Xavion
 OOC Thread 

You've all arrived via whatever means in the town of Goldcrest on the shores of the Twisting Sea, here to work for the Sterling Company to help protect the town and explore the seas to the north. Most of the towns trade comes from its local mines, and as a port for mines further upriver, Cloudrun is only a few days travel to the south through the hills.

A building has already been purchased in advance to base your operations out of by the Sterling Company, and you've been informed the town postmaster has the keys to the hall, a tall sallow gentleman by the name of Bill.
Nuptup
Vex Zeego follows along slightly behind his Zombified Companion Zuux'Rin as the duo takes in the surroundings of the township they'll be calling home for a while.   "Well, I guess this is home now! I can't wait to see what kind of stuff goes on here!"   Vex states as they take note of the townsfolk and any of the other Sterling Company members that had arrived in the same method as the two of them had.

Vex always has a book in his hand, idly flipping through the pages as they walk, meanwhile Zuux seems to keep his hand resting on the hilt of his sword at all times, thinking to himself,  I wonder where this "Bill" is located. 
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
ArvinLarn
Goldcrest was familiar, in a way: bustling with traffic as the tide of commerce ebbed and flow like the tide of the Twisting Sea. Animals and people both moved through the streets, going to and from their destinations. Big enough of a coastal town to be a busy agricultural and industrial hub but small enough to still have a bit of that rustic charm.

Markus stifled a yawn, stretching languidly as he strolled through the streets. The ride to Goldcrest had been long and left his body stiff. He couldn't hop back on his two feet fast enough the moment they had finally arrived. Now all that was left to do was to find Goldcrest's Postmaster and get settled in for the coming days. A wistful sigh slipped past the Half-Orc's lips. Skalitz was a long ways away now, distance and time both.


 
 Originally Posted by Nuptup 
   "Well, I guess this is home now! I can't wait to see what kind of stuff goes on here!"   
 

It was hard to miss the duo of Vex and Zuux, much like the Half-Orc clad head-to-toe in armor and gear with his polearm resting easy on his shoulder. He raised his hand, waving to get the two's attention.

  "You two Sterling Company too? I'm Markus, nice to meet y'two."   Were his first words once the three were close enough for a conversation.


 

 
 Spoiler: OOC Details 
None, for now
 

 
 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Nuptup
 
 Originally Posted by ArvinLarn 
   "You two Sterling Company too? I'm Markus, nice to meet y'two."   
 

Vex is busy with his texts, reading about some obscure arcane something-or-other, but Zuux'Rin turns to appraise the tall, heavily armored man with a curt nod before replying,   "That we are."   before he grabs at the sash across his body and pulls it taut to reveal the Sterling Company Crest pinned to the fabric.   "I am Zuux'Rin, and my distracted friend is Vex."   He adds, slapping Vex with his tail to get his attention, causing the smaller of the two kobolds to snap to attention and awkwardly wave at Markus.
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
ArvinLarn
 
 Originally Posted by Nuptup 
   "That we are. I am Zuux'Rin, and my distracted friend is Vex."   
 

If anything, the green former farmboy seemed more amused by the display than anything.   "Zuun and Vex, gotcha."   He replied with a chuckle as he tipped the brim of his kettle helm in their direction before pulling out the Sterling Company's crest from one of the pockets on his bandolier.

  "Still trying to find Bill too, I guess? We can keep jabbering on the way."   The Half-Orc adds as he tucks the crest away, waving a hand further down towards the street.


 

 
 Spoiler: OOC Details 
None, for now
 

 
 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Nuptup
 
 Originally Posted by ArvinLarn 
   "Still trying to find Bill too, I guess? We can keep jabbering on the way."   
 

  "Yeah, we haven't had much time to look around for the guy with the key. But.., I was just gonna pick the lock and head inside."   Vex replies with a confident smirk as he closes his tome. The cover and spine are decorated in boney fragments and chunks that seem to be adhered to the surface. It's almost impressively artistic, if it weren't so morbid. He opens a bag on his back and slips the book inside gingerly before smiling up at their new companion and saying,   "Well.., when I find the building that is."  
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
ArvinLarn
 
 Originally Posted by Nuptup 
   "Yeah, we haven't had much time to look around for the guy with the key. But.., I was just gonna pick the lock and head inside. Well.., when I find the building that is."   
 

Markus snorts, making no comment on the macabre binding of Vex's tome even as his ruby gaze lingered on the strange book.

  "Please don't. Last thing we need is the town guards thinking we're a bunch of burglars. Nevermind the earful the Company's gonna give us for making them look bad."   He chides good-naturedly as he makes to continue his wandering through town in search of the most important-looking building.


 

 
 Spoiler: OOC Details 
None, for now
 

 
 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Nuptup
 
 Originally Posted by ArvinLarn 
   "Please don't. Last thing we need is the town guards thinking we're a bunch of burglars. Nevermind the earful the Company's gonna give us for making them look bad."   
 

Vex sulks a bit as he puts away the kit of burglary tools he has and mutters out,   "I like to think of it as showing off my skills for the company."    Why doesn't anyone let me pop locks..?  He thinks to himself.

  "I can't imagine they'd get too upset about it. I'm sure someone would go get the proper key at some point anyway. But, you seem to be more at-ease here, so we'll follow your lead."   Zuux'Rin says as he reaches his arms behind his head and stretches him back, sickening pops coming from his spine as he cracks his undead back. While he still looks almost like a completely alive and well kobold guy, the aspects of undeath make themselves apparent in his dark eyes, dry, taut skin, and his dour expression.
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
Triskavanski
      
     Rocking Horse    
   AC:  17  | HP:  24  | Current:  24
 Fortitude:  +5  | Reflex:  +6 | Will:  +6  | Perception:  +6
 Active Effects:   None.
 Conditions:   None.
   
 
  
 "Well the proper key, is C of course.."  replied the centaur walking up soon behind the group, strumming on a lute. Giving a few twists of the tuning knobs, he began playing a short song for the group.

  "And so the brave adventurers began their quest
Arriving on the first day to the town of Goldcrest
To find a man named Bill and listen to his plea
near the shores of the twisted sea


A Motley crew, a sight to behold
First of their legends to be told
What could it be? What foul darkness vexed the land
That would need the help of this adventuring band?"  
 
 Spoiler: Song 
 https://youtube.com/shorts/2y7LTPMW5AI 
 
MesiDoomstalker
Vex found a gauntleted fist bonking his noggin. Farsal rolled his eyes dramatically at the tiny kobold's antics. "  I didn't appreciate ya opening  my  door and I knew you.  " He grumbled, sharing an exasperated look with Zuux'rin. "  Lets just... find this Bill guy. Clean and easy.  " Farsal crossed his arms, metal clanking against each other. The iruxi's sunken eyes bored down at the kobold, challenging the 'bold to talk back.
ArvinLarn
Markus' gaze jumped from one person to another. A pair of Kobolds, a Centaur and an Iruxi? Hard to find a more eclectic band of individuals in this humble little coastal town. Reminded him of that band of adventurers from the Sterling Company long ago, when the old Skalitz had been swallowed and this life of wandering started. He grinned.


 
 Originally Posted by Nuptup 
   "I like to think of it as showing off my skills for the company."  
  "I can't imagine they'd get too upset about it. I'm sure someone would go get the proper key at some point anyway. But, you seem to be more at-ease here, so we'll follow your lead."   
 

  "I don't doubt you can pick the lock. Just that I'd rather not have to explain to the guards that we're not thieves and we actually paid to live here. We're gonna be living in this hall for a while, remember?"   He waved a hand towards the rest of Goldcrest.   "Best we make a good impression, save ourselves a headache further down the line."  

 
 Originally Posted by MesiDoomstalker 
 "  I didn't appreciate ya opening  my  door and I knew you. Let's just... find this Bill guy. Clean and easy.  " 
 

  "See? He gets it."   Markus nodded towards Vex. Maybe it shouldn't be surprising that the two Kobolds had a history with the latter... or maybe it should be? The Half-Orc wasn't sure.


 
 Originally Posted by Triskavanski 
  "Well the proper key, is C of course.."  
 

  "Don't think I've quite got the ear for music that you do."   He turned to the mysterious Centaur who could hold a tune better than he ever could.   "So what's your name?"   He asked, helmed head tilting to the side. He was curious more than anything, didn't know the Company hired bards as well.


 

 
 Spoiler: OOC Details 
None, for now
 

 
 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Triskavanski
      
     Rocking Horse    
   AC:  17  | HP:  24  | Current:  24
 Fortitude:  +5  | Reflex:  +6 | Will:  +6  | Perception:  +6
 Active Effects:   None.
 Conditions:   None.
   
 
  

Rocking Horse blinks, looking at Markus "Me? You've heard of me before.. Since my real name is too hard for people to pronounce you can call me   Rocking Horse!    He raises a hand up into the air as numerous tattoos on his body light up with a flash of coloring, before playing a power cord on his lute.  "Its up to me to chronical our journey together. And I'll do so in song! Though for the moment keeping it a bit more folksy." 
ArvinLarn
 
 Originally Posted by Triskavanski 
  "Me? You've heard of me before.. Since my real name is too hard for people to pronounce you can call me   Rocking Horse!    
 

  "I've been living under a rock 'till recently, so..."   The Half-Orc shrugs. Living on the shores of the Twisting Seas and far from the nearest proper port will do that.   "Will 'Rock' work? 'Horse' is a lil' rude and 'Rocking' a little awkward. 'Specially during a fight."   Which, if nothing else, they were all geared for.

... As soon as they actually found Bill and settled in.

 

 
 Spoiler: OOC Details 
None, for now
 

 
 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Nuptup
 
 Originally Posted by Triskavanski 
  "Me? You've heard of me before.. Since my real name is too hard for people to pronounce you can call me   Rocking Horse!    
 


 
 Originally Posted by ArvinLarn 
   "Will 'Rock' work? 'Horse' is a lil' rude and 'Rocking' a little awkward. 'Specially during a fight."   
 

Vex rubs the back of his head where he was bonked before saying,   "I think R-H sounds cool when you say it right!"   Vex comments, sounding out the different ways you can pronounce it before settling on the one he likes.   "So, 'Raich', you're gonna write songs about our adventures?"   He strikes a devious pose and adds,   "Make sure to catch my bad-side!"  

 
 Originally Posted by MesiDoomstalker 
 "  I didn't appreciate ya opening  my  door and I knew you.  " 
 

Zuux'Rin facepalms, looking like he's been dealing with this for a lifetime before he levels his dark eyes at Farsal and presses him with a pointed comment,   "There's no reason to lie among companions. You know you appreciated the wake up call."  
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
MesiDoomstalker
  A 40 pound kobold jumping onto my chest is  not  a wake up call!   The iruxi growled, his fleshy fringe fluttering as his temper flared.
Infernally Clay
      
  Dust 
  Fetchling Magus 2 
 AC:  19  | HP:  26/26  | Perception:  +5
 Fortitude:  +7  | Reflex:  +8  | Will:  +7
 Spell Slots: 1st:  2/2
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Gouging Claw, Ignition, Light, Detect Magic, Shield
1st - Runic Weapon, Shockwave

 Spellstrike:  1/1
 Focus Points:  2/2
 Active Effects:  None
 Concentrating:  None
 Conditions:  None  
 
  

" I'm sure we can find something heavier next time, " Dust says, her voice as wispy and ethereal as she is. It's almost difficult to see her in the shadows, despite the room being quite bright.
Xavion
Goldcrest's post office can be easily located near the docks, acting as a hub for messages to the surrounding hills.

Bill is currently manning the office, a particularly tall man with black hair and dark eyes and a strained expression, looking almost like his skin is stretched tight on his frame. He would expect a Sterling badge as proof of identity to claim the keys.
ArvinLarn
Markus nodded towards Dust, not quite sure when the Magus had joined them but she was part of the Company much as they all were. He shook his head with a chuckle as the argument continued on. This assignment was starting to shape up to be a lively one... whether that was a good thing or a bad thing remained to be seen.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 Goldcrest's post office can be easily located near the docks, acting as a hub for messages to the surrounding hills. 
 

Nevertheless, briefly stopping and asking one of the locals for directions to the town post office turned out to be the right call. The Half-Orc doffed his kettle helm as he stepped into the postmaster's office after knocking on the door and getting permission to enter.

  "Good morning, Mister Bill. Me and my friends are from the Sterling Company."   He says as much while taking out his Crest from it's pocket.   "Call me 'Markus', I hope we weren't late?"  

 

 
 Spoiler: OOC Details 
None, for now
 

 
 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Guisarme:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d10+4 Slashing
 Traits:  Reach, Trip 
 Longsword:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d8+4 Slashing | Piercing
 Traits:  Versatile P 
 Elemental Blast (Fire):   Attack:  +7
 Damage:  1d6 Fire (Add Strength Bonus if Melee)
 Traits:   See Further Details  
 Fists:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d4+4 Bludgeoning
 Traits:  Agile, Finesse, Nonlethal, Unarmed 
 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Nuptup
 
 Originally Posted by MesiDoomstalker 
   A 40 pound kobold jumping onto my chest is  not  a wake up call!   The iruxi growled, his fleshy fringe fluttering as his temper flared. 
 

Vex giggles through a happy smile as Zuux'Rin manages to crack a smirk as well, happy to see them somewhat getting along.


 
 Originally Posted by Infernally Clay 
 " I'm sure we can find something heavier next time, " Dust says, her voice as wispy and ethereal as she is. It's almost difficult to see her in the shadows, despite the room being quite bright. 
 

  "Whoa! H-how'd you do that?"   Vex asks in surprise as the spooky, pretty lady seems to just apparate out of thin air beside him.   "I thought I was sneaky, but.., you are like a ghost!"   He says with admiration after the initial concern has fled from him and is replaced with curiosity.
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
Triskavanski
      
     Rocking Horse    
   AC:  17  | HP:  24  | Current:  24
 Fortitude:  +5  | Reflex:  +6 | Will:  +6  | Perception:  +6
 Active Effects:   None.
 Conditions:   None.
   
 
  

 
 Originally Posted by Nuptup 
 Vex rubs the back of his head where he was bonked before saying,   "I think R-H sounds cool when you say it right!"   Vex comments, sounding out the different ways you can pronounce it before settling on the one he likes.   "So, 'Raich', you're gonna write songs about our adventures?"   He strikes a devious pose and adds,   "Make sure to catch my bad-side!"   
 

 "Of course, what is the point of having a bard if the bard isn't writing tales of bravery, mishaps, and adventures? Besides Metal, my passion is pyrotechnics. Raich is probably better if my stage name is too long to say in combat, cause we might get confused for rocks." 

Though the lead singer, Rocking Horse decides to let his 'manager' talk with Bill, idly paying attention even as he thinks of the next verses for his song.
Xavion
 
 Originally Posted by ArvinLarn 
 Nevertheless, briefly stopping and asking one of the locals for directions to the town post office turned out to be the right call. The Half-Orc doffed his kettle helm as he stepped into the postmaster's office after knocking on the door and getting permission to enter.

  "Good morning, Mister Bill. Me and my friends are from the Sterling Company."   He says as much while taking out his Crest from it's pocket.   "Call me 'Markus', I hope we weren't late?"   
 

Bill nods and gives a wan smile, spending a moment casting a spell on the badge as he examines it. "Only been a few weeks since the last guy left, not late yet."  (If Rocking Horse is listening, he did not hear this statement despite Bill's mouth moving.) 

"Badge looks real enough, should be good." He grabs a set of silvery steel keys hanging on the wall behind him, setting them on the counter. "Here you go, shouldn't have many issues around here, we're quiet enough. Not much more than the occasional safety issue for the shipments or wannabe explorer going too deep in the hills."

"Now the hall should have some basic furnishings already, though if you ever want to recruit more you'll probably need to get some help to expand."
ArvinLarn
Though Markus kept his cordial grin, his brow raised as Bill cast an incantation alongside a critical eye on his Company Crest. Making sure everything was in order wasn't the odd part for the fastidious Postmaster. It was the need, perceived or real, to use Magic to confirm the authenticity of the Crest that perplexed the former farmhand.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 "Only been a few weeks since the last guy left, not late yet." 
 

  "Glad to hear we're on time then, Mister. 'Last guy', though?"   The Half-Orc nods. Odd, the Company hadn't mentioned anyone else arriving here in Goldcrest before he and the rest of the Party did.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 "Badge looks real enough, should be good." 
 

Pocketing his Crest once more, Markus takes the set of keys meant for what would become their home for the immediate future.   "Thank you. Neat spell, a formality?"   Or perhaps people were running around pretending to be members of the Sterling Company or other organizations? He hadn't heard of such a thing happening, but there was a first time for everything.

Even, perhaps, people pretending to be part of the Company.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 "Here you go, shouldn't have many issues around here, we're quiet enough. Not much more than the occasional safety issue for the shipments or wannabe explorer going too deep in the hills." 
 

  "Thank Cuan, and may he continue to watch over you and Goldcrest. Too much excitement can be a bad thing too."   Markus replies with a chuckle. Even if that excitement was what gave him and his ilk their pay.   "Could I ask who organizes the shipments, if it's not too much to ask? Or if there's any place the good folk of Goldcrest post notices for odd jobs?"   It was as good a lead as any for future employment: which was to say 'better than nothing'.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 "Now the hall should have some basic furnishings already, though if you ever want to recruit more you'll probably need to get some help to expand." 
 

  "Much appreciated, Mister Bill. The hall should do us for now. We'll have to earn a name and a fortune for ourselves first anyway."   Markus offered a key each to the rest of the Party before pocketing his own key.

Then he reached out, offering a friendly handshake to the Postmaster. Bill had been nothing but helpful, even if he looked like he had too much work as is.


 

 
 Spoiler: OOC Details 
If there's a more appropriate Deity or perhaps a different way Markus could've said the equivalent of 'Thank God', lemme know. I'm still learning this custom pantheon as I go along and I'll probably make mistakes.
 

 
 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Guisarme:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d10+4 Slashing
 Traits:  Reach, Trip 
 Longsword:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d8+4 Slashing | Piercing
 Traits:  Versatile P 
 Elemental Blast (Fire):   Attack:  +7
 Damage:  1d6 Fire (Add Strength Bonus if Melee)
 Traits:   See Further Details  
 Fists:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d4+4 Bludgeoning
 Traits:  Agile, Finesse, Nonlethal, Unarmed 
 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Nuptup
 
 Originally Posted by Triskavanski 
  "Of course, what is the point of having a bard if the bard isn't writing tales of bravery, mishaps, and adventures? Besides Metal, my passion is pyrotechnics. Raich is probably better if my stage name is too long to say in combat, cause we might get confused for rocks."  
 

Vex smiles at the confirmation as he subconsciously makes a bit of a pose, trying to get his bad-boy side seen. Meanwhile, Zuux'Rin listens in on the conversation with Bill.


 
 Originally Posted by ArvinLarn 
   "Glad to hear we're on time then, Mister. 'Last guy', though?"   
 

  "I also was not aware there was someone here before we got here."   Zuux'Rin adds after a brief silence on the topic.
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
Triskavanski
      
     Rocking Horse    
   AC:  17  | HP:  24  | Current:  24
 Fortitude:  +5  | Reflex:  +6 | Will:  +6  | Perception:  +6
 Active Effects:   None.
 Conditions:   None.
   
 
  

Rocking horse waits for Bill to continued, slightly confused at the conversation as he rubs his ear.
Xavion
 
 Originally Posted by ArvinLarn 
 Though Markus kept his cordial grin, his brow raised as Bill cast an incantation alongside a critical eye on his Company Crest. Making sure everything was in order wasn't the odd part for the fastidious Postmaster. It was the need, perceived or real, to use Magic to confirm the authenticity of the Crest that perplexed the former farmhand.

  "Glad to hear we're on time then, Mister. 'Last guy', though?"   The Half-Orc nods. Odd, the Company hadn't mentioned anyone else arriving here in Goldcrest before he and the rest of the Party did. 
 


 
 Originally Posted by Nuptup 
   "I also was not aware there was someone here before we got here."   Zuux'Rin adds after a brief silence on the topic. 
 

Bill shrugs before responding. "Who do you think set this up? I helped, got some friends back in the capital who asked, but they still needed someone out here to sign the paperwork."

 Pocketing his Crest once more, Markus takes the set of keys meant for what would become their home for the immediate future.   "Thank you. Neat spell, a formality?"   Or perhaps people were running around pretending to be members of the Sterling Company or other organizations? He hadn't heard of such a thing happening, but there was a first time for everything.

Even, perhaps, people pretending to be part of the Company. 

"Just message, make sure it's properly bonded to you. There's not many folk round here who can get an illusion past these eyes, but you never know." He taps the side of his head a few times as he mentions his vision.

   "Thank Cuan, and may he continue to watch over you and Goldcrest. Too much excitement can be a bad thing too."   Markus replies with a chuckle. Even if that excitement was what gave him and his ilk their pay.   "Could I ask who organizes the shipments, if it's not too much to ask? Or if there's any place the good folk of Goldcrest post notices for odd jobs?"   It was as good a lead as any for future employment: which was to say 'better than nothing'. 

Bill lights up a bit, starting up before quickly pausing and continuing a bit slower. "We're the last major stop before the Diamond Gulf so get a lot of merchants passing through, and between the mines in the hills and the occasional ruin drawing in adventurers there's more than enough business to go around. If you're looking for jobs though I'd suggest asking around whether any of the merchants need any help. The guard can be good too, while we keep the town itself safe it can harder outside the borders and occasionally things slip in, heard some rumors we might have had some more teeth fairies noticing us for example, some idiot probably just buried their kid in the forest again."

 Then he reached out, offering a friendly handshake to the Postmaster. Bill had been nothing but helpful, even if he looked like he had too much work as is. 

Bill accepts, despite what his appearance might suggest his handshake is firm as rock. "Not a problem, been here longer than almost anyone, always happy to help share some local history."
ArvinLarn
 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 Bill shrugs before responding. "Who do you think set this up?" 
 

  "Ah, I see."   Markus hummed, still not quite certain about what he had just heard. It's just as Zuux'Rin had said: nobody from the Company had mentioned to any of the Party that Bill was more than just their contact and the postmaster of Goldcrest.

Not that it was worth worrying about, probably.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 "Just message, make sure it's properly bonded to you." He taps the side of his head a few times as he mentions his vision. 
 

The Half-Orc nodded in agreement.   "Can never be too careful, true. I guess it's cause I haven't been in the Company for long."   He digressed with a sheepish grin, didn't want to look too bad in front of the guy who helped put all of this together.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 Bill lights up a bit, starting up before quickly pausing and continuing a bit slower. "We're the last major stop before the Diamond Gulf..." 
 

To his credit, Markus listened intently to Bill's impromptu briefing of the area. The Postmaster could see the Half-Orc's eyes darting back and forth as the latter wrote down in his mind what the former said.

  "Check with the guard and the merchants to see if they need any help. Watch out for any ruins or teeth fae running around. Thanks."   Markus surmised as much, grimacing at the last item. Hopefully it was just as Bill said and nothing more. Hopefully.


 
 Originally Posted by Xavion 
 Bill accepts, despite what his appearance might suggest his handshake is firm as rock. "Not a problem, been here longer than almost anyone, always happy to help share some local history." 
 

Long enough to have maybe worked for the Sterling Company for quite a while before deciding on a quiet retirement in a bustling coastal town, perhaps. An adventurer taking on the post of Postmaster in their retirement made a certain kind of sense: the mail had to come through, banditry or calamity be damned.

  "We probably still reek of 'newcomer' so the advice is much appreciated."   Markus replies, standing a bit straighter with the knowledge that Bill was no mere bureaucrat.   "And while I'd love to sit and ask more about Goldcrest, you're probably a busy man. Thank you for your time, Mister Bill."   He saluted the Postmaster before pocketing his Crest, leaving just enough of a silence for anyone who may have something else to say or ask Bill before they finally, finally departed for their Hall.


 

 
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 Spoiler: Markus Stats 
 HP:  34/34
 AC:  20
 Fort Save:  +9
 Ref Save:  +7
 Will Save:  +6
 Perception:  +8

 Guisarme:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d10+4 Slashing
 Traits:  Reach, Trip 
 Longsword:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d8+4 Slashing | Piercing
 Traits:  Versatile P 
 Elemental Blast (Fire):   Attack:  +7
 Damage:  1d6 Fire (Add Strength Bonus if Melee)
 Traits:   See Further Details  
 Fists:   Attack:  +10
 Damage:  1d4+4 Bludgeoning
 Traits:  Agile, Finesse, Nonlethal, Unarmed 
 Active Effects:  N/A
 Conditions:  N/A
 
Nuptup
To their credit, the two kobolds seemed to pay attention during the informational portions of the conversation, Zuux'Rin seeming to make mental notes about the potential threats, much the same as Marcus, whereas Vex seems to get giddy with eager, inexperienced excitement at the mention of ruins to explore.   "Maybe while we're out helping, we could go check out the ruins? That sounds like a fun place to find shinies!"   Vex says, leaving Zuux'Rin to simply facepalm once more, hoping someone else might speak up to correct him this time.
 
      
 
 
    Vex    
   Kobold // Rogue Necromancer 
 AC:  19 |  HP:  24/24 |  Perception:  6
 Fort:  +5 |  Ref:  +10 |  Will:  +6
 Shortsword  |  Attack:  +8 |  Damage:  1d6+4 Piercing (+1d6 Precision if Sneak Attacking)
 Spells Prepared: 
Cantrip - Electric Arc, Protect Companion, Shield
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
 
 
    Zuux'Rin    
   Kobold // Zombie Companion 
 AC:  17 |  HP:  30/30 |  Perception:  4
 Fort:  +8 |  Ref:  +4 |  Will:  +4
 Longsword  |  Attack:  +6 |  Damage:  1d8+2 Slashing
 Support Benefit  | Enemies you damage next to Zuux'Rin take a –1 circumstance penalty to their attack rolls until the start of your next turn.
 Active Effects:  None
 Conditions:  None   
   
 
  
Triskavanski
      
     Rocking Horse    
   AC:  17  | HP:  24  | Current:  24
 Fortitude:  +5  | Reflex:  +6 | Will:  +6  | Perception:  +6
 Active Effects:   None.
 Conditions:   None.
   
 
  
  "Teeth fae."    Rocking Horse mutters,  "Are the teeth fae the kind that steal your teeth, or inhabit your teeth? Or are they made of teeth?" 

Muttering again to himself.   "They gonna ta-ta-ta take your teeth;.. Reef.. Sheath.. heath... leaf?"    "Oh! Is there a place in town that serves as some sort of stage or town square that announcements and parties could be held at?" 
MesiDoomstalker
  We should settle in first.   Farsal interjected. "  Before we start rushing off.  " The stoic iruxi crossed his arms, standing firm in his position.