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I rush through the door with the sound of footsteps behind me, sweat dripping from my forehead.

[Private to Herr Johannes: I whisper to Johannes. "I found Adwonus. I told him I was only accompanied by Imbellem and that we were sent my Lenora that we met at the inn where Adwonus parted ways"]
This message was last updated by the player at 18:33, Fri 08 May 2015.

I consider the arrival of Adwonus' party and chat with them. {see chat Channel 4: The Pier}

[Private to Dwalin Grayhammer; Imbellem Tueri; Lady Jacqueline Raynelde; Mikael Vaeltaja:
1st Ryan- are we being strict about sharing results of our rolls? ie when you tell me the results of these rolls, do I have to tell my allies quietly for them to know (ie make a check) or can I just tell them? I was not sure how strict we were going with info.

I talk with the party about our challenge and password and contingency plans if things go poorly for our scout team or the mission- see separate fb chat.
'challenge: fog
followed: stinking wind
friendly: gate
danger: mutton'

"...So if 'all hell breaks loose' we would fall back to the run down building and fire bomb the warehouse before we retreat.
If a scout team is discovered fall back past our building and we will try to catch the people chasing you after they pass, flanking them, and killing them a safe distance from the warehouse..."

I consider Pyrra's words about the conflict between Estrayus and Galilee -spelling :/
23:51, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 16 using 1d20+1. Knowledge (History), Pyrra and the conflict with Estrayus; MQ.

I look over Adwonus, Zin, and Pyrra for hidden weapons and I look at their equipment in general I look (not just dependant on spot check)
23:52, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 7 using 1d20+1. Spot Check, Adwonus party equipment (hidden weapons); MQ.

I consider my knowledge of home- was there anything that has to do with Adwonus' party or the pirates that would shed light on this?
00:00, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 7 using 1d20. Knowledge local on Adwonus' party and pirates; MQ.

I Look at the warehouse for windows and entry/exit, I look for a place to climb up. I move to the edge of our building to get a better look if I need to.
00:07, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 20 using 1d20+1. Spot Check, warehouse; MQ.

I keep aware of my surroundings, especially around people I do not have much reason to trust
21:37, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 20 using 1d20+1. Listen Check, Situational Awareness; MQ.
21:37, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 12 using 1d20+1. Spot Check, Situational Awareness; MQ.

I consider all I may know or can tell about Pyrra, Zinvaris, and Adwonus in the categories of their class and level.
21:37, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 10 using 1d20+3. Knowledge (Adventure), Pyrra; MQ.
21:36, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 4 using 1d20+3. Knowledge (Adventure), Zin; MQ.
21:35, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 11 using 1d20+3. Knowledge (Adventure), Adwonus; MQ.

Their acquaintance, skill, and ability of magic.
21:40, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 10 using 1d20+1. Knowledge (Arcana), Pyrra; MQ.
21:40, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 15 using 1d20+1. Knowledge (Arcana), Zinvaris; MQ.
21:40, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 9 using 1d20+1. Knowledge (Arcana), Adwonus; MQ.

Their possible royal lineage.
21:39, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 13 using 1d20+1. Knowledge (Nobility and Royalty), Adwonus; MQ.
21:39, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 13 using 1d20+1. Knowledge (Nobility and Royalty), Pyrra; MQ.
21:39, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 16 using 1d20+1. Knowledge (Nobility and Royalty), Zinvaris; MQ.

I consider the motives of Adwonus' party:
21:58, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 19 using 1d20. Sense Motive, of Pyrra; MQ.
21:58, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 10 using 1d20. Sense Motive, of Zinvaris; MQ.
21:58, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 16 using 1d20. Sense Motive, of Adwonus; MQ.
]
This message was last edited by the player at 04:15, Tue 12 May 2015.

Lady Jacqueline keeps her arms folded as she speaks.

[Private to Herr Johannes: {21:56, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 23 using 1d20+3. Sense Motive. Natural 20, sir. For all of the Adwonus party.
21:56, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 20 using 1d20+8. Listen. Any whispers in the night, in or outside of the whole party.
21:55, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 24 using 1d20+8. Search. If in case Spot doesn't do it.
21:55, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 23 using 1d20+8. Spot. The equipment inventory of the Adwonus party.


23:50, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 9 using 1d20+5. Knowledge Local. On Adwonus's party.
23:50, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 15 using 1d20+3. Knowledge Nobility/Royalty. On Adwonus's party.
23:49, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 19 using 1d20+1. Knowledge Nature. Should be 21, since I mis-looked at the character sheet. Our surroundings and any advantages we'd have.
23:49, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 12 using 1d20+1. Knowledge History. Should be a 14 same reason as above. History on the Adwonus Party.


00:02, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 11 using 1d20+5. Knowledge Local. Pirate Warehouse.
00:04, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 27 using 1d20+8. Spot Check. Looking to see if there's a place to climb near the warehouse.}]
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This was a quite a turn of events Imbellem thought to himself as his friends, and an ex party member spoke in an abandoned building. Working together... This could be interesting. As he tried to calm the arguing between the ladies to a minimum, he couldnt help but looking at Pyrra more often. Elves. Never a bad looking one.

As they came to an agreement, Imbellem tried his best to make good decisions for the good of all involved, including the two strangers.


[Private to DM Ryan: Imbellem Tueri rolled 10 using 1d20+5. Listen check, surroundings.

Secret Roll: Imbellem Tueri rolled 9 using 1d20+6. Spot Check on Surroundings.

Secret Roll: Imbellem Tueri rolled 21 using 1d20+6. Spot check Adwanus' party, suspiousness.

Imbellem Tueri rolled 22 using 1d20+5. sense motive Pyrra.
Imbellem Tueri rolled 14 using 1d20+5. sense motive zin.
Imbellem Tueri rolled 12 using 1d20+5. Sense motive for Adwanus.

Imbellem Tueri rolled 6 using 1d20+1. Knowledge Local Warehouse.
Imbellem Tueri rolled 21 using 1d20+1. Knowledge local Zin.
Imbellem Tueri rolled 9 using 1d20+1. Knowledge local Pyrra.
Imbellem Tueri rolled 3 using 1d20+1. Knowledge local Adwanus]
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[Private to Herr Johannes: {22:46, Sun 10 May: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 16 using 1d20+3. Balance Check.
22:45, Sun 10 May: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 13 using 1d20+8. Hide Check.
22:45, Sun 10 May: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 13 using 1d20+1. Climb Check.
22:44, Sun 10 May: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 18 using 1d20+8. Move Silently Check.}]


Jacqueline silently creeps outside their current building, making sure to stay close to the wall. She peers carefully around the corner at the warehouse, searching for a window to possibly peer into.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:16, Tue 12 May 2015.

In reply to Lady Jacqueline Raynelde (msg # 6):

Trapper and pyyra prepare and return to their point of entry, moving as quietly as they can...
The half orc keeps his weapon drawn, prepared to use it only if necessary.

12:37, Today: Adwonus Swillman rolled 11 using 1d20+10.(hide check)
12:38, Today: Adwonus Swillman rolled 15 using 1d20+10. Move silently/stealth.

12:39, Today: Adwonus Swillman rolled 24 using 1d20+6. spot checks for headcounts and enemy strength.
(I did +6 assuming the pirates are humans(I get a +2 to spot checks against them, normally im+4, I also have darkvision so light is not a factor)

I stay aware of my surroundings while Adwonus and others move out.
{00:31, Today: Secret Roll: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 9 using 1d20+7. Listen check; awareness.
00:31, Today: Secret Roll: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 19 using 1d20+3. Spot check, awareness.}

[Private to Dwalin Grayhammer; Herr Johannes; Imbellem Tueri; Lady Jacqueline Raynelde: "I didn't see much when I went in that back room. It just looked closed off or separate from the rest of the building. I could hear others in the building but that's about it."

I Consider anything I may know about the warehouse
00:32, Today: Secret Roll: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 15 using 1d20+2. Knowledge local; Warehouse.

I think about what I may know about Pyrra based on where she and I are from.
00:32, Today: Secret Roll: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 22 using 1d20+2. Knowledge local; Pyrra.

I carefully observe the warehouse, taking note of the building material, any windows, and the roof, or anything else of note about it.
00:31, Today: Secret Roll: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 16 using 1d20+3. Spot check; observing the warehouse.

]

Dwalin observes the other adventurers. He study each unknown one to see what their strengths and weaknesses are. He first watches zinvaris, then pyrra.
00:43, Today: Dwalin Grayhammer rolled 11 using 1d20+7. knowledge adventure on pyrra.
00:42, Today: Dwalin Grayhammer rolled 26 using 1d20+7.knowledge adventure on zinvaris

“Let’s go,” spoke Adwonus. Followed by his elven companion, Pyrra, he disappeared from the store entrance and began moving toward the warehouse. Their footsteps immediately faded into silence. Inside the abandoned storefront was the remainder of the party, including Zinvaris, now listening to the hum of the sea. It was the dead of night. “Alright, I’m going out there,” Jacqueline whispered to the others. Most nodded in acquiescence. Imbellem alone replied with an enthusiastic thumbs up, inciting Jacqueline to momentarily chuckle; she appreciated the relief on her nerves. Tiptoeing over the scattered debris that littered the floor, Jacqueline escaped the storefront and stepped into the open air.

The nearby ocean pulsed beneath the moonlit sky like a slow and dying heartbeat. An especially large wave broke against the pier, sending an ethereal mist which dampened Jacqueline’s left cheek. She wiped it with her sleeve. Staying close to the building, she crept along the edge to the corner where she positioned herself carefully. Inside the abandoned shop, she could hear the scuffling of feet as the party crowded near the south wall, likely looking for a hole in the rotted wood through which they could observe. But out here in the darkness, Jacqueline’s perch was best.

Diagonal from her, far across the street, she caught the distant glimpse two familiar silhouettes as they vanished around the rear corner of the warehouse. Moments after they’d gone out of sight, a flash of light appeared and disappeared from the alcove - the backdoor. Jacqueline took a deep breath. It was only her out here now. No alarms or shouting yet, so she could only presume things were going well, so far. Being cautious she examined the warehouse once again. Large and 30 feet tall at its peak, the building was worn from age and saltwater. To Jacqueline’s consternation, there wasn’t a window to be seen, nor a particularly good place to climb. The wooden walls were plain and bare. Not to mention ugly. Being so out of the way, distant from the public eye, the owners paid little heed to its appearance.

As Jacqueline lingered at the corner, she once again saw the brief glimmer of light down the street, and shadowy figures came out from behind the warehouse, heading her way. Unable to count how many, Jacqueline felt the advent of uncertainty. Her muscles tensed up. “Friend or foe?” she questioned herself. Finally drawing near, she saw there were only two, confirming what her rational mind had tried to tell her. Adwonus and Pyrra soon became visible. “Both,” answering her earlier question with a grim satisfaction. They approached Jacqueline. “Come on,” said Adwonus, motioning toward the storefront with a nod. They had finished their scouting. Pyrra shook her head as she walked past Jacqueline, muttering deliberately loud enough for her to hear, “Useless.” A fiery anger flickered in Jacqueline’s chest. But she didn’t act on it. “In time. . .”

They re-entered the abandoned shop. Johannes approached them. “What did you find?” he asked eagerly. Zinvaris and Dwalin were sitting crouched near the middle, smoking a pipe. They were getting along just fine. The others huddled around the returning group; Zinvaris and Dwalin dumped out the ashes of the pipe and joined them. “We got the layout of the place. Mostly crates - stacked around the room. It looks a little something like this.” He borrowed a piece of chalk and traced an outline on the floor. “But how many enemies? How many pirates were there?” Johannes pressed. Adwonus stood and spoke with a bewildered tone, “Well that’s the interesting thing. . .

. . . It was empty. There was nobody inside.”




[Private to Imbellem Tueri: Imbellem
Spot ~ Your eyes catch sight of a knife handle protruding from Adwonus’ boot. Bootknife.
Sense Motive ~ Pyrra appeared very collected and calm as she spoke, at least, until Mikael was mentioned. At that point, she couldn’t restrain her shivering, as though struggling with a deep and ardent hatred.
Knowledge Local ~ Zin. Zinvaris. You saw that name before, when you first arrived in Herrod. It was on a mercenary list for sell swords - it also mentioned tutoring! You wonder how much lessons would cost. . .]

[Private to Mikael Vaeltaja: Mikael
Knowledge Local ~ About this particular warehouse, nothing comes to mind, but you remember from the lads at the rebel outpost saying the entire Bazaar was pirate territory. And this warehouse would be very deep in it.
Knowledge Local ~ She’s Estraen. You’ve never seen an Estraen before, but there was no doubt Pyrra was one. She didn’t have the Galian features, features that humans could never discern when it came to elves. The empire of Estraeus, the millennia long enemies of Galia, was completely destroyed, as well as its people. You suppose it’s not too surprising there are small populations left. No doubt she bears ill will toward you. Aside from this, you also remember her name from the rebel lads; she was a top agent for Duke Steyus and very dangerous. Considering these two facts, you immediately resolve to never be alone with her. . .]

[Private to Dwalin Grayhammer: Dwalin
Knowledge Adventure ~ Pyrra had a challenging rating, and was certainly a rogue. Only that much you could tell. Zinvaris on the other hand was an open book. He was a dexterity-based fighter with a very difficult rating. Wielding little more than a rapier, he was undoubtedly specialized at parrying and defense, an armorless tank in a way. However, he likely did little damage as a result of that. Not to mention if he lost his weapon or was knocked off his feet, he’d be extremely vulnerable.]

[Private to Lady Jacqueline Raynelde: Jacqueline
Sense Motive ~ There wasn’t any sign they were trying to deceive you. Adwonus especially seemed earnest, a fact that somewhat surprised Jacqueline when he stated his good intentions. Pyrra definitely had some reservations about this union, but it’s likely she’ll follow Adwonus’ lead regardless. Zinvaris on the other hand seemed aloof, confident, not to mention fairly handsome. . . You caught your thoughts trying to digress. The wink really got you!
Examine ~ Donned in studded leather, Adwonus wielded a hefty orc double axe, like a staff with axeheads on both ends. Pyrra carried an especially nice long bow and also wore studded leather; there was a dagger on her belt but you doubt she used it often. Zinvaris wore little more than padded armor and carried a rapier as his sole weapon. Seemed light on his feet.
Spot ~ You spot the knife hidden in Adwonus’ boot. Memories. As for the warehouse, you don’t see any decent spot for climbing. It’d be difficult no matter where you picked.
Knowledge Local ~ As a child, you remember only that the east side of the Bazaar was deep pirate territory, and that you were to never go there!]

[Private to Herr Johannes: Johannes
Spot ~ Plain, the warehouse didn’t appear to have any windows nor a decent spot for climbing. It’d be difficult no matter where you picked.
Knowledge Adventure ~ Adwonus and Pyrra would be challenging opponents but that was the most you could discern.
Sense Motive ~ Pyrra appeared very collected and calm as she spoke, at least, until Mikael was mentioned. At that point, she couldn’t restrain her shivering, as though struggling with a deep and ardent hatred. Adwonus also appeared collected and earnest in his speech. When he mentioned the truce lasting even longer than the current mission, you were surprised. You got the feeling that his views were changing, that his loyalty to Steyus had waned in exchange for a bigger picture of the greater good. Perhaps there was hope yet.
Examine ~ Donned in studded leather, Adwonus wielded a hefty orc double axe, like a staff with axeheads on both ends. Pyrra carried an especially nice long bow and also wore studded leather; there was a dagger on her belt but you doubt she used it often. Zinvaris wore little more than padded armor and carried a rapier as his sole weapon. Seemed light on his feet.
Knowledge History ~ The story of Estraeus was not one taught in Vaterland schools, mostly because the Estraens were reported extinct, and the Galians never shared such historical knowledge with other nations. In fact, you never heard of the Estraens until you set foot in Herrod. Thus far, you have the understanding that they were long time enemies of the Galians and were utterly destroyed by them. However, this Pyrra is proof that there are still some surviving populations. You decide it’s best not to leave her and Mikael alone.]

The group stood in silence. Imbellem sat for a moment, waiting for the words to truly sink in. "Im sorry what?" he finally asked, breaking the silence. "You men just a few minuets ago... and we didnt hear or see anyone leave the building. How is that even possible?... unless they all packed themselves into crates," he added with a chuckle, trying to make light of the situation. Tensions were often high, jokes occasionally helped ease the tension. As the group stood looking at the chalk layout Adwonus drew, Imbellem tapped Ziv on the shoulder, causing him to look over toward the cleric. "Excuse me, may I have a word in private please? Just for a momnt" nodding his head to the corner of the building away from the group. Zinvaris gave a quick nod and followed Imbellem away from the group for a moment, as they spoke more about the current developments.

[Private to Zinvaris Artian: They tiptoe away from the group, Zin slightly on edge, wondering why he was being pulled away. "I know how i know you now" Imbellem said sternly. Zin kept a straight face, slowly reaching for the handle of his blade... "You're that mercenary, a great swordsman from what I hear, Its an honnor to meet you!" Imbellem said with a smile, Zin let out a nervous sigh and removed his hand from the handle of his weapon, he was worried Imbellem had a vendetta against him and meant to cause him harm, he looked at him with a smile "Always nice to meet a fan haha" he said. The tense confusion had now passed. "I was wondering for a favor..." Imbellem said as he leaned closer to the man, "I use a mace myself, but I was wondering if you would be willing to teach me a thing or two on your art of fighting. I hear it is quite a sight to behold and would love nothing more than some of that knowledge for myself. I wish only for skills to better protect my friends, which now luckily includes you. Would you be willing to show me a thing or two? I would greatly appreciate anything you could teach me" he asked with an childlike excitement and earnesty.]

[Private to DM Ryan: Imbellem Tueri rolled 15 using 1d20+5. Sense Motive Adwanus, is he telling the truth.]

In reply to Imbellem Tueri (msg # 11):

Trapper gathered the stealth oriented adventurers around him and took point as they encroached into the warehouse, weapon drawn, and trying to move quietly...
22:02, Wed 13 May 2015: Adwonus Swillman rolled 23 using 1d20+10 ((13)).(ms)
22:02, Today: Adwonus Swillman rolled 11 using 1d20+10. hiding.
Once inside, he began searching

22:04, Today: Adwonus Swillman rolled 19 using 1d20+4.(spot)

22:06, Wed 13 May 2015: Adwonus Swillman rolled 13 using 1d20+2 ((11)).(search)


22:06, Wed 13 May 2015: Adwonus Swillman rolled 23 using 1d20+3 ((20)).(listening for pirates ect)

[Private to Dwalin Grayhammer; Herr Johannes; Imbellem Tueri; Lady Jacqueline Raynelde: Before following Adwonus I whisper to my companions, "Let's watch each others backs here. We may be on the same mission with Adwonus right now, but I don't trust his companions to much. Let's stick together just incase anything goes sideways."]

I draw my spear and keep it ready in my hand. I say to those around me, "Alright let's see what these dirty pirates have been up to."

I follow behind the rest of Adwonus' group with Jacqueline. I attempt to remain quite and search for anything out of the ordinary. I also stay alert to my surroundings.

{09:55, Today: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 18 using 1d20+3. Move silently, MQ.
09:55, Today: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 16 using 1d20+7. Listen Check, Situational Awareness, MQ.
09:54, Today: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 6 using 1d20+3. Spot Check, Situational Awareness, MQ.
09:54, Today: Mikael Vaeltaja rolled 6 using 1d20+4. Search check, MQ.}
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Returning to the others, Imbellem was in a strange mood. Rather excited, like a teenage girl who got to meet the member of a boy-band. The serious tone of everyone quickly brought him down a few notches.

"Aright," He said, drawing his weapon and placing his shield on his arm, "You guys go in first and we'll give support if you need it. I would like to go in to have a look around if it truly is abandoned, but I'll follow the lead of Johannes on this one... Also if something goes wrong, we all need to work together, personal vendettas aside please. We're all on the same team here."

[Private to Dwalin Grayhammer; Herr Johannes; Lady Jacqueline Raynelde; Mikael Vaeltaja: I agree with Mikael, Nobody should be left alone with any of them... Especial you Mikael, and you Jacqueline. I stand the best chance of being left alone with them because they dont know me....But that doesnt me I want to be.]

Imbellem Tueri rolled 7 using 1d20+5. Listen check, warehouse/for possible ambush or stragglers.
Imbellem Tueri rolled 10 using 1d20+6. Spot check on Warehouse
Imbellem Tueri rolled 18 using 1d20+1. Knowledge local, possible secret escape routes

Earlier chat, see channel 4.2: the Pier

     "Alright, Zinvaris, Dwalin, Imbellem, we are the heavies in this case. Our job as the heavies is to guard the 2 entries to the warehouse. I think Zinvaris and myself will be team 1 and watch the front main entrance, likely posting near the corner of the building. Dwalin and Imbellem will be team 2 and shall watch the back door. Stay close enough to the door that you can hear if our friends inside need help, or call us in, but stay within eyesight of us at the corner. This way we can maintain communication via sight, without making noise. Remember to draw your weapons before we leave.
     Zin, can you see in the dark pretty well? I understand elves have some advantage with that? I think that is another reason it will be good to have Dwalin, with his dark vision in one team and then Zin in the other.
     Remember to keep an eye and ear out for anyone approaching. Signal with your hands to the other team if you hear someone approaching, hold fingers up for numbers of people. If you have to duck back into the alley, just give us a signal first. Better to stay hidden and not arouse suspicion.
     How about a word of prayer before we go? Dwalin, Imbellem, Jacqueline, Mikael (if they are still here). You can join in as well if you wish Zin. {I assume Adwonus and Pyrra have left already?} 'I thank you Lord Jesus that you watch over us and protect us, You give us a favor in finding the answers we need. You teacheth our hands to war. You bless what we put our hands to. I thank you for all this and that we have success in our endeavors, because of You. Thank You for this. We who are the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus say, let it be so in Jesus name, Amen!'

Any Questions before we go?...
Alright, let's move out."

I keep my guisarme in hand and ready to be used. I move with the rest of the heavies to the door, after the scouts have moved out.

I look across the way for any area we could hide by the northeast corner (like in a recessed doorway) and search for even a pallet or a crate nearby that I could move to be cover for us. If there is an easily carried pallet near the abandoned store front, I carry that over and set it upright as a piece of cover leaned against the building.
[Private to DM Ryan; Dwalin Grayhammer; Imbellem Tueri; Lady Jacqueline Raynelde; Mikael Vaeltaja:{23:50, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 5 using 1d20. Search Check, for cover or crates near the corner; MQ.
23:49, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 10 using 1d20+1. Spot Check, for hidding place near NE corner; MQ.}]

I do my best to move across the way with Zin silently and hide by the corner- I prepare to move from one side of the building to the other around the corner if I hear someone coming. Without many places to hide, going around the corner may be our only option.
[Private to DM Ryan; Dwalin Grayhammer; Imbellem Tueri; Lady Jacqueline Raynelde; Mikael Vaeltaja:{23:51, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 4 using 1d20. Hide Check, by building; MQ.
23:51, Today: Secret Roll: Herr Johannes rolled 3 using 1d20. Move Silently Check, to corner of building; MQ.}]

Upon reaching my position, I crouch, reducing my area to be seen and making me a more difficult target for ranged attacks.

I stay aware of my surroundings, keeping keeping an eye out for anyone approaching. and listening for any sounds other than the ocean in the distance.
[Private to DM Ryan; Dwalin Grayhammer; Imbellem Tueri; Lady Jacqueline Raynelde; Mikael Vaeltaja: {23:19, Today: Herr Johannes rolled 15 using 1d20+1. Listen Check, Situational Awareness; MQ. 23:19, Today: Herr Johannes rolled 13 using 1d20+1. Spot Check, Situational Awareness; MQ.}]
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Lady Jacqueline pulls out her bow with an arrow pulled tightly into place. She steps in-between Pyrra and Mikael, casting a glare at her and a nod towards Mikael to move together with herself. [Private to Mikael Vaeltaja: "You'd better stick with me, Mikael," she whispers. "I don't want her thinking it's okay to take a stab for you."] She moves as stealthily as she can, ducking into shadows when possible, keeping pace exactly between Pyrra and Mikael.

[Private to Dwalin Grayhammer; Herr Johannes; Imbellem Tueri; Mikael Vaeltaja:
23:26, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 12 using 1d20+8. Move Silently Check.
23:26, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 19 using 1d20+8. Hide Check.
23:25, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 28 using 1d20+8. Search Check. For Trap Doors.
23:25, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 17 using 1d20+8. Listen Check.
23:25, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 25 using 1d20+8. Spot Check.]
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Mikael pressed his back against the rough, wooden wall of the warehouse. The front entrance was merely a couple meters away. He could feel the ethereal spray of the ocean on his face from here, and periodically had to wipe the dampness from his brow. Jacqueline bumped against his shoulder as she shifted into a more comfortable position. She was crouched in a low stance ahead of him, and in front of her, Adwonus and Pyrra stooped in a similar stance. Together they lined up along the wall outside the warehouse. Adwnous peered around the edge of the front entrance whose doors had been propped wide open. He looked back at the others, “It’s still empty. Let’s move inside.” As swift and silent as they could, they turned the corner one after the other and filed into the building.

They dashed behind a pile of crates stacked ten feet high. But the exertion seemed needless, for not a sound stirred in the remainder of the warehouse. As Adwonus had said before, the entire place appeared deserted. And there was not much to speak of inside. Crates were stacked about the room in various piles and rows, and in the center was a large wooden platform flat on the ground; chains connected each of its four corners to pulleys along the ceiling and finally to a lever alongside it - a crane lift for moving boxes. After a few moments of waiting, Adwonus cautiously stepped out from behind cover and into the center of the room. When nothing happened he relaxed and called out to the others, “It’s safe.” After a few uneventful minutes, the stealth team called in the others waiting outside, convinced now the danger had passed. They all converged within the warehouse.

“Where’d they all go?” asked Imbellem as he poked his head between two stacks of crates. “I mean, wasn’t there like a lot of people in here not long ago?” “Yes,” replied Johannes. His tone was thick with suspicion. “We need to check for clues - be thorough.” Pyrra was already of him and had begun scouring the interior walls of the building, searching for any hidden door there might be. Mikael explored the opposite end. Johannes' attention then fell on Jacqueline who was acting strangely. “Jacqueline, what you doing?” he inquired. She didn’t respond but instead stood in the center of the warehouse, staring pensively at the chains and pulleys which operated the crane, studying them. Letting her be, Johannes switched his focus to the crates, “We should check these crates and see what’s inside. Dwalin, crowbar time!”

Pulling out their instrument, they went between the many stacks of crates and pried off lid after lid. And in each one, they found exactly the same thing - nothing at all. Imbellem knocked on higher ones with his mace, but they all replied with a resounding, hollow thud. Every last one had been emptied. They’d never felt so bewildered. After prying open the tenth empty crate, Johannes and Dwalin gave up in frustration. “Where is everything? This is strange.” Finished, the whole party congregated near the center. “Nothing,” said Pyrra with a trace of disappointment. “No secret doors around the walls.” “Same,” Mikael corroborated. Dwalin looked between the dumbfounded faces, “So, what are we going to do?”

Only Jacqueline stood apart from the others, ignoring the nearby discussion. Her eyes followed the chains which draped the ceiling. Then, an insight struck and filled her with elation. “I’ve got it!” she cried, almost too loudly. The others quieted down as they turned toward her. “What is it?” asked Johannes. “The chains! The chains, don’t you see?” She was excited at her discovery. Confused, the party responded with blank but attentive stares. “The chains! Their - aghh - just look. The rigging, makes absolutely no sense. I mean, this crane literally doesn’t lift; it’s already at its max height. So what good is it for moving boxes? That’s the thing. The chains have slack on all the wrong sides. It doesn’t lift anything up at all, at least higher than it already is. It lifts things lower!” The party continued appearing confused, struggling to interpret what she was saying.

“Aghh- Do I have to spell it out!?” she exclaimed. “It’s an elevator! An elevator that leads underground. . .”



[Private to Lady Jacqueline Raynelde: Eureka (nice natural 20)! You discern that a flip of the lever will activate the elevator and lower the platform. Judging by the length of the chain, you reckon it goes rather deep - perhaps twenty feet. There must be a decent layer of stone between you and the lower level.]

"Guys--" she gently gestured to lever. "--I think that is what activates the switch to the underground." She paused for a moment and then faltered a little in speech. "S-so... This goes underg-ground. I was aware of them using this before on a different quest..." A swift glance of concern is thrown at Johannes. "Do you think your pet parrot m-might be of some help..?"

[Private to Dwalin Grayhammer; Herr Johannes; Imbellem Tueri; Mikael Vaeltaja:
13:31, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 14 using 1d20+8. Search check. Any other treasures.

13:30, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 18 using 1d20+8. Listen Check.

13:30, Today: Secret Roll: Lady Jacqueline Raynelde rolled 14 using 1d20+8. Spot Check.]
This message was last edited by the player at 17:33, Fri 15 May 2015.

In reply to Lady Jacqueline Raynelde (msg # 18):

Trapper glanced towards the lever and to the floor space. The grip on his axe tightened. "As soon as we use that elevator, our cover will be blown. It will definitely be noticed, if not already set up for an ambush. We also got no idea as to what's down there. I'm guessing in the end it will be the only way in, but We should look for some 'quieter ways down and see what else is in here.... nice spot by the way Jaq."