[pnpgm] Game Update #109 - File #606 - Party heads down
Scott Adams
longshot at darktech.org
Fri Jan 30 06:39:55 CET 2009
HT Alias/Player Character Name Type Status/Notes Sex
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R1 John Haight...........Arawn.............Druid .Normal/Alfar Ma
?? Chris Wells...........Ben'dar...........Warrior.Normal/Human Ma
R1 Tom Corckett..........Caladan...........Wizard Normal/Human Ma
W2 Marcel Liberty........Chion.............Sailor..Normal/Human Ma
-- Tobie Bonahoom........Fremea............Sidh....NormalFaerry Fe
Do David Sanders.........Kiet.Sunan........Acrobat Normal/Human Ma
R? J H Hooten............Raban.Usherwood...Bard....Normal/Human..Ma
W4 Wout Broere...........Unali.............Ninja...Normal/Human Fe
R4 Alex Koponen..........Z'leyra...........Healer..Normal/Human Fe
Animals: Corona [Eagle] Z'leyra, Boyzdar [Wolf] (Strie'bog),
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Game Update #109 in sequence (file #606)
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[Recap]
From Raban: [Re: Actions]
Raban was upset finding the woman he rescued was murdered, but
from what was said, she must have been one of the people who
abused those down below. Was her actions some ploy to lure him
in or was she possessed by another creature who was the one
targeted for murder? It is more likely I fell for her trap and
rescued an enemy...
After Raban finishes hauling things he rushes back to check on
Fremea and the Seeker. "Fremea, they are nearly finished. There
is some magical sled that is being used to haul things down so
it may not take too long to get it all done. I think I will be
happy to leave this evil place behind... It's been a major pain
in the neck." Raban grins at his little attempt at humor and
hopes to get a smile..
GM: Ack.
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From Kiet: [Re: Actions]
I thought I had voted.
I would prefer that the total value (estimated value?) of the
treasure be calculated, shares divvied up evenly and then we
essentially 'purchase' the items we want to 'claim'.
Kiet will be D-A-double -MNED before he lets one character take
the plate armor that is probably worth more than all the rest
put together, and probably even from their last adventure (even
though I don't know that).
GM: Ack. Saw your comments but wasn't sure on the exact vote.
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From Z'leyra: [Re: Actions]
Getting back to the rest of the party Z'leyrawill inform them
about what happened below and Sven's warnings while helping load
the platform. She will glance about to see if any need her
healing skills and be ready the platform for a second trip as
quickly as possible.
GM: Ack.
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[New Stuff]
[Ma 2nd, 1633TH. 5th Day of Adventure #4.
[Location: Chaos domain, Dark Lands, 2 Miles up, Flying Island]
[Time: 1:01 pm]
[During a lull in loading gear outside Raban takes a moment to
view the covered body of the female he saved from the altar
room. Hearing about the Romati, though he hasn't heard of them
below, she must have been one of the evil ones. Knowing now
that she is one of the abusers who hurt the Seker and Anwora
she must've wanted Raban not to save her but to be a victim.
What would she have done to him in the room on that altar if
she hadn't failed that spell she must've cast? Would Raban
even be alive now?]
[Doing one last check of A'kril's bedroom finding nothing else
to take down of value, Raban decides to check on Fremea. Entering
through the portal he finds her quiet in deep thought conversation
with the Seker. Raban clears his through and speaks.]
Raban: "Fremea, they are nearly finished. There is some magical sled
that is being used to haul things down so it may not take too
long to get it all done. I think I will be happy to leave this
evil place behind... It's been a major pain in the neck."
[Raban grins at his little attempt at humor and hopes to get a
smile.. But Fremea notices his smile is faint as if behind it
is a bit of disappointment and sadness.]
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[Time: 1:18 pm]
[Z'leyra returns quickly to the island and lands just outside
the east wall again just beyond the water collection room windows.
The group reforms up, except Fremea, and she informs them of what
happened below. She tells of the death of the female visitor
and Sven's belief in the Elder's personal familiar having been
the one to do it. She informs of the warning that the wizard
who owns the Chaos domain below, Wizard Itom may send more
people to investigate. Sven suggests to leave quickly.]
[Arawn is sad to hear of more death caused by this place and the
ambition of those below seem clear. The visitor who was the
apprentice to Itom must've been expecting delivery of things
including treasure. To have a wagon her allies seem to have been
prepared. A'kril must've done a deal with the female. Even in
death A'kril seems to do much more harm.]
[Caladan leans against his staff and seems to take the entire
news in with casual observation. Clearly the female had to
be a shape changer to get this high up. Something out of his
own skill set.]
[Chion stands stone faced as usual listening and knows that it
inevitable that this should happen. The rumors of the Elder's
familiar is wide and known, likely some spread by Ki'ama himself.
Many wizards have their own supernatural pet, ally or familiar
to do tasks. Below isn't too unusual for this land but it is
nice to know the familiar didn't touch Sven. Usually is a all
or nothing attack. Chion still wonders what the Elder truly
knows about this place.]
[Kiet shrugs and doesn't know Sven all that well so doesn't know
if his warning is valid or not. But based on how he was attacked
in the Citadel he can figure out wizards can be desperate & bold.]
[Raban frowns at the thought of Z'leyra, near death, fighting
in a dangerous battle below without him to help. He feels like
screaming with all these females taking risks and not acting like
normal females. Of course most females are dainty and use their
skills in seduction or such. These women seem quite deadly and can
take care of themselves. But how can he prove himself if they
won't let him take the chance. Raban figures maybe staying below
when others are wounded might be better than up here defending a
Faerry who could take care of herself and seems well with minor
injuries.]
[Unali listens carefully and seems to be distracted, thinking
of things beyond this land. Soon the party may be leaving this
realm back to Marentia and her chance to see Katai is so close.
She wonders if her family is well and what has happened since
she left so long ago.]
[Ben'dar grins at the thought of Tef'wo taking one of them down.
Glad to know the horse is still safe.]
[Time: 1:23 pm]
[Soon another load is finished and Z'leyra steps back on and starts
the descent down again.]
[Time: 1:40 pm]
[Z'leyra lands and this time Sven has a wagon nearby in the
clearing. It has two horses and Z'leyra glances back and
notices other horses tied up with the party's horses. More
good treasure to sell it seems. As Sven takes the first load
off she glances at the horses at the wagon and notices no
brands. That'll be good for selling. Z'leyra helps to load
the goods onto the wagon.]
[Time: 1:48 pm]
[Z'leyra returns again to the flying castle for another reload.]
This one looks like it should be the last. But when it seems
it is too much to hold there is a little bit left over.]
[Time: 1:54 pm]
[Z'leyra returns down below and helps to unload. She sighs
when she realizes she could've saved time by sending down
Raban or Ben'dar to help. Too late now.]
[Time: 2:13 pm]
[Z'leyra this time loads up the two subdued and tied up prisoners.
She gestures for the Ipanza to sit on the slab but they are
clearly hesitant. When someone gestures that the castle will
go boom with hands and fingers they reluctantly step on. Z'leyra
then takes the final items and four others down below.]
[Time: 2:35 pm]
[Taking a bit longer due to the weight they finally land. When
the Ipanza see Sven they hop off quickly and speak fast to
him. Sven also talks but gestures for them to help unload and
load onto the wagon. The two prisoners are placed nearby.]
[Time: 2:39 pm]
[Z'leyra takes off again for the flying castle.]
[Time: 2:48 pm]
[This time Z'leyra takes half of the party onto the slab and
then sets off quickly. Some find it quite daunting, thrilling
and even fun. But some worry about those below who might have
seen the few trips up and down.]
[Time: 2:53 pm]
[Z'leyra has a bit of fun by instead of landing slanting the
slab a couple feet off the ground and forcing those on the
slab to slide off. Grinning she heads back up for the last
of the party.]
[Time: 3:03 pm]
[Z'leyra arrives now with the treasure gone and the last of the
party waiting. Z'leyra wonders if Fremea will be safe and
scans one last time the castle. Having left her samples of
the creatures she hopes the Glyph saw but figures the Wind
Elementals are always watching. Z'leyra gestures for those
to sit down and hold the ropes Kiet has criss-crossed
along the slab for rails, holding and feet leverage. For
the last time Z'leyra heads off and down.]
[Time: 3:15 pm]
[Z'leyra lands below and realizes the slab should've been
placed below the treasure on the wagon. Sven must have
thought the same thing and has unloaded most of the gear
to reorganize into a better efficient load.]
Actions? Comments?
Next Update...Monday...
GM: It takes about 2 hours to go up/down in total with the
various loads. I wasn't sure who goes on which trip
so just generalize it above. Sunset is maybe 3 hours
and there are 12 miles to go before the party can reach
the Balance domain border. Meaning some night travel
will be required so possible torches, Sidh (Arawn) and
night vision folks (Z'leyra) might be needed in front.
GM: Final details -
Arawn - I assume those Metal Man/Statue strips will also be
left behind as they were "slaves" in some respect?
Fremea - Still got email to come eventually. Haven't had
time to finish it.
Who will be the ones last on the island aside from Fremea?
Fremea CAN teleport (I forgot). So Chion won't be needed
per se unless she wants him there. Fremea do you want anyone
with you at the end? Guys let me know this by Monday if
possible.
Any last minute details on/in/around the castle? Say so now!
GM: Monday we'll head the party back to the Balance Domain and
Fremea will head the island to the sea. Fremea you can
teleport the Seker out so that's good. It will take at
least 2 teleports to return to the old Balance Domain camp
from the previous night.
GM: Treasure report - I'm about 95% done with the v2 report.
Will likely post it Monday. BTW the website is back up
and updated with posts. Before I do some preview. Here
are some treasure item conflicts:
* Item Conflicts: Players who claimed item are listed in order of claim
1) Flag, Unknown nation - Arawn/Kiet
2) Dark Lands Map - Z'leyra/Arawn
3) Fine Cloth, Wool - Z'leyra/Kiet
4) Fine Cloth, Silk - Z'leyra/Kiet
5) Fur Cloak, Exceptional Quality - Z'leyra/Kiet
6) Glass Bottles (5), Empty - Z'leyra/Kiet
7) Books - Books 20-24 - Arawn/Kiet
Arawn selected - 10, 13, 18-23, 24*
Kiet Selected - 20-24
For example Arawn put the first claim into the Flag then
Kiet. Now for conflicts you guys can either simply give
up the item, discuss who should have it, fight to the
death over it, go to People's Court or simply talk civilized
over it and who needs it better. If no resolution can be
done then maybe I can play King Solomon and divide the item
up or flip a coin. :) Usually these things resolve themselves
with no blood though. You can do it privately in email or
public on the list. Let me know results. Thanks. If
you have questions on the items let me know. Consult
the first treasure report on the list for further info
like width, height and cost for example.
GM: Treasure Votes
All votes are in:
Method 1 - 3 votes [Arawn, Unali, Fremea]
Method 2 - 4 votes [Ben'dar, Chion, Z'leyra, Kiet]
Other - 0 votes
N/A - 2 votes [Raban, Caladan]
Well as you can see all votes are in. Five is a majority of
the players. With four method 2 technically wins. I did
save we need a majority. But first I need to make some
comments. In over 9 years of this pbem method 1 has worked
well and till only a month ago has things been said. Even
conflicts were done well. All were happy and all become
rich, fairly. It seems the big item in question is the
Elven plate a unique very rare item indeed. For most humans
it would be easy to obtain such armor. To an Alfar it is
near impossible to get and repair elven armor. The alloys
can't just be bought on every street market. So to have
such a item is big reward for a Elf regardless of cost.
At this point Kiet has said he finds the claim outrageous.
Now I'm all for free will and thus I allow the voting to
happen. But I don't want strife as it leads to fights
and that leads to departures. Some could say the books
are worth far more than the plate to scholars. To Ben'dar
the books might be just paper to burn. But to someone
like Kaylle they could be worth 3x the plate in knowledge.
Even Kiet has taken some of those books as claims.
Now method 2 is new to me and thus its far more book keeping.
I had to redo the math on the entire report. But the problem
is how do I determine the true value of things like the books,
scrolls, maps AND the plate? A library in Marentia might
pay 2 gold for one book while Ticasi's scholars might pay
200 gold. So how do I figure value for party share deletion?
Same goes for the plate. The plate by the math could be
as much as 7500 gold if you figure base value. Katai brings
in about 240k gold a year that's 1/24th (more or less) of
their total income. Even for them that would be a high
price. Who in their right mind as a monarch or rich merchant
could afford that? Who will buy such a expensive thing
much less be able to find a buyer for it? How many years
will that take?
This is my problem. How do I figure out Arawn's deleted
share from this value? For the books I'm considering
those items not sold and kept. So without this plate things
go easy with it and contention it goes a bit harder.
So I would like another vote. If you think Arawn should
not get the armor let me know. This outright without
a share deletion. You can do so privately. I know how
Kiet feels and I respect that view. But I want to see
how others thing about it. If only one person has a problem
with it then let's just give it to him. I don't like to
be a dictator GM and just dictate how things will go so
I want to see how folks feel about it. Once I hear I can
post the report better and figure out what folks will get
and the like. BTW notice I've not even shared the true
properties of the armor - for all Arawn knows it could
be cursed or really really smelly! If a majority wishes
Arawn not to take it then how do I figure out his party
share? I'll take those comments as well. At this point
it looks like something 130 gold per person (roughly).
So 130-7500 gold is a major negative. That based on this
adventure would mean Arawn would have to go about 50 years
to regain a share. That means 50 years probably without
getting even basic treasure like food and basic living
supplies. Is that fair? I DO see the merit of Method 2.
But I have to play devil's advocate here and give what
I also see and problems with it. So I'll take all public
and private comments. Thanks. If I was a dictator I
could just claim method 2 isn't technically a majority and
rule method 1 wins and Arawn gets it free. :) But that
would probably upset a few.
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