[IC: A Game of Thrones Alternate History - Pathfinder E6]

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

Claw grimaces at the lack of progress he made.
That might be easier, Lady Sand. But doubt that we have the time to get new clothes made.

Spoiler: OoC

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Okay, it's officially giving me a headache to try and type like that. Please just add the yokel in your heads until I say otherwise, if you please.
Oh, and I almost forgot Mern was me.

[MrE]

Lyra Sand, Bastard of Starfall, Daughter of the Viper
Group B, Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing

"Perhaps not. In that case you must try and attract as little attention as possible, and we will treat you as below our notice. I may have to instruct you on better dress sense once this is done."

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

His grimace turns to a grin
Not attracting attention is something I can do. I would be overjoyed for you to help me with my dress, especially since you may have the money, Lady Sand. And thank you.

[SuperCracker]

Jonah Lorimer
Group B, Chataya’s Brothel

Mern did look utterly ridiculous when they first walked in. Jonah even cracked a bit of a grin, threatening to chuckle with some mirth. They were playing a dangerous game, but some levity was nice.

“Dress plainly, Mern. My men don’t wear great finery, and typically neither do I. And as of now, to anyone concerned, you are one of my men.”

He looked Claw in the eye and clapped him on the shoulder.

“We’re committing to a very serious course of action. I want to rely upon you to be my eyes and ears, to watch my back as I will watch yours. I’m choosing to put my faith in you. Will you help me?”

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

Claw's expression becomes one of shock, and he clutches at his chest.
My Lord, do you doubt my faithful nature? You wound me.

[SuperCracker]

Jonah Lorimer
Group B, Chataya’s Brothel

He smirked.

“I suspect ‘tis only a flesh wound,” he jests. “Sincerely, though. I know not where you come from, who you have served before, if any. But I remember my friends. I honor the good that is done for me.”

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

Claw's smile doesn't fade as he responds.
We've been over this. I'm from King's Landing, and I have served my king. Now I serve Lord Baelish, since he pays better.

[SuperCracker]

Jonah Lorimer
Group B, Chataya’s Brothel

The last part he believes.

“Very well. Go make yourself presentable and we’ll be off.”

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

Claw moves into one of the side rooms that the brothel doubtless has, and emerges a few minutes later wearing the clothes he had on at the beginning of Littlefinger's meeting.

[SuperCracker]

Jonah Lorimer
Group B, Chataya’s Brothel

When Claw comes out, Jonah looks at him once and then nods. “Good enough.”

[Xealot7]

Group A
The Red Keep, King's Landing

Before leaving the Hand of the King states that he will be glad to meet in a small study near a small library that is reserved for use by the Hand of the King. There is minimal foot traffic there. He mentions that early morning meetings will be best, one hour before sunrise.

Wendel suggests meeting with Jon Arryn's squire. A little inquiring about squire Hugh leads them to find that he will be knighted as Sir Hugh of the Vale on the morrow. It seems that he is having a small... "banquet" thrown for him later this evening. It will be a small gathering in a dining hall of the Red Keep. Thankfully, Lord Eddard Stark, in his infinite wisdom, has gotten the four of you access to all of the important events at the Red Keep. Your names will be on the list, so to speak.

Davon is as excited as can be for a chance to prove his mettle at the Tournament for the Hand of the King. It is rumored to be one of the largest tournaments in the past decade.

Mariwen seems considered about the dangers of the jobs... and rightly so. There are only two things certain in King's Landing... Death, and Taxes.

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Group B
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing

Working surprisingly well together, the new-found group decides to infiltrate the Red Keep.

Aisaroth finds a quaint little bookshop that has study rooms available with any purchase. He is able to find information on House Flint, House Barlor, and House Edgewater rather easily in the first book. It is a rather popular and somewhat common book of Heritage. It is easy to read and seems to be made for the general public. The second book is an extremely obscure, but highly detailed book of Heritage. It has information on all four of the individuals in question. This book is of extremely great quality and the penmanship is exquisite. This is a truly rare book that you feel lucky to have been able to purchase for such a price. It may easily become your favorite book. With his books in hand, Aisaroth, is able to find all sorts of information about the four individuals called to the Red Keep. Afterall, it is rather easy to find what you wish to know when you know who you are looking for. The elder scholar is able to come up with rather detailed reports on the four individuals in question. This includes Houses,

Lyra and Jonah come up with a rather believable plan to enter the Red Keep. It is plausible, and if they play their cards correctly, could be exactly what is needed to gain the trust, or at least gather information on the four targets in question. Mern, as he has chosen to be called, will act as a squire for the two.

Kevyn decides to infiltrate the keep as a worker. If he can get inside it could be beneficial to not have all of the groups eggs in one basket.

Aisaroth sets up a meeting with the rest of the group to tell them what he has learned.

A few hours later, Lord Baelish sends and invitation for the group to attend a special banquet for Squire Hugh of the Vale, who is to be knighted tomorrow morning by King Robert himself. The banquet is a short time away. Littlefinger does explain why you are to attend the banquet, but you think you can guess why.

[Yawielas]

Mariwen Edgewater
The Red Keep, King's landing, Group A

Mariwen will gladly attend the banquet. Before that, however, she asks one of the servants for the name of whoever did lady Arryn's hair before grand occasions. Knowing the elaborate hairdos of noble ladies takes quite a long time to accomplish, she wishes both to get ready for the banquet, and also to talk to the hairdresser. They are a good source of gossip...and if she can manage to get Lyssa Arryn's hairdresser, perhaps she knows something about the lady's concerns or suspicions...

Spoiler: Diplomacy to gather information

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Rolling for info gathering: Diplomacy? (1d20+7)[13]

[miinstrel]

Group A
Calven Janascan
The Red Keep, King's Landing

Calven will, of course, attend the feast for the soon-to-be Sir Hugh. Before that, however, he would like to take a look at this library Lord Stark mentioned. Are there discreet ways to enter or travel to the room? As these are secret meetings, the less noticed he is, even before dawn, the better.

Before the banquet, Calven lays out some of his finery for special occasions. In the north, it would be exquisite, but among the fashionistas and money down here, the clothes will likely seem quaint and uninspired. Perhaps a visit to the tailor is in order... If there's time, he will be fit for something with the latest trends, but in grays and whites. He looks at himself from all sides in the mirror in his room. Something with a discreet slit for a dagger beneath the clothing. Yes, that will do nicely...

[Tychris1]

Davon Barlor
King's Landing, The Red Keep, Group A

Davon would never pass up the opportunity to witness a Squire become knighted, and thus decides to attend Hugh's banquet. Yet Davon is not sewn from the same clothe as these noblemen and ladies of King's Landing. He is a warrior at heart, a truer knight (Well, atleast in his own eyes) then any other "Ser" he has personally met, and thus he does not bother himself with their frivolties. He does not go shopping for clothes or fashion, but instead for equipment and protection, procuring proper military riding gear for Bloodrush, and a heavy axe for him to use (For a lance is not fit for those on foot). King's Landing is a dangerous place, where subterfuge and manipulation are shield and sword. And Davon would need his finest protection if he planned to live a long and healthy life.

[Mathis]

Wendel Flint, second son of House Flint of Flint's Fingers
The Red Keep, King's Landing
Group A

Slightly offended that his last questions went unanswered by this Burly fellow, Wendel simply moves on and agrees to meet everyone at the banquet later that night. He also wanted to check out this study for himself and hurries after Calven who was already on the way theren unless Calven goes out of his way to be sneaky about it. "You know, Calven was it? I believe this could be start of something great for us, for all of us. Working for the Hand, even though the work is somewhat paranoid and I suspect will lead us to nowhere. It might lead us to becoming useful and in my experience usefulness to powerful people means you are powerful yourself. Especially in a place like King's Landing and especially working for the Hand. Really, we're basically working directly for the King himself! If we are going to be successful I think we need to be able to trust each other. Lord Barlor and Lady Edgewater are capable in their own rights I suppose, but I just can't bring myself to fully trust a man who always wears armor. Can you? Who has he pissed off to warrant such precaution? As for Lady Edgewater, she is probably a smart woman, but she is after all just a woman. But you Calven, we're both from the North and you strike me as a capable person. I want to trust you, can I?"

[MrE]

Lyra Sand, Bastard of Starfall, Daughter of the Viper
Group B Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing

"Welcome back Aisaroth, Kevyn," Lyra says as the two return. "Lord Baelish has gifted us with invitations to a banquet tonight at the Red Keep. It seems to me to be a perfect chance for us to find out more about the situation here and to look into these 'characters'."

"Jonah and myself have concocted a story: we shall pretend to be courting, and Mern is my footman. I had thought Aisaroth, you may consent to be a chaperone? If not, you may go about your business elsewhere, but it will make it more credible when we are seen in each others company in the future."

"Baelish has not stated his purpose, but I do not think we should pass up this opportunity." With the others agreeing to the plot, Lyra changed into her second fanciest dress, sliding her blowgun up the sleeve. She would have to find some more easily concealed knives in future, she decided, stowing her dornish short blade and bow along with her remaining belongings.

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B


When Lyra finishes changing, she will find Mern waiting outside of her room.
Are you prepared to go, Lady Sand?
He is holding a dagger in his left hand.

[Mabn]

Aisaroth, estranged maester
brothel, kings landing, group b

Aisaroth made no particular effort to change his appearance, but he did leave his crossbow at the inn. If people wondered why he was in armor they could just sex themselves.

As he joined with the group he suddenly stiffened. "I'm wearing my chain. I have the magic, xenobiology, and subterranean links on my chain. There's no one else on the planet I could be and any maester who sees me will know it with basic research."

[MrE]

Lyra Sand, Bastard of Starfall, Daughter of the Viper
Group B Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing

"I am. I hope this evening won't call for any fighting: we are after all, only trying to find out what this group is here for, not to kill them. But it doesn't hurt to be prepared." She allowed Jonah to take her arm and then proceeded the short distance to the Red Keep.

[Yawielas]

Mariwen Edgewater
The Red Keep, King's Landing, Group A


After taking a bath, getting her hair done, and hopefully gaining some useful information in the process, Mariwen checks through her wardrobe for a suitable dress for the occation. A knighting is usually a formal affair, and she will dress accordingly, but certainly not too conservative. This is King's Landing, after all, and the dresses they wear seem to reflect on the warmer weather. She chooses a dark blue dress in a fine linen, with gold embroidery along the sleeves and across the bosom. While she gets dressed, she regrets not making any arrangements for an escort to the banquet.

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple, Mern of King's Landing
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

Before she can take Jonah's arm, Mern holds out the dagger to her.
Better safe than sorry. Loan of a knife? I can show you how to conceal it.

[MrE]

Lyra Sand, Bastard of Starfall, Daughter of the Viper
Group B Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing

Lyra knew a little at least of smuggling weapons, what with her mother's disapproval of her skills, but she hadn't managed to bring a knife small enough with her. Who knows, Mern's dagger might prove useful, and if it was discovered, she could always feign a woman's fear of a foreign and famously corrupt city, not that she feared for innocence she had already lost.

"I will accept that offer, Mern, on both counts, though you will instruct with words." Her stern gaze made it clear she would not let him stick his hands anywhere on her person he considered 'hidden'.

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple, Mern of King's Landing
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

Mern frowns.
I would never dream of trying that. I did just hand you a knife.
He looks her over, then instructs her in a good place to hide the knife.

Spoiler: OoC

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Sleight of Hand to Aid Another for Lyra's check to conceal the weapon: (1d20+7)[25]

[MrE]

Lyra Sand, Bastard of Starfall, Daughter of the Viper
Group B Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing

"Like this?" Lyra asked, sliding the dagger beneath her clothing. She felt the need to out do Mern, just to prove to the others her abilities from the outset.

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Sleight of Hand: (1d20+12)[26] (9 + 2 from Aid Another +1 from Competitive trait)

[Vhaidara]

Claw, Foundling of the Black and White Temple, Mern of King's Landing
Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing, Westeros
Group B

Mern looks impressed.
I didn't expect a lady of stature like you to know dirty tricks like this. If I hadn't given it to you, I'd never have guessed you were armed.

[MrE]

Lyra Sand, Bastard of Starfall, Daughter of the Viper
Group B Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing

"There is much you don't know about me, but I thank you for the compliment." With that, now finally being ready, they left for the banquet.

[SuperCracker]

Jonah

He wasn't as good at concealing weapons as the others, but a dagger in the boot was always a nice thing to have. So he slipped it in. He was traveling around King’s Landing without an armed escort, after-all. If questioned about it, that was his story.

He wore his courtly garments, a white long shirt, cinched at the waist with a black belt. He had a blue vest that he wore over all of it, and black trousers. He was clearly flying Lorimer colors.

After watching Lyla and Mern seek to outdo each other on how well-versed they were with concealing weapons (and possibly further skullduggery), Jonah simply gave a small grin and took Lyra’s arm.

“Let us be off, my dearest. We don’t want to be late.”

[Mabn]

Aisaroth, estranged maester
brothel, kings landing, group b

"So were we abandoning the stealth, are you all horrifically unobservant, or are your minds overtaxing themselves?" Aisaroth continued to follow the rest of the party.

[MrE]

Lyra Sand, Bastard of Starfall, Daughter of the Viper
Group B Chataya's Brothel, King's Landing
"You will have to explain yourself more clearly, learned maester,"" Lyra replies, "What have we failed to observe? What stealth have we forgotten?"

[Mabn]

Aisaroth, estranged maester
brothel, kings landing, group b

"This is kings landing. People look into other people. If you are found out Baelish will kill you. If we go as we are I and then you will be found out." Aisaroth paused here. "I should probably explain more. People are at gatherings. Death is fatal. You are, until I have evidence to the contrary, a person." Aisaroth looked at Lyra with a face that was hopeful but didn't expect much.