<div class="floatleft">(https://i.imgur.com/LMfR0Dgm.jpg)</div><strong>Pavel (aka Rod)</strong><br/>Fast Stats: AC 17 (+2) | HP 28/28 | DV 120 Ft, PP 14<br/>Resources: Heavy Armor Mastery, 2nd Wind (SR) 1/1, Action Surge(SR 1/1), Giant's Might (LR) 2/2, Fire Rune(SR) 1/1, Stone Rune(SR) 1/1<br/><br/><strong>Movement</strong><br/><strong>Action</strong><br/><strong>Bonus Action</strong><br/><strong>Reaction:</strong>Interception if ally w/in 5ft is hit, damage is reduced by 1d10+2<br/><br/><strong>Fidelarae (aka Fifi)</strong><br/>Fast Stats: AC 14 | HP 28/28 | DV N/A, PP 11<br/>Resources: Cunning Action/Helpful (Help, Dodge, Disengage, or Hide as a bonus action), Expertise (+6 Stealth, +4 Thieves Tools)<br/><br/><strong>Movement</strong><br/><strong>Action</strong><br/><strong>Bonus Action</strong>Help<br/><strong>Reaction:</strong><br/><br/><br/><br/>Pavel Brioni - Character Sheet (https://www.myth-weavers.com/sheet.html#id=2590634)<br/>Fidelarae - Character Sheet (https://www.myth-weavers.com/sheet.html#id=2601322)<br/>Pavel Brioni - Background (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=339780.msg16105949#msg16105949)<br/>Joint Background on Pavel and Fildarae (aka Fifi)  (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cRMbo8fupmnNx1wX5B1UYio7Nrgz7TKus2z_CZDaqTk/edit?usp=sharing)<br/><hr/><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/2/23/Waterfall_fantasy_elf_woman_art_daz_studio_iray_by_shibashake_ddfff4s-fullview.jpg)</div><br/><strong>"Have you tried hanging her with the rod inside her?  I bet that would be quite the experience and even more so if you got a second or third one.  I won't mind trying it out that way myself if you don't mind sharing your toys with others."</strong>Asked Tallini.<br/><br/>Pavel frowned in concentration at Tallini’s comments as he tried to parse the Tiefling’s suggestions. It seemed he gave up and answered her question literally.<strong> “Ah no.  I would not put the rod inside her. Her body weight would….”</strong>Then he drifted off in silent contemplation,<strong>“Although a hook with other suspension points….”</strong>He smiled and looked at Fifi.<strong>“What do you think, Pet? I could make a couple of hooks with straps.  Depending which way you moved, the hooks would place more or less weight on your body.”</strong>Pavel looked off into the distance as if mentally designing the implements,<strong>“Depending on how I curve the hooks and how you move, you would be able to rub those spots you like.”</strong><br/><br/>Pavel shook his head at the final part of Tallini’s questions.<strong>“The Rod is not a toy. It’s a discipline tool. I use it to reward good behavior and chastise bad behavior.”</strong>Then Pavel gave the Tiefling an appraising look.<strong>“If you require a bit more discipline in your life, I'm sure we could come to a suitable arrangement....”</strong><br/><br/>Arya made a confession and an intriguing offer,<strong>"Both you and Fifi would be interesting lovers if you could look beyond my differences or enjoy them. But alas, most men are shamed by their own when my package blooms, but I doubt Pavel would be. I know what is additional between my legs on a woman is an off for some, but perhaps we can all think of it and consider it later if the mood sees us through these first few steps to save the village."</strong>Arya said this to both Pavel and Fifi, looking them in the eye in turn. She smiled as she did so. She assumed they would likely be making the decision together, judging by how close they seemed to be with each other.<br/><br/>Pavel laughed and smiled. Between his broken nose and scar, the effect was less than genial.  Pavel extended his arm and clasped Arya’s forearm in the manner of one warrior to another.<strong> “Well, I know the fear and suspicion that many have of those that are not like them.  Know that from this day forward; you have my friendship.”</strong>Pavel looked down at Fifi before continuing.  It was clear that this was not a traditional Master and Slave or Owner and Pet relationship despite their relative clothing and behavior.  Fifi looked up and blushed before smiling at Arya and Pavel.<br/><br/>Then she coyly told Arya,<strong>“I think Rod and I could learn much from you.  Rod won’t admit it, but his cock is most uncomfortable restrained in his armor.”</strong>Pavel blushed at this revelation.<strong> “I think he would love to examine your armor more closely and perhaps craft something for his armor.”</strong><br/><br/><strong>“As for me,”</strong>Fifi stood and moved closer, invading Arya’s personal space.<strong>“Rod is most concerned that the size of his rod might injure me.  It would be interesting to compare rods.”</strong><br/><br/>Pavel smiled as his pet invaded the personal space of this woman - an attractive and well-endowed woman.<strong>“Then it appears the decision is made.  Once this adventure is over, Fifi and I will host you at Crossroads."</strong><br/><br/><hr/><br/>Pavel rumbled at Braxton’s information.<strong>“It’s a soldier's life to prepare for the threats we can.  It gives us room to deal with the ones we cannot. Still, it seems the worst threat will be the weather. A Minotaur hunting or raiding party, while unlikely, would be incredibly dangerous. Beasts as well are not to be underestimated.  With so many of our party lightly armored,  even a pack of wolves could be dangerous."</strong><br/><br/>The small group headed out. The order was Braxton, followed by Pavel, then Arya, Tallini, and Finally Filadarae. Pavel thought,<em>"A small group, and one not used to work together. Still, each of us is talented individually.  It remains to be seen if we can be greater than the sum of our parts."</em>Pavel chuckled silently,<em>"No, it is my duty as their leader to ensure that we come together as a team."</em><br/>