JBRam2002

Mysteries of Grimsworth

I'm having a difficult time finding a decent way to respond to this RP. Feels like I have to make things up or only post a sentence or two. So I think I'm going to have to drop this so we can both clear up some room.

5e D&D - Mines of Phandelver

Due to lack of responces, we will be closing this RP. Thank you to all participants.

D&D 5e - High Seas and Tall Tales

Cynthia chuckled at Adrevz's comment. "Probably the former," she replied as she leaned against the wall. There was little for her to do without aid being requested first. If this group wanted to bring on another ally, they may. It didn't affect her one way or another, and an extra person might even help them complete this mission.

Jill on the other hand swam forward. "One of us should probably help her out, right?" she suggested. "Once you're out, maybe give us your name? Tell us what you do?" She then produced the emblem from the Theullai. "He gave us this symbol to help show our way, but so far it's given us little but trouble. Do you recognize it?"

The display from Koan and the other aasimar simply drew a sigh from her as she shook her head. Perhaps leaving the Darkness active would have been better so that no one would have had to see that. "In any case, we should move on soon. Those guardians certainly can't be the only creatures in this place."

D&D 5e - Titan Hunters

Ada Mavros

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The apparent distrust was quite evident from the heroes, but she would have felt the same way in their shoes. Trepidation kept hunters from becoming prey, but too much would stay their hands unnecessarily. The Duke stepped back from the party, bowing out apologetically as he had little to add and much to do in preparation.

"Please, call me Ada. I no longer hold a title, and never liked the formalities it brought anyways." The former duchess looked between the two who had confronted her, and appeared to think for a moment on what she could recall. "I know little more about this gathering than you do, just that Valkur requested an audience. Who are we to say no to the gods? He sent his messenger who wrote the summons you all received, then said he would return today to give us more information. I should say the information we have received is woefully less than I had expected."

A ghoul to the west, and a dragon to the north. Her course of action would be obvious to nearly anyone, as she intended to protect her home first. "White dragons have an icy breath attack, and rarely work well with others," she continued. "It is odd that one would work willingly with giants, although I have heard the Frost Giants would sometimes find an Adult White Dragon to wrestle into submission. If they were successful, the dragon would then become a slave of sorts. However, it makes little sense... our army could handle an Adult dragon. They aren't very cunning, and neither are the Frost Giants. If that's the threat, we shouldn't be needed.

"Which makes me think there is more going on. The only draconic threat that is on our level would be an Ancient dragon. A whole clan of Frost Giants wouldn't be enough to take one down. Either the dragon is working willingly with the giants, which is unlikely, or there is some other type of giant at work that can tame a dragon. That would be a force we could not abide in Mavros." Ada bit her lower lip as she thought harder about the possibilities. "I think I would need a peek in the library to learn more," she added.

Mechanics

Arcana on dragons = (6)+11 = 17 - rolling less than 20 will not grant further information
Nature on giants = (9)+11 = 20 - rolling less than 25 will not grant further information
Religion on ghouls = (3)+5 = 8 - Ada has nothing useful to contribute here

D&D 5e - Titan Hunters

Ada Mavros

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The duchess paced in the sitting room as she waited for her audience to arrive. This was one of the biggest things that had happened in Mavros for years, and it was natural to be nervous, or so Ada told herself. A large group of the strongest warriors would be gathered together to face the fates of the world, to receive biddings of gods and men. She had been briefed on those who made their way up the streets by word of a few Messages, and the names she heard excited her. Her royal circlet was adjusted on her head for the fourteenth time, and she shifted the strap of the magical quiver that held much of her combat gear. It was almost time.

"Relax, Ada," the soothing tone from her older brother sounded from where he waited patiently. "Your fretting will not hasten their steps."

"Are you sure everything will be fine without me, Vinnie?" Ada asked once again, knowing the answer already. The Minister of Defense had already stepped up his duties, and the increased security for the evening was one sign of his stalwart endeavors. In fact, when he had presented his plans, she had even praised him for his forward thinking and planning. A rare response from the duchess, to be sure.

"You will be sorely missed, Ada, but the city will manage," Vinnie replied. "Focus your mind on the task ahead, and we will prevail." The duke held up a hand for a moment as he received another arcane message, then nodded in response. "They have passed through the portcullis. Let's go."

Arm in arm, the Twin Dukes of Mavros began their exit, planning to meet the incoming party as they crossed the courtyard. There was little fanfare to their passage through the door, although a page did announce the names of the duke and duchess. Ada glanced through those who had gathered, smiling warmly at the faces she recognized.

"Welcome, brave warriors from far and wide," she announced. "My brother and I thank you for answering the summons. It is not any mere man or woman who can face these threats, but the best. You are the best that this world has to offer."

Duke Vicente stepped forward, continuing the address. "You may be wondering who called you here. You will notice the absence of the Seal of Mavros on the notices, and that we did not send the invitation. In fact, it was sent without our knowledge, with our city hosting the initial summons. However, as the tidings bring important potential changes to the world and our fates, we have agreed to not only welcome you with open arms, but to also send one of our own." Vinnie smiled to Ada, and she returned his gaze with a nod. "Duchess Ada Mavros, my sister and steward of the Seat, watcher of the Pass, and General of the Mavrosian artillery will abdicate her power and duties to join you."

"This is not a decision I made lightly," Ada continued. "If we fail our quests, Mavros or Verrayne will not matter. We must be ready to do what even the gods themselves struggle with. Speaking of..."

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The twilit sky darkened for a moment, and lightning split the sky as thunder rolled across the mountains. In the center of the courtyard appeared an aasimar, or perhaps a true celestial, with wings spread wide. "I speak for Valkur!" a voice boomed across the open space. "You mortals have been gathered for glory in battle and the taste of godhood itself! Enemies of Good are amassing, readying themselves to strike! And you lot, if you're strong enough, will tear them down one by one!"

Ada sighed quietly to herself as if she had heard this speech before. Valkur was a boisterous deity, previously concerning himself mostly with sailors and the seas. It was odd that he had taken it upon himself to be the spokesmen for their quest. The celestial's voice continued, shaking the very foundations of the Keep with its volume. "To the West lies a Ghoul Emperor who is amassing an army of Undead. Unchecked, they will break the Wall and destroy Trenorra before they can mount a defense. To the North, a White Dragon has joined forces with giants, and they soon will march on Mavros. These attacks are imminent, and none of your mortal armies will withstand their concentrated might! But you lot are some of the few who stand a chance. Destroy your foes, and win glory for all!"

Before anyone could ask questions, the lightning struck again, consuming the celestial as thunder peeled from the mountaintops. As quick as he had arrived, the messenger was gone.

D&D 5e -- The Lost Children

@0 Azzy 0 I think you're still up?

D&D 5e - Titan Hunters

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The Seat of Mavros

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The sun was setting behind the Meiano Mountains as a group of adventurers began their trek through the city up to the peak where the Seat of Mavros lay. At the base of the mountain, the city sprawled lazily, their peace protected by walls and the elven archers perched among the ramparts. The dozens of shops that lined the wavy streets began to close, and the owners of the stalls waved greetings to the passersby. These adventurers were no mere unknowns: some had fought in epic battles to keep their lands safe, while others were bastions of peace and knowledge that garnered followers from across the realms. A handful were unknown, although their deeds had resonated throughout the land.

These were the called: the Titan Hunters.

Each had their own reasons for answering the call, be it for glory or for gold, but the goal was clear: save the people from the massive terrors that threatened their hard-earned peace. Some of the terrors plotted in shadows, waiting for their time to strike, while others were already beginning to rampage. The call had gone out to all able-bodied men and women who could answer it, and many had been turned away. Those that remained, the Titan Hunters, were requested to meet in the Seat of Mavros at the center of the continent to discuss their next targets.

At the peak of the mountain lay the Seat itself: a keep nestled along the Meiano Mountains near the Pass of Mavros. None could travel through the Pass without being seen by the watchful eyes of the Mavrosian forces, and the Mavros family had ruled the city for generations. Now under the control of the eastern country of Verrayne, Mavros was ruled by the Twin Dukes: Lord Vicente and Lady Ada Mavros. The Lord had a gentle hand, garnering the trust and love of his people, while the Lady had a strategic mind and an eye for organization. Together, they covered for each others' weaknesses and had guided Mavros through years of turbulence. Now, they needed help from without.

The group that trekked up the mountainside was fairly eclectic: a half-orc paladin wielding the symbol of Tyr, an elderly human whose quickness belied his years of training, a masked aasimar woman leading a ferocious owlbear, a wood elf whose feet seemed to barely touch the ground in her gracefulness, a halfling woman with nondescript clothes and a powerful staff, a gnome whose goggles were still slightly darkened by the soot from her last experiment, a dashing-looking human whose smile was as quick as his fingers, a warforged whose footsteps echoed heavily through the emptying streets, and a half-elf whose visage seemed to smoke with his arcane flames. These were the called who approached the Seat of Mavros to meet the Duke and Duchess above.

What would they be tasked with? Who would they face? Who was behind the call for aid? None yet knew, and the anticipation grew with every step.

Welcome one and all to:

D&D 5e - Titan Hunters

LISTEN UP, MORTALS! Some of you are cowardly, sniveling minions who live your lives fulfilling the basest of fantasies. Low-level weaklings who can barely end a goblin's existence without breaking a nail, wannabe clerics who need to take a full night's rest after casting two spells. If that's you, then the door is right over there. There's no room for weaklings in this fight.

I'm looking for the strongest, the best, rivals of the gods themselves. We're not hunting goblins and slimes, oh no. We will be fighting TITANS. Colossal giants renowned the world over for their strength and power, enemies like the tarrasque, ancient dragons who saw the world begin, lich kings and their army of undead. We are hunting those who fear nothing.

If that doesn't make your blood pump faster with excitement, you aren't cut out for this job. If you're a weakling coward who pisses himself when a cantrip whizzes past your ear, get outta here. We are the Titan Hunters.

WHO'S WITH ME?!

D&D 5e - Titan Hunters

Ada Mavros

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Arcane Archer Fighter 20

Save the world... redeem myself.

D&D 5e - Titan Hunters

Current PCs:

@Hekazu - Marcus Lakeltia - Paladin of Devotion 20
@JBRam2002 - Ada Mavros - Arcane Archer Fighter 20
@The Grey Dust - Kethan the Master - Arcana Cleric 17 / Kensei Monk 3
@ihinka - Lonett of Caernath - Monster Slayer Ranger 20
@Ms Ravenwinter - Ellenara Ann'leah - Moon Druid 20
@16 Bit - Vale Detherwood - Wu Jen Mystic 19 / Wizard 1
@Guardian Angel Haruki - Scrapmouse - Alchemist Artificer 20
@Lurking Krog - James Greerson - Thief Rogue 20

Previous PCs:

@rush99999 - Titan Bane - Berserker Barbarian 20 - Abandoned the party
@Keyblade87 - Vincent Amakiir - Phoenix Sorcerer 17 / Hexblade Warlock 3 - Remained behind