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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 12, 2024 20:14:38 GMT -5
Gereon and ten sturdy looking young men (your equal partners) are gathered at the meeting place. An old well-used wagon and four older well-used mules are hooked to same wagon. On the wagon you will discover the following:Food Stuffs- A few dozen loaves of not quite fresh bread- A ample supply of hardtack (hard biscuits)- 5 lbs of cornmeal- 5 lbs of coarse flour- 2 old but serviceable 30 gallon Water Barrels- About 50 lbs of various tubers- 5 lbs of Lard- 2 lbs of Salt- 1 lb of various herbs for cooking- 4 lbs of onionsOther Supplies
- 4 wooden buckets 2.5 gallons each- 300 feet of rope- grappling hook- 3 hatchet's- 4 old but serviceable 15' by 15' tarps.- a old very well used steel pry bar- 2 old shovels- 2 old pickaxes- 1 Vial of acid- 1 Vial Holy water- 12 iron spikes & mallet- 1 magnifying glass- 1 set old lock picks- 3 pieces of chalk each about 3 inches long- bag of rags- 3 flasks of oil- 2 flasks of cheap whiskey- 8 clean, but well worn woolen blankets- 1 skillet and 1 small cauldron- chain and hook to support the cauldron- 3 sets of tinder and steel - 3 Spears- 5 old but serviceable knives
- 8 large sacks and 8 small sacks (added since arjen answered the question)Gereon says (with a grin), "Here are also an old billy goat and four old hens that are still laying eggs."
Gereon says, Slim knows which branches to cut and you can make wooden torches each time you camp as you travel, you can also gather all the dry firewood and kindling that you want to gather."Gereon says, "I trust that some of you know how to make and replace handles. And of course you will be able to cut as many 10 foot poles as you want."Geroen says to Sor, "You can gather herbs as you go, Reyner can help with that and here is enough herbs to make two healing poultices(natural healing remedy). Here are also two Healing Potions to use for dire need.Gereon introduces the young men to you, "These men have agreed to go with you for equal shares in whatever you gain on this journey, realizing that it may all come to naught, they are accepting that risk. They are all equipped for the roles that they will play during this trek.""First up we have Mort and Slim. They will take care of the mules and wagon, and generally secure the camp, Mort is also your cook and has some ability at it, or one of you can cook for the party if you would rather do that.Next up are Hearne and Holter, they can hunt and fish and they are have traveled 5 days out, numerous times and have always found the hunting and fishing to be excellent. They will hunt and serve as scouts during travel and help guard the camp once you reach your destination."Then Gereon says, "The remaining six men will bear torches into the dungeon and help carry out anything found. They also have some ability with spears and also carry javelins.They are, ConanusReynerReimfredBausanMaugreDauidOOC: All rolled 3d6 in orderName STR INT WIS CON DEX CHA HPs
Mort 10 11 10 18 13 11 7
Slim 10 9 14 12 16 9 5
Hearne 12 11 9 12 13 12 4
Holter 12 9 10 12 13 9 5
Conanus 13 16 8 13 13 7 5
Reyner 12 6 13 13 16 5 4
Reimfred 14 12 7 12 15 6 6
Bausan 13 13 8 11 13 11 4
Maugre 11 12 7 9 13 10 3
Dauid 14 14 11 14 17 5 7They all have the following equipment:
- Leather Armor
- Helmet
- Spear
- 3 Javelins
- Hunting Knife
- Leather Backpack
- Old Woolen Blanket
- 1 Large Sack
- 1 Small Sack
- 2 old Water Skins (one cheap wine, one fresh water)
- Wooden Cross
- 1 Garlic Bud
- 4 weeks worth of rations
- Flint & Steel
In addition Mort and Slim each have
- 1 skillet and 1 small cauldron
- chain and hook to support the cauldron
In addition, Hearne and Holter each have
- Long Bow
- Quiver of 20 Hunting Arrows (plus 2 bundles of 20 arrows)
- Skinning Knife
- 2 Silver Tipped Arrows
- Several hooks and twine for Fishing
- Small fishing nets
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 15, 2024 12:17:59 GMT -5
OOC: Any questions before you hit the road, ask them now. Also if any of you have used any of your remaining coin to buy food (hint, hint), let me know now and update your character sheet so I know what you are starting with. Otherwise you may begin.
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Post by The Semi-Retired Gamer on Feb 16, 2024 11:40:39 GMT -5
OOC: Any questions before you hit the road, ask them now. Also if any of you have used any of your remaining coin to buy food (hint, hint), let me know now and update your character sheet so I know what you are starting with. Otherwise you may begin. |
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 17, 2024 18:59:52 GMT -5
Gereon and ten sturdy looking young men (your equal partners) are gathered at the meeting place. An old well-used wagon and four older well-used mules are hooked to same wagon.
SnipGereon says (with a grin), "Here are also an old billy goat and four old hens that are still laying eggs."
Gereon says, Slim knows which branches to cut and you can make wooden torches each time you camp as you travel, you can also gather all the dry firewood and kindling that you want to gather."Gereon says, "I trust that some of you know how to make and replace handles. And of course you will be able to cut as many 10 foot poles as you want."Geroen says to Sor, "You can gather herbs as you go, Reyner can help with that and here is enough herbs to make two healing poultices(natural healing remedy). Here are also two Healing Potions to use for dire need.Gereon introduces the young men to you, "These men have agreed to go with you for equal shares in whatever you gain on this journey, realizing that it may all come to naught, they are accepting that risk. They are all equipped for the roles that they will play during this trek.""First up we have Mort and Slim. They will take care of the mules and wagon, and generally secure the camp, Mort is also your cook and has some ability at it, or one of you can cook for the party if you would rather do that.Next up are Hearne and Holter, they can hunt and fish and they are have traveled 5 days out, numerous times and have always found the hunting and fishing to be excellent. They will hunt and serve as scouts during travel and help guard the camp once you reach your destination."Then Gereon says, "The remaining six men will bear torches into the dungeon and help carry out anything found. They also have some ability with spears and also carry javelins.They are, ConanusReynerReimfredBausanMaugreDauid
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Post by hengest on Feb 17, 2024 19:46:17 GMT -5
OOC: Any questions before you hit the road, ask them now. Also if any of you have used any of your remaining coin to buy food (hint, hint), let me know now and update your character sheet so I know what you are starting with. Otherwise you may begin. |
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Post by hengest on Feb 17, 2024 19:54:27 GMT -5
Sor greets the men, introducing Ferdinand, who continues to stand a bit apart, to no one.
Sor spends a little extra time talking to Hearne and Holter, showing a touch of interest in their skills, although he hesitates a bit on Hearne's name. He asks in which directions they've travelled, and if they've seen any unclean creatures on their journeys.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 17, 2024 23:46:27 GMT -5
Sor greets the men, introducing Ferdinand, who continues to stand a bit apart, to no one. Sor spends a little extra time talking to Hearne and Holter, showing a touch of interest in their skills, although he hesitates a bit on Hearne's name. He asks in which directions they've travelled, and if they've seen any unclean creatures on their journeys. |
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Post by hengest on Feb 18, 2024 0:40:03 GMT -5
Sor shows them some tricks of the sling (retrieving the charges after), how to understand the weight and shape of the charge. He also shows them his method of drawing back the charge with his dumb hand, which few people think to do. It's better to use your smarter hand to hold and control the frame, Sor explains, letting them both try it with a little instruction.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 18, 2024 14:16:48 GMT -5
Sor shows them some tricks of the sling (retrieving the charges after), how to understand the weight and shape of the charge. He also shows them his method of drawing back the charge with his dumb hand, which few people think to do. It's better to use your smarter hand to hold and control the frame, Sor explains, letting them both try it with a little instruction. |
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Post by hengest on Feb 18, 2024 19:57:57 GMT -5
Sor nods with a half-smile, his eyes looking a bit sheepish, explaining he'll be glad to show them anything he can.
Ferdinand sings a strange, cantering tune to himself, not far off from where Sor and his new friends are talking.
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Post by The Semi-Retired Gamer on Feb 19, 2024 18:00:40 GMT -5
Thomas: "Brother Gereon, may the blessings of the One God be abundant on you and your congregation. You and your people provided us with more than suitable help and supplies. We shall strive to do them as proud as you have done us.". Looking over the crowd, Thomas opens his arms up wide and addresses the group as a whole.
"Thank you for coming on this excursion knowing that there are risks associated with the possibilities of reward. We welcome your companionship along the way.".
Thomas moves among the crowd introducing himself as he goes.
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Post by arjen on Feb 20, 2024 21:52:01 GMT -5
bought some rations and changed sheets
Roderick will say a traveling prayed for the road and bless any that is willing with a special recital from the travel blessings of St. Christopher:
-"Blessed be the feet that travel the path, trust in the One True God and heed the wisdoms of St. Cristopher"
-"Blessed be those that don't fear the path in the name of the One True God and his servant St. Cristopher"
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 23, 2024 14:13:09 GMT -5
OOC: JMiskimen anything to say at this juncture?
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Post by JMiskimen on Feb 23, 2024 15:35:52 GMT -5
On the toes of his leather boots, peering into a barrel full of assorted tubers, Bosco suddenly shot a glare at The Perilous Dreamer - as if to convey a perturbed nature at the very thought of being prodded to action. With a huff of either exasperation or the strain of his limited reach, he withdrew his arm retrieving a knobby carrot.
He glanced at the Holy-men and paused to hear their plea for good fortune. Every little bit helps, he supposed in thought and strolled over to the team of beasts prepared at the wagon. He studied the lead creature for a moment and held forth the carrot in his gloved mitt. As the animal crunched the tuber in its mouth, he pet the beast just above its snout.
Bosco never had much an affinity for fauna or flora, unlike most of his kin - but that was not to say he lacked empathy or affection for such things. They just couldn't hold his interest for as long as material items and wealth - and the finer comforts at that.
Anexos heard the words of the Knee-Benders and considered the probability of the upcoming venture's success. Last he had considered the paths of the heavens, he bemused that fate may be the nature of the world - at least a contributing factor to such. He lolled the concept of divine beings in the universes about in his mind for a moment and dismissed the idea that such powers could have any interest in minute, finite beings such as those assembled here in this garden. However, if men ruddered their own fates in reality, then it was entirely reasonable that positivity in thoughts, speech, and actions would certainly effect the outcome of probabilities, if even slightly so.
His introspective philosophical thoughts were drawn back abruptly to the present by that impatient Hobbit ...
Bosco: "Well then, with The One-God's approval, lets not dawdle any further! Adventure, Riches, and Certain Death await!"
JM.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 23, 2024 17:50:55 GMT -5
On the toes of his leather boots, peering into a barrel full of assorted tubers, Bosco suddenly shot a glare at The Perilous Dreamer - as if to convey a perturbed nature at the very thought of being prodded to action. With a huff of either exasperation or the strain of his limited reach, he withdrew his arm retrieving a knobby carrot. He glanced at the Holy-men and paused to hear their plea for good fortune. Every little bit helps, he supposed in thought and strolled over to the team of beasts prepared at the wagon. He studied the lead creature for a moment and held forth the carrot in his gloved mitt. As the animal crunched the tuber in its mouth, he pet the beast just above its snout. Bosco never had much an affinity for fauna or flora, unlike most of his kin - but that was not to say he lacked empathy or affection for such things. They just couldn't hold his interest for as long as material items and wealth - and the finer comforts at that. Anexos heard the words of the Knee-Benders and considered the probability of the upcoming venture's success. Last he had considered the paths of the heavens, he bemused that fate may be the nature of the world - at least a contributing factor to such. He lolled the concept of divine beings in the universes about in his mind for a moment and dismissed the idea that such powers could have any interest in minute, finite beings such as those assembled here in this garden. However, if men ruddered their own fates in reality, then it was entirely reasonable that positivity in thoughts, speech, and actions would certainly effect the outcome of probabilities, if even slightly so. His introspective philosophical thoughts were drawn back abruptly to the present by that impatient Hobbit ... Bosco: "Well then, with The One-God's approval, lets not dawdle any further! Adventure, Riches, and Certain Death await!" JM.  |
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 23, 2024 18:01:43 GMT -5
In addition to the supplies on the wagon and those belonging to the townsmen, the PCs have the following food:
Sor & Ferdinand
3 Iron Rations & 8 Weeks Low Quality Rations
Roderick & Bilwis
3 Iron Rations & 2 Weeks LQR
Anexos & Bosco
4 Standard Rations
Richard & Thomas
2 Iron Rations & 8 LQR
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 23, 2024 18:09:28 GMT -5
After bestowing his blessings on the group and bidding you good travel Gereon takes his leave of you and says that he will have someone check this location daily for their return starting 9 weeks from today.
Mort starts the mules and the wagon on the way westward for the moment, following a known trail.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 23, 2024 18:18:24 GMT -5
So begins Day One of the Journey
The two huntsman, Hearne and Holter, gradually disappear from sight as they scout ahead, checking conditions and eventually to scout for a good camping place for the night.The day is warm and the party sorts itself out as the travel begins.
Mort & Slim are driving the wagon forward with (the billy goat is trailing the wagon)
Conanus, Reyner, Reimfred walking on the right side of the wagon and
Bausan, Maugre, Dauid walking on the left side of the wagon.OOC: The PCs should indicate where they are at in regard to the wagon and what they are generally doing as the walk along (or perhaps ? riding in Ferdinand's case). If it is unspecified, it will be assumed you are walking some distance behind the wagon.hengest, arjen, The Semi-Retired Gamer and JMiskimen
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Post by arjen on Feb 23, 2024 18:35:25 GMT -5
Roderick will walk along the caravan and Bilwis will move some 30 yards to the left or right (according to the lay of the land) from the caravan. Bilwis will convene with Roderick every 2 hours or so about warning signs, ideas or so. of course when Bilwis detects something pressing they will try to convey that to the caravan as soon as safely possible
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 23, 2024 22:09:10 GMT -5
Roderick will walk along the caravan and Bilwis will move some 30 yards to the left or right (according to the lay of the land) from the caravan. Bilwis will convene with Roderick every 2 hours or so about warning signs, ideas or so. of course when Bilwis detects something pressing they will try to convey that to the caravan as soon as safely possible |
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Post by The Semi-Retired Gamer on Feb 24, 2024 11:51:54 GMT -5
Thomas will walk among the caravan observing the general conditions of the travelling company and reciting meditations of The One God. Rickard will walk and keep a watchful eye side to side.
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Post by hengest on Feb 24, 2024 21:51:33 GMT -5
So begins Day One of the Journey
The two huntsman, Hearne and Holter, gradually disappear from sight as they scout ahead, checking conditions and eventually to scout for a good camping place for the night.The day is warm and the party sorts itself out as the travel begins.
Mort & Slim are driving the wagon forward with (the billy goat is trailing the wagon)
Conanus, Reyner, Reimfred walking on the right side of the wagon and
Bausan, Maugre, Dauid walking on the left side of the wagon.OOC: The PCs should indicate where they are at in regard to the wagon and what they are generally doing as the walk along (or perhaps ? riding in Ferdinand's case). If it is unspecified, it will be assumed you are walking some distance behind the wagon.hengest , arjen , The Semi-Retired Gamer and JMiskimen Ferdinand rides up ahead, Sor walks on the right side of the wagon. |
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 24, 2024 23:57:25 GMT -5
Nearing noontime, they come to small stream and the mules are allowed to drink and to rest for about a half hour before you continue on. While it is not customary to stop eat a midday meal while traveling you may eat something if you desire, you will note that none of the ten do.
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Post by hengest on Feb 25, 2024 0:28:33 GMT -5
Neither Ferdinand nor Sor eats anything at this stop.
Sor does ask his sling-friends if they've been through here before.
Edited to fix typo
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Post by The Semi-Retired Gamer on Feb 25, 2024 16:38:25 GMT -5
Thomas offers a simple supplication to The One God before drinking some water and take a few moments rest.
Rickard drinks and does some simple stretching at this point.
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Post by JMiskimen on Feb 25, 2024 17:51:29 GMT -5
Bosco, being rather more winded than Anexos, has decided he will ride in the rear of the wagon as his strides are much shorter than all his companions. He refuses to understand why he should walk twice as far as anyone else on this venture.
The pale-haired wizard views the skies for any signs or portents that bode ill.
JM.
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Post by arjen on Feb 25, 2024 19:44:09 GMT -5
Biswil checks the surroundings for evidence of humans/humanoids of big animals, while staying within sight of the camp. Roderick will drink from the wineskin and refill his skin in the street, singing a little ditty consisting of, basically, tips and tricks for travelers set to rhyme and invoking ST. Christopher.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 25, 2024 21:10:39 GMT -5
Hearne shows up about mid-afternoon, checks in with Mort & Slim and immediately sets off again. Mort pulls the wagon to short halt and after anyone interested has gathered near says that Hearne and Holter have found a good campsite with water and a good defensive spot. Holter is setting up there now and Hearne is going back to help with that. He said we should all bring our appetites.
After conveying this to the party, Mort prepares to move on.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Feb 27, 2024 16:39:03 GMT -5
As you travel along you see several types of scavenger birds circling in the sky off to the south, you note that they have only shown up in the last half of an hour.
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Post by JMiskimen on Feb 27, 2024 17:50:54 GMT -5
Anexos squints at the skyline and gestures to the men.
Anexos: Lo, yonder sky sends us an ill omen, as Eaters of the Dead have taken wing ...
JM.
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