running out of time and guard wont be here forever Jeff places his hand behind his back and makes a few gestures to represent picking a mans pocket. He rattles on to the guard in the hopes he can detain him for a moment longer "I mean it cant be an easy job, hows the pay? Ive often thought about a career in law enforcement you know.."


Bluff: [roll0]

Delivering a Secret MessageYou can use Bluff to get a message across to another character without others understanding it. The DC is 15 for simple messages, or 20 for complex messages, especially those that rely on getting across new information. Failure by 4 or less means you can’t get the message across. Failure by 5 or more means that some false information has been implied or inferred. Anyone listening to the exchange can make a Sense Motive check opposed by the Bluff check you made to transmit in order to intercept your message (see Sense Motive).

The message he is trying to convey is to take the key from the guards belt.

[crimson77]

Jeff's cell mates quickly catch on to his gesture as the guard stands there. You realize you only have a few seconds to make a move before the guard regains composure. Time is quickly fleeting away.

[Quakes]

Trent sees no need to attempt to break out of prison, as he is being released in the morning. However, he carefully studies the guard's face and uniform, in case he has need of a disguise later.

[Oceanogler]

Timmaeus stands and moves towards the bars, Barnabas scampering up onto his shoulders as he does so. He gets into position so that if the guard starts to leave before the key is taken, he can distract him with insults and jeers.

[roll0] DIPLOMACY check to try to infuriate the guard once the compulsion wears off, but only if one of the others does not take the key before this point.

[ninthbit]

Rolls involved, pre-edit
Jadzik exits his meditative state and quickly notices that his surroundings have changed.

Jadzik quietly gets Jeff's attention, "Tsk, you're waisting your time. Let it go." Then he looks over to Ort, "How long was I out?"

Check to see if he noticed Edward while in the hall (Spot: [roll0]) Edit: Nevermind... he wasn't there to spot.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Seeing as nobody responses to the drunken old man signs, Edward say to Ort
In Orcish:
"Hey, remember this trick?"
The gets near the guard and with a quick move gets his hand out reaching his belt, but instead of taking the keys, he takes the belt itself!

[roll0] Sleight of Hand vs the belt

[crimson77]

Ort notices that the guard is wearing padded leather armor with a wooden practice sword used to keep prisoners in line. The sword is dirty and covered with sweat and dried blood. He, like most guards here, wears the faded red padded armor with old leather pants. His armor has food stains on it. An old iron key dangles from a small chain looped around his belt.

The party watches in silence as Edward carefully undoes the guards belt, but as he tries to pull it out from the pants it catches and does not come sliding out. Edward drops the belt, still attached to the pants, and the pants come tumbling down to the floor exposing the guards genitals. At the same time you hear yelling from down the hall as the other guard shouts, "Who $€!# in my stew?" and you hear the clatter and screams of a wooden bowl being thrown into a nearby cell.

Your attention returns to your enraged guard who is grasping to both pull up his pants and grab his wooden sword. You see the key lying on the stone floor within grasp of Lilelle. The key must have gotten dislodged from the belt and skid across the stone floor.

[Quakes]

While the guard is yelling and distracted, Trent subtly uses his mind to float the key into Lilelle's cell, while pretending not to notice the ruckus that is happening near him.


Cast Mage Hand to lift the key into Lilelle's cell, not dragging so it doesn't make a noise. Hoping the noise from the guard is enough to cover any sounds I make.
bluff to conceal the action [roll0]

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward turns arround to check if Ort was looking. "Classic" Edward smirks.
"Who sais this cells doesn't have windows? I bet that lady is watching a full moon right now."

Right in time a guard voice can be heard complaining about something in his food. Edward can't stop laughting at this point.

[ninthbit]

"Ort, I do have to say; I like this friend of yours. He has style."

[Oceanogler]

Statblock + Sheet
Timmaeus (http://www.myth-weavers.com/sheetview.php?sheetid=398744)

Str: 8 (-1), Dex: 12 (+1), Con: 10 (+0), Int: 13 (+1), Wis: 15 (+2), Cha: 14 (+2)
AC: 11, HP: 8/8, Fort: +2, Ref: +1, Will: +4
Listen: +3, Spot: +3

Timmaeus's face twists into a sneer as the guard's trousers drop.

"I always knew you were tring to compensate for something, waving that sword in my face whenever you could, but I never realized that you were quite so ... lacking. Shamed by a halfling? He may be half your height, but he's still twice the man you'll ever be! Don't worry about covering up, there's nothing to conceal. Why don't you run back to cry to your mother, and get her to come down here and sort out the big nasty halfling? She could hardly do a worse job of it than you are!"

Timmaeus jeers at the guard, gesturing mockingly at the man's crotch.

[crimson77]

The key makes it way safely into Lilelle's cell and falls upon the soft straw almost vanishing from view.

You doubt the guard noticed since he is entranced with his pants and humiliation. He turns red with rage as Timmaeus taunts strike deep. The guard pulls his pants up and crudely buckles them before drawing his wooden sword. "There will be hell to pay!" He shouts in a defiant tone. The other guard comes rushing toward the group with his sword drawn.


[OOC: End of first round; it is the party's turm]

[fungusamnguss32]

With reflexes rarely seen in someone of his size, Ort reaches through the bars of the cell as the guard is still pulling up his pants, grabs him by the collar of his shirt and pulls his face within an inch of the bars on the other side of which now stands a glowering orc. With the deepest, most menacing tone he can manage Ort attempts to ... reason, with the guard.


"If you or any of your buddies open this cell then you're right, there will be hell to pay. Last I checked we out number you almost two to one. Right now, your pride is the only thing broken. You come in here with me and I will make sure you leave with more. Now I suggest you clothe yourself properly from now on and keep out of reach of the prisoners. Understand?

With his statement complete, Ort releases the guard as quickly as he had grabbed him. Then, while motioning for his friends to stay behind him, he backs to the far side of the cell.

[roll0] melee touch attack
[roll1] grapple check

[crimson77]

The guard nods at Ort's request and a sense of reality comes over him. He backs away as the other guard nears. There is a quick mumbling exchange between the two guards and they turn and start down the hallway in the other direction away from the party. You hear mumbling about how it would be not worth it and let sleeping hobgoblins lie. Soon they are seated in a few chairs far down the hallway.

[crimson77]

[Note: everyone receives 100 xp for ending the encounter]

[GodGoblin]

Once the guard is out of ear shot Jeffrey turns to the rest of the group "Well done my friends! And bless The Rogue! That was the easy part, lets get some rest and walk out during nightfall, should only be a handfull of guards, and most likley arent too on the ball at that time either."

Jeff sits himself back down into a corner and makes himself comfortable "You best keep that key safe girlie." He says to the elven woman sitting the cell next door.

[fungusamnguss32]

After the guard leaves, Ort composes himself and retakes his former seat against the wall.

"ya know,it seems we all make a pretty good team. Well done all the way around really.

Here Ort mildly chuckles to himself as he recalls a guard nearly wetting himself and yet another complaining about a ****ty meal. ;-)

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

"And there you were saying you had changed... " sais Edward to Ort smiling at the half-orc attitude.

Edward is happy that the event ended without blood, he never misses a good brawl, but in prison that usually means afterward higher security and less food.
He looks again to all his inmates and analizes their reactions, when his eyes stop in the half-elf he remember something he said to the guard.

Edward stands up and moves near the half-elf and whispers in elven: "Hey buddy, listen, I know you were making fun of the guard and all and it was hilarious! but... don't ever call me halfling again, or you will be known as the half-half-elf if you know what I mean." even someone who could not understand them could say the tone was menacing. Edward could never stand people making fun of his height, but those who actually confounded him with a halfling were the worst.

Moving back to his original point he asks Ort "So, you came here with meditation guy there, and he speaks to you like if you knew each other..." Edward looks at the human while speaking to make him part of the conversation.

[Quakes]

Trent throws a sly wink at Ort, pretending he had played no part in the encounter with the guards.

I'm sure I don't know what you're talking about, but if you'd like to get together for a drink when we get out of here, you seem like a nice group to share a laugh with.

[ninthbit]

Jadzik

"The names Jadzik, and yes we know each other. We both shared a cell in River's Fork. He suffers from the same maladaptive anger disorder that I do, and I've been helping him with it.

I once studied with the monk's at a monistary not far from that city. While I never reached any degree of enlightenment, I did learn a thing or two while I was an initiate. The meditative techniques I mastered and taught Ort provide a buffer to our emotional triggers and allow for a degree of cognitive restructuring. I have to say, he's doing quite well with it."

[fungusamnguss32]

"Yeah Ed, I know Jadzik. I guess he is better at saying how though. He has been very helpful to me these post few months. I've learned better ways to focus my anger into my enemies instead of just raging all over the place. And don't let meditation boy fool you, he's pretty tough when it gets down to it. He can certainly hold his own in a fight. By the way, have you seen my mother recently? The way I left her. I would really like to go see how she is doing once I get outta here.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella, who had been restlessly playing with the boot heel, slides closer to the group, picking up the key and tucking it in her pocket 'till the right time comes.

Still fidgeting with the boot heel, she seems to realize something.Hey, are you "the" Lil'Edward?Lilella laughs.I thought you looked familiar! Everyone always tells stories around town about the little short tempered theif. They say your temper is short as you are! She blinked. But they also say your not half bad. Perhaps I could learn a thing or two from you?

Her eyes scan the group. By the way, my name is Lilella, perhaps you can introduce yourselves? With a bried shy look at Trent, her eyes return to Lil'Edward And could you guys help me keep an eye on our guards? Surely they may drift off at some point in the night, we'll need to take advantage of their drowsyness.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward's face darkens as he hears Ort asking about his mother. He doesn't know... oh sh-t. He frozens for a second, not sure how to go next, when the lady from the other cell speaks.

Edward sees it as a valid escape route. He fakes a big smile and turn to her. "How many incredibly talented, charismatic and handsome men you know by the name of Edward? I see my fame grows bigger everytime I meet a fan."
"I won't care about the night guards, they are usually too busy getting drunk to care what happens here. And as for the tricks, sure, I could teach you a couple..." Edward winks and smoochs his lips.
Hoping his comment would draw the attention elsewhere from Ort's mother, Edward yawns loudly and adds "I think it's time for some rest." He then takes the straw blanket he was sitting on, retires to a corner and lays down.

I can't tell him, not yet, not here.

Bluff roll, use it if it is necessary to change subjects and go to sleep. [roll0] although I think I don't need to roll.

[Oceanogler]

"Father's blessings for the assistance, cousin." Timmaus says, bowing shallowly to Ort. "I feared I would have to take another beating, and was not looking forward to it.

He turns to Edward, and bows once more.

"And my apologies to you, cousin, I did not intent to offend you. I was only using your stature against the guard, and meant nothing against you."

[roll0] (Knowledge(Local) check) Going to say this means he knows 2 gangs, their area of operations, and their heads.

"If we intend to escape, we should probably go through the sewers. Snakrab runs them in this area, and he is known to willingly help out others in exchange for favours. I doubt we'll need to leave the city, the guards find more important things to do and stop looking for escaped prisoners after a week or two, but if we need to leave the city, Valthellis and her Wharfrats own the docks. She's dangerous to deal with though, so I'd rather avoid her if we can."

[fungusamnguss32]

"Well since it seems I know a few folks here I can introduce us. And as you have our key, its probably important we get to know each other. My name is Ort. This feisty short stack here is my old friend Edward. There human there, his name is Jadzik. He ismy friend and mentor. A for the other two well, we just met too."

[GodGoblin]

"Dont worry about finding a gang too much, any gang that knows whats good for them wouldnt turn away a priest of The Rogue, not worth the bad luck it could bring. Get some shut-eye, help get out of here and ill make sure we are looked after"

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella tucks the boot heel in the little bit of space left in her pocket, making sure to make the key accessible. She then snuggles down in the straw the best she can, and turns to watch the guards from the shadows.

[roll0]

[crimson77]

After a few hours Lilella can see the guards start to setting down and play cards while one brings out a jar of what you think must be homemade moonshine. After another hour they seem to have nodded off for the night. Whispers between cells start, you hear several voices calling out asking Lil' Edward to get them food or some of the moonshine, and others asking him to let them out.

[ninthbit]

So, how do we get out of here without setting off the other inmates jealousy. All we need is for them to start yelling as we make for the sewers. I doubt a mass breakout will work for us either. Does anyone know what these guys are in for anyhow?

[crimson77]

Knowledge local (DC 10)
This jail (where you are) is for petty criminals and those awaiting trial for crimes and theft. The violent criminals and those who the authorities are fearful of their intentions are jailed in one of the cities southern islands in the bay. The island is isolated with only access from a boat. It is illegal to enter that jail without a express permission from one of the lords. It is also said to have areas of deaf magic where spells and items cannot function. In theses areas that hold the worst of the prisoners. You are thankful you are not being held in that prison.

[crimson77]

Jadzik (update: or Spot DC 15)
Knowledge gained during your meditation reflection that is relevant to the current discussion. On your way into the jail you noticed a grate that must lead into the sewers. The grate is in a long passageway a little ways from here. You think you heard water dripping from above so it must have been used as overflow from a fountain or street grate above. You did not see a passage way above so the overflow piping must be small but the grate is large enough for a typical sized person to slip through.

The guard quarters are located farther down the corridor before the holding the small processing cells. They are usually filled with several guards.

Additionally, this is only one of many hallways of cells. It is uncertain if there are multiple keys for different wings of the jail.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella crawls over to the bars between her cell and the rest of the group with a mischievous smile. I disagree with you, friend. She whispers. I think that a nice distraction would work perfectly. So, here's what I think we should do... Her smile grows wider. We unlock all of the cells, cautioning the other prisoners to wait for the signal. We tell them we have to rush because not all of us will make it. This will cause them to stampede at the signal. We tell them the way out, though it isnt really the way out. We tell them the way to the guards quarters. Her eyes dance with excitement while she grins wickedly. In the meanwhile, we hold back, which won't be hard since we're in the last cells of the block. We then head for the nearest entrance to the sewers, while the others cause an uproar in the guards quaters.

She looks at the group. All we need to know is the way to the guards quarters, and the way to the nearest place we can get into the sewers. Her eyes move to Ort. I imagine that the sewer theives are pretty well informed, they may have some information for you, Ort, about your mother. She leans into the corner and sighs happily. This is the change I've been waiting for... a cause, I suppose.

[fungusamnguss32]

Having been sitting quietly in his corner, Ort rouses somewhat at the thought of escaping and being able to find his mother. As he listens to the sounds of the other inmates around and the discussions of plans nearby, he contemplates possible outcomes. As, the female remarks on her thoughts, a plan is visioned in Ort's mind.

"The girl has a point. The best way for us to avoid add many guards as possible is to have them all occupied. Besides, my big clumsy self can't really sneak anywhere. There may be a problem though if anyone follows us or if one of the guards catches us. Plus we still need to find out exactly where or point of exit will be."

[ninthbit]

Actually that is a pretty good plan. I would change one detail. Instead of sending them to the guard room, lets show them the way out. With luck a few may get away. Instead of the guards looking inside for strays, they will have to give chase. Additionaly, this, way none will bear us ill will for sending them to a trap. Jadzik begins sketching a crude map by scraping the layer of filth on the floor. We can led them out this way, and once its clear use the grate right here to access the sewers. It looked easy enough to pop up.

[Quakes]

"Sounds like a fine plan. It lacks flair, but when your options are limited, you make do with what you have."

He throws a wink at his self-proclaimed, unstealthy companion.

"Don't worry too much. I have something up my sleeve if the guards get too close.

[crimson77]

After a few more moments of discussion Lilella opens her cell door and then unlocks the cell door where the rest of the party is located. Everyone quietly starts to whisper to the other cells about the plan. The other prisoners grin with excitement and start to run almost immediately after being released from their cells. By the time you let the last cell out the hallway is vacant. You can hear commotion down the long hallways as you realize the prisoners did not heed your advice and have gone in all directions trying to find their own way out. What has seemed like a good well thought out plan has turned into chaos as their instincts of self preservation, untrustworthiness, and revenge have taken over.

Lilella realizes that she no longer has the key as the group starts to make its way towards the sewer entrance. She is uncertain if she dropped it or if it was stolen. However, it is likely that it was stolen during the escape by one of the prisoners.

It does not take long to reach the iron grate leading to the sewers. Ort is able to rip the grate free from its holding. The rusted metal crumbles at the hinges allowing the gate to be completely removed. The tunnel below is dark and a fowl smells wafts from below.

You gently try to fall into the large pipe (jump/climb DC 10 for no dmg/1 dmg if unsuccessful). The floor is slippery with mold and grime. You make your way down the sloping tunnel towards what you hope is the sewers. The smell intensifies as you get closer.

The tunnel ends at an outlet where the tunnel pours into a large basin of sewage water and overflow from fountains. The stench is almost toxic. You carefully swing from the tunnel ledge onto a stone walkway to avoid falling into the watery pit (jump/climb DC 10 to avoid failing into the water).

As you regroup on the stone walkway in the sewer tunnels you see a shadow coming from an adjacent walkway that leads into this room. There is little time to hide (unless you jump into the water) before a large menacing figure comes from that passageway. A huge bugbear comes into the dimly lit room. He snarls before speaking in a gruff tone, "Who you be? You be in Snakrab domain and you must pay the fee for safe crossing. The fee be one silver each for safe crossing."

As your eyes adjust to the dim light you can see the bugbear has a drawn sword with notches in it that cause tearing in the flesh as it is removed. He is wearing leather armor that is stained with grime and dried blood.

Sense motive: DC 15
He looks intimidating but has not taken up a fighting stance. He reminds you more of a bouncer at a pub, ready to fight but hoping to avoid physical confrontation if at all possible.

[ninthbit]

Jump:+6 or Climb: +6, (Take 10 on both checks for a 16 each).
Sense Motive: [roll0]


Going down last, Jadzik replaces the crate the best he can as to delay the guards from noticing that anyone went that way.

[crimson77]

I forgot [100 xp for escaping the jail]

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

When Edward wakes up half the cells are empty already "What... what. What?" Aparently Lilella is enjoying herself releasing everyone from jail, and his cell mates are helping her.
This is so careless Edward thinks with his eyes wide open.
He hears the guards shouting orders and someone hitting the ground. Ok, no time for thinking.

Edward moves with the rest of the newly formed group, apparently they were planning all this while he was sleeping and they are quite proud of how it's going. "I just hope your lack of long term thinking is compensed with big amounts of luck." By this point Edward can't do nothing but smile at hte situation, he look at Ort and the other inmates Just like old times.

After landing with his face in the sewers, Edward humour darkens, he hated the sewers.
Some smelly and gross time later they find the first inhabitant, a Tunnel Trash member.

"It's ok pal, we don't want any trouble, here, have this platinum piece, I'm afrai I don't have any silver, I hope it covers for the whole group and for your silence." Edward search inside his underwear for a coin and moves towards the bugbear as if giving it to him, he then fakes slipping and dropping it high in the air.


Previous rolls:
First Jump [roll0]
Second Jump [roll1]
Sense Motive [roll2]

Bluff roll for the coin toss in the OOC.

[Quakes]

Trent casts feather fall on himself to avoid falling into the muck at the bottom of the pipe.


Climb [roll0]
Sense Motive [roll1]

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella hesitates at the top of the grate. Here's the hard part. She sighs, makes a brave face, and attempts to climb down.
[roll0] climb down

{if she starts losing her grip, she attempts a desperate jump}
[roll1] jump

[fungusamnguss32]

After Ort rips off the grate to the sewer, he then makes sure all of his friends get down into the sewer. Only by being persuaded by his mentor, the large half-orc nimbly hops down the hole. After a fairly clumsy exit, Ort steadies himself on the ledge before noticing the danger ahead. Wanting to avoid any confrontation, Ort just wants to get as far from the jail as he can, as fast as he can!

First jump: [roll0]
Second jump: [roll1]
Sense motive:[roll2]

[crimson77]

The bugbear reaches out and grabs the copper piece from the air after Edward threw it. He snarls at the copper, before saying "You owe a few more prisoner. I know where you come from". He nods towards the tunnel. "Maybe you can be of help to my boss to pay for your safe passage?"

Roll:[roll0]

If needed (AC)AC 16

[ninthbit]

Getting started, but then realizing too late that he still didn't actually know his companions name, "It should be a honor to give free passage to us. Do you know who this is? This is Montero Brisbain, second acolyte of Kiljew. A priest of the rogue. Kash, quickly substitutes the name of a monk he once knew and a bastardization of kill-you as he presents Jeff.


Bluff [roll0]

[crimson77]

The bugbear snorts, "Never heard of him. Must not be important. But I do know and worship the rogue to keep me safe on the streets. He passes for free if he blesses me. Snakrab trusts my judgment, maybe you can offer something that is more than silver. Do others have skills or are you drunkard looking for a bottle?"

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella steps up behind Jedzik when she sees the bugbear. She quietly steps up behind Jedzik, placing the heel of the old boot in his hand. You might need this as a weak attempt at a blunt weapon. She backs away as the bugbear turns his attention to Jedzik.

She attempts to hide herself in the shadows and sneak around behind the bugbear. Whatever rogue god their talking about out there, please, please, please guide my steps. She steps up behind the bugbear and lightly checks his pockets, searching for anything useful.

Roll checks
[roll0] hide
[roll1] move silently
[roll2] sleight of hand

[crimson77]

Lilella is able to capitalize on the bugbear being distracted as he speaks with the priest. She knows she only has a moment. She moves quickly but silently and reaches into the large thugs pocket in his baggy leather pants. She feels metal and wraps her fingers around a coin. As she brings it out of his pocket she smiles feeling the familiar feel of the embossed dragon on the coin. She knows it is a gold piece. She quickly steps back into place and the bugbear hopefully did not see her.

[Oceanogler]

Escape rolls
[roll0]
[roll1]

Timmaeus makes it to the edge of the sewer entrance and starts to lower himself down, but slips on the damp rock and lands hard on his knees. He manages to make a pained jump across the sewer water.

He stands ready near the back of the group, prepared to either run for it or dive in to fight depending on how things go.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella puts her new shiny coin in her pocket, keeping her hand in her pocket. She was amazed at how much more valuable the coin felt when she had no other coins. During her brief "joyride," stealing gold and jewels seemed to lower the value of the individual gold peices. She was not willing to give up this coin, or the new found appreciation of it, any sooner than she had to.

Thinking back on the bit of teamwork it took to get them out of jail, she knew that she owed the rest of the group. From the looks of the bugbear, and the speed at which he found them, she also realized that the tunnels must be swarming with Snakrab's lackeys, making it important for the safety of the group if they stay together. And important for me to stay in the center of the group to keep the dirty theives from stealing my gold peice back... She sighed, and immediately struggled not to gag from the stench permeating everything.

Stealing herself, She stepped forward to address the bugbear. She motioned to Edward: My friend here isn't the only one with talents. Perhaps there is something Snakrab needs doing in exchange for safe passage of the group? She smiles and winks at the bugbear, then casually studies her nails.

[crimson77]

The bugbear nods to Lilella's comment, "Me thinks you could work something out with him. There is a bit of a turf war occurring near the docks. Maybe me boss can give you a job in exchange for your safe passage in the tunnels?" The creature then makes a jesture in which he signifies that he will lead you to his boss.

[ninthbit]

For lack of a better option and to better distance from potential guards, Jadzik follows.

[Quakes]

"Oh good, I have a score to settle with certain 'employees' of the dock district." Trent follows, trying not to look too eager.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward doesn't really like the idea of him working for the Trashes, specially when he doesn't owe them anything... but he doesn't have any other plan for the day, and it could be fun to mess arround the dock and making the Trashers take all the blame.
Edward smiles at the idea.
"Yeah, that sounds like a plan. Let's go see your boss."

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella looks at her group-mates and nods. She remains in the center of the group, however, not eager to make the same mistakes and lose her gold coin.

[fungusamnguss32]

Knowing that everything, even a smooth escape, has its cost, Ort agrees to work for his freedom. As they walk, Ort moves himself along the line of companions to position himself at the front. Always ready to face any enemies that might challenge the safety of his friends.

[crimson77]

The bugbear leads the party though the tunnels and passages. The stench is overwhelming in areas of open water. You continue to cross sections of sewage water sometimes only supported by wooden planks. Finally, you reach what is sounds like commotion coming from a large room. The room is filled with different men and women of all kinds of races. However, you see many rat men or skaven, the creatures that live below within the sewers. Their rat faces are filled with hate and they hiss. You can pick out Snakrab easily; his towering body is filled with scars from fights. He stands in the center of the room facing a rat man who is shackled with stones around his feet and two human men hold his arms. The rat man's back is facing a large pool of sewage that continues into the distance. The smell in this room is almost unbearable but only you seem to notice.

Snakrab shouts at the rat man not even noticing you entering with the bugbear, "You Hazzen, have been charged with breaking the guilds tenants, you have not only stolen from me, but from all of us..." Snarls and shouts fill the room as he continues, "We can no longer trust you and for your punishment you are to die, may the god of the rogue watch over your soul!" With a fast movement he draws his short sword and punches into the rat man's chest and the two men holding the creature toss it into the sewage. The creature screams with pain before being silenced as it falls deep into the water with a loud splash.

Snakrab then turns towards the bugbear and seeing new faces he growls, "What did you bring me here? Escaped prisoners? Someone looking for some coin?" He licks his lips and continues, "I dear say they look delightful. Mayhaps they could not pay the toll to cross the tunnels and have to work off their debt? Me thinks they can be of use....would you kill for safe passage? One of my men has left our services in hopes of living his life on the docks. He is not stupid as this other...would you remove his life for me?"

[AngelEyes23]

K-K-Kill??? Lilella's face pales as she looks around at her companions. This was entirely not what she had in mind.

She glances over all the foul creatures surrounding them. The sight of the blood that had spurted from Hazzen's chest, and the contorted look on his face as his life was taken kept replaying in her mind. She knew the creature's scream of pain would keep her up at night for many weeks to come.

Now looking into Snakrab's bloodthirsty face, she couldn't imagine what to do other than to agree and hope to escape later. She remains silent, hoping her group would make the dreaded decision, while attempting to determine if Snakrab is up to any trickery, which, undoubtedly, he is.

[roll0] sense motive

Something seems off, but Lilella has no idea what it could possibly be. She tries not to worry...too much...

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Snakrab... gross, stupid and dirty. Yet he had power, some kind of it.
I don't want to make his disrty job. Edward thought, Maybe we can arrange other terms...
He looks at Lilella who obviously was not thinking about this when they all planned going though the sewers, and notices her face fading pale. Hang there lady, thinks would be much worse if you faint here

Edward makes the first move to attract the attention off of Lilella. "Kill a man... seriously? I thought you were the mighty Snakrab, leader of the most feared gang of Waterdeep. And what does he to those who betray him... kill them. Like a farmer will do. Show some class! You have before you one of the most skilled group arround, we could do something much better with him, something that would send a message."
Edward let's snakrab fantasize about the idea, he is sure his mind would think about some gory stuff. And meanwhile he can think something to help them out.

Edward checks the status of the rest of the group. And looks for some familiar face between those on the room.


Bluff [roll0] if it is necessary.
Search for someone I know [roll1]

[fungusamnguss32]

"You are indeed a generous host. My friends and I would like to thank you for safe passage through your domain. As to your request of us to take the life of another, I would like to know how this person has wronged you."

[crimson77]

Ignoring the few attempts at persuasions offered Snakrab shakes his head and replies to the next question, "He has sold my secrets and taken what is mine. By the thieves code I demand his death!"

[ninthbit]

I'd have to say, seems a waist. This house cleaning task is something you will obviously want advertised widely. Wouldn't an in house agent serve you better? My companions and I provide a more lucrative option. We are unaffiliatd and mostly unknown to Waterdeep. Don't you have any endeavours that require discretion.... something you don't or can't have associated with you?

diplomacy [roll0] <--- Ouch!!! :smalleek:

Jadzik also makes a mental photo of all the key players around Snakrab. Autohypnosis :15, 10+5

[fungusamnguss32]

"Then we shall set an example of him in your name so that all who hear of his demise will know what it means to cross the mighty Snakrab. The terms you offer however are not acceptable. Surely this mans life is if more consequence to you than a few coin."

[crimson77]

"You are right. He is worth more to me than coins. That is why you will be apart of my empire. If you do this you will become one of us. A dream that many thieves are unable to obtain."

[ooc: yes you should be reading into this delusions of grandeur]

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella shivers. If Valthellis of the Wharfrats is more dangerous than this, I definitely don't want to meet her...

Lilella picks up on Ort's tone, and an idea forms in her head. She straightens, and shrugs off the fear that had shaken her, converting the adrenaline into words, attempting to stir Snakrab and the other ruffians into a rage. So you're the Great and Mighty Emperor Snakrab. I have heard of your mighty empire, growing every day. Now that I see it, I am truly not disappointed. Nothing but pure genius could bring this together like you have. But I have also heard other rumors. I have heard that the leader of the Wharfrats, Valthellis, scoffs arrogantly at your superiority. She laughs at your mighty empire, claiming that you are all yellow-bellied sewer sludge, content to cower, belly up, too afraid to see the light of day. I have heard that she recruits daily, gathering forces from around the world. She intends to attack you! She claims that she will root you out like a rat terrier, that she will feast on you, oh Mighty Snackrab, for her lunchmeat! Lilella blushes in fake rage. Oh Mighty Emperor Snackrab, it is unthinkable that she would even be able to dull your mighty blade, but the easily fooled citizens of Waterdeep believe her! Even now you are the common joke in the taverns. Don't allow this wench to continue to trod upon your mighty name! Now is the time to strike, and strike true with all your mighty forces, before she has time to mobilize! You will sweep over her like a mighty wave, leaving nothing behind! You must show the citizens of Waterdeep once and for all who is truly to be feared in the night! Sweat beads on her brow from the "righteous" rage she has whipped herself up into. She nobly bows her head, panting and peaking out of the corner of her eyes to see if anyone bought it.

[roll0] bluff

[GodGoblin]

Jeff steps up towards Snakrab and presents his holy symbol "My gracious Lord! You are truly blessed by the Rogue, I can see his aura surround you, most impressive!" He turns to the other prisoners with a shrug "And he did break the thieves code, the code must be upheld..."

Taking a few more steps towards Snakrab he kneels before him "An emperor of Thieves would surely want an advisor in matters arcane and divine, like all the great emperors before you! I offer my services and the constant blessings of Olidammara upon you. I can provide with the luck of the Gods to see you through the task!"

Sorry for the delay guys, had some stuff sprung on me and wasnt able to get to a computer.

Diplomacy:[roll0]

[crimson77]

"I agree that Valthellis must be dealt with. However, me thinks the time in wrong. Their numbers are large and the scaven are banned from the city streets. We must continue our slow drawn out war for the docks will one day be ours. I will take your counsel Priest, maybe you can convince your followers to see things in the light of true thieves... His voice trails off, his attitude has changed from hostility towards you to one of indifference.

[Quakes]

"We will find this man, but won't it be a better display of power if he must face the justice of the thieves here? We will bring him back alive to face the consequences of violating his vows to your mighty guild.

[crimson77]

"Bring him here if you must. I will kill him myself if you are to weak to do so. He is a human named Oster you will most likely find him in at the docks. Watch out for Valthellis's men, they do not take kindly to us. It is like they can smell us coming. The bugbear will show you out if there are no other questions." The crowd shouts with glee with the prospect of another grimy death.

[ninthbit]

Actually... I have one. More of a request than a question though.

Do you happen to have any spare blades?... maybe even some leather? Seeing that the toll we owe for passing was only a few silver and the task set before us worth much more, it doesn't seem too far out of line for you to provide a few armaments..

[crimson77]

Snakrab snorts at the comment, "You are not gaining passage for this task but rather invitation in to our brotherhood. I think any thief worth his salt can find himself a blade and a few silver rather easily...are you not a good thief?" The crowd laughs at his comment and cheers.

[ninthbit]

concentration check for Jadzik to keep his cool and not get himself killed in an angry outburst. [roll0] I'm guessing DC15, he's tired and this guy's arrogance is on his last nerve.

Starting to lose himself into his rage, Jadzik tightly grips the makeshift sap of a boot heel. F@#$%*g rat faced bastard. I'm going to drive a blade clear threw his $#*%ing skull.

On the verge charging at Snakrab, Jadzik releases his meditative focus, a safety valve to his rage. With clearing a part of his mind, he is able to reassert control over his emotions. Quickly blinking twice, he takes a breath and recomposes himself.

With a wry smile, A good rogue never passes the chance to get something for free. We’ll manage.


This was all mostly for a little fun and flavor. Failing the check, he spent his psionic focus to regain himself and take a 15 instead of a 10 on a second check. Psionic Focus (http://www.d20srd.org/srd/psionic/skills/concentration.htm)

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

I guess it's time to leave.

Edward turns back letting the bugbear head them back to surface.

I don't like this, I don't like this at all. For the price of a silver we are heading to very much our death. Valthellis is well known for her power in the docks. This guy is probably there hiding from Snakrab under her protection.
We are being completelly used for provoking Valthellis without Snakrab making an official move... "... and who wants to join this crap band of losers anyway." thinks Edward aloud and continues mumbling grumbles a couple of minutes more.

[Quakes]

Trent is keeping an eye out for an armory, or any easily pilferable supplies. He will whisper to Lilella and Edward to keep an eye out as well, once they are out of casual hearing distance.


Spot [roll0]

If anything is lying around and no one can see, Trent will use a mage hand spell to acquire small items (a bow for himself, arrows, daggers for the rogues, etc.) Anything less than 5 pounds that could be useful.

[ninthbit]

As he calms down on the way out Jadzik regains his focus. Once clear of Snakrabs men Ha, join them... that @$$ just signed his own death warrant. He just made it my personal mission to end him. I'm more inclined to hit the docks and offer my services.... ... at a price.

[crimson77]

The bugbear turns and leads you out of the large room. Trent sees many broken and discarded objects along the path, much looks like junk than anything worthwhile. Upon reflection, he is not surprised that there is little of worth scattered around, this is the sewer and the inhabitants of Snakrab's gang are petty criminals without out much coin or belongings. Most of the men in the room had little possessions on them but sewage stained clothing and maybe a knife (made out of metal if they were lucky).

The pathway twists and turns through several tunnels; it was easy to get lost if one is not playing close attention to detail. Finally, the bugbear reaches a grate at the end of one tunnel. He pushes it open with a grunt and turns to the party, "Here you go, freedom. When you find the man, bring him to any sewer entrance, we will find you and bring you all to Snakrab..." His voice trails off with an indifference. He turns and walks back into the dimly lit sewers.

You look outside of the grate, it is raining heavily you can hear it pattering against wood near by. It is still night outside and this tunnel exits below the docks. The tide is out in the bay allowing for an exit from this tunnel. You see areas where you could climb up the dock supports to the boardwalk above (DC 10).

[100 XP for escaping the sewers]

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward goes outside and let the rain clean his stinky clothes.

Once the bugbear is nowhere to be seen he talks to the others.
"Well, I think we should end the night in some tavern."

[Quakes]

Trent will cast a cantrip to clean up everyone's clothes, and take 10 on the climb check (for a 14)

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella shyly thanks Trent, turning to address Edward. If we would be so lucky as to avoid the notice of the Wharfrats while we cross their board walk, I would be happy to sleep in an alley way. Something tells me Valthellis won't miss noticing us cross her turf. She casts a sideways glance at Ort.

What does the group wish to do? We need to figure this out before we attempt to cross the docks, or else we might have trouble. Personally, for some reason a group of fishy pirate wanna-be's are more appealing than a bunch of poopy rats. What exactly does anyone know about Valthellis? Is she really all that bad compared to what we just went through?

[fungusamnguss32]

As he exits the sewers, Ort seems glad to be free once more.

"Well I don't know about you all but I have no intention of killing this Oster fellow. Now perhaps we can find him and warn him or something, however I must agree that a night in a comfortable bed would be a much requested change. Being flat broke however may make that a problem. Also, before I do anything for or against Snakrab, I very much wish to go visit my mother."

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward breathes deeply as he listens Ort talking about his mother again.
I guess we have to do it sooner of later...

"Lilella, I think we can walk safely. They don't know we are here and even if they notice us we are not a threat, at least now. Ort has been far away from Waterdeep long enough for nobody to recognice him, and he has the right to visit his mother." He looks at the rest of the group.

"Let's go now, we will figure out what to do after that."

Edward starts walking without talking much. He leads the way the best he can to avoid problems using his knoweledge of the city, he walks about 20 feet before anyone else so he can check obstacles better. At a certain point he crosses through the west graveyard as if it were a shorcut. Suddenly he stops, making a signal for the group to stop. "Ort, come here."

Once Ort goes near Edward he sais "I've been trying to think the best way to tell you this since we met, but there is no good way." Edward points at the wet tombstone with dry flowers by it's side, right before them. "I'm sorry..."

[crimson77]

The rain continues to pour down on your heads as you stand in the muddy graveyard. The small graveyard is empty except for the group. Jeff bows down on one knee in the mud and offers up a silent blessing for Ort's mother. It is like the everyone in the group is waiting for Ort's reaction.

[ninthbit]

Solemnly, Jadzik asks "Ed... How did it happen?

[fungusamnguss32]

It takes Ort several moments to even realize what he is looking at. He stares in mild disbelief for a few minutes before walking closer to the grave stone. Without making a sound, he drops to his knees just in front of the stone and gently rubs over the words with his fingers. As he realizes the depth of the reality, anyone standing nearby could hear him faintly weeping. After a moment, Ort wipes his eyes and slowly stands. He then looks to Ed questioningly. With fresh tears still forming he speaks in a very soft yet incredibly powerful voice.


"How long and how far I have traveled so that I was not here when my own mother left this world. Please tell me if you know, how did she die?"

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward's heart hurts like hell seeing his childhood friend broke. He wait there, silently while he cries the death of his mother.

Then Ort stands up and asks him the feared question. I can't lie to him now.

"Some months ago she was reported missing. Her body was found two days later in an alley of the north district. It seems some bandits killed her when she resisted to be robbed."

Edward's voice contrite. "I tried to trace them back. I tried to find out who did it for weeks, but nobody saw nothing, nobody knew nothing, that means they are being protected. I tried... I tried... I'm sorry."

[ninthbit]

Knowing that Ort will want revenge, Jadzik asks "I guess we'll have to ask a little bit harder. How many 'guilds' does wardered have that work that area? Expressing some sarcasm on the title of guild. I'm sure if we press hard on one of the smaller gangs they'll give up who did it... or at least who's protecting them."

[crimson77]

Jeff nods at jadzik's comment, "Someone somewhere knows something about what happened."

[AngelEyes23]

I'm sure just about anyone in the alleyways or pubs can point us in the right direction, with a bit of encouragement. she steps forward and pats Ort on the back. Come on guys, lets get out of the weather for a bit and see if we can find any leads.

[fungusamnguss32]

With a calm and subdued complacency, Ort nods at Lilella's advice and slowly starts to pad off away from his mothers grave. For as sad and hurt as he appears, anyone that knows what signs to look for can tell that a fire had been lit inside the heart of the big half orc. The inferno that could come from it will likely not be sated any time soon ...

[fungusamnguss32]

As Ort leaves the graveyard he starts to walk without thinking. Still caught up in himself and the mistakes he has made, he walks without caring where he goes. As fate would have it however, he begins to walk in a direction that starts to feel oddly familiar. As he walks, Ort can be seen to occasionally wipe away a fresh tear. Suddenly with party in you're, he stops to take note of where he is. Without much hesitation he turns to Ed and asks


"My mothers home, my home, what had become of it since she .... since she was murdered? Is it still there even?"

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward follows Ort quietly, not daring to say anything else.
When Ort speaks he is almost surprised. "Well... there was nobody arround to take care of it, and I was too busy looking for clues in the streets. I guess it is now some sort of hobos hide- "

Suddenly Edward realizes it "Of course! Nobody knows you are back, nobody will look there for us."
*Glup*
"... If... you don't mind, of course."

[ninthbit]

With a satisfied expression, This is acceptable Ort. We'll stay there the night to collect ourselves, and in the morning we start out in our search for answers and justice. Jadzik then looks at the others. Tomorrow Ort, Ed, and I set ourselves on a personal matter. You are welcome to join us for the night. You all seem quite capable and we could use as much help as we can get, but if you choose your own path we will all understand.

[fungusamnguss32]

"Indeed, you are all most welcome friends in my mothers home. However, we cannot get ahead of ourselves here. If there are indeed squatters of ill repute now taking residence there then it is unlikely that they will leave willingly and they will need to be evicted."

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella nods at Jadzik, I will be happy to help, I have nothing better to do. She gives Ort a sideways glance, thinking about what it must be like to lose a parent. As the group begins to move again, Lilella slips into the shadows and follows, not willing to be in the center of a fight, if there is one...

Rolls
[roll0] hide
[roll1] move silently

[crimson77]

You wind through the empty streets in the rain pouring down on your heads. You reach Ort's mothers house with little trouble. The small one roomed home looks run down from months of failed upkeep. The windows are broken and the door is ajar leading you to believe that it is not vacent.

[Quakes]

Trent will sneak up to the window to look in, trying to see if there is anything dangerous inside.


Move Silently [roll0]
Spot [roll1]
Listen [roll2]

[crimson77]

The inside is filled with trash and smashed furniture. On the floor you see two bodies that appear to be sleeping; however, you cannot tell what race they are.

[AngelEyes23]

It would be best if we have an opportunity to question them to see if they know anything. She nods at Ort. She then attempts to slip in the door and search the room, looking for anything advantageous, particularly rope, and settling into a good position opposite of the front door should there be a confrontation.

rolls
[roll0] hide
[roll1] move silently
[roll2] search

[fungusamnguss32]

As the group nears the building that once was his childhood home, Ort initially slows down to hang back. Fearing that someone may be inside he decides to let the stealthier members lead the way. When he is certain that there is no one awake in the house, Ort then quietly moves to the front door to examine the place for himself. Dark vision on full alert, he takes note of everything within.

[roll0] move silently
[roll1] spot

[crimson77]

Entering the house it is apparent that most of the things of value in the home have been taken or destroyed. As Lilella and Ort move into the room that the occupants are clearly asleep with bottles of cheep ale surrounding them. You can see that they are goblins, probably homeless or belonging to a gang and trying to stay clear of the guards and many others who do not trust their kind here in Waterdeep.

Lilella does not find any rope lying about, really beyond trash and broken furniture there is little value here in the home. However, she cannot do a complete sweep of the house without worrying about waking the goblins. She does find a broken brooch lying on the floor covered by trash. The silver glows lightly in the faint light (it is most likely worthless in its present condition since it is broken and contains about a copper pieces worth of silver).

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella feels confident enough that the sleeping goblins are out enough to risk a whisper. These guys may know something, lets question them. Ort, you pin down the one that's close to you, Jadzik, you pin down the other one, the rest of us will help where needed.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Meanwhile Edward is outside guarding the door, he tries to lurk in the shadows, making sure nobody suspicious is looking and getting in position for not letting anyone leave if necesary.

Rolls if needed. If not he takes 20.
Hide [roll0]
Spot [roll1]

[fungusamnguss32]

Ort nods at Lilella's suggestion before turning to Jadzik. He then gives a silent countdown from three to one with his fingers while slowly creeping towards one of the sleeping goblins. When he reaches the end if his count down he swiftly kicks the intruder before reaching down and taking hold of him in a tight grapple.

1d20+ 3 melee touch attack
[roll0] grapple check

[ninthbit]

Following Ort's lead; Jadzik grabs the throat of the second goblin, pulling him into a headlock. Enabling him to control how much noise the creature can make.


If attack roll if needed: [roll0]
Grapple Check: [roll1]
Unarmed damage if grappled: [roll2]

Proposed grapple checks if goblins or 1st lvl warriors from SRD:
Ort's (Goblin #1): [roll3] (BAB: +1, Str: +0, Size: -4)
Jadzik's (Goblin #2):[roll4] (BAB: +1, Str: +0, Size: -4)

If goblins are nonwarrior or average str, then opposed checks could be up to 2 less.

[crimson77]

Jadzik grabs his target and quickly places it into a sleeper hold, which caused the creature to become knocked out almost instantly after awaking. The creature goes limp in his arms and he knows it will be out for at least an hour.

Ort has a hold on the creature with his massive arm at the creatures throat - he only needs to apply a little pressure (e.g., roll nonlethal damage) to knock the creature out. The creatures eyes are filled with rage and it tries to struggle to escape but the large half-orc can easily hold it without it being able to escape. The goblin hisses, "What you want orc?"

[fungusamnguss32]

"I want to know why you two are in my house for starters. You cooperate and tell me all I want to know and you and your partner here will get out of this alive. Try to fight and my friends and I will squish you into the mud like little bugs, got it? So tell me, how did you decide to stay here?"

[crimson77]

The goblin nods and speaks in a gagging voice, "We give you respect. House empty when we found it. We stay here out of rain. It has been rain lot lately. Safe place for goblins. Many hate goblins here. We can go elsewhere."

[ninthbit]

Sense motive: [roll0]
Searching the Goblins for weapons and other useful items. Search: [roll1]


Once the goblin falls limp in Jadzik's arms. "Blood choak... God I love a good blood choak. Lilella, check that one for weapons, money, or anything of use." Then Jadziks starts to inspect the possesions of the passed out goblin.

Ed, how's it look out there?

[fungusamnguss32]

"Likely story. I too have no love for your kind. However, I also do not have hate for you just because the color of your flesh. You see you are surrounded in here, and I have more friends waiting outside. You seem like one with common sense yes? If I release my hold on you, will you attempt to run away?"

If the creature agrees, Ort will release him rewards the back wall of the house, being sure to stand between the goblin and the door/window.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella glances back over the house, wanting to search it, but First things first... She picks up the brooch, examining it carefully for any significant symbols or script that may be unusual.

She then searches the goblin Ort has pinned, trying to be as thorough as possible.

rolls
[roll0] decipher script, if necessary
[roll1] search

[crimson77]

The goblin agrees and sits back as the others stand. They have little of value on the, between the two of them they have 3 copper pieces and two bone knives (1d2). Their clothing is soiled with mud and mold and has an age it it that let's you know they have lived in it for a long time. They also reek of cheap alcohol and goat weed, a substance smoked by many goblins with psychedelic effects. The goblin waits for Ort to speak and says nothing but stares at the floor in fear.

Lilella searches the room and finds little else of value but 10 silver and a dagger hidden in the floor boards. Most everything else in the room was trash or empty bottles. The brooch was at one time a nice piece, most likely owned by Ort's mom but he has not noticed you picking it up.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella thinks about the situation for a moment. It would be best to try to earn the group's loyalty and trust with these trinkets. They don't need to know about my sticky fingers... She marks the place where the dagger is hidden, intending to come back to it later when no one is watching. She then takes the trinket and silver, walking over to Ort.

This looks like it may have belonged to your mother. She says, pressing it into his hand. I also found ten silver, though I'm sure that it was dropped since her death because it was scattered beneath the broken furniture. All the same, I will give you the lions share, and split the remainder between the rest of us so that any who wish to go their separate ways may depart in the morning with something to sustain themselves on. She gives ort 4 silver, and passes the remainder out to the other party members. She leaves one on the threshold of the door for Edward, smiling at the shadows, and keeps the last one for herself. She starts cleaning up the room, piling the broken furniture and trash in the corner, keeping a wary eye on the goblin during the interrogation.

[ninthbit]

Holding the bone knife he lifted from the unconscious goblin, and the single silver that Lilella just handed him, Jadzik shakes his head in disappointment. “We REALLY need to get some money and equipment. We’re no better off than these two.” He scuffs as he points to the two pathetic looking goblins. “I’d kill for a sword and some armor.”

[Quakes]

I'd be happy with just a bow. There's nothing quite like drawing the string back to your ear, taking aim at a deer, and bringing in the kill, to let you know you're alive. Armor just means your prey has a better chance of hearing you coming.

[ninthbit]

With a great sword, who cares who hears you... you can cleave them in two.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward uses the time he is alone outside to think about the next step. This was not his first time in prison and it won't be the last, he knows where to get the equipment he needs to get going, and his father's house is not far away if needed be.
I know Ort and his situation, but can I trust the others?
After some minutoes he reaches a dead point.
Well, it can't be more dangerous having them armed than now. They could kill me in my sleep with a rock. Also, for what I have seen so far, they are not the psycho kind.

Edward tries to listen the conversation inside. I hope they don't take much longer, I would kill for some warm food... just while thinking about that Lilella briefly appears from the shadows inside the house and drops a silver coin for him by the threshold.
Well, seems it's safe. Edward takes a look arround for the last time before leaving his hideout and entering the house, picking up the silver in the way.

Once inside he takes a moment to check the situation and then secures the door behind him with some furniture piece.
He checks the other rooms making sure all doors and windows are close and closing all the ones that are not. He looks for anything that could be used as food, like old ham, stony bread or fresh rats.
Then he starts picking wood pieces and proceeds to lit a fire in the chimney to get warm and dry himself.




Knoweledge Local [roll0] For the best place to pick up equipment with few coins... or less :smallbiggrin:
Listen [roll1]
If any food was found, he tries to make it better in the fire.

[crimson77]

Edward does not find any food in the small one room house. He knows there is a small vender who has a general store that is usually stocked but only has limited equipment on hand. However, since it is so small it is often not targeted by the thieves and might make for a good hit for a few coins and a few swords.

[fungusamnguss32]

After Ort releases the goblin, he waits quietly as he stands ominously in front of it. He graciously accepts the coins and brooch Lilella hands him with little more than a nod and a quick glance. Once Ed finally enters the room, Ort then decides he has made the goblin wait long enough.

(I am posting several questions. These are asked in order and separately, waiting for an answer before proceeding)

Ort squats down to rest on his haunches as close to eye level as he can be with the frightened goblin
"Now the time has come for you to tell me all I wish to know. How about we start with an easy one, how often do you and your friend stay here?

Do you know of anyone or anything else that uses this place for shelter other than yourself?

When was the first time you decided to stay here?

Where will you go if I release you?

Now, before I decide whether or not I should let you two go or just be done with it and kill you, I need you to tell me who it is that you work for."

[roll0] sense motive

[crimson77]

"Now the time has come for you to tell me all I wish to know. How about we start with an easy one, how often do you and your friend stay here?

"Found this place when rain started. Maybe a night or so ago...stay dry we want."

Do you know of anyone or anything else that uses this place for shelter other than yourself?

"We find no others here. Some food was here but we eat food."

When was the first time you decided to stay here?

"Too nights ago, when the rain started. So cold that night was"

Where will you go if I release you?

"Into the rain. Find another dry area and some food."

Now, before I decided whether or not I should let you two go our just be done with it and kill you, I need you to tell me who it is that you work for."

"We hid from guards. Guards no like goblin-kin. Hide from jails or death. Need money and food. Come to city. City no like me."

Sense motive DC 18
You sense that he is withholding some information.

[fungusamnguss32]

"Yeah, I think i'm just going to kill you. You are hiding stuff from me. In my home! You stay here with out permission and now, I get the impression you are lying to me. At the very least you are not telling me the whole story. So this is your last chance you filthy beast, tell me more or I am going to have to kill you and your friend."

As he starts to speak the last sentence, Ort very calmly stands up directly in front of the goblin. When he finishes speaking, he stretches his neck and shoulders, cracks his fingers menacingly, and slightly flexes his muscles as if preparing for a fight.

[ninthbit]

Jadzik listens in on the conversation.
Sense Motive: [roll0] <--- oh.... so close
If he suspects anything
huh.... hey Ort, you know he's lying right. Goblin, that mouth of yours better start spewing the truth. My friend here has been more than accommodating to a trespasser like you. He could have just as easily snapped your neck in your sleep. Count yourself lucky to be alive and allowed the opportunity to explain yourself.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward shakes his head at Ort after listening the goblin answers, letting him know that he is not telling the truth.



[roll0] sense motive

If I shake the head before Ort's last post it will make more sense.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella, having cleaned off a small place to sleep, turns as ort begins to question the goblins. Lilella slides the second bone knife to Edward's feet. She then pulls the shank out of her belt loop, crouches down, and attempt to look fierce while Ort questions...
rolls
[roll0] intimidate (low roll means she couldn't over come her cuteness)

[crimson77]

The goblin shutters with fear as he realizes Edward is on to his lie and Ort is likely to harm him. He continues speaking, "Me work on docks stealing boxes at night. Me hear story from rat man of 'nother gang that he knows of a safe place cuz old hag die. Me leave docks cuz it unsafe and guards look for goblinkin. Me come here to stay away from dock gang and rat gang until I find money."

[ninthbit]

For your sake, you better be telling the truth. Who were you working for on the docks?

(if he wasn't working for anyone in particular)
Who were you selling the boxes to then?

What was the name of the 'rat-man' you heard these stories from?

(if he doesn't know)
Would you recognize him if you saw him again?

(doesn't really matter how he answers)
Well it's your lucky day, you just got yourself a benifactor. You seem to be of value to us. You're going to take us to where you heard this. We want to have some words with this skaven.

[crimson77]

The goblin starts to look scared as Jadzik starts to ask him questions. "Me no no the boss. Me get one silver for box I take off ship. Me think I get caught one night but it was a rat man from 'nother gang. He says he give me 2 silver per box. I help him. Me no no his name. He smell like sewers. He tell me this cuz I help him. He say he help me be free of docks. Me gang get mad me no have box for that night. Me and friend run here and hide."

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward takes the bone dagger and nods at Lilella.

[roll0] Sense motive again
"It seems he worked for the dock gang and switched to the sewer's gang, not the dock gang is looking for him, probably to kill him." Edward looks at the goblin while saying this.

"He might be of use. If he shows up in the docks some dock gang member will come after him. We can use the goblin as a bait."
"Then we can ask the dock gang member about the friend we are looking for."

"It seems you can get out of this alive and maybe with some coins goblin, if you are smart enough to help us. What is your name?"

[crimson77]

"Me is called smells funny. That is lumpy. We from black tree tribe. We no want to die by you or gang. Let us go and we leave town."

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella smiles coldly. You had the chance to leave town before we got here. Why are you here? (waits for an answer) You made the wrong choice. Now you will do what we say. She looks at her cleared out bedspace longingly.This is taking too long...and I don't like being kept from my sleep. If this lasts much longer I'm gonna start poking him to see him dance... He's already lied once, and what he just said doesn't seem to make logical sense. Maybe pain can get straight answers out of him... She grips the shank tighter.

rolls
[roll0] Sense motive

[Quakes]

Trent takes the group aside for a whispered conference, except for Ort, who is still guarding the goblins. He pitches his voice so that the goblins cannot overhear him.


In elven
I'm not saying we should trust the goblins, but we did just break out of jail. Getting out of the city is not a bad idea. We need to make some quick coin so we can get supplies, but then we should leave before the guards notice we look like a group that used to share one of their cells.

[crimson77]

"Me here for coin. Me wait for dock gang to forget us and then we steal boxes for sewer gang. But me no trust sewer rat mans. They all look same. Me come here to rest. Me should have left city. Me want coin more. Me forget this place for coin?"

[ninthbit]

I know for a fact that Ort won't leave till his mother is avenged, and I won't either.(in elven)

[fungusamnguss32]

As the group confers without him, Ort maintains his guarded stance over the goblin. As the goblin finish speaking, a thought occurs to Ort.
"You seem to like coin very much yes? What is it you would do with more con if you had it?

[AngelEyes23]

In elven
It sounds like the ones were after was those stinking rats in the sewers, we could go hang out in one of the tunnels and pick them off, the guard obviously never goes down there. Once we're done, we can skip out of town till the guard finds someone else to worry about. Any ideas on where we can get weapons and armor?

[crimson77]

The goblin responds to Ort's question, "More coin more ale and maybe sword."

[ninthbit]

Haa... After we clear this city of all their sewer garbage, we'll likely be given an award from the city council. That insane Snakrab has already tried to test my resolve. I hope it's his people that did this... I would love an excuse to push a blade through his throat so no one has to hear him talk again. I don't know the city, I'm not from here. I was transferred to that cell just hours before you came in. Ed may know were we can acquire some stuff... Hey, where did he go?

[crimson77]

The goblin perked up with the name of the sewer gangs leader, "Snakrab, he bad. He do bad things. You work with him? Me hear that he send men to kill old lady cuz she was short a silver coin on her loan. He inforcer for loan shark. Me hear loan shark turn up dead too when he tell Snakrab that he no need to kill customers. Snakrab bad. Me stay away from him. Work with Ratman I do."

[ninthbit]

Back in common: What? The rats don't work for Snakrab? Was the old lady the one who lived here? Goblin, you seem to know more than you let on. You're safest way out of the city is to help us. Otherwise, we're likely to sell you to the "dock gang" for their information about the rat men and the woman who used to live here.

[OOC: No bluff role because he isn't decieving]

[crimson77]

"Rats don't trust no one. Rats use him like he use rats. Woman maybe live here. Me no no. Snakrab think he control rats but only rats control rats and rats like to kill rats for more power. Maybe there is reason he still alive surrounded by rats. Me no no trust rats but sometimes they help. Like help mes find place to sleep."

[ninthbit]

I'm usually opposed to unnecessary violence... but I'm tired, hungry, and frustrated. Lets just kill everyone and be done with it. This way we know for sure we properly brought the killer to justice.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella shudders at the thought of killing the unarmed goblins, attempting to focus her thoughts somewhere else. I would be happy to go and borrow some weapons and necessities for us, but I don't know this area very well. I don't think my neighborhood is too far from here, though. All the shops are closed by this hour. Perhaps the rogue priest would be willing to accompany me and provide assistance? She smiles deviously at Jeffrey.


[roll0] local knowledge of her neighborhood(she very clearly remembers the food vendor that she got caught by, and perhaps will know of a weapons/armor vendor)

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward sights. "We are all too tired from the recient events. Let's sleep and rest, we will decide our next step tomorrow."

"Let's tie this fellows to themselves so they don't try to escape. I will be doing the first guard."

After tying up the goblins and making room for everyone to sleep Edward moves near the door and spends the night watching closely outside, with his bone dagger at hand reach.

-If nothing happens:
After a few hours Edward is more a zombie than a guard. He moves violently when he feels a hand grabbing him.
"Your time for sleep."

Take 20 on Rope Use
Listen [roll0]

[crimson77]

After a night of sleep you are feeling more rested and level headed. The goblins are struggling to get free, lacking any rope Edward was forced to use their clothing and whatever else he could find. Part of you is surprised they are still there in the morning.

The goblins are arguing softly in goblin about who got them into this mess and if they are going to die and whose fault it is that they are going to die.

The rain continues to fall outside making it hard to tell the time but you figure it is mid morning.

Lilella
You know of a small vender a little ways from here that might make for a good target.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella struggles not to giggle at the goblins, the first thing she hears as she wakes up. Theyre almost cute! She gets up, looks around, and continues cleaning, attempting to slip the dagger out, tucking it in her waistband, beneath her shirt, without being noticed amidst all her dusting and cleaning motions.
[roll0] sleight of hand

[crimson77]

[OOC: feel free to roll spot checks if you think your characters would care that Lilella is removing a dagger from beneath the floor boards.]

[ninthbit]

Jadzik was either still asleep or meditating. In either case, he didn't notice.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

After a much needed sleep Edward is ready for the next step.

"Timmaeus will stay here watching the goblins. The rest of us will go outside to get some money, clothes and weapons. Once we do that we will start asking questions about the guy Snakrab wants to kill and Ort's murder."

Edward waits for eveybody to speak up and then leaves the house. If it is still raining a lot of the tents won't open today ...Let's pay a visit to that old fart warehouse
Edward guides the rest to a warehouse "We should find clothes here and maybe some food."

He takes a look for guards, workers or the old fart himself.

[roll0] Knoweledge local for reaching some warehouse runned by someone mean, evil or that sometime insulted Edwards height.

[roll1] Spot, for the people currently defending or working on the warehouse.

[crimson77]

The warehouse is owned by a man who just about everyone in the docks refers to as "the old bastard." He is a disorganized wealthy man who runs the warehouse which supplies many shoppes and stalls around the city. He is tough on thievery but if you can manage to get a box or two then it is generally worth your while. This is because the boxes have assortments of many different things all mashed together. A sword might be mixed with an assortment of dresses and stale bread. The problem is that the place is usually heavy guarded (especially at night) and workers are busy transporting and determining the contents of the disorganized boxes.

As you approach the old bastard's warehouse, you notice that a small shipment of boxes is being unloaded from a small cart. Many of the workers and guards are trying to keep out of the rain and only a few are actually unloading the cart. You can see that at least one box is left on the cart as a few men are discussing something in a covered overhang a little ways away from the cart. The men are about 20 feet from the cart.

The cart itself is a hand cart with two large wheels and is meant to be pushed or pulled. The cart is propped up against a wooden block to keep is upright.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella winks at the group and slips up to the cart, hoping that the heavy rain would provide enough cover to snatch the box without being noticed. [roll0] move silently
[roll1] hide

[crimson77]

Lilella moves towards the cart and hides behind one of the wheels. She can feel the mud seeping over her boots but she can now take a quick peep and see the box. The box is quite large, it must weigh around 50 lbs and its dimensions are at a first glance 1 ft x 1 ft x 3-4 ft. There are rope fashioned to the smaller sides to allow for easier carrying.

Lilella cannot hear the guards conversation since the rain is drowning out the sound of their voices.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward


Edward moves in the opposite direction of Lilella's hiding, ready for causing a diversion if the three men happen to notice her.

[crimson77]

Edward sees that the men seem not to have noticed Lilella move to the cart. They are just talking and smoking tobacco from long cigars and blowing the smoke into the direction of the cold rain.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella slips up on to the cart, grabbing the ropes on either side of the box, the 3-4 foot stretch almost beyond a comfortable width. She them attempts to carry it silently away to the rest of the group without drawing attention.


Med load:53
Max load:80
[roll0] move silently
[roll1] hide

[fungusamnguss32]

Lilella struggles not to giggle at the goblins, the first thing she hears as she wakes up. Theyre almost cute! She gets up, looks around, and continues cleaning, attempting to slip the dagger out, tucking it in her waistband, beneath her shirt, without being noticed amidst all her dusting and cleaning

Ort sleeps fairly close to the goblins in case they decide to make a break for it in the night. As the morning comes and members of the group start to stir, Ort eventually wakes up. As he first opens his eyes, he notices Lilella across the room just then standing up and seeming to tuck something into her clothing. He thinks little of it at the time as so far, she seems to have gathered quite a few possessions. As he stretches and rubs his eyes to fully awaken, he remembers the small goblins. After Lilella and Edward leave, he decides to have another small chat with the goblin he spoke to the night before.


"Good morning my little captive intruder. I hope you slept well. It seems that I may have an opportunity for you two. You like coin, and for your services I can provide that. Also, should you decide to work for me for a bit, I may even be able to get that nasty Snakrab and those ugly rat creatures off your back. For now though,.just sit tight. I will have to discuss the matter with my friends. Also, you will have to prove we can trust you. However, if you play smart, I could be the best boss you have ever had.

With that, Ort sets about straightening up the house as best he can until the others return. Once he has accomplished as much cleaning as he can manage, Ort turns his attention to the brooch given to him by Lilella. He studies it for some length of time before recalling the night he left. After repeating the events out loud to whoever was caring to listen, he neatly stowes the brooch into his clothing as best he could. Afterwards, he stands up and walks to the door and peers out through the rain asst his old neighborhood.

[roll0] spot check outside. Looking for his friends and whatever else he can see through the rain

[crimson77]

Ort

The goblin nods in agreement to his proposed but yet vague plan. He seems to nod back to sleep now that he is still tied up but the majority of the party has left.

The neighborhood has gotten seeder from what Ort remembered. It was never the best neighborhood but it seems that there were many burned out houses now and vagrants hustling. Ort became thankful that his mother's house was still standing and not turned into a burned out husk.

********************

Party

Lilella carefully moves into position and pull on the box but notices that it will not budge. She then quickly looks and sees that the box's rope handle is tied to another rope securing it to the rear of the cart. She can see that the knot is wet and likely stuck preventing this box from being removed during the unloading of the cart. The rope looks sturdy but old covered with grime and is likely been used many times for securing boxes into the cart. Other untied ropes also hang on the back side of the cart.

The box itself is nailed shut making unloading it from within the cart problematic. The box has been painted with the symbol of the old bastard's warehouse - a fox head within the letter "U".

[Quakes]

Spot check to see if I can see what Lilella is struggling with.


[roll0]


edit: probably didn't see, so never mind =)

[crimson77]

The party can see that she is struggling with something but it would be hard to see unless you are on a roof top of a near by building or can see inside of the cart. The rest of the party is hiding in an alleyway a little ways away so they can see what is happening.

[ninthbit]

Cr*p d**nit, who’s idea was it to send the little girl to steal heavy crate. I'm going to see if I can help. Get ready to cause a distraction if I'm seen.

Jadzik then tries to follow the path that Lilella took to mimic her approach to the cart.

Hide: [roll0]
Move Silent:[roll1]
Listen: [roll2] (in case I hear anything from the guards)
Spot: [roll3] (once I'm there to see what’s going on)

If he makes it to the cart and sees that the rope is stuck he'll use his bone knife to cut it free and help bring the crate back. If the rope is sufficiently hard, he would use his psionic focused-sunder to ignore half the objects hardness.

[crimson77]

Jadzik makes it to the cart and can see the rope tied to the large box. He pulls out the bone knife and slowly works through the hardened rope. Finally, the box is freed from the rope. The guards do not seem to have noticed the two working the box free from the cart.

[ninthbit]

Jadzik quitely wispers to Lilella OK, lets get the hell out of here. You take that end, I'll get this one.

They then get down and carefully sneak back to the group.
Lilella:
Hide: [roll0]
Move Silent: [roll1]

Jadzik: (if its needed, he's working with Lilella and following her lead)
Hide: [roll2]
Move Silent: [roll3]

[crimson77]

The two grab the box and start moving back towards the alleyway containing their friends. However, they do not get more than a few steps away when they hear a shout from behind them, "Stop! Where do you think you are going?" The three guards notice them and draw wooden bats from their belts. "Put down that box!"

[OOC: If Ort wants to have found the party by now that is fine with me]

[Quakes]

Well, I guess it's my turn.

Cast Disguise Self to look like one of the city guards (I knew studying them closely would pay off at some point).

Trent steps into the light, and hails the guards that are yelling at his friends.
"What's going on here? I heard yelling. Are these workers doing something wrong unloading this box?

He glares at the guards and waits for their answer.

bluff, hopefully aided by the disguise.
[roll0]

[crimson77]

The warehouse guards stop for a second as the city watch appears. "Those two are trying to steal one of our boxes. Can you have them arrested?"

[Quakes]

Thieves, eh? I'll need some more muscle to bring them in. He waves to the alley where the rest of the group is hiding, motioning for his "hired muscle" to join him.

Once they are there, he'll speak to the "thieves".

You two will have to come with us now. And bring that box, we'll need it as evidence.

[crimson77]

"The city watch seems to be rather short staffed to hire a ragtag bunch of clowns like those? You can take those two thieves but the box should stay here. It is not like you really need it right?"

[OOC: need another bluff check DC 15]

[Quakes]

Why yes, we are shortstaffed. You're lucky I was even in this district at this time of day, instead of protecting the folk in the nicer parts of town that actually deserve it. Now, if I don't have the box, I won't have any evidence, and no way to convict them of a crime. You don't want me to have to let me run off into the night and escape justice, do you? He looks to his partners for corroboration.

Bluff
[roll0]

[crimson77]

The guards look to each other and then shrug. "Well ok then...I will send Fredrick with you to watch over our goods and bring them back after the magistrates determine their ruling." The shorter guard reattaches his club to his belt and walks out into the rain towards the city guard and the two thieves.

[Quakes]

If you insist... Trent leads the group away. Actually, since you're along Fredrick, go ahead and carry that crate, so I can tie these thieves' hands, so they can't run off.

Once the guard takes the crate, Trent will pretend to tie Jadzik and Lilella's hands behind their backs. While doing so, he will whisper to them to wait for his signal.

Ort, make sure these prisoners don't escape. If they try, you know what to do...

[crimson77]

The young freckled faced Fredrick nods in agreement as if he is on a special mission. He grabs the crate from the thieves hands and carries it - you notice that he is struggling a bit with the weight. It seems that Fredrick is not as strong as he would like others to believe. It is not long before you are a few streets away from the warehouse with Fredrick in the middle of your party wobbling as he carries the heavy awkward box.

[Quakes]

Once we are in an alley with no one around to see, I will signal for Jadzik and Lilella to slip their bonds, and knock out Fredrick, but not kill him.

[crimson77]

The party turns down an alley - Fredrick does not appear to be in the slightest to be concerned or catching on to the ruse. Trent starts to realize that his disguise will soon be fading away. He knows there is not much time left.

Fredrick AC: 11; HP: 6/6

[fungusamnguss32]

Ort follows the "prisoners" and guard. When he sees an opportunity to avoid anyone watching, he takes his chance to approach the burdened guard from behind.

[roll0] melee touch attack
[roll1] grapple check
[roll2] non lethal damage

Ort casually walks up behind his opponent before striking swiftly and without hesitation. In his efforts to subdue the guard, he also tries to keep the man quiet by choking off his air supply.

[crimson77]

Fredrick is surprised when the half-orc grabs him from behind. He drops the box onto the street and it falls on to the dirt with a loud thud. Ort manages to push Fredrick to the ground and has a strong firm grasp on him as they roll around on the muddy streets. Fredrick yells out, "HELp..me...I can't breath..." You can see that he is still struggling to free himself but the more powerful Ort has a firm grasp on him.

Opposed check: [roll0]

[fungusamnguss32]

As the guard struggles with futile attempts to escape his grasp, Ort continues to put the squeeze on the guard, making sure to keep him as quiet as possible.

[roll0] grapple check
[roll1] non lethal damage

As soon as the guard goes limp in his arms, Ort releases the man wishing to cause no permanent damage. When he gets up, Ort tells the group that the guard should be stripped and bound, and that we need to leave as soon possible.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella springs over to the box, trying to determine what it will take to open it completely while Ort grapples the guard, the weight of her dagger a comforting press against her back.

[ninthbit]

Everyone, keep an eye out to make sure we weren't followed.
Jadzik doesn't hessitate to free the man of anything of value as the group packs up and returns to Ort's house to open the box. Once they return, they bust open the crate and seperate the useful items from the ones they will need to fence and sell off for capital.

OOC: If Ort has any difficulty to just bust it open, Jadzik can smash it by ignoring half the hardness.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward awaits in the street while Lilella is taking the box,
"Stop! Where do you think you are going?"
There we go, time to- what? Edward frozes when he sees Trent running there with a guard outfit.
What is he... When did he...

He keeps watching while the scene occurs and when Fredrick is told to carry the box he chuckles HAH! Go figure... they are naturals!

Edward is about to join their company when they are moving into a alley when he gives a last glance back at the warehouse.
Maybe...

Edward studies the warehouse and the other boxes to see if it is possible to take another one if he manages to make the other two guards left.

"Nah."

Then he joins the others.

[crimson77]

Edward does not notice any other boxes on the cart. He can see that the other guards are still standing there looking puzzled as they watch their friend walk away with such a unique group of guards. They both seem as if they feel uncomfortable but they do not react.

********

The box does not break upon falling. It is a securely nailed up box but when it did fall you heard the faint clinking of metal.

Fredrick falls into unconscious and stops struggling. His body has little of value on it. He has a well finished bat (club: 1d6) attached to his belt. Additionally, he has a small coin sack with 10 copper pieces. You leave his unconscious body in the alley and start your way back.

You make it back to Ort's house after a few moments. The goblins are still tied up - one is still unconscious and the other is sleeping.

It takes a bit to pry open the box but after a few moments and some leverage you are able to remove the top side of the box. Inside the box it contains:

2 short swords with scabbards
1 Battle axe
1 Hand axe
3 sets of peasant clothing
10 dried rations
1 backpack
3 daggers with scabbards
1 Short bow with 10 arrows
5 candles
flint and steel
50 feet of hemp rope

[Quakes]

Trent takes the bow and tests the draw. Not the finest craftsmanship, but it still feels good to hold a bow in my hands again. He also snags one of the daggers to wear at his belt, just in case.

[crimson77]

*******
[XP (goblins): 100]
[XP (Fredrick): 50]

[fungusamnguss32]

As the group picks through the goods in the box, Ort decides to take up the back pack and Stowe away anything the others don't take. He then thinks to ask the group about his plan.
"So guys, and girl, I have had some time to think it over and I would like y'alls opinion on the matter. It seems we still have two prisoners to deal with yes? I was thinking they could still be of some use to us but at the same time we could help them out too. What do you guys think about instead of just keeping them prisoner we put them to work for us?"

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward joins the others at Ort's house.
"Quite a nice job you guys did back there." and smiles.

While checking the contents of the box Edward responses to Ort. "Well, I guess our priority is getting more information about who where the guys who attacked your mother. And if we come across some intel about both gangs and the guy who is hiding in the port, all the better." Edward cheks if they can use the three outfits in parts to make six decent clothing. then takes a dagger and a short sword and hide them in his new oversized clothes.
"I guess our next stop are markets, taverns, whorehouses and the like."

Edward thinks a second about the goblin issue. "I agree that they can be useful, but right now I think we stand out enough as we are... anyway, what do you have in mind?"


He talks aloud while helping others take the stuff.
"It's good to be armed, but don't go arround cutting people, making enemies is not an option right now. People of easy draw often appear dead in the beds in the next couple of days in Waterdeep." Sais to the newcommers.

[ninthbit]

Who packs like this? What a mess. Well at least it works in our favor. We can use pretty much everything here. Jadzik looks at his limber companions. Well, as much as I prefer a sword, it's looks like I'm the brute here. I guess I'll take the brutish weapons. He then reaches in and takes the two axes. big... bit not big enough

[AngelEyes23]

*** Knicks the coin purse off the guard, tucking it in her pocket. I'll see about getting us a few loaves of bread or something on our way back to the house, once we get a good distance from here.

Once the box is opened, she eyes the backpack, a strange, desperate look coming over her face as she imagines it filled with gold coins and jewels. She shakes her head, clearing it. Seems like I'm getting obsessed with shiny objects...

She glances down at the rags she's dressed in with disgust and picks up a set of the peasant's clothing, intending to change into it at first opportunity.

Oooo, Rope! This will come in very handy for our little goblin friends. They had almost figured out how to untie themselves from their clothing strips by this morning.

[fungusamnguss32]

"Well I was thinking, should we want another box, those two could get it for us. Also, I would like to get their help in finding out who is at the bottom of this mystery involving my mother of course. Mostly, I would compensate them for their Intel. Otherwise, they would make good infiltrators I think. Get some inside information before we storm the fort or whatever. I feel we could help them too. Better to work for us than those stinking rats. What you all thunk?"

[ninthbit]

"How can they get another box? They didn't work for that merchant and the dock gang wants them dead for dealing with the rats. I'm not sure how much more use they are. They have two gangs after them and even there hiding spot almost got them killed. Chances are, as soon as there bonds are let loose, they'll bug-out as fast as they can.

They won't be able to ID the rat, they likely won't cooperate and go near the docks, and they don't know much of anything. They'be been of use, but now that we have some steel, I say we give them their pathetic shivs back and tell them if they ever return to the city they will be killed on site. Then we beat some information out of a few rats till they tell us what happened with your mother.

[Quakes]

Our best bet is probably to get the wharf gang into a war with the sewer gang. The goblins said that Snakrab killed Ort's mother, and the rats are invading the wharf gang's turf. If we tell the wharf gang that the rats are working for Snakrab and invading their turf, we could get them to attack the sewer gang, taking care of the problem for us. Or at least get them to kill off enough of them that we can get back into the sewer and help Ort get revenge on Snakrab, without having to deal with all of his cronies.

[ninthbit]

That and the fact that Snakrab is trying to recruit assassins to pick off the wharf gang’s members. I don’t think they’ll be to appreciative of that news. But to the more pressing matter. Jadzik then gestures to the goblins. We really don’t need these two anymore, and I’m sick of looking at them. Anybody have a good reason we should keep holding them?

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward looks at Jadzik closely while he speaks "You are really negative" sais in a slow phrase.
"Waterdeep is not THAT bad nor THAT dangerous, do you think we have a problem to deal with? why? because Snakrab said so? We don't have any debt with him, and we don't have to deal with his problems. I thought everybody here was going to do it just for the fun of it."
"You know, something big might happen and we can be part of it, and even get some money! We could lead both gangs into a war and right in the middle of it tell the authorities about them. We could go check if Snakrab's head got a reward."

"You are way too impacient. And just why do you want to kill the goblins? I like green people." Edward pats smells funny head and frowns in an exagerated sad face.

"Also, we don't know who or why killed Ort's mother, the goblins just said something about a woman but we can't be sure about it. Unless Ort is defferent from what he used to be, I bet he want's to find both the hand who killed her and the voice who gave the order and kick both to bone-pulp."

And he won't be able to get over it until he does it...

Something crosses Edward's head and asks Jadzik "Why are you in such a hurry? What does Jadzik want to do?"

[ninthbit]

Wooooooh.... calm down there. I said give them their shivs and send them on there way. As for why I'm always in a hurry. Because I'm not a d**n elf. Life is short, so why sit around waisting it. Snakrab pissed me off with his attitude down in the sewers, and it doesn't hurt the cause that it would likely improve the city with him being gone.

I'm not saying I'm not open to other ideas. I'm just saying we have a lot to do, and we still have half a day. When Lilella gets back with some chow, we should knock out a plan and get to work. But until then, these two did nothing but sleep in the wrong place, so I say we let them go.

[crimson77]

Lilella returns with several loves of bread, some dried meat, a few apples, and a jug of cheap watery wine. The total costing her 10 copper.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

After having some food, Edward decides to go get some info about how the gangs situation is seen by the rest of the town.
"I'll be back in an hour."

He goes to the Rusted Nails Inn, a place he oftens goes to when he needs to sell other people's goods, eat something disgusting or get the latest news.

-"Hi Garrold, is Gretta arround."
-"Do I look like a man who needs to know where his mother is?"

Garrold was a good boy for Waterdeep standars. He would probably be in prison in any other town. Gretta was the pwned of the Rusted Nails, she was as old as dead tree and wearing the same bark as skin, but she still had that innate talent of female innkeepers to know everything about everyone everywhere.

"I'll wait a bit, i need to talk to her."
Edward grabs a beer and sits. While waiting for Gretta to show up he open his ears and absorbs as much information as he can. It never hurts to hear something interesting.

Gather information [roll0]

[crimson77]

Gretta shows her toothless grin after making Edward wait for a while. She waddles over in a blood soaked apron - she was one who loved to butcher her own meat despite her old age. She slides over a bowl of stew, "It's rat stew but me tell them it is wild turkey. Them sorry bastards don't know the difference and neither do you." She waits for Edward to take a large spoonful, "It's on the house, specially since i heard you be dead." She waits for a reaction from Edward before continuing, "Word on the street is that you and some other cellies were killed in the jail uprising. I heard there were several deaths but no escapes. I would keep me head down if me were you. You don't want to get them angry you escaped - at least until they forget you. That the biggest new lately, prices have been high due to thieves at the docks. Looks like two gangs are fighting for turf there. There is no spark but there is plenty of lamp oil spread around. I would watch yourself down there. You might get burned. The watch has been focused on keeping the peace there but if there is trouble then there might be a big fight with the watch joining. That be bad for business - for me and you both. You got any silver to sell me - i could use some new pretty pieces. If you get any soon I be a buyer but i don't pay high prices...but you remember that."

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward can't hide a smile when he sees the old hag. She looks as gross as always but being raised by a butcher as he was he finds it even cute.
Edward tastes the stew. "Best rat ever, Gretta, as always"

"It's on the house, specially since i heard you be dead."
"I hear the same about you everytime you oversleep, someday it will be true." jokes.

"Word on the street is that you and some other cellies were killed in the jail uprising."
"Everytime they kill a kid, a halfling or a dwarf they want to say they killed Lil' Edward. They weren't even close."
Edward laments to hear the death news. He did not like most of the people who were there that day, but most of them didn't deserve to die. But as news go, they could all have escaped and the guards are pulling out a big bluff here to hide their incompetence.

"I heard something similar about the gangs, I will try to do something about it. If you happen to hear anything about a sewer refugee in the docks, let me know." Edward stands up and prepares to leave.
"Next time I see you I will bring you some jewelry that matches your beauty, some road rock or something. Thanks Gretta." Edward smiles a last time and winks at Gretta as he leaves.


...
He joins the others at Ort's house and share the news.
"It seems they declared us dead, but the news are still fresh. I think we should hide for a while, even if that kills Jadzik."
"That, or find good disguises. but I don't like the idea of going arround looking like a begger kid."

[crimson77]

A few days pass quickly with only short breaks outside to get some more food or to hear if there are any new rumors. The house is starting to feel clean and the goblins have proven trustworthy at least not to be tied up all the time. They adequately clean when directed and watched but still show signs of not really caring. It is easy to see that they are not happy as prisoners but they do not seem to be resentful or hostile either. They are less than helpful when it comes to knowledge on the city or the latest rumors. Rather, they know even less than you do despite being locked up.*

It is finally night and you are starting to feel that the heat from the prison escape has faded a bit and likely the guards have shifted their attention to other stressors within the city. You are also starting to feel restless as to where you should go now.*

[ninthbit]

Ok... It's been the better part of a week. How long do we need to wait here? Whats the plan? I said we should bruse up a few rats and see where that takes us. Most of you know the city better though. Where do we go from here? It will never be 100% safe. At some point we just need to move on... to move forward.

[Quakes]

Personally, I'd like to get out of the city and see some of the world. But we need money to buy supplies, and I don't see any of us getting a job anytime soon. If we're going to steal, who better to steal from than thieves? And if we manage to get some closure for Ort in the process, all the better. I think it's time to go see the leader of the wharf rats, and see what she knows.

[fungusamnguss32]

"I agree that it would be nice to get out of the city again. Now that my ma is gone, there is little left here for me. Before I go however, there is some unfinished business. I will find my mothers killer. I think we should indeed take a trip to see the dock gang leader. If w have to pick a side, I would rather be with them than Snakrab. And hopefully it will give us a chance to clean this town up some and with the loot we confiscate, we can get outfitted properly in the process. So, who's in? I say we start tonight."

[ninthbit]

Sounds good here. We may even have an "in" with them. We can tell them about Snakrab's ploy to get us to bring their guy in.

[crimson77]

You had been sending one of the goblins out to get water from the nearby fountain. It was an easy task and they had shown their trust not to wander off. However, you grew concerned after one did not show up for almost an hour. The one goblin with you was also concerned. Before, you can launch much of a search party to go looking for him you hear a loud knock at the door. Ort opens it slowly and in the dim candle light you see blood on the door and as you look down you notice the decapitated head of the goblin. There are deep scratches in the goblins dead face. You think you see shadows of those who might have done this but you are not sure. The streets are empty. You follow a bit of a blood trail but it only leads to the fountain where you see the goblins body floating in the shallow fountain.

Search DC 15 and knowledge (religion, nature, or arcane) DC 15
The head looks like it has been chewed off the body. The body is also covered in deep scratches.

[Quakes]

Search [roll0]
Knowledge Nature [roll1]
Knowledge Arcana [roll2]

[AngelEyes23]

After carefully searching the area for clues with the rest of the group, Lilella returns to the house to hug and comfort the remaining goblin, trying not to let anyone see her cry. She had gotten close to the goblins in the past few days, enjoying their antics and constant squabbling. Stay close to me, if anyone tries to hurt you, they'll have to go through me first. I'll make sure you get safely back to your tribe and family.


[roll0] search

[ninthbit]

You all know this is our fault right. We could have let them go.


Int Check: [roll0]

[AngelEyes23]

They would have been hunted anyway, remember? They quit working for one gang to work for another. Lilella growls. No one hurts my friends and gets away with it.

She stands up, checking to see that the dagger is still hidden in her clothes, and hides the shank in her clothing as well, glaring at anyone who glances her way. She grabs the loop of rope that she had been playing with the past few days and loops it shoulder-to-hip around her body. Then she asks Ort to pass her the remaining dagger and short-sword, strapping their scabbards around her waist. Considering herself armed to the teeth, she turns to the rest of the group. I don't know about you guys, but I'm going to go rip someone to pieces, as well as everyone who stands between me and them. I want the person who did this, as well as the person who gave the order, eating cold steal before breakfast. Lilella starts for the door.

[ninthbit]

Edit: Corrected assumptions
The poor bastard's only ambishion was to earn enough coin for some drinks, a warm bed, and a sword. These two have been good to us. We should have gave them a beer and a blade and sent them back to thier clan.

In any case, someone knows that we're here. If they were only after the gobos they would have come in after Smelly as well.


Original Post:The poor bastard's only ambishion was to earn enough coin for some drinks and a sword. He gave us some good information and didn't betray us. We should have gave him a beer and a blade and sent him back to his clan.

In any case, someone knows that we're here. If they were only after the gobos they would have come in after [I].

[crimson77]

OOC: Smells Funny is still alive. Lumpy (the silent one) is dead.

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

"Lilella, this is what they want. They want us to go out." but she was not even listening.

God dammit, we better get out of this alive. Edward quickly unties Smelly and gives him his bone dagger. After that he rushes after Lilella.
They could ambush us anytime! Damn girl.

[Quakes]

Lilella! Trent shouted out, running after to her. Once he caught up, he spoke in more normal tones.

Where are you going! We need a plan. We can't just run off and get ourselves killed. We should stick to our plan to go meet the leader of the wharf rats. Let's head to the docks.

[crimson77]

You find yourselves near the fountain where the goblin's body still floats in the darkness. It is strange that you see no people about but then again you can almost smell the fresh blood of the dead goblin. Thankfully, it was just a goblin and you know the city watch will not investigate nor will they clean up the mess. Smells Funny starts to speak, "He no smartest or strongest but did he fight before he died." He looks around scanning the darkness, while clenching the bone knife, looking for something that may help him locate the killer.

[Search DC 5]

You find the bucket he took with him to get water.
[DC 10]
The bucket seems to have fur wedged between the wood as if it was used as a weapon.

[AngelEyes23]

Lilella paces next to the well angrily. The sight and smell of the goblins bloody body infuriated her. They had a point though, she wasn't strong enough to take on the whole sewer rat population. Fine. But we better get somewhere quick, that wasn't the last message they are going to send, and their probably watching us right now. Lets go to this wharf rat gang then, right now. I'm not waiting around here another second, we've been crammed into that tiny house entirely too long, and my blades are thirsting for the blood of the guilty.

[crimson77]

You head down to the docks it's quiet and rain starts to gently fall on your heads. Edward leads you around the warehouses, you can feel eyes on you in the shadows, it feels like someone is always watching you. The goblin tags closely to Lilella as if he is hoping that she will protect him from any harm. Edward stops at the entrance to a pier. Two large thugs stand next to a gang plank of a ship moored at this pier for a long time. Hiding in plain sight was one way this guild survived. The thugs look at you, you can see their are armed with large maces. "Open water with a gray sky, to whom shall we pray." The protecting thugs present a pass code for you to answer in to show if you are a friend to the guild.

Knowledge (local) 25
The skipper to steer us clear.

[AngelEyes23]

All the way to the docks Lilella was thinking about Lumpy. It had to have been one of those #@!$ Ratmen, especially with those deep scratches on his body. I'll make sure those yellow-bellied lowlifes pay.

Upon reaching the guards, She waited, wondering if anyone knew the password. Thoughts of Lumpy's bloody body was making her vision go red around the edges. When no one responded, she pushed her way to the front of the group. Take us to Valthellis. We have some information about of Snakrab's plans she may find useful. She said forcefully, trying to keep her anger under control. She subconsciously reaches behind her protectively to make sure Smells Funny is right behind her.

[Quakes]

To the mermaids that **** gold, or to me, it makes no matter. Now take us to your master, we have important business to discuss.

Intimidate
[roll0]

[crimson77]

"Our master has better things than some low life thieves roaming the docks at night. Obviously you are not here for work, nor are you friends of ours. It is no suprise those sewer rats think they can take us, they will crawl back to the $&!+ from which they came. Shall we teach you a lesson or mayhaps you can give me some juicy information that I might want to pass to my master. "

[AsDeR]

Lil' Edward

Edward hides his weapons the best he can in case the guards look for them.
"You have two options. We get there and talk to him, or we get there and talk to him with your heads. This is far too important to be delayed by some guards."

[roll0]
I don't remember which one is used. I have both +7 in hide and sleigh of hand.


Edit: chaged post due to DM post.

[AsDeR]

I guess I need an intimitade roll [roll0] or bluff [roll1] use the more convenient.

[AngelEyes23]

I see how it goes, we tell you, you tell your master, then forget about us out here. Not gonna happen. Either you let us through, or you and your waterlogged crew will face the consequences when Snakrab catches you with your breeches down.

rolls
[roll0] Bluff
[roll1] Intimidate

[crimson77]

"You think our master has time to be troubled with petty thugs like yourselves? Let me guess, that rat bastard Snakrab is planning on attacking the docks? He is always trying to war with us. If you wanted to do some real good then you would go and bring us his head. That will get a meeting with our boss!"

[ninthbit]

F*** this, you offered a lesson? If you think us petty thugs then please teach me my lesson.... or let us pass. Jadzik gives the head of his axe a spin as he stands ready. Well, I'm ready for my lesson professor.

Intimidate. [roll0]
I can't cut a break on dice lately
How the hell did it not put ANY ranks in intimate but it dropped 8 into swim and climb. Whoops. :(


Readied Action: If he fights, Jadzik will attempt to sunder his mace.

[crimson77]

"You are not worth the fight. Plus, you are out numbered. There are bow men watching you now, do you really want to start a fight here right now? Learn your place and maybe things will improve for you. Killing us will only lead to retribution and death. Don't start a war you can't finish. We could be allies in the future."

You can see bow men on the deck of the ship.

If needed
AC 14

[ninthbit]

You mistake me. I propose a wager of battle. We engage in single combat. First to submit losses. When I defeat you, you let us pass.

[crimson77]

The two guards chuckle, "Why would we give up the advantage? Are you some sort of paladin? Fighting a holy war? You are a step above a sewer rat to us. Do something worthy of talking with our leader and we will gladly let you on the ship. Fighting me will being you nothing but death, most likely from me but maybe from others. I happen to like living and would like to continue. If you want to impress us then, Kill the rat king, steal a magistrates hat, or one of the Lord's masks then we can talk."

[AngelEyes23]

What makes you think your so great when your afraid to kill a rat in his nest? Why would we bother with coming to you after we kill the rat?? I have had enough of these useless, cowardly "gang" leaders who want to hide behind their brainless lackeys. You'd best watch your backs, you have not made a friend of me tonight.

Lilella turns on heel and stalks away, muttering under her breath. Steal a lord's mask... what idiot wanting to avoid being turned back over to the law would do that?? For a hearing with a stuck up *$#@ who probably wont even help us without exacting a hefty price. I'll do this *&^% myself. Lilella continues on to the sewer entrance, wishing her nose wasnt so sensitive. I wonder how much gold they have stashed in that rickity old boat? They won't have it's burden much longer, if I can help it. She loosens her dagger in it's sheath, and slips into the shadows of the murky depths.

rolls (as she walks into the sewers)
[roll0] Hide
[roll1] Move Silently

[crimson77]

Lilella finds the opening to the sewers open just like they left it. She enters the large out flow drain. She is reminded how badly it smelled and it seems to be worse than she remembered. She looks behind her to see who has come to join her. Smells Funny is at her heals and watching her every move. He seems more nervous now and is clenching his bone dagger tightly.

[Quakes]

I guess we should go along to keep her out of trouble. Looks like we're off to kill the Rat King.

[ninthbit]

Following Lilella, This whole damn city is just a bunch of inbread cuttthroats. We should just raze everything and move on with our lives. I try to not give into my violnet impulses, but I do admit... I look forward to shoving some steel through Snakrab's skull. I call dibs on the killing blow.

[crimson77]

Jadzik is able to lead the party back to the large room where they first met Snakrab. However, the room is empty when they arrive. Blood stains the floor with other grime and sewage. It is not long before you see two shaven come out of one of the pipes clenching spears, one hisses at you, "Why doo you come to usss?"