Highland Archipelago: Terror in the Mist (IC)

[Morbis Meh]

Bishop shrugs "I feel it's better for a man to meet conflict on his own terms rather than have it meet up with him while he has his back turned but to each his own." Bishop proceeds to pick up his mug and walk over to a more secluded table in the corner of the room, making sure he has a view of the whole room and has his back to the wall.

[ninthbit]

The weather was enough of a mystery to get me here; but if there are kids getting snatched up, I definitely want to check this place out. Let them come find me. Sooner or later my sword will cleave them in twain. Men of age can mind their own buisness and fend for themselves, but I don't take light to helpless children. He takes another sip of tea Blood will be shed if children are being hurt... HALFING! Vash calls for the short man to return. You say many proprietors have abandoned their homes, can you name a few that remain in service? I'm looking for blade smiths and provisions mostly. An alchemist or mages shop would be nice as well.

[Crazyfailure13]

The short man ignores the call for a moment, then he responds " The local blacksmith, Humore Ireson, is still in business, can't say much for a Magic or Alchemy shop, don't have a reason to know if they exist."

[Grail]

Pedivere	HP	AC	TAC	FAC	PER	Effects
	12/12	16	11	15	+1	none

Five gold? For a night? Pedivere hadn't traveled much, but even he knew that this was exorbitant. Still, the paladin opened his purse and shelled out the coins. He didn't have much left, and at this rate, he'd be out on the street within a couple more nights.

Well barkeep, Pedivere intoned, a wry grin on his face, you've gouged me on the room, but maybe I can do a little something for you. I am Pedivere, a Paladin of Iomedae, and have traveled far to be here. I did not at first know the reasons for my journey, just that I was compelled to come.

Pedivere takes the offered mug and swirls the contents but does not drink.

You mentioned disappearances. I would like to help, at least as much as I can. Do you have any further information that could help, or is there someone else that I could speak to?

Taking the mug to his nose, he sniffed once and then took a gulp. It wasn't the best ale that he'd ever had, and he hated to think what the state of the ale vats would be like if the rest of the establishment was anything to go by.

[Crazyfailure13]

"Only that they seem to happen during the night."

[horngeek]

Mikani thinks in response to the question. "I suppose I'd like to help people..."

Then she hears the conversation with the innkeeper. "Wait, the kids have been disappearing? Mr. Harfol, how old was the oldest kid who disappeared?"

[Crazyfailure13]

"The oldest was 20, most were younger than that though."

[Hunter548]

Casius perks a brow lightly at the price offered, before drawing out the coins without complaint external complaint. Of the children taken.. Where any of them unusual in any way? Child of a local politician, or possessing sorcerous talent, that sort of thing?

[horngeek]

"...I'm tempted to go out tonight, if someone's willing to keep an eye on me discreetly."

[Crazyfailure13]

"nothing about the children was unusual, they all came from run of the mill families." he starts writing in a book for a second before he seems to notice something "Actually, the first "disappearance" wasn't a disappearance, a new born was found ripped to pieces in his crib." he pauses a moment before returning to his work.

[ninthbit]

Trying to protect his option for a night of carefree 'shopping', Vash feels the need to chime in. For most of us, this city is completely new and unknown. I'd recommend we us today as a chance to familiarize ourselves to the locals. I for one would like at least one night in a real bed before I set out to my possible death. We've been on a ship for weeks and all could use a good nights rest.

[horngeek]

Mikani grimaces. "I'll see what happens when I have a walk on the street tonight. Can anyone watch my back discreetly?"

[Hunter548]

If you are truely set upon exploring the town tonight, I am amicable to accompanying.

[Grail]

Pedivere	HP	AC	TAC	FAC	PER	Effects
	12/12	16	11	15	+1	none

Finishing his ale, Pedivere pushes the mug back across the bar to the halfling barkeep. He thinks for a moment before addressing the young wizardess. I wouldn't be too keen to go outside as bait Mikani, at least not yet. We have no idea of just what or who is responsible for the disappearances. It would just be too dangerous without some knowledge about what we might be up against.

Turning back to the halfling, Pedivere continues. How often have the abductions been occurring? You say they only happen at night, but is it every night? Are the abductions preceded with anything? Have the authorities engaged any abductors?

Hmmm, Mikani, perhaps you could show us to the local watch? They would probably have more information, that they could let us know about.

[horngeek]

Mikani nods. "Better me than someone who can't defend themselves. That said, we probably should go to the watch first. Who's coming along?"

[Morbis Meh]

Bishop shakes his head at the reckless youth Oh to be young and foolish again he wasn't exactly trained in hiding in shadows... his strength came from blending in a crowd but he supposed he was agile enough to fit the description, much less noticeable than some priest in creaky armor. Sighing at his decision he looks up and speaks solemnlyLook here missy, night time is not any place for a young lady to be walking around, you may know the folk in these here parts and that is beyond my ken; however, these are desperate times, that much is plain to see and with desperate times comes desperate people. That is something I do know a thing or two about and if you insist on going out blindly into the unknown, it would be best if you brought someone along who knew how to keep quite and not exclaim to the world their blood lust or creak around in fancy robes and armor. I may be a good deal older than you youngsters but I am a lot nimbler than I look and if you need someone to watch you back, look no further than my keen eyes and quick hand. Besides, it would be a shame to have something happen to such a perty little miss like yourself. I do have one stipulation, the moment things get hairy, you get out of there you hear? None of this hero crap, getting yourself killed will not help these kids anymore than us waiting right here, understand? "

[horngeek]

Mikani sighs. "If there is any trouble, I'll send up a flare. I can protect myself for long enough for help to get to me."

[Grail]

Pedivere	HP	AC	TAC	FAC	PER	Effects
	12/12	16	11	15	+1	none

Pedivere stands up from the bar, tapping it twice with his right hands as a sign of thanks to the barkeep.

I will come with you Mikani, let us go. A dead hero is a useless hero as my father used to say, and the quickest way to become dead is to face an unknown threat.

Pedivere then winked at the gunslinger. There's hope for you yet, showing such compassion and wisdom. Mikani and I will head to the city watch to find out more information, you, and anyone else, he says addressing the rest of the group that came with them, are free to join us.

With that he stands and moves to the door, holding it open for Mikani.

[horngeek]

Mikani smiles at Pedivere holding the door open for her, and walks outside, intending to lead him to the city watch.

[ninthbit]

Vash joins them to see the guard. He would never pass a chance to get the local law in his favor.

[Morbis Meh]

Bishop gaze darkens and looks at the half orc templar "Don't you patronize me boy, I walk my own way and you better learn to respect that or I will teach you that lesson. Save your hope and good intentions for those that need it, I prefer the comfort of cold steel and warm women something few of your order would know much about. Keep your foolish notions of righteousness to yourself for that don't hold water with me, are we clear boy?"

[Crazyfailure13]

You all head outside after your discussion, Mikani heading towards the local guard, however as she leads you to a small outpost at the edge of town, as you approach, you notice the door hanging open.

[ninthbit]

Vash smiled and chuckles to himself a little as he gets up to leave. Huh... this one may not be to bad after all.

[horngeek]

Mikani frowns. "That's odd..."

She approaches the door, cautiously looking around for any sign of trouble...

Spoiler

Perception check: (d20+2)[8]

[ninthbit]

Seeing the door ajar Well that's not likely any good. He pulls his massive 4 and a half foot blade from the scabbard slung across his back.

He aprouches the young and curious girl. Quietly, "get back before you get yourself killed." He then quietly slips in trying to go unnoticed.

Spoiler

ill post the roll in a sec.

[Grail]

Pedivere	HP	AC	TAC	FAC	PER	Effects
	12/12	16	11	15	+1	none

Pedivere shakes his head to the gunslinger as he leaves. You may be older than I, but it does not mean that I cannot see you hurt inside. I meant what I said. Take it as you will. With that, he says no more and follows the wizardess and Vash to the city watch.

At the outpost with the door hanging open, he stops and reaches for his two companions. Vash, sheath your weapon he pauses momentarily, for now at least. There could be any number of reasons for this, and going into the city watch outpost, blade drawn is not a good opening gesture.

Pedivere raises his voice Hello the watch, is all well?

Spoiler

Can Pedivere, with his Dark Vision, see anything of what is or has transpired inside?

(1d20+1)[21] - for perception

[ninthbit]

Rolls

Spoiler

Stealth (1d20+10)[28]
Perception (1d20+8)[21]

[Hunter548]

Casius removes his shield from his back, one hand dropping to the haft of his mace. Perhaps it might be wise to send that flare upwards, Mikani. We may need aid, if this is as disquieting as it seems.

[Morbis Meh]

Bishop pulls out his gun and checks to see that it is loaded, he cracks his neck then walks slowly inside, looking out for anything that may be a threat. He keeps himself on the shadows and next to a wall at all times.

Spoiler

Perception (1d20+7)[11] with all of the good rolls so far this will probably be crap XD
Stealth (1d20+4)[13]

[Crazyfailure13]

Inside the post is almost completely dark, only those with darkvision can see anything with help, the inside of the post, for those who can see, is a mess, the table is broken, the chairs broken and thrown around the room, blood smears the stairway leading to the 2nd floor, those who get over a 17 on perception checks can here a gnawing sound from the 2nd floor.