<div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 24pt;"><strong><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: andale mono;">LOST ON THE PLANES</span></strong></span></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">THE SASSKIANA (Updated On: 2014-7-18)<br/>Statistics &amp; Current Notices</div><div class="spoiler_body">N Hamlet-class<br/><strong>Corruption</strong> +0; <strong>Crime</strong> –4; <strong>Economy</strong> –2; <strong>Law</strong> +0; <strong>Lore</strong> +1; <strong>Society</strong> –5<br/><strong>Qualities</strong> Rumourmongering; <strong>Danger</strong> –5<br/><br/><hr/><strong>Government</strong> Overlord (Thrane Baellryn)<br/><strong>Population</strong> 27 (approx.)<br/><br/><strong>Notable NPCs</strong><br/>   <strong>Illoryn Shast:</strong> <em>Famed explorer</em><br/>   <strong>Mellisan Nakillos:</strong> <em>Noblewoman planar scholar</em><br/>   <strong>Tassil Lornfel:</strong> <em>Priest of Desna</em><br/>   <strong>Thrane Baellryn:</strong> <em>Acting captain</em><br/><br/><hr/><strong>Base Value</strong> 100 gp; <strong>Purchase Limit</strong> 300 gp; <strong>Spellcasting</strong> 2nd<br/><strong>Minor Items</strong> 1d6<br/><br/><hr/><strong>Deck 3</strong> is currently <strong>sealed</strong> to all crew members on orders of Acting Captain Thrane Baellryn.</div></div><br/><div class="floatleft">(http://i1027.photobucket.com/albums/y335/SheerFantasia/Sasskiana_zpscb35baf2.jpg)</div><strong><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;">THE STORY THUS FAR...</span></span></strong><hr/><strong><em>(Need to catch up in brief on the journey?  Read here)</em></strong><br/>Until a day ago, the Sasskiana was home to a crew of almost a hundred, before inexperience at planar travel and poor judgement found the ship in a world of storm and fire.  Bombarded by micro-meteorites, the ship was devastated and forced to head blindly to the nearest intersection of ley-lines to escape, hoping they would not be in worst.  The gamble seems to have paid off as clear blue skies greeted them, but with the damage sustained, the ship was forced to make an emergency landing in order to effect repairs.  With the death of Shorn Baellryn, captaincy of the ship has gone to Thrane Baellryn.<br/><br/>Nearly an hour after the Sasskiana has landed, Thrane has issued an order than prohibits entry on Deck 3 and is calling for capable volunteers to assist in endeavours both on and off the ship...<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">THE SASSKIANA'S NOTABLE NPCs<br/>Major and Supporting</div><div class="spoiler_body"><div class="floatleft">(http://i1027.photobucket.com/albums/y335/SheerFantasia/Sasskiana/20091210162351Logain_zpse3ebaaf2.jpg?t=1405690930)</div> <span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">THRANE BAELLRYN</span></span><br/><em>Acting Captain; Commander of the Free Companions, Aldori Sworldlord</em><br/><strong>Estimated Age:</strong> early 30s; <strong>Height:</strong> 5’11”; <strong>Ethnicity:</strong> Chelaxian/Varisian;<br/><strong>Suspected Alignment:</strong> LN; <strong>Suspected Religion:</strong> Pharasma<br/><strong>Usually Found at Location:</strong> Deck 2 (3a) or the Captain’s Nest<hr/><strong>Known History:</strong> WIP<br/><br/><strong>On Board:</strong> Thrane’s martial skill and uncompromising principles netted him the position of Master of Arms.  Though he has always shown disinterest for the position, most people generally think he has done a good job, and he often called upon to be the Sasskiana’s impromptu judge in matters of justice thanks to his more than passing acquaintance with matter of law, though his often stern manner make people prefer to confide their personal problems and grievances with Illoryn Shast.  Still, no one has, thus far, accused him of unfairness.<br/><br/>Formerly, Thrane spent time across all decks of the ship, looking for issues that might endanger the ship and bringing it to the concern of Shorn or the ship's officer who could deal with it.  Since Shorn's death, he has avoided the captain's room, and spends most of his time alone in the ruined crew quarters or in the Captain's nest when his presence is needed.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div class="floatright">(http://i1027.photobucket.com/albums/y335/SheerFantasia/Sasskiana/shalelu_zps015af2b7.jpg?t=1405506957)</div> <span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">ILLORYN SHAST</span></span><br/><em>Famed Explorer, Lady Quickstrider, The Wandering Carouser</em><br/><strong>Estimated Age:</strong> approaching middle-age (150-170); <strong>Height:</strong> 5’10”; <strong>Race:</strong> Elf;<br/><strong>Suspected Alignment:</strong> CG; <strong>Suspected Religion:</strong> Desna<br/><strong>Usually Found at Location:</strong> Deck 1 (2) or Deck 2 (4)<hr/><strong>Known History:</strong> WIP<br/><br/><strong>On Board:</strong> Illoryn has generally remained above the politics of the Sasskiana, eagerly awaiting the next plane upon which she can go exploring, or spends time gambling with the regular crew, winning their money, and giving it back.  Though often frustrated by Shorn’s need to exert control over every aspect of the Sasskiana’s running, she has personally expressed deep gratitude to him in private conversations with other crew members for allowing her to be part of the journey.  Since Shorn’s death, she has been a bit more solicitous of Thrane, whom she was formerly wont to tease and playfully undermine as he went about maintaining discipline aboard the ship.<br/><br/>Illoryn is often found where most crew members congregate, trading stories and drinks.  She often accompanies groups heading out into new lands, offering them advice, but often leaves them to their own devices whilst she goes to scout on her own.  Friendly, affable, and occasionally flirtatious, she the favourite of most of the non-officer crew.<br/><br/><br/><div class="floatleft">(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_L-c5JixfV9w/TQAe-D8xnPI/AAAAAAAAAHg/PdMMbl8vBFc/s1600/76091_115428135189725_100001676162291_113214_5020492_n.jpg)</div> <span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">TASSIL LORNFEL</span></span><br/><em>Desna's Representative, The Sasskiana's Charm, 'Master of Sirens'</em><br/><strong>Estimated Age:</strong> mid 30s to early 40s; <strong>Height:</strong> 5’9”; <strong>Race:</strong> Half-Elf(drow);<br/><strong>Suspected Alignment:</strong> NG; <strong><del>Suspected</del> Religion:</strong> Desna<br/><strong>Usually Found at Location:</strong> Deck 1 (1) or Deck 2 (14)<hr/><strong>Known History:</strong> WIP<br/><br/><strong>On Board:</strong>In addition to his ability as a representative of Desna, Tassil is also a practitioner of the Harrow deck, and many come to him to have their fortune’s read.  Though it has not been required of him, Tassil generally checks on the welfare of the crew, but only occasionally does he use the powers of his goddess on demand (though those of Desna's faith can convince him to do so on occasion), preferring to reserve it for the benefit of the ship.<br/><br/>In unorthodox manner, Tassil took over the maintenance and working of the  Sasskiana's baths after a week on board, where he has seen to the well being and safety of the scrubbing boys and girls who occasionally ply services other than cleaning.  Under his supervision, the baths have been transformed from a den of iniquity to a smoothly running bathhouse with the overtures of a brothel, where his lascivious streak is prominently seen, which has netted him the unofficial title of Master of Sirens.<br/><br/><br/><div class="floatright">(http://i1027.photobucket.com/albums/y335/SheerFantasia/Sasskiana/77c93767-38f2-4858-baed-fd96d5be66d7_zps83cc039d.png?t=1405691132)</div> <span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">MELLISAN NAKILLOS</span></span><br/><em>The Noble Scholar, Mistress of Lore, The Lady Immaculate</em><br/><strong>Age:</strong> early to mid 30s; <strong>Height:</strong> 5’7”; <strong>Ethnicity:</strong> Chelaxian;<br/><strong>Suspected Alignment:</strong> N; <strong>Suspected Religion:</strong> Nethys<br/><strong>Usually Found at Location:</strong> Deck 1 (2) or Deck 2 (11)<hr/><strong>Known History:</strong> WIP<br/><br/><strong>On Board:</strong>Mellisan boarded the Sasskiana as a private individual and one of its high paying clientèle, having paid the passenger fee of 15,000 pieces of platinum for the privilege of undertaking the journey and not as a crew member.  She has had very little interaction with the regular crew members, instead dealing mostly with the officers and captain of the ship and her two bodyguards who boarded with her.  Originally she spent a great deal of time in her room (9 .f) or on the open deck of the Sasskiana observing the stars and numerous pieces of complex equipment.  Though not necessarily unfriendly, she is a noblewoman and acts like one, though she has proven gracious to those who help her from time to time.<br/><br/>Since the disaster, she has been somewhat distraught over the loss of everything that she came aboard with - her equipment, her bodyguards, and a large collection of rare books - and was growing increasingly difficult until Thrane Baellryn gave her access (the only person other than himself) to the captain's quarters (specifically the library within) and one of the storage rooms (10 .b) as quarters, which has done much to mollify her.  Though she puts on a friendly face, it's clear that the stress of the situation has affected her deeply.</div></div><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">POLITICS ON THE SASSKIANA<br/>Known Factions &amp; Groups</div><div class="spoiler_body"><strong>W.I.P.</strong><br/><br/>Aspis Consortium (NE)<br/>Dawnflower Messengers (NG)<br/>Free Companions (LN)<br/>Pathfinder Society (N)</div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">DECK 1<br/>Open Air Deck &amp; Command</div><div class="spoiler_body">(http://i1027.photobucket.com/albums/y335/SheerFantasia/Sasskiana/Deck1_zpscfa9bcb7.jpg)<br/><br/><strong>1.</strong> Open Deck (formerly guest recreation, viewing and sometimes storage space)<br/><strong>2.</strong> Indoor Garden &amp; Topiary (badly damaged.  formerly most relaxing place on the Sasskiana)<br/><strong>E.</strong> Elevator (runs through all three tiers of the Sasskiana, mainly for moving goods in bulk)<br/><strong>S.</strong> Stairs (the smaller ones lead to Deck 2 on the corresponding number, larger one leads to the captains nest)</div></div><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">DECK 2<br/>Central Habitation</div><div class="spoiler_body">(http://i1027.photobucket.com/albums/y335/SheerFantasia/Sasskiana/Deck2_zps08deb5a4.jpg)<br/><br/><strong>Red Lines</strong> indicate sections of a room's wall that has been almost or completely destroyed.  Any room that has a red line for a wall is considered destroyed and its former purpose null.  Anything that was once in this room was sucked out by the air pressure, and exposure to fiery elements has ruined what remained within.  The walls must be repaired before the room is (reasonably) usable again, at which point it can be repurposes for whatever is deemed fit, though people can still go in and out of them in the interim.<br/><br/>The grey area is a corridor.<br/><br/><strong>1.</strong> Navigation Room &amp; Elemental Control (sort of a control room and (phantasmal/holographic) map room; formerly limited to officers)<br/><strong>2.</strong> Store room (considered storeroom, but in practice the Officer's armoury; formerly limited to officers)<br/><strong>3.</strong> Officer's rest quarters<br/><strong>4.</strong> Crew rest quarters (Ladder (L1) leads up and down to additional crew rooms (4 .c) and (4 .b) respectively.<br/><strong>5.</strong> Kitchen<br/><strong>6.</strong> Pantry<br/><strong>7.</strong> Banquet/Dinning hall for guests<br/><strong>8.</strong> Laboratory/Test room<br/><strong>9.</strong> Guest quarters (for the high-paying guests who accompanied the expedition)<br/><strong>10.</strong> Storage rooms (10 .b currently used by Mellisan Nakillos as living quarters)<br/><strong>11.</strong> Rare/Exotic Component storage (officer access only)<br/><strong>12.</strong> Captain's library (captain access only)<br/><strong>13.</strong> Captain's quarters (captain access only)<br/><strong>14.</strong> Sanitation room (baths etc...)<br/><strong>15.</strong> Sanitation storage<br/><strong>E.</strong> Elevator (runs through all three tiers of the Sasskiana, mainly for moving goods in bulk)<br/><strong>S.</strong> Stairs (leads to Deck 1)</div></div><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">DECK 3<br/>Cargo Hold and Stables</div><div class="spoiler_body">(http://i1027.photobucket.com/albums/y335/SheerFantasia/Deck2_zpsf970a508.jpg)<br/><br/>Cargo was generally loaded here from the rear section of the ship.  The grey area is corridor and generally doubled as a launching area for the gryphons.<br/><br/><strong>1.</strong> Roost Storage (storage of equipment and food for the Sasskiana's gryphons)<br/><strong>2.</strong> Gryphon Roost (4 remaining gryphons, only 2 in condition to fly)<br/><strong>3.</strong> Bulk storage compartments (mostly ruined and empty; anything that was here was used to repair critical areas of the ship)<br/><strong>4.</strong> Artillery decks (formerly had 8 cannons and 2 ballista per side. now only 2 cannons per side.)<br/><strong>5.</strong> Elemental chambers (power source for the ship. needs at least 1 huge air elemental to get the ship airborne again. no elementals present.  red chambers are damaged and unable to hold elementals)<br/><strong>E.</strong> Elevator (runs through all three tiers of the Sasskiana, mainly for moving goods in bulk)</div></div>