Chapter 2 / Episode 18 - Waiting out the storm and a council with Burne

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The group decides on a plan to investigate the Earth Elemental bandits/faction.
The group headed to the Quarry after buying supplies.
Elmo heads out to scout the watchtower bandits
The group encounters resistance at the quarry entrance

AI Generated Summary
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Meeting summary for Hommlet Dark (03/07/2024)
Quick recap
The team discussed technical issues with the game’s audio, the addition of new players, and the module they were going to play. They also discussed the game’s mechanics, including the use of a staff called the Staff of the Druid and the disappearance of enemies. The team decided to rest and heal wounds, and considered sending a message via an innkeeper. They also proposed various potential missions, including investigating the temple of Elemental, the hideout of the Hommlet bandits, and hunting a pack of wolves. They prioritized a mission where Elmo, a ranger, would scout the bandits at the Abbey and the watchtower. They also discussed their upcoming expedition, focusing on the necessity of extra lanterns and oil for lighting.
Summary
Role-Playing Game Session and Upcoming Event
Angelo C and Dixon discussed a role-playing game session, with new players joining and Dixon considering creating a new spellcaster character. They also talked about a NASA-sponsored role-playing game and the contribution of Gary Gygax to the genre. Towards the end, they mentioned an upcoming event, possibly a convention, with Pat as the second guest of honor. Angelo C and Dixon also discussed a movie featuring historical inaccuracies, with Angelo C defending it despite Dixon’s displeasure. The attendees also touched on a small venue event for around 100 people, with potential for expensive tickets, which Angelo C expressed concern over. There was also an issue with Angelo C’s audio connection during the meeting.
Role-Playing Game Mechanics and Technical Issues
The meeting was a discussion about a role-playing game. The team talked about technical issues with the game’s audio, adding two new players, and the module they were going to play. Angelo C shared that he had used an AI to summarize their previous meeting. They also discussed adding new characters and decided to postpone their next meeting due to team members being unavailable. The team also discussed the game’s mechanics, including the use of a staff called the Staff of the Druid and the disappearance of enemies. Towards the end, they discussed their characters’ status and next steps, deciding to rest and heal wounds. They also considered sending a message via an innkeeper, which would cost 50 gold and take 7 to 10 days to deliver.
Team Plans Next Steps for Town Protection
Angelo Chiriaco led a discussion focusing on the current situation and potential next steps based on their adventure log from episode 17. The team discussed various potential missions, including investigating the temple of Elemental, the hideout of the Hommlet bandits, and hunting a pack of wolves. Angelo Chiriaco suggested seeking protection for their town by offering their services to a local force known as the Burns Badgers. The team decided to present their intel to Bern and Rufus, who are part of the town council, to discuss potential threats and solutions. They also decided to organize a secret meeting in a locked room to present their findings about an assassination attempt and the presence of bandits in the area. The team also considered setting a trap for the Werewolf Girl and investigating a potential connection to the Temple Development.
Gaming Experience and Mission Planning
The team discussed their gaming experiences and a past game, “Temple of Elemental Evil.” They then shifted their focus to a current mission, where Angelo C proposed that Elmo, a ranger, scout the bandits at the Abbey and the watchtower. The team agreed on this plan, prioritizing it over other tasks. The team also discussed clues related to a group that worships the earth elemental and considered the possibility of them being near Hommlet. The team proposed acquiring better travel gear, such as snow shoes and heavy-duty clothing, and planned to visit a trader’s establishment to purchase winter gear. However, no decisions were made regarding the needed rations, lanterns, and oil. Angelo C, Slash, Dixon, and Dean confirmed they had the necessary gold or platinum for the purchases.
Expedition Lanterns and Shovels Decided
The team discussed their upcoming expedition, focusing on the necessity of extra lanterns and oil for lighting. They decided to acquire two extra lanterns and about 15 oils. A magic user, referred to as the seer, needed a lantern. The team also decided to acquire three shovels. They purchased a pony for 25 gold to carry their supplies, resulting in three lanterns, three shovels, and a short break was taken during the meeting. Upon resumption, Dean introduced his pet, Lego, and there was a discussion about its size.
Cave Expedition: Weather and Rumors
The team discussed their upcoming journey to a cave where they previously encountered a symbol and an Earth Elemental. They planned to depart the next morning, equipped with necessary gear and protection spells. Dixon dedicated the rest of the day to gathering rumors about the area. Concerns were raised about the journey duration due to heavy snow, but the team was confident in their preparation. The team was composed of Crush, Dixon, Dan,, Dogs, Dean, and Slash, each with their respective weapons. They planned to leave early and stop at Osler for a quick breakfast before setting out. The journey was expected to be challenging due to harsh weather conditions.
Journey Through Snowy Area and Quarry Exploration
Angelo Chiriaco led a discussion about a journey through a snowy area. The team encountered a fight with a Lizard man and decided to take the northernmost road, which turned out to be more difficult to traverse. They eventually reached a hilltop and discussed climbing up to get a better view. They noticed that the quarry they were heading towards was snow-free, which was unusual given the surrounding conditions. The team decided to investigate the quarry and search for any tracks that might indicate recent activity. Angelo Chiriaco also led a discussion about exploring a cave, describing the entrance as being 10 to 15 feet wide, which narrows to about 10 feet as you go further in. The ground becomes harder beyond the 30-foot mark, resembling a hard tile floor. The team reached complete darkness around the 35 to 40-foot mark.
Role-Playing Game Challenges and Strategies
In the role-playing game led by Angelo Chiriaco, the participants adopted various characters and encountered challenges such as a creature approach and a combat situation. The group deliberated on strategies and actions, including decisions to retreat or confront opponents. They also discussed the use of magical berries for speed and planned a strategy to confront an enemy. Towards the end, they agreed on a next mission involving setting up an ambush and retrieving a phone. The next game was scheduled for two weeks later.
Next steps
• Set up a meeting with the town council to discuss the recent events and intel.
• Purchase snow shoes and other winter gear from the trader.
• Dixon will ask around about the bores ticket people and their allegiances during the war.

Chapter 2 / Episode 17 - Gathering Info

This is what we know so far:The Abbey Bandits worship the water elementals.
The Watchtower bandits worship the fire Elementals.
There is a group who worships the earth elementals but do not know the hideout. We know this because of the zombies who turned into earth and the earth elemental symbols. (Druid has those symbols).
There is a cave entrance at the quarry that has a earth elemental symbol at the entrance.
The elders’ daughter returned after 10 days of being in the woods. Her name is scarlet.
A werewolf killed turned into Scarlet.
Livestock are being mutilated randomly.
Herdsmens’ boy was killed and turned into an earth elemental zombie.
There is a farm in the south that the farmers all died of a mysterious disease. There is a fear of it spreading.
When the temple rose before – crops, disease, missing children and livestock death occured.
Elmo confirmed there is another bandit faction near Hommlet, hideout unknown. Possible earth elemental connection?
The Temple Worshipers make it cold

Possible missions:Stop the Abbey Bandits
Stop the Watchtower Bandits
Investigate if the TOEE is active again
Investigate the Quarry
Find the Hommlet bandits hideout
Hunt the pack of wolves.

AI Generated Game Summary
Quick recap
The meeting covered a range of topics including smartphone usage, reminiscing about past activities, role-playing game mechanics, the upcoming time change, a project involving intel and information gathering, selling books, and a game involving character roles and experience points. The conversation also touched on frustration with an unspecified situation, a project involving intel and information gathering, a game involving character roles and experience points, selling books, challenges associated with completing daily intel reports, a project involving intel and information gathering, a game about a mysterious disease, and creating five different missions.

Summary
Smartphone Usage and Reminiscing

The meeting was primarily a casual conversation about various topics, including smartphone usage and the preference for older models, the cost of phones, and the durability of different brands. The discussion also included reminiscing about past activities, such as playing games. No specific decisions, action items, or open questions were identified during this meeting.

Role-Playing Game Mechanics Discussed

Dixon and xanthus discussed role-playing game mechanics, focusing on the use of magic and weapons. They proposed a system where scrolls, spell components, and staffs provide a bonus to attack rolls, with a maximum bonus of plus three plus an intelligence bonus. They also touched on the potential for spells to fail when rolled, which provides balance and avoids automatic kills. The conversation also covered the abilities of the druids and their personal character builds and strategies. They shared their experiences and thoughts on role-playing games, with a focus on the aspects of magic and spell-casting.

Time Change, Screenplay, and Mysterious Game

Dixon and xanthus discussed the upcoming time change to Pacific time, with a focus on Arizona’s non-observance of this change. Angelo shared that he completed his screenplay and was awaiting feedback. There was also a conversation involving Angelo, Slash, and a cat named Slash. The group recalled a game they played, where they experienced connectivity issues and the presence of a mysterious character providing intelligence towards the end. Initially, Angelo denied remembering this situation, but later admitted his presence and contribution.

Gaming, Intel, and Blizzard Strategy

Angelo, Slash, Dixon, and xanthus had a wide-ranging discussion. They expressed frustration with an unspecified situation and discussed a project involving intel and information gathering. They also played a game, possibly Dungeons and Dragons, debating character roles and the allocation of experience points. The conversation shifted to selling books and the challenges associated with completing daily intel reports. They discussed their progress and plans in the game, with Angelo proposing to open a Zoom chat for better communication. They also discussed their strategy for navigating a blizzard and snowed-in location, and their ineffectiveness in the game. They considered their influence in the town and the need for evidence against potential adversaries. The group was aware of bandit activities in the area, specifically in the Abbey and the watchtower, and were unsure about the whereabouts of the water elemental group.

Game Rumors and Debt Letter

Angelo proposed compiling rumors about a game into a shared chat, and the team agreed to contribute their knowledge. The discussion revolved around the game’s characters and plot points, with concerns raised by Dixon about the team getting stuck. The team recalled conversations with characters such as Mervyn and a bard, and discussed the growing power of a temple and a threat posed by the burning eye of fire. They also identified a group that worships earth elementals and mentioned a cave with an earth elemental symbol. Towards the end, Angelo confirmed sending a letter to the dwarves about an outstanding debt.

Town Concerns and Game Mechanics

The group discussed several topics. They started with the return of Scarlett, who had been missing for 10 days, and the concern about livestock mutilations. They also touched on an incident involving a person turning into an elemental zombie. Furthermore, they discussed a potential connection in town with a thieves’ guild. The conversation then shifted to game mechanics, particularly the house rule in a BX game for casting spells. Dixon and Angelo also discussed the role of a magic user in the game, including limitations and different versions of the game.

Temple, Disease, and Missing Children Discussion

Angelo and Dixon discussed a mysterious disease spreading at a South farm and its connection to a re-emerging disease-spreading temple. They also touched upon rumors of missing children and the temple’s potential involvement. The discussion concluded with Angelo proposing to gather more information at their next game and decide on a course of action. In the game context, they discussed creating five different missions, investigating the temple of Elemental Evil, werewolves, and the potential for communication with the church of Saint Cuthbert. They also assigned roles and adjusted character stats, agreeing to continue these discussions in the next meeting.

Next stepsConsider sending a message to the protector of the area.
Investigate the Temple of Elemental Evil.
Investigate the homlet bandits.
Get a message to the church of Saint Cuthbert about the disease.
Confirm the existence of another homlet bandit hideout.
Investigate the civil earth elemental connection.
Escalate the investigation of the werewolf.
Investigate the tele temple.
Hunt down the werewolf.
Send a message to the duke.

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Chapter 2 / Episode 16 - At Game Empire

Full house at Game Empire
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Arrived at the Inn of the welcome wench and a blizzard begins.
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Recruit Spugnior the Seer with an agreement that he will receive all scrolls.
Also spoke with the bard “Yundi Shah” from the east. Confirming that the Temple is growing in power.
Druid revieves a gift from Jaroo
Dixon makes a donation to the Druids and rangers of the Gnarley forest.
Cultists show up at the inn to assassinate the group. All dressed with the burning eye symbol.

Dixon sends letter to the Dwarves:
Letter back to dwarf Lands – The Tower People are working with other elemental groups to raise the Temple of Elemental Evil again. Thefts, and murder are rampant in the town of Hommlet. Send Forces ASAP!

Chapter 2 / Episode 15 - Knew we were gonna see those lizardmen

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Aelfwahl
Dixon Dwarf Lvl 1
Slash the Bard 2
Vindryl
Xanthus the Elf (neutral)

Vindryl dies killed by lizardmen and Xanthus saves the day with a sleep spell

Chapter 2 / Episode 14 - The Lycan

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The Lycan and the death of Lornan Calihye Level 2 1/2 Elf AC 5/4

The group searches the cave entrance finding a strange symbol.

Following the petite footsteps west they lead to a mutilated sheep and are attacked by Wolves and a Werewolf.

After the battle ended – the half elf perished and the wolf turned back into a human – the eldars daughter, scarlet – then crumbled to stone.


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Chapter 2 / Episode 13 - On the trail of Scarlet

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The group avoids the lizardmen carefully while following the trail of petite female feet heading north.

Luckily Rashi spots a pile of female clothes on the side of the bramble path. Next to the clothes is a symbol etched into the dirt



The Lornan Calihye Level 2 1/2 Elf AC 5/4 casts read magic which activates a glyph explosion.

The group moves forward towards the old quarry where they want to camp over night.

There is a cave entrance – and a guardian.

Chapter 2 / Episode 12 - Another day in Hommlet

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Lornan Calihye Level 2 1/2 Elf AC 5/4
Vindryl

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The village elder’s missing daughter returns after 10 plus days, naked, covered in blood and with no recollection of what happened. She went missing while picking magical blueberries in the swamp. This coincided with the missing of the herdsmans boy.

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The group meet with Burne about the surrounding area. He provides the group with a local map that has some interesting landmarks.

Supplies and planning visiting the blacksmith (#8) for armor and the trading post (#13) for supplies.

Our group tries to pickup the trail in the swamps of the elders daughter and eventually will move on to the watchtower off in the east.

Rumors around town continue that farmers are losing livestock over the past week – mutilated by some unknown beast.

Midday

The day is brisk as the adventurers head out through the overgrown track (east past Burnes tower).

The group sees 7 lizardmen that appear to be up to no good.

to be continued