Once again, after reviewing the enchanted objects gained and the skills and abilities of our company Zenako presents the following division of treasure from the first foray into the Ruins of the Ming Yo Temple (and Environs) made that evening after returning from the field.
Zenako receives the Hammer of Crafting, she has much skill in those fields and this actually makes her decent if trying to maintain or repair anything.
That Hatori receive the Glove of Storing. Among the group, a number already have enchanted gloves (mostly of Dex), and couple of others have the Quick Draw Feat (Zenako and Ashiko), which leaves only a few choices for great benefits. Hatori can make excellent use of the glove and will be able to store an enchanted blade in there for when he needs it. The sword also weighs a goodly amount. Mulan was the second choice, but I am not sure it would be of as much benefit to her or used as effectively. She has a Bag of Holding to store excess weight in, in any case.
That Til'k receive the Ring of Cooling. As our scout, and forward acting soul, he would be mostly likely to be in adverse Fire events. (He already has gloves of Dex or else the Glove of Storing might be even more attractive for him.)
That Gorvak receive the Obi of Giant Strength. With our current compliment of spell casters, it is extremely likely that all of the principle warrior types (Zenako, Mulan, Gorvak, Til'k, and Isaku) would get a Bull's Strength spell which will be as good or better than the belt. Gorvak is requested to permit another to wear the Obi when he is "spelled up with Bull's Strength", such as Noku.
The 5 Shugenja scrolls all go to Ashiko, for two reasons. They are too high a level for either of the Sohei to cast reliably or effectively, and we often have other things to do in a battle, and it is clear that a Shugenja wrote these scriptures. Scrolls are the following, all are 3rd level spells and are crafted as 6th level of effect (since Shugenja have to be 6th level to cast 3rd level spells...)
A) Gust of Wind, and Windwall
B) Meld into Stone and Plant Growth
C) Daylight and Searing Light
D) Remove Curse and Remove Disease
E) Dispel Magic and Protection Elements: Sonic
That takes care of the enchanted stuff.
Give the Barbarians at base camp a share of the monetary booty, they get the 750 Silver and 60 of the Gold.
Noku recieves a gold value of 500 gold (as 10 obsidian medallions worth 50 each) and
Mulan recieves a gold value of 450 gold (as 6 obsidian medallions worth 50 each and 150 gold)
So says Tsuruchi Zenako on 11/17/1561, evening thereof in the Field Camp after the evening meal....
OOC Notes: The next three scheduled play dates on Ernies Summer Calendar are Sunday June 22nd, Sunday July 20th and Sunday August 17th. Mark them down...
Based on Ernie tabletalk as we wrapped up, it is likely that Zenako and possibly Mulan (who were the closest to going up levels) will get enough experience to do so. Outside chance for Hatori and a remote chance for Noku.
It will take 2 days of complete rest to restore Til'k's vitality that was drained by the Gaki. (I believe it was 4 points, right?). Zenako, knowing personally how bad this feels, would suggest that during the next two days, that we make cautious returns to the Shrine of the Four Elements, with the sole intent of having Ashiko and Noku interact with their desired elementals. That perhaps Hatori could attempt to look in on our "friend" Rukori Buko, to see that she is alright and does not need to be rescued or something like that. That perhaps we engage in some slight scouting, but not to the point of engaging foes. For example Mulan, made invisible and doffing her armor, should be able to scout out pretty well. Without armor, both (Move Silently and Hide) skills are at +11 and even higher if her Dex is boosted. She could also cast Pass without Trace on herself to make it most difficult for anyone to track her back. Objective would mainly be to "flesh out" any descriptions we already got during our grand tour around the ruins (ie give DM a chance to drop any specific clues or hints of physical features that we might have missed the first time). Her orders would be to retreat at any sign of danger. I am not sure how much peaceful interaction with elementals our guys need, but this could give them a couple of more days of interaction before we head back. IF Til'k indicates he is willing, we could also just spend a single day with rest and head back in before he has fully recovered. We do need to keep as active as possible to minimize the risk of having some other group obtain the objects of our mission before we do, and depart with them. I would listen to the Wisdom of my fellow Sohei on matters of his health and Noku's karmic debt and the Urgency we must heed...