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Sunday, October 29, 2017

Star Wars Adventure Path: Holonet News 02




BREAKING NEWS


This is reporter Lyla Fontane on the scene at the latest "mishap" at the Robo-Arena at the Barbary Coast. A strange series of accidental mishaps have occurred during the past few weeks ranging from malfunctioning driods to some deaths of the local "Amateur Battle Droid Enthusiast". My sources tell me that one of these "mishaps" have just occurred hours ago during a semi-final match between Hogan H-257 and Piper RR-863, leaving two of the operators dead in the holding area, as well as the destruction of their droids.

These holding areas are sound proof and blast proof, ensuring that patrons would be unharmed if their was any technical malfunctions or faulty weapons discharge. The local establishment also ensure that no monitoring is progress as not to give the competitors any edge, it is the old adage of "What happens in the locker room ,stays in the locker room". One that I can personally attest to covering many such sports events, ah ha ha ha....

Fortunately, my sources indicate that an unknown individual and their droid entered one of the holding area. When Hogan H-257 and his operator entered into the arena, that is when the trouble began. We have identified the two operators that were killed were two humans, Lewis Tanbroshea and Clark Roxzanrul, both shot in the head. Lewis was found dead by the door to the arena. Clark was curled up in a ball and shot in the head. It seems that their two droids responded to Lewis death and attempted to restrain the unknown assailant, but the were not effective. An eyewitness has provided this crude image of the assailant, which seems to be some sort of customized droid of unknown origin and make. If you have spotted this droid, it is consider armed and dangerous. Please press the icon if you spot it, and if you would like to keep up to date on the latest news, press the icon for more information.
 We still are yet to identify the second assailant as official are requesting to view the casino's security cameras. There has been some reports that both the droid and assailants were seen making their war to the maintenance areas of the casinos. As I am not one to spread rumors, could this be a plot of one of the rivals gangs to discredit Zhato Rem or challenge his hold in this sector? I Lyla Fontane will being interviewing Zhato Rem, approaching him for comment within the hours to have his take on this tragedy and what he may thinks as to the rumors that someone is out to discredit him.

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Bantha Burgers and Blue Milk Buns

What sets these burgers apart from every other on the galaxy is their distinctive blue milk bun, made with organic, locally-farmed bantha milk. The egg wash and warm oven give the buns a toasty mottled look.
These Bantha Burger Blue Milk Buns are perfect to serve up a good meal to friends.

Bantha Burger Blue Milk Buns

Ingredients:
1 cup, plus one tablespoon milk, warmed (110 to 115 degrees)
Blue food gel dye
1 (.25 ounce) package yeast
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 egg plus 1 teaspoon water for egg wash

Instructions:
In a heat-safe measuring cup, bring the milk up to temperature in the microwave (110 to 115 degrees is ideal), add the blue food gel dye to color, then the yeast, stirring until bubbly.

In the bowl of an electric mixer stir together the flour, sugar, and salt. Use the dough hook to add the egg, butter, and slowly add the yeast mixture just until the dough comes together.

Prep baking sheets with silpats or parchment.

Flour a surface and turn out the dough. Knead a few times then divide into 10 equal balls.

Place 5 to a sheet onto the prepped baking sheets, place in a warm space and let rise for approximately one hour.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash and bake for 12-14 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.

Bantha Burger Patties
As for the rest make sure that you use plain ground bantha meat, you want that salt-of-the-earth flavor only bantha can have. Of course if you prefer nerf meat you can do that as well. Just heat up the patties as you prefer, well done to medium rare. Assemble your burger with all of your favorite fixings. 




 
  

Friday, October 27, 2017

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 01b



Continued from part 1....

As they made their way to the Barbary Coast, a streetwalker recognized Ana. He started waving her over.
Ana and Tizzit did not know who he was, but apparently he knew Ana. He quickly explained that he and Ana had a few wild nights together and wanted to know if she wanted to play again with some deathsticks.
He took a hit or two and become sensitive to the "force". He let them know that the Jedi were indeed around sneaking about the lower levels, after the attack on the Jedi Temple. If they were searching for Aryn, definitely heading to the Barbary Coast would be worthwhile. He became a bit paranoid, and ran into a wall knocking himself out. Tizzit got some stirring of emotions again from Ana, she indeed had a hard life and Tizzit could see why she now became "Kind". This existence was far better off, as she would never be alone and abandoned.

As they made their way to the Casino and Pleasure Palace, R-90 was not far behind. He found the unconscious streetwalker as well, and he told him where to go. R-90 was now back with group, he had received some much need attention and adjustments, and was cleaned-up as best as possible. As they walked into the Casino to mingle, a bouncer let them now that droids are not allowed on the Casino floor and bar. R-90 complied and went to go see what other rooms they had. Sam had decided that he had enough of Casinos, the table and chance slots were calling again. as much as he liked to have played, he was already down a few weeks pay. He and R-90 managed to stumble upon a novice level battle-bots arena.
Here two contestants would fight to the death, droids and their handlers would compete in a demolition style tournament. It was mainly for show, as the only "life" lost was the droids for the amusement and spectacle of the crowd. Sam and R-90 were assumed to be a "Scrap" for some crowd filler and were ushered into the holding area. Three other amateur teens were getting ready for their shot. They each had re-commissioned battle driods. The door opened and both the trainer and droid stepped out. The other two were anxious waiting for their turn. This was something fun that they both enjoyed. Before Sam could get a word out, R-90 walked right up to one of the trainers and shot him point blank, instantly killing him. Sam's eye opened wide in shock. The battle droids powered up in reaction to the shooting. The other enthusiast curled up into a ball in shock. The entire room went on locked down since laser had fired. There was an intense shoot out between the battle droids and R-90. The battle droids were destroyed, in the process and R-90 was hit pretty badly. Sam managed to defend himself well, but the droids went for R-90 only as their protocols would not allow them to harm the living. Again before Sam could say anything, R-90 walked up to the last trainer and shot him dead, "No witnesses". Within a few moments security walked in. Seeing Sam surprised and with out a scratch, they assumed that it was another a "accident". Misfires and technical glitches often occurred, and it was the seventh time this week that there was some type of bloodshed in the waiting areas.
They apologized to Sam and offered him a private repair bay to fix his droid for their trouble.

The rest of the group wandered the casino, and head toward the bar. Khorragh'ga ordered some tea, again it was due to a miscommunication with his device. They tried to get some info, but the bartender was being a bit sassy, telling them simply to go up to level three and just wait in line with everyone else. Zhato Rem was answering question today concerning the "Civil Project". Wanting a direct way to talk to Zhato Rem, the wookie decided to persuade him hi the best Kashyyykian manner possible. He turned off his Vox box and shook him. The bar tender got the hint, and gave him a datacard and told him to go to the elevator and select the third floor using the datacard. As they headed to the elevator, the bar tender alert Zhato Rem that he would be receiving visitors.

They entered the elevator and used the datacard. The elevator went downward and the moved sideways. It traveled for some five minutes before coming to stop. They decided to be prepared and take out their weapons just in case. Immediately the elevators sensors detected the presence of open weapons and initiated a protocol in which gas began to fill up the compartment. Ana was knocked out, and the AI informed them that unless they complied lethal measure would be undertaken. The group did so and compartment ventilated itself, then opened. They were in a beautiful and cool room full of aquariums. It was surreal and they were surrounded by water with all manner of aquatic creatures. It was so peaceful and beautiful. At the center of all this was Zhato Rem, who seemed quite different than his public appearance.
Three companions were attended to him just lounging about when these new guest showed up. An attendant droid escorted them and introduced them. Zhato Rem was smoking and enjoying a drink and entertained this new diversion. Nox asked if he could provided or acquire some some items, and Zhato said he could, which Nox requested some poisons. He was told someone would contact him. Tizzik/Ana, Nox, and Khorragh'ga each attempted to ask about the Jedi and what new of the Temple. As they pushed him more and more for questions, they each in turn lost interest as Zhato influenced their mind to avoid the topic and/or forget about the force. The wookie also learned he had other settings to try out and found a western accent, which seem better suited for the time being. They were told to get back on the elevator and they would be taken to where they would be needed. In a few hours they would soon all forget that they met the real Zhato Rem.

The elevator opened up in a garage where Sam was repair R-90. A female attendant appeared with the requested items for purchase for Nox. The group saw that R-90 was damaged and repairs would take a while, fortunately they all helped out and fixed R-90 within the hour. Tizzit not knowing what else to do contacted the Civil Authority Office of Ty Rhees for some general help. They were directed to a platform level that would take them down to level three, hundreds of levels down. When they got down to level three they entered a "Environmental Security Station". There were six rooms a piece that could accommodate a life forms. Eventually they figured to just step through, they were scanned and then let out into a huge cavernous place. Tizzit and Ana who were still unconscious set off alarms as two life-forms were detected. Tizzit was detected as an unknown parasite of an "alien nature". R-90 destroyed the sensors and freed Tizzit. R-90 would carry Ana, as the next room would just considered him equipment.

The large cavernous area was a huge warehouse of scrap metal. The floor with coasted with a think layer of of red rusted shavings. Huge labor droids wheeled across heaps of scrap iron and sifting through parts. R-90 was able to communicate with one and ask it for directions. It told him that a leader was at the far end of the wall and would tell the other labor droids to be mindful of the group, as not to squish them. When the got to then end of the hall, in a sealed room with a glass window there was a human sleeping in his chair by monitors. The group knocked on the windows which scared the guy. They asked about the transponders, and salvage, and what to do. The man had no idea what they were talking about, but told him that if they were looking for the lower levels they should head down. Sam realizing he was now closer attempted to use the Force to sense other out here, he was surprised when he realized there was at least thirty being in the area, one right under them. They quickly went back to the elevator.... and wait a few minutes for it to descended. When they got to level two, it opened to what seemed like a tunnel that would be used for water reclamation. There was a series of pipes and as soon as they began exploring they encountered a young boy.
He was wearing a survival cloak, and they attempted to get him. R-90 grabbed him and the boy simply phased out and went down. He dropped a small crystal which they kept for examination later.
They ran back to the elevator, and thanks to the wookie he acquired his "staff of door holding", they didn't have to wait for the elevator. They decided to press "001" and ended up on the last floor which seemed to be a hall which accessed the ventilation shafts. Below them they could see two large tubes, and directly above was another. Sam sensed the boy was still above and head back to level two.
Again they carefully walked and took note of the access ports, and in order not get flushed out, R-90 access the locking mechanism to divert any water.

They were able to find the boy again, but it seemed because of Oshua. This was the Padawan Aryn, but he seemed a bit off as he was consulting within an unknown entity. The group began to ask him questions about
what happened at the Jedi Temple. Aryn explained that he almost lost his life to Anakin Skywalker, who slaughtered many. Master I'chael was lost as the others attempted to defend the area. He was told to gather some of the Khyber Crystals, and Oshua helped him escape into the depths of Coruscant. He invited the group to his room, a small maintenance area that was behind the elevator.          

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Heart" Part 01a



Imperial Press Corp Field Report......
Suspected Anti-Republic Group Activity: R-90 (Scoundrel/Independent Droid), Khorrahg'ga (Wookie Soldier), Tizzit/Ana (Killik Scoundrel), Sam (Brodo Asogian Scoundrel), Nox Phyre (Minbari Soldier/Scout)

It has been a few months after the Separatist War had come to an end. The Republic was trying to heal itself, it was a time of reconstruction and forging of a new way of life after this galactic civil war. The betrayal of the Jedi and attack on Emperor Palpatine hit closely to how close the threat of these Separatist were. Coruscant was in a state of grim fear, who can you trust? The Senate officials fought over as to how to re-incorporate those systems who had left, while others wanted reform, however one things was clear....the scars would be deep and the thought of just retribution was on many minds.

Since the war there has been a number of stranded refugees, many individuals are unable to go home. Trade is restricted and locked up in bureaucratic red tape, as there is a greater security measures in place for contraband and travel to restricted systems. However during these times, their is always an industry and opportunity. Recently the Republic and Civil Infrastructure of Coruscant has offered an open opportunity for individuals to help scour the lower levels for refugee and to install transponders.

This is where our filed report begins......

Manager Ty Rhees, who is one of the head administrator for Corsucnt's Civil Board had announced plans an and initiative to help ferret out possible Separatists, Spies, and missing Jedi under a Civil Labor Service Plan.
Working with the criminal elements who controlled the lower levels of Coruscant, they would not impede and would help find items of interest for the Emperor. Thus Zhato Rem, Y'laxal, and Yug Olalth would assist.
Zhato Rem is the largest information and trade dealer in the lower levels, he runs a number of casinos and makes it his business to be in the know. Y'laxal is a Twi'lek madam who runs the pleasure services of the lower levels, and she is also an information broker. Yug Ollalth, another Twi'lek, supplies muscle and protection through either Y'laxal or Zhato Rem. Either way, the Republic is just "simply" installing transponders, salvaging, and aiding and lost Jedi and their affiliates. This was an open assembly to all takers interested on level 702.  

Tizzit and Ana went over to two individuals who seemed to be discussing what they would do. The Brodo Asogian's eyes widened as the giant insectoid and human approached. The Minibari turned around abruptly to see what had troubled his friend. Ana jumped in front quickly and introduced themselves.
It was very unusual as it seemed the insectoid was named Tizzit and she using an as some sort of interface. She quickly explained she was of the "Kind", and Ana and Tizzit are a "We". They were interested in the job, not only for making credits but also associates.

Khorrahg'ga, a wookie, was stranded on Coruscant as his planet was on the restricted list because of the war. All communication was cut off and he had no idea how is family and friends were. He needed a job and this was a great opportunity and easy money. As people paired up, he noticed one small group and walked up to them and introduced him self. Unfortunately they were not well versed is Shyriiwook. To make things comical, Tizzit felt that she had an understanding of Thykarann which close enough and begin misinterpreting everything he said.

R-90 had been watching and observing from the crowds. He blended in well as many of the individuals here ranged from the destitute to the common man looking to make a few credits. However when the announcement were finished, most people already had per-arranged groups of associates or co-workers.
The few individuals that just came here looking for work quickly found someone. One group in particular caught his eye as the wookie in question was getting aggravated about not being understood by the huge bug. R-90 limped over and offered his services an an interpreter. This made things easier for the group and they all were able to properly introduce themselves.

The Brodo Asogian was Sam and he was an engineer for a starship. His associate, Nox Phyre a colonial Minbari, also served aboard the vehicle as security. Currently they were looking for extra work as there was a lot of red tape going on with security concerning transit too and from Coruscant. Tizzit and her companion Ana wanted the opportunity to make some quick credits and associates. Korragha' finally introduced himself and let them know he needed some credits as well. He could get home and all communication was cut off from Kashyyyk. R-90 was familiar with some of the lower level, and would be able to help them. None was to concerned who he was working for, after all he was just a droid.

Then soon found and administration droid and signed up. They were reminded that it was a very simple job;

-Go down to the lower levels and put up transponders to boost comlinks.
-Find an Salvage and report unusual activity
-If they encountered hostile Jedi, deal with them.
-If they encountered friendly Jedi, then bring them in for help.
-After two days of a working transponder locations, they would be compensated.

However, before they would go down into the lower levels they wanted to know some more information. Especially about the Jedi. After talking with an Admin droid, Tizzit and Ana were able to get a file of encrypted Jedi names. Sam was able to unlock the encryption key found in the attachment and read part of the file. He got two names, Padawan Aryn and Master I'Chael, before he got distracted by Ana's personal e-mail log. It seemed there was a lot of drama and a bad relationship Ana was involved in. There were a series of really candid shot and dramatic messages....it was very intriguing. Ana began to remember what was on her datapad as she saw Sam react, both her and Tizzit shared an unusual emotional response; embarrassment...it was a sensation unknown to Tizzit. With a lead, they tried to think were they could get more some information, and decided to visit one of the guild members at the assembly, Zhato Rem. Zhato Rem ran the nearby junker sectors of Dollatre on levels 702 to 648. These neighborhood contained pleasure palaces and casinos. What ever vise you wanted to indulge in, Zhato Rem probably had an establishment for you.

R-90 took this opportunity to excuse himself, he went back to the Admin droid to ask if they new anyone who would be friendly to work on a droid under the radar. Fortunately for him, he had approached a droid, who discretely handed him a datachip with such a location and went back to work. Intrigued, but cautious he followed the instruction and it lead him to a deserted alleyway behind a casino. There was a plain doorway in the wall of the building, it was nondescript. He knocked on the door and a circular hold opened up, a sensor droid extended itself out and transmitted in binary "what do you want?". R-90 began to tell it that he was sent here. The droid flipped over and revealed a slot, which R-90 stuck the data card in. It retracted back into the door and the door opened. It was pitch black and with an ounce of his electric courage he stepped into the unknown. The lights flickered on and in front of him he saw that he was on a conveyor belt. On either side there were rows and rows of junked droid parts shelved and hanging about. The conveyor began to move forward slowly. When it finally approached the end near a wall, another door opened and he was in a large room with piles of droid parts and some maintenance bays. Opposite him was an old Brodo Asogian working on a small golden toy of some sort. The tinker paid him no heed, until he walked right up to him. Kenner looked up and simply said "what do you want". R-90 quickly explained his joint troubles, and Kenenr just pointed to him and said "Scaps, fix what?". R-90 held up his hand and then pointed to his leg and asked how much. Kenner just looked at him and asked "How Much you have?". There was just 1,500 IC he had left, and Kenner would fix him...but it was a choice between the arm or the foot. R-90 made his choice for hands, and with that Kenner told him to power down and wait at the re-charging area.

Meanwhile, Khorrahg'ga also wandered off to a nearby area to pick up a Vox device at 'Radio Shack'. The place was filled with batteries of all sorts and some outdated tech, However, the owber told him about a Vox that uses holonet to translate for you with a variety of voice option. Khorrahg'ga came out with his new device anxious to show his friends.

His associates in the meantime decided to ask one of the local food vendor who was selling Giant Nemodian Braised Butter Grubs, with three traditional sauces. He was a former senator from Nemodia who was trapped here and scrapping by. He had seen better days and had actually tried to salvage his planet's reputation in the Senate. Sadly his investments with the Trade Federation where frozen and the operation centers and consulate for Nemodia was seized by the Republic during the war. Fortunately as a youth he worked in the kitchen with his mother at times, and at least learned another useful skill. Tizzit was anxious to find some trace of Aryn and asked if he new anyone here who would no about this young man. The former senator found this rather ludicrous, as he pointed out the obvious that this sector was no place for children.
On one side you have casinos and gambling dens, while the other side offered and many manner of brothels and such. If they did want some they should seek out Zhato Rhem, after all he knew of what on in "his town".
The wookie found his friends, as it was not hard to find with Tizzit standing out. He created them with his new Vox box speaking in "Imperial Basic". The group was taken off guard by the genteel nature of their friend, but it seemed the Vox box had trouble in finding the appropriate auto setting.

They decided then to head to the casinos, they walked into a random one that seemed interesting. Sam was impressed by the bright lights....and was a bit of a gambler. Soon Sam was playing a game with chance cubes at the table. Luck seemed not to be with him, but the crowd he was generating was gather attention. The people cheered him on, a waitress bought him a drink, and he felt really good. As usually the casino knew what it was doing, manipulating things to its advantage. Poor Sam lost a lot of money, but was comped a free massage. During the massage he found out that Zhato Rem could be found at the Barbary Coast in the 'Red Light District' of all places. As they were leaving R-90's managed to catch up to them. 

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Star Wars Adventure Path: Holonet News 01



Dulak Nib: Welcome to our weekly broadcast of "Talking Points Today". I am your host Dulak Nib.

As many of you know the Senate is still struggling with the decision on how to re-incorporate the Separatists systems and what to do with the reconstruction of so many worlds affected by the war. The Confederacy of Independent Systems has left many questions that the Senate has to deal with, and soon. They are many other threats that have to be addressed in this aftermath. That is why here today my guests are R'kar DoFar, a local activists group pushing for more transparency from the senate. Agar Sugar, a manager of a and independent salvo operation. Lastly A'chim Dononathy Irik Fontatodim the XVIII, a columnist covering some Outer Rim systems.



R'kar DoFar: I say severe sanctions are needed, The cost of the war, in terms of the clone troopers, vehicles, and equipment was an economical disaster. Kaminoan representatives have re-assured us that this was already paid for, but we have no record of this transaction or even where the money had come from in the first place. No we are stuck with over 1,000,000 clone troops. Who is going to care for them and what rights do they have? The senate has never properly dealt with the social concerns of the A.I. movement or the issue of clones.
We need to take care of loyal republic systems first, and I admit many of the populace of worlds of the C.I.S. had no say in the matter, their government officials are ultimately responsible for what had happen. Look at Kashyyyk, a loyal republic world manipulate by the so called Master Yoda of the Jedi order. They turned on the Clone Troopers...killing thousands. Some were pawns, but the wookie leader and their populace fought against us.


Agar Sugar: What DoFar says is true to some extent. However the Republic has already contracted many salvage operations. We are already combing battlefields and collecting many of the weapons, power supplies, and stripping what we can. Many of the droids being used are being salvaged and junked I can tell you that much. I don't think a basic memory wipe and re-purposing of these battle droid will make anyone feel safer. Just last week we moved of 50 tons of junked of OOM series from Baktoid Combat Automata. No point for those as they are out of business for good. This have opened up thousands of jobs and has at least allowed some of us to turn a heft profit in the clean up sector.
The only complaint I have is that of piracy and raiders. There is not enough republic force to provide us security and escorts. I have to admit, I had to sometimes re-purpose some of those battle droids myself before junking them. Just proves how easy it to have a droid switch loyalties. Am I right or am I right?

A.D.I.F. XVIII: As a professional courtesy Dulak Nib, you should not abbreviate my name. I will excuse this insult this time as to save your the embarrassment of public ridicule.

DoFar and Sugar, I think the main concern if to our fellow citizens. The core of our Republic is that we work in harmony together in order to build a sustainable and fair government, that benefits everyone in our Galaxy. Politics aside, our combined strength as whole allows us access to the bounty of each of our collective worlds. We are no longer just a collections of isolated microcosms floating in the vast vacuum of space, but a cohesive unit of a much greater whole.
We should welcome back our fellow citizens, and simple replace the heads of state with provincial government oversight for a time, until each system can stand up on its own again. We clearly have enough "Troopers" that have ideal skills to help police and train local tasks forces into civilian guards. If we trust our senate, with the guidance of the Emperor, may he live long and rule wisely, then I believe the Dawn of the Galactic Empire will make a positive mark on history as establishing order throughout the Galaxy.

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Jabbacado Toast 

Avocado toast is all the rage so why not have yours resemble the most famous kingpin this side of the Outer Rim? The dish is rounded out with a smooth hummus, sprinkled with a peppery cayenne that has the quality of Jabba’s unpredictable anger.

Serve this up before exploring the wilds of Nal-Hutta. It is only good manners.

Ingredients:
-1 piece of bread, toasted
-½ avocado
-2-3 tablespoons hummus
-1 slice mango
-4 black sesame seeds
-½ teaspoon dark honey
-Cayenne pepper
-salt



  

  

Saturday, October 14, 2017

Stars Wars Saga Adventure Path - Episdode I "The Crystalline Hearts" - Prologue



   It has been sixth months since the defeat of the Separatists by Republic Forces. Not only did the Republic prevail against the Confederacy of Independent Systems, but also against the treachery of the Jedi who were secretly in league with Count Dooku of the Serenno System of the Outer Rim.

   Then Supreme Chancellor Sheev Palpatine, was kidnapped by General Grevious. In his rescue their ship crash landed in one of the districts of Coruscant. During this time it is believed that some Separatists may have slipped in. Even more troubling, a year ago before the end of the war, former Padawan Ahsoka Tano was accused of being a Seprartist loyalist. Although acquitted of the bombing at the Jedi Temple, she was stripped of her affiliation and has since disappeared.

   Now Emperor Palpatine is recovering from his assassination attempt from the disgraced Jedi Masters, Windu and Yoda. For the past months, he has been a beacon for the Republic making ever effort to stabilize and re-unite the fracture Galactic Republic. Within the Senate talks are underway to deal with the reconstruction and re-integration of the many systems of who joined the C.I.S.

   As to me expected in post-war time Galactic Republic, their is a high level of tension and hope in rebuilding. There is still resentment on both sides, and millions of being caught in the middle of this Galactic Struggle. On Coruscant itself a massive Salvage operation is underway, not only to reclaim and identify contraband and stolen goods, but to root out any former affiliated individuals of the Jedi Order who may have escaped into the lower sectors.

   Emperor Palpatine knows that many are scared and confused, the extent corruption within the order is unknown, but there are many who are just scared and confused...and he is willing to show them the compassion they surely need at this time. Bring them out of the dark of Coruscant depths, and back into the light.................

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Monday, October 9, 2017

Gnomenheim Adventure Path Finale


The Road Thus Far....

GM: Myles

Players: "Iaqino", "Geoff", "Gloff", and "Khan".
               "Caleph", "Enolo", "Gordok", "Tyra", "Yew", and the killer Halfling.
Missing or Presumed Dead: "Willow", "Valen", "Caleph", "Glagg", "Crash", "Konato", "Timozar".

The Duegrar Fortress

In the aftermath of the first wave, the remainder of the duergar forces fled to the safety of the main keep. The party had just taken another captive, a duergar captain. Tired, but willing to press on they quickly interrogated him for more information. Khan had intimidated him and the he let them know that the entire place was on lock down, the King and Queen were more than likely held up in the keep preparing an escape with the rest of the king's guard.

Tyra went through the defeated forces of duergar, looting their bodies and giving booty it to Enolo for safe keeping. The rest of the party decided it was best to split up; Iaquino and Enolo would check out the southern building were Crush was last spotted and the rest would explore the northern building. Gloff would stand guard, remaining as a Giant Toad with Khan 's charmed dwarves.

Iaquino quickly blended in the shadows and began exploring the building. It seems that a trap may have been laid as there was a bunch of ball bearings on the floor. As he was checking the doors with the ball bearing he noted that it seemed to be a laboratory. Another room he checked seemed to indicate that it was also a laboratory of some sorts, however he noted a strange glyph within the doorway and did not proceed further. Instead he headed to the second floor. The second floor held a few bunks and also a distillery in which some very potent duergar vodka was made. Enolo loosing track of Iaquino wandered around carefully, noting the balling bearing and made his way into the room by crawling on the floor. When he saw the beakers and bottles, he excited took some to offer the rest of the party. He slipped over and over again when he exited the room on the ball bearings. Finally dusting himself off he decided to go outside, as he past one of the doors he was smart enough to notice it was slightly ajar, and likewise saw the glyph. Not wanting to test his luck he exited the building.

Meanwhile the other were busy ransacking which seemed like the barracks. It was a very simple building which contained a small armory and sleeping quarters. Not much of interest was there.

Someplace far and away....
Timozar and Caleph had vanished in a puff of green smoke. Caleph found himself alone and wandering some green forest in which he encountered a halfling just sitting there. Caleph sat down next to him and explained his worry as he was whisked off to someplace and needed to get back to his mission. Thousands of details to be taken care....when he mentioned the skirmish with duergar, the halfling smiled and said he would be more than happy to assist. With that they both popped back to the cavern that Caleph had just left. Strangely it seemed that more than a couple hours had passed while he was in this other place, but when he got back to the cavern he noted that only a few moments had actually passed.

Caleph was very confused, there was a tied up dwarf, two dwarven guards and a giant toad in the center of the courtyard. He demanded immediately what was going on and who are they? The dwarves were just as confused, but didn't seemed threatened as the Giant Toad just calmly sat there. Enolo heard his employer and greeted him and quickly filled him on on what had happened. As they began talking the others had joined him. They told they found a barracks and were glad to have Caleph back. He introduced to the halfing who would be helping them out.....

The Adventurers Guild of Gnomenheim
Yew and Konato had informed Guildmaster Vern, that they had accomplished Khan's mission. They had information of the duergar and their forces, as well as the location of the duergar King. Additionally Iaquino's party had managed to secure part of the lower mines from the duergar incursion and were currently assaulting the duergar stronghold and needed assistance. the Guildmaster chose to do something for fun and would join them, claiming the keep in the name of the Guild. He called for Erik and Steve to join him, two senior warrior in his employ. Before they left, Yew got some sorely needed supplies for Khan. Konato would join them soon, but needed to prepare a few things himself and would joining him with the next wave of backups.

Back to the Keep
When they arrived outside the Duergar keep, Yew could here Caleph and the others from opposite the wall. Yew began to play his flute to attract their attention. Caleph came over to see what happened and was surprised to see that some back up arrived. Yew requested that the gate be open, but despite having a dwarf with the party...they could not figure out how to operate the mechanism. Instead they had to climb over to join everyone else. The Guildmaster and Yew passed out much needed supplies, and Yew singled out Khan. he walked right up to him throwing at him new clothes, a quarterstaff, and his much needed component. Yew even managed to squarely hit Khan on the headed, reprimanding him for calling him a coward. Khan was glad to have what he needed, and felt a tinge of remorse for what he said.

As everyone was here, they focused on the deurgar captain once again. Caleph used his wit and charm, gaining the confidence of the captain and charmed him.They interrogated him once more, this time finding out that there was at least a squad of royal guards, two spellcaster's one of which was a diviner, gargoyles,and some gricks. They also managed to find out that there was at least a secret entrance.

As Iaquino was exploring the second floor, he had tripped a glyph in one of the rooms that set the place ablaze. A fire was now breaking out in the southern building, before anyone could say anything they saw Iaquino run out. He quickly informed them what he found, and it seems the place just held a distillery and a few laboratories. He had managed to find two vials, and Tyra and Khan figured out these were potions of speed.

The Final Countdown
Khan and Caleph ordered the dwarves to simply walk up to the front of the keep and open the doors. As they entered grease was thrown on the ground followed by flames. Both of Khan's charmed dwarves instantly ignited in flames and died. The Captain managed to escape and rejoin the party. It was decided to explore the secret entrance around the keep.

Yew and the guild members meanwhile would provide a distraction. Using his knowledge of stories and legends (and counting on the duergar's lack of familiarity with bardic magic), Yew came up with a mock ritual. He made summoning circle and began playing his flute ominously...causing odd series of flashes to appear around the circle while he was playing.

Iaquino and Caleph managed to find the secret entrance, Geoff and Iaquino entered. They were met with a squad of dwarves and some gricks that attacked them. Geoff and the other managed to easily deal with squad and found the way to get in. As to be expected, behind the throne within the keep was the escape passage. They could over hear the dwarves discussing as to what was going on...they seemed distracted fixed on something that the diviner seemed focused on. The dwarven captain told the party to have the bard outside attack. It seems that the duergar were focused on the ritual he was performing. If Yew initiated the attacked, thee duergar would be distracted and the party would gain the upper hand. Khan quickly quaffed down a speed potion and ran within range to signal Yew to attack with a message cantrip. Yew did so and shot sparkles at the keep and told Vern to charge. Yew and the guild members rushed through the keep door and into the Throne Room.

The Duergar King and Queen, along with the royal guard were prepared for the frontal assault. However they were quickly taken by surprised when Iaquino threw back the throne and rushed in with the rest of the party. Enolo quaffed down a potion and passed out as he swelled up with rage and feinted. Geoff simply rushed out and took out the Queen, cleaving her in two. Before he could get to the diviner, they succumbed to their woulds. Enraged further, Geoff took that momentum and slammed his way to the abjurer and batted there head off.
Vern and the others at the front were taking care of the gricks and picking off the duergar on the balcony. Yew had place a field of force to use cover for them. The rest of the party made short work of the gricks and the gargoyles that came upon them all. Geoff face to face with the Duergar King slammed down on him, killing him. It took a moment for the other duergar to realize what had just happened before they surrendered.

Aftermath
Yew returned back to Gnomenheim with the Guild Members. He did not say his good buys to the party as he felt they would not miss him. He had earned no coin at all from this adventure. As usual he felt misunderstood and alone. Hopefully the tale would make up for it in the end, when he got back to the inn in the elven quarter this time....he relaxed a bit after his set in a cool bath.

He thought of his allies, after all the people were interesting. The tale of Vespa and Caleph would make a popular tragic song, Tyra and her mysterious book would make great story, as well as the adventures of "Peanut" and Crush. He would leave soon, heading off into the sunrise the next day and disappearing

XP AWARD: Bumped to 6th Level